HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-07-07 Community Planning and Development Commission Minutes{ - Community Planning & Development Commission Hearing July 7, 1956 Page 1
A meeting of the Community Planning and Development Commission
convened in Room 16, Municipal Building at 7:40 P.M. Present were Chairman
Pro -Tem Richard Howard, David Goodemote, William Griset and Molly Jenks.
Also present from the Department of Public Works was Mr. William A.
Redford, Town Engineer.
Chairman Pro -Tem Howard opened the meeting to nominations for the
positions of Chairman and Secretary.
Mr. Goodemote nominated Mr. Richard Howard for the position of
Chairman.
It was moved, seconded and voted 4:0 to elect Richard Howard as
Chairman.
I Mrs. Jenks nominated David Goodemote for the position of
Secretary.
It was moved, seconded and voted 4:0 to elect David Goodemote as
Secretary.
The next order of business was to appoint a Clerk of the
Commission.
Mr. Redford explained that the appointed Clerk of the Commission
issues letters and communications in the Commissions name as directed, and
would also sign any plans that come in under the term "approval not
required ".
It was moved, seconded and voted 4:0 that the Commission appoint
the Director of Public Works, Mr. A.V. Fletcher, as the Clerk of the
Community Planning and Development Commission.
The Commission next discussed the adoption of rules of order.
Ms. Jenks moved that the Commission adopt the provisions of the
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Towns' 8y -Laws Article II Conduct of Town Meetings Section 1, Rules 1
through 16; Section 4; Section 6; and Section 7 (as appropriately modified
- Chairman in place of Moderator; Commission in place of Town Meeting;
Agenda in place of Warrant; Items in place of Articles; Sub- Committee in
place of Committee; etc.) The motion was seconded.
Mr. Goodemote amended the motion under Section 1, Rule 7, to
delete it and substitute the words "by a show of hands or orally" and the
Chat roan shall call the vote as it appears to him. The amendment was
seconded and voted 4:0.
The main motion as amended was voted 4:0.
Mr. Goodemote read the Notice of Public Hearing at 7:55 P.M.
1 regarding the approval, conditional approval or disapproval of the Site
Plan of the property known as the former Callahue's Supermarket, located
at 275 Salem Street.
The submitted site plan proposes the reuse of an existing
building formerly used as a Supermarket to be renovated for use as a
Registry of Motor Vehicle Office.
Wagner.
There were three abuttors present, as well as Attorney William
Also present was Anthony Gianetti, representing Myriad
Properties, the applicant, and his attorney Steve Viegas.
Chairman Howard introduced the members of the Commission and the
Department and welcomed everyone to the meeting.
Mr. Gianetti explained that he proposes to convert 9,000 square
of office space such as banking and insurance.
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feet
of the old
Gallahues
Market
into office
space
for the
Registry
of
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Motor
Vehicles.
The other
9,000
square feet
will
be used
for other
types
of office space such as banking and insurance.
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IMr.
Redford
explained
his
items
of
concern and
explained that
action needs to be taken on this review within 20 days. He further
explained that upon review we feel there are several shortcomings in the
filing; the filing was not submitted to the required boards. He
recommended the applicant withdraw this filing without prejudice and
resubmit at his convenience.
Virginia Adams of the Historical Commission stated we just
received notice today of this hearing, we have no comments. The building
has no historical significance.
Ms. Jenks asked is there some concern on your part that there has
been adequate time for the abuttors to present their views.
I Mr. Redford replied yes, there is some problem with this,
unfortunately, this was submitted during the transition period from DPW to
the CP & DC.
Mr. Goodemote asked are you considering refiling at this point
under the Site Plan Review Process.?
Mr. Gianetti replied yes.
Mr. Goodemote asked do you have an engineer involved in this?
Mr. Gianetti replied no, this plan was proposed with the
understanding that no changes are being made to the exterior building.
Mr. Goodemote asked do you have a feel for timing on this?
