The Raynham Planning Board held a meeting on Thursday, February 24, 2005, at Raynham Town Hall. The meeting opened at 6:30 p.m. with Board members Daniel Andrade, Burke Fountain, Carl Carlson, John Canto and Chris Gallagher present. Also present were Town Planner Richard McCarthy and John Schmid of Judith Nitsch Engineering Inc. (JNEI).
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6:30 p.m. - Public Hearing for Cravenho Form A. Mr. Andrade informed all that he is related to the Cravenho family and abstained from the discussion and vote. Representing Mr. Cravenho was Paul Patenaude. Mr. Patenaude informed that there were many restraints including wetland areas. Mr. Patenaude informed that the owner would like to divide the lot to build an additional home. The Board questioned the location of the existing pool on the property and if the lot receives Town water and sewer. Mr. Patenaude informed that he could not find any requirements for the pool and the lot does receive Town water and sewer. Board members asked if the plans have been submitted to the Conservation Commission. Mr. Patenaude informed that as of this date, the plans have not been submitted. A motion was then made to approve the plan
entitled Form A dated February 4, 2005; motion was seconded; the vote made it unanimous. The vote was four in favor and one abstention.
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6:45 p.m. - Public Hearing - Brook Street Form A. Board members reviewed the plan, which is for four lots. Mr. Fountain disclosed that in the past he was appointed by Probate Court to sell the property but he did not have any financial interest then and/or now. A motion was then made to approve Form A, Rolling Brook Estates, as submitted by Yarworth Engineering & LandSurveying, Norton, MA dated October 25, 2004, as a plan not requiring approval under the subdivision control law; motion was seconded; the vote was unanimous.
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6:51 p.m. - Public Hearing regarding proposed zoning change - Craig Randall. Mr. Randall was present and requested the Board's support in changing the area he resides in from Farm & Forest to Residential A. Mr. Randall informed the Board that his property is approximately 4.478 acres with a frontage of over 500 feet. The Board recommended that Mr. Randall present to the Town a citizen petition to be presented at Town Meeting. Mr. Fountain informed Mr. Randall that he should also include the benefits that the Town would receive if approval were granted for the requested zoning change.
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7:00 p.m. - Public Hearing for 37 No. Main Street, Form A. Board members reviewed the plans and informed that they are marked Residential B not should be marked Residential A, flood lines and wetland markings are incorrect, plans are not dated and notations are not provided. Board members requested the plans be withdrawn and presented at a future date with adequate requirements. The plans were withdrawn without prejudice.
7:02 p.m. - Public Hearing - Byron's Way. Dan Smith, P.E., Hayward-Boynton & Williams, presented the subdivision plan. Mr. Smith stated that since the last meeting, he has met with Mr. Stolte and that all engineering issues have been addressed.~ Mr. Andrade stated that at the last meeting Mr. Gallagher discussed standing ground water on the property. Mr. Smith said that in the fall, soil tests were performed and the water table is within the requirements. Discussion was made regarding water runoff. Mr. Smith stated there are two proposed retention ponds.
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Michael Scarlott of 397 Robinson Street was present and stated his concerns with water runoff collecting along driveways. Mr. Scarlott was concerned that the water from Byron's Way would increase the water runoff in the street, making it a greater safety concern. Mr. Andrade informed that Mr. Schmid and Mr. Stolte have reviewed and approved the drainage runoff plans.
Mr. Byron was present and informed that the recently completed work in the street was done by the Sewer Department. Mr. Andrade stated that at the last meeting, discussion was made regarding the requested one-foot detention basin waiver and informed Mr. Smith that the Board at that time was adamant regarding the two- (2) foot requirement. Mr. Smith informed the Board that the design is similar to the one Mr. Stolte is also using throughout Town. Discussion was made regarding the perk/sieve test of the property. Mr. Canto asked if the Board of Health has approved the plans.
Mr. Smith informed that the Board of Health has not reviewed the plans. Discussion was made regarding the Board of Health approval or rejection of plans within 45 days.
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Mr. Gallagher stated that the plans were submitted over forty-five days ago; therefore, the statue allows the plans to be approved by the Planning Board without the Board of Health approval. A motion was made to approve the proposed plans for Byron's Way including waivers as follows: Sections 3.32-Title Block Requirement; 5-.3.14-Perk Test of Detention Basin; 5.3.17 Drainage Profile; 5.3.18 Locus Plan Scale; 5.5 Environment Impact; 7.32b Street Pavement Width; 8.7 Sidewalk; motion was seconded; the vote made it unanimous. A motion was made to approve the waiver from Section 8.37 Water Detention Basin, motion was seconded; the vote was unanimous. Vote was 3 for and 2 against. A motion was made to approve the waiver from Section 8.4.7 Drainage Detention Basis, motion was seconded; the vote made it unanimous. The vote was four
for and one against. A motion was made to approve the waiver from Section 8.7 Sidewalk, motion was seconded; the vote made it unanimous. A motion was made to approve the plan for Byron's Way as stated in Certificate of Action, revised date February 23, 2005, motion was seconded; the vote made it unanimous.
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Mr. Andrade informed that correspondence was received from Amerada Hess requesting site plan modifications. A motion was made to approve the modifications for a drywell as presented by Hess; motion was seconded; the vote was four in favor and Mr. Fountain abstained from the vote.
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Discussion was made regarding Foxwood Lane definitive subdivision plan. Board members concurred to table discussions until the next Planning Board meeting on March 10, 2005.
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7:45 p.m. - Public Hearing - Wal Mart Site Plan. Mr. Fountain read notification of Public Hearing. A motion was made to recess for 15 minutes to relocate the Public Hearing to the Raynham Senior Center, 2215 King Philip Street; motion was seconded; the vote made it unanimous.~
7:57 p.m. - Public Hearing - Wal Mart. Mr. Andrade reconvened the Public Hearing at the Raynham Senior Center, 2215 King Philip Street.
