HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-3-23Minutes for March 23, 201
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
PUBLIC MEETING
2 Bathing Beach Road
Nantucket, Massachusetts 02554
www.nantucket- ma.gov
Wednesday, March 23, 2016 4:00 P.M.
4 Fairgrounds Road, Training Room
Commissioners: Ernie Steinauer (Chair), Andrew Bennett (Vice Chair), Ashley Erisman, David LaFleur,
Ben Champoux, Ian Golding, Joe Topham
Called to order at 4:00 p.m.
Staff in attendance: Jeff Carlson, Natural Resources Coordinator
Attending Members: Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Absent Members: LaFleur
Late Arrivals: Joe Topham 4:04 p.m.
Earlier Departures
Agenda adopted by unanimous consent
*Matter has not been heard
PUBLIC MEETING
A. Public Comment —
B. Lucy Dillon — "Love Thy Nature" will be showing at Starlight Theatre Thursday at three at no charge.
C. Emily Molden, Nantucket Land Council — Next Wed, March 30 at 9, Invasive Plant Workshop; it will be filmed and
worth 3 licensing credits
11. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Notice of Intent
1. Lily Pond R.T. — 27 N. Liberty Street (41 -158 Lot A) SE48 -2678 Withdrawn
2. Lily Pond R.T. — 29 N. Liberty Street (41 -158 Lot B) SE48 -2677 Withdrawn
3. Lily Pond R.T. — 31 N. Liberty Street (41 -158 Lot C) SE48 -2679 Withdrawn
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Discussion (4:04) None
Staff The board needs to accept the withdrawal
Motion Motion to Accept the withdrawal. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: Champoux)
Vote Carried unanimously
4. Edwin Snider RT —1 Brock's Court (42.3.4 -84) SE48 -2834 (04/06/2016)
5. Edwin Snider RT —1 Brock's Court (42.3.4 -84) SE48 -2835 (04/06/2016)
6. Zarella —125 Wauwinet Road (12 -8) SE48- 2856 (04/06/2016)
7. Zarella — 129 Wauwinet Road (12 -4) SE48- 2857 (04/06/2016)
8. *Gut — 13 Columbus Avenue (59.3 -110) SE48 -2862
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Joe Topham
Recused None
Documentation Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence
Representative Arthur D. Gasbarro, Nantucket Engineering & Survey — Reviewed project within the buffer to a
bordering vegetated wetlands. The wetland boundary has been adjusted as reflected in the revised plan.
That resulted in a larger area of the addition, 54 square feet (SF), being within the buffer zone. There is no
apparent alternative on such a tight site. Requesting a waiver based on no reasonable alternative /no
adverse impact. When the site inspection was done, it was discovered that a free - standing stone fire pit
had been built; that will be removed and area replanted with grass. The walkway will be revegetated as
well.
Gary Gut, for Zachary Gut — Feels this house is of the scale of historic Madaket.
Public None
Discussion (4:06) Golding — Feels it should be granted; the prior was submitted in good faith.
No concerns.
Staff Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Golding) (seconded by: Champoux)
Vote Carried unanimously
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9. Shea — 8 Walsh Street (42.4.1 -83) SE48 -2863
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused None
Documentation Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence.
Representative Mark Rits, Site Design Engineering — Recapped the project inside the 50 -foot buffer to an isolated
vegetated wetland. At the last meeting, there was talk about removal of Phragmites; he revised the plan to
indicate the plants and spacing; 339 -340 SF of land on this property will be replanted.
Public None
Discussion (4:15) None
Staff Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Champoux) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote Carried unanimously
10. Welsh — 101 Eel Point Road (32 -7) SE48 — 2864
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused None
Documentation Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence.
Representative Mark Rits, Site Design Engineering — This is a request to relocate a standing deck on the bank and to
attach it to the house; work will be done with hand -held tools and no heavy equipment. Massachusetts
Natural Heritage determined this is a No Take.
