Tompkins public meetings in 2023

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The Planning Board held a public hearing and approved a provisional resolution for the Pallotti Village subdivision and wetlands permit at 98 Harriman Heights Road. The board also designated a two-family dwelling at 94 Seven Springs Road as a Type II action exempt from SEQRA and scheduled a public hearing for January 16, 2024. Additionally, the board approved its 2024 meeting schedule.

• Opened and closed public hearing for Pallotti Village subdivision, approved provisional resolution subject to amendments
• Adjourned wetlands permit public hearing for Pallotti Village to January 16, 2024 at 6pm
• Designated construction of a two-family dwelling at 94 Seven Springs Road as Type II action exempt from SEQRA
• Scheduled public hearing for 94 Seven Springs Road for January 16, 2024
• Approved 2024 Planning Board meeting schedule

The Planning Board opened a public hearing for the Pallotti Village four-lot subdivision and wetlands permit. The subdivision hearing was closed with the applicant agreeing to extend the 62-day decision window, while the wetlands permit hearing remains open. Residents expressed concerns regarding the ownership and access to Blythea Lake.

• Opened public hearing for Pallotti Village subdivision and Wetlands permit (5-0)
• Closed subdivision public hearing subject to a waiver of the 62-day decision timeframe (5-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Town Board continued public hearings on proposed local laws for tree preservation (Chapter 57) and sewage system revisions (Chapter 41), and adopted Local Law No. 11 of 2023 amending Chapter 18 (Animals) of the Town Code. The board also opened a continuation of the public hearing for the proposed Arrow Park Water District. Councilman McGinn was acknowledged for his years of service, and the 2024 meeting schedule was approved.

• Adopted Local Law No. 11 of 2023 amending Chapter 18 (Animals) of the Town Code
• Continued public hearing on Local Law H-V1 (tree preservation) to January 17, 2024
• Continued public hearing on Proposed Local Law E-V1/2023 (sewage systems revisions) to January 17, 2024
• Opened continuation of public hearing for proposed Arrow Park Water District
• Recognized Councilman Mike McGinn for years of service on the Town Board

The Town Board voted to keep public hearings open for two local laws regarding tree preservation and sewage system revisions. Both hearings will remain open until January 17, 2024. No final decisions were made on the laws during this meeting.

• Approved keeping public hearing open for Local Law H-V1 of 2022 (Tree Preservation) until Jan 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved keeping public hearing open for Proposed Local Law E-V1/2023 (Sewage Systems) until Jan 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved extending public comment time by 3 minutes for Dennis Fordham (5-0)

TOWN OF MONROE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals continued a public hearing (item 2.01) and entered an attorney-client session before returning and keeping the hearing open until January 23, 2024. The board also accepted three new variance applications for properties at 124 Second Ave, 210 High St, and 8 Elmwood Dr, scheduling public hearings for the January 23 meeting. Administrative actions included canceling the December 26, 2023 meeting and approving the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Continued public hearing for Town of Monroe Planning Board kept open until January 23, 2024
• Board went into attorney-client session and returned (motion carried 5-0)
• New application Chris Robinson (Z081-2023) for 124 Second Ave accepted, public hearing set for Jan 23
• New application Yirmiyahu Weiss (Z082-2023) for 210 High Street accepted, public hearing set for Jan 23
• New application Richard & Sharyn Hernandez (Z083-2023) for 8 Elmwood Dr accepted, public hearing set for Jan 23

The Zoning Board of Appeals kept a public hearing open regarding the Summer Crest community to allow for further research into building permits and historical usage. The board also accepted a pool setback application and scheduled hearings for two other property variance requests.

• Extended Summer Crest public hearing until January 23, 2024 (5-0)
• Accepted application for pool setback variance at 124 Second Ave and scheduled hearing for January 23 (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for shed setback variance at 210 High Street for January 23, 2024 (5-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The Planning Board conducted a public hearing for the Monroe Commons project on Nininger Road, covering the DEIS, site plan, special use permit, and wetlands. Written comments on the project will be accepted until December 15, 2023. The Board also scheduled a public hearing for December 19, 2023, on the subdivision and wetlands permit for Pallotti Village at 98 Harriman Heights Road. Minutes from May, June, July, and August meetings were discussed for approval.

• Public hearing opened and closed for Monroe Commons DEIS, site plan, special use permit, and wetlands; written comments due December 15
• Public hearing scheduled for December 19 on Pallotti Village subdivision and wetlands permit
• Discussion and potential approval of minutes from May 11, June 20, July 18, and August 10, 2023

The Planning Board opened a public hearing regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), site plan, hotel special use permit, and local wetlands permit for the Monroe Commons mixed-use development. No final decisions were made on the permits; the board is awaiting consultant reports and additional geotechnical data.

• Opened public hearing for Monroe Commons DEIS, site plan, special use permit, and wetlands (4-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Town Board voted to adopt the 2024 preliminary budget. It also continued public hearings on proposed amendments to tree preservation regulations and on water district improvements for Districts No. 14 and No. 8. The board adjusted the date for a public hearing on tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers.

• Adopted the 2024 preliminary budget (Resolution 2023-#556)
• Continued public hearing on Local Law H-V1 to amend Chapter 57 (Zoning) regarding tree preservation, kept open until Dec. 4
• Continued public hearing on improvements to Water District No. 14, kept open until Jan. 17, 2023
• Continued public hearing on improvements to Water District No. 8, kept open until Feb. 5, 2023
• Approved General Fund Abstract #23-18 totaling $495, covering checks #30948-31006

The Town Board approved the 2024 preliminary budget. The board also voted to keep public hearings open regarding tree preservation regulations and water district facility improvements.

• Adopted the 2024 Town of Monroe Preliminary Budget (5-0)
• Kept public hearing open for Local Law H-V1 of 2022 regarding tree preservation regulations until December 4 (5-0)
• Kept public hearing open for Water District No. 14 facility improvements until January 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Opened continuation of public hearing for Water District No. 8 facility improvements (5-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Workshop Meeting

The Town of Monroe Planning Board is deciding on hiring consultants to conduct ecological and wetland review and hydrogeology/well testing for the Henry Farms project at Lakes Road and Camp Monroe. They will also discuss the Meadow Hill Subdivision on Lakes Road and consider approving minutes from May and June 2023 meetings.

• Retain Clough Harbour Associates for ecological and wetland review (Henry Farms)
• Retain Weston & Sampson for hydrogeology and well test review (Henry Farms)
• Henry Farms project at intersection of Lakes Road and Camp Monroe
• Meadow Hill Subdivision (0169-2018) on Lakes Road
• Approval of minutes from May 11 and June 20, 2023

The Planning Board approved the retention of two consulting firms to conduct ecological and hydrogeology reviews for the Henry Farms project. The Meadow Hill Subdivision application remains incomplete pending resubmission. Minutes from May and June 2023 were tabled due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved hiring Clough Harbour Associates for ecological and wetland review of Henry Farms (5-0)
• Approved hiring Weston & Sampson for hydrogeology and well test review of Henry Farms (5-0)
• Tabled May 11, 2023 minutes due to lack of quorum
• Tabled June 20, 2023 minutes due to lack of quorum

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board held a continuation of the public hearing on the 2024 preliminary budget. The board also heard from residents on proposed local laws: tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers, revisions to the sewage systems chapter, and amendments to the animal chapter. Motions were made to keep some hearings open until future dates.

• Continuation of public hearing on the 2024 preliminary budget (opened and closed)
• Proposed Local Law F-V1 to amend Ch. 47 of Town Code on tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters/ambulance workers; hearing kept open until Jan. 16, 2024
• Proposed Local Law E-V1/2023 to amend Ch. 41 on sewage systems revisions; hearing kept open until Dec. 4, 2023
• Proposed Local Law G-V1 to amend Ch. 18 of Town Code on animals; hearing kept open until Dec. 4, 2023
• Approval of General Fund Abstract #23-17 containing checks totaling $891,768.44

The Town Board closed the public hearing for the 2024 preliminary budget. Public hearings regarding tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters, sewage system revisions, and animal control laws remain open for future meetings.

• Closed public hearing for 2024 Town of Monroe Preliminary Budget (4-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Local Law F-V1 (Volunteer Firefighter/Ambulance Worker tax exemptions) until January 16, 2024 (4-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Local Law E-V1/2023 (Sewage Systems Revisions) until December 4, 2023 (4-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Local Law G-V1 (Animal Code amendments) until December 4, 2023 (4-0)
• Accepted October 16, 2023, minutes (4-0)
• Approved General Fund Abstract #23-17 totaling $891,768.44 (4-0)
• Approved Escrow Fund Abstract #23-06 totaling $15,828.40 (4-0)

TOWN OF MONROE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a continued public hearing for Lebowitz at 34 Irene Drive and opened a new public hearing for Kolakowski at 428-430 Orchard Hill Road, ultimately granting a variance. The board also discussed a new project by Nelson Luciano at 78 Cromwell Hill Road and approved minutes from July, August, and September 2023.

