https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/1f28c588f50a941e97644ae0437964db.pdf 2b325b807a949b9abca7d7ea35d9c6b8 PDF Text Text Planning Board Regular Meeting North Tarrytown, New York October 17, 1991 A regular meeting of the Planning Board was held on the above date at Village Hall, North Tarrytown, New York. PRESENT: James Galgano, Chairman Ellen Tsangaris Steve Baderian Roman Windas Richard Ayers Edward McCarthy Steven Salman ALSO PRESENT: Robert W. Spencer, Village Attorney James Margotta, Building Inspector Thomas Gissen, Village Planner Joseph Gulino, Village Engineer Chairman Galgano called the meeting to order at 8 P.M. 1. In the matter of Akin sub-division Sam Watkins, the attorney for the applicant, presented a map of Lots l and 8 showing the location of significant trees on the lots. Chairman Galgano stated that in light of the decision of Judge LaCava overturning the grant of an area variance to the applicant for Lot 1 by the Zoning Board of Appeals, the applicant would have to go back to the Zoning Board of Appeals and request an area variance for Lot 1. Mr. Watkins confirmed that the applicant would be applying to the Zoning Board of Appeals for the area variance in the near future, and requested that the Planning Board accept the map with the tree survey at this time. After discussion, the Planning Board did accept for the file the map with tree survey submitted by the applicant. No further action is required of the Planning Board. Chairman Galgano stated that the public notices had not been published in time; therefore the balance of the meeting would be an informational meeting. 2. In the matter of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Mr. Nardecchia, Engineer for the Cemetery reported that the question of possible lead contamination had been raised and stated that lead is no longer used in caskets or embalming fluids, and that no lead would be introduced into the area. Mr. Salman stated he believed that underground springs also �—' •> feed Fremont Pond, as the run off from the ravine does not relate to the size of the pond. Carmine Catallano, stated he represented Dwyer Funeral Home, a N.Y.S. licensed funeral parlor, and reported that no lead or arsenic is used in embalming. All products conform to OASHA and EPA standards. He would obtain written document statements for the record. Mr. Gerard Weiss, a member of the Board of Directors of the Cemetery, stated that Fremont Pond receives runoff from the storm drainage ditches along Route 9 and water from the Donohoe Field culverts. He gave various background information regarding the Peabody property. Bill Graham, Superintendent of the Cemetery, stated that some of the trees which are to be removed in connection with the project have been sprayed but, due to a blight and insects, are dying. After a discussion Chairman Galgano stated that a Public Hearing would be held on the matter at the November 21st meeting. 3. In the matter of David Rockefeller John Cahill, Attorney for the Applicant, reported that a new site plan has been submitted to the Planner for review, and other matters will be addressed at the Public Hearing. After a discussion Chairman Galgano stated that a Public Hearing would be held on the matter at the November 21st meeting. 4. In the matter of Phelps Memorial Hospital office building Chairman Galgano stated that a letter had been received from the Sleepy Hollow Manor Taxpayers' Association regarding the project. (Copy in Official Minutes) Vincent Belango presented plans to the Board. Mr. Edward Gonzalez, representing the Hospital, informed the Board of the Hospital's plan to build an office building for Doctors on the staff. Chairman Galgano raised the question of adequate water pressure for the area, and the adequacy of the sanitary sewers. Mr. Salman stated there was a problem with the capacity of the pumps at the Riverside Drive pump station at one time and questioned the adequacy of the pump station to handle additional sewage from the new construction. Mr. Gissen, Planner for the Village, stated he had received the plans a few days ago and needed more time to review them. He raised the question of more backup as to parking needs, and the �possibility of increased traffic. The Hospital has been in touch with the N.Y.S.D.O.T. regarding the interchange at Route 9 and Route 117 and the traffic problem will be addressed at the Public Hearing. Mr. Margotta questioned the use of the incinerator and the new law to take effect January 1st, 1992 regarding incinerators. After further discussion, Mr. Galgano stated that the Board would hold a Public Hearing at the meeting to be held on November 21st. Mr. Windas moved, seconded by Ellen Tsangaris, that the Planning Board be designated the lead agency for the Hospital project. Carried unanimously. Chairman Galgano stated that the minutes of the September meeting would be approved at the next meeting. After a discussion, Chairman Galgano named Steve Baderian to represent the Planning Board on the Tree Commission. There being no further business to come before the Board Mr. Windas moved, seconded by Mr. Ayers, that the meeting be adjourned. Carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Irene Amato Acting Clerk �SLEEPYHOLLOWMANORTAXPAYERS'ASSOCIATION October 16, 1991 Mr. James Galgano Chairman, Planninq Board Village Hall 28 Beekman Avenue North Tarrytown, New York 10591 Dear Mr. Galgano, ^^ In my capacity as President of the Sleepy Hollow Manor Taxpayers' Association, I wi.-ite regarding the Medical Office Building proposed by Phelps Memorial Hospital. After having met with Mr. Keith Safian, Ms. Victoria Miller, Mr. Richard Gerber, and Mrs. Emily Spaulding, the members of the Taxpayers'• Association feel that Sleepy Hollow Manor's concerns were indeed taken into consideration in ths planning stages of the new building. However, I would like to bring to the Planning Board's attention certain assurances given to us by the Phelps representatives during these meetings. We ask that the approval of this new building, should the Planning Board decide to approve it, be contingent upon the inclusion of the following, mutually agreed upon, items; 1. All contractors and subcontractors involved in this project must be required to have all construction vehicles and vehicles delivering construction materials enter and leave the site via the North entrance to the Phelps Hospital property, at the intersection of Rt.117 and Rt.9. fe 2. A genuine attempt shall be made to make the North entrance the main entrance to the hospital complex, leaving the South entrance only as access to Emergency Room traffic, the doctors' parking area, the Residence Building, and the Robin's Nest Center. All other buildings would be accessed by the North entrance. �,f A 3. Evergreen trees and shrubs will be planted along the boundary between Phelps and the landfill area which abuts Sleepy Hollow Manor to block the neighborhood's view of the hospital complex. Some additional evergreen plantings will be made along the entry road from Rt.9 to replace old trees which have been removed. These act as a screen against traffic noise and block the view of the road. 4. Lighting for the new building and parking areas must be designed to be inobtrusive to residents of Sleepy Hollow Manor. We wish great success to Phelps Hospital in this new undertaking. Thank you very much for giving this your consideration. Sincerely, JA^, ftiJfr* Ilene Phillips President, Sleepy Hollow Manor Taxpayers' Association 54 Hemlock Drive North Tarrytown, New York 10591 cc: Planning Board members Mr. Keith Safian �Apprq^veq wi£h r e s p e c t t o s u b s t a n c e and form: 1 m V i l l a o / e Attorfte]y Dated: , ^ Approved by t h e Planning Board lirman or Acting Chairman itedra^^l F i l e d w i t h Deputy Clerk Gireik oT Deputy Clerk Dated: lOJLo f q t DATE OF MEETING: S^Jpl - ' * ' ** ' � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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