1 CALL TO ORDER

Chairman, Jeffrey Timberlake called the meeting to order at 7:05pm. Those Members present were Mr. Timberlake, Shirley Twitchell, Raymond Lavoie, R. Edward Morris and Margaret Imber. Board Members Mark Morris and Roy Nickerson were not present. Planner, John Maloney was present this evening. CEO, Roger Williams was also present this evening.

2 PUBLIC HEARINGS:

Mr. Timberlake opened the Public Hearings at 7:06pm.

A DICK’S AUTO BODY & SALES – RICHARD DEPREY

No one is present to represent this project this evening.

B RIVERVIEW SUBDIVISION – GARY AND GLENICE GREEN

Mr. Tom DuBuois of Main-Land Development Consultants, Inc. is representing this project this evening. Mr. DuBois stated that this proposed subdivision would include 6 lots with 2 lots being shore lots, located off of Snell Hill Road. There was a discussion regarding the possibility of some Shoreland issues involving the Nezinscot River and the 100-year flood plan. Mr. DuBois stated that there would be a new road called Kay’s Way. Mr. DuBois stated that this property had gentle slopes and was very appropriate for this proposal. Mr. Mark Daigle stated that he had some concerns regarding the road coming behind his abutting property. Mr. DuBois then explained the proposed layout of the road and the proposed drainage. Mr. DuBois then stated that the septic designs had been state mandated. Mr. Mike Alexander had some setback questions. Mr. DuBois stated that the setbacks would be 25 feet and 40 feet for the road. Mr. Timberlake stated that this proposed subdivision was nicely designed.

Mr. Timberlake closed the Public Hearing at 7:12pm.

3 NEW BUSINESS:

A RUSSELL PACK-SKETCH PLAN-STREET CONSTRUCTION

No one is present this evening to represent this project.

B GLOBAL TOWER PARTNERS – SKETCH PLAN – CELL TOWER

Ms. Maureen Butler from Global Tower Partners is representing this project this evening. This project coordination is by: ATC Realty Inc. Ms. Butler stated that this new cell tower would be located on Mountainside Drive. This property is 82 acres and the proposed location is in the back corner. The cell tower would be a 190-foot tower with a 125-foot fall zone. There was then some discussion regarding lease easements. Ms. Butler explained the proposed driveway, elevations, drainage and the parking/turnaround area. Ms. Butler stated that there would be 6 wireless service providers and that they are all licensed providers. The FAA is requiring no lights, however there would be down shield lighting on the equipment. Mr. Maloney asked if there would be antennas and dishes. Ms. Butler stated that there would be 6 antennas and 2 microwave dishes. Mr. Maloney asked if any providers were already interested. Ms. Butler stated, yes and that signed leases will be provided. Mr. Maloney stated that there should be a provision in case of needed removal. Mr. Maloney also stated that an Assurity Bond would need to be provided. Mr. Maloney then stated that additional research needs to be done on the 60-foot right of way with regards to the back lot. Mr. Maloney also stated that all of the deed transfers need to be seen for all of the subdivision activity on this property. Mr. Maloney then read Section 8-14. Mr. Maloney stated that an amendment might be needed with regards to the 60-foot right of way. Mr. Maloney also stated that visuals might be needed.

C DICK’S AUTO BODY SALES – SITE REVIEW

No one is present this evening to represent this project.

D RIVERVIEW SUBDIVISION – PRELIMINARY PLAN

Mr. Tom DuBois from Main-Land Development Consultants, Inc. is representing this project this evening. Mr. DuBois distributed a letter from Goodwin Well & Water Inc. indicating there would be sufficient water for this subdivision. Mr. Maloney then brought up the fact that the sketch plan for this subdivision was submitted over 6 months ago and according to the ordinance a new sketch plan would need to be submitted. After some discussion among the Board Members it was decided that this requirement would be waived. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to waive the 6-month requirement for this project. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously that a new sketch plan was not necessary. Mr. Maloney then reviewed the Application Completeness Checklist for a Major Subdivision-Preliminary Plan. Mr. Maloney referred to item 5 and the note he had added requiring road owners documents. Mr. Maloney suggested that item 13 be waived, since the test pit locations had already been done. It was then determined that items 14 and 20 had been provided. Item 21 with regards to culverts, Mr. DuBois agreed to investigate. Item 27, Drainage Plan, Mr. DuBois agreed to provide additional information. Item 29, elevation will be provided by Mr. DuBois. Item 30, wetlands, it was determined there were none. Item 32, a map will need to be provided. Items 33 and 34 were found to be not applicable. Items 37, 38 and 39 were found to be complete. Mr. R. Edward Morris asked about a fire pond. After some discussion it was agreed that the Fire Department would be contacted and whatever the Fire Department requires would be provided. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to waive item 13. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to find the Application Completeness Checklist for a Major Subdivision-Preliminary Plan with the waiver as complete. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously. Mr. Maloney then reviewed the Application Completeness Checklist for Street Construction. Mr. Maloney suggested waiving items 5 and 17. The Board Members agreed. Mr. Timberlake asked the location of the proposed utilities. The applicant answered as far as he knew they would be located above ground. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to waive items 5 and 17. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to find the Application Completeness Checklist for Street Construction as complete with the above-accepted waivers. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously. There was then some discussion regarding the frontage on the corner lot and possible road frontage easements. Mr. DuBois agreed to look into this matter.

E PLEASANT VIEW ACRES – SUBDIVISION – AMENDMENT

Mr. Tom DuBois of Main-Land Development Consultants, Inc. is representing Ronald and Brenda Bussiere and Brian and Linda Gallagher this evening. Mr. and Mrs. Bussiere own Lot 14 and Mr. and Mrs. Gallagher own Lot 1. Mr. DuBois stated that the purpose of this amendment is to revise the property lines on Lots 1, 2 and 14 to accommodate construction errors. These changes will also affect the property lines and area of Lot 13, and the common area. Lots 2 and 13 are still owned by the developer. There was some discussion regarding the Conditions of Approval on the previous plans. Mr. Timberlake and the Board Members were not too eager to accommodate Mr. DuBois requests since the Developer; Mr. Don Fortin has been before the Planning Board on numerous occasions with similar requests due to construction errors. It was suggested that this discussion be continued in January. Mr. Gallagher voiced his opinion stating that he was not happy with this evening’s proceedings. There was then some discussion between the Board Members and Mr. Maloney regarding possible legal issues.

4 OTHER BUSINESS:

A DEPT. OF CONSERVATION/ANDROSOCGGIN RIVER

DEVELOPMENT

No one is present to discuss this item this evening.

B PROPOSED AMENDMENTS

Mr. Maloney distributed a new package to the Planning Board with all of the changes discussed/required at last month’s meeting. The Planning Board Members agreed to review this package on their own time.

5 REVIEW OF MINUTES FROM NOVEMBER 14, 2007

Mr. R. Edward Morris made a motion to accept the Minutes from the November 14, 2007 Planning Board meeting. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted 2 in favor and 3 abstentions. The Minutes from November 14, 2007 were not accepted.

6 CEO REPORT

No action required.

7 PLANNER ESCROW

No action required.

8 ADJOURNMENT

Motion made by Ms. Twitchell for adjournment, unanimously accepted. The meeting adjourned at 8:30pm.

Respectfully submitted by

Karen Wilcox

Recording Secretary