10/03/2018 PLANNING BOARD Minutes

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Dianne Scannel, 108 DeGrasse Road, stated that, sitting on her back deck, she would be looking directly at the tower and expressed her opposition. Ms. Scannel also stated that it made no sense to re- zone an area that was already zoned. Deirdre Greelish, Pond Circle, stated her opinion that it was premature to consider the Article without a ruling from the Cape Cod Commission, and recommended that the Article be tabled. Dean Berrin, 6 Overlook Drive, has installed towers, indicating that there had been no mention of a "fall zone," in case a tower crashed. Mr, Berrin provided the example of a recent fire and crash that occurred in Wellesley during regular maintenance activities. Mr. Berrin inquired whether a fall zone had been considered and the Chair responded that the project was before the Cape Cod Commission, but that it would be considered when it was before the Planning Board. Mr. Lehrer confirmed that the Zoning Bylaw contained fall zones. Mr. Berrin inquired whether there were homes located within the fall zone and Mr. Cummings responded that there was nothing within 150 feet. The Chair stated that the question was currently out of the purview of the Planning Board until it returned from the Cape Cod Commission. Mr. Berrin suggested that elevation would be far superior on the golf course at New Seabury, which could also be a safer location. Brian Baumgaertel, DeGrasse Road and Chair of the Board of Health, referenced a draft decision from the Cape Cod Commission, made publicly available on line this afternoon, noting that one of the recommendations was to propose an amendment to the Overlay District. Mr. Cummings stated that there were no buildings within the 300 feet of the proposed tower and Mr. Lehrer again stated that there should be no comment on the proposed project. Peter Michaelson, 120 DeGrasse Road, stated that he was against the proposal, referencing a prior proposal to build a cell tower in New Seabury, which was voted down by residents. Mr. Michaelson also stated that a property line did not exist in the Land Court Recorded Plan. It was noted that their properties could be developed, placing structures within.300 feet of the cell tower. The Chair asked to close the Public Hearing and inquired whether there was additional brief public comment, MOTION: Mr. Balzarini made a motion to close the Public Hearing for the Wireless Overlay District. Mr. Kooharian seconded the motion. All voted unanimously. There was discussion regarding the motion to be made due to the lack of information. MOTION: Mr. Balzarini made a motion to make a recommendation to Torun Meeting to not approve this proposed Bylaw. Mr. Kooharian seconded the motion. All voted unanimously. Mr. Balzarini stated that he had cell service, but his wife and son did not. Mr. Balzarini suggested that perhaps using a site on the golf course at New Seabury would provide all with better service. 6