Conservation Commission Meeting April 6, 2006
No Quorum
Peg Arguimbau Chairman, Hank Langstroth and Janet Dunlap were the members present.
7:45 p.m. RDA Public Hearing filed by Matthew MacDonald for the proposed construction of a new single family home and associated site work, following the demolition of the existing residence at 233 Edge Hill Road:
Present: Applicant, Matthew MacDonald. Paul J. Mirabito, Engineer from Ross Engineering Co., Inc. Laura Nelson, Abutter to the proposed project, 236 Edge Hill Road. (See attached attendance list) Paul Mirabito submitted a proposed plan entitled, "Plan to Accompany RDA at 233 Edge Hill Road in Sharon, MA" dated 3/15/06 and the green abutter cards to the Commission. Paul Mirabito explained to the Commission that the proposed project involves the razing and reconstruction of the existing single family dwelling. The Applicant proposes to live inside the existing house during the construction phase of the new house. The size of the entire lot is approximately 60,057 sq.ft. The portion of the lot that lies within the Riverfront area is 16,500 sq.ft. A small portion of the new dwelling is proposed inside the 200' Buffer Line of the Riverfront area. The installation of haybales/siltfence is proposed for erosion control during construction of the proposed project.
No work is proposed inside the 100' Buffer Zone to a BVW of Puffer Brook that is located off site. The Applicant proposes some minor re-grade work in the existing lawn area for this project. Paul Mirabito explained the following excavation work for the proposed project: The removal of the existing shed on the property. The removal of one tree located in the back portion of the property. Excavation of the existing asphalt driveway. Excavation of the existing stone retaining wall. Excavation of the existing septic system located in the paved area in front of the house. (A new septic system with a 1,500-gallon tank capacity is proposed in the lawn area. The existing contour line for the septic system will not change for the proposed project). Abutter, Laura Nelson expressed her concerns relating to the existing flooding issues that occur inher neighborhood due to storm water runoff from the brook adjacent to the proposed project site. She explained to the Commission that the
occasional storm water runoff from the brook flows onto Kimball's land and eventually causes flooding to her property. She is concerned that the impact from the proposed project might change the level of the groundwater table causing additional flooding problems to her property and adjacent properties. Paul Mirabito explained that the water flow from the brook travels uphill and the elevation of the proposed new house is approximately 3' lower than the brook. The lawn surface area would be increased from the proposed project due to the excavation of the existing septic system, thus helping to mitigate any potential storm water runoff. The installation of shallow drainage swales are proposed along both sides of the new dwelling to mitigate potential storm water runoff. Hank recommended the installation of dry wells for the proposed project for controlling potential storm water runoff from the roof areas of the proposed buildings. The Commission requested the following: A copy of the letter that the Applicant addressed to Joe Kent explaining the construction sequence for the proposed project. The installation of dry wells/infiltration system for the proposed roof drain leaders for the house and garage is required and shown on a new plan. The members of the Commission agreed to issue a Negative Determination to
the Applicant upon receipt of a revised plan.
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8:00 p.m. N.O.I. Public Hearing filed by Jolin Construction for the proposed construction of a new single family house and associated utilities and site work on Lot 13 Aspen Road Extension, 11 Cattail Lane:
Mark Iverson, Representative from Jolin Construction appeared before the Commission and submitted a proposed plan entitled, "Proposed Sewage Disposal System, Lot 13 Cattail Road, Sharon, MA" datedFebruary 22, 2006. He explained to the Commission that a portion of the proposed project encroaches on the 100' Buffer Line of a BVW. The BVW line was staked by Miller Engineering. The Commission agreed to allow grading for equipment access and site investigation for Lot 12 under this filing. Peg requested that the limit of work be revised on the submitted plan to keep it outside of the 100' Buffer Line on Lot 13. The Commission requested that the revised plan include a profile of the proposed fill intended for decreasing the size of the slope in the back section of the property on Lot 12. The Commission agreed to continue the hearing until April 27, 2006 at 8:00 p.m.
8:15 p.m. Eagle Scout Project Presentation – Sacred Heart Pond:
Christopher Goscinak from Boy Scout Troop 95 appeared before the Commission and presented photographs of the proposed project site. He explained to the Commission that the proposed work is a combination of two Eagle Scout Projects that would be completed with other Boy Scout Members within the Community. Chris previously contacted Dave Clifton and he agreed with the proposed work for the project. Dave requested that Chris make a
pathway by clearing away brush on the left side of the skating pond to improve access to the existing light pole for routine maintenance. Christopher Goscinak’s proposed Eagle Scout Project: April 8 - April 16 Chris explained to the Commission that he proposes to clean-up and refurbish the skating pond at the Sacred Heart site by clearing away brush and plant overgrowth adjacent to the pond. The brush is proposed to be hauled away from the site. The installation of six wooden benches are proposed in close proximity to each other around the perimeter of the pond. Peg requested that Chris leave an undisturbed area by the far left side of the pond, which is closest to the woods. Hank requested that Chris submit a plan to the Commission outlining the entire proposed project. Mike Fox’s proposed Eagle Scout Project: April 16 - April 22 Chris explained to the Commission that Mike proposes to construct a warming shed on the plateau of the skating pond located approximately 100’ from the edge of the pond. Peg requested that Chris and Mike appear before the Commission on April 27, 2006 at 8:30 p.m. with photos of the completed project to review the impact to the entire resource area from the project.
8:30 p.m. Selectman David Grasfield appeared before the Commission to discuss Town Meeting Warrant Articles:
Selectman Grasfield explained to the Commission that the Board of Selectmen recused themselves from Article 18 due to possible future conflicts of interest. Selectman Grasfield presented the Commission with a copy of the proposed Article 19 drafted by Kurt Buermann. Selectman Grasfield suggested that the Commission notify Kurt if they support Article 19 as being conservation relevant. The Commission expressed its support for the
Town to develop a funding plan for acquiring the middle lot of King Philip's Estates and to investigate the possibility of placing conservation restrictions on the rear portions of Lot numbers 1 & 3. Selectman Grasfield and the Commission discussed strategy options for the Town related to the funding of Article 19.
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9:00 p.m. Old/New Business:
The Commission amended and approved Hank’s letter addressed to Eric Hooper, Superintendent of Public Works regarding the well exploration project.
9:10 p.m. Signatures:
The Commission signed Order of Conditions for Weiner, 24 Laurel Road, DEP File Number SE-280-0474. Certificate of Compliance for DEP File # SE-280-460, 153 Wolomolopoag St./ Lot 1 Chippewa Road Conservation Restriction for Keevin Geller, 156 North Main Street, approximately 290,740 square feet. Negative Determination for Matthew MacDonald, 233 Edge Hill Road.
9:15 p.m. The meeting ended.
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