HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-2-18Minutes for February 18 2015 adopted Mar. 4
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
2 Bathing Beach Road
Nantucket, Massachusetts 02554
www.nantucket- ma.gov
Wednesday, February 18, 2015 4:00 P.M.
4 Fairgrounds Road, Training Room
Commissioners: Ernie Steinauer (Chair), Sarah Oktay (Vice - chair), Andrew Bennett,
Michael Glowacki, Bam Lafarge, Ashley Erisman, David LaFleur
Called to order at 4:00 p.m
Staff in attendance:
Jeff Carlson, Natural Resources Coordinator
Attending Members:
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Absent Members:
None
Late Arrivals:
None
Earlier Departure:
None
Agenda adopted by unanimous consent
*Matter has not been heard
I. PUBLIC MEETING
A. Public Comment — None
I1.
A.
PUBLIC HEARING
Notice of Intent
Lily Pond R.T. — 27 N. Liberty Street (41 -158 Lot A) SE48 -2678 Cont 03/18/15
2. Lily Pond R.T. — 29 N. Liberty Street (41 -158 Lot B) SE48 -2677 Cont 03/18/15
3. Lily Pond R.T. — 31 N. Liberty Street (41 -158 Lot C) SE48 -2679 Cont 03/18/15
4. Frazza — 21 Sheep Pond Road (63 -19) SE48 -2748
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Sitting
Recused
Documentation
Representative
Public
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None
Supporting documents and plans.
Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — This is a request for work in an eroding coastal
bank buffer zone; the house was picked up on an emergency permit and is on pylons. The Town is
licensing an area in the road way placing the structure about 90 feet from the bank. A new septic will be
outside the 100 -foot buffer.
None
Discussion (4:04) Oktay — Asked about the existing septic.
Gasbarro — It will be abandoned in place unless the board conditions it to be moved.
Staff Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Lafarge) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote Carried unanimously
5. APG/ DRS Realty Trust — 80 & 84 Wauwinet Road (11-89.2,28) SE48 -2749
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Recused
None
Documentation Supporting documents and plans.
Representative Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — This is the second hearing for sand drift fence
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Reviewed changes made to the plan based upon comments in the first hearing and awaiting comments
from Massachusetts Natural Heritage on the revise plan. Will be removing the nourishment component.
Massachusetts Natural Heritage was concerned about machinery access to the beach for the nourishment.
Sand drift fence posts will be shorter; materials carried to the beach; changed the materials to green oak;
and installation of the posts will be with a 2 -man auger running off an hydraulic generator.
Public
None
Discussion (4:07)
Oktay — Asked if the length of the fence is the same.
Gasbarro — Yes, it is still crossing the two lots. Explained how the beach grass will be planted.
Staff
He will put a positive order together for the next meeting.
Motion
Continued to March 4, 2015.
Vote
N/A
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7. Baxter Rd Property Owners — 85,87,91,93,97,99,101 & 105 Baxter Road (49,48- 35,8,22,21,19,18,17,15) SE48 -2751
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Recused None
Documentation Supporting documents and plans.
Representative Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — The plan has not changed. Briefly reviewed the
project.
Public None
Discussion (4:14) Lafarge — At the low end, there appears to be a gully; it was stated the other two would be filled. Asked if
Staff
this would be filled.
Gasbarro — No, we will match this plan; that gully is outside the scope of work.
Oktay — Asked if any changes to the bank occurred in the last couple of storms that will change the
volume of sand for this.
Gasbarro — Explained that sand is already being delivered for the nourishment for geo -tube project and
that is changing his volume. One day it is a convex bank and the next it is concave. An appropriate
condition of this order would be to report the volumes of sand delivered.
Lafarge — Asked if the reporting on the geo -tube volume would be made a condition to this.
Discussion about when the planting will take place and not be affected by storms; planting to take place in
about March /April timeframe.
This was left open for comments from the public on plans submitted at the table; have received none.
It is hard to condition one project based upon another. Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: LaFleur)
Carried unanimously
Bewkes III — 73 Squam Road (13 -11) SE48 -2754
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Vote
8.
