BOROUGH OF STONINGTON

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

REGULAR MEETING

November 10, 2009 7:30PM Borough Hall

ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by Chairman Vail at 7:30 PM. In attendance were Bob Abramson, Brian Krafjack, Lissa van Dyke, Doug Lyons, Betsy Carr, and Derick Nicholas. Zoning Officer David Atkinson was also in attendance.

NEW BUSINESS: None

OTHER BUSINESS: Discussion on the existing marina at 31 Front Street. David Atkinson referred to a packet of information regarding an application to DEP and their tentative approval of an existing marina at 31 Front Street. The marina has been in existence for approximately 30 years. Michael Blair and Ingrid Fedderson presented information and historical data on the existence of the marina, and that no changes to the buildings or the docks were planned. Parking would be provided as per a plan submitted by Fedderson. The Commission determined that the marina has been in existence since before the Zoning Regulations, and they had no comment on the DEP application.

Discussion on the bond at 32 Water Street. The Commission went into Executive Session at 7:45 PM to discuss to legal matters related to the performance bond for 32 Water Street. Executive Session ended at 9:45 PM

ZONING OFFICER’S REPORT: Atkinson reviewed a proposed sign for the Orchard Street Inn to be placed on the side of Noah’s Restaurant. There is no provision in the Zoning Regulations that allow commercial businesses to have signs on property other that for where the sign is advertising. The Commission determined the sign is not allowed.

PUBLIC COMMENT: None

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: September 8, 2009. Motion to approve made by van Dyke, seconded by Nicholas. Vote in favor unanimous.

ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn made by Carr, seconded by Lyons. Vote in favor unanimous. Meeting adjourned at 10:00 PM.