HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-10-14 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes REGULAR MEETING
VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK
BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING
VILLAGE HALL, 938 KING STREET
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2008-7:30 P.M.
AGENDA
7:00 PM— Executive Session— Negotiations and Personnel
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORT
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. Public Hearing to consider a proposed site plan amendment by Reckson
to install a canopy on #2 International Drive.
2. Public Hearing to consider a site plan and subdivision application by KF
("Rye Brook"), LLC for a proposed development on Anderson Hill
Road.
RESOLUTIONS:
(1) Considering a proposed site plan amendment by Reckson to install a
canopy on #2 International Drive
(2) Considering a proposed local law to amend Chapter 250 of the Village
of Rye Brook Village Code regarding Home Occupation Permits
(3) Referring a proposed local law regarding site plan segmentation in
Chapter 209 of the Village Code to the Village Planning Board for
report and recommendation
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(4) Referring a proposed local law regarding front yard setbacks in Chapter
250 of the Village Code to the Village Planning Board for report and
recommendation
(5)Authorizing a date change for the 2009 Village election
(6) Considering a salary modification for the Assistant to the Administrator
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
(1) Follow-up on detention/retention basins in Rye Brook
(2) Potential legislation relating to building permit, site plan review, and
zoning variance applications
ACTION ON NON-AGENDA MATTERS SUBJECT TO THE CONSENT
OF THE TRUSTEES PRESENT AT THE MEETING
THE NEXT REGULAR TRUSTEES MEETINGS: October 2, 2008 and
November 11, 2008
BOARD: Mayor Joan L. Feinstein
Trustee Michael S. Brown
Trustee Patricia Sanders Romano
Trustee Dean P. Santon
Excused: Trustee Paul S. Rosenberg
STAFF: David Burke, Assistant to the Village Administrator
Gregory Austin, Police Chief
Edward Beane, Village Counsel
Victor Carosi, Village Engineer
Marilyn Timpone-Mohamed, Village Consultant
Fred Seifert, Public Access Coordinator
Paula Patafio, Secretary
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Mayor Feinstein called the October 14, 2008 Regular Meeting of the Board of
Trustees to order at 7:50 p.m. She noted that the Board held an Executive Session
prior to the meeting on negotiations and personnel. It was also noted that
Trustee Paul Rosenberg, who was still not feeling well, was excused from the
meeting.
Mayor Feinstein addressed the current financial state of our nation. She noted that
the government of Rye Brook would be proactive. An analysis of the revenues for
the first quarter are being prepared in order to compare the numbers to the prior
year's numbers. The concern is that Rye Brook, like other local governments, will
suffer a loss of income from the mortgage recording taxes. It has also been noted
that the number of applications to the Building Department are down. This is
another loss of revenue. Purchases and projects are being reviewed to see what
can be delayed. Rye Brook is trying to minimize the impact of this financial
slump on its residents. During these unique times the Village will be proactive
and each resident must know that the Village understands their position.
Mayor Feinstein called for the first public hearing on the agenda. On a motion
made by Trustee Dean Santon, and seconded by Trustee Michael Brown, the
public hearing was declared open.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A PROPOSED SITE PLAN
AMENDMENT BY RECKSON TO INSTALL A CANOPY ON #2
INTERNATIONAL DRIVE.
A representative of Reckson presented a photograph of Reckson I, II, and
III, taken from King Street, and a photograph that depicted the canopy that
has been proposed.
Mayor Feinstein noted that the canopy is metal and is anchored into the
ground. The glass roof is tempered glass.
Trustee Dean Santon asked to see the actual site plan as this was a proposed
site plan amendment. The site plan was presented to the Board. It was
noted that the canopy will be constructed in the front of Building #2.
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Reckson is trying to attract new tenants. The landscaping has also been
improved, and the project has been put out to bid.
It was noted that this matter has been before the Planning Board, and will
go before the Architectural Review Board.
