Redding Conservation Commission
P.O. Box 1028
Redding Center, Connecticut 06875-1028
MINUTES
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
7:30 p.m. – Old Town House
Present: David Pattee, Chairman; Jeremiah Ross; William Hill; Frederick Schroeder; Joseph Beres; Victor DeMasi; Wallace Perlman.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -Meeting of 4/15/08
Site Inspection Minutes of 4/24/08
G. DiScala, 78 Dorethy Rd.
M/M S. Bloom, 146 Umpawaug Rd.
ROLI, Glen Hill Rd. and Orchard Dr.
On the motion of W. Perlman and the second of J. Ross, the Commission voted to approve the 4/15/08 Meeting Minutes as corrected: Page 1, first item under “Regulatory”, last paragraph, last sentence, change “The Nature Conservancy” to “DEP”; Page 1, first item under “Regulatory”, last paragraph, last line, change “3/21/08” to “4/21/08.” W. Hill abstained.
On the motion of W. Perlman and the second of F. Schroeder, the Commission voted to approve the 4/24/08 Site Walk Minutes. W. Hill and J. Ross abstained.
II. PRESENTATION from The Connecticut Department of Transportation to discuss a project on Simpaug Turnpike and Marchant Road, represented by Mark Alexander, DOT.
Mark Alexander was present along with Bart Sweeney and Bill Starkey. Mr. Starkey reviewed the three proposed alternatives. Mr. Alexander reviewed sediment and erosion controls. D. Pattee requested a drawing depicting the sediment and erosion controls.
Drawings will be forwarded to D. Pattee upon completion by the DOT.
III. ENFORCEMENT
Chief Joseph Miceli, W. Redding Firehouse, 306 Umpawaug Road. To discuss the issues related to berm constructed in the back of the Firehouse.
J. Miceli was present for the W. Redding Firehouse. He reviewed how and why the berm was constructed. Mr. Miceli reported that 50-60% of the berm has been
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seeded. Additional raking, seeding and stabilization efforts is scheduled for next week.
The Commission will inspect the berm in the summer.
Mr. George DiScala, 78 Dorethy Road. To discuss pond viability. Site Walk 4/24/08.
Mr. DiScala was present. The Commission reviewed the site walk findings. Mr. DiScala estimated removal of 1000 yards of fill. D. Pattee requested a more detailed proposal. Discussion will continue pending receipt of the requested plan.
IV. REGULATORY
Application #08-04, Fred and Deanne Klumpp, 42 Lonetown Road. Received 3/4/08. Discussion and possible vote on an application to install a basketball court, 30’x45’ within the regulated area. Site Walk 3/15/08. Discussion 3/18/08; 4/1/08.
No one was present for the applicant. Discussion was tabled pending attendance by the applicant.
Application #08-06, Don and Linda Longo, 710 Redding Road. Received 3/18/08. Discussion and possible vote on an application to construct a detached garage within the regulated area. Site Walk 3/21/08.
No one was present for the applicant. Discussion was tabled pending attendance by the applicant or agent.
Application #08-10, Steven and Sharon Bloom, 146 Umpawaug Road. Received 4/15/08. Discussion and possible vote on an application for additions and alterations to existing residence within the regulated area. Site Walk 4/24/08.
Mr. Bloom was present in addition to his architect.
On the motion of F. Schroeder and the second of W. Perlman, the Commission voted unanimously to approve Application #08-10.
Application #08-11, Redding Open Lands, Inc. c/o R. Emerson, Esq. (owner), Michael J. Mazzucco, P.C. (agent), “Garnet Ridge” Glen Hill Road and Orchard Drive. Received 4/15/08. Discussion and possible vote on an application for regulated activities associated with a proposed four-lot subdivision. Site Walk 4/24/08.
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Atty. Emerson and Steve Patton from The Nature Conservancy were present.
On the motion of W. Perlman and the second of J. Ross, the Commission voted unanimously to approve Application #08-11 as shown on Drawings 07021-OS, 07021-SA and 07021-PP.
V. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
B. Flanagan is monitoring ATV activity on Tunxis Trail.
A letter has been to the DEP and Board of Selectmen re: approved purchase of the Hanssen property.
D. Pattee has a meeting re: GIS on 5/8/08.
D. Pattee reported on his completed Land Use Leadership Training.
J. Ross reported that the Deer Committee would like to utilize the northwest quadrant of Saugatuck Falls Natural Area. S. Patton approved use of the Levine property.
F. Schroeder reported that three people have been given leadership roles on the Trail Committee.
Invasive species removal has been changed from 5/24/08 to 5/31/08, 9:00a.m-12:00p.m.
Planting and applying woodchips at Gilbert Miller Park is scheduled for 5/17/08, 9:00a.m.
A pre-application meeting is scheduled for 5/28/08 at the Community Center. Details will be forwarded via email.
On the motion of V. DeMasi and the second of J Ross, the Commission voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 p.m.
Submitted by:
Kristi C. Reilly
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