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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCAC-04/26/1994 T Town Hall, 53095 Main Road Ln Telephone 0 P.O. Box 1179 (516) 765-1801 Southold. New York 11971 SOUTHOLD TOWN CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 26, 1994 The meeting of the Southold Town ,Conservation Advisory Council was held TUESDAY,` APRIL 26, 1994 at 4:00 P.M. in the Conference Room at Southold Town Hall, Main Road, Southold, New York. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Bruce Loucka. Present were: Bruce Loucka, Chairman Stephen Angell, Member Robert Keith, Member John "Jack" Hagerty, , Member- Patricia Isaksen, Member Betty Wells, Member Allan Connell, Member Linda Cooper, Secretary CHAIRMAN'S ANNOUNCEMENTS Chairman Loucka - reported that the Peconic Estuary Program's (PEP) Citizen Advisory Committee need a CAC representative. Betty Wells volunteered to represent the CAC at the PEP meetings. Chairman Loucka also - reported that the Board of Trustees' Shellfish Advisory Committee had been formed and were working on two creeks, Goose Creek and Mill Creek. The Committee would need CAC volunteers to once again do water sampling at the two creeks.- The Shellfish Committee's project would work in two phases. Phase I would identify the areas where counts are high. Phase II would focus on water sampling. REPORTS Due to the number of applications for discussion, reports. were dispensed with this meeting. 1 Minutes April 26, 1994 RECOMMENDATION OF WETLAND APPLICATIONS No. 1125 Moved by Bruce Loucka, seconded by Stephen Angell, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH PROVISIONS of the Wetland Application' of CHRIST STRATAKIS 33-4-5 to reconstruct an existing stairway and platform arrangement from top of bluff to beach. - A 6' x 6' shed will be built adjacent to the stairs for storage of an outboard motor, oars, life vests, etc. The CAC recommends approval provided the disturbed• soil and fill behind seawall is revegetated and steps be 4' above slope. Sound Drive, Greenport Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. No. 1126 Moved by Robert Keith, seconded by Patricia Isaksen, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH STIPULATIONS. of the Wetland Application of. RICHARD BURDEN 122-4-15, 16 to replace (within 18") 107 l.f. of existing timber bulkhead and add 15' return on west side_ and 20' return on east side. New "bulkhead will be 18" higher than existing. Dredge up to 10' in front to maximum depth of 3' below MLW. Approximately 50 c.y. of spoil will be placed behind bulkhead as backfill. Construct a swimming pool and decks landward of bulkhead as shown on submitted site plan of Van Tuyl. An additional 75 +/- c.y. of fill will be trucked in from an upland source. WAIVER REQUESTED for all work landward of bulkhead. The CAC recommends approval provided the applicant allow a 10' buffer of natural vegetation and the pool is moved to the southeast sideyard. 2800 Ole Jule Lane, Mattituck Vote of Council: Ayes: All , Motion carried. No. 1127 Moved by Allan Connell, seconded by Patricia Isaksen, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH PROVISIONS the Wetland Applications of MR. &- MRS. THOMAS KELLY 111-5-1 to erect a new prefabricated 8' x 12' wood storage shed adjacent to existing patio and bulkhead; and repair existing wood stair to beach at bulkhead. The Council recommends approval provided the shed is placed adjacent to the guest parking area and not on the edge of the bulkhead; the area at- the beginning of the footpath to the beach be bermed off and tied to existing slope on each side to prevent runoff into the bay. 1050 West Cove Road, Cutchogue Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. Page 2 ` G l Minutes April 26, 1994 No. 1128 Moved by Robert Keith, seconded by Jack Hagerty, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH STIPULATIONS of the Wetland Application of THOMAS AND ROBY GLUCKMAN 111-5-2 to construct a swimming pool with appurtenant deck and pool house. The CAC recommends - approval with the stipulation that. the area below the pool be bermed off and plant beach grass on the berm and bluff; all runoff is to be contained on site; move pool to 75' away from existing bulkhead (swing pool area 90 degrees and adjust) . 1350 West Cove Road, Cutchogue - Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried.. No. 1129 Moved by Stephen Angell, seconded by- Allan Connell, it was RESOLVED to _recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH STIPULATIONS of the Wetland Application of FRANCIS S. -PERRONE _ 111-1-21 to replace pilings, floating dock and walkway damaged in December 1992 storm. 