03.16.2016
Present: Supervisor Paul Hansut Also present: Sean Murphy, Attorney
Councilmember Kevin Brennie Rosaria Peplow, Town Clerk
Councilmember Michael Guerriero
Councilmember Joseph Mazzetti
Councilmember Jeffrey Paladino
Absent: None
7:00 PM – Supervisoropened themeeting and led the Pledge of Allegiance
Supervisor read the following Proclamations
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological movement disorder of the central nervous system, which has a unique impact on each patient; and
WHEREAS, according to the Parkinson’s Action Network, the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, the American Parkinson’s Disease Association and the National Institutes of Health, there are over one million Americans diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease; and
WHEREAS, symptoms include slowness, tremor, difficulty with balance and speaking, rigidity, cognitive and memory problems; and
WHEREAS, although new medicines and therapies may enhance life for some time for people with Parkinson’s, more work is needed for a cure; and
WHEREAS, increased education and research are needed to help find more effective treatments with fewer side effects and ultimately a cure for Parkinson’s disease; and
WHEREAS, a multidisciplinary approach to Parkinson’s disease care includes local wellness, support and caregiver groups; and
WHEREAS, April has been proclaimed as World Wide Parkinson’s Awareness Month for all to recognize the need for more research and help in dealing with the devastating effects of Parkinson’s disease.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Paul J. Hansut, Supervisor of the Town of Lloyd, do hereby proclaim April as Parkinson’s Awareness Month in the Town of Lloyd.
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, there are more than 45,000 professional surveyors in the United States; and
WHEREAS, the nature of surveying has changed dramatically since the Colonial Era when the profession was defined by the description and location of boundaries; today, surveying has expanded to include hydrographic surveys, engineering surveys utilized in the study and selection of engineering construction, geodetic surveys to determine precise global positioning for activities such as aircraft and missile navigation and cartographic surveys used for mapping and charting; and
WHEREAS, professional surveyors provide important services through the use of sophisticated equipment and techniques, such as satellite-borne remote sensing devices and automated positioning, measuring, recording and plotting equipment; and
WHEREAS,the role of the surveyor has been and continues to be, integral in the development and advancement of our state and nation; and
WHEREAS, New Yorkers are encouraged to recognize professional surveyors and the important work they do for our communities and state, and to reflect on the historical contributions of surveying and the new technologies that are constantly modernizing this honored profession.
NOW, THEREFORE, as Supervisor of the Town of Lloyd, I do hereby proclaim March 21st through March 26th, 2016 as Surveyors Week in the Town of Lloyd and encourage all citizens to recognize the many contributions and the ongoing dedication of surveyors to our community and throughout the United States.
7:05 PM –Supervisor opened the Public Hearingon Local Law A of 2016 a local law known as the “Amendments of Chapter 100 of the Town of Lloyd Zoning Code”, the purpose of which is to amend the Zoning Map for 593 and 595 New Paltz Road upon the application of Ralf Ludwig, Peter Ludwig and Wolfgang Ludwig, the owners of the premises.
Supervisor asked if there were any questions. There were none.
7:06 PM – Supervisor opened the Public HearingonLocal Law B of 2016 a local law known as the “Amendments of Chapter 100 of the Town of Lloyd Zoning Code”, the purpose of which is to amend the Zoning Map for 1 Grove Street (SBL 88.69-1-10), 7 Grove Street (SBL 88.69-1-11) and 9 Grove Street (SBL 88.69-1-12), upon the application of SJJP LLC, the owner of 1 Grove Street, and The New Village View SP LLC, the operator of 1 Grove Street, and Joseph Schonberger, the owner of 7 Grove Street and 9 Grove Street, the premises which are the subject of the proposed local law.
Tony Pampinella co-owner of 11 Grove Street whose property abuts1 Grove Street asked if the plans have changed since the last hearing on Village View.
Dave Barton, Building Inspector, responded that the conceptual plan is not being considered tonight. The Town Board is considering the rezoning of the property. The project would go to the Planning Board and a hearing on the site plan where the comments as to where everything will be situated could be answered or be addressed.
Paladino asked if there would be another public hearing by the Planning Board.
Pampinella said that the zoning change would change everything.
Guerrieroasked Barton to explain the difference between CB (Central Business) and R1/4 (Residential ¼).
Pampinella asked if R1/4 zoning was typical for assisted living facilities.
Barton said the question he has heard from people is if it is out of the realm of reason to not have nursing homes in a CB district. The comprehensive plan calls for higher density in the hamlet so it would make sense to have a nursing home in a CB district. The expansion of the assisted living facility would not be allowed without this change. A use variance would be difficult to get. The Town Board is considering a change to allow a site plan to occur.
