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Section 9.7 - Borough of North Haledon
DMA 2000 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update – Passaic County and All Municipalities, New Jersey 9.7-1 June 2020
9.7 BOROUGH OF NORTH HALEDON
This section presents the jurisdictional annex for the Borough of North Haledon. The annex includes a
general overview of the Borough; an assessment of the Borough of North Haledon’s risk, vulnerability, and
mitigation capabilities; and a prioritized action plan to implement prior to a disaster to reduce future losses
and achieve greater resilience to natural hazards.
9.7.1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
The following individuals are the Borough of North Haledon’s identified HMP update primary and alternate
points of contact and NFIP Floodplain Administrator.
Table 9.7-1. Hazard Mitigation Planning Team
Primary Point of Contact Alternate Point of Contact Assistant Chief Todd Darby, Assistant Chief/OEM Coordinator 103 Overlook Ave., North Haledon, NJ 973-800-3649 [email protected]
Lt. Anthony Conforti, Lt./Asst. OEM Coordinator 103 Overlook Ave., North Haledon, NJ 973-715-8888 [email protected]
NFIP Floodplain Administrator Phillip Chef, FPA/Construction 103 Overlook Ave., North Haledon, NJ 973-423-9422 [email protected]
9.7.2 Jurisdiction Profile
Along with the Township of Wayne, City of Paterson and Boroughs of Totowa, Hawthorne, Prospect Park
and Haledon, the Borough of North Haledon was formed from Manchester Township and incorporated as
an independent borough in 1901 (Snyder, 1969). North Haledon adopted the Borough form of government
in 1901 and is governed by a mayor and six-person council.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Borough has a total land area of 3.498 square miles, of which
3.454 square miles is land and 0.044 square miles is water.
According to the U.S. Census, the 2010 population for the Borough of North Haledon was 8,417. The
estimated 2017 population was 8,564, a 1.7 percent increase from the 2010 Census. Data from the 2017
U.S. Census American Community Survey indicate that 2.9 percent of the population is 5 years of age or
younger and 24 percent is 65 years of age or older. Communities must deploy a support system that enables
all populations to safely reach shelters or to quickly evacuate a hazard area.
9.7.3 Growth/Development Trends
Understanding how past, current, and projected development patterns have or are likely to increase or
decrease risk in hazard areas is a key component to understanding a jurisdiction’s overall risk to its hazards
of concern. Table 9.7-2 summarizes recent and expected future development trends, including major
residential/commercial development and major infrastructure development. Figure 9.7-1 and 9.7-2at the
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end of this annex illustrates the geographically-delineated hazard areas and the location of potential new
development.
Table 9.7-2. Recent and Expected Future Development
Type of Development 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Number of Building Permits for New Construction Issued Since the Previous HMP
Single Family 0 0 4 38 3
Multi-Family 0 0 0 0 0
Other (commercial, mixed-use, etc.)
1 1 2 7 0
Property or Development Name
Type of
Development # of Units / Structures
Location (address
and/or block and lot)
Known Hazard
Zone(s)*
Description / Status of
Development Recent Major Development and Infrastructure from 2015 to Present
Belmont Estates Residential 34 structures 940 Belmont CompleteKnown or Anticipated Major Development and Infrastructure in the Next Five (5) Years
Belmont Acquisitions Residential 180 structures 920 Belmont ProposedAndy's Court Residential 3 structures Block 22, 7,
7.02; 176 Oakwood Ave.
none Proposed
* Only location-specific hazard zones or vulnerabilities identified.
9.7.4 Capability Assessment
The Borough of North Haledon performed an inventory and analysis of existing capabilities, plans,
programs, and policies that enhance its ability to implement mitigation strategies. Section 5 (Capability
Assessment) describes the components included in the capability assessment and their significance for
hazard mitigation planning. This section summarizes the following findings of the assessment:
An assessment of legal and regulatory capabilities.
Development and permitting capabilities.
An assessment of fiscal capabilities.
An assessment of education and outreach capabilities.
Information on National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) compliance.
Classification under various community mitigation programs.
The community’s adaptive capacity for the impacts of climate change.
For a community to succeed in reducing long-term risk, hazard mitigation must be integrated into the day-
to-day local government operations. As part of this planning effort, planning/policy documents were
reviewed, and each jurisdiction was surveyed to obtain a better understanding of their progress in plan
integration. Areas that mitigation is currently integrated are summarized in the Capability Assessment
below. The Borough of North Haledon identified specific integration activities that will be incorporated
into municipal procedures are included in the updated mitigation strategy.
PLANN ING , L EG AL A ND REG U LA TOR Y CAPA BI LI TY
The table below summarizes the legal and regulatory tools that are available to the Borough of North
Haledon.
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Table 9.7-3. Planning, Legal and Regulatory Capability
Do you have this?
(Yes/No)
Authority that
enforces (Federal,
State, Regional, County, Local)
Is this State
Mandated?
Has the HMP been integrated in the last 5
years ? If yes- how?
If yes- how?
Describe in
comments
If no - can it be a
mitigation action? If yes, add
Mitigation Action #.
Codes, Ordinances, & Requirements
Building Code Yes State &Local Yes - -
Comment: State Uniform Construction Code Act (N.J.S. 52:27D-119 et seq.); Chapter 240 - Uniform Construction Codes which is enforced by the Construction Official.
Zoning Code Yes Local Yes Yes -
Comment: Chapter 600 – last amended 9/19/2018; the code includes specifications for each specific zone including flood, steep grades and impervious surfaces. Any development in the zoning areas must be serviced by a stormwater management system that must conform to all relevant federal and state statutes, rules, regulations concerning stormwater management or flood control. Depending on the zoning area, there are different impervious surface requirements.
Subdivisions Yes Local Yes Yes -
Comment: Chapter 530, last amended June 2014, the purpose of this chapter is to provide rules, regulations and standards to guide land subdivision in the Borough in order to promote its public health, safety, convenience and general welfare. It shall be administered to ensure orderly growth and development, conservation, protection and proper use of land and adequate provision for circulation, utilities and services. No person shall subdivide or annex lands in the Borough without first having secured the approval of the Planning Board of the Borough. Final plats presented to the Planning Board must show rights-of-way required for widening existing streams and for providing future floodway areas, with accurate dimensions and bearings and other necessary engineering data
Stormwater Management Yes Local Yes Yes -
Comment:
Chapter 516 (Stormwater Management), adopted by the Borough on 2/21/2007 – the purpose of this chapter is to establish minimum stormwater management requirements and controls for major development. The policy statement for this chapter is: flood control, groundwater recharge, and pollutant reduction through nonstructural or low-impact techniques shall be explored before relying on structural BMPs. This chapter applies to all site plans and subdivisions for major developments that require preliminary or final site plan or subdivision review. Stormwater management measures for major development shall be developed to meet the erosion control, groundwater recharge, stormwater runoff quantity, and stormwater runoff quality standards.
