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MEETING MINUTES
April 5, 2010
Chairman: Richard Baker
Members Present: Julia Hucknall, Bill Manter, Raymond Duffy, Kim Ames (7:55 p.m. arrival)
Members Absent: None
Recorder: Melanie Rich
Mr. Baker called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Mr. Manter made a motion to approve the March 1, 2010 Meeting Minutes; Ms. Hucknall seconded the motion. All in favor; none opposed; motion approved. Mr. Duffy abstained.
Longley Hill Subdivision (Request for Bond Estimate) – Khalid Naseem and Mr. Ali were in attendance. They are looking for a bond estimate to release lots 1, 2, 10 & 11 of the subdivision. Mr. Baker asked about the retaining wall. Mr. Ali stated that a structural engineer had inspected it. He also said that a manhole was put in for drainage. Mr. Baker said that Graves Engineering will need to inspect the site to evaluate the present conditions of the road and temporary cul-de-sac. It was suggested that the developer meet with the engineer to review inspection requirements. Mr. Ali suggested a pre-construction meeting. Mr. Ali was reminded of the requirement to maintain a positive balance in the 53G expense account, and taxes must be current. At this
time, there is a negative balance of $268.96. Per Mr. Ali, a deposit of $3,300.00 will be made. Upon receipt, Graves Engineering will be contacted and the bond estimate forwarded to Mr. Ali when completed.
Compass Pointe ANR and Lot Release (Preliminary Discussion) – James Venincasa was in attendance. He said they purchased an adjoining parcel allowing for a reconfiguration of lot 1 and the addition of 3 new lots. He said all lots have adequate area and frontage. The plan qualifies as an ANR lot because the road is an approved subdivision road. Mr. Baker contacted Town Counsel for input and received an email outlining his concerns. Counsel said that the plan does not satisfy the requirements for plan submittal: lot 1 of the recorded subdivision is not shown in its entirety; the remainder of lot 1 is not shown with respect to the remaining frontage of adjoining land in the same ownership. Also, all owners must sign the application, and the various owners must be identified on
the plan. Mr. Venincasa stated that Michael Venincasa owns the subdivision, and Signature Homes Communities, LLC owns lot 1. Mr. Duffy stated that if acted upon tonight, the plan would be denied. Mr. Baker told Mr. Venincasa that the plan needs to show the new parcel and include notes as to what was added to create the lots. Traffic impact was discussed. It was suggested that the applicant withdraw the application and resubmit when revised. Mr. Venincasa agreed. He will attempt to resubmit the plan before Wednesday’s meeting.
Pertaining to the partial release of lots 19, 26B, 27B, 28B, 29B & 1A, Mr. Baker spoke with Mike Andrade of Graves Engineering. Mr. Andrade said that utilities should be in place and the roadway paved. The water main should be operational and tested, all before releasing the lots. Mr. Venincasa said that the entire road will be paved. He also stated that the Water District gave him a letter confirming water line installation, but the District did not want it activated until after work on the Sewall Street bridge is completed. He will provide the Board with a copy of the letter. The town holds a bond of $90,000. Ms. Hucknall said that lot 1A cannot be released because it does not exist at present. The remaining lots could be released. The options for Mr. Venincasa’s request are to approve as requested, deny, approve and have documents held by the town clerk or building inspector until receipt of certain documentation (assurance that the water line is active), or defer action
until more progress is made. Mr. Manter suggested deferring action until Wednesday and requesting clarification from the Water District. Mr. Baker asked the Board what milestones, if any, should be met before releasing the lots. No specifics were given. Mr. Venincasa said he would be at Wednesday’s meeting when the Board will consider the matter again.
Special Permit Application – Public Hearing (Clear Wireless LLC) – See separate Public Hearing Minutes.
Route 140 Zoning Discussion – Mr. Duffy said a copy of the traffic study is needed before voting on a recommendation. Mr. Manter said that the 20 year build-out projected for the street does not meet the requirements for traffic lights. He feels that as new businesses come into town, there will be more stops and turning movements which will slow traffic speed. Mr. Baker informed the Town Administrator about possible problems with including properties near East Temple Street in the Multi-Use Industrial District. Three lots are residential and not accessed from Route 140. The Business Development Committee will contact the property owners and inform them of the pubic hearing which will be Wednesday, April 7th at 7PM.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
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