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Town of Lansing
Monday, March 25, 2013 7:15 PM PLANNING BOARD
PLANNING BOARD MEMBERS
(*Denotes present)
* Tom Ellis, Chairman
* Lin Davidson, Vice-Chairman
* Larry Sharpsteen
* David Hatfield
* Richard Prybyl
* Al Fiorille
* Gerald Caward Jr.
* Ray Farkas, Alternate
* Jonathan Kanter, Planning Consultant
Lorraine Moynihan Schmitt, Esq.
Kathy Miller, TB Liaison
Public Present
Lynn Day, Zoning, Code, Fire Enforcement Officer Michael Moore
Russ Givins Casey Moore
Ginny Olsen Wayne Lucas
Lynn M. Day Bonnie Lucas
Matt Day Patrick Wood
Chris Gill David Rutheford
David Plumeu Nate Williamson
Chuck Bower John Mares
C.A. Bower Marge Listar
Lori Rhoads
Darrell Rhoads
Connie Armstrong
Daniel Eikel
Other Business
Tom Ellis, Chairperson called the Planning Board Meeting to order at 7:16 PM.
Mr. Ellis inquired if there was anyone from the Public that wished to speak with
comments or concerns that were not on the Agenda. There were none.
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Site Plan & SEQR Review, Expansion of Four Season Storage, 360
Auburn Rd. (State Rt. 34), Tax Parcel No. 28.-1-28.37, RA Rural
Agricultural Zone
Michael & Casey Moore appeared before the Board. The Moore’s would like to expand
their Mini/Self Storage facility to include an additional 20 Units, extending the
perimeter (3 sides) of the building by 15 feet. Each side will have 3 full cut off down
lights added. Landscaping at the back border (400’) will be Evergreens. Near the Sign
in the front, additional grasses will be added. 2,250-3,000 Sq. Feet of new driveway will
be added mainly on the west side and northeast corner of the property.
Jonathan Kanter and Town Engineer, David Herrick spoke regarding the site
disturbance on the project which included existing and proposed disturbance. They
both feel that the property is close to the disturbance threshold of 1 acre. At Mr.
Herrick’s recommendation, Mr. Moore should be put on notice that the disturbance is
close to the threshold and could trigger further Stormwater practices.
The Tompkins County Planning Department offered the following GML Referral
comment:
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Larry Sharpsteen made a motion to waive the Public Hearing(s) on the SEQR and
Application. David Hatfield seconded the motion and it was carried by the following
roll call vote;
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Gerald Caward, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Lin Davidson, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Al Fiorille, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) David Hatfield, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Richard Prybyl, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Larry Sharpsteen, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Thomas Ellis, Member
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The Following Resolution was offered;
RESOLUTION PB 13- 02
TOWN OF LANSING PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION OF STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW (SEQR)
NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE PROPOSED
4 SEASON STORAGE – PHASE III EXPANSION SITE PLAN
WHEREAS, an application was made by Michael Moore for site plan approval for the
proposed expansion of a self-storage warehouse facility known as 4 Season Storage,
located at 360 Auburn Road, Lansing, New York and otherwise known as Tax Parcel
#28.-1-28.37, RA – Rural Agricultural Zone; and
WHEREAS, the proposal is to add 20 +/- storage units (approximately 2,850 square feet of
building space) to the existing storage facility, which consists of 44 +/- storage units; and
WHEREAS, this proposed action is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Lansing
Planning Board is an involved agency for the purposes of environmental review; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing Planning Board, in performing the lead agency
function for its independent and uncoordinated environmental review in accordance
with Article 8 of the New York State Environmental Conservation Law - the State
Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQR”), (i) pursued its thorough review of the
applicant’s completed Environmental Assessment Form Part I, and any and all other
documents prepared and submitted with respect to this proposed action and its
environmental review, and (ii) thoroughly analyzed the potential relevant areas of
environmental concern of the project to determine if the proposed action may have a
significant adverse impact on the environment, including the criteria identified in 6
NYCRR Section 617.7(c), and (iii) reviewed and completed the EAF, Part II on the
record;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
The Town of Lansing Planning Board, based upon (i) its thorough review of the
EAF, Part I, and any and all other documents prepared and submitted with respect to
this proposed action and its environmental review, (ii) its thorough review of the
potential relevant areas of environmental concern of the proposed project to determine
if the proposed action may have a significant adverse impact on the environment,
including the criteria identified in 6 NYCRR Section 617.7(c), and (iii) its completion of
the EAF, Part II (and, if applicable, Part III), including the findings noted thereon
(which findings are incorporated herein as if set forth at length), hereby makes a
negative determination of environmental significance (“NEGATIVE
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DECLARATION”) in accordance with SEQR for the above referenced proposed action,
and determines that an Environmental Impact Statement will not be required.
