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Board - Committee - Commission - Council:
Community Planning and Development Commission
Date: 2023-12-11 Time: 7:30 PM
Building: Town Hall Location: Hybrid Meeting - Zoom and Select
Board Meeting Room
Address: 16 Lowell Street Session: Open Session
Purpose: Hybrid Meeting Version: Final
Attendees: Members In person: John Weston, Chair; Tony D'Arezzo, Vice Chair;
Hillary Mateev; Tom Armstrong; Mark Wetzel; Heather Clish
Others Present in person: Community Development Director Andrew
MacNichol, Senior Planner Mary Benedetto, Jason Adams, Jeff Serra,
Stephen Cook, Mary Michelle Kramer, Patrick McCracken, John McCracken,
Lindsey McCracken, John Richards, Mary Richards, Laura Richards, James
Fucci, Lisa Mallon, Chris Murphy, Dan Cronin, Doreen Cronin, Rob Pacciore,
Linda McKenzie, Mike Farrell, Lynne Farrell, Joan Guidi, Katelyn Lloyd, Elisha
Willis, Debbie Ribeiro, Patricia McCarty, Maureen Hart, Janet Hart, Jenn
Killeen, C.R. McClanahan, Kenneth Reardon, Jamal Fuller, Sarah Fuller,
Andrea Farina, Elena Farina, Sriram Narayan, Sangeeta Narayan, Michael
Bertone, Dan Allen, Saverio Fulciniti, Chris Latham, Scott Thornton, Carlton
Quinn
Remote Participants: Arlee Dulak, C Brown, A, Eric Dubrule, Joani Fraske,
Nancy Docktor, Carly Jacobson, Audra Hart, Aaron Parry, Angela, Sara
Brenner, Wendy Epstein, Sean Foley, Daniel, Erin Reardon, Keri Fox, Chris I,
J Dietz, S Cook, Jeff Brenner
Minutes Respectfully Submitted By: Mary Benedetto
Topics of Discussion:
MEETING HELD IN THE SELECT BOARD ROOM AND REMOTELY VIA ZOOM
Mr. Weston called the meeting to order at 7:32 PM.
Mr. MacNichol gave an overview of the hybrid meeting procedures.
Sian Permit Application
47 Harnden St, Reading Town Florist
Mr. Jeff Sarra from Batten Brothers signs presented on behalf of the applicant. Ms.
Benedetto summarized for the members that the proposed sign was identical to the sign
approved by CPDC members in May 2023 for Anton's Cleaners, the other tenant in the same
building.
Mr. Wetzel questioned if the sign was a bit large for the space compared to the size of the
Anton's sign. Ms. Benedetto indicated the sign is an allowable size based on the linear
footage of the storefront. Mr. Armstrong asked if the free-standing sign would be the same
color as the original. Mr. Sarra indicated it is actually the same color, the Anton's one has
just been faded by time. He noted that he anticipated Anton's wanting to update their panel
once the new sign for the Florist goes in. Mr. D'Arezzo asked If the section of the free-
standing sign would be a new panel or if it would be a new sign and he brought up the fact
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that the free-standing sign was grandfathered in, including that the background is not
currently opaque. The new bylaws ask for an opaque background, whereas the other
Anton's sign is not opaque, it is clear. Mr. Sarra indicated it was not a problem to make the
sign background opaque.
Mr. Weston opened it up for public comment and there was none.
Mr. MacNichol reviewed the Certificate of Appropriateness with the Board. Mr. MacNichol
added a new condition that any new sign background should be opaque in design.
Mr. D'Arezzo asked to indicate that only 1/3 of the windows can be covered with materials
as the florist currently has a temporary banner inside that is very large, but it was discussed
that it would likely be taken down when the new signage goes up.
Ms. Clish made a motion to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for 47
Hamden St, Reading Town Florist, as amended. Mr. Wetzel seconded the motion,
and it was approved 5-0-0.
Continued Public Hearina, Definitive Subdivision Application
O Annette Lane, Peter Seibold
Mr. D'Arezzo made a motion to continue the public hearing for the Definitive
Subdivision Application for 0 Annette Lane to January 8, 2024. Ms. Ciish seconded
the motion, and it was approved 5-0-0.
Continued Public Hearina, Site Plan Review Application
413 Main St. McDonald's c/o Bohler
Mr. Dan Allen from Bohler Engineering presented in person on behalf of the applicant. Mr.
