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TAUNTON PLANNING BOARD MINUTES
CITY HALL, TAUNTON, MA 02780
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DATE: April 2, 2009 PAGE NO: 1
BOARD MEMBERS: 1. Daniel Dermody, Chrmn. 5. Richard Faulkner, Clerk
2. Bob Campbell 6. Arthur Lopes
3. Manuel Spencer 7. David Pimental
4. Tony Abreau
ADVISORS:
8. Kevin Scanlon, City Planner
9. Mark Slusarz, City Engineer
Roll Call: Faulkner, Spencer, Campbell, Pimental, Lopes. Also present was Kevin Scanlon, City Planner. Meeting opens at 5:30 PM. Also present was City Engineer Mark Slusarz. Dermody and Spencer present at 5:50PM.
Dick made motion to accept minutes of March 5, 2009, seconded by Arthur. All in favor.
Dick made motion to revert out of the regular order of business, seconded by David. All in favor.
Special Permit-Site Plan Review – 671, 677 County St & 133 Hart St – Drive thru for CVS Pharmacy – Need to forward a recommendation to the Municipal Council.
Atty. David Gay, representing Gersham Brown Crowley, Inc., Tony Moura, Engineer, Robert Clinton, Vanasse Hangen Bruslin, Inc., Paul Beck, Gershman, Brown Crowley were invited into the enclosure. Kevin stated they have received their ZBA approval and DIRB but the case is still in litigation. It was approved by the ZBA, appeal by an abutter and the court ruled in the applicant’s favor and it was appealed again. Atty. Gay stated there are no changes to the submitted plans. They are here for a recommendation by the board to the Council for the pharmacy drive-thru. Atty. Gay stated the drive-thru is for drop off prescriptions and is used mainly by young parents or the elderly. Dave asked if this will encompass the Shurtleff property? Atty. Gay stated yes they will be
razing the duplex, Thomas house and the Shurtleff houses. The lot consists of 3 lots and there will be landscaping provided for the abutting residences. The drive-thru is strictly for prescriptions and there will be no speakers or noise. They will have access off Hart Street and Route 140 County St., and they will need curb cut thru Mass. Highway. It was asked if this would be open 24 hours? Atty. Gay answers no. Atty. Gay stated the case has been appealed again and is now in the appellant court and they are confident they will be able to move forward and the conditions will be implemented as soon as they can start. Kevin stated that there was some mitigation and there will be a cash contribution for a complete design of the intersection. They will also be giving the city some property to do widening on the southbound. The City will only have to pay for the northbound land takings. Bob asked if
there was any consideration given to the pedestrians and the driveways? Atty. Gay stated if Mass. Highway agrees they will be happy to implement Bob’s suggestions. Mr. Faulkner asked about egress onto County Street? They will have full access curt cut to make right turn and they will add striping and signs “Do No Enter”. Tony asked how much are they giving City? Kevin states the amount of the cash contribution is $450,000 and the southbound takings, and some signal improvements. Tony reminded they would have to re-pave up to the intersection.
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David made motion to forward a positive recommendation to the Municipal Council, Seconded by Dick. All in favor.
Rose Gardens – Letter from applicant requesting Refund of Mylar Deposit ($9,000) Not pursuing project.
Aaron Wluka, petitioner was invited into the enclosure. Kevin stated he is requesting to have the Mylar Deposit refunded. Kevin said the Special Permit expires tomorrow and the subdivision is good for 8 years. The mylar copy was never picked up and recorded. Kevin stated if someone were to purchase subdivision they would have to record mylar plans and give us the $9,000. Bob asked if this was the one on Whittenton St reet? Kevin answers yes. Bob asked if it needed to be rescinded. Kevin states no because the mylar was never recorded and the subdivision vote is good for 8 years. Someone could potentially buy it and then would have to pay mylar deposit to get the plans to record. Kevin recommends releasing mylar.
Arthur made motion to return the $9,000 mylar deposit, seconded by Dick. All in favor.
