TOWN OF GRANBY
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MINUTES
March 27, 2007
Present: Paula Johnson, Chairwoman, Jonathan Boardman, Daniel P. Brown, Jr., Margaret Chapple, Charles Kraiza, James Sansone and Linda Spevacek. Francis Armentano, Director of Community Development and Ed Sweeney, Town Engineer were also present.
The meeting opened at 7:02 p.m.
Public session: There was no public comment.
ON A MOTION by James Sansone, seconded by Charles Kraiza, the Commission voted to approve the minutes of February 27, 2007. All approved.
The application to consider the establishment of a private road that is proposed to serve a 10-lot subdivision with all lots located in East Granby has been withdrawn. The proposed private road was originally proposed to be located on a portion of property that was previously a part of 118 Petersen Road, property of Kenneth Seymour. Fran reviewed his memo dated March 20, 2007 concerning the Subdivision and Zoning Regulations for private roads. The applicant withdrew the application to give himself the necessary time to consider the issues outlined within the memo.
Fran Armentano informed the Commission that the Town has entered into a contract to purchase a 25.6-acre parcel of land at 175 Salmon Brook Street. The property may be used for new ball/play fields, passive recreation, parking, pedestrian and equine access, vehicular access and other uses. The Town will study the possible uses following the acquisition. The property not only adds almost 26 acres to the park, but also adds 1300 feet of frontage along Salmon Brook Street. This could possibly allow for another entrance in the park. The property is primarily floodplain. The appraised value is $255,000. The appraiser assumed that 2 building lots could be created in the northeast area of the property. The property has access to public water and public sewer. The Town has agreed to
purchase the property for the appraised value.
ON A MOTION by Put Brown, seconded by Margaret Chapple, the Commission enthusiastically endorsed the purchase of a 25.6-acre parcel located at 175 Salmon Brook Street and in accordance with Section 8-24 of the Connecticut General Statutes, recommend that the Board of Selectmen move forward with the acquisition. All Approved
Fran Armentano discussed with the Commission the new form that will be used for Erosion and Sedimentation Control. This is an agreement that requires Erosion and Sedimentation Control and allows the Town to correct controls that are insufficient or have failed.
Ed Sweeney reviewed the memo from the Farmington Valley Health District dated February 22, 2007 concerning proposed lots with shallow soils to bedrock.
Staff Reports and Correspondence:
Fran reported that John Oates will give a presentation on fire prevention and safety, fire escalation and fire fighting techniques at the April 10, 2007 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
Fran agreed that he would prepare a zoning regulation for the Case Street area based on the study as soon as possible.
Fran reported that he has had numerous conversations about future developments in and around the center area. He anticipates new applications or uses within the center in the coming months. He also reported that a renewal for Tilcon earth excavation operation should be received in the coming months and that he has had discussions on the possibility of an earth excavation operation. Further, Fran anticipates a 5-lot subdivision for property located at 120 Silver Street and perhaps a request for a drive thru window for Duncan Donuts. He also reported that the Granby Laundromat has gone out of business. In answer to a Commissioners’ question, Fran stated that he believes Tammy Tanner remains interested in locating the diner in town.
It was noted that on Saturday, April 21, 2007, the Conservation Commission is holding a forum on Conservation at the Senior Center and both Fran and Put will speak on preserving open space and farmland.
Fran informed the Commission that the Dutch Iris Inn has new owners.
ON A MOTION by Margaret Chapple, seconded by Linda Spevacek, the Commission voted to go into executive session and to include Town Staff in the discussion. All approved.
ON A MOTION by Linda Spevacek, seconded by Margaret Chapple, the Commission voted to close the executive session. All approved.
The meeting adjourned at 7:41 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Dorcus S. Forsyth
Recording Secretary
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