Pampinella asked whether it is typical to put up a building, like the facility on Grove Street, directly abutting a residential property.
Barton responded that with the exception of Wingate at Ulster, all of the Town of Lloyd’s nursing homes are in R zones.
Paladino asked Barton to explain what an allowable use is in a CB zone.
Barton responded that he does not have his book with him but to the best of his memory it would be retail service,apartmentsetc.
Pampinella asked if the zoning were to be changed on Grove Street, would the gazebo they use as a smoking lounge be removed, the conceptual plan be changed and if there would be an added buffer between the properties.He said the residents move around without supervision and the neighbors know nothing of the backgrounds of these people. He was told at the last meeting that they do not do background checks for the residents and is concerned about the resident’s histories because his grandchildren are there.
Barton said that the trees, fencing, the house etc. will be addressed with the site plan.The representatives from Grove Street are present this evening and they can talk to that. He asked Pampinella if he had adequately answered his questions. He said that the key is if this zoning change goes through to keep an eye out for further notices from the Planning Board with the site plan and come to those meetings to address his concerns.
Mazzetti said that Pampinella made some valid points and if for some reason the Town Board moved forward with this zone change that some type of fence be put up. He explained that they do not want the same thing to happen here as with Trail View where there is not a fence and neighbors now have issues.
Brennie commented that the Town Board will make sure that the developers accommodate these issues and address his concernsthe best they can.
Guerriero asked if the zoning change is made and an addition constructed what the setbacks would be. He additionally asked if they should expand again in the future how close could they come to the residential house abutting them.
Barton said if the zoning is approved the building could expand to all the setbacks in the R1/4 zone. It would be possible that the plan would be covered to its maximum of twenty-five percent. Thus, they could be 15 feet from the side yard on the residential side to the west of the property.
Pampinella asked if that could be put on the map for possible future expansion allowance.
Barton said that the Planning Board could probably restrict any future expansion.
Supervisor said that these issues are handled in the Planning Board site approval stage.The Town Board has heard his concerns and will probably hear more concerns that will have to be addressed.
Barton said that the Planning Boardhad some changes in their policies; they will be sending notices out throughout the process. Notices will be sent out to more property owners than has ever been done in the past.
Anita Torsone Freer stated that she owns Torsone Funeral Home, whose property abuts the Grove Street Assisted Living Facility. She is not against the zoning change, Village View Assisted Living has been good a neighbor to her, and she trusts that they will continue to do so. Her property line abuts Village View’s property and she has a concern with the fence. She feels that they need to install a better fence not just for aesthetic reasons but also for safety reasons as well. The parking for the funeral home is at often heavy with a lot of traffic going in and out. The residents from Village View come through the funeral home parking lot to go down into the village. She is concerned that someone will be hurt by the cars coming into the funeral home as well as by people using their lot and driveways to make a U-turn. She is additionally concerned because the residents of the assisted living facility can be elderly and/or physically challenged. She feels that without a sufficient fence that would keep the residents out of the parking lot and driveway that it could be a dangerous situation. She read the following statement:
Dear Town Board Members,
We have no objection to the zoning change being applied for by Village View. They have been and continue to be good neighbors to us. We do request, however, that the present inadequate and aesthetically displeasing fence be removed and replaced with a strong, durable, attractive, maintenance free privacy fence that extends along the entire property but adjacent to our property line, inclusive of Village View’s newly proposed extension.
Please note that this request is not just because of aesthetic reasons but for safety reasons as well since the funeral home’s vast parking lot is often the scene of much activity with cars and other vehicles coming up and down its two driveways. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Anita Torsone Freer
Owner, Torsone Funeral Home
Supervisor said the owners of Village View are here and he thought it might be taken care of sooner since it is an existing fence.
Cantor, attorney for Village View, stated that if it does not offend the Planning Board process then the owners would be happy to deal with it immediately.
Dave Plavchek, Planning Board Chairman, asked if they were talking about fixing the current fence.
Torsone responded that she does not want them to fix the old fence but to install a new fence as stated in her letter.
Laura Finch, resident of 5 Leonta Court, adjacent to Village View stated that she had a concern of the rezoning.There are eight young childrenon her street and she is concerned about the traffic that is generated by the employees going to and from Village View. She likened the road traffic to an acceleration ramp and there is frequently ambulance traffic. All of the residents around Village View are concerned that the expansion will increase the traffic.