Dan Dermody and Manny Spencer present at 5:50 PM.
Winthrop Heights – Request to switch Lot 36 for previously approved released Lot #23.
Kevin stated Mr. Fedoroff wishes to switch a lot in this subdivision which has bee going on for several years. He brought it to the Board’s attention, rather than just do it as an administrative act. The petitioner is here if the Board has any questions. Richard Fedoroff was invited into the enclosure. He stated it’s been about 5 years since the start of this subdivision and he has done better than most developers during these tough times. He has almost 40 houses up and he has been cleaning the catch basins and there was one issue with a snow plow leaving snow but that was resolved quickly. Mr. Fedoroff left 4 lots under covenant thinking these would be the less desirable. Anyhow he’s requesting to switch Lot 36 for Lot 23. He would place Lot 23
under covenant and then the Lot Release for Lot 36 can be issued.
Bob made motion to approve the switch of Lot 36 for Lot 23, Seconded by Manny All in favor.
Dick made motion to revert back to the regular order of business, seconded by Bob. All in favor.
Cont’d. Public Hearing – Prospect Hill Preserve – Special Permit/Definitive Cluster Inclusionary Development – to allow 16 single family homes within a condo community.
Atty. David Gay, and Joseph Lynch were invited into the enclosure. Kevin read dept. comments from City Engineer, Fire Dept., B.O.H., Water Dept., Conservation Commission and himself which were place on file. Atty. Gay stated they were here a couple of months ago and they have reduced the number of units again, to 14. The reason for that is after the last meeting it was discovered that there wasn’t the 50 feet between the building which is a requirement. They have that now. Atty. Gay stated they are willing to fix the culvert as discussed the Asst. DPW Commissioner. Atty. Gay sated that Tony received estimate of about $40,000 for culvert and they can get it done, hopefully, this summer. He stated he knows the City doesn’t have the funds to fix it so they are willing to
do it. Atty. Gay stated that Captain Bastis stated he did not get new plans. However; Atty. Gay talked to him and is first choice would be to extend the water (they can’t) and the second choice would be to do sprinkler system. The 3rd choice would be the underground tank but the city
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doesn’t maintain them. Atty. Gay stated the Chief cannot make us to one thing, he can only make you do the what the regulations say. He stated if they hook up to cistern tank it takes time to get water. Arthur asked if they explored using the pond for water? Atty. Gay stated they didn’t explore that option but if they did, it would probably be a backup. Atty. Gay stated they will propose tank and whatever the condo association requires they will do, they might require sprinklers. Dick stated there would be no problem with pond it would create draft but to have the cistern tank is not the preferred system. Bob asked if they are proposing individual pressure sewer for each house? Atty. Gay answers yes. Manny asked about the water and if it’s coming from
Raynham? Atty. Gay stated that the water comes to a certain point. Dave stated that the water goes up to Terri Ann Drive and stops and has low pressure. Bob asked about one garage on the garage being 65 feet away from the other structure? Kevin stated under the zoning ordinance, it’s an assessor dwelling and it’s not attached to the house. Dave suggested continuing until they know about the fire protection? Atty. Gay stated they don’t need a continuance because they will have to provide suitable fire protection. Opposition: David McCray, 307 Prospect Hill Street, Raynham, Ma. asked if they had a signed agreement with the City of Taunton and Raynham for the sewer? He stated this lot was not one of the grandfathered ones? Atty. Gay stated he has copy of agreement which was done 3-4 years ago it has been signed by the City of Taunton‘s Law Dept. and he can provide copy to Mr. McCray if he
wishes. Atty. Gay indicated that he did provide it at one of the previous meetings. He asked if they went thru the MEPA review? Atty. Gay answers yes. Kevin stated when a subdivision is approved the Planning Board approves with conditions and if they put condition of sewer they cannot develop subdivision without sewer. Mr. McCray stated that drafting from the pond would be impossible and sprinklers are not made to put out fires. Opposed: Timothy Butterwirth, 340 Prospect Hill Street stated they were proposing trenches and there is standing water and when he purchased is house a year ago there was pallets in the cellar. He was aware of some water coming in but he thinks after putting 14 foundations in the water level will rise? Atty. Gay stated they abandoned the idea of trenches and now are putting catch basins in. Atty. Gay state stated the whole site flows toward the wetlands and they are proposing to
put catch basins in. Opposed: Mike Veloza, 4 Prospect Hill St. asked if a traffic study was conducted? It was noted a letter from the Engineer was in original submittal and it was based on 22 homes. Opposed: Joyce Zhrenzweig, 268 Prospect Hill St. is pleased the culvert will be addressed and asked when will it be done? Atty. Gay stated they have to go thru Raynham & Taunton Conservation.
