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Home My WebLink About2012-12-12 Conservation Commission Minutes Meeting Minutes December 12,2012 Ap kFVg23,2013 TOWN ADNG. MUUAI' Reading Conservation Commission Meeting Selectmen's Meeting Room, 7:00 pm 2919 MAR -8 PH 1:30 Wednesday, December 12, 2012 Present: William Hecht, Chairman, Jaime Maughan, Barbara Stewart, Brian Sullivan,Annika Scanlon, Will Finch Charles Tirone,Administrator Kim Saunders, Recording Secretary Antonio Ferran, 14 Nelson Ave Chris&Lisa Luspina, 1082 Main Street AI Couillard, contractor Darren Gaudrealt, 111 Lilah Lane Willie Chin, 11 Anson Lane M. Marwan &Nancy Kouki, 1102 Main Street Sal Gentile,54 Azalea Circle Dave Pickart, VHB Mr. Latham,Attorney Sean Malone Absent: Call to Order,Old/New Business RDA 12.19, 30 Rice Road, Map 32 Lot 148, Penna The applicant originally filed a RDA to remove four trees and Mm a Silver Birch tree for safety reasons. During a storm a tree fell on his roof and deck. An Emergency work order was issued. The Commission talked about the stump that is now in stream because of the storm,which needs to be taken out. It is in the middle of a drainage channel. Mr. Tirane will find out if the DPW will allow and pay the tree company that the homeowner is using,to take out the stump at the same time he removes his trees. Even though the deck repair will not be done until the spring,the Commissions suggested adding the deck repair to this RDA. The homeowner will let the administrator know the size; he believes it is a 13x16 deck. The deck will be built the same size and foot print as before. Ms. Scanlon asked that the stumps be taped off at 8'. Motion made by Mr. Maughan to issue a negative RDA as described, with modification based on discussion. Ms. Stewart seconded Vote was 6-0-0 RDA 12-20, 111 Lilah Lane, Map,55 Lot, 24, Gaudreault The applicant stated he would like to build a second story addition with a balcony above the existing garage and a 12 x 45 back porch.The ground structure will have no change; the deck will be built with sonic tubes and big foots. The new addition does not go past existing footprint. Mr. Hecht let the applicant know if this is approved,the OOC's will state that no live trees that are currently on the property can be cut at a later date. The homeowner asked about unsafe trees and the procedure how to be able to remove them. If they \y II Meeting Minutes December 12,2012 \o n C�er�C Approved January 23,2013 Reading Conservation Commission Meeting Selectmen's Meeting Room,7:00 pm Wednesday, December 12, 2012 Present: William Hecht, Chairman,Jaime Maughan, Barbara Stewart, Brian Sullivan,Annika Scanlon, Will Finch Charles Tirone,Administrator Kim Saunders, Recording Secretary Antonio Ferrari, 14 Nelson Ave Chris&Lisa Luspina, 1082 Main Street Al Couillard,contractor Darren Gaudrealt, 111 Lilah Lane Willie Chin, 11 Anson Lane M. Marwan &Nancy Kouki, 1102 Main Street Sal Gentile, 54 Azalea Circle Dave Picked,VHB Mr. Latham,Attorney Sean Malone Absent: Call to Order,OldlNew Business RDA 12.19,30 Rice Road, Map 32 Lot 148, Penna The applicant originally filed a RDA to remove four trees and trim a Silver Birch tree for safety reasons. During a storm a tree fell on his roof and deck. An Emergency work order was issued. The Commission talked about the stump that is now in stream because of the storm,which needs to be taken out. It is In the middle of a drainage channel. Mr.Tirone will find out if the DPW will allow and pay the tree company that the homeowner is using, to take out the stump at the same time he removes his trees. Even though the deck repair will not be done until the spring, the Commissions suggested adding the deck repair to this RDA. The homeowner will let the administrator know the size;he believes it is a 13x16 deck. The deck will be built the same size and loot print as before. Ms. Scanlon asked that the stumps be taped off at B'. Motion made by Mr.Maughan to issue a negative RDA as described, with modification based on discussion. Ms. Stewart seconded. Vote was 6.0-0 RDA 12-20, 111 Ulan Lane, Map, 55 Lot,24,Gaudreault The applicant slated he would like to build a second story addition with a balcony above the existing garage and a 12 x 45 back porch.The ground structure will have no change;the deck will be built with sonic tubes and big foots. The new addition does not