HomeMy Public PortalAboutPlanning Board -- 2009-06-10 MinutesHush: The plan does not specifically address seasonal usage. It is more focused on year round. A
discussion around the need for seasonal housing occurred.
Kuzman: Noted that he was impressed with the plan. His concern was that there seemed to many
entities involved (i.e. Housing Partnership, Affordable Housing). He felt it was important for a person too
be spearheading the plan.
Hush: That is why we have a Town Planner.
Taylor: Supported the Plan.
McMullen: Opened to the Public
Johnson, Peter: Wanted to know if the Town Planner supported the plan?
Leven: Felt this was a good starting point.
McMullen: No further comments were made.
Pierce: Wanted to know how you prioritize all the strategies?
Hush: The Town Planner will help with the prioritization.
Pierce: Motioned to support the Plan. Seconded by Taylor. All Aye.
PUBLIC HEARING for Approval not Required (ANR#2009-10). Applicant: Joanne Whelley, Owner:
Newton Family Real Estate Trust- Property located at 21 Cross Street, Assessors' Map 7; Parcel 83 & 84.
Proposal is to combine lots 22 & 23 off Cross Street in Brewster. The removal of the interior common lot line
will allow the owner to site a garage on the property.
Present: Matt Fowler of J.M. O'Reilly
Fowler: Provided an overview of the application and the Plan.
McMullen: Opened to the Board - no concerns.
Bugle: Motioned to endorse the plan. Seconded by Taylor. All Aye
ROLL CALL VOTE
John McMullen Aye Robert Bugle Aye
Elizabeth Taylor Aye Marjorie Pierce Aye
Amber Tubman Aye Robert Barnard Aye
Richard Kuzman Aye
REVIEW DRAFT DECISION for- Special Permit #2009-08. Applicant/Owner: Jeffrey M. Drown; Property
Located at 3668 Main Street, Assessors' Map 29; Parcel 12. Proposal to erect a temporary 50' x 20' tent over
existing approved seating.
A brief discussion regarding the decision occurred. Ms Tubman noted that she had not heard the application at the
last meeting and she would abstain from the vote.
Pierce: Motioned to approve the Decision. Seconded by Taylor. VOTE: 5-0-1
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REVIEW DRAFT DECISION for- Special Permit #2009-09. Applicant: John Tsiareas; Owner: John McMullen;
Property Located at 2655 Main Street, Assessors' Map 15; Parcel 107. Proposal to expand bar/lounge and pick up
for food.
John McMullen recussed himself from this discussion and Vice Chairman Robert Bugle took over.
A brief discussion regarding the decision occurred. Ms Tubman noted that she had not heard the application at the
last meeting and she would abstain from the vote.
Pierce: Motioned to approve the Decision. Seconded by Taylor. Vote: 4-0-2
Upon completion of this hearing, Mr. McMullen came back to the table and continued chairing the meeting.
Other Business:
1. Review Minutes of April 8, 2009 Planning Board Meeting
A brief discussion occurred and a few changes were made.
Bugle: Motioned to approve the minutes as modified. Seconded by Pierce. All Aye.
2. Letter from the Building Commissioner regarding the Countryside Antiques -parking issue.
A brief discussion occurred. Ms. Tubman noted that bumpers had recently been installed and appears to have
addressed the backing out issue. McMullen suggested the Board write a letter to Mr. Mize asking him to instruct
customers not to back out on to 6A. The Board will give Mr. Mize 30 days to see if the "bumpers" are effective
otherwise they would like to see him come before the board.
3. Email from Kyle Parker, owner of EI Guapo's concerned with the current operation of the Breakwater Fish
Market. Specifically, Mr. Parker is concerned with the number of outdoor seats and the parking capacity.
A brief discussion occurred it was determined that Planning Board had issued a decision allowing outdoor seating.
If a license is required for serving food then the Market would need to address with the Board of Selectmen.
4. A discussion revolved around roads; what the process was for Scenic Roads and if road ways fell under the
Corridor Overlay Protection Bylaw. Ms. Pierce felt roads fell under the Planning Boards review and the Town
would need to complete either a scenic road application or the COPD application. Mr. McMullen noted that the
Planning Board was an elected Board that is responsible to the Town and not necessarily to the Board of
Selectmen -meaning the Selectmen should not dictate what the Board hears. If it is a zoning question then it
should come before the Board. Ms. Taylor felt the process was outlined under the COPD bylaw and the SPGA is
the Planning Board. Mr. Bugle reiterated Ms. Taylor's opinion and noted that all roads touch the major feeder
roads and therefore fall under the COPD. "179.64 Purpose ....The adoption of standards for transportation,
access, parking, landscaping and appearance is necessary to ensure that future development will not degrade the
existing character of the town's roadways and will maintain or enhance the ability of the corridors to serve as
cultural assets for the residents and visitors of the Town of Brewster." Mr. Johnson an attendee to the meeting
noted that there appeared to be some confusion. Ms. Taylor agreed and recommended obtaining some
clarification. Ms. Leven offered to modify the bylaw to accommodate what the Board requested.
5. Town Planner sitting at the table. Ms. Taylor mentioned that other committees allowed their administrators to
sit up with the Board and wanted to recommend that accommodation for Ms. Leven. Mr. McMullen had no strong
feelings but liked Ms. Leven sitting in the audience it was easier to recognize her. Mr. Johnson stated it was a
standard with other committees and thought it was a good idea. No one seemed to object so Ms. Taylor
suggested they give it a try for a while to see how it works.
6. Start time of meetings: A discussion regarding the 6 pm start time occurred. It was agreed to start future
meetings at 6:30 with the other business portion of the meeting and then Public Hearings could begin at 7pm.
7. Resignation of Chair -Regretfully, Mr. McMullen resigned as Chair. He noted that for personal reasons he
would not be up to the responsibility of this position. Pierce motioned to accept Mr. McMullen's resignation.
Seconded by Barnard. All Aye.
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8. Reorganization of the Board:
Pierce motioned to nominate Robert Bugle as the chairman. Seconded by Kuzman. A brief discussion occurred.
Mr. Barnard wanted to make sure that Mr. Bugle would keep his personal relationships aside and maintain his
independence. Mr. Bugle stated that he has not always been on the Board of Selectman's side and has and will
continue to operate independently. VOTE: All Aye
Bugle motioned to nominate John McMullen as Vice Chairmen. Seconded by Barnard. VOTE: All Aye.
McMullen: Motioned to adjourn. Seconded by Pierce. All Aye.
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie P erce/Clerk
Ja ne ci/Administra ive C erk
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