Sitting
Recused
None
Documentation Supporting documents and plans.
Representative Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — This was held open for a file number. He did
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submit a revised plan with one change: placement of a well outside the 25 -foot buffer. Reviewed the
project.
Public
None
Discussion (4:20)
None
Staff
Have everything needed to close.
Motion
Motion to Close. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: LaFleur)
Vote
Carried unanimously
9. James B. Crecca Revocable Tr— 40 Pocomo Road (14 -37) NAN -118
Sitting
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Recused
None
Documentation
Supporting documents and plans.
Representative
David M. Haines, Haines Hydrogeologic Consulting — This is a continuation for additional information.
Submitted a revised plan and letter detailing the work. Owner has cleared down to the 25 foot and little
closer in one location; that is shown on the plan. Also revised it based upon Laurentide comments to
install a culvert at the ditch. In regards to concerns about trucks being able to traversing the driveway,
widened it to 12 feet and 14 feet at the curve; this still maintains the 25 -foot setback. Explained how the
area will be protected from machinery to allow plants to grow back; have requested a waiver to do that
based upon no reasonable alternative. The area is not in an endangered species habitat; that has been
researched. The plan shows test pits to determine the highest level of groundwater.
Public
Brian Swain, attorney for Bob and Suzanne Wright at 29/33 Medouie Creek Road
Emily MacKinnon, Nantucket Land Council
Discussion (4:23)
Oktay — Asked what plants were cut upon which the plates would rest.
Haines — Shrubs; explained how the mats would be laid and that the plants will grow back. The work was
done all be hand and the roots are still viable. They will monitor for two years.
Steinauer — There was a concern expressed about blocking the view.
Haines — There is a swale in which the wetland sits, so it is not visible from the road.
Steinauer — Asked if anyone has checked to see if there is a vernal pool within the wetland.
Swain — Client is concerned about the scale of the project; a truck trying to get a 36X72 foot house with a
12 -foot overhang on each side down that driveway and swinging that corner will risk further encroachment
within the 24 -foot buffer. He would like to see an engineering report that the house movers are capable of
making that turn and stay within the 5 -foot waiver.
Haines — He spoke to a person at Toscanna who would be in charge of the move; he was assured that the
truck and house can make that turn with the present configuration.
MacKinnon — Looking at aerials, she too was wondering about a vernal pool. It has a lot of the
characteristics that define a vernal pool, which would extend protection; even if it isn't a certified vernal
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Staff
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pool, the state requires it to be protected as if it were. Suggested another survey in the spring. The vernal
pool buffer zones are based upon its highest level of water.
Haines — He looked at the property in April last year and it was dry at that time; it is wet this winter. Do
not propose to do any work in the wetland area. They would like to be able to move the house in April.
Reviewed certified vernal pools in the area.
Steinauer — Asked for staff clarification situations such as this.
Haines — Explained that the standing water present this winter is contained within the edges of the
wetlands and reiterated that it was dry last spring.
Oktay — Would like to verify whether or not there is a vernal pool.
Steinauer — If it is a vernal pool, it looks like the house won't fit in there.
Haines — Pointed out that Massachusetts Natural Heritage has identified vernal pools in the area and in
their review of this site did not identify a vernal pool. This is a red -maple swamp.
MacKinnon — If it is a vernal pool, it could be smaller and still meet the setback. Pointed out that
identification could be made before April.
The ditch is about only 20 feet long. The waiver is requested for disturbance to the vegetation for the
road. Can condition it for a maximum disturbance to the buffer zone. Read the definition of a vernal pool
under Section 1.02 of the Town Wetland Protection Regulations; read the definition for a vernal pool and
areas of protection. There is no evidence that it isn't a vernal pool; nor is there evidence that it is. If there
is a vernal pool, that would make this application fall under state regulations.
Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: Lafarge)
Carried unanimously
Nantucket Islands Land Bank & Nantucket Conservation Foundation — Polpis Road (46- 7,8,9 &10) SE48-
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Vote
10.
Sitting
Recused
Documentation
Representative
Public
None
Supporting documents and plans.
Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — Need a file number and final signoff from
Massachusetts Natural Heritage. This is for net benefit maintenance work in conjunction with and for
Nantucket Islands Land Bank (NLIB) & Nantucket Conservation Foundation (NCF). Improvements have
to do with repair to existing culverts on the property. Propose a small elevated walkway of 4X4 posts. It
looks like the property was used in the 1800s for cranberry production and there is a hydraulic berm that
would be removed and restored. There is an old filled culvert that would be replaced with a box culvert to
establish an open, natural stream. Will provide post - construction photos and reporting for a year or two.
Would like to mow the isolated upper field on a periodic basis; considering a temporary bridge to span the
stream and allow access during time of mowing only. The property is gated so vehicles won't be able to
access the area except for their own maintenance vehicles or vehicles to allow persons with disabilities
access. Will be requesting a continuance.
Rachel Freemen, Nantucket Islands Land Bank
Karen Beattie, Nantucket Conservation Foundation — She took pictures of all the wetland crossings and
will provide those to the commissioners.
None
Discussion (4:59) Steinauer — Noted a wetland where a vehicle got stuck.
Gasbarro — That is other NCF property. There is an existing walking trail that would be maintained as a
pedestrian path with parking off Almanac Pond Road.
Oktay — Would like to see the area that will be mowed.
Gasbarro — Included with the plan aerials that would clarify what areas would be mowed to keep it open
for different plants and foraging material. Most work would be in house with few to no contractors.
Steinauer — This property has had issues of tractors being driven into the wetlands.
Gasbarro — There is an order of conditions from 2011 that allowed for the maintenance of historic roads.
This will take it a step farther to keep pathways open.
Oktay — Asked if sheep management would be rotational. There was an issue of leaving the sheep in one
place.
Beattie — Sheep grazing would be outside the 50 -foot buffer and rotational during the growing season.
Using best management practices want to get rid of invasive plant population while the are small.
Freeman — Explained that burning was left off this management plan due to feasibility issues.
Discussion about the proposed management plan.
Staff Suggested a field visit before the next meeting. Sounds like there's interest for more photos.
Motion Continued to March 4 without objection.
Vote N/A
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11. Karen Butler
— 84 Baxter Road (49 -37) SE48 -2756
Sitting
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Recused
None
Documentation
Supporting documents and plans.
Representative
Paul Santos, Nantucket Surveyors — This is the second hearing held for the Department of
Environmental Protection (DEP) number. Renovation and maintenance work on an existing structure
within the 25 -foot setback. The shed component has been removed. Waivers are required based upon no
adverse impact /no reasonable alternative for groundwater separation for the garage foundation and work
in the setback. No change to site grades or expansion of the project. Structure predates 1972.
Public
None
Discussion (5:21) None
Staff Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Oktay) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote Carried unanimously
12. Hulbert Acquisition LLC — 43 Hulbert Avenue (29 -17) SE48 -2755
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Recused None
Documentation Supporting documents and plans.
Representative Brian Madden, Laurentide Environmental Consultants, Inc. — Was waiting for a file number. Eliminated
the 21square -foot increase on the bulkhead to match the existing conditions. Contend there will be no
adverse impact on the resource areas. The structure is built in compliance with the flood plain regulations.
Public None
Discussion (5:24) None
Staff
This is also within land subject to coastal storm flowage. Got a call from an abutter concerned about the
increased area within the buffer zone; the reduction removes that but believes she would still be upset
about the project. Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: LaFleur)
Carried 5- 0 /Glowacki abstain
The Ceylon Elves, LLC — 286 Polpis Road (25 -33) SE48 -2761
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Vote
13.
Sitting
Recused
None
Documentation Supporting documents and plans.
Representative Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — Request to upgrade the septic system and make
property improvements. Feels they further protect the interests of this commission. Reviewed the
proposed work and how it benefits the resource areas. Have not received signoff from Massachusetts
Natural Heritage so will have to continue. Laurentide has looked at the property and reviewed the types
and sizes of culverts that would be necessary.
Public None
Discussion (5:28) Bennett — Asked about the box culvert.
Gasbarro — It would help make a streambed through there; the area would then be reseeded and allowed
to grow wild.
