HomeMy WebLinkAboutLP-01/04/2005LAND PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MEETING
Minutes of Regular Meeting held
Tuesday, January 4, 2005
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Also present:
Ray Huntington
John Sepenoski
Michelle Zaloom
Eric Keil
Fred Lee
Ray Blum
Craig Arm
Bill Edwards, Town Board Liaison
Melissa Spiro, Land Preservation Coordinator
Melanie Doroski, Land Preservation Secretary
Jim Glover, landowner - 7:30 p.m. appointment
Commencement:
· The meeting began at 7:00 p.m. with five LPC members present.
Adoption of Meeting Minutes:
· Adoption of minutes from December 7, 2004.
MOTION made by Eric Keil, seconded by John Sepenoski, to accept minutes of
the December 7, 2004 meeting.
Motion carried 5/0.
Inquiries:
· GLOVER PROPERTY (formerly Scott Phase '1 Farm):
SCTM #: 1000-96-5-13
Location: Main Rd, Cutchogue
Total Acreage: +23.0882 acres
PDR Acreage: +22.9538 acres
Zoned: A-C
CPF: Yes
Appointment with landowner (7:30 p.m.) re: proposed use of property.
Melissa Spiro reviewed landowner's request to increase the agricultural
production "rectangle" he had proposed at the last LPC meeting held on
December 7, 2004, with LPC members. Melissa told LPC that Mr. Claver
requested increasing the rectangle area to 300 feet north of the southern most
boundary of the property and 425 feet wide in an east/west direction from the
westerly property boundary, continuing in a northerly direction for approximately
1200 feet. Members noted that, in addition to discussing the increase to the
rectangle area, they wanted to discuss the proposed location for the office trailer
and the type of deer fencing with Mr. Claver.
Jim Clover met with LPC members at 7:45 p.m. He explained that he had visited
the site with Alan Cannell, and that this had brought about his request for an
increase to the agricultural production area he had discussed with the LPC at
their December 7, 2004 meeting.
The LPC decided that they were in favor of allowing the increase to the
rectangular area and that Melissa would designate the area on a map for the
record.
The LPC discussed the location for the proposed office trailer. The LPC and Mr.
Claver decided on a mutually agreeable area of 100'x100'. This area was also to
be designated on a map by Melissa.
The LPC acknowledged the need for deer fencing and agreed to allow deer
fencing to be located along the property perimeter and/or internally, for crop
protection.
LPC noted that all proposed greenhouses were to be located within the
described rectangular area, and that any greenhouses to be located outside of
such area would need approval by the LPC.
LPC noted that since Mr. Clover did not know where, or if, he proposed to
construct a barn, that any barn would need approval by the LPC.
The LPC also noted that LPC approval for proposed uses only allows the
landowner to proceed with pursuing any applicable approvals, and/or permits,
from other Town Departments or agencies that are required by Town Code.
Melissa's "draft" letter was approved with members revisions and added
recommendations and will be sent to Mr. Claver with copies forwarded to the
Planning & Building Departments.
The Members entered into EXECUTIVE SESSION.
Applications:
· MILAZZO PROPERTY (open space):
SCTM #:
Location:
Total Parcel Acres:
Preserve Acreage:
Zoned:
CPF:
1000-53-1-9
Pipes Neck Road, Greenport
+12.2 acres
+10 acres
R-80
Yes
Update re: status of County Open Space Application. County made an offer
to property owner and approached Town for a partnership with the proposed
purchase. LPC members not favorable to partnership with this specific project as
they felt County's offer too high if landowner still plans on retaining a lot created
within this parcel. LPC members would consider a partnership on other
properties that the County may be interested in purchasing in this target area.
General:
· Melissa Spiro's Status Report
members but not discussed.
[executive session] was distributed to
END OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
Informational:
LPC Attorney Contracts for 2005 - At the Town Board Organization Meeting
held earlier this date, Lisa Clare Kombrink, Esq. was reappointed as legal
counsel to Land Preservation but limited to farmland acquisitions. Mary C.
Wilson, Esq. was appointed as legal counsel to Land Preservation for open
space acquisitions.
· TNC & PLT Contracts for 2005 - contracts are being prepared. Jim McMahon
needs to complete Peconic Land Trust Stewardship contract.
· Scheduled Closings: 1/12/05 Dubner North (TPDR) at 12 noon and
Drum/Saland (TOS) and 1:30 p.m.
· Reese Family has signed contract with Town. Public Hearing scheduled for
Tuesday, January 18, 2005, at 8:00 p.m.
· Dorset Farms, Inc. Public Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, January 18, 2005, at
8:05 p.m. Contract to be submitted to USDA for final approval of deed language
prior to contact execution. Possible closing date beginning of February 2005
· Grippa possible closing date beginning of February 2005
· Ag Forum at Suffolk County Community College Campus in Riverhead will
be held on Thursday, January 20th and Friday, January 21st, 2005.
· Sanitary Flow Credits - Patricia Finnegan, Southold Town Attorney, has
received a number of comments on draft legislation.
Next Regular Meeting:
The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 25, 2005,
Conference Room, at 7:00 p.m.
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Adjournment:
The meeting was adjourned at 9:11 p.m. by the remaining five members.
Respectfully submitted by Melanie Doroski, Secretary