https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/e7f9186875f28f2b9e74d69662253302.pdf c198b77112f12386b30f2b4b6b4808dc PDF Text Text The meeting was called to order at 8:04 pm by George Tanner, Chairman. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: George Tanner, Chairman Hugh Jones Nicholas Cicchetti Glenn Rosenbloom Ed McCarthy Isabel Mendez Absent: John Whysner Also Present: Shailesh Naik (Charles Manganaro/Village Engineer) Owen Wells (Saccardi & Schiff/ Village Planners) Sean McCarthy (Building Inspector/ Village of Sleepy Hollow) Janet Gandolfo (Village Attorney) Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Announcements None. Proposed Agenda: 1) A&A Bakers 149 Cortlandt St 2) M. Araujo 68 Beekman Ave 3) AECOM 30 Andrews Lane 4) 34 Clinton Street Corp 34 Clinton Street 5) Other 6) Approval of minutes for April and May 2011 7) Lighthouse Landing Waterfront Development Amended application Preliminary application Public hearing Public hearing Discussion 1) A&A Bakers Amended application 149 Cortlandt St Discussion Nick Abadio is the project architect and is representing this application along with owner, Walter Galiano. Nick Abadio asked the Board to revise the two dedicated parking spaces in front of their property to provide more space for their delivery vehicles to enter and exit the property. He stated that he would like the parking spaces to be dedicated from 8pm to 10am instead of the current 10pm to 4am. �The Chair asked if there was a way to give the applicant more access to allow better access to their driveway. Sean McCarthy responded that they would have to look at parking in front of and behind the driveway. The Chair referred to the Village Attorney. Janet Gandolfo responded that the applicants request is not clear. The Chair asked if the applicant could use the driveway at the location of the oversized fence. Walter Galiano responded that the driveway is too steep. The Chair asked if there were 2 spaces that the applicant can give back to the public. Walter Galiano responded no. Janet Gandolfo asked the applicant to clarify their request. Walter Galiano stated that they are asking for the two spaces in front of the property for loading spaces. Janet Gandolfo stated that the applicant might have to apply to the Village Board of Trustees to have the 2 parking spaces taken away. The Chair asked about the size of 2 parking spaces. Sean McCarthy responded 40 feet. Sean McCarthy asked if the trucks are backing in to the property or are driving in forward. Walter Galiano responded backing in. Sean McCarthy responded that the loading space on the lower side should not be needed. The Chair asked the applicant to speak to the Board's Engineering consultant to determine exactly how much space is needed. Ed McCarthy stated that the community will be better off with the bakery. He stated that the Board should work together to help the applicant. The Chair asked when the retail bakery would be opened. Walter Galiano responded that the wholesale bakery must be operational before the retail bakery can be started. Sean McCarthy responded that the retail bakery is vital for compliance with the Village Zoning code. He stated that the Certificate of Occupancy can be revoked without the retail bakery. �The Board referred the application to the ZBA for the required variances. This was adjourned to the next meeting. 2) M. Araujo 68 Beekman Ave Preliminary application - Luigi Rogliano is the contract vendee and is representing this application. Luigi Rogliano stated that this plan was approved 2 years ago but the previous owner was financially unable to continue. He stated that he is looking to get the previous approval reinstated so that the project can start. The Chair asked if the current approvals are in effect. Sean McCarthy responded no. Hugh Jones asked if this property is one of the properties that the Village needed access behind the building. Sean McCarthy responded yes. The Chair asked if the application is complete. Luigi Rogliano responded that the Planning Board application is complete. The Board agreed to refer this application to the ZBA and schedule the public hearing for the Planning Board's next meeting. Sean McCarthy asked about the proposed use. Luigi Rogliano responded that they do not know yet. He stated that they will be the owners and will rent the building. Glenn Rosenbloom asked if the applicant is looking to change anything from the previous approval. Luigi Rogliano responded no. He stated that the building will be built as approved. The Chair stated that the applicant needs to get the required ZBA approvals. Luigi Rogliano stated that he is requesting the Boards assistance so that the application can be expedited. He stated that there are contractual deadlines that need to be met. This application was referred to the ZBA. This was adjourned to the next meeting. �3) AECOM 30 Andrews Lane Proposed facilities staging area This is a continuation of the public hearing. Victor Miles is presenting this application along with Scott McDown. Victor Miles stated that the parking on 34 Clinton Street will work for the employees on the site. He stated that he will be renting the entire parking lot for employee parking. He stated that he still needs to rent the 13 parking spaces from the Village for homeowner parking while the remediation is on-going. This matter was temporarily adjourned until the application for 34 Clinton Street application is resolved. 