Dick made motion to close public input, seconded by Dave. All in favor.
Bob made motion to approve the Special Permit/Definitive Cluster Inclusionary with dept. comments and the following conditions:
1. Implement proposed drainage as presented.
2. Project must be serviced by municipal sewer.
3. The petitioner shall pay for the repair of the culvert in the road to provide safe access tot eh site. This must be done prior to occupancy permit is issued.
Motion seconded by many. All in favor.
Bob made motion to assign Earth Services Corp. to be the outside consultant for inspections, seconded by Arthur. All in favor.
Cont’d. Public Hearing – Proposed Zoning Map Amendment – Bay Street, Fremont St., & Bassett St. & Paul A. Dever State School Site – submitted by City of Taunton
Hearing opens at 6:31 PM. Roll Call: Spencer, Campbell, Abreau, Pimental, Lopes, Faulkner and Dermody. Mayor Crowley was invited into the enclosure. Mayor Crowley explained that this is the old Paul Dever State School and they are proposing to change it to Industrial. He explained the State Legislative
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delegation the City is able to showcase Phase V of the Myles Standish Ind. Park as a regional Biotech Life Science Center. Mayor Crowley stated upon inspection of the zoning it was discovered that this land is zoned Open Space Conservation. This encompasses the old Paul A. Dever State School which has L shaped buildings located on it. Because we can’t put this type of use in the Open Space Conservation District it led him to propose a zoning change. Mayor Crowley stated Phase V is slated to be the Biotech Life Science Center. The existing old buildings on the site are filled with asbestos and will require cleanup. Anything that goes in there will need asbestos removal. Mayor Crowley stated Phase IV & V runs along Boundary Road over to Fremont Street. He stated he is proposing a 300 foot buffer and that part will remain Open Space Conservation. It will institute a buffer and will remain open space. He stated he will send the Council the proposal and it will be deed
restricted to protect the neighbors. Mayor Crowley stated the big key is to change to Industrial which will allow this type of business to come to Taunton. He stated this will generate jobs and bring revenue to the City in these difficult times. He stated he cannot promise no layoffs next year. The City is looking for new revenue and this will help that and create jobs. He stated it’s encumburant of any city official to do what we can to attract revenues to the City. This zoning change will create 100 new industrial acres and 2 million dollars in taxes revenue. Now the Industrial park now provides 800 jobs and this could create up to 2,500 new jobs. Mayor Crowley stated he is proposing the deed restriction be in perpuity. He would restrict that no building greater than 50,000 sq. ft. be allowed on Phase IV. As part of his application to this Board he would propose that condition that no building larger than 50,000
sq. ft. be allowed on that portion of land. He stated he is very familiar with Paul A. Dever State School and he wants to work with the people who live there. He stated the Housing Authority will have use of the other sites. He stated the only thing they are asking for tonight is to change the zoning, not approve what goes in there. Mayor Crowley stated the TDC will come before the Board with an Industrial Subdivision for approval. Mayor Crowley states the Municipal Council will vote on this and make final decision. He stated there will be issues discussed down the road. He is aware of the Board’s concerns with the recreation area is allocated by the TDC. He stated the TDC can fine alternative site to the satisfaction of the Mayor and Council. This zoning change would be in the best interest of the City. Dick asked the City Planner’s for his opinion? Kevin stated this is very feasible
and he recommends providing a positive recommendation to the Municipal Council with the conditions as presented by the Mayor. Dick stated a few years back on the north end the TDC was to put aside 25-30 acres for recreation purposes. He wants to be guaranteed the City will get the fields. Mayor Crowley stated the 25 acres designated as recreation is around the old canteen area and it’s already zoned Industrial. He stated the TDC would have to make the alternative location for the recreation fields to the satisfaction of City Government. Chairman Dermody stated the 25 acres can’t be chopped up, and cannot be threatened. Mayor Crowley again stated the TDC has to satisfy the City Government of the location of the recreation area. Dave asked about the old swimming pool and old former beach area and who owns it? Mayor Crowley stated the State has restriction on it. Mayor Crowley stated the TDC, before they develop, would have
