Town of Turner, Maine
Chairman, Jeffrey Timberlake called the meeting to order at 7:02pm. Those Members present were Mr. Timberlake, Margaret Imber, Shirley Twitchell, Roy Nickerson and R. Edward Morris. Board Members Ray Lavoie and Mark Morris were 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:
Mr. Maloney stated that the Final Findings of Fact had been sent to Mr. Tom DuBois of Main-Land Development Consultants, Inc. for his review. After reviewing the Findings of Fact Mr. DuBois and Mr. Maloney agreed that some changes should be made to the Findings. These changes are as follows:
1. Page 1, third paragraph, the word comments will be added.
2. Page 2, the word a should be added to separate abuts and larger in the sentence above Lots.
3. Page 2, Item C should read Lots 1 and 8.
4. Page 2, Item E should read Lot 5 in 2 places.
5. Page 3, Item D should read DuBois.
6. Page 4, middle of the page should read dry hydrant.
7. Page 4, Item B should read as follows: The proposed subdivision does not have access to an exiting street that has a peak hour volume of 22 vehicle trips or greater.
8. Page 6, under Aesthetic, Cultural and Natural Areas it should read as follows: There are no known rare or irreplaceable natural areas in the project area.
9. Page 8, Condition 6 the word structure should be plural (structures).
10. Page 9, Condition 7 the word buy should read as by.
After all of the changes were reviewed Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the Final Findings of Fact with Conditions of Approval 1 through 11 and Other Conditions of Approval 1 through 7. Mr. Nickerson seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously.
B RAJATHON – COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISION-FINDINGS OF
FACT-PRELIMINARY AND FINAL
Mr. Timberlake stated that he would remain at the Board table, however he will abstain from any discussion or voting.
Ms. Imber is now chairing this evening’s meeting.
Mr. Maloney stated that the Condition regarding the Utility Plan has been removed since the requested information has been provided. After briefly reviewing the Preliminary Findings of Fact Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the Preliminary Findings of Fact with Conditions of Preliminary Approval 1 and 2. Mr. Nickerson seconded the motion. The Board Members voted 4 in favor and 1 abstention to accept the Preliminary Findings of Fact. Mr. Maloney then reviewed the Final Subdivision Plan approval and stated that under Other Conditions of Approval the applicant requested the addition of Other Condition number 1. There was a discussion regarding the road fee. Mr. Maloney clarified any confusion regarding the road fee. Mr. Maloney then stated that the Vice Chair would sign the Final Findings of Fact when the Storm Water Management Report is submitted (this statement is reflected in Other Conditions of Approval, Condition 6). Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the Final Findings of Fact with Conditions of Approval 1 through 7 and Other Conditions of Approval 1 through 7. Mr. Nickerson seconded the motion. The Board Members voted 4 in favor and 1 abstention to accept the Final Findings of Fact.
Mr. Timberlake is now chairing this evening’s meeting.
C SANDY BOTTOM ESTATES-FINAL PLAN
Mr. Richard Valentine of Survey Works, Inc. is representing this project this evening. Mr. Maloney stated that the preliminary approval for this project was done on January 10, 2007. Mr. Maloney then reviewed the Application Completeness Checklist for a Final Plan Major Subdivision. Mr. Maloney stated that everything had been received. Ms. Twitchell asked about Fire Department approval. Mr. Maloney stated that this issue would be discussed under Final approval. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the Application Completeness Checklist Final Plan Major Subdivision as complete. Mr. Nickerson seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously to accept the Application Completeness Checklist Final Plan Major Subdivision as complete. Mr. Maloney then reviewed the Final Findings of Fact. There was some discussion regarding he cost of the road construction. Mr. Valentine stated that the total cost would be $157,000 and that $3,140, which is 2%, would be posted as the Performance Guarantee. Mr. Maloney then reviewed the Conditions of Approval 1 through 4. It was agreed upon by all that on Condition Number 4 the words, or placed, would be inserted after the word constructed. Mr. Maloney then reviewed the Other Conditions of Approval Number 1 through 6. It was agreed upon by all that the following changes would be made to the Other Conditions of Approval:
1. Condition 3 will have the addition, of the construction, added after the word time.
2. Condition 5 will read as follows: All monumentation required shown on the plan depicting the abutter perimeter shall be installed and prior to the lease of any lot…
3. Condition 6, the word buy should read as by.
Ms. Twitchell’s concern regarding the Fire Department was addressed in Other Conditions of Approval Number 3. Mr. Valentine stated that the number of lots on page 1 should be changed from 34 to 49. Mr. Maloney agreed that this change was warranted. Mr. Maloney then stated that the IF&W was working with the applicant regarding the buffer areas. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the Final Findings of Fact with Conditions 1 through 4 and Other Conditions of Approval 1 through 6. Mr. Nickerson seconded the motion. Mr. Morris raised a question regarding Conditions of Approval Number 3. Mr. Timberlake clarified Condition Number 3 to mean that if any of these lots were to be sold for a single family dwelling to be constructed there would have to be Planning Board approval. The Planning Board then voted unanimously to accept the Final Findings of Fact.
D DALE CARVER-LOT SERVED BY NON-CONFORMING RIGHT
OF WAY
No one is present this evening. This item will be tabled.
3 OTHER BUSINESS:
A PUD ORDINANCES
This agenda item will be discussed as a workshop.
B AVCOG AGREEMENT
This agreement will be sent to the Board of Selectmen for their acceptance and approval.
C THE SHIRE SUBDIVISION ROAD
This item was not discussed.
Mr. Williams stated that Randy Murray should be billed $260.00 and that Majestic Heights Subdivision should be refunded $782.00. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the Planner Escrow. Mr. Nickerson seconded the motion. The Board Members voted unanimously.
Ms. Imber asked Ms. Wilcox to make a change to page 3. Ms. Wilcox agreed to make said change. Ms. Twitchell made a motion to accept the Minutes from June 13, 2007 with said change. Mr. Nickerson seconded the motion. The Board Members voted 4 in favor, 1 abstention to accept the Minutes from June 13, 2007 with said change.
No action required.
There was a discussion regarding the possible installation of a State boat launch. Mr. Timberlake apologized to the Board Members and stated that he was unable to attend the meeting held on June 22 with the State to discuss this issue. Mr. Timberlake suggested inviting the state representative(s) to a workshop so that this issue could be discussed. All of the Board Members agreed. Mr. Timberlake stated that he would contact the State to invite them to a workshop.
7 ADJOURNMENT
Motion made by Ms. Twitchell for adjournment, unanimously accepted. The meeting adjourned at 7:51pm.
Respectfully submitted by
Karen Wilcox
Recording Secretary