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i <br /> y <br /> bordering . IIIb. Vaccaro is hoping to be allowed to <br /> for it to be regulated a ng �regetated wetland � <br /> make some charges so that it is more natural as a functioning bordering vegetated wetland with <br /> appropriate salt tolerant species for the area that may be prone to salt flood. The homeowners <br /> would like to place a swimming pool in the back of the house. Currently, there is a patio area, lawn <br /> and stone retaining walls. Mr. Vaccaro explains that the pool structure will occupy the area of the <br /> patio and a portion of the lower lawn. Approximately 32 g q ft of turf will be removed from the site. <br /> Proposed mitigation planting consists of Bayberries, Beach Plum and Sweet Gail and placed in both <br /> the upland and the area adjacent to the salt marsh. Agent McManus confirms that there are two - <br /> resource areas; a saltmarsh and the bordering vegetated wetland which is degraded. There are no <br /> trees and is most characteristic of flood waters which have changed the composition of the soil. <br /> The Agent confirms that they are requesting to be within 25' of the bordered vegetated wetland but <br /> the mitigation proposal is a waiver of requirements under the applicable regulation. He believes it i <br /> a great opportunity to enharn a the BVW that abuts the salt marsh and the trade off-is worth it as it <br /> is not a performing wetland area. Mr. Sweet is concerned about the new plantings after the first <br /> high tide. Chairman Fitzsimmons asks how far the existing retaining wall is from the B W and the <br /> plan shows that it is just under bot and he wanted to confirm that they are requesting to move it to <br /> '. Agent McManus explains that they proposing a reduction in turf and the mitigation will be more <br /> beneficial to the resource area as well. Chairman Fitzsimmons asks if there is any plan to put a <br /> pathway in and Mr. Slavinski believes that they could amend the plan to put a raised walkway in. <br /> Vice Chairman asks about the survival of the new plantings and the Agent informs him that there <br /> needs to be a 3 year 90% survival rate according to the bylaw. Chairman Fitzsimmons suggests a <br /> follow up visit in one year. Mr. Sweet inquires about the mitigation when it matures in 3-5 years, will <br /> the applicant be looking for vista--pruning? Agent McManus states that under the mitigation <br /> regulation, thea is no manipulation of mitigation and they must be allowed to grow to full capacitor. <br /> Motion made, seconded and unanimously carried to Close and Issue with understanding from <br /> applicant t amend plans for a boardwalk and a follow u visit from Agent in one year. <br /> 4) Finalize AFCEE Letter of Intent additional comments?): The Agent asks if there were any <br /> additional comments. Chairman Fitzsimmons asks for another copy and the Agent will subunit <br /> one to him and wait until the end of the week for more comments. <br /> 5) Final Comments on Permit Fee Proposals: No comments. <br /> 6) Meeting with Alex Hackman Div of Eolo lal Restoration): Regarding Quashnet Fiver and <br /> Eel Fiver Projects MACC Workshop— Friday January 14t-h at 11:00ar . The Agent informs the <br /> Board that Mr. Hackman is the-lead man on the Eel Fever Projects. They will take a look at the <br /> uashret Fiver and the Agent will then try to get as much information as possible from Mr. <br /> Hackman. The Agent also mentioned that Mr. Hackman had invited him to ars MACC conference <br /> on March 3 where he is givingq presentation on his Eel Fiver Project and asked the Agent to co- <br /> present with hire on the proposed realignment at the Qua hnet Bogs. <br /> 7) Update on-Sele tmen' -Meeting: Proposed Fees & Contract Agreement-with MA Division of <br /> Fishing and Boating Access: Pickerel Cove and Moody Pond. The,first item discussed was the <br /> fee increases and the Selectmen had recommended that a public meeting be posted and <br /> advertised so that it could be commented on by the public. Dace that is done, then re-present to <br /> the Selectmen for final approval. The second item was that the Selectmen did approve the <br /> contract agreement pending Town Counsel review for the Division of Fishing/Boating access for <br /> the new kayak launch areae in'Pickerel Cove and Moody Pond. The Agent sent the deed <br /> information for Pickerel Cove to the representative from Division of Fishing and Boating Access <br /> who will draft up the contract agreement. once the contract is received then the Agent will send it <br /> to the Tern Council for review <br /> 3 <br />