# planning-board — 55 documents, concatenated for reading and search # # This is a CONVENIENCE BUNDLE, not a source. Every document below is # published separately and byte-identically; cite the individual file, # whose path is given in each header, rather than this bundle. # Index of all boards: https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/minutes/INDEX.txt # The town's own scanned original is linked per document. ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-01-10-agenda-3589.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-01-10 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-01-10-agenda-3589.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01102011-3589 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING January 10, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2 EXECUTIVE SESSION: Litigation- telephonic conference 3. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign 11-30-10, 12-13-10, Executive 12-13-10 4. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS: 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC MRPC Energy Advisory Committee DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 6. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: FY12 Budget Zoning Bylaw- request for zoning change Census Nashua River Watershed Association Workshops Summer Street 1263 Reservoir Road, Keating Trust Eagle House Green Community Task Force Open Space 7. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Highfield Village Emerald Place at Lake Whalom Tri Town Landing First Evangelical Congregational Church 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: MMA Nashua River Watershed Association Workshops Sign Bylaw CVS Lunenburg Crossing See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 9. MEETING SCHEDULE: January & February 1-12-11 Master Planning Workshop 1-24-11 Planning Board Meeting 2-14-11 Planning Board Meeting 2-28-11 Planning Board Meeting 10. DATA INFORMATION 11. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES 12. OFFICE: Technology 13. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/01.10.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-01-10-agenda-3677.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-01-10 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-01-10-agenda-3677.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01102011-3677 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting Executive Session PL_BD_MINUTES_01.10.11_EXECSESSION.PDF 1. Documents: ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-01-10-minutes-3589.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-01-10 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-01-10-minutes-3589.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01102011-3589 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes January 10, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Joanna L. Bilotta, Robert J. Saiia, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson EXECUTIVE SESSION: Litigation- Separate minutes. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed 11-30-10, Motion, Mr. Lockwood, Second, Ms. Bilotta. Signed 12-13-10, Motion, Mr. Saiia, Second, Mr. Lockwood. Signing of Executive 12-13-10 minutes tabled until next meeting. Mr. Bodkin noted that the minutes did not contain a recording of the actual vote for the approval of an extension granted to Highfield Village. The vote was 4 -1 with Mr. Bodkin voting negatively. Director will review minutes. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC- Tabled MRPC- Tabled MRPC Energy Advisory Committee- Tabled DPW Building Committee- Ms. Bilotta reported that next meeting will be held on January 18, 2011. Capital Planning Committee-Director reported that the Committee is evaluating and prioritizing requests. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: FY12 Budget- Budget will be presented to Town Manager. Noted was the lease of a new copier. Leasing cost will be taken out of the Planning budget for the remaining five months of FY 2011, but will be part of the Technology budget in FY 2012. Zoning Bylaw - Request for Zoning Change - Director noted request of D. P. Higgen for zoning change from industrial to commercial on the corner of Leom inster-Shirley Road and Pioneer Drive. The Building Official and the Planning Director informed Mr. Higgen that zoning change has to have a Town Meeting vote. Mr. Higgen was also told that he could request th e Planning Board place an Article on the Town M eeting Warrant or he could submit an Article to the Board of Selectmen by petition. Champa Realty represented Charles Gitto, owner of the property. Also present was Jamie Rhea ult from Whitman and Bingham Associates LLC. Mr. Bodkin suggested the Planning Board review the industrial area as an overlay district that would be both commercial and industrial. Census- Director reported that all the data is not available as of this date. Summer Street- Work is being done on preparation for reconstruction of Summer Street in cooperation with the city of Fitchburg and the t own of Lunenburg. The design must be prepared before the project can move forward. Montachusett Regional Planning Commission ( MRPC) awarded the project ion of District Local Technical Assistance to Lunenburg, Fitchburg and Leominster for assistance and service for scope of service for the Summer Street project. 1263 Reservoir Road, Keating Trust - Director notified the Planning Board that a Development Plan Review will be filed for Keating in re gard to the placement of new towers. The towers will be taller than the ones presently in place. According to the Zoning Officer, the Planning Board has the right to allow increased height levels as long as the Fire Chie f approves the new height. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes 1-10-11 Page 2 Eagle House- Director notified the Planning Board that the Grant for the parking lot, etc. has been filed. Green Community Task Force- Preparation for grant request on solar field on the landfill is continuing. Open Space- Next meeting is Friday, January 14, 2011, which should finalize all State requested data. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Highfield Village- Work is advancing with the Sewer Commission (see Minutes – Approval above). Emerald Place at Lake Whalom- Noted placement of the first villas. Tri Town Landin g- Director gave report of number of school -age children as of January 3 rd; 9 children of various ages have moved into the development. School Superintendent is concerned that the number will exceed the anti cipated number according to the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) formula. First Evangelical Congregational Church - The Development Plan Review has been filed with the Worcester Northern District Registry of Deeds. The Church representative will file with the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) . Before going further, the church congregation will internally decide whether or not to proceed. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: MMA Annual Meeting - Discussion on attendance to MMA. Mr. Lockwood will not be able to attend. Other members did not respond with final plans. Chair Bakaysa and Mr. Saiia may stay overnight. Vice Chair Bilotta and Director Benson will only attend the Friday Session. Mr. Bodkin has no final plans at this date. Nashua River Watershed Association Workshops- Director is working with the Association on preparation of the workshop. Sign Bylaw- Director commented on the concern of the signage in the center facing 2A. Noted safety factor and unsightliness of numerous signs. CVS- Subdivision/Site Improvement Bond was released by Town Accountant after final report from Peer Reviewing Engineer. Lunenburg Crossing- Work is continuing, but more slowly than expected due to engineering firm hired by owner. MEETING SCHEDULE: January 2011- January 12 Master Planning Workshop January 24, 2011 Board Meeting February 2011- February 14, 2011 Board Meeting February 28, 2011 Board Meeting Noted that a date was not set for Master Planning in February. Consensus was February 21. DATA INFORMATION: Data folder containing items of interest not on agenda presented to members for viewing, consisting of various data information. MEMBER INFORMATION AND ISSUES: OFFICE: Technology (see FY 12 Budget above). ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Lockwood, adjourned 9:15 PM. Minutes/2011/01-10-11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-01-12-agenda-3590.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-01-12 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-01-12-agenda-3590.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01122011-3590 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING WORKSHOP January 12, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA Agenda Sign 11-15-10 Workshop Minutes Master Planning February workshop date Agenda/2011/01.12.11 workshop ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-01-19-agenda-3591.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-01-19 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-01-19-agenda-3591.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01192011-3591 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING WORKSHOP January 19, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA Agenda Sign 11-15-10 Workshop Minutes Master Planning February workshop date Agenda/2011/01.19.11 workshop ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-01-19-minutes-3591.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-01-19 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-01-19-minutes-3591.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01192011-3591 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Workshop Minutes Master Planning January 19, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Joanna L. Bilotta, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Marion M. Benson Absent: Robert J. Saiia, Nathan J. Lockwood Attendee: Select Board Chair, Paula Bertram MINUTES: Signed 11-15-10, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Lockwood, Motion passed. Chair opened the workshop by listing the areas of concern for updates to the Master Plan. The list consists of the Center Plan, Summer Street, Industrial and Commercial Leominster Shirley Road Area, Housing Stock, Economic Development, and Recreational Facilities. Discussion was that a study of the future of the Center should take place regarding the physical outline, type of development and historical element. Discussions regarding Economic Development focused on what the Town can offer applicants. Also of interes t is where Retail Commercial can grow. Question posed pertaining to whether an Industrial/Commercial Overlay District be formed for more economic development options. It was suggested that development brochures addressing local attributes of Lunenburg be created. High speed fiber optics connections along Route 2A should assist in defining possible commercial ventures. The Facilities Element was discussed regarding the high school’s future. All report s to present is lack of process in decision making pertaining to State demand for study of regionalization. Recreation discussion was based on the need in the Whalom area. There are needs for future fields and facilities. Chair recommends a plan increasing the lake beach area be presented to local develop ers requesting that they work with the Town in designing an area that would serve the Town and the development. Chair will make the contact for discussion. Consensus was the Board of Selectmen be involved. Summer Street’s status was discussed. Ther e have been meetings with Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. between Lunenburg, Fitchburg and Leominster to re -design the street to be a safe roadway and to ensure the design gives the opportunity for economic growth. Presently the need is for design monies. More information will be secured from the Town Manager. Director recommended to the Planning Board that Summer Street, which comes under the Circulation Element, and needs of the Whalom area be placed under the Land Use Element and Open Space Element and be the first consideration in updating the Master Plan. Motion to Adjourn, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr. Minutes/2011/1-19-11 MP workshop ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-01-24-agenda-3592.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-01-24 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-01-24-agenda-3592.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01242011-3592 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING January 24, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign Executive 12-13-10, Executive 1-10-11, Regular Session 1-10-11 3. APPOINTMENTS 6:45 PM- Whitman & Bingham Associates, LLC 7:15 PM- S.J. Mullaney Engineering, Inc. 4. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 6. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: Television Sessions Census Nashua River Watershed Association Workshop Summer Street Eagle House Green Community Task Force Open Space 7. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Highfield Village Emerald Place at Lake Whalom Tri Town Landing 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: MMA Sign Bylaw Lunenburg Crossing See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 9. MEETING SCHEDULE: February 2-14-11 Planning Board Meeting ? - Master Planning Workshop 2-28-11 Planning Board Meeting 10. DATA INFORMATION 11. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES 12. OFFICE: Technology 13. EXECUTIVE SESSION 14. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/01.24.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-01-24-agenda-3676.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-01-24 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-01-24-agenda-3676.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01242011-3676 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting Executive Session PL_BD_MINUTES_01.24.11_EXECSESSION.PDF 1. Documents: ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-01-24-minutes-3592.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-01-24 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-01-24-minutes-3592.