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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2023 10 24 Public Meeting Packet Town of Brewster Conservation Commission 1657 Main St., Brewster, MA 02631 (508) 896-4546 CONSERVATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA 2198 Main Street October 24, 2023 at 6:00 PM This meeting will be conducted in person at the time and location identified above. This means that at least a quorum of the members of the public body will attend the meeting in person and members of the public are welcome to attend in person as well. As a courtesy only, access to the meeting is also being provided via remote means in accordance with applicable law. Please note that while an option for remote attendance and/or participation is being provided as a courtesy to the public, the meeting/hearing will not be suspended or terminated if technological problems interrupt the virtual broadcast or affect remote attendance or participation, unless otherwise required by law. Members of the public with particular interest in any specific item on this agenda, which includes an applicant and its representatives, should make plans for in-person vs. virtual attendance accordingly. Members of the public who wish to access the meeting may do so in the following manner: Phone: Call (929) 436-2866 or (301) 715-8592. Webinar ID: 817 0484 9610 Passcode: 565669 To request to speak: Press *9 and wait to be recognized. ZoomWebinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81704849610?pwd=d2VlNm5LcnU2TnBKWExMVEJFUUduQT09 Passcode: 565669 To request to speak: Tap Zoom “Raise Hand”, then wait to be recognized. When required by law or allowed by the Chair, persons wishing to provide public comment or otherwise participate in the meeting, may do so by accessing the meeting remotely, as noted above. Additionally, the meeting will be broadcast live, in real time, via Live broadcast (Brewster Government TV Channel 18), Livestream (livestream.brewster-ma.gov), or Video recording (tv.brewster-ma.gov). Please note that the Conservation Commission may take official action, including votes, on any item on this agenda. 1. Call to Order 2. Declaration of a Quorum 3. Meeting Participation Statement 4. Recording Statement: As required by the Open Meeting Law we are informing you that the Town will be video and audio taping as well as broadcasting this public meeting. In addition, if anyone else intends to either video or audio tape this meeting they are required to inform the chair. 5. Public Announcements and Comment: Members of the public may address the Conservation Commission on matters not on the meeting’s agenda for a maximum of 3-5 minutes at the Chair’s discretion. The Conservation Commission will not reply to statements made or answer questions raised during public comment but may add items presented to a future agenda. 6. Discussion a. 336 Robbins Hill Road, 38-77. SE9-1726 & SE9-1727. Discussion regarding required mitigation plantings associated with OOCs – Ming Lee b. 0 John Wings Lane 23-48. Request for guidance on conservation permitting the repair of an approved landing and access stairs – Pete Dahl & Tim Chase c. Draft Jan 03, 2023 Meeting Minutes for Review & Ratification by Commissioners. d. Draft Jan 24, 2023 Meeting Minutes for Review & Ratification by Commissioners. 7. Request for Determination of Applicability a. None CONSERVATION COMMISSION Michael Tobin Chair Casey Chatelain Vice Chair COMMISSIONERS Bruce Evans Gary Kaser Kimberley Crocker Pearson Ron Slowek Steve McKenna STAFF Chris Miller, Natural Resources Director Bill Grafton, Conservation Administrator Cassandra West, Senior Department Assistant 8. Notices of Intent, Request for Amended Order of Conditions & Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation a. 104 Canoe Pond Drive, 24-60. Hongying Xie Revocable Trust-2012. SE9-1952. Request to Continue to December 12, 2023 Public Hearing. b. 178 Bonnie Doone Cartway, 102-13. 178 Bonnie Doone Cartway LLC. SE9-1893. Amended. Continued Public Hearing. c. 0 Vesper Pond Drive (Lot A Main Street), 138-74. William Marsh, Eastward Homes Business Trust. SE9-1959. Continued Public Hearing. 9. Request for Certificate of Compliance a. None 10. Request for Extension to Order of Conditions a. 38 Captain Baker, 72-19. Lammey. SE9-1712. b. 100 Bloomer Path, 38-93. Bloomer. SE9-1870. 11. Show Cause a. 2628 Main Street, 89-14 & 89-2. Continued - Brown. 12. Request for Minor Change to Plan a. 32 Bantry Lane, 68-23. Vining. SE9-1931. Request to remove (1) eastern white pine sapling and plant (3) three beach plum. b. 2907 Main Street, 90-160. Ocean Edge II & Bay Pines Development Co. SE9-1701. Removal of safety hazard, exposed pilings from coastal beach – Thomas Monaghan. c. 216 Mitchell Lane, 115-49. Barkhuff. SE9-1949. Request permission to cut (5) branches in excess of 4” and replace each with (2) two 1.5” diameter trees. – Cal Novelli 13. Request for Administrative Review a. None 14. Stormwater Permit Application under Code of the Town of Brewster, Chapter 272 Stormwater Management Bylaw a. 0 Vesper Pond Drive (Lot A Main Street), 138-74. William Marsh, Eastward Homes Business Trust. SMWC# 2023-02. Continued Public Discussion. 15. Report of the Natural Resources Director 16. Report of the Conservation Administrator 17. Matters Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Conservation Commission Chairman 18. Questions from the Media 19. Next Meeting: November 14, 2023 20. Adjournment Date Submitted: Date Revised: Received by Town Clerk: 10/19/2023 336 Robbins Hill Road SE9-1726 June 11, 2016 Oct 11, 2023 336 Robbins Hill Road SE9-1726 June 11, 2016 Oct 11, 2023 336 Robbins Hill Road SE9-1727 April 18, 2017 Oct 11, 2023 336 Robbins Hill Road SE9-1727 Apr 18, 2017 Oct 11, 2023 336 Robbins Hill Road SE9-1727 June 11, 2018 Oct 11, 2023 The Canoe Pond Village Association Deck Repair Project Requesting Use of RDA Presented by: Harvey (Pete) Dahl – President Tim Chase – Vice President What we’d like to do •We have existing permitted wooden deck with stairway access to Upper Mill Pond under SE 9-1262 •Work was installed and completed in November of 2008. •The flooring, seating benches, and hand rails have deteriorated and will eventually become dangerous. •We forgot to include on-going maintenance in the initial permitting process. •We’d like to get a permit to replace the flooring, step treads, and hand rails •We do not intend to make changes to support structure. 