HomeMy WebLinkAboutPB Resolution 2022-06-21, 24.-2-5.2TOWN OF ULYSSES PLANNING BOARD RESOLUTION (4)
SEQR NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF SIGNIFICANCE AND
SITE PLAN APPROVAL
3250 MEKEEL RD
FOR CONSIDERATION 21 JUNE 2022
WHEREAS, the applicant, representing Crown Castle, owner, is seeking Site Plan Approval for the
collocation of a (9 antenna) telecommunications array; and
WHEREAS, the property is approximately 51.79 acres in size and is located at 3250 Mekeel Rd (tax
map # 24.-2-5.2), and is within the AR – Agricultural Rural Zone; and
WHEREAS, The applicant proposes to collocate 9 antennae arrays to an existing 190’ tall
telecommunications tower, under §212-148 B (8) of the zoning code. Additional improvements include
the addition of equipment cabinets on a 10’x15’ concrete pad, a generator, and the extension of the
existing chain link fence to accommodate the equipment; and
WHEREAS, the action is an Unlisted Action under SEQR 617.5(c), and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses Planning Board will act as Lead Agency in an uncoordinated
environmental review with respect to the project; and
WHEREAS, the action does not require 239 review, per the agreement made with Tompkins
County 24 November 2003.
WHEREAS; the Planning Board hereby accepts the following materials; Site Plan Application
(4/1/2022) and materials, RF Compliance Letter (April 29, 2022), Sheets T-1,T-2, C-1.1, C-1.2, C-
1.3, C-1.4, C-1.5, C-2, C-3, C4, C-5.1, C-5.2, C-6, C-7, E-1, G-1, G-2, G-3, Generator Specs, Mount
Specs, (Prepared by John W. Kelly P.E., B+T GRP, revised 7/28/21), Building Permit and
supporting documents dated March 16, 2022 ; and
WHEREAS; the proposed collocation of a 9 antennae array utilizes an existing 190’ tall tower, will
not raise the height of the existing tower and will not significantly negatively affect visual resources;
and
WHEREAS; the proposed generator will only run intermittently, for short durations (per
applicant’s response letter dated May 24, 2022), and will produce approximately 66 dB of noise
standing at 23 feet, and will not have significant negative impact on neighboring properties,
WHEREAS; the project has provided RF Certification (dated April 29, 2022) stating that the facility
meets or exceeds the Federal Communication Commission’s requirements and will be operated at
frequencies and power levels authorized by the FCC, will comply with all current FCC guidelines for
cumulative measurements of radio frequency power densities and electromagnetic fields, and will
comply at all times with FCC regulations concerning interference with reception of television and
radio broadcasts or any public frequency serving the town’s residents.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration of the Short Environmental Assessment Form and evaluation of the
possible environmental impacts, the Town of Ulysses Planning Board hereby determines that the
proposed collocation of a 9 antennae telecommunications array on the existing cell tower located at
3250 Mekeel Road will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment or the Town of
Ulysses and issues negative determination of environmental significance, in accordance with the New
York State Environmental Quality Review Act, for the above referenced action as proposed, and
therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement will not be required.
The Planning Board of the Town of Ulysses hereby grants Site Plan Approval for the collocation of
9 antennae arrays on an existing 190’ tall telecommunications tower, under §212-148 B(8) of the
zoning code. Additional improvements include the addition of equipment cabinets on a 10’x15’
concrete pad, a generator, and the extension of the existing chain link fence to accommodate the
equipment as shown on the application materials.
Motion: Mr. Klein
Second: Mr. Wertis
Aye Nay Abstain
Pete Angie (Chair) X
Rebecca Schneider X
Morris Klein X
John Wertis X
Rodeny Bent X