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_01242011-3592 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes January 24, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Joanna L. Bilotta (sat as Chair) , Robert J. Saiia , Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson APPOINTMENTS: Jamie Rheault , Whitman and Bingham Associates LLC - Requested the Planning Board support a zoning change for 134 Leominster Shirley Road, Map 146, Parcel 26, from Industrial to Commercial. Mr. Rheault noted that Charles Gitto (owner) has a buyer who wishes to site a commercial complex of a gas station, convenience store and similar business. Board members noted that consideration for an overlay district may be app ropriate. In summary, the Board indicated to Mr. Rheault they would support the zoning change from industrial to commercial. Mr. Rheault will follow up for presentation to the Board . Steve Mullaney, SJ Mullaney Engineering Company- Represented Keating Tr ust at 1263 Reserv oir Road. He presented a Development Plan Review for tank and silo replacement associated with hot mix manufacturing operation. There is a reviewing engineer and a review “Tech” meeting planned with a required public information meeting set for February 14, 2011. The Board has requested that the increased height of six of the silo s be identified by either flying a balloon or some other methodology. Explanation of the horizontal tank to be replaced with vertical tanks is to meet the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) standards for air quality. The tallest tanks will be approximately 90 feet and the shorter ones 49 feet. Director will sen d out a memorandum to abutters noting the project and the new height of the silos. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed 1-10-11, Motion, Mr. Saiia, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Signed Executive 12 -13-10, previously voted on; signed this date. Executive 1-10-11 not signed, correction to be made. NOTICES AND COMMUNICATION : Director noted Zoning Board of Appeals petition of Priestly A. Bisong, d/b/a Best Auto, 40 Summer St, to operate used car lot for twenty vehicles - no comment from Board . Noted ZBA petition of Edward W. Alleva Jr., 92 Whalom Road, for outside storage and display of ten used vehicles fo r sale. Question was if this is a new use. Beside a permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals it would it require a development plan review. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC-no report MRPC- no report DPW Building Committee- reported final plans reviewed Capital Planning Committee - Director reported on the draft priori tization. CPC will meet with Town Manager as to funding sources. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes 1-24-11 Page 2 PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: Television Sessions - Director noted arrangements for the televisi ng of the first Board meeting each month beginning in February. Discussion included seating, attire, material, i.e. more precise details on agenda items including location. Census-Director noted that the latest news is that it will be March before all information is released. NRWA Workshop- Director reminded Board of the February 9 th workshop at the Eagle House. The workshop is entitled “Low Impact Development: A Better Way to Work in the Landscape”. Invitations have gone out and have also been placed in Town Hall mailboxes. Summer Street- Director reported on correspondence from the Town Manager funding of $50K from the State toward the re - design of Summer Street. Also, the State is looking for at least one of the three communities to identify a 43D sit e. Eagle House-The Committee is still waiting to hear on the grant. Green Community Task Force- Preparation for grant request on solar field on the landfill is continuing. Open Space- Next meeting is February 11, 2011. Committee members have committed to add additional information. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Highfield Village - Board has requested the letter from Highfield Village asking for the extension be presented at the next Planning Board meeting as the vote to extend was based on the receipt of the letter. Emerald Place at Lake Whalom - Report was given on number of boxes received. Villas and second large units are the next buildings to be completed. Tri Town Landin g- A brief visit from the Chair of the Stim ulus Funding office held on site. The purp ose was to visit a 40R site that had completed part of a project supported in part from that type of funding. The projection is that 50% of the two buildings of 66 units in all will be rented by February 1 st. A report of the number of school children is sent to the Lunenburg School Superintendent each week. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: MMA Annual Meeting- A brief report was given on seminars attended by attendees. Sign Bylaw- Director inquired as to what direction the Board will be taking concerning the Sign Bylaw. A short discussion was held concerning excess signs in the Town Center. Lunenburg Crossing- Director reported on remedial work in process. MEETING SCHEDULE: February 2011- February 14 Information Meeting for 1263 Reservoir Road, Keating Trust, followed by Planning Board meeting (to be televised). February 16 Master Planning Workshop February 28 Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Memorial Building DATA INFORMATION: Data folder containing items of interest not on agenda presented to members for viewin g, consisting of various data information. OFFICE: New copier/scanner/printer has been delivered to office. Connection and Instruction is due this week. EXECUTIVE SESSION: see separate minutes ADJOURNMENT: Vice Chair asked for Motion to go into Exec utive S ession for purpose of discussion of direction to Town Counsel in the O’Brien Homes (Aro Estate s Litigation), Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Lockwood, roll call vote, Mr. Bakaysa, aye, Mr. Lockwood, aye, Mr. Bodkin Jr., aye, Ms. Bilotta, aye, Mr. Saiia, aye. Adjourned Regular Session 8:00 PM. Minutes/2011/01-24-11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-02-10-agenda-3593.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-02-10 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-02-10-agenda-3593.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02102011-3593 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING WORKSHOP February 10, 2011 – 7:00 PM Town Hall, 17 Main Street Lunenburg, MA AGENDA Summer Street ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-02-14-agenda-3594.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-02-14 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-02-14-agenda-3594.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02142011-3594 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING February 14, 2011 – 6:30 PM Town Hall, 17 Main Street Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL for INFORMATION MEETING 2. INFORMATION MEETING- 1263 Reservoir Road, PJ Keating Company- tank & silo replacement 3. ROLL CALL for GENERAL SESSION 4. 1263 Reservoir Road, PJ Keating Company 5. CHAIR – Introduction to Duties of the Planning Board 6. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign Executive 1-10-11, Executive 1-24-11, Regular Session 1-24-11 7. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS Lunenburg Aggregation Plan IMA-Devens Household Hazardous Waste Facility 8. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 9. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: CHAPA/Lunenburg Estates Bylaw Changes/Annual Town Meeting Summer Street Green Community Task Force RFQ-Solar Installation, Town Landfill Open Space 134 Leominster Shirley Rd, Tradex Corp., c/o Charles Gitto Jr., zoning change CLURPA 10. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Highfield Village, 361 Mass Ave Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Rd 11. Lunenburg Crossing, 301 Mass Ave, bring site into compliance under Permit Directives See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 12. MEETING SCHEDULE: February 2-16-11 Master Planning Workshop 2-28-11 Planning Board Meeting March 3-14-11 Planning Board Meeting, televised 3-21-11 Master Planning Workshop 3-28-11 Planning Board Meeting 13. DATA INFORMATION 14. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES 15. OFFICE 16. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Aro Estates, Howard Street 17. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/02.14.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-02-14-agenda-3673.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-02-14 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-02-14-agenda-3673.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02142011-3673 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting Executive Session PL_BD_MINUTES_02.14.11_EXECSESSION.PDF 1. Documents: ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-02-14-agenda-3675.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-02-14 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-02-14-agenda-3675.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02142011-3675 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting: Keating Trust Meeting PL_BD_MINUTES_02.14.11_KEATING_TRUST_INFO_MTG.PDF 1. Documents: ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-02-14-minutes-3594.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-02-14 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-02-14-minutes-3594.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02142011-3594 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes February 14, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Town Hall, 17 Main Street, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Present: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Robert J. Saiia, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson Absent: Joanne Bilotta INFORMATION MEETING: See separate minutes. General Session Meeting called to order at 7:35 PM 1263 Reservoir Road, P.J. Keating Co. - Development Plan Review Findings and Directives - Chair read the Find ings into record and requested comment from Board Members. Questions concerning #12 and #13 arose (see attached copy of Findings). Clarification was requested as to the effect the waivers would have on the project. Concern was expressed that without a formal written Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) the Town records would not be complete. It was suggested more verbiage be added to #12 and #13. After the Chair read the Directives into record (see attached copy of Directives) , and more discussion ensued, no changes were made to #12 and #13. Discussion on #1 of the Directives included a reading of the content of the EIS by the Peer Reviewing Engineer. It was noted that all issues in the EIS were included on the Plan and a written EIS would be duplicat ion. Mr. Marsden ’s response as to the value of the meth odology of EIS reporting on the Plan v ersus an individual document was that he preferred it on the Plan as the Plan w ould be with the construction crew in the field. The purpose of the requested waiv er for placing utilities underground was that the footprint for the new towers was the same and all utilities were presently underground. It was further recommended that since Section 5.3 . allows the Planning Board to waive the height within the approval of a Development Plan Review and approval of the Fire Chief , that the Dir ectives be modified to address that issue by placing the item as #3 (following the other two waivers). The new #3 Directive shall read as follows : The Applicant ______will, ______will not be granted a waiver from the Protective Bylaw of the Town of Lunenburg, Amended through May 1, 2010 §5.3. Building Height, subsection 5.3.1.3 . “maximum height unless approved with a Development Plan Review and approval of the Fire Chief”. Chair as ked for a Motion to approve or disapprove Waiver #1 ( EIS report) . Motion, Mr. Lockwood, Second, Mr. Saiia. Discussion ensued. Mr. Lockwood commented that he was not comfortable allowing the waiver as it was customary procedure and the Applicant did not offer any reason it would be det rimental to the project. He felt the items listed in the EIS could be both on the Plan and submitted as a separate document. Board concurred . Vote was 4-0 not to grant Waiver #1 and the Applicant was instructed to submit a written EIS noted as Schedule J in the Rules and Regulations Governing the Subdivision of Land and under Section 5.3. of the Zoning Bylaw. Chair asked for a Motion to approve or disapprove Waiver #2 (underground utilities) . Motion to approve, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Second, Mr. Lockwood. Roll call vote- Mr. Saiia, nay; Mr. Bodkin Jr., aye; Mr. Lockwood, aye; Mr. Bakaysa, aye. The vote was 3-1. Chair asked for a Motion to approve or disapprove Waiver #3 (granting increased height) . Motion to approve, Mr. Bo dkin Jr., Second, Mr. Saiia. Roll call vote- Mr. Saiia, aye; Mr. Bodkin Jr., aye; Mr. Lockwood, aye; Mr. Bakaysa, aye. The vote was 4-0 to grant waiver #3. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes February 14, 2011 Page 2 Chair asked for a Motion to approve the Findings and Directive s as amended. Motion to approve, Mr. Bodkin Jr, Second, Mr. Saiia. Roll call vote- Mr. Saiia, aye; Mr. Bodkin Jr., aye; Mr. Lockwood, aye; Mr. Bakaysa, aye. The vote was 4-0. CHAIR– Introduction to Duties of the Planning Board – Chair gave a brief intr oduction of th e goals and objective s of the Planning Board. He noted the rights of the land - and home- owners as well as what is in the best interest of the Town as it related to zoning objectives. He pointed out the goal of protecting the rural characte r of the Town as well as consideration of the tax base from commercial developments . He stated that zoning is always fluid with changes and mandates and Planning must be looking at the vision set for today and looking for the vision of tomorrow. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed Executive 1 -10-11, Motion, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Second, Mr. Saiia. Signed Executive 1 -24-11, Motion Mr. Bodkin Jr., Second, Mr. Saiia. Signed Regular Session 1-24-11, Motion, Mr. Saiia, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr. NOTICES AND COMMUNICATION : IMA Devens Household Hazardous Waste Facility - Board of Selectm en voted at its February meeting to be part of the Facility Plan with nine other communities. SelectBoard also approved a Lunenburg Aggregation Plan. Request for Proposal (RFP) will be sent out. Copies available at SelectBoard’s office. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC- No report MRPC- Mr. Bodkin Jr. reported on a presentation on “ In The Cloud” - a basic tracking system to which components can be added. DPW Building Committee- No report Capital Planning Committee- Director reported that the Committee is ready to meet with the Town Manager on the priori tization list prepared by the Committee and funding process. Nashua River Workshop - Director noted that the workshop was centered on Low Impact Development (LID) and stormwater procedures. Two other workshops are plan ned which appear to be more in depth on the topic. Director will let members know upon receipt of notice. