BOARD OF SELECTMEN
NOVEMBER 14, 2011
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Attendance: First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Donald Shea, Selectman Steven Thornquist
Visitors: Attorney Kevin McSherry, Kathleen Schurman
First Selectwoman Gorski called the meeting of the Board of Selectmen to order at 7:40 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall. The first order of business was the signing of accounts payable checks. First Selectwoman Gorski asked all in attendance to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion of approval for the minutes of the meeting of October 25, 2011. The motion of approval was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by First Selectwoman Gorski. There were no changes to the minutes. The minutes were approved on a unanimous vote.
TAX REFUNDS
A motion was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by First Selectwoman Gorski to refund to Cab East the sum of $181.27 and to Chase Auto the sum of $272.10 for a total of $453.37, all for overpayment of taxes. The vote taken was unanimous.
USED EQUIPMENT BID
First Selectwoman Gorski presented the legal to the Board of Selectmen for the sale of
Used Equipment as advertised in the New Haven Register. The bids were then opened. Two bids were received. The bids were as follows:
DiGennaro Service, LLC
1991 Ford L8000 with all season body and 11’ plow $2107.00
1994 Ford L8000 with 11’ plow $2208.00
Devino Trucks & Parts
1991 Ford L8000 with all season body and 11’ plow $1,188.00
1994 Ford L8000 with 11’ plow $1,888.00
Following discussion Selectman Shea moved to award the bid to DiGennaro Service, LLC. Selectman Thornquist seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
BONDING UPDATE
First Selectwoman Gorski gave an update on the progress for the bonding. There should be a closing in mid December. The notes will be rolled into the one issue for a total of $2,085,000.
STORM UPDATE
During the week that followed the storm Alan Green, First Selectwoman Gorski and Rod White were in conference calls with Governor Malloy and the State Emergency Center daily. The town had a liaison at the Bethany EOC Center from Yankee Gas who helped coordinate the cleanup efforts and get power restored. The power crews were fed by volunteers at the Fire House.
AUDIT
The auditors are still working on the audit. It appears that the year 2010-11 will end with a slight surplus.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
Selectman Shea moved a motion to add Tax Incentive and Appointments to Boards and Commissions to the agenda of this meeting. Selectman Thornquist seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
APPOINTMENT TO THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
A motion was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectman Thornquist to appoint David Catalina to the Park and Recreation Commission. The vote was called. The vote taken was unanimous.
TAX INCENTIVE PROGRAM
The Board of Selectmen acknowledges receipt of an application from EMG Properties for the Tax Incentive program. The Board of Selectmen now referring the application to the Board of Finance for their review and approval.
CORRESPONDENCE
Correspondence was received from Walter Briggs expressing his and the Republican Town Committee’s displeasure for the double booking of the Town Hall on the day before the Republican breakfast.
OTHER MATTERS PROPER TO COME BEFORE THE MEETING
Selectman Shea questioned why the flag in front of Town Hall was not up for Veterans Day. First Selectwoman Gorski explained that the tree near the flag needed trimming, and had caused the flag to become tattered. It was taken down and at that time it was discovered that the pulley also needed repair. Since the Highway Department has been busy with storm damage they have not had a chance to fix it. A new flag has been purchased and will be up again when the pulley has been repaired.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 8:15 p.m. after a motion was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectman Thornquist. The vote taken was unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Secretary, Board of Selectmen
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
BOARD OF FINANCE
NOVEMBER 8, 2011
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Attendance: Chairman Janet Brunwin, Robert Brinton Jr., Sally Huyser, John Grabowski, Aileen Magda
Visitors: Kathleen Schurman
Chairman Brunwin called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the minutes of the special meeting of October 4, 2011 were tabled.
BETHANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS CONTRACT
It has been reported that the teacher negotiations for the Bethany Elementary School are going well and that a vote may be taken by the teachers on November 9, 2011 to accept or reject the contract.
AMITY REGIONAL FINANCE COMMITTEE
Aileen Magda attended the Amity Finance Committee meetings. Aileen reports that the Amity Teacher Negotiations are also moving along nicely. She was not sure when they would take a vote on the contract.
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
Chairman Brunwin confirmed the resignation of Dr. John Brady as Amity Superintendent effective at the end of June.
Chairman Brunwin is searching for an accounting firm to modify account numbers and set up the General Ledger and Trial Balance for the Town’s accounting package. She is hoping for completion of this project by February.
The preliminary paper work for the bond issue is just about complete and ready to submit to Webster Bank.
OTHER MATTERS PROPER TO COME BEFORE THE MEETING
Robert Brinton Jr. expressed his concern that the legal for bidding of the back hoe had not been published in the New Haven Register. June Riley explained that it was an over site by the New Haven Register as two legal’s had been sent to the newspaper on the same day. One was published and the back hoe bid was not. Riley acknowledged the error on her part in not checking with the newspaper to see that indeed it had been published. Three bids had been received from dealerships in Connecticut as five had been called and asked to submit a bid. Three of the dealerships had brought machines to demonstrate and allow employees to try out. Each employee of the Highway Department was given an opportunity to try each out and give an evaluation of the product.
Robert Brinton Jr. noted that Contracted Services is over budget at this time. This deficit is due to the tree trimming that has been necessary because of the recent storms.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 7:30 p.m. after a motion was moved by Sally Huyser and seconded by John Grabowski. The vote taken was unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Clerk, Board of Finance
NOVEMBER 8, 2011
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Attendance: Chairman Janet Brunwin, Robert Brinton Jr., Sally Huyser, John Grabowski, Aileen Magda
Visitors: Kathleen Schurman
Chairman Brunwin called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of the minutes of the special meeting of October 4, 2011 were tabled.
BETHANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS CONTRACT
It has been reported that the teacher negotiations for the Bethany Elementary School are going well and that a vote may be taken by the teachers on November 9, 2011 to accept or reject the contract.
AMITY REGIONAL FINANCE COMMITTEE
Aileen Magda attended the Amity Finance Committee meetings. Aileen reports that the Amity Teacher Negotiations are also moving along nicely. She was not sure when they would take a vote on the contract.
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
Chairman Brunwin confirmed the resignation of Dr. John Brady as Amity Superintendent effective at the end of June.
Chairman Brunwin is searching for an accounting firm to modify account numbers and set up the General Ledger and Trial Balance for the Town’s accounting package. She is hoping for completion of this project by February.
The preliminary paper work for the bond issue is just about complete and ready to submit to Webster Bank.
OTHER MATTERS PROPER TO COME BEFORE THE MEETING
Robert Brinton Jr. expressed his concern that the legal for bidding of the back hoe had not been published in the New Haven Register. June Riley explained that it was an over site by the New Haven Register as two legal’s had been sent to the newspaper on the same day. One was published and the back hoe bid was not. Riley acknowledged the error on her part in not checking with the newspaper to see that indeed it had been published. Three bids had been received from dealerships in Connecticut as five had been called and asked to submit a bid. Three of the dealerships had brought machines to demonstrate and allow employees to try out. Each employee of the Highway Department was given an opportunity to try each out and give an evaluation of the product.
Robert Brinton Jr. noted that Contracted Services is over budget at this time. This deficit is due to the tree trimming that has been necessary because of the recent storms.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 7:30 p.m. after a motion was moved by Sally Huyser and seconded by John Grabowski. The vote taken was unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Clerk, Board of Finance
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
OCTOBER 25, 2011
SPECIAL MEETING
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Attendance: First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Donald Shea, Selectman Steven Thornquist
Visitors: Robert Brinton Jr., Rod White, Robert White
First Selectwoman Gorski called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.
The first order of business was check signing of accounts payable and payroll checks. First Selectwoman Gorski then asked all to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Selectman Thornquist moved a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting of October 11, 2011. Selectman Shea seconded the motion. Selectman Thornquist then moved to amend the minutes by correcting the spelling of the word Brewery Street under Amity Post Office, and to eliminate the words Bethany residents under Road Signs so that the sentence reads: Due to the recent horse accident on Fairwood Road a request has been made for Caution Horse Crossing Signs at that location. The amended minutes were then accepted on a unanimous vote
WAIVE FEE FOR USE OF LAKEVIEW LODGE – BETHANY LAND TRUST
The Bethany Land Trust has requested a waiving of the rental fee for Lakeview Lodge for a program sponsored by them on Birds of Prey on October 27, 2011. The motion to waive the fee was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectman Thornquist. The vote taken was unanimous.
