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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPublic Correspondence Subject: RE:Zoning Board Meeting 11/7-Silver Sands A V Pis, RLI From: Fuentes, Kim <kim.fuentes@town.southold.ny.us> Sent:Tuesday, November 12, 2024 3:41 PM "........... ..... --... To: Michaelis,Jessica <jessica.michaelis@town.southold.ny.us> NOV3 2024 Subject:Zoning Board Meeting 11/7-Silver Sands t,��rt � �➢own __....,. Planning Board Jess, Please see below email —public comment - correspondence re: Silver Sands. Please share. Kim E. Fuentes Board Assistant Zoning Board of Appeals Coordinator, Historic Preservation Commission Town of Southold 631-765-1809 Location: 54375 Main Road Mail:P.O. Box 1179 Southold, NY 11971 � 2s11� rkins.coni> From:Ashley Perkins<a� p����." L �. .. _ ..�....m�.�.."......... Sent:Wednesday, November 6, 2024 4:25 PM To: Fuentes, Kim <kim,fuentes@town.southold ny,us>; Sakarellos, Elizabeth <Ozabeth,sakarel o town,sout h(,flmd.ny kit>; Westermann Donna <r9aannw cttown south„old.rt: .us> Subject: [SPAM] -Zoning Board Meeting 11/7-Silver Sands Hello- This letter is in regard to the Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting scheduled for 11/7/24 for the Silver Sands permits. My name is Ashley Perkins and my husband's name is Nickolas Wynja and we live at 775 Shore Rd in Greenport.Our property backs up to Silver Sands. I would like to submit a letter in opposition to the permits Silver Sands is requesting. While Alex and the Silver Sands staff have been kind and accommodating to the neighbors thus far, we feel that granting the permits to allow another restaurant on the property&a commercial kitchen will only encourage the operation to grow louder and noiser. A prime example of this fear coming to life has already occurred. Silver Sands held a wedding on Friday, September 13th, 2024 through Sunday, September 15th, 2024. Please see attached letter that Silver Sands put into all neighbors' mailboxes on 9/9/24. 1 On Saturday, September 14th there was a DJ outside on the property.The music they were playing was LOUD.And look: I'm a younger person who moved here from NYC. I'm used to noise. But this music could be heard inside my home, with the doors and windows shut, in my bedroom that is located at the furthest point away from the Silver Sands property. My husband also took a decibel reading of the music on his smartwatch,which read 61dB at 9:03pm (please see attached screenshot of smartwatch reading). I understand that the town code restricts noise levels to 65dB or less until 11pm at one's property line, but this reading was taken right outside our home on our back deck. Had we gone to the property line it would have been much louder and most likely would have exceeded 65dB. Also, our property is a little bit farther away from where the music was playing; I can't imagine how loud it was for the neighbors whose property backed right up against the music. The letter we received says that they"intend"to host no more than 4 weddings a year, but with the approval of these permits, Silver Sands would be able to host these events whenever they'd like (pending other event permits I'm sure).We have to think long term here.Alex and his staff might stay true to that promise, but even 4 events at the music level we experienced is unacceptable for a motel that is supposed to be just that--a motel. And if they get these permits, once Alex no longer works at the property years from now, who's to say that the future owner/operator would limit such events? Approving the permits is a slippery slope, and I do not think Silver Sands needs them.They already have a lovely diner, coffee bar and tiki bar during the summer.Why can't those facilities be enough? We chose to buy our property on a quiet, dead end road for a reason.The larger the Silver Sands property gets,the less quiet the neighborhood becomes,thus taking away the small town charm all of us live here for in the first place.The incessant leaf blowing and chainsaws cutting down trees all fall has been bad enough; please don't make us have to listen to wedding DJ's for all the summers to come,too. Best, Ashley Perkins Nick Wynja ATTENTION:This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails. z gdo� C( I� la� Dear Neighbor, We wanted to inform you that Silver Sands will be hosting a wedding from Friday,September 13,to Sunday, September 15. The wedding reception will take place on Saturday night at Eddies, and there will be amplified music as part of the celebration. Please be assured that the music will conclude promptly at 10:00 PM EST, I also want to take this opportunity,to assure you that Silver Sands Values the partnership,we have with our neighbors and has no intention of becoming a '"wedding venue."We are. committed to hosting no more than four weddings a year,specifically in May, une,,September, and October, with no more than one event in each of those months'. Tha'nk you for your understanding, and we appreciate your continued support as'part of our community. Ware regards, u ll'T�a hill Eecutwe !rector AverSands:Mcitel beach Bungalows �;� ✓/�l/ii� /��� %%��i ice, �� %/ �� / �, �.� %//%/� it ,,, `,,,, ,;,,; -v ,'i; i, ,✓i n, �„:, // iiiCii��, /,.���. i i i 1 I i i t � I ��« 2(\: «�, . �%� �i� \��� � \ � � � \ � � \` � � \ \ \ ^ \ \� \C � 22f \ }\\ ƒ© \ § < »a Z ± < < < .