1 CALL TO ORDER

Called to order at 7:00pm by Mr. Gregg Varney. Mr. Varney then read the agenda. Those Members present were Mr. Varney, Mark Morris, Roy Nickerson, R. Edward Morris, Raymond Lavoie, Margaret Imber and Shirley Twitchell. Planner, John Maloney was present this evening. CEO, Roger Williams was also present this evening.

2 ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN AND OFFICERS

Ms. Twitchell nominated Mr. Gregg Varney as Chairman. Mr. Nickerson seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously to elect Mr. Varney as Chairman. Mr. R Edward Morris made a motion to elect Ms. Margaret Imber as Vice Chairman. Ms. Twitchell seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously to elect Ms. Imber as Vice Chairman. Mr. R. Edward Morris nominated Ms. Shirley Twitchell as Secretary. Ms. Imber seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously to elect Ms. Twitchell as Secretary.

3 PUBLIC HEARING-RICHARDSON ENTERPRISES

Mr. Varney opened the Public Hearing at 7:02pm.

Mr. Mike Gotto of Sebago Technics is representing this project this evening. Mr. Gotto stated that there is an existing garage located on Route 4. This garage will be used for the sale of approximately 23 used vehicles. There will be 12,000 square feet of pavement. Mr. Varney then asked if there was any input from anyone in the audience.

Seeing none, Mr. Varney closed the Public Hearing at 7:05pm.

4 OLD BUSINESS:

A TWENTY-MILE OVERLOOK SUBDIVISION

Mr. Maloney stated that the applicant would like to have this review tabled until the June Planning Board meeting. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to table this item until the June Planning Board meeting. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Planning Board Members voted unanimously to table this item until the June meeting.

B RICHARDSON ENTERPRISES-SITE PLAN REVIEW

Mr. Maloney reviewed the Application Completeness Checklist for Site Plan Review. Mr. Maloney stated that Item 9 had been provided. Mr. Gotto then provided the information for Item 27. Mr. Maloney then suggested to the Planning Board to waive Items 30, 43, 44, 46, 47 and 50. Mr. Maloney also suggested waiving the requirement for a statement from a Financial Institution, the Planning Board Members agreed. Mr. Maloney then stated that the abutter’s notices have been sent and that the spot elevations and soils report have been completed. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to waive Items 30, 43, 44, 46, 47 and 50. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously to waive Items 30, 43, 44, 46, 47 and 50. Mr. R. Edward Morris asked about the MDOT permit. It was stated that there would be 1 curb cut and 1 entrance. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the Application Completeness Checklist for Site Plan Review with waivers 30, 43, 44, 46, 47 and 50 as complete. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously to approve the Application Completeness Checklist for Site Plan Review with above stated waivers. Mr. Maloney then reviewed the Finding of Fact and Conclusion of Law with Conditions of Approval 1 through 8. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the Finding of Fact and Conclusion of Law with Conditions 1 through 8. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. Ms. Imber asked Mr. Williams about Condition 6. Mr. Williams stated that when he receives the contract from the applicant is when the occupancy permit will be issued. The Board Members then voted unanimously to accept the Finding of Fact and Conclusion of Law with Conditions 1 through 8.

5 NEW BUSINESS:

A MATTHEW JORDAN-NON-COMMERCIAL ANIMAL RAISING

Mr. Jordan stated that he inherited said chickens from his neighbor and now he is taking care of them. Mr. Williams stated that this property is located on 4 acres in a Residential District and a permit is needed to raise Non-Commercial Animals. Mr. Williams then read the Conditions associated with Non-Commercial Animal Raising. Mr. Jordan then stated that he was not raising these chickens for Commercial Use. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to allow a permit from the Planning Board via the CEO, Roger Williams, be issued with the Conditions assigned by Mr. Williams. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously to approve said permit.

