Present: ~~Frank Taylor; Chairman, Gerry Casiello; Vice Chairman, Ben Gordon; Secretary, Marshall Sanford, John Shaban, Amy Atamian, Gary Miyishiro
Absent: ~Joe Ventricelli
Also Present: ~Bob Flanagan, ZEO
REGULAR MEETING,
CONSIDERATION OF THE MINUTES
Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes December 12, 2007.
The correct spelling of Adam Lubarski’s name was noted and will be reflected in the minutes.
MOTION: To accept the minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 12, 2007 as amended. Made by Mr. Casiello and seconded by Mr. Gordon.
Approval of the Public Hearing Minutes from December 12, 2007.
The correct spelling of Adam Lubarski’s name was noted and will be reflected in the minutes.
MOTION: To accept the minutes of the Public Hearing of December 12, 2007 as amended. Made by Mr. Casiello and seconded by Mr. Gordon.
Michael Greenberg, 292 Post Road East, Westport – Discuss with Commission a Site Plan Approval for a 2 Story Office Building on 4 Old Mill Road, Georgetown. Continuation of Public Hearing scheduled for January 23, 2008.
Mr. Sanford made the motion to add discussion about the Executive Session held prior to the Public Hearing, and Mr. Casiello seconded. Mr. Taylor explained that at the executive session there was discussion about the pending litigation for the Riverbend Site Plan Denial and affordable housing denial.
Upon motion by Mr. Sanford and second of Mr. Casiello, Mr. Taylor as authorized by the Zoning Commission will attend the pretrial hearing as their representative.
St Patrick’s Church, 169 Blackrock Turnpike – Discuss with Commission Limited Duration Permit for Charity Tag Sale being held on May 17, 2008 hours 9:00am through 4:00pm at the St Patrick’s Parish. Previously held before May, 2000.
Proceeds from the tag sale will benefit the Dorothy Day Hospitality House in Danbury. Drop off dates for items to be sold will be April 19th and 20th, and May 3rd and 4th.
Upon motion of Mr. Sanford and second of Mr. Casiello the Commission voted unanimously that this item did not require a public hearing.
Upon motion of Mr. Sanford and second of Mr. Casiello the Commission voted unanimously to grant the application subject to fees for publication.
Lisa Dupont Godstow, 30 Putnam Park Road – Discuss with commission putting up a “Yurt” on the property.
Mr. Flanagan explained that Ms. Dupont could not attend the meeting. There are issues with the Building and Health Departments that have put plans for the project on hold. Mr. Flanagan said that while he has seen no formal plans, it is his understanding that Ms. Dupont will not live in the structure and that it will not be used for accommodation. This item will receive administrative approval.
Events, 2 Main Street, Georgetown – Discuss with commission Site Plan Approval for addition of clothes washers to the premises.
After discussion, it was determined that this was not a commercial laundry and no site plan was needed. This item will receive administrative approval.
Discussion – Edward Knapp 3 Deacon Abbott Road –Christmas Display
After discussion, it was determined that the proper way for Mr. Knapp to have his Christmas display without violating regulations is to apply for a limited duration special event permit on a yearly basis.
Future Agenda - Public Hearing for 4 Old Mill Road, Georgetown, scheduled for Wednesday, January 23, 2008.
Upon motion of Mr. Gordon and second of Mr. Casiello the Commission unanimously voted to add to the agenda Election of Officers.
On motion of Mr. Casiello and second of Mr. Gordon the Commission voted to elect Frank Taylor as Chairman
On motion of Mr. Taylor and second of Mr. Gordon the Commission voted to elect Mr. Casiello as Vice Chairman.
On motion of Mr. Casiello and second of Mr. Sanford the Commission voted to elect Mr. Gordon as Secretary.
Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. on motion of Mr. Casiello and second of Mr. Sanford.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Respectfully Submitted,
~Val Zebrowski, Clerk
Filed subject to approval
vaz 1/11/2008
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