Regular Meeting No. 935

Present - T. Lentz, Chairman C. Jefferson, ZEO
L. Annino
S. Morgan
J. Adametz
E. Hayash
P. Stull
D. Gross (non-voting alternate)
P. McGuinness (non-voting alternate)
J. O'Brien (non-voting alternate)

1. Call to Order
T. Lentz called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

2. Minutes of Regular Meeting No. 934 Held May 6, 2008
Motion by Stull, second by Morgan, to approve May 6, 2008 Minutes amended as follows -
Page 1, under Visitors, 1st sentence, should read “Mike Okoniewski was present to discuss the possible purchase of property next to current industrial property on Route 80 (lot 36B) and expand the industrial zone.” PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

3. Visitors – none.

4. Communications and Bills
(1) Special Exception Application #240 - Madison Rod & Gun Club.

(2) Special Exception Application #241 – Ed Ricciuti/Scott Papoosha – Running Brook Farms.

(3) Copy of letter from Cathie S. Jefferson to June Viglioto dated 5/9/08 Re Violation, Second Notice.

(4) Board of Selectmen Notice of Vote and Minutes from May12, 2008.

(5) State of Connecticut DEP letter to Zoning Enforcement Officer dated May 8, 2008 Re New FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps Become Effective August 28, 2008.

(6) Copy of letter from R. E. Leighton, Agent for the Health Director, to Godfrey-Hoffman, Gene Ahearn and Foxon Developers LLC dated May 16, 2008 Re 2 Owl Hollow Lane, Sub-Surface Sewage Disposal System Problems.

(7) Copy of Proposed Code Adoption Ordinance, Town of Killingworth.

5. Old Business – none.

6. Zoning Enforcement Officer's Report
C. Jefferson noted Dave Viglioto came in after receiving the second notice violation letter. He understands he has to either remove the walk in cooler or come back before the Commission to amend his plan. Mr. Viglioto was supposed to be present this evening but was not. He does understand he has to bring this matter into zoning compliance.

C. Jefferson noted there is a meeting on Thursday with Hilary Kumnick (Land Use Committee), First Selectman Cabral and Chairman Lentz to discuss having the Land Use Committee a clearing house for municipal projects. Ms. Jefferson suggested the Commission might want to take a look at the zoning regulations relative to accessory uses for municipal properties.

C. Jefferson noted a letter was received from Torrance Downes (Regional Planning Agency) indicating there were funds available from the State Office of Policy & Management for work on the Plan of Conservation & Development. A letter needs to be sent to the State stating the town has just completed their new Plan. The deadline for applying is June 1st. These monies could also be used for implementation of the Plan.

7. New Business
(a) Special Exception #240 - Amendment to Madison Rod & Gun Club - addition of storage barn
Chairman Lentz asked Commission members if they felt this could be treated just as an amendment to their original Special Exception #177 rather than a new one requiring a public hearing. No one had an objection. It was noted this was a 24' x 36' barn for equipment storage. The building would have garage doors, asphalt roof, wood frame with barn siding (stained), concrete floor and foundation. There would be no electricity at this time. The barn would be used for equipment storage. There would be no firearms or ammunition stored. Motion by Stull, second by Morgan, to approve Special Exception #240 amending Special Exception #177 Madison Rod & Gun Club to include a 3 bay garage. PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

(b) Special Exception #241 - Amendment to Running Brook Farms - seasonal Farmers Market
Ed Ricciuti, Master Gardener, noted Running Brook Farms has offered space for a non-profit seasonal farmers market for local individuals who grow and sell their own food. The State has been very helpful and will assist in setting this up. The farmers market would consist of tables outside (no structure). It would be on Thursdays from June 1st to September 31st from 1 PM to 5 PM. There would be a maximum of 10 vendors who would be certified by the State to accept State vouchers for programs for the needy. Chairman Lentz noted this would be an amendment to the original Special Exception #225. Motion by Annino, second by Morgan, to approve Special Exception #241 amending Special Exception #225 Running Brook Farms to add a seasonal farmers market. PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

(c) Special Exception #242 - Amendment to Zoning Map - Extend Industrial District to include Map 24, Lot 36B, Lester Bragdon (owner), Terri Brasile & Mike Okoniewski (applicants)
Chairman Lentz noted this application was returned as it was not in the proper form. It will be resubmitted probably at the next meeting.

8. Report of Officer's and Subcommittees
There was a brief discussion regarding the State's work at the Killingworth Circle (Routes 81 & 80). The plan is to have the Killingworth Garden Club put plantings in the middle of the circle.

Commission members reviewed the proposed changes to the Zoning and Subdivision Regulations. There was much discussion regarding Outdoor Wood-Burning Furnaces. Chairman Lentz urged members to review the Retirement Housing Subdivision proposed regulation for the next meeting. There was a brief discussion regarding having a draft Citation Ordinance for Zoning Enforcement. Jim O'Brien has been invited (as a past chairman of the Housing Partnership) and will attend an upcoming Housing Partnership meeting.

9. Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:55 PM.

Regular Meeting No. 934

Present - T. Lentz, Chairman
L. Annino
S. Morgan
J. Adametz
E. Hayash
P. Stull
D. Gross (non-voting alternate)
J. O'Brien (non-voting alternate)

1. Call to Order
T. Lentz called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

2. Minutes of Regular Meeting No. 933 Held April 15, 2008
Motion by Morgan, second by Hayash, to approve April 15, 2008 Minutes as written. PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

3. Visitors
Mike Okoniewski was present to discuss the possible purchase of property next to current industrial property on Route 80 (lot 36B) and turn the area into an industrial park. He noted he has talked to some of the neighbors who didn't have a problem with it. C. Jefferson noted this would require a zone change by the owner of the property from residential to industrial. She explained this would not be spot zoning, but an expansion of the already existing industrial area. C. Jefferson indicated she gets inquiries all the time about industrial land and Killingworth just doesn't have anything available. Chairman Lentz noted there is a Town Plan where a survey was done and there was not a lot of enthusiasm for a big industrial district. However, there are these needs and there are some people who think the industrial base should be expanded. Chairman Lentz noted it was the consensus of members that a possible zone change could be considered.

