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PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES
Conservation Commission
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AGENDA Tuesday, April 8th, 2025, 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.
Commissioners Present: Kevin Beuttell, Duke Bitsko, Alexandra Dohan, Philip Hamilton
(Chair), Jason Hnatko, Ruth Ladd (Vice-Chair), Thomas Whelan;
Staff Present: Karen Mullins, Conservation Director, and Megan Downer, Department Assistant
6:30 PM New Business/Pending Matters
Accept Widnall Donation Agreements, Trail Easement, and “Widnall Woods” naming request
and authorize Chair to sign final agreements
Mr. Charlie Wyman, Chair of the Land Acquisition Subcommittee, presented and stated that the
subcommittee is asking that gift agreements be signed by both the Commission and the Widnalls
to allow for closing by the end of Summer. Mr. Wyman stated that the proposed trail access is
through the Widnall properties and is being donated to Conservation. Mr. Wyman noted there is
an alternative trail plan for where the trail will end. The Widnalls have requested the donated
land to be named “Widnall Woods”. Ms. Ladd asked if the funds for the fence and survey will be
paid for by the Nature Trust. The current plan is for the project expenses to be funded through
the Nature Trust. Mr. Bitsko stated he supports the naming of the property and installation of the
fence. Ms. Dohan also expressed her support of the name request and appreciation of the
donation.
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to approve the donation agreements, the trail easement, the naming of “Widnall Woods”,
and to authorize the chair to sign the final agreements with the approval of Town Counsel.
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Conservation Plan Modification: CPM-25-2, 8 Blueberry Lane, raising garage floor elevation,
revise driveway grading, and installation of retaining wall
Mr. Michael Novak, Patriot Engineering, presented and stated that the change includes the
garage floor raised by 2 feet to account for additional crawl space storage. Mr. Novak also stated
that the grading in the front of the property was adjusted due to this change. There are no
proposed changes to the impervious surfaces proposed.
On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to approve the insignificant plan modification.
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Approve Minutes: 3/10/2025
On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to approve the 3/10/2025 minutes.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Schedule site visits: 4/29/2025 Meeting
The site visits will be scheduled for Tuesday 4/22/2025 starting at 5:30pm.
Reports: Bike Advisory, Community Gardens, Community Preservation Committee,
Enforcement Updates, Greenway Corridor Committee, Land Acquisition, Land Management,
Land Steward Directors, Tree Committee
Ms. Mullins stated that at the most recent Town Meeting, two CPA articles were presented. The
Cotton Farm connector to the Community Center request for $300,000 for full design was
approved. Article 10B, the design for the Rangeway realignment trail at the request of the
Greenways Corridor Committee was approved for $75,000.
Commissioner Jason Hnatko left the meeting at this time.
Continued Public Meetings/Hearings
Notice of Intent: 231 Bedford Street
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-24-27, DEP #201-1335
Applicant/Property Owner: Richard Beliveau
Project: Construction of a multi-family residential structure and associated site appurtenances
within the 200-foot Riverfront Area and the 100-foot Bordering Vegetated Wetlands buffer zone
Previous Hearing Dates: 10/21/24, 11/4/2024 (no testimony), 11/18/2024, 12/2/2024 (no
testimony), 12/16/2024 (no testimony), 1/21/25 (no testimony), 2/3/2025 (no testimony),
2/24/2025 (no testimony), 3/10/2025 (no testimony), 3/25/2025 (no testimony)
*Applicant has requested a continuance without testimony to 4/29/2025
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 4/29/2025 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Notice of Intent: 217, 229, 233, & 241 Massachusetts Avenue and 0 Cliffe Avenue
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-24-32, DEP #201-1338
Applicant: Ron Lopez, North Shore Construction & Development Inc
Property Owners: John and Patricia Garrity (13-375); Featherview LLC (13-374, 13-373), Caron
Family Revocable Trust (13-372)
Project: Amended to include mitigation and restoration activities on a nearby property owned by
the Town of Arlington associated with the development activities on the Mass Ave referenced
properties, filed by Ronald Lopez, North Shore Construction & Development Inc., for the
demolition of existing structures and construction of a multi-family residential and commercial
structure and associated site appurtenances and resource area mitigation and restoration activities
within the 200-foot Riverfront Area and 100-foot Buffer Zone.
