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Public & Legal Notices, 2007
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Conservation Commission
Posted: December 30, 2007
Agenda for Jan. 2, 2007 (Wed) meeting @ 5PMSeating of Alternates
Minutes Dec. 4, 2007
Election of Officers
Referrals or new projects (Stop in Land Use and Review Applications)
*Review other commission minutes
Scenic Road Designation for RT 202 - progress report
Subcommittee Reports:
" Cell Tower Update - Diane Dupuis
" Scenic Road - Joe Gitterman
o Current/ Pending Proposals
" Archaeological Resources Protection - Susan Payne
o Nothing in the Zoning Regs; create recommendation for Zoning
" Open Space Committee
" Ridgeline Protection- Linda Frank
" Greenway - Keith Templeton is the new chairman
" Management and Monitoring of Town properties - Linda Frank
" Water Resources Monitoring and Protection- Phil MarkertDrought Management, Water Resources and Aquifer Protection - Markert (Will look up measurements done previously)
Traffic & Rural Character - Phil Markert
Top Priorities for Action from TPOCD -
" Are the Town's land use regulations working to meet the TPOCD goals?Other Business
Commission Goals for 2007: (Do we want to revise this list????)
" Route 202 Enhancement
" Key properties/areas of Town to conserve/permanently protect
" Strategies for Land Preservation
o TDR's (Transfer of Development Rights) - Kelly Boling
o Municipal Tax Abatement for Conservation Easements - Dan Sherr
o Conservation or Cluster Development - to be researched
" Info from various towns has been collected for review
Planning Commission
Posted: December 29, 2007 AGENDA
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, January 2, 20087:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARING
7:30 p.m. - Klein-Cannizzaro/285 West Shore Road/2 Lot SubdivisionREGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Public Hearing - Regular Meeting - 12/4/07
B. Site Inspections/Bowles and Whittlesey Road - 12/15/07
C. Site Inspection/Klein-Cannizzaro - 12/29/07III. Motion to Include Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
IV. Pending Applications
A. Klein-Cannizzaro/285 West Shore Road/2 Lot Subdivision
B. Bowles/52 Carmel Hill Road/2 Lot SubdivisionV. New Applications
VI. Other Business
A. Scenic Road Designation Application/Whittlesey Road
B. Revision of the Subdivision Regulations
C. Procedures and Template for Conservation Easements
D. Implementation Plan/FEMA Mapping
VII. Communications
A. Reminder: Joint Zoning-Planning Meeting: 1/7/08 at approx. 8:30 p.m.VIII. Public Comment
IX. Adjournment
Dated 12/28/07
By: Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Board of Selectmen
Posted: December 27, 2007
AGENDA
December 27, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes:
" Minutes of the December 13, 2007 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen and the December 19, 2007 Emergency Meeting of the Board of Selectmen.
3. Communications
4. Appointments/Resignations:
" Resignation of John Potter as an alternate member of the Inland Wetlands Commission.
" Appointment of Roger Bohan as an alternate member of the Inland Wetlands Commission until 6/30/10.
" Reappointment of Philip Markert and Linda Frank as regular members of the Conservation Commission until 1/1/11.
" Reappointment of Elizabeth Corrigan as an alternate member of the Conservation Commission until 1/1/11.
" Reappointment of Peter Talbot as a regular member of the Historic District Commission until 1/1/13.
" Reappointment of Phyllis J. Mills as an alternate member of the Historic District Commission until 1/1/11.
" Reappointment of F. Donald Brighman and Lisabeth D. Adams to the Housing Commission until 1/1/11.
" Reappointment of Joan Gauthey, Holly Haas and Joe Fredlund to the Parks and Recreation Commission until 1/1/11.
" Reappointment of J. Winston Fowlkes III as an alternate member of the Planning Commission.
" Reappointment of Patrick Kessler as a full-time constable until 12/31/09.
" Reappointment of John Wyshynski and Thomas J. Accousti as part-time constables until 12/31/09.
5. First Selectman's Report
" WPS Lease Update
6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
" Washington Volunteer Fire Department - Truck #7
8. Visitors
9. Adjournment
Posted: December 22, 2007 Planning and Zoning Commissions
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
To: Sheila Anson, Town Clerk
From: Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Re: Scheduling of Special MeetingThere will be a Special Meeting held on Monday, January 7, 2008 to conduct the following business:
7:30 p.m. Zoning Commission
Agenda:
a) Public Hearing: Consideration of the Special Permit application: Section 4.4.10 submitted by Rumsey Hall School to construct a dormitory and hockey rink at 184 Romford Road
b) Possible vote on above referenced Rumsey Hall School Special Permit application8:30 p.m. Planning and Zoning Commissions
Agenda:
Joint meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commissions to discuss relevant topics such as implementation of the Plan of Conservation and Development and Depot Study, recent revisions to the Washington Zoning Regulations, accessory apartments, housing, etc.Dated 12/21/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Legal Notice
Posted: December 22, 2007 The WASHINGTON ZONING COMMISSION has scheduled the following public hearing on Monday, January 7, 2008 in the Land Use Meeting Room, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct. to consider the following:
7:30 p.m. - Rumsey Hall School/184 Romford Road/Special Permit: Section 4.4.10/Construct Dormitory and Hockey Rink
At this hearing interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. The application is on file in the Land Use Office, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct.
Dated 12/21/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: December 22, 2007 At its regular meeting held on December 12, 2007 the Washington Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-52 submitted by Mr. Barnet to reconstruct the barn at 32 Sabbaday Lane with conditions.
FOUND NO APPARENT WETLANDS IMPACTS: Application #IW-07-65 submitted by BEC Holdings for the feasibility of a first cut at 204 Wykeham Road with condition.
FOUND NO APPARENT WETLANDS IMPACTS: Application #IW-07-66 submitted by Mrs. Klein and Ms. Cannizzaro for the feasibility of a 2 lot subdivision at 285 West Shore Road with conditions.
APPROVED: Revision of Permit #IW-06-30 issued to Mr. Coville to include the construction of a rear deck and stairs, driveway reconfiguration, and front wall at 14 Wheaton Road.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-64 submitted by Lautier for thinning of trees, erosion controls, and planting at 56 June Road.
APPROVED: To keep in effect the 12/4/07 enforcement order issued to Mr. Lodsin for unauthorized excavation at 78 Litchfield Turnpike.
Dated 12/21/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: December 21, 2007 At A Public Hearing on December 20, 2007 the WASHINGTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS took the following actions:
APPROVED: ZBA-0721 Request of Steven Shapiro, 50 Turner Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations to move a generator.
APPROVED: ZBA-0726 Request of Steven J. Colville, 14 Wheaton Road, application for variance from Zoning Regulations 11.6.1 (setback), 12.1.1 (watercourse setback) and 17.4a (increasing nonconformity) for back porch with steps, front stonewall with steps and a/c units.
APPROVED: ZBA-0727 Request of Rumsey Hall School, 184/201 Romford Road, application for variance from Zoning Regulations 11.5.1c (lot coverage) for a hockey rink and new dormitory.
Pamela L. Osborne
ZBA Secretary
TO: Sheila Anson, Town Clerk
Posted: December 19, 2007
FROM: Kathy Gollow, Selectman’s Assistant
DATE: 12-19-2007RE: Board of Selectmen – Emergency Meeting
The Board of Selectmen will hold an emergency meeting today, Wednesday, December 19th, 2007 at 10 a.m. to issue a Warning for a Special Town Meeting to beheld December 27, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. to consider and act upon entering into a 20-year lease agreement between the Town and Regional School District #12 for the Washington Primary School building.
Dated at Washington, Connecticut this 19th day of December, 2007.
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: December 18, 2007 Per Section 8-26 of the CGS, the Washington Planning Commission has scheduled a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 in the Land Use Meeting Room, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct. to consider the following application:
Klein-Cannizzaro/285 West Shore Road/2 Lot Subdivision
At this hearing interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. The application is on file in the Land Use Office, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct.
Dated 12/17/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
TOWN OF WASHINGTON
Posted: December 17, 2007
TAX COLLECTOR'S NOTICENOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE SECOND INSTALLMENT OF TAXES ON THE GRAND LIST OF OCTOBER 1, 2006 ARE DUE AND PAYABLE ON JANUARY 1, 2008. THE LAST DAY ON WHICH TO PAY WITHOUT PENALTY IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2008. TAXES ARE DUE AT THE FOLLOWING MILL RATE: TWELVE AND ONE HALF (12.5).
LATE PAYMENTS WILL BE SUBJECT TO INTEREST PENALTY AT THE RATE OF ONE AND ONE HALF PERCENT PER MONTH OR FRACTION THEREOF, (18 PERCENT PER ANNUM), FROM THE DUE DATE OF THE TAX (JANUARY 1, 2008), AS REQUIRED BY CONN. GEN. STAT. 12-130, 145 AND 146.
PAYMENTS RECEIVED FEBRUARY 2, 2008 AND LATER, INCLUDING PAYMENTS POSTMARKED FEBRUARY 2 AND LATER, ARE CONSIDERED PAST DUE. THE MINIMUM INTEREST CHARGE IS $2 ON EACH TAX BILL (THE MINIMUM INTEREST APPLIES TO BILLS IN THE AMOUNT OF 66.50 AND UNDER). THE FEE FOR RETURNED CHECKS IS $20 PLUS POSTAGE.
THE SECOND INSTALLMENT OF REAL ESTATE AND PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX BILLS IN EXCESS OF $100, ARE CURRENTLY DUE. MOTOR VEHICLE SUPPLEMENTAL TAX BILLS, AND ALL OTHER BILLS LESS THAN $100, ARE CURRENTLY DUE IN A SINGLE INSTALLMENT.
AS OWNERS OF PROPERTY, TAXPAYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO SEE THAT TAXES ARE PAID WHEN DUE. FAILURE TO HAVE RECEIVED A BILL DOES NOT EXEMPT THE TAXPAYER FROM PAYMENT OF ALL TAXES AND ALL INTEREST CHARGES AND COLLECTION COSTS, AS PER CONN. GEN. STAT. 12-130 AND 12-146. INTEREST IS CHARGED ON ALL LATE PAYMENTS. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY.
WHEN PAYING IN PERSON: BRING YOUR BILL(S) WITH YOU. BILLS MAY BE PAID AT THE TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE IN BRYAN MEMORIAL TOWN HALL FROM 9:00 A.M. TO NOON AND 1:00 P.M. TO 4:45 P.M. MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. SPECIAL HOURS: SATURDAY JANUARY 26, 2008 FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 P.M.
WHETHER PAYING BY MAIL OR IN PERSON PLEASE INCLUDE THE APPROPRIATE PORTION OF YOUR TAX BILL(S) WITH YOUR PAYMENT. PAYMENTS ARE MAILED TO WASHINGTON TAX COLLECTOR, P.O. BOX 383, WASHINGTON DEPOT, CT 06794. FOR A RETURN RECEIPT PLEASE ENCLOSE A SELF-ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE WITH YOU PAYMENT AND COUPON.
THE TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE MAKES EVERY EFFORT TO SHOW ALL YOUR PAST DUE ACCOUNTS, IF ANY, ON A STATEMENT INCLUDED WITH YOUR NEW BILLS. ANY PAST DUE TAXES MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE PAYMENT ON CURRENT BILLS CAN BE ACCEPTED. ANY PAYMENT YOU REMIT WILL BE APPLIED TO PAST DUE TAXES AND INTEREST CHARGES FIRST.
IF REAL ESTATE TAXES REMAIN UNPAID AS OF MAY 31, 2008, TAX LIENS WILL BE APPLIED IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE STATUTE. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A BILL FOR TAXES OWED BY THE FIRST WEEK IN JULY, PLEASE CONTACT THE TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE IMMEDIATELY. IF MOTOR VEHICLE TAXES REMAIN UNPAID, YOU WILL BE UNABLE TO RENEW VEHICLE REGISTRATIONS WITH THE CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES, PER CONN. GEN. STAT. 14-33. PAST DUE MOTOR VEHICLE TAXES MUST BE PAID IN FULL BY CASH, CASHIERS' CHECK OR MONEY ORDER IN ORDER TO RECEIVE IMMEDIATE DMV CLEARANCE. ALL OUTSTANDING VEHICLE TAXES IN YOUR NAME, INCLUDING TAXES NOT YET DELINQUENT, MUST BE PAID IN FULL IN ORDER FOR A RELEASE TO BE ISSUED.
IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A TAX BILL YOU ARE SUPPOSED TO PAY, OR IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE BILL YOU RECEIVED, PLEASE CALL THE TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE AT (860) 868-7796 OR FAX YOUR CORRESPONDENCE TO (860) 868-3103 OR EMAIL AT TAX@WASHINGTONCT.ORG.
Tanya J. Wescott, CCMC
Tax Collector
AGENDA
Posted: December 16, 2007
Board of Finance Meeting
December 17, 2007
5:00 p.m.1. Call to Order
2. Minutes: November, 2007
3. Treasurer's Report
4. Tax Collector's Report
5. Financial Reports
" Motion to reappropriate certain 2006-07 Ex-Budget Appropriations
" Review of 2006-07 Income and Expense.6. Old Business:
" Report on School Building Construction.7. New Business:
" Alternate's position.8. Adjournment
Zoning Commission
Posted: December 15, 2007 AGENDA
Public Hearing - Regular Meeting
Monday, December 17, 20077:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARING
Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Sections 13.11.1, 13.11.2, 13.11.3 to permit only one accessory apartment per property/Con't.