Dated: March 25, 2013
Motion by: Lin Davidson
Seconded by: Richard Prybyl
VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
Thomas Ellis - Aye
Lin Davidson - Aye
Gerald Caward, - Aye
Al Fiorille – Aye
David Hatfield – Aye
Richard Prybyl – Aye
Larry Sharpsteen – Aye
The following Application Resolution with conditions was offered;
RESOLUTION PB 13-03
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LANSING PLANNING BOARD
APPROVING WITH CONDITIONS
4 SEASON STORAGE EXPANSION – PHASE III SITE PLAN
WHEREAS, Applicant Michael Moore has submitted for consideration and requested approval
from the Town of Lansing Planning Board of a Site Plan for the proposed expansion of a self-
storage warehouse facility known as 4 Season Storage, located at 360 Auburn Road, Lansing,
New York and otherwise known as Tax Parcel #28.-1-28.37, RA – Rural Agricultural Zone; and
WHEREAS, the proposal is to add 20 +/- storage units (approximately 2,850 square feet of
building space) to the existing storage facility, which currently consists of 44 +/- storage units;
and
WHEREAS, the proposal is a permitted use in the R-A Rural Agricultural Zone subject to
obtaining site plan approval from the Planning Board; and
WHEREAS, the Town has considered and carefully reviewed the requirements of the Town’s
Laws relative to site plan review and the unique needs of the Town due to the topography, the
soil types and distributions, and other natural and man made features upon and surrounding the
area of the proposed Site Plan, and the Town has also considered the Town’s Comprehensive
Plan and compliance therewith; and
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WHEREAS, this is an Unlisted Action under the State Environmental Quality Review Act
which requires environmental review; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing Planning Board is an involved agency pursuant to State Law
governing local environmental review; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing Planning Board has the primary responsibility for approving
or carrying out the action and is conducting an uncoordinated environmental review of this
action pursuant to State Law governing local environmental review; and
WHEREAS, General Municipal Law County Planning referrals 239-l and 239-m (of Article 12-
B) were sent to the Tompkins County Planning Department by the Town of Lansing Planning
Department, and the Tompkins County Planning Department in a letter dated February
26, 2013 determined that the proposed action has no negative inter-community or county-
wide impacts; and
WHEREAS, on March 25, 2013, the Planning Board reviewed and considered the
aforementioned site plan application in the Lansing Town Hall, 29 Auburn Road, Lansing, New
York 14882 and resolved to waive public hearings on the site plan application and on the State
Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) review on this action; and
WHEREAS, on March 25, 2013, this Board, acting on an uncoordinated environmental review
of the proposed action, reviewed and accepted as adequate a Short Environmental Assessment
Form (‘EAF”) Part I, submitted by the Applicant, the comments (if any, of the Town Engineer,
the Tompkins County Department of Planning County 239-l and m review and other application
materials, and the Lansing Planning Board completed Part II of the EAF; and
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WHEREAS, by Resolution adopted on March 25, 2013, the Town of Lansing Planning Board
has determined that, pursuant to the provisions of the State Environmental Quality Review Act,
the proposed 4 Season Storage Expansion site plan will result in no significant impact on the
environment and has issued a Negative Declaration of environmental significance for purposes
of Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board has duly considered the proposed site plan in accordance with
the provisions of the Town of Lansing Land Use Ordinance Section 701.4 et sequence, including
concerns addressing the adjacent stream, site lighting, nearby residences, landscaping, parking,
and screening, and any potential on and off site environmental impacts; and
WHEREAS, upon due consideration and deliberation by the Town of Lansing Planning Board,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED: that the Town of Lansing Planning Board grant Final Site Plan Approval to
Michael Moore for the proposed expansion of the existing self-storage warehouse facility known
as 4 Season Storage as shown on the submitted site plan and materials, to consist of an additional
20 +/- storage units (approximately 2,850 square feet of building space), located at 360 Auburn
Road, Lansing, New York and otherwise known as Tax Parcel #28.-1-28.37; subject to the
following conditions:
(1) the existing gravel parking area on the south side of the metal clad building shall not be
extended any closer to the adjacent stream unless an erosion control plan showing appropriate
erosion and sedimentation control measures to be implemented during construction is submitted
for review and approval of the Town Engineer prior to issuance of any building permit; and
(2) the applicant shall provide additional sufficient landscaping on the west side of the site
consisting of native evergreen trees in order to sufficiently buffer the site from the view of the
neighbors, and said additional landscaping shall be to the satisfaction of the Town of Lansing
Planning Department prior to issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy; and
(3) lighting shall be according to the specifications submitted and shall be shielded so as not to
create glare on adjoining properties; and
(4) the current site plan approval is limited solely to the proposed expansion of the storage
facility as shown on the submitted site plan materials, and any further modifications on the site
or facilities shall be subject to additional site plan review by the Planning Board.