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: Bylaw Changes/Annual Town Meeti ng- Director informed the Board that the Warrant for Town Meeting Article s was opened on February 8 th and will close on March 14th. Chair asked members to bring forth concerns for the Board’s February 28 th meeting. CHAPA, Lunenburg Estates- Director read CHAPA letter to Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Chair, Donald Bowen concerning status of 40B entitled Lunenburg Estates (1229 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg), and CHAPA (Citizen s’ Housing and Planning Assoc iation). CHAPA is the monitoring assoc iation for this project . The applicant is Bovenzi Inc., Leominster, MA. Report is available at the ZBA office in the Ritter Memorial Building. Summer Street- A brief discussion was held on proposal for three towns (Fitchburg, Lunenburg, and Leominster) to reconstruct Summer St. Noted meeting of Board of Selectmen and the Planning Board. Questioned was how the percentage of cost for the design was created. Response was the length of roadway in each community. Chair asked member s to take a visual look at Summer Street. Green Community Task Force- Director noted RFP has been prepared for a solar farm a t the old Town landfill. John Londa gave a report to the Board of Selectmen . Issue was brought forth that portions of the landfill have already been designated f or other purposes. Also noted was the portion of cost that could be pas sed on t o the ratepayers. The Task Force will meet February 15th to discuss these issues. Open Space- Director reported all the work has been done. She noted that the Committee had u ntil 2014 to address the issues. The Committee chose to address them immediately to ensure Lunenburg’s status for funding. The report is being put together for submittal to the Planning Board, Conservation Commission, Board of Selectmen and MRPC. 134 Leo minster Shirley Road Tradex Corp. c/o Charles Gitto- Director notified the Board that Whitman & Bingham Associates, LLC will seek a zoning change from Industrial to Commercial. The Applicant wants the Planning Board to sponsor the Article on the Warrant. Chair asked for members to view the area. Director will try to reach Ecological Fibers to inquire as to their long range plan. It will be important as to amount of land that could be considered for a zoning change. CLURPA Tabled until next meeting. ===PAGE 3=== Minutes February 14, 2011 Page 3 DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Highfield Village, 361 Mass Ave- Project Engineer Kent Oldfield submitted a new sewer design to the Sewer Commission and the Planning Board. The Sewer Manager has sent the design out for review to Weston & Sampson, their reviewing engineer. The Board will have to do a quick review to ascertain whether the new design will affect the Planning Board’s review. Emerald Place at Lake Whalom , 10 Lakefront - Director noted that the building report from Jay Hoa g noted they will start setting the 2 nd multi-family on Feb ruary 15 th and the tower will be set one day each on February 15 th, 18 th, 23 rd and 25 th. In addition, four trucks will arrive with modular boxes from February 14th – February 25th. The status of occupancy is that nine out of ten townhouses are leased to own. Further townhouses will not be constructed until spring. Weather permitting , the multi- family second unit will be constructed starting February 14 th. The first multi has on e ownership and 27 units lea sed to own. Model is open. The villa has one model up and completed and will be ready to show. There are 20+ boxes on site and more will be delivered the week of February 20 th. There was one issue concerning snow. Once informed , the Applicant took care of it immediately. Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Rd- Director noted report on school children in the units rented presently ; 17 children in 30 units. The School Superintendent also received the report and is checking if any of the stud ents were already register ed by being residents in other housing in Lunenburg. So far only six students have entered the system. Director has begun researching the 40S connection to 40R developments. Lunenburg students in the 40R would have to qualify. Presently two towns have qualified, but have not been funded. The process will not be addressed until the annual report to the State, July 1st. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Lunenburg Crossing - Work was not completed before the recent snow. The Conservation Agent has some concerns. Inspections and regrouping will start again when the weather permits. MEETING SCHEDULE: February 2011- February 16, Master Planning Workshop February 28, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Memorial Building March 2011- March 14, Planning Board Meeting –televised March 21, Master Planning Workshop March 28, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Memorial Building DATA INFORMATION: Data folder containing items of interest not on agenda presented to members for viewing, consisting of various data information. OFFICE. No issues EXECUTIVE SESSION: Separate minutes ADJOURNMENT: Adjourned Regular Session 8:20 PM to enter Executive Session. Minutes/2011/02-14-11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-02-16-agenda-3595.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-02-16 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-02-16-agenda-3595.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02162011-3595 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING February 16, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA MINUTES: Sign 1-19-11 workshop Master Planning Topics Agenda/2011/02.16.11 Mp workshop ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-02-16-minutes-3595.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-02-16 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-02-16-minutes-3595.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02162011-3595 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Workshop Minutes Master Planning February 16, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Joanna L. Bilotta, Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson Absent: Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Robert J. Saiia Attendee: Select Board Chair, Paula Bertram Chair opened workshop meeting and listed three topics for discussion : 1) 134 Leominster Shirley Road - requested zoning change from Industrial to Commercial, 2) Summer Street - design/zoning changes, and 3) Center Plan. Question was brought forth as to relation of the three topics to Master Planning. Ms. B ilotta explained that her desire is to concentrate on updating the previous plan section by section. Chair noted that Summer Street was a current issue that needed to be addressed. Workshop continued in reviewing the Summer Street area and discussing design elements such as sidewalk, bike paths and green screening. Also discussed was the zoning pertaining to commer cial and/or industrial. The desired width of Summer Street was explored. The question posed is whether or not the street should be reconstructed as a two lane or a four lane road. For the purpose of future discussions and recommendations, the Chair and Vice Chair will return to the site and draw a sketch pertaining to the above discussion as a base of the study. Further discussion was held on creating a design bylaw to assist in managing the appearance of the Town. Director will research other communities and seek estimates for professional help in writing the bylaw. The Director was also asked to invite Patricia Donigan to a meeting for discussion on design. Further discussion pe rtained to a zoning change at 134 Leominster Shirley Road. Ms. Bilotta sought clarification as to the support sought by the applicant. Present members noted support. Motion to adjourn, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Lockwood, adjourned 8:45 PM. MINUTES: 1-19-11 tabled to next meeting. Minutes/2011/2-16-11 MP workshop ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-02-28-agenda-3596.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-02-28 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-02-28-agenda-3596.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02282011-3596 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING February 28, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign 2-14-11, Executive 2-14-11, Information Meeting P.J. Keating 2-14-11 3. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS 4. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 5. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: Town Warrant Closes, 3-14-11 Town Caucus, 3-21-11 Televised Repeats Summer Street Green Community Task Force Open Space 6. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: Bylaw Changes/Annual Town Meeting 134 Leominster Shirley Rd, Tradex Corp., c/o Charles Gitto Jr., zoning change CLURPA See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 8. MEETING SCHEDULE: March 3-14-11 Planning Board Meeting - televised 3-21-11 Master Planning Workshop 3-28-11 Planning Board Meeting 9. DATA INFORMATION 10. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES 11. OFFICE 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION 13. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/02.28.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-02-28-minutes-3596.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-02-28 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-02-28-minutes-3596.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02282011-3596 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes February 28, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Present: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Robert J. Saiia, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson Absent: Joanne Bilotta MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed Executive 2-14-11, Motion, Mr. Saiia, Second, Mr. Lockwood. Signed Regular Session 2-14- 11, Motion, Mr. Lockwood, Second, Mr. Saiia. Signed Keating Information Meeting 2-14-11, Motion Mr. Lockwood, Second, Mr. Saiia. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC- Mr. Saiia submitted population reports. Filed in Planning Office. MRPC- no report DPW Building Committee- no report Capital Planning Committee- Director reported prioritization completed. The total amount for FY12 is $ $538,765.00. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: Town Warrant Closes, 3-14-11- Director noted closing date to Board. Town Caucus, 3-21-11- Director informed Board. Due to conflict, the Master Planning Workshop was changed to March 23rd. Televised Repeats - Repeats of Planning Board meeting are Wednesdays 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM, Saturday s 2:00 PM , and Sundays 2:00 PM. Summer Street- Brief discussion was held on design along roadway. Ch air will create a sketch. A 43D site will be researched by Director. Green Community Task Force - Director reported that the process for a solar field at the old landfill is ongoing . A meeting is being planned with Unitil. Open Space- Director presented the finished Open Space Plan that will be re -submitted to the State. The Ad Hoc Committee completed the nine items requested by the State and integrated the information into the Plan. The Plan was accepted by the State with the directive to fulfill the nine requested items by 2014. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront- Reports show continued work as described in previous report. Tri Town Landin g, 37 Youngs Rd - Renting is ongoing. New report of school -age children wil l be forward ed by mid-March. Discussion ensued concerning the 4 0S component. To date , the information has been the lack of funding for the 4 0S. Director is seeking more information. Attendee Select Board Chair noted concern and would approach the State. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes 2-28-11 Page 2 UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: Bylaw Changes/Annual Town Meeting - 134 Leominster Shirley Rd., Tradex Corp., c/o Charles Gitto Jr., Zoning Change - Director presented written Article read ied to be submitted for the Town Meetin g Warrant. Discussion ensued concerning the Planning Board ’s support of the Article. The consensus was that the Board preferred not to be the submitters for the presentation of the Article; vote taken not to submit Article for Town Warrant – Motion, Mr. Lockwood, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Vote 4-0. It was noted that the applicant could still present by petition to the Board of Selectmen. Further discussion ensued regarding protected measures such as Design Standards for Districts , primarily before zoning changes. Director was instructed to write design standards for the Commercial District. A “place holder” w ill be submitted for the Town Warrant for an Article for design standards for the Commercial District. CLURPA-tabled MEETING SCHEDULE: March 2011- March 14, Planning Board Meeting –televised March 21, Town Caucus March 23, Master Planning Workshop March 28, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Memorial Building DATA INFORMATION: Data folder containing items of interest not on agenda presented to member s for viewing, consisting of various data information. OFFICE. No issues Minutes/2011/02.28.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-14-agenda-3597.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-14 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-14-agenda-3597.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03142011-3597 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING March 14, 2011 – 6:30 PM Town Hall, 17 Main Street Lunenburg, MA REVISED AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign 2-28-11 3. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS 4. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 5. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 40S FEMA Flood Insurance Study (FIS) materials Town Caucus, 3-21-11 Televised Repeats Summer Street Green Community Task Force Open Space 6. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Highfield Village, Northfield Road Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: Bylaw Changes/Annual Town Meeting 134 Leominster Shirley Rd, Tradex Corp., c/o Charles Gitto Jr., zoning change CLURPA See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 8. MEETING SCHEDULE: March 3-23-11 Master Planning Workshop, request for change 3-28-11 Planning Board Meeting – Ritter Building April 4-11-11 Planning Board Meeting – Town Hall 4-18-11 Master Planning Workshop 4-25-11 Planning Board Meeting – Ritter Building 9. DATA INFORMATION 10. