Village of Baldwinsville
Planning Board Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 26, 2021 7:30 P.M.
Approved March 23, 2021
Via Zoom
PRESENT:   Nate Collins, Chairman
Nicole Schlater
Terrie King
John Tonello
Mike Mazoway
Gary Peterson
Bob Scherfling

ALTERNATE:  Mark Jenkins
ALSO PRESENT: Jamie Sutphen, Attorney
Gregg Humphrey, CEO
Mary Augustus, Board Secretary
Guests:  John Anderson, MacKnight Architects
              Joseph Hucko, Washington Street Partners
              Patrick Scutari, Washington Street Partners
Pledge of Allegiance
                  Motion by Ms. King to approve Minutes from August 25, 2020 Planning Board Meeting, with the correction on page two (2) “Mr. Humphrey stated” second by Mr. Tonello.       Carried 7:0         
                 19-21 E. Genesee Street-Baldwinsville Village Commons/site plan
Mr. Joseph Hucko and Mr. Patrick Scutari, from Washington Street Partners owners of Baldwinsville Village Commons located at 31 East Genesee Street were present this evening to address the Board.  Mr. John Anderson, from MacKnight Architect was also present for this meeting.
There has been a site plan (ST-1) and a floor plan (A-100) submitted by Washington Street Partners to develop open garage port in the rear of the plaza located at 31 E. Genesee St. to retail space.     
Mr. Hucko explained the existing building is rectangular in shape. They would like to transform them into store fronts/mixed used facilities. This property was originally Gould Pump, after closing Washington Street Partners developed this area into a mall.  Over the last 16 years they have had almost a 100 percent occupancy.  Mr. Hucko stated, he believes this is a unique space and they would like to continue to invest in the village to expand the project by reusing the carports.  There has already been interested parties in the location.
Mr. Anderson would like to discuss the site plan ST-1, site plan.  The proposed project is a steel building on the Northwest end of the existing mall, perpendicular to East Genesee Street.  The idea is to add front windows and entrances to the front of the building.  Mr. Anderson continued to review the plans showing the new sidewalk improvements and the pedestrian connections to the existing building.  Mr. Mazoway questioned the sidewalk lay out on the east end of the carport on the site plan compared to the A-100 floor plan “the sidewalks do not a line up”.  Mr. Anderson stated the site plan would be the one to look at, A-100, the floor plan is just a reference.  Mr. Mazoway was looking for clarity.  Mr. Hucko intervened by explaining that their idea was to make this project more pedestrian friendly by constructing a sidewalk behind the existing fitness center to the North of the carport project with access to the parking area on Virginia Street.  
Mr. Tonello asked if there would be a variance that would be needed, due to the building is on the property line.  Mr. Humphrey explained that is a B-2 zoning and there would not be a requirement for a variance because this is an existing building, and they are not extending any non-conformities.
To Mr. Mazoway, it was his understanding there would not be any plumbing in this building.  Mr. Hucko stated they would pour new sidewalks and concrete flooring in the units and have plans to run plumbing at that time with flexibility for the end user.  He continued to say there is a plan to have detached bathrooms, again this depends on the end users request.  The bathrooms would be shared between the tenants, this was designed due to the fact theses spaces are small and the tenants may not want the extra space used for bathrooms.  
Mr. Collins asked if additional parking spaces were needed, Mr. Humphrey stated there were more than enough parking spaces already.   
Mr. Scherfling inquired about HVAC units for the proposed project.  Mr. Hucko explained, they had options with this matter and will have this determined when submitting the final site plan.  Having operable windows would also be considered for fresh air and ventilation.  Depending on what is used Mr. Hucko is aware the units if used must be screened.  
Ms. Sutphen stated this project would be eligible for approval, it does not have to go to the County and does not require a Public Hearing. This is a Type II Action and does not require any further SEQRA review.

Mr. Scherfling is concerned about the elevation behind the fitness center and the idea of Washington Street Partners are considering placing a sidewalk in that location.  The Board discussed this with the applicant to some length.  

The Board has decided to table this matter and schedule another meeting with the applicant.  The Board has requested completed drawings on the following:
•	Completed sidewalks plans from carport building to the rear of the fitness center to Virginia Street including grading and slope of the proposed sidewalk.
•	Detailed plans for retaining wall if needed
•	Outdoor seating area
•	Removal and/or salvage of existing trees and landscaping
•	Side and rear elevations of garage spaces
•	Removal or additional fencing
•	Mechanicals/screening
The Board will review the new site plans submitted by Washington Street Partners if completed at the February 23, 2021 meeting.
Motion by Mr. Scherfling to adjourn the meeting at 8:11 p.m. second by Mr.  Mazoway                                        Carried 7:0
Respectfully Submitted,
Mary E. Augustus
Planning Board Secretary