Previous Hearing Dates: 11/18/2024, 12/16/2024 (no testimony), 2/3/2025, 2/24/2025 (no
testimony), 3/10/2025 (no testimony)
*Applicant has requested a continuance without testimony to 4/29/2025
On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Mr. Whelan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll
call vote to continue the hearing to the 4/29/2025 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Notice of Intent: 25 Valley Road
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-25-6, DEP #201-1354
Applicant/Property Owner: Wei Zhao
Project: Expansion of existing driveway and installation of a stormwater infiltration system and
associated site appurtenances within the 200-foot Riverfront Area, associated with the
construction of an addition.
Documentation Submitted:
WPA Form 3 – Notice of Intent; Locus: 25 Valley Road, Lexington, MA; Prepared for:
Wei Zhao; Prepared by: Dominic Kemmett, Oxbow Associates, Inc.; Date: 3/17/2025
Project Narrative to Accompany Notice of Intent Application; Locus: 25 Valley Road,
Lexington, MA; Prepared by: Oxbow Associates: Not Dated
Notice of Intent; Locus: 25 Valley Road, Lexington, MA; Prepared for: Wei Zhao;
Prepared by: Oxbow Associates, Inc.; Date: 3/18/2025
Stormwater Analysis; Locus: 25 Valley Road, Lexington, MA; Signed and Stamped by:
Frederick W. Russell Jr., Civil PE No. 36713; Date: 3/2/2025
Site Plan: Locus: 25 Valley Road, Lexington, MA; Prepared for: Wei Zhao; Prepared by:
Frederick W. Russell, PE; Signed and Stamped by: Frederick W. Russell Jr., Civil PE No.
36713; Date: 2/28/2025
The Residences at 25 Valley Road Plans; Locus: 25 Valley Road Lexington, MA;
Prepared for Wei Zhao & Ling Li; Prepared by: LUNA Design Group; Date: 1/25/2024
Proposed Plot Plan; Locus: 25 Valley Road, Lexington, MA; Prepared by: Keenan
Survey; Signed and Stamped by: James Richard Keenan, Civil PE No. 30751; Date:
6/10/2024
Representative Site Photos; Date: 8/23/2022
*Applicant has requested a continuance without testimony to 4/29/2025
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 4/29/2025 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
7:00 PM New Public Meetings/Hearings
Request for Determination of Applicability: 22 Banks Ave (Submitted as 0 Banks Ave)
OpenGov Permit# CDOA-25-9
Applicant/Property Owner: Homes Development Corp
Project: Construction of a single-family dwelling and associated site appurtenances, portions of
which fall within the 100-foot Buffer Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands.
Documentation Submitted:
WPA Form 1 – Request for Determination of Applicability; Locus: 22 Banks Ave,
Lexington, MA; Prepared for: Homes Development Corp; Prepared by: Michael Novak,
Patriot Engineering LLC; Date: 3/17/2025
Site Plan for RDA; Locus: 22 Banks Ave, Lexington, MA; Prepared for: Homes
Development; Prepared by: Patriot Engineering; Signed and Stamped by: Michael J.
Novak, Civil PE No. 50695; Date: 3/17/2025
Memorandum; To: Mr. Philip Hamilton; From: Michael J Novak, PE; Subject: 22 Banks
Avenue, Lexington, Massachusetts; Date: 3/17/2025
Mr. Mike Novak, Patriot Engineering, presented and stated that the lot is currently vacant and
that there is a Bordering Vegetated Wetlands across the street from the lot. Mr. Novak stated that
the lot slopes from the east to the west and that soil tests were conducted onsite. Ms. Mullins has
provided Mr. Novak with a list of items to be addressed which he is working on completing and
an engineering report has not been received.