Chapter 519 (Stormwater Quality), last amended on 12/2/2009 - the purpose of is to prohibit the spilling, dumping or disposal of materials other than stormwater to the municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) operated by the Borough of North Haledon so as to protect public health, safety and welfare and to prescribe penalties for the failure to comply.
Post-Disaster Recovery No - - - -
Comment:
Real Estate Disclosure Yes
State,Division of Consumer Affairs
Yes Yes -
Comment: N.J.A.C. 13:45A-29.1 - Before signing a contract of sale, all purchasers must receive a New Jersey Public Offering Statement (POS) approved by the New Jersey Real Estate Commission. The POS provides information such as proximity to hospitals, schools, fire and police, as well as any hazards, risks or nuisances in or around the subdivision.
Growth Management No - - - -
Comment:
Site Plan Review Yes Local Yes Yes -
Comment: Chapter 490, last amended 10/15/1996 – this chapter serves as the site plan review and approval ordinance for the Borough. Site plan review is required before any change of use or before any excavation, removal of soil, clearing of a site or placing any fill on lands contemplated for development. No building permit is issued for any building or use or reduction or enlargement in size or other alteration of any building or change in use of any buildings. When conducting a site plan review, the reviewing board has several considerations including: storm drainage, sanitary waste disposal, water supply and garbage disposal shall be reviewed and considered. particular emphasis shall be given to the adequacy of existing systems and the need for improvements, both on site and off site, to adequately carry runoff and sewage and to maintain an adequate supply of water at sufficient pressure; and environmental elements relating to soil erosion, preservation of
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Do you have this?
(Yes/No)
Authority that
enforces (Federal,
State, Regional, County, Local)
Is this State
Mandated?
Has the HMP been integrated in the last 5
years ? If yes- how?
If yes- how?
Describe in
comments
If no - can it be a
mitigation action? If yes, add
Mitigation Action #.
trees, protection of watercourses and resources, noise, topography, soil and animal life shall be reviewed, and the design of the plan shall minimize any adverse impact on these elements.
Environmental Protection Yes Local No Yes -
Comment:
Chapter 430 (Parks and Recreation)
Chapter 570 (Trees) - The purpose of this chapter is to control and regulate indiscriminate and/ or excessive removal, cutting and/or destruction of trees and to control, regulate and/or prevent conditions which cause increased surface drainage, sedimentation and/or soil erosion, cause decreased soil fertility and/or impair the stability and/or value of real estate, all of which conditions are and will in the future be a deterrent to public safety, health and welfare. Tree removal from any slope or environmentally sensitive area is prohibited if it will contribute, in the opinion of the Planning Board, the Construction Official or the Borough Engineer, to extra runoff of surface water onto adjoining property and erosion and silting, unless other means approved by the Passaic County Soil Conservation District are provided to prevent runoff and erosion.
Flood Damage Prevention Yes Local, State Yes Yes -
Comment: Chapter 307 June 2014 Flood Damage Prevention - adopted by the mayor and council on 8/15/2007; amended in 2020; designates the Construction Official as the Local administrator; It is the purpose of this chapter to promote the public health, safety, and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses due to flood conditions in specific areas. The ordinance provides specific standards for flood hazard reduction including new construction and substantial improvement requirements for residential and non-residential structures. This include requiring buildings to be elevated at least one foot above the BFE.. .
Wellhead Protection No - - - -
Comment:
Emergency Management No - - - -
Comment:
Climate Change No - - - -
Comment:
Disaster Recovery Ordinance No - - - -
Comment:
Disaster Reconstruction Ordinance No - - - -
Comment:
Other No - - - -
Comment:
Planning Documents
Comprehensive / Master Plan
Yes, Reexamination
March 26, 2011
Local Yes Yes -
Comment: The 2004 Master Plan has several goals that align with or are similar to the current HMP goals: provide for the proper use and development of all lands in the Borough; provide adequate park, recreation, and open space areas; preserve the remaining environmentally sensitive lands. The plan also describes the topography, soil, water bodies, wetlands, and floodplains found in the Borough. The 2011 reexamination plan includes steeply sloped areas and stream corridor areas continue to be preserved and protected by both the Borough Council and Borough Planning Board. Additionally, the Borough enforces steep slope regulations, which regulate development on lands with slopes of 8% or more.
Capital Improvement Plan Yes Local No Yes -
Comment: This is included in the annual budget and covers three years. The 2019 budget included capital improvement funds for road improvements. The annual budget includes hazard-related funds for snow removal, and property maintenance.
Disaster Debris Management Plan No - - - -
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Do you have this?
(Yes/No)
Authority that
enforces (Federal,
State, Regional, County, Local)
Is this State
Mandated?
Has the HMP been integrated in the last 5
years ? If yes- how?
If yes- how?
Describe in
comments
If no - can it be a
mitigation action? If yes, add
Mitigation Action #.
Comment:
Floodplain or Watershed Plan No - - - -
Comment:
Stormwater Management Plan Yes Local Yes Yes -
Comment: Boswell Engineering maintains the Stormwater Management Plan for the Borough. The Plan was last revised in June 2007 and documents the strategy for the Borough to address stormwater-related impacts. The Plan addresses groundwater recharge, stormwater quantity and stormwater quality impacts by incorporating stormwater design and performance standards for new major developments, defined as projects that disturb one or more acres of land or increasing impervious surface by one-quarter acre. These standards are intended to minimize the adverse impact of stormwater runoff on water quality, water quantity and the loss of groundwater recharge that provides baseflow in receiving water bodies. The goals of the plan coincide with that of the County’s HMP and focus on reducing flood damage, reduce soil erosion, and protect life and safety.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Yes Local Yes Yes -
Comment: Boswell Engineering maintains the Stormwater Management Plan for the Borough. The Plan was finalized in April 2018. The plan indicates that the Planning and Zoning Boards ensure that all residential development and redevelopment comply with RSIS before issuing any permits. The DPW is responsible for maintaining and operating all Borough-owned BMPs. During Borough events, stormwater management information and educational materials are distributed to the public.