(5) Any further Land Development Activity on this site beyond the current proposal shall require
the preparation and submission of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) pursuant to
Town of Lansing Local Law No. 6 of 2009 Stormwater and Erosion Control.
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March 25, 2013
Motion by: Lin Davidson
Seconded by: Al Fiorille
VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
Thomas Ellis - Aye
Lin Davidson - Aye
Gerald Caward - Aye
Al Fiorille – Aye
David Hatfield – Aye
Richard Prybyl – Aye
Larry Sharpsteen - Aye
Subdivision & SEQR Review, 2 New Building Lots, John F. Young, East
Shore Circle, P/O Tax Parcel No. 37.1-7-12.2, R-2 Residential – Moderate
Density Zone
David Rutherford, Agent for Mr. Young appeared before the Board requesting
Subdivision approval. Mr. Young does not intend on being the Developer, he would
like to sell the subdivided lots for resale. A portion of the entire parcel is being farmed
and Mr. Young does not intend on any further subdivision of the land.
Lin Davidson motioned to classify this as a Minor Subdivision. Al Fiorille seconded the
motion and it was carried by the following roll call vote;
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Gerald Caward, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Lin Davidson, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Al Fiorille, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) David Hatfield, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Richard Prybyl, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Larry Sharpsteen, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Thomas Ellis, Member
Public Concerns/Comments
Bonnie Lucas: Inquired as to how large the lots would be. Mr. Rutherford presented a
copy of the Map to Mrs. Lucas showing her that Parcel A area = 0.926 and Parcel B area
= 0.933 .
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Darrell Rhoads: States the Ag. District Form he received is incorrect (#10).The form
should indicate that no further residential lots are proposed at this time.
Darrell Rhoads: Inquired how many more times can he submit for two lot subdivisions?
Thomas Ellis: Advised that any future subdivision on this parcel with be considered a
Major Subdivision which will require Stormwater Prevention, Public Hearings, Major
Roads, etc….
Marge Listar: Concerned with the sight distance on the corner.
Someone from the Public inquired as to how close someone can build to the next parcel.
Lynn Day advised the Public that a home can be built within 10 feet on one side and 15
feet on the other for a total of 25 feet.
Larry Sharpsteen: Stated the Town has the authority to require a full build out plan on
any further proposal.
David Hatfield made a motion to waive the Public Hearing(s) on the SEQR and the
overall Subdivision Application. Larry Sharpsteen seconded the motion and it was
carried by the following roll call vote;
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Gerald Caward, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Lin Davidson, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Al Fiorille, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) David Hatfield, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Abstained) Richard Prybyl, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Larry Sharpsteen, Member
Vote of Planning Board . . . (Aye) Thomas Ellis, Member
Jonathan Kanter and David Herrick discussed the drainage issues with the parcel and
agreed that conditions should be included in the final approval to protect the home
from flooding, future development and neighboring properties.
Due to the nature of the curve in the road, Residents had concerns with future plantings
on the property that could harm someone’s ability to visually see when driving. A
further discussion occurred among the Board Members and they agreed there should be
a “no grow” zone placed on the front of the property setbacks.