< 7 / 2 : \ ? > z } / \ / \ / \ \ \ \ \ \\\\ � � � � ^ � � � ^ f& �: »?f �{ +% /§ � \ �\� sVb-P F91 HL , Mr c ,MC RECEIVED [ N 0-IT200W?4 Southold Town Planning Board out 0 _j Town Hall Annex Building Planning Board 54375 Route 25,P.O.Box 1179 Southold,NY 11971 . - Z /S May 25,2024 RE: Silver Sands Planning Board Application Dear Chairman Rich and Members of the Planning Board, We strongly endorse the application of the Silver Sands property at 1135 Silvermere Road Greenport NY,11944• As a long-standing Greenport business continuously serving the North Fork since 188o and a semi-adjacent property to Silver Sands,we have been pleased to see the renovation and transformation of this historic Greenport location. This transformation has primarily used local contractors and is a testament to Mr.Perros'commitment to preserving this piece of our community while strengthening our business community.Furthermore,it is great to see the property being operated year-round and with many local community members employed there.Mr.Perros has maintained and followed through on a commitment to maintaining a local workforce,including his contractors, which demonstrates his respect and dedication to the area. Thank you for your time,consideration,and work serving our community. Respectfully, Wm.J.Mills&Co. William J.Mills III Mills II Robert L.Mills III From: Alexander Perros <alex@silversandsmotel.com> S V bf Sent: Sunday,May 19,2024 4:59 PM P13, HL-iMr' To: Michaelis,Jessica Cc: Cummings, Brian A. Subject: Silver Sands-letters of support Attachments: Pages from 20240229_Neighbors.pdf MAY 2 0 20A Hi Jessica, Planning Board I hope you are having a nice weekend. I am completing the mailings tomorrow and will share all the certified receipts, etc. I would also like to submit the letters of support from our direct neighbors, so they are added to the file. Please let me know if you have any questions. Very best, Alex ATTENTION: This email came from an external source.Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails. i LU) 4—j O rl � � O C) O o c.n o �1 0 � Z � o� U cn ul M C m N L L m (j ^ GJ Ln L ry C. -j u _ a) u J Q ' V GJ C ' C 'crCCnn3 ti =p� 0 AC — C `"4 'c 2 C: O L L L ^ U O _ dF N C ^ --� Ln cr/1 OU * a C > u L � N Y _ Q C , \ E fL0 j C N fu0 C ^ ++ co 1 M > C O s t>s cu O O LA c0�0 +�i+ Ii '� _ a1 cL � n u `A cv CD O 2 m N N ` M m > v � N Z `� > _a_D fC IJJ QJ N N 0) .> L1 4w p[ 4A > G1 ft3 ai _> >_ >_ >_ >_ L Ln 'L '� O Z i- L L L L O GJ O L1 N O 4J O aLj CC i L C Z L }+ N O N N L O a) V) C 1� 4J L Q� Q� Q� dJ L J L O O O O O t N cn a N L aQ7 O O wL O Ot /) Ln N n N n � o n in E n Ln Ln Ln Ln Ln L O n m ri r\ Ln rn r-I o Ln o o O Ln r1 LI: -q* t-o r- r- w m r� I Ln r r� rn 1 I I I I I r� I I Q Ln H r-I ON N N N N r- Ln N rL N N cn a N N N N N N N N aJ N N N C- N N 11.D lD N r n n t; o O t; � Ln Ln 0 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Ln o 6 6 6 O O O O O aj 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 n s 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ri ri t� r-I r-I r� r-I c-1 n a_A e-i r-I rl H r� a� H +�+ Z +�+ J • • • • 0 0 • 0 aE Z 0 0 0 J • • O • P b � aFr 3NO)S�dld Lb yWw k6Y µ,M '4v.rer 88 'ne,i'Y1'nr ALJ r fi C Y a h WN� H P Y x .8 i �. { � »•,dWa y ry ..9 xN f w k � i '� 3JJCi L[.9Bs u m R b I/d ,N p E , n 1 b f �� Subject: Endorsement for Silver Sands Property Redevelopment Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals Town Hall Annex Building 54375 Route 25, P.O. Box 1179 Southold, NY 11971 Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, I am writing this letter in support of the proposed application of the Silver Sands property at 1135 Silvermere Road, Greenport,NY 11944• My family's roots show some long-term connections here in Southold. Having lived on Shore Road for the last 12 years and having had past family members own and operate the Arrow Fishing Station here in Southold during the mid 196os and`7os, community engagement is of major concern. With this in mind, what I have witnessed in the past 2 years at Silver Sands is the dedication Mr. Perros and his team have in restoring and highlighting the motel and its surroundings into this beautiful seaside resort. From the neon front entrance logo to the clean sandy trails bordering the scenic Peconic coastline, the commitment to preserve this piece of community history is spot on. The future of the North Fork needs the Silver Sands motel with its charm and old-time elegance. It fits seamlessly with the character of the area and Mr. Perros has respect for our input and concerns. Consider this my official endorsement. Sincerely, Richard and Cathy Steinmuller 1175 Shore Drive Greenport, NY 11944 Subject:Endorsement for Silver Sands Property Redevelopment Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals Town[fail Annex Bitilding 54375 Route 25,P.O.Box 1179 Southold,NY 11971 Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, I aill wridig to(-Aprcs'.my W1104AWar(MISUP11C)d(01`01C lWopose4l application of tile Silver Sands property at I twifi Silverincre Road(aka t i,,jr,;Shory Drive),Green1wrl,NY 1 t944,WitnCssing,tile transformati oil of tlli.,4 iconic propertysincethe new in April 2022 has been truly inspiring. MkVing lived oil Shore Drive,I've o6servcd I lie dedication Mr. Perros and his team has shown ill restoring and rein venatilit"tile"rote l resort or built ill 1()r)7,The commitment to preserving this piece of our cornnilillity's history and enhancing its;appeal is evident. 81weirically,I want to voice nly endon4ionent for Ille q4fl i Cat ion submitted to convert and rmognize vertain buildings oil the Nvest sidc of tile property into a frCt-standiog res(atiratit.Wv arce looking fotivaill to it heilly'a phice we(,',In e(Alfinlic to gather with friends rand to enJoy the Very special property it sits oil. It 8s alsar great to ace,sir inany young fiacc s from the vortullunity who are vinployed there,Silver sawk, comilliblient to maintaining a local workf6rce has been coinnimAiliv and we want to continue to support our year-round businesses.The cot aniunity engagement throughout this process demonstrates Mr. Perms'resyyact for our input and eolicerns. I bMieve the pro et aligns seanilessly with the character of will J pray sitiv lyto our neighborhood,This lettel,W"ves as my officiat entlorsern ent,an(]I am willing to offer any forther assistr'illce or attend ttlectill?"s to Voice my slipport for this walwlble Corillillinity inifiative. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Subject: Endorsement for Silver Sands Property Redevelopment Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals Town Hall Annex Building 54375 Route 25, P.O.Box 1179 Southold,NY 11971 Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, I am writing to express my wholehearted support for the proposed application of the Silver Sands property at 1185 Silvermere Road(aka 1135 Shore Drive),Greenport,NY 11944.Witnessing the transformation of this iconic property since the new ownership's acquisition in April 2022 has been truly inspiring. Having lived on Shore Drive,I've observed the dedication Mr, Perros and his team has shown in restoring and rejuvenating the motel resort originally built in 1957,The commitment to preserving this piece of our community's history and enhancing its appeal is evident. Specifically,I want to voice my endorsement for the application submitted to convert and recognize certain buildings on the west side of the property into a free-standing restaurant.We are looking forward to it being a place we can continue to gather with friends and to enjoy the very special property it sits on. It is also great to see so many young faces from the community who are employed there; Silver Sands' commitment to maintaining a local workforce has been commendable and we want to continue to support our year-round businesses.The community engagement throughout this process demonstrates Mr. Perros'respect for our input and concerns. I believe the project aligns seamlessly with the character of the area and will contribute positively to our neighborhood.This letter serves as my official endorsement,and I am willing to offer any further assistance or attend meetings to voice my support for this valuable community initiative. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Subject:Endorsement for Silver Sands Property Redevelopment Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals Town Hall Annex Building 54375 Route 25,P.O. Box 1179 Southold, NY 11971 Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, I am writing to express my support for the proposed application of the Silver Sands property at 1135 Silvermere Road(aka 1135 Shore Drive), Greenport,NY 11944. Witnessing the transformation of this iconic property since the new ownership's acquisition in April 2022 has been nothing short of incredible. Having owned a home on Shore Drive for the last 20 years, I've observed the dedication Mr. Perros and his team has shown in restoring and rejuvenating the motel resort originally built in 1957. The commitment to preserving this piece of our community's history and enhancing its appeal is evident. Specifically,I want to voice my endorsement for the application submitted to convert and recognize certain buildings on the west side of the property into a free-standing restaurant. We are looking forward to it being a place we can continue to gather with friends and to enjoy the very special property it sits on_ It is also great to see so many young faces from the community who are employed there; Silver Sands' commitment to maintaining a local workforce has been commendable and we want to continue to support our year-round businesses. The community engagement throughout this process demonstrates Mr. Perros' respect for our input and concerns. I believe the project aligns seamlessly with the character of the area and will contribute positively to our neighborhood. This letter serves as my official endorsement,and I am willing to offer any further assistance or attend meetings to voice my support for this valuable community initiative. Thank you for your consideration.. Sincerely, CDocuiner by: bed 8 991R34GF 5A3_ Robert and Lauren Eicher 1555 Shore Drive Greenport NY 11944 914-715-9124 Subject:Silver Sands Property Redevelopment Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals Town Hall Annex Building 54375 Route 25,P.O.Box 1179 Southold,NY 11971 Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, I am writing regarding the proposed application of the Silver Sands property at 1135 Silvermere Road(aka 1135 Shore Drive),Greenport,NY n944. I support the adjustment of the property zoning to include the preexisting pool as well as a standalone restaurant in the boathouse building.Mr.Perros and the Silver Sands team have done a great job restoring the property and have been incredibly thoughtful about telling the neighbors about planned works.I look forward to the boathouse restaurant. I do want to express my concern with the building under consideration to be rezoned as a commercial kitchen.I trust Mr.Perros that he intends to use the space at most as a prep kitchen for Eddie's,as he has communicated to me.As business needs and management changes over time,however,I feel that rezoning this building would leave it open to be used differently Than is currently intended.A commercial kitchen could be used for hosting large events on-property much beyond serving guests and lows,or used for catering off-property,greatly increasing commercial traffic. I think the existing boathouse building is adequate to serve for the restaurant and the current single- family dwelling should be zoned for something that doesn't leave open the potential for future misuse. Sincerely, Nick Wynja 775 Shore Drive S I 1bjev I F'm d on"t-i I I ewr for Silver&rrud� Pnmport.y RcdevOo I mwIt S mand d Tovn Zol ug Bmul 4 Appmls 'rov"n Hall'Amlox NlAding, 54,'!75 RLAIM'25, PXI Inc X I 17C4 Scuthold, "NA,119,7l De<I,Mcinbol"'.of I ho Zoning Boavil of.Appva Is, I mn w5bg to mpw"nW sulnurt fir the prolmsed applicatim)of the Silver San(L proped "'li 11:1,5 Sbrrnuiv Aml(Aka i a3q Slumv I)Hvrl GrmMmd., NY I the of Ibis Any p1m; ACV K new nwnemw#acq;iis,ifi(mIt jju a%p,jj,v022 ha troly inspirkq, HrQ%Hwd on Shmv NO,lVe Aneived Ow dMkMAn M, Pawn mW his warn has shovvn in and Qi"wAing the nuitel IVIRM D016MR)AW A 1957,TUC COMMiNnent to presening IN plee of cor mmumady 4 Ow aud eMundng A ap"al N uOduM, SpVcAically,I wmwt to Nrwicv ni emlorsvnuml fir the alqAkathn milmnOwl tn winvrt and mengnin, v'Avaitl buildings owl Ow wea Mdapt Me pwp", W a (rcc-slanding,restaurant, We are lookiny,forward in h ONg a phro sc can onaW ur qONT Wi frOnck am'1 to ml,the very spAl propek A sitA Im, ix"undinwin b, mahxdWng a NO N"Ahnv lwsb=rnnunviublAvand we pva nt to continue to