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TOWN OF LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
MINUTES
Tuesday April 18, 2017
6:30 P.M.
Parker Room, Town Office Building
1625 Massachusetts Ave
Chair Philip Hamilton opened the meeting at 6:33pm in the Parker Room
Commissioners Present: Phil Hamilton, Alex Dohan, David Langseth, Kevin Beuttell
Others present: Casey Hagerty, Conservation Department Assistant
6:33pm
Approve insignificant plan changes at 3 Mulberry Lane, DET 16-44
Mr. Capachietti explained that the entire project is outside of the buffer. They have reconfigured
the layout of the pool since they have gotten their initial approval from the Commission. The
limit of work line has not changed and the stormwater system is also the same.
Motion to approve the plan change made by Mr. Wolk and seconded by Mr. Beuttell. Vote: 4-0
in favor.
6:38pm
Approve insignificant plan changes at 29 Fairlawn Lane, DEP 201-1016, BL 973
The commission requested more information from the applicant before discussing this change.
6:42pm
Approve insignificant plan changes at132 Marrett Rd, DET 17-5
This will be discussed at the next meeting.
6:44pm
Issue Certificates of Compliance at 255 Worthen Road East, DEP 201-1006, BL 963
Motion to issue a Certificate of Compliance made by Mr. Wolk and seconded by Mr. Langseth.
6:45pm
Issue Order of Conditions for DEP 201-1053, BL 1010, NOI, 32 Worthen Road
Motion to issue the Order of Conditions made by Mrs. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Langseth.
Vote: 4-0 in favor.
Issue Order of Conditions for DEP 201-1050, BL 1007, NOI, Route 2
Motion to issue the Order of Conditions made by Mrs. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Langseth.
Vote: 4-0 in favor.
Issue Order of Conditions for DEP 201-1048, BL 1005, NOI, 85 Kendall Road
Motion to issue the Order of Conditions made by Mrs. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Langseth.
Vote: 4-0 in favor.
Issue Order of Conditions for DEP 201-1052, BL 1009, NOI, 24 Constitution Road
Motion to issue the Order of Conditions made by Mrs. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Langseth.
Vote: 4-0 in favor.
6:47pm
Schedule Site Visits for the 5/1/17 meeting
Site visits were scheduled for 4/29/2017.
6:48pm
Reports
The commission asked for an update on the move of the Dunback Meadow community garden to
the Idylwilde Garden. Ms. Hagerty explained that the Dunback Meadow Gardeners have been
made aware of the new schedule. Work on the expansion is expected to be ready for the 2018
season.
6:49
Steep Slope Performance Standards Regulation Discussion
This will be discussed next meeting.
NEW MEETINGS/HEARINGS
6:51pm
DEP 201-1055, BL 1012
NOI, Pleasant Street
Applicant: Town of Lexington, Engineering
Owner: Town of Lexington and Wilson Farm
Project: Construct sidewalk and modify drainage infrastructure
Dave Pavlik- Town Engineer, Denise Cameron- Woodard and Curran
Mr. Pavlik explained that as part of a drainage study of the Town, Pleasant Street was identified
as a flooding concern. They are proposing to daylight a stream to alleviate the some of the
flooding issues.
Ms. Cameron stated that Woodard and Curran did a hydrologic study in the area to determine the
cause of the flooding. It was concluded that the inlet pipe is undersized; it is currently12 inches,
but should be 24inches. The first phase of the project would be to resize the inlet pipe to an
appropriate size. If this does not alleviate the flooding, the will move onto phase two. If needed,
phase two would involve re-sizing the stream channel under the road. Currently the stream is in a
conduit that drops in diameter from 42 inches to 24 inches. Phase two will only be done if phase
one is not successful.
Additionally, she stated that they are looking at alternatives to a riprap slope; currently they are
thinking about using bionet. They are going to cascade the plants on the slope as well. They are
also going to do some invasive species removal.
Questions and comments from the Commission:
The commission asked for clarification regarding the phasing of the project. Ms. Cameron
explained that right now they are seeking approval of only phase one. If phase two is needed,
they will come back before the Commission.
The commission asked if the hydrologic survey relied on phase two. Ms. Cameron explained that
the survey did not identify phase two as a necessary step.
Motion to close the hearing made by Mr. Wolk and seconded by Mr. Beuttell. Vote: 5-0 in favor.
