Environmental Impact Commission

Posted in City of Danbury Town Clerk’s office on June 26, 2025 at 9:56 a.m. CITY OF DANBURY 155 DEER HILL AVENUE DANBURY, CONNECTICUT 06810 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT COMMISSION (203) 797-4525 www.danbury-ct.gov (203) 797-4586 (FAX) REGULAR MEETING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT COMMISSION MINUTES CITY HALL – 155 DEER HILL AVENUE City Council Chambers Wednesday, June 11, 2025 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Chairman Matthew Rose called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Present by roll call: John Schwartz, Elizabeth Falk, Geoff Herald, Mark Massoud, Gary Dufel, and Michael Flanagan. Staff present was Melissa Llera, Secretary, and Larry Liebman, Environmental Compliance Inspector. Chairman Rose seated alternate Gary Dufel for Cristina Britton. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Geoff Herald. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES: May 28, 2025 Motion to accept the minutes of May 28, 2025 as presented was made by Elizabeth Falk; seconded by Geoff Herald. No remarks. All in favor with Ayes of those eligible to vote: John Schwartz, Elizabeth Falk, Geoff Herald, Mark Massoud, Gary Dufel, Michael Flanagan, and Matthew Rose. Next regular meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2025. OLD BUSINESS: #1241 128 Great Plain Road, Brito, Riceli, Ralph Gallagher Jr., Agent; (J07050), RA-20 Zone, Addition to existing dwelling Chairman Rose informed the Commission that the applicant requested the matter be tabled. Motion to table No. 1241, 128 Great Plain Road, until the next regularly scheduled meeting was made by Geoff Herald; seconded by Michael Flanagan. All in favor with Ayes: EIC Minutes – June 11, 2025 Page 2 John Schwartz, Elizabeth Falk, Geoff Herald, Mark Massoud, Gary Dufel, Michael Flanagan, and Matthew Rose. #1236 15A Mountainville Road, Besharat, William; (J18006), RA-80 Zone, Construction of single family dwelling, along with driveway, retaining walls, septic system, etc. Chairman Rose informed the Commission that the applicant requested the matter be tabled. Motion to table No. 1236, 15A Mountainville Road, until the next regularly scheduled meeting was made by Elizabeth Falk; seconded by Michael Flanagan. All in favor with Ayes: John Schwartz, Elizabeth Falk, Geoff Herald, Mark Massoud, Gary Dufel, Michael Flanagan, and Matthew Rose. #1237 5 Tarrywile Lake Road, Matera, Gene; (H17172), RA-20 Zone, Rear yard improvements including retaining walls, plantings, swimming pool, dock, etc. Chairman Rose informed the Commission that the applicant requested the matter be tabled. Motion to table No. 1237, 5 Tarrywile Lake Road, until the next regularly scheduled meeting was made by Geoff Herald; seconded by Elizabeth Falk. All in favor with Ayes: John Schwartz, Elizabeth Falk, Geoff Herald, Mark Massoud, Gary Dufel, Michael Flanagan, and Matthew Rose. VIOLATIONS: 1. Notice of Violation: 196-200 Franklin Street Extension No discussion occurred regarding this violation. 2. Notice of Violation: 111 Coalpit Hill Road No discussion occurred regarding this violation. 3. Notice of Violation: 124 Franklin St No discussion occurred regarding this violation. 4. Notice of Violation: 18 Spruce Mountain Road No discussion occurred regarding this violation. 5. Notice of Violation: 5 Oak Lane Mr. Liebman informed the Commission that the property is on the water. There was fill brought in which is now moving towards the water. OTHER MATTERS: EIC Minutes – June 11, 2025 Page 3 1. Working Group Updates Ms. Falk said at the last meeting they working on the Preamble and first section of the Regulations; comparing Danbury Regulations to the DEEP model regulations. The next meeting will be June 16th at 4 p.m. at City Hall. They will continue to the next two sections. CORRESPONDENCE: Geoff Herald informed the Commission that the tree in honor of Bernie Gallo will be planted on June 18th or June 19th at the Museum on Main Street. ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn was made by Geoff Herald; seconded by Michael Flanagan. All in favor with Ayes: John Schwartz, Elizabeth Falk, Geoff Herald, Mark Massoud, Gary Dufel, Michael Flanagan, and Matthew Rose. Meeting adjourned at 7:09 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Melissa Llera Recording Secretary