REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
July 20, 2009
Members Present: Mark Coakley, Jeffrey Walsh, Chip Burkhardt, Joe McGrath, Charlene Franz
Members Absent: Wendy Lonstein
Others Present: See Sign-In Sheet
Recorder: Melanie Rich
BRIAN MCGAHIE (Tahanto Regional High School Student) – Discuss Eagle Scout project (construct a bridge over an area behind Tahanto).
Mr. McGahie is a Boy Scout with Troop 227 in Shrewsbury. He would like to build a bridge over the stream and a boardwalk over the muddy area behind Tahanto for an Eagle Scout project. The type of filing with the Commission cannot be determined until he contacts the landowner (DCR) for permission.
GARY TUTHILL – PUBLIC MEEETING – Request for Determination of Applicability (73 Rocky Pond Road) Replace three existing sheds with a single shed and rebuild an existing deck.
Mr. Tuthill stated that the single shed will be smaller than the existing three sheds. It will be approximately 9’ x 24’ (207 square feet), which will not require a frost-free foundation. He proposes to use concrete blocks. J. McGrath motioned to close the Public Meeting; M. Coakley seconded; all agreed. J. McGrath motioned to issue a Determination of Applicability by Reason #3 adding the condition that all excavated fill from post holes is to be kept away from the pond; C. Burkhardt seconded; all agreed.
COMPASS POINTE ESTATES, LLC – PUBLIC HEARING (continued) – Notice of Intent (Main and Sewall Street – Compass Pointe) Construct a portion of a subdivision roadway and two detention basins within the buffer zone of Spruce Pond to the north and a red maple shrub swamp to the south.
J. Walsh recused himself from the matter. Mike and Jim Venincasa were in attendance. M. Venincasa stated that because of the rain, loaming and seeding had not yet started. He stated that the Planning Board said yes to redesign changes, but did not supply any documentation. The submitted calculations were insufficient per the Commission’s request and will be produced at the August meeting. Mr. Venincasa said that Scott McCubrey (Water District) will be submitting the filing for the stream crossing. Plans for the dam were not submitted. Mr. Venincasa was reminded that the hearing cannot be closed until plans are received. With regard to Graves Engineering letter dated July 20, 2009, #6 - stabilization is still outstanding; #8 - they will be asking for a waiver for Basin A; #9
- soil testing will be required for Basin B before the next meeting. The outfall location will be required before closing the hearing. Mr. Venincasa was told to supply three copies of the final drawings with the worksheet including the title block, title of drawings, and revision dates because the Commission will refer to the plans with the Order of Conditions that will be issued. The bond issue was discussed concerning the stormwater structure. One would need to be in place in case the project stops. M. Coakley will follow-up with Graves for an estimated cost.
COMPASS POINTE ESTATES, LLC – PUBLIC HEARING (continued) – Stormwater Control Application (Main and Sewall Street – Compass Pointe) Construct a residential subdivision located on Sewall Street.
Discussed in conjunction with the above.
VILLANI, MARIO & GAIL – PUBLIC HEARING – Notice of Intent (510 Green Street) Construct a 2,900 square foot wildlife impoundment/pool area.
Mr. Villani stated the total area affected will be 4,200 square feet. Glenn Krevosky flagged the wetlands. The pond will be 10’ deep. The applicant revised and signed the plan to include hay bales where filling and at the resource area. He was reminded that it is currently a functioning wetland and must remain the same. The planting schedule was not provided. M. Coakley said the drawing is that of a geometric shape which looks like a pool. Mr. Villani stated he has no intention of using it as a swimming pool. The Commission would like a narrative of what it is. The Order will include a condition about the type of stone to be used around the resource area. J. McGrath motioned to close the Public Hearing; C. Burkhardt seconded; all agreed. J. McGrath
motioned to issue an Order of Conditions adding Special Conditions #31-#34; C. Burkhardt seconded; all agreed. J. McGrath motioned to waive the town’s half of the filing fee; C. Burkhardt seconded; all agreed. The Order will be held pending the receipt of the planting schedule and ad fee.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
Vouchers were approved.
J. McGrath motioned to approve the Meeting Minutes dated June 15, 2009; C. Franz seconded; all agreed.
Correspondence was reviewed.
Michael Holyoak (18 Boulder Way) – Order of Conditions DEP#115-335 was issued on June 17, 2009. Mr. Holyoak requested in an email dated July 11, 2009 to have two additional trees removed. The Commission feels that the additional work does not change the original Order, and he may remove the two trees.
Stormwater Bylaw Bond Authority – C. Burkhardt said that under the bylaw, the Commission does have the authority to require a bond. He spoke with the Town Administrator who said there is no preferred method. The possibility of having one bond for the entire project with the town was discussed. Having a bond specifically for Conservation was also discussed. M. Coakley will gather information from Graves and forward it to the Town Administrator who will discuss with Town Counsel.
M. Coakley motioned to adjourn the meeting; J. McGrath seconded; the Commission unanimously agreed. The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
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