Planning Board
Minutes
September 13, 2007
Members Present: Mike Czarnowski, Bob Davis, Ed Harrop, Jim Throckmorton,
Absent Members: Stanley Widak
Also Present: Amy Love, Town Planner
The Plainville Planning Board held its meeting on Thursday, September 13, 2007, at the Senior Center.
Motion to open meeting at 7:05 by Jim Throckmorton, seconded by Bob Davis, approved 4-0-0.
Discussed position becoming available on the Planning Board after the resignation of Ed Harrop. Mr. Czarnowski introduced Kenny McKeown who it interested in the position. Mr. McKeown works for New Balance in facilities and real estate. He has filled out the paperwork at Town Hall to offer his candidacy.
Motion to open the public hearing at 7:15 p.m. Mike Czarnowski, seconded by Jim Throckmorton, approved 4-0-0.
Continued Public Hearing – 49 Washington Street-Site Plan
Motion made to open the continuance of the public hearing for 49 Washington St by Ed Harorp, seconded by Bob Davis, approved 4-0.
Ms. Love read a letter to the Board requesting a motion to extend until September 30, 2007.
Motion made to grant an extension by Mike Czarnowski, seconded by Jim Throckmorton, approved 4-0-0.
Motion to continue until September 27, 2007 at 7:10 p.m. by Bob Davis, seconded by Jim Throckmorton, approved 4-0-0.
General Business
Ms. Love read a letter from the Plainville Fire Chief to the Planning Board stating that he would like extra funds to purchase new equipment. One of the requests was for the Opticon System at the traffic lights at Route 1 & Route 106.
Ms. Love presented bills to the Board members for their approval.
Motion to approve the minutes of July 26, 2007 and the minutes for August 23, 2007 by Bob Davis, seconded by Jim Throckmorton, approved 4-0-0.
Ms. Love informed the board of a telephone call she received from Patricia Darling. Ms. Darling requested that the $10,000 bond money the Town of placeCityPlainville had from her to be returned regarding Amvet and addressStreetLegion Drive. The Board wants legal descriptions and as-builts from Ms. Darling before refunding the bond money.
Motion made to require as-builts and legal description prior to releasing the bond money, by Jim Throckmorton, seconded by Mike Czarnowski, approved 4-0-0.
Continued Public Hearing -2 Wilkins Drive – Bubble King – Site Plan
Present: Peter Lavoy representing Steven Silverman, Owner
Motion to open public hearing at 7:30 p.m. by Bob Davis, seconded by Jim Throckmorton, approved 4-0-0.
Mr. Lavoy began by discussing drainage issues described in detail. The proposed plans are to demolish the current buildings and rebuild the laundromat and carwash. Mr. Lavoy reviewed the plans previously submitted and described the proposed changes which included the increase of parking spaces. The Board of Health is currently reviewing the plans. The changes will prohibit run-off onto Wilkins and provide an underground basin to help with drainage issues. Roof drains will be used for irrigation. The dumpster will be in an enclosure and the propane refilling area will be 15 away.
Matt Mullally of Earth Tech reviewed their comments from the previous meeting. (Bill McGrath also present) The parking spaces & wheelchair ramps we discussed. The sidewalk is to extend around onto the Messenger Street side of property. The curb around the entrance will be granite curbs to match the existing ones. Some of the labeling on the plans needs to be more definitive. The loading berth on plans has been added. Mr. Mullally questioned the fire access between the two buildings, but Mr. Harrop said it was adequate by state requirements. The dumpster location was moved to better accommodate trucks. Ballards will be on all corners to prevent the building from being damaged by trucks. A building permit is needed to approve additional signage. The sewer
connections slope was revised on new plans. The manhole details were added to plans. Landscaping and trees have been added to plans. Concern was shown in regard to the light level spillage. Everyone agreed that it would not be a factor for the residents across the street. It was determined favorable in a commercial area due to recent crime in the area. The flow of water onto Messenger Street is being reviewed with the Board of Health. Catch basins 3 & 4 have been revised. Slopes were revised as needed. The plans are being revised to reflect changes. The traffic study showed there was not a great level of service drop. The emergency access vehicles were not addressed. Mr. Harrop said the emergency trucks would access from Messenger Street and Wilkins Street.