to find alternative site to the satisfaction of the Mayor and council. The Mayor complimented the TDC and the Industrial Park which is a gem. He states sometimes the volunteers get a bad rap but there are a lot of good people that sit on that board. He understands the Board’s concerns relative to the recreation area. Manny stated it’s no secret that he’s for soccer and baseball fields. He stated he is very frustrated with the lack of support for the fields. He heard the land that they have set aside is not that good of land, could be contaminated. He’s not sure if that’s true. Mayor Crowley stated the TDC’s obligations still exist in providing that recreation area. He stated if we had the land there could be help from various non-profit agencies who will benefit from this. This change will allow the City leverage funds for clean up of asbestos which is an enormous cost. Manny
understands the Mayor’s
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concerns but he would like to know if the land is taken away. Mayor Crowley stated this proposal doesn’t take away the recreation field obligation. If anything, this will encourage them to find alternative site. Manny just doesn’t want to see if die. He stated some people say they are for the kids in the community and they don’t show it. This Board is in favor of providing recreation fields for the children of this community. Mayor Crowley stated he has met with numerous groups about the recreation in the City. Chairman Dermody stated there could be advantages to having recreation area in the park. Bob asked the Mayor of part of the proposal was to demolish the buildings? Mayor Crowley answers yes. Kevin stated the State decides what they can do on their
property. They could put nuclear power plant if they wanted. Manny stated if within the 300 foot buffer if they made it presentable and it’s the wish of the City, they could use it for recreation.
Dick made motion to open public input, seconded by Bob. It was noted to give name & address for the Secretary.
Paul DeBarros, 50 Ryan Circle stated he wanted the City to put safeguards in for the water acquifer and the wells. He stated the proposal sounds good with the money that will be coming in then the City grants them TIF. He stated there is no continuous sidewalks, no handicapped access, and the schools are crowded now. He stated the City does need the income but then they give them a tax break (TIF) He wanted some safeguards for the citizens of the City. Mr. Faulkner reminded Mr. DeBarros that several years ago they wanted to put an asphalt plant in that area and the Planning Board denied that. Mr. Faulkner takes offense to Mr. DeBarros’s comments. Mr. Faulkner stated the Board denied request to protect the citizens of the Taunton. Mr. DeBarros apologized to
Mr. Faulkner. Mayor Crowley stated the City is on the verge of acquiring the Dever Wells, it’s being finalized as we speak. The Dever Wells have been there since June of 1942 with Camp Myles Standish to provide water for the Army Camps. The City is very much on top of that issues. Mayor Crowley stated this proposal will change the zoning, provide 300 foot buffer with deed striction on the size of the buildings. Deborah Carrr, 175 Partridge Circle., cited the traffic issue which is no a Planning Board issue. She agrees this will bring in business to the City. She stated the money will go into the Police & fire services. She stated the Mayor has offered a very good compromise. She was concerned with the building’s roofs, and those being eyesore. She stated the proposed 300 foot buffer is better than what they go for Perkins Paper which is about 60 feet. She stated the proposed deed restriction is a great