TOWN HALL VAULT ROOF
Robert White, a local architect, presented to the Board of Selectmen, designs that he had completed for changing of the roof design for the vault at Town Hal, when it is replaced in the near future. After a careful review a motion was moved by Selectman Thornquist and seconded by Selectman Shea to go with the lower pitched design as the preferred option. Selectman Shea seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
TAX REFUNDS
Selectman Thornquist moved to refund to CAB East the sum of $202.24, to Foeleana or Kim Sansevero the sum of $32.54, to Francis and Nancy Griffin the sum of $17.68, to Honda Lease the sum of $84.63, to Toyota Financial Services the sum of $282.19, and to Walter Beletsky the sum of $67.06 for a total of $686.34. Selectman Shea seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
CORRESPONDENCE
The Selectmen have received correspondence that Siyoung Yu of Pleasant Drive in Bethany, has been honored by the Governor and the New York Times for the work she is doing for the homeless. The Board of Selectmen discussed that perhaps a proclamation from the Town of Bethany could be given to her also.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 8:25 p.m. after a motion was moved by Selectman Thornquist and seconded by Selectman Shea. The vote taken was unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Secretary, Board of Selectmen
OCTOBER 25, 2011
SPECIAL MEETING
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Attendance: First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Donald Shea, Selectman Steven Thornquist
Visitors: Robert Brinton Jr., Rod White, Robert White
First Selectwoman Gorski called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.
The first order of business was check signing of accounts payable and payroll checks. First Selectwoman Gorski then asked all to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Selectman Thornquist moved a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting of October 11, 2011. Selectman Shea seconded the motion. Selectman Thornquist then moved to amend the minutes by correcting the spelling of the word Brewery Street under Amity Post Office, and to eliminate the words Bethany residents under Road Signs so that the sentence reads: Due to the recent horse accident on Fairwood Road a request has been made for Caution Horse Crossing Signs at that location. The amended minutes were then accepted on a unanimous vote
WAIVE FEE FOR USE OF LAKEVIEW LODGE – BETHANY LAND TRUST
The Bethany Land Trust has requested a waiving of the rental fee for Lakeview Lodge for a program sponsored by them on Birds of Prey on October 27, 2011. The motion to waive the fee was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectman Thornquist. The vote taken was unanimous.
TOWN HALL VAULT ROOF
Robert White, a local architect, presented to the Board of Selectmen, designs that he had completed for changing of the roof design for the vault at Town Hal, when it is replaced in the near future. After a careful review a motion was moved by Selectman Thornquist and seconded by Selectman Shea to go with the lower pitched design as the preferred option. Selectman Shea seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
TAX REFUNDS
Selectman Thornquist moved to refund to CAB East the sum of $202.24, to Foeleana or Kim Sansevero the sum of $32.54, to Francis and Nancy Griffin the sum of $17.68, to Honda Lease the sum of $84.63, to Toyota Financial Services the sum of $282.19, and to Walter Beletsky the sum of $67.06 for a total of $686.34. Selectman Shea seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
CORRESPONDENCE
The Selectmen have received correspondence that Siyoung Yu of Pleasant Drive in Bethany, has been honored by the Governor and the New York Times for the work she is doing for the homeless. The Board of Selectmen discussed that perhaps a proclamation from the Town of Bethany could be given to her also.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 8:25 p.m. after a motion was moved by Selectman Thornquist and seconded by Selectman Shea. The vote taken was unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Secretary, Board of Selectmen
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
MINUTES OF THE BETHANY INLAND WETLANDS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING OF MONDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2011 Page 1 of 6
The regular meeting of the Inland Wetlands Commission was called to order at 7:46 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall, 40 Peck Road, Bethany, Connecticut.
The following members of the Commission were present:
Alexandra Breslin, Chair
Kristine Sullivan, Vice-Chair
Roger Hathaway, Member
Lisa Gaw, Member
The following members of the Commission were excused or absent:
Brian Smith, Member
Also present was:
Isabel Kearns, Inland Wetlands Enforcement Officer
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Hathaway to approve the minutes of the September 26, 2011, Regular Meeting as proposed to be amended.
Voting were: Breslin, Sullivan, Hathaway, Gaw.
Unanimous approval.
GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE
1. Letter from South Central CT Regional Planning Commission, dated October 14, 2011, Re: Comments on review of proposed subdivision application for 46 Mesa Drive.
2. Letter from Inland Wetlands Commission to Board of Selectmen, Public Works Director and Park and Recreation Director, dated September 29, 2011, Re: Erection/Location of Structures and Earth Disturbances. Isabel Kearns, IWEO, to redraft letter and submit to Commission for review at next regular meeting, November 28, 2011.
3. Letter from CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection, to William Edwards of 61 Edwards Road, dated October 7, 2011, Re: Edwards Pond Dam, Bethany, recommended maintenance work. Isabel Kearns, IWEO, to write letter to owner to invite him to the next regular meeting, November 28, 2011, to discuss dam maintenance work.
PUBLICATIONS AND WORKSHOPS
1. Connecticut Association of Conservation & Inland Wetlands Commissions, 34th Annual Meeting & Environmental Conference, Saturday, November 12, 2011, Wallingford, CT.
2. Connecticut Wildlife, September/October 2011.
PUBLIC HEARING
· 46 Mesa Drive, Application #1170 submitted by James Woodward for a Five-lot Subdivision -
At 8:03 p.m., Chair Breslin called to order the public hearing on the five-lot subdivision. Chair Breslin read the legal notice for the public hearing.
Chair Breslin noted that the Commission has received the following items relative to the subject application. Exhibit identification was assigned as noted:
Exhibit 1A – Set of plans prepared by Nowakowski, O’Bymachow, Kane & Associates, Shelton, Connecticut, entitled as follows:
1. “Record Subdivision Map prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated May 6, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
2. “Overall Site Plan (100 Scale) prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated April 9, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
3. “Site Development Plan (1 of 2) prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated April 9, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
4. “Site Development Plan (2 of 2) prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated April 9, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
5. “Plan & Profile – Clifford Drive prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive” dated April 9, 2011, with no revisions.
6. “Detention Basin Detail prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated April 9, 2011, with no revisions.
7. “Construction Details prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated April 9, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
8. “Soil Test Data prepared for Clifford Drive Estates”, dated May 8, 2011, with no revisions.
9. “Road Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control Plan – Clifford Drive prepared for Clifford Drive Estates”, dated May 5, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
Exhibit 1B – Engineering Report for Clifford Drive Estates, Mesa Drive, Bethany, Connecticut, dated May 11, 2011, prepared by Nowakowski, O’Bymachow, Kane & Associates, Shelton, Connecticut.
Exhibit 1C – Set of plans prepared by Nowakowski, O’Bymachow, Kane & Associates, Shelton, Connecticut, entitled as follows:
1. “First Cut Map (1 of 3) prepared for James W. Woodward Jr., Mesa Drive, Northrop Road”, dated May 6, 2011, with no revisions.
2. “First Cut Map (2 of 3) prepared for James W. Woodward Jr., Mesa Drive, Northrop Road”, dated May 6, 2011, with no revisions.
3. “First Cut Map (3 of 3) prepared for James W. Woodward Jr., Mesa Drive, Northrop Road”, dated May 6, 2011, with no revisions.
Exhibit 1D – Report from JMM Wetland Consulting Services, LLC, Newtown, Connecticut to Alan Shepard, P.E., of NOK, Shelton, Connecticut, dated September 15, 2011, Re: Wetland Description and Assessment for Proposed Subdivision Road Crossing, Proposed Clifford Drive Estates, Bethany, CT.
Exhibit 1E – Memo from Toni Marek, IWC Clerk, to James W. Woodward, dated October 19, 2011, Re: Additional fees for Application #1170, 46 Mesa Drive, with attached copy of check.