Public None
Discussion (4:17) None
Staff Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Champoux) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote Carried unanimously
11. Sabelhaus — 2 Quaise Pastures (26 -20.6) SE48 -2867
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding
Recused Joe Topham
Documentation Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence
Representative Don Bracken, Bracken Engineering, Inc. — We were waiting for the Massachusetts Natural Heritage
letter; received that and NINH has determined this is a No Take.
Public None
Discussion (4:18) None
Staff No waivers required. Reviewed the project. Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: Champoux)
Vote Carried 5 -0
12. *Nantucket Island Land Bank — 46 & 48 South Cambridge Street (59.3 -41 & 42) SE48 -2871
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused None
Documentation Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence.
Representative Paul Santos, Nantucket Surveyors — Reviewed the project: raze or move the existing structure, abandon
existing septic, and remove the fencing and driveway. They will be coming forward at a later date with a
detailed plan for a dock, viewing platform, and parking for public access to Long Pond. As yet, they do
not have a response Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program (NHESP). Requested
continuance for two weeks.
Public None
Discussion (4:20) Erisman — In regards to restoration of the area, expressed concerned about the introduction of invasive
species in loam brought onto the site.
Champoux — Suggested a Condition for using a screened loam over a compost.
Discussion about the difference between loam and topsoil.
Staff Can add condition this for monitoring for invasive species.
Motion Continued to April 6 without objection
Vote N/A
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13. *Great State Properties, LLC — 92 Washington Street (42.2.3 -22) SE48 -2870
Sitting
Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused
None
Documentation
Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence.
Representative
Stan Humphries, LEC Environmental — Resource areas include: coastal beach and coastal bank and land
subject to coastal storm flowage. Proposal is to build a 900 SF garage /studio at elevation 5. Explained that
slab on grade for non - livable space doesn't have to be elevated as long as there are flood vents. The
habitable space will be above the 100 -year flood level. This meets all flood -zone requirements. Explained
the general plan for landscaping.
Public
None
Discussion (4:27)
Topham — The storm surge will still get forced between buildings and accelerate causing washout; the
retaining walls will be detrimental to the flow of flood waters.
Erisman — She wants to see a more detailed landscape plan; the proposed landscaping looks extensive for
being in the flood zone. Noted that each plant would have each a handful of fertilizer in it.
Golding — Would like to see where the shed is moving to.
Steinauer — We base flood zone projects upon compliance and this is compliant.
Discussion about the impact the project would have on the flow of flood waters.
Humphries — Suggested moving the garage to the other side; that would open up the area for flow.
Asked for a continuance.
Staff
Reviewed land subject to coastal storm flowage interest of protection; this is not a wildlife habitat area.
Motion
Continued to April 6 without objection
Vote
N/A
14. Town of Nantucket — Quaise Road Layout (26 -13) SE48 -2852
Sitting
Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused
None
Documentation
Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence
Representative
Dave Fronzuto, Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and Safety Coordinator — Submitted a
revised plan at the table; reviewed changes made following the site visit of March 21. The goal is to
improve public access, fix erosion, and fix drainage. Explained about delineating the path with snow
fencing to help brush on both sides to recover. The parking will be graded with no additional surface
material. Reviewed the signage. Believes the coir logs are 12 "X20'; he'll check that. Noted that he will be
the project manager and on site for this and the other two erosion projects.
Public
Lucy Dillon, Bassett Road — She is happy with the changes; agrees with Mr. Golding that the path should
be left natural and delineated with posts with rope. She is still concerned about the split rail, which is not
on Town property. Suggested blocking off the road with parking on the Land Bank property and access
restricted to pedestrian traffic. Asked she be notified when the work starts.
Emily Molden, Nantucket Land Council — NLC's concern is handing off the plan to whoever will
perform the work; she would like there to be a list of the vegetation to be planted and dimensions of the
coir logs. If work is taking place on adjacent property, asked if there is permission for that work.
Discussion (4:41)
Golding — Would prefer a rope and posts to delineate the access path.
Champoux — Suggested no gravel on the footpath. Doesn't want to restrict the vehicles to the Land Bank
property.
