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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCAC-02/13/2008 Donald Wilder, Chairman Lauren Standish, Secretary Town HaB, 53095 Main Rd. P.O. Box 1179 Southold, NY 1197\ Telephone (631) 765-1892 Fax (631) 765-6641 Conservation Advisory Council Town of Southold MINUTES RrrrlV'"D . J,.If.D. .:.;.....r:.: ...:,' l-r~-~ Q3v ~ 1? 2008 C;:~.~~~~~J Wed., February 13, 2008 4:30 PM Down's Farm Preserve A meeting of the Southold Town Conservation Advisory Council was held Wed., February 13, 2008 at Down's Farm Preserve. Present Were: Don Wilder, Chairman Jack McGreevy, Member Peter Young, Member James Eckert, Member Doug Hardy, Member Glen McNab, Member Lauren Standish, Secretary Absent Were: Chris Kempner, Member Jacob Smith, Student Member Bob Ghosio, Trustee CALL TO ORDER Chairman Don Wilder called the meeting to order at 4:30 PM CHAIRMAN'S ANNOUNCEMENTS Chairman Don Wilder announced that he would make an appointment to meet with Supervisor Russell to discuss the trash problem in the parks. They will also discuss the possibility of the NOAA presentation. Member Peter Young distributed sample agendas outlining presentations relating to docks and pier management. He suggested the CAC reach out to the local private organizations such as the North Fork Environmental Council, Southold Voice, or the Power Squadron, if local government doesn't want to get involved. 2 Chairman Don Wilder stated he wanted to bring as much scientific know-how to the community as possible. REPORTS Member Jack McGreevy submitted a draft to be formalized and sent to Trustee Jill Doherty relating to storm-water run-off. Chairman Don Wilder volunteered to attend the next Trustee meeting scheduled for Wed., February 27,2008. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Jack McGreevy, seconded by Glen McNab, to Approve the Minutes of January 16, 2008. DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATION OF WETLAND PERMIT & COASTAL EROSION PERMIT APPLICATIONS Moved by Peter Young, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of THOMAS GIESE to remove 58' of existing bulkhead "A" and replace in-place using C-Loc vinyl sheathing. Backfill area behind new bulkhead with clean trucked in soil approx. 26 cy. and revegetate areas with Cape American Beachgrass 12" on center; remove 18' of existing bulkhead "B" and replace in-place using C-Loc vinyl sheathing; and to SUPPORT the application to remove existing marine railway and replace in-kind and in-place with new and approved materials; remove remains of existing wooden dock, and construct a new 4'X 10' fixed dock with a 32"X 20' seasonal aluminum ramp onto a 6'X 20' seasonal floating dock secured by (4) 6" dia. pilings. Located: 5860 Skunk Lane, Cutchogue. SCTM#138-2-27&28 Inspected by: Peter Young, Doug Hardy, Don Wilder The CAC recommends the existing bulkhead be removed and the area be cleaned-up and re-vegetated. The shoreline should be left in it's natural state. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Glen McNab, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of GEORGE GARBE to construct 117' of new bulkhead and 16' south return immediately in front of existing bulkhead using vinyl sheathing, and provide a 10' non-turf buffer zone behind the bulkhead. Located: 685 Osprey Nest Rd., Greenport. SCTM#35-6-27 Inspected by: Glen McNab, Jack McGreevy 3 The CAC Supports the application with the Condition a 10' non-turf buffer is installed landward of the bulkhead, however has a concern with the present location of the bulkhead as it is inconsistent with the public trust doctrine. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Glen McNab, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of KINGS & ALPHAS, LLC C/O RICHARD ISRAEL to remove existing wood walkway to allow construction of 136' of new bulkhead immediately in front of existing bulkhead using vinyl sheathing. Replace wood walk inkind/inplace, and provide 10' non-turf buffer zone behind bulkhead. Located: 745 Osprey Nest Rd., Greenport. SCTM#35-6-26 Inspected by: Glen McNab, Jack McGreevy The CAC Supports the application with the Condition non-treated lumber is used on the decking, a 10' non-turf buffer, inclusive of the walkway, is installed landward of the bulkhead, and allow for public access along the shoreline. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried HAY HARBOR GOLF CLUB, INC. to restore approx. 550' of eroded shoreline by installing a "boulder slope" consisting of 2-4 ton boulders which shall be placed on filter fabric and a rock chip base. Any disturbed areas shall be replanted with Rosa Rugosa and Bayberry. Located: Beach Ave., Fishers Island. SCTM#9-12-8.1 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. Moved by Glen McNab, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of VARUJAN ARSLANY AN to install a docking facility consisting of two floats, each 8'X 20' and secured by four (4) 8" dia. piles, with access by hinged ramp 4'X 16' secured at its landward end to existing bulkhead. Located: 1280 Sage Blvd., Greenport. SCTM#53-5-10 The CAC does Not Support the application because of the size of the proposed floats and recommends the docking facility be re-designed to conform to Chapter 275 - Wetlands. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried 4 Moved by James Eckert, seconded by Don Wilder, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of RICHARD K. JOHNSON & PAMELA MAINO to construct a 4'X 10' ramp up to a 4'X 18' level fixed dock section with a 3'X 10' seasonal wooden ramp onto a seasonal 5'X 18' floating dock secured by (2) 4"X 4" posts. Located: 7617 Soundview Ave., Southold. SCTM#59-6-9 Inspected by: James Eckert The CAC Supports the application with the Condition "Thru-flo" decking is used on the fixed dock and the ramp and floating dock are seasonal. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Glen McNab, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of Y AN H. RIEGER for the existing attached deck, steps, and platform, located on the seaward side of the dwelling. Located: 370 Harbor Rd., Orient. SCTM#27-4-6 Inspected by Glen McNab, Jack McGreevy Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by James Eckert, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of CHRISTIAN & HEIDI FOKINE to remove the existing steps, and to construct a 4'X 51.4" catwalk using transparent plastic oralam grated decking, a 4'X 12'10" prefabricated metal ramp, and a 5'X 12' floating dock. Located: 2505 Wells Ave., Southold. SCTM#70-4-18 Inspected by: James Eckert The CAC Supports the application, however the seaward end of the proposed dock was not staked. The CAC recommends the use of grated materials and the docking facility does not exceed 1/3 across the width of the creek. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by James Eckert, seconded by Don Wilder, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of CHRISTOPHER & ELIZABETH GRASECK for the demolition of the existing roof; demolition of existing waterfront exterior wall and partial demolition of existing side/waterfront walls; proposed 5 addition of first floor with crawl space with second floor above; proposed new septic system, and installation of drYWells to contain roof run-off. Located: 1910 Leeton Dr., Southold. SCTM#58-2-12 Inspected by: James Eckert Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Peter Young, seconded by Don Wilder, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of JAMES MESKOURIS & OTHERS to construct a covered porch, alterations to the existing dwelling including a proposed addition on the landward side of the dwelling, and new sanitary system. Located: 1350 Sound Beach Dr., Mattituck. SCTM#106-1-36 Inspected by: Don Wilder, Doug Hardy, Peter Young The CAC Supports the application with the Condition the beach area is re-vegetated and roof drainage conforms to Chapter 236-Stormwater Management. The CAC requests the Board of Trustees inspects the neighboring properties where the beachgrass has been removed. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by James Eckert, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of JOANNA LANE to install privacy fencing along the northern property line. Located: 1852 North Bayview Rd., Southold. SCTM#70-12-39.4 Inspected by: James Eckert The CAC does Not Support the application and recommends natural fencing such as Arborvitaes or Leyland Cypress, in order to keep the wildlife corridors open. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by James Eckert, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of EAST END HARBOR LIGHTS COMPANY, LLC to remove and replace (in-place) approx. 153 linear ft. of existing timber bulkhead with vinyl bulkhead and backfill with approx. 30 cy. clean sand to be trucked in from an upland source. Located: 905 Harbor Lights Dr., Southold. SCTM#71-2-17 Inspected by: James Eckert 6 The CAC Supports the application with the Condition the new bulkhead abuts the existing bulkhead to the northwest. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Peter Young, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of SPIRO GEROULANOS to install an in-ground swimming pool, terrace, retaining wall, and new lawn area. Located: 2130 Broadwaters Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#104-9-13 Inspected by: Don Wilder, Doug Hardy, Peter Young The CAC Supports the application with the Condition of a pool drainage plan, the backfill contour lines are shown on the plan, and a maximum non-disturbance buffer. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Glen McNab, seconded by Don Wilder, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of DEBRA LACHANCE to rebuild the existing steps to the water in-kind. Replace existing deck at top of stairs with new 30 sf. deck. Located: 630 Ruch Lane, Greenport. SCTM#52-2-26 Inspected by: Glen McNab, Jack McGreevy The CAC Supports the application with the Condition open-grated materials are used on the decking, a 10' non-turf buffer with natural vegetation is installed landward of the top of the bluff, and measures are taken to control erosion at the bottom of the bluff during construction. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Peter Young, seconded by Don Wilder, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of GREGORY K. JOHNSON to construct a single-family dwelling and new sanitary system. Located: 2870 Henry's Lane, Peconic. SCTM#74-1-1 Inspected by: Don Wilder, Doug Hardy, Peter Young The CAC Supports the application with the Condition all trees above an 8" DBH are left in place. Vote of Council: Ayes: All 7 Motion Carried Moved by Don Wilder, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of DANIEL HUME to construct beach stairs and related walkways and platforms. Located: 13945 Oregon Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#83-2-9.1 Inspected by: Don Wilder The CAC Supports the application with the following Conditions/Comments: . Property boundaries appear to exceed apparent high-water and should be corrected; . Minimize the impacts on bluffs by the overall number of stairways; . Construction details using best management practices and with plans stamped by an Engineer; . No disturbance to the bluff except in the area of the stairs; and . Open-grating should be used on the decking. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Don Wilder, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of JOHN ELICK, AS TRUSTEE to construct beach stairs and related walkways and platforms. Located: Oregon Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#95-1-5 Inspected by: Don Wilder The CAC Supports the application with the following Conditions/Comments: . Property boundaries appear to exceed apparent high-water and should be corrected; . Minimize the impacts on bluffs by the overall number of stairways; . Construction details using best management practices and with plans stamped by an Engineer; . No disturbance to the bluff except in the area of the stairs; and . Open-grating should be used on the decking. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Jack McGreevy, seconded by James Eckert, it was RESOVLED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of JOSEPH ZEVITS to remove pilings and timber from east side of jetty, remove existing wood staving and replace with C-Loc 4500 series vinyl sheathing. Timbers of the east side and most seaward timber on 8 the west side will be replaced with new CCA timbers. Existing pilings to be used again and jetty to be bolted with :y." bolts. Located: 1375 West Lane, Southold. SCTM#88-6-18.4 Inspected by: James Eckert The CAC Supports the application with the Condition the reconstructed jetty low -profile and shortened to mean low water. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by James Eckert, seconded by Don Wilder, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of JOHN NICKLES C/O BEIXEDON ESTATE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC. for the reconstruction/replacement of the existing eastern/inner bulkhead within Petty's Pond and the entrance to Southold Bay (note: the northern return will be reduced by two feet; the existing docks and ramps are to remain); reconstruction/reduction of the existing eastern/outer "box" jetty, from a double-walled structure measuring 308'+/- overall, to a single-walled jetty measuring 278'+/-; removal/cutting at underwater grade the remnant pilings situated seaward of the outer "box" jetty; reconstruction/replacement of the existing western/inner bulkhead within Petty's Pond and the entrance to Southold Bay; and reconstruction/reduction of the existing western/outer bulkhead/jetty, eliminating the 34'+/- of "box" jetty and the 113'+/- of the outermost jetty. The resulting conditions of the project site would include an eastern bulkhead/jetty system measuring approx. 564+/- If. comprised of fiberglass sheathing, including the single-walled jetty extending into Southold Bay, and the western bulkhead/jetty system measuring approx. 159+/- If., also comprised of fiberglass sheathing. Located: Arshamomaque Ave. & Petty's Pond, Southold. SCTM#66-3-14&15 Inspected by: James Eckert Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by James Eckert, seconded by Don Wilder, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of RICHARD & ANN PIZZICARA to construct a 45.5'X 32' one-story addition, a 13.2'X 8' one-story addition, and a 10'X 15' rear deck extension to the existing dwelling. Located: 150 Lakeside Dr. North, Southold. SCTM#90-3-1 Inspected by: James Eckert The CAC Supports the application with the Condition the septic tanks are moved further landward and drywells and gutters are installed to contain the roof run-off. Vote of Council: Ayes: All 9 Motion Carried Moved by Peter Young, seconded by Don Wilder, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of JOHN & ANITA VASSIL to construct approx. 