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES: 925 Mass Ave, Trustee of L&M Service Center Inc. 11. OFFICE 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. Litigation concerning court case O’Brien vs Town of Lunenburg. 13. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/03.14.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-14-agenda-3672.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-14 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-14-agenda-3672.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03142011-3672 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-14-agenda-3674.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-14 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-14-agenda-3674.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03142011-3674 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting Executive Session PL_BD_MINUTES_03.14.11_EXECSESSION.PDF 1. Documents: ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-14-minutes-3597.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-14 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-14-minutes-3597.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03142011-3597 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== ===PAGE 2=== ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-21-agenda-3598.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-21 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-21-agenda-3598.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03212011-3598 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING March 21, 2011 – 8:15 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA ROLL CALL MINUTES: Approve 3-14-11 EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. Litigation concerning court case O’Brien vs Town of Lunenburg. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/03.21.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-21-minutes-3598.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-21 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-21-minutes-3598.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03212011-3598 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-28-agenda-3599.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-28 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-28-agenda-3599.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03282011-3599 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING March 28, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign 3-14-11, Executive 3-14-11, Executive 3-21-11 3. APPOINTMENT: 6:45 PM, ANR- Harry Kubetz, 125 Howard Street, David Ross Associates 4. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 6. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: Summer Street Green Community Task Force MRPC Meetings Public Hearing, 4-11-11, Zoning Articles 7. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Highfield Village, Northfield Road Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: Annual Town Meeting 134 Leominster Shirley Rd, Tradex Corp., c/o Charles Gitto Jr., zoning change CLURPA See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 9. MEETING SCHEDULE: March 3-30-11 Master Planning Workshop April 4-11-11 Planning Board Meeting & Public Hearing for Town Zoning Articles 4-18-11 Master Planning Workshop – reschedule due to State holiday 4-25-11 Planning Board Meeting 10. DATA INFORMATION 11. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES 925 Mass Ave., Trustee of L&M Svc Ctr, Inc. 12. OFFICE 13. EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. 14. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/03.28.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-28-agenda-3671.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-28 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-28-agenda-3671.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03282011-3671 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting Executive Session1. ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-28-minutes-3599.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-28 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-28-minutes-3599.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03282011-3599 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes March 28, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Present: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Joanna L. Bilotta, Rober t J. Saiia, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed- 3-14-11, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Executive 3-14-11, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Executive 3-21-11, Motion, Mr. Saiia, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr. APPOINTMENT: ANR - Harry Kubetz, 125 Howard, David Ross Associates - David LeRoy presented. Mr LeRoy noted property line changes that showed a parcel swap. All paperwork in order. ANR will be sent through the accepted procedure to departments. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC- No report-meeting this week. MRPC-No report-meeting this week. DPW Building Committee- Vice Chair Bilotta reported that all sub -bids were in and meeting this week w ill address regular bids for general contractor, and will be opened. Noted was the 1.5 million budget and sub-bids were higher than expected. Capital Planning Committee - Director noted that through review of general budget, no changes to the FY Capital Plan have been sent to the Committee to date. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: Summer Street- Director reported that the appointed committee will be meeting with MRPC on March 29, 2011. Green Community Task Force- Director reported that the Task Force was continuing with the Solar Field. Thr ough discussions with the Board of Health Chair and Town Manager it was noted that the Town , along with other Towns , are encouraged to use landfills for solar fields. The Task Force is also studying wind energy and other renewable energy sources. Public Hearing, 4-11-11, Zoning Articles - Chair reminded Board of Public Hearing for 134 Leominster Rd, Tradex Corp c/o Charles Gitto,Jr. zoning change and the change to Bylaw Section 4.6. Design Standards. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Highfield Village, Northfield Road- Motion to accept extension for Highfield Village on Northfield Road , Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Saiia. Extension approval to June 30, 2011. Approval letter supplied to project engineer, applicant, and Sewer Department. Emerald Place at Lake Whalom , 10 Lakefront - No new information. Discussion ensued concerning the Lease -to-Own procedure. Questions raised pertaining to future of the procedure and how it will pertain to tax revenues . Also discussed was the status of an Association, Master Plan , etc. Director will discuss with the Assessors. Director noted that she has sought data on any school-age children. Superintendent Calmes will determine if noted children are already in the system. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes 3-28-11 Page 2 Tri Town Landin g, 37 Youngs R d- Mr. Caselden is seeking invoices pertaining to water and sewer . He was directed to the correct department. A new report will be forthcoming April 1st. There has been no new information on further construction. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: Annual Town Meeting - Chair noted Town Meeting date of May 7, 2011 . A meeting will be posted prior to start time of 9:00 AM. CLURPA- Director submitted a fact sheet to the Board on the Comprehensive Land Use Reform and Partnership Act (CLURPA). The proposed act is the first major updating of the Commonwealth’s planning/zoning and Subdivision Control Statutes in many years. The proposed act will have a public hearing shortly. The format outlined will affect the Town’s Master Plan and Zoning Bylaw. The Direc tor recommended to the Board that they review the outline of the Act as it relates to the Zoning Act c40A, Master Plans, c41 & 81D, Subdivision Control Law c41 and Land Use Partnership Act c40U. MEETING SCHEDULE: March 2011- March 30, Master Planning Workshop, Ritter Memorial Building April 2011- April 11, Planning Board Meeting & Public Hearings, Town Hall April 13, Master Planning Workshop, Ritter Memorial Building April 25, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Memorial Building DATA INFORMATION: Data folder containing items of interest not on agenda presented to members for viewing, consisting of various data information - Reviewed MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES: 925 Mass Ave., Trustee of L&M Service Center Inc. - Mr. Bodkin brought to the table his concern over the unoccupied gas station at 925 Mass Avenue. The station has become an eyesore and there has been no action concerning sale or otherwise. Mr. Bodkin noted some remedies . Mr. Bodkin ’s suggestion was that a member of the Planning Board and a member of the Board of Selectmen research and investigate solutions so that the space is accommodated to reflect the center of Town. It was further suggested that a workshop meeting be set up with the Planning Board and Board of Selectmen to discuss the situa tion and look toward a solution. Mr . Bodkin will compose a letter addressing the Board of Selectmen. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Motion to adjourn to Executive Session, not to return to General Session, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Saiia, Roll Call Vote, Mr. Saiia, aye; Mr. Lockwood, aye; Mr. Bodkin Jr., aye; Ms. Bilotta, aye; Mr. Bakaysa, aye. ADJOURNMENT: 7:45 PM Minutes/2011/03.28.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-28-minutes-3671.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-28 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-28-minutes-3671.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03282011-3671 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-30-agenda-3600.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-30 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-30-agenda-3600.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03302011-3600 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING March 30, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA MINUTES: Sign 1-19-11 workshop, 2-16-11 workshop Master Planning Topics Agenda/2011/03.30.11 Mp workshop ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-03-30-minutes-3600.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-03-30 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-03-30-minutes-3600.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03302011-3600 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Workshop Minutes Master Planning March 30, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Present: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Nathan J. Lockwood, Robert J. Saiia, Marion M. Benson Absent: Joanne Bilotta, Thomas Bodkin Jr. Minutes: Signed 1-19-11 and 2-16-11. Discussions: Overlay District: Director presented cut sheets on Overlay Districts from Massachusetts Land Use and Planning Law written by Mark Bobrowski. Part of the discussion concerned a population shift to the Whalom area and enhancements to the residents in that area. Summer Street: Director reported on meeting with MRPC. Each community was given a set of maps entitled Summer Street Zoning Map, Summer Street Zoning Map Target Area, Summer Street Land Use Map, and Summer Street Land Use Map Target Area, along with a Scope of Servi ces & Schedule . Director read Scope of Services & Schedule and will e -mail material tomorrow. Chair noted that clarification was needed of the Scope of Services & Schedule . Board “brainstormed” ideas concerning the purposes and amenities that relate their vision for the Town . Board envisions detailed planning to encourage a center-like street scene that would include shops and services with possible second floor space for offices, etc. Chair appointed a sub -committee consisting of Nathan Lockwood, Joanne Bilotta and himself to design area. Director is to seek status of workshop meetings and locate local artist who has done past work in Town. Center Planning: Board started their discussion on location of Center. “Where is the ideal center and what should it include ?” Discussion ensued and included the following as part of the Center: educational hub, administrative services, church, historical society, library, teen center, Eagle House, proposed senior residential area, Parish House, Marshall Park, Harley House, gazebo, and retail commercial area. Issu es noted as follows: future of high school (including re -use, if necessary), parking, walkability , accessibility, sidewalks, and bike paths. A list to be generated by Mr. Lockwood will be an attachment to these minutes. Input: Board discussed once the initial work is done and c ompiled into a report, the Town Boards and interested citizens will be invited for further input. Next Agenda: Continuation of Summer Street and Center Planning. Motion to adjourn: Mr. Lockwood, Second, Mr. Saiia, adjournment 8:30 PM. Minutes/2011/3-30-11 MP workshop ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-04-11-agenda-3601.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-04-11 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-04-11-agenda-3601.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04112011-3601 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING April 11, 2011 – 6:30 PM Town Hall, 17 Main Street Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. 6:30 PM, PUBLIC HEARING: Zoning Articles, Annual Town Meeting Zoning Change, 134 Leominster Shirley Road New Bylaw Section, Design Standards 3. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign 3-28-11, Executive 3-28-11 4. PLAN SIGNATURES: ANR- Kubetz/Covington, 125 & 55 Howard Street 5. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS: LID (Low Impact Development) Workshop Zoning Board of Appeals Notices Conservation Commission Notices 6. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC HRS (Human Resource Service Compensation Study) DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 7. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 131 Leominster Shirley Road, Alden Bianchi, Trustee Highfield Village, Northfield Road Summer Street Green Community Task Force Open Space 8. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: Annual Town Meeting- Discussions Zoning Change, 134 Leominster Shirley Road New Bylaw Section, Design Standards See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 10. MEETING SCHEDULE: April 4-13-11 Master Planning Workshop 4-25-11 Planning Board Meeting May 5-9-11 Planning Board Meeting 5-16-11 Master Planning Workshop 5-23-11 Planning Board Meeting 11. DATA INFORMATION 12. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES 925 Mass Ave., Trustee of L&M Svc Ctr, Inc. 13. OFFICE 14. EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. Litigation concerning court case O’Brien vs Town of Lunenburg 15. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/04.11.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-04-11-minutes-3601.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-04-11 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-04-11-minutes-3601.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04112011-3601 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes April 11, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Town Hall, 17 Main Street, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: following Public Hearing ROLL CALL: Present: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Joanna L. Bilotta, Robert J. Saiia, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson PUBLIC HEARING: See separate minutes MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed- 3-28-11, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Executive 3-28-11, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr. NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS: Zoning Board of Appeals and Conservation Commission Notices- Noted and on file in the Planning Office. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC- No report MRPC- Agency audit took place and new proposed compensation step scheme which will be voted o n at next meeting. HRS (Human Resource Service Compensation Study)- Noted by Director DPW Building Committee- Still looking at Bids. General Bids will be April 21st, 10 AM, Town Hall. Capital Planning Committee- No updates PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 131 Leominster Shirley Road, Alden Bianchi, Trustee - Actual address is 151 Leominster Shirley Road, PSG Realty 393 -435 LLC. Applicant to come before the Planning Board on April 25 th to give project overview. Public Hearing to be scheduled for May 23rd. Highfield Village, Northfield Road - Received extension on Conservation Commission Order of Conditions to November 20, 2011. Summer Street - Noted office research project listing abutters up to 500 feet from Summer Street. Listing include s parcel number, owner, mailing address of owner, acreage, and whether or not the parcel contains a structure. Ms. Bilotta inquired if a Select Board meeting had been scheduled to discuss the possibility of making Summer Street four lanes; two in each dir ection. Director said no meeting scheduled at this time and suggested Ms. Bilotta submits to Select Board in a letter. VGB representative to contact Planning office for appointment time to come and discuss at a Board meeting. Green Community Task Force - Solar panels have been placed on the Turkey Hill Middle School. Bid openings for the solar field at the landfill are April 14 th, 2 PM. Task Force is looking for alternatives to the Stretch Code for qualification to become a “Green Community". The Task Force anticipates asking the Town to accept the Stretch Code at Fall Town Meeting. Open Space - Both the State and MRPC have commended the Town for its updated Open Space Plan. Director noted Committee members Janice Carrier, Brandon Kibbe, Richard Brockelm an, and Sharon Jordan. Plans will be located in both the Library and Town Hall in the near future. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes 4-11-11 Page 2 DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom , 10 Lakefront - 90% of Building Two is done, 60% of Building Three. One villa currently occupied at Lease-to-Own. Condominium documents received and sent to Town Counsel for review. Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Rd- Current student count is 17. Director awaiting word from School Department as to whether or not these students are new to Lunenburg or just moving from another location within Lunenburg. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: Lunenburg Estates- Ms. Bilotta inquired to status. Director to inquire of Zoning Board of Appeals as to extension date. Annual Town Meeting- Discussions- Zoning Change, 134 Leominster Shirley Road - Planning Board recommendation to be made at Town Meeting. Board to meet at 8:30 AM, High School Cafeteria, prior to Town Meeting. New Bylaw Section, Design Standards - Mr. Lockwood requested re -wording in the Reasonings to give more attention to aesthetics and verification of the word “council” vs “counsel”. Ms. Bilotta made Motion to submit Design Standards at Town Meeting, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr., all aye. MEETING SCHEDULE: April 2011- April 13, Master Planning Workshop, Ritter Memorial Building- Chair not available; Vice Chair Bilotta to Chair. April 25, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Memorial Building May 2011- May 9, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall May 16, Master Planning Workshop, Ritter Memorial Building- Rescheduled to May 18th. May 23, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Memorial Building- As this is expected to be a televised Public Hearing, Director will check as to whether or not the May 9th meeting will also be televised. DATA INFORMATION: Data folder containing items of interest not on agenda presented to members for viewing, consisting of various data information - Reviewed MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES: 925 Mass Ave., Trustee of L&M Svc Ctr Inc. - Property has been vacant for some tim e and any action at a standstill due to possible liability in terms of petroleum products that may/may not be on site. Mr. Bodkin J r., through research with the DEP and Attorney General’s Office , learned that agreements, such as a covenant, could be enter ed into between the State and a prospective buyer. Under Statute 21E, the Town is exempt from any liability if it moves forward and takes the property. The same liability limitations would apply to the mortgage holder on the property . Mr. Bodkin Jr. sug gested possibly the mortgage holder should be contacted. Funds may be available through the EPA for the Town to remove petroleum products on site. Mr. Bodkin Jr. to summarize information to Director, who can then inform the Select Board and Town Manager . ANR- Harry Kubetz, 125 Howard, David Ross Associates- Approved/signed by Board. ADJOURNMENT: Motion, Ms. Bilotta to go into Executive Session and not to return to General Session, Second, Mr. Saiia, all aye. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Separate minutes. Minutes/2011/04.11.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-04-13-agenda-3602.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-04-13 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-04-13-agenda-3602.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04132011-3602 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING April 13, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA MINUTES: Sign 3-30-11 workshop Master Planning Topics Summer Street Town Center CLURPA (Comprehensive Land Use Reform and Partnership Act) Agenda/2011/04.13.11 Mp workshop ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-04-25-agenda-3603.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-04-25 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-04-25-agenda-3603.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04252011-3603 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING April 25, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. APPOINTMENTS: 6:40 PM- PSG Realty 393-435, LLC, 151 Leominster- Shirley Road, David Ross Associates 7:00 PM- Emerald Place at Lake Whalom 3. MINUTES – APPROVAL: 4-11-11, Zoning Articles Public Hearing 4-11-11, Executive 4-11-11, Executive 3-28-11 4. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 6. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 332 Mass Ave, Cote, BC, Doyle, CC, Morrisey, S, Trustees 925 Mass Ave, Trustee of L&M Svc Ctr, Inc Summer Street Green Community Task Force 7. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: Lunenburg Estates, 1229 Mass Ave Annual Town Meeting Section 4.6.5. Design Standards CLURPA See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 9. MEETING SCHEDULE: April 4-27-11 Master Planning Workshop May 5-7-11 Planning Board Meeting, 8:30 AM, HS Cafeteria 5-9-11 Planning Board Meeting 5-18-11 Master Planning Workshop 5-23-11 Public Hearing & Planning Board Meeting 10. DATA INFORMATION 11. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES 12. OFFICE 13. EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. Litigation concerning court case O’Brien vs Town of Lunenburg 14. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/04.25.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-04-25-minutes-3603.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-04-25 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-04-25-minutes-3603.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04252011-3603 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes April 25, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Present: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Joanna L. Bilotta, Rober t J. Saiia, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson APPOINTMENTS: PSG Realty 393 -435, LLC, 151 Leominster -Shirley Road- Jessie Johnson from David E. Ross Associates presented the site layout plan to the Planning Board for Powell Stone & Gravel Co. Inc.’s project. The site is at 151 Leominster Shirley Road. An ANR Plan was approved in 2009 for this lot which was purchased from Padula/Shirley Road Realty Trust. Powell Stone & Gravel will construct a n office and a building to house their trucks. A Development Plan Review has been submitted. A Tech meeting will be held on May 11, 2011. Emerald Place at Lake Whalom - Gary Crossen, Jack Sullivan, and Jay Hoag , along with their Designing Engineer Anthony Cleaves from Whitman & Bingham prese nted a new structure design which sho ws the villas in place of the townhouses. The villa design is more in demand than the townhouses. The villa placement leaves more green space. It was determined and verified in conversation with Town Counsel that as neither the infrastructure nor the number change in this design, ther e is no reason to hold a public hearing. Mr. Bodkin Jr. noted his discomfort as the Plan does not present enough of the visual in representing the change; he would like a site visit. He will make arrangements with Mr. Hoag. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed- 4-11-11, Motion, Mr. Saiia, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Executive 3 -28-11, Motion , Mr. Saiia, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Zoning Articles Public Hearing 4-11-11, Motion, Mr. Saiia, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC- Mr. Saiia reported on 3% increase in roadway in the region. MRPC- Mr. Bodkin Jr. reported on the Human Resource study for MRPC . MRPC will vote on the report which will represent some salary increases. DPW Building Commit tee- Ms. Bilotta reported th e general bids came in at $ 1.287 million . T his is over the $1.1 million awarded at Town Meeting. Ms. Bilotta noted the increase in all construction products. The Committee will have to review all aspects of the plan for cuts and/or go back to Town Meeting for additional funding. Capital Planning Committee - There is no change. Board of Selectmen noted displeasure on funding , but will consider their recommendation at Town Meeting. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 332 Massachusetts Avenue, Cote, BC, Doyle, CC, Morrisey, S., Trustees - Director noted that a new plan for siting Asian Imperial Garden will be submitted shortly by Marsden Engineer on behalf of the applicant. 925 Massachusetts Avenue, Trustee of L&M Svc Ctr, Inc.- Mr. Bodkin Jr. reported that he did not have the summary completed of his findings of the situation and issues at this site. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes 4-25-11 Page 2 Summer Street - Director reported t here are two active parts to Summer Street - 1) the Alternative Analysis funded by Town Meeting through an appropriation and , 2) an MRPC project funded through a grant. The Alternative Analysis is generally geared toward roadway design and the MRPC project is geared toward land use. The MRPC project is underway and th e Alternative Analysis project will get under way after Town Meeting. Green Community Task Force - Director noted solar panels are being placed on the Middle School. Also presented w as a list of companies requesting Bid Documents for the Solar Field at the landfill. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront- See above appointment. Tri Town Landin g, 37 Youngs Rd - Director presented Mr. Caselden’s r eport noting the age and count of school children residing at Tri Town Landing. It was noted that Representative Benson will need these figures as they relate to Chapter 40S. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: Lunenburg Estates , 1229 Massachusetts Avenue - Director reported that the extended approval for this 40B project will run through September 20, 2011. Annual Town Meeting , Section 4.6.5., Design Standards - The Chair opened the Board meeting for discussion due to a citizen request to be heard on the noted Section. Mr. David Rodgers spoke on several issues with the propose d bylaw. He noted 4.6.5.2.a) Occupied Lot Area, 2. - It was noted that the equation was in error and need ed to be fixed. The next item was Flat Roofs 4.6.5.2 d) . which was noted that the demand that they be prohibited was a violation of rights. Chair ex plained reasoning. 4.6.5.2.j) 1. Parking in the rear was also a major issue brought forth , as well as sidewalks from the street line, 4.6.5.2.k). Mr. Rodgers noted both were subjective and interfered with good performance of planning design. The discus sion concerned fencing 4.6.5.2.n) 3 . resulted in deleting it from the proposed bylaw . The meeting discussions were helpful with issues raised and explanation and purposes discussed. The Chair thanked Mr. Rodger s for coming forth with concerns and noted that the exchange and discussions were of assistance to the Board. CLURPA- Tabled MEETING SCHEDULE: April 2011- 4-27-11, Master Planning Workshop – cancelled - will post cancellation in AM. May 2011- May 7, Planning Board Meeting, 8:30 AM, HS Cafeteria May 9, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall May 18, Master Planning Workshop, Ritter Memorial Building May 23, Public Hearing & Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall DATA INFORMATION: Data folder containing items of interest not on agenda presented to members for viewing, consisting of various data information - Reviewed MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES: Director noted the memo on Take Back Day for discarded medications, etc. Director noted the breakdown of legal expenses has not yet been received from Town Counsel. ADJOURNMENT: Motion, Mr. Lockwood, Second, Mr. Saiia, all aye, adjourned 9:30 PM. Minutes/2011/04.11.