Oktay — Asked how much lawn exists.
Gasbarro — Reviewed an aerial showing the lawn and space which allows cutting of brush without
intruding on the buffer areas.
Staff None
Motion Continued to March 4 without objection.
Vote N/A
14. Old North Wharf Co- Operative, Inc — 12 -24 Old North Wharf (42.3.1- 251,256) SE48 -2757 Cont 03/18/15
15. Bennett — 22 Lily Street (42.4.3 -91) SE48 -2760
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Recused None
Documentation Supporting documents and plans.
Representative Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — This involves an addition to an existing house
extending within 4 -feet into the buffer to a bordering vegetated wetland. He has asked for a waiver based
upon no adverse impact /no reasonable alternative.
Public None
Discussion (538) Discussion about the height of the porch to be built on posts and overlooks the Lily Pond.
Glowacki — Asked for a rundown of interest areas.
Oktay — Does not see an adverse impact; but there are alternatives.
Staff Reviewed the areas of interest. Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Glowacki) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote Carried unanimously
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16. Nicholls — 37 Tennessee Avenue (59.4 -245) SE48 -2758
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Recused None
Documentation Supporting documents and plans.
Representative Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — For the upgrade of a septic system that failed
technically due to inadequate separation from groundwater. Work occurs on the opposite side of the
paved road. Asking for a waiver to allow it to be within 100 feet of the wetland. There is no alternative
location. He made a revision to comply with the FENL-1 flood levels keeping the tanks out of land subject
to coastal storm flowage. This is a year -round home.
Public None
Discussion (5:45) None
Staff Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: LaFleur) (seconded by: Lafarge)
Vote Carried unanimously
17. McCarthy Nantucket House, LLC —12 Coffin Street (42.3.2 -77) SE48 -2759
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Recused None
Documentation Supporting documents and plans.
Representative Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — Residential redevelopment within land subject to
coastal storm flowage and two off -site vegetative wetlands. Reviewed the proposed work. There is work
that will take place within the 50 -foot buffer zone. This is a very urban area of Town so there is little
wildlife. No fill is proposed and there will be no excavation for foundation. Using best management
practices will remove any invasive species on the property.
Public None
Discussion (5:51) Erisman — Stated that when the water is high, this lot is very swampy. Asked if the residents will walk
through puddles to get to and from the steps.
Gasbarro — Believes this will be for seasonal use.
Staff A lot of soil work has been done on this lot and gets very wet; this is definitely a flood -zone area. Have
everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: Lafarge)
Vote Carried unanimously
18. Daisy Field Trust /Sichko Trustee — 78 Madaket Rd Lot 4 (41- 462.6) SE48 Cont 03/04/15
III. PUBLIC MEETING
A. Amended Orders of Conditions
1. Zarella —129 Wauwinet Road (12 -4) SE48 -2700
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Recused None
Documentation Supporting documents and plans.
Representative Paul Santos, Nantucket Surveyors — This is for placement of a shed and exterior air - handling units for
the structure. Waivers were granted under provisions for a net benefit. Reviewed the original NOI.
Resource areas are: a coastal dune, land subject to coastal storm flowage, and mapped barrier beach. The
handlers will go into previously disturbed areas. There is no well on site. Have submitted a separate waiver
request for the shed under the amendment. No existing groundwater issues will be affected. There will be
no changes to landscape that will affect movement of wildlife. This Waiver is specific to the shed request
under the premise that the project will not be able to proceed without compliance to the regulations.
Public None
Discussion (6:03) Oktay — Asked if the sand from the dune would in -fill the area of the shed.
Santos — The back of the dune is vegetated; there is very little wind -blown sand.
Discussion about the work approved in the previous order of conditions.
Staff Reviewed the waiver for the amended order. There is a pre - existing concrete wall so that there is no
influence from the barrier dune. The net benefit last time was replacing the failed system. There was also
significant changes to the building.
Motion Motion to Close and Issue as drafted. (made by: Glowacki) (seconded by: Lafarge)
Vote Carried unanimously
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B. Minor Modifications
2. Neilsen — 21 Wanoma Way (92.4 -304) Se48 -2684
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Recused None
Documentation Supporting documents and plans.