6' x 20' dock, 4' x 16' ramp. The CAC recommends approval with the stipulation that spartina patens by planted. on the bare area of the beach above the Mean High Tide mark; make catwalk 3' wide with railings and elevate catwalk to 3 •1/2' above grade and extend the elevated catwalk to within 5' of road to'_ ramp to allow vegetation of the beach area. Haywaters Road, Cutchogue Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. No. 1130 Moved by Allan Connell, seconded by Jack Hagerty, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH STIPULATION of the Wetland Application of DONALD MAGGIO 86-2-11 to construct a dock as shown on submitted survey and plan of proposed dock. The CAC recommends approval with the stipulation that upland of - the Mean High Tide Mark, the elevate the ramp to 4' 'above.grade. '3635 Wells Road,. Peconic Vote of Council: Ayes: Bruce Loucka, Stephen Angell, Jack Hagerty, Patricia Isaksen, Robert Keith and Allan Connell Nays: Betty Wells Motion carried. . No. 1131 Moved by Robert Keith, seconded by Stephen Angell, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees DISAPPROVAL of the Wetland Application of RONALD STRITZLER 94-1-14 to construct a retaining wall 410' long, typically 6' ,above grade, with returns at each end. Length of returns. estimated .from survey to be 12' at west end and 22' at- east end; actual lengths to be determined during construction by intersection of top of retaining wall with face of bluff. Smooth face of Page 3 _ - Minutes - April 26, 1994 bluff, in accordance with recommendations of Suffolk County Soil and' Water ` Conservation District, to permit revegetation and minimize further erosion from run-off; use material resulting from smoothing as backfill behind retaining wall. . The CAC recommends disapproval because it is not needed. The CAC suggests the applicant stop .the runoff from the lawn and provide a buffer , of natural vegetation or a berm to prevent the runoff. The Council also suggests the applicant stop throwing lumber and other materials off the, cliff. 3055 Sound View Avenue, Mattituck - Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried No. 1132 Moved by Stephen Angell;. seconded by Robert Keith, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH . STIPULATIONS of the Wetland Application of RICHARD K. FRERKING 115-12-9 to erect catwalk and floating dock per submitted plans next to area previously used as a boat mooring (stakes still exist. Catwalk 50' x 4'; ramp 4' x 121; 6' x 12' float in "T" configuration. The CAC recommends approval with the stipulation that the catwalk be 3' wide and elevated 4' above the high tide mark; also the Council is concerned by the length-of the project, The length of the project- should be determined by need and must not extend beyond what is shown on the application.' 680 Deep Hole Drive, Mattituck Vote- of Council: Ayes: Bruce Loucka, Stephen Angell, Robert Keith, Betty , Wells, Jack Hagerty, and Allan Connell Abstain: Patricia Isaksen No. 1133 Moved by Bruce Loucka, 'seconded by Jack Hagerty, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the Wetland Application of CEDAR BEACH MARINE SCIENCE CENTER 93-2-2.4 tb conduct scientific research relating to the growth of. cordgrass in fixed height intertidal shelves. In order to conduct the research applicant proposes to construct four intertidal wooden shelves to hold sand. Marine. Learning Center, Cedar Beach, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All • Motion carried. No. 1134 ROBERT PATTERSON 6-1-10 to construct. guest rooms, terrace, walk,- deck platforms . and to install additional , drywell in existing sanitary system. All construction activity to take place a minimum- of 55' from freshwater wetlands. A continuous line of staked hay bales shall be installed prior to and maintained during all phases of construction activities and an area of "no disturbance" shall be maintained. Crescent Avenue, Fishers Island NO RECOMMENDATION, THE CAC DID, NOT MAKE AN INSPECTION Page 4 Minutes April 26, 1994 No. 1135 ROBERT CALHOUN JR. 3-2-2 to construct a swimming pool, terrace, stairs, decking and pool backwash all at a point greater than 75' from existing tidal wetlands line. To install a sanitary system as per SCDHS standards at a point greater. that 125' from existing tidal wetlands line. To truck in approximately 200 c.y. of clean fill for regrading and the installation of a stone (pervious) parking area on what is now a dirt parking area approximately 40' from existing tidal wetlands line. Parking area shall be in the same footprint as existing parking area, existing catch basin shell be utilized or reconstructed. Entire limits of construction shall be enveloped by a continuous line of stated hay bales which shall be installed prior to and maintained during all periods of- construction activity. East End Road, Fishers Island NO RECOMMENDATION, THE CAC DID NOT MAKE AN INSPECTION No. 1136 Moved by Allan Connell, seconded by Jack Hagerty," it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the Wetland Application of PETER WERTZ 88-6-15 to clear land and construct a one family structure with septic and leaching pools. Property