Urban Water Management Plan No - - - -
Comment:
Habitat Conservation Plan No - - - -
Comment:
Economic Development Plan No - - - -
Comment:
Shoreline Management Plan No - - - -
Comment:
Community Wildfire Protection Plan No - - - -
Comment:
Community Forest Management Plan No - - - -
Comment:
Transportation Plan Yes - part ofMaster Plan
County and Local
No - -
Comment:
Agriculture Plan Yes - part of Master Plan
Local –Borough Planning Board
No - -
Comment:
Climate Action Plan No - - - -
Comment:
Tourism Plan No - - - -
Comment:
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Do you have this?
(Yes/No)
Authority that
enforces (Federal,
State, Regional, County, Local)
Is this State
Mandated?
Has the HMP been integrated in the last 5
years ? If yes- how?
If yes- how?
Describe in
comments
If no - can it be a
mitigation action? If yes, add
Mitigation Action #.
Business Development Plan Yes
Local –Borough Planning Board
No - -
Comment:
Other No - - - -
Response/Recovery Planning
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) / Emergency Operations Plan (EOP)
Yes - updated in 2018
Local –Emergency
Management Yes - -
Comment:
Threat & Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (THIRA) No - - - -
Comment:
Post-Disaster Recovery Plan No - - - -
Comment:
Continuity of Operations Plan No - - - -
Comment:
Public Health Plan Yes Local –
Borough Health Office
No - -
Comment:
Other No - - - -
Comment:
Table 9.7-4. Development and Permitting Capability
Criterion Response
Does your jurisdiction issue development permits? - If no, who does? If yes, which department?
Yes Building Department
Does your jurisdiction have the ability to track permits by hazard area? Yes - Borough engineer has the
capability to do this
Does your jurisdiction have a buildable lands inventory? -If yes, please describe briefly. -If no, please quantitatively describe the level of buildout in the jurisdiction.
Yes - has the ability through the Building Department, Zoning
Board and Planning Board
ADM INIS TR AT IV E A ND TECH NI CAL CA PAB IL IT Y
The table below summarizes potential staff and personnel resources available to the Borough of North
Haledon.
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Table 9.7-5. Administrative and Technical Capabilities
Staff/Personnel Resource Available? Department/Agency/Position
Administrative Capability
Planning Board Yes
The Borough Planning Board is responsible for preparing the master plan of growth and development,
natural resources, transportation, housing, etc. identifying specific geographic zones and delineating
the permitted types of development in each zone consistent with NJ State Statutes. This process includes
drafting, having public hearings, and making recommendations to the Borough Council on the adoption of Zoning Ordinances. They also hear
development applications for permitted uses and makes recommendations regarding the applications to ensure
both State law and local standards are met.
Mitigation Planning Committee Yes Various Departments
Environmental Board / Commission Yes
Green Team members are officially appointed each year at the Borough’s Reorg meeting held on the first
Monday of each year. Green Team efforts are also aided by North Haledon’s Municipal and Deputy Clerks
and North Haledon’s DPW staff. The Green Team partners with other community groups and assigns its
members to liaise with respective partners and collaborate with the partners to advance Sustainable
Jersey eligible projects.
Open Space Board / Committee No
Economic Development Commission / Committee
No
Warning Systems / Services (reverse 911, outdoor warning signals)
Yes
Nixle, social media and reverse 911 (through the county). The Borough’s website provides recent news
and upcoming events on the main page. They also provide updates on hazard events and emergencies. For residents with disabilities, the Borough encourages them
to sign up on register ready to help emergency responders respond properly during a disaster or
emergency. The Borough uses Nixle to rely emergency information to residents.
Maintenance program to reduce risk No
Mutual aid agreements Yes
The Borough has mutual aid agreements in place with surrounding neighborhoods and the County. The Mayor and OEM Director are responsible for maintaining the
agreements.
Technical/Staffing Capability
Planners or engineers with knowledge of land development and land management practices
Yes Boswell Engineering
Engineers or professionals trained in building or infrastructure construction practices
Yes Boswell Engineering
Planners or engineers with an understanding of natural hazards
Yes Boswell Engineering
Staff with training in benefit/cost analysis No
Staff with training in green infrastructure Yes
Green Team – this is a volunteer group in the Borough that offers residents and the community educational opportunities throughout the year to
sustain a healthy community.Staff with education/knowledge/training in low impact development
Yes Police Department and OEM
Surveyor No
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Staff/Personnel Resource Available? Department/Agency/Position
Stormwater engineer Yes Boswell Engineering - contracted by Borough
Personnel skilled or trained in GIS applications No
Local or state water quality professional Yes Boswell Engineering - contracted by BoroughScientist familiar with natural hazards in local area
No
Emergency manager Yes Todd Darby, NHPD
Watershed planner No
Environmental specialist Yes Boswell Engineering - contracted by Borough
Grant writers No
Resilience Officer Yes Police Department
Other No -
F IS CAL CA PAB IL IT Y
The table below summarizes financial resources available to the Borough of North Haledon.
Table 9.7-6. Fiscal Capabilities
Financial Resource Accessible or Eligible to Use?
Community Development Block Grants (CDBG, CDBG-DR) Yes
Capital Improvements Project Funding Yes
Authority to Levy Taxes for Specific Purposes Yes
User Fees for Water, Sewer, Gas or Electric Service No
Incur Debt through General Obligation Bonds Yes
Incur Debt through Special Tax Bonds No
Incur Debt through Private Activity Bonds No
Withhold Public Expenditures in Hazard-Prone Areas No
State-Sponsored Grant Programs No
Development Impact Fees for Homebuyers or Developers No
Clean Water Act 319 Grants (Nonpoint Source Pollution) No
Other No
EDUCAT IO N AND OU TR EAC H CAPAB I LIT Y
The table below summarizes the education and outreach resources available to the Borough of North
Haledon.
Table 9.7-7. Education and Outreach Capabilities
Criterion Response
Do you have a public information officer or communications office?
Yes - Chief of Police and Borough Mayor
Do you have personnel skilled or trained in website development? Yes - contractor to build and monitor the website; Borough maintains and updates website
Do you have hazard mitigation information available on your website?
