PLANNING BOARD MINUTES
February 23, 2004
The Planning Board for the City of Marlborough met on Monday, February 23, 2004, in Memorial Hall, 3rd floor, City Hall, Marlborough, MA 01752. Members present: Chairperson Barbara L. Fenby, Clerk Colleen M. Hughes, Philip J. Hodge, Raymond R. Peters, Robert Hanson and Clyde L. Johnson. Also present: Assistant City Engineer Thomas P. Temple.
MINUTES
On a motion by Mr. Hanson, seconded by Ms. Hughes, it was duly voted:
To accept and file the minutes of the meeting on January 26, 2004.
CHAIR’S BUSINESS
Presentation by Director of Planning Al Lima
Mr. Lima briefly reviewed to topics:
1. Affordable Housing: The affordable housing committee met this evening with representatives from the City Council, Zoning Board of Appeals, Community Development Administration and the newly formed Community Development Corporation. Its been determined that the intent of this committee is to not only stay ahead of the 10% affordable housing requirement but to make sure that the City of Marlborough is sufficiently addressing the needs of its constituency. They will be developing a document to move forward with an “affordable housing trust fund”. Mr. Hodge requested that Mr. Lima start the ball rolling on a getting a time and date for the next meeting to insure the continued work on this project.
2. Transportation: Mr. Lima explained that some time ago Congressman Markey was able to have money put aside for Framingham transportation issues. There is currently 495 thousand dollars that need to be spent by September of 2004 that was originally earmarked for capital purchases. They have struck an agreement to improve the Lift 7 bus to both provide service on the half hour instead of just hourly as well as to extend the hours slightly. They are asking for the money to be spent on both capital and operational issues.
Additionally there is suburban mobility money that the Worcester Transit Authority to perhaps operate an “on-demand” service for people going to specific sites at specific times. Mr. Hodge explained that the Metro West Growth Management group may be also applying for some for that money as well.
Comprehensive permit information Shane’s Lane
Mrs. Wilderman advised that the information was provided for informational purposes only.
Completed Wall 210 West Hill Road
Mr. Miele has submitted a picture of the completed stonewall re-creation as required at the Scenic Road hearing for that lot. The Board was satisfied that the work was in keeping with the design requirements of the scenic road act.
Back Lot Zoning Amendment
Mr. Hodge distributed to the Board members a copy of the proposed language for the zoning amendment for limited development subdivisions. Mr. Hodge made some minor changes to the language.
On a motion by Mr. Johnson, seconded by Ms. Hughes, it was duly voted:
To table consideration of this document until the next meeting to allow the members to review and amend the document.
APPROVAL NOT REQUIRED PLANS
Russell Street approval of plan
Attorney Bergeron explained that at the last meeting it was asked that a note be added to the plan explaining that the existing dwelling and outbuildings are to be moved. It was later determined that such notes are already on the plan and therefore the plan can be signed.
On a motion by Ms. Hughes, seconded by Mr. Johnson, it was duly voted:
To accept and endorse a plan of land believed to be approval not required of Shane’s Lane, LLC, P.O. Box 4136, Westford, MA 01886. Name of Engineer: H-Star Engineering Inc., 9 Action Road suite 17, Chelmsford, MA 01824. Plan recorded in the Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, Book 12117, page 52.
Lakeside Realty Trust (Felton and Landry Drive)
Mr. Temple had some concerns regarding two notes on the plan and was unable to reach DPW Commissioner LaFreniere to advise. Mrs. Wilderman advised that due to the time constraints, the Board needs to either deny the plan as incomplete or approve an extension as requested by the developers representative.
On a motion by Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Hodge, it was duly voted:
To accept and file the correspondence from Attorney Douglas Rowe asking to extend the time for consideration of this plan not to exceed thirty (30) days (March 23, 2004).
