The Raynham Planning Board held a meeting on Thursday, September 23, 2004, at Raynham Town Hall.~ The meeting opened at 6:34 p.m. with Board members Dan Andrade, Burke Fountain, Carl Carlson and John Canto present.~ Also present were Town Planner Richard McCarthy and Administrative Assistant Maureen McKenney.
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6:35 p.m. - Public hearing for Mello/250R North Main Street subdivision/waiver of frontage plan was reconvened.~ A request for a continuance and an Extension of Time-to-Act was received from applicants James Mello and Kathleen Mello.~ After discussion, the public hearing was continued to November 15, 2004, 6:30 p.m.
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6:42 p.m.~ Public hearing for Carver Woods subdivision plan was reconvened.~ Applicant Brian Mulligan was present.~ He briefly updated the Board on the status of the subdivision, noting that revisions were being made to the plan to address outstanding issues with Judith Nitsch Engineering, Inc.~ Mr. Mulligan submitted an Extension of Time-To-Act and requested a continuance of the hearing.~ After discussion, the public hearing was continued to October 14, 2004, 8:10 p.m.~ No testimony was taken.
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6:49 p.m. - John Bisio presented a Form A plan for land on Sunset Drive, owned by Fairbanks. Mr.
Bisio explained that a conforming lot is being created for the existing house on the property and a second buildable lot is also being created.~ Application and fee were submitted.~ After review of the plan, motion was made to approve "Plan of Land in Raynham, MA Owned by George A. Fairbanks III & Frances C. Fairbanks," dated September 10, 2004, as a plan not requiring subdivision approval; motion was seconded; motion passed by unanimous vote.~ The plan was endorsed.
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7:05 p.m. - Attorney David Gay, Taunton, MA, presented a Form A plan for land on Orchard Street owned by J.L.J. Family Trust, Lawrence Gagnon, Trustee.~ Attorney Gay gave a brief history of the property, noting it had recently been rezoned from~Residential A to Business, and the property lines between the two lots on the plan are now being changed.~ Fees and application were submitted.~ After review of the plan, motion was made to approve "Plan of Land - Assessor's Map 15 Plots 141 & !42 - Orchard Street In Raynham, Bristol County, Massachusetts," dated August 23, 2004; motion seconded; motion passed by unanimous vote.~ The plan was endorsed.
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7:12 p.m. - James Williams, Raynham, MA, presented a Form A plan for land on Mill Street owned by James and Aimee Williams and Raynham Housing Authority.~ Mr. Williams explained a land swap is being done between the parties.~ Application and fee were submitted.~ After review of the plan, motion was made to approve the plan entitled "Proposed Land Swap in Raynham, Massachusetts Prepared For James B. and Aimee M. Williams & Raynham Housing Authority," dated November 26, 2003; motion was seconded; motion passed by unanimous vote.~ The plan was endorsed.
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7:18 p.m. - Public hearing for Munro Elecric site plan was reconvened.~ Neither the applicant nor a representative were present.~~ A letter dated September 22, 2004 was received from applicant Brian Munro requesting the Board act on the site plan dated May 25, 2004, which was the last plan submitted to the Board.~
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Mr. Andrade asked if anyone had any questions.~ Bill Piche, 139 Richmond Street, stated it would be helpful if the trees, fence, etc. were done as required on the last plan but he was still opposed to this plan.~ He noted Conservation Commission issues have not been complied with yet.~ Board members noted all conditions of the Certificate of Action, if approved, must be complied with.
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Board members reviewed correspondence received from JNEI, dated May 27, 2004.~ (Mr. Gallagher arrived at 7:30 p.m.) Fencing, sound barrier, existing retaining wall were discussed.~~ Mr. Piche stated that no retaining wall now exists.~ Mr. Andrade noted it was shown on the plan.~ Acoustical retaining wall and drainage were discussed, bituminous curbing versus concrete curb was discussed.~ Granite curbing at the radii was discussed.~ The need for a surety bond was discussed.~ Mr. McCarthy noted that a surety bond was usually posted when an applicant sought a temporary occupancy permit.~
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Mr. Canto noted there was a history of problems at the site so it is important to establish a sufficient surety amount.~ Mr. Fountain noted a two-year surety should be required for the trees and the landscaping.~
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Mr. Andrade read aloud all waiver requests.~ There was further discussion about tree plantings around the site perimeter and the parking area.~
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Mr. Andrade and Board members discussed proposed conditions.~ It was agreed that issuance of a building permit would be the mechanism for ensuring conditions are met.~ Mr. Piche noted the double row of trees that was previously required were not planted.~ After discussion, Board members agreed that was a Conservation Commission issue.