Mazzetti asked her to suggest to her neighbors that they come to the next meeting and voice their concerns and opinions as well.
Supervisor said that the public hearings will remain open another month to give those people who could not attend the meeting tonight an opportunity to comment.
1. REPORTS – Town Board Liaisons
Audit – January 1 to June 30, 2016: Councilmember Brennie, Councilmember Mazzetti
July 1 to December 31, 2016: Councilmember Guerriero, Councilmember Paladino
ECC /Zoning Board – Councilmember Guerriero
Guerriero reported that there is not much activity with the ECC or the Zoning Board. Saturday he attended an exercise at the high school conducted by the Town of Lloyd Police Department, NY State Troopers, and the Ulster County Sheriff’s Department. They played out a scenario on how to proceed if there was an incident that involved someone coming to school with a weapon. The exercise was about four hours long. He was pleased that the Town of Lloyd Police Department has taken an active role in this aspect of the safety for the children of our community. He also thanked Richard Klotz for the installation of the beautiful Hamlet/Walkway signs that have been displayed around town.
Highland Central School District – Councilmember Mazzetti
Mazzetti reported that the school board is working on the school budget and eliminating unneeded programs. They are trying to stay under or within the tax cap while working hard to create a suitable budget.
The elementary school had “Jump Rope for March” which raised $4300.00 for the Heart Association and in June there will be a “Run/Walk” for diabetes.
Kindergarten registration is open through Central Administration at the high school.
In April the high school drama club will be coming to the middle school to give a presentation about the club and the plays they organize.
On March 10th the high school foreign language department had the “Taste Around the World Event” which exhibited French, Italian, Spanish and Indian cultures. Students were able to sample foods and acquire a better understanding of the cultures that were featured. On March 15th the high school students went to Wall Street and competed in the “Federal Challenge”. These events promote well-rounded students in our community.
The Highland Music Boosters announced their third annual recognition award to recognize music students between fourth and eleventh grades. Students can receive $100.00 to continue their musical endeavors during the summer. Students can go on the Highland Central School website and download the application and return it to the school by March 31st, 2016. Applications are also available at all the schools and offices.
Planning Board – Councilmember Paladino
Paladino reported that the Planning Board has been very busy the last couple of months. Three public hearings have occurred in the last month. G. Dan Ross had a public hearing for the commercial construction site on Commercial Avenue, a special use permit was issued for Violet Jamal on Cassel Road and a subdivision on Lily Lake Road for Armen Fisher. Public hearings will be held in March forJerry Erichsen who is putting in a new fenced in area for storage on Lumen Lane, Robert Purdy wants a special use permit to harvest trees on Lily Lake Road and Community Car Wash, Route 9W wants to add lightning along the retaining wall in the back of the building which would add some light to the interior portion of the parking lot for those who enter at night.
Sardinia Realty is proposing a freestanding Dunkin Donuts south of the Mobil Gas Station at Argent Drive between Hannaford and Wingate at Ulster at Mack’s Lane. Mount Triumphant Church, Route 44-55 on the western border of Lloyd,would like approval for a new church site as they are demolishing the existing structure. Desmond Walker will be moving his auto repair shop from 512 Route 299 to 3545 Rte. 9W near the Lloyd and MarlboroughTown Line.
Police/Fire/Town Justice – Supervisor Paul Hansut
Water/Sewer/Drainage Committee –Councilmember Brennie
Brennie reportedon three issues discussed at the Water and Sewer Drainage Committee meeting. They discussed the water main issue on Highland Avenue that is going to be repaired. They have reviewed the issue of individuals who are in the water district and pay 10% of the tax because the water is not available to them. They will probably have a recommendation to the Town Boardby April. As far as the Walkway Over the Hudson,there is an agreement that the sewer line will come up Haviland Road and the water line will be connected from Mile Hill Road. Adam Litman would prefer a six-inch main as opposed to a two inch main so they would be able to expand.
Murphy said for the water/sewer extension for the Walkway Over the Hudson State Park the Town would want an escrow. On the agenda tonight is a resolution to approve a letter agreement with NYS whereby the State would reimburse the Town for professional fees. The Town pays the fees and then will send an invoice to the state. He sent the agreement to NYS Office of Parks and Recreationbut does not have approval. He requested that the Board approve the letter subject to acceptance by State Office of Historic Parks and Preservation.
Brennie said it is an $800,000.00 project with no cost to the Town as the Department of Parks and Recreation is paying for it.
REPORT – Claire Costantino, President, Hudson Valley Rail Trail