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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Monday, June 2, 2014 – 7:00 P.M.
Town Hall, 302 Main Street
1st floor conference room
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Robert Friedmann called the meeting to order at 7:17 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Attendant Members Absent Members Robert Friedmann, Chairman John Talbott, Regular Member
Madeleine Fish, Vice Chairman
Geraldine Lewis, Secretary
Marc Delmonico, Regular Member
J. Colin Heffernan, Alternate Member
Thomas Farnham Jr, Alternate Member
Deborah Warren, Alternate Member
Thomas Farnham Jr. was seated for John Talbott
Attendant Staff
Christina M. Costa, Zoning Enforcement Officer
Members of the Public Present: Mathew Rubin, Jan Perruccio, Julie Pendleton
III. REGULAR BUSINESS
The Commission reviewed the meeting minutes of May 19, 2014.
MOTION to approve the regular meeting minutes from May 19, 2014 as presented. MADE: G. Lewis. SECONDED: M. Fish. VOTING IN FAVOR: G. Lewis, R. Friedmann, M. Fish, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham OPPOSED: None. ABSTAINING: None. APPROVED: 5-0-0
The Commission discussed payment of the bills presented.
Town of Old Saybrook, Zoning Commission
MOTION to approve the bills and pay Nathan L. Jacobson & Associates, Inc. invoices totaling $2,672.02; #79480-$256.70, #79479-$320.88, #79477-$64.18, #79476-240.50, #79475-$240.50, #79474-$60.13, #79478-$288.79, #79508-$705.93, #79494-$462.32, #79493-$32.09. MADE: G. Lewis. SECONDED: M. Fish. VOTING IN FAVOR: G. Lewis, R. Friedmann, M. Fish, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham. OPPOSED: None. ABSTAINING: None APPROVED: 5-0-0
IV. NEW BUSINESS
- Municipal Coastal Site Plan Review for CZC 14-082 to permit construction of 2,316 s.f. in additions which includes a 1 story addition, 2-bay garage and porch & portico to residential structure located at 33 Otter Cove Drive, Map 64/Lot 26, Residence AA-3 District, Coastal Area Management Zone.
Applicant: Peter J. Springsteel Architects, LLC Owner: Greg & Beth Smith
The site plan was presented by Agent Peter Springsteel. The commission discussed that this is a very large addition. R. Friedmann indicated that the plan complies with the maximum building height and does not exceed limits for zoning.
MOTION to approve Municipal Coastal Site Plan Review for CZC 14-082 to permit construction of 2,316 s.f. in additions which includes a 1 story addition, 2-bay garage and porch & portico to residential structure located at 33 Otter Cove Drive, Map 64/Lot 26, Residence AA-3 District, Coastal Area Management Zone. The CAM application is approved as it is consistent with all applicable coastal policies and makes all reasonable measure to avoid adverse impacts.
MADE: R. Friedmann. SECONDED: G. Lewis. VOTING IN FAVOR: G Lewis, R. Friedmann, M. Fish, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham. OPPOSED: None ABSTAINING: None. APPROVED: 5-0-0
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
- Application for Modification to Special Exception for additional service of Pea Pod grocery pick up service, lockers and 5 parking spaces. 665 Boston Post Road, Map 36/Lot 103, Shopping Center Business B-2 District, Coastal Area Management Zone, Pedestrian Node
Applicants: Stop & Shop Supermarkets Agent: Keith Mozer
Larry Grant, Real Estate Manager for Stop & Shop Supermarkets presented the plan in place of Agent Keith Mozer, Construction Manager. Mr. Grant introduced the Pea Pod Pick Up center as a new service and explained the nature of the service. There will be 5 parking spaces in front of the store reserved for the service. The plan was approved by the Fire Marshall as long as the fire lane is not used, and the Architectural Review Board approved with no recommendations. Chairman Friedman explained that this is a modification as a business expansion of the store service. The commission asked that the plan be amended to change the color of the exterior storage lockers to match the brick exterior of the building.
Town of Old Saybrook, Zoning Commission
MOTION to close the public hearing for the Application for Modification to Special Exception for additional service of Pea Pod grocery pick up service, lockers and 5 parking spaces. 665 Boston Post Road, Map 36/Lot 103, Shopping Center Business B-2 District, Coastal Area Management Zone, Pedestrian Node. MADE: R. Friedmann. SECONDED: G. Lewis. VOTING IN FAVOR: G Lewis, R. Friedmann, M. Fish, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham. OPPOSED: None. ABSTAINING: None. APPROVED: 5-0-0.
MOTION to approve the Application for Modification to Special Exception for additional service of Pea Pod grocery pick up service, lockers and 5 parking spaces. 665 Boston Post Road, Map 36/Lot 103, Shopping Center Business B-2 District, Coastal Area Management Zone, Pedestrian Node, as submitted with stipulation that the color of the material of the storage bins be changed to match the exterior of the building. MADE: R. Friedmann. SECONDED: G. Lewis. VOTING IN FAVOR: G Lewis, R. Friedmann, M. Fish, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham. OPPOSED: None. ABSTAINING: None. APPROVED: 5-0-0
- Application for Modification to Special Exception/Coastal Site Plan, to replace tennis courts, track, field and construct new turf field.