suppal Perros,rq,.s.pI'O lo our Olpot and ome(:,�rw;, I lwl ww I klookv jhgaN scandvQ w0h NwvhajAcWTcAqw,uea anti%qj ctmidlmde ImsROO to mir m6d,'ll h&,, IcHt"r Nvnos a, I'lly and I nn wilfing to offerans'fortlu'r c "Mcod Mevbogus to iTou"od Ar II W Wuabk community initiathi February 1, 2024 Subject:Endorsement for Silver Sands Property Redevelopment Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals Town Hall Annex Building 54375 Route 25,P.O.Box 1179 Southold,NY 11971 Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, I am writing to express my wholehearted support for the proposed application of the Silver Sands property at 1135 Silvermere Road(aka 1135 Shore Drive),Greenport,NY 11944.Witnessing the transformation of this iconic property since the new ownership's acquisition in April 2022 has been truly inspiring. Having lived on Shore Drive,I've observed the dedication Mr.Perros and his team has shown in restoring and rejuvenating the motel resort originallybuilt in 1957.The commitment to preserving this piece of our community's history and enhancing its appeal is evident. Specifically,I want to voice my endorsement for the application submitted to convert and recognize ce rtain buildings on the west side of the property into a free-standing restaurant.We are looking forward to it being a place we can continue to gather with friends and to enjoy the very special property it sits on. It is also great to see so many young faces from the community who are employed there;Silver Sands' commitment to maintaining a local workforce has been commendable and we want to continueto support our year-round businesses.The community engagement throughoutthis process demonstrates Mr. Perros'respect for our input and concerns. I believe the project aligns seamlessly with the character of the area and will contribute positively to our neighborhood.This letter serves as my official endorsement,and I am willing to offer any further assistance or attend meetings to voice my support for this valuable community initiative. Thank you for your consideration. Sincere' Patrick Bencivenga 935 Shore Road,Greenport,NY 11944 917-509-3322 Subject: Endorsement for Silver Sands Property Redevelopment Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals Town Hall Annex Building 54375 Route 25,P.O.Box 1179 Southold,NY 11971 Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, I am writing to express my wholehearted support for the proposed application of the Silver Sands property at 1135 Silvermere Road(aka 1135 Shore Drive),Greenport,NY 11944.Witnessing the transformation of this iconic property since the new ownership's acquisition in April 2022 has been truly inspiring. As a resident,I have had the pleasure of experiencing Silver Sands since it reopened and can attest firsthand to the dedication Mr.Perros and his team has shown in restoring and rejuvenating this iconic property.The commitment to preserving this piece of our community's history and enhancing its appeal is evident. Specifically,I want to voice my endorsement for the application submitted to convert and recognize certain buildings on the west side of the property into a free-standing restaurant.We are looking forward to it being a place we can continue to gather with friends and to enjoy the very special property it sits on. It is also great to see so many young faces from the community who are employed there; Silver Sands' commitment to maintaining a local workforce has been commendable and we want to continue to support our year-round businesses.The community engagement throughout this process demonstrates Mr. Perros'respect for our input and concerns. I believe the project aligns seamlessly with the character of the area and will contribute positively to our neighborhood.This letter serves as my official endorsement,and I am willing to offer any further assistance or attend meetings to voice my support for this valuable community initiative. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, � � a 121117 T'7 Pf) e 6 ��l« Subject:Endorsement for Silver Sands Property Redevelopment Southold Town Zoning Board of Appeals Town Hall Annex Building 54375 Route 25,P.O.Box 1179 Southold,NY 11971 Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, I am writing to express my wholehearted support for the proposed application of the Silver Sands property at 1135 Silvermere Road(aka 1135 Shore Drive),Greenport,NY 11944.Witnessing the transformation of this iconic property since the new ownership's acquisition in April 2022 has been truly inspiring. Having lived on Shore Drive,I've observed the dedication Mr.Perros and his team has shown in restoring and rejuvenating the motel resort originally built in 1957.The commitment to preserving this piece of our community's history and enhancing its appeal is evident. Specifically,I want to voice my endorsement for the application submitted to convert and recognize certain buildings on the west side of the property into a free-standing restaurant.We are looking forward to it being a place we can continue to gather with friends and to enjoy the very special property it sits on. It is also great to see so many young faces from the community who are employed there; Silver Sands' commitment to maintaining a local workforce has been commendable and we want to continue to support our year-round businesses.The community engagement throughout this process demonstrates Mr. Perros'respect for our input and concerns. I believe the project aligns seamlessly with the character of the area and will contribute positively to our neighborhood.This letter serves as my official endorsement,and I am willing to offer any further assistance or attend meetings to voice my support for this valuable community initiative. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Frank Bertetto 695 Shore Drive Greenport,NY 11944 �m yt OT e op rze 57 Ait //ii/ /„E111, , ///// %% Snbp-,q Paniimsemeio forSih•erSands Pmperty Rede—lnptnivtt uithnld Town Zotling Board of Appeals Town Hall Armor,- Building, 543?S Route 25. V0.Box 1I-y Southold. M' 11971 Dear h1emhera ofthe Zoning Board of Appeals, I am wl 019 to exprv-ss 01,t^twholeticarted snlattaxrt torthe lnoposwri atatiht•a11011 otthes.Averftwls prop( ttY tt 1135 Silwertf101V Road CakO 1135 Shore f raitrei�tfreenllortw 'sI&A4• tttitnc4,85ingt the till nsfn t° lionofthisiconicpropert sitatVthetaea to tae ltl 'saettuis itlnto April ttt ,ttas�ven[oily inspiring f ttav in ;livedon shore Dri't"e.I' e!oi SOOVO(I thl!dedivatiOn Mr t ti t^ eros and hisnt t g?lrn hag g;this Piece c Z o shown in restoring .an juvenatilag titenlotel rps o iltaii itrilill ill t%?., ttatntnunittr"slttstt°1t and enhaneltt its a l *ttl is evi&nt. ptµc°ifieally. 'l want to voice na;t endorseruent,for the att lieatit)tt suhtttiktaed Lt►Conveert and trt:ctrt tti^�e cwtw,rtain lttailtlittgts can the sorest,side of the lttrttlterttt itlttl a,free-standing tt„ tsucilrlt W"6R1 a are looking t(si Water, eeii to it being it place wee eta n t°ontinue to gather With fraentfs and tit eta o the rt sly It It is also gm,.at to sett so inn n fOUai rarftfur a hilt lie en eonttriendabteaud e ant tOCont"n`tie to SUP" art on1,,ye tent tohusitt "rs The Cttttntuttit„y engagement throughout;this� ass:detoonstrates'Mr. on t°°rear raltautf pe art s, re s t*t sts. l believe the project [aligns searttlessl t ith the character "r the area attd will toittri"itut 'f �tthery to our itt,i jjborittaod, Titl�eer serves s to tto MYce off' uitf oil ii�this Vt"Ua1,,)1e ettt aims h tlatW . �sssi:stane or attend Thank you for your consideration. 01 Sincerel, J, // J�4 166�. . E'Voything Canvirs" Southold'lb-,%n Toning Board of Appeals Town Hall Annex Building 543''75 Route 25,P.O.Box 1179 Southold,NY 11971 February 14,2024 RE:Silver Sands Variance Application Dear Chairperson Weisman and Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals, We strongivendorse the application of the Silver Sandspro-perLy at 1135 Silverniere.Road Green port NY,11944. As a long-standing Greenport business coat tinuoush-seming the North Fork,since 1880 and a semi-adjacent property-to Silver Sands,we have been pleased to sec.,the renovation and transformation of this historic Green port location. This transformation has primarily used local contractors and is a testament to Mr.Perros'con-wiltment to preseningthis,piece of ourc-oin munitywhile strengi hening ourbitsiness community,Furthermore,it is great to see the propetty beingoperatecl year-t-wrid a nd with niany 1walcom mmuty memberseinplc,,ed there.Mr.Perros has maintained and followed through on a commitment to maintaining a local workfarce,including his contractors, wMcli Whollv denionsirates his respect and dedication to the area and faithfulness to his i%lord. We believe the application submitted for the variance rNill not,be injinious to the neighborhood or the coil)In unity. Thank you for your tinge,consideration,acid work se ni ng our commm unit.-. Respectfully, Wrn.J.Mills&Co. William.l.Millis III 4 Robert L Mills I i Rolx-o L.Mills III ,,,1100\V_,st Frora Scrca_r. VX-l.. Box 2 V211(i C'o,xJq)urr,Ny 119,11 d500 1"ax6'1.47'­]504 From: Lanza, Heather Su Sent: Monday, April 8, 2024 2:05 PM Pg H L, To: Westermann, Caitlin Cc: Michaelis,Jessica RECEIVED ication Attachments: 240408 Southold Planning Board e Silver Sands.pdf.pdf _ PR O 8 0 Subject: pp g , Planning Board Incoming mail ' ._ __._.... ...... From: Brian S. Stolar<bstolar@HarrisBeach.com> Sent: Monday, April 8, 2024 1:47 PM To: Lanza, Heather<heather.lanza@town.southo Id.ny.us>; DeChance, Paul<pauld@southoldtownny.gov>; Fuentes, Kim <kim.fuentes@town.southold.ny.us>;Terry, Mark<mark.terry@town.southold.ny.us>; McGivney,Julie <juliem@southoldtownny.gov>;Weisman, Leslie<lesliew@town.southold.ny.us> Cc: Candace Hall <chaII@greenportviIlage.org>; Kevin Stuessi<kevin@greenportvillage.org>;Jared A. Kasschau <JKasschau@HarrisBeach.com> Subject:Silver Sands- restaurant application Board Members, Please see attached correspondence from the Village of Greenport in connection with the pending Silver Sands application. We understand that the Board will discuss this matter this evening, and we request that the Board consider the attached letter. In particular, please note that(a)the applicant utilizes the Village sewage system for disposal of sewage and that the agreement between the applicant and the Village does not permit a restaurant to utilize the Village's system and (b)the Village currently prohibits the expansion of any existing system that may accommodate any increased production of sewage. The Village requests that the Board consider the information set forth in the attached letter as part of the Board's substantive and environmental review of the project, as further explained in the letter. Thank you. Respectfully, Brian S. 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If you are not the intended recipient of this 1 HARRIS BEACH ATTORNEYS AT LAW April 8, 2024 THE OMNI Via Electronic Mail Only 333 EARLE OVINGTON BLVD, SUITE 901 Y UNIONDALE, NEW YORK 1 1 553 Planning Board 516.880.8484 Town of Southold BRIAN S.STOLAR 54375 Route 25 SENIOR COUNSEL PO Box 1179 DIRECT: 516.880.8383 FAX: 51 6.880.8483 Southold, New York 11971 BSTOLAR@HARRISBEACH.COM RE: Silver Sands Restaurant Dear Board Members: I am the Village Attorney for the Village of Greenport (the "Village") and write to you regarding the pending Silver Sands Restaurant application on the Board's agenda tonight for discussion in relation to the Zoning Board of Appeals request for comments. It is the Village's understanding that Silver Sands is applying to the Town to (a) convert (i) an existing boathouse to a freestanding restaurant with office and storage spaces for restaurant operations, (ii) an existing single family dwelling to a commercial kitchen for the restaurant, and (iii) a guest in-ground swimming pool to a public swimming pool, and (b) permit an accessory seasonable outdoor barbeque area (the "Project"). For the reasons set forth herein, the Village has substantive and procedural concerns regarding the Project. In 1987, pursuant to an agreement