If yes, briefly describe.Yes - Municipal website and social media
Do you use social media for hazard mitigation education and outreach?
If yes, briefly describe.Yes - Facebook and Nixle
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Criterion Response
Do you have any citizen boards or commissions that address issues related to hazard mitigation?
If yes, briefly describe.
Yes Green Team - citizen based group
Do you have any other programs already in place that could be used to communicate hazard-related information?
If yes, briefly describe.
Yes municipal website, mailing, Nixle, reverse 911, staff on
foot (police and fire) Do you have any established warning systems for hazard events?
If yes, briefly describe.Yes – Nixle and Register Ready
COM M UNIT Y CLAS S IF IC ATI ONS
The table below summarizes the classifications for community programs available to the Borough of North
Haledon.
Table 9.7-8. Community Classifications
Program Participating? Classification Date Classified
Community Rating System No
Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule (BCEGS) Yes 4 2012
Public Protection (Fire ISO Protection Class) No
Storm Ready Certification No
Firewise Community Classification No
Sustainable Jersey Yes Bronze 10/9/2017
ADAPT IV E CA PAC IT Y
Adaptive capacity is defined as “the ability of systems, institutions, humans and other organisms to adjust
to potential damage, to take advantage of opportunities, or respond to consequences” (IPCC 2014). In other
words, it describes a jurisdiction’s current ability to adjust to, protect from, or withstand a hazard event.
This term is often discussed in reference to climate change; however, adaptive capacity also includes an
understanding of local capacity for adapting to current and future risks and changing conditions. The table
below summarizes the adaptive capacity for each hazard and the jurisdiction’s rating.
Criterion Response
Does the municipality have access to resources to determine the possible impacts of climate change upon the municipality?
Yes - state climatologist, county OEM, NJDEP, and NOAA
Is the administrative supportive of integrating climate change in policies or actions?
Yes
Is climate change already being integrated into current policies/plans or actions (projects/monitoring) within the municipality?
Yes
Hazard Adaptive Capacity (Capabilities) - High/Medium/Low
Coastal Storm Medium
Dam Failure Medium
Disease Outbreak Medium
Drought Medium
Earthquake Medium
Extreme Temperature Medium
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Hazard Adaptive Capacity (Capabilities) - High/Medium/Low
Flood Medium
Geological Hazards Medium
Hazardous Substances Medium
Severe Weather Medium
Severe Winter Weather Medium
Wildfire Medium
NATION AL F LO OD INS U R ANCE PR OG R AM
This section provides specific information on the management and regulation of the regulatory floodplain.
Table 9.7-9. National Flood Insurance Program Compliance
Criterion Response
What local department is responsible for floodplain management? Building Department
Who is your floodplain administrator? (name, department/position) Construction Official
Are any certified floodplain managers on staff in your jurisdiction? Yes – Boswell Engineering
What is the date that your flood damage prevention ordinance was last amended? February 19, 2020
Does your floodplain management program meet or exceed minimum requirements?
If exceeds, in what ways?
Meets the minimum and requires new development and substantial
improvements in the SFHA to be elevated one foot above the BFE
When was the most recent Community Assistance Visit or Community Assistance Contact?
N/A
Does your jurisdiction have any outstanding NFIP compliance violations that need to be addressed?
If so, state what they are.No
Are any RiskMAP projects currently underway in your jurisdiction? If so, state what they are.
No
Do your flood hazard maps adequately address the flood risk within your jurisdiction?
If no, state why.Yes
Does your floodplain management staff need any assistance or training to support its floodplain management program?
If so, what type of assistance/training is needed?No
Does your jurisdiction participate in the Community Rating System (CRS)? If yes, is your jurisdiction interested in improving its CRS
Classification? If no, is your jurisdiction interested in joining the CRS program?
No
How many flood insurance policies are in force in your jurisdiction?* What is the insurance in force? What is the premium in force?
29 $7,900,100
$23,658
How many total loss claims have been filed in your jurisdiction?* How many claims are still open or were closed without payment? What were the total payments for losses?
13 5
$46,281.05
Do you maintain a list of properties that have been damaged by flooding? Yes - but minimal flooding in the
Borough
Do you maintain a list of property owners interested in flood mitigation? No
ADDIT IO NAL AR EAS O F EX IS TI NG INT EG R AT ION
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Master Plan Reexamination Report (2011): A main concept for the goals of the original 2004
Master Plan, and subsequent reexamination, is the protection and preservation of the natural
resources and environmentally sensitive lands within the Borough. As one of its recommendations,
the Borough proposed to apply for Sustainable Jersey Certification. Certified communities are
eligible for funding for mitigation and sustainability projects.
The following mitigation actions were enacted or proposed as a means to achieve these goals:
o Storm water Management Plan
o Initiate sustainable water practices, which include reducing potable water contamination
and incorporating “gray-water” irrigation
o Steep slope regulations
o Sustainable Jersey certification
o Implementation of a Sustainability Master Plan
Storm water Management Plan (2005): The Borough’s Storm water Management Plan addresses
the potential risks due to increased storm water runoff from major new developments and outlines
design and performance standards for storm water management. The goals of this Plan include,
reducing flood damage, soil erosion and nonpoint source pollution, maintain groundwater recharge
and maintain the integrity of stream channels. The Plan outlines proposed changes to the Borough’s
Master Plan and zoning ordinances, as well as providing types of mitigation projects for new
developments to implement.
Ordinances: The Borough has their ordinances and flood protection measures available on their
website. Please visit the Borough of North Haledon website at http://www.northhaledon.com/ for
further information.
Outreach: On their website, the Borough publishes information about upcoming events, important
news stories for the community, and other public notices. The website also allows residents to
sign-up and receive text message and e-mail alerts from the North Haledon Police Department and
other public safety agencies. http://www.northhaledon.com/
Climate Adaptation – Flooding Risk: The Borough of North Haledon recognizes the vulnerability
of their community due to climate change. Long term resiliency necessitates adaptation, awareness
and action. North Haledon is in the process of moving forward towards resiliency through the
Climate Adaptation: Flooding Risk Action requirements. This action will not only prepare the
Borough of North Haledon for climate change, but will educate citizens and decision makers on
the changes needed to ensure a safer and more livable place for all North Haledon residents today
and in the future.
