HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989_03_28 Coastal Zone Management Commission Minutes (2) Town of Mamaroneck — Village of Larchmont
COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
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MARCH 28, 1989 MAMAROP C
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A regular meeting of the Coastal Zone Management Commission was held on
Tuesday, March 28, 1989 in Conference Room A of the Town Center, 740 West
Boston Post Road, New York. The Meeting commenced at 8:05 P.M.
Members Present: Phyllis Wittner, Chairman
Bruce Allen
Elinor Fredston
Mary Anne Johnson
Lawrence Lowy
C. Alan Mason
Howard McMichael
Shirley Tolley
Richard Young
Others Present: Cheryl Lewy, liaison, Trustee, Village of Larchmont
Elaine Price, liaison, Councilwoman, Town of Mamaroneck
Board
Steven Silverberg, Attorney to the Town
Eric Zaidins, Attorney, Associate
Claudia Ng, Environmental Coordinator
Rene' Rathschmidt, Recording Secretary
Minutes
The minutes for the meetings of November 22, January 24, and February 28 were
returned for corrections. The minutes for the January 1Oth meeting were
approved.
Chairman Reports
2nd Annual Report - The 2nd Annual Report of the CZMC was presented to
the Town of Mamaroneck Board on March 15, and to the Village of Larchmont
Board on March 16, 1989.
Waterways Protection - The confirmed date for presentation of The
Waterways Protection (Bay Constable) Program to the Village of Larchmont has
been scheduled for May 1, 1989.
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Local Environment Quality Review (LEQR) - The LEQR Law and a cover letter
dated March 23, 1989 which dealt with confusion over Critical Environmental
Areas (CEAS) in both the Town and Village were sent to Steven Altieri for the
IC: Town Attorney and to Village of Larchmont Attorney, James Staudt, asking for
their input. The Chairman expressed thanks to Shirley Tolley for an
incredibly well done job.
30 Park Avenue - The Chairman also expressed the Commission's gratitude
to Mary Anne Johnson for a job well done.
Larchmont Yacht Club - C. Alan Mason reported to the Commission the
results of the Zoning Board Meeting with regard to the Larchmont Yacht Club
Application. He said that he had expressed the Commission's concern
regarding the lack of a consistency referral. He reported their response
which was that this was an over-sight which they would try to see did not
happen again.
1989 State of the Sound Conference - Ms. Wittner stated that she had
attended the 1989 State of the Sound Conference which was held in Hamden,
Connecticut. She reported the Conference dealt mainly with the Connecticut
perspective of the Long Island Sound, and was interesting and beneficial to
hear
State of Coastal and Ocean Resources - The Chairman requested and gained
the Commission's approval to attend the 3 day "State of Coastal and Ocean
Resources" Conference in New York City, May 10-12, 1989 - registration fee:
$195.00
Coastal Erosion Hazard Act - Bruce Allan asked the Chairman where the
COVillage of Larchmont stands in regard to the Coastal Erosion Hazard
legislation. Ms. Wittner responded that the Commission was asked verbally to
reply to what the pros and cons are of the Village's implementing such a law.
She stated that progress in the matter has been slow. Bruce Allen also asked
to whose attention violations should be brought. Ms. Wittner replied: the
Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) . She also stated she will
continue to follow through on the subject of Coastal Erosion Hazard
legislation.
Environmental Management Council (EMC) Meeting - Ms. Wittner attended the
EMC Meeting on March 27, 1989, regarding county wide critical environmental
area (CEA) designations. She reported that it was interesting to see the map
of the projected 500 feet from the Long Island Sound CEA plus other areas.
As an example she mentioned in New Rochelle, the border went up to Shore
Road. She also stated that it has yet to be decided whether or not the
criteria will be the 500 feet or whether they will use landmarks. She also
said they are considering designating all Reservoirs and all water supply
lands as CEAs. Also noted was that most of the suggestions of Ms. Wittner's
letter of March 20 would be protected under the proposed 500 feet from Long
Island Sound CEA.
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General - Slated for next meeting was a report from Richard Young
regarding Erosion and Sediment Control Legislation and a report from Lucien
Leone on Litter. Also the Chairman reported to the Commission that people
continue to express an interest and seek appointment to the CZMC.
Correspondence
Banning Polystyrene and Polyvinyl - Ms. Wittner drafted a letter for the
Commission's approval to County Legislator, Diane Keane re: banning
polystyrene and polyvinyl products in Westchester County. Howard McMichael
inquired as to whether or not supermarket bags were included. Ms. Wittner's
response was yes.