Exhibit 1F – Copy of Inland Wetlands Application for 46 Mesa Drive, Application #1170.
Exhibit 1G – Copy of Notice of a Special Meeting/Site Visit of the Bethany Inland Wetlands Commission, Saturday, October 22, 2011.
Exhibit 1H – Copy of check for application fees from James W. Woodward.
Exhibit 1”I” – Copy of Statewide Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Activity Reporting Form.
Exhibit 1J – Memo from Isabel Kearns, IWEO, dated June 21, 2011, Re: Review comments on subdivision maps for Clifford Drive Estates.
Exhibit 1K – Copy of a section of assessors map showing Lot 2, 64.21 acres, submitted July 26, 2011.
Exhibit 1L – Copy of Legal Notice for public hearing on October 24, 2011, for 46 Mesa Drive.
Exhibit 1M – Copy of letter from Antonia Marek, IWC Clerk, sent to Beacon Falls Town Hall, dated August 24, 2011 with return receipt attached, sent to South Central Regional Council of Governments, dated August 24, 2011, with return receipt attached, sent to Council of Governments of the Central Naugatuck Valley, dated August 24, 2011, with return receipt attached, sent to Diversified Technology Consultants, dated September 16, 2011, and sent to James W. Woodward, dated September 28, 2011.
Exhibit 1N - “Certificate of Mailing” dated October 11, 2011, listing addresses of the surrounding property owners within 100 feet of the property that were notified of this application with attached certified mail receipts dated September 1, 2011 and to the Beacon Falls Town Hall.
Exhibit 1”O” – Map entitled “Alternative Layouts – Clifford Drive Prepared For Clifford Drive Estates, Mesa Drive”, dated October 14, 2011, with no revisions.
Exhibit 1P – Two photographs submitted by Todd Green of 64 Mesa Drive, Bethany showing his property.
Exhibit 1Q – Submitted by Connie LaFemina of 50 Mesa Drive, photographs and information on Eastern Box Turtles.
Present to speak on behalf of this application was Attorney Paul Jessell of Watertown, Connecticut, Mr. Alan Shepard, P.E. of Nowakowski, O’Bymachow and Kane, Shelton, Connecticut, and Mr. James McManus, Certified Soil Scientist of JMM Wetland Consulting Services, LLC. All gentlemen were representing the applicant, Mr. James Woodward.
Mr. Shepard submitted a map with Alternative Layouts (Exhibit 1”O”) and reviewed with the Commission.
Mr. McManus reviewed the report on the Wetland Description and Assessment for Proposed Subdivision Road Crossing (Exhibit 1D) with the Commission.
In discussion, Commission members noted:
The record of the previous approval to be entered into the hearing record (approved August 18, 2008).
That a resume from James McManus, Certified Soil Scientist, is requested.
That the time frame schedule of construction is requested.
A report from Diversified Technology Consultants is needed.
The applicant will need time to address the report from Diversified Technology Consultants.
Chair Breslin asked if there were any comments from the public. The following public member commented:
a) Todd Green of 64 Mesa Drive – Mr. Green addressed the Commission with his concern with excess water from the proposed development and submitted Exhibit 1P (photographs of existing conditions of his property).
b) Connie LaFemina of 50 Mesa Drive – Mrs. LaFemina addressed the Commission with her concern regarding the Eastern Box Turtles and submitted Exhibit 1Q.
At 9:15 p.m., Chair Breslin recessed the public hearing and continued it to the next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2011, in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall. Tabled.
NEW BUSINESS
1. 90 Pole Hill Road, Application #1174 submitted by Daniel Wivagg for an IW Permit to locate 2 benches and 1 cubby –
The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was Daniel Wivagg, Eagle Scout.
Mr. Wivagg presented the proposed project to construct and locate 2 benches and a cubby at the park located at 90 Pole Hill Road.
Mr. Wivagg will submit a request to waive the application fees at the next regular scheduled meeting on November 28, 2011.
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2011. Tabled.
2. 74 Miller Road, Application #1175 submitted by Town of Bethany for an IW Permit for a culvert replacement –
The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was Alan Green, Public Works Director.
Mr. Green reviewed the proposed project noting:
· Mesa Construction will be completing the proposed drainage work.
· Will need to go to a Town Meeting to receive funds for culvert.
· Work will not be started until February/March 2012.
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2011. Tabled.
3. 12 Hopp Brook Road, Application #1176 submitted by Town of Bethany for an IW Permit for a culvert replacement –
The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was Alan Green, Public Works Director.
Mr. Green reviewed the proposed project noting:
· Mesa Construction will be completing the proposed drainage work.
· Will need to go to a Town Meeting to receive funds for culvert.
· Work will not be started until February/March 2012.
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2011. Tabled.
4. Discussion in regard to amendments to the Inland Wetlands Regulations per State of CT -
Commission to review and discuss at the next regular meeting scheduled on Monday, November 28, 2011. Tabled.
OLD BUSINESS
1. 108 Schaffer Road, Application #1171 submitted by Wyatt Crotta & Daughters LLC for a Site Plan to relocate house –
Present to speak on behalf of this application was Wyatt Crotta, applicant and owner of record.
In discussion, Commission members noted:
· The Commission conducted a site visit on October 22, 2011.
· Town to review with Commission when tying into Town catch basin.
Commission member discussed and proceeded to deliberate. It was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Gaw to approve Application #1171 submitted by Wyatt Crotta for an Inland Wetlands Permit for a Site Plan to relocate a house in accordance with the submitted plan entitled, “Subsurface Sewage Disposal Design Plan, Lot 3, 108 Schaffer Street”, dated June 27, 2006, revised to April 17, 2007, prepared by D’Amico Associates, Oxford, Connecticut and is subject to the following condition including the standard conditions found on the Land Records Volume 93, Page 802 and Page 803:
When site runoff, which is not shown on the site plan but was observed in the field, is proposed to be connected to the Town road drainage that the Town and the applicant return to the Inland Wetlands Commission at that time due to the fact that some of the work will be taken place on the applicant’s property.
The Commission’s decision was based on the site inspection, which would appear that the sedimentation and erosion controls are going to be installed and maintained until the site is stabilized.
Voting were: Breslin, Sullivan, Hathaway, Gaw.
Vote: 4 to 0.
Unanimous approval.
2. 108 Miller Road (Lot #1), Application #1172 submitted by Christopher Stoyer for a Residential Site Development –
Present to speak on behalf of this application was Attorney Michael Alexander, representing the applicant, Chris Stoyer, who was present.
In discussion, Commission members noted:
· Erosion controls not installed correctly.
· Current plan not accurate to existing conditions.
· Drainage calculations to be forward to Town engineer.
· Applicant to correct sedimentation and erosion controls.
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2011. Tabled.
3. 46 Mesa Drive, James Woodward, Application #1170 for a Five-lot Subdivision –
Public hearing continued to the next regular meeting scheduled on November 28, 2011. Tabled.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Hathaway to adjourn the regular meeting at 10:12 p.m. Unanimous approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Antonia R. Marek, Clerk
For the Inland Wetlands Commission
Karen Hubbell present in my absence.
The regular meeting of the Inland Wetlands Commission was called to order at 7:46 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall, 40 Peck Road, Bethany, Connecticut.
The following members of the Commission were present:
Alexandra Breslin, Chair
Kristine Sullivan, Vice-Chair
Roger Hathaway, Member
Lisa Gaw, Member
The following members of the Commission were excused or absent:
Brian Smith, Member
Also present was:
Isabel Kearns, Inland Wetlands Enforcement Officer
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Hathaway to approve the minutes of the September 26, 2011, Regular Meeting as proposed to be amended.
Voting were: Breslin, Sullivan, Hathaway, Gaw.
Unanimous approval.
GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE
1. Letter from South Central CT Regional Planning Commission, dated October 14, 2011, Re: Comments on review of proposed subdivision application for 46 Mesa Drive.
2. Letter from Inland Wetlands Commission to Board of Selectmen, Public Works Director and Park and Recreation Director, dated September 29, 2011, Re: Erection/Location of Structures and Earth Disturbances. Isabel Kearns, IWEO, to redraft letter and submit to Commission for review at next regular meeting, November 28, 2011.