• Continued public hearing for Lebowitz (Z077-2023) at 34 Irene Drive
• Granted variance for Kolakowski (Z080-2023) at 428-430 Orchard Hill Road
• New project discussion for Nelson Luciano (Z079-2023) at 78 Cromwell Hill Road
• Approval of minutes for July 25, August 22, and September 26, 2023

The board opened a public hearing regarding an appeal by the Planning Board over the Building Inspector's designation of buildings at Summer Crest LLC as single-family dwellings. The Planning Board argues the property is a discontinued non-conforming summer bungalow community. No final decision was reached during this session.

• Opened public hearing regarding Town of Monroe Planning Board appeal (5-0)
• Withdrawn: Lebowitz (Z077-2023) 34 Irene Drive

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The board closed the public hearing and approved Summer Crest LLC's project. It also approved an accessory dwelling unit at 145 Cooper Street for Edward Barrett, granted a final subdivision plan extension for DG Realty Management on Schunnumunk Road to February 5, 2024, and extended Mountainview Shul's timeline at 277 Mountain View Road by 180 days to April 12, 2024. The board discussed minutes from May 11 and June 20, 2023.

• Closed public hearing and approved Summer Crest LLC project (SBL #3-3-12, 3-3-15.2)
• Approved accessory dwelling unit for Edward Barrett at 145 Cooper Street
• Granted final subdivision plan extension for DG Realty Management on Schunnumunk Road to February 5, 2024
• Extended Mountainview Shul (277 Mountain View Road) timeline 180 days to April 12, 2024
• Discussion of minutes from May 11 and June 20, 2023

The Planning Board approved a resolution for certificates of appropriateness for Summer Crest LLC and an accessory dwelling unit at 145 Cooper Street. The board also granted two subdivision plan approval extensions for DG Management and Mountainview Shul.

• Approved Certificates of Appropriateness for Summer Crest LLC (5-0)
• Approved accessory dwelling unit for Edward Barrett at 145 Cooper Street (5-0)
• Extended DG Realty Management Cluster Subdivision approval to February 5, 2024 (5-0)
• Extended Mountainview Shul approval 180 days to April 12, 2024 (5-0)
• Tabled May 11, 2023 minutes
• Tabled June 20, 2023 minutes

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board conducted public hearings on the 2024 preliminary budget, the 2024 town benefit assessment rolls, and proposed local laws including tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters/ambulance workers and tree preservation zoning amendments. The board also approved an electronics/tire recycling and shredding day scheduled for November 4, 2023, at 87 Mine Rd.

• Public hearing on 2024 preliminary budget (kept open until November 8, 2023)
• Public hearing on 2024 town benefit assessment rolls (closed)
• Public hearing on proposed Local Law F-V1 to amend Chapter 47 tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters/ambulance workers
• Public hearing on Local Law H-V1 of 2022 to amend Chapter 57 zoning concerning tree preservation
• Approval of Electronics/Tire Recycling and Shredding Day at 87 Mine Rd. on November 4, 2023

The Town Board accepted version V-2 of the 2024 Town Preliminary Budget. The board also approved a recycling event and conducted public hearings regarding benefit assessment rolls and the budget.

• Approved Electronics/Tire Recycling and Shredding Day for Nov. 4, 2023 (5-0)
• Opened and closed continuation of public hearing for 2024 Town Benefit Assessment Rolls (5-0)
• Opened public hearing for 2024 Town Preliminary Budget (5-0)
• Accepted V-2 of the 2024 Town Preliminary Budget (5-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The board approved the 2024 tentative budget as a preliminary budget and adopted Local Law No. 10 of 2023, authorizing a property tax levy exceeding the state cap. They also held public hearings on the 2024 benefit assessment rolls and proposed revisions to sewage system regulations. Community announcements included upcoming events like the Food Truck Festival and Electronics/Tire Recycling Day.

• Adopted Local Law No. 10 of 2023 to override the state property tax levy limit for 2024
• Approved the 2024 Tentative Budget as the Preliminary Budget (total figures not specified in agenda)
• Opened public hearing on 2024 Town Benefit Assessment Rolls, continued to October 16, 2023
• Opened public hearing on proposed revisions to Chapter 41 (Sewage Systems) of town code
• Announced community events: Food Truck Festival (Oct 28), Trunk or Treat (Oct 21), Mobile DMV (Oct 20)

The Town Board approved the 2024 Tentative Budget and adopted Local Law No. 10 of 2023, which authorizes a property tax levy in excess of the limit established in General Municipal Law 3-C. The board also opened public hearings regarding sewage system revisions and benefit assessment rolls.

• Approved 2024 Tentative Budget (5-0)
• Adopted Local Law No. 10 of 2023 authorizing property tax levy in excess of state limit (5-0)
• Opened public hearing for 2024 Town Benefit Assessment Rolls (5-0)
• Extended public hearing for 2024 Town Benefit Assessment Rolls until October 16, 2023 (5-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing for Local Law D-V1/2023 regarding tax levy limits (5-0)
• Opened public hearing for Proposed Local Law E-V1/2023 regarding Sewage Systems revisions (5-0)

TOWN OF MONROE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals continued a public hearing for the Lebowitz property at 34 Irene Drive until October 24, 2024. The board set public hearings for October 24, 2023 on a Planning Board project and for the Kolakowski property at 428-430 Orchard Hill Road. Minutes from July 25 and August 22, 2023 were approved. The board also discussed a new project from Nelson Luciano at 78 Cromwell Hill Road.

• Continued public hearing for Lebowitz (34 Irene Dr) until October 24, 2024
• Set public hearing for Oct 24, 2023 on a Planning Board project
• Set public hearing for Oct 24, 2023 for Kolakowski (428-430 Orchard Hill Rd)
• Approved July 25, 2023 and August 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussed new project by Nelson Luciano at 78 Cromwell Hill Road

The board voted to keep a public hearing open for the Lebowitz property until October 2024. The Planning Board presented an appeal regarding the Building Inspector's determination of legal uses for 19 structures at a historic property, which the ZBA is reviewing for a future public hearing.

• Approved motion to keep public hearing open for Lebowitz (Z077-2023) until October 24, 2024 (5-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board held a special meeting and voted to reschedule the 2024 Budget Public Hearing from October 2 to October 16, 2023. The board also approved a budget amendment to use $279,127.78 in ARPA funds to purchase two 2024 Kenworth T480 truck cabs for the Highway Department. The rest of the agenda consisted of procedural items and the reading of public comment rules.

• Approved rescheduling of 2024 Budget Public Hearing from Oct 2 to Oct 16, 2023
• Approved Budget Amendment Abstract #2023-04: $279,127.78 in ARPA funds for two 2024 Kenworth T480 truck cabs for Highway Department
• Meeting included pledge of allegiance, motion to open, and public comment rules

The Town Board approved using ARPA funds to purchase two 2024 Kenworth T480 truck cabs. The board also rescheduled the 2024 Budget Public Hearing and established funding responsibilities for a generator grant.

• Approved using ARPA funds for two 2024 Kenworth T480 truck cabs totaling $279,127.78 (3-0)
• Rescheduled 2024 Budget Public Hearing from October 2, 2023, to October 16, 2023 (3-0)
• Resolved that the Town will be responsible for funds between $75,000 and $150,000 for WD No. 1 Generator Grant (3-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The board opened a public hearing for Summer Crest LLC and adjourned it to October 17. For Monroe Commons on Nininger Road, the board deemed the revised DEIS adequate and set a public hearing for November 21. A new Walmart project on Larkin Drive was discussed. Minutes from four prior meetings were approved.

• Summer Crest LLC (SBL 3-3-12, 3-3-15.2) public hearing opened and continued to Oct 17, 2023
• Monroe Commons (0182-2019) DEIS revised Aug 31 determined adequate, public hearing set Nov 21
• Walmart (0218-2023) new project at 288 Larkin Drive, no action recorded
• Golden Delite Bakery (0189-2020) on Larkin Drive discussed as returning project
• Minutes approved for May 11, June 20, July 18, and Aug 10, 2023

The Planning Board determined the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for Monroe Commons is adequate for public review, pending specific editorial revisions. A public hearing for the project's site plan, special use permit, wetland permit, and DEIS was scheduled for November 21, 2023. Additionally, the board adjourned a public hearing regarding Summer Crest LLC to a future date.

