Chairman: William Manter
Members Present: Richard Baker, Ralph Viscomi, Laurie Levy
Members Absent: Kim Ames
Recorder: Melanie Rich
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.
The Board reviewed the Minutes of the July 5, 2011 meeting. Mr. Viscomi made a motion to approve the July 5, 2011 Meeting Minutes, Mr. Baker seconded; all in favor, none opposed. Ms. Levy abstained from voting.
Steve Golas (Larkin Road) Inquiry – Mr. Golas is the trustee of two parcels of land (84 ½ acres and 24 ½ acres). The 84 ½ acre parcel is a conforming building lot, but the 24 ½ acre parcel lacks access and frontage. He asked the board if he could convey a section of the 84 ½ parcel to create access for the 24 ½ acre parcel, making it marketable. He asked if he required approval from the town or a permit. Mr. Manter suggested consulting an engineering firm. He told Mr. Golas the requirements for a residential lot would be 200’ frontage, 25’ setback from the road, 20’ for the side, and 20’ from the rear. It would require frontage on Larkin Road, which it presently does not have. Mr. Baker said the trust could
be granted an access easement. It was suggested to Mr. Golas that he consult the building inspector.
Signage Bylaw Update – Mr. Manter spoke with the Selectmen who are not in favor of a new bylaw at this time. Mr. Manter is strongly for it, but will put it aside for now. He does not want to put a bylaw before the residents at the town meeting and have it rejected. He has received complaints from residents concerning certain signs in town.
Special Permit Application – Public Hearing (KJK Wireless, Agent for New Cingular Wireless LLC) - Modify existing antenna installation located at 10 Church Street and Special Permit Application – Public Hearing (KJK Wireless, Agent for New Cingular Wireless LLC) - Modify existing monopole located at 326 Shrewsbury Street
Mr. Baker made a motion to hold the hearings for 326 Shrewsbury Street and 10 Church Street concurrently; Ms. Levy seconded. All in favor; none opposed; motion approved.
Brian Allen was present. He explained that 326 Shrewsbury Street is a typical monopole, while at 10 Church Street the antennas are inside the steeple. He said everything will remain inside the steeple at the Church Street location. They will be adding a cabinet on the equipment pad at 326 Shrewsbury Street. He said the reason for modifying the antennas at both locations is because technology is changing. Ms. Levy asked if the old antennas would remain when new antennas are added. Mr. Allen said they are required by the FCC to keep the old ones operational for a certain amount of time. Mr. Baker asked if there would be any additional power requirements. Mr. Allen said no, existing power facilities are sufficient. Both backup batteries and emergency generators are used. There is a generator at 326 Shrewsbury Street, but it is not being changed.
Mr. Allen reviewed the plan and explained the work to be done at 10 Church Street. Visible changes will be an ice bridge, H frame and power cabinet. The footprint of the enclosed area will remain the same. Mr. Allen submitted a Report of a certified Radio Frequency Engineer for the files.
Mr. Baker made a motion to close both hearings; Mr. Viscomi seconded. All in favor; none opposed; motion approved.
The Board reviewed draft decisions for both locations. Mr. Allen suggested removing the term "co-locator", since neither site is a new location for AT&T. Mr. Baker suggested adding a finding for 10 Church Street, stating that the proposed modifications are inside the steeple, and the footprint of the exterior equipment will remain unchanged. Mr. Baker made a motion to adopt the proposed findings and approve the permit for 326 Shrewsbury Street as amended; Ms. Levy seconded. All in favor; none opposed; motion approved.
Mr. Baker made a motion to adopt the proposed findings as amended and approve the permit for 10 Church Street; Ms. Levy seconded. All in favor; none opposed; motion approved.
Stiles Crossing Status Report – Mr. Viscomi recused himself from any Board deliberations or votes. He was asked to participate in the discussion as a subdivision resident and officer of the homeowners association. Receipts were provided from Jim Venincasa for the street sweeping and catch basin cleaning. Mr. Viscomi stated that the erosion issue had been resolved on 11 Ridgefield Circle. He also stated that they have contracted a contractor to maintain the grass strips, and the homeowners are satisfied with the condition of the streets. A Certificate of Satisfaction of Conditions Required for Acceptance of Ways was provided to the Board by Town Counsel. Mr. Baker made a motion that the Planning Board approve and endorse the Certificate provided written confirmation
of their agreement is received from the Town Administrator and Don Parker; Ms. Levy seconded. Mr. Baker and Ms. Levy voted in favor, Mr. Viscomi not voting. Motion approved. Mr. Manter will release the Certificate to Town Counsel upon receipt of approval from Don Parker and Nancy Colbert Puff.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Meeting Materials:
1 AT&T Special Permit Applications for 326 Shrewsbury Street & 10 Church Street (filed in Planning Board Office)
2. Draft decisions for AT&T permits
3. Certificate of Satisfaction of Conditions Required for Acceptance of Ways
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