3. Letter from CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection, to William Edwards of 61 Edwards Road, dated October 7, 2011, Re: Edwards Pond Dam, Bethany, recommended maintenance work. Isabel Kearns, IWEO, to write letter to owner to invite him to the next regular meeting, November 28, 2011, to discuss dam maintenance work.
PUBLICATIONS AND WORKSHOPS
1. Connecticut Association of Conservation & Inland Wetlands Commissions, 34th Annual Meeting & Environmental Conference, Saturday, November 12, 2011, Wallingford, CT.
2. Connecticut Wildlife, September/October 2011.
PUBLIC HEARING
· 46 Mesa Drive, Application #1170 submitted by James Woodward for a Five-lot Subdivision -
At 8:03 p.m., Chair Breslin called to order the public hearing on the five-lot subdivision. Chair Breslin read the legal notice for the public hearing.
Chair Breslin noted that the Commission has received the following items relative to the subject application. Exhibit identification was assigned as noted:
Exhibit 1A – Set of plans prepared by Nowakowski, O’Bymachow, Kane & Associates, Shelton, Connecticut, entitled as follows:
1. “Record Subdivision Map prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated May 6, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
2. “Overall Site Plan (100 Scale) prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated April 9, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
3. “Site Development Plan (1 of 2) prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated April 9, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
4. “Site Development Plan (2 of 2) prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated April 9, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
5. “Plan & Profile – Clifford Drive prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive” dated April 9, 2011, with no revisions.
6. “Detention Basin Detail prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated April 9, 2011, with no revisions.
7. “Construction Details prepared for Clifford Drive Estates, 46 Mesa Drive”, dated April 9, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
8. “Soil Test Data prepared for Clifford Drive Estates”, dated May 8, 2011, with no revisions.
9. “Road Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control Plan – Clifford Drive prepared for Clifford Drive Estates”, dated May 5, 2011, revised to July 11, 2011.
Exhibit 1B – Engineering Report for Clifford Drive Estates, Mesa Drive, Bethany, Connecticut, dated May 11, 2011, prepared by Nowakowski, O’Bymachow, Kane & Associates, Shelton, Connecticut.
Exhibit 1C – Set of plans prepared by Nowakowski, O’Bymachow, Kane & Associates, Shelton, Connecticut, entitled as follows:
1. “First Cut Map (1 of 3) prepared for James W. Woodward Jr., Mesa Drive, Northrop Road”, dated May 6, 2011, with no revisions.
2. “First Cut Map (2 of 3) prepared for James W. Woodward Jr., Mesa Drive, Northrop Road”, dated May 6, 2011, with no revisions.
3. “First Cut Map (3 of 3) prepared for James W. Woodward Jr., Mesa Drive, Northrop Road”, dated May 6, 2011, with no revisions.
Exhibit 1D – Report from JMM Wetland Consulting Services, LLC, Newtown, Connecticut to Alan Shepard, P.E., of NOK, Shelton, Connecticut, dated September 15, 2011, Re: Wetland Description and Assessment for Proposed Subdivision Road Crossing, Proposed Clifford Drive Estates, Bethany, CT.
Exhibit 1E – Memo from Toni Marek, IWC Clerk, to James W. Woodward, dated October 19, 2011, Re: Additional fees for Application #1170, 46 Mesa Drive, with attached copy of check.
Exhibit 1F – Copy of Inland Wetlands Application for 46 Mesa Drive, Application #1170.
Exhibit 1G – Copy of Notice of a Special Meeting/Site Visit of the Bethany Inland Wetlands Commission, Saturday, October 22, 2011.
Exhibit 1H – Copy of check for application fees from James W. Woodward.
Exhibit 1”I” – Copy of Statewide Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Activity Reporting Form.
Exhibit 1J – Memo from Isabel Kearns, IWEO, dated June 21, 2011, Re: Review comments on subdivision maps for Clifford Drive Estates.
Exhibit 1K – Copy of a section of assessors map showing Lot 2, 64.21 acres, submitted July 26, 2011.
Exhibit 1L – Copy of Legal Notice for public hearing on October 24, 2011, for 46 Mesa Drive.
Exhibit 1M – Copy of letter from Antonia Marek, IWC Clerk, sent to Beacon Falls Town Hall, dated August 24, 2011 with return receipt attached, sent to South Central Regional Council of Governments, dated August 24, 2011, with return receipt attached, sent to Council of Governments of the Central Naugatuck Valley, dated August 24, 2011, with return receipt attached, sent to Diversified Technology Consultants, dated September 16, 2011, and sent to James W. Woodward, dated September 28, 2011.
Exhibit 1N - “Certificate of Mailing” dated October 11, 2011, listing addresses of the surrounding property owners within 100 feet of the property that were notified of this application with attached certified mail receipts dated September 1, 2011 and to the Beacon Falls Town Hall.
Exhibit 1”O” – Map entitled “Alternative Layouts – Clifford Drive Prepared For Clifford Drive Estates, Mesa Drive”, dated October 14, 2011, with no revisions.
Exhibit 1P – Two photographs submitted by Todd Green of 64 Mesa Drive, Bethany showing his property.
Exhibit 1Q – Submitted by Connie LaFemina of 50 Mesa Drive, photographs and information on Eastern Box Turtles.
Present to speak on behalf of this application was Attorney Paul Jessell of Watertown, Connecticut, Mr. Alan Shepard, P.E. of Nowakowski, O’Bymachow and Kane, Shelton, Connecticut, and Mr. James McManus, Certified Soil Scientist of JMM Wetland Consulting Services, LLC. All gentlemen were representing the applicant, Mr. James Woodward.
Mr. Shepard submitted a map with Alternative Layouts (Exhibit 1”O”) and reviewed with the Commission.
Mr. McManus reviewed the report on the Wetland Description and Assessment for Proposed Subdivision Road Crossing (Exhibit 1D) with the Commission.
In discussion, Commission members noted:
The record of the previous approval to be entered into the hearing record (approved August 18, 2008).
That a resume from James McManus, Certified Soil Scientist, is requested.
That the time frame schedule of construction is requested.
A report from Diversified Technology Consultants is needed.
The applicant will need time to address the report from Diversified Technology Consultants.
Chair Breslin asked if there were any comments from the public. The following public member commented:
a) Todd Green of 64 Mesa Drive – Mr. Green addressed the Commission with his concern with excess water from the proposed development and submitted Exhibit 1P (photographs of existing conditions of his property).
b) Connie LaFemina of 50 Mesa Drive – Mrs. LaFemina addressed the Commission with her concern regarding the Eastern Box Turtles and submitted Exhibit 1Q.
At 9:15 p.m., Chair Breslin recessed the public hearing and continued it to the next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2011, in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall. Tabled.
NEW BUSINESS
1. 90 Pole Hill Road, Application #1174 submitted by Daniel Wivagg for an IW Permit to locate 2 benches and 1 cubby –
The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was Daniel Wivagg, Eagle Scout.
Mr. Wivagg presented the proposed project to construct and locate 2 benches and a cubby at the park located at 90 Pole Hill Road.
Mr. Wivagg will submit a request to waive the application fees at the next regular scheduled meeting on November 28, 2011.
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2011. Tabled.
2. 74 Miller Road, Application #1175 submitted by Town of Bethany for an IW Permit for a culvert replacement –
The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was Alan Green, Public Works Director.
Mr. Green reviewed the proposed project noting:
· Mesa Construction will be completing the proposed drainage work.
· Will need to go to a Town Meeting to receive funds for culvert.
· Work will not be started until February/March 2012.
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2011. Tabled.
3. 12 Hopp Brook Road, Application #1176 submitted by Town of Bethany for an IW Permit for a culvert replacement –
The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was Alan Green, Public Works Director.
Mr. Green reviewed the proposed project noting:
· Mesa Construction will be completing the proposed drainage work.
· Will need to go to a Town Meeting to receive funds for culvert.
· Work will not be started until February/March 2012.
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2011. Tabled.
4. Discussion in regard to amendments to the Inland Wetlands Regulations per State of CT -
Commission to review and discuss at the next regular meeting scheduled on Monday, November 28, 2011. Tabled.
