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Regular Meeting Planning Board October 9, 2013
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The regular meeting of the Planning Board of the Town of Clay, County of Onondaga was held at Town Hall located at 4401 State Route 31, Clay, New York on the 9th of October 2013. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Hess at 7:30 PM and upon roll being called, the following were:
PRESENT:
David Hess
Chairman Karen Guinup
Deputy Chairperson Hal Henty
Member Allen Kovac
Member Russ Mitchell
Member James Palumbo
Member Michelle Borton
Member Mark Territo Commissioner of Planning & Development
Scott Chatfield
Planning Board Attorney
Ron DeTota C & S Engineers
Linda Simmons
Planning Board Secretary
A motion was made by James Palumbo seconded by Allen Kovac to approve the minutes of the
previous meeting.
Motion Passed 7-0
**7:30 P.M. - Case #2013-034 – Willow Stream Apartments North – Updates (3) – Amended Site Plan – 3774 New York State Route 31
Chairman Hess opened the public hearing. James Trasher representing Alberici and sons was present to discuss the proposal. He stated that they are proposing a stockade fence with a planting of trees along the fence to shelter the maintenance equipment. He states that the two dumpster sites will remain the same with enclosures. The metal gate with breakaway feature for emergency vehicle use will be maintained. Trees along the fence will be used to block the view of trucks from neighbors. Trees to be planted about 20 feet apart. The standing rocks will be moved or placed on outside of fence.
Neighbor Martin Golanka spoke. He stated that he resides directly across the road from entrance. He stated that entrance is used very frequently. He stated that he is concerned about rollaway dumpsters. He states when they are moved that his house shakes, and the roads are getting beat up. He states the roads are dusty when dry and muddy when wet. The use of cedar fencing concerns him, he feels something more is needed that would be easier to maintain. He is wondering if driveway is to be paved. Is a dead end sign or no outlet sign to be installed? Other Regular Meeting Planning Board October 9, 2013
2 neighbors spoke citing similar concerns. Ms. Luteran asked if it is necessary for emergency access.
Main concerns consist of:
Settlement of:
A motion was made by Russ Mitchell and seconded by James Palumbo to close the Public
Hearing.
Motion Passed 7-0
A motion was made by Hal Henty and seconded by Karen Guinup to adjourn to October 23,
2013 hearing.
Motion Passed 7-0.
**7:35 P.M. - Case #2013-035 – Lands of Martin (3) – Preliminary Plat – end of Millbrook Road
Chairman Hess opened the public hearing. Tim Coyer of Ianuzzi and Romans was present on behalf of the applicant. Tim stated that this parcel is part of a parcel on Buckley Road. They are 2 separate tax parcels that were subdivided by deed, rather than through the formal subdivision process, which makes the 2 lots illegal in the Town’s eyes. Currently snow is plowed onto the parcel in question. Written agreement needs to be presented. Mr. Weaver is subject to this agreement in writing. County has not reviewed this. This can be reviewed by the county within 6 years.
2. Agreement with the highway supervisor regarding the snow plowing needs to be obtained 3. Sanitary agreement needs to be in place.
Applicant is willing to accept risk from October 23, 2013 to November 13, 2013. The Board is not at risk.
The Town is not at risk.
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3 This can be re-approved in November 13, 2013 and this will solidify this.
A motion was made by Hal Henty and seconded by Russ Mitchell to close the public hearing.
Motion Passed 7-0
A motion was made by Hal Henty seconded by James Palumbo to adjourn to October 23, 2013.
Motion Passed 7-0
Road (Adjourned from 2 previous meeting)
Chairman Hess explained that the applicant has withdrawn this request.
A motion was made by Karen Guinup and seconded by Allen Kovac to adjourn the Public
Hearing to November 13, 2013.
Motion Passed 7-0
Hal Romans was present on behalf of the applicant.
A motion was made by Russ Mitchell seconded by Allen Kovac using form #40, granting Final
Plat Approval to The Farmstead, Section No. 1, for property located in the R-15 zoning district, located at 4834 Grange Rd., Case # 2013-033 based on a map by Ianuzzi and Romans, being file #1431.037 dated June 27, 2013 last revised July 9, 2013. Approval is subject to all engineering and legal requirements.
Motion Passed 7-0
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A motion was made by Russ Mitchell and seconded by Karen Guinup to adjourn to October 23,
2013.
Motion Passed 7-0
None
Work Session:
None
A motion was made by Michelle Borton, seconded by Karen Guinup to adjourn the meeting at
9:17 PM.
Motion Passed 7-0
Respectfully Submitted
Linda Simmons