2 Needed Repairs Path to deck. No repairs Walkway to deck Replace flooring And steps 3 Needed Repairs Replace Benches Flooring Hand rails Walkway to beach Replace steps Hand rails Supports remain as is 4 Project Steps 1. Remove and repair stair steps to water. No change to existing foundation and supports. 2. Remove and replace deck flooring. 3. Remove and replace handrails 4. Replace seats 5 Wetlands Remediation Steps •Replacing wood with Azek and using zinc screws. •Deck product to be cut upland beyond 100ft. buffer and delivered to site to ensure cutting does not get into pond. •No changes to structures that are in direct contact with wetlands •Remove and properly dispose of all debris to off-site disposal area •Contractor is insured •All work is to be performed by hand. No machinery will be necessary other than a portable generator for power tools •No equipment will be stored on beach area 6 The Question… •May we use RDA process to permit the work? •Is there a way to pre-authorize future maintenance? 7 Addendum Materials •Repair Proposal •Original 2008 Plans •2008 Final Inspection Letter •Deck History 8 11 steps. 138in total. 64in in this section. 57 in for each. Total 178in. Repair Proposal Illustrates: •Scope of Work •Materials to be used •Foundation and major supports remain unchanged. •Current costs 9 Original 2008 Plan 10 2008 Final Inspection Letter 11 Deck History •General information •Lot 205-1, John Wings Lane. •Barnstable registry of deeds book 2601 page 339 •Original deck permission •SE 9-114 •Order issued on August 28, 1980 •Order of Conditions to replace deck help plantings •SE 9-1262 8/10/2004 •Issued 11/17/2004 •Work was delayed •Extension permit for Order of Conditions •Filed 8/13/2007 •Work completed and inspected 10/21/2008 •Certificate of Compliance •Issued 11/07/2008 •Filed with Registry of Deed 11/14/2008 12 J.M. O'Reilly & Associates, Inc. Engineering & Land Surveying Services 1573 Main Street, 2nd Floor, P.O. Box 1773 Brewster, MA 02631 (508) 896-6601 Fax (508) 896-6602 LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL TO:DATE:JOB NUMBER: REGARDING: COPIES DATE DESCRIPTION For review and comment:For approval: REMARKS: From: If enclosures are not as noted, kindly notify us at once Shipping Method: Regular Mail Certified Mail Express Mail UPS Federal Express As Requested:For your use: Hand Deliver Pick UpPriority Mail Photographs 178 Bonnie Doone Cartway, Brewster DEP SE#9-1893 Renovated Western Cottage With Retaining Wall, Driveway, & Planting Area Black Oak 9 and Associate Tree – Both Removed for Driveway Black Oak 8 (removed) – South of Cottage @ #178 Renovated West Cottage with Rinse Station & Utility Trench Next to White Oak #1 Middle House (#160) Runoff Leach Galley Area Eastern Beach Stairs Replacement Area Electric Trench Area from Cartway to Site – to be Replanted October 16, 2023 Brewster Conservation Commission Town Hall 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 RE: Notice of Intent – Revised Plan Narrative 0 Vesper Pond Drive/Lot A Main Street Map 138, Parcel 74 Dear Members of the Commission, Eastward Companies is submitting the attached revised site plan, landscape plan, and additional information, for 0 Vesper Pond Drive/Lot A Main Street which proposes a new single-family dwelling, septic system, swimming pool, and associated hardscape and landscape plantings, for continued review and discussion by the Conservation Commission on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. The revised plans and additional information address the comments/concerns that we noted in our meeting with Bill Grafton, Conservation Administrator, and the Commission members on Tuesday, October 10, 2023: 1. The two (2) wetland areas, originally noted as “Wetland B/Edge of Pooling Area” across Vesper Pond Drive from the subject property, and as “Edge of Pooling Area” on the lot to the south of the subject property, have been observed as potential vernal pools because of water and wildlife activity. 2. It was felt that the Limit of Work (LOW) line and proposed lawn area were too close to the 50’ setback line in several places on the site. 3. We were asked how we would demarcate the natural areas so that activity and lawn area/landscapers will not migrate into these areas. 4. There was a question about the necessity to have the “proposed fescue/rye grass mix” meadow area that runs along the southwest side of the proposed driveway. 155 CROWELL ROAD, CHATHAM, MA 02633 508-945-2300 October 16, 2023 Page 2 5. Members expressed several concerns about the pool and pool patio with regard to pool water make-up, pool volume and handling of draw down, patio structure, splashing of pool water, patio runoff, proposed drainage structures and proximity of these to and impact on the wetlands, soil, and wildlife. We’ve addressed the comments/concerns with the following revisions to the plans: 1. The wetland area across Vesper Pond Drive and wetland area to the south are now noted as “Potential Vernal Pools” on the site plan. 2. The Limit of Work line on the southwest side of the proposed driveway has been shifted away from the 50’ setback line and to the northeast, closer to the driveway. 3. A majority of the area between the proposed driveway and Vesper Pond Drive will now remain in its natural state, eliminating the previously proposed plantings and meadow of fescue/rye grass mix. 4. A five (5’) foot wide shoulder of fescue/rye grass mix will remain along the southwest side of the driveway, creating space for snow removal in the winter. 5. Drainage Swales #1, #2, and #3 remain as shown on the original plans, tight to the proposed driveway and outside of the 50’ setback line, to capture any stormwater runoff that doesn’t leach into the ¾” native gravel driveway. 6. Drainage Leaching #1 and #2 remain in the same locations as shown on the original plans, outside of the 50’ setback line. 7. The Limit of Work line has been pulled outside of the 50’ setback line near Drainage Leaching #1 and the natural buffer will remain between the side yard space and Vesper Pond Drive. 