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Home My WebLink AboutJean Cochran Park Improvements SEAF ��pF S0(/p'y0 Gwynn Schroeder �° �� Town Hall, 53095 Rte. 25 Government Liaison P.O. Box 1179 gwynns@southoldtownny.gov �44): Southold,NY 11971 0 631-765-5806 OFFICE OF THE SUPERVISOR RECEIVED July 13, 2026 -To: Denis Noncarrow, Town Cleric JUL 1 5 2028 From: Gwynn Schroeder, GLO SOLIthold Town Cleric RE: SEAF for Jean Cochran Park Improvements ' Denis, Please find attached the Short Environment Assessment Form (SEAF) signed by Supervisor Krupski, for the planned improvements for Cochran Park. The project consists of removal of the degraded roller hocky rink, improved drainage for the parking lot, and resurfacing of the parking lot. Best, Gwynn Agency Use Only[If applicable] Project: Jean Cochran Park Improvements Date: July 13th 2026 Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 2-Impact Assessment Part 2 is to be completed by the Lead Agency. Answer all of the following questions in Part 2 using the information contained in Part 1 and other materials submitted by the project sponsor or otherwise available to the reviewer.When answering the questions the reviewer should be guided by the concept"Have my responses been reasonable considering the scale and context of the proposed action?" No,or Moderate small to large impact impact may may occur occur 1. Will the proposed action create a material conflict with an adopted land use plan or zoning ❑ ❑ regulations? 2. Will the proposed action result in a change in the use or intensity of use of land? F-/--] ❑ 3. Will the proposed action impair the character or quality of the existing community? Fv-(] ❑ 4. Will the proposed action have an impact on the environmental characteristics that caused the establishment of a Critical Environmental Area(CEA)? ❑ ❑ 5. Will the proposed action result in an adverse change in the existing level of traffic or ❑ affect existing infrastructure for mass transit,biking or walkway? ❑ 6. Will the proposed action cause an increase in the use of energy and it fails to incorporate ❑ reasonably available energy conservation or renewable energy opportunities? 71 7. Will the proposed action impact existing: ❑ a.public/private water supplies? 71 b.public/private wastewater treatment utilities? ❑ 8. Will the proposed action impair the character or quality of important historic,archaeological, ❑ architectural or aesthetic resources? IZI 9. Will the proposed action result in an adverse change to natural resources(e.g.,wetlands, waterbodies,groundwater, air quality,flora and fauna)? ❑ ❑ 10. Will the proposed action result in an increase in the potential for erosion,flooding or drainage ❑ problems? EZI 11. Will the proposed action create a hazard to environmental resources or human health? ❑ 12. Is the potentially affected disadvantaged community identified as having comparatively higher burdens ❑ r vulnerabilities by the Disadvantaged Community Assessment Tool? 13. Will the proposed action cause or increase a pollution burden within a disadvantaged ❑ community? IZI Page 1 of 2 SEAF 2026 Agency Use Only[If applicable] Project: Jean Cochran Park Improvements Date: July 13th 2026 Short Environmental Assessment FormPart 3 Determination of Significance For every question in Part 2 that was answered"moderate to large impact may occur,"or if there is a need to explain why a particular element of the proposed action may or will not result in a significant adverse environmental impact,please complete Part 3. Part 3 should,in sufficient detail,identify the impact, including any measures or design elements that have been included by the project sponsor to avoid or reduce impacts. Part 3 should also explain how the lead agency determined that the impact may or will not be significant.Each potential impact should be assessed considering its setting, probability of occurring,duration, irreversibility,geographic scope and magnitude. Also consider the potential for short- term,long-term and cumulative impacts. See Attachment Check this box if you have determined,based on the information and analysis above,and any supporting documentation,that the proposed action may result in one or more potentially large or significant adverse impacts and an environmental impact statement is required. Check this box if you have determined,based on the information and analysis above,and any supporting documentation,that the proposed action will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts. Town of Southold Town Board July 13th 2026 Name of Lead Agency Date Albert J. Krupski, Jr. Town Supervisor Print or Type Name of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency T'tle of sponsibl Offic n Lead Agency Signature of Responsible OtTicer in Lead Agency Siglature of Preparer(if diffe ent from Responsible Officer) Page 2 of 2 SEAF 2026 State Environmental Quality Review NEGATIVE DECLARATION Notice of Determination Non-Significance Date: July 13th 2026 This notice is issued pursuant to Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8 (State Environmental Quality Review Act) of the Environmental Law. The Town of Southold Town Board as lead agency has determined that the proposed action described below will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment Name of Action: Jean Cochran Park Improvements SCTM#: 1000-74.