8:00 p.m. Abbreviated Notice of Intent
Paul Shaffer appeared before the Commission and presented the green abutter cards and a plot plan for the proposed project. The Zoning Board has approved the proposed Plan.
Traditionally the house is a split-level style. Paul proposes to add a family room to the back of the house and extend the master bedroom approximately 8'. The proposed family room would be located where the existing deck is and the deck would be relocated behind the master bedroom.
All of the proposed construction will be done in the existing lawn area and will not affect the BVW.
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Hank inquired about the proposed tree planting outlined on the plan.
Paul explained to the Commission that he proposes to replace many of the dead trees that were previously removed from his property.
Peg concluded that the Order of Conditions would state the following:
The re-planting of trees would be included as part of the proposed project.
Greg will inspect the Haybales before the start of the work.
Peg called for a motion to close the Hearing pending receipt of the DEP Number.
Mike moved. Hank seconded. Voted. Unanimous.
8:20 p.m. Signatures:
The Commission signed bills, and Order of Conditions for A.G. M., Gridley Pond Estates, 158 Wolomolopoag Street. DEP File # SE-280-436.
8:25 p.m. Rattlesnake Hill Update:
Peg informed the Commission the State is requesting that the Commission make an effort to spearhead the development of a partnership conglomerate for raising funds for the purchase of Rattlesnake Hill.
John Haederle, Vice President of Hiller Associates, is meeting with the Commission to submit a proposal for developing a plan to help raise funds for the Rattlesnake Hill purchase.
The Commission has mailed a letter to Audubon requesting that they retain in their account, on behalf of the Town, the funds received for the purchase of Rattlesnake Hill. There is not enough time for the SCC to establish another 501(c)3 entity to accept these funds.
8:30 p.m. Meeting with John Haederle:
John Haederle explained to the Commission that Hiller Associates, Inc., has an extensive and highly successful track record in helping clients achieve their land acquisition and land protection goals.
John told the Commission that the State does not want to be the only funding partner for the acquisition of Rattlesnake Hill. The State would likely participate if this purchase were part of a public/private partnership.
John discussed with the Commission his proposal for a feasibility study to determine expected levels of campaign support to fund the purchase. He explained some of the strategies for mobilizing support from the private sector and said that this would primarily be a volunteer-based campaign. The result of the feasibility study will yield a clear view on what the city and local economic climate will bear.
Peg called for a motion to pay $7,500 to initiate the feasibility study for a capital campaign support to fund the purchase of Rattlesnake Hill with the goal of raising the remainder of the money for the other half of the total payment.
Mike moved. Stephan seconded. Voted. Unanimous.
At this point, Mike stepped out of the meeting.
9:00 p.m. Other Issues:
Peg asked the Commission to consider discussing updates for the Open Space Plan at the next meeting.
Peg informed the Commission that The Planning Board is considering re-zoning the following areas to commercial/ industrial: Cobbs Corner, Bay Road (the side that has the Tavern on it), to North Main Street up to the apartments. South Main Street across from Shaw's down through the cranberry bogs, up through Old Post Road to South Walpole Street.
Well testing was recently performed within the roadway layout of Old Post Road.
9:25 p.m. Mike Cook returned to the meeting.
Mike Cook submitted his letter of resignation from the SCC effective Sept. 2003.
Peg thanked Mike for his time served on the Commission. Peg and all the Members of the Commission wished him the best of luck for the future.
9:30 p.m. Adjournment:
Peg called for a motion to adjourn. Hank moved. Janet seconded. Voted. Unanimous