8. We would like to maintain some amount of yard space to the rear and sides of the proposed home for possible children’s play areas. In response to the Commission’s concerns, the rear lawn area has been pulled in at least five (5’) feet on the west and south sides of the house, also pulling the Limit of Work further from the southerly lot line and 50’ setback area to the south. October 16, 2023 Page 3 9. The Limit of Work line has also been pulled in by five (5’) feet around the perimeter of the yard space on the north and east sides of the proposed home. 10. As discussed with the Commission at the 10/10/23 meeting, we have added a twelve (12”) inch high single-rail, 7 – 8’ long section of split-rail fence, to be installed every ten (10’) feet to delineate the line between the natural/no disturb areas of the site and the mowed/maintained yard space and along the southwest side of the driveway. A photo is attached representing the fence that will be installed. 11. The revised landscape plan shows a reduction in ornamental shrubs around the house from 80 to 68 and an increase in the number of native plantings to be installed around the perimeter of the site from 94 to 96. 12. The proposed pool and pool patio remain the same size and in the same location as originally proposed. The 12’ x 24’ pool has a water volume of approximately 9,000 gallons. The patio will be dry laid pavers. 13. The pool will use a self-contained salt-water cartridge filtration system. No chlorine or other chemicals will be introduced into the pool or on the site for treatment of the water. Shoreline Pools installs most of the pools at Eastward Companies’ homes. We talked with Chris Dittrich, owner of Shoreline Pools, and his manager, Dillan Hoyt, about the proposed filtration and have attached information about the Hayward Swimclear system, which will be installed here. This is a cartridge filter system and these filters do not have backwash, rinse, or waste options, as DE (Diatomaceous earth) filters do. The cartridge filters are closed systems and debris remains trapped on the cartridges until the filter is broken down and each individual cartridge is cleaned which makes it a more environmentally conscious type of filter. 14. A four (4”) inch wide channel drain will be installed along the south and east edge of the patio. This will capture any patio runoff and be piped directly to Drainage Leaching #1, which keeps this water more than 50’ from the wetland resource area. Based on our conversation with Chris Dittrich, any splashing of pool water, when in use, remains within a couple of feet of the pool edge and is not substantial enough to make it to the proposed lawn, naturally planted areas, or even October 16, 2023 Page 4 the channel drain. At its closest, the proposed channel drain is four (4’) feet from the edge of the pool/water. The 50’ setback line is ten (10’) from the water’s edge, at its closest. 15. Bob took another look at the groundwater flow in this area following our first meeting with the Commission. USGS resources show that groundwater generally flows to the north along Cape Cod Bay, including in this area. We’ve attached a zoomed in version of the USGS Brewster-Harwich Water Table Contour Map with our property location marked in red. Based on the map info, any subsurface leaching that is to the north of Wetland A should not come into contact with Wetland A once it reaches groundwater. 16. Regarding pool water draw down, approximately 1/3 of the pool water is removed when the pool is winterized. This equates to approximately 3,000 gallons. If necessary for pool maintenance and/or winterization, an additional 600-gallon leach pit surrounded by 2 feet of stone has been proposed to the northeast of the house and is connected by a pipe to the pool/patio. Again, the location of the proposed leach pit will keep any water from the pool more than 50’ from the wetland resource area. If any additional information is needed for the hearing, please let us know. We look forward to discussing this with you on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Sincerely, Susan B. Ladue Regulatory Specialist CC: Robert Reedy, P.E., J. M. O’Reilly & Associates, Inc. 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Site Inspection Report, 2624 Main Street, Brewster, BSC Job#50773.01 Dear Mr. Grafton and Brewster Conservation Commission Members, In accordance with your request, BSC has conducted a site inspection with the Conservation Administrator at 2624 Main Street to review the following: • Conduct test pits to look for potential areas of fill. • Review wetland resource area delineations. • Review invasive species management areas as well as restoration areas. • Wetland and stream crossings. • Perennial vs intermittent determination. • Prepare a planting pallet for restoration areas. Test Pits: BSC conducted six (6) soil test pits with Mr. Grafton to determine if areas had been filled, plowed, and to locate areas of fill within the buffer zone to a Boarder Vegetated Wetland (BVW) and areas of fill within the wetland resource area. BSC conducted the soil test pits as directed by the Conservation Agent and located each test pit on the attached site plan (identified as BG-1, BG-2, etc.). BSC and the Agent attempted to locate fill by reviewing clear soil horizons (indicating no soil disturbance) vs. a non- traditional soil color with a soil that has been mixed and then locating the true “A” horizon signifying the top of the original soil profile. Soils start out darkest at the top and get lighter in color as you excavate down. Each lighter layer is considered a new horizon. When you find a lighter soil layer followed by a dark layer below, that indicates an area of fill, documented as Ab horizon where the “b” stands for buried. In addition, other visual cues were used, mostly buried debris being pulled out of the hole. BSC did locate one test pit that showed a plowed/tilled upper soil horizon noted as an Ap layer, where the “p” stands for plowed. An Ap horizon is documented by showing a mix of soil colors as the top few layers are turned into each other with clearly delineated soil horizons below and no Ab or buried A horizon. The following photographs and test pit information are from the site inspection on 7/31/2023 2 | P a g e BG-1: This test pit did not appear to be comprised of fill. We did find a mixed layer at the top indicating the area was probably tilled/plowed at some point. This is referred to as an “Ap” layer or plowed layer. Below the apparent plow layer, we found a clean break in the soil profile. We did not find any debris in this test pit. BG-2: This test pit was closer to the wetland resource area. In this pit we did not find any tilled layer, nor did we find fill or debris in this hole. The soil consistency and clear delineation of profiles showed that this soil appeared to be in a natural state. BG-3: This test pit was located within the wetland and within the existing trail adjacent to the existing culvert crossing (within restoration Area #2). BSC identified 3-4 inches of fill before reaching the true “Ab” layer of soil, where the “b” stands for buried. Within the filled layer we also found debris (pavement). Unfortunately, BSC’s photographic images were not usable for BG-3. 