• Determined Monroe Commons DEIS adequate for public review subject to consultant revisions (5-0)
• Scheduled Monroe Commons public hearing for November 21, 2023 (5-0)
• Adjourned Summer Crest LLC public hearing until October 17, 2023 (5-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board continued public hearings on a tree preservation zoning amendment and improvements to Water Districts No. 14 and No. 8. They set public hearing dates for October 2, 2023 on the 2024 town budget, a property tax levy in excess of the state limit, and proposed sewage system revisions. Community announcements included a rescheduled Cheese Festival and a Food Truck Festival.

• Continued public hearing on Local Law H-V1 to amend Chapter 57 (Zoning) for tree preservation
• Continued public hearing on increasing and improving facilities of Water District No. 14
• Continued public hearing on increasing and improving facilities of Water District No. 8
• Set October 2, 2023 public hearing for 2024 Town Budget / Benefit Assessment Rolls
• Set October 2, 2023 public hearing for authorizing property tax levy exceeding General Municipal Law 3-C limit

The Town Board approved a $1,040,000 cash transfer from NYCLASS investments to cover 2023 expenditures. Several public hearings regarding water districts and tree preservation were kept open, and new hearing dates were set for the 2024 budget and sewage system revisions.

• Approved use of O&R Park for Food Truck Festival on Oct 28 (4-0)
• Kept public hearing open for tree preservation zoning (Local Law H-V1) until Oct 16 (4-0)
• Kept public hearing open for Water District No. 14 improvements until Nov 20 (4-0)
• Kept public hearing open for Water District No. 8 improvements until Nov 20 (4-0)
• Set Oct 2 public hearings for 2024 Town Budget, property tax levy, and sewage system revisions (4-0)
• Approved $1,040,000 cash transfer from NYCLASS investments to funds (4-0)
• Approved General Fund Abstract #23-14 totaling $415,511.17 (4-0)
• Approved Escrow Fund Abstract #23-05 totaling $54,912.08 (4-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Workshop Meeting

The Monroe Planning Board holds a workshop meeting to discuss returning projects (Superior Packing at 2 Bailey Farm Road and Barrett at 145 Cooper Street) and a new project from Goldstar, LLC at 501 Route 208. The board also considers approving minutes from prior meetings. A motion to refer Superior Packing to a wetlands consultant was already carried.

• Superior Packing (2 Bailey Farm Road) – motion carried to refer to wetlands consultant Dave Tompkins
• Barrett (145 Cooper Street) – discussion, no action noted
• Goldstar, LLC (501 RT 208) – new project for discussion
• Approval of minutes from May 11, June 20, July 18, and August 10, 2023

The Planning Board referred the Superior Packing expansion project to wetlands consultant Dave Tompkins for review. Other projects, including an accessory apartment at 145 Cooper Street and EV charging stations at 501 Rt 208, remained under review with requests for revised plans and documentation.

• Referred Superior Packing project to wetlands consultant Dave Tompkins (5-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board is holding a continuation of the public hearing for the Palloti Village Conservation Cluster Zone application, a proposed residential development. The board also continued a public hearing on a local law to amend tree preservation regulations and opened a short-term rental application review for 114 West Mombasha Road. Several community announcements were made, including recognition of an EMS award recipient.

• Continuation of public hearing for Palloti Village Conservation Cluster Zone application
• Continuation of public hearing on Local Law H-V1 of 2022 to amend Chapter 57 (Zoning) for tree preservation regulations
• Public hearing opened for short-term rental application at 114 West Mombasha Road
• Recognition of Wayne Chan, EMT, receiving the 2023 NAEMT/Demers-Braun-Crestline-Medix EMT of the Year Award
• Approval of use of O&R Park for Community Trunk or Treat event (Oct 21) and Food Truck Festival (Oct 28)

The Town Board closed the public hearing for the Palloti Village Conservation Cluster Zone Application, leaving it open for 10 days for final comments. The board also extended the public hearing for tree preservation regulations and opened a hearing for a short-term rental application.

• Closed public hearing for Palloti Village Conservation Cluster Zone Application (4-0)
• Authorized Town Attorney to draft a resolution for Palloti Village for the next meeting (4-0)
• Kept public hearing open until September 18, 2023, for Local Law H-V1 of 2022 regarding tree preservation (4-0)
• Opened public hearing for short-term rental application at 114 West Mombasha Road (4-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Special Meeting

The Planning Board voted to appeal a Building Inspector's determination from August 10, 2023, to the Zoning Board of Appeals for the Summer Crest LLC project (SBL #3-3-12,3-3-15.2). The board also approved minutes from several prior meetings. Other agenda items were procedural.

• Motion to appeal Building Inspector's determination of 8/10/2023 to ZBA for Summer Crest LLC (SBL #3-3-12,3-3-15.2); motion carried unanimously.
• Approval of minutes from April 13, May 11, June 8, June 20, and July 13, 2023 meetings.

The Planning Board discussed a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) application for the restoration of buildings at SBL # 3-3-12, 3-3-15.2. No final decision was made; the board requested further clarification on building use, window replacement, and foundation integrity.

TOWN OF MONROE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Town of Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss and possibly vote on two new project applications: Nelson Luciano at 78 Cromwell Hill Road and Kolakowski at 428-430 Orchard Hill Road, both listed as action/discussion items. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the July 25, 2023 meeting.

• Nelson Luciano (Z079-2023) – 78 Cromwell Hill Road, Monroe
• Kolakowski (Z080-2023) – 428-430 Orchard Hill Road, Monroe
• Approval of July 25, 2023 meeting minutes

The board did not grant any variances during the meeting. One project was removed from the agenda, and another was deferred pending the submission of updated plans.

• Project Z079-2023 (78 Cromwell Hill Road) removed from agenda and held over until next month
• Variance request for 428-430 Orchard Hill Road deferred pending updated plans for October public hearing
• Approval of July 25, 2023 minutes held over
• Meeting adjourned (5-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA

The town board unanimously approved a settlement agreement to purchase approximately 247 acres in the Rye Hill Corridor from three plaintiffs who had sued the town over zoning changes. To fund the $19.5 million acquisition, the board also adopted a bond resolution. The land is intended primarily for open space, watershed protection, and limited future public use.

• Resolution 2023-#415 authorizing the supervisor to execute a litigation settlement and contract to buy 247 acres from CHAB FIVE REALTY, GOLDEN RAY, and EAGLE RIDGE ESTATES
• Resolution 2023-#416 issuing bonds up to $19.5 million to finance the land acquisition
• The seven parcels on the east side of Rye Hill Road near the Village of Monroe (tax map sections 31-1-1.11, 31-1-1.12, 31-1-2.4, 31-1-29, 31-1-18.31, 31-1-62, 31-1-63)
• Board adopted a negative declaration under SEQRA, finding no adverse environmental impact from the acquisition
• Land purchased as part of settlement of federal and state lawsuits dating to 2017

The Town Board approved the purchase of approximately 247 acres of land to settle litigation with three real estate entities. The acquisition is intended to preserve open space, protect the watershed, and provide for recreation.

• Authorized Supervisor to execute settlement agreement and contract of sale for +/- 247 acres in Rye Hill Corridor (5-0)
• Adopted negative declaration stating the Rye Hill acquisition will not have adverse environmental impact (5-0)
• Approved issuance of bonds not to exceed $19.5M to finance the Rye Hill Corridor acquisition (5-0)
• Opened the Special Meeting of August 21, 2023 (5-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The Monroe Planning Board voted to approve the fourth amended resolution of conditional approval for BJ's Wholesale Club automotive fueling station and pad restaurant on Larkin Drive. The board also discussed returning projects including Summer Crest LLC and Monroe Commons, and set a special meeting for September 29, 2023. Several prior meeting minutes were reviewed for approval.

• Approved conditional resolution for BJ's Wholesale Club fueling station and pad restaurant on Larkin Drive (SBL #2-1-30, 2-1-21.3)
• Discussion of Summer Crest LLC project (SBL #3-3-12, 3-3-15.2)
• Discussion of Monroe Commons project on Nininger Road (SBL #2-1-10)
• New project: 505 Forest Street (SBL #1-2-38) – action and discussion
• Special meeting scheduled for September 29, 2023 at 6pm

The Planning Board approved a fourth amended resolution of conditional approval for a BJ's Wholesale Club automotive fueling station and pad restaurant. The approval includes specific conditions regarding a 'no objection' letter from O&R prior to construction. The board also discussed the status of the Monroe Commons project, which remains incomplete.

