https://sleepyhollow.localarchives.org/files/original/0a3c08da30ba71d8988d738b7b1ea382.pdf 6e06b763e747c214d771dbcfefd150b5 PDF Text Text VILLAGE OF SLEEPY HOLLOW PLANNING BOARD MEETING December 20,2001 (Ji^iA^^^ 1*1 I& <k The meeting was called to order by Nicholas Robinson, Chairman at 8:00 p.m. The Chair noted that a quorum was present. Present: Nicholas Robinson, Chairman David Perlmutter Nicholas Cicchetti George Tanner RECEIVED MM i H 700? VILLAGE CLERK Absent: Ed McCarthy Ed Napoleon Dorota Szwem-Kopczynski Also Present: Dave Smith (Saccardi & Schiff/Village Planner) Dan Pennella (Charles A. Manganaro/Village Engineer) Anthony DelVecchio (Recording Secretary) Ed Lammers (Murphy, Stecich & Powell/Village Attorney) Bob Stiloski (Department of Fire and Life Safety) Jerome Fine (J. Robert Folchetti/ Village Engineer) Tom Pease (Lawler, McTusky & Shelly/Village RF Engineer) Announcements: Nicholas Cicchetti suggested that the Tree Commission Report be added to the agenda. The Chair agreed and recommended that the smaller agenda items be taken before Kendal. George Tanner made a motion to adopt the revised agenda. David Perlmutter seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). Agenda: a) b) c) d) e) f) g) h) i) Michael Doorley Omnipoint Verizon Karl Dibble Antonio Rodriguez Sleepy Hollow Designs (115 Cortlandt Street) Village Tree Commission Report Kendal-On-Hudson Minutes �a) Michael Doorlev As per Bob Stiloski, this was adjourned to next meeting. b) Qmnipoint This is a continuation of the DEIS completeness review. Mike Peters is an attorney representing the Omnipoint application. The Chair asked if the antenna could be camouflaged. Mike Peters responded that the request was analyzed and could not be done. The Chair stated that the entire structure could be removed and a camouflaged structure could be erected. Mike Peters responded that improving the existing monopole should not be Omnipoint's responsibility. The Chair stated that the proposed alternate is viable. Mike Peters responded that this item has been addressed in the DEIS. The Chair stated that the DEIS is not complete for a public hearing. The Chair polled the Board. David Perlmutter stated that he feels that the DEIS is not complete. Nicholas Cicchetti stated that the Board has previously requested that other types of smaller antennas be used. The Board received a very technical answer and requested that the answer be put into laymen's terms. He stated that Omnipoint did not do this. He also stated that another applicant is installing antennas on the Van Tassel building and can achieve the same result with a minimal impact to the Village. Dave Smith stated that the DEIS is the applicant's document. He also stated that it must have enough information for the public to comment on. The Chair responded that the Planning Board is responsible for the DEIS completeness. He stated that he wants the record to be complete. He also stated that he wants photo simulations of the antenna. Mike Peters responded that Omnipoint would evaluate options and respond. This was adjourned to the January 2002 meeting. Planning Board Meeting, December 20, 2001 # B • 2 �c) Verizon Wireless/SMSA Vincent Servino i s the attorney representing this application. The Chair asked i f the Coastal Assessment Form was submitted. Vincent Servino responded yes. David Perlmutter rnade a motion to declare the Planning Board lead agency. Nicholas Cicchetti seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). The Chair wanted the ARB input. It was agreed that the public hearing would be scheduled for the February 2002 meeting since the ARB does not meet in December. d) Karl Dibble Karl Dibble is representing this application. He stated that the Village Engineer and his Engineer were una.fcle to meet before this month's Planning Board meeting. He stated that all of the storage containers on the property have been removed. Karl Dibble stated that his structural engineer has reviewed the retaining wall and will set-up to meet witH the Village Engineer. There was an open discussion on the February 2001 ARB minutes and what was presented to the ARB. Jim Nazemetz (AR3 Chair) clarified the February 2001 ARB minutes. The Chair allowed the public to speak. Don Catano stated that no permits were issued and a lot of work was done. He stated that the property is 4-5 * higher than before. The Chair stated that the applicant should have a complete set of plans at the next meeting. This was adjourned to the January 17, 2002 meeting. e) Antonio RodriguezRon Tumquist is the project architect. He summarized the project application to date. planning Board Meeting, December 20, 2001 3 �He stated that no loss of parking would result from this project. Ron Turnquist analyzed the curb cuts at 183 Valley Street and 76 Chestnut Street as well as the street parking in front of these properties. He stated that as a result, one spot was created in front of 76 Chestnut Street. Ron Turnquist stated that Joe DeFeo had reviewed the parking plan and approved it. He stated that Joe DeFeo's input added 5' to the ingress/egress. George Tanner asked who would pay the cost. Antonio Rodriguez responded that he would pay for it. Ron Turnquist stated that documents concerning storm water, sprinklers, etc were sent to the Village Engineer. Don Pennella had a few questions. 