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SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
TOWN OF BREWSTER
PLANNING BOARD
Location: 2198 Main Street (virtual), Brewster, MA 02631
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Time: 4:00 PM
This meeting will be conducted by remote participation pursuant to Governor Baker’s March 2020 orders suspending certain Open
Meeting Law provisions and imposing limits on public gatherings. No in-person meeting attendance will be permitted. If the Town is
unable to live broadcast this meeting, a record of the proceedings will be provided on the Town website as soon as possible. The Town
has established specific email addresses for each board and committee so the public can submit comments either before or during the
meeting. To submit public comment or questions to the Planning Board, please email: planningboardmeeting@brewster-ma.gov. To
view the:
Live broadcast: Tune to Brewster Government TV Channel 18
Livestream: Go to www.livestream.brewster-ma.gov
Audio/video recording: Go to www.tv.brewster-ma.gov
4:00 PM PUBLIC HEARINGS
Special Permit and Site Plan Review Application #2020-09: Applicant: Distributed Solar Development,
LLC. Owner: Town of Brewster. Representative: Joshua Burdett of Tetra Tech, Inc. for property located
at 198 Commerce Park Road (Captains Golf Course Driving Range) and shown on Assessor’s Map 131,
Lot 1 in the Industrial (I) zoning district. The Applicant proposes to develop an approximate 480 kW AC
solar canopy facility in the parking lot of the Captains Golf Course Driving Range pursuant to §179-
56D(1)(c), §179-64, and §179-75.5 of the Brewster zoning bylaw. (CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 12,
2020)
Special Permit and Site Plan Review Application #2020-10: Applicant: Distributed Solar Development,
LLC. Owner: Town of Brewster. Representative: Joshua Burdett of Tetra Tech, Inc. for property located
at 1000 Freemans Way (Captains Golf Course) and shown on Assessor’s Map 119, Lot 1-F in the
Residential Rural (R-R) zoning district. The Applicant proposes to develop an approximate 1000 kW AC
solar canopy facility in the northern parking lot of the Captains Golf Course pursuant to §179-56D(1)(c),
§179-64, and §179-75.5 of the Brewster zoning bylaw. (CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 12, 2020)
PLANNING DISCUSSION
Approval of Meeting Minutes: July 8, 2020, August 3, 2020, and August 12, 2020.
TOPICS THE CHAIR DID NOT REASONABLY ANTICIPATE
Next Planning Board Meeting Date: 08/26/20
Name (print): Lynn St. Cyr
Date Posted/Revised: 08/13/20
Please contact the Planning Department at brewplan@brewster-ma.gov for any documents related to agenda items. Text and maps of bylaw amendments are also
available on the Town website (www.brewster-ma.gov). Please note if weather or another circumstance forces cancellation of this meeting, it will be held on the
following Wednesday, same location, same time.
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Brewster Planning Board
2198 Main Street
Brewster, MA 02631-1898
(508) 896-3701 x1133
brewplan@brewster-ma.gov
BREWSTER PLANNING BOARD
MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 7:00 pm
Brewster Town Office Building (virtual)
Chair Paul Wallace convened a remote meeting of the Planning Board at 7:01 pm with the following members participating
remotely: Charlotte Degen, Madalyn Hillis-Dineen, Kari Hoffmann, and Elizabeth Taylor. Roberta Barrett did not participate.
Also participating remotely: Ryan Bennett, Town Planner and Lynn St. Cyr, Senior Department Assistant.
The Chair read the Notification: “Pursuant to Governor Baker’s March 12, 2020 Order Suspending Certain Provisions of
the Open Meeting Law and his March 15 and March 23, 2020 Orders imposing strict limits on the number of people that may
gather in one place, this meeting will be conducted via remote participation to the greatest extent possible. Specific information
and the general guidelines for remote participation by members of the public and/or parties with a right and/or requirement to
attend this meeting may be found on the Town’s website at www.brewster-ma.gov. For this meeting, members of the public
who wish to listen to the audio broadcast may do so via the Town of Brewster website at http://livestream.brewster-ma.gov or
on Channel 18. No in-person attendance of members of the public will be permitted, but every effort will be made to ensure
the public can adequately access the proceedings in real time via technological means. The Town has established specific
email addresses for each board and committee that will be meeting remotely so that residents can send their comments in
writing either before or during the meeting. For this meeting, please send comments to planningboardmeeting@brewster-
ma.gov. In the event we are unable to live broadcast these meetings, despite best efforts, we will post on the Town website
an audio recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting at
http://tv.brewster-ma.gov.” The meeting packet will be posted prior to the meeting and can be found at http://records.brewster-
ma.gov/weblink/browse.aspx?dbid=0.
