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o The homes in the neighborhood were more affordable —40 years ago o Everyone in the neighborhood felt so terrible when 28 Partridge came down o The sound barrier project was a project of how the neighborhood came together to bring about a change Phil and Arthur confirmed that the builder of the "Roberts Contemporary" was Gene Roberts. Most of the houses on Partridge plus the section of Turning Mill where the backyards and abut Partridge properties were all "Roberts Contemporary" houses. 5) Bob Creech provided an update on the proposed rules for Trees /Shrubs and Landscaping • Bob researched documents provided by the Peacock Farm association and by the Denton Road NCD in Wellesley. Like the Wellesley example, the rules will be separate for new construction vs. updates and improvements. For updates the rules are advisory only. Species of trees that are native to the neighborhood (white pine, oak, beech, hickory, sassafras and native maples) will be recommended. For new construction there will need to be trees to provide a screen to protect the neighbors' views of the woods. New trees will be required to be of a similar size to trees that are removed (ultimately). • For new construction, a tree planting plan will need to be provided to the NCD review committee for approval. 6) Sally Zimmerman is working on a draft of the study report. The report will reference the NCD recommendation approved at 2016 Town Meeting. 7) Diane Pursley proposed a change to the work plan. To shore up the time line for moving forward at the 2017 Town Meeting we will meet again on 1/17/2017. Mr. Elany (10 Demar) had come to the meeting to hear about the op -out form. Bob said he would drop a copy in Mr. Elany's mailbox to let him know whether or not the meeting on the 17th will take place. 8) Public Comment — There were a few comments from the neighborhood guests expressing appreciation for the efforts of this group. It was mentioned that Old Colony Road provides an example to avoid. Adjourn (Sally Cassells /Bob Creech) 8:30pm