Zoning Commission Minutes 05/20/2013 ADOPTED
ZONING COMMISSION - REGULAR MEETING
ADOPTED MINUTES
MAY 21, 2013
I. CALL TO ORDER
Robert Pomeroy, Chairman, called the regular meeting for the Simsbury Zoning Commission to order at 7:00PM on Monday, May 21, 2013 in the Main Meeting Room of the Simsbury Town Offices located at 933 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, CT. The following members and alternates were present: Gerry Post, Edward Pabich, Vaughn Marecki and Will Fiske. Others in attendance included: Hiram Peck, Director of Planning; and other interested parties.
II. APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATES
Commissioner Pomeroy appointed Commissioner Marecki for Commissioner Salls.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the May 6, 2013 Regular Meeting
Commissioner Pomeroy adopted the May 6, 2013 Zoning Commission minutes as presented.
IV. PUBLIC HEARING(s)
Commissioner Pabich read the legal notice for the following public hearing item:
i. Application #13-21 of Marshall Epstein, Owner, for a Special Exception pursuant to Article Ten, Section H, of the Simsbury Zoning Regulations for a temporary liquor permit for a series of events on the property located at 25 East Weatogue Street (Map H14, Block 108, Lot 003). Zone R-40
Mr. Epstein addressed the commission and spoke about events/festivals they are planning to hold this summer at Rosedale Farms. He provided an outline of the events, which are in partnership with Max Restaurant Group, Millwrights Restaurant, among others. Date flexibility was discussed. Mr. Epstein said he would like to be earmarked for 20 events this summer season. The potential drinks that might be served were discussed.
There was no public comment.
Commissioner Pabich made a motion to close the public hearing. Commissioner Fiske seconded the motion which unanimously passed.
V. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ANY AGENDA ITEM
Commissioner Post made a motion to approve Application #13-21 of Marshall Epstein, Owner, for a Special Exception pursuant to Article Ten, Section H, of the Simsbury Zoning Regulations for a temporary liquor permit for a series of approximately 20 event dates, to be held between May 20, 2013 and October 31, 2013, as generally outlined within the application, but allowing for flexibility to alter dates in response to weather and partnership arrangements, on the property located at 25 East Weatogue Street. Commissioner Marecki seconded the motion, which was unanimously passed.
VI. STATUS OF:
Commissioner Pomeroy provided an update regarding the subcommittee working on the changes surrounding the DRB in response to Charter changes. Commissioner Pomeroy said he and Mr. Peck discussed the subject of the timing of terms with the Town Attorney and he is in agreement with the staggered terms proposed by the subcommittee. Commissioner Pomeroy then described what the new board will look like in terms of numbers. Commissioner Pomeroy said they will proceed with this process and asked for assistance from Mr. Peck's staff moving forward. Publication of this process was also discussed.
Village District Study
Mr. Peck provided an update on the meeting recently held regarding the Village District Study and spoke about the next step in the process by the consultant. He said ultimately, this will result in a regulation that will come in front of the Commission.
Marketing Project
Mr. Peck then provided an update on the Marketing Project meeting recently held at the Freemason's Hall. Mr. Peck then said they are trying to collect information/feedback from business owners, which can be submitted at Simsburystrategy.com. He spoke about the topics that were covered at that meeting and said the consultants will be back shortly with their preliminary findings/recommendations.
RFQ for The Hartford
Mr. Peck then updated the Commissioners on the RFQ's regarding The Hartford Study, which were due today. He spoke about the responses and the process moving forward. The specifications of the property were then discussed.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Pabich moved to adjourn the May 20, 2013 meeting of the Zoning Commission at 7:33PM. Commissioner Fiske seconded the motion which was unanimously approved.
Respectfully submitted,
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Robert Pomeroy, Chairman