Jason Adams from McMahon was in person as well to answer any questions specifically
about the newly supplied traffic counts. Mr. Allen presented the project overview and
updates to the plans since the last meeting. The applicant proposes a temporary loading
zone in the parking stalls on the north side of the building. Because the bylaws require two
loading spaces, they are now requesting a waiver from the loading zone. They now propose
to remove the chain link fence on the north side of the property and replace the fencing.
And there had been questions regarding further improvements that could be made to the
stormwater system, but the applicant again stated that they are constrained by the culvert,
and that there is ledge 6 It down on the north side of the building and other very poor soils
for infiltration on the site that limit their ability to make additional Improvements to the
design. Mr. Allen discussed the dual order point drive-through and noted that the closure of
the drive-through lane closest to the abutter was included In the ZBA decision, as was the
type of sound wall included in the design today. Mr. Allen discussed the anticipated 3-5%
increase in sales volume post-construction, which he stated is equivalent to an additional 3-
4 cars per hour. He noted that the police and engineering memos did not note any issues or
concerns with traffic or the proposal.
Mr. D'Arezzo started the questioning from the CPDC members with the loading zone, he
clarified that they would be requesting a waiver from both loading spaces, not one loading
zone. Mr. D'Arezzo asked if they removed the 7 parking spaces what would that mean for
their parking counts and Mr. Allen indicated that then they would have 23 spaces, which is
the minimum required, but that operationally they would want the 30 now included in the
design.
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Mr. Wetzel asked if the culvert under the site flowed east or west and Mr. Allen said east to
west. Mr. Wetzel asked if the Town had plans to improve the culvert and Mr. MacNichol
indicated no. Mr. Wetzel asked if the applicant had seen the Green International study of
the intersection at Main/Ash/Bolton and they stated that they had not seen it. Mr. MacNichol
brought up some of the options on the screen and there was a general discussion about the
previously proposed options for redesign. Mr. Wetzel stated that he didn't want this project
to be approved without the Intersection being discussed. Mr. Adams noted that nothing that
was in the proposed site plan for McDonald's would be impacted by the concepts put forth
by Green International for the Intersection. The frontage and sidewalk of their site remain
the same even in those designs, as the sidewalk bumps out into the intersection, not into
the site, so the applicant team saw no issues with any of the conceptual designs.
Mr. Weston brought up that one of the primary pieces of feedback from the public were the
traffic impacts. He brought up the two memos from the Reading Police Department and that
the Police stated there are no traffic or public safety concerns at the moment. Mr. Weston
brought up some points about the newly provided traffic counts and that putting the sales
volume in total isn't the same as indicating traffic at high volume sales times. He generally
liked the additional onsite circulation, but surmised that knowing that customers can
recirculate and have a quick in and out on Bolton could invite additional traffic to the site.
He felt there will be more traffic coming out of the Bolton St exit because the site
improvements will direct more traffic there. He summarized his view that the changes won't
impact the Washington and Main intersection because it is already rated "F", another 30 or
40 cars won't change the overall Intersection, but adding it onto the Bolton St area is
different, and is an issue Staff and the applicant should be looking at to see if something
can be done. Mr. Wetzel agreed that he wants to address the circulation of the area and
opportunities to improve it.
Mr. Adams spoke to the design of the project and indicated that they don't see Bolton St is
a concern, and they cited the Police memo with traffic data. He discussed the current counts
they are seeing of traffic turning onto Bolton St and that they don't view the proposed
changes as exacerbating any concerns. Ms. Clish brought up that under the current
circumstances that taking the left onto Main and left onto Bolton would be so difficult that
people wouldn't take it, so they don't really know what level of usage they will see in the
future when they make it possible to easily turn left onto Bolton St. Mr. Weston agreed that
it will be an induced demand issue. The Commission members discussed and agreed that
they don't foresee concerns with access into the site, the issues will be with exiting. The
members discussed their general concerns with the Bolton/Ash intersection. Mr. MacNichol
clarified that the Police cited accidents at the Intersection, but they can't attribute those to
McDonald's. Mr. Wetzel wanted to see if there was an opportunity to discuss the intersection
and a timeline for changing it, he advised as a minimum the Town should consider the
intersection. Mr. MacNichol indicated that the problem right now is that the Town doesn't
have a preferred design, but that in his discussions with McDonald's corporate that they are
ready to help the Town implement improvements to the intersection in the future. The issue
is that while they will certainly consider assisting us financially, the Town doesn't have
anything ready; the Town Isn't ready with design specifics.