B DELUCA-HOFFMAN ASSOCIATES-SKETCH PLAN SITE

REVIEW

Ms. Mary E. Gamage, Director of Real Estate Development and Administration, from Hannaford Bros. Co. addressed the Planning Board. Ms. Gamage stated that the proposal is to construct a 36,000 square foot grocery store on Snell Hill Road off of Route 4. Ms. Gamage then referred to the sketch plan map. Ms. Gamage stated that this project would be built on 3 parcels of land, which encompasses 8 acres. Part of this land is in the Androscoggin Land Trust. The store will have a Drive-Thru Pharmacy and employ approximately 100 full and part-time employees. Ms. Gamage then referred to other stores in the area stating that the store in Auburn is 47,000 square feet, the store in Lewiston is 50,000 square feet, the store in Oxford is 50,000 square feet and that the store in Jay is 25,000 square feet. The plan is to have a full application for Planning Board review in July. Ms. Gamage then stated that the Corporate Headquarters are located in Scarborough and that there are 167 stores located in MA, ME, NH, VT and NY. Ms. Gamage then stated that Hannaford continues to make healthy choices, has a concern for food safety as well as offering locally grown produce. In 2008 Hannaford was honored as one of the 10 healthiest stores in the USA. Hannaford has a strong environmental focus with 63% in store waste recycled, 75% construction waste recycled and uses 40% less energy. Hannaford takes a role in the community very seriously. Hannaford looks forward to making a donation to the community on a yearly basis. Ms. Gamage then stated that this land is zoned commercial and that the building will be set on the back of the property with 180 parking spaces. There will be limited access from Route 4 with full access from Snell Hill Road. The well will be located on the land owned by the Androscoggin Land Trust. There will also be public walking paths installed in exchange for the positioning of the well on the Land Trust property. Mr. Doug Boyce, Senior Site Engineering Project Manager, from Hannaford Bros. Co then addressed the Planning Board. Mr. Boyce referred to the sketch plan and stated that the objective was for the best use of the land. Mr. Boyce stated that the wetlands have been mapped by Stantec Associates and that Stantec Associates have met with the DEP, IF&W and Army Corps of Engineers. This development will impact the wetlands and the bird habitat. The process for any permits has begun. A preliminary meeting with the MDOT has already occurred. There will be a traffic study. There will be a scoping meeting held with the Town of Turner. This scoping meeting will allow the town to tell the MDOT their concerns and the MDOT will tell the applicant what areas need to be addressed. Part of the traffic study entails counting cars. This procedure has already taken place on Snell Hill Road, Route 117 and Route 4. It was again stated that there would be limited access from Route 4. Mr. Boyce then referred to a similar store built in Bridgton located on Route 302, which required a traffic signal. Mr. Boyce stated if the MDOT found the need to install a traffic signal that Hannaford would fund such a project. Mr. Boyce reiterated that the goal is to have a full application for presentation to the Planning Board for the July Planning Board meeting. Mr. Varney then asked if there has been any research regarding the aquifer that appears to be located under the site. The answer was yes this is being evaluated. It was then stated that the well would provide for 2,500 gallons per day. It was stated that Hannaford is a public water supply. There was a discussion regarding wastewater disposal system. It was then stated that the building water storage tank would hold a 1-day supply of water and that 45,000 gallons would be held below ground for fire sprinklers. There was then a discussion regarding the DEP requirements concerning a wet pond and storm water ponds. The discussion turned to the delivery trucks. Mr. Boyce stated that the trucks would enter off of Snell Hill Road at the rear of the store, the Hannaford trucks are 53-foot trailers and there could be 1 to 2 deliveries per day, there will also be smaller delivery trucks such as snacks, beverages, etc. The loading dock will be approximately 4 feet. The Pharmacy Service window will have an eyebrow canopy. There will be no connection to Jordan Lane. Mr. Varney then reiterated his concern for the aquifer. Mr. Boyce stated that a study would be done regarding this aquifer. Mr. Varney then asked about sketches of the proposed building. It was stated that the sketches would be submitted with the application. Mr. R. Edward Morris made a comment that the MDOT did not want to see any additional traffic lights from Auburn to Farmington. It was stated that the issue of a traffic signal would be determined by the MDOT. Mr. Maloney then asked why was this project kept so secretive? Mr. Maloney stated that this project was brought before the State, before bringing it to the community. Mr. Maloney also stated that the Town of Turner is very concerned regarding the potential traffic issues on Route 4 and again asked why no building sketch was presented this evening. Ms. Gamage stated that the confidentiality of this project is very complex and that all due diligence has and is being done. Hannaford likes to make sure a proposed project will work before announcing it to the public. Ms. Gamage stated that the sketch plan of the building unfortunately is not yet ready. Mr. Boyce then stated that Hannaford wants to be sure that everything will work. Ms. Imber then asked about the walking trails and how they would work. Mr. Jonathan P. LaBonte, Executive Director for the Androscoggin Land Trust, stated that these trails would be developed in exchange for the placement of the well on the property owned by the Land Trust. These trails would be for non-motorized use and would encompass a picnic site. This is a separate project. Ms. Imber then asked about trash removal at the Hannaford site. It was stated that Hannaford uses a hydraulic compactor and takes care of their trash removal. Ms. Imber then asked about the storm water being piped through the wetlands back to the river. It was stated that, yes, this will take place. Mr. R. Edward Morris asked about the possibility of snowmobile trails. Mr. Labonte stated that he would entertain a separate discussion with Mr. Morris. Mr. Labonte then stated that he has concerns about folks crossing Route 4 to access the walking trails. Citizen, Ms. Jackie Long asked if Snell Hill Road would be enlarged. Mr. Boyce answered, yes and explained the improvements. Citizen, Mr. Mark Rabon asked what are the next steps taken by the town. Mr. Maloney stated the following:

