MINUTES FOR JUNE 2, 2005
PRESENT: Jim Ross, Chairman
Anne Avelino
Mary Ellen Rochette
William Smith
Erika Ueberbacher, Conservation Agent
ABSENT: Mark Peterson, Vice-Chairman
7:00 P.M. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS SESSION
1. Informal discussion with Roger Stolte, Highway Superintendent regarding modifications to King Philip Street. Erika distributed a plan for ConCom’s review. Jim Ross will review the plan and make comments back to the Commission. She stated that if anyone had questions, they should contact Raynham Highway Superintendent, Roger Stolte.
2. Continued informal discussion with Jim Burke and Frank Cooper of Wampanoag Road regarding a drainage easement. Erika explained that the current town regulations indicate that if an easement is expanded in width or length, it has to be deeded over to the town and that any structure on the easement would have to be removed. Jim Ross asked if the width as shown is correct. He advised that the easement must be accurately depicted when the applicant speaks with the There was a discussion on the modifications and stated that a representative from Hayward Boynton & Williams would have to address the board. Jim Ross made a site visit on May 23rd and stated that the work looked to be straight forward. His only concern is that you would lose the long run of natural filtration prior to
any runoff going into the wetlands. Erika recommended that a COC be issued for this lot in the subdivision. The subsequent drainage work as discussed will require a new filing with the Conservation Commission. Bill motioned, Anne seconded, unanimous vote by the Commission to issue a full Certificate of Compliance.
3. Continued informal discussion with Welch Builders regarding Wampanoag Road – Certificate of Compliance. Erika stated that there were grass clippings in the easement which should be removed. She recommended not issuing the COC and suggested calling Welch Builders and she would advise them the easement had to be cleaned up. The board unanimously agreed to have Erika call Welch Builders.
4. Continued informal discussion with Joshua Bulotsky regarding an amended Order of Conditions or Certificate of Compliance. Mr. Bulotsky presented a plan of the proposed project. Jim Ross visited the site on May 23rd and stated that the as-built was not accurately depicted. He stated that the site had not been stabilized but thought mulching would be sufficient. Erika advised that due to the wetland requirement and the age of the lot, Mr. Bulotsky is allowed to alter 10% of the riverfront area or 17,955 square feet of which 10,200 sq. ft. has been altered to date. She stated that Mr. Bulotsky will have to determine if it is feasible to continue with this project. Jim said he was concerned with the swimming pool because it will be close to the wetlands. Erika suggested to
Mr. Bulotsky that he should plan for the maximum build out and that with an amended plan, the Commission could extend the permit for the Order of Conditions for three years. She advised that in order to discuss the approval of the plan and amend the conditions, the neighbors should be notified of this project and an engineer would have to be present at the meeting. She explained that if Mr. Bulotsky wants a COC, he would have to stabilize everything and ConCom would have to make another site visit. She also explained that if Mr. Bulotsky wants to build this project, the abutters would have to be notified and ConCom would have to sign off an extension permit for the Order and would also issue any extra conditions. She explained that Mr. Bulotsky has until November 11th to decide what he will do. Mr. Bulotsky said he will do the mulching. Erika advised Mr. Bulotsky that he should also reseed the grass and that everything must be
stabilized and maintained until a COC is issued.
5. Continued informal discussion regarding an addition of a 24’ x 24’ garage to 29 Alexandra Drive, Thomas & Annette Zahar. Jim Ross advised that on a site visit, he could not determine the wetland line and stated that it would have to be determined with soils testing. There was a brief discussion on the wetland and marsh areas. Erika said we don’t have the answer on whether or not this project is feasible, cost wise and that once
the line is known an NOI would have to be filed. Erika said soils testing and a wetland delineation needs to be done. Mr. Zahar advised that when his neighbor did the construction, he had to hire a botanist and had to re-flag the area, however, he was not sure as to whether or not he had filed with the Commission. Mr. Zahar replied that he wants to be above board in this process. Jim stated that if the Commission can do the research, this project might be able to be done but all of the information had to be on the plan in order for ConCom to act on it. Erika explained the process to Mr. Zahar and offered her help.
6. Informal discussion with Commission to discuss meeting schedule. Erika explained that the next meeting will be lengthy due to both the formal and informal hearings. She suggested tabling several items to July 7th as the informal schedule was nearly full for June 16th. The Commission agreed and Jim suggested lengthening the informal session to one hour.
