Mark Agle Councilman Krycia, Liasion

Dennis Brawdy Drew Reilly, Town Engineer

Anthony Weiss Elizabeth Damassiewicz

Kevin O’Gorman Jim Ridge

William Zittel Russ Gugino

Juanita Majewski Rev. Mulheisen

Gerard Schwab Nick Gervase

Andrew Romanowski, Alternate

Excused:

Absent:

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Chairman Agle called the April 1, 2004 meeting of the Eden Town Planning Board to order at 8:00 PM. Agle requested a motion to approve the March 2004 minutes as written & submitted, so moved by Bill Zittel, seconded by Jerry Schwab carried all ayes.

NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

1. Don Nowak’s request to the Town Board for a “Special Use Permit” to allow trailer rental/sales at Main Street. Mr. Nowak nor any representative from the business was present to discuss this use. Furthermore, a revised site plan depicting the new use was not provided for our consideration as required. Therefore, the Planning Board tabled the discussion until such time that a revised site plan is received and Mr. Nowak or a representative is present to discuss this matter.

2. PRE-SUBMISSION CONFERENCE: Beth & Mike Damasiewicz – 8442 N. Main Street for the purpose of operating a Floral Shop. Beth explained that they wish to purchase this property and open a retail florist shop in this OB district. Chairman Agle stated that the proposed use is not a use permitted by right therefore, either a use variance, re-zoning of the area or a “Special Use Permit” from the Town Board would be necessary. For future consideration by this Planning Board, a site-plan must be submitted for our review. Brawdy raised the question that the zoning in the town may be antiquated to the master plan, the relevant thing is the Master Plan and the Hamlet Overlay; and does this request conform with the Master Plan/Hamlet overlay? Beth stated that she intends to use the property “as is”. Reilly stated that in the Hamlet Overlay it would be required to maintain the basic structure of the house maintaining a residential flavor in the Hamlet. Dennis Brawdy moved to recommend to the Town Board to consider rezoning this specific property (8442 N. Main Street) from OB to GB and to also consider rezoning the adjacent parcels (approximately 4 lots on the west side of Main Street) in accordance with the Master Plan, Juanita Majewski seconded, carried all ayes.

3. POND CONSTRUCTION REQUEST: Nick Gervase, for property at 2288 Hemlock Road. Chairman Agle stated that the Board received copies of the pond application for review and that all requirements have been met. Majewski stated that there was a discrepancy regarding the dimensions on the map. Mr. Gervase stated that the pond size is indeed 100’x135’; Agle stated that even at its largest reported dimension, it still meets all of the criteria. Reilly stated in accordance with the recent adoption of the Town Law, that if an applicant worked along with the Erie County Soil, Water and Conservation Service, that would meet the criteria for hiring an engineer, they would design the pond, and after construction, they would inspect it as well. If it is built correctly, then 50% of the initial fees would be refunded to the applicant. Dennis Brawdy motioned to approve the site-plan for the pond application as submitted, Bill Zittel seconded, carried all ayes. Chairman Agle advised Mr. Gervase to follow up with Mr. Henry, Building Inspect or for a building permit.

4. DON SCHREIBER:

a. Mini-Self Storage outside parking to be addressed. Chairman Agle stated that to the best of his recollection, outdoor storage was not indicated or approved on the site plan submitted by Mr. Schreiber; all board members agreed. This agenda item was tabled until such time Mr. Schreiber submits a revised site plan for review by the Planning Board.

b. Up-date regarding progress of SONNYBROOK PHASE III. Chairman Agle informed the Board that the preliminary site plan approval of SonnyBrook Phase III was given May 1, 2003; the applicant has 1 year from that time to secure final site plan approval. Due to extenuating circumstances from Erie County Water Authority, Mr. Schreiber has not been able to secure water for the development therefore unable to obtain approval from the Department of Health. Mr. Schreiber is requesting an extension of the 1-year deadline until such time that the Water Authority will commit to provide water to the district. Agle motioned to extend the preliminary approval by 6 months from 5/1/04 to 11/1/04, Juanita Majewski seconded the motion, carried all ayes.

PRE-SUBMISSION CONFERENCE: Chairman Agle stated that the Planning Board had received minutes from 5 previous pre-submission conferences over the past 10 years in the meeting packets for review by the Board. Russ Gugino representing Camp Maryglen gave a brief history of the camp stating that it is an old campground previously known as Camp Victory originally run by Father Baker, consisting of approximately 45 acres of land. The owners wish to resurrect the camp for abused children; victims of violence 7-12 years of age. He is currently negotiating with St. Marys Church, located at 4363 Keller Road, to purchase 100’ of frontage to meet the access/setback requirements. They wish to operate a year-round program at the camp funded through public and private corporate funds as well as applying for Federal and State grants. Juanita Majewski stated that the previous minutes indicated that there would be a chapel on the premises; Majewski inquired if that was still the plan? Mr. Gugino stated that there would NOT be a chapel on the premises. Chairman Agle stated that the first step is to submit a site-plan, addressing all requirements as listed in the Codebook under section 225-235B “Camp Ground Code” and that the EAF –SEQR forms must be completed; and of course, proof of ownership or easement from St. Marys Church would be a requirement. Mr. Gugino stated that the architect and engineers are currently surveying the camp and working on a preliminary sketch plat that hopefully will be ready for the May 2004 Planning Board meeting. Agle stated that the deadline for submission for the May 6, 2004 meeting would be April 22, 2004.

6. Supervisor Nellis requested some input and ideas regarding parking on Main Street issues. Chairman Agle stated that the parking requirements have been somewhat relaxed in recent years and the downtown sector is experiencing growing pains and adequate parking for area businesses is a concern. Drew stated that Bill Trask, Town Attorney is researching the obligation and legality of government providing municipal parking. The matter was tabled until we receive further information from Bill Trask. However the following suggestions could help alleviate some of the congestion. (a) Since there is a municipal lot behind the Town Hall, erect signs on Main Street to indicate where the municipal lot is located. (b) Employees of area businesses should be encouraged to park in the municipal lot to open up space for subsequent customers of the area businesses

7. Discuss/Vote time change of Planning Board Meetings from 8:00 PM to 7:00 PM. After discussion, Jerry Schwab motioned to change the meeting time from 8:00 pm to 7:30 pm, seconded by Kevin O’Gorman, carried all ayes.

REPORTS: None

ANNOUNCEMENTS: None

ADJOURNMENT:

At 9:30 pm, Bill Zittel motioned to adjourn the April 1, 2004 meeting of the Planning Board, Kevin O’Gorman seconded the motion, carried all ayes.

Respectfully Submitted

Catherine A. Swiech

The Next Meeting will be held on Thursday, May 6^th, 2004 @ 7:30 PM


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