OLD BUSINESS
1. 108 Schaffer Road, Application #1171 submitted by Wyatt Crotta & Daughters LLC for a Site Plan to relocate house –
Present to speak on behalf of this application was Wyatt Crotta, applicant and owner of record.
In discussion, Commission members noted:
· The Commission conducted a site visit on October 22, 2011.
· Town to review with Commission when tying into Town catch basin.
Commission member discussed and proceeded to deliberate. It was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Gaw to approve Application #1171 submitted by Wyatt Crotta for an Inland Wetlands Permit for a Site Plan to relocate a house in accordance with the submitted plan entitled, “Subsurface Sewage Disposal Design Plan, Lot 3, 108 Schaffer Street”, dated June 27, 2006, revised to April 17, 2007, prepared by D’Amico Associates, Oxford, Connecticut and is subject to the following condition including the standard conditions found on the Land Records Volume 93, Page 802 and Page 803:
When site runoff, which is not shown on the site plan but was observed in the field, is proposed to be connected to the Town road drainage that the Town and the applicant return to the Inland Wetlands Commission at that time due to the fact that some of the work will be taken place on the applicant’s property.
The Commission’s decision was based on the site inspection, which would appear that the sedimentation and erosion controls are going to be installed and maintained until the site is stabilized.
Voting were: Breslin, Sullivan, Hathaway, Gaw.
Vote: 4 to 0.
Unanimous approval.
2. 108 Miller Road (Lot #1), Application #1172 submitted by Christopher Stoyer for a Residential Site Development –
Present to speak on behalf of this application was Attorney Michael Alexander, representing the applicant, Chris Stoyer, who was present.
In discussion, Commission members noted:
· Erosion controls not installed correctly.
· Current plan not accurate to existing conditions.
· Drainage calculations to be forward to Town engineer.
· Applicant to correct sedimentation and erosion controls.
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2011. Tabled.
3. 46 Mesa Drive, James Woodward, Application #1170 for a Five-lot Subdivision –
Public hearing continued to the next regular meeting scheduled on November 28, 2011. Tabled.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Hathaway to adjourn the regular meeting at 10:12 p.m. Unanimous approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Antonia R. Marek, Clerk
For the Inland Wetlands Commission
Karen Hubbell present in my absence.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Bethany Conservation Commission
October 13, 2011
The meeting was called to order at 8:08 by Bruce Loomis. Also in attendance were Brian Eitzer, Cathy Rives, and Lisa Tavolacci.
Brian moved and Bruce seconded a motion to accept the September 8, 2011 minutes. The motion passed.
Bruce passed out an e-mail trail of his correspondence with the Bethany Community School on the topic of how the sixth grade students are chosen to receive the Conservation awards. He stated that he would send them one more e-mail on the topic.
The Woodward development plan is now a “First Cut” plan that therefore does not require that open space issues be addressed. The plan still appears to show an easement for a trail to the likely location of open space if there is further development. The commission would like to keep recommending that this easement remains as this plan moves forward.
There was a discussion of the upcoming CACIWIC conference, it was mentioned that any commissioners planning on going should register by Oct. 31 as the registration fee goes up after this date.
Brian moved to adjourn at 8:45, Lisa seconded and the motion passed.
Respectfully submitted,
Brian Eitzer
Secretary pro-tempore
October 13, 2011
The meeting was called to order at 8:08 by Bruce Loomis. Also in attendance were Brian Eitzer, Cathy Rives, and Lisa Tavolacci.
Brian moved and Bruce seconded a motion to accept the September 8, 2011 minutes. The motion passed.
Bruce passed out an e-mail trail of his correspondence with the Bethany Community School on the topic of how the sixth grade students are chosen to receive the Conservation awards. He stated that he would send them one more e-mail on the topic.
The Woodward development plan is now a “First Cut” plan that therefore does not require that open space issues be addressed. The plan still appears to show an easement for a trail to the likely location of open space if there is further development. The commission would like to keep recommending that this easement remains as this plan moves forward.
There was a discussion of the upcoming CACIWIC conference, it was mentioned that any commissioners planning on going should register by Oct. 31 as the registration fee goes up after this date.
Brian moved to adjourn at 8:45, Lisa seconded and the motion passed.
Respectfully submitted,
Brian Eitzer
Secretary pro-tempore
Thursday, October 13, 2011
MINUTES OF THE BETHANY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING OF WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2011 Page 1 of 7
The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:02 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall, 40 Peck Road, Bethany, Connecticut.
The following Commission Members were present:
Melissa Spear, Chair
Mary Shurtleff, Vice-Chair
Patricia Winer, Member
Michael Calhoun, Member
Kimberly McClure Brinton, Member
Marc Adelberg, Alternate Member
Donna Shea, Alternate Member, seated as a voting member.
The following Commission Member was absent or excused:
Nellie Rabinowitz, Alternate Member
Also present were:
Hiram Peck, Planning Consultant
Isabel Kearns, Zoning Enforcement Officer
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by Winer and seconded by Calhoun to approve the minutes of the September 7, 2011, Regular Meeting with the following change:
Page 7, Fifth Paragraph – Reads “The Commission scheduled a public hearing date of Wednesday, October 5, 2011, at 8:00 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall.” Change to “The Commission scheduled a public hearing date of Wednesday, October 5, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall.”
Voting for: Spear, Shurtleff, Winer, Calhoun, Shea.
Unanimous approval.
GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE
1. Email from Eugene Livshits, South Central Regional Council of Governments, dated September 26, 2011, Re: Referral will be reviewed during October 13, 2011 Regional Planning Meeting regarding Bethany proposed amendment to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses.
2. Letter from Valley Council of Governments, dated September 29, 2011, Re: Referral comments on Bethany proposed amendment to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses.
3. Letter from EMG Properties, LLC, dated September 8, 2011, Re: Revisions to planting plan for 437 and 443 Fairwood Road with attached sketches.
4. Memo from Isabel Kearns, ZEO, dated July 13, 2011, Re: Review comments on plans dated June 1, 2011, for 18 Munson Road.
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5. Copy of letter from SCC Regional Water Authority to the Inland Wetlands Commission, dated July 21, 2011, Re: Review comments on application for 18 Munson Road, construction of building addition.
6. Copy of letter from SCC Regional Water Authority to the Inland Wetlands Commission, dated August 19, 2011, Re: Comments addressed on revised plan dated July 15, 2011, 18 Munson Road.
7. Letter from Nafis & Young, dated October 3, 2011, Re: 100 Miller Road, comments have been addressed, drainage designed to meet zero increase in runoff.
8. Email from Brian Botti, owner of 696 Amity Road, Units B-1, 3, 4, 5, 6, to QVHD, dated September 7, 2011, Re: Vacating Unit B-6 to allocate water usage to Unit B-1, Medical Office.
9. Letter from QVHD, dated September 14, 2011, Re: 696 Amity Road, Unit B-1, recommending approval due to vacant Unit B-6.
10. Letter from SCC Regional Water Authority, dated September 15, 2011, Re: 696 Amity Road, general practitioner office, no comment.
11. Letter from SCC Regional Planning Commission to Town Planner, Seymour, dated September 9, 2011, Re: Referral comments on Town of Seymour proposed zoning map amendment.
12. Letter from SCC Regional Planning Commission to Town of Prospect, dated September 9, 2011, Re: Referral comments on Town of Prospect proposed zoning regulation amendment to Section 6.4 – Off-street parking requirements.
13. Letter from SCC Regional Planning Commission to Town of Prospect, dated September 9, 2011, Re: Referral comments on Town of Prospect proposed moratorium on accepting proposed wind energy regulation applications.
PUBLICATIONS AND WORKSHOPS
1. Land Use Academy Advanced Training, Saturday, November 5, 2011, CCSU.
2. Brochure from Conservation Commission of Beacon Falls, 2011.
3. Connecticut Landscape Architecture, 2011.
BILLS
1) It was moved by Calhoun and seconded by Winer to approve the payment of $1,000.00 (monthly pro rata basis), for services rendered for September 2011, by Hiram W. Peck III, AICP, Planning Consultant.
