Redding Conservation Commission
P.O. Box 1028
Redding Center, Connecticut 06875-1028
MINUTES
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
7:30 p.m. - Community Room at the Community Center
Present: David Pattee, Chairman; William Hill; Frederick Schroeder; Joseph Beres; Victor DeMasi; Wallace Perlman.
Absent: Jeremiah Ross
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
I. PUBLIC HEARING TO OPEN
Application #06-24, Reeda B. Harsche (owner), Three Levels Corporation (agent), 626 Redding Road. Received 7/18/06. Discussion on an application for "Riverbend", an Affordable Housing Project on 14.19 acres for the proposed location of a subsurface waste disposal system and earth disturbing activities associated with ten (10) proposed dwellings, three (3) of which will have a one-bedroom accessory apartment. Site Walk 7/25/06.
Mr. Harsche was present along with Atty. N. Marcus, Russ Slayback with Leggette, Brashears & Graham; Wayne Jacobson from Spath Bjorklund and Eric Davison from Environmental Planning Services. Atty. Sharon Taraska, Conservation Commission Counsel, was also present.
Atty. Marcus clarified that all abutting land owners were notified of this Public Hearing. He was requested to obtain a written response from Aquarion.
Atty. Marcus confirmed that reports from previous applications are included in this record. He will submit a list of the included reports.
Presentations were made by W. Jacobson, R. Slayback and E. Davison accompanied by drawings and maps.
D. Pattee noted receipt of a memo dated 8/16/06 from D. Hartline which was responded to by Mr. Jacobson. A memo from the Fire Department re: driveway width was also addressed.
Diane Hack of Gallows Hill noted her concern re: vernal pool; Gene Connolly of Meeker Hill spoke on his concerns; Helen O'Brien questioned the assumption of
the need for affordable housing; Chris Kimball of Pickett's Ridge discussed soils and drainage issues; Lynn Fitzgerald of Gallows Hill noted her concern re sight lines on Gallows Hill. Holly Hawthorn, Newtown Turnpike, questioned how heavy equipment would be brought in; Justin Hixon, Hill Road, questioned the credibility of the applicant's proposal of an access from Gallows Hill; Nina Stietzel of Gallows Hill stated her concerns re wildlife and density.
F. Schroeder noted that more information is forthcoming for review. D. Pattee stated his concern re the overall development of upslope areas and the effect on the downslope wetlands during construction.
Atty. Marcus addressed comments made by members of the public.
On the motion of F. Schroeder and the second of W. Hill, the Commission voted unanimously to adjourn the Public Hearing to the meeting of 10/3/06.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -Meeting of 9/5/06
Site Walks 9/8/06 - Mr./Mrs. Gerald Fine, 26 Giles Hill Road
Hillary S. Nimons, 9 Church Hill Road
On the motion of F. Schroeder and the second of W. Perlman, the Commission voted unanimously to approve the 9/5/06 Meeting Minutes as submitted.
On the motion of W. Perlman and the second of F. Schroeder, the Commission voted to approve the 9/8/06 Site Walk Minutes. W. Hill abstained.
III. REGULATORY
Ronald Mangini, 78 George Hull Hill Road. To discuss the details of the remediation plan submitted to the Commission. Discussion 10/4/05; 11/15/05; 12/20/05. Discussion 6/6/06; 6/19/06; 7/18/06; 8/1/06; 9/5/06.
Atty. N. Marcus was present for Mr. Mangini. He read a letter from Mr. Mangini which will be referred to Commission Counsel.
Application #06-17, Tina Merante (owner), Dainius Virbickas for Artel Engineering (agent), 268 Simpaug Turnpike. Received 6/6/06. Discussion and possible vote on an application for installation of replacement septic system for existing building. Site Walk 6/23/06. Discussion 8/1/06. Received letter granting an extension of time. Discussion 9/5/06.
Atty. N. Marcus was present for the applicant. D. Pattee read a letter from D. Hartline.
On the motion of W. Perlman and the second of F. Schroeder, the Commission voted unanimously to approve Application #06-17 with the condition noted in D. Hartline's 9/7/06 letter.
Application #06-34, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Fine, 26 Giles Hill Road. Received 9/5/06. Discussion and possible vote on an application to remove dense water lily growth with a mechanical Hydro-Rake to improve open water habitat. Site Walk 9/8/06.
Keith Azell from Aquatic Technologies was present for the applicant. The site walk findings were reviewed.
On the motion of W. Perlman and the second of F. Schroeder, the Commission voted unanimously to approve Application #06-34 with the condition that the primary spoils disposal area be utilized.
Application #06-35, Hillary S. Nimons, 9 Church Hill Road. Received 9/5/06. Discussion and possible vote on an application for septic relocation and construction of swimming pool and associated patio and walls within the regulated area. Site Walk 9/8/06.
Tom Quinn was present for the applicant. Revised plans were reviewed. Mr. Quinn stated that a note was added stating that the wall must meet the building code.
On the motion of W. Perlman and the second of W. Hill, the Commission voted unanimously to approve Application #06-35.
Application #06-36, Barbara L. Osborn, 85 Great Oak Lane. To receive and discuss an application to bring in approx. 20 yards of fill and 10 yards of topsoil to restore front lawn and to save eroding trees within the regulated area.
Mr. Osborn was present. He reviewed the proposal and a site walk was scheduled for Fri., 9/22/06 at 5:30 p.m.
Application #06-37, Frederick and Deanna Klumpp (owner), Daniel Falls (agent), 42 Lonetown Road. To receive and discuss an application for septic installation within 50' of the regulated area.
D. Falls was present for the applicant. He reviewed the proposal and a site walk was scheduled for Fri., 9/22/06 at 5:45 p.m.
Modification to License #05-54, Georgetown Land Development Corporation, LLC, 1 Main Street, Georgetown. Request to replace two single-family detached dwelling lots with two townhouse lots (residential parcels E-1 and NH-1) and revision to Building N-1.
Atty. Richard Gibbons, Steve Soler and other team members were present. The proposed changes were reviewed accompanied by various maps and drawings.
On the motion of W. Perlman and the second of W. Hill, the Commission voted unanimously to approve the Modification to License #05-54.
Fenced in Dog Beach at Topstone Park Rob Blick. Discussion 9/5/06.
R. Blick and Mr. and Mrs. Tackman were present. After a review of the proposal, the Commission concurred that there is no significant impact and no license is required.
IV. NOTICE OF VIOLATION
License #95-34, Phoebe LLC/James Slattery, 32 Sunnyview Drive. Discussion 9/5/06.
Mr. Slattery was present. D. Pattee reiterated the request from the 9/5/06 meeting to submit a drawing showing a planting plan. Mr. Slattery stated that the woodchips would be removed by hand and he was given permission to begin removal of the woodchips. Discussion will continue.
V. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
The CACIWC meeting will be held on 11/4/06 in Wallingford.
Re: deer hunting, D. Pattee stressed the need to know the specific areas being proposed for hunting.
F. Schroeder reported that the Open Space Committee agreed to accept 8 acres on Route 7 on the Ridgefield/Redding border.
On the motion of V. DeMasi and the second of J. Beres, the Commission voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 10:55 p.m.
Submitted by:
Kristi C. Reilly
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