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Home My WebLink AboutCAC-10/07/2020 Peter A.Young,Chairman o Town Hall,53095 Main Rd. H Lauren Standish,Secretary dP.O.Box 1179 Southold,NY 11971 Telephone(631)765-1889 Fax(631)765-1823 Conservation Advisory Council Town of Southold MINUTES Wed., October 7, 2020 4:30 PM Zoom Online Platform A meeting of the Southold Town Conservation Advisory Council was held Wed., October 7, 2020 via the Zoom Online Platform. Present were: Peter Young, Chairman John Stein, Member Peter Meeker, Member Carol Brown, Member John Chandler, Member Lauren Standish, Secretary Absent were: James Dinizio, Jr., Town Board Liaison Caroline Burghardt, Member CALL TO ORDER Chairman Peter Young called the meeting to order at 4:31 PM. CHAIRMAN'S ANNOUNCEMENTS REPORTS Caroline Burghardt participated in the Board of Trustees meeting held on Wed., September 16, 2020, however, was not present at the CAC meeting to provide a report. CLIMATE SMART COMMUNITIES PROGRAM Peter Meeker attended the Town Board work session on Tues., October 6th and updated the board members on the CSC Program. There was a discussion on creating a website to meet the requirements of pledge element#9. Peter and Carol will pursue this with Lloyd Reisenberg from the IT Dept. Peter mentioned that he received half of the questionnaires r 2 back from department heads and they were not very helpful, therefore, he will no longer pursue this as a pledge element. Peter Young commented that deadlines don't work and that he should be more persistent. He offered to meet with department heads with Peter Meeker. The council members discussed ways to inspire and inform the public as well as bringing in other stakeholders for assistance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by Peter Meeker, to Approve the Minutes of September 9, 2020. RECOMMENDATIONS -WETLAND PERMIT & COASTAL EROSION PERMIT APPLICATIONS US DEPT. OF HOMELAND SECURITY, PLUM ISLAND ANIMAL DISEASE CENTER for the repair and restoration of the ferry landing bulkhead facilities. Located: Ferry terminal at Plum Island, SCTM#132-1-30 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. US DEPT. OF HOMELAND SECURITY, PLUM ISLAND ANIMAL DISEASE CENER for a 10-year maintenance dredge permit for the Plum Island Harbor. The dredging is needed to allow the continued use of the harbor for passenger and freight ferries essential to the operation of the facility. Spoils are proposed for use as beach/dune nourishment and placed directly on the shoreline of the harbor to the location knows as Pine Point. Estimated yearly maintenance dredge would generate up to 4,400 cy. of spoils with a total volume not to exceed 29,000 cy. over the 10-year period. Located: Plum Island. SCTM#132-1-30 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. Moved by John Stein, seconded by Peter Meeker, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of 1055 SOUNDVIEW ROAD for the demolition and reconstruction of the existing single family dwelling on original footprint; reconstruction of existing multilevel wood deck located 31' from the top of the bank and installation of a new Innovative and Alternative Wastewater Sanitary System. Located: 1055 Soundview Rd., Orient. SCTM#15-3-13 Inspected by: John Stein Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Carol Brown, it was y , 3 RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of US DEPT. OF HOMELAND SECURITY for a 10-year maintenance dredge permit for the Orient Point Harbor to allow for continued use of the harbor for passenger and freight ferries essential to the operation of the facility. Hydraulically dredge to -17.63 ft. or 16' MLW. Spoils are proposed for use as beach nourishment at Orient Point. Located: 40550 Main Rd. Orient. SCTM#15-9-9 Inspected by: John Stein Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of JAMES P. LATHAM to remove and replace (in-place) +/-55' timber groin with low-profile vinyl groin; construct approx. 110 If of low sill vinyl bulkhead in place of existing timber bulkhead, construct 18' low-sill vinyl return, backfill with approx. 50 cy. of clean sandy fill to be trucked in from an approved upland source, and plant backfill area with Spartina alterniflora to create approx. 1,470 of intertidal marsh; and remove approx. 53 If. of existing timber bulkhead remnants. Located: 2805 Peter's Neck Rd., Orient. SCTM#32-1-12.1 Inspected by: John Stein Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Peter Meeker, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of 480 RABBIT LANE, LLC c/o GREG BAUSO to remove existing 66' east bulkhead return and construct new 66' return in-place. Remove 36' west bulkhead return and construct new 36' return in-place. Remove existing 52' jetty completely and construct new 44' jetty in-place. Located: 480 Rabbit Lane, East Marion. SCTM#31-18-10 Inspected by: John Stein Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOVLED to SUPPORT the application of JOSEPH & CAROLYN FERRARA to construct a 3'X 36' fixed dock. Located: 185 Osprey Nest Rd., Greenport. SCTM#35-7-1 Inspected by: John