REGULAR MEETINGI. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 11/26/07III. New Applications
A. Rumsey Hall School/184 Romford Road/Special Permit: Section 4.4.10/Two Dormitories and Hockey Rink
B. Myfield, LLC./7 Mygatt Road/Application for Multifamily Housing-Affordable Housing Pursuant to CGS 8-30(g)
C. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Special Permit: Section 13.16/Shop and Storage Use by Contractors and Building Tradesmen
D. Carusillo/204 Wykeham Road/First CutV. Other Business
A. Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Accessory Apartments
B. Possible Revision of Regulations/Section 13.9/InnsVI. Privilege of the Floor
VII. Communications
A. Reminder: Special Meeting w/Planning on 1/7/08, 8:30 pmVIII.Enforcement
A. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Shop and Storage UseIX. Adjournment
Dated 12/14/07 By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Board of Selectmen
Posted: December 13, 2007
AGENDA
December 13, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
" Minutes of the November 29, 20073. Communications
" Planning Commission letter4. Appointments/Resignations
" Inland Wetlands Alternate vacancy-Susan Jahnke & Roger Bohan candidates
" Review of vacancies on Planning and Historic District Commissions5. First Selectman's Report
" Rental of upstairs space by a resident
" Primary School lease negotiations
" Other6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
" 2008 Board of Selectmen Meeting Dates and time8. Visitors
" Sheila Anson - grant application9. Adjournment
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION - personnel discussion
11. Adjournment
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: December 12, 2007 At its regular meeting held on November 28, 2007 the Washington Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: Revision of Permit #IW-07-60 submitted by Mr. Hackney and Ms. Holiman to include an underground conduit at 125 West Shore Road.
APPROVED: Revision of Permit #IW-07-47 submitted by Mr. Renick to include concrete footings for the retaining wall at 12 Green Hill Road.
By Janet M. Hill
Land Use Coordinator
WASHINGTON HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
Posted: December 11, 2007 AGENDA
Public Hearing - Regular Meeting
December 17, 20077:30PM Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARING
7:30PM:
White /6 Parsonage Lane /Extend Certificate of Appropriateness to build garage/studio addition.REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Pending Business
A. White /6 Parsonage Lane /Extend Certificate of Appropriateness to build garage/studio addition.III. Consideration of the Minutes
11/13/07IV. Other Business
A. Possible discussion /10 Sunny Ridge Road
B. Mostajo & Schein /2 Wykeham Road /Discuss alterations.
C. Canning /119 Calhoun Street /easement.
D. HDC calendar for 2008.V. Adjournment
Dated December 6, 2007,
Martha T. Shade, Clerk
Inland Wetlands Commission
Posted: December 10, 2007 AGENDA
Regular Meeting
December 12, 2007
6:45 p.m. Land Use Meeting RoomSHOW CAUSE HEARING
Lodsin/78 Litchfield Turnpike/#IW-07-V12Unauthorized Excavation in WetlandsREGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members / AlternatesII. Motion to Add Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
III. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 11/28/07
B. Site Inspection/12/4/07/Potter
C. Site Inspection/12/4/07/Reinhardt-CremonaIV. Pending Applications
A Barnet/32 Sabbaday Lane/#IW-07-52/Reconstruct Barn
B. Getnick/237 West Shore Road/#IW-07-62/Repair Stonewall
C. Madoff//241 West Shore Road/#IW-07-63/Repair Stonewall
D. Lautier/56 June Road/#IW-07-64/Thinning, Erosion Controls, PlantingV. New Applications
A. BEC Holdings/204 Wykeham Road/#IW-07-65/First Cut
B. Klein-Cannizzaro/285 West Shore Road/#IW-07-66/2 Lot SubdivisionVI. Enforcement
A. Report
B. Carter/292 Walker Brook Road (141 Shinar Mountain Road)/#IW-04-V8/Repair of Retaining Wall
C. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Filling, Clear Cutting
D. Wright/59 Scofield Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Filling, and Soil Disturbance
E. Steep Rock Assn./River Road/Clearing of "McKennee" field
F. Reinhardt and Cremona/Perkins Road/Execution of Approved Restoration Plan
G. DiBenedetto/212-214/Calhoun Street/Restoration of Understory
H Rubler/240 Wykeham Road/Clearing and Driveway Washout
I. Fowler/138 Nichols Hill Road/#IW-05-58/Remediation Per Order
J Andersson/34-45 Gunn Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Trenching in Wetlands
K. Brown/127 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Work along Shore Line
L. Jankco/11 June Road/Excavation, Build Steps/#IW-07-V9
M Mello/183 Woodbury Road/Unauthorized Bridge-Culvert Work in Brook/#IW-07-V11
N. Lodsin/78 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Excavation/#IW-07-V12
P.Peloquin/1 New Preston Hill Road/#IW-07-V13/Unauthorized Clearcutting, Excavation, Stonework
Q. Action Taken by Wetlands AgentVII. Other Business
A. Potter/Sunny Ridge and Hinkle Roads/Lot Line Revisions
B. Revision of By-Laws
1. 3 affirmative votes required to take action
2. Removal of member for non participation
B. Revision of Ordinance #711
C. Revision of Ordinance #720VIII. Communications
IX. Adjournment
Dated 12/10/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
REGULAR MEETING
Posted: December 9, 2007 WASHINGTON HOUSING COMMISSION
Monday, December 10, 2007
5:00pm - Bryan Town Hall - Land Use RoomAGENDA
I. Call to Order
II. Minutes of October 15, 2007 Meeting
III. Inclusion of Items Not on Agenda
IV. Visitors
A. Myfield, LLC
B. Stephen Kiss - WVCV. Updates
A. Senior Housing Visit to Woodbury
B. Zoning Commission / Accessory Apartments
C. Re-appointment of Commission Members
D. Approve Meeting Dates for 2008
E. LISC - Housing Connections of CTVI. Long Range Housing Plan
A. Discussion of Overall Outline
- Define Purpose
B. Evaluate current status
- Where are we with affordable/moderate/senior housing today?
C. Investigate the past (local data)
- How did we get to this point?
D. Lead the way forward
- Where do we go from here (and Why)?VII. Adjourn
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: December 7, 2007 The WASHINGTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS will hold Public Hearings on Thursday December 20, 2007 at 7:30pm. in the Land Use Room, 2 Bryan Plaza, Washington, CT in re the following:
ZBA-0721 Continued Request of Steven Shapiro, 50 Turner Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations to move a generator.
ZBA-0725 Request of Louise King, 1 Sabbaday Lane, application for variance from Zoning Regulations 11.6.1b (setback) and 17.4b (increasing nonconformity) to add second floor to existing garage.
ZBA-0726 Request of Steven J. Colville, 14 Wheaton Road, application for variance from Zoning Regulations 11.6.1 (setback), 12.1.1 (watercourse setback) and 17.4a (increasing nonconformity) for back porch with steps, front stonewall with steps and a/c units.
ZBA-0727 Request of Rumsey Hall School, 184/201 Romford Road, application for variance from Zoning Regulations 11.5.1c (lot coverage) for a hockey rink and new dormitory.
At the Hearings interested parties will be heard and written communications received. Immediately following each Hearing, the board will meet to discuss and decide the applications, which are available for public review in the Land Use Office, Town Hall.
Pamela L. Osborne, ZBA Secretary
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: December 6, 2007 The WASHINGTON HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION will conduct a Public Hearing in the Land Use Meeting Room, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, CT on Monday, December 17, 2007, at 7:30PM to consider the following application for a Certificate of Appropriateness:
White /6 Parsonage Lane /Extend Certificate of Appropriateness to build garage/studio addition.
At this Hearing interested persons may appear and written communications will be received. The applications are on file in the Land Use Office, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, CT.
Dated December 6, 2007,
Martha T. Shade, Clerk
A referendum is scheduled for Tuesday, December 18, 2007, in Regional School District #12's three towns regarding appropriating $1,550,000 for costs of design, construction and installation of various improvements to Shepaug Valley Middle/High School, and authorize the issue of bonds and temporary notes in the same amount to finance the appropriation. The question to be placed on the voting machines shall read as follows:
Posted: December 4, 2007
SHALL REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NUMBER 12 APPROPRIATE $1,550,000 FOR COSTS OF DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF VARIOUS IMPROVEMENTS TO THE SHEPAUG VALLEY MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL, AND AUTHORIZE THE ISSUE OF BONDS AND TEMPORARY NOTES IN THE SAME AMOUNT TO FINANCE THE APPROPRIATION?Residents unable to vote at the Referendum may request Absentee Ballots from the Town Clerk's office.
See the Region 12 web site for additional information.
Planning Commission
Posted: December 1, 2007 AGENDA
Regular Meeting
December 4, 20077:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Public Hearing - Regular Meeting - 11/7/07III. Motion to Include Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
IV. Pending Applications
A. Klein-Cannizzaro/285 West Shore Road/2 Lot SubdivisionV. New Applications
A. Bowles/52 Carmel Hill Road/2 Lot SubdivisionVI. Other Business
A. Scenic Road Designation Application/Whittlesey Road
B. Revision of the Subdivision Regulations
C. Implementation Plan of Development, Depot Study
D. Procedures for Conservation EasementsVII. Communications
VIII. Public Comment
IX. Adjournment
Dated 11/30/07
By: Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Board of Selectmen
Posted: November 29, 2007
AGENDA
November 29, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
" Minutes of the November 15, 2007 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen3. Communications
4. Appointments/Resignations:
" Stephen Wadelton - Inland Wetlands Alternate until 6/30/095. First Selectman's Report:
" Boat Launch Update
" Miscellaneous6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
" Mailbox and Winter Operations Policies-Highway Department8. Visitors
" Valerie Andersen - Shepaug School Improvement Project
" Sheila Anson - Grant application9. Adjournment
10. EXECUTIVE SESSION - Personnel Discussion
11. Adjournment
Posted: November 28, 2007
Inland Wetlands CommissionAGENDA
Regular Meeting
November 28, 2007
7:00 p.m. Land Use Meeting RoomREGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members / AlternatesII. Motion to Add Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
III. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 11/14/07
B. Site Inspection/Getnick/11/20/07
C. Site Inspection/Madoff/11/20/07
D. Site Inspection/Lodsin/11/26/07IV. Pending Applications
A Barnet/32 Sabbaday Lane/#IW-07-52/Reconstruct Barn
B. Getnick/237 West Shore Road/#IW-07-62/Repair Stonewall
C. Madoff//241 West Shore Road/#IW-07-63/Repair StonewallV. New Applications
A. Lautier/56 June Road/#IW-070VI. Enforcement
A. Report
B. Carter/292 Walker Brook Road (141 Shinar Mountain Road)/#IW-04-V8/Repair of
Retaining Wall
C. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Filling, Clear Cutting
D. Wright/59 Scofield Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Filling, and Soil Disturbance
E. Steep Rock Assn./River Road/Clearing of "McKennee" field
F. Reinhardt and Cremona/Perkins Road/Execution of Approved Restoration Plan
G. DiBenedetto/212-214/Calhoun Street/Restoration of Understory
H Rubler/240 Wykeham Road/Clearing and Driveway Washout
I. Fowler/138 Nichols Hill Road/#IW-05-58/Remediation Per Order
J Andersson/34-45 Gunn Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Trenching in Wetlands
K. Brown/127 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Work along Shore Line
L. Drakeley/59 River Road/Unauthorized Clearing/#IW-07-V1
M. Jankco/11 June Road/Excavation, Build Steps/#IW-07-V9
N. Mello/183 Woodbury Road/Unauthorized Bridge-Culvert Work in Brook/#IW-07-V11
O. Lodsin/78 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Excavation/#IW-07-V12
P. Action Taken by Wetlands AgentVII. Other Business
A. Hackney-Holiman/125 West Shore Road/Request to Revise Permit #IW-07-60/Buried Conduit
B. Revision of By-Laws
1. 3 affirmative votes required to take action
2. Removal of member for non participation
B. Fine Schedule/Revision of Ordinance #711VIII. Communications
IX. Adjournment
Dated 11/26/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
[Received by webmaster 11/27/07]
Posted: November 27, 2007 Conservation Commission
Agenda for Dec. 4, 2007 (Tuesday) meeting @ 5PMMinutes Nov. 7, 2007
Referrals or new projects (Stop in Land Use and Review Applications)
Walker Brook Subdivision (New Milford) Update
Scenic Road Designation for RT 202 - progress report
Report on Nov. 26 Zoning Commission meeting
Report on Dec 1 "Logjam" Workshop sponsored by NW Conservation District - Payne
Subcommittee Reports:
Cell Tower Update - Diane Dupuis Scenic Road - Joe Gitterman o Current/ Pending Proposals
Archaeological Resources Protection - Susan Payne o Nothing in the Zoning Regs; create recommendation for Zoning
Open Space Committee Ridgeline Protection- Linda Frank Greenway - Keith Templeton is the new chairman Management and Monitoring of Town properties - Linda Frank Water Resources Monitoring and Protection- Phil Markert Drought Management, Water Resources and Aquifer Protection - Markert (Will look up measurements done previously)
Traffic & Rural Character - Phil Markert
Top Priorities for Action from TPOCD -
Are the Town's land use regulations working to meet the TPOCD goals? Other Business
Commission Goals for 2007:
Route 202 Enhancement Key properties/areas of Town to conserve/permanently protect Strategies for Land Preservation o TDR's (Transfer of Development Rights) - Kelly Boling
o Municipal Tax Abatement for Conservation Easements - Dan Sherr
o Conservation or Cluster Development - to be researched
Info from various towns has been collected for review
Zoning Commission
Posted: November 26, 2007 AGENDA
Public Hearing - Regular Meeting
Monday, November 26, 20077:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Devereux-Glenholme School/81 Sabbaday Lane/Special Permit: Section 4.4.10/Construct Theatre Addition, Horse Barn
Immediately following:
Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Sections 13.11.1, 13.11.2, 13.11.3 to permit only one accessory apartment per property
Immediately following:
Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Sections 11.6.4, 12.16, 21.1.12, 21.1.28, 21.1.65, 21.1.68 to provide non binding guidelines for fences and walls, to update and clarify the definitions of Building, Structure, Fence, and Wall, to distinguish between open, semi open, and closed fences, to specify the method for measuring the height of a fence or wall, to change the setback requirements for fences and walls depending on whether they are open, semi open, or closed
Immediately following:
Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Sections 6.6.14, 6.6.15, 6.6.16, to define non conforming docks and to specify how their surface area shall be measured and under what circumstances they may be enlarged
REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, Alternates
II. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 10/22/07
III. Pending Applications
A. Devereux Glenholme School/81 Sabbaday Lane/Special Permit: Section 4.4.10/Theatre Addition, Horse Barn
IV. New Applications
A. Rumsey Hall School/184 Romford Road/Special Permit: Section 4.4.10/Two Dormitories and Hockey Rink
V. Other Business
A. Myfield, LLC./7 Mygatt Road/Request to Revise Approved Site Plan
B. Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Accessory Apartments
C. Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Fences and Walls
D. Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Non Conforming Docks
E. Possible Revision of Regulations/Section 13.9/Inns
VI. Privilege of the Floor
VII. Communications
A. Approval of 2008 Calendar
VIII.Enforcement
A. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Shop and Storage Use
B. Sign Violations
IX. AdjournmentDated 11/21/07
[Received by webmaster 11/26/07]
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: November 25, 2007 At its regular meeting held on November 14, 2007 the Washington Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-56 submitted by the Washington Club, Inc. to dredge the pond at 8 Golf Course Road.
