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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-01-02 Conservation Commission MinutesMeeting Minutes January 2, 2013 Approved January 23, 2013 Reading Conservation Commission Meeting selectmen's Meeting Room, 7:00 pm Wednesday, January 2, 2013 Present: William Hecht, Chairman, Jaime Moughon, Barbara Stewart, Annika Scanlon, Will Finch Charles Tirone, Administrator Kim Saunders, Recording Secretary Carol and David Mahn, 2 Cutter Street, Wakefield Helen Filippone, 39 Cross Street Kathy Crotty, 57 Cross Street Ellen Devecis, 237 Main Street Linda Castanino, 56 Cross Street Rich O'Connell, RJ O'Connell & Associates Paul McManis, Ecotec Inc. Michele Pacillo, 38 Cross Street Marilyn Pacillo, 38 Cross Street Will Thompson, MEEB Leonard Filippone, 39 Cross Street Colin Callahan, 239 Main Street Absent: Brian Sullivan Call to Order, Old /New Business Request for Plan Change, 285 Main Street, Perfecto's - Mr. O'Connell stated since approvals for SPR and an Order of Conditions there have been some minor plan changes to improve parking, circulation, and enhance wetlands plantings along the stream. They presented new plans showing the changes on the plans. The previous plans and buying of land from eCars were not approved by the ZBA. Mr. Tirone asked that C -6 Landscape drawing show the 25 and 35 foot ZNV lines. Plan changes that were discussed: Meeting Minutes January 2, 2013 Approved January 23, 2013 • New retaining wall - 2' grade difference • Dumpster relocated - easy entrance to be picked up and go out • New roof plan / new proposed sign • New mechanical pad - 640 • Proposed wetland planting • New property line • New parking lot area • Shown different plans - as it is now and what it will become • The 241) floor will be for offices and prep area; the area downstairs has limited space • Mechanical will be on the roof • Landscape plan - beefed up island out front. Only 1 evergreen needs to be relocated. The land is now owned by eCars, but will be bought from Perfecto's. Commission discussed: • Will the elevated change support the bank stabilization? • If the planting shown in the lower left corner on the plan would inhibit the view for people to park • The pervious pavement is less than what got approved by the Commission • A site inspection is needed before the building demolition - Mr. Hecht suggested forwarding his contact information on just in case the administrator is not here • Mr. Tirone is in contact with Perfecto's on how the bank is going to be maintained while working with foundation • What Mr. Tirone will need before he will be signing off on the demolition Motion mode by Ms. Stewart to approve the Mlnor Plan Changes. Ms. Scanlon seconded. Vote was 5 -0 -0. NOI 270 - 38 Cross Street, Map 12 Lot 36 & 78, Pacillo - Mr. Hecht opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Sullivan is representing the applicant. He stated the following: • The site is 2 parcels of lands • The applicant would like to change the lot line The house will be built on a slab; not a full foundation The driveway will be pervious pavement. This will allow the water to move and keep it on the property. Meeting Minutes January 2, 2013 Approved January 23, 2013 • There is no work within 100' of Walker's Brook. • They will maintain 35'f rom the wetland flag. • They are proposing a post and rail fence with markers posted. • Boulders to be placed to limit access of entry into the drainage ditch area; DPW can move the boulders if needed • Shrubs will be planted • 6 trees need to be removed; 2 out of the 6 are dead • Working with property owners - letting them know in advance even before filing with town The Commission stated because of the snow cover they couldn't look at the vegetation. The wetland line will need to be verified. It was suggested an outside consultant be used to verify the line. Mr. Maughan let the applicant know of the changed wetland definition that was approved last November. The history of this parcel was talked about; and why it was not approved previously from the Commission. The abutters spoke of their concerns. One abutter has to have a constant sump pump running. The water is coming from the ground up. The flood zone was talked about; and how the area is not in the 100 year flood zone. The resident's in the Belmont Arms building said they do not have any problems with flooding; not even in the parking lot. The Commission stated