Erisman — Her main concern is the sand fill; it should be clean.
Golding — Asked what is being done about the split -rail fence on private property.
Fronzuto — They have been trying to contact the owner of the abutting property where the spliat -rail
fence is located but he's hard to reach; the fence has been there and been used for a long.
Steinauer — Asked the consensus of the board about if this should stay open for a planting plan or can
that be left to staff. Consensus is to close and let staff approve the planting plan.
Erisman — Asked for storm - report monitoring.
Staff (4:05) Mr. Fronzuto is dealing with a brush fire and asked this be moved down.
Have everything needed to close.
Motion Motion to Close. (made by: Champoux) (seconded by: Topham)
Vote Carried unanimously
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15. The Town of Nantucket — Polpis Harbor Entrance Channel (19:78 -Lot 17 & Lot 4 -1) SE48 -2866
Sitting
Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused
None
Documentation
Site plans, topographical maps, photos, TNINH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence
Representative
Dave Fronzuto, OEM and Safety Coordinator — Submitted additional documentation and heard from
Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA) and Massachusetts Natural Heritage. Reviewed access ?or
the maintenance dredging.
Mike Count, CLE Engineering, Inc. — A pre- and post- dredge eel grass survey was proposed and can be
conditioned. Currently filing through Department of Environmental Protection PEP) for water qualin,
certification, which also has to go through the Army Corps of Engineers.
Public
Emily Molden, Nantucket Land Council — In regards to the land access, NLC holds a conservation
restriction on the Jay property, which wasn't in place at the time of the last dredging; she's not certain that
allows this access. Noted that the access point goes through a wetland lined with coastal dunes so there is
concern about granting a permit without knowing what the access will entail. There is no roadway.
Suggested not including the maintenance at this time and have them come back later for an amendment.
Discussion (4:56)
Golding — 35 years ago the eel grass was so dense you couldn't see the bottom; wonders if there is
something in the sediment from the cranberry bogs that stops the eel grass from reseeding.
Fronzuto — It might be in the sediment and the Polpis but not in the channel.
Count — Did nine different fiber core samples and shifted the channel to avoid the eel grass so there will
be no dredging near the eel grass.
Erisman — Asked about the excavator that will go onto the beach and the material which will be
stockpiled on the beach until it can be trucked out.
Fronzuto — That is for the maintenance dredging. The initial dredging material will be removed with a
clamshell and stored on a barge or pumped into a barge.
Steinauer — There was also concern about the location for stockpiling the sediment. The concern with
the Department of Public Works (DPW) site is the proximity of invasive species that could get into the
sediment.
Count — The stockpile plan was based upon isolating the dredged material within its own area. One
proposed area is currently clear of any material; the other area is in the southern section. The area would
be lined and the down -slope lined with hav bales or Jersey barriers. Another site is at the airport.
Golding — Asked for confirmation that the previous channel was 100 feet wide and the proposal is 60 f eet
wide.
Fronzuto — It will be 60 feet. Explained how the width is determined. To Ms Molden's point, noted that
the proposed access is clear and wide enough for a truck. However, he didn't know about the
conservation restriction and her suggestion allows for time to work with NLC about the access.
Staff
Reviewed Massachusetts Natural Heritage comments that would be included in the Order of Conditions.
The Eel Grass Survey done last year didn't show any data points within Polpis Harbor because the
mapping done before that hadn't shown any eel grass in Polpis Harbor.
It was discussed at the last meeting that before there is reuse of sediment here, a sample is to be sent for
testing of the nutrient content. That can be conditioned to be done.
Believes Ms Molden's suggestion for an amendment is sensible and would allow for memorializing and
condition specific land -based operation so the board would know exactly which access will be used and if
brush clearing will be necessary. That would be conditioned in the orders.
Have everything needed to close.
Morton
Motion to Close. (made by: Golding) (seconded by: Champoux)
Vote
Carried unanimously
III. PUBLIC
MEETING
A. Request for Determination of Applicability
1. * 6 North
Star Lane, LLC — 6 North Star Lane (30 -213)
Sitting
Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused
None
Documentation
Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence.