Representative David M. Haines, Haines Hydrogeologic Consulting — Reviewed the originally proposed limit of work
and the proposed changes.
Public None
Discussion (6:12) None
Staff This is a minor modification because a deck was permitted along the back; the shape is changing.
Recommend this be issued as a minor modification.
Motion Motion to Issue as a minor modification. (made by: Glowacki) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote Carried unanimously
B. Certificates of Compliance (6:15)
Mr. Glowacki made a motion to approve Items B.1 -4 as a block based upon Staffs recommendation to issue.
Motion did not receive a second.
1. Benedict — 10D Crow's Nest Way (12 -44.3) SE48 -2605
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff For installation of a tight tank to serve the condo. It is in compliance recomm issue
Discussion None
Motion Motion to Issue. (made by: Oktay) (seconded by: LaFleur)
Vote Carried 6- 0 /Glowacki abstain
2. Benedict — 1 OE Crow's Nest Way (12 -44.2) SE48 -2615
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff Work on back deck is done in compliance
Discussion None
Motion Motion to Issue. (made by: Oktay) (seconded by: Erisman)
Vote Carried 6- 1 /Glowacki opposed
3. Hass — 3 & 8 Jackson Street (73.1.3 -61) SE48 -1878
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff This is to close out the original order for a septi -tech system; that order was not acted upon. A second
application was submitted for an I/A system and an order was issued.
Discussion None
Motion Motion to Issue that the work was not done. (made by: Oktay) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote Carried 6- 1 /Glowacki opposed
4. Kaufman —174 Cliff Road (41 -63) SE48 -1007
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff The deck was built in compliance
Discussion None
1\10tion Motion to Issue. (made by: Oktay) (seconded by: Erisman)
Vote Carried 6- 1 /Glowacki opposed
C. Orders of Condition (6:19)
1. Frazza — 21 Sheep Pond Road (63 -19) SE48 -2748
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff Reviewed Condition 20 which requires remove existing standing foundation and septic components.
Condition 21 is for reporting. For removal of the stuff and moving the house, included a waiver
Discussion None
Motion Motion to Issue as drafted. (made by: Glowacki) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote Carried unanimously
2. Merson - 71 Baxter Road (49 -26.1) SE48 -2748
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff Reports for photos at the beginning and end of growing season. If inoculation or fertilizer is to be used he
must come to staff. Condition 21 will address cleaning up planting material from the beach.
Discussion Steinauer — Asked about a condition addressing clean up the beach should anything that ends up there.
Motion Motion to Issue as amended. (made by: Glowacki) (seconded by: LaFleur)
Vote Carried unanimously
3. Goldberg — 156 & 158 Orange Street (55- 61,61.1) SE48 -2739
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff He memorialized in the order that work on the dock is to be done by hand. Condition 21 states that all
disturbed areas within the saltmarsh is to be replanted with species approved by commission staff.
Discussion None
Motion Motion to Issue. (made by: Glowacki) (seconded by: Oktay)
Vote Carried unanimously
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4. Baxter Rd Property Owners — 85,87,91,93,97,99,101 & 105 Baxter Road (49,48- 35,8,22,21,19,18,17,15) SE48 -2751
Sitting
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff
None
Discussion
Oktay — Suggested adding the same Condition 21 as was added to the order for Merson.
Motion
Motion to Issue as amended. made by: Lafarge) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote
Carried 5 -2 /Erisman & Oktay opposed
5. Bewkes III
— 73 Squam Road (13 -11) SE48 -2754
Sitting
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff
Asked for a waiver. Straightforward
Discussion
None
Motion
Motion to Issue as drafted. (made by: Oktay) (seconded by: LaFleur)
Vote
Carried unanimously
6. James B. Crecca Revocable Tr — 40 Pocomo Road (14 -37) NAN- 118
Sitting
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff
During the hearing, he added Condition 22 about determining the extent of any vernal pool habitat and
that a report and plan is to be supplied to the commission for review.
