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Home My WebLink AboutCAC-06/09/2021 a � , 9g+�FFQ(k Peter A.Young,Chairmany -� Town Hall,53095 Main Rd. Lauren Standish,Secretary f P.O.Box 1179 'F Southold,NY 11971 Telephone(631)765-1889 Fax(631)765-1823 Conservation Advisory Council Town of Southold MINUTES Wed., June 9, 2021 4:30 PM Zoom Online Platform A meeting of the Southold Town Conservation Advisory Council was held Wed., June 9, 2021 via the Zoom Online Platform. Present were: Carol Brown, Acting-Chairperson John Stein, Member Caroline Burghardt, Member John Chandler, Member Maggie Merrill, Member Shannon Wright, Member Lauren Standish, Secretary Absent: Peter Young, Chairperson James Dinizio, Jr., Town Board Liaison CALL TO ORDER Acting-Chairperson Carol Brown called the meeting to order at'4:37PM. CHAIRMAN'S ANNOUCEMENTS Acting-Chairperson Carol Brown introduced Maggie Merrill and Shannon Wright as the new members to the CAC. She directed them to the CAC's website to review the mission statement and wetland codes and other useful information. CLIMATE SMART COMMUNITIES PROGRAM Carol explained the CSC program to the new members and directed them to the website for details of the program, including the pledge, categories of actions, and points. John Stein, as the new CSC coordinator, and Carol Brown recently met with the Board of Trustees. He asked the Board to consider issuing violations to homeowners and the 2 contractors for as-built construction. He will continue the discussion with the town attorney at a later date. REPORTS Carol attended the Board of Trustees meeting held on May 19th. The meeting was business as usual and with some conditional approvals. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Caroline Burghardt, seconded by John Chandler, to Approve the Minutes of May 12, 2021. RECOMMENDATIONS -WETLAND PERMIT & COASTAL EROSION PERMIT APPLICATIONS Moved by John Stein, seconded by John Chandler, it was . RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of TIMOTHY C. QUINN, JR. to construct 195' ton of 1.5 to 3 ton rock and coir log revetment. Reconstruct existing lower stair platform and stairway to beach, in-place. Install jute matting and terracing boards in eroded areas down bluff, as needed. Place fill behind terracing boards. Revegetate slope with native plantings. Located: 1 Mulford Court, Orient. SCTM#14-2-1.6 Inspected by: John Stein The CAC Supports the application using best management practices and retractable stairs at the base of the staircase. Vote of Council: Ayes: John Stein, John Chandler, Carol Brown, Maggie Merrill, Shannon Wright Motion Carried Recused: Caroline Burghardt Moved by John Stein, seconded by Caroline Burghardt, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of STEVEN EISMAN &VALERIE FEIGEN to clean out non-wetland vegetation to open areas along driveway and septic and add additional native plant species around walkway/deck and area between and around pool. Located: 18603 Main Rd., East Marion. SCTM#17-5-3.2 Inspected by: Caroline Burghardt, John Stein The CAC Supports the application using best management practices and all landscaping with evasive plants be kept away from the shore. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried 3 Moved by John Stein, seconded by Caroline Burghardt, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of NEOFITOS STEFANIDES/LEFKARA HOLDINGS LLC to remove invasive vegetation, restore with no mow fescue sod, 70'X62'X 70' with gates and 30' vegetated buffer and landscape plan; and install a propane take 90' from the top of bluff. Located: 1070 The Strand, East Marion. SCTM#30-2-77 Inspected by: Caroline Burghardt, John Stein The CAC Supports the application using best management practices. Fescue sod should not be installed due to the concern with the area being mowed and maintained. The area should be vegetated using only native vegetation or spartina. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Caroline Burghardt, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of 1420 TRUMANS PATH LLC to demolish existing one-story, 768 sf. single-family dwelling, and construct farther from the wetlands with a new two-story, 648 sf. single-family dwelling with 12 sf. front porch and steps, 302 sf. attached deck, and basement entry; remove existing nonconforming septic system, and install new I/A sanitary system outside Ch-. 275 jurisdiction; install drainage system of drywells to collect and recharge roof run-off; and maintain a 50' non-disturbance buffer adjacent to the freshwater wetland boundary. Located: 1420 Trumans Path, East Marion. SCTM#31-12-12 Inspected by: Caroline Burghardt, John Stein The CAC Supports the application using best management practices. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Caroline Burghardt, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of SIGURDSSON BALDUR, LLC, Wade Guyton, Manager to construct a 1,712 sf. two-story dwelling, 680 sf. in-ground swimming pool with a surrounding 680 sf. terrace; and to resurface an approx. 1,668 sf. asphalt driveway, as well as to establish a 10' wide non-turf buffer area landward of the top of the existing bluff. Located: 1800 Hyatt Rd., Southold. SCTM#50-1-4 Inspected by: Caroline Burghardt, John Stein The CAC Supports the application and recommends an I/A septic system. Vote of Council: Ayes: All 4 Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by John Chandler, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of GOLDSMITH'S BOAT SHOP, INC. to restore, enhance, and stabilize 57' X 394' portion of naturalized breakwater at mouth of commercial marina basin, incorporating living shoreline methodology as follows: 1) raise elevation of breakwater by up to 4' using approx. 1,800 cy. of clean sandy fill from an upland source, to be planted with approx. 11,000 sf. of salt tolerant native vegetation; 2) stabilize south/windward face of raised breakwater with 450 If. of 1-4 ton stone armor (1,095) on filter cloth; 3) stabilize north/leeward face of raised breakwater with 394 If. of 150 to 500 Ib. stone rip-rap (approx. 150 cy.); 4) stabilize north, west and east sides of raised breakwater with 497 If. of low-sill vinyl bulkhead; and 5) establish approx. 5,200 sf. of vegetated tidal marsh on north side of raised breakwater by dredging +12" below MHW); and 5) establish approx. 5,200 sf. of vegetated tidal marsh on north side of raised breakwater by dredging 12' wide, approx. 4,800 sf. area north of low-sill bulkhead to a max. depth of-2'MLW, using approx. 240 cy. sand/silt spoil to backfill approx. 13' wide, 5,200 sf. area south of low-sill bulkhead (partially over rip-rap), and planting backfill area with approx. 5,200 sf. of vegetated tidal marsh, including Spartina alterniflora, between low-sill bulkhead and MHW, and Spartina patens, between MHW and SHW. Located: 64150 Main Road, Southold. SCTM#56-74 Inspected by: John Stein The CAC Supports the application and recommends Cornell's livin,g shoreline support. Vote of Council: Ayes: John Stein, Carol Brown, John Chandler, Maggie Merrill, Shannon Wright Motion Carried Recused: Caroline Burghardt Moved by Caroline Burghardt, seconded by John Stein, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of PECONIC RIVER LLC to demolish existing two-story, FEMA-noncompliant, single-family dwelling with 460 sf. attached deck and 761 sf. detached garage, and construct at least +17' farther landward a new 1 to 2-story, 3,200 sf. FEMA compliant, single-family dwelling with 106 sf. entry porch, 945 sf. attached deck, 850 sf. attached garage, 850 sf. swimming pool, 580 sf. structurally detached deck,'and 7X 46' uncovered basement egress; remove existing nonconforming septic system and install new I/A sanitary system outside Ch. 275 jurisdiction; install drainage system of drywells to collect and recharge roof run-off and pool backwash; install new pervious gravel driveway and parking areas; remove specified trees; and establish a 27' to 39' wide, approx. 5,959 sf. buffer area adjacent to bulkhead, including existing 4,259 sf. naturally vegetated embankment and additional 1,700 sf. non-turf buffer to be established in place of existing lawn along top of bank. Located: 450 Basin Road, Southold. SCTM#81-1-18.1 Inspected by: Caroline Burghardt, John Stein 5 The CAC Supports the application, however, there is a concern with lot coverage. The proposed dwelling is too close to the bluff and should be moved further landward, and there should be at least a 10'-15' non-turf buffer planted with native vegetation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Caroline Burghardt, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of TIMOTHY J. & GINAMARIE STUMP to construct a 315 If. low-sill bulkhead and backfill with approx. 100 cy. of course clean sand just below lowered sheathings. Maintain approx. 2.5 to 1 slope from top of sloughed bank and then flat to bulkhead. Install approx. 3,200 sf. of filter fabric over disturbed area and fasten with 8" galv. pins. Plant spartina alterniflora to HWM and then spartina patens to undisturbed line 1' on center. Located: 2200 Minnehaha Blvd., Southold. SCTM#87-3-61 Inspected by: Caroline Burghardt, John Stein The CAC Supports the application and recommends a 3:1 slope rather than a 2.5 to 1 slope from top of sloughed bank and then flat to bulkhead. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Caroline Burghardt, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of JANICE HILLMAN SITYLES to construct a 4'X 18' walkway with a staircase consisting of 3 treads and 4 risers with thru-flow decking (72 sf.) connected to a 4'X24' fixed dock with thru-flow decking (96 sf.) 168 sf. total. Install 14 8" dia. pilings as shown on site plan. Located: 8340 Main Bayview Road, Southold. SCTM#87-5-23.2 Inspected by: Caroline Burghardt, John Stein The CAC Supports the application using thru-flow decking, best management practices and the installation of silt fencing and hay bales during construction. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Caroline Burghardt, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of RICHARD & GINA BONATI to remove existing wood bulkhead, small deck and wood stairs, replace with vinyl bulkhead in same location w/two (2) 8' returns; replace 4'X 8' wood deck at easterly side of new bulkhead; 6 install removable wood or aluminum staircase to shoreline; 3'X7' new bulkhead height to match adjoining bulkheads; and restore disturbed non-turf buffer. Located: 1315 Watersedge Way, Southold. SCTM#88-5-68 Inspected by: Caroline Burghardt, John Stein Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of DAVID & PATRICIA O'DAY for the as-built construction of 20.8X 40.2' deck with steps; 725 sf. grade-level masonry pool patio; and 430 sf. grade-level pervious gravel fire-pit patio with associated +/-30 If stone landscape wall. Located: 2700 Arrowhead Lane, Peconic. SCTM#98-2-20.1 Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application and recommends the buffer is enhanced/extended along the edge of wetlands. The CAC questions the location of the sanitary system and drywells for the pool hackwash. nVnroteon■f^Coquncil: Ayes: RNI Qtl:}o3ii.,.4�1_Fte. !`aFx'.t(PtS,fit t.i 1'3''+:.,.p>t1`i. adv{qt,,g. +1,1F.YJL rJ n•.• Niy` ^::'. i, ^�.loj p' t { y 1 ,.. '.5 i' :N'1'F•a.•..tr'y_� :v Y :Y i\':, .; 1 y- F o _.. .. L :. ..'1 M' e v �f,� . ; }:~.t5t• t•� .• ;. „^'i 3tt•1 ' •j' ,j. �t .if^,e, .., dy ,y w I , i.•ti._i twy�.'.., .M..;t"- '•,e.:':"i r i�.t:'•,:{ ' ,li;'.°` _ •}t .}�'i •° .ttu , Moved by John'Chandler, seconded by Carol Brown, it 'was , RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of RJJ PROPERTIES LLC to remove and replace 100' existing creosote bulkhead, with a new vinyl bulkhead in place at an elevation 6" higher to match neighboring walls. Lift existing permitted 14'X 44' deck and support at higher elevation. Change decking to IPE, install seasonal 3' wide steps to beach. Install 40 cy. clean sand along new bulkhead. Area to remain non-turf behind bulkhead. Located: 7225 Nassau Point Road, Cutchogue. SCTM#111-15-12 Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application to replace the bulkhead, however, the platform should be reduced to 100 sf. of less to comply with the town code, and retractable steps to the beach. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of STEVE & JANE PETERSON REV.TRUST to install a swimming pool (14'X 28') located 55' landward of the tidal wetland boundary to the south, as well as an on-grade bluestone patio (10'X 18') located 52' landward of the tidal wetlands thereon. Located: 300 Jacksons Landing, Mattituck. SCTM#113-4-5 Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application as submitted, and only as submitted. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of 1663 BRIDGE LANE, LLC C/O DONALD BRENNAN to remove and dispose of the following four existing jetties: jetty#1: 75' long, jetty#2: 50' long, jetty#3: 50' long and jetty#4: 50 long. Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler Located: 1663 Bridge Lane, Cutchogue. SCTM#118-2-4.2 Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler Vote of Council: Ayes: John Chandler, John Stein, Carol Brown, Maggie Merrill Motion Carried Recused: Caroline Burghardt Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of JAMES WEEDEN to construct 178' of 1.5 to 2 ton rock revetment landward of the tidal wetland boundary and top of existing bank. Install 12" fiber coir log at base of bank. Provide 10' wide non-turf buffer landward of rock revetment. Vegetate buffer area with Cape American Beachgrass and replant any disturbed plantings in the wetland area. Located: 1175 Bridge Lane, Cutchogue. SCTM#118-2-16.1 Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler Vote of Council: Ayes: John Chandler, John Stein, Carol Brown, Maggie Merrill Motion Carried Recused: Caroline Burghardt Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by John Stein, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the application.of ALFRED & MARY MAGILL for the as- built dock, float and catwalk. Located: 1145 Fleetwood Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#137-4-26 Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler • 8 The CAC does Not Support the application as submitted. There is a concern with the safety of the structure and the dangerous construction. The structure should be completely removed and reconstructed properly with cross supports and a hand-rail. