PZC
Planning and Zoning Commission
40 Old Farms Road
Willington, CT 06279
January 14, 2020 – 7:30 PM
Regular Meeting Minutes
Members Present:
Walter Parsell
Andy Marco
Joseph Lucia
Joseph Hall
Randy Belair
Robert Shabot
Members Absent:
Douglas Roberts
Laurie Semprebon
Also Present:
Michael D’Amato- Zoning Agent
Ken Slater- Attorney from Halloran & Sage
Old Business:
PZ-19-12 Special Permit: Section 5.04.01.02.14 Motor Vehicle Fuel Sales, Tire Repair and Replacement & 5.04.01.01.19 Retail Trade & 5.04.01.02.20 Restaurants. 3 Polster Road: Applicant Gregory McCracken, Owner: Loves Travel Stop and Country Store
M. D’Amato presented a list of findings and draft modifications/conditions to the commission that was created based on public hearing testimony and comments.
The commission discussed the proposed conditions and made modifications. Additional issues and topics were discussed. A. Marco requested staff to ask Department of Transportation if they can re-evaluate the I-84 W off ramp at a future date. M. D’Amato stated he would draft a letter for the commission to send to DOT.
Further discussion occurred about the fencing and it was determined the fence line on the western boundary of the parking area shall be chain linked with vinyl slats or other suitable measures acceptable to staff.
Discussion to condition site improvements to ensure parking lots, sidewalks, retaining walls, slopes and other necessary improvements to be maintained to a standard that does not impair their function. Monitoring invasive species and the planting list was also discussed.
Performance and maintenance bonding were discussed as it relates to erosion and sedimentation control, public roadway improvements and landscape maintenance.
The commission discussed holding a special meeting to further discuss the conditions prior to the statutory deadline for a decision.
Minutes:
December 3, 2019
J. Lucia made a motion to approve the minutes, W. Parsell second. All in favor.
Correspondence:
None
Public Comment:
None
Staff Report/Discussion:
M. D’Amato introduced the new Assistant Land Use Agent to the Commission
Adjournment:
Meeting adjourned at 9:27 PM
Respectfully Submitted,
Emily Perko