to be graded and planted with appropriate shrubs, grasses and trees to protect and .prevent erosion and loss of soil. Private Road, E/O Sunset Lane, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried No. 1137 Moved by Stephen Angell, seconded by Robert Keith, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the Wetland Application of NEW SUFFOLK SHIPYARD 117-5-29.1 to demolish an existing boat storage and replace with a smaller metal building. New structure to be further from water than existing building (56' vs. 33') and will have drywells which present structure does not have. Remainder of area of old building will be covered with b.luestone to_ match existing yard. Area shown on survey as "covered shed" with "X" (on submitted plans)' will be used for installation of outdoor boat storage racks. The CAC suggests the outdoor boat storage racks, when stored with boats, be no higher than the shed. New Suffolk Road, New Suffolk Vote of Council: ' Ayes: All Motion carried. No. 1138 Moved by Patricia Isaksen, seconded by Robert Keith, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS of the Wetland Application of CUTCHOGUE HARBOR 110-1-12 to remove existing pilings, piers, floating docks and ramps and install new floating docks, pilings, and ramps. The Council recommends approval of the project provided the total number of slips does not exceed the number of any previously approved slips. 3350 West Creek Avenue, Cutchogue Page 5 Minutes �- April 26, 1994 Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried No. 1139 Moved by Allan Connell, seconded by Robert Keith, it was RESOLVED to TABLE the Wetland Application of HAROLD AVENT 115-10-2 to secure a building footprint to construct a one family dwelling. The CAC tabled the application because it was incomplete. It was unclear where the 75' wetland line was and the location of the house in • relation to the wetland line. New Suffolk Avenue, Mattituck Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. No. 1140 THOMAS RUSSELL 6-1-2 to reconstruct/upgrade an existing rock revetment by installing a 65' x 18' rock slope. 2. to 4 ton boulder shall be utilized by placing them atop filter fabric and a 1' layer of rack chips (4" x 6" tailings) and a 1 1/2:1 slope will be created. No grout of any type will be used and any disturbed areas will be filled with loam and seeded. Fox Avenue, Fishers Island NO RECOMMENDATION, THE CAC DID NOT MAKE AN INSPECTION No. 1141 Moved by Allan Connell, seconded by Jack Hagerty, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the Wetland Application of JOHN MURPHY 43-5-4 & 18 to construct a 3' x 130' timber catwalk which shall be constructed 3 1/21 over grade of existing marsh. 230 Inlet Lane, Greenport Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. No. 1142 Moved by Allan Connell, seconded by Jack Hagerty, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH RECOMMENDATIONS of the Wetland Application of ALICE MIGNEREY 81-3-21 to reconstruct within 1811, approximately 80' of timber bulkhead and to backfill structure with approximately 20 c.y. of clean sand which shall be trucked in from an upland source. Upon completion of project any disturbed areas located landward of bulkhead shall be replanted with Rosa rugose 18" on center. The CAC recommends approval provided the application plant beach grass in front of the bulkhead. The CAC suggests the applicant consider repairing the bulkhead. There is no apparent need for a new bulkhead, the existing bulkhead appears to be in good shape. 1480 Paradise Point Road, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All 'Motion carried. Page 6 Minutes April 26, 1994 No. 1143 Moved by Bruce Loucka, seconded by Jack Hagerty, it. was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees DISAPPROVAL of the Wetland Application of ROBERT GARBEN 70-4-5 to install a floating dock from bulkhead out 60' toward channel in Jockey Creek (3' wide x 60' long). The CAC recommends disapproval of the plan as submitted because, at low tide, the 60' floating dock would set on the bottom. The Council suggests the applicant install a 3' wide -catwalk beginning at the top lip of the bulkhead leading to a floating- dock(20' x 61). The new configuration should not exceed the original 60' intrusion into the creek. 3575 Wells Avenue, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. No. 1144 Moved by Robert Keith, seconded by Stephen Angell, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS of the Wetland Application of DAVID GORDON 123-3-10 .for additions and alterations to an existing house. New second story addition over full house. New one story extension on north west elevation, and at north corner at existing porch, a new wood deck on northwest side, 'new two story extension over existing "root cellar". The Council recommends approval provided the applicant install a berm to contain runoff on the property. Also, keep all new septic installations at least 150' from the wetland line. 825 Bungalow Lane, Mattituck Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. No. 1145 Moved by Robert Keith, seconded by Jack Hagerty, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH SUGGESTIONS of the Wetland Application of VINCENT GERAGHTY 56-4-13.3,. 