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOVLED to SUPPORT the application of ANNETTE CAMPBELL to replace deteriorating and dangerous catwalk to same specifications as existing. Located: 1185 Fleetwood Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#137-4-27 Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application, however, there was concern with the height and should be verified to the high tide. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application JAMES J. & DAWN M. DEERKOSKI to legalize an as-built 2,628 sf. single-family dwelling, covered front entry porch; remove as- built rear deck, 202 sf. rear screen porch, 130 sf. retaining wall, and 2,700 sf. of driveway; alter an additional 100 sf. of driveway; and construct a new proposed 105 sf. shed, proposed 145 sf. of rear overhang, proposed 394,sf. rear deck, and proposed 648 sf. swimming pool with at grade patio. Located: 260 Deer Drive, Mattituck. SCTM#114-10-2 Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler The CAC Supports the application, however, details of the pool construction were not included in the application. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by John Chandler, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of STRONG'S MARINE, INC. to remove and replace (in-place) approx. 168 If. of existing timber bulkhead with vinyl bulkhead; incidentally dredge 10'X 100' area adjacent to .new bulkhead to a maximum depth of-4' MLW, and use approx. 40 cy. of sand/silt spoil 'as backfill; and restore existing bluestone parking area adjacent to bulkhead with clean fill and gravel. Located: 2402 Camp Mineola Rd., Mattituck. SCTM#122-9-5 & 6.2 Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler 9 Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by John Chandler, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of BARBARA BELL to install new windows and door going out to deck, raise roof to make room for larger windows and door, and new balcony. Located: 1055 Soundview Ave., Mattituck. SCTM#94-1-9 Inspected by: Carol Brown, John Chandler Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried FISHERS ISLAND ELIZABETH W. FURSE for an existing two-story wing of the original house that was built in the 1980's. Demolish wing as soon as possible and replace with a one-story wing of roughly the same shape as the existing. New addition will be smaller in area, volume and height,, and with no increase of non-conformity in setbacks. Setback to the coastline will be slightly increased over the existing. Located: 776 Bell Hill Ave., Fishers Island. SCTM#9-3-2.2 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. JAMES H. CARNEY to add a second-floor addition over an existing one-story wing; remove a small portion of the existing roof to make an inset dormer; construct a new covered porch at the rear of the property 286 sf.; and construct a new one-story addition at rear corner of the house. Located: 1852 Equestrian Ave., Fishers Island. SCTM#9-6-3 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. FISHERS ISLAND YACHT CLUB to remove 90 If. of line mooring including associated piles, install eight new 24'X 4' wide finger floats with associated restraint piles and tie- off/fender piles, four each at existing tee floats waterward of the apparent high water line. Located: Central Avenue, Fishers Island. SCTM#10-1-9 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. 4 10 THOMAS SHILLO to remove existing ramp, float and piling, as necessary, and install 4'X 16' ramp, 10 new piles and two 8'X 20' floats. Located: 520 Sterling St., Fishers Island. SCTM#10-9-6.1 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. John Chandler will participate in the next Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for Wed., June 16, 2021 via the Zoom Online Platform. The next meeting of the Conservation Advisory Council will be held on Wed., July 7, 2021 at 4:30PM in the Conference Room and via the Zoom Online Platform. _There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:30PM. Respectfully submitted by, (�(auu it -TY) � —qUevW k)- Lauren M. Standish, Secretary Conservation Advisory Council i 1