TOWN OF DUNBARTON
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MINUTES OF MEETING
November 21, 2002
John R. Swindlehurst, III
Janice VandeBogart, Town Administrator
7:00 pm
Chuck Graybill discussed the need to order new Planning and Land Use regulations (25 books) for the Planning and Zoning Board.
Also, it was agreed that the Well Radius rules drawn up by John Trottier and the Zoning Board needed to have added “Certified Plot Plan needed”. The plot plan can be added after the well is finished but must be done. Enforced by the Building Inspector.
Bob Perry: Bob Perry Sr., Bob Perry Jr., and Nate Narus were in to discuss Mr. Perry’s (SR) project on Morse Road. Mr. Perry presented a plan which showed the re-location of the driveway/road resulting in a lot line adjustment. Mr. Perry stated that the Planning Board told him November 20th that because he only had 100 ft of frontage on Morse Road he would have to build a town road in far enough to establish the required 300 ft. frontage to build. He had no problem with completing the entire road as a town road because one of the requirements for having the condominiums is that the road be complete. However, it could have been a private road but in this case it will be taken over by the town. He also stated that he would be putting a hammerhead approximately 300 ft into the lot beyond the abutting lot lines for his own use (sand/plow truck, etc.).
There was some question at the Planning Board meeting as to weather Mr. Perry would have to go to the Zoning Board or not because of the frontage question. Someone from the board will consult with the town attorney for an answer. It was noted that the 1986 change to this lot created the 100 ft. frontage on Morse Road.
Mr. Perry went on to say that there will be two wells on the property to accommodate the four 4-unit buildings, two dumpsters located in the back of each pair of units, and sprinkler systems in all units. He will present this all to the Planning Board at the Site Plan review. He also stated that these units would be designated for the elderly, that is those over 55. The state says that at least one unit could be used by someone under this age but they are not to have children under the age of 18yrs. This ensures no impact on the school system.
It was agreed that the Road Agent, Jan VandeBogart and Selectman Chuck Graybill will get together and mark the trees for cutting to insure site distance on Morse Rod.
Ron Jarvis, Town Forest Committee: Mr. Jarvis stopped in to drop off minutes of the Town Forest Committee. The Selectmen inquired about the agreement that the Forest Committee has been negotiating with the developer for the Stinson Heights Project off Stark Lane. Mr. Jarvis stated that he was not at the meeting with the developers and it would be best if the Selectmen check with some of the other members. They agreed. Chuck Graybill stated that he would like something from the Committee in writing to be passed on to the Planning Board. Ron stated that he would be getting something in writing from the developer to be reviewed at the Committee’s next meeting (Feb. 5, 2003).
Mike Bergeron, lot E5-04-07, County Road: Mike was in to see if the Town was satisfied with the improvements he has made to County Road. (He had agreed before he received his building permit that he would make improvements to County Road from Ewan’s lot line to his driveway.) Selectmen J. R. Swindlehurst stated that the Road Agent, Jan VandeBogart, has been reviewing the project and is satisfied with the road improvements. Mr. Bergeron was assured by the Board of Selectmen that based on this information, he would be granted a certificate of occupancy from the building department after their final inspection of the building. A memo stating this and a copy of these minutes will be forwarded to the Building Inspector.
Larry Cook, Chairman Conservation Commission: Larry was in to discuss the following:
Widening of I-93. Larry gave the Selectmen information that he had received regarding this project. The information was based on argument against the project because of concerns to environment.
Drobat Appeal: A letter had been sent to the State a while ago from the Selectmen and the Conservation Commission when the state had made their decision that Mr. Drobat only cover the “material” placed on his property with sand. The State in turn called the Town to see if this letter constituted an appeal of their decision. The Conservation Commission stated that it was. The State has now set a hearing for December 19th at 11Am where the town will have a chance to submit evidence to support their appeal. The Conservation Commission feels that they are not qualified to present the case and Mr. Cook requested permission to have the town attorney represent the town at this hearing. It was estimated that the cost would be between $2,000 and $4,000. After much discussion it was agreed that Larry would contact town attorney for his representation.
The Selectmen agreed that the town should have been part of the state’s decision from the start and they were not. Mr. Hammond asked what the CC hoped to get out of the appeal. Larry stated that they would like to see the material removed and the area covered with sand. He went on to say that there is no permanent record of the placement of this material, such as in a deed and there is not system where this can be monitored.
Larry stated that George Holt, Commission member, might be able to help with soils and testing information. The Selectmen suggested that the Commission check with Jerry Gerdus who worked with the Environmental Department to see if he might be of some help in the Drobat matter.
Town Appropriation – Kimball Pond land acquisition: The Selectmen inquired about the need for the $25,000 for the Nassikas Land that was appropriated at town meeting. It was their understanding that this money would only be used if needed. Their meeting with Brett St.Claire a few weeks ago revealed that the Commission has plenty of money to cover expenses and perhaps this money could be put back in the General Fund.
Tim Terragni, member Board of Assessors: Tim was in to sign some paperwork for the Sales Survey completed by Janice VandeBogart and Compton French. He discussed with the Board of Selectmen his recent meeting at the Current Use Board. He also discussed the necessity of doing a complete revaluation of the town within the next few years and the possibility of placing some money in capital reserve this year.
Les Hammond made the motion to adjourn, seconded by Jr., all in favor.
Meeting was adjourned at 9:35 PM
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Chuck Graybill, Chairman
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Leslie G. Hammond
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John R. Swindlehurst
Dunbarton Board of Selectmen
Minutes recorded by: Janice VandeBogart, Town Administrator