HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-11-30 Conservation Commission MinutesConservation Meeting Minutes 11/30/2011
Approved 0/11/2012
MINUTES
Reading Conservation Commission Meeting
Selectmen's Meeting Room, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Present: Jamie Maughan, Acting Chairman; Annika Scanlon; Thomas Loughlin, Barbara
Stewart; Brian Tucker; Brian Sullivan
Kim Saunders, Recording Secretary
Absent: William Hecht, Chairman and Charles Tirone, Interim Conservation Administrator
Call to Order:
There being a quorum the Acting Chairman opened the meeting at 7:00 PM
Old /New Business
Minutes for approval:
November 9, 2011
Motion made by Mr. Maughan to approve the minutes of November 09, 2011 as amended.
Ms. Stewart seconded. The vote was 4 -0 -0 (2 Commission members were not present for this
vote).
Kurchian Woods Trail Grant — Approval of payment to Moynihan Lumber
Lumber purchased to fix trails.
Motion made by Ms. Stewart to approve payment to Moynihan Lumber. Mr. Tucker seconded.
The vote was 4 -0 -0. (2 Commission members were not present for this vote).
Continued: ANRAD 270 -0593: 97& 101 Forest Street, Map, 39 Lot, 103 & 104,
Carolyn /Florence LLC
Mr. Maughan opened the Continued Public Hearing. Mr. Al Couliard was present. He talked
about the updated plans showing 2 flags moved; as discussed at the last meeting. Mr. Maughan
stated that he talked to Mr. Tirone earlier; he is comfortable with the new plans. Mr. Maughan
wanted to know if the culvert that was discussed at last meeting was found. Mr. Couliard stated it
wasn't; haven't had a chance to get back out there. Mr. Maughan let the applicant know the next
step is a NOI; work can not be started with out filing. The applicant will not be ready to file until
next year.
Motion made by Ms. Stewart to issue ANRAD 270 -0593 Mr. Tucker seconded.
The vote was 6 -0 -0.
NOI 270 -0591: 468 West Street & Longwood Road, Map, 19 Lot, 3 & 4, Moore
At the request of the applicant the meeting has been rescheduled to 1/11/2011
2012 Schedule was approved by the Commission.
RDA Closeout Request RGB 2008 -39: 57 Longwood Road, Gargano /Moore
The Commission decided to postpone this until January when NOI 270 -0591 will be discussed.
They did mention that at the site visit they saw a pipe that comes from the cellar. This pipe will
need to be attached to something.
CDC 270570: 45 Causeway Road and 571 West Street, Sullivan, RMLD
Mr. Maughan read the Order of Conditions that was issued in 2010. They felt RMLD has
maintained the conditions.
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Motion made by Ms. Stewart to issue a Certificate of Compliance. Mr. Tucker seconded. The
vote was 6 -0 -0.
Diedrich Green 250 — Mortar cleaning product discussion.
Mr. Maughan talked about this chemical and why it is being used at Memorial Park. The Town
hired a contractor to repair and replace mortar. The Commission discussed what procedure and
caution the contractor is using. They were concerned about the foliage being killed. Maybe Mr.
Tirone can talk to the DPW about this product and follow up with the Commission.
NOI 270 -0594: 26 Timberneck Drive, Map, 35 Lot, 65, Driscoll
The applicants, Mr. and Mr. Driscoll were present. Brian Butler from Oxbow Associates
represented the applicant. Mr. Butler told the Commission how the house needs to be
demolished due to last year's ice and snow damage per the Town of Reading - Building
Department; the house has structural damage. Due to discussion with the applicant's insurance
company this process has taken longer than the applicant would have liked. Mr. Butler said the
new house is within the buffer zone. There is little change from the demolished house to the new
proposed house. The applicant is going in front of the Zoning Board for the undersized frontage
lot. The Commission discussed erosion control and making sure the existing trees are not in the
way of this construction. There will be little or no fill on site. The bare ground will be stabilized
with Juit ( ?), if needed. Downspouts, gutters and the splash pads were discussed. The Order of
Conditions was signed. The Commission wanted to make sure the applicant agreed to make
sure each downspout has splash pads; applicant agreed.
Motion made by Ms. Stewart to Close Public Hearing. Ms. Scanlon seconded.
The vote was 6 -0 -0.
Motion made by Ms. Stewart to approve Order of Conditions. Mr. Sullivan seconded.
The vote was 6 -0.0.
NOI 270 -: Causeway Road & West Street, Map, 25 Lot, 57, 40 & 38, NSTAR
Mr. Halliwell and Ms. Trudell represented 1 NStar Way. Mr. Sullivan represented RMLD. There
was a discussion about the site visit that took place earlier that day. They discussed the exposed
areas that are at the site. NStar talked about how they wanted to fix the problem with compacted
gravel. RMLD discussed how they don't feel they should have to maintain road; they would like a
long term solution. Mr. Loughlin had concern with the compacted gravel that was proposed. He
believes that the pact will break down; would need maintenance. He proposed a paved apron
with protection gutter. NStar had concern they would not be able to get asphalt this time of year.
They believe the gravel that was discussed at the site visit would work. The rock is a 5 to 10 year
product. They use a steam roller that packs down the gravel. The contractor warranty was
questioned. NStar said their specifications are based on Farm Roads and Highway Roads.
NStar's contractor work is based on a three year warranty. After talking about the By -Law, the
Commission realized they didn't need to vote on a NOI that would require maintenance;
maintenance is exempt. They discussed the type of berm and how long it should be, to fix the
problem. Mr. Maughan asked Mr. Loughlin if he would work with Mr. Tirone to amend the Order
of Conditions. NStar let the Commission know they were discussing with the Town a Fee Relief
from the fine they were charged. The Commission let RMLD know the previous Order of
Conditions for them was closed earlier in the meeting.
Motion made by Ms. Stewart to Close Public Hearing. Ms. Scanlon seconded.
The vote was 6 -0 -0.
Motion made by Ms. Scanlon to approve drafted Order of Condition with changes. Mr. Loughlin
seconded. The vote was 4 -2 -0.
COC 270 -0553, RGB# 2009 -8 110 Grove Street DEP #, Map, 32, Lot, 49, Van Magness
The Commission talked about the site visit. Said the site looks great.
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Motion made by Ms. Scanlon to release bond. Ms. Stewart seconded. The vote was 6 -0 -0
Ratify Emergency Certification 26 Timberneck Drive unsafe house ordered demolished
Mr. Tucker motioned to approve Ratify Emergency Certification. Ms. Stewart seconded. The
vote was 6 -0.0.
Hunt Park: re- vegetation in process
The Commission thought the sign looked good, but no final decision to buy was made
Bylaw Discussion
It was decided at the next meeting the Commission will discuss the Bylaw's together. The next
meeting the wildlife and vernal pools definition will be discussed.
Motion made by Mr. Maughn to adjourn at 8:50 PM. Ms. Stewart seconded. Vote was 6 -0 -0