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Orleans Conservation Commission
Town Hall, Nauset Room
Work Meeting, Tuesday November 28, 2017
ORLEANS TOON CLERK
Present: Rich Nadler, Chair; Mike Brink, Vice-Chair; Charles Ketchuck, Clerk; Judith
Bruce, Member; Donelle Denery, Member; Eric Ehnstrom; Associate Member; John
Jannell, Conservation Administrator
Absent: Walter North, Member; Judith Bruce, Member
8:30 a.m. Call to Order
Notice of Intent
Glenn Clarke and Sharda Persaud 14 Winslow Dr.
By Ryder & Wilcox, Inc. Assessor's Map 92, Parcel 4. The proposed installation of a
swimming pool, retaining wall, path, and mitigation plantings. Work will take place in the
50' to 100' buffer to the edge of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland and within the Pleasant
Bay ACEC.
David Lyttle from Ryder & Wilcox, Inc. was present to represent the project.
Since the last meeting, Mr. Lyttle stated he has provided a revised landscape plan and
property profile. The pool and retaining wall have not been revised however, more
mitigation plantings are proposed. Mr. Lytt le explained that the property will now have
an undisturbed 75ft buffer extending from the retaining wall to the edge of the BVW,
with only a path running to the pond. Ms. Farber requested a Limit of Work on a revised
plan and fill volumes for the next meeting. Mr. Ketchuck suggested screening for the
retaining wall to which Mr. Lyttle stated he would consult with Phil Cheney from
Ponderosa. Mr. Nadler stated his concern for conditioning the project to ensure no
adverse effect from pool runoff. The steep grade would allow overflow to travel straight
to the pond. Mr. Lyttle stated he could look into chlorination levels in the pool however, it
is slated to be a salt water pool. Mr. Lyttle suggested he could propose drains leading
from the pool to drywells that could catch the excess pool water before it flows to the
pond. Mr. Lytt le added that even though it is out of the Commissions jurisdiction, they
will be removing the paved driveway to the right of the home, which will then create a
permeable surface for water runoff. Mr. Jannell stated for the record that he received
correspondence from Ms. Helen Weekes, a neighbor, who is not in support of the
project. Mr. Michael Marnik, abutter, stated his objection to the project and due to the
already steep grade on the property. Ms. Bruce asked the height of the retaining wall to
which Mr. Lyttle stated it varies from 4-10ft. Mr. Nadler said a major issue being faced
today is nitrogen flow. Since the area will be need to be excavated anyway for this
project, could they take that opportunity to bury a permeable barrier. Mr. Lyttle stated he
could look into that option. Mr. Brink reiterated the Commission would like fill volumes, a
Limit of Work, screening options for the retaining wall, drainage to drywells, backwash
notes, and information on a permeable barrier for the next meeting.
Motion: A motion to continue the Public Hearing to the Meeting on 12/12 was made by
Mike Brink and seconded by Charles Ketchuck.
Vote: 6-0-0
Amended Order
Nina Gussack 34 Crystal Lake Dr.
SE 54-2395 The installation of decks and walkways and the replacement of existing
wood steps with stone steps. A request has been made to allow for pruning and
removal of trees for view purposes and the addition of a land management plan to
maintain a view corridor.
Mr. Lyttle from Ryder & Wilcox, Inc. and David Chalker from Bartlett Tree
Services were present to represent the project. Mr. Lyttle stated that the best way to
approach the proposed work may be to do it in phases. The tree removal could be done
first and the limbing and pruning could be second. Ms. Farber noted the amount of ivy
choking out the understory and trees. Mr. Lyttle stated they could address that problem
when they come back for phase two.
Motion: A motion to approve the Amendment to allow for removal of 7 trees, 1st phase
cutting of ivy, and buffer restoration in the view corridor, was made by Mike Brink and
seconded by Ginny Farber.
Vote: 5-0-1 (Eric Ehnstrom abstained)
Continuation
Pleasant Bay Community Boating 661 South Orleans Rd.
By J.M. O'Reilly & Associates, Inc. Assessor's Map 96, Parcel 16. The proposed
construction of a permanent pier with a seasonal ramp and float in the waters of
Pleasant Bay. Work will also include improvements to vehicle access associated with
handicapped accessibility. Work will occur on a Coastal Beach, Coastal Bank, Land
Under Ocean, Land Containing Shellfish, and Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage.
No representatives were present for the discussion. The Commission discussed
information they would like to see from the applicant for the next meeting. Mr. Nadler
requested specifics on accessibility components such as minimum requirements and
measurements. Mr. Brink suggested mitigation options. Ms. Farber requested an
alternatives analysis. Mr. Nadler suggested that Mr. Jannell notify the applicant of said
requests for the next meeting.
Motion: A motion to continue the Public Hearing to the Meeting on 12/12 was made by
Mike Brink and seconded by Ginny Farber.
Vote: 6-0-0
Certificate of Compliance
Richard Thompson 24 Priscilla Rd.
SE 54-2054 Request for a Certificate of Compliance. The construction of additions to
an existing dwelling. Work will occur within 100' of two Freshwater Wetlands.
Motion: A motion to approve the Certificate of Compliance was made by Charles
Ketchuck and seconded by Mike Brink.
Vote: 6-0-0
Administrative Reviews
Kris Ramsey 114 Monument Rd.
The proposed removal of one standing dead tree and removal of two other trees. Work
to be done by S & L Tree.
Motion: A motion to approve the Administrative Review was made by Mike Brink and
seconded by Charles Ketchuck.
Vote: 6-0-0
Judy Richards 52 Bakers Pond Rd.
The proposed removal of 2-4 trees near shed area.
Motion: A motion to approve the Administrative Review was made by Mike Brink and
seconded by Charles Ketchuck.
Vote: 6-0-0
Jerry Ferguson 72 Gibson Rd.
The after-the-fact replacement of existing decking and framing with azek decking. Work
done by Jerry Ferguson.
Motion: A motion to approve the Administrative Review was made by Mike Brink and
seconded by Charles Ketchuck.
Vote: 6-0-0
Chairman's Business
Approval of the Minutes from the Meeting on 11/21
No action taken.
Other Business
Discussion and Update of Eversource litigation
A discussion was had addressing the Eversource Energy Cedar Pond Update
letter pertaining to the rerouting of distribution lines over Cedar Pond. The Commission
voiced concerns related to the completion of the project by the date agreed upon,
December 31, 2018Mr. Brink suggested quarterly progress reports updating the
progress over the next year.
Motion: A motion to ask town counsel to send a request for quarterly progress reports
for the project was made by Mike Brink and seconded by Ginny Farber.
Vote: 6-0-0
Site Visits
Site visits to 12 Tides End Ln., 12 Sheep's Pasture Point, and 22 Main St. were
discussed.
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Motion: A motion to adjourn the Meeting was made by Mike Brink and seconded by
Donelle Denery.
Vote: 6-0-0
. The Meeting was adjourned at 9:25 a.m.
Submitted by,
Molly Bates, Principal Clerk, Orleans Conservation
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