Mr. Bitsko asked what is the protection plan for the two maples trees in the back right of the lot.
Mr. Novak stated that there is no plan currently and this will be reviewed to ensure protection
during construction.
Mr. Beuttell asked if the drain inlet at the base of the driveway could be relocated to be directly
adjacent to the driveway. Mr. Novak stated he will find a solution for the drain inlet to address
comments from the Commission and staff.
Ms. Dohan stated that the driveway would be going over the drainage and asked if the driveway
entrance could be the width of one car instead of the proposed two car width. Mr. Novak stated
he will be discussing this with the applicant.
Ms. Susan Adams, abutter on Banks Ave, asked if the berm being built will be enough to contain
the water that comes down from the hill. Ms. Adams also stated concern that the disturbance of
the water source would be negatively impacting the overall ecosystem of the neighborhood and
the nearby wetlands. Ms. Adams also expressed concerns with the inability of the crew to know
if there is ledge until the excavation has begun and expressed concerns for blasting being
required if ledge is hit.
Ms. Mullins stated that the fire department has regulations required for blasting and would
require permitting to allow for blasting. Mr. Novak stated that the Noise Bylaw also applies to
blasting regulations and the intent is to not blast on site as that is a last recourse.
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to issue a continue the hearing to 4/29/2025, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Request for Determination of Applicability: 300 Shire Way
OpenGov Permit# CDOA-25-10
Applicant/Property Owner: Kevin Williamson, Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Project: Replacement of roadways and parking lots pavement on site, within the 100-foot Buffer
Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands.
Documentation Submitted:
WPA Form 1 – Request for Determination of Applicability; Locus: 300 Shire Way,
Lexington, MA; Prepared for: Kevin Williamson, Takeda Pharmaceuticals; Prepared by:
John Hart, SMMA; Date: 3/18/2025
Request for Determination of Applicability; Locus: 200-500 Shire Way, Lexington, MA;
Prepared for: Takeda Pharmaceutical Company; Prepared by: SMMA; Date: 3/18/2025
Campus Paving Project; Locus: 200 Shire Way, Lexington, MA; Prepared for: Takeda;
Prepared by: SMMA; Signed and Stamped by: John C. Hart, Civil PE No. 36738; Date:
3/18/2025
Project Narrative; Prepared for: Takeda; Prepared by: SMMA; Not Dated
Mr. John Hart, SMMA, presented and stated that the existing pavement will be removed and
replaced and that no significant grading will occur. Also present was Brian Lefler and Kevin
Williamson from Takeda, and Katrina Correa from SMMA. The proposed repavement of the
four lots south of 200-300 Shire Way will be limited to only a mill and overlay. Mr. Hart stated
that the other lots will include full repavement. Mr. Hart stated that straw waddles will be
installed and that silt sacks will be installed in all catch basins. Impervious coverage will be
reduced through the removal of multiple islands onsite.
Ms. Ladd asked if the Cambridge Water Department should be contacted as well. Ms. Mullins
stated that both the Cambridge Water Department and the Town Engineering Department have
not been able to provide comments yet.
On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Whelan, the Commission voted 6-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 4/29/2025 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Mr. Hnatko rejoined the meeting at 7:45pm.
Request for Determination of Applicability: 22 Constitution Road
OpenGov Permit# CDOA-25-11
Applicant/Property Owner: 22 Constitution Road LLC
Project: Confirmation of the Bordering Vegetated Wetlands boundary and the construction of an
addition and deck and associated site appurtenances outside of the 100-foot Buffer Zone to
Bordering Vegetated Wetlands.
