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Minutes · Nov 18, 2021

November 18, 2021 Regular Meeting

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Mr. Petry said that there is no information and sound is only monitored at the property line. - Ms. Feinsod followed up by asking if there were complaints with the tent. Mr. Petry said that question is better suited for the applicant. Break 9:36-9:47P.M. I. Schwarzbaum announced to the public that this application noticed within 200 feet. Applicants rely on list from the Tax Assessor’s Office and according to Ms. Alice Beirne there was compliance in regards to this application. Presentation - Nickolas Katsanos, Applicant (General Manager, son of owner, and present during this and previous meeting) sworn under oath. o Mr. Katsanos stated that he currently regulates occupancy mentally but will use a clicker method to stay under 182 occupants. o Mr. Katsanos confirmed that there will be no live entertainment/speakers on deck. o Mr. Katsanos said that onsite parking and additional parking at the Bowling Alley is under negotiations for 20 employee spaces. He confirmed that they will adhere until it is time to reappear before the Zoning Board. o Mr. Katsanos confirmed that he has not received any complaints from the municipality in regards to lighting or sound in Crown View. Board Questions - Mr. Schwarzbaum asked about the hours of operation. Mr. Katsanos said pre COVID they were open 24 hours. Now, they are open 7am- 10PM. - Mr. Schwarzbaum asked what time the cutoff would be for outdoor dining. Mr. Katsanos said the cutoff would be 10:00PM even if it said that it closes at 11:00PM. - Mr. Schwarzbaum asked if they would be renting the deck during the summer months or keeping as a diner. - Mr. Katsanos said that they would not prevent larger parties from utilizing the deck but there would not be any live music/entertainment. No Professional Questions Public Advocate - Mr. Thapar asked if the Certificate of Occupancy would change. Mr. Katsanos answered that there is no intention of doing so. - Mr. Thapar asked if Mr. Katsanos has gone to Crown View. Mr. Katsanos answered in the negative but said that his father did and saw no issue with the lighting. - Mr. Thapar asked if this application is not approved would they still change the lighting. Mr. Katsanos answered in the negative; he said that this application is to have this as an expense for a deck.

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