Mr. Armstrong asked about the language in the Decision and stated that the Police should
have the final say about the entrances and exits on the site. Mr. Armstrong asked about the
sidewalk that will be deeded to the Town and Mr. Allen showed where it was on the plan.
Mr. Armstrong hated the idea of the chain link fence and the guard rail, and proposed
instead something very sturdy or similar but with a better design. Mr. Armstrong noted that
the plantings should be evergreen trees at least 2-3 feet tall along the Bolton St side. Ms.
Clish agreed about wanting improved landscaping and stated that the site is currently very
car friendly in design. She asked the applicant to consider how to make Main and Bolton
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more pedestrian friendly, such as if there is space for another tree along the Bolton/Main
intersection. If there is space without impeding sight lines, the Commission members
agreed they would like to have additional plantings provided along the parking area.
Mr. Armstrong stated that between the Chase Bank they would also prefer plantings. Mr.
Allen indicated that there is really only space for the fence, but that they could certainly
provide the fence in a different material. Mr. Weston asked if they even need a fence as he
wasn't sure what they were fencing off and for the applicant to consider if it was needed.
Mr. D'Arezzo said he wasn't a huge fan of monument signs in Business -B. Mr. Wetzel said
that in the sign package it is listed as being illuminated and Mr. Allen indicated that they
were not proposing it to be lit; that what was included size wise was correct but there is no
internal illumination for any of it. Mr. Weston asked the plans to be updated to reflect no
internal illumination. Mr. D'Arezzo asked them about the sizes of the electronic menu
boards. Mr. MacNichol stated that the three signs fit within the total signage allowable.
Mr. D'Arezzo asked about the height of the fence in the rear being 12 ft, Mr. Allen clarified
for him that the drive-through is about 9 1/2 feet. Mr. D'Arezzo asked about the height of the
lights and Mr. Allen clarified they are 21 ft high, specifically in the back. Mr. D'Arezzo asked
about the parking lot lights and Mr. Allen indicated they are usually on up until 30 minutes
after the restaurant closes. Mr. Weston asked if it was possible to do lighting in the back
that is lower so it would be shielded from the abutter by the fence. They discussed the rear
of the site and the existing conditions with lighting today.
Mr. D'Arezzo asked about the culvert and Conservation. Mr. Allen indicated they've already
spoken with Conservation and met with them and there were no issues, Conservation was
just waiting until CPDC signs off before they close the public hearing.
The hearing was opened for public comment. Mr. Dave Talbot, 75 Linden St, spoke in
person about the hearing. He mentioned that the public only had a few business days ahead
of the hearing to analyze the plans and Mr. Weston indicated that the Board gets the same
amount of time as the public does to prepare for the hearings. Mr. Talbot clarified that the
applicant has all the advantages to the process. Mr. Weston indicated that in prior years
Reading has been considered non -business friendly, and now in order to be more business -
friendly there is a quicker turnaround for materials ahead of the public hearings. Mr. Talbot
stated that it didn't seem that the applicant covered the actual traffic impact of the double
drive-through in their resubmittal. He indicated that they only covered sales volume, not the
traffic volume increase, and that the traffic increase could be much more than the sales
increase. They currently have an advertisement for $1 coffees which could bring much more
traffic than the sales volume might imply. He brought up many of the issues he cited in his
resident report and stated that much of the resident requests haven't been answered yet by
the applicant. He stated that he had a picture of a truck onsite at 6pm doing
loading/unloading, so if the applicant says that not having a loading zone isn't an issue,
perhaps it is. He stated that he didn't know why CPDC would do any favors to the applicant
and asked the Board to bring the discussion forward to another meeting. He asked Mr.
MacNichol to share some of his photos demonstrating his points. He stated that he hoped
CPDC would deny the site plan.
Ms. Nancy Docktor, 371 Pearl St, Precinct 1 Town meeting member, spoke from Zoom, and
stated that she was attending because the November Town meeting discussion. She also
asked that the application not be approved tonight, that CPDC would wait until the applicant
has provided more information.
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Mr. Adams spoke on behalf of the applicant to clarify what traffic data had been provided.