Representative
Mark Rits, Site Design Engineering — This is for determination of a wetland land and associated buffer
zone in relation to brush cutting. Most of the proposed brush cutting is outside the 50 -foot buffer with a
small portion is inside the 50; greater than 50% of the 25 -50 will remain native vegetation. The site will
come in for an NOI for additional work.
Public
None
Discussion (5:18)
Golding — Sees no reason not to follow the contour of the 50 -foot buffer.
Steinauer — What is proposed is not against the regulations.
Staff
Recommend Positive 2A to confirm the resource boundaries and Negative 3 for work in the buffer zoi.-,.
Motion
Motion to Issue as recommended. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: Topham)
Vote
Carried unanimously
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B. Minor Modifications
1. Oakhill Investments
LLC -341A Madaket Road (60.2.4 -64.5) SE48 -2828
Sitting
Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused
None
Documentation
Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence.
Representative
Mark Rits, Site Design Engineering — This is a request for a split rail along the northern property line. A
Rits — If the fence stops at the vegetation, a stake will be planted to mark the northeast corner of the
portion of the fence would be within the 25 -foot buffer to the top of the bank; no vegetation will be
property.
removed and holes hand augured. Vegetation is all native and natural.
Public
None
Discussion (5:23)
Erisman — She was against putting in the vegetation; feels putting a split rail through the vegetation is
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excessive.
Golding — Believes the fence will look awful.
Rits — The vegetation is tall and the fence won't be readily visible.
Champoux — Suggested running the fence just up to the vegetation. You can't install a fence without
cutting the brush.
Rits — If the fence stops at the vegetation, a stake will be planted to mark the northeast corner of the
property.
Staff
This was in active appeal; Town Counsel has cleared hearing this. Recommend approving with the
changes proposed.
Motion
Motion to Approve as a minor modification with the proposed changes. (made by: Bennett)
(seconded by: Champoux)
Vote
Carried unanimously
2. McCarthy
Nantucket House, LLC — 12 Coffin Street (42.3.1 -77) SE48 -2759
Sitting
Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused
None
Documentation
Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence.
Representative
Arthur D. Gasbarro, Nantucket Engineering & Survey — This is for approval of a revised landscape plan
more in keeping with original conditions and includes an elevated board walkway. The property is within
land subject to coastal storm flowage. This plan shows above two ground propane tanks and the existing
drive. An existing terrace would be raised with infiltration chambers underneath. For rain runoff, propose
a basin in the yard with a line to the catch basin in the road. The proposed plantings have also been
identified. There are waivers included with the NOI and this does not propose an increase in scope.
Public
None
Discussion (5:31)
Erisman — Thinks more wetland plants should be included to help absorb standing water.
Steinauer — Hydrangeas handle that type of water very well. Asked about the boardwalk material.
Gasbarro — It would be all wood. Fibergrate® doesn't meet the aesthetic the owner is looking for.
Staff
This is to clarify what the landscape will look like so there will be no issues when the property comes in
for the certificate. They are not change or increasing the scope of work or the impact.
This falls within the scope of a minor modification.
Motion
Motion to Approve as a minor modification. (made by: Topham) (seconded by: Champoux)
Vote
Carried unanimously
3. Emmy Real Estate Trust — 2 North Star Lane (30 -188) SE48 -2705
Sitting
Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused
None
Documentation
Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence.
Representative
Arthur D. Gasbarro, Nantucket Engineering & Survey — This is a landscaping proposal for work within
the buffer to a boarder vegetated wetland; will replant a previously disturbed area within the no- disturb
zone. Asking for allowance of plantings only between the 25 and 38 line. Proposing a dry -laid stone
terrace and raised circular fire pit; that's the extent of the hndscaping.
Public
None
Discussion (5:42)
Erisman — The plantings should be native between the 25 and 38 line. Also wants a condition for no
cultivars.
Discussion about the types of plants to go within the 50 -foot line, cedar versus Leland Cyprus.
