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Home My WebLink AboutCAC-03/14/2012Peter A. Young, Chairman Lauren Standish, Secretary Town Hall, 53095 Main Rd. P.O. Box 1179 Southold, NY 11971 Telephone (631) 765-1892 Fax (631) 765-6641 Conservation Advisory Council Town of Southold MINUTES Wed,, March 14, 2012 4:30 PM Down's Farm Preserve RECEIVED APR 12 2012 A meeting of the Southold Town Conservation Advisory Council was held Wed., March 14, 2012 at Down's Farm Preserve. Present Were: Absent were: Peter Young, Chairman Jack McGreevy, Member Doug Hardy, Member Audrey Horton, Member William McDermott, Member John Stein, Member Lauren Standish, Secretary John Bredemeyer, Trustee CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 4:40 PM by Chairman Peter Young. OLD BUSINESS Member Jack McGreevy mentioned that the Peconic Sustainability Institute is still accepting comments. He recently met with Supervisor Russell and stressed how important it was to provide input from the Town. NEW BUSINESS Member Derek Bossen has recently accepted a full-time job and regrettably had to resign from the CAC. The Town Clerk will advertise for the one vacancy. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Doug Hardy, seconded by Jack McGreevy, to Approve the Minutes of February 15, 2012. DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATION OF WETLAND PERMIT & COASTAL EROSION PERMIT APPLICATIONS US DEPT. OF HOMELAND SECURITY, PLUM ISLAND ANIMAL DISEASE CENTER to repair and restore the ferry landing bulkhead facilities. Restore the face of the wharf by installing sheet piling and crushed stone backfill waterward of the existing bulkhead for scour protection lines; scour wall to be approx. 20' long each and installed immediately in front of two ramps. Located: 40550 Route 25, Orient. SCTM#132-1-30 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. Moved by Doug Hardy, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of HENRY H. TRAENDLY & BARBARA A. CADWALLADER to demolish an existing beach cabana and garage and construct a single-family dwelling, garage, install gutters, leaders and drywells, sanitary system and driveway. Located: 13000 Route 25, East Marion. SCTM#31-14-11 Inspected by: William McDermott, Jack McGreevy, Doug Hardy The CAC Supports the application, however, there is a concern with the location of the proposed sanitary system, the vulnerability to storm surges, and whether the project meets the requirements of other agencies. The CAC recommends the dwelling is constructed on pilings. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by William McDermott, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of MARY DESETTA to construct a second-story addition and separate lantern addition atop the existing single-family dwelling; reconstruct the existing outdoor shower; abandon the existing septic system; install a new updated sanitary system; reconstruct and raise the existing bulkhead, stairway, hinged ramp and floating dock. Located: 1325 Gull Pond Lane, Greenport. SCTM#35-4-10 Inspected by: William McDermott, Doug Hardy, Jack McGreevy The CAC Supports the application with the following Conditions: · The dock and bulkhead should conform to existing Town Code with regard to the square footage; · The installation of a 10' non-turf buffer; · Revegetation of the bank with native plants; · Retain the permeable driveway · Installation of haybales and silt fence and maintained throughout construction; and · Retain stormwater run-off on the property. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Jack McGreevy, seconded by John Stein, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of LAZARUS ALEXANDROU, CONTRACT VENDEE to construct a 4'X 92' timber stairway with associated wood landings and platforms to provide pedestrian access down bluff to beach. Located: 2700 Sound Dr., Greenport. SCTM#33-1-11 Inspected by: William McDermott, Doug Hardy, Jack McGreevy The project was not staked and the notice of hearing card was not posted, however, The CAC Supports the application and recommends erosion control devices at the base of the supports and a 10' non-disturbance buffer landward of the crest of the bluff. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Doug Hardy, seconded by John Stein, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit and Coastal Erosion Permit applications of DAVID MOORE to cut back the non-permitted bluff side deck 16', lessen the amount of decking that approaches the bluff and redirect the roof and deck run-off to the landward drywell. Located: 21075 Soundview Ave., Southold. SCTM#51-4-17 Inspected by: William McDermott, Doug Hardy, Jack McGreevy The CAC observed a 4" pipe running through the bulkhead and there is a lack of detail on the plan with what currently exists on the property. There is also a question about the legality of the existing boat lift on the bulkhead. The CAC Supports the application with the Condition of an engineering plan to stabilize the slope. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by William McDermott, seconded by Doug Hardy, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of PORT OF EGYPT to install new pavement within the central portion of the property; repair/reconstruct sidewalks and decking within the southeastern section of the property; install native perennial grass plantings within an area on the southeastern section of the property; and add Eastern Red Cedars within a planted garden area along the southerly section of the property. Located: 62300 Main Rd., Southold. SCTM#56-6-3.4 Inspected by: William McDermott, Doug Hardy, Jack McGreevy The CAC does Not Support the application because the parking area should be a pervious surface. Vote of Council: Ayes: All 4 Motion Carried Moved by Doug Hardy, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of BEIXEDON ESTATES ASSOC., INC. to remove and replace 37' of damaged bulkhead using vinyl sheathing and 2' higher than existing; construct a 30' return on the east side; install rip-rep to 1 ton stone armor in front of bulkhead; replenish beach with approx. 400 cy. of sand; and construct 4'X 12' beach stairs. ROW end of Arshamomaque Ave., Southold. SCTM#66-2-47 Inspected by: William McDermott, Doug Hardy The CAC does Not Support the application because the proposed coastal structures do not mediate the current problem. The CAC recommends an appropriate slope rock revetment with native vegetation. T The CAC questions the proposed fence noted on the survey but not included in this application. Vote of Council: Ayes: Peter Young, Audrey Horton, William McDermott, Doug Hardy, Jack McGreevy Recused: John Stein Motion Carried Moved by William McDermott, seconded by John Stein, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of ROBERT HORVATH to construct an irregularly shaped stone patio 57'X 21', enlarge an existing brick patio 109 sf., construct a 3'X 9' stone walk, construct a stone wall, and install drywells and plantings. Located: 4550 Paradise Point Rd., Southold. SCTM#81-3-5 Inspected by: William McDermott The CAC Supports the application with the Condition of a 10' non-turf buffer from the crest of the bluff landward and all run-off from the patio is contained. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Audrey Horton, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of LEONARD RIDINI to construct a 68' long retaining wall. Located: 805 West Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#110-7-4 Inspected by: Audrey Horton The CAC does Not Support the application based on the following: · The work has already started; The building, stairs and deck noted on the site plan as "existing" do not exist; and · The site plan lacks specificity. Vote of Council: Ayes: All 5 Motion Carried Moved by Audrey Horton, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of BARBARA KLEIN to construct a 4'X 106' elevated catwalk secured with twenty-eight (28) posts @ 6", a 3'X 15' hinged ramp and a 6'X 20' floating dock secured by four (4) pilings @ 8". Located: 320 Broadwaters Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#104-10-6 Inspected by: Peter Young, Audrey Horton The CAC does Not Support the application based on the following: · The seaward end of the dock was not staked as of March 12~; · The dock extends beyond the pier line and should be brought in landward to be in line with the neighboring docks; · A 5' non-turt buffer inside of the chain-link fence; and · Legality of the chain-line fence. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Audrey Horton, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of 1050 WEST COVE RD., LLC for the existing wood bulkhead with vinyl sheathing landward of existing wood bulkhead; wood retaining wall; 3'X 14' stairs; 12'X 21' wood deck with vinyl knee wall landward of wood deck; and 5'X 4' stair landing with two 4'X 7' stairs to beach. Located: 1050 West Cove Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#111-5-1 Inspected by: Audrey Horton, Peter Young The CAC Supports the application with the Condition of a 40' non-disturbance buffer between the top of the bulkhead and the crest of the bluff. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Audrey Horton, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of MURRAY GAYLORD to elevate the existing dwelling; construct a front entry; rear deck; screen porch; addition; stoops (2); deck roof; install new sanitary system; deposit clean fill; demolish the existing garage; and establish a natural buffer. Located: 765 Beachwood Rd., Mattituck. SCTM#116-4-20.1 Inspected by: Audrey Horton, Peter Young The CAC Supports the application with the Condition of a 10' non-turf buffer planted with native vegetation and there is to be no further mowing. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Audrey Horton, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of WILLIAM EDWARDS & AMEI WALLACH to resheath the landward side of approx. 94 If. of existing timber bulkhead with vinyl sheet pilings and backfill with approx. 