1111Boston Post Road, Map 28/ Lot 14, Residence A District, Coastal Area Management Zone, Pedestrian Node. Applicant: Town of Old Saybrook Agent: Luke McCoy, BSG Group
Agent Luke McCoy of BSG Group presented the site plan for the High School Athletic Facility, Phase 1 of 2. The plan includes resurfacing of the track, tennis courts and removal of existing turf and installation of artificial turf on the football field. The plan includes proper drainage for now and the future. No lights will be installed, and a walkway will be added for access all around the track. There will be a construction entrance and existing plantings will be protected and will remain. Access to the fields will be ADA compliant. The commission asked about the material of the artificial turf. Mr. McCoy explained that the synthetic turf can last from 12-15 years, it can be patched or removed in sections, drains well and is recyclable.
The future phase will include a separate application for size and type of bleachers, however, the location of the bleachers is to be approved in phase 1.
The Office of Long Island Sound Programs (OLISP) reviewed the proposal for consistency with the goals and policies of the Connecticut Coastal Management Act (CCMA) and finds the project generally consistent. The Office of the Fire Marshall has no concerns with relation to land use regarding fire protection or life safety with the location.
MOTION to close the public hearing for the Application for Modification to Special Exception/Coastal Site Plan, to replace tennis courts, track, field and construct new turf field, 1111Boston Post Road, Map 28/ Lot 14, Residence A District, Coastal Area Management Zone, Pedestrian Node. MADE: G. Lewis. SECONDED: M. Fish. VOTING IN FAVOR: G. Lewis, R. Friedmann, M. Fish, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham. OPPOSED: None. ABSTAINING: None. APPROVED: 5-0-0
Town of Old Saybrook, Zoning Commission
MOTION to approve the Application for Modification to Special Exception/Coastal Site Plan, to replace tennis courts, track, field and construct new turf field, 1111Boston Post Road, Map 28/ Lot 14, Residence A District, Coastal Area Management Zone, Pedestrian Node, as presented. The CAM application is approved as it is consistent with all applicable coastal policies and makes all reasonable measure to avoid adverse impacts. MADE: R. Friedmann. SECONDED: M. Fish. VOTING IN FAVOR: G. Lewis, R. Friedmann, M. Fish, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham. OPPOSED: None. ABSTAINING: None. APPROVED: 5-0-0
VI. RENEWAL OF GRAVEL PIT PERMITS:
1) Piontkowski 2) Hull 3) Dibble
The Commission visited the 3 operating gravel pits in town for inspection on June 2, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Madeleine Fish did not attend the inspections and abstained from the vote to approve the renewal of the permits. Alternate Deborah Warren was seated for the vote.
Pointkowski: The pit has a steep bank and pile of stone to the left of the driveway entry that needs to be stabilized. Materials in: 500 cubic yards. Materials out: 0. The fee is paid.
MOTION to approve renewal of annual Gravel Pit Permit for Piontkowski, Map 52,/Lot 32 : MADE: R. Friedmann. SECONDED: G. Lewis. VOTING IN FAVOR: G. Lewis, R. Friedmann, D. Warren, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham OPPOSED: None. ABSTAINING: M. Fish APPROVED: 5-0-1
Hull/B&L Construction: Materials in: 11,540 cubic yards delivered and stockpiled.
15,480 cubic yards removed. The fee is paid.
MOTION to approve renewal of annual Gravel Pit Permit for Hull/B&L Construction, Map63/Lot 3: MADE: R. Friedmann. SECONDED: G. Lewis. VOTING IN FAVOR: G. Lewis, R. Friedmann, D. Warren, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham. OPPOSED: None. ABSTAINING: M. Fish APPROVED: 5-0-1
R. Dibble: Materials in: 2,000 cubic yards in. 0 removed. The fee is paid.
MOTION to approve renewal of annual Gravel Pit Permit for R. Dibble, Map 35/Lot 8: MADE: R. Friedmann. SECONDED: G. Lewis. VOTING IN FAVOR: G. Lewis, R. Friedmann, D. Warren, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham. OPPOSED: None ABSTAINING: M. Fish. APPROVED: 5-0-1
Town of Old Saybrook, Zoning Commission
VII. OLD BUSINESS
- Proposed “Mariner’s Way” section of the Plan of Conservation & Development “Mariner’s Way: A Vision to Improve the Route 1 East Corridor between Saybrook Junction town center and Ferry Point marina district”
The Commission generally recommends the approval of the section of the plan of Conservation and Development to this area, however, the Commission has some reservations relating to recommendations proposed under the Zoning section of the document. Comments and concerns will need to be addressed in the future prior to implementation of new regulations.
A memorandum will be sent to the Secretary of the Planning Commission, Cathryn Flanagan, on June 3, 2014, expressing those concerns.
VIII. COMMITTEE, REPRESENTATIVE & STAFF REPORTS
Chairman Friedman reminded the Commission of the Public Open House Meetings for the Route 1 Corridor Plan on June 3, 2014.
Chairman Friedman also reminded the Commission about the Gateway River Cruise on Thursday, June 5, and another on June 17, 2014.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m. until NEXT REGULAR MEETING
Monday, June 16, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Town Hall, 1st Floor Conference Room, 302 Main Street, Old Saybrook. MADE: R. Friedmann. SECONDED: M. Fish. VOTING IN FAVOR: G. Lewis, R. Friedmann, M. Fish, M. Delmonico, T. Farnham OPPOSED: None. ABSTAINING: None. APPROVED: 5-0-0
Respectfully Submitted
Joanne Kegel,
Recording Clerk
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