August 6, 2012 – Packet - Borough of Hightstown

stormwater management strategies incorporated at N.J.A.C. 7:8-5.9(a)1., and an explanation as to why
additional non-structural measures could not be used, subject to the review and approval of the
Borough Engineer, if so requested by the Planning Board.
SECTION 8: Add a new section 26-9-3(a) 11, Checklist for Variances, as follows:
11. A Stormwater Management Plan incorporating as many non-structural stormwater management
measures as can feasibly be accommodated on the site, including but not limited to rain gardens, pervious
pavement, rain barrels, native vegetative swales, and the required non-structural stormwater management
strategies incorporated at N.J.A.C. 7:8-5.9(a)1., and an explanation as to why additional non-structural
measures could not be used, subject to the review and approval of the Borough Engineer, if so requested by the
Planning Board.
SECTION 9 : Severability
The provisions of this Ordinance are severable, and the invalidity of any section, subdivision, paragraph or other
wording in this Ordinance shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remainder of this Ordinance.
SECTION 10: Effective Date
This Ordinance shall take effect upon compliance with procedures prescribed by law, including NJSA 40:55D-97 of the
Municipal Land Use Law (Submission of plan and ordinances to County Planning Board for approval).
Borough Hall Presentation
Council members Woods and Thibault gave a presentation regarding the location of Borough Hall. Councilmember
Woods began by stating that the purpose of the presentation is to give basic information and options for Borough Hall.
The information presented current property and building sizes and values, as well as estimates for remediation,
restoration and code upgrades. The options available for the restoration of the current Borough Hall consists of
restoring, remediating and upgrading the Administration section and demolishing the remainder of the building;
restoring, remediating and upgrading the Administration and Police sections and demolishing the garage portion of the
building; or demolish and re-build the entire building.
Information regarding the Lucas Property located on Mercer Street was presented. There was a review of the current
Use and Occupancy Agreement which covers the rental of 3,200 square feet at $3,800.00 per month; the Borough has
spent approximately $140,456.00 to renovate the portion of the facility in use to fit the needs of the Police Department.
The listed purchase price, acreage, facility size and property taxes were also covered.
An additional option regarding modular construction in the Bank Street parking lot owned by Greystone was also
reviewed. The proposal estimates included purchasing the property and the cost of modular construction of a facility to
meet the needs of the Borough was presented.
The presentation ended with discussion regarding the Borough Hall elevations as performed by Roberts Engineering
and recommended next steps which included a request for the special meeting to identify other possible options and
select the most appropriate option so the Borough can move forward.
Mayor Kirson opened Public Comment Period I and the following individuals spoke:
Ronald Kahn, Board of Trustees from Enchantment – thanked Council for the resolution declaring the developer in
default on the Enchantment development.
Eugene Sarafin, 628 S. Main Street – thanked Council members Woods and Thibault for summarizing the process todate
and recommended that the Council consider re-sale for whatever they do, because of possible consolidation.
There being no further comments, the Mayor closed the public comment period.
Resolution 2012-187
Authorizing the Installation of a Stage at Association Park
Councilmember Doran recused herself from discussion and vote on this resolution.
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