asset. Ms. Carr asked Manny about the 25 acres of recreation area? She stated until the TDC decides what will be developed where, they have no reason to act on their obligation. They are required to give 25 acres of recreation but how to you enforce it? Mayor Crowley stated the TDC is appointed by the Mayor and Council and they do a lot of good work. The Mayor stated he could ask them to do it in an excellerated fashion. They need to come in to the Council for a review. Ms. Carr stated most of the citizens are willing to back him up. She suggests everyone here tonight show up at the Council meeting also. Ms. Carr stated she believed the Mayor’s proposal and states it’s a good compromise and she could support it. But she again encourages presence by the abutters at the Council meeting. Scott Tolan, 26 Jessie Lane, stated his property isn’t o the plans and he would be the most affected. He
stated the 300 feet but right now it’s mess with the jersey barriers out there. Mayor stated the property is owned by the State all the way up to Boundry Road. Mr. Tolan stated he can hear Perkins Paper. Mayor Crowley stated Perkins Paper was a learning lesson for the city and they can now put safeguards in. Mayor Crowley stated he would provide updated map with Jessie Lane on it. Opposed: Brian Carr, 175 Partridge Circle, stated he has gone thru battles with Perkins and his concerns are building size, building height and loading docks. He stated that they had noise from Perkins Paper and Mr. Perkins was good enough to put up fencing to try to alleviate it. Mr. Carr wanted to make sure loading docks were not going to face the residents. Mayor Crowley stated that is reviewed once the Industrial Park is approved them a particular use is being proposed. He stated once it’s zoned Industrial
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you could put a fertilizer plant in. Mr. Carr stated that he attended a meeting several weeks ago for a particular site and his concern was the location of the loading dock. Kevin stated that he would be looking at changing the ordinance relative to loading dock being allowed to be in front of buildings. However; that’s not part of this proposal. That would be separate zoning changes. Kevin stated whatever changes are made to the Industrial District affects all of the Industrial Districts throughout the City. Mayor Crowley stated that its’ being proposed that no building larger than 50,000 sq. ft. be allowed as part of this proposal. Kevin stated he needs to tweek the Ordinance a little relative to loading sock and parking under Section 7.3.
He may prohibit loading docks in front unless it’s the only they can go? But that would be a different pack of zoning changes. Chairman Dermody stated the smaller building size would be attract a “greener” technology uses? Bob suggests maybe restricting the Aquifer Protection District? Kevin stated they need some more layers and he may look at that. Dave asked Mayor Crowley if the area sloped down along Boundary Rd. Mayor Crowley stated buildings 1-23 slopes down and then there is a stretch of land near the cafeteria that would need filling. Opppsed: Todd Riebesehl, 1344 Bay Street, stated he lives between the 2 DMR properties and was wondering if there would be buffer? Mayor stated the cemetery is behind his house and the Housing Authority has jurisdiction
over that land. The use that would most likely be proposed is of a campus setting for educational purposes. Mr. Riebesehl another use could go in there and he was looking for same type of buffer? Mayor agreed to look at the topography and address that at the Council public hearing. JoAnn Alden, 231 Fremont St. stated the Haul road is open all day and was wondering if that road was going to be used? It was answered no. Kevin stated the access is from Bassett Street to Fremont Street. The intent is for the property to be closed. Opposed: Brian Pech, 1242 Bay St. stated he too would like to have buffer for the Bay Street side. The entrance to Paul A. Dever State School is off Bay street and if that’s going to remain? Mayor Crowley stated the Life Science Center will be more of an educational offices and the main entrance would be by taking a left at Quality Beverage. The intent is to have no tractor trailers off
Bay Street. It was asked what the time table was? Mayor Crowley cannot answer that. He stated the TDC trying to get to partnership with the State but nothing has been finalized yet. He stated they could go thru the process simultaneously but doesn’t know for sure? He stated this is going to be a 5 million dollar project and it will take some time to implement depending upon infrastructure, sewer, water roads, etc. Mayor Crowley stated the State fought for Phase V to be air mounted for the Life Science Center which will allow local colleges to learn. You will not see heavy Industrial Uses on Phase V.