7. Informal discussion on Mass Highway request for an Extension Permit for DEP File #269-455 for Routes 24, 44, 104, 138 & 495. Erika recommended a 3-year extension. Mary Ellen motioned, Anne seconded, unanimous vote by the Commission to issue a 3-year extension.
8. Review of May 19, 2005 Minutes. Mary Ellen motioned, Bill seconded, unanimous vote by the Commission to approve the May 19, 2005 minutes.
9. 3 Pamela Way – Tree Removal. Erika stated that the applicant’s engineer was concerned with the trees structural integrity and top heaviness. Erika stated that she might have the Tree Warden comes out to the site to look at the trees. The Engineer is sending a letter for the file.
10. Continued informal discussion with Mastria regarding sewer line installation. This hearing was continued to June 16, 2005 at the applicant’s request.
11. Continued informal discussion with Mastria regarding expansion of parking. This hearing was continued to June 16, 2005 at the applicant’s request.
12. Continued informal discussion with Tom Pozerski of Hayward Boynton & Williams regarding work done by T & M Realty Trust that involved the installation of a culvert under the MBTA rail bed, along with other associated work, in an area located northwest of the intersection of Britton Street and King Philip Street and approximately 500-ft. north of the old stone railroad bridge that crosses over King Philip Street between Broadway (Route 138) and Prospect Hill Street. This hearing was continued to June 16, 2005 at the applicant’s request.
7:30 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING AND PUBLIC BUSINESS
1. Public hearing for a Notice of Intent for the proposed construction of a single family house, installation of a well and associated utilities within the 100-foot Buffer Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands; the site is located at 303 Prospect Hill Street, Assessors’ Map 3, Lot #20; the applicant is Marsha Craig.
Erika advised that because no DEP file number has been received, this hearing cannot be closed tonight. Rene Monroe represented the applicant. He stated that the proposed house is replacing the current dwelling and that it will be 265 ft. away from the wetlands. He stated that all work is out of the jurisdiction of ConCom. Erika stated that because of the endangered species and swamp a filing was done on May 16, 2005. Erika stated that there are two options that the Commission can take. One is to have Mr. Monroe withdraw the filing and the other is to perhaps issue a determination Notice of Non-Significance and that the Act does not apply but that further investigation is needed. Jim asked Erika to find out who the proper contact person is at DEP and review the plan as it does not seem to be under ConCom’s jurisdiction. Mr. Munroe said he will also speak with Natural Heritage. Jim said he hoped the hearing would be finalized within two weeks. But that a building permit can
only be signed if a letter is received from DEP. This hearing was continued to June 16, 2005 at the applicant’s request.
As a side note, Jim showed photographs of the box turtle that was found in the front of his house and advised that he has notified the Dept. of Fisheries and Wildlife regarding this.
2. Continued Public Hearing for an Abbreviated Notice of Area Resource Delineation to confirm the boundaries of Bordering vegetated Wetlands for 20 Bellow Road, Assessors’ Map 14, Plot 242, Lot 3; the applicant is RNR Plastics. This hearing was continued to June 16, 2005 at the applicant’s request.
3. Continued Public Hearing for a Notice of Intent for the proposed construction to expand an existing electrical supply warehouse facility in an existing industrial within the 100-foot Buffer zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands; the site is located at 33 Commercial Street, Assessors’ Map 14, Lots 50-1 and 50-2; the applicant is Brian Munro. This hearing was continued to July 21, 2005 at the applicant’s request.
4. Continued Public Hearing for an Abbreviated Notice of Resource Delineation for 1084 Broadway, Map 4, Lot 143, the applicant is STF Enterprises. This hearing was continued to June 16, 2005 at the applicant’s request.
She reminded everyone about Bio-Diversity Day, Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12.00 noon at Johnson Pond. Jim also advised that fishing licenses will be free on Saturday, June 4th and 5th.
Jim discussed the Sullivan School. Erika advised that there are resource issues on this project and that we should not verify a line that has not been presented to us. Jim would like to raise the awareness of the residents before the voting takes place. Jim said if this project becomes a problem, we want to assure them that this was known earlier. Erika asked if a memo to the School Committee is warranted for this issue. She will include all information needed to do a filing and would explain the workings of the Wetlands Act. Jim agreed and suggested that she also include what % of disturbance is allowed.
Erika discussed the site visits that the Commission needed to schedule. South Street West and the Sullivan School were scheduled on June 7, 2005 at 5:15 p.m. and June 9th if necessary.
Bill motioned, Anne seconded, unanimous vote by the Commission to adjourn meeting. Meeting adjourned at 8:41 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Donna Guay,
Recording Secretary
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