Conservation Commission
Meeting
December 17, 2009
Peg Arguimbau Chairman, Hank Langstroth, Stephen Cremer, Keevin Geller, and Christine Turnbull were the members present.
7:45 p.m., General Updates:
- Lot 106 Eisenhower Drive
The Conservation Administrator stated that he recently met at Lot 106 Eisenhower Drive with Richard Keller from DEP; Steve Ivas, Consultant for the Applicant; Matt Watsky, Attorney for the Applicant; and the Applicant, Thomas Altieri. The Conservation Administrator explained to the Commission that during the meeting, Richard Keller commented that replication work would be required of the Applicant. Richard Keller also indicated that the Commission wanted the delineated wetland line approved in 2003 to stand.
- 130 Norwood Street, Lot 4
The Commission discussed Extension Permit request for DEP File # SE-280-0469.
- Middle School Project
The Conservation Administrator notified the Commission that Kaestle Boos Associates is requesting to meet with the Commission on January 7, 2010 to discuss preliminary plans for the proposed Middle School project.
Peg explained to the Commission that Kaestle Boos Associates are proposing to have the effluent from the Middle School flow to the sewage treatment at the High School in place of installing a septic system.
- Vacant Lot on Rte. 1, opposite the Lexus Dealership
The Conservation Administrator explained to the Commission that Rick Merrikin from Merrikin Engineering is requesting to meet with the Commission on January 7, 2010 to discuss development options concerning a vacant lot on Rte. 1, opposite the Lexus Dealership.
- 235 Billings Street, Lot 2
The Commission discussed requesting the Applicant to place trap rock on the driveway apron of Lot 2, 235 Billings Street to prevent any potential stormwater overflowing onto the roadway.
-Open Space Plan
Peg informed the Commission of a letter she received from the State notifying the Commission that any updates for the new Open Space Plan need to be submitted by February 28, 2010 in order to be considered for a two-year extension. Peg explained to the Commission that she has been working with April Forsman and Jeff Tatro to incorporate photos, maps, and other information into the Open Space Plan. Peg expressed her appreciation of the efforts put forth by April and Jeff.
Peg reviewed with the Commission, some of the following outstanding Open Space Plan goals:
- To obtain the scheduling methods of the DPW’s Catch Basin maintenance program
- To obtain a status report from the manager leasing the Cranberry Bogs
- To obtain a report from the Town’s Recycling Committee
8:00 p.m., Signatures:
The Commission signed bills. Certificates of Compliance for 235 Billings Street, Lot #s 1 & 3.
8: 10 p.m., Approve Past Meeting Minutes:
Peg called for a motion to approve the November 19, 2009 Meeting Minutes as presented.
Stephen Cremer moved. Keevin Geller seconded. Voted. 4-0-1.
8:15 p.m., Adjournment:
Peg called for a motion to adjourn.
Hank Langstroth moved. Keevin Geller seconded. Voted. Unanimous.
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