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-04-27-agenda-3604.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-04-27 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-04-27-agenda-3604.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272011-3604 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING April 27, 2011 – 6:30 PM Ritter Memorial Building, 960 Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA MINUTES: Sign 3-30-11 workshop Master Planning Topics Summer Street Town Center CLURPA (Comprehensive Land Use Reform and Partnership Act) Agenda/2011/04.27.11 Mp workshop ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-05-07-agenda-3606.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-05-07 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-05-07-agenda-3606.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05072011-3606 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING May 7, 2011 – 8:30 AM High School Cafeteria, Massachusetts Avenue Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. WARRANT ARTICLES Agenda/2011/05.07.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-05-09-agenda-3607.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-05-09 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-05-09-agenda-3607.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05092011-3607 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING May 9, 2011 – 6:30 PM Town Hall, 17 Main Street Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. APPOINTMENTS: 6:40 PM- Marsden Engineering- 332 Mass Ave, Cote, BC, Doyle, CC, Morrisey, S, Trustees 3. MINUTES – APPROVAL: 4-25-11, Executive 4-11-11 4. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC MRPC Energy Advisory Committee DPW Building Committee 6. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 925 Mass Ave, Trustee of L&M Svc Ctr, Inc Green Community Task Force Lunenburg Crossing 7. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: MMA Annual Town Meeting CLURPA See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 9. MEETING SCHEDULE: May 5-18-11 Master Planning Workshop, Ritter 5-23-11 Public Hearing & Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall June 6-13-11 Public Hearing & Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall 6-20-11 Master Planning Workshop, Ritter 6-27-11 Planning Board Meeting, Ritter 10. DATA INFORMATION 11. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES 12. OFFICE 13. EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. Litigation concerning court case O’Brien vs Town of Lunenburg 14. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/05.09.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-05-09-agenda-3628.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-05-09 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-05-09-agenda-3628.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05092011-3628 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting- Executive Session PL_BD_MINUTES_05.09.11_EXECSESSION.PDF 1. Documents: ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-05-09-minutes-3607.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-05-09 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-05-09-minutes-3607.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05092011-3607 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes May 9, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Town Hall, 17 Main Street, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Present: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Joanna L. Bilotta, Robert J. Saiia, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Marion M. Benson Absent: Nathan J. Lockwood APPOINTMENT: Marsden Engineering - 332 Massachusetts Avenue, Cote, BC, Doyle, CC, Morrisey, S., Trustees - Mr. Marsden presented a design for a restaurant with a sushi bar with 20 seats and 15 tables. The project r equired 25 parking spaces, but will present 33 on the plan. Ingre ss and egress will be on Electric Avenue. Discussed with Police Chief and Fire Chief. Pavement will be marked w ith proper signage. Engineer w ill look at 2A exit only to Lunenburg Center after a Tech Meeting. S uggestion is an emergency exit with a lock box and dressed with pavers. The present building will be torn down. Original plan was Asian design but the engineer led them to a design that would refle ct a New England motif. D umpster and loading dock will be in the back. Project will require a grease trap. Drainage will be calculated and peer reviewed. There will be screening and fencing. Landscaping will be 18’ high plantings as not to obstruct sight distances. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed- 4-25-11, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Executive 4-11-11, Mr. Bodkin Jr. made request to discuss the minutes in Executive Session. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC- no report MRPC- Mr. Bodkin Jr. reported that a study rec ommended an increase in MRPC employees ’ salaries. Motion was made and seconded at MRPC meeting and passed. Mr. Bodkin Jr. voted nay. MRPC Energy Advisory Committee- Director reported that a study summary will be presented to the Committee on May 13th. DPW Building Committee - Ms. .Bilotta reported that the Committee will have to re -plan the project to meet the $1.1 million dollars voted at Town Meeting. The lowest bid came in at $1.287 million. One of the unexpected higher charges was in the electric component. 926 Mass Ave., Trustee of L& M Svc Ctr. Inc. Mr. Bodkin Jr. related to the Board conversation s with resource people that noted different avenues of relief in assisting in dealing with the unsightly abandoned site. Director noted that the Fire Chief has worked on this issue for several years to no avail and would be glad to pass on information within his file. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: Green Community Task- Director reported that the Task Force received a proposal for the landfill Solar Farm. The company is Borrego Solar Systems, Lowell MA. Copies of the proposal are on file in the Planning Office. The Task Force will seek approval from the Board of Selectmen. Lunenburg Crossing - Report from the Conservation Agent , per review of remediation , noted that the basins were in good shape as of the May 2nd site inspection. Basin 1 needs branches trimmed over the spillway and there is a pine tree by the outlet . Basin 2 has two small trees to be removed. The grease trap was cleaned. Mr. Marro will continue inspecting as the work is being done. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes 5-9-11 Page 2 DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront - Temporary certificate of occupancy was granted for 32 Carous el Lane pending elevator inspection. Department sign-offs are being sought. Documentation of as-builts with regards to field changes that are acceptable will be documented to the Lunenburg Fire Department that all multi -family buildings have be en/will be constructed identically with regards to fire protection and fire alarm systems. 40 Carousel Lane will be ready for occupancy by July 1, 2011. 48 Carousel Lane is in production at KBS Maine facility. 56 Carousal Lane will b e marketed as an active adult building with occupancy restricted to those age 55+. Greener Excavation has started cleanup. Work will proceed with the construction of Great Pond Road to intersection of Lakefront Avenue . Great Pond Road and Rose Garden Lane binder course paving to be done by end of June Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road- No report UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: MMA-Director reported that the MMA fees of $725.00 (with late fees) will be taken out the Planning Department Budget. It was understood that since the Planning Board desired to attend one d ay of the conference, the Town Manager would see to it that the monies would be found. Two member s were unable to attend after the commitment, but the Director was unable to receive a refund due to timing. Invoice s were sent to the Town Manager, but returned to the Planning Director with instructions to take amount out of department’s budget. Presently the budget is tight. Annual Town Meeting- The Board discussed the loss of Article 21 to amend Section 4.6.5. at the Annual Town Meeting. In the first vote the Article lost by one vote. When recounted it lost by two votes. The Board noted that the purpose and intent of the proposed bylaw is beneficial to the Town. Further discussion will be held on the issue and the Board intends to submit Design Standards at the Fall Town Meeting. CLURPA- tabled pending further information MEETING SCHEDULE: The following schedule was adjusted for a summer schedule May 2011- May 18, Master Planning Workshop, Ritter Memorial Building - CANCELLED May 23, Planning Board Meeting & Public Hearing, Town Hall June 2011- June 13, Planning Board Meeting & Public Hearing, Town Hall June 20- Master Planning Workshop, Ritter Memorial Building - CANCELLED June 27, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Memorial Building - CANCELLED A more complete schedule was discussed and will be attached to these minutes. DATA INFORMATION: Data folder containing items of interest not on agenda presented to members for viewing, consisting of various data information - Reviewed EXECUTIVE SESSION: Separate Minutes ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn Regular Session, enter Executive Session, and not return to Regular Session, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr., all aye, roll call vote, Mr. Bakaysa, aye; Ms. Bilotta, aye; Mr. Bodkin Jr., aye; Mr. Saiia, a ye. Adjourned 7:55 PM. Minutes/2011/05.09.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-05-23-agenda-3608.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-05-23 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-05-23-agenda-3608.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05232011-3608 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING May 23, 2011 – 6:30 PM Town Hall, 17 Main Street Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. 6:30 PM- PUBLIC HEARING: 151 Leominster Shirley Road, PSG Realty 393-435 LLC 3. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign 5-9-11 Executive 4-11-11 Executive 5-9-11 4. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC Strategic Framework Plan MRPC Energy Advisory Committee DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 6. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 332 Massachusetts Avenue, Asian Imperial 925 Mass Ave, Trustee of L&M Svc Ctr, Inc Summer Street Green Community Task Force 7. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: CLURPA See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 9. MEETING SCHEDULE: June 13th, Public Hearing & Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall July 11th, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall August 15th, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall 10. DATA INFORMATION 11. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES 12. OFFICE 13. EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. Litigation concerning court case O’Brien vs Town of Lunenburg 14. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/05.23.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-05-23-agenda-3627.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-05-23 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-05-23-agenda-3627.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05232011-3627 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting- 151 Leominster Shirley Road PL_BD_MINUTES_05.23.11_151_LEOMINSTERSHIRLEY_RD_PUBLIC_HEARING.PDF 1. Documents: ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-05-23-agenda-3629.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-05-23 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-05-23-agenda-3629.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05232011-3629 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting Executive Session PL_BD_MINUTES_05.23.11_EXECSESSION.PDF 1. Documents: ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-05-23-minutes-3608.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-05-23 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-05-23-minutes-3608.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05232011-3608 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes May 23, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Town Hall, 17 Main Street, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 7:05 PM, following Public Hearing ROLL CALL: Present: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Joanna L. Bilotta, Robert J. Saiia, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson PUBLIC HEARING: See separate minutes for Powell Stone & Gravel, 151 Leominster -Shirley Road. Approval signed by Planning Board. Will be registered with Town Clerk and enter into a 20-day appeal period. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed- 5-9-11, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Saiia . Signed Executive 4 -11-11, Motion , Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr. Executive 5-9-11 tabled. NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS: Ms. Benson noted June 2, 2011 Jo int Meeting of the Montachusett Region Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee (MRCEDS), the Montachusett Economic Development District (MEDD), and the Small Towns. Agenda item is Sustainable Rural and Small City Economic Development: How it can work for the Montachusett Region and our communities. Ms. Benson recommended attendance, if possible COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC- Mr. Saiia noted discuss ion regarding regional emergency planning. MJTC and MRPC will be introducing regional goals for housing, land preservation, and economic development. MRPC- No report – next meeting May 24th. Strategic Framework Plan- Distributed to Board members. MRPC Energy Advisory Committee - Ms. Benson noted Montachusett Region Energy Plan in process by WPI st udents. Distributed to members. DPW Building Committee - Meeting held May 20 th to review new Plan, which is a stand-alone structure adjacent to existing DPW building. Existing DPW building will be updated. Bid on original Plan was over budget set at Tow n Meeting. New Plan currently out for bid. Capital Planning Committee - Noted that not all departments received their full requests . Town Meeting Warrant contains the Capital Plan for FY12. Mr. Saiia inquired if a summary report is generated after town meeting. He was referred to the Town Clerk’s office. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 332 Massachusetts Avenue, Asian Imperial - Public Hearing scheduled for June 13 th. Office awaiting plan from project engineer. 925 Massachusetts Avenue, Trust ee of L&M Svc Ctr Inc - Mr. Bodkin Jr. hopes to have a memorandum available for the Planning Board at the June 13th Board meeting. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes 5-23-11 Page 2 Summer Street- An Alternative Analysis Committee will be formed. Two Board members are requested to serve on Committee. Committee findings will be presented at fall town meeting. Board to discuss members to serve on Committee. Green Community Task Force- Task Force received approval from the Board of Selectmen to move forward with Borrego Solar Systems, Lowell, MA. Mr. Londa and Mr. Cutting will coordinate. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront - Office has received proposed concept plan for manager’s office and five villas on Carousel Lane. Also received sprinkler system as-builts. Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road- No report UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: CLURPA (Comprehensive Land Use Reform and Partnership Act) - State hearing held May 18 th. Bill well received by Governor’s office, public officials, planners , environmental groups and health groups. Limited opposition from homebuilders who don’t want new limits on ANRs (Approval Not Required) . Work to continue by the State. Ms. Benson noted section which refers to “Form-based zoning”. Draft Act on file in Planning Office. MEETING SCHEDULE: June 13, Planning Board Meeting & Public Hearing for 332 Massachusetts Avenue, Asian Imperial, Town Hall July 11, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall August 15, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall DATA INFORMATION: Data folder containing items of interest not on agenda presented to members for viewing, consisting of various data information . Board of Selectmen agenda reviewed and discussion ensued regarding agenda item “First Right of Refusal, 108 Goodrich Street”. Planning Board response to Board of Selectmen advised against purchasing due to current economy and no designated Town use for property. Board of Selectmen requested that , in the future, the Planning Board refrain from basing recommendation based on current eco nomy. Mr. Bodkin Jr. suggested an inventory of Ch. 61 land be compiled for Planning Board reference. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Separate minutes ADJOURNMENT: Motion made to enter Executive Session, not to return to Regular Session, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bo dkin Jr., roll call vote, Mr. Saiia, aye; Mr. Lockwood, aye; Mr. Bodkin Jr., aye; Ms. Bilotta, aye; Mr. Bakaysa, aye. Adjourned 8:00 PM. Minutes/2011/05.23.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-06-13-agenda-3609.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-06-13 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-06-13-agenda-3609.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06132011-3609 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING June 13, 2011 – 6:30 PM Town Hall, 17 Main Street Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. 6:30 PM- PUBLIC HEARING: 332 Massachusetts Avenue, Asian Imperial 3. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign 5-23-11 Powell Stone & Gravel Public Hearing 5-23-11 Executive 5-9-11 Executive 5-23-11 4. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES Election of Officers 5. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS: Conservation Commission Zoning Board of Appeals 6. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC MRPC Energy Advisory Committee DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 7. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 555 Chase Road, Auctioneer License 40B Home Rule Petition, Salisbury 925 Mass Ave, Trustee of L&M Svc Ctr, Inc Summer Street Green Community Task Force 8. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: 332 Massachusetts Avenue, Asian Imperial 301 Massachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg Crossing Highfield Extension Design Standards Bylaw CLURPA See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 10. MEETING SCHEDULE: July 11th, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall August 15th, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall 11. TOPICS NOT REASONABLY ANTICIPATED BY THE CHAIR 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF MEETING 12. DATA INFORMATION 13. OFFICE 14. EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. Litigation concerning court case O’Brien vs Town of Lunenburg 15. ADJOURNMENT ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-06-13-agenda-3630.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-06-13 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-06-13-agenda-3630.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06132011-3630 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting Executive Session PL_BD_MINUTES_06.13.11_EXECSESSION.PDF 1. Documents: ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-06-13-minutes-3609.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-06-13 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-06-13-minutes-3609.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06132011-3609 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes June 13, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Town Hall, 17 Main Street, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 8:00 PM, following Public Hearing ROLL CALL: Present: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Joanna L. Bilotta, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr., Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson Absent: Robert J. Saiia PUBLIC HEARING: See separate minutes for Asian Imperial, 332 Massachusetts Avenue. Approval signed by Planning Board. Will be registered with Town Clerk. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed 5-23-11, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr. ; Signed Powell Stone & Gravel Public Hearing 5-23-11, Motion Ms. Bilotta, Second Mr. Bodkin Jr. ; Signed Executive 5-9-11, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr.; Signed Executive 5-23-11 Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Lockwood. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES: Election of Officers - Mr. Bakaysa nominated Chair, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr.; Ms. Bilotta nominated Vice Chair, Motion, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Second, Mr. Lockwood ; Mr. Bodkin Jr. nominated Clerk, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Lockwood ; Mr. Bodkin Jr. nominated representative to MRPC, Motion, Mr. Bakaysa, Second, Ms. Bilotta; Mr. Saiia nominated representative to MJTC, Motion, Ms. Bilotta, Second, Mr. Bodkin Jr. NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS: Conservation Commission - Office in receipt of eight Orders of Conditions, two Determinations of Applicability and one Extension Permit for Order of Conditions. On file in Planning Office. Zoning Board of Appeals - Office in receipt of four Certificates of Granting of Special Permit, two Certificates of granting of Special Permit and Dimensional Variation, and one Public Hearing notification. On file in Planning Office. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC- No report MRPC- Mr. Bodkin Jr. noted Summer Street project rates high on MRPC’s criteria. MRPC Energy Advisory Committee- No report DPW Building Committee- No report Capital Planning Committee- No report PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 555 Chase Road, Auctioneer License - Applicant Michael Roy applied for, and received, auctioneer license from Board of Selectmen for June 11th and 18th. Use is permitted under the Zoning Bylaw. 40B Home Rule Petition, Salisbury- Town of Salisbury is asking for amendment by the State Legislature of the State’s Chapter 40B affordable housing law to allow Salisbury to count within its permanent affordable housing inventory mobile homes that ha ve not moved in 20 years. This would allow Salisbury to achieve the 10% requirement of housing units as requir ed by law. Chapter 40B does not allow mobile homes to be counted towards the 10% requirement. 925 Massachusetts Avenue, Trustee of L&M Svc Ctr Inc- To be discussed at next Planning Board meeting. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes 6-13-11 Page 2 Summer Street- MRPC currently inv entorying and analyzing existing land uses along Summer Street. Ms. Benson met with John Hume, MRPC Planning & Development Director , June 13th. He noted there is a 30% vacancy on Summer Street. MRPC is looking at the possibility of an Overlay District in the area. Ms. Bilotta made Motion for Mr. Bakaysa and Mr. Lockwood to serve on future committee. Seconded by Mr. Bodkin Jr. If requested by the Planning Board, MRPC will give a Low Impact Development (LID) presentation to the Board. Green Community T ask Force - The Task Force , at its June 6 th meeting, acted as liaison in meeting with Eosolamericas. Eosolamericas wants to develop a 6MW solar farm on the back half of the 116 acre parcel at 651 Chase Road. A development plan review will be required. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront - A large tree between Scooters and On The Rocks came down during the storm of June 9th causing damage to vehicles. Emerald Place assisted in the cleanup efforts. Lakefront area has b een hydro- seeded. Verizon relocated the pole that was preventing the Developers from the remaining tree removal and excavation to get Great Pond Road constructed to its intersection with Lakefront Avenue. 40 Carousel Lane nearing completion. 48 Carousel Lane half erected. 56 Carousel Lane scheduled for occupancy November 2011 as an “Over 55” building . The Police Chief has requested a Stop Sign be placed exiting the development onto Lakefront Avenue as this seems to be a potential location for vehicular accidents. Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road - Construction of the third building is contingent upon availability of fund allocation from the State. It is anticipated that construction of buildings 4, 5 & 6 will not be considered for a few years. Street markings at the Youngs Road entrance are fading. Developer will redo the markings in coordination with DPW Director. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: 332 Massachusetts Avenue, Asian Imperial- Approval signed. See 6-13-11 Public Hearing minutes. 301 Mas sachusetts Avenue, Lunenburg Crossing - Report received from RJ O’Connell & Associates, Inc. (RJOC), Civ il Engineers & Land Planners. Site improvements have been performed and now RJOC is requesting, on behalf of the Owner, that the Conservation Commission issue Certificate of Compliances for the four Order of Conditions that were issued for the project. Highfield Extension- Extension expires June 30, 2011. Applicant needs to provide a full set of plans to the Sewer Commission who will send them out for peer review. Design Standards Bylaw- Per Town Counsel, if a bylaw change is brought forth at town meeting by the Planning Board and not passed, the Planning Board does not have to wait two years before once again bringing the bylaw forth, whereas a petitione r must wait the two years. CLURPA (Comprehensive Land Use Reform and Partnership Act)- Ms. Benson requested Board members start reviewing. MEETING SCHEDULE: July 11, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall August 15, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall TOPIES NOT REASONABLY ANTICIPATED BY THE CHAIR 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF MEETING: Board members provided copies of Gas Station and Convenience Store Design Guidelines DATA INFORMATION: Data folder containing items of interest not on agenda presented to members for viewing, consisting of various data information. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Separate minutes ADJOURNMENT: Motion made to enter Executive Session for purpose of litigation discussion, not to return to Regular Session, Mr. Bodkin Jr., Second, Ms. Bilotta, roll call vote, Mr. Lockwood, aye; Mr. Bodkin Jr., aye; Ms. Bilotta, aye; Mr. Bakaysa, aye. Adjourned 8:35 PM. ===PAGE 3=== Minutes/2011/06.13.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-07-11-agenda-3610.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-07-11 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-07-11-agenda-3610.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07112011-3610 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING Monday, July 11, 2011 – 6:30 PM Town Hall, 17 Main Street Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign 6-13-11 Asian Imperial Garden Public Hearing 6-13-11 Executive 6-13-11 3. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS: Zoning Board of Appeals- Asian Imperial, July 13th Public Hearing, seeking special permit to remove existing structure & replace with new building 4. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 5. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: Special Town Meeting, July 18th 332 Massachusetts Avenue, Asian Imperial Garden 1263 Reservoir Road, PJ Keating 925 Mass Ave, Trustee of L&M Svc Ctr, Inc Summer Street Green Community Task Force 6. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road Highfield Village, Mass Ave/Northfield Road Stone Farm Estates, Massachusetts Avenue 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: Article 22 (134 Leo-Shirley Rd), May 2011 Town Meeting See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 8. MEETING SCHEDULE: August 15th, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall September 12th, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall September 19th, Master Planning Workshop, Ritter Building September 26th, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Building 9. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES: 10. DATA INFORMATION 11. OFFICE 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. Litigation concerning court case O’Brien vs Town of Lunenburg Litigation concerning court case O’Brien vs Aro 13. ADJOURNMENT ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-07-11-agenda-3631.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-07-11 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-07-11-agenda-3631.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07112011-3631 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== Planning Board Meeting Executive Session PL_BD_MINUTES_07.11.11_EXECSESSION.PDF 1. Documents: ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-07-11-minutes-3610.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-07-11 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-07-11-minutes-3610.