Mayor Feinstein called for members of the public wishing to address this
matter in support or opposition. There being no one, she called for a
motion to close the public hearing.
On a motion made by Trustee Patricia Sanders Romano, and seconded by
Trustee Dean Santon, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. David Burke, Assistant to the Village Administrator, called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Patricia Sanders Romano Voting Aye
Trustee Dean P. Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
Mayor Feinstein called for the Resolution on the site plan amendment by Reckson.
RESOLUTIONS:
1. CONSIDERING A PROPOSED SITE PLAN AMENDMENT BY
RECKSON TO INSTALL A CANOPY ON #2 INTERNATIONAL
DRIVE
Mr. Christopher Bradbury, Village Administrator, read the following
resolution:
RESOLUTION
CONSIDERING A PROPOSED SITE PLAN AMENDMENT
BY RECKSON TO INSTALL A CANOPY ON
#2 INTERNATIONAL DRIVE
WHEREAS, Reckson has submitted a proposed site plan
amendment for modifications to install a canopy on #2 International Drive;
and
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WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has final site plan authority
pursuant to § 209-1(A)(1); and
WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook Board of Trustees, as
approval authority for the application, referred the application to amend the
approved site plan to the Planning Board for review and recommendation;
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board reviewed the application to amend
the approved site plan during meeting held September 11, 2008 and
provided comments and recommendations to the Board of Trustees; and
WHEREAS, on October 14, 2008 the Board of Trustees opened a
public hearing on the subject site plan application, at which time all persons
interested were given an opportunity to speak on behalf of or in opposition
to said site plan application and the public hearing was closed on October
14, 2008.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of
Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook hereby approves the proposed site
plan amendment.
On a motion made by Trustee Sanders Romano, and seconded by Trustee
Santon, the resolution was adopted.
Mr. David Burke called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Patricia Sanders Romano Voting Aye
Trustee Dean P. Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
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2. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A SITE PLAN AND
SUBDIVISION APPLICATION BY KF ("RYE BROOK"), LLC FOR
A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT ON ANDERSON HILL ROAD.
Mr. Bradbury reviewed this application. He noted that this matter was
before the Board for a continuation of a public hearing. It was adjourned to
this date. There is a recommendation to adjourn the matter once again to
the October 28`h meeting. A submittal of new documentation has been
made in response to comments made by the Village Board. This
information is being reviewed. There is some additional information that
must be provided.
On a motion made by Trustee Santon, and seconded by Trustee Sanders
Romano, the public hearing was adjourned to October 28, 2008.
Mr. Burke called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Patricia Sanders Romano Voting Aye
Trustee Dean P. Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
Mayor Feinstein noted that the next item was a resolution:
2. CONSIDERING A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW TO AMEND
CHAPTER 250 OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK VILLAGE
CODE REGARDING HOME OCCUPATION PERMITS
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
CONSIDERING A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW TO AMEND
CHAPTER 250 OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK VILLAGE
CODE REGARDING HOME OCCUPATION PERMITS
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WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees is considering amendments to
Chapter 250 of the Code of the Village of Rye Brook concerning the Home
Occupation Permits; and
WHEREAS, the amendments are meant to correct an inconsistency
within the chapter concerning Tier II Home Occupations; and
WHEREAS, on February 26, 2008 the Board of Trustees referred
the local law to the Village of Rye Brook Planning Board for report and
recommendation; and
WHEREAS, on March 13, 2008 the Planning Board referred the
local law back to the Board of Trustees with recommendations; and
WHEREAS, on April 29, 2008 the Board of Trustees opened a
public hearing on the subject Local Law at which time all persons
interested were given an opportunity to speak on behalf of or in opposition
to said Local Law and the public hearing was adjourned to May 27, 2008,
then to July 8, 2008 then to August 12, 2008, then to September 23, 2008;
and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees closed the public hearing on
September 23, 2008.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of
Trustees hereby approves the amendments to Chapter 250 of the Code as
proposed concerning Tier II Home Occupations.