go past existing footprint. Mr.Hecht let the applicant know if this is approved,the OOC's will state that no live trees that are currently on the property can be cut at a later date. The homeowner asked about unsafe trees and the procedure how to be able to remove them. If they i Meeting Minutes December 12,200 Approved January 23,2013 need to be trimmed in the 25' area,come in and ask permission from Conservation administrator. The Commission questioned if the deck can be changed a little; maybe cantilevered. The owner will let them know. Motion made by Ms. Stewart to issue a negative RDA with conditions. Ms. Scanlon seconded. Note was 5-0-0. - 1090 Main Street Mr. Latham represented the applicant. He staled this was an informal meeting. The applicant would like to just get the feel of the Commission members on the plan proposed. They would like to build a one story, 64 bed, memory care assisted living facility. The neighbors were notified personally from the developer. Mr. Picked delineated the wetlands at this property. He discussed his findings. Some things that were discussed with Commission members, applicant and neighbors: • a manmade pond on the property. • the new plan would enhance the wetlands • encourages wildlife and birds • the trails proposed is useful for this kind of facility • an abutter was deeded right of way for their entrance • flooding in neighbors yard now • pavement done by the now owner of 1090 Main Street in the neighbor s yard an abutter suggested a 2 story building- not so big shrinking the 2 courtyards proposed-less encroachment parking spaces for the visitors and staff-where would this be suggestion to neighbors to attend all board meetings for this development fence material that is being used by the wetland was discussed-would maintenance require someone to stand in the wetland area the berm being proposed-maybe a rain garden or plantings variance will be needed-improvement to wetlands can be a mitigation what will the trail be made of-suggestion to look at the pervious pavement at Austin Prep Continued NO1270.0609 Lot 125 Azalea Circle, Map 23 Lot 125, Madlyn Fafard Mr. Hecht reopened the public hearing. He stated this is only to comment and vote on the OOC's. No new opinions can be given. Mr.Maughan asked about his changes he suggested via email. The Commission went over the OOC's with applicant. Some things that were changed or discussed: typo#6 lot 126 should lot 125 09 Planting-#3-typo Page 17-#6-retain native trees(needed) • #7-should be 4" Mr. Maughan wanted 'without authorization from Conservation"struck from the conditions • #5-inconsideration these proposed improvements air. Commission and applicant agreed to 3 years for monitoring Take out forestry and change to"maintain natural native vegetated condition" The bounds will be built with a 3"sonic tube-a piece of rebar would be needed too F Meeting Minutes December 12,2012 Approved January 23, 2013 • The bond-is this enough to finish off what the OOC's states if the contractor/homeowner doesn't do it • The homeowner to get the monitoring reports Motion made by Ms. Stewart to approve the NO1 as edited. Ms. Scanlon seconded. Vote was 4.2-0. Old/New Business Bills approved- The two bills for Maltera Cabin will be forwarded to John Feudo, Reading Recreation Motion made by Ms. Stewart to approve a water bill for the Pearl Sheet propertyfor$18.35. Ms. Scanlon seconded Vote was 4-0-0. COC 270.101, RGB 1982.4: 1-15 Lakeview Avenue, Reading Engineering The Commission stated the site is fine.Does not know why the Certificate of Completion was not issued in the past;could have been held up by no request. Motion made by Ms. Stewart to issue a Certificate of Completion. Ms. Scanlon seconded. Vote was 5-0-0. COC 270.0583: 14 Nelson Ave, Map 51 Lot 88,Kam Shiu Yau Commission stated the site is substantially complete. The one issue that was raised at the site visit is an abutter is draining water on the property. Mr.Tirone to find out what department should follow up with this. Motion made by Ms. Stewart to Issue a Certificate of Completion for 14 Nelson Avenue. Ms. Scanlon seconded. Vote was 540. Partial COC 270.0596: Lot 4, Forest Acres, Map 39 Lot 104, 104, Carolyn Florence Commission did a site visit and stated: the exterior is substantial completed, the stonewall has been repaired, basin looks fine and property has been seeded