3/20/2008 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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so they could implement some of the revisions as suggested by the Commission. The Agent explanted that the treating had been continued so that some research could be done on whether it fell under the Rivers Protection Act. He stated that he is still working on obtaining that info. He feels that evert If it falls within the River Protection Act that the walkover adheres to the performance standards. The Agent stated that the Conservation Commission jurisdiction will pertain only to the walkover structure really and whether it fits the performance standards. The concerns previously raised at the last hearing by abutters in regards to docking/refueling on the float and congestion would be matters for the Harbormaster not Conservation. The 10' 8'float is non-impactful as far as Conservation is concerned. Motion trade, seconded and unanimously carried for a continuance until 04/03/2008 @ 7:09 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Patricia Bell Rev TR and Paul Hanlon, NOI—48&51 Pop onessett Island Fid (continued from 01/24/2008) Maintenance dredging, beach nourishment and maintenance of a stone revetment Norman Hayes stood to represent the applicants. He explained that he was here to respond to the questions raised at the fast bearing. lir. Hayes explained that he was asked to provide a new plan that eliminated the beach area as asked by the Commission. He explained that be was also asked to provide a definitive plan for access. Mr. Hayes read a letter for the Commission that Mrs. Elli inson had written in regards to allowing the applicants use of her property for access. She asked only that any damage done to her property and the area be repaired. Mr. Hayes recapped the filing for the Commission stating that the project would restore the area to previous depth and revive the shellfish habitat that was once thrived there. The Agent.explained to the Commission that he felt Mr. Hayes had satisfied all that was asked of hint. The Agent also stated that Mr. Hayes had addressed the concerns raised by the Division of Wildlife Marine Fisheries. The concerns were in regards to the soils being placed on the spit and their affect on the horseshoe crabs in the area. Mr. Hayes eliminated that and the soils will no longer be placed on the spit. The Commission asked Mr. Hayes about float realignment. Mr. Hayes explained that besides the realignment as mentioned at previous hearing there will be the addition of 54 sq ft to an existing moat in order to clock kayaks s and the like. The addition was cleared through the Harbormaster as well as the other float realignment. Mr. Hayes and the Agent also reiterated that there will not be beach nourishment rather it will be replaced by approximately 150 sq ft of beach grass plantings. The Agent recommended approval. Motion made, seconded and unanimously armed to close and Issue. 7:33 p.m. David Jaye,AOC—40 Popp ne t Island Rd (Landscaping) lorrnan Hayes stood to represent the applicant. He explained that this property had previously been in front of the Commission for the house construction and was now seeking permission to landscape. He turned over the explanation of the landscape plait to Jennifer Malila of Center stage Studios. She explained that the property is.currently about 88°r exotics and fuNlly disturbed. Her plan would return it to approximately 85% native and would include some removal of concrete near the pool. The concrete would be replaced by some impervious stone and plant materials. One tree will treed to be removed on the property, it is a sickly Oak and the removal will cause no environmental impact.The Agent stated that the landscape plan represents an improvement in the environment and the Commission agreed that the plan was the best they had seem in a long time. Motion tirade, seconded and unanimously carrw'red to Approve the Amended order of Conditions. 7:36 p.m.Wilson Colucci, NON—106 summersea Road (Construct and main Iain a prdposed walkway, rebuild stairway, dock, ramp and float with maintenance in perpetuity) The Agent explained the applicant needed a continuance due to some filing issues. The plans were not submitted to Perm Ellis Harborrrraster and Rick York(Shellfish Constable) as is required for ars "dock" filing. The D.E.P Was also not given sufficient notice and has not previewed the submittal yet. The Agent informed the Commission that the Division of Marine Fisheries also had a list of concerns and recommendations that creed to be addressed for this project.