Voting for: Spear, Shurtleff, Calhoun, Brinton, Winer.
Unanimous approval.
2) It was moved by Shurtleff and seconded by Winer to approve the payment of a bill for $95.00, dated October 5, 2011, from John McLeod for recording services for the public hearing (Zoning Regulation amendment).
Voting for: Spear, Shurtleff, Calhoun, Brinton, Winer.
Unanimous approval.
ZONING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER’S REPORT AND APPROPRIATE COMMISSION ACTION
Isabel Kearns, ZEO, reported on the following:
The First Selectman has assigned hearing officers (Mark Pearson and Norman Cole) to fine violators.
The Commission requested the ZEO to prepare a list of properties that have violations and submit to the Commission for review.
The Commission requested the ZEO to investigate the following properties
a) 256 Amity Road, Nino’s Garage – outside storage of cars.
b) 607 Litchfield Turnpike – possible business operation.
PUBLIC HEARING
· Proposed amendments to the Bethany Zoning Regulations to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses. Add #6.28 – Signs with any type of internal lighting or internal illumination.
At 7:30 p.m., Chair Spear called to order the public hearing on the proposed amendments to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses. Add #6.28 – Signs with any type of internal lighting or internal illumination.
Chair Spear then noted that the Commission has received the following items relative to the subject application. Exhibit identification was assigned as noted:
Exhibit 1A – Email from Eugene Livshits, South Central Regional Council of Governments, dated September 26, 2011, Re: Referral will be reviewed during October 13, 2011 Regional Planning Meeting regarding Bethany proposed amendment to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses.
B. Exhibit 1B - Letter from Valley Council of Governments, dated September 29, 2011, Re: Referral comments on Bethany proposed amendment to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses.
In discussion, Commission members noted:
The South Central Regional Planning Commission will not be reviewing the referral until the October 13, 2011, RPC meeting.
Hiram Peck, Planning Consultant, briefly reviewed the Commission’s decision to prohibit these types of signs.
Chair Spear then asked if there were any comments from the public. There were no comments.
Chair Spear stated the public hearing will have to remain open to receive comments from the South Central Regional Planning Commission.
At 7:37 p.m., Chairman Huxley recessed the public hearing and continued it to the next regular meeting on Wednesday, November 2, 2011, in the Commission Meeting Room. Tabled.
NEW BUSINESS
1) 437 and 443 Fairwood Road, Application #2011-023 submitted by EMG Properties, LLC for a modification to the Landscaping Plan approved on May 24, 2011.
The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was William Grieger, applicant and owner of record.
The Commission received a letter from EMG Properties, LLC, dated September 8, 2011, Re: Revisions to planting plan for 437 and 443 Fairwood Road with attached sketches and also requesting a waiver of the application fees for this application.
Mr. Grieger briefly reviewed his proposal with the Commission.
It was moved by Shurtleff and seconded by Brinton to waive the application fee for the subject Application #2011-023 for 437 and 443 Fairwood Road.
Voting were: Spear, Shurtleff, Winer, Brinton, Calhoun.
Vote 5 to 0.
Unanimous approval.
Isabel Kearns, ZEO, prepared a draft resolution for Application #2011-023 and distributed to Commission members. The Commission reviewed and proceeded to deliberate.
It was moved by Calhoun and seconded by Brinton to approve the following resolution for Application #2011-023
Whereas, the owner of the property, EMG Properties, LLC, applied on October 5, 2011, to the Bethany Planning and Zoning Commission for a Site Plan Modification (#2011-023) to amend the landscaping plan for 437 and 443 Fairwood Road.
Whereas, EMG Properties, LLC had previously applied to the Commission to modify the originally approved landscaping plan via Application #2011-012;
Whereas, the Commission previously conducted a site visit on April 23, 2011, when it was reviewing the Application #2011-012;
Whereas, the Commission, at a regular meeting held on October 5, 2011, considered the plans, testimony and other pertinent application information;
Now Therefore, the Commission makes the following findings of fact and decision regarding this application:
1) The proposed Three (3) Sugar Maples and the Four (4) Hemlocks satisfy the intent of the original plan dated September 7, 2011.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that pursuant to Section 10.2.L.3 of the Bethany Zoning Regulations, amended to April 15, 2011, the Bethany Planning and Zoning Commission approves the modification to the landscaping plan to plant Three (3) Sugar Maples in front of 443 Fairwood Road and Four (4) Hemlocks on the northeast corner of the building, as shown on plans dated September 7, 2011 and with the following conditions:
1) The existing surety bond that is to expire in March shall be renewed in February.
2) All plantings shall be planted no later than the Spring of 2012.
3) The Hemlocks shall be protected and treated as necessary for woolly adelgid disease.
Voting were: Spear, Shurtleff, Winer, Brinton, Calhoun.
Vote 5 to 0.
Unanimous approval.
2) Preliminary discussion with John Paul Garcia regarding 6 Sargent Drive –
Present for this discussion were as follows:
John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S.
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Patel
Michael J. Fox, of Fox Consulting Services
Attorney Brian Stone
Jeff Slapikas, Builder
A new proposal for a gas station and signage located at 6 Sargent Drive was presented to the Commission for discussion.
3) 18 Munson Road, Application #2011-024 submitted by RDC Holding LLC to construct an addition to building, parking and drainage –
The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S., representing the applicant.
The Commission received the following correspondence for this application:
Memo from Isabel Kearns, ZEO, dated July 13, 2011, Re: Review comments on plans dated June 1, 2011, for 18 Munson Road.
Copy of letter from SCC Regional Water Authority to the Inland Wetlands Commission, dated July 21, 2011, Re: Review comments on application for 18 Munson Road, construction of building addition.
Copy of letter from SCC Regional Water Authority to the Inland Wetlands Commission, dated August 19, 2011, Re: Comments addressed on revised plan dated July 15, 2011, 18 Munson Road.
Mr. Garcia briefly reviewed the proposed project noting:
· The applicant is proposing to add an addition to the building in the rear due to the purchase of a large sheet metal machine.
Isabel Kearns, ZEO, stated Mr. Garcia needs to submit an application for a Special Exception Permit for outside storage.
It was moved by Shurtleff and seconded by Winer to amend the agenda for the regular meeting of October 5, 2011, to accept the application submitted by Mr. Garcia for a Special Exception Permit for outside storage located at 18 Munson Road.
Voting were: Spear, Shurtleff, Winer, Brinton, Calhoun.
Vote 5 to 0.
Unanimous approval.
The Commission scheduled a public hearing date of Wednesday, November 2, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall. Tabled.
4) Discussion with Christopher Stoyer regarding 100 Miller Road – 0% runoff, fire suppression and monuments delineating conservation easement –
Present for this discussion were Attorney Michael Alexander, representing Mr. Chris Stoyer, applicant, who was also present.
The Commission received a letter from Nafis & Young, dated October 3, 2011, Re: 100 Miller Road, comments have been addressed, drainage designed to meet zero increase in runoff.
Letter from Rod White, Fire Marshal, dated July 6, 2011, Re: Clarification as to the waiver request for a water source at 100 Miller Road, two-lot resubdivision.
Isabel Kearns, ZEO, stated the applicant has addressed the 0% runoff and the fire suppression water source.
Also Ms. Kearns recommended that due to the stream, Mr. Stoyer will place medallions on the trees for the conservation easement instead of the monuments in or next to the stream.
The Commission requested that a copy of the map reviewed by Nafis and Young, dated September 27, 2011, be submitted to the ZEO with the locations of the trees/medallions and requested the ZEO to prepare an approval letter for the next regular meeting for the Commission’s review and action. Tabled.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Proposed Bethany Zoning Regulation Amendment to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses. Add #6.28 – Signs with any type of internal lighting or internal illumination – Public hearing continued to November 2, 2011. Tabled.
2. Discuss increasing application fees – Tabled.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Shurtleff and seconded by Calhoun to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:50 p.m. Unanimous approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Antonia R. Marek, Clerk
For the Planning and Zoning Commission
The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:02 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall, 40 Peck Road, Bethany, Connecticut.
