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Peter Sorgi responded, by reiterating that the application was compliance with the code and not a play on words. He also clarified the public comment that indicated the previous application was for a use variance that was denied and not a rezoning application. He also stated that they did their due diligence with the application, SWPPP, stormwater, and septic. In closing he stated that if the application did not meet the code, it should be denied, otherwise a recommended approval should be rendered, and the Town attorney does not have legal authority to interpret the code, that is the position of the Code Enforcement Officer, and the application is before you so we are past that. Tim Stroth made a point of clarification that there was a rezoning application request from last June 4th that the board reviewed. Peter Sorgi agreed, and that it was withdrawn and not denied. Tim Stroth questioned whether item 18 on the site plan checklist was completed as members of the audience were not notified. Asst. CEO Richard Miga responded that public hearing notification with be through the Town Clerks office once scheduled and our office will work with the Town Clerk with that. Tim Stroth reiterated the aspect of the application regarding the zoning districts and then questioned the year- round and seasonal uses of the customary accessory uses and structures as being a camp use. Peter Sorgi responded that some are year-round and some will be seasonal, and the code allows for year-round campground. He stated that there will be nine sleeping units that will be year-round and nine that will be seasonal. He noted that they all could be year-round if they decide to winterize the seasonal units. He stated as well that the conservation easement does allow certain things like cross country skiing and walking paths, which is encourage, so people can enjoy the beautiful area. Tim Stroth asked for clarification that there will be no impact to the conservation easement. Peter Sorgi responded that they will not violate the law and will not impact on the conservation easement as there would be fines involved. Norm Merriman asked if the wellness center will only be for the campers or will it at some point be open to people outside of the campground? Peter Sorgi responded that he believes it will be for the campers, but he does not really know the answer to that. It is not intended to be a standalone entity. Chairman Doug Crow states that they should move to discussion among the board. Tim Stroth asked Asst. CEO if there are any existing variances on the property?