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Home My Public Portal AboutHistoric District Committee -- 2023-01-09 Minutes'AEwaT TOWN OF BREWSTER r OLD KINGS HIGHWAY REGIONAL DISTRICT HISTORIC DISTRICT F , 2198 MAIN STREET BREWSTER MA 02631 Minutes of Public Hearing Monday, January 9th, 2023 PHONE: (508) 896-3701 EXT 1125 EMAIL: HDCMEETINGesREMWXAzMA&W bF The Brewster Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee, acting under the Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 470, Acts of 1973 as amended, came to order at 7:00 pm virtually being recorded at the Brewster Town Hall. Committee members present were Tom Turcketta (Chairperson), George Carey, Carol Appleton, Steven Bergquist and Patricia Bausch. Jim Trabulsie was absent. SCHEDULED APPLICATIONS H-22-228 Steven and Jeanne Erickson, 37 Allen Drive, Map 84 Lot 69 Solar • Nobody was present at the meeting to discuss the application • Committee members had no issues with what was presented • Carol motioned to approve as presented, Steven Seconded the motion • All present members approved as presented H-22-229 Michael and Lauren Wall, 315 AP Newcomb Rd, Map 24 Lot 22 Shed • Jamie McGrath from Pine Harbor, represented homeowners at the meeting • Carol motioned to approve as presented, with the note that if the set back is 25 feet instead of 21 feet, they would comply • Pat seconded • All present members voted to approve as presented H-22-231 Ileana Chandler, 38 The Tides Court, Map 58 Lot 51 Solar • Conrad with Cotuit Solar, represented homeowners at the meeting • Did not qualify under Exemption due to grey shingle color on the roof rather than black • Members stated that vegetation blocks the panels from being visible from the public way. • Pat motioned to approve as presented, George seconded the motion • All present members voted to approve H-22-230 Kathy Weatherby, 220 Long Pond Rd, Map 66 Lot 113 Solar • Diane, My Generation Energy, represented homeowners at the meeting • Add on 9 Solar panels on top of barn facing away from 137 • Carol presented a motion to postpone due to a non-compliance question on a previous application (barn) 1 gVLEw$> TOWN OF BREWSTER 4 �uneR� 9 4' ; 0i OLD KINGS HIGHWAY REGIONAL DISTRICT PHONE: (508) 896-3701 EXT 1125 HISTORIC DISTRICT 2198 MAIN STREET EMAIL:— _: =-TINGOBREV BREWSTER MA 02631 • This application is being continued to the February 6th, 2023 meeting • All voted to continue H-22-232 Walter Fyler, 236 Old Long Pond Rd, Map 93 Lot 22 Addition • Walter Fyler, homeowner represented himself • Steven motioned to approve as presented • Carol seconded • All members voted in favor INFORMAL DISCUSSION 724 Long Pond Rd • Carol and Tom recused themselves • Susan Ladue and Bill Marsh requested an informal discussion on removing porch, rotate home and dismantle barn • A site visit will be scheduled once an application has been submitted Other Business Next Meeting • February 6th, 2023 Adjournment • George Carey made a motion to adjourn and Carol Appleton seconded the motion • All in favor to adjourn 2 E�°ER 9 F9 Town of Brewster '= 2198 Main Street 3 a y = Brewster, MA 02631-1898 _ ` Phone: (508) 896-3701 r'= www.brewster-ma.gov N MINUTES OF THE POND PROPERTY PLANNING COMMITTEE DATE: December 7, 2022 TIME: 4:00pm PLACE: Remote Participation OfficeQf: Select Board Town Manager Vii;- n ; RREW TFP TORY %LEKFf PARTICIPANTS: Chair Doug Wilcock, Kari Hoffmann, Elizabeth Taylor, Jan Crocker, Steve Ferris, Cynthia Baran, Chris Williams, Donna Kalinick, Cindy Bingham, Katie Gregoire, Mike Gradone, Melissa Lowe, Hal Minis, Mark Robinson (Brewster Conservation Trust), Reed Hilderbrand Representatives: Elizabeth Randall, Madeleine Aronson Paul Ruchinskas joined the meeting at 4:38pm i Call to Order, Declaration of a Quorum, Meeting Participation Statement, and Recording Statement Chair Wilcock called the meeting to order at 4:00pm, a quorum was declared, and each member present was announced. Chair Wilcock read the meeting and recording statements. Public Announcements and Comment None is Reed Hilderbrand Consulting Team Update, Forum Discussion and Short Visioning Exercise Elizabeth Randall noted that the team is wrapping up their site analysis and has begun drawings of their observations including,inatural features, hydrological features, landform, access, circulation and vegetation. An ecological report is also in progress. Along with brainstorming about use, programming and activity for short term, long term and future will become part of the deliverable to be shared at the end of the discovery phase. This will then bewsed as the basis to begin conversations and engagement with the greater community. The first workshop will be likely in early April The interactive tool, Miro Board was reviewed, this is a web -based program that allows users to post and share material. The stickers and comments on the board were reviewed which included: • Access to the parcel • Appropriately scaled Housing, Housing in Zone II, Community Housing • Protection for Water drinking supply • Wetlands • Walking/Hiking Trails (hook into the Long Pond Woodlands) • Balance between public enjoyment and the