Chairman Dermody called for 5 minute recess.
Opposed: Sandy Grundy, 115 Paula Drive stated she was concerned with the opening of the Basset Street and stated the haul road is being used. She asked that it could be restricted to “No Truck Route” ? Mayor Crowley stated the Council approves that which is referred to the Safety Office and he conducts an inspection of the site. He stated if there is an alternative route then it probably can be restricted. Mayor Crowley stated some can be approved for No Trucks and so can’t because there isn’t an alternative route. Bob stated they also have to be approved by Mass. Highway. He stated there is a good alternative route here. Sherry Costa-Hanlon, 9 Madison, asked about the designations on the plans in regards to the Housing Authority
properties? She wanted to know if the left of the entrance will remain with the DMH and will it remain Open Space/Conservation? She suggests recommending to the Council to expand the Open Space /Conservation to include that land? Kevin stated you couldn’t add to the proposal. Kevin stated the way it was advertised it reference the Property I.D. numbers identifying each parcel. Kevin stated you can’t give exact dimension unless you have surveyed data. Mayor Crowley stated the metes & bounds in Phase IV &
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Phase V are clearly defined. They are defined which curves around Boundary Road. Sherry just wanted to re-iterate that it’s the way this proposal is being presented and that 300 feet will not be included in the change to Industrial. Mayor Crowley stated yes, that 300 foot buffer will no be changed to Industrial. Bob stated that there is no layout for South Boundary Road. Kevin stated it’s the intent to keep 300 feet from the property line as Open Space/Conservation. They could say 340 feet, to include the “layout”. Ms. Costa-Hanlon suggests changing it to Business District to limit the uses? Kevin stated Business District has a higher intensity use, still allows for light industrial, the lot size is higher and lot coverage is higher. She asked the
Mayor if he could have more information on the proposed Life Center for the Council and he agreed he would. She stated that she would like to see more of a buffer along Watson Pond property. See would like to see the Legislations relative o the 26 acres of recreation fields, it would be more tangible if it were designated. She agrees we’re all waiting for some ball fields.
Dave asked Mayor Crowley if he knew what the Housing Authority had in mind for their property? Mayor Crowley answers there could be housing for over 55 or housing for the Mental Retardation.
Dick made motion to close public input, seconded by Arthur. All in favor.
Tony made motion to forward a positive recommendation to the Municipal Council as Presented to include the following:
Proposed 300 foot buffer requirement along Fremont Street and South Boundary Road to remain zoned Open Space/Conservation.
Proposed Deed Restriction on the portion of Phase IV that is part of this zoning petition that no buildings larger than 50,000 sq. ft. shall be allowed.
Provide a buffer along the portion of Bay Street located between the remaining land of DMR and behind the houses on Bay Street.
Hearing closes at 8:11 PM.
Public Hearing - Proposed Zoning Map Amendment - To re-zone a parcel of land currently located in the Open Space Conservation to Industrial District. The property is located in the Myles Standish Industrial Park, West of the Industrial Park Lead Railroad Track, North of the Penn Central Railroad Track, Attleboro Branch, Easterly of Crane Avenue South, and Southerly of Pond View Circle and is known as Property I.D. 29-14 – Prince Henry Drive.
Roll Call: Spencer, Campbell, Abreau, Pimental, Lopes, Faulkner and Dermody. Hearing opens at 8:11 PM. Mr. Faulkner stated he was very upset to see if proposed zoning change because this parcel was left as a buffer for the abutters by the P.B. in 2002. Mr. Faulkner stated he voted that this would remain open space and he won’t vote to change it. Atty. Ed Roster was invited into the enclosure. No department comments. Atty. Roster was unaware of this being left for open space. He stated the park is sold out of land as far as Industrial lots and this is the last lot up there. Manny asked Atty. Roster if he was aware of the buffer for the residents. Atty. Roster stated he was unaware and TDC has a P&S Agreement with Lopes Companies to
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Future Fuel of which they will have wood pellet business. They are proposing to make wood pellets out of wood palets. Arthur asked if the lot has any wetlands? Atty. Roster yes there are some wetlands located on it but there is room to store palets.
