MINUTES OF THE PLANNING BOARD MEETING
MARCH 14, 2007
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairperson Karen Paré, John Baker, Vincent Vignaly, Elise Wellington
MEMBERS ABSENT: Patricia Halpin
OTHERS PRESENT: Wayne Amico, Jason Goyette, Christopher Pallotta, Larry Salate
Before the start of the meeting, Town Administrator Leon Gaumond and members of the Board of Selectmen joined members of the Planning Board and the audience in thanking Ms. Wellington for her years of service to the town and the Planning Board. This is the last meeting of the Board she will be attending as a member. Everyone agreed that Ms. Wellington made enormous contributions not only to the Planning Board, but to the Town Wide Planning Committee and Open Space Committee as well. Ms. Wellington distinguished herself by always being prepared to knowledgably discuss every issue and be a resource for all aspects of state and local zoning law. She served multiple times as Chair, Treasurer and Clerk of the Planning Board, always with distinction. The Planning Board members will personally miss her and her
contributions. The town has lost a dedicated and hard working volunteer.
ANR: OYER, 164 MALDEN STREET
Mr. Jason Goyette from David Ross Associates presented an ANR plan for 164 Malden Street, property owned by Joseph and Patricia Oyer. A mylar, six copies of the plan, two Forms(s) A and the $400 filing fee were also submitted. The plan has adequate frontage and acreage for the two lots. Upon motion of Mr. Baker and second of Mr. Vignaly, it was unanimously voted to sign the ANR plan.
ERNIE’S CAR WASH: REQUEST TO EXTEND START OF CONSTRUCTION
Mr. Christopher Pallotta attended the meeting in order to discuss an extension from the Planning Board of the date to start construction on his planned car wash on West Boylston Street. This start date (April 27, 2007) has already been extended once. Mr.
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Vignaly explained that Site Plan Approval only allows for one, one-year extension after written request by the applicant. Mr. Pallotta explained that he has hired a general contractor and hopes to tear down the existing building at the site by next month. Ms. Paré stated that, if he obtains a demolition permit, there is no need for him to get an extension. The act of demolition represents the start of construction.
INSPECTION REPORTS
Hillside Village: VHB will re-inspect after Basin 2 has been repaired and there are higher flows. Ms. Paré reported that the Conservation Restriction has still not been finalized and suggested that the Board push for the completion of the CR for Angell Brook as well.
Angell Brook: VHB conducted a field inspection on January 11th. Emily Drive will only be inspected as requested. Mr. Amico will email Mr. Staiti and Mr. Brodeur to check the status of the site.
Gates Brook: As-built plans were submitted today. The applicant has still not paid VHB for work performed last year. VHB will proceed with the as-built review after the account balance is paid in full.
Finder’s Pub: Thompson-Liston has not reported any further progress. Ms. Paré will write another letter to request the status of “Keepers”.
Century Farm: The contractor needs to obtain approval of their “SWPPP Plan” from the DEP.
D&S Realty: Waiting for the planting in the spring and the submittal of as-built plans.
Oakdale: The applicant intends to file a new site plan and is currently applying to the ZBA for a Special Permit to build in the Single Residence District.
PROPOSED STORMWATER BYLAW
This Bylaw will be part of the town’s General Bylaws. There needs to be a meeting with Mr. Westerling, the Building Inspector, Conservation Commission and the Planning Board to discuss this proposal. The Planning Board will not be the Stormwater Authority. Mr. Baker stated that the Board of Selectmen know that this is not the responsibility of the Planning Board. Much input is needed from the Planning Board and the Conservation Commission. West Boylston is a Phase II EPA community and the purpose of the Bylaw is to prevent stormwater from flowing into the waterways. If more than 10,000sf is disturbed, on any lot or group of contiguous lots, then silt fences and basins are required.
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GERARDO’S: SIGN AMENDED APPROVAL
The amended Approval for Gerardo’s contains the condition that delivery (or any other type) trucks must be less than 24 feet to enter the lot. This is due to the restricted turning space adjacent to the loading dock. This restriction needs to be in place in order to prevent larger trucks from backing out onto West Boylston Street. Upon motion of Mr. Vignaly and second of Ms. Wellington, it was voted, three ayes, to sign the Amended Site Plan Approval and Special Permit for Gerardo’s Business Center. Mr. Baker abstained from voting.
AMENDMENTS TO SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
After a discussion of an amendment to Section 6.G.1., made in order to comply with “TR16” (EPA requirement to ensure local municipalities have adequate sewer regulations in place), upon motion of Ms. Wellington and second of Mr. Baker, it was unanimously voted to adopt the amended “Subdivision Regulations” as presented in draft form to the meeting, with the latest changes discussed this evening. Thanks to Mr. Vignaly and Ms. Paré for endless hours spent researching and revising this lengthy and complex document.
ZONING ARTICLES
Ms. Paré presented a draft amendment to the Zoning Bylaws to allow convalescent and nursing homes to operate in the Industrial District with a Special Permit from the ZBA. A public hearing to discuss this amendment will be held April 11, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Ms. Paré will refer this proposal to the Board of Selectmen tomorrow. Ms. Wellington reminded the Board that there needs to be a discussion of the proposed zoning changes suggested by Mr. Brodeur.
OTHER BUSINESS
Ms. Wellington presented Mr. Vignaly with an old “Treasurer’s Book” from the Planning Board, noting how the business of the Board has increased over the years.
Mr. Larry Salate, candidate for Ms. Wellington’s seat on the Board, attended the meeting in order to become informed about the mission and current activities of the Board.
MINUTES AND BILLS
Invoices were submitted for payment to the T&G, Verizon Wireless and VHB. Upon motion of Mr. Vignaly and second of Mr. Baker, it was unanimously voted to approve as
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amended the Minutes of the Planning Board Meetings held on February 21, 2007 and February 28, 2007 and the Minutes of the February 28, 2007 Public Hearings for
Amendments to the Subdivision Regulations and the Proposed Zoning Bylaw for the 10-Taxpayer Petition for Changing Hours of Operation for Businesses.
At 9:05 p.m., upon motion of Ms. Wellington and second of Mr. Vignaly, it was unanimously voted to adjourn.
Date Accepted:_____________
Submitted By:__________________________
Susan Abramson
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