CONTINUED MEETINGS/HEARINGS
7:05pm
DEP 201-1056, BL 1013
NOI, 255 Cedar Street, Pine Meadows Golf Course
Applicant/owner: Town of Lexington
Project: Relocation of an existing golf green
Melissa Battite- Director of Recreation
Ms. Battite explained that since the last meeting they have worked with the Engineering
Department to satisfy their requirements.
Mr. Hamilton entered the Engineering Report into the record.
Motion to close the hearing made by Mr. Wolk and seconded by Mr. Beuttell. Vote: 5-0 in favor.
Motion to issue the Order of Conditions made by Mr. Wolk and seconded Mrs. Dohan. Vote: 5-0
in favor.
7:10pm
DEP 201-1054, BL 1011
NOI, 16 Hickory Street
Applicant: Sramowicz Construction LLC
Owner: Jun Wang
Project: Raze and Rebuild of a Single Family Dwelling
The applicant has withdrawn this application.
7:11pm
DEP 201-1043, BL 1000
NOI, 98 East Street
Applicant/owner: Sean and Jennifer Kennedy
Project: New covered entryway, woodshed, patio, and sports court
Rich Kirby-LEC Environmental, Mike Capichetti- Meridian Associates, Sean and Jennifer
Kennedy- Homeowners
Mr. Kirby explained that applicants have been navigating the Zoning Board process. Since the
last meeting, the applicants have changed their plans so they no longer require Zoning Board
approval. The sports court has been reduced in size and the shed has been relocated. Mr. Kirby
clarified that the shed is going to be a simple garden shed with a utility sink. The planting plan
has also been updated.
Questions and comments from the Commission:
The commission asked for clarification regarding the stormwater system for the shed. Mr.
Capichetti said that all runoff will be collected to the pervious patio and infiltrate through that.
At the request of the Commission he said he will do additional test pits in that area.
The commission asked for clarification between the discrepancies in the site plan and planting
plan. Mr. Kirby explained that the planting plan is for planting purposes only. The planting plan
was made before the site plan was revised.
The commission asked for an alternatives analysis because the project is within the 100 ft. inner
riverfront zone, and is not an exempt project because it proposes work within the 50ft. buffer to
the river. The Applicant agreed to provide the alternatives analysis.
Motion to continue the hearing to 5/1/2017 at the applicant’s request made by Mr. Wolk and
seconded by Mr. Beuttell. Vote: 5-0 in favor.
7:46pm
DEP 201-XXXX, BL XXXX
NOI, 758 Marrett Road
Owner/Applicant: Minuteman Vocational Regional and Technical High School
Project: Raze and rebuild of existing school building and associated site work
Steve Garvin, Samiotes Consulting
Mr. Garvin explained that they have incorporated some changes to the plan as per the request of
the peer reviewer and the Cambridge Water Department. Mr. Garvin provided the Commission
with a PowerPoint presentation which highlighted the changes that have been made to the plan.
David Nyman, the peer reviewer from CEI hired by the Commission, explained that he has
started to review both the Lincoln and Lexington portions of the project. The Lincoln side of the
project is much more complex and he will need more time to do a full review and comparison.
Mr. Nyman explained that at this point, his best recommendation would be for more test pits to
be done in the area of the turf field. The applicant agreed to this.
Questions and comments from the Commission:
The Commission asked if the applicant looked at relocating the existing road along the side of
the field. Mr. Garvin explained that they need that road to service the existing day care center on
the adjacent property.
The commission asked how the existing drainage was on that portion of the road adjacent to the
fields. Mr. Garvin sated that they are going to upgrade the water quality to achieve 88% TSS
removal.
Motion to continue the hearing to 5/15/2017 made by Mr. Wolk and seconded by Mr. Beuttell.
Vote: 5-0 in favor.
8:18pm
Reports
Ms. Hagerty reported that there have been reports of cutting in the wetlands on the Cotting
School Property. The Commission decided to issue a Stop Work Order until more information is
provided to the Commission and Conservation Staff.
Motion to issue a Stop Work Order made by Mr. Langseth and seconded by Mrs. Dohan. Vote:
5-0 in favor.
8:20pm
Motion to adjourn made by Mr. Wolk and seconded by Mrs. Dohan. Vote: 5-0 in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Casey Hagerty
Conservation Department Assistant
Approved 5/1/2017