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At the Regular Meeting of the Town Board, Town of Clay, Onondaga County, held at the Town Hall, 4401 State Route 31, Clay, New York on the 21st of April, 2014 at 7:30 P.M., there were:
PRESENT:
Damian Ulatowski Supervisor
Naomi R. Bray
Councilor
William C. Weaver Councilor
Joseph A. Bick
Councilor
Eugene Young
Councilor
James Rowley
Councilor
Jill Hageman-Clark
Town Clerk
Mark V. Territo
Commissioner of Planning and Development
John Marzocchi
Town Attorney
Ron DeTota
Town Engineer
ABSENT:
Robert L. Edick
Deputy Supervisor/Councilor
OTHERS PRESENT:
Dorothy Heller, Town Historian and Rob Bick, Town Assessor.
The meeting was called to order by Supervisor Ulatowski at 7:30 P.M. All present joined in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of Minutes:
Councilor Weaver moved to Approve the Minutes of the April 7th, 2014 Town Board Meeting. Motion was seconded by Councilor Rowley.
Ayes-6 and Noes-0. Motion carried.
Cancellation and/or requested adjournments.
Supervisor Ulatowski said that he knew of no cancellations or adjournments.
Correspondence:
Supervisor Ulatowski asked if anyone wished to address the Town Board on anything not on the agenda.
Cece Schiavone of 4163 Rancho Park Drive and Pattie Colella of 4167 Rancho Park Drive explained that they were there to discuss the conditions of the their road. They added that they have spoken with Cary in the Highway Department about the seriousness of this. Ms. Schiavone continued that the highway department has done repairs on the roads around Rancho Park Drive but have not repaired this road adding that Steppingstone is scheduled for repair this summer. She continued that she has called the Supervisors office regarding the large chunks of broken up asphalt on her road.
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The ladies submitted a petition to the Town Clerk from the residents on Rancho Park Drive to “add Rancho Park Drive to the 2014 REPAVING & Gutters (Buried) List.”
Supervisor Ulatowski said that there had been a call to his office regarding the road and the chunks of asphalt; however he did not have the opportunity to check it out in the short time span between the call and the meeting. He continued adding that he and the Highway Superintendent will come out before the next meeting to assess this situation.
Both ladies thanked the Supervisor and the Town Board and implored them to consider moving Rancho Park Drive up the list for sooner attention.
Supervisor Ulatowski asked if anyone else wished to address the Town Board.
Maria Ascrizzi of 4684 Grange Road asked when Grange Road will be closed, adding that the traffic is going across the lawns.
Supervisor Ulatowski said that he is not prepared to answer the question as this is the first time that it has been brought to his attention. He said that he would research it and get back to her.
Special Permit (PH/Adj) Town Board Case # 1059 - RAMZI ABDEL-AZIZ:
A public hearing to consider the application of RAMZI ABDEL-AZIZ FOR A SPECIAL PERMIT TO ALLOW FOR A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING pursuant to Section 230-13 A.(2)(e)[7] on property located at located at 4993 State Route 31, Tax Map No. 046.-01-13.1. was opened by the Supervisor; proof of publication and posting was furnished by the Town Clerk.
Supervisor Ulatowski asked if there was anyone present on behalf of the applicant. Commissioner Territo said that the applicant was on his way in from the parking lot.
Mr. Aziz gave a quick overview of the application, explaining that he purchased the property at tax auction and it was originally a three family rental judging from the three meters for utilities. He continued that there are multifamily properties surrounding this parcel. Mr Aziz explained that he is seeking a special permit to allow him to use this property as a two family home. There are currently two entrances’ and a large lot to allow for extra parking. Mr. Aziz said that at the time of purchase, the house was an eyesore and that he is working to give it an updated look, making it more appealing.
There was a discussion about whether or not the parcel was on public sewers or septic and the Town Engineer, Ron DeTota explained that it was septic. The Supervisor suggested that the applicant work with the Town Engineer and the Commissioner of Planning and Development to insure that the septic is sufficient. Commissioner Territo directed Mr. Aziz to contact Onondaga County Health Department for septic approvals.
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Supervisor Ulatowski asked what the block building in the rear was. Mr. Aziz explained that he plans to fix it and use it as a garage for the tenants. Mr. Aziz added that he is building his home in the Town of Clay and is very excited for the completion in June.
Councilor Bray asked if the applicant needs to go before the Planning Board. Commissioner Territo said that the Town Board may act independently of the Planning Board. The Supervisor said that he would close the public hearing.
Excavation Permit Application (CPH) - Richard Ricelli and Syracuse Sand & Gravel, LLC:
Councilor Bick moved the adoption of a resolution calling a Public Hearing May 5,
2014, commencing at 7:35 P.M., local time, to consider the renewal and expansion of an Excavation Permit Application made by Richard Ricelli and Syracuse Sand & Gravel, LLC to meet the DEC approval of 59.3± acres on property located at Black Creek Road, Tax Map No. 039.-03-01.1. Motion to second was made by Councilor Bray.
Ayes-6 and Noes-0. Motion carried.
R-14-83 Streetlights (A) Riverwalk Section No. 2 Subdivision:
Councilor Bray moved the adoption of a resolution authorizing the installation of
seven (7) 100w high pressure fixtures be installed on fourteen foot (14’) fiberglass embedded poles using 100w fixtures to help illuminate a portion of the Riverwalk Section No. 2 Subdivision. The estimated annual cost for these underground lighting fixtures is $2,205.63.
Zone Change (CPH) – Town Board Case # 1060 - MCFARLAND DEVELOPMENT, LLC AND RICHARD ZDYB:
Councilor Young moved the adoption of a resolution calling a Public Hearing May 19,
2014, commencing at 7:35 P.M., local time, to consider the application of
CHANGE from LuC-2 Limited Use for Restaurants and HC-1 Highway Commercial to NC-1 Neighborhood Residential District to allow for a retail and auto-parts store on properties located at 7386 Oswego Road, Tax Map Nos. 104.-03- 05.1 and 104.-03-06.0. Motion was seconded by Councilor Bick.
Ayes-6 and Noes -0. Motion carried.
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The meeting was adjourned at 8:36 P.M. upon motion by Councilor Bray and seconded by Councilor Rowley.
Ayes-6 and Noes-0. Motion carried.
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Jill Hageman-Clark RMC, Town Clerk