Documentation Submitted:
WPA Form 1 – Request for Determination of Applicability; Locus: 22 Constitution Road,
Lexington, MA; Prepared for: 22 Constitution Road LLC; Prepared by: Fernando Dalfior,
Dalfior Development Inc.; Date: 3/18/2025
Proposed Plot Plan; Locus: 22 Constitution Road, Lexington, MA; Prepared by: Keenan
Survey; Signed and Stamped by: James Richard Keenan, Civil PLS No. 30751; Date:
1/22/2025
Ms. Nicole Ferrara, LEC, presented the proposed addition and deck plans and stated that three
flags have been added to the wetland line since the original submission and updated datasheets
and plans have been submitted past the supplemental information deadline. Ms. Ferrara stated
that the proposed work is within the existing lawn and past the 100-foot buffer zone to bordering
vegetated wetlands.
Ms. Ladd stated that soils in a swale just off the property appeared hydric which the Commission
had noted during their site visit. Ms. Ferrara stated that the vegetation and soils at this location
onsite did not meet criteria for hydric soil qualifications. The Commission would like to revisit
the site to review the new wetland flags. Mr. Hamilton stated the limit of work line would need
to be adjusted to ensure no encroachment of landscaping within the buffer zone. Ms. Ferrara
stated that the limit of work line will be adjusted.
Mr. Bob Avallone, 21 Constitution Road, asked if the house will be torn down and rebuilt. Mr.
Novak stated the proposal includes an addition and there is no intention to tear down the existing
structure. Mr. Avallone asked when the proposed work will begin. Mr. Novak stated once
conservation has approved plans, obtaining the rest of the permits such as the building permit,
should be quicker.
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 4/29/2025 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Notice of Intent: 0 Valley Road
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-24-35, DEP #201-1342
Applicant/Property Owner: Town of Lexington, Recreation and Community Programs Dept.
Project: Revised materials submitted for the proposal to raze and construct new tennis/pickle ball
courts, a formalized parking lot, and associated site appurtenances.
Documentation Submitted:
HydroCAD Proposed Conditions 2; Prepared by: Activitas; Date: 3/20/2025
Memorandum; To: Lexington Conservation Commission; From: Megan Buczynski, PE,
Activitas; Subject: Revised Design Meeting all Bylaws; Date: 3/18/2025
Permitting Documents; Locus: Lexington Valley Tennis; Prepared by: Activitas; Signed
and Stamped by: Megan Buczynski, Civil PE No. 47392; Last Revised: 3/18/2025
Ms. Holly Ganser, Activitas, presented and stated that the latest submission does not require a
waiver request as it meets all required standards. Ms. Ganser stated that an additional subsurface
infiltration basin is proposed off of the courts. A positive engineering report has been submitted.
Ms. Inez Zimmerman, 28 Valley Road, asked whether or not the parking lot area will be paved
or a gravel surface. Ms. Ganser stated that the driveway is proposed to be paved to allow for
more accessibility to the courts and all water will be accounted for in the proposed infiltration
systems.
On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Mr. Bitsko the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to close the hearing.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Notice of Intent: 416 Concord Ave
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-25-5, DEP #201-1355
Applicant/Property Owner: Xiangyang Huang
Project: Construction of an addition and associated site appurtenances within the 100-foot Buffer
Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands.
Documentation Submitted:
Notice of Intent Application; Locus: 416 Concord Ave, Lexington, MA; Prepared by:
Hardy + Man Design Group, PC; Date: 2/21/2025
WPA Form 3 – Notice of Intent; Locus: 416 Concord Ave, Lexington, MA; Prepared for:
Xiangyang Huang; Prepared by: Jackson Griffiths, Hardy + Man Design Group, PC;
Date: 3/7/2025
Plans Set; Locus: 416 Concord Ave, Lexington, MA; Prepared by: Hardy + Man Design
Group, PC; Signed and Stamped by: Chi Y Man, Civil PE No. 45441; Date: 3/6/2025
Memorandum; To: Karen Mullins; From: Meghana Shah; Subject: 416 Concord Ave
NOI Comments; Date: 3/24/2025
Mr. Chi Man, Hardy + Man Design, presented and stated that the proposed project includes a
two-story addition to the existing single-family dwelling. Mr. Man stated that there will be no
changes to the existing grade and wetland restoration is proposed including planting a wetland
seeding mix. Mr. Ken Thomson, the wetland consultant for this project, was also present.