Dated 11/21/07
By Janet M. Hill
Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: November 18, 2007 At its regular meeting held on November 14, 2007 the Washington Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-54 submitted by Ms. Fisher for landscaping and planting at 66 Calhoun Street.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-55 submitted by Mr. Adams for a hedge, fence, and stonewall at 233 West Shore Road with condition.
APPROVED: The request by Myfield, LLC. to revise Permit #IW-05-54 to change the approved site development plan for the affordable housing project at 7 Mygatt Road.
APPROVED: To keep in effect the enforcement order issued on 11/05/07 to Mr. Brown for an unauthorized stonewall at 127 West Shore Road.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-57 submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Oberndorf to demolish the existing house and construct a new dwelling at 151 West Shore Road with conditions.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-58 submitted by Mr. Sargeant to install a dry hydrant at 28 Tinker Hill Road.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-59 submitted by Mr. Lecher to remove the pier and cap the buttress at 47 West Shore Road.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-60 submitted by Mr. Hackney and Ms. Holiman to demolish and rebuild the studio and deck at 125 West Shore Road.
Dated 11/16/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Posted: November 17, 2007 AGENDA
Board of Finance Meeting
November 19, 2007
5:00 p.m.1. Call to Order
2. Minutes: October, 2007
3. Guests: Valerie Andersen - re Reg. #12 Refernedum - Shepaug School Improvement Project
3. Treasurer's Report
5. Tax Collector's Report
6. Financial Reports
7. Old Business:
" Report on School Building Construction8. New Business:
" Discussion of investment exposure, i.e. S.T.I.F.
" Acceptance of resignation letter from Jim Brinton, alternate.
" Discussion regarding replacement of alternate.
" Election of officers.7. Adjournment
From: townclerk
Posted: November 16, 2007
To: Dick Sears, First Selectman, Town of Washington ; Lillian Lyon ; Jim Brinton
Cc: Selectmen's Office Town of Washington Connecticut ; tax collector
Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2007 2:04 PMOath of Office for elected positions is scheduled for Monday, November 19th @ 5:00 in the main hall.
Sheila
WASHINGTON PARKS & RECREATION
Posted: November 15, 2007 Agenda for Meeting
November 19th 2007
7:00 p.m.REGULAR BUSINESS
Approval of minutes from October 1st 2007 Meeting
I. Review of Old Business
a. Beach/Boat Launch
b. River Walk Park
Storage Sheds
Kitchen
c. Tennis Courts
d. Skate Park
e. Dog Park
f. Holiday in the DepotCoodinator's Report
II. New Business
a. Capital Budget RequestsChairman's Report
Board of Selectmen
Posted: November 14, 2007
AGENDA
November 15, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
" Minutes of the November 1, 2007 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen.3. Communications
4. Appointments/Resignations
" Eileen Hearn - Renewable Energy Task Force
" Thomas Osborne - Tree Warden5. OLD BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
7. Visitors
8. Adjournment
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Posted: November 13, 2007 AGENDA THURSDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2007 LAND USE ROOM 7:30PM
Call to Order
Seating of the Members / Alternates
1. ZBA-0720 Request of Timothy M. Coakley, 2 Valley Road, application for variance to Zoning Regulations 11.6.1c (front setback), 17.4 (increasing nonconformity) and 12.1.2 (Shepaug River setback) to add a dormer and deck to existing house.
Continued Public Hearing - Meeting - Vote2. ZBA-0721 Request of Steven Shapiro, 50 Turner Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations to move a generator.
Public Hearing - Meeting - Vote3. ZBA-0722 Request of Rumsey Hall School, 184/201 Romford Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations to move a generator.
Public Hearing - Meeting - Vote4. ZBA-0723 Request of Shauna Holiman and Robert Hackney, 125 West Shore Road, an application for a variance to Zoning Regulations 11.6 (setback), 12.1.1 (setback to wetlands and watercourse), 17.4 (increase the nonconformity) to rebuild a cabana and deck.
Public Hearing - Meeting Vote5. ZBA-0724 Request of Holly Hill Farm LLC, 87 Whittlesey Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations to move a generator.
Public Hearing - Meeting - Vote6. Correspondence from Robert L. Fisher, Jr., Esq. regarding ZBA-0708, Lars Andersson, 35 Gunn Hill Road
7. Consideration of Minutes of September 20, 2007
8. Election of Chairperson & Vice-Chairperson
9. Other Business/Discretion of the Chair
AdjournmentPamela L. Osborne
ZBA Secretary
Inland Wetlands Commission
Posted: November 12, 2007 AGENDA
Regular Meeting
November 14, 2007
6:45 p.m. Land Use Meeting RoomSHOW CAUSE HEARING
Brown/127 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Work Along Shore LineREGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members / AlternatesII. Motion to Add Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
III. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 10/24/07
B. Site Inspection/Barnet/10/31/07
C. Site Inspection/Carron/10/31/07
D. Site Inspection/Fisher/10/31/07IV. Pending Applications
A Barnet/32 Sabbaday Lane/#IW-07-52/Reconstruct Barn
B. Fisher/66 Calhoun Street/#IW-07-54/Landscaping and Planting
C. Adams/233 West Shore Road/#IW-07-55/Extend Wall, Plant Hedge, Install Fence
D. Washington Club, Inc./8 Golf Course Road/#IW-07-56/Dredge Pond
E. Oberndorf/151 West Shore Road/#IW-07-57/Demolish, Rebuild House
F. Sargeant/28 Tinker Hill Road/#IW-07-58/Install Dry Hydrant
G. Lecher/47 West Shore Road/#IW-07-59/Remove Pier, Cap Buttress
H. Hackney-Holiman/125 West Shore Road/#IW-07-60/Studio and Deck ReconstructionV. New Applications
A. Bowles/52 Carmel Hill Road/#IW-07-61/Subdivision Feasibility, DrivewayVI. Enforcement
A. Report
B. Carter/292 Walker Brook Road (141 Shinar Mountain Road)/#IW-04-V8/Repair of Retaining Wall
C. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Filling, Clear Cutting
D. Wright/59 Scofield Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Filling, and Soil Disturbance
E. Steep Rock Assn./River Road/Clearing of "McKennee" field
F. Reinhardt and Cremona/Perkins Road/Execution of Approved Restoration Plan
G. DiBenedetto/212-214/Calhoun Street/Restoration of Understory
H Rubler/240 Wykeham Road/Clearing and Driveway Washout
I. Fowler/138 Nichols Hill Road/#IW-05-58/Remediation Per Order
J Andersson/34-45 Gunn Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Trenching in Wetlands
K. Brown/127 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Work along Shore Line
L. Drakeley/59 River Road/Unauthorized Clearing/#IW-07-V1
M. Jankco/11 June Road/Excavation, Build Steps/#IW-07-V9
N. Cornelio/101 West Shore Road/Excavation, Install Conduit/#IW-07-V10
O. Mello/183 Woodbury Road/Unauthorized Bridge-Culvert Work in Brook/#IW-07-V11
P. Action Taken by Wetlands AgentVII. Other Business
A. Myfield, LLC./7 Mygatt Road/Request to Revise Permit #IW-05-54
B. Vote on Revision of By-Laws/Reducing Quorum to Three
C. Fine Schedule/Revision of Ordinance #711
D. Removal of Appointed Commissioners for Non Participation
E. Tracking Assigned TasksVIII. Communications
A. 10/19/07 Referral from Planning Commission Re: Implementation POCDIX. Adjournment
Dated 11/9/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: November 11, 2007 At its regularly scheduled meeting held on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 the Washington Planning Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: The application submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Abella for a 3 lot resubdivision at 44 Scofield Hill Road with condition.
Dated 11/9/07
By Janet M. Hill
Land Use Coordinator
WARNING
Posted: November 10, 2007
TOWN OF WASHINGTON, CONNECTICUT
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING
November 13, 2007The voters and electors of the Town of Washington are hereby warned that a Special Town Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Connecticut to consider and act upon the following:
1. Shall the Town of Washington approve a resolution to endorse the Litchfield Hills Public Works Equipment Cooperative as proposed under the Regional Incentive Performance Program referenced in Section 8 of Public Act 07-239 (An Act Concerning Responsible Growth). Further information regarding this cooperative is available in the office of the Town Clerk.
Dated at Washington, CT this 5th day of November 2007.
Richard C. Sears
Nicholas N. Solley
Mark E. Lyon
Board of Selectmen(A Public Information Meeting will be held following the Special Town Meeting to discuss the Washington Primary School Building Committee's Master Plan for renovations.)
[See Special Town Meeting for more details.]
WASHINGTON HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
Posted: November 9, 2007 AGENDA
Public Hearings - Regular Meeting
November 13, 20077:30PM Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7:30PM:
Laffont /128 Calhoun Street /Lighting plan, chimney and barn details.
Immediately following:
DiBenedetto /214 Calhoun Street /Construct utility barn.REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Pending Business
A. Laffont /128 Calhoun Street /Lighting plan, chimney and barn details.
B. DiBenedetto /214 Calhoun Street /Construct utility barn.III. Consideration of the Minutes
10/15/07IV. Other Business
A. Discussion /10 Sunny Ridge RoadV. Adjournment
Dated November 1, 2007
Martha T. Shade, Clerk
Date: Sun, 4 Nov 2007 13:42:04 -0800 (PST)
Posted: November 8, 2007
From: Patte <pattepico7@snet.net>
Subject: Notice re: Nov Housing Commission mtg
To: Sheila Anson <townclerk@washingtonct.org>,Please be advised as to the following:
The November 19, 2007 regularly scheduled meeting of The Washington Housing Commission has been cancelled due to the absence of a quorum. In its place, The Housing Commission will be conducting an out-of-town investigation of Senior Housing options on November 7, 2007.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Commission will take place on Monday, December 10,2007 at 5p.m in the Land Use Room of Bryan Town Hall.
Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2007 06:17:02 -0800 (PST)
Posted: November 7, 2007
From: Patte <pattepico7@snet.net>
Subject: Mtg this Thurs
To: Sheila Anson <townclerk@washingtonct.org>,Notice:
The Beach Committee will be holding a meeting at 7
p.m. on Thursday, November 8, in the Land Use Room,
Town Hall.
Planning Commission
Posted: November 6, 2007 AGENDA
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, November 7, 20077:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARING
Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot Resubdivision/Con't.
REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, Alternates
II. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Public Hearings - Regular Meeting - 10/2/07
III. Motion to Include Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
IV. Pending Applications
A. Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot Resubdivision
V. New Applications
A. Klein-Cannizzaro/285 West Shore Road/2 Lot Subdivision
VI. Other Business
A. Brown-Caroll/41 Buffum Road/2 Lot Resubdivision/ Conservation Easement
B. Referral from Zoning/Revision of Zoning Regs/ Accessory Apartments, Fences and Walls, and Non Conforming Docks
C. Revision of the Subdivision Regulations
D. Procedures for Conservation Easements
VII. Communications
A. Approval of 2008 Calendar
VIII. Public Comment
IX. AdjournmentDated 11/2/07
By: Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Conservation Commission
Posted: November 5, 2007
Open Space CommitteeAGENDA - Thursday, Nov 8, 2007 at 4 PM
Minutes of Oct 2007 meeting
Cell Tower Update - Diane Dupuis
Marbledale Historic District Survey - Rick Distel
Open Space Possibilities - Review properties on the market - Joanne Caldara
Review land use regs for recommendations to better align them with Town goals - Committee
Parcel Evaluation ($485,000 in Open Space $ Fund with approval of new budget)
" Review Natural Resource Inventory Maps
" Steep Rock Map of permanently protected land in TownEvaluation Criteria Review Please review the criteria
Goals for 2007
" Prepare, implement and regularly update open space action plan (p. 3-20 TPOCD)
" Investigate/evaluate available parcels for preservation based on definition* of OS
o Review OS Plan's criteria and rating system
" Municipal Tax Abatement for Conservation Easements
" RT 202 Corridor and Marbledale protection
o Evaluate Kent's "village zone"
o Work with appropriate town commissions
" Publish an annual report of status of permanently preserved OSOpen Space in Spring 07 Town Newsletter
As of the end of 2006, approximately 5,600 acres or 22.6% of Washington has become permanently protected open space. In addition, about 4,577 acres of forestland, plus 2,905 acres of farmland (7,482 acres) or 30% of Town are temporarily protected under PA 490.
"Open space" is defined as "land permanently preserved for agriculture, forestry, recreation, wildlife habitat, natural resources conservation, maintenance of community character or as undeveloped land."(Open Space Plan 2002 & TPOCD 2003 p. 3-5)) The Town goal is to permanently protect 30% by 2015.
Working documents: Natural Resource Inventory Report and Recommendations, Open Space Plan and TPOCD (posted on town web site):
" Conceptual Future Land Use Map 8-3
" Village Centers for greenway and open space preservation possibilities
" Strategies Summary: See p. 3-20
" Open Space Greenway Plan (Map. 3-9)Meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday of the month.
Conservation Commission
Posted: November 5, 2007 Agenda for Nov. 7, 2007 meeting @ 5PM
Seating of Alternates
Minutes Oct. 3 2007
Referrals or new projects (Stop in Land Use and Review Applications)
" Abella CE
" Larsen Farm
" Canning Conservation EasementWalker Brook Subdivision-New Milford
Drought Management, Water Resources and Aquifer Protection
Scenic Road Designation for RT 202 - progress report
Subcommittee Reports:
" Cell Tower Update - Diane Dupuis
" Scenic Road - Joe Gitterman
o Current Proposals
o State Scenic Road designation for RT 202
" Archaeological Resources Protection - Susan Payne
o Nothing in the Zoning Regs; create recommendation for Zoning
" Open Space Committee.
" Ridgeline Protection- Linda Frank
" Greenway - Keith Templeton is the new chairman
" Management and Monitoring of Town properties - Linda Frank
" Water Resources Monitoring and Protection- Phil MarkertTop Priorities for Action from TPOCD -
" Are the Town's land use regulations working to meet the TPOCD goals?For your calendar: Nov. 7th special program at 7 PM Clean Air - Cool Planet by Adam Markham
Other Business
" BOS seeking volunteers for an Energy Task Force - anyone from CC want to volunteer?Commission Goals for 2007:
" Route 202 Enhancement
" Key properties/areas of Town to conserve/permanently protect
" Strategies for Land Preservation
o TDR's (Transfer of Development Rights) - Kelly Boling
o Municipal Tax Abatement for Conservation Easements - Dan Sherr
o Conservation or Cluster Development - to be researched
" Info from various towns has been collected for review
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: November 4, 2007 The WASHINGTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS will hold Public Hearings on Thursday November 15, 2007 at 7:30pm. in the Land Use Room, 2 Bryan Plaza, Washington, CT in re the following:
ZBA-0720 Continued Request of Timothy M. Coakley, 2 Valley Road, application for variance to Zoning Regulations 11.6.1c (front setback), 17.4 (increasing nonconformity (and 12.1.2 (Shepaug River setback) to add a dormer and deck to existing house.
ZBA-0721 Request of Steven Shapiro, 50 Turner Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations to move a generator.
ZBA-0722 Request of Rumsey Hall School, 184/201 Romford Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations to move a generator.
ZBA-0723 Request of Shauna Holiman and Robert Hackney, 125 West Shore Road, an application for a variance to Zoning Regulations 11.6 (setback), 12.1.1 (setback to wetlands and watercourse), 17.4 (increase the nonconformity) to rebuild a cabana and deck.
ZBA-0724 Request of Holly Hill Farm LLC, 87 Whittlesey Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations to move a generator.
At the Hearings interested parties will be heard and written communications received. Immediately following each Hearing, the board will meet to discuss and decide the applications, which are available for public review in the Land Use Office, Town Hall.
Pamela L. Osborne, ZBA Secretary
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: November 3, 2007 The WASHINGTON HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION will conduct a Public Hearing in the Land Use Meeting Room, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, CT on Tuesday, November 13, 2007, at 7:30PM to consider the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:
Laffont /128 Calhoun Street /Lighting plan, chimney and barn details.
DiBenedetto /214 Calhoun Street /Construct utility barn.
At this Hearing interested persons may appear and written communications will be received. The applications are on file in the Land Use Office, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, CT.
Dated November 1, 2007,
Martha T. Shade, Clerk
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: November 2, 2007 At its regular meeting held on October 24, 2007 the Washington Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-50 submitted by Mrs. Jackson to construct a house and driveway at 55 Old North Road with condition.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-53 submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Carron to dredge the pond at 58 Gunn Hill Road.
APPROVED: The request by Mr. Lecher to revise Permit #IW-07-42 for stone stairs to replace the wooden stairs approved at 47 West Shore Road with condition.
APPROVED: To keep in effect the enforcement order reissued on 10/22/07 to Mr. Andersson for unauthorized activities at 34-45 Gunn Hill Road.
Dated 10/31/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Board of Selectmen
Posted: November 1, 2007
AGENDA
November 1, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
" Minutes of the October 18, 2007 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen.3. Communications
4. Appointments/Resignations
5. OLD BUSINESS
" Awarding of Tennis Court Resurfacing bid
" Painter Ridge Road Improvement Project Resolution6. NEW BUSINESS
" Public Works Equipment Collaborative7. Visitors
8. Adjournment
AGENDA
Posted: October 27, 2007
Pension CommitteeOctober 29, 2007
5:00 p.m.The Pension Committee of the Town of Washington will meet on Monday, October 29, 2007 at 5 p.m. in the Selectman's Office to discuss the Pension statements and the Committee's investment policy.
Dated at Washington, Connecticut this 26th day of October, 2007.
Kathy Gollow
Pension Committee Secretary
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
Posted: October 26, 2007 RE: Notice of Date Change
The Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday, November 12, 2007, has been changed to Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 7:30PM in the Land Use Meeting Room.
Dated October 24, 2007
Martha T. Shade, Clerk
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: October 24, 2007 WARNING
November 6, 2007 Municipal ElectionThe Electors of the Town of Washington are hereby warned and notified that the Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2007 from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the auditorium at Bryan Memorial Town Hall to elect all Town Officers as required by law. The AccuVote OS Optical Scan, an electronic scanning device used to record and tally paper ballots and absentee ballots, will be used; absentee ballots will be scanned at said town hall.
The following offices are to be filled: First Selectman, Selectman, Town Treasurer, Tax Collector, Board of Finance, Board of Finance Alternate, Board of Assessment Appeals, Zoning Commission, Zoning Commission Alternate, Zoning Board of Appeals, Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate.
Dated at Washington, Connecticut this 23rd day of October 2007.
Sheila M. Anson
Town Clerk
Inland Wetlands Commission
Posted: October 23, 2007 AGENDA
Regular Meeting
October 24, 2007
7:00 p.m. Land Use Meeting RoomSHOW CAUSE HEARING
Andersson/35-45 Gunn Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Trenching of WetlandsREGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members / AlternatesII. Motion to Add Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
III. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 10/10/07
B. Site Inspection/Barnet/10/16/07
C. Site Inspection/Carron/10/16/07
D. Site Inspection/Fisher/10/16/07
E. Site Inspection/Adams/10/16/07IV. Pending Applications
A Stiteler/262 West Shore Road/#IW-07-43/Boathouse
B. Jackson/55 Old North Road/#IW-07-50/Single Family Dwelling
C. Barnet/32 Sabbaday Lane/#IW-07-52/Reconstruct Barn
D. Carron/58 Gunn Hill Road/#IW-07-53/Dredge Pond
E. Fisher/66 Calhoun Street/#IW-07-54/Landscaping and Planting
F. Adams/233 West Shore Road/#IW-07-55/Extend Wall, Plant Hedge, Install Fence
G. Washington Club, Inc./8 Golf Course Road/#IW-07-56/Dredge PondV. New Applications
A. Oberndorf/151 West Shore Road/#IW-07-57/Demolish and Rebuild House
B. Sargeant/28 Tinker Hill Road/#IW-07-58/Install Dry Hydrant
C. Lecher/47 West Shore Road/#IW-07-59/Remove Pier, Cap ButtressVI. Enforcement
A. Report
B. Carter/292 Walker Brook Road (141 Shinar Mountain Road)/#IW-04-V8/Repair of Retaining Wall
C. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Filling, Clear Cutting
D. Wright/59 Scofield Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Filling, and Soil Disturbance
E. Steep Rock Assn./River Road/Clearing of "McKennee" field
F. Reinhardt and Cremona/Perkins Road/Execution of Approved Restoration Plan
G. DiBenedetto/212-214/Calhoun Street/Restoration of Understory
H Rubler/240 Wykeham Road/Clearing and Driveway Washout
I. Fowler/138 Nichols Hill Road/#IW-05-58/Remediation Per Order
J Andersson/34-45 Gunn Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Trenching in Wetlands
K. Brown/127 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Work along Shore Line
L. Drakeley/59 River Road/Unauthorized Clearing/#IW-07-V1
M. Crumrine/206 Litchfield Turnpike/Shed/#IW-07-V5
N. Alldredge-Daly/300 West Shore Road/#IW-07-V6/Rebuild Lake Shore Wall
O. Jankco/11 June Road/Excavation, Build Steps/#IW-07-V9
P. Cornelio/101 West Shore Road/Excavation, Install Conduit/#IW-07-V10
Q. Action Taken by Wetlands AgentVII. Other Business
A. Fine Schedule
B. Revision of By-Laws/Quorum, Removal of Members for Non ParticipationVIII. Communications
A. 10/19/07 Referral from Planning Commission Re: Implementation POCDIX. Adjournment
Dated 10/22/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: October 21, 2007 At its regular meeting held on October 10, 2007 the Washington Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action:
DENIED: Application #IW-07-44 submitted by Mr. Sarjeant for a dry hydrant at 28 Tinker Hill Road due to lack of information.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-47 submitted by Mr. Renick to replace the retaining wall at 12 Green Hill Road with condition.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-49 submitted by Mrs. Sutter to renovate the lake house at 251 West Shore Road.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-51 submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Laffont for a driveway and conduits at 128 Calhoun Street with conditions.
APPROVED: The request to amend Permit #IW-07-10 by Mr. Adams to relocate the pool at 233 West Shore Road.
APPROVED: To keep in effect the 10/2/07 enforcement order issued to Mr. Andersson for violations at 34-45 Gunn Hill Road, with revisions.
APPROVED: Regarding Carter/292 Walker Brook Road/#IW-04-V8: to accept the retaining wall as constructed and described in the 10/1/07 material from Milone and MacBroom, with conditions.
