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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-03-24 Conservation Commission MinutesMinutes, Reading Conservation Commission, March 24, 2004 Minutes of the Reading Conservation Commission TOWN CLERK Selectman's Meeting Room, Town Hall r~ € C,, t~9 ASS. March 24, 2004 2004 Jul 2Q P 4: Q 1 Present: Doug Greene, Kelley Meier, Jamie Maughan, Will Finch, Bill Hecht, and Rebecca Longley, Commissioners; Fran Fink, Administrator The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Old/New Business 7 Beaver Road, Order of Conditions, DEP 270-420, RGB 2004-5 Mr. and Mrs. Lydecker, the applicants, were present. The Commission reviewed draft Findings and Conditions. Mr. Hecht moved to issue an Order of Conditions with the Findings and Conditions attached as drafted. Ms. Meier seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor. 58 Lawrence Road, Order of Conditions, DEP 270-419, RGB 2004-4 Dave Johnson, applicant, was present. The Commission reviewed draft Findings and Conditions. Mr. Finch moved to issue an Order of Conditions with the Findings and Conditions attached as drafted. Ms. Longley seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor. 48 Whittier Road, Order of Conditions, DEP 270-410, RGB 2003-27 Dave Johnson, applicant, requested that the Commission sign of on the request for Certificate of Occupancy. The Commission reviewed reports on the present condition of the site. Some grading, completion of the driveway, landscaping, and the as-built site plan remain to be completed, after planting season arrives. Mr. Finch moved to authorize the Conservation Administrator to sign off on the Occupancy request, pending receipt of a surety in the amount of $5000 to guarantee completion of the remaining work. Mr. Hecht seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor Longfellow Road - Lot 45, DEP 270-415, RGB 2003-52 Angela Taibbi, applicant, was present. She asked for information about the appeals processes under MGL, Ch. 131, s. 40 and under RGB, Section 5.7. The Commission provided information about where, how, and when to file appeals. Ms. Taibbi left the meeting. The Commission reviewed and amended draft Findings and Conditions. Mr. Hecht moved to issue an Order of Conditions denying the proposed project with the Findings attached as amended this evening. Ms. Longley seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor. 87 Walkers Brook Drive, Order of Conditions, DEP 270-346, RGB 2001-3 Mark Gallant, attorney for the applicant, was present and requested an Extension Permit. He stated that work was not likely to commence this year, but might commence next year. The Commission reviewed the proposed work for the benefit of the new Commissioners present. Mr. Hecht moved to issue an Extension Permit for three additional years. Ms. Longley seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor. Minutes, Reading Conservation Commission, March 24, 2004 Barrows Elementary School, Edgemont Avenue, DEP 270-414, RGB 2003-49 No one was present for the applicant. Ms. Fink reported that the engineer, Josh Alston had phoned and had no objections to the draft Findings and Conditions. The Commission reviewed draft. Ms. Longley moved to issue an Order of Conditions with the Findings and Conditions attached as drafted. Mr. Hecht seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor Adams Way Subdivision, Order of Conditions, DEP 270-333, RGB 2000-8 The Commission reviewed the status of work, which is incomplete. The developer has not responded to recent attempts to reach him by phone or mail. The Commission reviewed and amended a draft Enforcement Order. Mr. Hecht moved to issue the Enforcement Order as amended this evening. Ms. Meier seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor Copies of the Enforcement Order will be sent to the two lot owners with a cover letter explaining their responsibilities and possible responses. The Administrator will confer with the Town Engineer and Town Planner concerning status of work under the subdivision permit. Public Hearing 1 General Avenue, ANRAD, DEP 270-421, RGB 2004-6 The Chairman opened the hearing. Chris Sparages and Peter Ogren of Hayes Engineering, Mark Favaloro, attorney, and Paul Caggionao of Danis Properties were present for the applicant. The site visit had been postponed due to snow. A site visit was scheduled for April 4, 2004 at 9 AM. Mr. Sparages presented a revised map of the watershed based upon information from the Town Engineer concerning street drains and topography. He determined that the area of the watershed for the on-site stream was 0.32 square mile, and thus did not meet the definition of a perennial stream.. Ms. Fink had also analyzed the watershed and arrived at a similar figure. She also reported that the stratified drift deposits in the watershed did not meet the definition of a perennial stream. The Commission asked about the drainage from the Parker Middle School and Washington Street area, and Mr. Sparages and Ms. Fink indicated the relevant drainage patterns. Mr. Sparages reported that Hayes had completed BVW flagging on the northern side of the site and along the full length of the stream bank. Mr. Hecht moved to issue continue the public hearing to April _14, 2004 at 7:45 PM. Ms. Long ley seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor. Minutes, Reading Conservation Commission, March 24, 2004 Old/New Business Harold Avenue PRD, Conservation Restriction Comments had not been received from Town Counsel and the Commission took no action. 80 New Crossing Road, Order of Conditions, DEP 270-298, RGB 1998-1, and DEP 270-285, RGB 1996-9 A site visit was scheduled for April 4, 2004. The previous visit had been postponed due to snow. 9 Mill Street, North Reading, Notice of Intent There was no new information or submittal for this matter. The North Reading Conservation Commission will continue the public hearing on April 27, 2004. 211 Pearl Street, Order of Conditions, DEP 270-396, RGB 2003-15 The Commission reviewed a site inspection report. Mr. Finch moved to issue a Certificate of Compliance for the project. Mr. Hecht seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor. Mr. Finch moved to release the bond in the amount of $5000.00. Ms. Meier seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor. 14 B Street, Minor Project Permit Ms. Meier moved to approve the minor project at 14 B Street. Mr. Hecht seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor. 13 Smith Avenue Ms. Fink reported a disagreement between the owners of #13 and #9 Smith Avenue concerning trimming a tree. The owner of #13 will probably file a Request for Determination soon. 10 Whittier Road, Determination of Applicability, RGB 2004-7 Ms. Fink reported that construction had commenced without the pre-construction inspection. She had contacted the owner and contractor and had required the erosion barrier to be properly set. 210/275 Salem Street, Comprehensive Permit Application The Commission reviewed a draft memorandum to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Mr. Greene moved to send the memorandum as drafted. Mr. Hecht seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor. Minutes, November 19, 2003 and January 28, 2004 The Commission reviewed and amended draft Minutes for November 19 and January 28. Mr. Finch moved to accept the Minutes for both dates as amended this evening. Ms. Longley seconded. Voted 6-0 in favor. Minutes, Reading Conservation Conunission, March 24, 2004 Walkers Brook Crossing, Notice of Project Change, MEPA The Commission reviewed the Notice of Project Change and took no action on it. Town Meeting The Commission discussed preparations for the April Town Meeting, particularly the Article concerning use of bow and arrow. 248 Main Street, Order of Conditions, DEP 270-296, RGB 1997-35 The Commission reviewed the status of work under the Order and found it incomplete. The Order has expired. The Commission asked the Administrator to draft an Enforcement Order for the remaining work and place the matter on the April 14 agenda. 306 Main Street, Getty Station A report was given that an "opening soon" sign had been posted at the station. The Administrator will find out whether the station has changed hands. 1364 Main Street, Wingate, Orders of Conditions, DEP 270-117, RGB 1984-3 and DEP 270-387, RGB 2003-4 A reminder will be sent to the owner that work remains to complete the old Order of Conditions and should be carried out this summer. Meeting adjourned at 10:00 PM.