The following Commission Members were present:
Melissa Spear, Chair
Mary Shurtleff, Vice-Chair
Patricia Winer, Member
Michael Calhoun, Member
Kimberly McClure Brinton, Member
Marc Adelberg, Alternate Member
Donna Shea, Alternate Member, seated as a voting member.
The following Commission Member was absent or excused:
Nellie Rabinowitz, Alternate Member
Also present were:
Hiram Peck, Planning Consultant
Isabel Kearns, Zoning Enforcement Officer
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. It was moved by Winer and seconded by Calhoun to approve the minutes of the September 7, 2011, Regular Meeting with the following change:
Page 7, Fifth Paragraph – Reads “The Commission scheduled a public hearing date of Wednesday, October 5, 2011, at 8:00 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall.” Change to “The Commission scheduled a public hearing date of Wednesday, October 5, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall.”
Voting for: Spear, Shurtleff, Winer, Calhoun, Shea.
Unanimous approval.
GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE
1. Email from Eugene Livshits, South Central Regional Council of Governments, dated September 26, 2011, Re: Referral will be reviewed during October 13, 2011 Regional Planning Meeting regarding Bethany proposed amendment to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses.
2. Letter from Valley Council of Governments, dated September 29, 2011, Re: Referral comments on Bethany proposed amendment to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses.
3. Letter from EMG Properties, LLC, dated September 8, 2011, Re: Revisions to planting plan for 437 and 443 Fairwood Road with attached sketches.
4. Memo from Isabel Kearns, ZEO, dated July 13, 2011, Re: Review comments on plans dated June 1, 2011, for 18 Munson Road.
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5. Copy of letter from SCC Regional Water Authority to the Inland Wetlands Commission, dated July 21, 2011, Re: Review comments on application for 18 Munson Road, construction of building addition.
6. Copy of letter from SCC Regional Water Authority to the Inland Wetlands Commission, dated August 19, 2011, Re: Comments addressed on revised plan dated July 15, 2011, 18 Munson Road.
7. Letter from Nafis & Young, dated October 3, 2011, Re: 100 Miller Road, comments have been addressed, drainage designed to meet zero increase in runoff.
8. Email from Brian Botti, owner of 696 Amity Road, Units B-1, 3, 4, 5, 6, to QVHD, dated September 7, 2011, Re: Vacating Unit B-6 to allocate water usage to Unit B-1, Medical Office.
9. Letter from QVHD, dated September 14, 2011, Re: 696 Amity Road, Unit B-1, recommending approval due to vacant Unit B-6.
10. Letter from SCC Regional Water Authority, dated September 15, 2011, Re: 696 Amity Road, general practitioner office, no comment.
11. Letter from SCC Regional Planning Commission to Town Planner, Seymour, dated September 9, 2011, Re: Referral comments on Town of Seymour proposed zoning map amendment.
12. Letter from SCC Regional Planning Commission to Town of Prospect, dated September 9, 2011, Re: Referral comments on Town of Prospect proposed zoning regulation amendment to Section 6.4 – Off-street parking requirements.
13. Letter from SCC Regional Planning Commission to Town of Prospect, dated September 9, 2011, Re: Referral comments on Town of Prospect proposed moratorium on accepting proposed wind energy regulation applications.
PUBLICATIONS AND WORKSHOPS
1. Land Use Academy Advanced Training, Saturday, November 5, 2011, CCSU.
2. Brochure from Conservation Commission of Beacon Falls, 2011.
3. Connecticut Landscape Architecture, 2011.
BILLS
1) It was moved by Calhoun and seconded by Winer to approve the payment of $1,000.00 (monthly pro rata basis), for services rendered for September 2011, by Hiram W. Peck III, AICP, Planning Consultant.
Voting for: Spear, Shurtleff, Calhoun, Brinton, Winer.
Unanimous approval.
2) It was moved by Shurtleff and seconded by Winer to approve the payment of a bill for $95.00, dated October 5, 2011, from John McLeod for recording services for the public hearing (Zoning Regulation amendment).
Voting for: Spear, Shurtleff, Calhoun, Brinton, Winer.
Unanimous approval.
ZONING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER’S REPORT AND APPROPRIATE COMMISSION ACTION
Isabel Kearns, ZEO, reported on the following:
The First Selectman has assigned hearing officers (Mark Pearson and Norman Cole) to fine violators.
The Commission requested the ZEO to prepare a list of properties that have violations and submit to the Commission for review.
The Commission requested the ZEO to investigate the following properties
a) 256 Amity Road, Nino’s Garage – outside storage of cars.
b) 607 Litchfield Turnpike – possible business operation.
PUBLIC HEARING
· Proposed amendments to the Bethany Zoning Regulations to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses. Add #6.28 – Signs with any type of internal lighting or internal illumination.
At 7:30 p.m., Chair Spear called to order the public hearing on the proposed amendments to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses. Add #6.28 – Signs with any type of internal lighting or internal illumination.
Chair Spear then noted that the Commission has received the following items relative to the subject application. Exhibit identification was assigned as noted:
Exhibit 1A – Email from Eugene Livshits, South Central Regional Council of Governments, dated September 26, 2011, Re: Referral will be reviewed during October 13, 2011 Regional Planning Meeting regarding Bethany proposed amendment to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses.
B. Exhibit 1B - Letter from Valley Council of Governments, dated September 29, 2011, Re: Referral comments on Bethany proposed amendment to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses.
In discussion, Commission members noted:
The South Central Regional Planning Commission will not be reviewing the referral until the October 13, 2011, RPC meeting.
Hiram Peck, Planning Consultant, briefly reviewed the Commission’s decision to prohibit these types of signs.
Chair Spear then asked if there were any comments from the public. There were no comments.
Chair Spear stated the public hearing will have to remain open to receive comments from the South Central Regional Planning Commission.
At 7:37 p.m., Chairman Huxley recessed the public hearing and continued it to the next regular meeting on Wednesday, November 2, 2011, in the Commission Meeting Room. Tabled.
NEW BUSINESS
1) 437 and 443 Fairwood Road, Application #2011-023 submitted by EMG Properties, LLC for a modification to the Landscaping Plan approved on May 24, 2011.
The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was William Grieger, applicant and owner of record.
The Commission received a letter from EMG Properties, LLC, dated September 8, 2011, Re: Revisions to planting plan for 437 and 443 Fairwood Road with attached sketches and also requesting a waiver of the application fees for this application.
Mr. Grieger briefly reviewed his proposal with the Commission.
It was moved by Shurtleff and seconded by Brinton to waive the application fee for the subject Application #2011-023 for 437 and 443 Fairwood Road.
Voting were: Spear, Shurtleff, Winer, Brinton, Calhoun.
Vote 5 to 0.
Unanimous approval.
Isabel Kearns, ZEO, prepared a draft resolution for Application #2011-023 and distributed to Commission members. The Commission reviewed and proceeded to deliberate.
It was moved by Calhoun and seconded by Brinton to approve the following resolution for Application #2011-023
Whereas, the owner of the property, EMG Properties, LLC, applied on October 5, 2011, to the Bethany Planning and Zoning Commission for a Site Plan Modification (#2011-023) to amend the landscaping plan for 437 and 443 Fairwood Road.
Whereas, EMG Properties, LLC had previously applied to the Commission to modify the originally approved landscaping plan via Application #2011-012;
Whereas, the Commission previously conducted a site visit on April 23, 2011, when it was reviewing the Application #2011-012;
Whereas, the Commission, at a regular meeting held on October 5, 2011, considered the plans, testimony and other pertinent application information;
Now Therefore, the Commission makes the following findings of fact and decision regarding this application:
1) The proposed Three (3) Sugar Maples and the Four (4) Hemlocks satisfy the intent of the original plan dated September 7, 2011.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that pursuant to Section 10.2.L.3 of the Bethany Zoning Regulations, amended to April 15, 2011, the Bethany Planning and Zoning Commission approves the modification to the landscaping plan to plant Three (3) Sugar Maples in front of 443 Fairwood Road and Four (4) Hemlocks on the northeast corner of the building, as shown on plans dated September 7, 2011 and with the following conditions:
1) The existing surety bond that is to expire in March shall be renewed in February.
