4/23/2020 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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6:18 Michael P. &Candace L. Curran, 28 Flat Pond Circle. Proposed patio expansion/fencing and RDA retaining wall. Removal of two trees, mitigation plantings. Motion: Mr. Smith moved to continue per applicant's request, to May 14,2020 at 6:21 pm, Mr. McKay seconded. Vote: 4-0 unanimous 6:21 Joseph F. & Lisa A. Bohnenberger, Ockway Bay. (Applicant) Proposed Aquaculture project NOI within water of Ockway Bay approximately 1.1 acre in size. Owner of record: Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Lisa Bohnenberger proposed plans. The Shellfish Constable, Ashley Fisher said that she will oversee all operations in the first year as part of the mandatory probation. They will add additional markers, all gear will be underwater, you will only be able to see floats above water and they will be black or grey in color so not too visible from land, to be esthetically pleasing to the homeowners. The Agent commented that any conditions from Ashley would be included. He asked if this would be at town landing or Ockway? Lisa said either, Drew said it's not really the Conservation Commission's concern. Ms. Fisher said that DPW had some questions and she would prefer they use town landing. Agent said he has no other comments. Mr. Sweet asked how far off shore? Ms. Fisher said the current plan is 100ft offshore. Mr. Sweet said that's fine, he just wanted to see if there's still access for the public. Ms. Fisher said yes. Motion: Mr. Smith moved to close and issue with the conditions outlined by the Shellfish Constable, Mr. McKay seconded. Vote: 4-0 unanimous 6:24 Cotuit Bay Condominiums, 0 Quinaquisset Avenue. Proposed extensive hardscape and NO[ landscape modifications. Virginia Scharfenberg and Michael Talbot from Environmental Landscape Consultants presented plans. Agent said he has nothing to add it's a great project. He recommends to close and issue. Motion: Mr. Smith moved to close and issue, Mr. McKay seconded. Vote: 4-0 unanimous 6:27 Alexander J. Bernhardt II & Allison B. Bernhardt, 37 Birch Way. Proposed landscape RDA modifications. Allison Bernhardt presented plans. Agent said he's met on site a few times. He asked if it's necessary to remove all the trees? It's a concern to take out all trees, he understands the homeowner feels there's a safety issue. Ms. Bernhardt said not all trees had to be removed, and she asked if they could tag the few that can stay. Agent said it's a lot. He understands concerns, he thinks we should work with Allison as far as which trees should go or stay. No real impact /no other comments. Mr. McKay said he's having trouble seeing a safety issue. Looks like substantial tree removal. It's not desirable, and his inclination is to not allow, or suggest a detailed drawing with such an impact. Mr. Sweet said he agrees with Dale. They should come back with a detailed plan. Mr. Smith asked what's the primary objective, level or create lawn? Ms. Bernhardt said both. There's no yard. Will be more space, curb appeal, driveway will be a little safer. I think it will add value and am happy to work with the Agent on which trees will stay. Mr. McKay said I hear you, you're not alone in these problems, but that isn't an issue with the commission. Mr. Smith asked the Agent if they can work with the applicant to save trees? Agent said yes, he understands the concerns. The purview of the Conservation Commission is really from about the wildlife habitat....there's an opportunity for