4. Communications and Bills
(1) Freedom of Information meeting on Thursday, May 15, 2008, at the Killingworth Fire House for anyone who wants to attend.

(2) Affidavit of Publication and Legal Publication for Special Exception #235.

(3) Affidavit of Publication and Legal Publication for Special Exceptions #237, #238 and #239.

(4) Copy of letter to Brenda Williams from R. E. Leighton, Code Official, dated April 28, 2008 Re Recent Septic Pump-out, Notice of Dysfunctional Septic System.

(5) Letter from R. E. Leighton, Agent for the Health Director, to Robert Ellis, Chairman of WPCA, dated April 28, 2008 Re Draft WPCA Ordinance, Comments & Concerns.

(6) Original letter from Jacobson & Associates to Planning & Zoning Commission dated April 11, 2008 Re Pinchbeck Timber Harvest.

(7) Letter from Attorney Peter Sipples to Planning & Zoning Commission dated April 25, 2008 Re Withdrawal of Limerick Farm, LLC Application for Special Exception.

(8) Correspondence Re Workshop for Strategies for Funding Open Space to be held on May 22, 2008 at UConn.

(9) Water Pollution Control Authority Minutes from March 5 and April 2, 2008.

(10) Board of Selectmen Minutes and Notice of Vote from April 14 and April 28, 2008.

(11) Board of Selectmen Minutes from May 6, 2008.

(12) Letter from R. E. Leighton, Agent for the Health Director, to Regional School District #17, Mike Distephano, dated April 18, 2008 Re Second Request to Abate Health Issues.

(13) Letter from Michael Distefano to R. E. Leighton dated April 22, 2008 Re Killingworth Elementary School, Sub-Surface Sewage Disposal System.

(14) Copy of Planning & Zoning Budget.

(15) Copy of Report of Meeting from Harkin Engineering for "Olde Church Commons" True Value Hardstore Store, Killingworth, CT.

(16) Notice from Connecticut Siting Council dated May 1, 2008 Re Modifications to Existing Telecommunications Facility at 131 Little City Road, Killingworth.

(17) Letter from Scotland Hardwoods to Planning & Zoning Commission Re Scirpo Logging Project, Blue Hills Road, Bonding.

(18) Invoice from Howard and McMillan for legal services in the amount of $499.22.

(19) Letter from R. E. Leighton, Agent for the Health Director, and Dr. E. Winokur, MD, Director of Health, to Yale Gordon, Jr. and Timothy Rauke dated May 6, 2008 Re Notice to Abate Serious Health Violation.

(20) Letter from R. E. Leighton, Agent for the Health Director, and Dr. E. Winokur, MD, Director of Health, to William and Sharon Silas dated May 6, 2008 Re Notice to Abate Serious Health Violation, Second and Final Notification.

5. Old Business
(a) Pinchbeck Timber Harvest
Chairman Lentz noted the Commission was waiting for a wetlands report before approval. C. Jefferson indicated a wetlands report was not necessary as this was not a special permit and there are no regulated activities. She has already received their bond. Motion by Stull, second by Hayash, to approve Pinchbeck Timber Harvest application as submitted. PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

6. Zoning Enforcement Officer's Report
C. Jefferson noted the tree planting has been done in front of the Region 17 field and the fence is up. The color of the fence blends in and looks good.

C. Jefferson noted she met with a representative of Limerick Farms and reviewed the issues raised by the Code Official. The application was subsequently withdrawn. The applicant will rework the numbers for the horse shows and clinics and reapply for exactly what they want to do.

C. Jefferson noted the Commission received the notes on the construction meeting for the True Value Hardware. There was some concern regarding the fence being up and the boulders. C. Jefferson was asked to remind the applicant that the fence around the historical area must stay up.

C. Jefferson noted she met with the engineer who has been hired for the Wettish property recreational fields. There were questions regarding the preservation of the stone walls. There were also questions regarding having a detention/retention basin in the agricultural area. She advised the engineer these were questions that had to be answered by the Commission and there should probably be a site walk. The engineer has not contacted anyone yet to set up a site walk. This should be done before a site development plan is prepared.

C. Jefferson noted she has not heard anything further from the Outback regarding the outside cooler. She did notice however that the unit is being leased and nothing has been done to date to correct the zoning issue. The Commission advised the ZEO to send another letter. They need to conform to the approved application and move it inside or come in with an amended plan.

April permit log was distributed.

C. Jefferson was asked to contact the Killingworth Youth League to advise them the storage shed had been approved at the last meeting. There was a brief discussion regarding the process for municipal improvements. These types of applications should go to the Land Use Committee first for review, then the Board of Selectmen and then Planning & Zoning. C. Jefferson will set up a meeting between First Selectman Cabral, Hilary Kumnick and Chairman Lentz. Applications relating to recreational fields should go before the Park & Recreation Commission before going to the Land Use Committee.

7. New Business - none.

8. Report of Officer's and Subcommittees
Chairman Lentz prepared a packet of new proposed regulations which will be copied and distributed at the next meeting. There was a brief discussion regarding the proposed regulations and others that should be considered.

9. Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:52 PM.