40 cy. clean sand to be trucked in from an upland source; and construct an 8'X 20' deck with steps in place of existing 8.5'X 20' deck with steps. Located: 1600 Park Ave., Mattituck. SCTM#123-8-4 Inspected by: Peter Young, Audrey Horton The CAC Supports the application with the Condition of a 10' non-turf buffer and the installation of gutters, leaders and drywells to contain roof run-off from the dwelling. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by Audrey Horton, seconded by Peter Young, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the Wetland Permit application of EMILA & ILYA KABAKOV to remove and replace (inkind/inplace) approx. 160 If. of timber retaining wall; construct 16' easterly return; remove and replace (inkind/inplace) 3 'wide stairs and 4'X 6' platform; backfill with approx. 25 cy. sandy fill; and replant with native vegetation approx. 20' wide embankment to be maintained as a non-turf buffer. Located: 1700 Park Ave., Mattituck. SCTM#123-8-5 Inspected by: Audrey Horton, Peter Young The CAC Supports the application with the Condition of a 10' non-turf buffer from the top of the bank landward. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried WILLIAM L. HANLEY, JR. to restore a damaged shoreline in various on site locations; install 85' of boulder barrier along the eroded shoreline consisting of 1-2 ton stones placed on top of a 1' deep layer of stone chips on filter fabdc, and with a slope of 1:2-1:3; extend the existing concrete seawall 38' and armor the extension with a boulder barrier consisting of 1-2 ton stones placed on top of a 1' deep layer of stone chips on filter fabric, and with a slope of 1:2-1:3. In the eastern portion of the site, install 50' of boulder barrier consisting of 1-2 ton stones placed on top of a 1' deep layer of stone chips on filter fabric, and with a slope of 1:2-1:3; and randomly place boulders and stones seaward of the proposed barrier. In the northwestern portion of the site install 35' of boulder barrier consisting of 1-2 ton stones placed on top of a 1' deep layer of stone chips on filter fabric, and with a slope of 1:2-1:3. Along the northern portion armor/re-armor the existing concrete seawall by randomly placing 1-2 boulders and stones in the voids of the existing armoring. Located: East End Rd., Fishers Island. SCTM#1-2-4 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. HIRAM MOODY, JR. to construct a 4' wide pile and timber pier and install an 8'X 20' floating dock with hinged ramp and associated float restraint piles, boat berthing tie-off piles, utilities and ladder. The overall length of the pier from the shore waterward of the high tide line and tidal wetlands vegetation is 120'. Located: 33 Reservoir Rd., Fishers Island. SCTM#9-8-3.2 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATION OF APPLICATIONS TO AMEND WETLAND & COASTAL EROSION PERMITS Moved by Jack McGreevy, seconded by William McDermott, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of ROBERT SWING to Amend Wetland Permit #6978 to include the existing on grade patio and to remove the portion within the 5' wide non-disturbance buffer. Located: 4295 Bayshore Rd., Greenport. SCTM#53-6-24 Inspected by: Jack McGreevy, William McDermott, Doug Hardy The CAC Supports the application, however questions the whether the French drain is properly located and constructed. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by William McDermott, seconded by Jack McGreevy, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of WALTER BLUM to Amend Wetland Permit #2097 for the existing 4'X 15' ramp and 8'X 70' floating dock and to replace the storm-damaged pilings to secure the float. Located: 260 Robinson Rd., Greenport. SCTM#34-5-12 Inspected by: Jack McGreevy, William McDermott, Doug Hardy The CAC Supports the application, however, recommends a plan to address the stormwater run- off, the installation of a non-turf buffer between the bulkhead and the deck and a non-disturbance buffer in the undeveloped area north of the end of the bulkhead. Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried Moved by William McDermott, seconded by John Stein, it was RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of TOM & MAE MAURI to Amend Wetland Permit #7645 to reposition the approved floating dock from a "T" to an "L" configuration and install water and electric. Located: 1135 Calves Neck Rd., Southold. SCTM~3-7-33 Inspected by: Jack McGreevy, William McDermott, Doug Hardy Vote of Council: Ayes: All Motion Carried PETER SCHWAB to Amend Wetland Permit #7629 and Coastal Erosion Permit #7629C to place new scour protection stone, 25+/- cy. over 250+/- sr. along the waterward face of the concrete seawall. Located: Hedge St., Fishers Island. SCTM#10-7-27.10 The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made. Members Peter Young and John Stein will attend the next regular meeting of the Board of Trustees scheduled for Wed., March 21, 2012. The next meeting of the Conservation Advisory Council has been set for Wed., April 11, 2012 at 4:30 PM at Down's Farm Preserve. There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:15 PM. Respectfully submitted by, Lauren M. Standish, Secretary Conservation Advisory Council RECEIVED APR 12 201Z So.hold Town