The Conservation Commission held a meeting in the Basement Mural Room of Town Hall on Tuesday, June 3, 2003 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Members present were Chairman Friend Weiler, Samuel Butcher, Brendan Halligan, Anne Hill, who arrived at 8:20 p.m., Mark Mahoney and Arthur Vautrain. Thomas Gill was absent. Also present was Joe Grady, Conservation Administrator.
PM, TOWN OF DUXBURY, ISLAND CREEK POND, AQUATIC WEED CONTROL
The Conservation Administrator Joe Grady explained the project, which was to use the weed harvester to clean out Island Creek Pond of the invasive aquatic weeds. Mr. Butcher made a motion that was seconded to issue a negative determination that a Notice of Intent is not required. A vote (5 - 0) was taken and the motion passed.
PM, SCHEIN, 19 OCEAN RD. SO., PAVEMENT REMOVAL
The applicant, Stephen Schein explained the project, which was to remove the existing pavement on the walkway and replace it with environmentally sensitive pavers and to landscape the area. Mr. Butcher noted that the project proposed less concrete than existed; and the new pavers would be located only where there is presently concrete. Mr. Butcher made a motion that was seconded to issue a negative determination that a Notice of Intent is not required. A vote (5 - 0) was taken and the motion passed.
PH, CROWLEY, 15 WHITE ST., FILL & LANDSCAPE, SE 18-1202
The applicants, Steven and Angela Crowley explained the project, which was to fill and level a depression in the buffer to bordering vegetated wetlands. The Commission voiced its concern about the steepness of slope and possible erosion into the wetlands. Mr. Mahoney suggested the applicant contact a landscaper to determine an appropriate grade that would allow plantings to stabilize the slope. The Commission requested the applicant submit to the Conservation Administrator a landscape plan that would indicate the final grade of the slope and plantings prior to the work commencing. Mr. Mahoney made a motion that was seconded to issue the Orders of Conditions. A vote (5 - 0) was taken and the motion passed.
PM, CARROLL, 91 GURNET RD., REMODELING
The applicant, Edward Carroll explained the project, which was to remodel the existing dwelling on the exact footprint in a barrier beach. There was no plan to do any work to the existing foundation. Mr. Mahoney commented that if the applicant had to do work on the foundation then he would have to come back to the Commission with a proposal for a pile foundation. Mr. Mahoney made a motion that was seconded to issue a negative determination that a Notice of Intent is not required for the remodeling project as long as no work on the foundation is proposed. A vote (5 - 0) was taken and the motion passed.
PM, HEDBERG, 41 BAY POND RD., STEPS
Representing the applicant was Paul Brogna of Seacoast Engineering Co. The proposed project is to replace the existing steps to the pier and add a handrail to the walkway and a second handrail to the pier in the buffer to salt marsh. With regards to aesthetics, the only concern of the Commission was the need for the second handrail. Mr. Mahoney made a motion that was seconded to issue a negative determination that a Notice of Intent is not required. A vote was taken; 5 in favor and one opposed (Vautrain). The motion passed.
PH, DOYLE, 455 UNIONBRIDGE RD., SE 18-1201, GARAGE & DRIVEWAY
Representing the applicant was Mark Casey of South Shore Survey Consultants, Inc. The proposed project is to construct an addition and garage and install a gravel driveway in the buffer to bordering vegetated wetlands and the outer riparian. Mr. Casey submitted the impervious coverage calculation. Mr. Grady agreed with the wetland delineation as shown on the plan. Mr. Butcher asked about drainage and requested that the applicant install a grated grease trap drainage pit at the entrance to the garage. Mr. Mahoney made a motion that was seconded to issue the Orders of Conditions. A vote (6-0) was taken and the motion passed unanimously.
