Minutes of Meeting

June 3, 2003

 

 

Present were Sid Starks, Chair; Michael Przybylowicz, Vice Chair; Marilyn Richards, Clerk; and Donald Anderson.  The Chair opened the meeting at 6:30 p.m. 

 

The Board reviewed the minutes of  May 20, 2003, and with edits, upon motion duly made and seconded, voted unanimously (4-0) to approve.

 

Louis Calabrese arrived later.

 

Walter Gunn, 42 Maple Court - Parking Plan

 

The Board reviewed a parking plan submitted by Walter Gunn for 42 Maple Court and

determined the access and egress to the proposed parking spaces was not wide enough and felt that traffic would not be able to travel safely.  The Board determined the lack of width needed to be addressed.  A suggestion of an easement across Chapdelaine property was discussed as was moving the proposed parking spaces to another spot on the parcel.  Robyn Macdonald was to meet with Mr. Gunn regarding changes.                                                                                                                                                       

 

52 Maple Street parking changes

 

Ms. Macdonald told the Board she had sent Mr. Rintoul a reminder letter with regard to a new parking plan for 52 Maple Street.  She explained in January Mr. Rintoul had promised to restripe the parking spaces in the spring and provide the Board with a new parking plan, however nothing had been submitted as to date.  Ms. Macdonald spoke with Mr. Rintoul that day and he explained he did not have the money to do a new plan.  He said he added a handicap parking space with no other changes and felt that he did not need to submit a new parking plan to the Board.  Upon further discussion the Board determined that a new parking plan would need to be submitted because originally that was what was agreed upon between the Board and Mr. Rintoul and was required because of the changes.

 

                                                                                            

Public Hearing – Pet Day Care & Grooming Amendment to Zoning By-laws

 

At 7:00 p.m., the Chair opened the Public Hearing and introduced the Planning Board members.  Ms. Richards read the legal notice into the record.

 

Ms. Macdonald explained it was the intention of the By-law to allow for the keeping of animals during normal daytime business hours at a grooming shop.  Mr. Starks addressed the members for any questions.  Ms. Richards felt the definition was very specific and stated what can specifically be done and did not think it would be problem.  There being no one in the audience to speak, upon further discussion, and upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to close the public hearing.  

 

 

Great Woods Phase  I, II, III - Street Takings

 

Ms. Macdonald advised the Board the streets at Great Woods Phase I, II & III were on the warrant for Special Town Meeting.  Ms. Richards read a letter into the record from Franklin Miorandi, DPW that the streets were completed and ready to be accepted.  Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to support the street acceptances at Town Meeting on the approval of the DPW.

 

 

Easement Agreement

 

The Board discussed the approval of the easement agreement for the property surrounding the Town Hall which would be voted at Special Town Meeting.  Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to endorse the easement agreement and would make their support known at the Special Town Meeting on June 10th.  

 

 

PSI

 

Ms. Macdonald informed the Board she spoke with Carlton Mappin of PSI which had purchased American Saw’s fluids division on Benton Drive.  She said Mr. Mappin explained there would be no change of use simply a change of name.  Ms. Macdonald asked the Board would they require a Waiver of Site Plan Review.  Upon further discussion the Board determined there was no change of use and a Waiver of Site Plan would not be required as there were no changes in use.

 

 

Artistic Dance Conservatory , 357A Shaker Road – signage change

 

Ms. Macdonald presented the Board with a revised sign for Artistic Dance Conservatory  at 357A Shaker Road.  After review and discussion, and upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to approve the signage as presented, conditioned upon approval by the Building Inspector.

 

Sullivan Paper, 51 Denslow Road -  Request for signage approval

 

The Board reviewed proposed signage for Sullivan Paper at 51 Denslow Road.  After review and discussion, and upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to approve the signage as presented, conditioned upon approval by the Building Inspector.

 

Rob Andrews, 94 Shaker Road - Request for signage approval

 

The Board reviewed proposed signage for Rob Andrews, therapeutic massage at 94 Shaker Road Road.  After review and discussion and upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to approve the signage as presented, conditioned upon approval by the Building Inspector.

 

Glynn Farms Extension – Baker

 

Ms. Macdonald explained the definitive plan for the Baker’s for Glynn Farms Extension was approved by the Planning Board 3 years ago and was never endorsed because there were conditions on it.  She said she had notes on the file that the Baker’s had received bids and the costs were too high, and that the project was placed on hold.  Mr. Calabrese said he was concerned with the residents on Glynn Farms Road.  He  wanted to make sure they were satisfied with the replication of the driveway and lawn area.  Ms. Macdonald said that was what the problem was and she suggested to Mrs. Baker to call the residents and explain to them what would be taking place and the need for an agreement in writing.  Upon notification of an agreement having been reached, the Board would revisit the subdivision plan.       

 

Special Permit - Tom Veratti, Spruce Street – Parking  for Business use in a residential district

 

 Ms. Macdonald informed the Board that Mr. Veratti may be looking to expand his business on Spruce Street and may be asking the Board for an Amendment to the Special Permit issued in 1988.  Ms. Macdonald had presented the Board with documentation from the approval of the Special Permit that stated “subject to the requirement that unless additional land is acquired or extenuating circumstances this would be the final addition”.  Upon further discussion the Board determined if asked, they would uphold the decision previously approved by the Planning Board regarding the fact that extenuating circumstances would have to be proved prior to addressing another Special Permit issue.

 

 

Business overlay district by-law

 

The Board discussed the design review for the Business overlay district by-law and each member is going to provide input at the next meeting.

Miscellaneous

 

Ms. Macdonald asked the Board members to provide their signatures for Land Court Recorder in order for the court to be able to verify their signatures on ANR’s submitted for recording.

 

The Board discussed a few additional miscellaneous items and, there being no further business, and upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board voted unanimously to close the meeting at 9:30 p.m.

 

                                                            For the Board,

 

 

 

                                                                        Marilyn M. Richards, Clerk