Dated 10/19/07 By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Zoning Commission
Posted: October 20, 2007 AGENDA
Public Hearing - Regular Meeting
Monday, October 22, 20077:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Stiteler-Giddens/262 West Shore Road/Special Permit: Section 6.4.9/Boathouse/Con't.REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, Alternates
II. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 9/24/07
III. Pending Applications
A. Stiteler-Giddins/262 West Shore Road/Special Permit: Section 6.4.9/Boathouse
IV. New Applications
A. Devereux Glenholme School/81 Sabbaday Lane/Special Permit: Section 4.4.10/Theatre
V. Other Business
A. Preliminary Discussion/Myfield, LLC./Possible Modifications to Approved Plan
B. Preliminary Discussion/Rumsey Hall School/184 Romford Road/Construct Two Dormitories and Hockey Rink
C. Preliminary Discussion/Possible Revision of Regs to Permit Inns on Town Roads as Well as State Highways
D. Revision of the Zoning Regulations for Accessory Apartments
E. Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Stone Walls and Fences
F. Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Docks
VI. Privilege of the Floor
VII. Communications
A. Memo-Questionaire Re: Implementation of 2003 Plan of Cons. and Dev. and Depot Study
VIII.Enforcement
A. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Shop and Storage Use
B. Sign Violations
IX. Adjournment
Dated 10/19/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Board of Selectmen
Posted: October 18, 2007
AGENDA
October 18, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
" Minutes of the October 4, 2007 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen3. Communications
4. Appointments/Resignations
5. OLD BUSINESS
" Opening of Bid for Tennis Court Resurfacing6. NEW BUSINESS
" WPS Lease - Attorney David Miles
" Painter Ridge Road Project - Highway Director Kevin Smith
" Resolution - Getting Greener7. Visitors
8. Adjournment
Washington Candidates Debate
Posted: October 13, 2007 The candidates for First Selectman and Board of Selectmen will host a debate at 7 p.m. Thursday, October 18, in Bryan Memorial Town Hall.
Mark Lyon and Jim Brinton, Republican candidates, and Richard Sears and Nick Solley, Democratic candidates, will answer questions and discuss key issues of the campaign in preparation for the upcoming November election.
The debate will be moderated by Art Cummings, editor of The Danbury News Times and former editor of The Greater New Milford Spectrum.
All Washington residents and electors are encouraged to attend.
Further information is available by contacting the Republican or Democratic Town Committees.
AGENDA
Posted: October 12, 2007
Board of Finance Meeting
October 15, 2007
5:00 p.m.1. Call to Order
2. Minutes: September, 2007
3. Treasurer's Report
5. Tax Collector's Report
6. Financial Reports
7. Old Business:
Report on School Building Construction8. New Business:
WCHT - request for funding
Selectman's Report
Ex-Budget Request9. Adjournment
Inland Wetlands Commission
Posted: October 6, 2007 AGENDA
Regular Meeting
October 10, 2007
6:45 p.m. Land Use Meeting RoomSHOW CAUSE HEARING
Andersson/35-45 Gunn Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Trenching of WetlandsREGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members / AlternatesII. Motion to Add Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
III. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 9/12/07
B. Site Inspection/Jackson/9/18/07
C. Site Inspection/Laffont/128 Calhoun Street/9/18/07IV. Pending Applications
A Stiteler/262 West Shore Road/#IW-07-43/Boathouse
B. Sarjeant/28 Tinker Hill Road/#IW-07-44/Install Dry Hydrant
C. Renick/12 Green Hill Road/#IW-07-47/Replace Retaining Wall
D. Sutter/251 West Shore Road/#IW-07-49/Renovate Lake House
E. Jackson/55 Old North Road/#IW-07-50/Single Family Dwelling
F. Laffont/128 Calhoun Street/#IW-07-51/Driveway and ConduitsV. New Applications
A. Barnet/32 Sabbaday Lane/#IW-07-52/Reconstruct Barn
B. Carron/58 Gunn Hill Road/#IW-07-53/Dredge Pond
C. Fisher/66 Calhoun Street/#IW-07-54/Landscaping and PlantingVI. Enforcement
A. Report
B. Carter/292 Walker Brook Road (141 Shinar Mountain Road)/#IW-04-V8/Repair of
Retaining Wall
C. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Filling, Clear Cutting
D. Wright/59 Scofield Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Filling, and Soil Disturbance
E. Plourde/33 East Shore Road/Unauthorized Clear Cutting
F. Steep Rock Assn./River Road/Clearing of "McKennee" field
G. Reinhardt and Cremona/Perkins Road/Execution of Approved Restoration Plan
H. DiBenedetto/212-214/Calhoun Street/Restoration of Understory
I. Rubler/240 Wykeham Road/Clearing and Driveway Washout
J. Fowler/138 Nichols Hill Road/#IW-05-58/Remediation Per Order
K Andersson/34-45 Gunn Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Trenching in Wetlands
L. Brown/127 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Work along Shore Line
M. Howard Family Trust/99 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Wall, Possible Slope Failure, and Work on Lake Shore
N. Drakeley/59 River Road/Unauthorized Clearing/#IW-07-V1
O. Crumrine/206 Litchfield Turnpike/Shed/#IW-07-V5
P. Alldredge-Daly/300 West Shore Road/Rebuild Lake Shore Wall/#IW-07-V6
Q. Matthews/50 Painter Ridge Road/Excavation, Trench/#IW-07-V8
R. Jankco/11 June Road/Excavation, Build Steps/#IW-07-V9
S. Cornelio/101 West Shore Road/Excavation, Install Conduit/#IW-07-V10
T. Action Taken by Wetlands Agent
1. Gorra/278 New Milford Turnpike/Install FenceVII. Other Business
A. Fine Schedule
B. EO Job Description and AddendumVIII. Communications
IX. Adjournment
Dated 10/5/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Conservation Commission
Posted: October 5, 2007
Open Space CommitteeAGENDA - Thursday, October 11, 2007 at 4 PM
Minutes of July 2007 meeting (no Aug. mtg and no Sept mtg no quorum)
Cell Tower Update - Diane Dupuis
Marbledale Historic District Survey - Rick Distel
Open Space Possibilities - Review properties on the market - Joanne Caldara
Review land use regs for recommendations to better align them with Town goals - Committee
Parcel Evaluation ($485,000 in Open Space $ Fund with approval of new budget)
" Review Natural Resource Inventory Maps
" Steep Rock Map of permanently protected land in TownEvaluation Criteria Review Please review the criteria
Goals for 2007
" Prepare, implement and regularly update open space action plan (p. 3-20 TPOCD)
" Investigate/evaluate available parcels for preservation based on definition* of OS
o Review OS Plan's criteria and rating system
" Municipal Tax Abatement for Conservation Easements
" RT 202 Corridor and Marbledale protection
o Evaluate Kent's "village zone"
o Work with appropriate town commissions
" Publish an annual report of status of permanently preserved OSOpen Space in Spring 07 Town Newsletter
As of the end of 2006, approximately 5,600 acres or 22.6% of Washington has become permanently protected open space. In addition, about 4,577 acres of forestland, plus 2,905 acres of farmland (7,482 acres) or 30% of Town are temporarily protected under PA 490.
"Open space" is defined as "land permanently preserved for agriculture, forestry, recreation, wildlife habitat, natural resources conservation, maintenance of community character or as undeveloped land."(Open Space Plan 2002 & TPOCD 2003 p. 3-5)) The Town goal is to permanently protect 30% by 2015.
Working documents: Natural Resource Inventory Report and Recommendations, Open Space Plan and TPOCD (posted on town web site):
" Conceptual Future Land Use Map 8-3
" Village Centers for greenway and open space preservation possibilities
" Strategies Summary: See p. 3-20
" Open Space Greenway Plan (Map. 3-9)Meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday of the month.
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: October 4, 2007 At its regularly scheduled meeting held on September 24, 2007, the Washington Zoning Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: The Special Permit application: Section 13.11 submitted by Mr. Freer for a detached accessory apartment at 246 Woodbury Road.
APPROVED: The revision of the Special Permit issued to the Washington Community Housing Trust for affordable housing units at 16 Church Street to allow paving of the driveway-parking area in front of the lower apartments.
Dated 10/3/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Board of Selectmen
Posted: October 3, 2007
AGENDA
October 4, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Minutes
" Approval of the minutes of the September 20, 2007 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen.3. Communications
4. Appointments/Resignations
5. OLD BUSINESS
" Awarding of Generator Bid.
" Renewable Energy Task Force.
" Waste Oil Furnace6. NEW BUSINESS
" Extend an Invitation to bid for Tennis Court Resurfacing.7. Visitors
8. Adjournment
Planning Commission
Posted: September 30, 2007 AGENDA
Regular MeetingOctober 2, 2007
7:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot Resubdivision/Con't.REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Public Hearings - Regular Meeting - 9/4/07III. Motion to Include Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
IV. Pending Applications
A. Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot ResubdivisionV. New Applications
VI. Other Business
A. Brown-Caroll/41 Buffum Road/2 Lot Resubdivision/ Conservation Easement
B. Implementation of 2003 Plan of Consev. and Dev.VII. Communications
A. Referral from Board of Selectmen/Discontinuance of Section of Old River RoadVIII. Public Comment
IX. Adjournment
Dated 9/28/07
By: Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Conservation Commission
Posted: September 28, 2007 Agenda for Oct. 3, 2007 meeting @ 5PM
Seating of Alternates
Minutes Sept. 5, 2007
Referrals or new projects (Stop in Land Use and Review Applications)--
" New applicatios?Walker Brook Subdivision-New Milford - What action should CC take? (Hay letter forwarded before)
Top Priorities for Action from TPOCD -
" Are the Town's land use regulations working to meet the TPOCD goals?Scenic Road Designation for RT 202 - progress report (need to get going!)
Subcommittee Reports:
" Cell Tower Update - Diane Dupuis
" Scenic Road - Joe Gitterman
o Current Proposals
o State Scenic Road designation for RT 202
" Archaeological Resources Protection - Susan Payne
o Nothing in the Zoning Regs
o Discussion of recommendation for Zoning
" Open Space Committee - no meeting in Aug.
" Ridgeline Protection- Linda Frank
" Greenway - Keith Templeton is the new chairman
" Management and Monitoring of Town properties - Linda Frank
" Water Resources Monitoring and Protection- Phil MarkertFor your calendar: Nov. 7th special program at 7 PM Clean Air - Cool Planet
Other Business
" BOS seeking volunteers for an Energy Task Force - anyone from CC want to volunteer? If interested let Dick Sears know.Commission Goals for 2007:
" Route 202 Enhancement
" Key properties/areas of Town to conserve/permanently protect
" Strategies for Land Preservation
o TDR's (Transfer of Development Rights) - Kelly Boling
o Municipal Tax Abatement for Conservation Easements - Dan Sherr
o Conservation or Cluster Development - to be researched
" Info from various towns has been collected for review
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: September 27, 2007 The WASHINGTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS will hold Public Hearings on Thursday October 18, 2007 at 7:30pm. in the Land Use Room, 2 Bryan Plaza, Washington, CT in re the following:
ZBA-0715 Continued Request of Winifred Walsh, 95 Roxbury Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations.
ZBA-0716 Continued Request of David Connolly, 253 New Milford Turnpike, application for variance to Zoning Regulations 16.5.1 (sign setback) and 16.5.4 (more than two signs), to install signage.
ZBA-0719 Request of Peter & Barbara Wodtke, 155 West Shore Road, petition for special exception for expansion of nonconforming dwelling to add dormers to existing house.
ZBA-0720 Request of Timothy M. Coakley, 2 Valley Road, application for variance to Zoning Regulations 11.6.1c (front setback), 17.4 (increasing nonconformity (and 12.1.2 (Shepaug River setback) to add a dormer and deck to existing house.
ZBA-0721 Request of Steven Shapiro, 50 Turner Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations to move a generator.
At the Hearings interested parties will be heard and written communications received. Immediately following each Hearing, the board will meet to discuss and decide the applications, which are available for public review in the Land Use Office, Town Hall.
Pamela L. Osborne, ZBA Secretary
WASHINGTON PARKS & RECREATION
Posted: September 26, 2007 Agenda for Meeting
October 1st 2007
7:00 p.m.REGULAR BUSINESS
WELCOME Michael Gorra
Approval of minutes from September 10th 2007 Meeting
I. Review of Old Business
a. River Walk Park
b. Beach/Boat Launch
c. Tennis Courts
f. Golf & GambleCoodinator's Report
II. New Business
Chairman's Report
WARNING
Posted: September 25, 2007 TOWN OF WASHINGTON, CONNECTICUT
ANNUAL TOWN MEETINGThe voters and electors of the Town of Washington are hereby warned that the Annual Town Meeting will be held on Monday, October 1, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. at Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Connecticut to consider and act upon the following:
- To set the dates for the annual town budget hearing and meeting in May 2008.
RESOLVED: That the annual Town Budget Hearing to consider the 2008-2009 fiscal year budget by scheduled for May 8, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. and that the annual Town Budget Meeting be scheduled for May 22, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
- To amend the Town's Transfer Station ordinance.
RESOLVED: To amend the Transfer Station Ordinance 306D as follows: Delete: Brush smaller than 6" in diameter will be accepted at the discretion of the Selectmen. Weather conditions, capacity and the time of year will be limiting factors.
The Board of Selectmen will determine the disposal fees for bulky waste Add: and what will or will not be accepted at the Transfer Station.
Inland Wetlands Commission
Posted: September 24, 2007 NOTICE
To: Sheila Anson, Town Clerk
Inland Wetlands Commissioners
Public
From: Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Re: Cancellation of MeetingThe September 26, 2007 Inland Wetlands Commission meeting has been cancelled because there will be no quorum.
The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Land Use Meeting Room, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct.
Dated 9/19/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: September 23, 2007 At A Public Hearing on September 20, 2007 the WASHINGTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS took the following actions:
APPROVED: ZBA-0714 Request of Edgar D. Mason III, 151 West Shore Road, application for variance to Zoning Regulations 21.1.37 (definition lot coverage) and 11.5.1 (maximum lot coverage) for expansion of dwelling.
