6/14/2018 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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HEARINGS: 6:00 Robert H. Michelson & Alan P. Michelson, 62 Spoondrift Way. Proposed removal, replacement and expansion of a fence and patio. RDA Resource Area: LSCSF, Buffer Zone to BVW, Salt Marsh, Land Under Ocean Alan Michelson, homeowner, explained this project includes the removal of a long-rotted partition wall, a falling down rail and post fence that runs along side the north side of the property and add a new stockade fence, replace and extend the patio. Travertine stone will be used in the construction of the patio. A drywell will be installed near the patio to catch storm water runoff. The proposed project also includes the adjustment of the float from a horizontal position to a vertical position using the existing piles. The Agent reviewed the project on photos and stated the harbormaster and shellfish warden have no issues. He stated there will be no impact to the resource area. No comment from the public Motion: Mr. Sweet moved a Negative Determination, seconded by Mr. O’Neill. Vote unanimous 4-0 6:03 Thomas Smith (Applicant), 1437 Great Hay Road. Proposed aquaculture project in Great River. Owner of record United States of America. At request of applicant, continued from 3/22, 4/26 to obtain local and state approval/permits. NOI The Agent stated the applicant has requested a continuance due to the fact he hasn’t received a letter from the Division of Marine Fisheries or Board of Selectmen approval. Motion: Mr. Sweet moved to continue the hearing at the request of the applicant to July 26 at 6:03 p. m., seconded by Mr. O’Neill. Vote unanimous 4-0 6:06 NJCJ, LLC, 21 Metacomet Road. Proposed pier, ramp and float. At request of applicant, continued from 5/10 to address Harbormaster and Shellfish Constable concerns. NOI Resource Area: Land Under Ocean, Land Containing Shellfish, Coastal Bank, Coastal Beach, Salt Marsh, BVW, LSCSF. Michael Borselli, Falmouth Engineering, represented the applicant. He noted this hearing was continued from May 10, 2018. He stated he has submitted a revised plan depicting the reduction in the length of the dock and the elimination of the boat lift. He showed the changes on the plan including the elimination of the “T” on the dock. With these changes there will be a reduction in the number of piles from 18 to 8. The Agent stated the Shellfish Warden’s comments came in late today which stated the dock proposed is in a highly productive shellfish area. The Shellfish Warden recommended a ramp from shore to a float to eliminate pilings in the shellfish area which would negatively impact shellfish productivity by reducing habitat area. The revised plan has two pilings in the shellfish area with a 24’ ramp to the float. The Shell Warden said these two pilings could be eliminated if the walkway was shortened and a 40’ ramp was used instead. The Agent recommended continuing with the hearing and the applicant can work things out with Mr. York. He said he didn’t think it was fair to the applicant to be notified today about his concerns with the two piles.