9.7.5 Hazard Event History Specific to the Jurisdiction
Passaic County has a history of hazard events, as detailed in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) of this plan. A
summary of historical events is provided in each of the hazard profiles in Section 4.4 (Hazard Profiles) and
includes a chronology of events that affected Passaic County and its jurisdictions. The Borough of North
Haledon’s history of federally-declared (as presented by FEMA) and significant hazard events (as presented
in NOAA-NCEI) is consistent with that of Passaic County. Table 9.7-10 provides details regarding
municipal-specific loss and damages the Borough of North Haledon experienced during hazard events.
Information provided in the table below is based on reference material or local sources.
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Table 9.7-10. Hazard Event History
Date(s) of Event
Event Type (disaster
declaration if applicable)
Passaic County
Designated? Summary of Event Summary of local
Damages and Losses May 14, 2017 Thunderstorms
and Strong Wind
N/A Strong thunderstorms struck over northeast New Jersey. Wind speeds between 40 and 50 mph were observed.
No damages or losses reported by the Borough
August 5, 2017 Thunderstorms and Flash Flooding
N/A Showers and thunderstorms in the area led to isolated flash flooding in Passaic County.
No damages or losses reported by the Borough
March 6-7, 2018 Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm DR-4368
Yes The storm brought heavy wet snow, strong gusty winds, and even some thundersnow across northeast New Jersey. Snowfall rates ranged from 1 to 3 inches per hour at times in the heaviest snow bands.
No damages or losses reported by the Borough
9.7.6 Jurisdiction-Specific Vulnerabilities and Hazard ranking
The hazard profiles in Section 4 (Risk Assessment) provide detailed information regarding each plan
participant’s vulnerability to the identified hazards. Table 9.7-11 summarizes the Borough risk assessment
results and data used to determine the hazard ranking.
In an attempt to summarize the confidence level regarding the input utilized to populate the hazard ranking,
a gradient of certainty was developed. A certainty factor of high, medium or low was selected and assigned
to each hazard to provide a level of transparency and increased understanding of the data utilized to support
the resulting ranking. The following scale was used to assign a certainty factor to each hazard:
High—Defined scenario/event to evaluate; probability calculated; evidenced-based/quantitative
assessment to estimate potential impacts through hazard modeling.
Moderate—Defined scenario/event or only a hazard area to evaluate; estimated probability;
combination of quantitative (exposure analysis, no hazard modeling) and qualitative data to
estimate potential impacts.
Low—Scenario or hazard area is undefined; there is a degree of uncertainty regarding event
probability; majority of potential impacts are qualitative.
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Table 9.7-11. Summary of Risk Assessment Results
Hazard of Concern
Hazard/ Scenario Area Evaluated Population Buildings Economya
Certainty Factor
Coastal Storm* 100-Year Mean Return Period
Hurricane 100-year MRP
Hurricane: 8,564
100-year MRP
Hurricane: 2,698
100-year MRP
Hurricane: $935,762 High
Dam Failure
Partial or complete failure of a dam
Population impacted is dependent on the location and capacity of the dam, the extent of the dam failure inundation area and the severity of
the failure.
The number of buildings impacted is dependent on the
capacity of the dam, the extent of the dam failure inundation area and the severity of the failure.
Economic impacts include dam/building/infrastructure repairs;
debris removal/disposal; utility impacts. Low There are 155 dams in the
County; 49 are high hazard according to NJDEP.
Disease Outbreak
Disease Outbreaks which include: Mosquito-Borne
Diseases, Tick-Borne Diseases, Foodborne Illnesses, Infectious Disease (Influenza, Enterovirus
D68, Hepatitis C, Measles, Ebola) MRSA
Population impacted is dependent on the disease and severity of the outbreak; in some cases, immuno-
compromised persons are more vulnerable.
Structural impacts due to disease outbreak would be
limited.
Economic losses can include County financial impacts to monitor/address outbreaks; lost wages or commercial interruptions; depends on the severity
and type of disease outbreak.
Low
Drought
Prolonged drought event - The County is serviced by water supplies who primarily get water from surface water, reservoirs and unconfined
groundwater sources.
Entire population exposed. Population on surface water
supplies may be impacted first; water restrictions/contamination;
increased wildfire risk.
Droughts are not expected to cause direct damage to
buildings.
Losses include aesthetic, landscape/nursery/agricultural industry
impacts Low
Earthquake*
100, 500-, 2,500-Year Mean Return Period (MRP) Events
evaluated NEHRP D&E: 0 NEHRP D&E: 0
100-year MRP building damages/loss:
$0
High
NEHRP Soils D&E (soft soils that amplify ground shaking are
present in the County)
Liquefaction Class 4:
0 Liquefaction
Class 4: 0
500-year MRP building damages/loss:
$401,113
2,500-year MRP building damages/loss:
$6,340,289
Extreme Temperature
Extreme temperature event (heat or cold)
Over 65 Population: 2,075 Structural impacts due to
extreme temperatures would be limited.
Loss of business function is possible due to unexpected repairs (i.e. pipes bursting) or power failures; increased operational costs due to increased use of generators
Low
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Hazard of Concern
Hazard/ Scenario Area Evaluated Population Buildings Economya
Certainty Factor
Population Below Poverty Level:
248 and HVAC; thermal expansion and other
impacts to infrastructure.
Flood* 100- and 500-Year Mean Return
Period Event
1% annual chance 87 1% annual
chance 30 1% annual chance
$1,390,394 High 0.2% annual chance 121
0.2% annual chance
73
Geological High Landslide Susceptibility
Areas and Areas developed over carbonate rock
Class A: 54 Class A: 19 Class A: $13,404,428
Moderate Class B: 0 Class B: 0 Class B: $0
Carbonate Bedrock: 0 Carbonate Bedrock:
0 Carbonate Bedrock: $0
Hazardous Substanceb
Release of a hazardous substance from a fixed site.
Population impacted will depend on the type of material and scale of
the incident. May include population within small radii of
site.
The degree of damages to a building depends on the scale
of the incident.
The degree of damages depends on the scale of the incident.
Low
Severe Weather*
Severe Weather Event
Entire population exposed; the degree of impact to the population
depends on the scale of the incident.
Entire building stock is exposed; The degree of
impact depends on the scale of the incident.
Economic impacts depend upon the degree of impact.