APPROVED: ZBA-0717 Request of Franklin Berger, 386 Nettleton Hollow Road, petition for special exception a request for air conditioner equipment to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations.
DENIED: ZBA-0718 Request of Rodman B. Funston, 294 West Shore Road, application for a variance to Zoning Regulations 11.5.1.a (lot coverage) to build a fireplace.
Pamela L. Osborne
ZBA Secretary
Zoning Commission
Posted: September 22, 2007 AGENDA
Public Hearing - Regular Meeting
Monday, September 24, 20077:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Stiteler-Giddens/262 West Shore Road/Special Permit: Section 6.4.9/Boathouse/Con't.
Freer/246 Woodbury Road/Special Permit: Section 13.11/Detached Accessory Apartment/Con't.
REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, Alternates
II. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 8/27/07
III. Pending Applications
A. Freer/246 Woodbury Road/Special Permit: Section 13.11/ Detached Accessory Apartment
B. Stiteler-Giddins/262 West Shore Road/Special Permit: Section 6.4.9/Boathouse
IV. New Applications
V. Other Business
A. Washington Community Housing Trust/16 Church Street/Revision of Affordable Housing Special Permit
B. Revision of the Zoning Regulations for Accessory Apartments
C. Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Stone Walls and Fences
D. Revision of the Zoning Regulations/Docks
VI. Privilege of the Floor
VII. Communications
VIII.Enforcement
A. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Shop and Storage Use
B. Sign Violations
IX. AdjournmentDated 9/21/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: September 20, 2007 At its regular meeting held on September 12, 2007 the Washington Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-39 submitted by James Calhoun House, LLC. for drainage improvements at 156 Calhoun Street.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-45 submitted by Mr. Charvillat to repair the dam at 96 Roxbury Road with conditions.
DENIED: Application #IW-07-46 submitted by Mr. Palone for a driveway and house at 84 West Morris Road because there were feasible and prudent alternatives.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-48 submitted by the Town of Washington for aesthetic improvements at 5 East Shore Road with conditions.
APPROVED: The request to amend Permit #IW-02-07 by Mr. Berger for changes to the drainage system at 392 Nettleton Hollow Road subject to final review by the Commission's consultant.
DENIED: The request submitted by Mr. McCuellers to revise Permit #IW-07-21 for the installation of conduits along the route of the temporary driveway at 18 Plumb Hill Road.
Dated 9/19/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Board of Selectmen
Posted: September 19, 2007
AGENDA
September 20, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
" Minutes of the September 6, 2007 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen3. Communications
4. Appointments/Resignations
" Resignation of Kathy Coe - alternate IW Commission
" Resignation of Reese Owens - Building & Properties Committee5. OLD BUSINESS
" Used Oil Furnace
" Awarding of Bids for:
1. Boat Ramp & Parking
2. Fire Cistern, New Preston
3. Concrete Floor, Town Garage
" Opening of Bids for:
1. Request for Proposal for Engineering Services, Walker Brook Road.
2. Generator6. NEW BUSINESS
" Authorization to sign "Nondiscrimination Certification"
" Renewable Energy Task Force
" 29 Revere Road property
" October 1, 2007 Town Meeting Agenda7. Visitors
" Ryan Thompson - Senior Project8. Adjournment
Date: Mon, 17 Sep 2007 06:20:32 -0700
Posted: September 18, 2007
From: Patte
Subject: Beach committee
To: Sheila Anson
Dear Sheila,
The first meeting of the Beach Committee is
Wednesday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m. in the Land Use Room.
This is not an ongoing committee. It is limited to
approxmiately 4 mtgs.
The Chairperson is Ray Reich. I will not have the
other committee members' names until after the first
mtg. Dates may be changed, etc. Best, Patte
Posted: September 16, 2007 AGENDA
Board of Finance Meeting
September 17, 2007
5:00 p.m.1. Call to Order
2. Minutes: August, 2007
3. Treasurer's Report
5. Tax Collector's Report
6. Financial Reports
7. Old Business:
Report on School Building Construction8. New Business:
Selectman's Report9. Adjournment
Inland Wetlands Commission
Posted: September 11, 2007 AGENDA
Regular Meeting
September 12, 2007
7:00 p.m. Land Use Meeting RoomREGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members / AlternatesII. Motion to Add Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
III. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 8/15/07
B. Site Inspection/James Calhoun House, LLC./8/21/07
C. Site Inspection/Palone/8/21/07
D. Site Inspection/Town of Washington/8/21/07
E. Site Inspection/Reinhardt and Cremona/8/21/07IV. Pending Applications
A James Calhoun House, LLC./156 Calhoun St./#IW-07-39/Drainage Improvements
B. Stiteler/262 West Shore Road/#IW-07-43/Boathouse
C. Sarjeant/28 Tinker Hill Road/#IW-07-44/Install Dry Hydrant
D. Charvillat/96 Roxbury Road//#IW-07-45/Repair Dam
E. Palone/84 West Morris Road/#IW-07-46/Construct House, Driveway
F. Renick/12 Green Hill Road/#IW-07-47/Replace Retaining Wall
G. Town of Washington/5 East Shore Road/#IW-07-48 Aesthetic ImprovementsV. New Applications
A. Sutter/251 West Shore Road/#IW-07-49/Lake House Renovations
B. Jackson/55 Old North Road/#IW-07-50/Construct Single Family DwellingVI. Enforcement
A. Report
B. Carter/292 Walker Brook Road (141 Shinar Mountain Road)/#IW-04-V8/Repair of Retaining Wall
C. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Filling, Clear Cutting
D. Wright/59 Scofield Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Filling, and Soil Disturbance
E. Plourde/33 East Shore Road/Unauthorized Clear Cutting
F. Steep Rock Assn./River Road/Clearing of "McKennee" field
G. Reinhardt and Cremona/Perkins Road/Execution of Approved Restoration Plan
H. DiBenedetto/212-214/Calhoun Street/Restoration of Understory
I. Rubler/240 Wykeham Road/Clearing and Driveway Washout
J. Fowler/138 Nichols Hill Road/#IW-05-58/Remediation Per Order
K Andersson/34-45 Gunn Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Trenching in Wetlands
L. Brown/127 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Work along Shore Line
M. Howard Family Trust/99 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Wall, Possible Slope Failure, and Work on Lake Shore
N. Drakeley/59 River Road/Unauthorized Clearing/#IW-07-V1
O. Gutierrez/13 Dark Entry Road/Unauthorized Deposition/#IW-07-V3
P. Levande/137 West Shore Road/Excavation, Installation of Pipes/#IW-07-V4
Q. Adams/233 West Shore Road/Discussion of Dock Violation/#IW-07-10
R. Crumrine/206 Litchfield Turnpike/Shed/#IW-07-V5
S. Alldredge-Daly/300 West Shore Road/Rebuild Lake Shore Wall/#IW-07-V6
T. Action Taken by Wetlands Agent
1) Braverman/38 Barnes Road/Demolish Shed, Construct GarageVII. Other Business
A. Berger/392 Nettleton Hollow Road/Request to Amend Permit #IW-02-07
B. Adams/233 West Shore Road/Request to Amend Permit #IW-07-10
C. Fine Schedule
D. EO Job Description and AddendumVIII. Communications
IX. Adjournment
Dated 9/10/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Conservation Commission
Posted: September 10, 2007
Open Space CommitteeAGENDA - Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 4 PM
Minutes of July 2007 meeting (no Aug. mtg)
Cell Tower Update - Diane Dupuis
Marbledale Historic District Survey - Rick Distel
Open Space Possibilities - Review properties on the market - Joanne Caldara
Review land use regs for recommendations to better align them with Town goals - Committee
Parcel Evaluation ($485,000 in Open Space $ Fund with approval of new budget)
" Review Natural Resource Inventory Maps
" Steep Rock Map of permanently protected land in TownEvaluation Criteria Review Please review the criteria
Goals for 2007
" Prepare, implement and regularly update open space action plan (p. 3-20 TPOCD)
" Investigate/evaluate available parcels for preservation based on definition* of OS
o Review OS Plan's criteria and rating system
" Municipal Tax Abatement for Conservation Easements
" RT 202 Corridor and Marbledale protection
o Evaluate Kent's "village zone"
o Work with appropriate town commissions
" Publish an annual report of status of permanently preserved OSOpen Space in Spring 07 Town Newsletter
As of the end of 2006, approximately 5,600 acres or 22.6% of Washington has become permanently protected open space. In addition, about 4,577 acres of forestland, plus 2,905 acres of farmland (7,482 acres) or 30% of Town are temporarily protected under PA 490.
"Open space" is defined as "land permanently preserved for agriculture, forestry, recreation, wildlife habitat, natural resources conservation, maintenance of community character or as undeveloped land."(Open Space Plan 2002 & TPOCD 2003 p. 3-5)) The Town goal is to permanently protect 30% by 2015.
Working documents: Natural Resource Inventory Report and Recommendations, Open Space Plan and TPOCD (posted on town web site):
" Conceptual Future Land Use Map 8-3
" Village Centers for greenway and open space preservation possibilities
" Strategies Summary: See p. 3-20
" Open Space Greenway Plan (Map. 3-9)Meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday of the month.
REGULAR MEETING
Posted: September 9, 2007 WASHINGTON HOUSING COMMISSION
Monday, September 10, 2007
5:00pm - Bryan Town Hall - Land Use RoomAGENDA
I. Call to Order
II. Minutes of July 9, 2007 Meeting
III. Inclusion of Items Not on Agenda
IV. Reports
A. Presentation of Senior Housing Survey Report - Wayne Hileman
B. River Front Loop - Sue Werkhoven
C. Affordable Housing Appeals List Update
D. Myfield VisitV. Communications
VI. New Business
A. Schedule Visits to Neighboring Housing Trusts/Developments
B. Discussion of Long Range Plan - Don BrighamVII. Adjourn
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: September 8, 2007 At its regularly scheduled meeting held on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 the Washington Planning Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: The application submitted by Brown-Carroll for a 2 lot resubdivision at 41 Buffum Road with conditions.
Dated 9/6/07
By Janet M. Hill
Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: September 7, 2007 The WASHINGTON HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION will conduct a Public Hearing in the Land Use Meeting Room, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, CT on Monday, September 17, 2007, at 7:30PM to consider the following application for a Certificate of Appropriateness:
Laffont /128 Calhoun Street /New dwelling w/attached guest house, detached garage and inground pool.
At this Hearing interested persons may appear and written communications will be received. The application is on file in the Land Use Office, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, CT.
Dated September 6, 2007,
Martha T. Shade, Clerk
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: September 6, 2007
Town of WashingtonAt its regularly scheduled meeting held on August 27, 2007, the Washington Zoning Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: The Special Permit application: Section 4.4.15 submitted by Mr. Henisz for a psychotherapy office at 52 West Church Hill Road.
Dated 9/6/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Board of Selectmen
Posted: September 5, 2007
AGENDA
September 6, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
" Minutes of the August 23, 2007 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen3. Communications
4. Appointments/Resignations
5. OLD BUSINESS
" Opening of Bid for Boat Ramp & Parking
" Opening of Bid for Fire Cistern, New Preston
" Opening of Bid for Concrete Floor - Town Garage6. NEW BUSINESS
" Extend a Request for Proposal for Engineering Services for Walker Brook Road Bridge
" Extend an Invitation to Bid for Tennis Court Resurfacing
" Extend an Invitation to Bid for Town Hall Generator
" Proclamation Commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the New Preston Congregational Church
" 9/11 Proclamation Honoring Town Emergency Services
" Sign for Nick Platt Field
" E-Waste Recycling
" Used oil furnace7. Visitors
8. Adjournment
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: September 3, 2007 The WASHINGTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS will hold Public Hearings on Thursday September 20, 2007 at 7:30pm. in the Land Use Room, 2 Bryan Plaza, Washington, CT in re the following:
ZBA-0714 Continued Request of Edgar D. Mason III, 151 West Shore Road, application for variance to Zoning Regulations 21.1.37 (definition lot coverage) and 11.5.1 (maximum lot coverage) for expansion of dwelling.
ZBA-0717 Continued Request of Franklin Berger, 386 Nettleton Hollow Road, petition for special exception a request for air conditioner equipment to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations.
ZBA-0715 Continued Request of Winifred Walsh, 95 Roxbury Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations.
ZBA-0716 Request of David Connolly, 253 New Milford Turnpike, application for variance to Zoning Regulations 16.5.1 (sign setback) and 16.5.4 (more than two signs), to install signage.
ZBA-0718 Request of Rodman B. Funston, 294 West Shore Road, application for a variance to Zoning Regulations 11.5.1.a (lot coverage) to build a fireplace.
At the Hearings interested parties will be heard and written communications received. Immediately following each Hearing, the board will meet to discuss and decide the applications, which are available for public review in the Land Use Office, Town Hall.
