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PLANNING BOARD MEETING
October 23, 1978
The meeting of the Lexington Planning Board was called to order at 7:31 p.m.
by the chairman Mr. Zabin with members Friedman, Wheaton, Sandy, Nichols,
planning director Briggs, and secretary Mrs. Snow present. Also in atten-
dance were John Crowe, D.A.C., and Lou Conrad, Lexington Minute -Man. The
meeting was held in Estabrook Hall to accommodate the number of citizens
expected to attend a meeting at 8 p.m. dealing with the future of the
Central Business District.
Special Permit for the subdivision of the Daisy Wilson land was reviewed DAISY WILSON
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously VOTED: SUBDIVISION
MEADOWLAND,INC
To grant a special permit under Section 39 of the Zoning By -Law, in
accordance with a subdivision plan entitled "The Daisy Wilson Land
in Lexington, Mass.", dated August 2, 1978, revised October 16, 1978,
Meadowland Associates, Inc., applicant; subject to terms and con-
ditions imposed by the Lexington Planning Board at the time of
approval.
Certificate of Action for the Daisy Wilson land subdivision as drafted
by Mr. Briggs, was reviewed. Question arose as to whether the name
proposed for the street, "John Wilson Lane", would be cause for con-
fusion with the existing Wilson Road. Also, the applicant had made"no
provision.for fire alarm system installation, nor has requested a waiver.
Action on the Certificate was tabled pending resolution of these two items.
Emilio Spagnuola met with the Board to discuss bond release in the amount
of $14,000 for Carnegie Place subdivision, as requested in his letter of
August 23, 1978. Mr. Briggs gave a favorable report on his inspection
of completed work items in the project and recommended release of bond.
Discussion followed on the interrelationship of Carnegie Place and Ingle-
side subdivisons which as been a long-standing cause of confusion.
Mr. Briggs informed the Board that his research had revealed the Carnegie
Place and Ingleside developments to be actually one subdivision, which
had been worked on at different times and bonded separately. It was agreed
that the best procedure would be to rescind Planning Board approval for .the
undeveloped portion of Ingleside Rd., release the $14,000 bond for Carnegie
Place, following which Mr. Spagnuola could submit a new plan for the end
of Ingleside Rd. This process would require public hearings, bonding and
all other usual subdivision control procedures. The outstanding $7,000
bond will be retained to ensure completion of work on existing Ingleside Rd.
The Board reviewed a plan submitted with Application Form A78-30, showing
division of the Samoylenko land at 2160 Mass. Ave. Mr. Briggs reported FORM A78-30
that all requirements for a Form A plan have been met. Upon a motion MASS. AVE.
duly made and seconded, it was unanimously VOTED: SAMOYLENKO
The plan entitled "Compiled Plan of Land, Lexington, Mass.",dated
October 10, 1978, by Miller and Nylander, showing Lots 23, 24A, 24B
and 25 at 2160 Massachusetts Avenue, submitted on October 23, 1978
with Application Form A78-30, by Amalia Samoylenko, requires no
approval under the Subdivision Control Law.
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At 8 p.m., 17 citizens who were invited to attend a Lexington Center con- CBD CONSUMER
sumers meeting met with the Board to present their views as to adequacies INFO MEETING
and inadequacies of the Central Business District. Past efforts for
improvement and beautification of the Center, and studies prepared but
not implemented were noted. The chairman requested input from those
in attendance as to what changes, if any, are seen to be necessary or
desirable. Dick Michelson, merchant, presented insufficient parking
space as the major problem, but of the consumers present, none saw it
as prohibitive to their use of the Center. Suggestions as to additional
types of services and stores were given but, in general, those who spoke
seemed to find the Center adequate for their needs. Similar meetings
of the Planning Board with CBD merchants and property owners will be
scheduled in the hope of gaining a well-rounded view of the CBD situation
before making decision on whether to go forward with the preparation
of a questionnaire on the CBD and its problems.
John Tuttle, developer, and David Williams, Chairman of the Conservation WILLOW RIDGE
Commission, were present for discussion with the Planning Board of the SUBDIVISION
benefits of an alternate road layout in the Willow Ridge subdivision plan.
Mr. Tuttle's appeal to DEQE on the Commission's Order of Wetland Conditions
was noted. Mr. Tuttle expressed hesitancy in agreeing to relocate the
road, which would remove houses from the 203' contour, but was willing
to do so if both the Conservation Commission and the Planning Board could
give assurance that such a revised plan would be acceptable. Mr. Tuttle
was advised that a preliminary plan showing relocation of the road, ending
in a hammer -head turn -around would be looked upon favorable by the Planning
Board. It was suggested that Mr. Tuttle make a request to swap a land -locked
tax title lot which lies within "Willow Ridge" in exchange for easement along
the Clematis Brook, which runs through his land. Mr. Sandy pointed out that
he would not look favorably on the proposed revision unless a satisfactory land -
swap with the tax -title land were arranged. It was generally felt that such
a land -swap arrangement would receive support of both the Conservation Comm.
and the Planning Board.
In order to allow time for revision of the Willow Ridge plan, Mr. Tuttle
was advised that if he requests extension of time for Planning Board action
it will be granted. It was agreed that the public hearing on the Willow
Ridge plan, scheduled for November 6, 1978, would be cancelled.
Mrs. Wheaton's memo dated October 10, 1978, concerning definitions and CONGREGATE
related by-law for "congregate living" concept, was reviewed and discussed.LIVING ART.
It was agreed that the Planning Board will propose an article to the 1979
Town Meeting on the subject. Limitations on facilities for congregate
living (size, capacity) and districts in which they will be allowed are
issues which must be settled. Mrs. Wheaton agreed to draft a "line item"
article for consideration of the Board.
Board of Appeals notices for October 26th were reviewed. Renewal of per- B/A 10.26
mit for Gold Ribbon Farm, which includes other operations (Seasons Four, HEARINGS
Gold Star) was discussed. Since the other businesses do not operate under
B/A permit (except Seasons Four at Christmastime) Mr. Briggs recommended
that the Planning Board not oppose renewal of the Gold Ribbon permit, which
affords the Town some leverage in regulation of trucking, lighting, hours
of operation, for the other businesses. The Planning Board will make no
comment on the petition.
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' Document prepared by Town Counsel for release of lot at Mountain Rd. sub- MOUNTAIN RD.
division was reviewed. Mr. Briggs assured the Planning Board that RELEASE OF
surety in the amount of $12,000 has been transmitted -to the Town Treasurer.LOT
Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously voted to sign
the instrument releasing Lot A in the Colbourne Subdivision.
It was agreed that the Planning Board will hold regular meetings on each MTG.SCHEDULE
Monday in the month of November. NOVEMBER
The meeting adjourned at 10:49 p.m.
Iris G. Wheaton, Clerk