Mayor Feinstein noted there was some additional clean up that needed to be
completed. She noted several grammatical corrections to be made.
Trustee Santon noted that a Tier III can have a large impact on the
neighboring property owners. The hours of operation are being amended to
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and if someone wants different hours they could
come before the Board of Trustees and request amended hours. The Board
of Trustee's first obligation is to the residents who have to live next to a
business that may have adverse impacts. He noted that only three home
occupations have come forward and registered.
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Mayor Feinstein noted that this legislation does not have grandfathering,
therefore the changes made to the hours of operation means that all Home
Occupations requesting a change of hours must come before the Board of
Trustees again. The Village has amended the number of visits per hour for
Tier III to one visitor per hour. It is important to note that there is no appeal
to change this. Mayor Feinstein noted that she would not be voting for
these amendments and one of the reasons is that there is no grandfathering
provision. Prior to the meeting Trustee Rosenberg asked Mayor Feinstein
to convey his opinion that he was also opposed to some of the changes. It
was noted that the Board has spent seven months on this review.
Trustee Santon noted that recently there was a recent Tier II application on
Brook Lane that was actually a Tier III. This fact was caught by the
Planning Board. Approving this home occupation would have had
potential impacts on the neighbors. He felt that there needs to be a public
forum where home owners come in and present their case, and neighbors
are allowed to give input. Without this type of open forum the Village does
not have the full story. If it were not for the discussion the applicant of the
actual Tier III situation would have been granted the permit for a Tier II.
Trustee Sanders Romano asked for clarification on the visits as noted for
Tier IL She felt that the way it read there could be 12 visits per day which
could mean 12 visitors in one hour. She gave the example of a therapist
who holds group sessions.
Edward Beane, Esq. reviewed all of the proposed amendments for the
Board to ensure that they were all made, and that they were all correct.
When Mr. Beane completed his review, Mayor Feinstein called for a
motion to approve the resolution as amended.
On a motion made by Trustee Santon, and seconded by Trustee Sanders
Romano, the resolution as amended was adopted.
Mr. Burke called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Patricia Sanders Romano Voting Aye
Trustee Dean P. Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Nay
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Mayor Feinstein called for the next item on the agenda:
3. REFERRING A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW REGARDING SITE
PLAN SEGMENTATION IN CHAPTER 209 OF THE VILLAGE
CODE TO THE VILLAGE PLANNING BOARD FOR REPORT AND
RECOMMENDATION
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
REFERRING A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW REGARDING SITE PLAN
SEGMENTATION IN CHAPTER 209 OF THE VILLAGE CODE TO THE
VILLAGE PLANNING BOARD FOR REPORT AND
RECOMMENDATION
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of
Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook hereby refers the proposed local law
to the Planning Board for report and recommendation.
Mr. Bradbury noted that the Village Board has reviewed a list of items that
the Planning Board asked that they consider. Sometimes an applicant or
architect will break up a project in certain pieces so that it will not be
considered for site plan review. The proposed changes try to address
breaking up a project into pieces.
Mayor Feinstein felt that these changes were a good idea. These
amendments stop applicants from skirting the Village's regulations.
Trustee Santon pointed out that under Chapter 100, Certificate of
Occupancy, when the Building Inspector issues the Certificates of
Occupancy the approval resolution must be attached and referenced the
Certificate of Occupancy. He felt that this is a good thing.
On a motion made by Trustee Santon, and seconded by Trustee Sanders
Romano, the resolution was adopted.
Mr. Burke called the roll:
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Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Patricia Sanders Romano Voting Aye
Trustee Dean P. Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
4. REFERRING A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW REGARDING FRONT
YARD SETBACKS IN CHAPTER 250 OF THE VILLAGE CODE TO
THE VILLAGE PLANNING BOARD FOR REPORT AND
RECOMMENDATION
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
REFERRING A PROPOSED LOCAL LAW REGARDING FRONT YARD
SETBACKS IN CHAPTER 250 OF THE VILLAGE CODE TO THE
VILLAGE PLANNING BOARD FOR REPORT AND
RECOMMENDATION
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of
Trustees of the Village of Rye Brook hereby refers the proposed local law
to the Village Planning Board for report and recommendation.