Memo to Town Staff and The Conservation Advisory Commission (CAC) - The
Chairman sent a memo to the Town staff and the CAC reminding them of their
obligations as detailed in the LWRP to deal with the degradation of the
Premium Conservation area entrance way.
Discussions and Recommendations
Larchmont Waterfront Zoning - Concern was expressed about obtaining a
consultant as quickly as possible to conduct a planning study that would
support the proposed waterfront zoning amendment. A list of possible
vendors was distributed and several additions to the list were mentioned.
May 1st was slated as the deadline for responses to the request for
proposals. C. Alan Mason suggested verbal presentations should be conducted
A. and all present concurred.
Village of Larchmont Proposed Zoning Ordinances - Master Plan - Ms.
Wittner noted that the zoning amendment deals strictly with the business
district. The amendment proposes to: 1) add or change definitions of
automotive sales and gasoline sales 2) to create a new retail zoning district
to replace the current one on Boston Post Road and Palmer Avenue 3) set forth
principle uses permitted in the new retail center zone 4) advance designs for
buildings etc. . . Elinor Fredston noted the fifth dealt with parking
regulations which has been tabled now. Ms. Wittner said that she felt the
proposed legislation is consistent with the recommendations of the Master
Plan Phases I & II. She also stated it is consistent with LWRP policy 5 and
also serves policy 6. Ms. Wittner also raised the question as to whether or
not the CZMC should recommend the use of oil collars or a similar device in
the parking areas defined on page 5 (all areas not landscaped shall be paved
with asphalt or similar material and grated and drained to prevent the
accumulation of standing water) . Several CZMC members noted that the areas
in question were actually quite small. Also voiced by C. Alan Mason was the
mention of dry wells and Shirley Tolley expressed a need for a reasonable oil
separator policy. Ms. Wittner will compose a letter, to be ready before the
Village Board holds its next Public Hearing, stating the consistencies found
and incorporating other comments made by the Commission.
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Town of Mamaroneck Urban Renewal Plan - Ms. Wittner noted receiving a
referral from the Town Council on March 28 for a draft Environmental Impact
Statement (EIS) Boston Post Road/Weaver Street Urban Renewal Plan with a
proposed zoning amendment. Elaine Price stated that the plan was an
outgrowth of the revitalization concept which permeates Part II of the Master
Plan Update. Inorder to revitalize that part of the Boston Post Road, the
motel has been considered a blighting influence. The Urban Renewal Plan in
effect, gives the Town a legal device in which to acquire the Motel. Shirley
Tolley expressed concern over whether or not the relocation of the Motel's
residents had been addressed. Ms. Price responded that this was and is an
ongoing consideration. Steven Silverberg defined in detail the Urban Renewal
Concept. Ms. Wittner expressed difficulty on the part of the CZMC in the
timing of its consistency opinion. The Urban Renewal referral, which
contains the same zoning amendment as is found in the Master Plan, is due on
April 13 while the Master Plan is due on May 10.
Town of Mamaroneck Generic EIS -Master Plan with proposed zoning
amendment - This is a Planning Board referral. Shirley Tolley reported the
results of the Planning Board hearing on the Town Master Plan. She addressed
the zoning amendment in regard to the two proposed Mixed Use Business Zones,
and also the environmental impact of the two areas discussed, on CEA'S. She
expressed concern over the possibility of intensive development in the
areas. Phyllis Wittner stated the focus should be placed upon areas that
will be taxed by increased uses and higher density development. Numerous
suggestions and comments were made by all those in attendance. The Chairman
also suggested proposing changes with regard to the zoning amendment. She
suggested the buffer zone concept could be called a set back. Elaine Price
noted that it's stricter than the original plan. Lawrence Lowy suggested
that the retail business uses should be more carefully restricted and
protection of waterways and CEA'S should be addressed. The Chairman agreed
to draft changes and address comments made by the Commission in letter form
to be circulated to the Commission for comment since the foundation for both
referrals are due before the next meeting.
the next meeting.
Mamaroneck Harbor Study - The Chairman agreed to write the comments on
the study. Elinor Fredston suggested utilizing the County's Non-Point
Pollution report. Elaine Price also suggested making strong recommendations
as to monies for monitoring and enforcement.
Next Meeting
The next meeting of the CZMC has been scheduled for April 25, 1989.
Meeting Adjourned: 10:45 P.M.
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