He stated that all data is recent post -pandemic data, so current app usage, moblle pickup,
etc. is already included in the counts that they completed last month. There isn't a lot of
traffic data available before and after a reconstruction from other locations. He indicated
that the double drive-through is a way to stay competitive and fix issues with the site, not
to generate more traffic or necessarily more sales. The objective is to remain where they
are and improve the experience. He said that as a professional engineer he is not expecting
additional trips.
Mr. Wetzel brought up that in Ayer where he used to work, the McDonald's has a dual drive-
through now and they could do before and after traffic counts to see if they changed
significantly. His point being that there is the ability to get traffic data, but that it doesn't
seem like McDonald's has tried. Mr. Wetzel stated that McDonald's should be able to provide
what the Commission members need to approve the plans. Mr. Weston suggested that
without that data, they should do some sensitivity analyses to their traffic plans. Such as,
what would it do to their site plans if the traffic did double or what would the impacts be to
the intersections, both from a turning movement standpoint and from a safety standpoint. If
traffic did increase, they should also look at the impacts to safety and sightlines. Mr. Weston
indicated he could work with staff to set out parameters of the testing. Mr. Wetzel
commented that the residents' report was very well put together and very professional and
called out #5 for a data request to McDonald's to answer those questions.
Mr. Adams brought up that any traffic counts from pre -pandemic are so different from the
situation now as to be incomparable. He reiterated that there are existing industry specific
standards, and that their real observed traffic counts were only 1 trip off from the industry
standard data. Mr. Wetzel indicated that some counts were 9% off in the projections. Mr.
Adams said that one extra car every 5 minutes would look exactly the same to the average
person. If there was one extra vehicle every 3 minutes or so you wouldn't be able to notice
it. Mr. Wetzel stated that if you were waiting to turn left onto Main St you would notice it.
He expressed frustration to the applicant team that the Board and residents have been
asking for more information but not getting real numbers. Ms. Clish seconded that there is
no other supporting data than this single McDonald's source saying that sales volume would
increase only 3-5% to help them make their decision. Mr. Weston brought up the nearby
Chick-Fil-A drive through and that the dual drive-through there has made a huge increase in
traffic, more than a doubling, near Washington St in Woburn. Mr. Weston asked the
applicant to help them not jump to the conclusion that the Chick-Fil-A scenario is what is
going to happen. Ms. Clish reiterated the ask for comparable traffic info. Mr. Allen noted the
increase in total stacking capacity on site and the board members agreed that the increase
in stacking ability is a positive.
Mr. Armstrong noted that he felt they would never receive traffic data unless there was a
condition constructed in the Decision to require it or to create some kind of mechanism for
evaluation post -construction. Mr. Wetzel discussed a similar condition they had put in place
on a project when he was in Ayer and that he wasn't sure quite what the condition would be
in this scenario. Mr. Weston said that a condition for some kind could help CPDC feel
comfortable approving.
Mr. D'Arezzo asked about what the second and third order windows are for and how they
use the pickup and pull forward windows. The applicant clarified how they are used for
picking up food and managing the drive-through flaw and there was a discussion that the
distance between the pickup and pull forward windows is 40 ft.
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Ms. Clish made a motion to continue the public hearing for the Site Plan Review
Application and Special Permit for 413 Main St to January 8, 2024. Ms. Mateev
seconded the motion, and it was approved 5-0-0.
Public Hearing, Site Plan Review Application, Special Permit, Stormwater Permit
252-262 Main St / 10 Pinevale Ave. BLVD Reading LLC
Mr. MacNichol re -summarized the meeting procedures for the in-person and remote
attendees. Mr. D'Arezzo read the public notice into the record. From the applicant team Mr.
Chris Latham was in person with Mr. Saverio Fulciniti, Civil Engineer Mr. Carlton Quinn, and
traffic engineer Mr. Scott Thornton. Mr. Chris Latham began an overview of the project,
using the submitted slide deck. He covered: the overall proposal, the context of the site,
neighboring properties, existing conditions of the four parcels, the project benefits, zoning
compliance, the overall site plan, parking, landscape plan, stormwater management, waste
removal, building design, facade materials, signage, lighting, elevations, and the shadow
studies.
Mr. Weston asked if there were any pressing comments from the Board, because if not he
would like to move directly into public comment. Mr. Wetzel asked about the 30 ft transition
zone being used for the project and Mr. MacNichol explained how the 30ft transition zone
works on split zoned lots in Business -A. He also mentioned that the Special Permit is specific
to the Mixed-use definition in the bylaw. He stated that Conservation Commission will be
doing a review, but given that the majority of the site is under CPDC not Conservation the
Special Permit will be issued by CPDC. Mr. Armstrong asked about how much of the site
would be graded and moved offsite. He asked for that info in truckloads. Mr. Quinn, the civil
engineer on the project spoke in person. He stated that they did not have that info at the
moment, but that he could certainly get the data for them.
