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Peter A. Young,ChainnanTown Hall,53095 Main Rd.
Lauren Standish,Secretary IO P.O.Box 1179
Southold,NY 11971
Conservation Advisory Council
Town of Southold
MINUTES
Wed., August 9, 2017
5:30 PM
Down's Farm Preserve
A meeting of the Southold Town Conservation Advisory Council was held Wed., August 9,
2017 at Down's Farm Preserve.
Present were: Peter Young, Chairman
Peter Meeker, Member
John Stein, Member
Keith McCamy, Member
James Abbott, Member
Lauren Standish, Secretary
Absent: Greg Williams, Member
Caroline Burghardt, Member
James Dinizio, Town Board Liaison
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:40PM by Chairman Peter Young.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CHAIRMAN'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
REPORTS
Peter Meeker and Greg Williams attended the Board of Trustees meeting on Wed., July
19, 2017.Peter Meeker reported that the Trustees denied several applications for
moorings/stakes for small craft. An application for a dock on the bay was Tabled and an
application to dredge was Tabled due to the lack of an approved spoil disposal area.
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OLD BUSINESS
Peter Meeker requested an update on the LWRP assistance. Peter Young agreed to meet
with Mark Terry in the near future.
NEW BUSINESS
2017 Budget Review for Town Board consideration.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by John Stein, seconded by Keith McCamy, to Approve the Minutes of July 12,
2017.
DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATION OF WETLAND PERMIT & COASTAL
EROSION PERMIT APPLICATIONS
Moved by John Stein, seconded by Peter Meeker, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of DEMETRIOS & MARIA PAPAGIANNAKIS
to remove existing upper landing of decking; remove and replace side retaining walls
along upper staircase and landing; remove stringers and treads for four(4) staircases as
necessary. Remove and replace decking and railings for three (3) landings; repair and
replace frame and necessary. Remove decking and railings to lower deck as necessary;
repair or replace frame as necessary and add extra tread to upper and lower staircases.
Located: 2100 Sound Ave., Greenport. SCTM#33-1-17
Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Keith McCamy, John Stein
The CAC Supports the application with the Condition the last seven (7) steps at the base
of the staircase are hinged/retractable and questions the legality of the shed/beach
cabana.
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried,
Moved by John Stein, seconded by Keith McCamy, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of WILLOW POINT ASSOCIATION to construct
additional 6'X 18' wooden floating dock, 3'X 12' ramp and 4'X 4' wood platform to add to
existing (6) floating docks. Remove 75 sf. of brush on shoreline, dredge 26.5 cy. and
deposit in spoil area on site.
Located: 325 Willow Point Rd., Southold. SCTM#56-5-28
Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Keith McCamy, John Stein
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
Moved by John Stein, seconded by Peter Meeker, it was
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RESOLVED to NOT SUPPORT the application of SOUND SIDE COTTAGE, LLC to
remove existing side deck along north easterly side of existing dwelling; construct a one-
story addition to existing dwelling on pilings in location of removed deck; construct entry
porch/deck for addition; remove part of existing wood walk leading to existing deck (not to
be replaced). Remove existing wood walk from outdoor shower/laundry shed to above
wood walk. Existing landing and staircase seaward of bulkhead to remain. Existing wood
deck at bulkhead to be reduced in size to 198 sf. "L" shaped walkway to remain. Remove
existing walkway northwest of the "L" shaped walkway (not to be replaced). Existing wood
deck with planter attached to seaward side of existing dwelling to remain. Relocated
existing shed to remain.
Located: 1840 Leeton Drive, Southold. SCTM#58-2-11
Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Keith McCamy, John Stein
The CAC does Not Support the application given the history of preserving the dune. The
proposed action is an intrusion into the dune grasses, which is a highly sensitive area.
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
Moved by John Stein, seconded by Keith McCamy, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of JOSEPH & LAURA MAZZA for the
demolition of existing one-story, two bedroom wing, and construction of new two-story,
four bedroom wing, in same footprint, with additional square footage added landward of
existing; and addition of new sanitary system to accommodate additional bedrooms.
Remainder of existing residence, pool, terrace and porches to remain.
