SOUTH BERWICK PLANNING BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
December 12, 2006
7:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Dennis Smith (Chairman), Allan Breed, David Burke, Brad Christo, Bruce Whitney (Alternate), and Jim Fisk (Town Planner).
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Smith called the Planning Board Meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
Mr. Whitney will be voting as a member with the exception of agenda item MSP#06-12, applicant, Deborah K. Blouin.
MINUTES APPROVAL
November 14th, 2006 – Public Hearing RE: Contract Zoning; Motion by Mr. Breed, 2nd by Mr. Christo to accept minutes as amended, passed unanimous.
November 14th, 2006 – Regular Meeting; Motion by Mr. Whitney, 2nd by Mr. Burke to accept minutes, passed unanimous.
November 28th, 2006 – Public Hearing RE: “Margaux” Restaurant; Motion by Mr. Christo, 2nd by Mr. Whitney to accept minutes, passed unanimous.
November 28th, 2006 – Regular Meeting; Motion by Mr. Burke, 2nd by Mr. Whitney to accept minutes as amended, passed unanimous.
PUBLIC AUDIENCE
- none.
CORRESPONDENCE
1. Letter from Larry Fogarty – re: Planning Board meeting on November 28th, 2006. Chairman Smith noted receipt and review of letter.
OLD BUSINESS
Mr. Whitney recused himself from voting on the following agenda item.
1. MSP#06-12; Deborah K. Blouin – Map 10 Lot 78A – Amendment to Subdivision: Revised subdivision plan from Roaring Brook Consultants, Inc. Bill Gallot, consultant from Roaring Brook Consultants discussed how in 1992, Ms. Blouin purchased and combined lots 12 and 17 in the Stuart Lane Subdivision. The applicant now requests to recreate the previous, individual lots. After reviewing the subdivision plan presented by Mr. Gallot, Chairman Smith questioned the status of lots 14 and 15. Mr. Gallot spoke with both the Town assessor and the code enforcement officer and they both indicated that lots 14 and 15 are one lot. Chairman Smith requested that the amended subdivision plan accurately illustrate lots 14 and 15 as either one combined lot or two separate lots. Chairman
Smith requested that prior to the Planning Board signing the amended subdivision map, the following issues need to be addressed by the applicant: Note 13 on the plan, and the dotted line and how it pertains to lots 14 and 15. Mr. Fisk noted that lots 12 and 17 meet all classifications.
Motion by Mr. Christo, 2nd by Mr. Breed to table proposal until completion of clarified subdivision plan, passed unanimous.
NEW BUSINESS
Chairman Smith requested agenda items be addressed in the following order:
1. SP #06-11; Andrew J. Marden – Map 7 Lot 28 – Witchtrot Road, Timber Harvest. Charlie Moreno, consultant forester, discussed the timber harvest plan for the 50-acre parcel owned by his client, Andrew Marden. This project will last between 2 to 4 weeks, weather dependent. Chairman Smith questioned the applicant as to whether this parcel is still under agreement with the developer for Witchtrot Hills. Mr. Marden responded that Mr. Moreno has been working directly with CLD on this matter.
Mr. Fisk commended the applicant for providing a thorough site plan application and a managed timber plan.
Public Audience: Bob Anderson, 67 Witchtrot Road, discussed his concern of the road condition due to logger trucks. Mark Comer, 61 Witchtrot, discussed his concern of possible future development in relation to his property.
Chairman Smith responded by stating that the conditions of approval will address road conditions, and ensured Mr. Comer that a public hearing will occur for any future development.
Motion by Mr. Burke, 2nd by Mr. Breed to accept proposal with the conditions: Hours of Operation for Loggers (M-F: 6am – 5pm), a letter from CLD agreeing to the concurrence of proposal with proposed development, request for input from Conservation Commission chair or representative at a site walk, and the driveway be maintained at all times at a passable condition, passed unanimous.
Chairman Smith identified the 30-day appeal period from this date of approval.
2. Russell Tarason; Request for workshop/discussion for 255 Main Street. Chairman Smith requested this agenda item to be discussed in a workshop session. Planning Board withdrew to a workshop session on 255 Main Street, and reopened meeting at 8:25 PM.
ORDINANCE UPDATES
- none.
MEMBER COMMENTS
1. Memos from Dennis Smith:
· Request from July 2005
· Agenda topics of discussion – Chairman Smith discussed creating a master schedule for 2007.
· Chairman Smith requested that Planning Board members contact Jim, Susie or Dennis if not able to attend a scheduled meeting.
OTHER
1. MMA Municipal Officers Manual on Public Participation: Mr. Whitney discussed his email dated 11/29/06 regarding audience participation at public meetings. In order to help the public stay focused on the specific issue, Mr. Whitney recommended the use of the MMA manual guidelines to ensure public comments do not become inappropriate and repetitive. The Board discussed the importance of public input and maintaining relevancy of comments.
2. Email regarding the Lock Box Ordinance: Chairman Smith noted email from Roberta Orsini.
Dates & Times for Upcoming Meetings:
12/18/06 – 6:30 PM Comprehensive Plan Update Committee Meeting
12/22/06 – 2:00 PM Mr. Fisk to submit response to Town Manager regarding Planning Board questions referencing Contract Zoning. Response to be forwarded to Council, Planning Board and Economic Development Committee.
1/02/07 – 6:00 PM Joint Workshop: Town Council, Planning Board and Economic Development Committee - RE: Contract Zoning.
1/02/07 – 7:00 PM Planning Board Regular Meeting.
1/22/07 – 6:30 PM Town Council Public Hearing – RE: Contract Zoning.
Planning Board and Economic Development Committee requested to attend.
Meeting adjourned without objection at 8:40 PM.
ATTESTED: ______________________
Susie Scott,
Assistant to the Director of Planning & Economic Development
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