MINUTES OF THE PLANNING BOARD MEETING
MAY 13, 2009
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Patricia Halpin, Patrick McKeon, Karen Paré, Lawrence Salate, Vincent Vignaly
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Wayne Amico, Erin Moudios, Nick Moudios
The regular meeting of the Planning Board was opened at 7:55 p.m. by the Chair, Ms. Halpin.
HONEY DEW DONUTS: POSSIBLE AMENDMENTS TO SITE PLAN APPROVAL
Mr. Nick Moudios and Ms. Erin Moudios, who received approval in March to extend the Site Plan Approval for Honey Dew Donuts for one year, attended the meeting in order to discuss a possible change to the proposed business use at the site. The new purpose for the building will be a business whose use will change from the sale of donuts to the sale of ice cream and hot dogs. The sales will include those of a Dairy Queen such as blizzards, Orange Julius, smoothies and hot dogs. Mr. Moudios stated that he had previously received a Variance from the ZBA for parking. Mr. Amico stated that a technical memo from Mr. Moudios’ engineer would be helpful for the files for the change of use. Mr. Vignaly advised him that an increase of 15 or more parking spaces would require filing an application for an amended
site plan review. The Board noted that the use was substantially the same and no new site plan was required. If the owner determined that the site required modifications, such as increasing the number of parking spaces, he could file an amended site plan.
INSPECTION REPORTS
Hillside Village: Mr. Vignaly conducted a recent site inspection of detention basin number two and noted that there is still standing water, which indicates a problem. No further information has been received from the Hillside Village Condo Association.
Angell Brook: Mr. Amico reported that there are no problems with construction. The sewer pipe installation looked fine.
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Ernie’s Car Wash: Final paving has not yet been completed.
NEW BUSINESS
Flood Insurance Rate Map
FEMA has produced a digital preliminary copy of the Flood Insurance Rate Map and Flood Insurance Study Report for Worcester County. The Planning Board was asked for comments. Mr. Vignaly reviewed the documents and stated that he has some concerns. He will contact Mr. Gaumond with comments from the Planning Board.
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross at Worcester Corporate Center is considering another expansion. Their engineer, Mr. Bensley, contacted the Town Administrator who forwarded his remarks to the Building Inspector and the Planning Board. The Building Inspector advised him to submit a plan.
Changes to Zoning in the Sewer District
The Board of Selectmen requested the presence of the Planning Board at their meeting on May 20th to discuss zoning changes in the sewer district. Mr. Vignaly suggested that the Planning Board wait to hear what the Board of Selectmen have in mind and then respond to their proposal after the Planning Board has had time to discuss it and gather information. Ms. Paré agreed and added that residential development is quite expensive to the town, and if lot sizes are decreased and more development occurs, the town needs to get something in return, such as more affordable housing. Mr. Vignaly stated that changes to lots could also increase sewer flow and increase the number of children needing to be educated. Ms. Halpin stated that she will contact Ms. Lucier and ask that the Board of Selectmen/Sewer Commission
bring forth their proposal for consideration of the Planning Board at a later date.
Massachusetts Film Office
Ms. Paré responded to Mr. Gaumond’s request for input on the Massachusetts Film Office.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS/COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS FOR COMING YEAR
On motion of Mr. Vignaly and second of Mr. McKeon, it was unanimously voted to elect Mr. Salate Chairman of the Planning Board.
On motion of Ms. Paré and second of Mr. McKeon, it was unanimously voted to elect Ms. Halpin Vice Chairman of the Planning Board.
On motion of Ms. Paré and second of Mr. Vignaly, it was unanimously voted to elect Mr. McKeon Treasurer of the Planning Board.
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On motion of Mr. Vignaly and second of Mr. McKeon, it was unanimously voted to elect Ms. Paré Clerk of the Planning Board.
The following Committee Assignments were decided:
CMRPC: Patrick McKeon
Earth Removal: Vincent Vignaly
Housing Partnership: Patricia Halpin
Town Wide Planning: Karen Paré
Economic Development: Patrick McKeon
Bylaws: Lawrence Salate
Community Preservation: Patricia Halpin
Mr. Vignaly will review Minutes of the ZBA and Board of Health. Mr. McKeon will review Minutes of the Conservation Commission and Ms. Paré will review Minutes of the Board of Selectmen.
REVIEW OF WARRANT FOR MAY 18TH TOWN MEETING
The Board reviewed the Warrant for the upcoming Town Meeting. There are no proposed zoning changes and no Articles that will impact the work of the Planning Board.
MINUTES/BILLS
Invoices were approved for payment to VHB and a reimbursement to Mr. McKeon for his attendance at the Citizen Planner Training Collaborative. Upon motion of Ms. Paré and second of Mr. Vignaly, it was unanimously voted to approve as written the Minutes of the April 8, 2009 Meeting of the Planning Board. At 9:50 p.m., upon motion of Ms. Paré and second of Mr. Vignaly, it was unanimously voted to adjourn.
Date Accepted:_____________ By:_____________________________
Karen Paré, Clerk
Submitted By:_______________________
Susan Abramson
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