MEETING OF FEBRUARY 4, 2002
MINUTES
Members
Present: Vincent Domidion, Carol Goubeaud, Thomas Hennessy, David Kostka,
Mary Massey
Absent: John Vig, Anthony Wagar
Associates
Present: Marie Goubeaud, Diana Goubeaud, Gisela T. Anderl, Shannon Merrigan
Absent:
Mr. Domidion called the meeting to order at 8:01 p.m., reading the following
statement: “In accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meeting
Act, P.L. 1975, Chapter 231, public notice of this meeting has been provided
by publication of an annual notice in the Asbury Park Press and posting of this
notice on the bulletin board at town hall.”
As the first order of business, Mr. Domidion made an announcement that Mr. Heyer
had submitted his resignation to the Commission based upon his inability to
attend every meeting. He requested to remain as an Associate, which he will.
In his place, the Township Committee at their 1/30/01 meeting filled the position
with Ms. Mary Massey.
Minutes of the January 4, 2002 meeting were reviewed and approved on a motion
made by Carol Goubeaud and a second by David Kostka.
LIAISON REPORT
Mr. Hennessey briefly discussed the Five Points Park proposal. An area of Woodlands
around Route 18 and Route 537 which is being considered for a park area and
trails.
PLANNING BOARD
The following Planning Board Applications were discussed:
PB #532A Shadow Isle Country Club B 46 L 17.02
A. J. Garito was in attendance to present the tree location plan. The application
has preliminary approval. A meeting is scheduled for the week of February 12th
to seek final approval. Mr. Domidion noted that there are septics in the 75’
easement which should be removed. Mr. Garito advised that the client should
be amenable to that change. Mr. Domidion also noted that perhaps Mr. Garito
should discuss the species of shade trees being used with the Shade Tree Commission
[Shade Tree Commission]. As Ms. Goubeaud is the liaison to the STC, it was requested
that she discuss the matter with them.
Mr. Domidion recommended that the Commission do a walk through on the property
in order to prepare an opinion on the issue of clearing the underbrush on the
property easements. Discussion of the particulars of what is allowed within
the landscape versus what is allowed in the conservation easements ensued.
Mr. Domidion noted that a resolution was received regarding last month’s
discussions on making sure that the client involve the Commission.
PB #556: Eyres
A new set of prints was received. The new plans don’t appear to show the
road widening. This issue is currently before the Planning Board. The Commission
discussed the traffic and safety issues that this plan presents. It was decided
that Mr. Domidion would draft a memo advising the Board of the Commission’s
concerns. The Commission would like to recommend a 150’ buffer should be
shown on the plans.
Mr. Domidion also noted that the large trees on the north side of Mathews needed
to be identified and located on the prints. The Wetlands should have a conservation
easement. There were three specific trees discussed that they would like to
see identified and located in a conservation easement. They are; the large Shag
Bark Hickory, the large Black Gum and the large White Oak.
Finally, the stream on the East side of Mercer shows a 50 foot buffer, when
it should be 150 feet buffer.
OLD BUSINESS
Shade Tree Ordinances: Ms. Massey had sent updated drafts of a new ordinance
to the members which were brought to the meeting for discussion. Lengthy discussion
ensued regarding the issues which the ordinance should address and how narrow
or broad the ordinance should be. No resolution was attained, so the matter
was tabled until March.
Heritage Mapping: Mr. Domidion discussed the New Jersey Department of Environmental
Protection’s mailing inviting municipalities to host the organization of
a Watershed Management Group. Mr. Domidion noted that it is likely that all
municipalities will eventually have to provide stormwater management measures.
This would enable the Commission to be on the organizing end of the issue.
NEW BUSINESS
A new Planning Board Application was presented to the Group:
PB 574- The Orchards
This plan proposes an additional twenty parking spots at the Orchards ‘mall’.
There are currently only three surplus spots. This additional space is proposed
as the doctors offices have moved to the second floor of the building, and there
have been numerous complaints. They are also proposing new lighting in the parking
lot. Those lights which are being proposed are the same as on the original plans.
However, it was noted that those installed did not comply with the original
plans. Also, hollies shown on the approved prints as to be moved are not shown
in their new location.
CORRESPONDENCE
Ms. Goubeaud presented the most recent water testing results. The results show
that the level of nitrates is rising as is the level of phosphates. The Commission
discussed that this could have to do with the lack of rain, or it could be from
increased fertilization [possibly from Geese], however the concern was it was
a result of the ball fields. Ms. Goubeaud mentioned preparing a letter to the
County.
With no further business to conduct, on a motion by Carol Goubeaud and a second
by David Kostka, the meeting adjourned at 10:55. The next scheduled meeting
is for Monday, March 4, 2002 at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda J. Law
** As a reminder, Linda will not be present at the April meeting in order to
take minutes.
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