that if anyone had surveyed plans with elevation to forward them to Mr. Tirane. The abutters questioned the drudging maintenance from the town. The Commission will make note at their next site visit to walk towards 39 Cross Street. The administrator asked about test pits and when will they be done? Could the center line be put in on the plan on Walkers Brook to make it easier to read? Would the applicant be willing to do a rain garden? Mr. Sullivan assured him the applicant is willing to work with everyone involved including the neighbors. Mr. Tirane will email the abutters the next time this project is on the agenda. Motion made by Ms. Stewart to continue the Public Hearing. Ms. Scanlon seconded. Vote was 5 -0 -0 Minutes for approval: December 12, 2012 - Minutes will need to be approved at the next meeting; they were not in the packet. Bills approved There are no bills at this time to approve. Meeting Minutes January 2, 2013 Approved January 23, 2013 MACC Conference Registration Mr. Tirone stated that the MACC Conference Registration should be filled out and brought back at the next meeting; the conference is in March. Money will have to be transferred into this fund. Street erosion on Wilson Street Mr. Tirone wanted to highlight the trouble that Wilson Street is having. Since being worked on, the road and residents yards are flooded. The road looks like it had been widened and maybe straightened; and the tree row has been cut into. The contractor asked the DPW if they could wait until spring to establish the grass. Residents parked on the dirt. To help control the flooding a contractor added rocks. The street has been swept after rainstorms twice. The Commission questioned if the sump had been cleaned out. Maybe the next time a general permit is issued the open areas should be addressed 10 days to 2 weeks after work is complete. The Commission stated they will take a look and would like to do a site visit. Cutting signs (NO Mow Zone) Mr. Tirone stated he is working with a sign provider. He will provide a sample at next meeting. 1090 Main Street - Eric s Greenhouse site Mr. Hecht talked about the site visit at the Eric's Greenhouse site. He feels the proposal presented was a good one; and will improve the wetlands. It will remove some impervious surface and structures in the wetland area. Mr. Tirone asked if the Commission would want an environmental impact statement for this site. The Commission said it was not necessary; a wetland impact letter would be sufficient. 1198 Main Street This site visit was put on hold due to the snow. Mr. Tirane said the contractor hydro seeded lots 2 and 3. The contractor would like to file a partial COC. Mr. Finch questioned if the boulder is still located in the wetland by lot 1. Erosion control was talked about. The Commission will need to do a site visit. 1503 Main Street Meeting Minutes January 2, 2013 Approved January 23, 2013 This site visit is on hold until the snow melts. Mr. Hecht stated he got the okay from Reading Open Land Trust and the Commission can do a site visit from this land. 95 Main street Mr. Tirane stated the new owners want to do cosmetic work to the building; they are not touching the parking lot. There is no planting and they are not near the 100' buffer. The pavement is not being changed; only how the parking is located. There is no new foundation. The new roof will drain where old roof drained. Mr. Tirone stated the applicant will accept erosion control and they will have an orange barrier to establish the limited work area. He stated he checked the wetland line. The major of the work is out front; which is outside the jurisdiction. The Commission talked about how this is a perfect example of a minor project. If the administrator brings 2 to 3 more cases to the Commission for discussion then everyone will be comfortable. The Commission talked about having an environmental monitor for the land located at Eric's Greenhouse and the 406 project. The Commission wanted to make sure the pictures for Cross Street is part of the actual file. The procedure on how to obtain an outside consultant was talked about. Mr. Finch stated he forward the letter from the resident at Lilah Lane to Mr. Tafoya. Mr. Hecht let the Commission know he is prepared to step down as chairman; but would like to be a regular member. Ms. Stewart mode a motion to adjourn at 9:00 pm. Mr. finch seconded. Vote was 5 -0 -0. Respectfully Submitted ifs Kim M Saunders