Ms. Ladd stated a site visit still needs to occur with the wetland consultant and expressed
concern for the construction of a wetland in the existing wetlands. Mr. Beuttell stated he agrees
with Ms. Ladd’s concerns with the proposal of a stormwater management system within a
jurisdictional wetland area. Mr. Hamilton asked for a calculation to be presented of the total
increase of impervious surface within the 50-foot buffer zone. Mr. Hamilton stated that the
proposal as is will require a waiver request from the regulations.
On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 4/29/2025 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Notice of Intent: 11 Kay Tiffany Way
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-25-7, DEP #201-1353
Applicant/Property Owner: Robert Jackson
Project: Construction of a deck and associated site appurtenances within the 100-foot Buffer
Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands.
Documentation Submitted:
WPA Form 3 – Notice of Intent; Locus: 11 Kay Tiffany Way, Lexington, MA; Prepared
for: Robert Jackson; Prepared by: Caitlin White; Date: 3/18/2025
Memorandum; To: Lexington Conservation Commission; From: Caitlin White, Hancock
Associates; Subject: 11 Kay Tiffany Way, Lexington – Notice of Intent (NOI); Date:
3/18/2025
Landscape Plan; Locus: 11 Kay Tiffany Way, Lexington, MA; Prepared by: Krefta
Landscaping; Date: 3/13/2025
Stormwater Report; Locus: 11 Kay Tiffany Way; Prepared for: Krefta Landscaping, Inc.;
Prepared by: Hancock Associates; Signed and Stamped by: Brian Geaudreau, Civil PE
No. 64485; Date: 3/17/2025
NOI Permit Site Plan; Locus: 11 Kay Tiffany Way, Lexington, MA; Prepared for: Krefta
Landscaping, Inc.; Prepared by: Hancock Associates; Signed and Stamped by: Brian
Geaudreau, Civil PE No. 64485; Date: 3/17/2025
Ms. Caitlin White, Hancock Associates, presented and Mr. Morgan Seale, Hancock Associates
was also present. Ms. White stated that the lot has an existing single-family home and that the
wetlands offsite have expanded and the 50-foot buffer zone now encroaches into the existing
manicured lawn.
Mr. Seale, stated that the proposal includes a slight increase of impervious area onsite and a 10-
inch infiltration bed lining the footprint of the patio is proposed to mitigate for the increase. Mr.
Seale stated that a confirmatory soil test is scheduled which will determine if anything will be
changed in the plans. Mr. Seale also stated that comments by engineering will be addressed as
well.
Ms. Ladd stated there is a discrepancy between the wetland line presented and the wetland line
reviewed in a recent filing and recommends a peer reviewer check the wetland line to confirm.
The discrepancy results in existing structures encroaching on the 50-foot buffer zone.
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Mr. Whelan, the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to have a peer reviewer review the wetland line.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 4/29/2025 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Continued Public Meetings/Hearings
Notice of Intent: 232 Lincoln Street
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-25-1, DEP #201-1349
Applicant/Property Owner: Seaver Construction/Charles Arbeene
Project: Raze and rebuild of a single-family dwelling and associated site appurtenances within
the 100-foot Bordering Vegetated Wetlands Buffer Zone.
Previous Hearing Dates: 2/3/2025, 2/24/2025, 3/10/2025 (no testimony), 3/25/2025 (no
testimony)
Supplemental Documentation Submitted:
Stormwater Analysis; Locus: 232 Lincoln Street, Lexington, MA; Signed and Stamped
by: Frederick W. Russell Jr. Civil PE No. 36713; Date: 1/6/2025; Revised: 3/27/2025
Site Plan; Locus: 232 Lincoln Street, Lexington, MA; Prepared for: Seaver Construction;
Prepared by: Frederick W. Russell, PE; Signed and Stamped by: Frederick W. Russell Jr.