natural environment • Topography • Designated parking areas for programing/access • ADA Accessibility Ms. Randall thanked the committee for their time and looks forward to their next meeting. Reed Hilderbrand representatives left the meeting. PPPC 1.04.23 r www.brewster-ma.gov Page 1 of 3 EW 0 A. 01 PC a POR 50,6 ". IQ, I I Video a. Third Cut Town of Brewster 2198 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631-1898 Phone: (508) 896-3701 www.brewster-ma.gov Office of: Select Board Town Manager Member Gregoire is continuing to work on the script and the video based on' -feedback from the committee. The committee discussed on how to communicate that there is no public access to the parcel at this time and if to include access points in the video. The plan is to present the next cut of the video at the next meeting. b. Distribution of video it was discussed that the video should be released just ahead of the community engagement. Short Term Uses of Property a. Wayside signs progress repo Member Williams shared that at the Bay Property Planning Committee (BPPC,) meeting where he presented a way�sicle sign to be located at the Bay property it was ultimately yoted down. He shared those comments from the BPPC included- • Since everything is in flux, should look at it as a short-term temporary display or a long-term permanent display. • Doesn't feel that the location is a high foot traffic area, other locations in Town may be better. • Traveling exhibit was suggested • information should be on the website as well • Expressed concerns for temporary exhibits, parking, and access Members took turns sharing their thoughts on the wayside signs and the future of this project, noting that it is important to think about what kind of public engagement will be held and use the exhibits as a driver for those. As the BPPC and other Town Departments are holding co m�munity events, maybe a traveling exhibit can be included at these events. The committee would like to work with Reed Hilderbrand on how these can tie into the community outreach and plan ning"process. The committee agreed they need to have a communication strategy, what is trying to be communicated to whom 4 and when. b. Spring canoe and kayak trips to property progress repo Mike Gradone shared that the route has been decided, which will be from the Brewster landing then along the coast. The tentative date is Saturday June 3, 2023 with a rain date on Sunday June 4, 2023, two trips will be offered, 10am and 2pm. Since this is not a short paddle, the consensus is to allow 10 adults per trip (must be 14 year of age), adults should have some experience. The recreation department will complete registrations. There was some discussion regarding liability. c. Recreation Department Spring programs update Mike Gradone noted that he has a meeting set up with Mass Audubon regarding the April vacation educational camp, the plan would be to visit the Pond property one day and the Bay property another. PPPC 1.04.23 www.brewster-ma.gov Page 2 of 3 *I F -'V Town of Brewster Offace of: Select Board 2198 Main Street Town Manager Brewster, MA 02631-1898 0 CO Phone: (508) 896-3701 www.brewster-ma.gov d. Discussion about possible iguided walks A working group was formed to work on this item, the group consists of Jan Crocker, Doug Wilcock, Cynthia Baran and Hal Minis, with Mike Graclone and Melissa Lowe as liaisons. Future PermittinA Considerations Reed Hilderbrand's enviionmental consultant will complete the work for a map of the wetlands and GP5 delineation on both pro perties, this will be part of the delivery of discovery. Committees would need to apply for any permits for changes or site improvements. FYIs Member Baran referenced a tool called Mass Mapper Interactive map available on the mass.gov website. An easy-to-use tool that adds GIS layers. Starting on March 1, 2023, meetings will be in person. Chair Wilcock will start to prepare information for the Town report, a draft will be shared at an upcoming meeting. Approval of Minutes frbrn December 7, 2022 Member Ferris moved tb approve the minutes for December 7, 2022. Member Bingham second. A roll call vote was taken. Member Bingham -yes, Member Hoffmann -yes, Member Taylor- yes, Member Ruchinskas - yes, Member Baran -yes., Member Williams -yes, Member Crocker -yes, Member Ferris -yes, Member Gregoire - yes, Chair Wilcock -yes. The vote was 10 -Yes, O -No. Matters Not Reasonabl� Anticipated by the Chair None Next Meetings February 1, 2023, at 4:00pm Adiournment Member Baran moved to adjourn at 5:59pm. Member Ferris second. A roll call vote was taken. Member Bingham -yes, Member Hoffmann -yes, Member Ruchinskas - yes, Member Baran -yes, Member Williams -yes, Member Crocker -yes, Member Ferris -yes, Member Gregoire -yes, Chair Wilcock -yes. The vote was 9 -Yes, 0 - No. Respectfully submitted'by Erika Mawn, Executive Assistant to Town Administration it Approved on: Februa[yl 2023 Accompanying Documents in the Public Packet: Agenda, Reed Hilderbrand documents, draft of video script, draft of wayside signs, kayak/canoe trip informationl"draft minutes I . . PPPC 1.04.23 www.brewster-ma.gov Page 3 of 3