The ordinance’s review was a focal point of the meeting, with board members analyzing the document and suggesting minor modifications for clarity, such as the depiction of scales on facility maps. The board emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards for public health and safety, noting that local regulations can be more restrictive than state minimums. Additionally, the Planning Board’s discussion included the potential improvements to the ordinance, such as adding tables for fees and penalties to make it more user-friendly.

Besides the stormwater ordinance, the Planning Board addressed several administrative matters, including the approval of meeting minutes with suggestions for the description of property details, and the review and approval of corrected invoices from an engineering firm. The board also discussed pending applications, noting an adjournment of a application to a future meeting date and the receipt of new applications, including one for a proposed restaurant.

The meeting concluded with public comments from an environmentalist who inquired about the training of board members regarding stormwater management under the new ordinance and the potential implications for municipal permitting in case of non-compliance. The board acknowledged the importance of such training and the need to comply with the NJDEP’s requirements to avoid penalties.