PH, STRIAR, TANGLEWOOD TRAIL, SE 18-1203, SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING AND SEPTIC SYSTEM
Representing the applicant was David Crispin of the BSC Group who explained the project, which was construction of a single family dwelling and septic system in the buffer to bordering vegetated wetlands. Mr. Grady commented that the plan shows the proposed foundation closer than 50 feet to the wetlands; that the applicant needs to calculate the impervious coverage; and that the Wetland and Watershed District needs to be shown accurately on the plan. He also indicated that the Board of Health has yet to approve the plan. Mr. Grady will write to the Board of Health asking for comments. Mr. Mahoney commented that since this is a vacant lot it is necessary that the applicant adhere to all the regulations of the Commission. Ms. Becky Chin of 31 Deerpath Trail North spoke about past concerns of the Town with regards
to water problems and the drainage culvert in the area. Mr. James Logie of 6 Tanglewood Trail also spoke about water issues in the area. The Commission asked for more details on the house plan. Mr. Mahoney made a motion that was seconded to continue the public hearing to June 17, 2003 in order for the applicant to provide the requested information and for the Commission to hear from the Board of Health. A vote (6-0) was taken and the motion passed unanimously.
PH, E.E.C., INC., LOT 14 CUSHING DR., SE 18-1203, POOL & SITE WORK
Representing the applicant was Mark Casey of South Shore Survey Consultants, Inc. The proposed project is construction of a pool and site work associated with construction of a single-family dwelling. The dwelling is outside the 100-foot buffer to bordering vegetated wetlands. The project conforms to the regulations. Mr. Mahoney made a motion that was seconded to issue Orders of Conditions. A vote (6-0) was taken and the motion passed unanimously.
CONT'D. PH, O'CONNOR, 18 WADSWORTH LN., LANDSCAPING, SE 18-1205
Representing the applicant was Shawn Dahlen. Mr. Dahlen presented a revised plan that relocated 3 of the wetland flag locations as requested. Mr. Butcher made a motion that was seconded to issue Orders of Conditions. A vote (6-0) was taken and the motion passed unanimously.
CONT'D. PH, FOTTA, 830 FRANKLIN ST., POOL, SE 18-1204
Representing the applicant was Shawn Dahlen. Mr. Grady reported that the Commission had received some letters from abutters voicing their concerns about the project. Mr. Dahlen explained the reasons for the pool location on the site. The engineer will stake the location of the pool prior to installation. Ms. Cecilia Smith of 848 Franklin St. voiced her concerns about the pool in relation to the pond. She is concerned that chemicals used in the pool will contaminate the pond and that activities at the pool will disturb the wildlife. Mr. Dahlen responded to her concerns and indicated the pool was significantly above the flood zone elevation and that the levels of chemicals used would be safe for children to swim in the pool. Robert Pascarella of 491 Unionbridge Rd. voiced his concerns, which included
precedent for other pools along the pond and aesthetic value of the area. Mr. Vautrain noted that there is an existing lawn between the pool and the wetlands, but asked if the applicant would consider additional plantings to better protect the wetlands. The applicant agreed. The Commission noted the proposed pool conformed to the regulations. Mr. Mahoney made a motion that was seconded to issue the Orders of Conditions. A vote (6-0) was taken and the motion passed unanimously.
PH, JANNETTY, 10 HOWLANDS LANDING, PIER REPAIR, SE 18-1207
Representing the applicant was Miriam Jannetty, who described the project. The proposed project is to repair the earthen stone pier. Mr. Grady indicated that the project is adjacent to a town landing so the Harbormaster, Waterfront Advisory Committee and Shellfish Advisory Committee should review the plan. Mr. Mahoney made a motion that was seconded to continue the public hearing to June 17, 2003 at 9:25 p.m. A vote (6-0) was taken and the motion passed unanimously.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
The Conservation Administrator recommended issuance of Certificates of Compliances for SE 18-990 (11 Plymouth Ave.) and SE 18-1184 (Bayside Marine). Mr. Mahoney made a motion that was seconded to issue Certificates of Compliances for SE 18-990 and SE 18-1184. A vote (6-0) was taken and the motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Mahoney made a motion that was seconded to spend from the Conservation Fund $373.10 for a string mower. A vote (6-0) was taken and the motion passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
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