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07112011-3610 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-07-18-agenda-3611.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-07-18 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-07-18-agenda-3611.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07182011-3611 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING Monday, July 18, 2011 – 6:00 PM Lunenburg High School Cafeteria Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION Executive Session to discuss strategy relating to pending litigation 3. ADJOURNMENT ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-07-18-minutes-3611.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-07-18 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-07-18-minutes-3611.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07182011-3611 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-08-15-agenda-3612.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-08-15 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-08-15-agenda-3612.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08152011-3612 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING Monday, August 15, 2011 – 6:30 PM Town Hall, 17 Main Street Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign 7-11-11 Executive 7-11-11 & 7-18-11 Released Executive- 2-26-07, 3-26-07, 4-9-07, 4-23-07, 10-22-07, 12-10-07, & 9-8-08 3. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS: Zoning Board of Appeals Conservation Commission Building Permits 4. ANR APPOINTMENTS: 7:00 PM- Rocco LaStella & Ron LaPointe, 146 Elmwood Road, Whitman & Bingham 7:20 PM- Joe Russo, 493 West Street, Whitman & Bingham Joe Russo, 357 Electric Avenue, Whitman & Bingham 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 6. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 1263 Reservoir Rd, P J Keating Open Space Eagle House Parking Lot Commonwealth Capital – FY2012 MassPlanners – Conservation Development Bylaw Annual Update- Ch 40R Summer Street Green Community Task Force 7. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Asian Imperial, 332 Massachusetts Avenue Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road Highfield Village, Mass Ave/Northfield Road Stone Farm Estates, Massachusetts Avenue 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: 925 Massachusetts Avenue See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 9. MEETING SCHEDULE: September 12th, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall September 19th, Master Planning/Bylaw Workshop, Ritter Building September 26th, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Building 10. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES: 11. DATA INFORMATION 12. OFFICE 13. EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. Litigation concerning court case O’Brien vs Aro 14. ADJOURNMENT ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-08-15-minutes-3612.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-08-15 KIND : minutes OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-08-15-minutes-3612.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_08152011-3612 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director Minutes August 15, 2011 Meeting Posted: Yes Place: Town Hall, 17 Main Street, Lunenburg, MA 01462 Time: 6:30 PM ROLL CALL: Present: Joanna L. Bilotta, Robert J. Saiia, Nathan J. Lockwood, Marion M. Benson Absent: Emerick R. Bakaysa, Thomas W. Bodkin Jr. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Signed 7-11-11, Motion, Mr. Lockwood, Second, Mr. Saiia, Motion passed; Signed Executive 7-11-11, Motion, Mr. Lockwood, Second, Mr. Saiia, Motion passed. Signed Executive 7-18-11, Motion, Mr. Lockwood, Second, Mr. Saiia, Motion passed. Director noted released Executive minutes of 2-26-07, 3-26-07, 4-9-07, 4-23-07, 10-22-07, 12-10-07, & 9-8-08. NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS: Noted letter from Nashua River Watershed Association that Mark Archambault, the NRWA’s Smart Growth Circuit Rider is available to provide planning assistance in his capacity as a professional planner. Handouts for Board members from Beacon regarding zoning reform bill. Zoning Board of Appeals - Noted special perm it granted, 64 Spring St Extension, to demolish existing home and reconstruct new on same footprint; public hearing, August 10 th, Dee Bus Svc Inc. to park 11 school buses at 39 Mass Ave; and public hearing August 24 th, Christopher Ioshua, filing as person aggrieved by the Building Official’s decision and seeking approval to construct an accessory housing unit at 12 Town Street. Conservation Commission - Noted Orders of Conditions for 332 Mass Ave, demolition and drainage correction and 897 Northfield Rd septic system. Noted Certificates of Compliance for 498 Holman St. Noted Conservation Commission agendas for July 20th, August 3rd and August 17th. Building Permits- Three issued for Riley Road (Stone Farm Estates). ANR APPOINTMENTS: Rocco Lastella & Ron LaPointe, 146 Elmwood Road - Plan presented by Whitman & Bingham Associates on behalf of the owner/applicant for division into two lots. Plan will be distributed for review. Joe Russo, 493 West Street- Applicant requested postponement. Joe Russo, 357 Electric Avenue- Applicant requested postponement. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC- Mr. Saiia reported that meeting was held July 20 th. One topic of discussion was potential hazard mitigation grant. Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is being approved for FY2012-FY2015. MRPC- No report DPW Building Committee- DPW Director has been meeting with contractor. Construction trailers on site. Under the Lunenburg Zoning Bylaw, a Development Plan Review (DPR) will commence by the Planning Board. Review will be done p ro-bono by David E. Ross Associates. Presentations made by the DPW Committee to the Board of Selectmen and at the July 18 th Special Town Meeting will be utilized by the Planning Board as the required information meeting. Capital Planning Committee - Meeting held August 4 th to review/update process and procedures. Timeline noted (on file in Planning Board office). Next meeting scheduled for September 7th. ===PAGE 2=== Minutes 8-15-11 Page 2 PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 1263 Reservoir Road, P J Keating - Site visit this date by Building Official and Planning Director. August 11th review letter from site engineer S. J. Mullaney Engineering Inc. notes he performed final construction inspection and that improvements are in compliance with the Planning Board ’s Findings and Directives. Included with Mullaney Engineering letter was final certification under the State Building Code issued by the applicant’s structural engineer, Peter Reynolds of McKenzie Engineering Inc. An as-built is presently underway. Open Space- Lunenburg’s Open Space and Recreation Plan received final approval from Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EOEA); which will now allow Lunenburg to participate in Division of Conservation Services ( DCS) grant rounds through November 2014. Ad Hoc Committee will pursue. Eagle House Parking Lot- Eagle House did not receive DHCD grant. MRPC noted that the State did not fund any senior center projects. Council on Aging Director will attempt to pursue other avenues. Mr. Saiia noted that he would like to be involved in assisting the Council on Aging Director. Commonwealth Capital FY 2012 - Notification received from EOEA that no application will be required for Fiscal Year 2012. A new policy that builds on the successes of Commonwealth Capital is under development by the State. MassPlanners – Conservation Development Bylaw - Handout of proposed Conservation Development Bylaw revisions in the town of Wendell for the Board’s perusal. Annual Update – Ch. 40R- Completed and sent to DHCD. Summer Street - Mr. Lockwood and Mr. Bakaysa will represent the Planning Board when a committee is formed. MRPC is looking at a revitalization overlay district and will come up with a model bylaw. Green Community Task Force- Noted reorganization of Task Force due to Chair Slattery’s resignation. Chair, David Blatt, Vice Chair, Steven DiCampo, Secretary, Joanne McQuaid, Members Zachary Cutting, Carl Sund and Neal Sullivan, Advisors Marion Benson, James Breault, and John Londa. Task Force is waiting for Town Counsel’s review of Borrego Solar’s contract for the landfill. Noted EPG Solar’s interest in siting on Electric Avenue and EOSOLAMERICAS on Chase Road. EOSOLAMERICAS engineers are on site surveying and preparing a grading and drainage plan. Present time table for presentation to the Town is late summer/early fall. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: Asian Imperial, 332 Massachusetts Avenue - Permit received from Mass Department of Transportation (DOT). Ingress and egress on Electric Avenue approved by MassDOT. Old egress on Massachusetts Avenue will be gated ; for emergency use only. Special Permit granted by Zoning Board of Appeals for demolition of the existing building and construction of the new restaurant. Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront - In response to Chair Bakaysa’s inquiry at the August 15 th Board meeting as to the management office being a permissible use under the Overlay District, Director noted August 11, 2011 letter from the Building Commissioner/Zoning Official. Letter states in part, “ a management office would meet the „business or professional office‟ criteria of the bylaw under Section 4.5.2.1(g) and would be allowed by right ”. Motion to approval applicant’s request to construct a commercial office/management building , Mr. Saiia, Second, Mr. Lockwood. Motion passed. Applicant can proceed once building permit obtained. Director to prepare necessary approval paperwork for applicant to register at Registry of Dee ds. Weekly progress report noted and on file in Planning Office. Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road - The two construc ted buildings are fully occupied. Student count is less than estimated. Figures are directly supplied to School Superintendent by applicant. Highfield Village, Mass Ave/Northfield Road- Director noted 7/20/11 memo from the Sewer Commission to the Planning Board which states, in part, that the Commission remains whole -heartedly in support of the development plan and is waiting for the applicant to submit a revised plan. The Commission fully expects it will approve the revised plan. Discussion ensued over whether or not to continue giving timeline extensions to the applicant. Questions arose as to when the Sewer Commission anticipated receiving the plan and when did the Planning Board originally rec eive the application. Director noted there would probably be financial ramifications to the applicant if the Planning Board voted not to allow any more extensions. Director to check current status with the Sewer Commission. Discussion to continue at the September 12th Board meeting. Director was asked to provide project timeline from initial application. Stone Farm Estates, Massachusetts Avenue - December 13, 2004 Board approved plan was available for members to view as to original units’ placement. Applicant is requesting modification to take a single unit and a 3 -plex unit located as the first buildings within the development and change them both to 2 -plex units. Motion made, Mr. Lockwood, to approve modification contingent on correction of numbering of unit 15 (should say unit 54), Second, Mr. Saiia, Motion passed. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: 925 Massachusetts Avenue - Director noted Board of Selectmen concern with getting petroleum removed from tanks. Director to seek status update from Town Manager per Board request. Member also inquiring if owner current with taxes. ===PAGE 3=== Minutes 8-15-11 Page 3 MEETING SCHEDULE: September 12, Planning Board Meeting, Town Hall September 19, Master Planning/Bylaw Workshop, Ritter Building September 26, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Building EXECUTIVE SESSION: Separate minutes ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn regular session and enter executive session, not to return to regular session, Mr. Saiia, Second, Mr. Lockwood, roll call vote, Mr. Saiia, aye, Mr. Lockwood, aye, Ms. Bilotta, aye, Motion passed. Adjourned 7:55 PM. Minutes/2011/08.15.11 ======================================================================================== DOCUMENT : 2011-09-12-agenda-3613.txt BOARD : planning-board DATE : 2011-09-12 KIND : agenda OUR COPY : https://lunenburgbudgetproject.org/docs/minutes/text/planning-board/2011-09-12-agenda-3613.txt TOWN PDF : https://www.lunenburgma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09122011-3613 ======================================================================================== ===PAGE 1=== LUNENBURG PLANNING BOARD TOWN OF LUNENBURG Emerick R. Bakaysa, Chair Tel: (978) 582-4147 Joanna L. Bilotta, Vice-Chair Fax: (978) 582-4353 Thomas W. Bodkin, Jr., Clk. 960 Massachusetts Avenue Robert J. Saiia, Mbr. Lunenburg, MA 01462 Nathan J. Lockwood, Mbr. Marion M. Benson, Planning Director NOTICE OF MEETING Monday, September 12, 2011 – 6:30 PM Town Hall, 17 Main Street Lunenburg, MA AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. MINUTES – APPROVAL: Sign 8-15-11 Executive 8-15-11 3. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS: 4. ANR APPOINTMENTS: 6:40 PM- Joe Russo, 493 West Street, Whitman & Bingham Joe Russo, 357 Electric Avenue, Whitman & Bingham 7:00 PM- Rocco Lastella & Ronald LaPointe Jr., 146 Elmwood Road, Whitman & Bingham 7:15 PM- June & Frank Riddle, 291 West Street, Ducharme & Dillis 7:35 PM- Anders Rhodin, 168 Goodrich Street, Hannigan Engineering 6. COMMITTEE REPORTS: MJTC MRPC DPW Building Committee Capital Planning Committee 7. PLANNING DIRECTOR’S REPORTS/NEW BUSINESS: 1263 Reservoir Rd, P J Keating Open Space Eagle House Parking Lot Summer Street Green Community Task Force Capital Planning Five Year Plan School Reconfiguration 8. DEVELOPMENT STATUS REPORTS: DPW Facility, Chase Road Asian Imperial, 332 Massachusetts Avenue Emerald Place at Lake Whalom, 10 Lakefront Tri Town Landing, 37 Youngs Road Highfield Village, Mass Ave/Northfield Road Stone Farm Estates, Massachusetts Avenue 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/OLD BUSINESS: 925 Massachusetts Avenue See Above Planning Director’s Reports and Development Status Reports 10. MEETING SCHEDULE: September 19th, Master Planning/Bylaw Workshop, Ritter Building September 26th, Planning Board Meeting, Ritter Building October Meeting Dates TBD 11. MEMBER INFORMATION & ISSUES: 12. DATA INFORMATION 13. OFFICE 14. EXECUTIVE SESSION: In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 39, §23B(3) for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the government’s bargaining or litigation position. 15. ADJOURNMENT Agenda/2011/09.12.11