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Senator Marc Pacheco was present and expressed his concerns with the proposal coming before the Board this evening.
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Attorney Robert Tuchmann of Wilmer, Cutler, Pickering, Hale and Dorr, was present and introduced the team working with Wal Mart. Matt Smith, representing Bohler Engineering, was present and informed all that the building will be built in two phases, first a regular size store and in the future an addition to the building to convert the store into a Super Wal Mart.
Mr. Smith presented diagrams illustrating the layout of the building. He informed all that there would be a total of approximately 360 employees with an average of 175 on the schedule at any given peak-time. Mr. Smith reviewed the drainage on the site and informed of two underground filtrations systems. Mr. Smith informed that the number of parking spaces will be 1001 and the width of each would be 9 ½ feet. The Board was presented a GeoInsight letter. Mr. Smith informed that a tank is proposed for the fire system, utilities will be Town water and a tie-in to the sewer from Taunton, along with gas and electric tie-in from the street. Mr. Smith explained to all the lighting to be installed in the parking lot, including the height of poles and extension of arms.
Gary McNaughton of McMahon Associates was present and explained the process of collecting the traffic data for the area and the site itself. Mr. McNaughton informed all of the proposed traffic signals to be installed along Rt. 138 along with the widening of lanes near the proposed site. Attorney Tuchmann informed that there would be no land taking and a waiver is proposed for no sidewalks in the cul-de-sac. Mr. Smith read the waiver 5.3.23 as proposed. Mr. Gallagher stated that parking spaces 9 feet wide via 9 ½ feet would yield an additional 50 spaces. Mr. Gallagher expressed that the proposal is a big impact on the Town and the mitigation is not adequate. Mr. Carlson stated that he would like to see the proposed project for Rte. 495/Center Street completed by Mass. Highway prior to any construction
of this project. Mr. Carlson expressed his concerns with the tie-in of the sewer system to Taunton. Mr. Fountain asked for an explanation of the proposed area to be widened on Rte. 138. Mr. Smith informed that there would be four lanes from King Philip Street to the Taunton line, for a total width of 60 feet. Mr. Smith informed that Rte. 138 is currently 42 - 44 feet wide. Mr. Canto expressed his concerns regarding sewer tie-in because the sewer extension is still an issue with the City of Taunton. Mr. Canto stated that the number of parking spaces probably should be 1400 to allow for employee parking. Mr. Canto also stated that snow should be removed off site to allow the full use of the parking lot. Mr. Canto informed that the extension of arms on the light posts at Market Basket, which is adjacent to the proposed site, are 6 feet. Mr. Canto recommended no occupancy permit be issued until all work proposed for the Rte. 495/Center
Street project is complete. John Schmid expressed his concerns regarding the number of spaces in the parking lot along with wetland issues.
Mr. McKinnon, Raynham Selectman, was present and informed that with the impact to the City of Taunton, the proposed business should satisfy Taunton 100%. Mr. McKinnon stated that he could not support this project. Mr. McKinnon stated that there would be issues with parking in the summer due to storage of shrubs for the garden center and in the winter with the snow piles. Mr. McKinnon stated that the widening of Rte. 138 all the way to Rte. 495 would definitely involve land taking. Dick Schiavo, Raynham Sewer Commissioner, was present and stated that Raynham must support the remaining residents in Raynham prior to Wal Mart. Steve Dior was present and expressed concerns with the well site.
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Attorney Tuchmann informed that it has not been completed. Mr. Andrade asked if the right side of the building was wide enough for a fire department ladder truck to have access to the building. Attorney Tuchmann informed that he was not sure if it could. Mr. Andrade expressed his concerns with the proposal especially with the parking lot, light pole heights and arm extensions. Mr. Canto questioned the maintenance of the proposed filtration system and the traffic light at the entrance of the proposed Wal Mart along with the utilization of the existing light at the entrance of Market Basket. Mr. Smith informed that it would not coordinate.
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Mr. Andrade asked if the traffic study completed for 2008 took into consideration the addition to the site. Resident Carl Rico of Center Street was present and suggested building a multi-level garage and questioned the need of a second Wal Mart in Raynham. Kevin Dandrade, representing Market Basket, was present and discussed the issues they have with the installation of a second light in a short distance from Market Basket entrance. Resident Michael Scarlott was present and expressed his concerns for traffic. Resident Laurie Cormier was present and questioned the percentages of individuals traveling in a given direction to access the proposed Wal Mart. Resident Mr. Francis was present and stated that he would like all the proposed traffic signals installed and working prior to occupancy permit granted and
expressed his concerns of the safety issue all along Rte. 138. City of Taunton-Barry Amaral was present and asked the Wal Mart representatives to commit to scheduling a meeting with the City of Taunton. ~
Attorney Tuchmann agreed to schedule a meeting with the City of Taunton. Mr. Amaral extended a warm welcome to all to attend the meeting in Taunton. City of Taunton Mayoral Assistant and Raynham resident Gil Gerard was present and informed of his concerns with safety on Rte. 138 and Jackson Street. City of Taunton Official David Fenton was present and informed that the Town of Pembroke rejected a proposed Wal Mart. Resident William Cote was present and stated that Rte. 138 would be demolished if it was widened.
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A motion was made to continue the Public Hearing with Wal Mart to the next Planning Board meeting on March 10, 2005, at 7:30 p.m. at the Raynham Senior Center, motion was seconded; the vote made it unanimous. ~
There was no further business and the meeting adjourned at 10:38 p.m.
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Respectfully submitted,
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Dawn M. Caradonna
Recording Secretary
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