Monday, March 5, 2007 @ 7:30 p.m.
Pasbeshauke Pavilion at Saybrook Point Park
155 College Street Extension
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Friedmann called the regular meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Attendant Members Absent Members
Robert Friedmann, Chairman none
Elizabeth Steffen, Vice Chairman
Walter Harris, Secretary
Madeleine Fish, Regular Member
Paula Stuart, Regular Member
Geraldine Lewis, Alternate Member
Charles Sohl, Alternate Member
Attendant Staff
Chris Costa, ZEO
Eric Knapp, Consulting Legal Counsel
Maura Farbotka, Recording Clerk
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III. REGULAR BUSINESS
A. Minutes.
Item IV, REQUEST FOR RETURN OF BOND; Amount should read $14,500.00, not $15,400.00. (pg. 2)
Item V should state that Regular Member P. Stuart stepped down from Site Plan Review, (pg. 2)
On page 8, Motion to Approve with Modifications should include date of 02/20/07.
MOTION to approve the minutes of February 20, 2007 as amended MADE by R. Friedmann; SECONDED: by M. Fish; no discussion on the motion; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, E. Steffen, M. Fish, P. Stuart; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: W. Harris; APPROVED: 4-0-1.
B. Correspondence
The Commission noted the resignation letter received from Alternate Member, Kathy Edgar, dated 03/05/07.
IV. DISCUSSION: Request for Temporary Signage at Ball Fields
Steven Murphy and Dennis Interlandi
Commission Members Steven Murphy and Dennis Interlandi addressed the commission regarding the request for ball field signage. They showed a sample sign, to be hung on the fences of the different town fields. The commission advised that signage cannot be visible from the street, and that banners on an outside fence do not adhere to our regulations. Chairman R. Friedmann noted section 64.7, “special event signage”. A temporary sign would be allowed for no more than 45 days in a calendar year; a sign application would be required.
The other option would be to hang the signs at the beginning of each game/event, and take them down at the end.
V. OLD BUSINESS:
A. APPLICATION TO REVIEW PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS OF SITE
DEVELOPMENT PLANS PER CONDITIONS OF STIPULATED
JUDGEMENT: SAYBROOK COMMONS
186-unit affordable housing development – North Main Street
Map 39, 40 Lots 9, 3, 6-1, B-2 District
Applicant: Jandim Realty Co., Inc. Agent: Michael Ziska
Attorney Michael Ziska and Mr. John Schipe of Fairfield Residential addressed the commission. Mr. Schipe gave a review of the new plans recently submitted to the commission.
Discussion was held with regard to the easement/access routes. Mr. Schipe noted both easements are existing, and no changes being made to them. The Burger King easement was secured about one year ago. Commission questioned the square foot/percentage of the lots dedicated to the easements. R. Friedmann noted the access route not shown on the Burger King site. Mr. Schipe stated he would make sure this was added, and he would also check on the s.f percentage of the access routes and how it affects each site.
Mr. Schipe confirmed that the Fire Marshal has reviewed and approved these easements.
The Commission wanted assurance that this plan would not increase any non-conformity for the Burger King site.
Discussion was held at length re: parking. Mr. Schipe clarified that the number of spaces and traffic islands. Question raised about a possible dumpster/trailer on property, and if this would block any access.
R. Friedmann, referring to plan 20.01 (Comparison Plan) stated he feels this plan is significantly different than the stipulated judgment, and merits a new application.
Regular Member M. Fish stated she feels this should not be considered a new application; that this plan is only a great improvement on the existing stipulated judgment.
Alternate G. Lewis agrees with M. Fish.
P. Stuart and E. Steffen both agree with Chairman Friedmann’s position.
E. Steffen raised concern with the proposed handicap parking, questioning their location to each building. Mr. Schipe clarified that every space could be easily converted to a handicap space as soon as a unit required this; all locations of handicap spaces are flexible.
Chairman Friedmann reiterated his position that this should be considered a new application.
Attorney Ziska addressed the commission, stating while this plan has some differences, it is still in accordance with the stipulated judgment. He was hopeful this plan would be positively considered by the Zoning Commission, and was willing to consider adding more affordable housing units.
The Commission questioned Attorney Knapp as to how to proceed. He instructed the Commission they must vote to determine if this plan is still under the existing stipulated judgment, or if it the plans differ enough to require a new application.
