Ms. Serena Loftus, a Ward 3 resident, encouraged Council to pass the Ordinance, stating that she strongly feels
that anyone with neighborly intentions and with the best interest of the community would not object to the
language in the legislation.
Ms. Carol Laspina stated that she owns a piece a property that buts up to a neighborhood and the legislation
would encroach on future development of the property.
Ms. Kristen Schell, 1510 Barlow Rd., spoke about a previous development opportunity in her neighborhood that
would have created seven new neighbors on her property line if the developer had built to the maximum density .
She stated that the legislation raises the standards for developers.
Mr. Tony Vicanti, Kutcher LLC, spoke on behalf of property owners to object to the Ordinance, citing four
reasons.
Mr. Sutton read into the record a statement from Mr. Tony Havlicek,6328 Stow Rd. and made other comments in
response to speakers.
Mrs. Kowalski said that while she is in favor of the legislation, she did not want to leave room for interpretation
and would make a motion to postpone the Ordinance to January 9, 2024 in order to revise the language.
Mr. Banweg emphasized that Council did start a conversation about this topic over a year ago and that the
language is necessary to set clear expectations for developers.
There being no further comments, Mayor Anzevino closed the public hearing at 8:13 p .m.
A public hearing was held for Ordinance No. 23-84.
Public Comments
7.
Mr. Gary Viar, 15 Chadbourne Dr. asked Council to act civilly towards one another and advance City
initiatives. He also asked Council to consider term limits.
Dr. Mimi Larsen Becker submitted her curriculum vitae to the City Manager and read comments into the record
concerning Mr. Foster's request of correspondence between herself and a third party.
Mr. Alex Quay, representing Buckingham Doolittle and Burroughs, spoke on behalf of A.J. Allison Enterprises,
in support of Resolution No. 23-111.
Mr. Chas Hallis, 2944 Chamberlin Blvd., owner of SkyZone, provided an overview of how they received water
through the City of Hudson, the relationship they have with the community, and how the same could occur with
other businesses on Chittenden Rd.
Ms. Roseanne Thomas, 2573 Brunswick Ln., commented on partisanship in the recent election and questioned
the amount of money spent on legal fees.
Ms. Carol Laspina, 1621 Prospect Rd, asked about buffers along bike paths and sidewalks.
Mr. Roberto Sorgi., 5778 Londonairy Blvd., spoke against Resolution No. 23-111, stating the applicant does not
meet City code requirements for fireworks storage, only provides property taxes to the city, and could open
without City services.
Ms. Erin Dickinson, representing Buckingham Doolittle and Burroughs, stated that providing city water would
increase the safety of the building.
Mr. Nick Tucci, 5912 Nicholson Dr. and Mr. John Sylvestro, 5915 Nicholson Dr. requested a formal review of
short-term rental regulations.