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Home My Public Portal About2021-05-11 CVS Entrance - Mt. Auburn Subject I Re: CVS, 655 Mt.Auburn St. From Kounelis,Angeline To Driscoll,Michael; Pronovost, Marilyn Cc I Town Councilors;Tracy,Tom; DPW, Mark R.Reich Sent I Wednesday,May 12,2021 7:55 AM Attachments See three attachments below Dear Mr. Driscoll: As followup to my request for information, and for inclusion in the minutes of the 05/11/2021 Town Council meeting; the stamped 01/21/2015 Control Documents for the CVS development at: 631-653-655 Mt. Auburn St. and 268 Arlington St. are herein linked. Also linked is the Final Decision of the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA), recorded by the Town Clerk on 02/11/2015. According to Condition #2 of the ZBA Final Decision: "...only minor modifications can be considered by the DCDP Director...". My initial observation of the deteriorating conditions, was brought to your attention seven months ago. Since then, I have engaged in verbal conversations with Mr. Steve Magoon. Mr. Magoon can speak for himself as for his long-term plan suggestion. Over the course of six months, the then proposed development was vetted by the Town's Boards and Commissions. One issue of concern was: "turning movements into and out of the site". As stated in my 10/03/2020 communication: 'Tn my opinion, the configuration of the Arlington St, vehicular entrance, does not allow for an adequate turning radius;especially for trucks." htti)s://www.watertown-ma.aov/DocumentCenter/View/16227/Control-Docs-01-21-15 htti)s://www.watertown-ma.ciov/DocumentCenter/View/16869/631-Mt-Auburn-St---FINAL-Decision I will await further updates for resolution of the situation created by vehicles jumping over the curbing to gain access to the site. Thank you. Best, Angie Angeline Maria B. Kounelis District A, East End, Town Councilor The City Known as the Town of Watertown 617-926-2352 All electronic mail to and from this City address should be considered subject to Massachusetts Public Records Laws. Thank you From: Kounelis, Angeline Sent:Thursday, May 6, 2021 4:38 PM To: Driscoll, Michael Cc: Magoon, Steve; DPW; Ramdin, Larry;Town Councilors Subject: Re: CVS, 655 Mt. Auburn St. Hello Mr. Driscoll, The attached photographs, depicting the Arlington St. entrance to the CVS property, were previously submitted on 10/03/2020. Without intervention, the deteriorating conditions will not rectify themselves. In my opinion, waiting for the Mount Auburn Street Project, presently projected for FY 2023, is not a viable option. When the Team as the opportunity; please advise with a solution for the adverse situation. Thank you. Best, Angie Angeline Maria B. Kounelis District A, East End, Town Councilor The City Known as the Town of Watertown 617-926-2352 All electronic mail to and from this City address should be considered subject to Massachusetts Public Records Laws. Thank you From: Kounelis, Angeline Sent: Saturday, October 3, 2020 3:10 PM To: Driscoll, Michael Cc: Magoon, Steven; Shuman, Matthew; Town Councilors Subject: CVS, 655 Mt.Auburn St. Hello Mr. Driscoll, Attached is a photograph depicting the Arlington St. vehicular entrance, taken on 10/03/2020 at 1:52 P.M., of the CVS property at 655 Mt. Auburn St. Please note the accumulation of stagnant water in the motor vehicle tire depressions. The situation has been created by vehicles jumping the curb, in order to maneuver the close-cut turn. The second photograph speaks for itself regarding the need for maintenance. In my opinion, the configuration of the Arlington St. vehicular entrance, does not allow for an adequate turning radius; especially for trucks. When the Team has the opportunity, please advise how this unfortunate situation can be resolved. Thank you. Best, Angie Angeline B. Kounelis District A, East End, Town Councilor The City Known as the Town of Watertown 617-926-2352 All electronic mail to and from this City address should be considered subject to Massachusetts Public Records Laws. Thank you From: Driscoll.Michael To: Osmond.Marsha;Hand.JoAnna Cc: Maaoon.Steve;Comm Dev&Develooe;St.Louis.Greoorv;Shuman.Matthew; Duffv.Kevin; Ramdin.Larry Subject: CVS,655 Mt.Auburn St. Date: Tuesday,May 11,2021 11:52:53 AM Please include in today's Misc Items to Council. From: Magoon, Steve Sent:Tuesday, May 11, 2021 11:48 AM To: St. Louis, Gregory<gstlouis@watertown-ma.gov>; Driscoll, Michael <mdriscoll@watertown- ma.gov> Cc: Ramdin, Larry<Iramdin@watertown-ma.gov>; Shuman, Matthew<mshuman@watertown- ma.gov>; Duffy, Kevin <kduffy@watertown-ma.gov>; Mena, Michael <mmena@watertown-ma.gov> Subject: RE: CVS, 655 Mt. Auburn St. Mike Mena has contacted the property owner to discuss addressing the existing depression immediately. I will be sure to follow up once action is taken. Thanks Steve Magoon Assistant Town Manager, Director, Community Development and Planning Administration Building 149 Main Street Watertown, MA 02472 Office 617 972-6417 Cell 617 987-1136 From: St. Louis, Gregory<gstlouis(@watertown-ma.gov> Sent: Monday, May 10, 20214:02 PM To: Driscoll, Michael <mdriscoll(@watertown-ma.gov> Cc: Magoon, Steve<smaeoon(@watertown-ma.gov>; Ramdin, Larry<Iramdin(@watertown-ma.gov>; Shuman, Matthew<mshuman(@watertown-ma.gov>; Duffy, Kevin <kduffv(@watertown-ma.Liov> Subject: RE: CVS, 655 Mt. Auburn St. Sir, While the issue at the curb cut does NOT appear to be in the right of way,this is likely best handled by CVS's landscaper to place either additional mulch here as needed when other activities are performed. Additionally, if there is a broken sprinkler head as the photo implies, it would be worth CVS addressing. Further, the plastic bollards SHOULD be removed from the mountable curbing that was installed (likely for larger truck movements) Alternatively, CVS could place crushed stone or concrete, but neither will correct wayward driving. G reg Gregory M. St. Louis, PE, LEED AP BD+C Superintendent of Public Works 124 Orchard Street Watertown, MA 02472 Estlouis(@watertown-ma.Lyov 0: 617.972.6420 ext.13117 Wo From: Kounelis, Angeline <akounelis(@watertown-ma.eov> Sent:Thursday, May 6, 2021 4:38 PM To: Driscoll, Michael <mdriscoll(@watertown-ma.Lyov> Cc: Magoon, Steve<smaeoon(@watertown-ma.eov>; DPW<DPW2(@watertown-ma.eov>; Ramdin, Larry<lramdin(@watertown-ma.eov>; Town Councilors<TownCouncilors(@watertown-ma.gov> Subject: Re: CVS, 655 Mt. Auburn St. Hello Mr. Driscoll, The attached photographs, depicting the Arlington St. entrance to the CVS property, were previously submitted on 10/03/2020. Without intervention, the deteriorating conditions will not rectify themselves. In my opinion, waiting for the Mount Auburn Street Project, presently projected for FY 2023, is not a viable option. When the Team as the opportunity; please advise with a solution for the adverse situation. Thank you. Best, Angie Angeline Maria B. Kounelis District A, East End, Town Councilor The City Known as the Town of Watertown 617-926-2352 All electronic mail to and from this City address should be considered subject to Massachusetts Public Records Laws. Thank you From: Kounelis, Angeline Sent: Saturday, October 3, 2020 3:10 PM To: Driscoll, Michael Cc: Magoon, Steven; Shuman, Matthew; Town Councilors Subject: CVS, 655 Mt. Auburn St. Hello Mr. Driscoll, Attached is a photograph depicting the Arlington St. vehicular entrance, taken on 10/03/2020 at 1:52 P.M., of the CVS property at 655 Mt. Auburn St. Please note the accumulation of stagnant water in the motor vehicle tire depressions. The situation has been created by vehicles jumping the curb, in order to maneuver the close-cut turn. The second photograph speaks for itself regarding the need for maintenance. In my opinion, the configuration of the Arlington St. vehicular entrance, does not allow for an adequate turning radius; especially for trucks. When the Team has the opportunity, please advise how this unfortunate situation can be resolved. Thank you. Best, Angie Angeline B. Kounelis District A, East End, Town Councilor The City Known as the Town of Watertown 617-926-2352 All electronic mail to and from this City address should be considered subject to Massachusetts Public Records Laws. Thank you From: Driscoll.Michael To: Osmond.Marsha;Hand,JoAnna Cc: Maaoon.Steve;Comm Dev&Develooe;St.Louis.Greoorv;Shuman.Matthew; Duffv.Kevin; Ramdin.Larry Subject: CVS Watertown 655 Mount Auburn Road Date: Tuesday,May 11,2021 3:43:44 PM Attachments: RE CVS,655 Mt.Auburn St..odf Please include in today's Misc Items to Council along with the previously forwarded item related to CVS. From: Magoon, Steve Sent:Tuesday, May 11, 2021 2:16 PM To: Driscoll, Michael <mdriscoll@watertown-ma.gov> Cc: Mena, Michael <mmena@watertown-ma.gov>; St. Louis, Gregory<gstlouis@watertown- ma.gov>; Shuman, Matthew<mshu man @watertown-ma.gov>; Wiener, Laura <Iwiener@watertown-ma.gov> Subject: FW: CVS Watertown 655 Mount Auburn Road Mr. Manager, further update regarding the CVS in Coolidge Square. I will forward any updates when received. Thanks From: Mena, Michael <mmena(a�watertown-ma.gov> Sent:Tuesday, May 11, 2021 1:30 PM To: Magoon, Steve<smaPoon(@watertown-ma.gov> Subject: FW: CVS Watertown 655 Mount Auburn Road I spoke with the owner's representative who is looking into the matter now. See email below. I will update you more once I hear back on his plan and estimated time of completion. Thank you. Mike Mena Zoning and Code Enforcement Town of Watertown MA mmena(@watertown-ma.lzov 617-972-6427 From: Mena, Michael Sent:Tuesday, May 11, 2021 1:07 PM To: 'Ron R. Goldie' <ron(@roneoldie.com> Cc: MatthewJ. Mahan <MMahan(a)elkinskalt.com> Subject: RE: CVS Watertown 655 Mount Auburn Road Good day, Thank you for your quick attention to this matter. See the email chain attached. Thank you in advance. Mike Mena Zoning and Code Enforcement Town of Watertown MA mmena(@watertown-ma.2ov 617-972-6427 From: Ron R. Goldie<ron(@ronLYoldie.com> Sent:Tuesday, May 11, 2021 12:39 PM To: Mena, Michael <mmena(@watertown-ma.2ov> Cc: MatthewJ. Mahan <M Mahan(@elkinskalt.com> Subject: CVS Watertown 655 Mount Auburn Road Mike: Thanks for taking the time to speak to me this morning to try to bring me up to speed on the issues of the Arlington side driveway. I am looking to have the lease and other documents we have looked at so we can figure out the things we will need to do. Please can you forward any of the material or emails you mentioned during our call so we can be better brought up to speed. Thank you. Ron Ron R. Goldie Attorney at Law 916 S. 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