Mr. Bradbury noted that these amendments piggyback on the prior
resolution.
Trustee Santon added that this amendment proposed to not allow the front
yard setback to be made smaller so that a house cannot move any closer to
the street than it currently is.
On a motion made by Trustee Santon and seconded by Trustee Sanders
Romano, the resolution was adopted.
Mr. Burke called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Patricia Sanders Romano Voting Aye
Trustee Dean P. Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
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5. AUTHORIZING A DATE CHANGE FOR THE 2009 VILLAGE
ELECTION
Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING A DATE CHANGE FOR THE 2009 VILLAGE
ELECTION
WHEREAS, Village elections are usually held on the third Tuesday
of March; and
WHEREAS, the third Tuesday of March 2009 falls on March 17tH,
St. Patrick's Day.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Board
of Trustees hereby amends the date of the 2009 Village election to be held
on Wednesday, March 18, 2009.
Mr. Bradbury noted this is a requirement and the resolution is the formality.
The law says that if the election falls on St. Patrick Day the elections must
be held on the next day.
On a motion made by Trustee Santon, and seconded by Trustee Sanders
Romano, the resolution was adopted.
Mr. Burke called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Patricia Sanders Romano Voting Aye
Trustee Dean P. Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
6. CONSIDERING A SALARY MODIFICATION FOR THE
ASSISTANT TO THE ADMINISTRATOR
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Mr. Bradbury read the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
CONSIDERING A SALARY MODIFICATION FOR
ASSISTANT TO THE ADMINISTRATOR
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the annual salary of
David Burke, Assistant to the Village Administrator, is hereby adjusted to
$46,995, effective October 15, 2008.
Mr. Bradbury noted that this has been discussed for several weeks. The
increase in salary comes with the performance of additional work.
On a motion made by Trustee Sanders Romano, and seconded by Trustee
Santon, the resolution was adopted.
Mr. Burke called the roll:
Trustee Michael S. Brown Voting Aye
Trustee Patricia Sanders Romano Voting Aye
Trustee Dean P. Santon Voting Aye
Mayor Joan L. Feinstein Voting Aye
Mayor Feinstein thanked David for taking up the additional responsibility.
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Mr. Bradbury noted that the Village is currently picking up piles of leaves. He
reminded everyone to keep the piles uncontaminated. Ensuring that there are no
other objects, such as branches or rocks, in the piles protects the Village's
employees and the equipment.
The photographs of the detention basin which is proposed for the Edgewood
property are now on the Village's website. Additional information is available
upon request through the Administrator's office.
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Chief Gregory Austin addressed the Board. He noted that "Walk 2008" was
sponsored by the Police Department in an attempt to promote healthier habits.
About 200 students and parents walked to school.
Mayor Feinstein noted that she has heard from residents requesting an additional
crossing guard in the Ridge Street/King Street area. The traffic and number of
students crossing in this area has been previously reviewed and at that time it was
determined that no crossing guard was needed. The issue may be revisited.
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. FOLLOW-UP ON DETENTION/RETENTION BASINS IN RYE
BROOK
Trustee Santon noted that the Edgewood Meadowlark detention basin has
been discussed for quite some time. This is unique project in that this is a
proposed detention basin in a residential area proposed to be constructed on
municipal property. The primary purpose of this basin is to improve water
quality and reduce downstream flooding below the basin. This project was
initially recommended in 2002. During this time the Village has weighed
the proposed changes to the location along with the benefits to the
residents.
