03/28/2019 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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Ed Pesce, Pesce Engineering, represented the applicant was present along with Mr. Neil Larrson. He said they are proposing to replace the aged dock with a new one. The intent is to extend the dock landward to get to the backyard grass area to make easier access for Mrs. Larrson as well as enlarge the current float that is there. The design did have the benefit of some negotiations with the harbormaster and this is the one that he accepted. He noted unfortunately DEP has not issued a file number yet. He was hoping to go thru the questions the commissioners have and perhaps close the hearing and issue the order of conditions contingent upon receipt of that number. The Agent stated the commissioners cannot issue the order of conditions without the DEP number. The Agent stated we did have a discussion regarding the additional float. The 12 by 6 float did come into question. He read the harbormaster's comments which included mitigation and will hold off on the mitigation which will be reviewed by the Selectmen. He said based on the shellfish constable's assessment of the area, 150 square feet is assumed to be the average float size and the regulation describes it is the consensus among the conservation commission, the harbormaster and the shellfish constable as to what you see proposed before you. The secondary float asks the question what is the compelling need for an additional float in this area. He said the harbormaster has been consulted and is fine with the location and everything else conforms to regulation 27 Docks, Piers, and Floats. He said he talked to Mr. Pesce about the portion of the dock that expands over the salt marsh and we like to see Tru flow decking over areas of elevated walkways that traverse salt marsh that is also Marine Fisheries recommendation for a 6-foot height of mean high water in allowing more sunlight to penetrate. Mr. Pesce noted the Larrson family has had this for 24 years and they have two boats. They have discussed this with the harbormaster and described how these boats would be moored. He noted this is a tremendous improvement of the use of their property going forward. The Agent inquired about a compelling need for an additional float and is it practical to accommodate mooring a boat. He didn't consider it being a compelling need but based on the shellfish comments and since this is land containing shellfish, he thinks the 20 by 8 is sufficient and it does provide opportunity for two boats. Mr. Larrson said having a second larger boat parked parallel would have more impact on the shellfish than.one out at the 3-foot depth line. Mr. Pesce asked if the Commissioners would consider a compromise if they would remove the L shape and make the float a 10' X 20' which would be more accommodating to the boat. It makes it safer to get in and out of the boat and more parallel to the shore. Mr. Pesce said he will discuss it with Mr. Larrson and consider the possibility of a shellfish survey. No comment from the public Mr. Pesce requested a continuance on behalf of his applicant. Motion: Mr. Sweet moved to continue the hearing at the request of the applicant to April 11, 2019 at 6:00, seconded by Mr. Dalton. Vote unanimous 4-0 6:27 Kevin H. & Maryellen M. Kelley, 123 Tide Run. Proposed expansion of deck on existing dwelling. At request of applicant, vote to continue to 4/11/2019 @ 6:03 p.m. for revised plans that include mitigation. NOI Motion: Mr. Sweet moved at the request of the applicant to continue the hearing to April 11, 2019 at 6:03 p.m., seconded by Mr. Dalton. Vote unanimous 4-0 6:30 Joshua & Nicole P. Delman, Trustees, 368 & 368A Monomoscoy Road. Proposed construction of pier, ramp, float and pilings. NOI