13.4 and 14 to construct a two story building a minimum of 17' from the edge of the existing fill. Parking will be located south of the building and will be - bluestone. Sanitary system will be as close to the easterly property line as possible and a minimum of 100' from wetlands. The existing upland to the west will be used only as a boat display area. Access between the two sections of upland will be via a 4' x 85' pedestrian bridge that will span the wetlands and the drain ditch. None of the wetlands will be filled or otherwise developed. All in accordance with revised plans dated December 21, 1993. The Council recommends approval but has concerns about the runoff and drainage ditch. The CAC suggests the applicant investigate a way to isolate the entire drainage system from discharging into the water or try to find a method of filtration of the runoff into the drainage ditch. Route 25, Southold (across from Port of Egypt) Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. Page 7 Minutes ' April 26, 1994 No. 1146 Moved by Jack Hagerty, seconded by Allan Connell, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the Wetland Application of CHARLES E. FRASER 118-4-1 for a Grandfather Permit for 100' existing bulkhead - built prior to 1939. Reconstructed approximately 1958 (Rambo). Also approximately 70' jetty built approximately 1969. 7325 Nassau Point Road, Cutchogue Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried No. 1147 Moved by Allan Connell, seconded by Patricia Isaksen, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of- Trustees APPROVAL WITH PROVISIONS of the Wetland Application of JOHN J. AND MARY E. KELLY 103-3-15 to install 3 floats ( 2 - .4! x 10' and 1 - 61 x 119 and 1 3' x 12' ramp. The CAC recommends approval provided spartina is planted above the mean high tide mark and install a catwalk about 10' past the vegetated area to the f[oats as far as 401. s 2900 Beebe Drive, Cutchogue Vote of Counci.l: Ayes: All Motion carried No. 1148 Moved by Betty Wells, seconded by Robert -Keith, it was- RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the Wetland Application of NARROW RIVER MARINA 27-2-4 to remove high spots at the entrance to_ the marina that was originally included and authorized for maintenance dredging in Trustee Permit No. 3805 issued 2/23/90 and extended to 2/23/94. Reason- for work not being done are (1 ) Owner's original decision not to have the contractor return to complete the work (owner changed his mind after receiving complaints of boats striking the bottom in the area of low tide; (2) Contractors availability for such a small job and difficult access; and (3) ice conditions that prevented work being done in January of 1994 as scheduled by the contractor. Narrow River-Road, Orient Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. No. 1149 Moved by Patricia Isaksen, seconded by Robert Keith, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH CONDITION of the Wetland , Application of OLD COVE YACHT CLUB 117-5-13, 14.1 & 14.2 to construct approximately 65 I.f. of new timber bulkheading and backfill with approximately 50 yards of sand. Place approximately 100 c.y. of sand on beach seaward of bulkhead as beach nourishment. Reconstruct a new 6' x 150' timber dock. The CAC recommends approval with the condition that all exposed areas be revegetated. The Council also suggests the Trustees check into the town installing a bulkhead at the end of the road. Page 8 Minutes April 26, 1994 Old Harbor Road, New Suffolk Vote of Council: Ayes: Bruce Loucka, Robert Keith, Jack Hagerty, Patricia Isaksen, Betty Wells, and Allan Connell Nays: Stephen Angell Motion carried. RECOMMENDATION OF WAIVER REQUESTS WR-6 Moved by Bruce Loucka, seconded by Stephen Angell, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees DISAPPROVAL of the Waiver Request of RICHARD BURDEN 122-4-15,16 as requested in the Wetland Application No. 1126. The CAC had recommendations concerning the Waiver Request aspects of the project and made them with the Wetland Application recommendation. 2800 Ole Jule Lane,- Mattituck Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. WR-7 Moved by Bruce Loucka, seconded by Robert Keith, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees DISAPPROVAL of the Waiver Request of CLUB WAVE 56-6-7 to construct a cement slab 7' x 24' with floor drain going into septic system ,for portable bar. The Council feels a full application is required. Old Main Road, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. WR-8 Moved by Robert Keith, seconded by Stephen Angell, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees DISAPPROVAL of the Waiver Request of JESSIE and CONRAD VEROSTEK 135-3-30.1 to expand existing house, either by an addition to the side or to build a second story. The CAC recommends . disapproval because the applicant 'has not presented a project plan. Applicant should decide and then apply for a permit. 