TOWN OF POLAND
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES OF
May 25, 2010
I. Call to Order
Chairman Chuck Finger called the May 25th, meeting of the Poland Planning Board to order at 7:00 PM. Members present were: Carl Duchette, Chuck Finger, George Greenwood, and Jim Porter. Members absent with notification were Bruce Uldall, Kristina Greenleaf, and Bob Brown. Jim Porter will be a voting member this evening. Attached to the minutes is a list of the public who attended the meeting.
II. Minutes
Minutes of May 11, 2010.
Motion: On a motion by C. Duchette and seconded by G. Greenwood to bring the minutes of May 11th to the Board.
Discussion: None
Action: Motion carried 4-0 in favor. Voting for: C. Duchette, C. Finger, G. Greenwood, and J. Porter.
G. Greenwood mentioned that he recused himself from hearing the application for Brian Merrill and the minutes said he voted on that application which he did not. Modification to minutes were made and initialed.
Motion: On a motion by C. Duchette and seconded by G. Greenwood to approved the minutes of May 11th as amended.
Discussion: None
Action: Motion carried 4-0 in favor. Voting for: C. Duchette, C. Finger, G. Greenwood, and J. Porter.
III._ Unfinished Business
3:25
- Cynthia Robbins, Formal Site Plan Review, Map 6, Lot 50. Construction of a Driving Range, Miniature Golf Course, and Disc Golf Course.
Cyndi and Mike Gotto addressed the Board. Mike said they have been approved by DEP for Stormwater and wetlands. They are hoping for final approval from the Board at this meeting. They also have made some modifications per the last meeting with the Board. J. Porter asked Mike Gotto about grinding the stumps, G. Greenleaf asked about the people crossing Rt. 26 to get from the Inn to the new facility. Bob Faunce was asked by C. Finger to address the possible pedestrian traffic crossing Rt. 26. Signage was discussed. C. Finger asked about the driving range and protecting Rt. 26 from errant golf balls. A citizen asked if the septic plan will be adequate for the future and Mike Gotto fielded that question. C. Finger went through the submission check list.
Motion: On a motion by C. Duchette and seconded by G. Greenwood to consider the Poland Spring Resort submission check list complete.
Discussion: None
Action: Motion carried 4-0 in favor. Voting for: C. Duchette, C. Finger, G. Greenwood, and J. Porter.
C. Finger went through the General review standards
Motion: On a motion by C. Duchette and seconded by G. Greenwood to approve the Poland Spring Resort application to build their golfing facility on Rt. 26, Map 6, Lot 50 as presented with the following conditions:
- That the Fire Chief sign off on the Dept. Head review form
- That the application be amended to state that the Board states that exterior lighting is not applicable at this time
Discussion: None
Action: Motion carried 4-0 in favor. Voting for: C. Duchette, C. Finger, G. Greenwood, and J. Porter.
- Bob Faunce, Discussion of Stormwater Management.
Bob addressed the Board regarding Stormwater.
IV. New Business
35:28
- Green Therapy of Maine, Informational, Medical Marijuana Dispensary.
Sherri LaPointe and Jodi Savage, co-founder of a non profit organization called “Green Therapy of Maine”. They addressed the Board with information regarding medical Marijuana dispensaries. Discussion ensued.
- Roger Jope, Informational, Map 36, Lot 9. Putting foundation under existing dwelling.
Roger said his existing structure, which on posts, is approximately 40’ from the water. He said he wants 8’ of clearance with the foundation which he referred to as a walk out basement. Roger said he’d like to move the camp back approximately 30’. Discussion ensued. H. McNally offered to meet with Roger onsite to get a better idea of the situation and options.
- Joseph Gabriele Tyo, Site Plan/Home Occupation, Map 9, Lot 15.
Joseph would be offering computer services at his North Raymond home. There would be traffic coming to his home and also a sign would be placed at the entrance of the driveway. Parking capacity was discussed. They didn’t expect more than 5 cars in a week in the beginning. C. Finger went through the check list.
Motion: On a motion by C. Duchette and seconded by G. Greenwood to consider the Joseph Gabriele Tyo application as complete.
Discussion: None
Action: Motion carried 4-0 in favor. Voting for: C. Duchette, C. Finger, G. Greenwood, and J. Porter.
Motion: On a motion by C. Duchette and seconded by G. Greenwood to approve the Dragonkeeper Computer Services located at 409 North Raymond Rd as presented.
Discussion: None
Action: Motion carried 4-0 in favor. Voting for: C. Duchette, C. Finger, G. Greenwood, and J. Porter.
- Kermit & Suzanne McCormack, Modification of existing SLZ application. Map 21, Lot 13.
1:28:52
Kermit explained that the application was for adding 44 sq. ft. to the bedroom.
Motion: On a motion by C. Duchette and seconded by G. Greenwood to consider the McCormack submission checklist as complete.
Discussion: None
Action: Motion carried 4-0 in favor. Voting for: C. Duchette, C. Finger, G. Greenwood, and J. Porter.
Motion: On a motion by C. Duchette and seconded by G. Greenwood to approve Kermit & Suzanne McCormack’s application to expand their bedroom as planned with the SLZ boilerplate.
Discussion: None
Action: Motion carried 4-0 in favor. Voting for: C. Duchette, C. Finger, G. Greenwood, and J. Porter.
5. Robert B. Berube, Informational, Map 26, Lot 22.
Mr. Berube stated that he would like to buy this property and there are many repairs to be done. Heather said it would be good for him to address the Board regarding the camp with it close proximity to the lake. Discussion ensued.
V. Recognition of Visitors not scheduled on the Agenda
VI. Planning Board Business
1:48:54
- Discuss workshop session schedule for upcoming months.
It was decided that the Board would meet at 6:30 the following meeting.
VII. CEO-Communications
VIII. Recording Secretary Business
IX. Any Other Business
X. Adjourn
2:03:18
Motion: On a motion by C. Duchette, and seconded by G. Greenwood to adjourn
Discussion: None
Action: Motion carried 4-0 in favor. Voting for: C. Duchette, C. Finger, G. Greenwood, and J. Porter.
NOTE: THESE MINUTES ARE NOT VERBATIM. THEY ARE ONLY A SUMMARY OF THE BUSINESS THAT TOOK PLACE. FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION, THE TOWN OFFICE HAS AVAILABLE THE AUDIOTAPES AND ANY DOCUMENTATION SUBMITTED TO THE PLANNING BOARD REGARDING THIS MEETING.
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