Arthur made motion to open public input, seconded by Bob. All in favor.
Opposed: John Banna, 532 So. Crane Ave. submits petition signed by approx. 100 abutters in opposition. He read the petition into the record. He was under the impression there was going to be a roadway going in from Crane Avenue South.? Kevin stated there will be no access to So. Crane Avenue. Brian Coury, 545 So. Crane Ave. stated there is a huge water problem and there are endangered species, endangered flowers, (lady slippers) and you can hear the noise from the Industrial Park. He stated enough is enough and the Board should protect the neighbors. Chairman Dermody asked for a 5 minute break before they go into further public input. Dick Shafer, stated he would like to clarify some things. He stated this site has been cleaned up and this is the only remaining area in the park. The only reason they are here tonight is because Future Fuel (Lopes Companies) wishes to use the lot for storage and can’t unless it’s zoned Industrial. They are currently on the next lot and wish
to expand. Mr. Shafer stated the TDC will try to change for that purpose and it already had a buffer and there will be no access to South Crane Avenue. At most they might requires a fire exit. Mr. Shafer stated the site has been used by the DPW for a storage yard and all they are asking for is it to be approved as Industrial. Out of the 28 acres there is about 13 acres dry. He stated this site would be a pretty comparable site for recreation purposed? Mr. Shafer stated they have to do something with this site, if not changed to Industrial they could be housing in? Kevin stated you cannot put housing in the Open Space/Conservation. Bob asked about the proposed wood chipping business? Mr. Shafer stated there would no need for processing, just storage. Tony asked if there was any more lots down the area? Mr. Shafer answers no, he stated the only other interest for this site was for turn farm which would be
under Agricultural use. Opposed: Jim Brophy, 475 So. Crane Ave. stated the TDC cleaned up the brook just enough to get what they wanted. The brook is still full of pvc pipe and the pellet business is already there. He’s concerned with noise, with the diesels trucks and can they be assured of that there would e no stock piles? The neighborhood has to put up with the new landfill transfer station going in. Opposed: Bertha Andrade, 751 So. Crane Ave. stated she was quite surprised about the proposal. She stated she went to the Registry of Deed to found written documents & plans giving outline of the Industrial Park. She stated there was conservation land but it’s not the same as she was growing up. She stated that TDC wanted to change the zoning and it would have resulted in a building being only 50 feet from her bedroom window. She hopes the Planning Board live up to their promises they made
several years ago in regards to keeping this open space. She is glad that Mr. Faulkner what transpired years ago. Opposed: Tim Leary, 558 So Crane Ave.
He stated this would be a great harm to the neighborhood and no benefit to the City. Opposed: Herb Shuttauff, 727 So. Crane Ave., stated years ago it was promised that this would remain open space. We went along with the development of the industrial park because of the promises that were made. He stated enough is enough and they need to put a stop to it. Opposed: Dave Reid, lives on the corner of Pondview Circle & South Crane Ave. stated when he moved in there were no building on that side. He stated its nice neighborhood and they want it to remain that way. Opposed: Joseph LaPlante, 55 Pondview Circle stated there is a lot of wetlands and it would be too wet for any type of fields. He stated Lopes Companies have created dust and has been an impact to the neighbors. Ann
Frias, 790 So. Crane Ave. stated it’s unbelieveable noise, the traffic is terrible and the walls shake when the big trucks go by. Fred McLaughlin, Blueberry Lane also opposed. Atty. Roster stated he would, based on the overwhelming opposition, wishes
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to withdraw the proposal. There was some discussion about whether or not to allow withdraw or vote on it. Kevin stated the petitioner is willing to withdraw.
Arthur made motion to allow withdrawal, seconded by Tony. All in favor.
Hearing closed at 8:47 PM
Motion to adjourn meeting at 8:47 PM.
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