• Approved fourth amended resolution for BJ's Wholesale Club fueling station and pad restaurant (4-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board voted to continue public hearings on several matters, including the Palloti Village Conservation Cluster Zone application, a proposed amendment to tree preservation regulations (Local Law H-V1), and the proposed Arrow Park Water District. The board also approved the use of O&R Park for community events and issued an order regarding the Lake Sapphire Drainage District.

• Continuation of public hearing for Palloti Village Conservation Cluster Zone Application (housing development)
• Continuation of public hearing for Local Law H-V1 to amend Chapter 57 (Zoning) on tree preservation
• Continuation of public hearing for proposed Arrow Park Water District
• Order after public hearing for Lake Sapphire Dam Drainage District formation
• Approval of use of O&R Park for Trunk or Treat (Oct 21) and Food Truck Festival (Oct 28)

The Town Board approved the use of town-owned O&R Park for a Community Trunk or Treat event on October 21. The board also opened a continued public hearing regarding the Palloti Village Conservation Cluster Zone Application, where several residents spoke in favor of the senior housing project.

• Approved use of town-owned O&R Park for Community Trunk or Treat Event on Oct 21 (5-0)
• Approved motion to open continuation of public hearing for Palloti Village Conservation Cluster Zone Application (4-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Workshop Meeting

The Town of Monroe Planning Board will hold a workshop meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several development projects. Returning project Owen Drive and new projects Ski Delight Inc and 94 Seven Springs are on the agenda. The board will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings.

• Owen Drive (0207-2022) – discussion/action on a project at 20 Owen Dr
• Ski Delight Inc (0216-2023) – new project at Orange & Rockland Rd
• 94 Seven Springs (0215-2023) – new project at 94 Seven Springs Rd
• Minutes approval for April 13, May 11, June 8, June 20, and July 13, 2023 meetings

TOWN OF MONROE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted to approve variances for Glenis Reynoso at 701 Lakes Road. The board also adjourned a public hearing for Lebovitz at 34 Irene Drive until September 26, 2023. Minutes from March, April, and May 2023 were approved.

• Approved variances for Glenis Reynoso at 701 Lakes Road (Z076-2022)
• Adjourned Lebovitz public hearing at 34 Irene Drive to Sept 26, 2023 (Z077-2023)
• Approved March 28, April 25, and May 30, 2023 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved variances for a non-conforming house addition at 701 Lakes Road. The board also approved meeting minutes from March, April, and May 2023 and postponed one public hearing.

• Approved variances for house addition at 701 Lakes Road (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for 34 Irene Drive until September 26, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved April 25, 2023 minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved May 30, 2023 minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The Planning Board approved a resolution for the Homeland Towers/Verizon project at 24-26 Strauss Lane. They also deemed the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Monroe Commons on Nininger Road incomplete. Several sets of meeting minutes from 2022 and 2023 were discussed and approved with corrections.

• Approved resolution for Homeland Towers/Verizon (0205-2022) at 24-26 Strauss Lane
• Deemed DEIS incomplete for Monroe Commons (0182-2019) at Nininger Road
• Discussed Summer Crest LLC (0213-2023) project
• Approved October 18, 2022 minutes with corrections
• Discussed minutes from April 13, May 11, June 8, and June 20, 2023

The Planning Board determined that the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for Monroe Commons remains incomplete and requires resubmission. The board also discussed conditions for the Homeland Towers/Verizon project, including stealth design requirements for antennas.

• Deemed Monroe Commons (0182-2019) DEIS incomplete (5-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Workshop Meeting

The Planning Board discussed and took action on several projects. A new project at 145 Cooper Street (Barret) was classified as a Type II action and referred to the Orange County Department of Planning. The Board also assumed lead agency for the Eagle View Estates subdivision at 402 Lakes Road and discussed a returning project at 127 Seven Springs Road. Minutes from previous meetings were approved.

• Barret project at 145 Cooper Street classified as Type II action and referred to Orange County Planning
• Eagle View Estates at 402 Lakes Road: Planning Board assumed lead agency for subdivision review
• Returning project at 127 Seven Springs Road discussed (no action item text provided)
• Minutes approved for meetings on Oct 18 2022, Apr 13 2023, May 11 2023, Jun 8 2023, Jun 20 2023

The Planning Board classified a proposed accessory apartment at 145 Cooper Street as a Type II action and referred the project to the OC Department of Planning. The board requested updated plans to resolve inconsistencies regarding square footage and parking. Discussions also continued regarding the Eagle View Estates project on Lakes Road.

• Classified 145 Cooper Street accessory apartment as Type II action (4-0)
• Referred 145 Cooper Street project to OC Department of Planning subject to updated plans (4-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board voted to establish the Lake Sapphire Dam Drainage District, covering 131 parcels, with an estimated annual cost of $10,000 (averaging $76.34 per property). The board also continued a public hearing on a proposed tree preservation zoning amendment until August 14, 2023, and approved a motion to offer storm recovery assistance to the Town of Highland Falls.

• Adopted Order After Public Hearing creating the Lake Sapphire Dam Drainage District (131 parcels along Bower Road, Lake Shore Drive, etc.) with estimated annual cost $10,000, average $76.34 per property owner
• Continued the public hearing on Local Law H-V1 of 2022 to amend Chapter 57 (Zoning) regarding tree preservation regulations until August 14, 2023
• Approved motion offering assistance to the Town of Highland Falls following recent storm/flooding
• Received storm/flooding update for the Town of Monroe
• Announced Lions Club Community Garage Sale (discussion only)

The Town Board approved the formation of the Lake Sapphire Dam Drainage District to manage dam maintenance and repairs. The board also offered assistance to the Town of Highland Falls following storm damage and extended a public hearing on tree preservation zoning.

• Approved offering assistance to the Town of Highland Falls after storm/flooding (5-0)
• Approved continuing the public hearing for Local Law H-V1 of 2022 regarding tree preservation zoning until August 14, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved the Order to establish the Lake Sapphire Dam Drainage District (5-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board held a special meeting on July 6, 2023, conducting a public hearing on the Palloti Village Conservation Cluster Zone application, which was opened and then continued to July 10, 2023. The board also approved two hires: John Gilot as a full-time laborer in the Maintenance Department at $20/hour and Emma Braunagel as a recreation aide for the Youth Activity Camp at Smith's Clove Park at $14.20/hour. Additionally, a resolution was passed supporting a grant application for up to $150,000 from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation for Mombasha Park improvements.

• Public hearing on Palloti Village Conservation Cluster Zone application (continued to July 10, 2023)
• Approved hiring John Gilot as full-time laborer, Maintenance Department, $20/hour
• Approved hiring Emma Braunagel as recreation aide, Youth Activity Camp at Smith's Clove Park, $14.20/hour
• Resolution supporting grant application for Mombasha Park improvements up to $150,000 from NYS OPRHP

The Town Board approved a grant application for the Mombasha Park Improvement Project and hired two employees. A public hearing was opened regarding the Pallotti Village Conservation Cluster Zone Application, which remains open for further comment.

• Approved grant application for Mombasha Park Improvement Project up to $150,000 (4-0)
• Approved hiring John Gilot as Full-Time Laborer, Maintenance Department at $20/hour (4-0)
• Approved hiring Emma Braunagel as seasonal Recreation Aide at $14.20/hour (4-0)
• Opened public hearing for Pallotti Village Conservation Cluster Zone Application (4-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board held a continuation of the public hearing on Local Law H-V1 of 2022 to amend Chapter 57 (Zoning) regarding tree preservation regulations, and kept it open until July 10, 2023. The board also continued public hearings on improvements to Water District No. 14 and Water District No. 8, scheduling further discussion for September 18, 2023. A public hearing was opened and closed on the Lake Sapphire Drainage District, with an order to be placed on the July 10 agenda. The board approved General Fund Abstract #23-10 totaling $484,373.96.

• Continuation of public hearing on Local Law H-V1 of 2022 to amend Chapter 57 (Zoning) concerning tree preservation regulations
• Public hearing continued on increase and improvement of facilities for Water District No. 14
• Public hearing continued on increase and improvement of facilities for Water District No. 8
• Public hearing opened and closed on Lake Sapphire Drainage District, order placed on July 10 agenda
• Approval of General Fund Abstract #23-10 for checks totaling $484,373.96

The Town Board voted to keep public hearings open for a proposed tree preservation zoning amendment and improvements to Water Districts 8 and 14. Board members discussed the need for a regulated tree list and the pursuit of grants for water infrastructure repairs.

