HomeMy WebLinkAboutConservation Minutes 3/13/1989MANSFIELD CONSERVATION COMMISSION MINUTES
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Members Present: Chairman Ouellette, Commiss ioners Davison, lek:, O'Neill,
/ Owens, Rhoads ��i17iCi �E�f
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.
CHANGES IN FILE SE211- 43 (Wessel St.)
Mr. Trowbridge presented a new plan which snowed the changes necessitated
by the addition of a garage; the house is already built. Contours are
significantly different, grading is slightly closer to wetlands, with a bigger
house, more impervious driveway area, located in Back: Bay area which is already
a problem. Mr. Trowbridge suggested tying in roof drain =. to dry wells. Comm,
Rhoads asked if driveway drainage could be collected cr�eriilow would
directed Into wetland„
NOTION: To amend existing order administratively to include two additional
conditions concerning sto'r',(water mitigation, incorporating
discussion on roof leaders and driveway drainage.
(Rhoads — Davison; all in favor) VOTE_",
WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT HEARING - SE211- 92
Harrington & Matto -- Riverwood Estates, Tremont Street -- Filling 4,200
sq. ft, of wetlands; roads, utilities, drainage construction
Mr. Trowbridge presented list of certified abutters notified, many of whom
were present at this hearing. He also distributed photocopies of the plans to
those abutters present. Two drains (twin 12 -inch pipes) have been provided
across roadway to avoid impedance of flog. Siltation fence shown. Gravel
roadway down easement for ease of maintenance. Riprap going through detention
area. Emergency overflow shown. Detention area sued by SCS methods for la,
25, and 100 -year storms, Roadway is 50 feet wide; applicant is willing to
reduce width if planning board would agree. Comm. Rhoads suggested that the
commission would support a 5 -foot width with a:1 slope on the non - sidewalk
side (which would require a waiver). Comm. Rhoads asked that 100 -t'ea'r flood
calcs be run to ensure that no backwater condition arises, Comm. Rhoads
suggested a clay dam in the utility trenches, and also requested additional
information about the replication plan, as well as a statement regarding
wildlife issues. Roadway is staked; Hutchins- Trowbridge flagged wetlands in
rear, Karl Drown flagged wetlands in front.
Dick Lewis requested a plan showing wetland flagging +.;Per Comm. regs.) and
requested a test hole in season, in areas of primary excavation. Issue of
stream vs, man -made ditch can be settled in the field. Dick asked about the
Possibility of retaining walls. Trowbridge would prefer the 211 slope and 5 -ft.
width if acceptable to the Planning Board. Project downstream (Matthew Estates)
moved away from a direct discharge into the river. A wet Awould require a waiver
from the Planning Board requirement for gravel bottom, but might be preferable.
Comm. Rhoads suggested compartmentalizing the bottom of the basin, forming a
retention area. Mr. Trowbridge is willing to cooperat_ if the Planning Board
is agreeable. Dick asked whether it would be possible to relocate the road to
cross at a narrower point; there is no house on the land of Edward Guenard. Mr.
Trowbridge indicated that use of that lot is out of the question.
Wayne and Marjorie Holberg in Matthews Estates asked what wetlands would be
affected, A Nest St. resident, Jackie Kiley, asked who will maintain the road.
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Mr. Trowbridge requested that a letter be written indicating Comm. support
for waivers. Mr. Lewis responded that it might be premature to commit in
writing before Commissioners have walked the site on Sat., March 1S at 8:OM a.m.
The hearing will be continued to 3= 27-89 at 9:30.
WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT HEARING CONTINUATION - SE211 -286, 2871 202, 28':1 290 --
Bonwood Company -- Austin Farms
SE211 -287 (lot 18) continued to 27-89 at 10:00; SE211- 226, 881 289 - no
changes or additional information. SE211 -290 - Mr. Folkman had questions
regarding documentation on researching alternative locations. The Commission
requested in writing the results of the applicant's request from the Board of
Health. Comm. Rhoads suggested adding roof leaders into dry wells, except for
lot 5. Mr. Foikman will look into the some of Comm, Rhoads' sug genti:ons as to
how to minimize cost.
NOTION: Ciose hearing for all but lot 12.
(Rhoads - Davison; O'Neill abstaining, all in favor) VOTED
WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT HEARING CONTINUATION -- SE211 -291
Bauer -- 880 Maple St.
Mr. William Bauer has reviewed plans with Dick prior to this hearing.
There was some concern that grading would be done near wetlands; Mr. Bauer
indicated his willingness to move the house bark, creating additional space
between wetlands and construction, and go to 1:1 riprapping. Mr. Finnoggi, Mr.