3 | P a g e BG-4: This test pit was located within the wetland and within the existing trail adjacent to the existing culvert crossing (within restoration Area #2). BSC identified 3-4 inches of fill before reaching the true “Ab” layer of soil. Within the filled layer we also found debris (pavement and glass) as noted in the photographs. BG-5: This test pit was located in the upland near BVW flag WF-B20. The test pit was completed off the existing path between the path and the wetland resource area. BSC documented 36-40” of fill above the “Ab” layer in this area. This fill contained some debris and the “A” layer appeared lighter in color than the native soils. It was determined that this test pit was not located within the wetland resource area and was not filled wetlands. But this fill would be a buffer zone violation depending on the date the fill was brought in. 4 | P a g e BG-6: This test pit was located in the upland area near BVW flag WF-C13/C14. The test pit was completed off the existing path between the path and the wetland resource area. BSC documented approximately 36-40” of fill above the “Ab” layer in this area. This fill contained some debris and the “A” layer appeared lighter in color than the native soils. It was determined that this test pit was not located within the wetland resource area and was not filled wetlands. But this fill could be a buffer zone violation depending on the date the fill was brought in. Wetland Resource Area Delineations: During the site walk BSC and the Conservation Agent did review several areas of concern regarding wetland flag locations. The following flags were relocated and have been identified on the revised site plans. • WF-B18 was moved on the plan only as the field flagging was accurate but the location on the plan was off about 7 feet south. • WF-B22 has been moved approximately 15 feet southeast and re-labeled as WF-B22-R • WF-B23 has been moved approximately 10 feet southeast and re-labeled as WF-B23-R • WF-B24 has been moved approximately 6 feet southeast and re-labeled as WF-B24-R • WF-C4 has been moved approximately 5 feet east and re-labeled as WF-C4-R Invasive and Opportunistic Species Management and Restoration Areas: All restoration areas include invasive and opportunistic species management. Invasive and opportunistic species management shall be completed using hand tools only. Both powered and non-powered hand tools are also allowed. No wheeled machinery is allowed to enter the restoration areas. No herbicide use is being proposed at this time. BSC is working with ECR, L.L.C. to obtain a revised Planting Plan for each area to document native plant species to be planted. This will be submitted as a follow up to this report. Because the prior restoration area #5 is filling in with native plants some of this restoration area has been added to other degraded areas around the site at the request of the Conservation Agent. Restoration areas should be monitored annually with reports for 3-5 years to ensure plan success. 5 | P a g e Area #1: This restoration area consists of the existing walking trail. The trail and access through this area will be removed and this area will be restored with mitigation plants. This trail connects to restoration Area #2 via the culvert/crossing to be removed. Once the culvert is removed this area is to be planted with native plants per the planting plan. Area #2: This restoration area consists of a partially filled wetland (3-4” to be removed within the walking trail) and buffer zone area directly abutting the stream. The culvert between Area #1 and #2 will be removed. Disturbed sections of Area #2 to be planted with native plants per the planting plan. Area #3: This area has been designated as an existing fruit/orchard grove to remain. This is also the area where BSC found plowed soils. This area will be maintained for invasive species (hand removal and power hand tools only) and management of the orchard. Conservation markers will be installed along the limit of orchard to prevent access across the wetland area and stream. Area #4: This area currently contains some chairs in a little sitting area. However, the sitting area is located within the wetland resource area. The sitting area is to be removed along with the walking trail through the wetland. This area will be identified using conservation markers in the field. This area planted with native plans per the Planting Plan. Area #5: This is the original restoration area included in the ECR planting plan. This area was reduced in size overall to allow the native vegetation growing back to continue to grow and fill in the area. The section that requires restoration is the area containing fill that requires removal. Because the fill area will be disturbed when removed, that portion remains a restoration area, to be planted per the Planting Plan. Area #5 and adjacent Area #8 will be further protected by the installation of Conservation markers. Area #6: This area does not require restoration planting but has been included to document invasive and opportunistic species vegetative management needs. This area will be maintained for invasive and nuisance species (hand and powered hand tools only). Area #7: This area will be delineated in the field using conservation markers. No work will be allowed within this area, other than invasive and opportunistic