10/05/2000 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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October 2000 Page 8. VOTE: Motion made and seconded to require an amended order for SE 43-1878. _ Unanimous Vote. Scout Project: Letters of appreciation were signed for the kiosk that was constructed in the Woodlands. It was noted a nice article was in the local newspaper. AF ; Fall came too quickly so the Ashumet Pond project was put off. The Chair stated they have to come back to the Commission. It was suggested a final draft of the process be provided. They have to meet with Steve Hurley to get the Ramp Permit. uashnet Bog: It was voted to appoint Pegg' Fntoi as coordinator. Advertisements have been placed for laborers and there have been no bites on the contractor. There are four ' applications for the monitors. Steve Furley of Fish & Wildlife may approach volunteers who could now get paid. The Chair expressed concern that the estimated value of the bogs is going to be less than the cost of care of the bogs. DP : Mr. Talbot displayed a map with an overlay 'of the direction of the effluent making its way to the watershed. The Subcommittee listed the reasons and concerns addressed by a D P . They have to come up with a legal boundary of the district being proposed. It follows the town line on one side incorporating Newtown and Santuit. FIs Moore stated the Subcommittee wants to get the feel from the Commissioners before they spend hours on this.' It was noted single family homes are not exempt unless a moratorium is requested. The Chair stated this was discussed informally with the Selectmen and we backed away because of not being elected officials. Mr. Sherman stated in order for this to be meaningful, it would have to require denitrifying systems. TFTs Moore stated she has to understand and know all of the consequences of ghat she is doing. Ir. Sherman asked if it is the consensus of this body to' continue thiswork? It was agreed the work should continue. VOTE: Motion made and seconded that the Commission authorize the Subcommittee on the DCPC to proceed. Unanimous Vote. Community Garden: Mr. Talbot advised he looked at three sites with Ms B retos. They are leaning towards a location at Johns Pond Park. Voting/Quorum: Il r. Johansen asked the outcome of discussions? It was agreed there should be a subcommittee formed to consider this.