• Kept public hearing open for Local Law H-V1 of 2022 (Tree Preservation) until July 10, 2023 (4-0)
• Kept public hearing open for Water District No. 14 improvements until September 18, 2023 (4-0)
• Opened continuation of public hearing for Water District No. 8 improvements (4-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The Monroe Planning Board authorized the circulation of a supplemental lead agency notice for Monroe Commons and closed the public hearing for the Homeland Towers/Verizon project. The meeting also included the approval of minutes from previous meetings and adjourned at 7:34 PM.

• Authorized circulation of supplemental lead agency notice for Monroe Commons
• Closed public hearing for Homeland Towers/Verizon project
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2022, April 13, 2023, and May 11, 2023
• Meeting adjourned at 7:34 PM

The Planning Board discussed revised site plans and a partial Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for Monroe Commons. The applicant is working toward a full DEIS submission by June 30, while consultants begin reviewing submitted sections on traffic and land use.

• No formal decisions were made; the board is awaiting a full DEIS submission

Town of Monroe Planning Board Workshop Meeting

The Town of Monroe Planning Board discussed two returning projects: Henry Farms (at Lakes Rd and Camp Monroe) and Summer Crest LLC. The Board passed a motion to have Ms. Torre prepare a final document for Henry Farms, including acceptance of changes and clarification of waivers, to be presented to the applicant on June 20, 2023. They also approved several sets of meeting minutes from earlier dates.

• Motion carried to prepare final document for Henry Farms (0209-2022) at Lakes Rd and Camp Monroe, with changes and waivers clarified, due June 20, 2023
• Discussion held on Summer Crest LLC (0213-2023) SBL # 3-3-12, 3-3-15.2 (no action recorded)
• Minutes approved for February 21, March 9, March 21, and May 16, 2023
• Minutes listed but not voted on for October 18, 2022, April 13, April 18, and May 11, 2023

The Planning Board resolved to have counsel prepare a final scoping document for the Henry Farms project, including accepted changes and clarified waivers. The board also held a historical review discussion regarding a phased restoration project by Summer Crest LLC, which remains in the application phase.

• Approved motion to prepare final Henry Farms scoping document and clarify waivers (4-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board held a continued public hearing on the proposed Arrow Park Water District and kept it open until August 14, 2023. The board also approved several personnel actions including a new bus driver, a park supervisor promotion, a seasonal laborer, and a part-time building inspector. Additional items included approval of abstracts totaling over $381,000 and a community garden project by a Girl Scout.

• Continued public hearing on proposed Arrow Park Water District kept open to August 14, 2023
• Approved General Fund Abstract #23-09 for $356,717.28
• Approved Escrow Fund Abstract #23-04 for $24,443.82
• Approved Nancy Hawxhurst as full-time bus driver at $20/hour
• Approved Kenneth McGrady as Working Supervisor (Parks) at Smith's Clove Park at $30/hour

The Town Board approved several personnel hires and fund abstracts. It also authorized engineering services for the highway garage and extended a public hearing regarding the Arrow Park Water District.

• Approved $17,500 agreement with MHE for Highway Garage engineering services (5-0)
• Approved General Fund Abstract #23-09 totaling $356,717.28 (5-0)
• Approved Escrow Fund Abstract #23-04 totaling $24,443.82 (5-0)
• Extended Arrow Park Water District public hearing until August 14, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Kelly Imhof's Girl Scout Gold Award Project for a community garden (5-0)
• Waived $400 operating permit fees for food trucks in town events (5-0)
• Approved hiring Nancy Hawxhurst ($20/hr), Justin Acevedo ($20/hr), and Philip Valenza ($28/hr) (5-0)
• Approved Kenneth McGrady for Working Supervisor (Parks) at $30/hr (5-0)

TOWN OF MONROE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals granted a variance for Wafa Safizadeh at 1218 East Mombashia Road and approved a use variance for Homeland Towers at 24-26 Strauss Lane on conditions. Public hearings for Lebovitz (34 Irene Drive) and Glenis Reynoso (701 Lakes Road) were adjourned to June 27, 2023. The board also approved minutes from March 28 and April 25, 2023.

• Granted variance to Wafa Safizadeh for property at 1218 East Mombashia Road
• Approved use variance for Homeland Towers at 24-26 Strauss Lane on conditions
• Adjourned public hearing for Lebovitz at 34 Irene Drive to June 27, 2023
• Adjourned public hearing for Glenis Reynoso at 701 Lakes Road to June 27, 2023
• Approved minutes from March 28 and April 25, 2023 meetings

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a side yard variance for a property on East Mombasha Road and a conditional use variance for Homeland Towers on Strauss Lane. Two other public hearings were adjourned to June 27, 2023, pending further review or documentation.

• Approved side yard variance for Wafa Safizadeh at 1218 East Mombasha Road (5-0)
• Approved conditional use variance for Homeland Towers at 24-26 Strauss Lane (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for Lebovitz at 34 Irene Drive until June 27, 2023 (5-0)
• Adjourned public hearing for Glenis Reynoso at 701 Lakes Road until June 27, 2023 (5-0)
• Held over March 28, 2023 and April 25, 2023 meeting minutes

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The Town of Monroe Planning Board voted to approve the third amended resolution of conditional approval for the BJ's site plan (0200-2021) at 3 Larkin Drive. The board also approved minutes from several prior meetings.

• Approved third amended conditional approval for BJ's site plan (RD Management LLC) at 3 Larkin Drive
• Approved meeting minutes from October 18, 2022; February 21, 2023; March 9, 2023; March 21, 2023; April 13, 2023; and April 18, 2023

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board continued a public hearing on Local Law H-V1 of 2022 to amend zoning regulations governing tree preservation, keeping it open until June 21, 2023. The board also approved a $107,756 contract for three pickleball courts at Mombasha Park and authorized the supervisor to sign a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 445 for Dial-A-Bus. Additional actions included a $34,368.45 budget amendment for state highway funding and a $5,700 transfer for emergency roof repairs at the highway garage.

• Continued public hearing on Local Law H-V1 of 2022 to amend Chapter 57 (Zoning) for tree preservation regulations (kept open until June 21, 2023)
• Approved $107,756 proposal from Sport Tech Construction for three pickleball courts and access roadway at Mombasha Park
• Authorized Town Supervisor to sign collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 445 (Dial-A-Bus Unit)
• Approved Budget Amendment #2023-02 reflecting $34,368.45 in NYS funding for CHIPS, PAVE NY, EWR, and POP
• Approved Budget Transfer #23-14 of $5,700 from Highway Contingency to Highway Repair & Maintenance for emergency roof repairs

The Town Board approved a construction proposal for three pickleball courts and an access road. The board also authorized a collective bargaining agreement for Dial-A-Bus and approved several seasonal hires for Smith's Clove Park. A public hearing regarding tree preservation regulations remains open until June 21, 2023.

• Approved $107,756 proposal for 3 pickleball courts and access road at Mombasha Park (5-0)
• Authorized Supervisor to sign Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local 445 Dial-A-Bus Unit (5-0)
• Kept public hearing open for Local Law H-V1 of 2022 regarding tree preservation until June 21, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $34,368.45 budget amendment for Highway Department NYS funding (5-0)
• Approved $5,700 budget transfer for emergency roof repairs on mechanics garage (5-0)
• Approved General Fund Abstract #23-08 totaling $99,345.72 (5-0)
• Approved Robert Nenna as Part-Time Watchguard at Smith's Clove Park at $14.20/hour (5-0)
• Approved Brendan Bernsley as Seasonal Recreation Attendant at $25/hour and Daniel McKeon as Seasonal Laborer at $18/hour (5-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Workshop Meeting

The Planning Board voted to adopt an amended negative declaration and approve an amended resolution for final approval of the DG Management subdivision project on Schunnemunk Road. The board also authorized the attorney to send a revised letter to the applicant for the Henry Farms project at Lakes Rd and Camp Monroe. Other items include discussion of BJ's Site Plan on Larkin Drive and approval of minutes from six prior meetings.

• DG Management (0172-2019) – amended negative declaration adopted and final resolution approved for subdivision on Schunnemunk Road
• Henry Farms (0209-2022) – attorney authorized to transmit revised letter for project at intersection of Lakes Rd and Camp Monroe
• BJ's Site Plan (0200-2021) – discussed (no vote) for property on Larkin Drive
• Minutes approved for October 18, 2022; February 21, March 9, March 21, April 13, and April 18, 2023

The Planning Board approved an amended negative declaration and final resolution for the DG Management project. The board also authorized a revised response letter to the Henry Farms applicant. Several other items, including the BJ's Site Plan and previous meeting minutes, were held over.

