Westmoreland Planning Board
Minutes
Present: Lauren Bressett, Laurie Burt, Jim Starkey, Bob Harcke, Bruce Smith, Nancy Zeller Russ Kotfila, Jim Ranson.
Members of the public were present.
Laurie Burt called the meeting to order at
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Laurie Burt passed the chairmanship to Lauren Bressett.
Public Service Co. of New Hampshire hearing for the purpose of trimming and removal of trees on Paine Road and any other scenic road within Westmoreland pursuant to RSA 231:158. Nancy Zeller, as abutter, excused herself from the discussion; Jim Ranson, alternate was appointed as her replacement. David Crane, Arborist for PSNH provided an overview of the rational and process of trimming and removal of trees. PSNH is in the 4th year of a 5 year trimming cycle in the Southern part of town. Asplundh is contracted to contact affected landowners prior to any work being done. Discussion followed about the trimming process and practice. Lauren asked for clarification as to arboricultural practices followed and inquired to what recourse the Town has if there are concerns after the cutting has been completed. Mr. Crane stated that the Town should contact him directly with questions or concerns. Laurie moved to allow PSNH to proceed with the necessary trimming. Jim Starkey seconded, motion carried unanimously.
Nancy Zeller was reseated.
Cersosimo Industries,
represented by Michael Cersosimo and SVE representative, Andrew Geffert, were
present for the review of the Site Plan Application submitted for a new pit on
River Road, Map R1, Lot 20, in the RR district which will result in the
expansion of the existing, adjacent Cersosimo Gravel Pit, Map R1, Lot 19, in
the RR district and for changes to the final grade of the existing pit. The application was reviewed using the
Westmoreland Site Plan Review Checklist. I. Plat Submission Items: A) 3. seal of
plat preparer missing. B) 1. special exception in process with Zoning Board. C, D, E, F, G, H, I complete. J) 2. Confirmed
that the existing pit is grandfathered at 50’ with the new pit having a buffer
of 200’. K) 2. Mr. Geffert stated that the existing Performance Bond from 1992
is still in effect. Further discussion is needed relating to a Performance Bond
for the new pit. Other) 4. Zoning Board
approval is needed as well as input from the Conservation Commission. The review
continued using the NH Excavation Regulations Application Checklist pursuant to
RSA 155-E. 1, 2 complete. 3) b. preparer
signature needed. h. Conservation
Commission has noted that the property is over an aquifer. p. Mr Cersosimo stated that all repairs except for minor items such
as a flat tire are carried out off site. 4) a. signature of reclamation designer missing. e. Timetable discussion.
Mr. Geffert stated that it is addressed in the Excavation of Terrain
permit issued. The Board notes that it may be needed for approval. The meeting continued
with the review of the Operating Standards Checklist pursuant to RSA 155-E. 1)
complete. 2) noted that in one instance the excavation is slightly under 150’
but that relates to the grandfathered excavation. 3, 4 complete. 5) Fuels - Clarification requested. Mr.
Cersosimo stated that only fuel for the loader is on the property, stored in a
portable tank as regulated by the NHES. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 complete. 11) The
excavation is permitted by Special Exception by the Zoning Board which is in
process. 12, 13, 14 complete. 15)
…deterioration of highways… Discussion ensued. Lauren asked about
average trips per day. Mr. Cersosimo stated that to date, the month of June had
the highest trip per day with an average of 14 and the highest being approximately
16. Mr. Cersosimo also stated that traffic is dictated by product demand. It
was noted that there will not be more active face than is currently being
worked, so that traffic will stay the same as it is currently. 16) complete.
17) …damage to known aquifer… Conservation Commission to review. The review
continued using the Reclamation Standards Checklist pursuant to RSA 155-E. 1, 2
complete. 3) …stump removal… Discussion ensued with Mr. Cersosimo stating that
there is no plan to bury stumps or vegetation on the site. He noted that they have a registered stump
dump in
Nancy Zeller moved that the application be accepted as
complete for the purposes of proceeding with consideration and making an
informed decision. However, additional information shall be requested as
necessary and must be submitted to complete the review and act on the
application which currently includes:
signatures on the plan, stamp of the engineer, approval of the Zoning
Board, Performance Bond approved by town’s Counsel, Conservation Commission
comment and a timetable as to fully-depleted sites within the project
area. Action on this proposal shall
occur by
The Board moved on to the consideration of regional
impact. Nancy Zeller stated that she
believes that this application is subject to regional impact due to the
properties proximity to
Molly McMillan - The
Board confirmed that a site plan is not necessary for Molly McMillan due to the
fact that her property located on
OLD BUSINESS:
Joint Zoning and Planning Review – The board had a discussion with Peter Remy regarding the best procedure for special exceptions when both Planning and Zoning approval is needed. No decision was reached. Lauren will research this with SWRPC and the LGC.
Review of Town Ordinances will continue as a work in progress throughout 2010.
Lori noted that deadlines may be an issue for some subdivision approvals to be filed with the Registry. She was directed to write a letter letting the applicants know that their approval will be voided if they do not complete registry.
Lori and Lauren will work with Tina Cutter to have approved processes consistent in printed materials in the Town Office and on the website.
SELECTMENS UPDATE: Russ K. stated that the Selectmen approved adopting RSA 31:105.
Meeting adjourned at
Respectfully submitted,
Lori-Anne Ingram
Secretary
(unapproved minutes/lai)