Town of Turner, Maine
Planning Board Minutes
April 11, 2007
1 CALL TO ORDER
Chairman, Jeffrey Timberlake called the meeting to order at 7:05pm. Those Members present were Mr. Timberlake, Margaret Imber, Ray Lavoie, R. Edward Morris, Shirley Twitchell and Mark Morris. Board Member Roy Nickerson was not present. Planner, John Maloney was present this evening. CEO, Roger Williams was present this evening. There were also several persons with interest in items on the agenda in attendance.
2 OLD BUSINESS:
A DOW FARM ESTATES-NORTH AMENDMENT-FINDINGS OF
FACT
Mr. Maloney read the Findings of Fact to the Planning Board. This amendment would change the original stated Condition to read no building permits shall be issued for lots 1 and 2 until such time that the common driveway is constructed. Mr. Maloney suggested that the Planning Board approve this application, which has been submitted by Rock Rousseau requesting this amendment. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the Findings of Fact Amendment #1. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously.
B. TEAGUE HILL ESTATES-AMENDMENT-FINDINGS OF FACT
Mr. Maloney stated that Mr. Ken Sonagere addressed the Board Members at the March 14, 2007 Planning Board meeting. Mr. Sonagere stated at that time that he had purchased Lot 4 in Teague Hill Estates and built a home on this property. This home is now on the market. A survey has revealed that the corner of the garage is 13 feet short of the required 40-foot setback. Mr. Maloney read the Findings of Fact regarding this issue. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to reduce lot 4 in Teague Hill Estates at the hammerhead from 40 feet to 20 feet; this will reduce the building envelope designation. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously.
3 NEW BUSINESS:
A JASON BERRY-LANDSCAPE GARAGE/SKETCH PLAN
Mr. Berry addressed the Planning Board and stated that he is in the process of purchasing 4 acres on the right side of Clark's Farm Stand on Route 4. Mr. Berry's intention is to construct a 50 x 100 foot steel building for an office and garage space. Mr. Berry distributed an aerial map to the Planning Board for their review. Mr. Berry stated that the existing driveway would be used. There will be an easement for parking lot access. Mr. Maloney stated that the site plan would need to show parking and a 60-foot right of way. There was some discussion regarding a back lot and enough frontage. Mr. Ed Morris asked if the MDOT would need to review the entrance permit. Mr. Wes Clark stated that he would look into this matter. Mr. Timberlake stated that he would like to make sure that there are no problems in the future with the road which will be shared by both parties. There was a discussion regarding another entrance from Route 4. All agreed that this was not a good idea. Mr. Maloney stated that a measured drawing, a site plan and a topo map would need to be provided. A site walk was scheduled for Tuesday, April 24, 2007 at 6:00pm. Mr. Timberlake suggested that a professional be hired to assist Mr. Berry with this project so that the paperwork is completed properly. Mr. Timberlake also stated that it would be a good idea if this hired professional attend the site walk.
4 OTHER BUSINESS:
A PUD ORDINANCE PROVISIONS
This agenda item will be discussed as a workshop. No formal Minutes will be taken by the Recording Secretary.
Mr. Timberlake stated that he, Mr. Williams and Mr. Mike Gotto had a discussion regarding building a concession stand at the ball field on Cobb Road. It would be for the selling of refreshments and also house a bathroom. It was stated that if this area is not in the flood plan then it is exempt and it could be classified as an accessory structure. The Board Members then looked at a map depicting where this location was. It was agreed upon that this process to construct this concession stand could be worked through.
There was then a discussion regarding the Irving Gas Station located on Route 4. The proprietors want to construct a 30 x 40 foot canopy over the gas pumps. The State of Maine has given their permission for this construction. However there is a setback issue with the town ordinance. There is only a 15-foot setback. The town requires 50 feet. There was then a sign discussion. There was then a discussion regarding the possibility of approaching the Appeals Board. All agreed that a canopy would make this area safer.
Mr. Timberlake then stated that since the Town Manager, Mr. Jim Catlin, is no longer active in this role, it has been brought to Mr. Timberlake's attention that the 2% escrow money for new roads has not been collected. It appears that Mr. Don Fortin has not paid this 2%. The Planning Board all agreed that a letter would need to be prepared requesting this be paid before the scheduled inspection on April 26, 2007. Mr. Timberlake then stated that Mr. Dale Talbot has paid the 2%. No one was sure if Randy Langley's project, Pinewood Estates, has paid this 2%. Mr. Williams will investigate this matter. Mr. Timberlake then stated that T Bucks road was not accepted at the town meeting because it did not meet the standards. It was agreed upon by all that an engineer needs to look at this road.
5 REVIEW OF PLANNER ESCROW
No action required.
Ms. Imber then asked Mr. Williams about the Rodney Guptill situation. Mr. Williams stated that the town would not send any more letters to Mr. Guptill regarding his property. The next step will be a cease and desist order served to Mr. Guptill.
There was then a discussion regarding Jesse Walker. Mr. Williams stated that a letter has been sent by the town to Mr. Walker as an order to correct the lot that has been created illegally.
6 MINUTES FOR MARCH 14, 2007
Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the March 14, 2007 Minutes. Mr. Lavoie seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously to accept the March 14, 2007 Minutes.
7 CEO REPORT
No action required.
8 ADJOURNMENT
Motion made by Ms. Twitchell for adjournment, unanimously accepted. The meeting adjourned at 7:52pm.
Respectfully submitted by
Karen Wilcox
Recording Secretary