2) All plantings shall be planted no later than the Spring of 2012.
3) The Hemlocks shall be protected and treated as necessary for woolly adelgid disease.
Voting were: Spear, Shurtleff, Winer, Brinton, Calhoun.
Vote 5 to 0.
Unanimous approval.
2) Preliminary discussion with John Paul Garcia regarding 6 Sargent Drive –
Present for this discussion were as follows:
John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S.
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Patel
Michael J. Fox, of Fox Consulting Services
Attorney Brian Stone
Jeff Slapikas, Builder
A new proposal for a gas station and signage located at 6 Sargent Drive was presented to the Commission for discussion.
3) 18 Munson Road, Application #2011-024 submitted by RDC Holding LLC to construct an addition to building, parking and drainage –
The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S., representing the applicant.
The Commission received the following correspondence for this application:
Memo from Isabel Kearns, ZEO, dated July 13, 2011, Re: Review comments on plans dated June 1, 2011, for 18 Munson Road.
Copy of letter from SCC Regional Water Authority to the Inland Wetlands Commission, dated July 21, 2011, Re: Review comments on application for 18 Munson Road, construction of building addition.
Copy of letter from SCC Regional Water Authority to the Inland Wetlands Commission, dated August 19, 2011, Re: Comments addressed on revised plan dated July 15, 2011, 18 Munson Road.
Mr. Garcia briefly reviewed the proposed project noting:
· The applicant is proposing to add an addition to the building in the rear due to the purchase of a large sheet metal machine.
Isabel Kearns, ZEO, stated Mr. Garcia needs to submit an application for a Special Exception Permit for outside storage.
It was moved by Shurtleff and seconded by Winer to amend the agenda for the regular meeting of October 5, 2011, to accept the application submitted by Mr. Garcia for a Special Exception Permit for outside storage located at 18 Munson Road.
Voting were: Spear, Shurtleff, Winer, Brinton, Calhoun.
Vote 5 to 0.
Unanimous approval.
The Commission scheduled a public hearing date of Wednesday, November 2, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall. Tabled.
4) Discussion with Christopher Stoyer regarding 100 Miller Road – 0% runoff, fire suppression and monuments delineating conservation easement –
Present for this discussion were Attorney Michael Alexander, representing Mr. Chris Stoyer, applicant, who was also present.
The Commission received a letter from Nafis & Young, dated October 3, 2011, Re: 100 Miller Road, comments have been addressed, drainage designed to meet zero increase in runoff.
Letter from Rod White, Fire Marshal, dated July 6, 2011, Re: Clarification as to the waiver request for a water source at 100 Miller Road, two-lot resubdivision.
Isabel Kearns, ZEO, stated the applicant has addressed the 0% runoff and the fire suppression water source.
Also Ms. Kearns recommended that due to the stream, Mr. Stoyer will place medallions on the trees for the conservation easement instead of the monuments in or next to the stream.
The Commission requested that a copy of the map reviewed by Nafis and Young, dated September 27, 2011, be submitted to the ZEO with the locations of the trees/medallions and requested the ZEO to prepare an approval letter for the next regular meeting for the Commission’s review and action. Tabled.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Proposed Bethany Zoning Regulation Amendment to Section 6 – Prohibited Uses. Add #6.28 – Signs with any type of internal lighting or internal illumination – Public hearing continued to November 2, 2011. Tabled.
2. Discuss increasing application fees – Tabled.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Shurtleff and seconded by Calhoun to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:50 p.m. Unanimous approval.
Respectfully submitted,
Antonia R. Marek, Clerk
For the Planning and Zoning Commission
BOARD OF FINANCE
OCTOBER 4, 2011
SPECIAL MEETING
Page 1 of 2
Attendance: Chairman Janet Brunwin, Chip Spear, Sally Huyser, Robert Brinton Jr., Aileen Magda, First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski
Chairman Brunwin called the meeting of the Board of Finance to order at 7:05 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chairman Brunwin moved a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting of June 14, 2011. Approval had been tabled due to questions regarding the additional funds received from Amity. Chairman Brunwin explained that $15,000 had been allocated to do an accounting upgrade project, modifying account numbers and setting up general ledger and other funds within our accounting program, and the remainder of the funds will be added to the Capital Fund. Chip Spear then seconded the amended minutes. The vote was called. The vote taken was four yes votes and one abstention that of Aileen Magda as she was not a member of the Board of Finance at that time.
Chairman Brunwin moved to approve the minutes of September 13, 2011. The motion was seconded by Sally Huyser. The vote was called. The vote taken was unanimous.
CORRESPONDENCE
Correspondence was received from David Forman, Tax Collector. In his letter David indicates that the collections through September are in line with last year’s collections.
AMITY FINANCE COMMITTEE
Chairman Brunwin reports that Amity will be starting teacher negotiations. Jamie Stirling will serve as chairman of that committee. The first meeting is October 17, 2011. Aileen Magda volunteered to attend that meeting.
LONG TERM FINANCIAL PLANNING COMMITTEE
John Grabowski, Sharon Huxley, Chip Spear Stephen Squinto and Jamie Stirling have all agreed to serve on the Long Term Financial Planning Committee.
AUDIT FISCAL YEAR 2010-11
Marian & Company LLC have just about completer the audit. They will be in for the November meeting to review with the Board of Finance the audit. At this time there appears to be a slight surplus.
HURRICANE IRENE
First Selectwoman Gorski reported that FEMA will reimburse the Town of Bethany for overtime paid during Hurricane Irene. It is estimated there was at least $400,000 in road damages caused by
the storm. Road damage costs are not covered under FEMA.
BOND REFUNDING
First Selectwoman Gorski is still gathering information to complete the Bond Refunding project for Webster Bank.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 7:30 p.m. after a motion was moved by Sally Huyser and seconded by Chip Spear. The vote was called. The vote was unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Clerk, Board of Finance
OCTOBER 4, 2011
SPECIAL MEETING
Page 1 of 2
Attendance: Chairman Janet Brunwin, Chip Spear, Sally Huyser, Robert Brinton Jr., Aileen Magda, First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski
Chairman Brunwin called the meeting of the Board of Finance to order at 7:05 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chairman Brunwin moved a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting of June 14, 2011. Approval had been tabled due to questions regarding the additional funds received from Amity. Chairman Brunwin explained that $15,000 had been allocated to do an accounting upgrade project, modifying account numbers and setting up general ledger and other funds within our accounting program, and the remainder of the funds will be added to the Capital Fund. Chip Spear then seconded the amended minutes. The vote was called. The vote taken was four yes votes and one abstention that of Aileen Magda as she was not a member of the Board of Finance at that time.
Chairman Brunwin moved to approve the minutes of September 13, 2011. The motion was seconded by Sally Huyser. The vote was called. The vote taken was unanimous.
CORRESPONDENCE
Correspondence was received from David Forman, Tax Collector. In his letter David indicates that the collections through September are in line with last year’s collections.
AMITY FINANCE COMMITTEE
Chairman Brunwin reports that Amity will be starting teacher negotiations. Jamie Stirling will serve as chairman of that committee. The first meeting is October 17, 2011. Aileen Magda volunteered to attend that meeting.
LONG TERM FINANCIAL PLANNING COMMITTEE
John Grabowski, Sharon Huxley, Chip Spear Stephen Squinto and Jamie Stirling have all agreed to serve on the Long Term Financial Planning Committee.
AUDIT FISCAL YEAR 2010-11
Marian & Company LLC have just about completer the audit. They will be in for the November meeting to review with the Board of Finance the audit. At this time there appears to be a slight surplus.
HURRICANE IRENE
First Selectwoman Gorski reported that FEMA will reimburse the Town of Bethany for overtime paid during Hurricane Irene. It is estimated there was at least $400,000 in road damages caused by
the storm. Road damage costs are not covered under FEMA.
BOND REFUNDING
First Selectwoman Gorski is still gathering information to complete the Bond Refunding project for Webster Bank.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 7:30 p.m. after a motion was moved by Sally Huyser and seconded by Chip Spear. The vote was called. The vote was unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Clerk, Board of Finance
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