Pamela L. Osborne, ZBA Secretary
Planning Commission
Posted: September 2, 2007 AGENDA
Regular MeetingSeptember 4, 2007
7:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Brown-Carroll/41 Buffum Road/2 Lot Resubivision
Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot Resubdivision/Con't.REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting - 8/7/07III. Motion to Include Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
IV. Pending Applications
A. Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot Resubdivision
B. Brown-Carroll/41 Buffum Road/2 Lot ResubdivisionV. New Applications
VI. Other Business
VII. Communications
A. Referral from Board of Selectmen/Discontinuance of Section of Old River Road
B. Report from League of Conservation Voters
C. Lake Waramaug Country Club Water Diversion Application
D. 2007 VTASLA AwardsVIII. Public Comment
IX. Adjournment
Dated 8/31/07
By: Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Conservation Commission
Posted: September 1, 2007 Agenda for Sept. 5, 2007 meeting @ 5PM
Seating of Alternates
Minutes of August 1, 2007
Referrals or new projects (Stop in Land Use and Review Applications)
" Browne/Buffum Rd CE
" Aragi Woodridge Subdivision (Hearing on 9/12/07)
" Abella subdivision Update
" New applications?Top Priorities for Action from TPOCD -
" Are the Town's land use regulations working to meet the TPOCD goals?Subcommittee Reports:
" Cell Tower Update - Diane Dupuis
" Scenic Road - Joe Gitterman
o Current Proposals
o State Scenic Road designation for RT 202
" Archaeological Resources Protection - Susan Payne
o Nothing in the Zoning Regs
o Discussion of recommendation for Zoning
" Open Space Committee - no meeting in Aug.
" Ridgeline Protection- Linda Frank
" Greenway - next meeting Sept. 10th
o River Front Loop: Invasives Workshops - Betsy Corrigan
" Management and Monitoring of Town properties - Linda Frank
" Water Resources Monitoring and Protection- Phil MarkertFor your calendar: Nov. 7th special program at 7 PM Clean Air - Cool Planet
Other Business
Commission Goals for 2007:
" Route 202 Enhancement
" Key properties/areas of Town to conserve/permanently protect
" Strategies for Land Preservation
o TDR's (Transfer of Development Rights) - Kelly Boling
o Municipal Tax Abatement for Conservation Easements - Dan Sherr
o Conservation or Cluster Development - to be researched
" Info from various towns has been collected for review
Zoning Commission
Posted: August 27, 2007 AGENDA
Public Hearing - Regular Meeting
Monday, August 27, 20077:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Henisz/52 West Church Hill Road/Special Permit: Section 4.4.15/ General Home Occupation/Psychiatrist's Office
Stiteler-Giddens/262 West Shore Road/Special Permit: Section 6.4.9/Boathouse
Freer/246 Woodbury Road/Special Permit: Section 13.11/Detached Accessory Apartment
REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 7/23/07III. Pending Applications
A. Henisz/52 West Church Hill road/Special Permit: Section 4.4.15/General Home Occupation (Public Hearing scheduled for August 27)
B. Freer/246 Woodbury Road/Special Permit: Section 13.11/ Detached Accessory Apartment
C. Stiteler-Giddins/262 West Shore Road/Special Permit: Section 6.4.9/BoathouseIV. New Applications
V. Other Business
A. Final Report of 2006 Senior Housing Survey/Discussion with Mr. Hileman of the Housing Commission
B. Revision of the Zoning Regulations for Accessory Apartments
C. Discussion of Possible Revisions of the Regulations
1) Inns
2) Fences and Walls
3) Docks
4) HelipadsVI. Privilege of the Floor
VII. Communications
VIII.Enforcement
A. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Shop and Storage UseIX. Adjournment
Dated 8/24/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
Posted: August 22, 2007 Agenda
August 23, 2007
4:30 p.m.
Land Use RoomCall to order
Approval of Minutes: August 9, 2007 – Regular Meeting
Communications
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society4. Appointments/Resignations:
Vacancy – Inland Wetlands Alternate5. Old Business:
Scenic Road – Route 202, Marbeldale6. New Business:
Fire Marshal – Ralph Miller, Director of Field Services
CT Fire Marshal’s Office
Road Discontinuance – Portion of Old River Road
Senior Housing Survey – Wayne Hileman
Beautification Project – Bee Brook & Calhoun7. Visitors: Margaret Freeland
8. Adjournment
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: August 19, 2007 At A Public Hearing on August 16, 2007 the WASHINGTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS took the following actions:
APPROVED: ZBA-0712 Request of William Freer, 246 Woodbury Road, application for variance to Zoning Regulation 13.11.3h (accessory apartment detached shared driveway use) to build a detached accessory apartment.
APPROVED: ZBA-0711 Request of John & Arlene Glantz, 7 Senff Road, petition for special exception for expansion of nonconforming dwelling, to build dormer.
DENIED: ZBA-0713 Request of Edgar D. Mason III, 151 West Shore Road, petition for special exception for expansion of non conforming dwelling.
Pamela L. Osborne
ZBA Secretary
AGENDA
Posted: August 18, 2007
Board of Finance Meeting
August 20, 2007
5:00 p.m.1. Call to Order
2.
3. Minutes: June, 2007
4. Treasurer’s Report
5. Tax Collector’s Report
6. Financial Reports
7. Old Business:
Fire Co. – Ex-budget appropriation
Report on School Building Construction8. New Business:
9. Executive Session: Real Estate
9. Adjournment
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: August 17, 2007 Per Section 8-26 of the CGS, the Washington Planning Commission has scheduled public hearings at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4, 2007 in the Land Use Meeting Room, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct. to consider the following applications:
7:30 p.m. - Brown-Carroll/41 Buffum Road/2 Lot Resubdivision
Immediately following: Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot Resubdivision/Con't.
At these hearings interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. The applications are on file in the Land Use Office, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct.
Dated 8/15/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Posted: August 16, 2007 BOARD OF SELECTMEN
And
Washington Primary School Building CommitteeCANCELLATION OF SPECIAL MEETING
The Tuesday, August 22, 2007 meeting of the Washington Primary School Building Committee has been cancelled
The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, August 28, 2007 at 7:00pm.
Pamela L. Osborne, Secretary
Inland Wetlands Commission
Posted: August 14, 2007 AGENDA
Show Cause Hearing - Public Hearing - Regular Meeting
August 15, 2007
6:15 p.m. Land Use Meeting RoomSHOW CAUSE HEARING
Howard Family Trust/99 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Wall and Lake Shore WorkPUBLIC HEARING
Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/#IW-07-35/3 Lot Resubdivision/Con't.REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members / AlternatesII. Motion to Add Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
III. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting 7-11-07
B. Site Inspection/Aragi/9 Wilbur Road/7/16/07
C. Site Inspection/Allen/158 Popple Swamp Road/7/16/07
D. Site Inspection/Lecher/47 West Shore Road/7/16/07
E. Site Inspection/Brown/127 West Shore Road/7/16/07IV. Pending Applications
A Walsh/95 Roxbury Road/#IW-07-32/Clean Out and Maintain Pond, Install Thermal Heating System
B. Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/#IW-07-35/3 Lot Resubdivision
C. Allen/158 Popple Swamp Road/#IW-07-38/Construct Pond
D. James Calhoun House, LLC./156 Calhoun St./#IW-07-39/Drainage Improvements
E. Aragi/9 Wilbur Road/#IW-07-40/8 Lot Subdivision
F. Etherington/49 Wheaton Road/#IW-07-41/Install Dry Hydrant
G. Lecher/47 West Shore Road/#IW-07-42/Garage Addition, Steps, Resurface Driveway
H. Stiteler/262 West Shore Road/#IW-07-43/BoathouseV. New Applications
A. Sarjeant/28 Tinker Hill Road/#IW-07-44/Install Dry Hydrant
B. Charvillat/96 Roxbury Road/#IW-07-45/Repair Dam
C. Palone/84 West Morris Road/#IW-07-46/Construct House
D. Renick/12 Green Hill Road/#IW-07-47/Replace Retaining Wall
E. Town of Washington/5 East Shore Road/#IW-07-48/Aesthetic ImprovementVI. Enforcement
A. Report
B. Carter/292 Walker Brook Road(141 Shinar Mountain Road)/#IW-04-V8/Repair of
Retaining Wall
C. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Filling, Clear Cutting
D. Wright/59 Scofield Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Filling, and Soil Disturbance
E. Plourde/33 East Shore Road/Unauthorized Clear Cutting
F. Steep Rock Assn./River Road/Clearing of "McKennee" field
G. Reinhardt and Cremona/Perkins Road
H. DiBenedetto/212-214/Calhoun Street/Restoration of Understory
I. Rubler/240 Wykeham Road/Clearing and Driveway Washout
J. Fowler/138 Nichols Hill Road/#IW-05-58/Remediation Per Order
K Andersson/34-45 Gunn Hill Road/Unauthorized Clearing, Trenching in Wetlands
L. Brown/127 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Work along Shore Line
M. Howard Family Trust/99 West Shore Road/Unauthorized Wall, Possible Slope Failure, and Work on Lake Shore
N. Drakeley/59 River Road/Unauthorized Clearing/#IW-07-V1
O. Tulkoff/48 Hinkle Road/Unauthorized Clearcutting/#IW-07-V2
P. Gutierrez/13 Dark Entry Road/Unauthorized Deposition/#IW-07-V3
Q. Levande/137 West Shore Road/Excavation, Installation of Pipes/#IW-07-V4
R.. Action Taken by Wetlands AgentVII. Other Business
A. Brown/127 West Shore Road/Request to Amend Permit #IW-06-25
B. Berger/392 Nettleton Hollow Road/Request to Amend Permit #IW-02-07
C. Myfield, LLC./7 Mygatt road/Request to Amend Permit #IW-05-54
D. Sears/43 Cook Street/Request to Amend Permit #IW-07-24
E. Adams/233 West Shore Road/Covering-Remodeling of Concrete Dock
F. Fine ScheduleVIII. Communications
IX. Adjournment
Dated 8/13/07
By Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Board of Selectmen
Posted: August 8, 2007
AGENDA
August 9, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
" Minutes of the July 26, 2007 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen.3. Communications
4. Appointments/Resignations
5. OLD BUSINESS
" To award the Bid for the Dump Truck
" To award the Bid for the Roller
" To award the Bid for the Chipper
" Boat Ramp Bid update6. NEW BUSINESS
7. Visitors
8. Adjournment
Planning Commission
Posted: August 4, 2007 AGENDA
Regular Meeting
August 7, 20077:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
PUBLIC HEARING
Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot ResubdivisionREGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting - 7/10/07III. Motion to Include Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
IV. Pending Applications
A. Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot Resubdivision
B. Aragi/9 Wilbur Road/8 Lot SubdivisionV. New Applications
A. Brown-Carroll/41 Buffum Road/2 Lot ResubdivisionVI. Other Business
VII. Communications
A. Report from League of Conservation VotersVIII. Public Comment
IX. Adjournment
Dated 8/3/07
By: Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Inland Wetlands Commission
Posted: August 3, 2007 PUBLIC NOTICE
The Inland Wetlands Commission meeting originally scheduled for Wednesday, August 8, 2007 has been changed to Wednesday, August 15. The public hearing for the Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot Subdivision application will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting will follow at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held as usual in the Land Use Meeting Room, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct.
Date 8/3/07
Janet M. Hill
Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: August 2, 2007 The Washington Inland Wetlands Commission will reconvene a public hearing on Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. in the Land Use Meeting Room, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct. to consider the following application:
Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/#IW-07-35/3 Lot Resubdivision
Please note this is a change in date.
At this hearing interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. The application is on file in the Land Use Office, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot.
Dated 7/27/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: July 31, 2007 The WASHINGTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS will hold Public Hearings on Thursday August 16, 2007 at 7:30pm. in the Land Use Room, 2 Bryan Plaza, Washington, CT in re the following:
ZBA-0711 Continued Request of John & Arlene Glantz, 7 Senff Road, petition for special exception for expansion of nonconforming dwelling, to build dormer and front door porch roof covering "Portico".
ZBA-0712 Continued Request of William Freer, 246 Woodbury Road, application for variance to Zoning Regulation 13.11.3h (accessory apartment detached shared driveway use) to build a detached accessory apartment.
ZBA-0713 Request of Edgar D. Mason III, 151 West Shore Road, petition for special exception for expansion of non conforming dwelling.
ZBA-0714 Request of Edgar D. Mason III, 151 West Shore Road, application for variance to Zoning Regulations 21.1.37 (definition lot coverage) and 11.5.1 (maximum lot coverage) for expansion of dwelling.
ZBA-0715 Request of Winifred Walsh, 95 Roxbury Road, petition for special exception, a request for generator to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations.
ZBA-0716 Request of David Connolly, 253 New Milford Turnpike, application for variance to Zoning Regulations 16.5.1 (sign setback) and 16.5.4 (more than two signs), to install signage.
ZBA-0717 Request of Franklin Berger, 386 Nettleton Hollow Road, petition for special exception a request for air conditioner equipment to be situated farther from the structure principally served than is specified under Sections 12.14.1, 12.14.2, and 12.14.3 of the Zoning Regulations.