• Approved amended negative declaration for DG Management subdivision (4-0)
• Approved amended resolution for final approval of DG Management (4-0)
• Authorized Planning Board Attorney to send a revised letter to Henry Farms applicant (4-0)
• Tabled BJ's Site Plan review until May 16, 2023
• Tabled approval of minutes from October 18, 2022, February 21, 2023, March 9, 2023, March 21, 2023, April 13, 2023, and April 18, 2023

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board continued a public hearing on a local law to amend tree preservation regulations in the zoning code. The board also approved budget transfers, amendments, cash transfers, and claims totaling over $1.4 million, and hired a full-time bus driver.

• Continued public hearing on Local Law H-V1 of 2022 to amend Chapter 57 (Zoning) regarding tree preservation, kept open until May 15, 2023
• Approved Budget Amendment Abstract #2023-01 for $18,000 for transit consultant costs and federal reimbursement
• Approved Cash Transfer Abstract #2023-02 moving $880,000 to funds for May expenditures and NYCLASS investment
• Approved hiring of John Dowling as full-time Dial-A-Bus driver at $20/hour, effective May 2, 2023
• Approved General Fund Abstract #23-07 totaling $502,912.70 and Escrow Fund Abstract #23-03 totaling $17,659.61

The Town Board voted to keep the public hearing for Local Law H-V1 of 2022 regarding tree preservation regulations open until May 15, 2023. The board also approved several budget transfers, cash movements, and personnel changes.

• Extended public hearing for Local Law H-V1 of 2022 (Tree Preservation) to May 15, 2023 (4-0)
• Tabled April 17, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Budget Transfer Abstract #23-13 totaling $2,962.40 (4-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment Abstract #2023-01 for $18,000 (4-0)
• Approved Cash Transfer Abstract #2023-02 totaling $880,000 (4-0)
• Approved General Fund Abstract #23-07 totaling $502,912.70 (4-0)
• Approved Escrow Fund Abstract #23-03 totaling $17,659.61 (4-0)
• Approved hiring John Dowling as Full-Time Bus Driver at $20/hour (4-0)

TOWN OF MONROE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Town of Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals held public hearings for three properties and scheduled a new hearing. The board voted to continue the hearings for Lebovitz (34 Irene Drive) and Reynoso (701 Lakes Road) to May 30, 2023, and opened a hearing for Homeland Towers (24-26 Strauss Lane). A new project application from Wafa Safizadeh (1218 East Mombashia Road) was scheduled for a public hearing on May 30, 2023.

• Lebovitz (Z077-2023) at 34 Irene Drive – public hearing continued to May 30
• Glenis Reynoso (Z076-2022) at 701 Lakes Road – public hearing kept open until May 30
• Homeland Towers (Z073-2022) at 24-26 Strauss Lane – public hearing opened
• Wafa Safizadeh (Z078-2023) at 1218 East Mombashia Road – new project, public hearing scheduled for May 30
• Minutes from March 28, 2023, approved

The board took no final votes on pending applications. Public hearings for three separate property requests were either reopened or kept open for further review and discussion at the May 30, 2023 meeting.

• Closed and then reopened public hearing for 34 Irene Drive area variance (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 34 Irene Drive to May 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Opened public hearing for 701 Lakes Road addition (5-0)
• Kept public hearing open for 701 Lakes Road until May 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Discussed use variance for Homeland Towers wireless facility at 24-26 Strauss Lane; no vote taken

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The Planning Board approved a site plan special use permit for Brightview Management Inc. (Mountain View Community Shul) at 277 Mountainview Ave, and granted a negative declaration. The board also extended preliminary subdivision plan approval for DG Management on Schunnemunk Road to June 20, 2023, and approved a negative declaration for a Homeland Towers/Verizon wireless facility at 24-26 Strauss Lane. The board discussed a letter to the Town Board regarding a conservation cluster residential floating zone for Pallotti Village at 98 Harriman Heights Road, and reviewed minutes from prior meetings.

• Approved site plan special use permit for Mountain View Community Shul at 277 Mountainview Ave
• Extended preliminary subdivision plan approval for DG Management at Schunnemunk Road to June 20, 2023
• Approved negative declaration for Homeland Towers/Verizon wireless facility at 24-26 Strauss Lane
• Approved negative declaration for Mountainview Shul
• Discussed letter to Town Board on Pallotti Village conservation cluster residential floating zone at 98 Harriman Heights Road

The Planning Board and representatives for Henry Farms discussed the scope of review and timelines for a 70-lot subdivision amendment application. No formal decisions were made; the parties are refining the requirements for SEQRA and habitat assessments under a court stipulation.

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The board adopted Local Law 5/2023 creating a Two-Family Dwelling Overlay Zone north of Route 17 after a lengthy public hearing process. They also continued a public hearing on a law requiring utility companies to remove inactive, broken, or dormant poles within town boundaries. Community announcements highlighted the annual Clean Sweep, a job fair, and the Food Truck Festival.

• Adopted Local Law 5/2023 establishing a Two-Family Dwelling Overlay Zone for the area north of Route 17
• Continued public hearing on proposed Local Law A-v1 requiring utility companies to remove inactive, broken, or dormant poles
• Community announcements: Monroe Clean Sweep on April 22, job fair at Monroe-Woodbury High School on April 27, Food Truck Festival on June 17

The Town Board adopted Local Law No. 5 of 2023 to establish a Two-Family Dwelling Overlay for the area north of Route 17. The board also closed a public hearing regarding a law requiring utility companies to remove inactive or broken poles.

• Adopted Local Law No. 5/2023 establishing a Two-Family Dwelling Overlay zone north of Route 17 (3-0)
• Closed public hearing for Local Law E-V1 2021 regarding Two-Family Dwelling Overlay (3-0)
• Closed public hearing for Introductory Local Law No. A-v1 regarding removal of inactive utility poles (3-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Workshop Meeting

The Planning Board is holding a continued public hearing on the Homeland Towers/Verizon project at 24-26 Strauss Lane, where they granted a waiver from RPO design standards and extended the shot clock to June 20, 2023. They are also discussing returning projects including Pallotti Village, 17m Executive Offices, and 339 RT 17M Mixed Use Building, and will approve minutes from previous meetings. The board declared its intent to be lead agency for the 17m Executive Offices project.

• Homeland Towers/Verizon (SBL 3-1-19.2, 24-26 Strauss Lane) granted waiver from RPO design standards and shot clock extended to June 20, 2023
• Pallotti Village (SBL 33-1-1.21, 98 Harriman Heights Road) returning for discussion
• 17m Executive Offices (SBL 25-3-10, Rt 17M) — board declared intent to be lead agency and action classified as unlisted
• 339 RT 17M Mixed Use Building (SBL Rt 17M) returning for discussion
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2022; January 12, 2023; February 21, 2023; March 9, 2023; and March 21, 2023

The Planning Board approved waivers from RPO design standards for a wireless telecommunication facility at 24-26 Strauss Lane, allowing the structure to be located outside the unregulated area and pierce the skyline. The board also extended the project's shot clock to June 20, 2023. Members expressed a preference for a monopine design over a monopole.

• Approved waivers from RPO design standards regarding structure location and skyline piercing (4-0)
• Extended project shot clock to June 20, 2023 (4-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board held a meeting on April 3, 2023, continuing public hearings on proposed amendments to Chapter 57 (Zoning) to create a two-family dwelling overlay north of Route 17, on a local law with tree preservation regulations, and on improvements to Water Districts No. 14 and No. 8. All hearings were kept open to future dates. The board also received community announcements about a Clean Sweep event and a Food Truck Festival.

• Continuation of public hearing on amendments to Chapter 57 (Zoning) for a two-family dwelling overlay north of Route 17
• Continuation of public hearing on Local Law H-V1 of 2022 amending Chapter 57 (Zoning) concerning tree preservation regulations
• Continuation of public hearing on increase and improvement of facilities for Water District No. 14
• Continuation of public hearing on increase and improvement of facilities for Water District No. 8

The Town Board voted to keep public hearings open for two proposed zoning amendments. One concerns a two-family dwelling overlay and the other relates to tree preservation regulations.

• Kept open public hearing for Two-Family Dwelling Overlay (Local Law E-V1 2021) until April 17, 2023 (5-0)
• Opened continuation of public hearing for Tree Preservation regulations (Local Law H-V1 of 2022) (5-0)

TOWN OF MONROE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals opened a public hearing for a property at 34 Irene Drive (Lebovitz, Z077-2023). The board also scheduled public hearings for April 25, 2023, on Homeland Towers at 24-26 Strauss Lane and Glenis Reynoso at 701 Lakes Road. Minutes from January and February 2023 were approved.