The following Resolution was offered;
RESOLUTION PB 13-04
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TOWN OF LANSING PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION OF STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW (SEQR)
NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE PROPOSED
JOHN YOUNG MINOR SUBDIVISION
WHEREAS, an application was made by John Young for subdivision approval for two
new residential building lots on certain land located on East Shore Circle at the
intersection with Teeter Road, Lansing, New York and otherwise known as P/O Tax
Parcel #37.1-7-12.2, consisting of a total of 28.3 +/- acres, R-2 Residential – Moderate
Density Zone; and
WHEREAS, the proposed subdivision, shown on a “Survey Map Showing Portion of
Lands of John F. Young, Susan M. Barnett, James R. Young, and Julie Young, Located on
East Shore Circle, Town of Lansing, Tompkins County, New York,” dated 10/3/2012,
would consist of Parcel A (0.926 +/- acres) and Parcel B (0.933 +/- acres), with the
remaining parcel to include 26.4 +/- acres; and
WHEREAS, this proposed action is an Unlisted Action for which the Town of Lansing
Planning Board is an involved agency for the purposes of environmental review; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing Planning Board, in performing its independent and
uncoordinated environmental review in accordance with Article 8 of the New York
State Environmental Conservation Law - the State Environmental Quality Review Act
(“SEQR”), (i) pursued its thorough review of the applicant’s completed Environmental
Assessment Form Part I, and any and all other documents prepared and submitted
with respect to this proposed action and its environmental review, and (ii) thoroughly
analyzed the potential relevant areas of environmental concern of the project to
determine if the proposed action may have a significant adverse impact on the
environment, including the criteria identified in 6 NYCRR Section 617.7(c), and (iii)
reviewed and completed the EAF, Part II on the record;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
The Town of Lansing Planning Board, based upon (i) its thorough review of the
EAF, Part I, and any and all other documents prepared and submitted with respect to
this proposed action and its environmental review, (ii) its thorough review of the
potential relevant areas of environmental concern of the proposed pr oject to determine
if the proposed action may have a significant adverse impact on the environment,
including the criteria identified in 6 NYCRR Section 617.7(c), and (iii) its completion of
the EAF, Part II (and, if applicable, Part III), including the findings noted thereon
(which findings are incorporated herein as if set forth at length), hereby makes a
negative determination of environmental significance (“NEGATIVE
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DECLARATION”) in accordance with SEQR for the above referenced proposed action,
and determines that an Environmental Impact Statement will not be required.
Dated: March 25, 2013
Motion by: Lin Davidson
Seconded by: David Hatfield
VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
Thomas Ellis - Aye
Lin Davidson - Aye
Gerald Caward - Aye
Al Fiorille – Aye
David Hatfield – Aye
Richard Prybyl – Aye
Larry Sharpsteen - Aye
RESOLUTION PB 13-05
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LANSING PLANNING BOARD
APPROVING WITH CONDITIONS
JOHN YOUNG MINOR SUBDIVISION, EAST SHORE CIRCLE
WHEREAS, an application was made by John Young for subdivision approval for two new
residential building lots on certain land located on East Shore Circle at the intersection with
Teeter Road, Lansing, New York and otherwise known as P/O Tax Parcel #37.1-7-12.2,
consisting of a total of 28.3 +/- acres, R-2 Residential – Moderate Density Zone; and
WHEREAS, the proposed subdivision, shown on a “Survey Map Showing Portion of Lands of
John F. Young, Susan M. Barnett, James R. Young, and Julie Young, Located on East Shore
Circle, Town of Lansing, Tompkins Count y, New York,” dated 10/3/2012, would consist of
Parcel A (0.926 +/- acres) and Parcel B (0.933 +/- acres), with the remaining parcel to include
26.4 +/- acres; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board has considered and carefully reviewed the requirements of the
Town’s Laws relative to subdivisions and the unique needs of the Town due to the topography,
the soil types and distributions, and other natural and man-made features upon and surrounding
the area of the proposed Subdivision, and the Town has also considered the Town’s
Comprehensive Plan and compliance therewith; and
WHEREAS, on March 25, 2013, the Planning Board determined that the proposed subdivision
meets the definition and requirements for a minor subdivision in that the subdivision of this
parcel involves 4 or less lots in any consecutive 3 year period, and there are no roads or
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infrastructure proposed to be developed, and based on that determination, the Planning Board
classified the subject proposal as a minor subdivision, pursuant to the provisions of Article 5,
Section 502.C of the Subdivision Regulations of the Town of Lansing, enacted as Town of
Lansing Local Law No. 2 of 2008; and
WHEREAS, this is an Unlisted Action under the State Environmental Quality Review Act
which requires environmental review; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing Planning Board is an involved agency pursuant to State Law
governing local environmental review; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing Planning Board has the primary responsibility for approving
or carrying out the action and is conducting an uncoordinated environmental review of this
action pursuant to State Law governing local environmental review; and
WHEREAS, this action is exempt from the General Municipal Law County Planning referral
requirements of 239-l, 239-m, and 239-n (of Article 12-B) through an Inter-governmental