At the Hearings interested parties will be heard and written communications received. Immediately following each Hearing, the board will meet to discuss and decide the applications, which are available for public review in the Land Use Office, Town Hall.
Pamela L. Osborne, ZBA Secretary
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: July 30, 2007 At its regularly scheduled meeting held on July 23, 2007, the Washington Zoning Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: A revision to the 2/07 Special Permit issued to 2 Wheaton, LLC. for offices and variation of setback at 2 Wheaton Road for changes to the handicapped ramp.
RESCINDED: The 10/23/06 approval granted to Mrs. Whitney for a first cut at 191 Roxbury Road.
Dated 7/25/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
Conservation Commission
Posted: July 30, 2007 Agenda for August 1, 2007 meeting @ 5PM
Seating of Alternates
Minutes of July 11, 2007
Referrals or new projects (Review Land Use Applications before mtg & read minutes of Inland Wetlands, Planning and Zoning to be up-to-date on applications.)
" Abella/Scofield - to be resubmitted to Planning on Aug. 7th
" New applications?Village District Overlay Zone - to review (See Kelly's Document)
RT 202 Corridor Enhancement Recommendations - to discuss (See Kelly's Document)
Cultural/Archaeological Resource Regulations - Please review handout for discussion.
Subcommittee Reports:
" Cell Tower Update - Diane Dupuis
" Greenway & River Front Loop - Susan Payne
" Ridgeline Protection - Linda Frank and Open Space Committee
" Management and Monitoring of Town properties - Linda Frank
o Review Town properties for those that might benefit from a management plan
" Open Space Committee - Susan Payne (Meeting time change to 4 PM - no Aug. meeting)
" Scenic Road - Joe Gitterman
o Current Proposals
o State Scenic Road designation for RT 202 Corridor - Kelly/FU with BOS
" Flora & Fauna - Betsy Corrigan & Diane Dupuis
" Land Use Data Management/training of Town Land Use staff - Kelly Boling & Pam Osborne
" Water Resources Monitoring and Protection- Phil MarkertProposal for Rural Roadscape Zone Regulations to be reviewed and simplified - Kelly Boling
Other Business
Commission Goals for 2007
" Route 202 Enhancement )
" Strategies of Land Preservation
o TDR's (Transfer of Development Rights) - Kelly Boling
o Municipal Tax Abatement for Conservation Easements - Dan Sherr
o Conservation or Cluster Development -to be researched
" Info from various towns has been collected for review
" Key properties/areas to conserve/permanently protect
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: July 29, 2007 The Washington Planning Commission has scheduled a public hearing to consider the following application on Tuesday, August 7, 2007 in the Land Use Meeting Room, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct.
7:30 p.m. - Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot Resubdivision
At this hearing interested persons may appear and written communications will be received. The application is on file in the Land Use Office, Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington Depot, Ct.
Dated 7/24/07
Janet M. Hill
Land Use Coordinator
Cancellation of Meeting
Posted: July 22, 2007 The Washington Conservation Commission's Open Space Committee is cancelling their August 9, 2007 meeting to 4:00pm.
Next regular scheduled meeting is September 13, 2007 at 4:00pm.
Pamela L. Osborne, Secretary
Zoning Commission
Posted: July 21, 2007 AGENDA
Public Hearing - Regular Meeting
Monday, July 23, 20077:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Public Hearings - Regular Meeting 6/25/07III. Pending Applications
A. Henisz/52 West Church Hill road/Special Permit: Section 4.4.15/General Home Occupation (Public Hearing scheduled for August 27)
B. Freer/246 Woodbury Road/Special Permit: Section 13.11/ Detached Accessory Apartment
C. Stiteler-Giddins/262 West Shore Road/Special Permit: Section 6.4.9/BoathouseIV. New Applications
V. Other Business
A. Myfield, LLC/7 Mygatt Road/Requests to Amend Affordable Housing Approval (Public Hearing scheduled for August 27)
B. 2 Wheaton, LLC./2 Wheaton Road/Revision of 2/26/07 Special Permit/Change in Handicapped Ramp
C. Rescind 10/23/06 Approval of Whitney/191 Roxbury Road/ First Cut
D. Revision of the Zoning Regulations for Accessory ApartmentsVI. Privilege of the Floor
VII. Communications
VIII.Enforcement
A. Moore/25 Litchfield Turnpike/Unauthorized Shop and Storage UseIX. Adjournment
Dated 7/20/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: July 20, 2007 At its regular meeting held on July 11, 2007 the Washington Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action:
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-22 submitted by Mr. Clark to remove a culvert and replace a second culvert at 6 Romford Road.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-27 submitted by Wykeham Partners, LLC. for a pool, tennis court, and site improvements at 240 Wykeham Road with conditions.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-30 submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Sullivan to repair the pond and maintain the pasture at 56 Dark Entry Road with condition.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-33 submitted by Mr. Condon and Ms. Fornasier for a house addition at 57 Findley Road.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-34 submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Hochberg for a driveway at 15 Couch Road.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-26 submitted the Town of Washington for drainage improvements at 201 Romford Road with condition.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-28 submitted by Mr. Luers to install a dry hydrant at 44 Upper Church Hill Road.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-29 submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Bardell to install a dry hydrant at 166 Baldwin Hill Road.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-31 submitted by Ms. Capeci and Mr. Coghlan to install a swimming pool at 196 Roxbury Road with conditions.
APPROVED: Application #IW-07-36 submitted by Mr. Guliano to install a basketball court at 19 Winston Drive with condition.
APPROVED: Revision of Permit #IW-05-41 issued to Mr. Sachs for pond maintenance at 35 Potash Hill Road.
Dated 7/19/07
Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
WASHINGTON PARKS & RECREATION
Posted: July 19, 2007 Agenda for Meeting
July 23rd 2007
7:00 p.m.REGULAR BUSINESS
Approval of minutes from June 18th 2007 Meeting
I. Review of Old Business
a. Beach/Boat Launch
b. Bowling Alley
c. Little League
d. Movie Night
e. Fireworks
f. River Walk Park
g. Tennis Courts
k. Horrigan/Swanson TournamentCoodinator's Report
II. New Business
a. Signs at Nick Platt Field & Beach
b. Senior Project/ Ted Alex FieldChairman's Report
Posted: July 16, 2007 BOARD OF SELECTMEN
And
Washington Primary School Building CommitteeNOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
7:00 p.m.
Land Use Room
Bryan Memorial Town HallAGENDA:
Continued discussion of renovation options for the Washington Primary School
Board of Selectmen
Posted: July 11, 2007
AGENDA
July 12, 2007
4:30p.m.
Land Use Room1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
" Approval of Minutes of the June 28, 2007 Regular Meeting and the July 5, 2007 Special Meeting of the Board of Selectmen.3. Communications
4. Appointments/Resignations
" Appointment of John Boyer to the Washington Primary School Building Committee.
" Appointment of Stephen Wadelton (U) as Zoning Alternate until 11/07.5. OLD BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
" Smart Power - Clean Energy Proposal and Resolution
" Extend an Invitation to Bid for a 2008 Dump Truck due July 26, 2007
" Extend an Invitation to Bid for a 2007 Pickup Truck due July 26, 2007
" Extend an Invitation to Bid for a Roller due July 26, 2007
" Extend an Invitation to Bid for a Wood Chipper due July 26, 20077. Visitors
8. Adjournment
9. EXECUTIVE SESSION
10. Adjournment
Conservation Commission
Posted: July 10, 2007
Open Space CommitteeAGENDA - Thursday, July 12, 2007 at 4 PM
Minutes of June 14, 2007 meeting
Cell Tower Update
Review Boling's RT 202 Enhancement Plan (attached) - Ongoing study of RT 202 Corridor
Ridgeline Protection - Review Peaks & Prominences Map; Sherr to obtain Kent regs
Parcel Evaluation ($485,000 in Open Space $ Fund with approval of new budget)
" Review Natural Resource Inventory Maps
" Steep Rock Map of permanently protected land in TownEvaluation Criteria Review Please review the criteria
Goals for 2007
" Prepare, implement and regularly update open space action plan (p. 3-20 TPOCD)
" Investigate/evaluate available parcels for preservation based on definition* of OS
o Review OS Plan's criteria and rating system
" Municipal Tax Abatement for Conservation Easements
" RT 202 Corridor and Marbledale protection
o Evaluate Kent's "village zone"
o Work with appropriate town commissions
" Publish an annual report of status of permanently preserved OSOpen Space in Spring 07 Town Newsletter
As of the end of 2006, approximately 5,600 acres or 22.6% of Washington has become permanently protected open space. In addition, about 4,577 acres of forestland, plus 2,905 acres of farmland (7,482 acres) or 30% of Town are temporarily protected under PA 490.
"Open space" is defined as "land permanently preserved for agriculture, forestry, recreation, wildlife habitat, natural resources conservation, maintenance of community character or as undeveloped land."(Open Space Plan 2002 & TPOCD 2003 p. 3-5)) The Town goal is to permanently protect 30% by 2015.
Working documents: Natural Resource Inventory Report and Recommendations, Open Space Plan and TPOCD (posted on town web site):
" Conceptual Future Land Use Map 8-3
" Village Centers for greenway and open space preservation possibilities
" Strategies Summary: See p. 3-20
" Open Space Greenway Plan (Map. 3-9)Meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday of the month.
REGULAR MEETING
Posted: July 9, 2007 WASHINGTON HOUSING COMMISSION
Monday, July 9, 2007
5:00pm - Bryan Town Hall - Land Use RoomAGENDA
I. Call to Order
II. Minutes of June 11, 2007 Meeting
III. Inclusion of Items Not on Agenda
IV. Updates
A. Deed Restrictions - Ellsworth & Starberry
B. Commission Chair Meeting - Liddy Adams
C. River Front Loop - Sue WerkhovenV. Senior Housing Survey
A. Approve final report
B. Schedule printing & referrals to Planning & ZoningVI. Other Business
A. Proposed Housing Plan Discussion - Don Brigham
B. Plan visit to Cornwall Housing TrustVII. Adjourn
Posted: July 9, 2007 BOARD OF SELECTMEN
And
Washington Primary School Building CommitteeNOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
7:00 p.m.Upstairs Meeting Room
Bryan Memorial Town HallAGENDA:
General Discussion Re: Washington Primary School Building Plans
NOTICE MEETING CANCELATION
Posted: July 6, 2007 THE BOARD OF FINANCE MEETING SCHEDULED FOR JULY 16, 2007 WILL NOT BE HELD. THENEXT REGULAR MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 20, 2007 AT 5 P.M.
Posted: July 5, 2007 HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
AGENDA
Regular Meeting
July 16, 20077:30PM Land Use Meeting Room
REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Consideration of the Minutes
6/18/07III. Other Business
A. Khouri & Bass /75 Green Hill Road /Informal Discussion - RenovationsIV. Adjournment
Dated July 5, 2007,
Martha T. Shade, Clerk
Posted: July 4, 2007 BOARD OF SELECTMEN
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Thursday, July 5, 2007
4:30 p.m.
Land Use RoomAGENDA:
" Awarding of Bid for Telephone System for Town Offices
" Appointment of Director of Health
" Appointment to Washington Primary School Study Committee
Planning Commission
Posted: June 30, 2007 AGENDA
Regular Meeting
July 10, 20077:30 p.m. Land Use Meeting Room
REGULAR MEETING
I. Regular Business
A. Call to Order
B. Seating of Members, AlternatesII. Consideration of the Minutes
A. Regular Meeting - 6/5/07
B. Site Inspection - 6/9/07III. Motion to Include Subsequent Business Not Already Posted on the Agenda
IV. New Applications
A. Abella/44 Scofield Hill Road/3 Lot ResubdivisionVI. Other Business
A. Referral from Board of Selectmen/8-24: Municipal Improvement/Executive Session
B. Revision of Subdivision Regulations
C. Brown-Carroll/41 Buffum Road/Condition of 5/1/07 Approval of 2 Lot ResubdivisionVII. Communications
A. 6/20/07 email from Mr. Boling re: Discontinuance of Old River RoadVIII. Public Comment
IX. Adjournment
Dated 6/29/07
By: Janet M. Hill, Land Use Coordinator
LEGAL NOTICE
Posted: June 29, 2007 The WASHINGTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS will hold Public Hearings on Thursday July 19, 2007 at 7:30pm. in the Land Use Room, 2 Bryan Plaza, Washington, CT in re the following:
ZBA-0711 Request of John & Arlene Glantz, 7 Senff Road, petition for special exception for expansion of nonconforming dwelling, to build dormer and front door porch roof covering "Portico".
ZBA-0712 Request of William Freer, 246 Woodbury Road, application for variance to Zoning Regulation 13.11.3h (accessory apartment detached shared driveway use) to build a detached accessory apartment.
At the Hearings interested parties will be heard and written communications received. Immediately following each Hearing, the board will meet to discuss and decide the applications, which are available for public review in the Land Use Office, Town Hall.
Pamela L. Osborne, ZBA Secretary
Conservation Commission
Posted: June 28, 2007 Agenda for July 11, 2007 meeting @ 5PM
Seating of Alternates
Minutes of June 6, 2007
Referrals or new projects (Review Land Use Applications before mtg