7:03 PM PUBLIC HEARINGS
Special Permit and Site Plan Review Application #2020-09: Applicant: Distributed Solar Development, LLC. Owner:
Town of Brewster. Representative: Joshua Burdett of Tetra Tech, Inc. for property located at 198 Commerce Park Road
(Captains Golf Course Driving Range) and shown on Assessor’s Map 131, Lot 1 in the Industrial (I) zoning district. The
Applicant proposes to develop an approximate 480 kW AC solar canopy facility in the parking lot of the Captains Golf
Course Driving Range pursuant to §179-56D(1)(c), §179-64, and §179-75.5 of the Brewster zoning bylaw.
Documents:
05/26/20 Planning Board Application with attachments
07/01/20 Department Review Comments including 05/18/20 email from Mark O’Brien, Golf Department
07/07/20 email from Jayanne Sci
Special Permit and Site Plan Review Checklists
Motion by Degen to Open the Public Hearing on Special Permit and Site Plan Review Application #2020-09.
Second by Hoffmann. Vote: Hoffmann-aye, Hillis-Dineen–aye, Degen–aye, Taylor-aye, and Wallace-aye. Vote: 5-
0-0.
Joshua Burdett of Tetra Tech, Inc. participated remotely on behalf of the Applicant Distributed Solar Development, LLC
(DSD). Jenny Nicholas of DSD also participated remotely. Burdett presented a project overview. Burdett explained that
DSD is a national developer of commercial, industrial, and small utility-scale solar PV systems and they have developed
over 125 projects including projects in Massachusetts. Burdett stated that Tetra Tech is a global environmental
engineering and consulting company supporting DSD. Tetra Tech has supported over 600 solar projects worldwide with
20 projects in Massachusetts. Tetra Tech has offices in Boston and on Cape Cod. Burdett stated that the project
proposed is a 480 kW AC solar canopy system with a total 37,000 SF of coverage. The canopy will be erected over the
current parking lot at the driving range and 100% of the power generated by this system will go into the local power grid
through an interconnection system located on Commerce Park Road. The estimated annual output is 740,000 kWh and
the system has an estimated 20 year life span. Burdett further stated that the annual output represents approximately 68
average households using 11,000 kWh annually. Burdett reviewed environmental considerations including that no habitat
replacement or tree clearing is required for this project. There are no wetlands or waterbodies present on the site. The
stormwater management system will be retrofit to the existing parking lot system on site. The FAA has issued a
Approved:
Vote:
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determination of no hazard for this project as it relates to glare. There is no impact to cultural resources according to the
Historic District Committee and the Massachusetts Historical Commission.
Burdett reviewed the proposed site plan. Burdett pointed out the utility interconnection on Commerce Park Road. Burdett
also pointed out the existing stormwater management system and stated that retrofitting will be used to minimize any
additional impacts from the canopy. Burdett described the equipment being used which includes monocrystalline panels
with anti-reflective coating similar to other residential and commercial installations around Brewster, the racking system
consists of custom CBC steel buildings including pillars and support beams, low-profile string inverters will be used to
convert the DC energy generated by the panels to AC energy, and a pad-mounted transformer which passes energy from
the canopy to the grid will be surrounded by a chain link fence. Burdett reviewed project benefits that included the project
being sited on developed land, reduction in greenhouse gases, the system is quiet and low maintenance with only one
maintenance appointment needed annually although the system is monitored remotely in real time for any issues, the
project will create local jobs during construction, and will provide a consistent revenue stream to the Town.
