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made by the consulting Engineer, approving the removal of <br /> trees in the field. The issue for discussion is those <br /> trees that have been damaged due to construction/equipment <br /> and the fact that they were not properly protected by snow <br /> fencing as' requested by the Board. H also stated that <br /> there are serious concerns regarding grade/contour iss:ues <br /> and discrepancies between conditions in the field -and those <br /> shown- on the plans . <br /> The Chairman tools this opportunity to speak directl.y- <br /> to <br /> the Developer and his representatives who were present <br /> regarding the strong feelings that the Planning Board has <br /> to protect and sage as many trees in any development as <br /> possible. The Board insists that any and all construction <br /> be completed in such a way, including the use of snow <br /> fencing, that healthy trees would not be damaged in any <br /> way. <br /> r. Bonvie -spoke to the suggestions made, stating one- <br /> foot contours would be helpful . He also stated that the <br /> approved plans clearly depict the s bst-antial grade change <br /> in the areas where the subject trees are located. <br /> Mr. Bonvie then stated that it had been erroneously <br /> thought that the suggested use of snow fencing was for the <br /> protection of the trees only, not undergrowth. After the <br /> fencing had been installed, they were removed for <br /> landscaping purposes . He stated that he is now fully aware <br /> that said snow fencing is to remain intact after <br /> landscaping has been completed in order to protect the <br /> under growth as well . He ,a,c know l edged the snow fencing had <br /> been removed toe soon and should have remained in place <br /> until such time as grass has been established. <br /> The Chairman then opened the discussion to members of <br /> the Public recognizing the following speakers : <br /> Mr. Maloney, 18 Driver Lane -- spore to the large pine <br /> trees located behind his property and the possibility of <br /> damage to his house in the event of a storm. H requested <br /> Board approval for removal of said trees in order to <br /> prevent damage to his property. He requested Planning <br /> Board consideration of this safety issue. <br /> Mr. Maloney also suggested that said trees should have <br /> been removed by the Developer at the time these buildings <br /> were constructed, suggesting the financial responsibility <br /> 1 <br />