MOTION that the APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS OF THE SITE DEVELOPMENT PLANS PER CONDITIONS OF STIPULATED JUDGMENT; SAYBROOK COMMONS; “that this plan is significantly different from the conditions of the stipulated judgment, and that it would require a new application for the Old Saybrook Zoning Commission based on the reasons that were discussed at the 03/05/07 and the 02/20/07 zoning commission meetings; especially with regard to consistent treatment with any other application that we have had before the zoning commission MADE by R. Friedmann; SECONDED: by W. Harris; no discussion on the motion; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, E. Steffen, P. Stuart; OPPOSED: M. Fish, W. Harris; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 3-2-0.
VI. MODIFICATION OF SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE APPLICATION
COASTAL SITE PLAN REVIEW APPLICATION
Stop & Shop, Elm St., Map 36/Lot 60, 80, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 103, B-2 District
10,167 s.f. addition, 64 new parking spaces and façade renovation
Applicant: The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company, LLC; c/o Matthew Rubin
Agent: Matthew White
The Commission discussed the reports received since the close of public hearing.
In his 03/05/07 memo, Larry Bonin, Public Works Director stated it was feasible to install sidewalks along Boston Post Road/Elm Street. The February 2006 Sidewalk Plan was reviewed.
The 02/22/07 memo from Bruce Hillson was discussed at length. Chief Mosca submitted a report to the commission, dated 02/27/07 stating he concurred with Bruce Hillson’s review of the proposed traffic signal, and his final comments.
The Commission agreed the traffic signal at the intersection of Elm Street/Lynde is not warranted or required.
M. Fish feels this applicant has submitted a workable plan, while looking to modernize his site.
The new plan will bring an improved landscape plan (new landscape islands along with trees and shrubs), signage corrected on both the building and the cart corrals, corrected parking spaces. .
Storage trailers remaining on site are to be removed by 05/01/07.
A landscape bond figure will be determined by the town engineer.
The landlord will talk to tenants about extra signage, including A-frames, (all to be removed by 05/01/07).
As Built plan to be submitted when work is done.
MOTION approve MODIFICATION OF SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE APPLICATION COASTAL SITE PLAN REVIEW APPLICATION Stop & Shop, Elm St., Map 36/Lot 60, 80, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 103, B-2 District; 10,167 s.f. addition, 64 new parking spaces and façade renovation; Applicant: The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company, LLC; c/o Matthew Rubin; including installation of sidewalk and the, an as-built survey, landscape improvements, (trees and shrubs), landscaping bond, parking corrected, easement/access reflected on plan, and trailers and extra signage from tenants removed by 05/01/07, along with signage removed on cart corrals; that it be approved as submitted and amended because it is consistent with all applicable coastal policies, and includes all reasonable measures to mitigate adverse impact. MADE
by E. Steffen; SECONDED: by W. Harris; no discussion on the motion; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, E. Steffen, W. Harris, M. Fish, P. Stuart; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
VI COMMITTEE, REPRESENTATIVE & STAFF REPORTS
-Attorney Knapp brought the commission up to date on the status of the Sam’s Wall, advising that a pre-trial conference will be held at the Middletown Superior Court House on April 11, 2007 at 9:15 a.m. in room 607. He requested that a commission member be present. Note: must be posted as a special meeting, with 24 hour notice given to Town Clerk if more than 2 commission members are going to be present.
-In light of a possible re-application, Attorney Knapp advised Commission that he has filed a motion not to go forward with the Return of Record for Max’s place, (for a 60 day period).
-ZEO Costa updated commission on property at 7 Anchorage Lane; a residential home purchased by DCF.
-A proposed golf retail store at old Huffman Koos location. Commission gave okay to handle administratively.
-Hasychack property, and its settlement agreement discussed.
-Ferry Point Marina moving storage shed. Like for like; ZEO to handle administratively.
- Discussion on Saybrook Point Inn wanting to put up Italian “Gazebis”.
Commission concerned with current lot coverage (at maximum). If these structures are permanently attached to the ground, they would not be allowed. If they file application, it would have to be modification of special exception.
-Request for referral from Town of Essex for Essex Meadows additions of cottages. Per R. Friedmann, Commission sees no problem with proposed plan.
VII. ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Friedmann adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m. until the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on Monday, March 19, 2007 at the Pasbeshauke Pavilion at Saybrook Point Park, 155 College Street Extension at 7:30 p.m.
Respectively submitted:
Maura Farbotka, Recording Clerk
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