Motion to close the public hearing at 8:00 by Jim Throckmorton, seconded Bob Davis, approved
4-0-0.
Continued Public Hearing - 24 Cross Street - Plainville Commerce Park
Present: Dave Simmons, Angle Tree Consulting
Motion to open hearing at 8:05 by Jim Throckmorton, seconded by Bob Davis; approved 4-0-0.
Bill McGrath read Earth Tech’s memo, dated September 13, 2007, regarding the civil review of the subdivision. Mr. Harrop expressed concerns about getting the notes from Earth Tech right before the meeting. The board was unable to review prior to that moment. Mr. McGrath explained that the review from the client was just received and they had a very short time to review the comments. Some of the concerns were that the street lights are to be shown and street signs visible.
Mr. McGrath began review Memo #2, dated September 13, 2007. Drainage issues have been revised; revised calculations for drainage given by Angle Tree to Ms. Love. Dave Simmons stated everything was in order.
Ken Cramm of VAI, began discussions of traffic review for South Street. Mr. Cramm indicated that Tim Higgins met with abutter and additional landscaping will be provided.
Mr. Harrop opened the discussion to public. Rick Stenfeld, 17 Cross Street, Unit 7, wants to be known for the record that the association of 17 Cross Street want the access to South Street to remain open. Bob Meeks, 17 Cross Street, Unit 4 & 5, had concerns to his business if South St access would be closed. Mr. Harrop stressed that they should bring their concerns up at the Selectman’s meeting next week. The Planning Board has already made their recommendations.
Dan Miller, 17 Cross Street, suggests turn around on their property to assist with problem. Mr. Stenfeld asked if a gas line was on the Commerce property. The answer was not known. Jack Peavey, 10 Robin Street, asked if sewer will be brought to Robin Street. The sewer line will at end at the end of Robin’s road on the Commerce Blvd property.
Motion to close the hearing at 8:40 by Jim Throckmorton, seconded by Mike Czarnowski, approved 3-1.
Public Hearing – 16 High Street – Site Plan
Present: Dana Clow, AdvancedConcepts
Mr. Clow began a detailed description of the proposed industrial building on 2.5 acres owned by Mr. Bedard. The lot would have a 22,000 sq ft steel metal building with 8 units and 59 parking spots. The new plan has more open space than the required 20%. There will be 2 dumpster locations at each end to accommodate tenants. There will be one-way circulation with a 20ft access opening. Mr. Harrop suggests two 10,000 gallon ground tanks for fire use. Mr. Clow indicated he will be in contact with the Fire Department to determine what is necessary. A 12inch water main from residential area is not enough for water use in firefighting according to Mr. Harrop. He suggested a flow test to determine what should be done. Roof drainage is collected and run off the property
separately from ground water. Mr. Czarnaowski wanted to know the material used on the metal roof noted in conditions for pure runoff. Mr. Bedard showed him the brochure from Rhino. Mr. Throckmorton asked if there was fencing to be put in back by the detention basin. Mr. Clow stated no fencing will be used, sloping does not require it. Shoe box lighting will be used around the perimeter. Mr. Harrop questioned any proposed signing; none as yet. Earth Tech will review plans and make any recommendations.
Motion to accept extension until October 30, 2007 by Bob Davis, seconded by Jim Throckmorton, approved 4-0-0.
Motion to continue public hearing until October 11, 2007 at 7:30 PM by Ed Harrop, seconded by Jim Throckmorton, approved 4-0-0.
The Board signed plans and certificate of action for 25 Taunton Street.
Motion to adjourn at 10:00 by Ed Harrop, seconded Jim Throckmorton, approved 4-0-0.
Next meeting September 27, 2007 at the senior center
Respectfully submitted,
Catherine Holmes, Clerk
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