Low
Severe Winter Weather
Severe Winter Weather Event
All residents/commuters/visitors are exposed; socially-vulnerable populations may be at increased
risk
All buildings are exposed; the degree of impact depends on
the scale of the incident.
The cost of snow and ice removal and repair of roads/infrastructure can impact
operating budgets. Low
Wildfire Wildfire Fuel Hazard areas (High, Very High, Extreme)
Population residing in the hazard area:
7 Number of
buildings the hazard area:
3
Replacement cost value of buildings
located in the hazard area:
$10,250,896 Moderate
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REP ET ITIV E FL OOD L OS S ES
The following summarizes the repetitive and severe repetitive flood losses in the Borough of North
Haledon.
Number of repetitive loss (RL) properties: 0
Number of severe repetitive loss (SRL) properties: 0
Number of RL/SRL properties that have been mitigated: 0
Source: FEMA 2018
Note: The number of SRL properties excludes RL properties.
CR ITI CAL FA CI LI TI ES
The table below identifies critical facilities in the community located in the 1-percent and 0.2-percent
floodplain.
Table 9.7-12. Potential Flood Losses to Critical Facilities and Lifelines
Name Type Exposure
Status of Mitigation 1% Event 0.2% Event
Municipal Building EOC X X Structure is not in the floodplain; confirmed on
the flood map
ADDIT IO NAL ID ENT IF I E D VU LN ER A BI LI TI ES
According to the 2007 Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for Passaic County, flooding from Molly Ann Brook
affects the Borough of North Haledon. The Borough experiences moderate flooding in the area adjacent to
High Mountain Road. Streams in the Borough exhibit potential bank degradation and erosion due to high
velocity flows in the steep channels (FEMA FIS 2007).
HAZ AR D AR E A EXT ENT AND LOCA TI ON
Hazard area extent and location maps were generated for the Borough of North Haledon that illustrate the
probable areas impacted within the municipality. These maps are based on the best available data at the
time of the preparation of this plan and are adequate for planning purposes. Maps have been generated only
for those hazards that can be clearly identified using mapping techniques and technologies and for which
the Borough of North Haledon has significant exposure. Refer to Figures 9.7-1 and 9.7-2.
HAZ AR D RAN KI NG
This section includes the community specific identification of the primary hazard concerns based on
identified problems, impacts and the results of the risk assessment as presented in Section 5 (Risk
Assessment). The ranking process involves an assessment of the likelihood of occurrence for each hazard;
its potential impacts on people, property, and the economy; community capability and changing future
climate conditions. This input supports the mitigation action development to target those hazards with
highest level of concern.
As discussed in Section 4.3 (Hazard Ranking), each plan participant may have differing degrees of risk
exposure and vulnerability compared to Passaic County as a whole. Therefore, each jurisdiction ranked the
degree of risk to each hazard as it pertains to their community factoring in their capabilities to withstand
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impacts and bounce back after the event. The table below summarizes the hazard rankings of potential
natural hazards for the Borough of North Haledon. The Borough of North Haledon has reviewed the Passaic
County hazard ranking table, as well as its individual results, to reflect the relative risk of the hazards of
concern to the community. During the review of the hazard ranking, the Borough of North Haledon
adjusted the ranking of coastal storm from high to medium.
Table 9.7-13. Borough of North Haledon Hazard Ranking Input
Coastal Storm Dam Failure
Disease
Outbreak Drought Earthquake
Extreme
Temperature
Medium Low Medium Medium Low Medium
Flood
Geological
Hazard
Hazardous
Substances
Severe
Weather
Severe Winter
Weather Wildfire
Low Medium Medium Medium Medium Low
9.7.7 Mitigation Strategy and Prioritization
This section discusses past mitigations actions and status, describes proposed hazard mitigation initiatives,
and provides action prioritization.
PAS T M ITIG AT IO N IN IT IAT IV E STATUS
The following table summarizes the jurisdiction’s progress on their mitigation strategy identified in the
2015 HMP. Actions that are carried forward as part of this plan update are included in the following
subsection in its own table with prioritization. Previous actions that are now on-going programs and
capabilities are indicated as such in the following table and can also be found under ‘Capability Assessment’
presented previously in this annex. A
Table 9.7-14. Status of Previous HMP Mitigation Actions
2015 Action Number Action Description Responsible Party
Status (In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or Completed)
Include in the 2020 HMP Update?
Check if Yes Enter 2020
HMP Action # Ensure continuity of operations at critical facilities. At this time, the following has been identified: Purchase portable power supply for Municipal Building and Police Department
OEM Complete Discontinue
Enlarge and replace existing culvert at Harring Court
Engineer No Progress Discontinue
Replace Gabion Walls at 845 Belmont Ave/Buttermilk Falls
Engineer Discontinue Discontinue
Replace Stream retaining walls at 936 High Mountain Road (residential property)
Engineer Discontinue Discontinue
Develop and implement an enhanced all-hazards, public outreach / education / mitigation information program on natural hazard risks and what citizens can do in the way of mitigation and preparedness, including flood insurance. This program will include: - Providing general natural hazard risk, preparedness and mitigation, and related NFIP information in regular newsletter and mailings.
OEM Ongoing Capability Discontinue
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2015 Action Number Action Description Responsible Party
Status (In Progress, No Progress,
Ongoing Capability, or Completed)
Include in the 2020 HMP Update?
Check if Yes Enter 2020
HMP Action # - Including natural hazard risk and risk reduction information through social media channels and email blast systems. - Posting of flyers and other readily available NFIP informational materials at Borough Hall or distributing at regular civic meetings. - Preparation, distribution and analysis of public surveys. - Developing/maintaining a natural hazard risk management webpage on the municipal website where information and mapping can be posted. - Enhance public outreach to residents in NFIP floodplain areas to inform of annual grant opportunities, etc. which may include periodic articles and handouts.Install storm water management measures to include open space located athletic fields 103 Overlook Ave utilizing for drainage off property (potential subsurface storage under the ball fields for the new municipal building which is undersized/antiquated)
Engineer Discontinue Discontinue
Re-establish a vegetative buffer along 1,500 linear feet of the shoreline Yahn’s Ponds as a goose control measure and to filter storm water runoff from the high goose traffic areas
Engineer Complete Discontinue
Provide goose management measures to include public education at the Borough’s parks
Borough Engineer Complete Discontinue
Use the mitigation plan as a guide during the next Master Plan Update
OEM Ongoing Capability Discontinue
Stream bank stabilization along Molly Ann Brook; potential energy dissipation near Church Street/bridge
Borough Engineer No Progress Discontinue
PR OPOS E D HAZ AR D M I TIG AT ION IN ITI ATIV ES FOR T HE PL AN UPDAT E
The Borough of North Haledon participated in a risk assessment workshop in January 2020 in which
detailed information was provided about assets exposed and vulnerable to the identified hazards of concern.
