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Home My WebLink About2021-09-13-CONCOM-min 00 JS M NI,V'G O RECEIVED P _ 2021 d 1 IIS ov, ui °m $ �w PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES TOWN CLERK Conservation Commission LEXINGTON MA APAI Lpr" Meering broadcasted by LexMedia tFxrivcT AGENDA Monday, September 13, 2021, 6:30 p.m. This Conservation Commission meeting was held remotely via Zoom, an online meeting platform. Public Participation via calling in or using your computer was encouraged and a recording will be available through LexMedia as soon as possible after the meeting. Commissioners Present: Kevin Beuttell, Duke Bitsko, Alex Dohan, Philip Hamilton, Ruth Ladd and Holly Samuels (not present: David Langseth) Associate Members Present: Jason Hnatko and Vinita Bose Staff Present: Karen Mullins, Conservation Director and Meghan McNamara, Department Assistant 6:30 PM New Business/Pendine Matters 475 Bedford Street— informal discussion on conceptual plan for new development Mr. Ed Nardi, Cresset Development, Ms. Laura Laich, VHB, and Mr. Chris Nowak, VHB, presented the informal proposal to rezone the lot and redevelop it as a lab building with a parking garage. Members of the Commission provided feedback to Cresset Development and VHB, including: invasive species in the proposed replication area, creating a larger parking garage to hold more spaces,potential shading impacts to existing and proposed wetlands, and stormwater standards. 6:56 PM 15 Volunteer Way-update on expansion of work limit and changes to the site within the 100-foot buffer zone On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to issue an enforcement order in accordance with the revised restoration plan for stormwater management and buffer zone restoration. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 7:03 PM Conservation Plan Modification/Insignificant Plan Change: 4 Maguire Road, ViewPoint Cloud Permit# CPM-21-21, DEP4201-1201, CNOI-20-28 On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to approve the Conservation Plan Modification/Insignificant Plan Change request. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 7:06 PM Conservation Plan Modification/Insignificant Plan Change: 27-29 Constitution Road, ViewPoint Cloud Permit# CPM-21-22, DEP4201-1219, CNOI-21-11 Mr. Matthew Weisman, Lexington Engineering,presented a dewatering plan and an update on the construction schedule. The September 30, 2021 completion date is not feasible due to Covid- 19 related material delays and the project team is removing the existing pipe this week and also grading and building the channel. On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to issue the Insignificant Plan Change. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 7:11 PM New Public Meetings/Hearings Notice of Intent: 203 Marrett Road ViewPoint Cloud Permit# CN0I-21-35, DEP#201-1239 Applicant: David Sohn, Northeast Venture Group Property Owner: Johnson Aram Estate c/o Steven N Aaron Project: Demolition of existing dwelling and reconstruction of a new, single family home within the one hundred foot buffer zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands Documentation Submitted: — Site Plan; Prepared for: Northeast Venture Group; Prepared, stamped and signed by: Frederic W. Russell, PE Civil No. 36713; Scale: 1"=20' and as noted not to scale; Date: 7/25/2021; — Plot Plan; Prepared by: Keenan Survey; Date: 4/16/2021; — Notice of Intent application and attachments; Prepared by: Mary Trudeau, Wetlands Consultant; Date submitted: 8/15/2021; — Description of Work; Locus: 203 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA; Not dated; — Letter; From: Mary Trudeau, Wetlands Consultant; To: Northeast Venture Group; RE: 203 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA: Wetlands Delineation; Date: 8/15/2021; — Stormwater Analysis; Prepared, stamped and signed by: Frederic W. Russell, PE; Date: 7/28/2021; Stormwater Operation and Maintenance Plan; Prepared for Applicant/Owner Responsible for Maintenance until transfer: Northeast Venture Group; Date: 7/28/2021; On a motion by Ms. Samuels and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to continue the hearing to the September 27, 2021 meeting at the applicant's request. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 7:14 PM Notice of Intent: 19 Bellflower Street ViewPoint Cloud Permit# CN0I-21-36, DEP#201-1238 Applicant/Property Owner: Justine Neely Project: construct a rear wooden deck, stone stairs, and a permeable paver walkway within the 100-foot buffer zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands Documentation Submitted: — Sheet 1 of 2: Record Conditions Plan of Land; Sheet 2 of 2: Permit Site Plan of Land; Prepared for: Justine Neely; Prepared by: Meridian Associates; Stamped and signed by: David S. Kelley, PE Civil No. 49369; Scale: 1"=10' and as noted not to scale; Date: 6/22/2021; — Notice of Intent application and attachments; Prepared for Applicant/Property Owner: Justine Neely; Prepared by: Richard Kirby and Julia Hoogeboom, LEC Environmental Consultants, Inc.; Date: 8/24/2021; Ms. Julia Hoogeboom, LEC Environmental Consultants, Inc.,presented to the Commission. Members of the Commission did not have any comments or questions. On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 5-0 by roll call vote to close the hearing. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Recuse Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 7:25 PM Request for Determination of Applicability: 173 Waltham Street ViewPoint Cloud Permit# CDOA-21-10 Applicant/Property Owner: Rituparna Basu Project: construction of a patio, invasive plant control and native plantings proposed within the 100-foot buffer zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands Documentation Submitted: — Site Plan; Prepared by: Oxbow Associates, Inc.; Scale: 1"=30'; Date: 8/24/2021; — Request for Determination of Applicability application and attachments; Submitted by: Rituparna Basu; Prepared by: Oxbow Associates, Inc.; Date: 8/24/2021; — Photographs of site; Mr. Scott Smyers, Oxbow Associates,presented before the Commission. Oxbow Associates is proposing to cut the invasive species by hand and to also use a backpack sprayer to spray leaves to avoid any native plants that may be around. Proposing to begin in late summer if possible. On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to issue a Negative Determination with conditions. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 7:30 PM Continued Public Meetinufflearin2s Notice of Intent: 207 East Street ViewPoint Cloud Permit# CNOI-21-23 (local bylaw only) Applicant/Property Owner: Prakash Bedre Project: Excavation, foundation and construction of a 22'x24' single story garage attached by a 4'x14' breezeway to the existing house, along with associated site work within the 100-foot buffer zone Previous Meeting Date: 813012021 Supplemental Documentation: — Plot Plan of Land; Prepared for: Prakash Bedre; Prepared by: Guaranteed Builders, Inc.; Stamped and signed by: Charles E. Michaud, PE Civil No. 24494; Date: 8/10/2021 and Revised through 9/8/2021; — HydroCAD Report; Stamped and signed by: Charles E. Michaud, PE; Printed: 6/6/2021; Ms. Tracey Sharkey, Guaranteed Builders & Developers, Inc.,presented before the Commission. The applicant received revised comments from Lexington Engineering stating that the stormwater analysis demonstrates compliance. The Commission did not have any further questions or comments. On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Samuels, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to close the hearing. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 7:33 PM Proposed Amendments to Rules Adopted by the Lexington Conservation Commission Pursuant to the Town Of Lexington for Wetland Protection Code, Chapter 130: Section 5(2): Performance Standards -Peak Rate of Runoff, 5(5): Performance Standards - Buffer Zones; Section 9: Waiver of Regulation, and Technical corrections throughout On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Samuels, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to close the public hearing. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 7:37 PM On a motion by Ms. Samuels and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to approve the amendments as regulations of the Lexington Conservation Commission. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 7:38 PM New Business/Pending Matters, Continued Issue Certificate of Compliance: 11 Volunteer Way, ViewPoint Cloud Penn it#COC-21-20, DEP4201-1175, CNOI-20-3 On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to issue the Certificate of Compliance, subject to confirmation by staff of Feno bounds being installed. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 7:41 PM Issue Certificate of Compliance: 8 Peachtree Road, ViewPoint Cloud Penn it#COC-21-16, DEP4201-384, BL# 336 The Commission discussed the growth of knotweed and planting on the stone slope. The Commission requests that the applicant present a vegetation plan to remove the invasive species and prevent recolonization. It was stated that moving the retaining wall would cause more damage to the wetland. Issue Certificate of Compliance: 16 Summer Street, ViewPoint Cloud Penn it#COC-21-22, DEP4201-996, BL 953 Ms. Mullins confirmed that the areas as described in the certificate request are in compliance. It was noted in the application that two thirds of the restoration plantings appeared to be thriving. On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to issue a Partial Certificate of Compliance. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 8:03 PM Issue Order of Conditions: 75 Concord Avenue, ViewPoint Cloud Permit# CNOI-21-20, DEP4201-1236 On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Samuels, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to issue the Order of Conditions. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 8:04 PM Approve permit for Apiaries at Cotton Farm Conservation Area and Idylwilde Community Garden, Alexandra Bartsch, 2019-2022 On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to approve the permit for 2019-2022. Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 8:05 PM Schedule site visits for 9/27/21 Meeting Site visits will take place on Saturday September 25, 2021 at 9:00 AM Approve minutes: 8/30/2021 Meeting Minutes will be approved at the next meeting. Reports: Bike Advisory, Community Gardens, Community Preservation Committee, Greenway Corridor Committee, Land Acquisition, Land Management, Land Steward Directors, and Tree Committee, HIP Working Group An update was provided on the meadow preservation and Wright Farm capital funding request. The Idylwilde Community Garden is looking for a garden coordinator for the 2022 season. The current coordinator who has volunteered for 8 years is stepping down. On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call vote to adjourn the meeting Record of vote as follows: Kevin Beuttell —Aye Alex Dohan—Aye Ruth Ladd—Aye Holly Samuels —Aye Phil Hamilton—Aye Duke Bitsko—Aye 8:16 PM Respectfully Submitted, Meghan McNamara Conservation Department Assistant Approved: 10/25/2021 Archived: 10/28/2021