Agreement between the Tompkins County Planning Department and the Town of Lansing, dated
December 17, 2003, as “residential subdivisions of fewer than 5 lots all of which comply with
local zoning standards and Tompkins County Sanitary Code requirements, and do not involve
new local roads or streets directly accessing a State or county road” are excluded from the
General Municipal Law referral requirements; and
WHEREAS, on March 25, 2013, the Planning Board reviewed and considered the
aforementioned subdivision application in the Lansing Town Hall, 29 Auburn Road, Lansing,
New York 14882 and resolved to waive public hearings on the subdivision application and on
the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) review on this action; and
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WHEREAS, on March 25, 2013, this Board, acting on an uncoordinated environmental review
of the proposed action, reviewed and accepted as adequate a Short Environmental Assessment
Form (‘EAF”) Part I, submitted by the Applicant, the comments (if any) of the Town Engineer,
and other application materials, and the Town of Lansing Planning Board completed Part II of
the EAF; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution adopted on March 25, 2013, the Town of Lansing Planning Board
has determined that, pursuant to the provisions of the State Environmental Quality Review Act,
the proposed subdivision will result in no significant impact on the environment and has issued a
Negative Declaration of environmental significance for purposes of Article 8 of the
Environmental Conservation Law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board has duly considered the proposed subdivision in accordance
with the provisions of the Subdivision Regulations of the Town of Lansing including existing
development in the surrounding area, public facilities and services available, the Town’s
Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Ordinance, site characteristics and issues, and any potential
on and off site environmental impacts; and
WHEREAS, upon due consideration and deliberation by the Town of Lansing Planning Board,
now therefore be it
RESOLVED: that the Town of Lansing Planning Board grant Approval of the Application for a
minor two lot residential subdivision of certain land located on East Shore Circle at the
intersection with Teeter Road, Lansing, New York and otherwise known as P/O Tax Parcel
#37.1-7-12.2, consisting of a total of 28.3 +/- acres, as shown on a “Survey Map Showing
Portion of Lands of John F. Young, Susan M. Barnett, James R. Young, and Julie Young,
Located on East Shore Circle, Town of Lansing, Tompkins County, New York,” dated
10/3/2012, consisting of Parcel A (0.926 +/- acres) and Parcel B (0.933 +/- acres), with the
remaining parcel to include 26.4 +/- acres; subject to the following conditions prior to the
issuance of any building permits on any of the subdivided parcels:
(1) signing of the approved subdivision plat by the Planning Board Chair and filing of the signed
plat in the Tompkins County Clerk’s Office, followed by provision of proof of such filing with
the Town of Lansing Code Enforcement Office;
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(2) obtaining the necessary curb-cut/work permits from the Town of Lansing Highway
Department for any driveways connecting with East Shore Circle and for any culverts that are to
be installed in conjunction with such driveways; and
(3) obtaining approval from the Tompkins County Health Department for the installation of any
septic systems on the approved lots; and
(4) submission of a plot plan for each approved lot for approval by the Code Enforcement
Officer showing the proposed layout and dimensions of any proposed buildings, driveways, and
other improvements, as well as a drainage plan with details sufficient to demonstrate that
adequate drainage facilities can be provided to protect houses from flooding, standing water, or
other potential drainage problems; and
(5) no plantings other than lawn shall be permitted within the front yard setback area of Parcel A
or Parcel B (i.e., within 30 feet of the road right-of-way) so that visibility along the curve of the
road is not restricted.
March 25, 2013
Motion by: Gerald Caward
Seconded by: Lin Davidson
VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
Thomas Ellis - Aye
Lin Davidson - Aye
Gerald Caward, Jr. - Aye
Al Fiorille – Aye
David Hatfield – Aye
Richard Prybyl – Aye
Larry Sharpsteen - Aye
Informal Presentation by Cargill Deicing Technology Regarding
Proposed New Shaft and Related Facilities at North End of Cayuga Salt
Mine, 1001 Ridge Rd. (State Rt. 34B), Tax Parcel No. 23.-1-6.2, RA Rural
Agricultural Zone
Russ Givens, Plant Manager at the Cayuga Salt Mine gave the following concept stage
presentation;
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Chairman Ellis advised the audience when the time comes, Cargill will be required to
come before the Planning Board for the Town’s Site Plan Review process. Property
owners within 600’ will be notified of the Meeting date and time and will have the
opportunity to voice their concerns. The Planning Board will consider neighbor
concerns in their final review.
Jon Kanter distributed an upcoming Planning Board action item list;
Kirkway Farms expansion
Lansing Community Library – Subdivision
Grantchester Youth Soccer Field Modifications – Special Permit
Cayuga Farm Townhomes- Update
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Code Revision discussions
Draft Sign Local Law for PB Members to review and comment
Jon Kanter & Kathy Miller advised the Members that a joint Meeting between the Town
and Village of Lansing will take place on April 29, 2013 at 6:00 PM in the Town Hall.
Planning Board Members were encouraged to attend.
Richard Prybyl made a motion to adjourn the Meeting at 9:10 PM. Lin Davidson
seconded.
VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
Thomas Ellis - Aye
Lin Davidson - Aye
Gerald Caward - Aye
Al Fiorille – Aye
David Hatfield – Aye
Richard Prybyl – Aye
Larry Sharpsteen - Aye