Located: 280 Basin Rd., Southold. SCTM#81-1-19
Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Keith McCamy, John Stein
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
Moved by John Stein, seconded by James Abbott, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of LAUGHING WATERS PROPERTY
OWNERS ASSOC. to re-grade the beach area by removing approx. 150 cy. of dredge
spoil and replacing it with approx. 100 cy. of clean dredge spoil. Remove approx. 120 cy.
of dredge spoil from the berm around the perimeter of the parking area, and improve
parking area with select fill so that it is not too sandy for vehicle traffic.
Located: 2360 Minnehaha Blvd. Southold. SCTM#87-3-60
Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Keith McCamy, John Stein
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
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Moved by Peter Meeker, seconded by John Stein, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of NICHOLAS & GEORGIA NOTIAS to
construct a 4'X 40' ramp up onto a 4'X 150' level dock; construct two 4'X 40' lower
platforms at offshore end of dock; install four mooring pilings; install water piping an
electric conduit to offshore end of dock; and construct a 4'X 20' ramp over dune.
Located: 450 Paradise Point Rd., Southold. SCTM#93-1-3
Inspected by: Peter Meeker, Keith McCamy, John Stein
The CAC Supports the application with the Condition provisions are made for lateral
access along the shoreline.
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
Moved by Peter Young, seconded by James Abbott, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of JAMES & LINDA GEMMILL to remove
existing wood deck and covered porch from south/waterside of existing single-family
dwelling, one-story dwelling located partially within Ch. 275 jurisdiction, remove brick
walks on west side of house, and construct 1,005 sf one-story addition, 704 sf. of covered
porches over masonry patios with steps, and new cellar entrance; install drainage system
consisting of leaders, gutters and drywells; remove existing 16'X 20' wood deck from top
of bank and construct 10'X 16' on-grade masonry patio landward of top of bank; replace
existing embankment stairway and landings with new stairway and 8'X 12' shed behind
bulkhead to remain; remove 1 VX 16' section of existing deck behind bulkhead; replace
and relocate existing 4'X 6' steps to beach; and establish a 10' wide non-turf buffer
landward of top of bank.
Located: 60041ndian Neck Lane, Peconic. SCTM#98-5-18
Inspected by: Peter Young, James Abbott
The CAC Supports the application and recommends the review of the removal of trees on
the embankment and retractable stairs at the base of the staircase.
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
Moved by Peter Young, seconded by James Abbott, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of PREVITE INVESTMENT TRUST to construct
a fixed timber dock with water and electricity, consisting of a 4'X 8' landward ramp leading
to a 4'X 124' elevated catwalk with open-grate decking; a 3'X 14' hinged ramp; and a 6'X
20' float secured by two (2) 8" dia. pilings.
Located: 1570 Broadwaters Road, Cutchogue. SCTM#10479-7
Inspected by: Peter Young, James Abbott
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The CAC Supports the application and recommends the lighting on the docking facility is
dark skies compliant.
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
Moved by James Abbott, seconded by Peter Young, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of 5345 VANSTON ROAD, LLC (c/o David
Bofill) to construct a dock assembly off the eastern shoreline of subject property and
Wunneweta Rd. consisting of an elevated catwalk/ramp 4'X 41', secured by twelve (12)
posts; hinged ramp 3'X 15'; and floating dock 6'X 20', secured by four(4) pilings. All
hardware to be hot-dipped galvanized.
Located: 5345 Vanston Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#111-14-1
Inspected by: Peter Young, James Abbott
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
Moved by James Abbott, seconded by Peter Young, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of 5345 VANSTON ROAD, LLC to construct
new cement retaining wall continued 19.8 If. from adjacent southerly property onto subject
premises, approx. 36" to 42" high, based on field conditions, to taper down existing grade.
Regrading to continue from adjacent southerly parcel, over property line, and taper onto
subject parcel.
Located: 5345 Vanston Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#111-14-1
Inspected by: Peter Young, James Abbott
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
Moved by Peter Young, seconded by James Abbott, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of JAMES WEEDEN to construct 178' of new
retaining wall, fill void areas landward of new wall with clean trucked in fill, and regrade
area.