Stein Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried 4 Moved by John Stein, seconded by Peter Meeker, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of MICHAEL & GRACE ANN GRIFFIN to construct 70' rock revetment using new 1 to 2 ton rocks and existing rocks currently on site. Fill any void areas landward of revetment with clean trucked-in fill as needed and regrade bank. Located: 435 Pine Place, East Marion. SCTM#37-4-15.1 Inspected by: John Stein Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by John Chandler, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of ANTHONY TARTAGLIA & JAMES HOWELL to legalize the screened-in porch in bungalow, legalize as-built covered porch at garage/apartment, and upgrade existing sunroom on main house to conditioned space- 280 sf. Located: 55255 North Rd., Greenport. SCTM#44-1-9 Inspected by: John Stein Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by John Chandler, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the application of RACHEL S. LEVIN MURPHY to construct a new two-story single-family dwelling, garage covered deck and swimming pool. Located: 21695 Soundview Ave., Southold. SCTM#135-1-7 Inspected by: John Stein The CAC does Not Support the application as presented. The proposed location of the pool does not meet required setbacks and would be detrimental to the area. The CAC also recommends an updated sanitary system. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of STUART & BETH MACKINNON to remove and replace 76 If. of timber bulkhead in same location as existing with new vinyl bulkhead and provide 10' wide non-turf buffer. Located: 1705 Arshamomaque Ave., Southold. SCTM#66-3-11 f 5 Inspected by: John Stein The CAC Supports the application to replace the bulkhead in the same location and with no increase in height. The bulkhead should remain in line with the adjoining bulkheads. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of the ESTATE OF AUDREY ROTHMAN to remove and replace (in-place) approx. 80 If. of functional portion of existing timber bulkhead with vinyl bulkhead; install +/-14' vinyl return at southerly end of portion of bulkhead to be replaced; backfill with up to 25 cy. of clean sandy fill to be trucked in from an approved upland source; and establish 15' wide non-turf buffer adjacent to reconstructed bulkhead. Located: 3995 Wells Avenue, Southold. SCTM#70-4-1 Inspected by: Peter Young, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application and recommends the replacement of the arch area to meet with the impediment of the bridge. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of LUIS PORTAL for a proposed two-story wood framed residence with basement below area first floor 1,955 sf., 786 sf. second floor, attached garage 560 sf. front and rear porches, new asphalt driveway, new concrete paver walkways, and new 1,250 gallon septic system. Located: 350 Jockey Creek Drive, Southold. SCTM#70-5-52 Inspected by: Peter Young, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application with a 10'-15' non-turf buffer with native vegetation landward of the 75' wetland boundary, installation of drywells in a location further away from the wetlands, and an I/A system in the front yard. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of the FRANKOLA FAMILY TRUST to trim bushes on wetlands. Located: 840 Northfield Lane, Southold. SCTM#71-1-19 6 Inspected by: Peter Young, John Chandler Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of FERNANDO & MARIA VILLA to construct a 4'X 6' cantilevered platform off of existing bulkhead. Install a 32" X 12' seasonal aluminum ramp onto a 6'X 20' seasonal floating dock secured by two 2" dia. steel pipes and provide for water and electric. Located: 15 Sun Lane, Southold. SCTM#76-1-1 Inspected by: Peter Young, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application with a 10' non-turf buffer with native vegetation landward of the bulkhead and dark-skies compliant lighting. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of ANGELA F. GORSKY to construct a 349 sf. sunroom (to replace existing sunroom), proposed deck 471 sf., and existing-1 Y2 story 2,097 single-family dwelling with attached garage. Located: 1020 Glenn Rd., Southold. SCTM#78-2-28 Inspected by Peter Young, John Chandler Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of CIAMPA TRUST PARTNERSHIP (C/O DOUGLAS CIAMPA) to construct 169.48 If. of bulkhead on the seaward side of the subject property using vinyl sheathing and 20" wide top cap installed directly above sheathing and walers. Located: 4075 Paradise Point Rd., Southold. SCTM#81-1-10.1 Inspected by: Peter Young, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application with a 10'-12' non-turf buffer with native vegetation landward of the bulkhead, and any disturbance to the boat ramp should require the installation of drywells along both sides of the ramp. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried 1 7 Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of ROBERT & LAURA BOTKA to remove and replace 314' of wood bulkhead with vinyl bulkhead, excavate and replace soils, re-plank boat launch and extend 3' landward, and install 10' gravel buffer. Located: 660 Windy Point Lane, Private Rd. #12, Southold. SCTM#87-4-2 Inspected by: Peter Young, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application with a 10' non-turf buffer with native vegetation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of CAMERON DOW & MEGAN STRETCHER to construct a 18'X 32' shed with covered porch and extend timber walk from grade using 6" round posts and cedar decking to match existing. Walk extension shall be attached to proposed shed/covered porch. Located: 975 Cedar Point Drive West, Southold. SCTM#90-1-5 Inspected by: Peter Young, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application with a proper drainage plan for the roof run-off. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of KENNETH W. QUIGLEY for the replacement of the existing dock, catwalk, pilings and floating dock; replacement of existing walkway; new walkway 4'X77', new catwalk 4'X 46', and new fixed dock 6'X 20' and 2 new pilings. Located: 2245 Little Peconic Bay Lane, Southold. SCTM#90-1-16 Inspected by: Peter Young, John Chandler Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Peter Meeker, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of CEDAR BEACH 1280 to replace the timber house support piles on a 1070.82 sf. one-story dwelling that has a 265.35 sf. concrete foundation, 204.02 sf. timber porch, 12 sf. concrete steps, 45 sf. timber landing, 12 sf. timber steps, 15 sf. timber steps and a 114 sf. timber deck. Located: 1280 Cedar Point Drive East, Southold. SCTM#90-2-22 8 Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application with the installation of gutters, leaders, and drywells to contain the stormwater runoff. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Peter Meeker, seconded by John Chandler, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of JOSEPH & PATRICIA BRANTUK to construct a 4'X 20' ramp onto a 4'X 67' catwalk onto a 4'X 82' fixed dock with a 32"X 12' seasonal aluminum ramp onto a seasonal 6'X 20' floating dock chocked off of the bottom, secured in-place by four 8" dia. pilings. Located: 44632 Route 25, Southold. SCTM#86-6-31.3 Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application with the Condition the overall length of the docking facility doesn't exceed 85'. The proposed length of the dock is excessive for the area. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried STEVEN & DEBORAH WICK to demolish the old deck and replace it with new deck, 30" wider than the existing. Located: 1541 Stillwater Ave., Cutchogue. SCTM#103-1-p/o19 Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Carol Brown The CAC does not have a recommendation at this time. During the site visit, the applicant indicated that the project description had been amended. The CAC requests a formal site plan with a definitive project description. Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by Peter Meeker, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of DANIEL C. OAKLEY & EILEEN B. OAKLEY to remove existing floating dock and pilings. Construct new floating dock consisting of a 4'X 12.5' hinged ramp and a 6'X 20' floating dock secured by two (2) 8" dia. pilings, relocation of existing wood walk to new ramp, and addition of water and electricity. Located: 3310 Little Neck Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#103-9-12 Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application with dark skies compliant lighting, flow-thru decking, and a 10' non-turf buffer with native vegetation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All t � 9 Motion Carried Moved by Peter Meeker, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of KRISTOPHER PILLES for the relocation and elevation of the exiting house. Bulkhead to be raised and the replacement of the current sanitary system for an updated I/A OWTS. Located: 560 Fisherman's Beach Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#1 11-1-16 Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application with drainage for the outdoor shower, and questions the method of filling in the foundation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by Peter Meeker, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of LYNNE S. CHANIN to remove and replace (in-place) existing timber dock, consisting of a 3'X 115' fixed timber catwalk (to be reconstructed with open-grate decking), a TX 12' ramp, and a 6'X 16' float secured by two (2) 8" dia. pilings; and connect dock to water and electricity. Located: 590 Fisherman's Beach Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#111-1-17.1 Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application with dark skies compliant lighting and flow-thru decking. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by Peter Meeker, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of HEATH GRAY & MILLY RHODES to demolish the existing dwelling and construct a new two-story single-family dwelling with attached garage, porches, swimming pool and association construction. Located: 350 Aborn Lane, Cutchogue. SCTM#118-5-5 (8570 Nassau Point Road) Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application, however, recommends the pool is moved closer to the road and a drywells is install to contain the pool backwash. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried 10 Moved by Peter Meeker, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of SUSAN MARY NORRIS & MJN, LLC to remove existing stairway to beach. Remove 181' of existing bulkhead. Construct 181' of new bulkhead in-place and reinstall stairway to beach. Regrade disturbed area landward of new bulkhead. Located: 9580 Nassau Point Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#118-6-8 Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application with a 15' non-turf vegetated buffer with native vegetation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Peter Meeker, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of FABRY FAMILY IRR. TRUST to remove existing deteriorated timber retaining wall and replace with 53 If. of new vinyl retaining wall in same exact location as existing. Located: 3700 Deep Hole Dr., Mattituck. SCTM#115-17-7 Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application with a 10' non-turf buffer with native vegetation. The CAC defines the structure as a bulkhead and not as a retaining wall. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Peter Meeker, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of ROBERT LEIGHTON to restore existing boat ramp using inter-locking pavers 9'X 30', maintain 20% slope to grade concrete pavers set on 3" deep clean sand; plant top '/ of tide range with Spartina Alterniflora and Spartina patens, remove 15 cy. of slope and phragmites and remove visible concrete blocks. Located: 335 Rochelle Place, Mattituck. SCTM#144-4-10 Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application with run-off mitigation and a 10' non-turf buffer with native vegetation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried RECOMMENDATIONS-APPLICATIONS TO AMEND WETLAND & COASTAL EROSION PERMIT APPLICATIONS 11 Moved by John Stein, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of 40200 MAIN, LLC (ORIENT BY THE SEA) c/o RWN MANAGEMENT, LLC to Amend Wetland Permit#9582 and Coastal Erosion Permit#9582C to reconfigure the proposed dingy dock assembly on the south side of the restaurant. Located: 40200 Main Road, Orient. SCTM#15-9-8.1 Inspected by: John Stein Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the application of STEVE & MARICA DONADIC to Amend Wetland Permit#9500 for the hand removal of the bamboo, revetment by coir logs, and a conventional galley system for storm water run-off. Located: 1071 Bay Home Rd., Southold. SCTM#56-5-37 The CAC does Not Support the application consistent with the CAC review in 2019 - the project is within a flood zone, there was evidence of standing water, and the setbacks are less than 100'. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried FISHERS ISLAND (AIRPORT) TOWN OF SOUTHOLD (WM) TOWN OF SOUTHOLD to reduce/eliminate invasive Phragmites and facilitate the return of beneficial native vegetation. Located: SW Tip of Fishers Island. South of Whistler Ave., 500 Airport Rd., Fishers Island. SCTM#12-1-18 & 12-1-1.1 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. R. BRADFORD BURNHAM III for the construction of a new 455 sf. one-story detached residential garage. Located: 2646 Peninsula Rd., Fishers Island. SCTM#10-3-4.1 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. WILLIAM J. DOTSON, JR. to reconstruct 150 If. of wood timber and batter-braced pile supported pier with associated rails, water/electric utilities, deck lights, ladders and access 12 steps. Reconstruct 34 If. wood timber and pile supported pier"L" and lower platform. Install new tie-off piles with tide slides and relocate/replace one existing tie-off pile as necessary. Located: 1478 Barlow Pond Lane, Fishers Island. SCTM#7-1-3 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. ALICE HANLEY to repair two damaged sections of an existing slope protection. Remove approx. 400 sf. of damaged concrete and loose stones, place large boulders along the face of the damaged area; top with stones and replace concrete fill. In the second area the applicant proposes to remove approx. 500 sf. of damaged concrete and loose stones, place large boulders along the face of the exposed concrete wall, place filter fabric and stone in the damaged area, top with stones and replace concrete fill. Any cracks in the existing concrete wall will be grouted. Located: 6337 Castle Road, Fishers Island. SCTM#1-2-4 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. Carol Brown will participate in the next Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for Wed., October 14, 2020 via the Zoom Online Platform. The next meeting of the Conservation Advisory Council will be held on Thurs., November 12, 2020 via the Zoom Online Platform. There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting-was adjourned at 6:45PM. Respectfully submitted by, �O'Uun vrn . AmPA Lauren M. Standish, Secretary Conservation Advisory Council