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Mr. Andrade asked if anyone had any questions or problems regarding the requested waivers.~ There were none.~ He asked if there was further discussion regarding the special permit as requested.~ There were none.~ The public hearing was then closed, and the regular meeting was reconvened.~
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Motion was made to approve the waivers as requested from Sections 5.1.5, 5.1.3, 5.3.2.2, 5.4, 5.4, 5.6.2, 5.7.2, as set forth in the proposed Certificate of Condition; motion was seconded; motion passed by unanimous vote.
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After brief discussion, motion was made to grant the special permit request pursuant to Section 6.5.e to allow a parking space reduction from required 85 spaces to 54 spaces constructed at this time with 31 future spaces to be constructed, if needed; motion was seconded; motion passed by unanimous vote.
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Motion was made to approve the site plan S-04-4 entitled "Proposed Building Addition Munro Electric," drawn by Field Engineering Co., Inc., dated January 20, 2004, last revised May 25, 2004, subject to conditions Nos. 1 through 33 as previously discussed and approved; motion was seconded; motion passed by unanimous vote.
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8:46 p.m. - Public hearing for 611 Center Street Daycare Center site plan was reconvened.~ Applicant Michelle Darling was present along with Todd Pilling, P.E., Pilling Engineering.~ Mr. Pilling requested a continuance of the hearing.~ He explained he is working on plan revisions to address outstanding issues.~ He also explained the applicant is working with architects to determine the feasibility of razing the existing building and constructing a new one.~ He noted the main outstanding issue is the access around the building.~ He informed the Board the property will be on the market and will be listed as a busines use.
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Mr. Andrade noted the Board also had an issue with the traffic on Rte. 104 and access into and out of the site.~ Mr. Fountain stated the Board would listen to input from the police chief and fire chief.
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After brief discussion, the public hearing was continued to December 9, 2004, 7 p.m.~ An Extension of Time-To-Act was submitted.
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8:52 p.m. - Rick Gibbs of Russell Grabau Co. appeared before the Board to discuss completing Locust Woods subdivision.~ Several residents of the subdivision were also present.~ Mr. Gibbs explained that he has met with Roger Stolte and Richard McCarthy to discuss outstanding issues at the subdivision.~ It was noted that the Board has pulled the security bond for failure to complete the subdivision. It was agreed that outstanding issues are street bounds to be installed, as-built plan to be submitted and manholes must be raised.
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Mr. McCarthy stated that some deficiencies in the subdivision were created by residents, i.e., debris in drainage areas, a shed in an easement area.~ Mr. Gibbs noted the property owner has indicated the shed would be removed from the easement area if necessary.
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Mr. McCarthy explained that Mr. Stolte wants to put the owners on notice regarding the easement situation and he wants the debris removed from the drainage and swale area.
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Mr. Gallagher noted the work was not completed to date and asked what guarantee the Board has that it will be done now.~ Mr. Gibbs stated he is now motivated to finish the subdivision and he is working with Mr. McCarthy and Mr. Stolte.~ He stated the work would be completed next week.
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After discussion, Board members agreed Mr. Gibbs can complete the work and he should notify the affected property owners about work being done on their land.~ Mr. Gibbs agreed to work with Roger Stolte and to return to the Board when the work is complete.
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Jennifer Trays, 52 Everett Drive, Grant Waterman, 109 Everett Drive and John Cassetta, 130 Everett Drive, spoke about their concerns that the work be completed.~ The Board explained that the surety funds are returned to the developer only after all work is completed and the road is accepted by Town Meeting.~ Mr. McCarthy agreed to follow up on the matter.~ He noted an article is on the fall Town Meeting for acceptance of the subdivision road.
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9:15 p.m. - Town Planner update:~ Mr. McCarthy distributed copies of new subdivision rules and regulations for Board members to review.~ He also discussed the planned expansion of the Senior Center, noting a grant has been applied for to assist with the cost.
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Minutes of September 9, 2004 were received.~ They were tabled to the next meeting.
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Project review accounts were discussed.~ After discussion it was agreed additional funds would be requested for Forge Knoll subdivision ($1,500), Ryan Drive subdivison ($1,500) and Finch Farm Condos site plan ($2,500). Matter of Lowe's site plan review account was tabled for further research.
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There was no further business and the meeting ended at 9:28 p.m.
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Respectfully submitted,
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Carl Carlson, Clerk
Raynham Planning Board
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