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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013_04_10 Planning Board Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING BOARD OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK APRIL 10, 2013 IN CONFERENCE ROOM C,TOWN CENTER 740 WEST BOSTON POST ROAD MAMARONECK, NEW YORK Roll Call. Present: Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman,John Ortiz, Ellen Dunkin,Virginia Picciotto, George Roniger, Stephen Marsh, Ronald Carpaneto, Building Inspector, Lisa Hochman, Counsel,Anthony Oliveri P.E., Consulting Engineer, Elizabeth Paul, Environmental Consultant,Abby Katz,Town Board Liaison. Absent/Excused: Edmund Papazian, Kevin G. Ryan, Counsel. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Rosenbaum called the meeting to order at 8:00 P. M. MINUTES The minutes of March 13, 2013 were discussed and technical corrections made. Motion:To approve the minutes of March 13, 2013 with technical corrections Action:Approved Moved by John Ortiz, Seconded by Virginia Picciotto. Vote: Motion passed (summary:Yes=5, No= 0,Abstain = 1). Yes: George Roniger,John Ortiz, Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman, Stephen Marsh,Virginia Picciotto. Abstain: Ellen Dunkin. APPLICATION NO. 1 Bonnie Briar Country Club Public Hearing Mr. Ortiz recused himself as he is a member of the club. Mr. Staudt of McCullough, Goldberger, and Staudt, the applicant's attorney, addressed the Board, stating that they have worked with the Coastal Zone Management Commission "CZMC" and he believes that they have a better project now. 1 Ben Salinitro,the applicant's engineer, explained the plan and entered an email from Westchester Joint Water Works (WJWW") dated April 5, 2013, into the record marked Exhibit 1. Mr. Rosenbaum read the letter into the record and stated it should be attached to the minutes when they are filed. Mr. Salinitro further stated that WJWW had favorable comments regarding the use of water from the site. Ralph Mastromonico explained that the club requires 250,000 gallons of water for irrigation per day and that the maximum flow rate of water pumped per hour to accommodate the club's needs is being determined. He further stated that when the river level is low the club will switch over to city water. The elevation of the river will not change; a surveyor will fix a monument in the river to show the cut off level. Mr. Oliveri stated that he had a conversation with Dr. Mason of the Coastal Zone Management Commission and Dr. Mason suggested that if the flow rate is increased,then the elevation level for pumping should be higher. Mr. Rosenbaum stated that the Board is concerned that the pumping of water would not cause a detrimental impact on the river. Mr. Salinitro stated that the the Town engineers and Dr. Mason will meet to discuss the elevation and flow rate. The pumps need to be sized to the flow rate for proper efficiency. Mr. Oliveri asked that the elevation and flow rate be shown on the plan when determined. Mr. Mastromonico stated that a pump flow rate of 6,000 gallons per hour would not be economically feasible, and the club would have to use city water. Possible detrimental effects caused by drawing water from the river was discussed and Mr. Salinitro stated that maintenance logs showing the system works are required to prevent damage to the environment. A letter from Paul J.Jaehnig, a Wetlands and Soil Consultant, dated April 9, 2013 was entered into the record marked Exhibit 2. Mr. Rosenbaum asked for a letter from CZMC, regarding whether withdrawl's at a rate higher than 6,000 would have a detrimental effect on the river. Motion:To open the public hearing nunc pro tunc. Action:Approved Moved by Virginia Picciotto, Seconded by George Roniger. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=6). Yes: Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger, Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman, Stephen Marsh,Virginia Picciotto. 