plant species vegetation management, by hand only. At least 7 days advance notice required to Conservation Administrator and property owner or representative of 105 Taylor Lane (Map 78 Parcel 9). Area #8: Debris will be removed from this area as needed. Much of this area has grown back naturally with native vegetation. This area will be allowed to grow naturally. Any exposed areas void of vegetation will be planted with native species. Conservation markers will be installed around this area to prevent future encroachments. Wetland and Stream Crossings: The existing project site has several different wetland/stream crossings around the site. Most of these are trails for walking paths except for 2 larger crossings allowing vehicular passage. BSC has numbered each culvert on the plans for reference. Culvert #1: The largest crossing is the stream crossing allowing access to the back ½ of the property near WF-B29. BSC’s engineers will review that crossing to ensure that it meets crossing requirements. This culvert and stream channel has been maintained by the Cape Cod Mosquito Control to maintain flow. This includes removal of debris within the culvert and the channel. This engineering design and culvert replacement of culvert #1 will be completed as per the stipulated consolidated order. Culvert #2: This culvert was installed for a small walking path crossing the stream near wetland flags #WF 6 | P a g e 24 and WF 25. This culvert is to be removed and the area including trail will be restored. Culvert #3: This culvert falls near vegetative management area #6 and will be removed and replaced with a bridge. The bridge will allow pedestrians to walk on the existing trail system. The bridge will be 6 feet wide. This will reduce the potential for the culvert getting blocked and restricting flow. Culvert #4: This culvert is located near wetland flag IB 701 and will be removed. Culvert #5: This culvert is second largest crossing is near WF-IB700. This crossing has been historically used for larger equipment to have access to the back of the property. This crossing will remain for access to usable upland at the back of the property along with access to the Cape Cod Rail Trail. Perennial vs Intermittent Stream Determination: From MassDEP 10.00: Appendix: “Preface to Revisions to the Massachusetts Wetlands Regulations to Definition of “Extended Drought and Distinguishing “Perennial Rivers” from “Intermittent Streams”, 2002 Regulatory Revisions” “3. Direct Observations of No Flow. Even though watershed size and geology are the most important characteristics for determining stream status, the methods outlined above are still “predictive” and may be overcome by direct observation (emphasis added). As a fail-safe mechanism, any stream must be classified as intermittent if it is observed not flowing for four days in a consecutive 12-month period, unless the observation occurs during a period of extended drought, or the stream is significantly affected by withdrawals, impoundments, or other man-made flow reductions or diversions. In such cases, the observations become less probative in determining the stream’s classification and the stream should be classified based upon its status under the regulations absent the observation.” BSC utilized the observation method at 2 points along the stream to ensure that no flow was noted entering and/or leaving the property on either end of the stream (points shown on plans as 1 and 2). Observations were taken on 8/2/23, 8/3/23, 8/4/23 and 8/7/23 (see attached photo page). In addition to the four days of observations, BSC noted that the stream was dry while onsite with the Agent on 7/31/23. This additional observation makes five days of no flow conditions while not in a drought condition. This stream is not significantly affected by withdrawals, impoundments, or other man-made flow reductions or diversions. Looking at USGS the stream starts on the site near observation point #1, as such, there are no upstream restrictions possible. Considering all the information presented, BSC has concluded that the stream is intermittent. Sincerely, BSC Group, Inc. Matthew Creighton, PWS Manger of Ecological Services – W. Yarmouth Senior Associate 0 and 2624 Main Street, Brewster Ditch #1 at Southwest Side of Property 8/2/2023 AUGUST 2, 2023-Beanpole #1 AUGUST 2, 2023-Beanpole #1 different view Photo Page 1 0 and 2624 Main Street, Brewster Ditch #2/Concrete Culvert in Middle of Property 8/2/2023 AUGUST 2, 2023-Beanpole #2 AUGUST 2, 2023-Beanpole #2 different view Photo Page 2 0 and 2624 Main Street, Brewster Ditch #1 at Southwest Side of Property 8/3/2023 AUGUST 3, 2023- Beanpole #1 AUGUST 3, 2023- Beanpole #1 different view Photo Page 3 0 and 2624 Main Street, Brewster Ditch #2/Concrete Culvert in Middle of Property 8/3/2023 AUGUST 3, 2023-Beanpole #2 AUGUST 3, 2023-Beanpole #2 different view Photo Page 4 0 and 2624 Main Street, Brewster Ditch #1 at Southwest Side of Property 8/4/2023 AUGUST 4, 2023-Beanpole #1 AUGUST 4, 2023- Beanpole #1 different view Photo Page 5 0 and 2624 Main Street, Brewster Ditch #2/Concrete Culvert in Middle of Property 8/4/2023 AUGUST 4, 2023-Beanpole #2 AUGUST 4, 2023-Beanpole #2 different view Photo Page 6 0 and 2624 Main Street, Brewster Ditch #1 at Southwest Side of Property 8/7/2023 AUGUST 7, 2023-Beanpole #1 AUGUST 7, 2023- Beanpole #1 different view Photo Page 7 0 and 2624 Main Street, Brewster Ditch #2/Concrete Culvert in Middle of Property 8/7/2023 AUGUST 7, 2023-Beanpole #2 AUGUST 7, 2023- Beanpole #2 different view Photo Page 8 28 Lots Hollow Road | Orleans, MA 02653 Tel:(508)255-1113 | Fax:(508)255-9477 Brewster Conservation Commission c/o Bill Grafton, Conservation Administrator 1657 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 October 17, 2023 RE: Minor Change Request #216 Mitchell Ln DEP File SE#9-1949 Dear Bill, As you may recall during our pre-construction meeting at #216 Mitchell, Wilkinson Ecological Design was directed to submit this Minor Change Request per Special Condition A33 citing the 4” diameter threshold for tree limb pruning. Please note that this package outlines the specified trees where vista management was previously approved during the Notice of Intent process pertaining to the limbs for pruning that exceed 4”. The table below specifies