Located: 1175 Bridge Lane, Cutchogue. SCTM#118-2-16.1
Inspected by: Peter Young, James Abbott
The CAC Supports the application with the Condition of a 10' non-turf buffer landward of
the retaining wall.
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
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Moved by Peter Young, seconded by James Abbott, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of MICHAEL & MARY HEAGERTY for
renovations to existing residence including opening existing covered porch, re-siding, re-
roofing, new windows and interior renovations, removal of existing wooden walkways
totaling 2,346 sf., removal of portion of existing deck at edge of slope totaling 95 sf.,
removal of portion of existing deck at beach, removal of shower in existing cabana, re-
siding and re-roofing existing cabana, repair of existing wood stairs down slope to beach,
removal of existing gazebo, construct new wood entry stairs, re-align gravel driveway,
new sanitary system, new stone terrace at grade, new stepping stone paths, and new
drywells to collect storm water run-off.
Located: 10550 Nassau Point Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#119-1-16
Inspected by: Peter Young, James Abbott
The CAC Supports the application with the submission of an accurate site plan and the
retractable stairs at the base of the staircase.
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
Moved by Peter Young, seconded by James Abbott, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of THOMAS PALMER IRREV. TRUST for a NY
Rising Project. Existing single-family dwelling to be raised for FEMA compliance. Also
removal of decking and patio, front entry platform 8'X 5' with steps to grade, rear entry
platform 10'X 7', mechanical room 30 sf. and AC platform.
Located: 2200 (2050) Deep Hole Drive, Mattituck. SCTM#123-4-5.1
Inspected by: Peter Young, James Abbott
The CAC Supports the application with the Condition of a 10' non-turf buffer.
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
JEREMIAH BOGERT to install 90' of woven wire silt fencing; remove exiting wood walk
and steps; remove and stockpile existing rocks south of steps for re-use in revetment
construction. Lay Mirafi geotextile filter fabric and cover with a layer of 3" crushed stone.
Construct an armor layer riprap revetment at the toe of the slope measuring 70' long and
12' wide comprised of 3-5 ton armor stone. North end of new revetment to be tied into
existing boulder revetment; the south end of new revetment to run into existing slope and
not be exposed. Provide steps to beach in new stone revetment. Provide native materials
and 4' stone splash pad at top of new revetment. Fill six (6) locations of voids near top of
slope of existing revetment with armor layer dimensional rocks for a total of 4-5 cy. of�fill.
All void work performed from lawn area at top of slope. Care to be taken during
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construction to minimize impact to existing vegetation. Area of disturbance is 760 sf. with
115 cy. of rocks used.
Located: 8196 Clay Point Rd., Fishers Island. SCTM#3-1-9.1
The CAC did not make an inspection, therefore no recommendation was made.
RECOMMENDATIONS-APPLICATIONS TO AMEND WETLAND PERMIT AND
COASTAL EROSION PERMITS
Moved by James Abbott, seconded by Peter Young, it was
RESOLVED to SUPPORT the application of DAVID & COLLEEN BOFILL to Amend
Wetland Permit#8900 to replace existing cement landscape retaining wall (10' from
existing sanitary system) and below grade with proposed cement landscaping retaining
wall 67.5 If. and 36.7 If. starting 14.3' from southerly property line to northerly property
line, wall height approx. 36" to 42" from grade, adjusted as needed based on site
conditions. Proposed wall located 47.8' from bulkhead (closest point in center) and
approx. 88' from wetlands; steps landward of retaining wall for access on yard.
Located: 5785 Vanston Rd., Cutchogue. SCTM#118-1-1.4
Inspected by: Peter Young, James Abbott
Vote of Council: Ayes: All
Motion Carried
John Stein will attend the next regular meeting of the Board of Trustees scheduled for
Wed., August 16, 2017 at 5:30PM.
The next meeting of the Conservation Advisory Council will be held on Wed., September
13, 2017 at 4:30PM at Down's Farm Preserve.
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned
at 7:30PM.
Respectfully submitted by,
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Lauren M. Standish, Secretary
Conservation Advisory Council