and started to grow. The one concern was the area above the basin; the slope is greater than 3 to 1. Mr.Couillard stated he already contacted the engineer and the problem is already fixed. They put hay malting down. Motion made by Ms. Stewart to Issue a partial Certificate of Completion. Mr. Finch seconded. Vote was 5.0.0 Engineering should be contacted regarding the bond. Partial COC 270.0596 Lot 3, Forest Acres, Map 39,Lot 104, 104, Carolyn Florence, LLC Commission stated this lot was hydro seeded and substantial grading was done. There is no concern or questions on this lot. Mr.Tirone asked for a revised site plan and to have the new plan sent to him on electronically as a .tiff file. Motion made by Ms:Stewart to Issue a partial Certificate of Completion. Mr. Finch seconded. Vote was 5.0.0 Cutting signs(No Mow Zone) Mr. Hecht reminded everyone these signs are going to be posted at the Castine Field.This will remind the DPW about mowing restrictions. Mr.Tirone stated he has tried to contact a local sign company;since they haven't called him back he will design it himself. He will bring the design to the next meeting. Meeting Minutes December 12,2012 Approved January 23,2013 Bond Street: tree&wetland clearing follow up The administrator mel with the homeowner to discuss the properly. He stated the whole shed might fall down if a part is removed. The homeowner will be allowed to keep shed and when the properly changes hands the shed will have to be removed and there will be no more rights to that land. He went over the planting and maintenance path with homeowner. Mr.Tirone to write a letter stating what has been agreed upon with homeowner. Maplewood Village Trail Discussion - There was a site visit with Ms.Wilson, Planning Department, Mr. Finch,Conservation and Trails Committee member, Kim Honetschlager, Trails Committee member,Tom Gardner,Trails Committee member and Mr. Tirone,Conservation administrator. The site was talked about by the Commission. The board walk is damaged but it can be rebuilt without the whole thing being torn out. The trail has not been maintained. It is thought that in the OOC's the trail needs to be maintained by Maplewood Village. Mr.Tirone will forward the OOC's to the Commission members. Mr.Tirone stated he talked to Ms. Delios,Town Planner and Mr. Zambouras,Town Engineer and lel them know the Conservation Commission,Trails Committee and Selectmen would like this trail and boardwalk useable. Lot 126 Azalea Circle no disturbance markers The markers that were requested by the Commission to be posted at the above lot were talked about. They are%<"thick and a made out of a regular metal finish. Minutes for approval: November 28, 2012 Motion made by Ms. Stewart to accept the minutes for the November 28, 2012 meeting. Ms.Scanlon seconded. The vote was 5.0-0. Mr. Hecht talked about the letter received by Allen and Major for the Sl. Athanasius property. As requested,they let the Commission know the different phases of the project and which ones are inside the bufferzone. Mr. Maughan asked that future"boiler plate"conditions be amended with the following: owner cannot cut live native trees within the 50'beyond the permitted area. Mr.Tirone stated the filing for lot 125 Azalea Circle had the wrong data. The parcel,book and page number was wrong. The Commission signed a new OOC's. Mr. Finch stated that at 1198 Main Street, the location with the foundation only,he noticed a big rock tossed In the wetland. Mr. Maughan stated he starling reading the Open Space Plan. He would like another Commission member to read it also. The administrator reminded them comments are needed before December 18th, Ms. Scanlon will read and send comments/concerns to everyone. Mr.Tirone let the Commission know that Perfecto's will be submitting new plans. He feels these plans are a better deal for the Conservation. Meeting Minutes December 12,2012 Approved January 23,2013 There will be a site visit on December 30th for 1090 Main Street(Eric's Greenhouse)and the 1503 Main Street(40B proposed property). Mr.Tirone to contact the owners and let them know the Commission would like to come out at 9:00 a.m.The next meetng will be January 9, 2012. Mr. Hecht and Ms. Stewart will not be able to attend. Motion made by Mr. Hecht to adjourn at 9:45. Mr. Finch seconded. Vote was 5-0-0. Respectfully Submitted , Kim M Saunders