the quantity of limbs per tree and their corresponding photographs. The required tree replacement, per A33, will also be followed with trees planted outside the approved vista. Please reference Revision 4 on the approved Restoration Plan on page 2 of this submittal for tree quantity, location, and species. Tree # (reference approved Restoration Plan mark up on next page) Number of Limbs Exceeding 4” Diameter #1 1 #2 2 #3 1 #4 0 #5 2 Please let me know if you have any questions or if any additional information is needed to proceed with the pruning of these five previously approved trees. Thank you, Deniz Bertuna Senior Project Manager, CERP Wilkinson Ecological Design LOT 5 126,997± S.F. OR 2.91± AC. (PER RECORD) N79° 54' 25 " E 100.00' S71° 0 5 ' 3 5 " E 135.00 ' 14"Ø PINE 18"Ø PINE 12"Ø PINE 12"Ø PINE 15 10 15 15 10 10 15 11.7 11.3 10.7 10.5 11.2 11.4 12.6 11.1 15.4 12.4 12.5 13.5 11.5 8.5 7.6 100' B U F F E R F R O M S A L T M A R S H 216 M I T C H E L L L A N E EX E D G E O F W O O D L A N D APP R O X E D G E O F M O W I N G EX LAWN AREA FLO O D Z O N E X FLO O D Z O N E A E E L . 1 3 EX WOODLAND EX WOODLAND EX R E S I D E N C E ED G E O F V I S T A C O R R I D O R EX NATIVE SHRUBS, INVASIVE & AGRESSIVE VINES PR O P P A T H 12" OAK 24" OAK 8" OAK SNAG 18" OAK 18" OAK EX MANAGED AREA EX E D G E O F S H R U B S 50 ' F R O M WE T L A N D ISO L A T E D ISO L A T E D W E T L A N D OAK OAK OAK OAK MAPLE OAK PITCH PINE OAK OAK OAK PITCH PINE 100' B U F F E R F R O M B O R D E R I N G V E G E T A T E D WETL A N D N79° 54' 25"E 100.00' S71° 0 5 ' 35"E 135.00 ' 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 12 11 10 9 8 15 14 13 12 12 13 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 13 12 12 11 13 14 15 12 11 10 9 8 7 8 9 10 14 11 11 16 15 14 CB R S A R E A ( U N I T C 1 1 ) E S T . 1 0 / 1 / 1 9 8 3 EX W O O D D E C K PR O P P A T H EX ED G E O F C L E A R I N G EDGE OF M A R S H PROPE R T Y L I N E F O R T O W N O F B R E W S T E R EDGE OF B V W 50' FROM BVW 100' FROM I S O L A T E D W E T L A N D FL O O D Z O N E X FLO O D Z O N E V E E L . 1 3 ACEC ED G E O F V I S T A C O R R I D O R PITCH PINE FLO O D Z O N E V E E L . 1 3 FLO O D Z O N E X OAK LOT 5 126,997± S.F. OR 2.91± AC. (PER RECORD) #220 MITCHELL LANE ASSESSORS MAP 115 PARCEL 48 N/F PERRIE APJONES DRYSDALE 2004 QUALIFIED PERSONAL RESIDENCE TRUST & KENNETH G. T. DRYSDALE 2004 QUALIFIED PERSONAL RESIDENCE TRUST DEED BOOK 18287 PAGE 35 & 40 N86° 57' 01"E 133.18' N79° 54' 25"E 100.00' S71° 0 5 ' 3 5 " E 135.00 ' S2 7 ° 0 5 ' 3 5 " E 130 . 0 0 ' S2 9 ° 5 4 ' 2 5 " W 230 . 0 0 ' 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 12 11 10 9 8 15 14 13 12 12 13 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 13 12 12 11 13 14 15 12 11 10 9 8 7 8 9 10 14 11 11 16 15 14 #220 MITCHELL LANE ASSESSORS MAP 115 PARCEL 48 N/F PERRIE APJONES DRYSDALE 2004 QUALIFIED PERSONAL RESIDENCE TRUST & KENNETH G. T. DRYSDALE 2004 QUALIFIED S79° 40' 03"W 195.00' N3 9 ° 3 3 ' 2 1 " E N1 0 ° 1 9 ' 5 7 " W 38 3 . 2 9 ' FLOOD Z O N E X FLOOD Z O N E V E E L 1 6 OAK OAK OAK OAK SNAG OAK OAK OAK RED MAPLE OAK OAK OAK OAK OAK OAK OAK PITCH PINE PITCH PINE PITCH PINE EXISTING WOODLAND EXISTING WOODLAND 20 0 ' F R O M S A L T MA R S H D I T C H A.CE.C (10' CONTOUR NGV D D A T U M ) 10 0 ' F R O M L S C S F EDG E O F B . V . W ED G E O F M A R S H CB R S ( U N I T C 1 1 ) A R E A S E S T 1 0 / 1 / 1 9 8 3 LIMIT OF N H E S P P R I O R I T Y H A B I T A T O F R A R E S P E C I E S CBRS AREAS (UNIT C11) EST 10/1/1983 N86° 57' 01"E 133.18' N79° 54' 25"E 100.00' S71° 0 5 ' 35"E 135.00 ' S2 7 ° 0 5 ' 35 " E 130 . 0 0 ' S2 9 ° 5 4 ' 25" W 230 . 0 0 ' S79° 40' 03"W 195.00' N39 ° 3 3 ' 21" E N1 0 ° 1 9 ' 57 " W 38 3 . 2 9 ' PITCH PINE OAK SNAG OAK FLO O D Z O N E X FLO O D Z O N E A E E L 1 3 FLO O D Z O N E X FLO O D ZON E VE E l 13 FLO O D Z O N E A E E L 1 3 FLO O D Z O N E V E E L 1 6 FLOOD ZONE AE EL 13 FLOOD ZONE VE EL 16 FL O O D Z O N E A E EL . 1 3 FLOOD Z O N E X FLOOD Z O N E A E E L 1 3 FLO O D Z O N E X FLO O D Z O N E AE E L 1 3 PINE PINE PINE PINE THIS DRAWING AND ALL IDEAS EMBODIED THEREIN IS PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF WILKINSON ECOLOGICAL DESIGN, INC. (WED) AND SHALL NOT BE COPIED, REPRODUCED, OR DISCLOSED IN CONNECTION WITH ANY WORK OTHER THAN THE PROJECT FOR WHICH IT HAS BEEN PREPARED, IN WHOLE OR PART, WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION FROM WED. © 2022 WILKINSON ECOLOGICAL DESIGN, INC. FOR PERMITTING PURPOSES ONLY THIS DRAWING IS NOT INTENDED FOR CONSTRUCTION NOTES: REV DATE DESCRIPTION LEGEND: ABBREVIATIONS: DRAWN BY:CHECKED BY: DATE:SCALE: SURVEY PROVIDED BY: &AND @ AT Ø DIAMETER #POUND or NUMBER ACEC AREA OF CRITICAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN APPROX APPROXIMATE AURA ADJACENT UPLAND RESOURCE AREA BLDG BUILDING BOB BOTTOM OF BANK BVW BORDERING VEGETATED WETLAND (IF APPLICABLE) CY CUBIC YARD DEP DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION EA EACH EL ELEVATION EX EXISTING LOW LIMIT OF WORK LSCSF LAND SUBJECT TO COASTAL STORM FLOWAGE MHW MEAN HIGH WATER MLW MEAN LOW WATER NHESP NATURAL HERITAGE AND ENDANGERED SPECIES PROGRAM NOI NOTICE OF INTENT NTS NOT TO SCALE OC ON CENTER OOC ORDER OF CONDITIONS PROP PROPOSED REV REVISION SC SPECIAL CONDITION SF SQUARE FEET TOB TOP OF BANK UON UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED VEG VEGETATION VZ VELOCITY ZONE WED WILKINSON ECOLOGICAL DESIGN, INC 1-Jun-23 k:\clients\mitchell ln_216_bre\consult\plans\restoplan\20230614_resto_mitchel ln_216_bre.dwg 1 OF 1 IPTK VARIES03/21/2023 RESTORATION PLAN COASTAL ENGINEERING 260 CRANBERRY HIGHWAY ORLEANS, MA, 02653 508-255-6511 N Scale: 1"= 20' RESTORATION PLAN1 1. APPROXIMATELY THREE GROWING SEASONS WILL BE REQUIRED TO CONTROL AND/OR ERADICATE INVASIVE PLANT SPECIES. AFTER THREE GROWING SEASONS, MONITORING AND MINIMAL MAINTENANCE WILL BE ONGOING. 2. HERBICIDES ARE TO BE APPLIED BY LICENSED INDIVIDUALS ONLY. 3. A TEMPORARY, AUTOMATED ABOVE-GROUND IRRIGATION SYSTEM WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THE FIRST TWO/THREE GROWING SEASONS WHILE NEW PLANTS ARE ESTABLISHING. ONCE PLANTS ARE ESTABLISHED IRRIGATION WILL BE REMOVED. 4. ALL RESTORATION PLANTINGS WILL INCORPORATE EXISTING NATIVE SPECIES UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED IN THE APPROVED DOCUMENTS. 