Trustee Santon reviewed the locations of other retention and detention
basins within the Village. He pointed out the basins are located at the
Arbors, Hidden Falls, Red Roof, Bellefair, and Talcott Woods. Some of
the retention basins have been in place for over thirty years. He pointed out
that the detention basin at the Arbors most closely resembles what the
proposed detention basin will look like. It is a sunken grass crater with
vegetation. There will be some standing water, but he suggested that the
new detention basin have the water circulating.
Trustee Santon pointed out that the Hidden Falls retention basin has a dam
that creates a body of water and the homes were built around this. There is
no fencing around this basin. There are also three basins at Bellefair that
are not surrounded by fencing. In fact, the only basin that is fenced in is the
one at the Arbors.
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Mayor Feinstein called for members of the public wishing to address the
Board on this matter.
The resident of 11 Edgewood Drive, Mr. Brian Berk, addressed the Board.
He requested another special meeting be scheduled to address this issue.
The first meeting was held on the same night as back to school night and a
lot of the residents were unable to come to the Village meeting. He felt
that this matter needed more exposure. It would be an opportunity for
people to make their opinions known. He noted that he has reviewed many
of the basins within the Village and all the detention basins had to go
through the permit process. The basin being proposed is proposed for the
middle of a residential area. The landscaping and trees that will be
removed act as a sound barrier and screening. There are many other issues
that need to be addressed and the Village should give the residents the
opportunity to be heard at a special meeting.
Mayor Feinstein noted that the Keyhole, which is a large body of water on
Bowman Avenue, is adjacent to residential property. She also noted that
there is a $218,750.00 state grant in place for this project. Studies have
been done over the years and this basin is part of a much larger project that
will help with flooding in the Village. Many of the other pieces of the
project have been completed and this basin is the logical progression for
work being done in the Village to protect the residents from flooding. It is
important to understand how these projects fits together.
Trustee Santon noted that in November of 2002 a comprehensive study was
done. From north to south — all of the watersheds and proposed storm
water basins have been mapped out. This is the next project in the chain
and you cannot start removing the links of the chain and expect the same
results. The information is out there. This parcel was purchased M1982 for
municipal Village use. Everyone needs to remember the bigger scope of
the project.
Mr. Bradbury noted that if anyone would like copies of the reports that
have been completed by Dolph Rotfeld, Village Consultant, they are
available on the Village's website. In addition, Mr. Rotfeld made a
presentation at the October 2, 2008 meeting and there is a video of that
meeting that is available for viewing.
Mayor Feinstein stated that a lot of review has gone into this project.
Everyone loves trees and no one wants to take them down, however, this
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project will help many residents in the Village by alleviating flooding
problems. Constructing a basin on this parcel of municipal property will
improve flooding issues for twenty-five to thirty homes.
Mr. Berk noted that there are a lot of questions from the neighboring
residents that need to be answered.
Mayor Feinstein stated that the County would be coming to a Board of
Trustees meeting to discuss the environmental issues. She also pointed out
that the Village did not intentionally schedule the prior meeting on back to
school night.
Trustee Santon felt that this Village Board is extremely proactive. If a
resident bought a house next to municipal property they should expect that
it might be developed. Mr. Berk noted that this basin affects the entire
Village. Mayor Feinstein suggested that this matter be placed on the
agenda for an upcoming Board of Trustee meeting.
Trustee Santon noted that a few people who attended the October 2nd
special meeting held on this subject were against taking down trees. He
pointed out that this lot on Edgewood Drive was acquired for flood control.
This is where three different tributaries meet. AS alternative uses of the
property there could be two building lots, there could be a park, but either
way the trees would come down. The municipality has limited property
and a responsibility to all of the residents in the Village.
Mr. Berk stated that this project will change the character of the
neighborhood.
Trustee Michael Brown felt that the residents should present their concerns
and give the Village the opportunity to review the comments and concerns.
Mayor Feinstein agreed, and asked that this matter be placed on the Board
of Trustee's agenda for November 12, 2008. She noted that this matter
would be the first item on the agenda.