• Public hearing opened for Lebovitz at 34 Irene Drive (Z077-2023)
• Public hearing scheduled for April 25, 2023 for Homeland Towers at 24-26 Strauss Lane (Z073-2022)
• Public hearing scheduled for April 25, 2023 for Glenis Reynoso at 701 Lakes Road (Z076-2022)
• January 24, 2023 minutes approved
• February 28, 2023 minutes approved

The board approved the minutes from January and February 2023. It scheduled or held open public hearings for a residential replacement project at 34 Irene Drive, a wireless facility at 24-26 Strauss Lane, and variances for 701 Lakes Road.

• Opened public hearing for 34 Irene Drive residential project (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Homeland Towers wireless facility at 24-26 Strauss Lane for April 25, 2023 (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 701 Lakes Road variances for April 25, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved January 24, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Approved February 28, 2023 minutes (4-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The Town of Monroe Planning Board continued a public hearing for Homeland Towers & Verizon Wireless on Strauss Lane, adjourning it to an April workshop. The board deemed the DEIS for Monroe Commons on Nininger Road incomplete and gave until March 31 for additional comments. It approved a temporary permit for trailers for Congregation Sheri Torah and a second amended resolution for BJ's site plan on Larkin Drive. Several prior meeting minutes were also approved with corrections.

• Continued public hearing for Homeland Towers & Verizon Wireless at 24-26 Strauss Lane; adjourned to April 13, 2023 workshop
• DEIS for Monroe Commons on Nininger Road ruled incomplete; comment deadline extended to March 31, 2023
• Approved temporary permit for trailers for Congregation Sheri Torah at 49 Larkin Drive
• Approved second amended resolution for BJ's site plan on Larkin Drive (board member recused)
• Approved minutes from seven previous meetings (August 2022 through January 2023) with corrections

The Planning Board adjourned the public hearing for a proposed Homeland Towers and Verizon Wireless cell tower to a future date. Additionally, the board determined that the preliminary Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for Monroe Commons is not complete and requires revisions.

• Adjourned Homeland Towers & Verizon Wireless public hearing until April 13, 2023 (5-0)
• Found Monroe Commons preliminary DEIS to be not complete

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board continued a public hearing on proposed zoning amendments to establish a Two-Family Dwelling Overlay north of Route 17, with a decision postponed until April 3, 2023. The Board also adopted an order after public hearing to create the DG Management Park District, a 5.79-acre park district for a 10-lot subdivision off Oreco Terrace, with annual maintenance costs estimated at $250 per lot or $150 per residential unit. Community announcements included the March 29 Monroe Open House, April 22 Clean Sweep with free tire recycling and shredding, and the June 17 Food Truck Festival.

• Continued public hearing on Local Law E-V1 2021 amendments to Chapter 57 (Zoning) for a Two-Family Dwelling Overlay north of Route 17
• Adopted Order After Public Hearing establishing the DG Management Park District for a 9.5-acre parcel on Oreco Terrace, with annual maintenance cost estimate of $2,250
• Monroe Open House set for March 29 at Town Hall, offering tax payments, dog licenses, E-ZPass, hunting/fishing licenses, marriage licenses, and notary services
• Monroe Clean Sweep on April 22 with free tire recycling (rimless) and paper shredding at St. Anastasia Church parking lot
• 2023 Town of Monroe Food Truck Festival announced for June 17 at O&R Park

The Town Board approved the creation of the DG Management Park District to maintain open space for a proposed 10-lot subdivision. The board also kept open a public hearing regarding a two-family dwelling zoning overlay.

• Established the DG Management Park District (Resolution 2023-#177)
• Kept open the public hearing for the Two-Family Dwelling Overlay until April 3, 2023 (Resolution 2023-#176)
• Opened the continuation of the public hearing for the Two-Family Dwelling Overlay (Resolution 2023-#175)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Workshop Meeting

The Town of Monroe Planning Board workshop addressed several development proposals. The board approved a preliminary final minor subdivision for J Squared Builders Inc. at Harriman Heights Road and issued a Negative Declaration (environmental non-significance) for the Pallotti Village project. A letter was authorized for the Henry Farm project at Lakes Road and Camp Monroe Road. New projects discussed include 17m Executive Offices on Route 17M and Smith Farm Open Space D on Gilbert Street and Smith Farm Road.

• Approved preliminary final minor subdivision for J Squared Builders Inc. at Harriman Heights Road.
• Issued a Negative Declaration for the Pallotti Village project at 98 Harriman Heights Road.
• Authorized letter to Henry Farm applicant (Lakes Rd and Camp Monroe Rd).
• Discussed new projects: 17m Executive Offices (Rt 17M) and Smith Farm Open Space D (Gilbert St and Smith Farm Rd).
• Approved minutes from August 2022 through February 2023.

The Planning Board authorized the finalization of a review letter for the Henry Farms project. The board also reviewed proposals for new executive offices on Route 17M and a request for additional fill at Smith Farm Open Space D.

• Authorized Ms. Torre to finalize the letter to the Henry Farms applicant (4-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board continued multiple public hearings to future dates, including proposed zoning amendments for a two-family dwelling overlay north of Route 17, tree preservation regulations, and the Arrow Park Water District. The board closed the public hearing for the DG Management Park District and directed counsel to draft an order to establish the district. Community announcements included tax season information, an open house on March 29, and a community training event with police and ambulance on March 18.

• Closed public hearing for DG Management Park District, ordering counsel to draft an order to establish the park district on March 20
• Continued public hearing on proposed zoning amendments for two-family dwelling overlay north of Route 17 to March 20
• Continued public hearing on tree preservation regulations (Local Law H-V1) to March 20
• Continued public hearing for proposed Arrow Park Water District to June 5
• Community training event March 18 hosted by Monroe Police and Volunteer Ambulance

The Town Board closed the public hearing for the DG Management Park District and requested counsel to draft the establishing order. Three other public hearings regarding zoning and water districts were kept open for future dates.

• Closed public hearing for DG Management Park District and requested draft Order After Public Hearing for March 20, 2023 (5-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Two-Family Dwelling Overlay (Local Law E-V1 2021) until March 20, 2023 (5-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Tree Preservation regulations (Local Law H-V1 of 2022) until March 20, 2023 (5-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Proposed Arrow Park Water District until June 5, 2023 (5-0)
• Accepted February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

TOWN OF MONROE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved minutes from previous meetings and set a March 28, 2023 public hearing for the Lebovitz variance application at 34 Irene Drive. The board also discussed the Homeland Towers project at 24-26 Strauss Lane but no decision was recorded.

• Set public hearing for Lebovitz (Z077-2023) at 34 Irene Drive for March 28, 2023
• Discussed Homeland Towers (Z073-2022) at 24-26 Strauss Lane as a returning project
• Approved minutes from November 22, 2022
• Approved minutes from January 24, 2023

The Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled a public hearing for a proposed home reconstruction on Irene Drive following requests for application amendments. The board also approved the meeting minutes from November 22, 2022.

• Scheduled public hearing for March 28, 2023, regarding Lebovitz residence reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved November 22, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The Monroe Planning Board voted to authorize the attorney to prepare a draft approval for the Henry Farm project at Lakes Rd and Camp Monroe Road, and continued the public hearing for a Verizon Wireless tower on Strauss Lane until March 21. The board also extended preliminary approval for DG Management on Schunnemunk Road and authorized an approval resolution for Sheri Torah on Larkin Drive, pending final comments. Several other returning projects were discussed without votes.

• Henry Farm (SBL 29-1-2.52) – board authorized attorney to draft approval for March meeting
• Homeland Towers & Verizon Wireless (24-26 Strauss Lane) – public hearing continued to March 21
• DG Management (Schunnemunk Road) – preliminary approval extended 60 days for final resolution
• Sheri Torah (49 Larkin Drive) – attorney authorized to begin approval resolution pending final comments
• Minutes approved from August 11, October 13, October 18, December 8, and December 20, 2022

The Planning Board extended the preliminary approval for the DG Management project on Schunnemunk Road by 60 days. The board also authorized its attorney to prepare a draft response for the Henry Farm project and continued the public hearing for a proposed cell tower on Strauss Lane.

• Authorized Planning Board Attorney to prepare a draft response for Henry Farm (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for Homeland Towers & Verizon Wireless cell tower until March 21, 2023 (4-0)
• Extended preliminary approval for DG Management at SBL # 69-1-1.2 for 60 days (4-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Town Board voted to amend the fee schedule to implement Local Law 3/2023 requiring a registry of rental properties, with fees of $500/unit application, $100/unit initial permit, $50/unit annual renewal, and $100/unit fire inspection. The board also set a public hearing for March 6, 2023 on the DG Management Park District, approved $6,528,000 in cash transfers to investment funds, authorized an engineering agreement for Water District #1 tank and pump station modifications, and awarded a bid for septage cleaning and hauling services for the Moodna Basin Joint Operations Commission.