Discussion
None
Motion
Motion to Issue as amended. (made by: Glowacki) (seconded by: LaFleur)
Vote
Carried unanimously
7. Karen Butler — 84 Baxter Road (49 -37) SE48 -2756
Sitting
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff
Waiver includes the groundwater portion; left that out.
Discussion
None
Motion
Motion to Issue as amended. (made by: Oktay) (seconded by: LaFleur)
Vote
Carried unanimously
8. Hulbert Acquisition
LLC — 43 Hulbert Avenue (29 -17) SE48 -2755
Sitting
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff
Only condition is to store materials outside 50 -foot setback
Discussion
None
Motion
Motion to Issue as drafted. (made by: Oktay) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote
Carried unanimously
9. Nicholls —
37 Tennessee Avenue (59.4 -245) SE48 -2758
Sitting
Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Staff
Straightforward.
Discussion
None
Motion
Motion to Issue as drafted. (made by: Oktay) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote
Carried unanimously
10. Discussion about other Notices of Intent hearings: Ceylon Elves, 12 Coffin Street, 22 Lily Street
A. Extension Request
1. Variable Winds NT— 31 Hinckley Lane (30 -22.2) SE48 -2016
Sitting Steinauer, Oktay, Bennett, Glowacki, Lafarge, Erisman, LaFleur
Representative Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — The most recent storms caused damage to work
that had been thus far and set back progress. Asked for a 3 -year extension
Staff This was not the site with machinery issues
Discussion (6:34) Oktay — Asked if this is where they were driving on the beach.
Motion Motion to Grant the extension. (made by: Glowacki) (seconded by: LaFleur)
Vote Carried unanimously
B. Other Business
1. Approval of Minutes: February 4, 2015 — Approved without objection. Glowacki abstaining.
2. Reports:
a. CPC, Lafarge — meeting cancelled
b. NP &EDC, Bennett — meeting cancelled
c. Mosquito Control Committee, Oktay — meeting cancelled
3. Commissioners Comment
a. Steinauer — The Invasive plant species committee met and discussed the Pond Coalition. The Coalition
wants to change the pond to Miacomet Pond; that was never discussed. Staff — The Pond coalition has
filed for two files for aquatic vegetation on Xhacomet Pond and phragmites control on Long Pond. Those
will be on the next agenda.
b. Oktay — There has been overzealous use of equipment on the beach for replenishment; the beach has been
torn up with tractor treads by many trips from the toe of the bluff to the high -water mark. This is on the
North Shore. She asked that pictures be sent to ConCom staff. Staff — He has not yet receive those
pictures. Explained an alternate way to post pictures to the Natural Resources Facebook® page.
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C. Oktay — Appreciated the timely submission of the condition reports from Mr. Gasbarro on the projects
along Eel Point Road. Staff — It looks like not all boards were removed from the toe of the structure at 87
Eel Point Road. Arthur D. Gasbarro, Blackwell and Associates Inc. — That was an issue with the wall that
was illegally built. He doesn't know how to get that out with total destabilization of the bank. Staff — If it
isn't fixed, an enforcement order can be issued.
4. Administrator/ Staff Reports
a. Addressed Mr. Cohen's question in regards to scheduling the settlement in regards to the 'Sconset Beach
Preservation Foundation: Sent to Town Counsel a draft summary of a discussion with the Selectman
subcommittee. It is his intent to get everyone in a room together and will have that scheduled by the end
of February. Oktay — Asked if the board might get a storm report even though there isn't an Notice of
Intent. Staff — They are to report on initiation of repairs. Jamie Feeley is diligently keeping track of that.
The superseded order is not active. The only active permit is the emergency certification.
b. There is a new Conservation Commission webpage specific to applications with down - loadable forms.
c. A recertification program for commercial fertilizer applicators is scheduled for March 17 at the
Dreamland. It will be an all-day event focusing on the best management practices.
d. This Saturday, February 21, the Fire Department is hosting and event to highlight the Natural Resources
Shell Recycling Program. It will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Motion to Adjourn: 6:51 p.m.
Submitted by:
Terry L. Norton
PaaP R nFR