1) He stated that the width of the road on the drawing is not accurate. Ron Turnquist responded that it is not to scale. 2) He asked about the curb cut at 74 Chestnut Street. Ron Turnquist responded that it is existing. 3) He suggested that the handicapped space be moved to the comer. Ron Turnquist agreed. 4) He was concerned about the lot configuration at 76 Chestnut Street. Ron Turnquist responded that he would re-configure it. Dave Smith asked the applicant to confirm the conversation with Joe DeFeo. Ron Turnquist agreed. Ed Lammers stated that the Fire Chief or Bob Stiloski should review the drawings also. The Chair stated that the applicant should re-submit the site plan drawings to scale. This was adjourned to next meeting. 0 Sleepy Hollow Designs Bob Stiloski stated that Robert Barstow had received a temporary Certificate of Occupancy for the 4 apartments. He stated that the applicant had bypassed the Village by obtaining approval from the State. The Chair stated that there is no application before the Board. Planning Board Meeting, December 20,2001 *? 4 �g) Village Tree Commission Report The Chair stated that the Tree Ordinance is covered by Chapter 52 A of the Village Code. Nicholas Cicchetti reviewed Chapter 52A. He stated that any tree more than 6" in diameter is covered by this ordinance. He reviewed all applicable sections as they relate to this project. Al DelBello responded that they would submit all applicable information to the Tree Commission. Andy Tung responded that the topics raised have been addressed in the submitted documents. h) Kendal-on-Hudson David Perlmutter made a motion to open the public hearing. George Tanner seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). The Chair asked for the ARB recommendations. Jim Nazemetz (ARB Chairman) summarized the Kendal application that was presented to the ARB. He stated that the Board approved unanimously. The Chair stated that the discussion tonight would be on utilities. Andy Tung gave an overview of the utility and sewer connections. Jerry Schwalbe discussed the existing and proposed water system for Phelps Hospital. He also discussed the existing sewer system and tie-ins. He stated that electric, cable TV and phone services exist overhead but would be placed underground once it enters the site. Jerry Schwalbe showed the proposed water and sewer improvements via a drawing. He detailed the connection points and their impacts. He also discussed the storm drainage system. He stated that a majority of the runoff from the site would be collected. There was a discussion on the connections of water and sewer through Sleepy Hollow Manor and the easements needed. Andy Tung stated that Kendal and Phelps Hospital are co-applicants. Jerome Fine detailed the sewer improvements through Sleepy Hollow Manor. He stated Planning Board Meeting, December 20,2001 5 �that the improvements are being made through Kendal and the County. Since there were no Planning Board comments, the Chair proceeded with the wetlands permit. Andy Tung stated that there are 1.16 acres of wetlands in the area. He showed their locations on a drawing. He discussed the vegetation basin and its proposed use. The Chair referred to Village Code section 62-30(5). He asked if the wetlands would be dedicated or would a payment be made to the Village. Al DelBello responded that this has already been negotiated with the Village Trustees subject to Planning Board approval. He stated that the lease stipulates that this property be forever open. The Chair referred to the Village consultants for their questions. Don Pennella asked about the storm water treatment. He wanted to know if the water would be treated or is it just a retention basin. There was an open discussion on the proposed use of the water treatment. The Chair asked about public access and safety. Andy Tung responded that they have met with NYS DOT and NY Parks Dept. He stated that they reviewed the loop road and storm water management system. He stated that the entrance road and parking lot are under review. The Chair stated that the construction road is important to have approved. The Chair stated that the applicant should have findings on all proposed questions. Since there were no public comments, George Tanner made a motion to continue the public hearing at the January 17, 2002 meeting. Nicholas Cicchetti seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). Andy Tung stated that Kendal would meet with the Village consultants to resolve any Planning Board concerns. h) Minutes The minutes for July 2001, October 2001 and November 2001 will be reviewed at the next meeting. Planning Board Meeting, December 20, 2001 6 A �George Tanner made a motion to adjourn. David Perlmutter seconded. It was unanimous (4-0). Adjourned at 10:02 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, [d^)\Pj ^PsiM1/juJL^ Anthony Del Vecchio Planning Board Meeting, December 20,2001 .4 � 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/. Title A name given to the resource Planning Board Minutes & Resolutions-2001 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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