247 Maple Street
A review of the proposed plan shows the following:
· That Maple Street is a public way in the City of Marlborough
· That the plan presented to the Planning Board for approval, “Plan of Land of Maple Street in Marlborough, Massachusetts”, Dated January 22, 2004, consists of two parcels, one designated Parcel A-1 and the other designated Parcel A-2.
· Parcel A-1 has no frontage on Maple Street Street.
· Parcel A-2 has no frontage on a public way
· Both parcels are designated as not to be considered separate building lots
· The land in its entirety was conveyed to the Kennedys from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with the understanding that the parcel will be equally divided between Mr. Kennedy and the abutter, Louis Monti
· Parcel A-2 is to be conveyed to Mr. Monti and is to be combined with his existing property.
The Assistant City Engineer noted that he had reviewed the plans and that they appear to meet the requirements of an approval not required plan. The developer’s representative, Peter Bemis, made a small spelling correction to the plan prior to the vote.
On a motion by Ms. Hughes, seconded by Mr. Johnson, it was duly voted:
To accept and endorse the plan of land believed to be approval not required of Dennis and Carolyn Kennedy, 247 Maple Street, Marlborough, MA 01752. Name of Engineer: Engineering Design Consultants, Inc., 32 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772. Deed of property recorded in the Middlesex Registry of Deeds, book 27792, page 285. Location and description of property: Maple Street.
Reynolds Court
On a motion by Mr. Hodge, seconded by Mr. Johnson, it was duly voted:
To accept and refer the plan to the City Engineer for his review and recommendation at the next meeting on Monday, March 8, 2004.
173 Howe Street
On a motion by Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Peters, it was duly voted:
To accept and refer the plan to the City Engineer for his review and recommendation at the next meeting on Monday, March 8, 2004.
R.K. Plaza East/Sheffield Court
On a motion by Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Hanson, it was duly voted:
To accept and refer the plan to the City Engineer for his review and recommendation at the next meeting on Monday, March 8, 2004. The developer’s representative, Attorney Dave Gadbois, will also make sure that a locus is included on the final plan.
SUBDIVISION PROGRESS REPORTS
Update by City Engineer
Both Mrs. Wilderman and Mr. Temple continue to work on correspondence to be sent to developers with outstanding issues.
Waters Edge Bond Reduction
Mr. Temple advised the Board that he is not making any recommendations for bond reductions until he can do inspections on site.
Crystal Ridge Estates
Information was provided to the Board concerning the on-going problems with drainage at the intersection of Farm Road and D’Anjou Drive. Mr. Temple continues to work with the developer to maintain this intersection until the better weather and the final grading can be taken care of.
DiCenzo Boulevard request for bond reduction
On a motion by Mr. Hodge, seconded by Mr. Johnson, it was duly voted:
To accept and refer the request for a bond reduction to the City Engineer for his review and recommendation at the next meeting on Monday, March 8, 2004.
PENDING SUBDIVISION PLANS: Updates and Discussions
Definitive Old Orchard Heights
Consideration for this plan has been extended until March 31, 2004.
Definitive Acre Bridge Estates
The extension on this subdivision will run out prior to the next Planning Board meeting.
On a motion by Ms. Hughes, seconded by Mr. Hanson, it was duly voted:
To extend consideration of this plan pending correspondence from the developer’s representative.
Eager Court
A letter from the developer’s representative, Thomas P. DiPersio, Sr. of Thomas Land Surveyors regarding the time frame for the review of this project.
On a motion by Mr. Hodge, seconded by Mr. Hanson, it was duly voted:
To deny the approval of the plan unless the letter provided is a request for an extension of consideration of this definitive subdivision request.
COMMUNICATION/CORRESPONDENCE
On a motion by Ms. Hughes, seconded by Mr. Hodge, it was duly voted:
To accept and file all items listed under communications and/or correspondence.
On a motion by Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Peters, it was duly voted:
To adjourn at 8:40 p.m.
A TRUE COPY
ATTEST: _________________________
Colleen M. Hughes, Clerk
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