Staff
This falls within the scope of a minor modification.
Nlotion
Motion to Approve as a minor modification. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: Champoux)
Vote
Carried unanimously
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4. Dannheim
— 97 Low Beach Road (75 -31.2) NAN -119
Sitting
Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Recused
None
Documentation
Site plans, topographical maps, photos, MNH sign off letter, departmental reports, and correspondence.
Representative
Don Bracken, Bracken Engineering — Changes are based upon architectural changes to the design:
structure is now outside the 100 -foot buffer; the pool and hardscaping 57 feet from the wetlands; no
change drive and septic. Proposing a wood -post with wire -mesh pool fence outside the 50 -foot buffer
within existing vegetation. Explained why the fence needs to be reviewed by MNH.
Public
None
Discussion (5:48)
Erisman — Doesn't like to see a fence going through vegetation, especially with a clearing. Would like to
wait for MNH to make a determination on the fence.
Steinauer — Asked if the openings in the wire fence allows small animals to get through. Would prefer the
fence to be along the edge of the clearing.
Bracken — Suggested approving with the fence outside the clearing.
Staff
The fence meets the code for a pool fence with openings big enough for rabbits. The MNH is a separate
process than this; can still act on this. This fits within the scope of the minor modification.
Motion
Motion to Approve as a minor modification with the fence along the edge of the clearing. (made
by: Bennett) (seconded by: Topham)
Vote
Carried unanimously
C. Certificates
of Compliance
1. Sconset Beach
Preservation Fund (87 -105 Baxter Road ( Multiple Parcels) SE48 -2824 - Partial
Sitting
Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Staff (5:56)
This is a continuation of the public meeting held at the site Monday, March 21. This certificate is required
by the Order of Conditions to be filed for signoff on the initial structure to ensure it was constructed in
compliance. It does not contemplate performance of the structure.
Representatives
Jamie Feeley, Construction Manager Cottage and Castle Inc
Arthur D. Gasbarro, Nantucket Engineering & Survey
Public
D. Anne Atherton, 48 Squam Road
Emily Molden, Nantucket Land Council
Discussion (5:58)
Golding — There was discussion last time about the accuracy of the transects and the sand template and
whether or not one could shift from estimates to a more accurate method of measuring it. He noticed the
5,000 cubic yards (CY) was the estimated loss when the northern end of the bluff collapsed during
construction. Asked if there is a more accurate figure.
Feeley — The numbers are estimates resulting from a series of conversations between Maria Hartnett and
himself; they used photography, measurements, and dimensions. It is not an exact science but there was no
rounding up.
Steinauer — Asked Mr. Feeley to provide an outline of the steps in the process so that others might use it
or critique it.
Feeley — They can add that to their list of tracking and monitoring requirements.
Gasbarro — A detailed LIDAR survey will be undertaken in April. Noted a photograph taken February 17,
2016 showing the top of the waterline; that has already changed. The survey will provide exact topographic
data and the photograph and establish a baseline. This can be used for comparison in the future.
Erisman — Asked if the gullies are represented.
Gasbarro — There isn't much of the gullies at this point; they've filled in.
Feeley — 2,000 CY of sand was contributed Monday, March 21 right in front of the viewing stand for the
purpose of vegetating. With management of storm runoff from above and stabilizing vegetation, there
shouldn't be any issues going forward with what's being lost off the face of the bluff.
Steinauer — With all the discussion about 22 yards per linear foot per year of mitigation sand, it will be
interesting to see if we ever get a really big storm what kind of contribution that mitigation is provided.
Golding — He's pleased with the details provided.
Atherton — Special Condition 58 called for an independent peer review of the data and recording. Asked
about the status of that requirement.
Staff — People are engaged to review the data and monitoring reports as they come in. It is up to the
commission whether or not the as -built undergoes a peer review.
Atherton — She thinks the monitoring is important but this is the baseline data; as a member of the pubic,
she thought that was on- going. The structure has been in place for over a year even if technically it was not
complete. In terms of a walkable beach and other conditions, asked if they have to wait until the annual
review next fall. Suggested the commission hold a special hearing to inform the public about the monitoring
process and what can be expected.
Staff — The first report and performance evaluation will come with the report that is due within the next
few weeks which will include: first performance report, the LIDAR survey, and sand budget report. Noted
that there are different people employed for different aspects of the peer review; some of those reviewers
are on the West Coast to avoid using people who have worked on this project. The review that includes the
Summer and Fall will have the invertebrate peer review report.
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Atherton — Reiterated concerns about monitoring of public access and a walkable beach at high tide.
Steinauer — The as -built is the starting point; from here we see how it changes. Asked the board if they feel
this is an accurate depiction of conditions on the ground.
Golding — No.
Erisman — Asked how often Ms Hartnett is on the site.
Feeley — Extremely rarely if ever, Ms Hartnett is involved in all the information and report. She makes the
determination as to whether or not the standards for an official report have been met.
Erisman — At the last meeting she couldn't get answers about the location of the benchmark and clay
knob; at the site visit it was apparent that the benchmark is on the clay knob.
Steinauer — Going back to the Certificate of Compliance, the question is whether or not the structure is
substantially in compliance as to how it was built. We realize this is an on -going project and want to be on
top of it over years; however, we didn't want to wait three years to find out it wasn't constructed in
compliance.
Staff — What's required of the permit is a partial certificate that says the structure as constructed was
constructed as permitted. The permit and its conditions are still in full effect except for this one condition
to certify construction. Read the condition appropriate to this hearing requiring the as -built plan.
Golding — Where it has been leveled out between the 3,d and 4ti' geo -tube, there seems to be considerabh-
more sand than was asked for. The reason being is to have sand available in an emergency; that is
reasonable to him.
Feeley — Stated that by putting all the sand out there, the truck traffic impact is reduced to once a year
versus twice a year; it's a lot less setting up and breaking down. The down side is that if a big storm comes
and takes it all, they have to cover the tubes back up and put back the 22 CY.
Gasbarro — To that end, the plan shows the elevation of the top of the tube and the elevation of the top of
the sand.
Erisman — Since there were changed to the drainage, asked if there is something in the language that states
that was amended between the initial permit and now.
Staff — There could be or it could be noted as part of the substantial compliance.
Gasbarro — It is in the plan that there was a shift in the laying of the pipe.
Molden — To Mr. Golding's point about the depth of sand being shown on the 3,d but not the 4d, tube, the
order of conditions requires that the 22 CY is delivered to the site at a certain point in the year, but a certain
amount will be sitting on top of 4t]' tube for a length of time. Moving forward with the monitoring and
reporting, it would be good to document the total value that is entering the system as opposed to just what's
being delivered to the site. Right now there isn't a trigger to show the volume is getting into the system.
Steinauer — We don't necessarily want that 22 CY to go into the system every year because the natural
system didn't dump 22 CY into the system every year. That's an average over time. As 22 CY is delivered a
year and no "mountain" is building up, we will know that sand is getting into the system. Depending on
how these questions are answered, we can make modifications.
Golding — Said he is pleased with what has been produced.
Motion Motion to Issue the partial certificate of compliance. (made by: Golding) (seconded by: Champoux)
Vote Carried 5- 1 / /Erisman opposed
D. Orders of Condition
1. Town of Nantucket — Quaise Road Layout (26 -13) SE48 -2852
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Staff Reviewed conditions of the draft that don't include any requested at this meeting; included a condition for
a 6" high vegetated berm to go around the parking area to keep water contained. He will add Condition
25: requiring a pre - construction meeting. Added the normal storm - reporting condition.
Discussion (6:28) Erisman — Asked for a condition about drainage.
Golding — There was talk at the site about raising grade closest to the harbor to make it level; the 6" lip
would be after that.
Motion Motion to Issue as amended. (made by: Golding) (seconded by: Champoux)
Vote Carried unanimously
2. Gut —13 Columbus Avenue (59.3 -110) SE48 -2862
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Staff Included a conditions about no cultivars and removal of invasive species and photo - monitoring about fie
area where the fire pit was removed. A waiver was required and is included.
