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Home My WebLink AboutCAC-06/07/2023 OguFFo(�. John G.Stein,Chairperson Co Town Hall,53095 Main Rd. Lauren Standish,Secretary P.O.Box 1179 • `F Southold,NY 11971 4.4 �aO Telephone(631)765-1889 Fax(631)765-1823 Conservation Advisory Council Town of Southold MINUTES Wed., June 7, 2023 4:30 PM Conference Room and Zoom Online Platform A meeting of the Southold Town Conservation Advisory Council was held Wed., June 7, 2023 in the Town Hall Conference Room and via Zoom. Present were: John Stein, Chairperson Carol Brown, Member Maggie Merrill, Member Shannon Wright, Member John Chandler, Member Inga Van Eysden, Member Brian Mealy, Town Board Liaison Lauren Standish, Secretary Guest: Anne Murray, NFEC-Southold Land Use Coordinator Absent were: Caroline Burghardt, Member Liz Gillooly, Trustee Liaison CALL TO ORDER John Stein called the meeting to order at 4:35PM. REPORTS Carol Brown attended the Board of Trustees meeting held on May 17th. The applications made on behalf the residents of The Strand, East Marion were approved with 15' non-turf buffers planted with native vegetation, berms, access to the property by barge, and removal of all sandbags. 2 Carol attended Volunteer Day at Southold High School on Tues., June 6th. She spoke with several students who are interested in joining the CAC once a mission statement is developed. CLIMATE SMART COMMUNITIES Anne Murray, Southold Land Use Coordinator for the NFEC requested an update on the Climate Smart Communities program and offered her assistance with grant applications protecting the aquifer. Chairman Stein will be inviting Andrew Manitt, Deputy Director of the Sustainability Institute at Molloy University to a future meeting and will have information on the town's website by July 15th Carol Brown gave a brief summary,of the Suffolk Co. Water Quality Protection and Restoration Program and Land Stewardship Initiatives Funding opportunity entitled Implement the Southold Town Comprehensive Plan to Conserve and Protect Water Quality. The Town Board authorized the CAC and the Water Advisory Committee to work with the NFEC and the GFEE to work with Suffolk County in the identification of opportunities to sustain potable water.'Councilman Mealy reminded the CAC members to submit a brief biography to Mark Terry by June 8th APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by John Stein, seconded by Inga Van Eysden, to Approve the Minutes of May 10, 2023. RECOMMENDATIONS -WETLAND PERMIT & COASTAL EROSION PERMIT APPLICATIONS Moved by John Chandler, seconded by Maggie Merrill, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of 220 FLORAL BLVD. CORP. to remove existing bulkhead. Install 124 If. of new bulkhead in same location in accordance with detail sheet design. New bulkhead to be raised 6" to be level with the southerly bulkhead. Establish a 10' wide buffer landward of new bulkhead and filled with sand or stone. Located: 1825 Gull Pond Lane, Greenport. SCTM#35-4-15 Inspected by: John Stein, John Chandler, Inga Van Eysden The CAC Supports the application with a 10' non-turf buffer planted with native vegetation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Inga Van Eysden, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of 67 SOUND CHESHIRE LP to construct a 1'X 35' gravel drive and walk leading to a 29.6'X 27' residence with 9.5'X 5' covered entrance. AC's to be installed on western side of house. 13'X 7' plunge pool with pool equipment 3 surrounded by 4'X 16' sound deadening enclosure and pool drywell. Pool to be enclosed with 123 If. of pool fencing. Proposed 122'X 30' buffer to be established along the northern property line. 15'X 94' buffer along the eastern property line. 8'X 2' deep drywells in both the eastern side yard and front yard. House to connect to existing public water and sewer lines. All trees to be removed will be placed 1:1 with native species. Located: Vacant parcel located directly west of 520 Madison Ave., Greenport. SCTM#42- 1-1 Inspected by: John Stein, John Chandler, Inga Van Eysden Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Chandler, seconded by John Stein, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of ROBERT P. NELSON to dredge existing bulkhead basin to a -4.0' MLW(approx. 550 cy. of bottomland) while maintaining 10' separation from existing bulkheads. Ten-year maintenance permit requested. Located: 1420 9th Street, Greenport. SCTM#45-6-9.4 Inspected by: John Stein, John Chandler, Inga Van Eysden Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Inga Van Eysden, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of BRYAN KARP for the in-place replacement of 96 If. of existing bulkhead and raise 18" higher, replace and extend existing bulkhead return to a total of 56 If. and raise 18" higher. Remove of existing concrete. -Located: 58525 County Rd. 48, Greenport. SCTM#44-2-17 Inspected by: John Stein, John Chandler, Inga Van Eysden The CAC Supports the application with a 10' non-turf buffer planted with native vegetation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by John Chandler, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of CYNTHIA DGHEIM to maintain concrete slab on-grade, with 100' by 2.16' proposed walk, obtain C.O. for existing house 918 sf., concrete covered porch 97 sf., and proposed split-rail fence on the south side. Located: 58670 North Road, Greenport. SCTM#44-4-4 Inspected by: John Stein, John Chandler, Inga Van Eysden Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried 4 Moved by Maggie Merrill, seconded by Shannon Wright, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of BASILICE DM REV. TRUST to remove existing wood bulkhead (75 If.) and dispose of material offsite. Construct 75 If. of new vinyl bulkhead in same location with two (2) 10' returns. New bulkhead to be elevated 18" above existing top of bulkhead. Total new bulkhead will be 95 If. Provide approx. 