with the then owners of the Silver Sands property (the "Premises"), the Village agreed to permit municipal sewage collection with necessary connections to the Village of Greenport for the then contemplated use of the Premises solely for motel residential units, two (2) dwellings, eight (8) cottages and an accessory swimming pool (the "Permitted Use"). Thus, in accordance with that agreement the Village has authorized Silver Sands to tie in to the Village's sewage collection system only for the Permitted Uses. The agreement also provided a sewage piping plan and the tie in to the Village's system was limited to connections based on that plan (the "Approved Plan"). This agreement does not authorize any restaurant use (existing or proposed), commercial kitchen or other use not identified as a Permitted Use to utilize the Village's sewage collection system. In fact, the agreement contains no reference to a restaurant use or commercial kitchen and the Village is aware of no other authorization to permit the current restaurant to use the Village's collection system. The current proposal seeks to modify the uses on the Premises, including the addition of a restaurant, commercial kitchen and public swimming pool, and incorporate additional sewage piping and connections, none of which are incorporated into the 1987 agreement, and which have the potential to significantly increase current sewage flow from the Silver Sands premises into the Village's primary wastewater collection system Planning Board HARRIS BEACH April 8, 2024 ATTORNEYS AT LAW Page 2 piping and the Village's Sewage Treatment Plant. None of the proposed site modifications have been approved pursuant to an amendment to the agreement. Compounding the current lack of Village authorization to permit the use of the collection system for the proposed uses and the potentially significant increase in sewage capacity, on January 4, 2024, the Village imposed a prohibition on new or expanded sewer connections. A copy of the Board of Trustees' minutes containing the prohibition resolution is attached. This resolution also was preceded by the Mayor's emergency declaration that similarly restricted new and expanded sewer connections. As stated in the resolution, "on December 5, 2023, the [Village's] primary sewage collection system piping sustained damage that resulted in a leak requesting emergency repairs and the suspension of sewage collection service, and ... the same primary piping sustained additional damage approximately 2 years ago, and ... the December 5 infrastructure failure and the previous failure of the same infrastructure evidence addition or expanded connections to the [Greenport Sewage Treatment Plant] may exacerbate environmental damage caused by potential further failures of piping that serves as an artery for the majority of the sewage collected, and...if additional wastewater is conveyed through the piping system, a pipeline failure could cause extensive environmental harm and threaten the health and safety of residents, and additional sewage flow from new or expanded connections poses an imminent threat to the public's health; safety and welfare." This prohibition remains in place. Thus, the proposed development cannot proceed without first obtaining the Village of Greenport's approval to permit the additional sewage connections and flow and such connection is currently precluded by the Village's emergency resolution. Accordingly, from a substantive and procedural viewpoint, the proposed conversion and use for restaurant related and commercial cooking purposes would not now be permitted. And, from a procedural perspective, absent either (a) authorization and an ability to utilize the Village sewage collection system or (b) a proposed on-site sewage treatment plant (designed in compliance with wetland and applicable New York State and Suffolk County treatment collection regulations), the proposal results in the potential for a significant adverse environmental impact that cannot be mitigated. Thus, as proposed, the site modifications necessitate a positive declaration under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and the Board must require an environmental impact statement and compliance with applicable SEQRA regulations. We also note that the Village is a SEQRA involved agency, and not only must a lead agency be determined, but coordinated review is required. Please assure that all Planning Board HARRIS BEACH April 8, 2024 ATTORNEYS AT LAW Page 3 SEQRA notices, including any intent to serve as lead agency, are provided to the Village as part of the Town's environmental review process. Thank you. Respectfully yours- Brian S. Stolar c: Ms. Heather M. Lanza, AIGP Mr. Mark Terry Paul DeChance, Esq, Julie McGivney, Esq. Zoning Board of Appeals, Town of Southold Mr. Adam Hubbard Mayor and Trustees, Village of Greenport PLC WHEREAS, any expansion of the system without addressing repair issues may render the piping to be increasingly prone to cracks and breaks, and � NP � WHEREAS, the December 5 infrastructure failure and the previous failure of the same infrastructure evidence additional or expanded connections 236 THIRD STREET to the GSTP may exacerbate environmental damage caused by potential.further GREENPORT,NY 11944 failures of piping that serves as an artery for the majority of the sewage collected, and Tel. (631)477-0348 Fax: (631)477-1877 WHEREAS, any further failures or damage poses an imminent vllls! r9NreenporLnrg threat to the health and safety of persons residing in the Village and the area where such damage has occurred and ecological and environmental harm to natural resources in and around the Village, and MAYOR KEYIN STUESSI EICf 21.5 WHEREAS, such failure will restrictthe ability of the GSTP to process sewage from properties currently connected to the GSTP, and WHEREAS, if additional wastewater is conveyed through the piping TRUSTEES system, a pipeline failure could cause extensive environmental farm and MARY Bess PHILLIPSthreaten the health and safe of residents, and DEPUTY MAYOR AYQ PATRICK BRENNAN WHEREAS, additional sewage flow resulting from new or expanded connections poses an imminent threat to the public's health, safety and welfare, LILY DOUGHERTY-JOHNSON and JULIA ROBINS WHEREAS, the Village is commencing a review and analysis of the totality of the circumstances relating to the GSTP primary collection piping VILLAGE damage, which analysis will include a conditions assessment report, evaluation ADMINISTRATOR of potentially viable solutions for repair and/or replacement, the costs of any PAUL J. PALLAS, P.E. such proposed solution, and the inherently sensitive environmental and public ExT 219 health concerns that may result from a further failure,and VILLAGE CLERIC WHEREAS, in accordance with the police power delegated to the CANDACE HALL M 214 Village by New York State and the Village's stanching as the stewards of the Village's health, safety and environment, the Village is obligated to take steps necessary to protect the heath, safety and welfare of the Village and its residents and of the Village's resources and natural environment,and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has determined that a temporary restriction on new connections or expansion of sewage flow from existing connections is necessary to preserve the public health, safety and welfare and to protect against the imminent threat to the health and safety of persons residing in the Village and its immediate surroundings, and the aforesaid recitals taken together constitute the rationale of such necessity and urgency. NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED . � 1. The Board of Trustees finds and determines that the foregoing recitals are incorporated herein as set forth in full. N P 2. The Board of Trustees finds that the adoption of this resolution is an Unlisted Action under the New York State Environmental 236 THIRD STREET Review Act (SEQRA), that the Board has reviewed a short GREENPORT, NY 11944 environmental assessment form and the text of this resolution, and finds and concludes that the Board of Trustees as lead agency with Tel: (631)477-o24s respect to environmental review of the proposed resolution: Fax: (631)477-1877 p p p 1. the Board has thoroughly reviewed the Short vfliageotyreenport.org Environmental Assessment Form (Short EAF); MAYOR 2. the Board also has considered the following KEVIN EXE255 factors and made the following conclusions in respect to its review of the environmental impacts of the proposed action: (a) the proposed action would not TRUSTEES result in any substantial adverse change MARY BESS PHILLIPS DEPUTY MAYOORR g quality, g in existing air ualit round or surface water quality or quantity, traffic or noise PATRICK BRENNAN levels, nor any substantial increase in solid waste production, nor create a LILY DOUGHERTY-JOHNSON substantial increase in the potential for erosion, flooding, leaching or drainage JULIA ROBINS problems; VILLAGE (b) the proposed action would not ADMINISTRATOR result in the removal or destruction of PAUL J. PAL E. EX' P.9 large quantities of vegetation or fauna, substantial interference with the VILLJAGE CLERK movement of any resident or migratory CANDACE HALL fish or wildlife species, impacts on a EXT 214 significant habitat area, substantial adverse impacts on a threatened or endangered species of animal or plant, or the habitat of such a species, or other significant adverse impacts to natural resources; (c) the proposed action would not impair the environmental characteristics of any Critical Environmental Area; (d) the proposed action would not conflict with the community's current C C) plans or goals as officially approved or tEst adapted; V (e) the proposed action would not impair the character or quality of 236 THIRD STREET important historical, archaeological, GREENPORT, NY 11944 architectural or aesthetic resources or of Tel: (631)477-0248 existing community or neighborhood Fax: (631)477-1877 character; (f) the proposed action would not vlllageoigreenport.org result in a major change in the use of either the quantity or type of energy; MAYOR KEVIN STUESSI EXT 215 (g) the proposed action would create a hazard to human health; (h) the proposed action would not TRUSTEES create a substantial change in the use, or MARY BESS PHILLIPS MAYOR �DEPUTY MAY intensity of use, of land, including agricultural, open space or recreational PATRICK BRENNAN resources, or in its capacity to support existing uses; LILY DOUGH ERTY-]OHNSON (i) the proposed action would not JULIA ROBINS encourage or attract large numbers of persons to any place for more than a few VILLAGE days, compared to the number who ADMINISTRATOR would come to such place without such PAUL J. PALLAS, P.E. EXT 219 action; VILLAGE CLERK 0) the proposed action would not CANDACE HALL create changes in two or more elements EXT 214 of the environment, no one of which would have a significant impact on the environment, but when taken considered together would result in a substantial adverse impact on the environment; (k) the proposed action would not create substantial adverse impacts when considered cumulatively with any other actions, proposed or in process; (1) the proposed action would not result in substantial adverse impact with respect to any relevant environmental consideration, including noise, aesthetics, traffic, air quality, water quality or I adequacy of water supply, drainage, soil ,+ conditions, or quality of life in the community in general and the immediate neighborhood in particular; 236 THIRD STREET GREENPORT, NY 119" (m) the proposed action would enhance the protection of the Tel: (631)477-0248 environment in the Village, in that it Fax: (631)477-1877 would preserve and maintain the existing villageofgreenport.org character of the Village; (n) the proposed action would not MAYOR have a significant adverse effect KEVIN STUESSI EXT 215 environmental impact; (o) no further environmental review is required with respect to the proposed TRUSTEES action, and MARY BESS PHILLIPS DEPUTY MAYOR (p) the Mayor, or his designee, is PATRICK BRENNAN