Degen noted the parking space size and stated that they appeared small measuring at 9’ wide and 18’ long. Degen
expressed concerns as it appeared from the plans that some of the support beams were being placed in the parking
spaces. Degen referred Burdett to the parking plan (A-103) submitted by the Applicant. Burdett clarified that the beams
are located within some of the parking spaces but they do not have bollards or concrete padding that would obstruct the
space so the space can still be used. Degen stated the Board requires 10’ wide spaces and Burdett stated that he would
review and clarify the parking space size. Degen also stated that the proposal does not include screening between the
solar panels and the street and the bylaw requires screening. Burdett stated that the elevation of the panels is
approximately 18’ and Degen asked the Applicant to provide screening. Degen asked about noise from the canopy
system and Burdett explained that when the inverters are running the noise is limited to less than a whisper.
Hoffmann referred the Board to Table 1 (Use Regulations) to the zoning bylaw and asked if this application should be
reviewed as a solar array on Town owned property or as a commercial parking lot or structure. Bennett responded that
the Building Commissioner determined at the time of staff review that this project was a solar array on Town owned
property. Hoffmann requested the Applicant provide a drawing with elevations so the Board could get a better idea how
the canopy would look. Burdett referenced a picture of the structure that was submitted with the application and stated
that the beams will go into ground and there will not be above ground concrete footings. Wallace referred the Board to
page 3 of the attachments submitted and noted the picture showed above ground concrete footings. Hoffmann requested
an updated plan showing elevations.
Hoffmann asked about the height of the structure and whether Fire Department equipment would be able to fit
underneath. Burdett responded that the structure is 18’ on the exterior and the Fire Department requested 13’ for
equipment to fit underneath. The structure has a 14’ clearance. Wallace directed the Applicant to plan A-201 which
shows varying interior heights. Hoffmann requested department comments from the Fire Department. Hoffmann asked
the Applicant to confirm who would be handling parking striping. Hoffmann stated that there are no downspouts on the
structure and asked the impact of stormwater on the edge of the driving range. Burdett responded that rainwater will
travel to multiple drip edges throughout the project so rainwater will be disbursed. Burdett stated that there is no snow
and ice management system. Hoffmann asked staff if decommissioning bonds could be requested. Bennett stated that
any bond associated with decommissioning would be in the Select Board’s purview as it is part of the Lease Agreement.
Bennett further stated that the Planning Board typically requests bonds for site improvements. Degen stated that the
Lease Agreement provides for a $64,000 bond to be in place at project onset for decommissioning purposes. Wallace
asked that staff confirm with the Select Board that a decommissioning bond will be required.
Hillis-Dineen asked how long construction will take place and if alternate parking is proposed. Burdett stated that there
are no current plans for construction in place but there will be communication with representatives from the driving range
and golf course to plan for the least amount of interruption during construction. Construction is estimated to take three
months.
Taylor asked if the trees being removed at the golf course could be used for screening at the driving range. Burdett
responded that the trees being removed at the golf course are ornamental and would not provide adequate screening.
The Applicant will be doing a one to one tree replacement and has spoken to Mark O’Brien about replacing trees at the
golf course and on Commerce Park Road in addition to possibly providing trees at Paul Hush Way. Taylor asked about
the conversion from DC to AC and the sale of the energy. Nicholas stated that solar will be converted from DC to AC and
then sold to the grid. The Town is receiving money through the Lease Agreement. The solar is not available for local use.
Further, in response to Taylor, Nicholas explained that this project is a front of meter system which is not compatible with
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charging vehicles. Burdett stated that there could still be vehicle charging stations on site but that option is not part of this
project.
Wallace stated that the parking spaces are too small and that the Board typically requires spaces to be 10’ wide and 20’
deep with a 24’ parking lane. Wallace confirmed with the Applicant that there are no lights proposed for the project.
Wallace asked that the Applicant consider using a stockade fence instead of the proposed chain link fence or add
plantings. Burdett stated that he will review the economics of the stockade fence and provide a response. Wallace stated
that he would like to see screening of the panels added along the road. In response to Wallace, Burdett stated that the
project has not been before the Water Quality Review Committee (WQRC) yet. Bennett stated that the WQRC provides
technical assistance to the Board which the Board will need prior to issuing their decision. Bennett stated she would
follow up with Burdett on the WQRC schedule. Wallace pointed out that the project appears to be encroaching on the 30’
front yard setback and further discussion with the Building Commissioner may be needed. Burdett stated that part of the
project is encroaching on the 30’ setback and the Applicant would be seeking an exception to the front yard setback.