( Bauer's uncle, also spoke, asking whether an additional _. -_t of detailed plane .
is necessary. Southeast corner of garage showed 15 feet from corner to
wetlands; site inspection revealed that grading would in fact be out in the
wetlands. If house shifts back 13 feet, it will be close to the property line.
Consensus is that it is a very tight project. Orders will include requirement
to move house back 10 feet; as -built plan must show this at time of request for
Certificate of Compliance. Site will be walked at 4.15 a.m. on 1 18-SV.
MOTION: To continue to the site walk and then to the 3 =27 -8i Tooting at
10:15 p.m.
(Rhoads - O'Neill; all in favor) VOTED
ORDERS OF CONDITIONS:
SE211 -285 :
NOTION: To issue as written with addition of drywell=_., and 'reference to
replication plan for SE211 -144.
(Rhoads - Poholek; all in favor, O'Neill abstaining) vorED
WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT HEARING CONTINUATION -- SE211 -293
Murphy -- 245 Winter St.
No additional information resulted from the site walk. Hearing closed.
MOTION: To issue orders as amended.
(Rhoads - O'Neill; all in favor) VOTED
RENAMING OF CONSERVATION AREA --
MOTION: To rescind the motion to rename the conservation area for former
Chairman Sweet, upon Mr. Sweet's request.
(O'Neill - Rhoads; all in favor) VOTED
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ORDERS OF CONDITIONS:
SE211 -288, lot 21:
NOTION: To issue the conditions as written, with inclusion of drywells.
(Rhoads - Owens; all in favor, O'Neill abstaining) VOTED
SE211 -289, lot 22:
MOTION: To issue the conditions as written, with additional finding
stating that grading shown was permitted under previous order, and
including roof drains.
(Rhoads - O,wcns; all in favor; O'Neill abstaining) VOTED
Dick will discuss with Mr. Folkman the possibility of switching the reserve
and current systems.
SE211 -290, lot 5:
NOTION: To issue as written and discussed, including finding suggesting
Commission's inter'pr'etation of iitie V vis- a -vis retaining wall.
(Rhoads - Davison; all in favor, O'Neill abstaining! VOTED
SE211 -283, Balcom Ridge II
MOTION: To issue as written, with amendment to finding #1 regarding
stormwater detention basin.
(Rhoads - O'Neill; all in favor) VOTED \
REQUEST FOR DETERMINATION OF APPLICABILITY -- CONTINUATION
Consolidated Rail Corp.
No additional information resulted from the site walk. Dick suggested
adding a mini - condition requesting that the applicant supply information to
Hatheway &. Patterson regarding the chemicals being used. Exemption on the basis
of 10.03 (6) (b). With notification of DFA- approved vegetation management plan
incorporating bounds set by MCC.
MOTION: To issue a negative #4 Determination, with the addition of
conditions as discussed.
(Rhoads - Owens; all in favor) VOTED
NEW BUSINESS:
Request for modification to lot 107, York Road, SE211 -245. House is closer
to street, approximately 75 feet from wetlands; represents an improvement,
except for increase in lawn and clearing of trees.
MOTION: To issue an amended ruder for SE211 -245; Dick will suggest to the
applicant changes which would minimize clearing, and include dry
wells.
(Rhoads - O'Neill; all in favor) VOTED
2. Fulton's Pond. Dick is not in favor of the proposed new parking area. The
commission agrees. Chairman Ouellette suggested that more than wood chips
are needed for the banks. Comm. Rhoads suggested trap rock; Dick said it
could be vegetated also.
3. Maple Park /National Lumber. Comm,. views beautification positively, but
wants more detail and a field inspection after details are received.
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4. Commission will meet at 7:00 p.m. 3- 27 -89.
5. Job description. Town Manager has changed description so env. planner
reports to Planning and Development Director. Commission would like to
have more involvement in the selection process, with the agent selected
from a list developed by the commission of recommended candidates. 'Works
under the administrative and general supervision ... with specific
direction (instead of functional advice and)..." (under duties and
responsibilities). No. 5: Change to 75% instead of 50% as minimum time
spent on Conservation Comm. related matters; also change "Chairman of the
Con. Comm. to Con. Comm." To no. 1, add programs to "land arnuisition" and
"public education." Add as a footnote that the Commission takes exception
to having the agent supervised by the Planning and Devt. Director.
i•OTION! To notify Board of Selectmen of the changes the commission has
made
(Rhoads - Owens; all in favor) VOTED
b. NOTION: That, in the event
vice chairman will
appointed.
(Rhoads - O'Neill;
of the resignation of the current chairman, the
act as chairman until another chairman can be
all in favor)
The meeting adjourned at 11:55.
VOTED
Approved by: y�A ,� Q Date to town clerk:
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