authorized to execute the Short EAF in a manner consistent with the foregoing LILY DOUGH ERTY-JOH NSO N findings concluding that the proposed action will not result in a significant JULIA ROBINS adverse environmental impact VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR 3. From today, and for a period of six (6) calendar PAUL J. PALLAS, P.E. months, there shall be no new connections to the Village of EXT 219 Greenport sanitary sewer system, including but not limited to VILLAGE CLERK the Village's sanitary sewer collections system, or CANDACE HALL modifications to existing connections where such modification EXT 214 may result in increased production of waste from a site with an existing connection to the Village's sewer facilities, except as follows: (a) Replacement of existing sewer connection laterals shall be permitted upon approval by the Superintendent of the GSTP or his designee in accordance with Chapter 105 of the Code of the Village of Greenport, (b) All connections for work authorized by a previously issued and currently open permit, and XG (c) New sanitary sewer connections that may be approved by the Board of � 0 Trustees upon recommendation from the Superintendent of Public Works of the Village of Greenport in accordance with 236 THIRD STREET Chapter 105 of the Code of the Village of GREENPORT, NY 11944 Greenport. Tel: (631)477-0248 Fax: (631)477-1877 4. Any person, entity or applicant for a property village0greenport.org development approval whose application has been filed as of today may submit a written application to the Board of Trustees MAYOR requesting relief from this connection restriction setting forth KEVIN STUESSI the Ieasons why the restriction should not apply to their EXT 215 proposed connection. Such application must identify the quantity of expected or anticipated wastewater and the reason why the restriction should not apply. Upon receipt of such TRUSTEES request, the Board will make a determination either approving MARY BESS PHILLIPS or denying the request. DEPUTY MAYOR PATRICK BRENNAN LILY DOUGHERTY-]OHNSON RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED, effective January 1, 2024,that JULIA ROBINS the rights and obligations of Lamb &Barnosky, LLP pursuant to the retainer agreement presently in effect,will be assigned to and assumed VILLAGE by the law firm of Keane&Beanne, P.C.; and ADMINISTRATOR PAUL 3, PALLAS, P.E. EXT 219 RESOLUTION BE IT RESOLVED, effective January 1, 2024,that the Board terminates the retainer agreement with Lamb &Barnosky, VILLAGE CLERK LLP. CANDACE HALL EXT 214 COMMEM FROM THE PUBLIC ADJOURN SPECIAL MEETING NG January 3, 2024 To: Board of Trustees From: Paul J. Pallas, Village Administrator 236 THIRD STREET Re: December 5, 2023 Sewer Main Damage GREENPORT, NY 11944 Tel: (631)477-0248 Fax: (631)477-1877 As you are aware we had a significant sewer break on the main line between the main pump station and the sewer treatment plant at the corner of Kaplan Avenue and North Street on villageofgreenport.org December 5th. This is the second time in two years the line has broken in this location. The recent damage to the Village's primary wastewater collection system piping and the MAYOR consequent environmental and public health concerns resulting from new and repeated KEVIN EXT 215 damage to the system necessitated the emergency order while we study any and all issues. Per the Mayor's emergency order, the conditions threaten or imperil ecological and environmental resources in and around the Village of Greenport and the public safety of TRUSTEES citizens of the Village. The village system has 17 miles of sewer pipes of varying age and MARY BESS PHILLIPS condition as well as 8 pump stations,many of which require some level of repair or DEPUTY MAYOR replacement per the 2019 asset management study. The collection system assets (sewer PATRICK BRENNAN pipes and manholes) need to be reviewed taking in to account current conditions, recent emergencies and prior recommendations. Additionally,the main treatment facility has LILY DOUGHERTY-JOHNSON ongoing work and repairs,which should be evaluated relative to current conditions and prior recommendations. ]ULIA ROBINS Taking in to account the recent issue with the main line it is imperative to do an updated VILLAGE condition analysis in order to prioritize and fund needed repairs and replacements before ADMINISTRATOR decisions are made to expand the existing system. As discussed, the Village should endeavor PAUL]. PALLAS, P.E. EXT 219 to bring on a consultant to help evaluate the system and make recommendations. VILLAGE CLERK CANDACE HALL EXT 214 AG Board of Trustees � , ` Village of Greenport Special Meeting g 236 THIRD STREET Third Street Fire Station GREENPORT, NY 11944 Third and South Streets Tel: (631)477-0248 Greenport, NY 11944 Fax: (631)477-1877 vlllageofgreenport.org Thursday,s+ ay, January , 2 24, at 5:00 P.M. MAYOR KEVIN STUESSI EXT 215 MOTION"10 OPEN TLIE SPECIAL MEETING TRUSTEES PLEDGE OF ALLEGLMCE MARY BESS PHILLIPS DEPUTY MAYOR PATRICK BRENNAN DKIARD DISCUSSION LILY DOUGHERTY-]OHNSON The adoption Of emergency measures to address recent damage t0 the Village Sewer Facilities. JULIA ROBINS RESOLUTIONS VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR PAUL J. PALLAS, P.E. RESOLUTION RESTRICTING NEW AND EXPANDED SEWER EXT 219 CONNECTIONS VILLAGE CLERK WHEREAS, the Village of Greenport original sanitary sewer system CANDACE HALL was constructed in the 1850s, and consists of 17 miles of sewer pipes and 8 EXT 214 pumping stations, and WHEREAS, on December 5, 2023, the primary sewage collection system piping sustained damage that resulted in a leak requiring emergency repairs and the suspension of sewage collection service, and WHEREAS, the same primary piping sustained additional damage approximately 2 years ago, and WHEREAS, the Village Administrator, in consultation with the Greenport Sewage Treatment Plant (GSTP) Manager, has reported that the sewer piping is of varying age and condition and many of the pumping stations require some level of repair, and