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HomeMy WebLinkAboutConservation Comm 01/28/1975MANSFIELD CONSERVATION COPRARSSION Minutes of the Meeting January 28, 1975 Present: R. Jones, P. Boyden, S. Sweet, D. Devnew, C. Meszoely, F. Rye. Meeting opened at 7:35 p.m. Frank Burke and David Chareth of the Chief Engineer's Office, State Department of Public Works met with the Commission to discuss the "Safety Job" on the Mansfield portion of Interstate 95 and also the construction of I-495 extension and relocated Route 140. Mr. Burke said the State wanted to meet informally with the Conservation Commissions in different towns where the projects would affect wetlands; He asked that Commission members point out any "sensitive areas" where hearings might be required, and for any other input the Commission members thought to be perti nent. Mr. Chareth explained the scope of the I-95 safety job. Wherg possible, guardrails would be removed and slopes would be flattened (6:1)9 as it has been found that guardrails are more dangerous to errant cars.than allowing the vehicle to go down the slope and come to a stop. Commission members looked at the DPW layout map while Mr. Chareth pointed out areas to be filled or graded. Members pointed out areas possibly affected by the Wetlands Act, including areas near the Wading River and Witch Pond Well. Mr. Burke pointed out that all work would be done within the layout area. < He also pointed out on the plan where trees would be removed so that exits could be seen well in advance. P. Boyden asked what storm was used in the State's plans and calculations. ( The engineers replied it was a 50-year storm or the worst storm on record for that particular area. Also discussed were types of materials for fill_ and topsoil and planting of vegetation to prevent erosion on the slopes. Mr. Burke said this work would be done in the spring, and that he would let the Commission know well in advance so that the Wetlands Hearing could be scheduled. Mr. Burke explained the State's construction plans for the I-495 extension through Mansfield. Commission members looked at the Preliminary Plan for this route through town. The interchange near the Great Woods was discussed, and Commission members looked at plans for both the clover-leaf and trumpet interchanges. After discussion of how the environment would be affected by each of these, members agreed that the "trumpet" interchange would be the least disruptive to the environment. There was further discussion of the re- „r location of Route 140, and projected traffic impact on the areas. Minutes of the January 21 meeting were read.P. Boyden moved that these be approved with the addition of "letter from the law firm representing Wading River Associates" at the end of the first paragraph on Page 2. ,Seconded by R. Jones, all in favor. P. Boyden discussed modifying of Fulton dam to a uniform 151.75'. He said costs would be approximately $1400. D. Devnew stated that the engineer was 1 MANSFIELD CONSERVATION COMUSSION Minutes of the Meeting F January 28, 1975 concerned about any modification, as the plans had been approved by the State. Mr. Boyden said that the flow of water going across the dam should be 40' across. He also said that it was not at present, but would be with modification. Minutes will be checked for Mr. Libbey's comments in this regard 2 - 3 years ago. Mr. Devnew reported that Mr. Allen Willis wanted a letter giving permission for him to out trees and bushes for. the Boy Scout.' -project ori the conserva- tion land. Wetlands Hearing was set for February 11 for the filling and grading of the parking area on the conservation property off Ware Street. Mr. Boyden also discussed talking to the Town Manager about releasing Mr. Hathaway from the bond. Maps of the Sweet land in West Mansfield were looked at by Commission mem- berts, and the amount of acreage was discussed. After discussion about dividing up the parcels for acquisition, R. Jones moved that for this year's Town Meeting, the 15.65 acres, most directly accessible from Otis Street, - be the one asked for first. Seconded by S. Sweet, voted all in favor. Mr. Rys discussed how Self -Help would reimburse the town for some of the price of the acquisition of the Sweet property if certain conditions were ( t met regarding the recreational plans for the area. Factory Pond was discussed. P. Boyden moved that if the Commission agreed, - a letter should be written that the Water Department should take over looking into acquiring Factory Pond, as it was important to the water supply of the Town. Seconded, all in favor. C. Meszoely moved that another point be added to the letter to the State -DPW about the E.I. S. for Routes 1404951 which would express the Commission's favoring the trumpet interchange over the clover -leaf for the. Route 140 inter- change. R. Jones seconded the motion, so voted. P. Boyden will check on the Brugliera land adjacent'to the Kingman Pond project. Correspondence regarding the fence on Carl Nelson's property on School Street was reviewed. D. Devnew said that he had been told that the right-of-way to the NY -NH Railroad had been closed, so it was suggested that this be tabled. The hearing for work to be done at the Dustin well site will be held on the 25th of February. Work being done on Brown Avenue was discussed. The Commission had issued an order of conditions for this, and Mr. Jones reminded members and Mrs. Jellinek that the applicant had a year to comply with this. Mr. Jones and Mr. Boyden said that they would bheck out the situation. P. Boyden moved, C. Meszoely seconded, that the meeting be adjourned at 9:45 p•m- - 2 _