Mr. Gianetti replied timing is of the essence, the Woburn office
is very overcrowded now.
Mr. Goodemote stated we should look at some realistic numbers
Ms. Jenks asked what about the traffic impacts on the rotary,
including traffic generated by Wes Parkers?
regarding
traffic from the
Registry.
I
Mr. Griset stated
I share that concern.
Ms. Jenks asked what about the traffic impacts on the rotary,
including traffic generated by Wes Parkers?
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IMr.
Redford
stated
and
will
he
dealing
with
the
traffic issues
The
Commission next discussed
you
memo
from
Mr.
Redford
regarding
current
and the Wes Parkers issue as the C.P. & D.C.
Mr. Goodemote requested that the resubmittal address the entire
18,000 square feet of space and parking.
Mr. William Wagner stated I represent the Reading Development
Corporation, who are the present owners of this building. I want this
Commission to know that the lease specifically states that the building is
to be used for a supermarket only. Any action taken by this Commission may
ultimately end up in a lawsuit.
Mr. Redford requested a copy of the deed which shows the change
of ownership and a copy of the lease for our records.
Mr. Gianetti stated my legal counsel does not see a problem with
this proposal.
Mr. Goodemote stated I will feel much more comfortable with an
opinion from Town Counsel.
Mr. Griset concurred that the Commission needs a formal opinion
from Town Counsel.
P. M.
It was moved, seconded and voted 4:0 to close the hearing at 8:35
The Commission next discussed their summer meeting schedule.
It was moved, seconded and voted 4:0 to adopt the following
summer meeting schedule:
July 7 and 24, 1986
August 4 and 18, 1986
filings and previous Boards projects.
September 2
and
16,
1986
The
Commission next discussed
the
memo
from
Mr.
Redford
regarding
current
filings and previous Boards projects.
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Mr. Goodemote stated I have a problem with the present Zoning
By -Laws.
The Commission discussed in great detail some of the functions of
the Planning Board and the Board of Survey.
Mr. Goodemote requested a map depicting each of the areas where
there are subdivisions in progress and a short paragraph regarding each.
Ms. Jenks asked has there been any study done on open space needs
in Reading?
Mr. Redford replied yes, there is the Land Bank Committee, and
the Parks and Recreation Committee did a study back in the 70's. We will
try to get a copy of this for you. Regarding the IDC, Mr. Redford informed
the Commission that Dan Ensminger is in the process of getting together
all of their information to give to the Commission.
Chairman Howard appointed Sub - Committee Chairmen as follows:
William Griset - Chairman of the Subcommittee to revise Site Plan
Review Regulations.
David Goodemote - Chairman of Subcommittee to revise Zoning
By -L.aws and Maps, and Board of Survey Rules and Regulations.
Chairman Howard directed staff to handle these revisions and
reprinting with the funds available from the Planning Board Budget.
Mr. Redford informed the Commission that any Zoning By -Law change
has to go through Town Meeting.
Chairman Howard appointed a Sub - Committee on additional planning
requirements to be chaired by Mr. Goodemote. This will be a fact - finding
commission for additional planning, i.e., what is the price range cost of
i such planning and what are some of the funding options?
Mr. Goodemote asked are there any funds available for a full time
planner?
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l Mr. Redford replied there is no money available for a planner,
only for clerical staff for specific issues.
Chairman Howard appointed Dan Ensminger Chairman of the
Subcommittee to review the staffing of the Community Planning and
Development Commission. Ms. Jenks will assist on this subcommittee.
The Subcommittee Report on revisions to Site Plan Regulations
would be due August 4 and all other Subcommittee Reports are due September
6
The Commission set up the following schedule to meet with members
of various Boards and Committees;
July 24 - Conservation Commission
August 4 - Board of Survey
Building Inspector
August 18 - Planning Board
Historical Commission
It was moved, seconded and voted 4:0 to adjourn at 9:57 P.M.
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