Hoffmann read department reviews into the record. Hoffmann read an email from Jayanne Sci dated July 7, 2020 into the
record. St. Cyr stated that no further public comment had been received.
Motion by Hoffmann to Continue Public Hearing on Special Permit and Site Plan Review Application #2020-09 to
August 12, 2020. Second by Degen. Vote: Hoffmann-aye, Hillis-Dineen–aye, Degen-aye, Taylor-aye, and Wallace-
aye. Vote: 5-0-0.
There was discussion on the timeframe for issuing a decision and the appeal period.
8:02 PM PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED
Special Permit and Site Plan Review Application #2020-10: Applicant: Distributed Solar Development, LLC. Owner:
Town of Brewster. Representative: Joshua Burdett of Tetra Tech, Inc. for property located at 1000 Freemans Way
(Captains Golf Course) and shown on Assessor’s Map 119, Lot 1-F in the Residential Rural (R-R) zoning district. The
Applicant proposes to develop an approximate 1000 kW AC solar canopy facility in the northern parking lot of the
Captains Golf Course pursuant to §179-56D(1)(c), §179-64, and §179-75.5 of the Brewster zoning bylaw.
Documents:
05/26/20 Planning Board Application with attachments
07/01/20 Department Review Comments including 05/18/20 email from Mark O’Brien, Golf Department
07/07/20 email from Jayanne Sci
Special Permit and Site Plan Review Checklists
Joshua Burdett of Tetra Tech, Inc. participated remotely on behalf of the Applicant Distributed Solar Development, LLC
(DSD). Jenny Nicholas of DSD also participated remotely. Burdett presented a project overview. He stated that the
project is proposed for the northern parking lot of Captains Golf Course. The proposed system is a 1,490 kW AC canopy
system with 1000 kW AC solar canopy system and 490 kW AC energy storage system. The project will include 63,000
SF of coverage overlaying the parking lot. Burdett stated that 100% of the power will go into the local grid. The estimated
annual output is 1.4 M kWh which translates to approximately 125 homes annually and a life span of approximately 20
years. Burdett stated that environmental considerations include that there will only be ornamental tree clearing so
destruction of habitat does not apply, there are no wetlands or waterbodies present on the site, the stormwater
management system will be retrofit to the existing on site system and will include a snow and ice management system,
the FAA has provided a no hazard determination for this project, and the HDC and MHC have determined that there is no
impact to cultural resources.
Burdett reviewed the proposed site plan. Burdett noted that the parking spaces on both the northern and southern edges
of the parking lot will fall outside of the canopy. The entryways to the parking lot will be preserved. The electric will be
trenched underneath the parking lot and brought to a pad in the northern parking lot which will contain the transformer and
battery which will be interconnected to the utility grid along Freemans Way. The equipment for this project is similar to the
equipment proposed at the driving range. The proposed equipment includes monocrystalline panels with anti-reflective
coating, custom CBC steel buildings for racking, low-profile string inverters, a pad-mounted transformer, and a Tesla
Powerpack lithium-ion battery.
Taylor stated that as with the previous application the size of the parking spaces needs to be reviewed. Taylor asked if
the trees being removed could be used somewhere else on site or at the driving range or possibly at Paul Hush Way.
Burdett stated that all three locations will be taken into consideration. Taylor stated that it was important to put them in a
location where they would be able to be maintained. Taylor stated that she would like to see lighting added under the
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canopies as there are events that happen at night at the golf course. Burdett stated that the Applicant was open to
discussion of lighting. Hillis-Dineen agreed with Taylor that lighting is needed.