• Set public hearing for March 6, 2023 on DG Management Park District
• Approved cash transfers of $6,528,000 to NYCLASS investment funds from various town accounts
• Authorized engineering agreement for pressure tank replacement and pump station modifications in Water District #1
• Awarded bid for 2023 septage cleaning and hauling services for Moodna Basin Joint Operations Commission
• Amended fee schedule to establish rental property registry with fees: $500/unit application, $100/unit initial permit, $50/unit renewal, $100/unit fire inspection

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board continued multiple public hearings, including a proposed zoning amendment to allow two-family dwellings north of Route 17. The board also continued hearings on improvements to Water Districts No. 14 and No. 8, and opened, then closed a hearing to establish the DG Management Drainage District. Routine community announcements and procedural motions were also on the agenda.

• Continued public hearing on proposed amendments to Local Law E-V1 2021 to establish a Two-Family Dwelling Overlay north of Route 17
• Continued public hearing on increase and improvement of facilities for Water District No. 14
• Continued public hearing on increase and improvement of facilities for Water District No. 8
• Opened and closed public hearing on establishment of the DG Management Drainage District; order following hearing to be considered
• Recognized Monroe-Woodbury student Collin Gilstrap as Gatorade NY Boys Cross Country Player of the Year

The Town Board established the DG Management Drainage District for a proposed 10-lot residential subdivision. Additionally, the board voted to keep three other public hearings open regarding zoning and water district improvements.

• Established the DG Management Drainage District (4-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Two-Family Dwelling Overlay zoning amendments until March 6, 2023 (4-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Water District No. 14 facility improvements until April 3, 2023 (4-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Water District No. 8 facility improvements until April 3, 2023 (4-0)

TOWN OF MONROE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of Appeals made appointments and approved the 2023 meeting schedule. They discussed a new project at 34 Irene Drive (Lebovitz) and extended the shot clock for the Homeland Towers project at 24-26 Strauss Lane. Minutes from November 22, 2022, were approved.

• Appointment of Steven Thau as Deputy Chair for 2023
• Appointment of Ferrick, Nugent & MacCartney as legal counsel for 2023
• Approval of 2023 ZBA meeting schedule
• New project Lebovitz (Z077-2023) at 34 Irene Drive
• Extension of shot clock for Homeland Towers (Z073-2022) at 24-26 Strauss Lane

The Zoning Board of Appeals appointed a Deputy Chairman and legal counsel for the 2023 term and approved the 2023 meeting schedule. The board also extended the shot clock for the Homeland Towers project. A request for a lot area variance at 34 Irene Drive remains under review pending further documentation.

• Appointed Steven Thau as Deputy Chair for Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Ferrick, Nugent and MacCartney as legal counsel for Jan 1 to Dec 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved 2023 ZBA meeting schedule (5-0)
• Extended the shot clock for Homeland Towers and authorized legal counsel to sign the extension letter (5-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Regular Meeting

The Monroe Planning Board continued a public hearing for a Verizon wireless tower at 24-26 Strauss Lane until February 21, 2023. The board also closed a hearing for a Mountainview Shul project and approved the minutes from October and November 2022.

• Continued public hearing for Verizon tower at 24-26 Strauss Lane
• Closed public hearing for Mountainview Shul at Mountainview Ave
• Authorized attorney to send letter on two-family housing to Town Board
• Approved minutes from October 13, 2022
• Approved minutes from November 15, 2022

The Planning Board held the first public hearing regarding a proposed 100-foot Homeland Towers and Verizon Wireless facility on Strauss Lane. The board voted to continue the public hearing and extend the shot clock for the application.

• Opened public hearing for Homeland Towers & Verizon Wireless site at Strauss Lane (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for Homeland Towers and Verizon Wireless until February 21, 2023 (5-0)
• Extended the shot clock until April 18, 2023 (5-0)

Town of Monroe Planning Board Workshop Meeting

The Town of Monroe Planning Board appointed Naughton & Torre, LLP as board attorney (represented by Ashley Torre) and MHE Engineering as board engineer (represented by Shawn Arnott) for 2023. The board also assumed lead agency for the Henry Farm project at the intersection of Lakes Road and Camp Monroe Road and declared intent to be lead agency for the Mandel subdivision at 129 Cromwell Hill Road. Discussion items included feedback on the two-family law requested by the Town Board and the Monroe Commons project on Nininger Road.

• Appointment of Naughton & Torre, LLP as planning board attorney for 2023
• Appointment of MHE Engineering as planning board engineer for 2023
• Assume lead agency for Henry Farm project (Lakes Road and Camp Monroe Road)
• Declare intent to be lead agency for Mandel subdivision at 129 Cromwell Hill Road
• Discussion on two-family law feedback requested by Town Board

The Planning Board appointed Naughton & Torre, LLP as attorneys and MHE Engineering as engineers for 2023. The board also assumed lead agency status for the Henry Farm and Mandel Subdivision projects.

• Appointed Naughton & Torre, LLP as board attorneys for 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed MHE Engineering as board engineers for 2023 (5-0)
• Assumed lead agency status for Henry Farm project as an unlisted action (5-0)
• Retained consultants Karen Arent, Dave Tompkins, and Frank Getchell for Henry Farm review (5-0)
• Declared intent to be lead agency for 129 Cromwell Hill Road Minor Subdivision (5-0)
• Classified 129 Cromwell Hill Road Minor Subdivision as an unlisted action (5-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The Monroe Town Board held a meeting on January 9, 2023, consisting largely of procedural motions to open and continue public hearings on several proposed local laws. No final votes were taken on the laws themselves; hearings were extended to February 2023 or kept open for written comment.

• Continued public hearing on proposed zoning amendment to create a two-family dwelling overlay north of Route 17 (Local Law E-V1 2021); next hearing February 6, 2023
• Continued public hearing on improvements to Water District No. 14; next hearing February 6, 2023
• Closed public hearing on Local Law F-V1 2022 to establish a rental property registry; written comments open 10 days, adoption anticipated February 6, 2023
• Continued public hearing on Local Law H-V1 2022 amending tree preservation regulations (Chapter 57 Zoning); next hearing February 15, 2023
• Opened public hearing on amendments to Local Law 7/2022 concerning building construction administration (Chapter 23 of Town Code)

The Town Board closed the public hearing for Local Law F-V1 2022 to establish a rental property registry, with adoption expected February 6. Several other public hearings regarding zoning, water facilities, and tree preservation remain open.

• Closed public hearing for Local Law F-V1 2022 rental property registry; written comments open for 10 days (4-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Two-Family Dwelling Overlay zoning amendments until February 6, 2023 (4-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Water District No. 14 facility improvements until February 6, 2023 (4-0)
• Kept open public hearing for Local Law H-V1 2022 tree preservation regulations until February 15, 2023 (4-0)
• Opened public hearing for amendments to Local Law 7/2022 Chapter 23 Building Construction Administration (4-0)

MONROE TOWN BOARD RE-ORGANIZATIONAL AGENDA

This is a re-organizational meeting of the Monroe Town Board. The board approved a series of appointments for town officers and staff, including an Acting Supervisor, Tax Collector, and various deputies. The agenda is primarily procedural with no substantive policy decisions.

• Appointed Councilman Mike McGinn as Acting Supervisor for 2023
• Appointed Valerie Bitzer as Tax Collector and Registrar of Vital Statistics
• Appointed Patricia Kasch as 1st Deputy Tax Collector and 1st Deputy Town Clerk
• Appointed MHE as Town Engineer for 2023
• Approved the 2023 Town Board meeting schedule

The Town Board appointed various municipal officers, board members, and legal counsel for the 2023 term. Key appointments included the Acting Supervisor, Tax Collector, and chairs for the Planning and Zoning boards.

• Appointed Councilman McGinn as Acting Supervisor through 12/31/23
• Appointed Valerie Bitzer as Tax Collector, Registrar of Vital Statistics, and Town Marriage Officer
• Appointed Naughton & Torre, LLP as Planning Board Attorney at $250/hour
• Appointed Feerick Nugent MacCartney PLLC as Town Counsel and Zoning Board of Appeals Attorney
• Appointed Bonnie Franson as Planning Board Chairperson through 12/31/23
• Appointed Francis Postiglione as Zoning Board of Appeals Chairperson through 12/31/23
• Appointed Thomas Sullivan as Board of Ethics Chairperson and Member
• Appointed MHE as Town Engineer through 12/31/23