22 cy. of clean fill to bring grade to new top of bulkhead. Furnish 10' non-turf buffer landward of new bulkhead. Plant with permissible vegetation or substitute sand or stone at the owner's discretion. Located: 3255 Bayshore Rd., Greenport. SCTM#53-6-8 Inspected by: Maggie Merrill, Shannon Wright The CAC Supports the application with a 10' non-turf buffer planted with native vegetation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Shannon Wright, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of WALTER R. MILLER, JR. to remove existing steps and wood railing along cleared walking path, and construct a 4'X 64' timber bluff stairway, consisting of 4'X4' entry steps and 4'X 8' entry landing, 4'X 16' steps, 4'X 4' landing, 4'X 18' steps, 4'X 4' landing, and 4'X 10' steps; and restore existing pathway and areas of existing vegetation disturbed or lost during construction with shade tolerant native vegetation. Located: 2398 Hyatt Rd., Southold. SCTM#54-1-16 Inspected by: Shannon Wright The CAC Supports the application with retractable steps at the base of the stairway, and parallel to the shoreline. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Maggie Merrill, seconded by Shannon Wright, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the application of 225 WILLIAMSBURG DRIVE LLC c/o WILLIAM TOTH to remove and replace 101 If. of deteriorated timber bulkhead in same location as existing with new vinyl bulkhead including.two 16' vinyl bulkhead,returns on either side of the existing wood boat ramp which shall be replaced in kind to match existing dimensions utilizing all untreated timbers; remove existing 3'X 40' long boardwalk and replace with new 4'X 40' long boardwalk with untreated timber decking; install and perpetually maintain a 10' wide non-turf buffer along the landward edge of bulkhead; install'a proposed 14'X 24' in-ground swimming pool in rear yard; install a proposed 24.4'X 34.4' second story directly above footprint of existing one-story residence; 5 construct proposed 20'X 23.9' single story addition on south side of residence; install proposed 16'X 20' covered porch with second story balcony above on south side of residence and replace existing conventional sanitary system with new I/A style sanitary system in a new landward location. Located: 225 Williamsburg Dr., Southold. SCTM#78-5-13 (aka 145 Williamsburg Dr.) Inspected by: Maggie Merrill, Shannon Wright The CAC does Not Support the application because the setbacks of the pool, porch and proposed addition are not in compliance with Ch.275, and recommends a 10' buffer planted with native vegetation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by Shannon Wright, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of GLENNA & DONALD RYAN for a proposed fixed pier consisting of a fixed 13.5'X 4' ramp and 4'X 55 catwalk leading to a 3'X 14' aluminum ramp and a 6'X 20' float with two (2) 8" pilings on either end. Located: 760 Oak Ave., Southold. SCTM#77-1-3 Inspected by: Maggie Merrill, Shannon Wright, Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application and recommends the proposed structure is moved closer to the concrete steps to the west, and to retain the Oak tree on the property line. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Maggie Merrill, seconded by John Chandler, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the application of WILLIAM JIMENEZ to demolish and remove the existing residence, wood deck, frame garage, shed and existing septic system. Construct two-story frame house and garage, front covered porch, breezeway, rear screen porch, rear steps, proposed barn, concrete aprons, AC & generator on concrete slabs, proposed IA OWTS with absorption trenches, modified pervious driveway, and proposed drywells. Approx. 7,200 cf. of earth to be excavated for proposed improvements. All 7,200 cf. to remain at site for backfill. Located: 23900 Main Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#109-3-1 Inspected by: Maggie Merrill, Shannon Wright The CAC does Not Support the application because the project setbacks are not in compliance with Ch. 275. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried 6 Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by John Stein,,it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of SAMUELS CREDIT SHELTER TRUST to replace in-kind and location, existing marine infrastructure/boat basin, including bulkhead and decking. Located: 155 Fisherman's Beach Road, Cutchogue. SCTM#1 11-1-8.4 Inspected by: Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application, however there is a concern with the stability of the fence on the east side of the property and recommends the fence posts are replaced. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by John Stein, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of NEIL STRONSKI & PATRICIA PEREZ to remove a 14" dia., 6" dia. and two (2) 12" dia. locust trees at top of bluff. Construct 100 If. upper retaining wall.with 6' return along northerly property line. Backfill with approx. 30 cy. of fill from off site. Install 10' non-turf buffer landward of relocated top of bluff as per Trustee Permit#9488. Plant permissible vegetation in non-turf zone or substitute stone/sand at owner's discretion. Construct 93 If lower retaining wall with a 12' return along northern property line. Backfill with approx. 200 cy. of fill. Excavate 12" below top of bulkhead to retaining wall (90 cy.). Deposit landward of retaining wall. Cover area with one (1) layer of jute O/E and plant with Cape American beach grass at 1' OC. Place heavy stone 6-8: as scour pad (2.2 tons) between proposed lower retaining wall and existing bulkhead with filter fabric underlayment (1065 sf.). Located: 7025 Nassau Point Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#111-15-10 .Inspected by: Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application with a 10'-15' non-turf buffer planted with native vegetation, and no tree removal. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by John Stein, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of CHRISTOPHER AUSTIN & ELIZABETH AUSTIN for the replacement of the existing bulkhead and dock. Proposed 120 If. navy style vinyl bulkhead to replace existing wood bulkhead and to be raised 18". Proposed 30' return along western property line, and 20' return along eastern property line. Bulkhead to be backfilled with 75 cy. of clean fill from an upland source. Proposed 4' wide steps proposed to beach. Existing dock to be removed and construction of new dock with 4'X 12' thru flow ramp landward of bulkhead, 4' X 91' catwalk with thru flow extending to a 3'X 20' aluminum ramp and 6'X 20' float. Three (3) 10" pilings adjacent to float, two (2) 10" piles east of float, Dock to have water and electric. Spartina alterniflora plugs to be planted in front of bulkhead after construction. Any trees removed to be replaced with native species at a 1 to 1 ratio. Located: 2200 Deep Hole Dr., Mattituck. SCTM#123-4-5.1 Inspected by: Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application with thru-flow decking, non-turf buffers planted with native vegetation, the existing spartina is maintained, and exterior lighting is dark skies compliant. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by John Stein, seconded by Carol Brown, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of 2740 DEEP HOLE DRIVE LLC to construct approx. 4,345 sf. partially elevated masonry pool patio (use approx. 102 cy. of on-site excavation material to achieve proposed patio elevation) upon which will be installed a 5' high pool enclosure fence, a 10' wide pergola, an outdoor kitchen, and a 3'X 3' shower (to be connected to a french drain installed around patio, which is to be connected to a proposed stormwater drainage system located more than 100' from wetlands), all located at least 100' from wetlands; and install a 3'X 101' stone walkway consisting of 3'X 2' pavers.,set in sand to existing dock. Located: 2740 Deep Hole Dr., Mattituck. SCTM#123-4-11 Inspected by: Carol Brown The CAC Supports the application and recommends the Black Pines and the Northern Bayberry located seaward of the construction area, are retained. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Carol Brown, seconded by Maggie Merrill, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the application of CHARLES & SHERRY SOLON for the construction of a proposed 4'X 54' long fixed pier with steps down to a 4'X 16' long fixed pier T-section. All decking shall be thru-flow for the entire pier. Located: 4553 Wickham Ave., Mattituck. SCTM#107-4-13 Inspected by: Carol Brown The CAC does Not Support the application in accordance with Ch. 275-11 Construction and Operation Standards. Prohibited locations and activities. 8 No new docks will be permitted over vegetated wetlands or such that it causes habitat fragmentation of vegetated wetlands in the following areas: Downs Creek, Hallocks Bay, Hashamomuck Creek and Pond, Long Creek (branch of Mattituck Creek, East of Grand Avenue bridge), Pipe's Cove Creek and West Creek. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried John Stein will attend the next Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for Wed., June 14, 2023. The next meeting of the Conservation Advisory Council will be held on Wed., July 12, 2023 at 4:30PM in the Conference Room. There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:00 PM. Respectfully submitted by, cx0au", Sq) , %"A Lauren M. Standish, Secretary Conservation Advisory Council i