The Borough of North Haledon participated in a mitigation action workshop in February 2020 and was
provided a Mitigation Toolbox that included a mitigation catalog developed specifically for Passaic County
and its hazards of concerns; challenges and opportunities identified during the capability and risk
assessments; and the following FEMA publications to use as a resource as part of their comprehensive
review of all possible activities and mitigation measures to address their hazards: FEMA 551 Selecting
Appropriate Mitigation Measures for Floodprone Structures (March 2007) and FEMA Mitigation Ideas –
A Resource for Reducing Risk to Natural Hazards (January 2013). Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) and
Appendix F (Mitigation Strategy Supplement) provide a more complete description of the Mitigation
Toolbox and its resources.
Table 9.7-15 summarizes the comprehensive-range of specific mitigation initiatives the Borough of North
Haledon would like to pursue in the future to reduce the effects of hazards. Some of these initiatives might
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be previous actions carried forward for this HMP update. Initiatives are dependent upon available funding
(grants and local match availability) and can be modified or omitted at any time based on the occurrence of
new hazard events and changes in municipal priorities. Both the 4 FEMA mitigation action categories and
the 6 CRS mitigation action categories are listed in the table below to further demonstrate the wide-range
of activities and mitigation measures selected.
As discussed in Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy), 14 criteria are used to evaluate and prioritize each proposed
mitigation action. A numeric factor is assigned (-1, 0, or 1) to each criterion to provide a relative indication
of the opportunities and constraints of each action. A numerical sum of the input provides the basis of the
prioritization of actions wherein each action is assigned a category of Low, Medium, or High to indicate an
implementation hierarchy. A High priority action indicates the jurisdiction will prioritize its implementation
and apply for funding, if needed, as opportunities become available during the plan period of performance.
This does not prevent the jurisdiction from implementing other ranked actions; however, this provides a
snapshot of implementation priority at the time of this plan update.
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Table 9.7-15. Proposed Hazard Mitigation Initiatives
Initiative Number
Mitigation Initiative
Name Description of the Problem
and Solution
New or Existing Assets?
Hazard(s) to be
Mitigated Goals Met
Lead and Support Agencies
Potential Funding Sources
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2020-NORTH HALEDON-001
Relocating the Municipal Building
Problem: The Borough's Police Department is located in a low-lying area and could be surrounded by flood waters in a severe storm as the Molly Ann Brook could flow over Overlook Avenue to either side of the Municipal Building. The property is located in the floodplain; however, the building is not. During heavy rain events, the building sustains flood damage. Each time, the Borough has to relocate equipment to protect. The electrical panels and communications for the police department are located in the basement. If flooded, the system would not be functional. At this time, there is no options to relocated this equipment above ground.
Existing Flood All Borough Police and Administration
FEMA HMGP and FMA, Department of Justice grant
Increase resiliency, continuity of operations, reduce flood losses
$10 million+
5 years+
Medium SIP PP, ES
Solution: While the building itself is not located in a floodplain, during heavy rain, the police department portion of the municipal building sustains flood damage. The building cannot be elevated due to its age. The Borough will construct a new municipal building complex outside of the floodplain. This will protect the structure and contents from flood damages.
2020-NORTH HALEDON-002
Education and Outreach on Safe Generator Use
Problem: While the Borough has various education and outreach materials available to the community, there is limited information on the proper and safe use of
N/A Coastal Storm, Extreme Temperature, Flood, Severe
All Borough OEM and Administration
Municipal Budget, FEMA PDM
Increase awareness of residents
$20,000 Within 4 years
High EAP PI
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Initiative Number
Mitigation Initiative
Name Description of the Problem
and Solution
New or Existing Assets?
Hazard(s) to be
Mitigated Goals Met
Lead and Support Agencies
Potential Funding Sources
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generators residents may use during power outages.
Weather, Severe Winter Weather
Solution: Develop educational and outreach material to issue to residents on using generators during a power outage. This information will include how to use generators at home, what laws the Borough has in place for using generators, preventing carbon monoxide poisoning, and the types of hazards associated with generators.
2020-NORTH HALEDON-003
Dry Floodproof the Police Department
Problem: The Borough's Police Department is located in a low-lying area and could be surrounded by flood waters in a severe storm as the Molly Ann Brook could flow over Overlook Avenue to either side of the Municipal Building. During heavy rain events, the building sustains flood damage. Each time, the Borough has to relocate equipment to protect. The electrical panels and communications for the police department are located in the basement. If flooded, the system would not be functional. At this time, there is no options to relocated this equipment above ground.
Existing Flood, Coastal Storm, Severe Weather
Police Department
Municipal Budget
Continuity of operations, protects essential equipment
$25,000 Within 2 years
High SIP PP, ES
Solution: Dry floodproof the police department portion of the municipal complex. Sealants will be applied to the walls where water typically enters the building during a flood event.
Notes:
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Acronyms and Abbreviations: Potential FEMA HMA Funding Sources: Timeline:CAV Community Assistance VisitCRS Community Rating System DPW Department of Public Works FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency FPA Floodplain Administrator HMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance N/A Not applicable NFIP National Flood Insurance Program OEM Office of Emergency Management
FMA Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program HMGP Hazard Mitigation Grant Program PDM Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Program
The time required for completion of the project upon implementation
Cost: The estimated cost for implementation.
Benefits: A description of the estimated benefits, either quantitative and/or qualitative.
Mitigation Category:
Local Plans and Regulations (LPR) – These actions include government authorities, policies or codes that influence the way land and buildings are being developed and built.
Structure and Infrastructure Project (SIP) - These actions involve modifying existing structures and infrastructure to protect them from a hazard or remove them from a hazard area. This could apply to public or private structures as well as critical facilities and infrastructure. This type of action also involves projects to construct manmade structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
Natural Systems Protection (NSP) – These are actions that minimize damage and losses and preserve or restore the functions of natural systems.
