2015 Tilcon Presentation

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This document is a 2015 presentation by Tilcon, a construction materials supplier, to the Borough of Bloomingdale Council. The presentation outlines Tilcon's history and operations at the Bloomingdale Quarry, which has been active since the 1800s and under Tilcon's ownership since 2004. It emphasizes Tilcon's role as a community partner, detailing various local contributions and highlighting the financial and employment benefits the quarry provides to the Borough, including sustained tax revenue and 45 direct jobs. A key component of the presentation is Tilcon's strategic plan to acquire the 180-acre Meer Property. As part of this acquisition, Tilcon proposes to deed 35 acres to the Borough for affordable housing development, in compliance with a Superior Court Order. Tilcon commits to preparing this land, which is projected to generate significant financial gain for the Borough upon sale to a developer, with minimal impact on municipal services. Tilcon assures the Council of its strict adherence to extensive local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations, underscoring its commitment to responsible operations. The presentation also details the long-term reclamation plans for the quarry post-mining, showcasing examples of successful past reclamations to demonstrate future land use value and environmental stewardship.

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--- Document: 2015 Tilcon Presentation Document ---
Presentation to Borough of 
Bloomingdale Council


Who is Tilcon?
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We are, and have been, part of the community since 1957.
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We operate quarries, asphalt plants, and material recycling facilities
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Morris, Passaic, Bergen, Warren, Sussex Counties
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We produce construction materials
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Aggregates – Crushed Stone
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Asphalt and Recycled Asphalt
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We pave New Jersey’s and New York’s roads
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We have worked on some of the most iconic and prestigious projects in our region. 
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Tilcon is part of the Oldcastle Materials Group, the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, 
asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving services in the USA.


Bloomingdale “Pride Day”
Fire Department 
Donations to Bloomingdale Youth Sports
Donated 10,000 tons of stone to fill in the 
collapsed lane on I-287 after Hurricane Irene
Volunteered our manpower and equipment 
to aid in storm/flood/snow situations
Donated material for local scout troops for 
their various service projects
Host regular bus tours for schools, colleges, 
scouts, and other organizations
We are part of Your Community
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What does Tilcon do?
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What does Tilcon do?
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What does Tilcon do?
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What does Tilcon do?
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George Washington 
Bridge
Newark-Liberty
International 
Airport


What does Tilcon do?
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Freedom Tower
Governor’s Island Redesign


Financial
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Long Term, Sustainable source of revenue for the Borough
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Positive Ratable
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Future growth opportunity and increased land use value from reclamation
Opportunity
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Supports construction oriented business
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Local driveway and parking lot pavers
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Home contractors
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Landscapers
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Business contractors
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Homeowners
Employment
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A quarry offers long term dependable jobs of all types and skills
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Bloomingdale Quarry currently employs 45 people directly and many more indirectly through suppliers and 
customers
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Many of whom are residents of Bloomingdale and Passaic County
Benefits from Your Local Quarry
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Bloomingdale Quarry began in the 1800’s as a dimension stone quarry for 
decorative and building stone under the name Pompton Pink Granite Company
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The granite deposits are around 1 BILLION years old
The stone was prized for its unique coloring, coarse grain size, and structural 
stability
Bloomingdale Quarry History
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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Smithsonian Museum in DC


1957 - After mining all the pink granite, quarry was sold to 
Passaic Crushed Stone.
Quarry was expanded by the Gallo family over three generations
Produced aggregate crushed stone and asphalt
2004 - Quarry was bought by Tilcon from Passaic Crushed 
Stone
Bloomingdale Quarry History
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Tilcon will continue to work with the Borough of Bloomingdale to 
secure the quarry’s ability to sustainably serve the needs of you, 
the Borough, County, and State for generations to come.
Purchase of the Meer Property
180 Acre Parcel
35 acres will be deeded to the Borough for Affordable Housing consistent with 
a Superior Court Order
Provides an increased buffer for future housing/commercial development
Long term, provide a desirable development opportunity
Working Together
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Tax Revenue
Tilcon will continue to pay significant tax revenue to the Borough
Positive Ratable
Taxes generated exceed the municipal costs necessary to support the new development
Land Donation for Affordable Housing Development (“AHD”)
A portion of the Meer tract will be cleared, prepped, and graded by Tilcon
Deeded back to Borough to meet AHD requirements mandated by Superior Court
Sale of the AHD land by Borough to a developer results significant financial gain
Minimal impact on Borough services
Increased growth opportunity
Benefits to Borough of Bloomingdale
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Meer Property
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Tilcon is bound and governed by local, state, and federal laws to meet a very 
strict set of safety and environmental laws
All of the agencies listed above inspect the quarry operations at random several 
times a year
As part of Oldcastle Materials Group, an industry leader, Tilcon is also held 
internally to the highest ethical, moral, safety, and environmental standards
Regulatory Requirements
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Employee Safety and Well-being
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Federal MSHA – Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Federal OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health 
Administration
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NJDOL - New Jersey Department of Labor
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Blasting and Noise
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NJDOL– Explosives and Noise
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Borough of Bloomingdale – Annual Permitting
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Borough of Pompton Lakes
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Environmental Regulation
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Federal EPA – Environmental Protection Agency
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NJDEP – Department of Environmental Protection
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Borough of Bloomingdale – Annual Permitting
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Dust and Site Maintenance
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Federal EPA – Environmental Protection Agency
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NJDEP – Department of Environmental Protection
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Borough of Bloomingdale – Annual Permitting
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Borough of Pompton Lakes


Quarry Progression over the next 110 years
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Quarry Will Not be Visible to the Community
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Quarry Will Not be Visible to the Community
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Section B-B: Van Dam Ave
Section A-A: Union Ave 


Quarry Will Not be Visible to the Community
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Van Dam Ave – View 2
Van Dam Ave – View 3


Tilcon is required by law to reclaim the property after mining 
operations cease
Example of reclaimed quarries:
Future Site Uses – Reclamation
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Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Clifton Quarry (Before)
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Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Clifton Quarry (After)
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Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Certified Quarry (Before)
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Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Certified Quarry (After)
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Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Certified Quarry (After)
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Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Certified Quarry (After)
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Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Secaucus Quarry (Before)
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Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Secaucus Quarry (After)
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Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Secaucus Quarry (After)
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Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Secaucus Quarry (After)
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Secaucus Junction – New Jersey Transit


Reclaimed Tilcon Sites – Secaucus Quarry (After)
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