Mr. Weston opened it up for public comment.
Ms. Joan Guidi, 54 Pinevale Ave, spoke in person, she read a letter and had also submitted
a letter as public comment. She had lived on Pinevale since 1973 and she covered the
history of local projects and residents' successes in getting projects cancelled. She spoke of
the wetlands in the area and the nature in the area. She spoke of concerns with overflow
parking from the dental office on the corner of Pinevale. She implored the Board to consider
the resident point of view for the project.
Ms. Jennifer Killeen, 12 Pinevale Ave, spoke in person and noted she was speaking both as
an abutter and as a representative of the neighborhood. They "respectfully but forcefully"
oppose the project. She spoke to share the community concerns. She spoke about the
current residents on the street and that many of them are also public servants. They ask
CPDC to keep intact their peaceful and cohesive residential neighborhood. They have 20+
children living on their street and residents who have lived there for decades. They are
determined to push back against the property. She personally will lose the tranquility of her
backyard with noise and light pollution. She stated that this couldn't have been the vision
for the application of Mixed-use in Reading. She cited the removal of mature trees that
couldn't be replaced in the landscaping plan. She brought up headlights, car alarms, and
noise from the parking areas. She noted that the proposed stockade fence will impede snow
removal from her property in addition to not providing an adequate noise buffer, especially
given that the neighboring house is being removed. She brought up concerns about
flooding, particularly with the primary snow storage area being directly behind her house
and that the street is prone to flooding as it is. She believes the parking is not enough for
the residents. The issue for them is that there is nowhere else to park once the lot is full
and overflow parking on Pinevale Ave could put their children at risk. She discussed the
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parking lot as creating a heat island and that there are children with asthma in the
neighborhood. In summary, the whole neighborhood feels the building proposed is too large
for the size of the lots and that there is no benefit to having the curb cut on Pinevale Ave.
Together they ask that CPDC deny the special permit based on nine of the twelve criteria.
Ms. Linda McKenzie, 7 Pinevale, spoke in person. She has been there for about 40 years.
Their property abuts the property on the corner of Main Street. When they first moved in
they were told the neighboring building was an office building but it now houses a Domino's
and a tattoo parlor. She cited Domino's as a nuisance for them with deliveries at 4am, rats,
and being open until lam. On two occasions trucks backed into her fence and broke the
fence right when she got a new dog. She stated that a stockade fence is not strong enough
to protect from cars. She spoke about the area being a wetland and that everyone has moss
in their yards.
Ms. Lynn Farrell, 2 Pinevale owner, spoke in person. She called the proposal an "invasion of
privacy" given that it Is only 5 feet from their property. It is a rental property for them and
is part of their retirement plan. It will have a huge negative effect on their plans as their
property is their investment property for their retirement. She believes there is insufficient
parking.
Ms. Maureen Hart, the occupant of 2 Pinevale, rents from the Farrells and spoke in person.
She's been renting there for 10 years, it is a duplex and her mother moved into the other
unit this summer. They are concerned about the size and scope of the building given that
they are the immediate abutters. There's only 20 ft between the two buildings. She's lived
there since there was one occupant living next door and now there will be a great number of
units overlooking them.
Ms. Patricia McCarty, 43 Pinevale, spoke in person. She believed the intention of the mixed-
use bylaw was that those properties on Main St would only be those impacted. She stated
that there could be confusion about the use of those rules and since this is the first time
anyone has used these rules she asked the Board to consider whether the original intention
would be to tear down the houses directly next to Main St. She asked the developer to start
over with a proposal that respects their neighborhood.
Ms. Andrea Farina, 51 Pinevale, spoke. She spoke about the congestion on Main St and that
traffic has already been "challenging" with the building of the apartments across the street.
She argued that renters and customers would get "priority" access and exit onto Main St.
She cited the concerns with it being a dead-end street that is very tight. She cited cars
speeding down the street and damaging property when they go to turn around. Pinevale is
the only safe place for their kids to play because they would have to go out to Main St to
walk anywhere else. She stated that the proposed curb cuts are an issue for them walking
to Main St. She's lived on Pinevale Ave for 12 years. Her daughter Elena then spoke in
person and read a letter she wrote. She lived here 10 years with her family and cars have
often been a problem and there will be issues with cars turning around on the street. She is
concerned about strangers and foot traffic from people going on a walk.