Discussion (6:32) None
Motion Motion to Issue as drafted. (made by: Champoux) (seconded by: Topham)
Vote Carried unanimously
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3. Shea — 8 Walsh Street (42.4.1 -83) SE48 -2863
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Staff Photo- monitoring and copy of the license for the herbicide applicator. A yearly summary is required. No
cultivars. If Phragmites show up, they have to get rid of it.
Discussion (6:33) Discussion about the stand of Phragmites that covers several lots and how to get rid of them.
Motion Motion to Issue as drafted. (made by: Topham) (seconded by: Champoux)
Vote Carried unanimously
4. Welsh — 101 Eel Point Road (32 -7) SE48 — 2864
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Staff Condition: area vacated by the deck is to be planted with American beach grass and photos provided.
Discussion (6:36) None
Motion Motion to Issue as amended. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: Champoux)
Vote Carried unanimously
5. Sabelhaus — 2 Quaise Pastures (26 -20.6) SE48 -2867
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Staff Most is outside ConCom jurisdiction; the stone walkway is the closest work to the wetlands. This is a
developed area being reconfigured.
Discussion (6:37) None
Motion Motion to Issue as drafted. (made by: Topham) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote Carried unanimously
6. The Town of Nantucket — Polpis Harbor Entrance Channel (19:78 -Lot 17 & Lot 4 -1) SE48 -2866
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Staff Condition 19 is for silt curtains. Conditions 20, 21, 22, & 23 are required from MIvH; he broke out the
January 15 to May 31 separately because that was requested by the Fisheries and he wanted to memorialize
the reason for that closer. Condition 25 requires all dredged materials to be tested for nutrient content prior
to reuse. Will add Condition 26 requiring pre- and post - dredging eel grass surveys and Condition 27
requiring an amended order for maintenance dredging.
Discussion (6:38) Champoux — Clarified that there is no requirement to test the sediment prior to dredging; testing is
required only prior to reuse.
Erisman — Asked about testing for heavy metals.
Staff — He can add that to Condition 27.
Golding — This area seems to have gone from being full of aquatic life to being sterile. He'd like to kno%v
why. Suggested testing after it's been stored, not before it's reused because that could be years.
Staff — If it tests to have an elevated level of nitrogen and phosphorous, the question becomes what to do
with it. Noted also that the dredged sediment will not have interacted with the air in years and it will change
pretty quickly.
Champoux — The dredged material has to go somewhere and test results probably wouldn't come back
before it has to be stockpiled.
Staff — Will add that a sample from the material when it is on the barge and a sample from when it is at the
storage area will be tested at the same time for comparison.
Motion Motion to Issue as amended. (made by: Golding) (seconded by: Bennett)
Vote Carried unanimously
7. Sip & Sea TR — 10 North Road (43 -81) SE48 -2869
Sitting Steinauer, Bennett, Erisman, Champoux, Golding, Topham
Staff This is the bio- engineered tie -in between the harbor armor at 10 North Road and the bio - engineered
structure at 48 Shimmo Pond Road. Used the same conditions from the 48 Shimmo Pond Road project. it's
just not the same length. He will add Condition 32 requiring the removal of stakes and posts in the beach.
Discussion (6:48) Erisman — There were metal stakes in the beach.
Motion Motion to Issue as amended. (made by: Bennett) (seconded by: Topham)
Vote Carried unanimously
E. Other Business (6:51)
1. Approval of Minutes for March, 9, 2016: Approved by unanimous consent
2. Reports:
a. CPC, Golding — Nothing to report.
b. NP &EDC, Bennett — Nothing to report.
c. Mosquito Control Committee, Erisman — Reviewed highlights of March 22 meeting.
3. Commissioners Comment: None
4. Administrator /Staff Reports
a. April 2 is Annual Town Meeting at 9 a.m.
Motion to Adjourn: 6:58 p.m.
Submitted by:
Terry L. Norton
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