168 linear ft. of vinyl bulkhead in place of existing timber bulkhead; construct +/-20' and +/-14' vinyl bulkhead returns immediately landward of the existing timber returns to be removed; and backfill with approx. 30 cy. clean sand fill to be trucked in from an upland source. Located: 495 Rochelle Place, Mattituck. SCTM#144-4-11 Inspected by: Peter Young, Doug Hardy, Don Wilder The CAC Supports the application with the Condition non-treated lumber is used and a non-turf buffer 50% the distance from the house to the top of the bulkhead. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Glen McNab, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOVLED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of HENRY MAZZONI to clear (as necessary) up to 25' (revised to 50') landward of the top of bluff and landward of the Coastal Erosion Hazard Boundary Line, for the purpose of improving the vacant subject parcel with a two-story dwelling and appurtenances located no closer than 100' from the top of the bluff. Located: Stoney Beach Rd., East Marion. SCTM#22-3-18.15 Inspected by: Glen McNab, Jack McGreevy Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Glen McNab, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of GARDINER'S BAY ESTATES HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION to remove and replace 382' of existing bulkhead, walkway and catwalk dock sections. Relocate 166' section "A" and "B" 6' landward to provide straight alignment with existing adjacent bulkhead, walkway, dock structures at northwest end, and remaining 216' to be reconstructed in-place and to NOT SUPPORT the application to construct new low-profile bulkhead below sections "D" and "E", provide 6' wide non-turf buffer area and re-vegetate with Cape American Beach Grass. Located: Gardiner's Bay Estates, East Marion. SCTM#37-4-18 Inspected by: Jack McGreevy, Glen McNab The CAC Supports the application with the Condition sections "A" and "B" are replaced in the existing location and not landward of, and does Not Support the new bulkhead in 10 sections "D" and "E" because there is no need shown. The CAC recommends the use of open-grate materials on the decking of the dock and on Sections "A-E". The area between the pavement and the dock should remain natural and planted with native vegetation. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Glen McNab, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of ISABELLE HOULBREQUE to remove 56' of existing bulkhead and 52' of existing 3.5' wide wooden walkway and replace same in-place using C-Loc vinyl sheathing for bulkhead. Located: 210 Knoll Circle, East Marion. SCTM#37-5-16 Inspected by: Glen McNab, Jack McGreevy The CAC Supports the application with the Condition the new bulkhead is matched to the existing bulkhead to the south, and a 10' non-turf buffer, encompassing the gazebo, is installed behind the bulkhead. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF APPLICATIONS TO AMEND PERMITS Moved by Peter Young, seconded by Doug Hardy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Amendment application of PATRICK SCOLLARD to Amend Permit #5701 to construct approx. 88 linear ft. of 100-200 lb. stone rip-rap atop landward side of existing rip-rap and backfill with approx. 50 cy. clean sand fill to be trucked in from an upland source and planted with Cape American Beachgrass (12' on center). Located: 905 Willis Creek Dr., Mattituck. SCTM#123-10-3 Inspected by: Peter Young, Doug Hardy, Don Wilder The CAC Supports this exemplary plan for managing the shoreline. Vote of Council: Ayes: Peter Young, Doug Hardy, Glen McNab, Jack McGreevy, Don Wilder, James Eckert-Recused Motion Carried Moved by Peter Young, seconded by Doug Hardy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Amendment application of ROBERT & HELEN KEITH to Amend Permit #5700 to extend the existing stone rip-rap along eroded embankment by adding approx. 161 linear ft. of 50-100 lb. stone on filter cloth on grade along toe of escarped embankment. 11 Located: 995 Willis Creek Dr., Mattituck. SCTM#123-10-2 Inspected by: Peter Young, Doug Hardy, Don Wilder The CAC Supports this exemplary plan for managing the shoreline. Vote of Council: Ayes: Peter Young, Doug Hardy, Glen McNab, Jack McGreevy, Don Wilder, James Eckert-Recused Motion Carried The next meeting of the Conservation Advisory Council has been set for Wed., March 12, 2008 at 5:00 PM at Down's Farm Preserve. There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:45 PM. Respectfully submitted by, '- '-(au If '7 '?Yl, -dk rri&f; Lauren M. Standish, Secretary Conservation Advisory Council RECEIV;:D .. p-d 9;3u &~~_~JAJ S-",',q T' ,'. r'".'. . ,', (...~, H '......iJ\