Mr. Chris Murphy, 19 Pinevale, spoke in person, stating that he is a police officer in another
community and that they are called constantly to developments like this one to write
parking tickets for cars. He stated that there isn't enough space for both parking and
circulation on Pinevale Ave. He stated that Conservation was out there on their street today
and the members parked on their lawn doing a site visit and now there are tire marks on a
neighbor's lawn. At the end of their street there isn't enough room to turn around and this
will cause a huge problem.
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Ms. Katelyn Lloyd, 46 Pinevale, spoke in person, and brought up the neighborhood vibe of
the place. She believes the development will increase traffic onto their street and will pose
safety issues for their youngest residents. She brought up the Issues with combining
resident and retail parking and that overflow retail parking will likely be on their street. She
noted that their street is too narrow for trucks to turn around and for emergency vehicles to
turn around.
Ms. Sarah Fuller, 24 Pinevale, spoke in person. She has 3 daughters and spoke to address
the Special Permit criteria #3 and how the proposal would impact the residents of Pinevale
as well as the implications for the residents. The back of their home will have a direct line of
sight to the property. She stated that lights will impact them at night and make sleep
difficult for them at night, especially for their children. She has concerns about rats. She is
concerned about the Impact of the development on the water table and stated that
residents of Pinevale Ave regularly have water in their basements. She asked if the Town
studied the impact of the development on wildlife. The residents want an independent
review of the Flags that delineate the wetlands.
Ms. Angela Binda, 10 Orchard Park Drive, spoke from Zoom. The end of her dead-end street
goes up to Pinevale and she is a Town Meeting member. She wanted to say that this was
not what she envisioned for the South Main St area when Town Meeting approved the
Mixed-Use regulations. She does not want such encroachment on an established
neighborhood. She supports the Pinevale residents and does not support development that
encroaches on such established areas.
Ms. ]arm Killeen spoke again, reiterating that the residents are strong and united against
the development. It uniquely impacts the residents and they ask the Board to oppose this
project.
Mr. Weston told residents to continue to be engaged in the process. He stated that they
heard a lot tonight from the residents of Pinevale Ave and that the Board would need some
time to digest it all. He spoke to the applicant team stating that just because they can do
something doesn't mean they should, and it seems like a lot is jammed onto the site in this
current proposal.
Mr. Wetzel stated that he took a lot of notes and would appreciate an opportunity to
organize thoughts and comments. Mr. Armstrong asked for a 5-page executive summary of
all the documents that are over 70 pages. He asked if they had done an endangered species
review. He asked if they have considered joint parking agreements with neighboring
businesses. He also stated that a break-down of the apartments would be appreciated as
well as a short summary of the exact zoning requirements and how the proposal meets
them. The applicant team did not provide additional comment.
Ms. Clish made a motion to continue the public hearing for the Site Plan Review
Application for 252-262 Main St to January 8, 2024. Ms. Mateev seconded the
motion, and it was approved 5-0-0.
Other Business
There was a brief discussion on MBTA Communities zoning language in relation to the
upcoming public hearings.
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The Commission reviewed the minutes for 11/6/23, and made changes. Mr.
D'Arezzo made a motion to approve the minutes of 11/6/23, as amended. Mr.
Wetzel seconded the motion and it was approved 5-0-1.
The Commission reviewed the minutes for 12/4/23, and made changes. Mr.
D-Arezzo made a motion to approve the minutes of 12/4/23, as amended. Mr.
Wetzel seconded the motion and it was approved 5-0-0.
Adiournment
Ms. Clish made a motion to adjourn at 10:44 PM. Ms. Mateev seconded and it was
approved 5-0-0.
Documents Reviewed at the Meeting:
• 47 Harnden St Sign Permit Application
o Sign Renderings
o Draft Certificate of Appropriateness dated 12/11/23
• 0 Annette Lane Continuance Request
• 413 Main St McDonald's
o Supplementary Traffic Report
o Reading Police Memos
o Response Memo from Applicant
0 Photos submitted by Dave Talbot
258 Main St Strada
o Slide deck submitted by applicant
o Letters submitted by residents
Draft Minutes:
0 11/6/23
0 12/4/23