The P&Z commission chair Margarita Alban repeatedly told the applicant not to get too far along with plans until working with the Connecticut Dept of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), noting the primary issue was that the property was the flood hazard zone. Continue Reading →
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P&Z Watch: Cries for Real Grass at Western Middle School Won’t Delay Start of Remediation Work
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The application was broken into two parts so the remediation can begin. But the BOE must return with a landscaping and lighting plan. The P&Z commission chair said there was a history of them not fulfilling conditions of approval requiring trees to be replaced, especially at GHS. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Schools, Al Shehadi, Brian Phillips, Dan Watson, DEEP, Dr. Greg Kramer, Elizabeth Dempsey
Greenwich Harbor Dredge First Step: $500,000 in Federal Funding for Sediment Testing
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A press conference marked the appropriation of $500,000 of federal funding to conduct tests of sediment in Greenwich Harbor to determine how to safely dispose of it safely. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, Army Corps of Engineers, DEEP, Delamar Hotel, ferries, Fred Camillo, Greenwich Harbor
Public Hearing: After 7 Lost Years, Community Urges Regulatory Agencies to Proceed with WMS Field Remediation
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The community turned out in force to endorse Langan’s proposed Alternative #2 for removal of two feet of soil. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Schools, Sports, AECOM, artificial turf, chlorinated solvents, Clare Kilgallen, contaminated soil
Binney Park Pond Cleanup Under Way after Diesel Fuel Leak
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“During Wednesday’s cleanup efforts, approximately 1,300 gallons of oily water were recovered and removed from the site removing the bulk material released.” – Fire Marshal Chris Practico Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Police & Fire, Binney Park, Binney Park Pond, Binney Pond, Chris Pratico, DEEP, diesel oil
P&Z Watch: Unauthorized Bridge Deterring Public Access to Mead Point Tidal Pond Must Go Prior to Permit
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DEEP said the tidal pond was part of Long Island Sound and therefore part of the public trust. P&Z said an unapproved bridge connecting causeway to land must be removed prior to zoning permits to construct mansion, pool and cabana. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, Arn Welles, Brian Thompson, DEEP, Katie DeLuca, Laura di Bonaventura, Margarita Alban
P&Z Watch: Proposed Development at Tip of Mead Point Threatens “An Ecological Treasure”
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“It is what Greenwich Point would be had it been left undisturbed.” – Laura di Bonaventura Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, Arn Welles, Arnold Welles, Climate Change, Conservation Commission, CT Dept of Energy and Environmental Protection, DEEP
Work Outside! DEEP Launches 2021 Seasonal Recruitment Effort
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Exciting Outdoor Work Opportunities Available, Diverse Applicants Strongly Encouraged to Apply. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, DEEP, Mason Trumble, seasonal employemnt
RTM Votes to Implement Tipping Fees at Town Dump; Kills Pay As You Throw
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Town administration will determine the timing for implementation of tipping fees. Residential and commercial customers can expect the rates local haulers charge to increase. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Beth MacGillivray, Cheryl Moss, DEEP, Fred Camillo, haulers, Henry Orphys, Holly Hill
Diving Into Pay As You Throw Proposal for Municipal Solid Waste in Greenwich
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On Monday a workshop format meeting in First Selectman Camillo’s office included discussion on Pay As You Throw. There was discussion of unintended consequences and the possibility of instituting tipping fees for residents and private haulers instead. Continue Reading →