Hoffmann also recommended lighting underneath the canopy to help people navigate during evening events. Hoffmann
asked whether the island of pine and oak trees along the drive would be removed and Burdett confirmed that they were
being removed because of shading but the nearby shrubs would remain. Hoffmann suggested the Applicant do further
research on the best location for replacing trees as Eversource was expected to be planting at Paul Hush Way as the
result of a tree-trimming project. Hoffmann stated that some of the grassy strips in the parking lot were being removed
making the parking lot more impervious. Degen agreed and stated that it appeared some of the support beams were
going to be in the grassy areas. Degen asked if these would be left as dirt strips and Burdett stated that in other projects,
there has been success in growing low light plantings underneath canopies. The plantings will receive natural irrigation
through the proposed gutter system. Hoffmann requested the Applicant submit a landscaping plan to include the strips
underneath the canopy as well as the islands located outside of the canopy. Degen stated that the Applicant may also
want to include the area surrounded by the chain link fence and consider a change to a wooden fence with some greenery
for screening purposes. Wallace suggested the Applicant provide a landscaping plan separate from the replanting plan.
Hoffmann stated that the Applicant needed to confirm that a fire apparatus would be able to fit underneath the canopy for
access during an emergency. Hoffmann requested comments from the fire chief. Hoffmann requested the Applicant
provide elevations with a rendering of the canopies so it is easier for the public to determine the size and
aesthetics of the canopies. Further, Hoffmann stated that significant changes are being made to the site. She
expressed concern that the public may be surprised once the canopies are erected. Hoffmann stated that she
understands that abutters were notified of the public hearing but she hoped others, such as members of the golf
club, were made aware of the project. Hoffmann noted that drawings provided along with the lease agreement are
different than those provided with the application.
Wallace stated that renderings of the canopy did not need to include dimensions but did need to provide a clearer picture
of what the canopies would look like. Wallace suggested switch lighting be used not automatic lighting. He reminded the
Applicant that review by the Water Quality Review Committee was still needed.
Hoffmann read department review comments into the record. St. Cyr noted that no additional public comments have been
received but the public comment read into the record on the driving range application was also submitted for this
application. Additionally, St. Cyr stated that an email was included with the department review comments from Mark
O’Brien of the Golf Department and included suggestions for tree replacement.
Wallace asked staff if the Board’s decision needed to include specifics on where trees should be planted. Bennett
responded that the Board could direct the Applicant to coordinate with the Tree Warden on tree replacement. Wallace
asked whether trees were actually being reused and replanted or if new trees were being planted. Burdett responded that
the Applicant was proposing removing trees and planting new trees. Bennett stated that the replanting plan should
include those trees that are being removed and information on planting new trees in coordination with the Tree Warden.
Taylor stated that the Board required any dead trees to be replaced within one growing season. Taylor asked the
Applicant to consider foot traffic when choosing plantings for underneath the canopies. Burdett stated that he will provide
a landscaping plan that will include the planting underneath the canopies.
Hoffmann stated that this project had a larger battery and she wondered if there would be more noise as a result on this
site. Burdett confirmed that the model was the same and more noise was not expected. Hoffmann confirmed with the
Applicant that there was also no loud noise expected at night.
Motion by Hoffmann to Continue the Public Hearing on Special Permit and Site Plan Review Application #2020-10
to August 12, 2020. Second by Hillis-Dineen. Vote: Hoffmann-aye, Hillis-Dineen-aye, Degen-aye, Taylor-aye, and
Wallace-aye. Vote: 5-0-0.
8:36 PM PLANNING DISCUSSION
Approval of Meeting Minutes: June 24, 2020.
The Board reviewed the June 24, 2020 meeting minutes. Motion by Degen to Approve June 24, 2020 Meeting
Minutes. Second by Taylor. Vote: Hoffmann-aye, Hillis-Dineen-aye, Degen-aye, Taylor-aye, and Wallace-aye.
Vote: 5-0-0.
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Committee Reports.
Bennett announced that the Vision Planning Committee will meet in September and a consultant has been hired to work
with the committee.
Hillis-Dineen stated that the Affordable Housing Trust voted at their last meeting to seek proposals for Option 2 presented
on the Millstone Road project. This option is similar to Melpet Farms in Dennis. It is estimated that there will be between
40-50 units for rental.
8:41 PM TOPICS THE CHAIR DID NOT REASONABLY ANTICIPATE
The Board discussed the possibility of revising the abutter notification process to include all applications. Staff will
research this option for discussion at a future meeting.
Wallace announced an open seat on the Planning Board. He asked that interested residents reach out to staff for more
information.