Civil PE No. 36713; Date: 1/6/2025; Last Revised: 3/26/2025
Memorandum: To: Scott Seaver, Seaver Construction; From: Arthur Allen, CPSS;
Subject: Hydric Soil Evaluations & Re-Delineation; Date: 3/24/2025
Ms. Mary Trudeau, Wetlands Consultant, presented and stated that an independent peer reviewer
hired by the developer reviewed the wetland line and made a revision to the line, moving it
closer to the street. Ms. Trudeau stated that portions of the infiltration system have been
relocated to the front of the property to address the new buffer zones. Ms. Trudeau stated that a
continuance will be requested to address engineering comments that remain.
On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 4/29/2025 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
Notice of Intent: 1265 Massachusetts Ave
OpenGov Permit# CNOI-25-3, DEP #201-1350
Applicant/Property Owner: Marta Church
Project: Demolition of an existing greenhouse, construction of a new greenhouse and associated
site appurtenances within the 200-foot Riverfront Area and the 100-foot buffer zone to Bank
associated with a perennial stream.
Previous Hearing Dates: 2/24/2025, 3/10/2025 (no testimony), 3/25/2025 (no testimony)
Supplemental Documentation Submitted:
Stormwater Analysis; Locus: 1265 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA; Prepared by:
Patriot Engineering; Date: 1/27/2025; Revised: 4/2/2025
Site Plans; Locus: 1265 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA; Prepared for: Site One;
Prepared by: Patriot Engineering; Signed and Stamped by: Michael J. Novak, Civil PE
No. 50696; Date: 1/24/2025; Revised: 4/2/2025
Mitigation Planting Plan; Locus: 1265 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA; Prepared for
Site One; Prepared by: LEC Environmental Consultants, Inc.; Date: 2/3/2025; Revised:
4/3/2025
Violation Resolution; Locus: 1265 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA; Prepared for Site
One Landscape Supply; Prepared by: LEC Environmental Consultants, Inc.; Date:
4/2/2025
Mr. Rich Kirby, LEC, presented and stated that a small wetland area was discovered off the
existing greenhouse which changed a portion of the existing greenhouse to fall within the 50-foot
Buffer Zone. The proposed greenhouse will be 68.4 feet from the Wetlands. Mr. Kirby also
stated that pervious pavers were added to the proposal to replace the gravel parking area and
drains were added to address engineering requirements. The planting plan proposed was adjusted
as well to increase the number of native plantings proposed and removal of fill.
Mr. Kirby stated that the project team is ensuring the site is in compliance with the 2006 Order
of Conditions.
Mr. Bitsko asked if the Commission will be requiring the applicant to flag the updated
delineation area and returning to the site to view the new flags. Mr. Bitsko also asked if the
applicant is proposing to put a seed mix underneath the core blankets proposed. Mr. Kirby stated
that a seed mixture would be sewn underneath the blankets as well to promote growth in the area.
Ms. Dohan asked whether or not the trees along the stream outlet had been deemed to be saved
or removed. Mr. Kirby stated that the trees will be removed and there are additional trees
proposed to be planted as part of the restoration plans. Mr. Kirby stated he will try to have all
adjustments made to the site prior to the 4/22 site visit date.
On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to continue the hearing to the 4/29/2025 meeting, at the applicant’s request.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
An additional date for site visits will be 1265 Mass Ave on Monday, April 28th at 5:30pm.
On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 7-0 by roll call
vote to adjourn the meeting.
Record of Vote as Follows:
Kevin Beuttell – Aye
Duke Bitsko – Aye
Alex Dohan – Aye
Philip Hamilton – Aye
Jason Hnatko – Aye
Ruth Ladd – Aye
Tom Whelan – Aye
9:10pm
Respectfully Submitted,
Megan Downer
LUHD Department Assistant
Approved: 4/29/2025
Archived: 5/6/2025