1. A detailed Sketch Plan would need to be submitted.

2. A Site Walk needs to take place.

3. An application needs to be submitted.

4. Abutters need to be notified and Public Notice needs to be posted.

5. A Public Hearing needs to be scheduled and held.

6. Technical Reviews need to take place.

7. The project must meet Town Standards.

8. One or several meeting will take place for project review.

9. A second Public Hearing would take place if needed.

Citizen, Ms. Karen Wilcox asked if the towns’ people would have any notification of the MDOT scoping meeting. Selectmen, Dennis Richardson stated that this meeting would be a public meeting, held during a Selectmen’s meeting. Ms. Imber then stated that she had concerns regarding the traffic on Main Street. Ms. Long then asked what time of the day would trucks be delivering. Mr. Boyce stated that there could be some deliveries in the middle of the night, however the trucks have no back-up alarms and there is a foam rubber device around the dock, which helps to elevate noise. There was then a discussion regarding outside buffering and truck idling as well as regulation for the maximum decibel level and headlights. It was decided that a Site Walk would be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 6:00pm. Mr. Boyce stated that the building site would be pinned as well as the storm water area. The Planning Board would also like to see the proposed entrance from Route 4 and the 3 proposed curb cuts. Mr. Varney stated that all of the neighbors are welcome to attend. Ms. Twitchell stated that she had a concern that the store is not big and boxy and to please make sure that it looks nice. Mr. R. Edward Morris then thanked the Hannaford representatives for their presentation and stated that he hoped it works.

Recess taken from 8:37pm until 8:42pm.

6 OTHER BUSINESS:

None.

7 CEO REPORT

No action required. However there was a discussion regarding the detention pond at Wilson Bluff. Mr. Williams stated that it appears there is some seepage through the bottom, which may have been caused by blasting, but it is hard to tell. Mr. Williams also stated that it appears there are no erosion issues. Mr. Varney then asked Mr. Williams about the business use across Route 4 from the Chickadee Restaurant. Mr. Williams stated that this is a commercial zone and one use can change to another use. Ms. Imber then asked about the business being run by Mr. Guptil on Route 219. Mr. Williams stated that he has had numerous discussions with Mr. Guptil regarding the appearance of this business. Mr. Williams also stated that it is up to the Selectmen on the pulling of this permit.

8 REVIEW OF THE MINUTES FROM APRIL 8, 2009

Mr. Nickerson made a motion to accept the Minutes from the April 8, 2009 Planning Board meeting. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted 5 in favor and 2 abstentions to accept the April 8, 2009 Planning Board Minutes. Ms. Twitchell and Ms. Imber abstained from voting because they were not present at the April 8, 2009 meeting.

9 REVIEW OF PLANNER ESCROW

No Action Required.

10 OTHER ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA

None.

11 ADJOURNMENT

Motion made by Ms. Twitchell for adjournment, unanimously accepted. The meeting adjourned at 8:49pm.

Respectfully submitted by

Karen Wilcox

Recording Secretary