REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
September 15, 2008
Members Present: Mark Coakley, Joe McGrath, Jeffrey Walsh, Charlene Franz, Dan Duffy
Wendy Lonstein
Members Absent: Chip Burkhardt
Others Present: See Sign-In Sheet
Recorder: Melanie Rich
7:00 p.m. MICHAEL DALY – LOT 6, RESERVOIR STREET (potential buyer’s attorney has wetland delineation issue that needs clarification).
Mr. Daly was informed that the Board of Health plan is correct per a field survey which was conducted when Mr. Coskie wanted to get a higher yield on the land. The wetlands were accepted before the looking at the entire boundary and have less of an impact than per the original Order. The Order issued did not have the correct dates listed. It is due to expire in April 2009, at which time the correct dates will be referenced. M. Coakley motioned to write a letter for Mr. Daly for clarification; D. Duffy seconded; all agreed.
7:15 p.m. TOWER HILL BOTANIC GARDEN – PUBLIC HEARING (continued) – Notice of Intent & Stormwater Control Application (11 French Drive) Construct new Horticultural Hall, Restaurant, Greenhouse & Winter Garden. Other hilltop improvements include adjustments to vehicle circulation and loading facilities, a new onsite sewage disposal system and new onsite stormwater treatment system.
C. Franz recused herself from the matter. J. McGrath reviewed the information from Thompson-Liston and found it to be consistent with observations prior to the last meeting. Larry Greene (TLA) said the original botanist re-flagged the wetlands on 8/23. The revised information was sent to Graves Engineering. The SWPPP was submitted in booklet form. The outstanding issues were addressed. J. McGrath motioned to close the Public Hearing; M. Coakley seconded; all agreed. M. Coakley motioned to issue an Order of Conditions with standard Special Conditions 1-35; J. McGrath seconded; all agreed. M. Coakley motioned to issue Stormwater Control Permit #SCP-2008-5; J. Walsh seconded; all agreed.
7:30 p.m. GEORGE & ELEANOR OLSON – PUBLIC HEARING – Notice of Intent (1 Hall Pond Road) Replace failing cesspool with a new leaching facility and related grading.
Steve Sears (David E. Ross Associates) was in attendance for the applicant. He said it is a proposed septic system with two leaching facilities, it is 6’ from ground level, there will not be any increase in flow, and there will be no expansion. Silt fence and hay bales will be installed. M. Coakley motioned to issue an Order of Conditions with standard Special Conditions #1-30; J. McGrath seconded; all agreed.
7:45 p.m. MICHELLE JOYAL – PUBLIC HEARING – Notice of Intent (442 Main Street)
Construct a repair septic system within the 200’ riparian zone and within the 100’ buffer zone of a bordering vegetated wetland.
Justin Dufresne (Cabco Consultants) and Michelle Joyal were in attendance. Mr. Dufresne stated that the cesspool is currently in the front. They propose to put in a 1,500 gallon tank. It is 30’ above elevation of the brook. The wood pile will be used as part of the erosion control measures. The alternative analysis would be to move to the other side of the driveway, where a depression and bowl exist. The Water Department told Mr. Dufresne to assume a straight line. Mr. Dufresne said they will field verify during construction. Information was sent to the MWRA, but they have not yet had a response. The plan will go before the Board of Health on September 29th. Elizabeth Banks (438 Main Street) had concerns that it would affect her property.
After a review of the plan, she saw that it would not have any impact. J. Walsh had concerns about the wood pile. If it does not work, they need to immediately put in hay bales. Pending the results of the Board of Health, the applicant requested a continuance. J. McGrath motioned to accept the request for continuance; J. Walsh seconded; all agreed. It will be on the October 20th Agenda at 7:15 p.m.
COMPASS POINTE SUBDIVISION – Paul McManus (EcoTec, Inc.) was asked to evaluate the site for erosion control concerns and wetland impact. Mr. McManus advised the Commission that since he was last involved with this site, EcoTec has done some work in Shrewsbury directly for Signature Homes which presents at least the perception of a conflict of interest. M. Coakley will call Mr. McManus to discuss the issue and possibly have other personnel work on the project. EcoTec did provide Inspection Reports (9/10/08 and 9/15/08). The Order of Conditions and ESC Permit expired on January 10, 2008. No extension was requested. J. McGrath motioned to issue an Enforcement Order stating that the runoff into the jurisdictional wetland has altered the resource area; the Order has
expired; no work is to be done except what is required by the Enforcement Order; and the Commission requires an NOI filing by October 6th. C. Franz seconded; all agreed.
8:00 p.m. COMMISSION BUSINESS
Vouchers were approved.
J. Walsh motioned to accept the Meeting Minutes of August 18, 2008; M. Coakley seconded; all agreed.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Water Runoff at 454 Central Street (Sue Hartman) from Stiles Crossing Development – Mark Bertonassi is contacting Signature Homes. According to Town Counsel, unless there is a negligent condition, it becomes a civil matter and the Commission has no jurisdiction.
Redwood Circle (top soil depth) – Mr. Aspero will be invited to attend the next meeting for a status report of the project.
Cyprian Keyes (site visit) – No site visit was scheduled.
M. Coakley motioned to adjourn the meeting; D. Duffy seconded; the Commission unanimously agreed. The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
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