March 31,2016
Ridgewood NJ, Village Council Candidate Ramon Hache shared some of thoughts on the Valley Hospital Expansion issue. Ramon said,” I would be willing to work with Valley on a moderate expansion. I understand the needs of Valley Hospital have changed significantly. But the current expansion plan is way too aggressive:
Size from 400k square feet to 1.4mm sq feet
Height from 48′ to 80′
The setbacks are reduced significantly, within 30 feet from the property line, which would make the new structure appear even larger, dwarfing the surrounding residences. I cannot support it. It is too large and not consistent with the character of our village. I also cannot support all of the phases of construction happening all at once. Proceeding with all phases of construction simultaneously is inconsiderate to the nearby residents. I am also concerned by the traffic safety issues for the kids at BF.
I was hoping that the negotiations with Valley would have yielded a greater mutual compromise.”
