John Lynch

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on various applications, including a renovation of a house of worship, construction of a storage container and building additions, additions to existing schools, expansion of a supermarket and warehouse-retail center, resubdivision of lots, and additions to an existing shopping center. The hearings will also cover potential environmental impacts pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA).

The agenda includes discussions and approvals for various subdivision and site plan applications at different addresses, including SEQRA reviews and referrals to the ZBA. Specific projects mentioned involve Haverstraw Road, Diltz Road, Old Nyack Turnpike, Saddle River Road, Park Lane, Decatur Ave, Ladentown Road, and Route 59. The agenda also lists the adoption of Planning Board minutes and mentions projects related to Town Square Business Park and specific LLCs and congregations.

This resolution adopts the SEQRA Findings Statement on amendments to the 2004 Comprehensive Plan and Town Zoning Map. The statement details a multi-year review process involving public hearings, scoping sessions, the preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) and Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS), and consideration of public and agency comments. Key discussion points include the rezoning of approximately 27.6 acres for multifamily housing, mitigation measures to address potential environmental impacts (soil erosion, stormwater management, impacts to vegetation, wildlife, and wetlands), and the overall finding that the proposed action is approvable with the implementation of specified mitigation measures.

The comprehensive plan for the Town of Ramapo focuses on establishing an overall plan with recommended actions relevant to the current and future needs of the area. It aims to provide a balance between accommodating anticipated population growth and preserving the quality of life and natural resources. The plan serves as a policy document outlining a vision for the future, guiding decision-makers, residents, and organizations in both the short and long term. It addresses various subject matters, including quality of life, natural resources, and community services, and identifies specific planning recommendations and implementation strategies.