The Internal Traffic Committee met in the Selectman’s Hearing Room, Town Hall at 78 Main Street, Hudson, Massachusetts. At 10:00 the Committee called the meeting to order.
Present: Tony Marques, Chief Richard Braga, Chief John Blood, Jeff Wood, and Jennifer Burke
Traffic Issues
Brook & Main Streets
The Committee is in receipt of a letter from Katherine Pollard at 185 Brook Street. In her letter Ms. Pollard expressed concern for the intersection of Brook & Main Streets. However she also mentioned being near the Stow town line which is contradictory. The Committee was confused by the location of her concern.
Chief Braga noted that there are no statistics that warrant a light at the intersection of Brook and Main Streets. He referred to accident data.
The Committee also noted that the Lewis Street and Main Street intersection had been previously discussed and DPW is prepared to add signage after July 1, 2009.
Other
Lauren Heights – Pre Construction Conference
Present were: Christopher Yates, Atty. at Law
Mark Rhodes
Ms. Burke reviewed the status of the subdivision with the Committee. She noted that the Planning Board suggested Mr. Rhodes meet with the Department Heads prior to beginning work.
Mr. Rhodes reviewed the emergency work done to do date and the construction schedule as provided.
Mr. Marques stated that he has concerns with debris being dragged into the road. He noted that the conditions require it be swept once per week. He confirmed hours of operation including 7-5 Monday – Friday and 7-1 on Saturday. Ms. Burke asked about the catch basins on Hickory Lane. He noted that they are in the process of being cleaned but will require a visual inspection when the project in complete.
Chief Braga asked that he be notified prior to final pavement so that it can be determined if a detail is needed.
Sam Wong, Board of Health Agent, reminded Atty. Yates that a Homeowner’s Association must be set up to deal with the septic system. Mr. Marques indicated that Atty. Yates should review the whole DEP approval. Dr. Wong also noted that annual inspections are required of the system.
Mr. Rhodes asked how to obtain a license to install drainage and water. Mr. Marques outlined the procedure.
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