Lori Schwartzman, the resident of 15 Edgewood Drive, addressed the
Board. There is a negative impact that will affect some of the home owners
in the area. She stated that she has spoken with many residents and found
many people that did not support this project. She created a list of homes
that would be negatively impacted and ended up with 23 homes on the list.
Home owners from Edgewood and Rock Ridge are opposed to this basin.
She presented the Board with a petition.
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Trustee Santon felt that a Petition is not sufficient information. Some
people just sign a petition because a neighbor has asked them to. They do
not understand the genesis behind this project.
Mayor Feinstein noted that the Village Board makes tough decisions. The
Board members are residents and volunteers. The members of the Board
want to hear everyone's opinion.
Scott Talmadge of 40 Rock Ridge Drive, four houses up the hill, noted that
there will be a large impact by this project. The character of the
neighborhood will be changed forever.
He stated that it would have been nice to have gotten the information that
this neighborhood was going to have 1.5 acres of land deforested. He felt
that there were inaccuracies within several of the documents that also
needed to be reviewed.
Mayor Feinstein noted that there were two (2) public meetings about this
project. There is a grant in place for this project and in order to have the
grant that the State previously awarded remain in effect, the Board of
Trustees in August approved a resolution. The Village Board is happy to
offer the residents an opportunity to discuss this matter. The matter will be
placed on the agenda for the November 12th meeting — she pointed out that
this is a Wednesday evening.
Mr. Bradbury noted that the environmental documents were prepared by
the Village's Planning Consultant and signed by the Village. Mayor
Feinstein asked that the information be emailed to the Board and this
information also be shared with the community. These documents will be
placed on the Village's website.
Mayor Feinstein called for the next item on the agenda:
2. POTENTIAL LEGISLATION RELATING TO BUILDING PERMIT,
SITE PLAN REVIEW, AND ZONING VARIANCE APPLICATIONS
Trustee Santon noted that when a permit application comes into the
Building Department the history of the property is not always known. It
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would be helpful for the Zoning Board of Appeals to have this information.
Over the years there have been misrepresentations by applicants and their
representatives, and the Zoning Board has requested additional information
on properties in order to get the full picture.
Mayor Feinstein noted that when she was a liaison to the Zoning Board of
Appeals she was informed the documentation regarding variances that had
previously been approved were not kept in the file with the property
information. Unfortunately the variances were filed by property owner
name and not by property location. This method of filing goes back to the
Town of Rye.
Mr. Bradbury noted that this will be researched. He stated that the
applicants should also do their due diligence. He suggested a change in the
application form and stated that the applicants should be required to have
an up-to-date survey completed prior to filing a building permit application.
Trustee Santon felt that the burden of reviewing their file and bringing a
history to the Village must be placed on the applicant. Mayor Feinstein
stated that you cannot force an applicant to review the file. Mr. Bradbury
noted that there are issues here that warrant further discussion and review.
Trustee Sanders Romano noted that a recommendation was made by the
Planning Board Chairman to change the application to include questions
about prior variances granted on the property.
Mayor Feinstein opened the floor to questions or comments from the
community. Mr. Richard Able noted that there was an Executive Session
prior to the meeting to discuss personnel. He asked if Executive Sessions
were secret meetings or if the public could be made aware of what was
discussed during those meetings.
Mr. Abel stated that a questions and answers session has been scheduled
Tuesday October 28th, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Crawford Park. The
idea is to promote more open town, village and school governments. The
Town of Rye is providing the use of the Crawford Mansion. He felt that all
committee and board members of the Village of Rye Brook should attend.
He also noted that the meeting was open to all residents wishing to attend.
Trustee Santon suggested that Mr. Abel get someone to video tape the
meeting so that it can be put on the Village's website.
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Mayor Feinstein noted that the next Board of Trustee Meetings were scheduled for
October 28, 2008 and November 11, 2008.
There being no further business before the Board, Mayor Feinstein called for a
motion to adjourn.
On a motion made by Trustee Sanders Romano, and seconded by Trustee Santon,
the meeting was adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
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