/2021

Village of Baldwinsville Planning Board 
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 @ 7:07 P.M.
Via Zoom
Carried 6:0
PRESENT:   	John Tonello, Chairman
Nate Collins
 		Nicole Schlater-alternate
 		Terry King
Mike Mazoway
 		Mark Jenkins
		Kevin Hamilton

Mr. Scherfling did not attend the meeting this evening
ALSO PRESENT: Ms. Jamie Sutphen, Attorney
 Mr. Dick Clarke, Mayor
 Mr. Gregg Humphrey, CEO
 Ms. Mary Augustus, Board Secretary
Guests: Joseph Hucko, owner of Washington Street Partners
                Gregory Sgromo, Village Engineer
                Karl Ashley, Gentry Subdivision 
Pledge of Allegiance
Mr. Tonello stated that Mr. Gary Peterson had stepped down from the Planning Board, he thanked Mr. Peterson for his service while on the Board.  Mr. Kevin Hamilton has stepped forward from the community to fill Mr. Peterson’s position.  Mr. Hamilton is retired and is interested in participating as a Village resident.   
Motion by Mr. Mazoway to approve Minutes from August 24, 2021, Planning Board Meeting, second by Mr. Collins. 
                                 Carried 4:0                                                                                                 
Motion by Ms. King to approve Minutes from January 25, 2022, Planning Board Meeting, second by Mr. Jenkins. 
                                 Carried 5:0                                                                                                 
19-21 E. Genesee Street-Baldwinsville Village Commons/site plan 
Mr. Joseph Hucko from Washington Street Partners owner of Baldwinsville Village Commons located at 19-21 East Genesee Street was present this evening to address the Board. Mr. Hucko requested an extension on a site plan for development of the retail space in the rear of the plaza located at 19-21 E. Genesee Street project dated April 27, 2021.  It was suggested by Mr. Humphrey that the Board grant Mr. Hucko two (2) six-month extensions at this time.  

Motion by Mr. Tonello to grant Washington Street Partners two (2) six-month extensions for approved site plan for 19-21 East Genesee Street, Second by Mr. Jenkins                          Carried 7:0   
  Karl Ashley- Gentry Subdivision 
Mr. Ashley was present this evening to address the Board with a proposed site plan subdivision on Gentry Street.  Mr. Ashley came in front of the Board with this idea about two (2) years ago.  This parcel is zoned R1A and is 8.78 acres. The proposed site has 26 homes, most will be single family homes with a 2-car garage, 800 square feet on the main floor but there are four (4) potential parcels housing for 2 family dwelling. Both homes fit inside the 25% for dwellings required by code.  Mr. Ashley believes the market for these types of homes are for empty nester or young professionals.  There are already facilities for this area, water, sewer, and natural gas.  Mr. Ashley is keeping his options open; he has already spoken to National Grid regarding a community service geo-thermal loop for the site.   
Mr. Collins inquired about sidewalks through the development.  Mr. Ashley is opening to incorporate a sidewalk in the project, he anticipated it and believes it is a perfect addition to the community. Mr. Humphrey stated a sidewalk is required in the Subdivision portion of the Code.   
Mr. Tonello reminded the Board and Mr. Ashley that this project would require   street lighting. Mr. Ashley stated that usually a lighting district would be set-up and added to the taxes.  Mr. Humphrey did not think a lighting district could be in a Village.  
Ms. King asked if the “lieu of park’s fund” could be used to help expand the trails which could be incorporated into this community? Mr. Humphrey stated the Village Board would make that decision.  The gray scalloped around the site plan represents the tree line.  Mr. Humphrey told the Board there would be a Topographic map will be submitted as revised plans are completed, tonight is just a preliminary site plan for discussion.  A short form SEQR was submitted with an application and this site plan by Mr. Ashley for tonight’s meeting.  A revised survey will be needed showing easements. Mr. Ashley would like to start developing this project by this Spring.  
The following are our initial comments for the Villas at Seneca Preliminary Subdivision Plan C201 dated February 2022: by Greg Sgromo, Village Engineer.
1.	The proposed project is in the R-1 zone
2.	Gentry Street does not appear to conform to current Village standards.
3.	The 52-foot right-of-way for the +/- 200 ft of the proposed road at Tappan Street does not meet the Village requirement of 60 feet.
4.	Future plans should include a zoning table of dimensional regulations
5.	Future plans should be accompanied by a Full Environmental Assessment Form
6.	Rear and front yard setbacks are shown as 30 feet and are required to be a minimum of 40 feet
7.	No topography is provided on the plan for either proposed or existing.
8.	No provisions for storm water mitigation are shown and it is unclear where drainage currently flows towards although it is assumed that it flows North towards the river.
These are our initial comments based on the preliminary subdivision plan provided. A more detailed plan review will be provided with future submissions.
Mr. Mazoway had questions regarding a sanitary pump station.  Mr. Humphrey explained there is already an existing pump station off Gentry, this will have to be upgraded for this development. 
Ms. King asked if Gentry Street was a Village road?  Ms. King continued, she believes some time ago it was determined the road was not constructed to Village specs and the Village would not assume responsibility.  Mr. Humphrey stated the Village does plow Gentry Street.  Ms. King asked if the Village was just plowing the road or if it was to give the Village access to the pump station?  After much discussion it was decided to get more information regarding the road and review it as the project progresses. 
Ms. King also expressed concerns about the reduction of the setbacks that Mr. Ashley asked we consider. 
Mr. Ashley asked if the Board, Attorney and Engineer would review his application and work out the many questions prior to the next meeting?  He would like to know if he can move forward and what will be the “next step” he can take on the project.  Mr. Humphrey agreed to have discussion in order to move ahead.    
Mr. Collins explained he has been asked by Mayor Clarke to run for the Village Board.  The election will be March 15, 2022.  If elected Mr. Collins would leave his position on the Planning Board. 
Motion by Mr. Tonello to adjourn the meeting at 8:08 p.m. second by Mr. Collins 
                                                     Carried 7:0
Respectfully Submitted,
Mary E. Augustus
Mary Augustus, Planning Board secretary