-5-6 Location: 2405 Peconic Lane, Peconic, NY 11958 SEAR Status: Type I ( ) Unlisted (X) Description of Action: This action proposes improvements to the Jean Cochran Park which includes the removal of the deteriorating roller-skating rink and base, as well as improvements to the existing parking lot. After the roller-skating rink and base is removed, the proposed area will be backfilled, covered with topsoil and grass will be planted in replacement. A playing field is proposed in the area. The parking lot improvements are proposed to be resurfacing the area and improving the drainage system. The total proposed action will be altering 1.4 acres on the 13.97-acre parcel. Reasons Supporting This Determination: An Environmental Assessment Form has been submitted and reviewed and it was determined that no significant adverse effects to the environment were likely to occur should the project be implemented as planned. 1. Impact on Land — None to Low Adverse Impacts The parcel is 13.97 acres and is located in the R-80 Zoning District. The parcel is designated Recreation and Open Space and is being used as a Town Park. The surrounding uses around the parcel are: North — LIRR railroad tracks East— HB zoning, multiple parcels are being used as residences and across Peconic Lane is the R-80 town park, Robert Tasker Park West—AC zoning, used for agriculture with County Development Rights South — R-80 zoning, used for agriculture The proposed use and intensity of the parcel is not changing and is consistent with surrounding uses. 2. Impact on Geological Features — No Adverse Impacts No significant geologic features are located on the parcel. 3. Impacts on Surface Water— No Adverse Impacts No wetlands are located on or around the parcel. 4. Impacts on Ground Water— Low Adverse Impacts The parcel is located with the NYSDEC Critical Environmental Area, Special Groundwater Protection Area. Water quality and quantity best management practices to reduce Nitrogen from fertilizers and chemicals from pesticides, and to limit the amount of irrigation will be practiced as part of the management of the new playing field. 5. Impact on Flooding — No Adverse Impacts The parcel is not located within a FEMA flood zone, 100-year floodplain or 500- year floodplain. Drainage will be controlled onsite and the parking lot draining system is to be improved, decreasing surface run off. 6. Impact on Air - No Adverse Impacts There are no expected changes in air quality. 7. Impact on Plants and Animals — None to Low Adverse Impacts The New York State Environmental Assessment Form (EAF) Mapper states that the Northern Long-Eared Bat may occur onsite. However, due to the existing disturbance on the parcel, no adverse impacts are expected as there are no trees where the activity is taking place. 8. Impact on Agricultural Resources — None to Low Adverse Impacts There aren't agricultural resources on the parcel, but there are agricultural lands to the south and west. There are no expected adverse impacts anticipated for agricultural resources around the parcel because the use already exists on site. 9. Impact on Aesthetic Resources — No Adverse Impacts The removal of deteriorating park equipment and improvement of the parking lot will enhance the aesthetic viewing of the parcel. Page 2 of 4 10.Impact on Historic and Archeological Resources — No Adverse Impacts The action is to redevelop an already developed site with less intensity, so there are no expected impacts to historic or archeological resources from the proposed action. 11.Impact on Open Space and Recreation - No Adverse Impacts The proposed action will repurpose a deteriorating impervious surface, the roller- skating areas, into the pervious areas of a playing field and grass plantings. The new playing field and grass area will .increase open space and recreation opportunities. The Town owned parks and public use buildings located on Peconic Lane offer centralized access to open space and recreation to future residents of the parcel. 12.Impact on Critical Environmental Areas — None to Low Adverse Impacts The parcel is located with the NYSDEC Critical Environmental Area, Special Groundwater Protection Area. Water quality and quantity best management practices to reduce Nitrogen from fertilizers and chemicals from pesticides, and to limit the amount of irrigation will be practiced. 13.Impact on Transportation - None to Low Adverse Impacts The parking and its parking lot already exist and so will not create any adverse impacts to transportation. 14.Impact on Energy - None to Low Adverse Impacts No additional energy is expected to be needed. 15.Impact on Noise, Odor, and Light - None to Low Adverse Impacts Because the park already exists, there will be no increase in adverse impacts from noise, odor or light as result of this action. 16.Impact on Human Health - None to Low Impacts The proposed improvements for the Town Park will create a new sports field for the public to enjoy. No substantial hazard to human health is expected to occur as a result of this proposed action. 17.Consistency with Community Plans - Consistent The parcel is located in Long Island North Shore Heritage Area. The proposed action is consistent with Town of Southold's Comprehensive Plan under their goal of maintaining existing facilities and grounds in Chapter 13 Parks and Recreation. Page 3 of 4 18.Consistency with Community Character— Consistent The renovation of the park equipment and parking lot is consistent with the community character of residential parcels surrounding the park and the town park across Peconic Lane. These parks provide a community feel to the neighborhood and provide an outlet for the public to enjoy. For Further Information: Contact Person: Julia Mei Hanzl Address: Southold Town Planning Board P.O. Box 1179, Southold, NY 11971 Telephone: 631-765-1938 Page 4 of 4