Varick Planning board minutes
December 16, 2021
Present: Linda Mastellar (chair), April Freier, Lauren Burling, Rich Olsen, Frankie Long, Thomas Björkman (Secty).
Absent Hershey Sensenig.
Guests: Cindy Lont
Minutes for November
Moved, as corrected, by Olsen. Second by Burling. Approved 6-0.
Lafferty Subdivision
Opened public hearing at 7:25
No comments
Close M TB, AF. 6-0.
Resolution: The Varick Planning Board issues final approval for a plat to Divide parcel 10-3-26 of 4.274 ac at 714 Deal Rd. into two parcels, retaining a corner of 1.8 ac. The narrowest point is 175 ft.
The applicant supplied an Agricultural data statement. The board finds that there will be no impact on adjoining agricultural uses because the land use will not change and is not currently agriculture.
The board received the Short Environmental Assessment Form and declares itself the lead agency for State Environmental Quality Review. Upon review of the EAF, the board found no impact because the action will lead to no change in land use, nor creates a condition that would encourage one. The board makes a negative declaration of environmental impact.
This application was reviewed by the county planning board, which recommended approval.
Moved by Björkman, Second by Long. Approved 6-0
First Light project. A company is considering placing an antenna array in the former Fingerlakes Technologies site in Small Business Park and Institutional District that is likely to be a telecommunications special use. Discussions are ongoing with
Trainings. Upcoming trainings cover Solar energy and Site Plan Review. There was one on Short Term Rentals that Olsen participated in last Saturday.
State Department of State is keen to help with trainings.
Short-term Rental Subcommittee. The subcommittee consists of Cindy Lont, Lauren Burling, Susan Ottenweller and Linda Mastellar. They have met three times since our last meeting.
They have concentrated on identifying good examples and lessons from other towns in the region. Mark Venuti of the Town of Geneva was particularly informative. The intent is going to be important for guiding present and future specifics.
There will be a public hearing for input on January 5 at 6 pm in the town hall (or perhaps fire hall). Resident input will be accepted through January 15 by mail or email at STR@varicknewyork.com
It will be advertised by town bulletin board, the town website. The Finger Lakes Times, possibly the Shopper. Possibly the phone blast.
Resolution: The Varick Planning Board endorses the Town advertising the public hearing in the Finger Lakes Times, the Seneca County Shopper and telephone notification. Moved by Björkman, Second by Burling. Approved 6-0.
Be clear about what problems are trying to be fixed. Lack of community, nuisances, pollution, making housing unaffordable for residents.
Thank you to Rich Olsen
Whereas Richard Olsen was appointed to the Varick Planning Board in December 2014 and has served for seven years;
Whereas Richard Olsen has made substantial contributions to the Varick Planning Board beyond expectations;
Whereas Richard Olsen has developed record keeping methods for assuring that our decisions are recorded and enforced;
Whereas Richard Olsen has always kept a close eye for unintended consequences;
Whereas Richard Olsen has been a steadfast advocate for the betterment of Varick;
Therefore be it resolved that the Varick Planning Board thanks Richard Olsen heartily for these many contributions.
Adjournment moved by Björkman, second by Mastellar. Passed 6-0.
Adjourned at 8:05 pm