4) 34 Clinton Street Corp 34 Clinton Street Proposed parking lot This is a continuation from previous meetings. Robert Barstow is the owner and is representing this application. The Chair asked if the applicant had provided a copy of the lease with the MTA. Robert Barstow provided a copy of the lease agreement between himself and the MTA. Victor Miles stated that Gillette has reviewed the lease and does not see any issues in renting the property from the owner. Janet Gandolfo stated that the lease agreement is with the Gagliardi family. The Gagliardi family has written a letter assigning their rights. Hugh Jones made a motion to enter into Executive Session. Nick Cicchetti seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). The Board entered into Executive Session at 8:40pm. The Board returned from Executive Session at 9:00pm. No action was taken. The Chair stated that the Board has concluded that the applicant does not have the full right to use the MTA property. He stated that the applicant has until the next meeting to produce a letter from the MTA indicating that the applicant has the right to use the property. He stated that the APPROVED - Planning Board Meeting, June 16, 2011 4 �Board will approve the use of the 8 parking spaces on the applicant's property. Robert Barstow asked if the MTA pays taxes on this parcel. Janet Gandolfo responded that they pay some monies to the Village. Robert Barstow asked if they have to get permits for any work on the property. Janet Gandolfo responded no. He stated that they have their own process for completing improvements on their property. The Chair stated that the Resolution needs to include the installation of a 6-foot gate at the front of the property. He also stated that the potholes will be filled. He also stated that all vehicles on the site need to be insured and registered at all times. Lastly, he stated that site lighting is also required. Glenn Rosenbloom made a motion to approve the application with the stipulations above. Nicholas Cicchetti seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). 3 - continued ) AECOM 30 Andrews Lane Proposed facilities staging area This is a continuation from earlier in the meeting. The Chair stated that the 34 Clinton Street parking plan is acceptable. Victor Miles summarized the parking plan. He stated that the applicant will be leasing parking spaces from 34 Clinton Street, M. Gorete Crowe stated that the Board is taking too long to get the project approved. She requested that the Board take the necessary actions to help the residents. Since there were no further public comments, the Chair closed the public hearing. Glenn Rosenbloom made a motion to approve the application as amended. Nicholas Cicchetti seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). 5) Other a) Fremont Pond Sean McCarthy stated that the Village will be submitting an application for a shore line restoration. �Nicholas Cicchetti stated that previous work performed by the Village was unsightly. He stated that the plantings installed by the Garden Club were recently destroyed by the backhoe. The Chair asked if the US Army Corps of Engineers needs to get involved. Sean McCarthy responded he did not believe so. b) River Rock The Chair stated that there are problems at both parcels. He asked if the owner has the right to place a sign for a rental. Sean McCarthy responded that a rental unit is part of the site plan approval but the sign is not permitted in the Village right-of-way. He stated that the Village checked the site for compliance and the applicant is currently keeping material in a location designated for parking. He stated that the owner understood and he stated that it will be removed. The Chair asked about the commercial vehicles. Sean McCarthy stated that the vehicles will be relocated behind the fence. The Chair asked if a no left turn sign was required. Sean McCarthy responded that he will look into this further. The Chair asked about the compliance deadline. Sean McCarthy responded it is around the end of the month. He stated that the owner must remove the material and the commercial vehicles. Hugh Jones made a motion to give the owner to the next meeting to comply. Isabel Mendez seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). 6) Approval of minutes for April and May 2011 The minutes from the April 2011 meeting were reviewed. Isabel Mendez made a motion to approve the April 2011 minutes as amended. Nicholas Cicchetti seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). The minutes from the May 2011 meeting were reviewed. Isabel Mendez made a motion to approve the May 2011 minutes as submitted. Nicholas Cicchetti seconded. It was unanimous (6-0). �7) Lighthouse Landing Waterfront Development Discussion - Mayor Wray spoke to the Board regarding Lighthouse Landing and the Special Use Permit. He stated that the Special Use Permit has been approved. He stated that the Planning Board and Building Department will have the final approvals. He stated that the approvals will be provided to the Board. Mayor Wray reviewed the Special Use Permit with the Board. He stated that GM will be selling the approval rights to a developer. He stated that it is unlikely that the sale of the project will happen this calendar year. He stated that once the project is sold, the site plan will be prepared and presented to the Board. He stated that once the project is sold, the property is placed on the Village's tax rolls. Nicholas Cicchetti asked if the property is being sold with the Special Permit. Mayor Wray stated yes. He stated that the Special Permit actually provides value to the project. He stated that the Special Permit provides specific details regarding what can be built on the site. Nicholas Cicchetti asked if the parcel can be sold in pieces. Mayor Wray responded that the Special Use permit expires in 12 months. He stated that the permit applies to all parties. He stated that if a developer wants to build the hotel and another developer wants to build a parcel, as long as the Special Permit is followed, then it can be done. He stated that the roads and infrastructure might complicate that concept but he stated that the Village will be watching everything very closely. Glenn Rosenbloom asked about the lawsuit with Tarrytown and how it impacts the process. Mayor Wray responded that the Village will defend itself. He stated that it will not impact the proposed sale of the property. The meeting was adjourned at 9:35pm � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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