415 Mill Creek Drive, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. RECOMMENDATION OF LETTERS' OF NON-JURISDICTION NJ4 Moved by Bruce Loucka, seconded by Robert Keith, it was RESOLVED to TABLE the request for a Letter of Non-Jurisdiction for LAURENCE NIEBLING 119-1-18 to remove dwelling and construct new dwelling, garage, deck and driveway. Construction to be landward of the Page 9 a Minutes April 26, 1994 topographic crest of a bluff in excess of 10 foot contour elevation and the construction will be a distance greater than 75 feet from the water. The CAC tabled the request because it needs additional information. It is unable to determine if the wall is within the Trustees' jurisdiction. Nassau Point Road, Cutchogue Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. NJ5 Moved by Bruce Loucka, seconded by Robert Keith, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the request for a Letter of Non-Jurisdiction for CHARLES AND PENNY BURNHAM 70-6-19 to reconstruct house, all work no closer than 90' +/- from the MHW mark of Jockey Creek. Pine Neck Road, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. NJ6 Moved by Robert Keith, seconded by Bruce Loucka, it was RESOLVED to recommend to. the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the request for a Letter of Non-Jurisdiction for CLAUDE SHER 87-1-21 to construct a tennis court 1480 Old Wood Path, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. NJ7 Moved by Robert Keith, seconded by Jack Hagerty, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the request for a Letter of Non-Jurisdiction for LEWIS EDSON 17-1-2.1 to construct a single family dwelling. Route 25, Orient Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. RECOMMENDATION TO AMEND PERMITS A-1 Moved by Stephen Angell, seconded by Jack Hagerty, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees DISAPPROVAL of thea request of WILLIAM RILEY 90-1-4 Permit No. 4061 to amend permit to install approximately 145' of rock revetment instead of the approved dock. The CAC disapproved the original permit and still feels the project is not needed. West Lake, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. Page 10 Minutes April 26, 1994 A-2 Moved by Robert Keith, seconded by Stephen Angell, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the request of. PAUL RACANO 63-7-35 Permit No. 4217 to amend permit to construct a dock in a location northwest of the approved location. 1265 Calves Neck Road, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. A-3 - Moved by Stephen Angell, seconded by Robert Keith, it was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS of the request of BURNS, JOHN 70-6-31 Permit No. 4152 to amend permit to (1 ) add 4' x 3' stairs at the beginning of the fixed dock; (2) electric and water lines to the end of the fixed dock; (3) Reposition the proposed 6' x 20' floating dock .in a north-south configuration. The Council recommends approval provided the applicant shorten the fixed dock so the new configuration does not exceed the original. intrusion into the creek. 755 Lighthouse Lane, Southold Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. A-4 Moved by Bruce Loucka, seconded by Betty Wells, it. was RESOLVED to recommend to the Southold Town Board of Trustees APPROVAL of the request of BOPP, JOHN J., JR. 89-3-11.5 Permit No. 3795 (submitted by previous owner Roscoe Corey) to raise height of the dock and the catwalk to 3 1/2' above the ground level and the four 6" locust stakes 'will be replaced with 6" pressure treated poles, an additional 6' x 16' floating dock 12' away from current dock held by two 6-8" pressure treated poles, a 3' wide ramp connect the dock to the floating dock. 830 Clearview Road, Southold. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MARCH 22, 1994 Moved by Allan Connell, seconded by Betty Wells, it was RESOLVED to approve the minutes of. March 22, 1994. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion carried. SET NEXT MEETING AND INSPECTION DATE The next meeting of the Southold Town Conservation Advisory Council was scheduled for TUESDAY, MAY 24, 1994 at 4:00 P.M. Group, inspections would commence at 3:00 P.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 24, 1994. Page 11 Minutes April 26, 1994 - ADJOURN There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:15 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Linda J. Cooper, Secretary Southold Town Conservation Advisory Council RECEIVEE D AND FILED BY THE SOUTI-101LID TO-i-V14 CLERK, DATE 02- T 11dUR F�'/67�,wm t Town Ck rlk, 7 o'v it of 'Southold s Page 12