Chairman: Richard Baker
Members Present: Bill Manter, Laurie Levy, Julia Hucknall, Kim Ames
Members Absent: None
Recorder: Melanie Rich
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.
Mr. Manter made a motion to approve the August 2, 2010 Meeting Minutes; Ms. Levy seconded the motion. All in favor; none opposed; motion approved.
Special Permit Application – Public Hearing (Bell Atlantic Mobile of MA d/b/a Verizon Wireless) to replace antennas on an existing monopole located at 326 Shrewsbury Street – Daniel Klasnick, Esquire, was present for Bell Atlantic. He said that a special permit was approved for Verizon Wireless in 2000, and the present application is for a modification to allow the replacement of antennas. Larger antennas will be installed in the same location, at the same height, with no changes on the ground. The modifications will take two days to complete once started and existing service will not be disrupted. Mr. Baker asked about health effects. Mr. Klasnick stated that a study was conducted and included in the application. A draft decision was submitted for review by
the Members. Mr. Manter made a motion to close the Public Hearing; Ms. Hucknall seconded; all in favor; none opposed. Mr. Baker asked if the board required any conditions other than those listed on the draft decision. Ms. Hucknall inquired about inspections and how we would know if they were done. Mr. Baker said that would be the responsibility for the Building Inspector. Ms. Levy made a motion to approve the draft decision as written; Mr. Manter seconded; all in favor; none opposed. Ms. Levy made a motion to authorize Mr. Baker to sign; Mr. Manter seconded; all in favor; none opposed.
David Wheeler (523 Linden Street) – Seeking information required to subdivide his land – Mr. Wheeler explained that the Linden Street extension was proposed in 1969 but never completed. There is a 60’ wide right of way. The matter has been before the Board of Selectmen. He said he is not asking the town to build a road. He is working with a contractor and is asking if he can build the road making it a one way street. If allowed to proceed, Mr. Wheeler will provide plans. Mr. Baker asked how many lots would be created, to which Mr. Wheeler said 12-15. Mr. Baker read for those present the rules & regulations pertaining to dead end streets. He said the clear intent is to avoid a cul-de-sac. He also said that the Board has the authority
to grant a waiver. Mr. Manter asked who would have ownership of the land if the town abandoned the road, and Mr. Wheeler stated it would revert back to the original owners before the land taking. Ms. Levy asked if they would consider finishing the entire road and was told yes. Mr. Baker explained the subdivision process to Mr. Wheeler. Mr. Wheeler asked if he could propose a paper road and subdivide on it without the right of way being abandoned by the Town. Mr. Baker said he will contact the Town Administrator to get a definitive answer and report back to him.
Bigelow Nurseries (School Street) – ANR Plan – Brad Bigelow was present and explained that he wants to convey 1.4 acres to his neighbor, David Libbey. Mr. Baker suggested the following findings: the application refers to the “Plan of Land in Boylston, Massachusetts”, prepared for Bigelow Nurseries, Inc.; it is in the Rural Residential District; Parcel A is noted not to be a building lot; the remaining land of Bigelow Nurseries has greater than 200 feet of frontage and greater than 40,000 square feet of area. Mr. Manter motioned to accept the findings, approve the ANR plan, and authorize the Clerk to endorse; Ms. Levy seconded; all in favor; none opposed.
Stiles Crossing (Venincasa Letter) – As discussed at the last meeting, Mr. Baker drafted a letter to James Venincasa for review by the Members. It was decided to include Michael Venincasa as well and to send a copy to the attorney, Cheryl Morrill. Mr. Manter made a motion to send the letter to James & Michael Venincasa with a copy to Cheryl Morrill; Ms. Levy seconded; all in favor; none opposed.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Meeting Materials:
1. ANR Application and Plan filed in Planning Board Office ("School Street, Bigelow Nurseries")
2. Letter to James & Michael Venincasa
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