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<br />MINiJTES
<br />ORANGE COUNTY PLANNING BOARD
<br />JUNE 7, 2006
<br />REGULAR MEETING
<br />MEMBERS PRESENT: Jay Bryan, Chapel Hill Representative (Chair); Brian Dobyns, Cheeks
<br />Township Representative; Craufuxd Goodwin, Hillsborough Representative; Michelle
<br />Kempinski, Cedaz Grove Township At-Large; Joel Knight, Little River Representative; Sam
<br />Lasris, Cedar Grove Township At-Large; Sandra Quinn, Eno Representative; Renee Price-
<br />Saunders, Hillsborough Representative (Vice-Chair); Jeff Schmitt, Cedaz Grove Township At-
<br />Large
<br />MEMBERS ABSENT: Brian Crawford, Eno Township At-Large; Bernadette Pelissier, Bingham
<br />Representative; Judith Wegner, Bingham Township At-Large
<br />OTHERS PRESENT: Craig Benedict, Planning Director, Robert Davis, Current Planning
<br />Supervisor, Eddie ICirlc, Planner II, Tom Altieri, Comprehensive Planning Supervisor, Perdita
<br />Holtz, Planner II, Leigh Jones, Intern, Sherri Ingersoll, Administrative Assistant II, Tom Heffner,
<br />developer, Jack Smyxe, developer, Leo Allison, Vivian Phillips, Kip Weinert, Robin Taylor-Hall
<br />AGENDA ITEM #9: WESTHAMPTON
<br />Eddie I{irk: (Reviewed abstract) This preliminary plan is consistent with the concept plan that
<br />was previously presented, with a couple of minor revisions. The Surveyor, when surveying the
<br />property, found out that there were 9..34 more acres than originally thought, so one additional lot
<br />was created. There are now 191ots proposed, rather than 18. The average lot size has increased,
<br />and the same 41 % of open space was maintained. As a result of the additional lot, an additional
<br />road has been added. Staff has recommended the connection with the Pedeshian Open Space
<br />Areas, and with ERCD's request far dedication along Phil's Creek, Staff would like to have an
<br />access to the trail.
<br />Jack Smyre: Since you last saw the concept plan, the County has ascertained that there aze
<br />suitable soils for' the development, and maintained the 41 % open space, which is a ]azge margin.
<br />We aze in agreement with Staff's recommendations, but we disagree with Staff's
<br />recommendation on page 8, item E-3. We aze supportive of the trail concept along Phil's Creek
<br />made by ERCD, and will dedicate the land for that cause. There are numerous ways for
<br />residents to access the trail. Rich Shaw of ERCD was unaware of the request for the additional
<br />access, and our concern is thrat not only is it unnecessary, it will create a de facto trailhead for the
<br />public. The trail is intended for the neighborhood's use, not a public access.
<br />Renee Price-Saunders: Regazding Phil's Creek, if this land is dedicated, wouldn't that decrease
<br />the acreage for lots 1 and 2, and 15,
<br />Jack Smyre: That area is shown on the plans as across-hatched area, and is a stream buffer. It is
<br />not a public access azea.
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