Motion by Taylor to adjourn. Second by Hillis-Dineen. Vote: Hoffmann-aye, Degen-aye, Hillis-Dineen-aye,
Taylor-aye, and Wallace-aye. Vote: 5-0-0. Meeting adjourned at 8:47 pm.
Next Planning Board Meeting Date: 07/22/20
Respectfully submitted,
__________________________________________
Lynn St. Cyr, Senior Department Assistant, Planning
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Brewster Planning Board
2198 Main Street
Brewster, MA 02631-1898
(508) 896-3701 x1133
brewplan@brewster-ma.gov
BREWSTER PLANNING BOARD
JOINT MEETING WITH SELECT BOARD
MEETING MINUTES
Monday, August 3, 2020 at 6:00 pm
Brewster Town Office Building (virtual)
Chair Paul Wallace convened a remote meeting of the Planning Board being held jointly with members of the Select Board at
6:07 pm with the following Planning Board members participating remotely: Roberta Barrett, Madalyn Hillis-Dineen, Kari
Hoffmann, and Elizabeth Taylor. The Select Board members participating remotely were: Cynthia Bingham, Mary Chaffee,
Ned Chatelain, Ben deRuyter, and David Whitney. Also participating remotely: Lynn St. Cyr, Senior Department Assistant,
Susan Broderick, Assistant Town Administrator, and Donna Kalinick, Assistant Town Administrator.
The Chair read the Notification: This meeting will be conducted by remote participation pursuant to Governor Baker’s
March 2020 orders suspending certain Open Meeting Law provisions and imposing limits on public gatherings. No in-person
meeting attendance will be permitted. If the Town is unable to live broadcast this meeting, a record of the proceedings will
be provided on the Town website as soon as possible. The Town has established specific email addresses for each board
and committee so the public can submit comments either before or during the meeting. To submit public comment or
questions to the Select Board, please email: selectboardmeeting@brewster-ma.gov. To view the:
Live broadcast: Tune to Brewster Government TV Channel 18
Livestream: Go to www.livestream.brewster-ma.gov
Audio/video recording: Go to www.tv.brewster-ma.gov
6:08 PM JOINT INTERVIEW AND APPOINTMENT OF INTERIM MEMBER TO PLANNING BOARD
Interview of Amanda Bebrin
07-09-20 Letter of Interest from Amanda Bebrin
Select Board Chair Mary Chaffee stated that the joint meeting was being held to appoint an interim member of the
Planning Board to serve until the next town election in May 2021. Chaffee stated that she would like to begin the meeting
by allowing Amanda Bebrin to introduce herself, followed by questions from both boards, and votes by both boards.
Bebrin introduced herself and provided a summary of her work experience, work in the community, and interest in the
Planning Board position. After Bebrin spoke, members of both boards asked Bebrin questions.
Motion by deRuyter to Appoint Amanda Bebrin as an Interim Member of the Planning Board. Second by
Bingham. Select Board Vote: deRuyter-yes, Bingham-yes, Whitney-yes, Chatelain-yes, and Chaffee-yes.
Vote: 5-0-0. Planning Board Vote: Hillis-Dineen-aye, Barrett-aye, Taylor-aye, Hoffmann-aye, and Wallace-aye.
Vote: 5-0-0.
Chaffee announced that Bebrin has been appointed as an interim member of the Planning Board by a vote of 5-0-0 from
the Select Board and a vote of 5-0-0 from the Planning Board.
Motion by Hoffmann to adjourn Planning Board meeting. Second by Hillis-Dineen. Vote: Hoffmann-aye, Taylor-
aye, Barrett-aye, Hillis-Dineen-aye, and Wallace-aye. Vote: 5-0-0. Meeting adjourned at 6:22 pm.
Next Planning Board Meeting Date: 08/12/20
Respectfully submitted,
__________________________________________
Lynn St. Cyr, Senior Department Assistant, Planning
Approved:
Vote:
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Brewster Planning Board
2198 Main Street
Brewster, MA 02631-1898
(508) 896-3701 x1133
brewplan@brewster-ma.gov
BREWSTER PLANNING BOARD
MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at 7:00 pm
Brewster Town Office Building (virtual)
Chair Paul Wallace convened a remote meeting of the Planning Board at 7:00 pm with the following members participating
remotely: Amanda Bebrin, Madalyn Hillis-Dineen, Kari Hoffmann, and Elizabeth Taylor. Roberta Barrett and Charlotte Degen
did not participate. Also participating remotely: Ryan Bennett, Town Planner and Lynn St. Cyr, Senior Department Assistant.