Education and Awareness Programs (EAP) – These are actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. These actions may also include participation in national programs, such as StormReady and Firewise Communities.
CRS Category:
Preventative Measures (PR) - Government, administrative or regulatory actions, or processes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and built. Examples include planning and zoning, floodplain local laws, capital improvement programs, open space preservation, and storm water management regulations.
Property Protection (PP) - These actions include public activities to reduce hazard losses or actions that involve (1) modification of existing buildings or structures to protect them from a hazard or (2) removal of the structures from the hazard area. Examples include acquisition, elevation, relocation, structural retrofits, storm shutters, and shatter-resistant glass.
Public Information (PI) - Actions to inform and educate citizens, elected officials, and property owners about hazards and potential ways to mitigate them. Actions include outreach projects, real estate disclosure, hazard information centers, and educational programs for school-age children and adults.
Natural Resource Protection (NR) - Actions that minimize hazard loss and preserve or restore the functions of natural systems. Actions include sediment and erosion control, stream corridor restoration, watershed management, forest and vegetation management, and wetland restoration and preservation.
Structural Flood Control Projects (SP) - Actions that involve the construction of structures to reduce the impact of a hazard. Structures include dams, setback levees, floodwalls, retaining walls, and safe rooms.
Emergency Services (ES) - Actions that protect people and property during and immediately following a disaster or hazard event. Services include warning systems, emergency response services, and the protection of essential facilities.
Table 9.7-16. Summary of Prioritization of Actions
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Relocating the Municipal Building
1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 8 Medium
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HALEDON-0012020-NORTH HALEDON-002
Education and Outreach on Safe Generator Use
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 12 High
2020-NORTH HALEDON-003
Dry Floodproof the Police Department
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 11 High
Notes: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) conveys guidance on prioritizing mitigation actions.
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Table 9.7-17. Analysis of Mitigation Actions by Hazard and Category
Hazard Prevention Property
Protection
Public Education
and Awareness
Natural Resource
Protection Emergency
Services Structural
Projects Climate
Resilient
Community Capacity Building
Coastal Storm
-003 -002 -003 -003
Dam Failure
Disease Outbreak
Drought
Earthquake
Extreme Temperature
-002
Flood -001, -003 -002 -001, -003 -001, -003
Geological Hazard
Hazardous Substances
Severe Weather
-003 -002 -003 -003
Severe Winter Weather
-002
Wildfire
Note: Section 6 (Mitigation Strategy) provides for an explanation of the mitigation categories.
RED = high ranked hazard
ORANGE = medium ranked hazard
YELLOW = low ranked hazard
9.7.8 Staff and Local Stakeholder Involvement in Annex Development
The Borough of North Haledon followed the planning process described in Section 2 (Planning Process). This
annex was developed over the course of several months with input from many jurisdiction representatives. All
departments were asked to contribute to the annex development through reviewing and contributing to the capability
assessment, reporting on the status of previously identified actions, and participating in action identification and
prioritization. The following table summarizes who participated and in what capacity. Additional documentation
on the municipality’s planning process through Planning Partnership meetings is included in Section 2 (Planning
Process) and Appendix C (Meeting Documentation).
Table 9.7-18. Contributors to the Annex
Entity Title Method of Participation
Lt. Anthony Conforti Asst. OEM Coordinator Attended meetings, provided input on annex, identified mitigation strategies
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Figure 9.7-1. Borough of North Haledon Hazard Area Extent and Location Map 1
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Figure 9.7-2. Borough of North Haledon Hazard Area Extent and Location Map 2
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Action Worksheet
Project Name: Relocating the Municipal Building
Project Number: 2020-NORTH HALEDON-001
Risk / Vulnerability
Hazard(s) of Concern: Flood
Description of the Problem:
The Borough's Police Department is located in a low-lying area and could be surrounded by flood waters in a severe storm as the Molly Ann Brook could flow over Overlook Avenue to either side of the Municipal Building. The property is located in the floodplain; however, the building is not. During heavy rain events, the building sustains flood damage. Each time, the Borough has to relocate equipment to protect. The electrical panels and communications for the police department are located in the basement. If flooded, the system would not be functional. At this time, there is no options to relocated this equipment above ground.
Action or Project Intended for Implementation
Description of the Solution:
While the building itself is not located in a floodplain, during heavy rain, the police department portion of the municipal building sustains flood damage. The building cannot be elevated due to its age. The Borough will construct a new municipal building complex outside of the floodplain. This will protect the structure and contents from flood damages.
Is this project related to a Critical Facility or Lifeline?
Yes No
Level of Protection: 100-year Estimated Benefits (losses avoided):
Increase resiliency, continuity of operations, reduce flood losses
Useful Life: 50 years Goals Met: All
Estimated Cost: $10 million+ ` SIP
Plan for Implementation
Prioritization: Medium Desired Timeframe for Implementation:
5 years+
Estimated Time Required for Project Implementation:
5 years+ Potential Funding Sources:
FEMA HMGP and FMA, Department of Justice grant
Responsible Organization:
Borough Police and Administration
Local Planning Mechanisms to be Used in Implementation if any:
Hazard Mitigation
Three Alternatives Considered (including No Action)
Alternatives:
Action Estimated Cost Evaluation No Action $0 Current problem continues
Elevate building $1 million+
Not feasible; building cannot be elevated; police
vehicles will still be vulnerable to flood damage
Install floodproof doors ~$10,000
Provides protection to the inside of the station but not any infrastructure
outside the building Progress Report (for plan maintenance)
Date of Status Report:
Report of Progress:
Update Evaluation of the Problem and/or Solution:
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Action Worksheet
Project Name: Relocating the Municipal Building
Project Number: 2020-NORTH HALEDON-001
Criteria Numeric Rank
(-1, 0, 1) Provide brief rationale for numeric rank when
appropriate
Life Safety 1 Provides continuity of operations of equipment to help
residents
Property Protection 1 Protects equipment, essential services, and structure from
flood damage
Cost-Effectiveness 1
Technical 1
Political 1 There is political support for this project
Legal 1
Fiscal 0 Borough would need grant funding to complete
Environmental 0
Social 0
Administrative 1 Administrative support for this project
Multi-Hazard 0 Flood
Timeline 0 Long term project
Agency Champion 1
Other Community Objectives
0
Total 8
Priority (High/Med/Low)
Medium