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rp r;P, DRAFT ' Minutes - Four Town Planning Group JUL 2 0 ma July 7, 1998 Present: Elizabeth t+lewman (Concord), Jeanne Krieger (Lexington), Kane Packard (Concoftl), Richard Walsh (MASSPORT), Greg Cravedi (HAFB), Chuck Enright (Concord), Lora Goldenberg (Bedford), James White (Lincoln), Bob Bowyer (Lexington), Richard Canale (Lexington), Mark Racicot (MAPC), Grace Perez (Concord), and Liza Cormier The Meetina was called to order at 4 45 by Kane Packard. JVIAPC Update Mark Racicot talked about the range of the build-out analysis as described in the RFP (3,000-30,000). He stated we need to specify if we want the whole four communities or just the 4TPG area (as mapped out in the Daylor Plan) in the analysis. We need to keep in mind the difference of a build-out analysis area and areas of development impact; areas impacted can be reviewed as we progress through this process. This boundary issue has been an issue for awhile and will be part of Task 1 from the RFP; the 4TPG will meet and define more clearly this boundary for Mark; it was noted that our vision can be broader than the actual boundary that we give to MAPC. We can refine these areas as we go through this process; once we begin to learn zoning regulations and better define build-out and label specific areas. Mark also asked us to clarify the build-out analysis - a small sampling from the area, more detailed areas, whether or not we want to include such specifics as buildings that can be torn down and rebuilt, developed/undeveloped parcels, conversions of existing commercial space, etc. Obviously, the fee for this build-out analysis is based on what areas we are looking to have in the analysis. Mark also needs to know our wetlands rules as they may apply to the parking/commercial sites. There was some discussion about whether we should be doing the technical portion of this project before defining areas; it was felt by most in attendance that the technical portion (defining zoning areas/regulations) was an integral part of defining areas. Lexington stated some examples why zoning research should be done before we define the areas that we want to have impacted; zoning is a statement of policy, it's a regulation, you need to know where you are. Bob Bowyer brought an example of a Lexington build-out for discussion and reference, he noted the time and effort involved in preparing this type of build-out. Mark did state that MAPC's analysis would be a little less detailed because they do build-outs on gross area, as opposed to Bob's example which was done by specific areas. Summary It was decided to use the 4TPA as defined by Daylor It was stated that we need an analysis with the highest and best uses; specifically office build-out was mentioned. It was agreed to have a wide range used for the build-out, i.e., commercial, tear-downs, etc. MASSPORT and HAFB parcels need to be reviewed and implemented into our build-out as necessary Developmental impacts, such as impacts of traffic, will not be covered by this build-out analysis, but can be generated from it, as an additional step to the process. The detail of final report will be dependent upon what areas we request. Open House Richard Canale discussed having a type of open house where we invite each town selectmen and interested parties to discuss our plans; perhaps in October/November Next Meetinas: The next meetings will be Wednesday, July 22 and Wednesday, August 5, at the Brick Building, Concord. Liza Cormier