The Chair read the Notification: This meeting will be conducted by remote participation pursuant to Governor Baker’s
March 2020 orders suspending certain Open Meeting Law provisions and imposing limits on public gatherings. No in-person
meeting attendance will be permitted. If the Town is unable to live broadcast this meeting, a record of the proceedings will
be provided on the Town website as soon as possible. The Town has established specific email addresses for each board
and committee so the public can submit comments either before or during the meeting. To submit public comment or
questions to the Planning Board, please email: planningboardmeeting@brewster-ma.gov.
To view the:
Live broadcast: Tune to Brewster Government TV Channel 18
Livestream: Go to www.livestream.brewster-ma.gov
Audio/video recording: Go to www.tv.brewster-ma.gov
7:02 PM PUBLIC HEARINGS
Wallace announced that both public hearings schedule on the agenda were being continued due to lack of a voting
quorum. There are only four members present who are eligible to vote and five members are needed.
Special Permit and Site Plan Review Application #2020-09: Applicant: Distributed Solar Development, LLC. Owner:
Town of Brewster. Representative: Joshua Burdett of Tetra Tech, Inc. for property located at 198 Commerce Park Road
(Captains Golf Course Driving Range) and shown on Assessor’s Map 131, Lot 1 in the Industrial (I) zoning district. The
Applicant proposes to develop an approximate 480 kW AC solar canopy facility in the parking lot of the Captains Golf
Course Driving Range pursuant to §179-56D(1)(c), §179-64, and §179-75.5 of the Brewster zoning bylaw.
Motion by Hoffmann to Continue the Public Hearing due to Lack of a Voting Quorum on Special Permit and Site
Plan Review Application #2020-09 to August 19, 2020 at 4:00 pm. Second by Taylor. Vote: Hoffmann-aye, Taylor-
aye, Hillis-Dineen-aye, and Wallace-aye. Vote: 4-0-0.
7:04 PM PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED
Special Permit and Site Plan Review Application #2020-10: Applicant: Distributed Solar Development, LLC. Owner:
Town of Brewster. Representative: Joshua Burdett of Tetra Tech, Inc. for property located at 1000 Freemans Way
(Captains Golf Course) and shown on Assessor’s Map 119, Lot 1-F in the Residential Rural (R-R) zoning district. The
Applicant proposes to develop an approximate 1000 kW AC solar canopy facility in the northern parking lot of the
Captains Golf Course pursuant to §179-56D(1)(c), §179-64, and §179-75.5 of the Brewster zoning bylaw.
Motion by Hoffmann to Continue the Public Hearing due to Lack of a Voting Quorum on Special Permit and Site
Plan Review Application #2020-10 to August 19, 2020 at 4:00 pm. Second by Hillis-Dineen. Vote: Hoffmann-aye,
Taylor-aye, Hillis-Dineen-aye, and Wallace-aye. Vote: 4-0-0.
7:06 PM PLANNING DISCUSSION
Approval of Meeting Minutes: July 8, 2020.
The Board reviewed the July 8, 2020 meeting minutes. Hoffmann recalled discussion not reflected in meeting minutes
regarding public notification of the solar canopy projects. The Board agreed to table these minutes until the August 19,
2020 meeting so staff can review the recording and revise the minutes accordingly.
Approved:
Vote:
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7:08 PM TOPICS THE CHAIR DID NOT REASONABLY ANTICIPATE
The Board welcomed new Planning Board member, Amanda Bebrin, to the Board.
Motion by Bebrin to adjourn. Second by Hillis-Dineen. Vote: Hoffmann-aye, Taylor-aye, Hillis-Dineen-aye,
Bebrin-aye, and Wallace-aye. Vote: 5-0-0. Meeting adjourned at 7:10 pm.
Next Planning Board Meeting Date: 08/19/20
Respectfully submitted,
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Lynn St. Cyr, Senior Department Assistant, Planning