5. ANY DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PLANTING SPECIFICATION AND THE PLAN, THE PLAN SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCE. 6. HAND-WEEDING AND SELECTIVE HERBICIDE TREATMENTS WILL BE AN ONGOING CONDITION, OVER THE LIFE OF THE ORDER, TO STOP REINTRODUCTION OF INVASIVE AND AGGRESSIVE PLANT SPECIES INTO THE PROJECT AREA. 7. ALL EXPOSED SOILS WILL BE SEEDED WITH NATIVE CAPE COD MEADOW MIX UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED 8. FOR SPECIFIC LAND MANAGEMENT NOTES, TIMELINE, AND ARCHEOLOGICAL INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO THE ACCOMPANYING LAND MANAGEMENT PLAN BY WILKINSON ECOLOGICAL DESIGN. 9. THE ACEC (EL. 9 NAVD88) (EL. 10 NGVD29) SHOWN HEREON IS BASED ON A LOCALIZED CONVERSION FROM GPS OBSERVATIONS TAKEN ON PUBLISHED NGVD29 BENCHMARKS AND REFERENCING SAID BENCHMARKS TO THE NAVD88 DATUM. THE LOCAL CONVERSION BETWEEN NGVD29 TO NAVD88 IS -1.1' +/- NATIVE SPECIES FOR SHRUBLAND MANAGEMENT AREA qty common name scientific name size 7 Pitch Pine Pinus rigida 1.5" 3 Serviceberry Amelanchier canadensis 1.5" 2 Black Cherry Prunus serotina 1.5" 7 Arrowwood Viburnum dentatum #3 - #5 10 Carolina Rose Rosa carolina #1 - #3 7 Black Chokeberry Aronia melanocarpa #3 - #5 5 Sweet Pepperbush Clethra alnifolia #3 - #5 3 Bayberry Morella pensylvanica #3 - #5 PLANT SPECIFICATIONS 300 SUPPLEMENTAL NATIVE HERBACEOUS SPECIES FOR WET MEADOW & MITIGATION AREAS common name scientific name size NATIVE SEED MIX FOR ALL RESTORATION AREAS AS NEEDED common name scientific name Broom Sedge Andropogon virginicus Creeping Red Fescue Festuca rubra Fox Sedge Carex vulpinoidea Little Bluestem Schizachyrium scoparium Purple Lovegrass Eragrostis spectabilis Upland Bentgrass Agrostis perennans Early Goldenrod Solidago juncea plug - #1 Eastern Showy Aster Eurybia spectabilis plug - #1 Tall White Beardtongue Penstemon digitalis plug - #1 Butterfly Weed Asclepias tuberosa plug - #1 Litte Joe-Pye Weed Eupatorium dubium plug - #1 Swamp Milkweed Asclepis incarnata plug - #1 Black Eyed Susan Rudbeckia hirta plug - #1 New England Aster Aster novae-angliae plug - #1 LOWEST LIMBS OF TREE TO BE LIFTED TO MAINTAIN VIEW UNDER THE CANOPY 6' X 8' APPROX SEASONAL, INFORMAL SEATING AREA TO BE MAINTAINED BY MOWING AS NEEDED. NO STRUCTURE PROPOSED, ONLY ADIRONDACK CHAIR OR EQUIVALENT TO BE PLACED SEASONALLY LOWEST LIMBS OF TREE TO BE LIFTED TO MAINTAIN VIEW UNDER THE CANOPY APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF WOODLAND EDGE APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF WOODLAND EDGE PROPOSED 4'-WIDE FOOTPATH TO BE DEMARCATED BY STONE BOUNDS, SMALL BOULDER OR THE EQUIVALENT & MAINTAINED BY MOWING APPROX LOCATION OF HAZARDOUS PITCH PINE SNAG TO BE REMOVED 00 20'40' LOWEST LIMBS OF TREE TO BE LIFTED TO MAINTAIN VIEW UNDER THE CANOPY LOWEST LIMBS OF TREE TO BE LIFTED TO MAINTAIN VIEW UNDER THE CANOPY EDGE OF LAWN TO BE DEMARCATED BY STONE BOUNDS, SMALL BOULDERS OR EQUIVALENT EXISTING NATIVE SHRUB CLUSTERS TO REMAIN EXISTING MARITIME WOODLAND: ·Practice E.D.R.R. (Early Detection Rapid Response) by monitoring and removing all sporadic invasive plants from woodland as needed. ISOLATED VEGETATED WETLAND & MEADOW AREA: ·Invasive & aggressive vines to be removed ·All seedling trees to be removed ·Area to be supplementally plugged with native herbaceous species according to the plant specifications ·Woody species to be cut back twice per year in early spring and early fall to maintain dominant herbaceous plant community SHRUBLAND MANAGEMENT AREA: ·All invasive plants & aggressive vines to be removed ·Previously managed seedling trees to be removed ·Existing native shrub clusters to remain ·Existing and proposed shrubs within vista corridor to be maintained at 6'- 8' in height through regenerative pruning ·Occasional removal of seedling trees to take place SHRUBLAND: ·All invasive shrubs and vines to be removed ·All existing native shrubs to be retained ·Shrubs to be maintained at 6'-8' in height in vista corridor ·Shrubs outside of vista corridor allowed to naturalize without management ·If supplemental planting is required, species will be selected from the those listed in the Plant Specifications below LAND MANAGEMENT NOTES 4 ARROWWOOD 5 CAROLINA ROSE 7 BLACK CHOKEBERRY 5 CAROLINA ROSE 3 BAYBERRY 5 CLETHRA 3 ARROWWOOD PROPOSED STAIRWAY FROM SECOND STORY DECK TO GROUND. FOOTPRINT IS APPROXIMATE FOR PERMITTING PURPOSES ONLY. FINAL STAIRWAY TO BE DESIGNED & CONSTRUCTED BY OTHERS MITIGATION AREA FOR DECK STAIRWAY TO BECOME PART OF MEADOW PLANT COMMUNITY MITIGATION AREA TO BECOME PART OF MEADOW PLANT COMMUNITY ISOLATED VEGETATED WETLAND 216 MITCHELL PROPERTY LINE 21 6 M I T C H E L L P R O P E R T Y L I N E 21 6 M I T C H E L L P R O P E R T Y L I N E TO M I T C H E L L L A N E PARCEL ID 127-0038 TOWN OF BREWSTER PARCEL ID 127-0037 TOWN OF BREWSTER EX HOUSE #216 EX GARAGE #2 2 0 M I T C H E L L L A N E PROPOSED PROJECT AREA (11,100 +/- SF Field Located Oak Field Located Pitch Pine N Scale: 1"= 50' PROJECT LOCUS & RESOURCE AREAS1 00 50'100' #0 MITCHELL LANE - BREWSTER CONSERVATION TRUST PROPERTY 0 M I T C H E L L L A N E B R E W S T E R CO N S E R V A T I O N T R U S T P R O P E R T Y EXISTING PATHWAY TO BE REVEGETATED ACCORDING TO THE PLANT SPECIFICATIONS. PARCEL ID 127-0037 TOWN OF BREWSTER PARCEL ID 115-0051 TOWN OF BREWSTER #0 MITCHELL LANE - BREWSTER CONSERVATION TRUST 10 0 ' F R O M B V W 100' FROM OF BVW 10 0 ' F R O M M A R S H 50' FROM ISOLATED WETLAND EDGE OF ISOLATED WETLAND 100' FROM SALT MARSH 50' FROM BVW 50' FROM MARSH 100' FROM BVW 1 06/01/2023 ADDED OFF & ON PROPERTY RESOURCE AREAS & ADJUSTED PATHWAY #220 BORDERING VEGETATED WETLAND ( FROM MASS GIS) 2 06/14/2023 RETAIN NATIVE SHRUB'S EDGE OF MEADOW 2 3 3 3 06/28/2023 ADDED UNIT C11 & SPECIFIED 4' PATH WIDTH & NOTE ABOUT ACED DATUM 216 MITCHELL LANE BREWSTER, MA BARKHUFF 3 4 REVISION 4 10/04/2023 ADDED TREES TO BE PLANTED AS MITIGATION FOR LIMB REMOVAL ON EXISTING TREES 3 PITCH PINE AS MITIGATION FOR TREE LIMB PRUNING 1 PITCH PINE AS MITIGATION FOR TREE LIMB PRUNING 4 4 3 PITCH PINE AS MITIGATION FOR TREE LIMB PRUNING 3 SERVICEBERRY 2 BLACK CHERRY AS MITIGATION FOR TREE LIMB PRUNING 4 4 aka TREE #2 aka TREE #1 aka TREE #4 aka TREE #3 & #5 4 TREE #3 TREE #1TREE #2TREE #4TREE #5 TREE #1PROPOSED FOR REMOVAL PROPOSED FOR REMOVAL TREE #2 TREE #3 PROPOSED FOR REMOVAL TREE #4 TREE #5 PG. 7 PROPOSED FOR REMOVAL What is a Local Comprehensive Plan (LCP)? The Local Comprehensive Plan (LCP) is an important planning tool used to guide a community by addressing and balancing a diversity of needs including economic growth, protection of environmental resources, quality of life, and community character. How Does an LCP Work? The LCP is a vehicle for each town to define its vision for planning for future change and protecting shared resources on Cape Cod. The LCP offers direction to help guide a town’s land-use decisions, housing, and other policies over the next ten or more years. In addition to articulating a vision statement and establishing goals across many sectors, the LCP is a source of information about existing and expected conditions within the town that will change over time as the values and expectations of the community evolve. How Does the LCP Relate to Brewster’s Vision Plan? Brewster’s LCP is the next step in the town’s Vision Planning process. Comprised of local citizen volunteers, Brewster’s Vision Planning Committee (VPC) drafted the LCP utilizing the Brewster Vision Plan’s “Vision Statement” and “Building Blocks” as its foundation. It does not replace the Vision Plan; rather it develops that plan in greater detail. How Was Brewster’s LCP Created & How Has It Been Revised? The VPC utilized the town’s 2018 Vision Plan, Vision Statement, and Building Blocks as its cornerstones. As with the Vision Plan, the Draft LCP was developed over two+ years based upon extensive input from Brewster citizens, town committees, staff, and a broad range of organizations representing environmental interests, housing, local businesses, etc. In early 2022, the VPC prepared a “Next Steps” survey which solicited community input on the Draft LCP’s Action Plan and the full LCP, with over 2300 citizens – or 25% of residents -- participating. Based on voter direction from the 2022 Fall and 2023 Special Town Meetings, LCP text has been subsequently updated and simplified, and all text about pursuing a proposed boardwalk to Wing Island has been removed. Why is the LCP Important to Brewster Citizens? Preparing and updating an LCP helps ensure that Brewster responds to changing needs in a sustainable manner. It also serves as a guide and resource for elected officials, board members, and community residents for future decision-making. For example, the LCP “Action Plan” describes a range of issues Brewster residents have deemed vitally important such as expanding housing opportunities for young families, workers, and seniors; protecting our water supply; preserving the water quality of our ponds; preserving community character; fostering local small businesses; and mitigating and adapting to climate change. Where Can I Learn More and How Can I Help? All Brewster citizens are encouraged to learn more about the LCP. Stay tuned for community outreach opportunities in October and November and visit the town website at brewster-ma.gov/local-comprehensive-plan for more information. And most important, attend Town Meeting November 13 and have your voice heard on Brewster’s Local Comprehensive Plan! What Happens After Town Meeting Adopts the LCP? Once adopted, the LCP will be implemented through the Town’s standard capital budgeting and Select Board’s annual strategic planning processes. Residents will have ongoing opportunities for input and feedback on specific projects and initiatives, and the Select Board will report annually through various channels on LCP implementation progress. Brewster Local Comprehensive Plan FAQs Frequently Asked Questions For more info, visit: www.brewster-ma.gov/local -comprehensive-plan Prepared by the Brewster Vision Planning Committee | FALL 2023 Calling All Brewster Residents! Attend Town Meeting November 13 & Vote on Brewster’s LCP! Attention Brewster Voters! Attend November Town Meeting and Make Your Voices Heard on Brewster’s Local Comprehensive Plan Submitted by Brewster’s Vision Planning Committee, October 2023 You have an opportunity to consider and vote on Brewster’s Local Comprehensive Plan (LCP) at Town Meeting on November 13. What’s an LCP and why do we need one? The LCP is an important planning document for Brewster. It is a way for the community to prepare proactively for the future by balancing priorities and issues we care about as a community. The LCP defines those priority areas — such as community character, housing, economic growth, water supply, and climate change — as Building Blocks. Based on extensive citizen input and the Town’s 2018 Vision Plan, the LCP was crafted by a committee of resident volunteers. The Plan is not binding regulation. Rather it provides recommendations and guidance for decision-making by elected officials and Town management. These recommendations are included in the LCP Action Plan. The Action Plan is the heart of the LCP. Of the plan’s 90+ pages, the ten pages comprising the Action Plan are the most important for you to read as a voter! The Action Plan shows the range of issues Brewster citizens have deemed important to discuss and tackle in the coming decade and beyond. Potential strategies outlined in the Action Plan are not an exhaustive list of the ways the Town coul d advance LCP goals but rather citizen-based guidelines for decision-making. Adoption of the LCP is not the end but rather the continuation of conversation Town officials will have with residents about these recommended actions. It is important to note that any actions involving bylaw changes or appropriations will go to Town Meeting for your vote. The plan was presented to Town Meeting last November but returned to committee because of resident concerns regarding a proposed Wing Island boardwalk. Based on 2022 Fall Town Meeting and 2023 Special Town Meeting outcomes, all mentions of pursuing a proposed boardwalk have been removed from the plan. We have also updated the content and made it easier to read. The LCP, FAQ and related documents can be found on the Town website: www.brewster-ma.gov/local-comprehensive-plan Please send any questions to us at brewplan@brewster- ma.gov. And don’t forget to attend Town Meeting on November 13! Respectfully, Brewster Vision Planning Committee