2 Excused:John Ortiz There were no public questions or comments. The matter was adjourned to May 1, 2013. APPLICATION NO. 3 CASE NO.308 529 WEAVER STREET ADJOURNED Mr. Oliveri stated the applicant is working on plans for his review and he could prepare a memo after a favorable review. APPLICATION NO. 2 CASE NO.307 50 COUNTRY ROAD ADJOURNED Mr. Lachenauer stated that the Army Corp of Engineers has finally responded that they do not have to be involved and also the applicant is working with Winged Foot Golf Course for the removal of the silt. APPLICATION NO.4 CASE NO. 309 Winged Foot Golf Club Public Hearing Adjourned APPLICATION NO. 5 CASE NO.296 1 Durham Public Hearing Mr. Rosenbaum stated the Board has received a proposed Negative Declaration for review. Ms. Paul presented the Negative Declaration and explained the reasons for such. The Coastal Zone Management Commission found the application consistent with Policy 14 of the LWRP. The Board discussed the Negative Declaration and the EAF. PUBLIC COMMENTS David Poneman asked how many trees are to be cut down and Mr. Hines the applicant's landscape architect responded that there are 163 existing trees, 95 will be removed and 329 trees of 6-8 inches in caliper will be planted. Kenneth Pagett, of 20 Country Club Drive questioned how damage during blasting is controlled and Mr. Saines explained the procedure. Motion:To approve the Negative Declaration and EAF with change to page 6 of the EAF Action:Approve Moved by George Roniger, Seconded by Stephen Marsh. Vote: Motion passed (summary:Yes=5, No= 1,Abstain =0). Yes: Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger, Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman, Stephen Marsh,Virginia Picciotto. 3 No:John Ortiz. Mr. Ortiz stated the project adversely affects the neighborhood because of the overflow piping into York Road drainage line which Mr. Lachenauer acknowledged can't handle 1-year storm.Therefore, he feels the Negative Declaration is inconsistent. Mr. Rosenbaum stated although he takes Mr. Ortiz seriously it is the expert testimony the Board must go by. There should be some way to take steps if the system doesn't work. Motion:To open the public hearing Action:Approved Moved by John Ortiz, Seconded by Virginia Picciotto. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary:Yes=6). Yes: Ellen Dunkin, George Roniger,John Ortiz, Marc Rosenbaum, Chairman, Stephen Marsh,Virginia Picciotto. The maintenance of the detention basins and who would be responsible for the cost incurred were discussed. Ms. Hochman stated that there is a draft easement being prepared by herself and Town Attorney. The Board discussed disturbance during construction, planting plan and whether to impose a buffer zone after the plants are planted was discussed. Tai Schoffman,4 Durham Road, stated a buffer zone is important, as this is a large development. Mr. Pagett stated that people did not think it was a public hearing. Mr. Saines responded he did the required mailing and sign. Ms. Levere of 845 Fenimore stated that she would like some mature trees left and lower growth replanted. Mr. Saines explained the construction timetable and stated that the road and drainage will be cleared first. The lots will be cleared after a building permit is issued, once the house is completed then the plantings would be done but a CO will not be issued until all requirements are completed. Mr. Lachenauer stated that the DEC considers the cutting of trees as land disturbance; therefore no trees will be cut until a building permit for the lot is issued. Blasting will be in short increments possibly over a long period of time as the lots are developed. The cultecs were discussed. Mr. Lachenauer stated that the cultecs would be the responsibility of the property owners. 4 Mr. Oliveri stated that another guarantee that maintenance will be done is the requirement of DEC that an engineer inspects and issues a report to the Town once a year. Mr. Carpaneto stated that inspection requirements should be on the easement, if it is shown on both the Plat and the Easement it lets the future owners known the requirements. Mr. Carpaneto stated that the Town will hold a maintenance bond for a year and then the road may be dedicated. Mr. Schoffman asked if there could be a barrier between his property and the proposed road. Mr. Saines stated that landscaping will be placed as a buffer. Ms. Hochman suggested that it might be helpful to have a draft resolution for the Board to review at the next meeting. The matter was adjourned to May 1, 2013. ADJOURNMENT Motion: To adjourn the meeting Action:Approved Moved by Ellen Dunkin, Seconded by Virginia Picciotto. Abby Katz thanked Mr. Rosenbaum for his years of service. She further stated that Mr. Ortiz was appointed Chairman and Mr. Block has been appointed as a new member at the Town Board's last meeting. Minutes prepared by Francine M. Brill Planning Board Secretary 5