Minutes of May 1, 2002
Site Walk Minutes - 8 Ledge Road
Called to order at 6:05pm
Planning Board Roll Call: Ross McLeod, Chairman, Wayne Morris, Vice Chairman, Roger Hohenberger, Selectman Member, Lisa Linowes, Regular Member, Russ Wilder, Regular Member
Conservation Commission Roll Call: James Finn, Chairman, Gerry Capron, Regular Member, Lisa Linowes, Regular Member, Dianna Fallon, Alternate Member
Other Attendees: Al Turner, Windham Planning & Development Dir,
Glenn Cairns, Applicant
Path Followed: The site walk was initiated at the edge of the land clearing. The attendees observed the location of flagged trees indicating edge of WWPD. The applicant stated that flagged trees will remain and that all disturbances will occur within the flagged area.
The attendees proceeded to the large wetland just past the applicant’s back property line, where it could observe proximity to the wetland and housing lots on the opposite side of the wetland. The walk proceeded to E-SE along the flagged area and back to the start.
Observations: The applicant stated that the purpose of filling the area was to dispose of earthen materials already excavated from the site. The applicant hopes to minimize the elevation increase so as to maximize the platform surface area. He also stated the property would not be stumped and that the stonewall in the disturbed area would be plowed over.
The attendees noted that the 25+-foot elevation increase would raise the land surface to the top of the tree line and that further stockpiling would add 10+ feet to that surface. The attendees discussed the impact on surrounding homeowners who now view only trees.
The applicant stated that the sequence of construction would be to 1) clear the trees, 2) install silt fencing, 3) construct the rock berm, 4) proceed to fill the land area.
The site walk ended at 6:47pm.
These minutes are in draft form and have not been reviewed or approved by the planning board.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa Linowes, Windham Planning Board
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PLANNING BOARD ROLL CALL:
Ross McLeod, Chairman - Present Wayne Morris, Vice Chairman - Present
Lee Maloney, Secretary - Excused Roger Hohenberger, Selectmen Member - Present
Walter Kolodziej, Regular Member - Excused Lisa Linowes, Regular Member - Present
Russ Wilder, Regular Member - Present Nancy Prendergast, Alternate - Excused
Alan Carpenter, Selectmen Alternate - Excused
Mr. McLeod opened the meeting at 7:35 pm.
MINUTES:
Mr. Wilder made a motion to approve the April 17 minutes. Seconded by Mr. Morris. Passed 5-0.
CORRESPONDENCE:
Mr. Morris reviewed the following correspondence:
Confidential legal letter from Attorney Tucker regarding Klemms. The Board discussed the Klemm site, legal outcome, and water for the site;
Letter from Herbert Associates withdrawing Lakeview Site Plan from the agenda;
Letter from Herbert Associates requesting to discuss Castle Reach;
Letter from Herbert Associates requesting to discuss Whispering Winds van;
Comments from Historic District Commission regarding Kiddie Academy. Mr. Turner will discuss a historic sign/marker for the site with the applicant. The Board discussed the Carr Hill cistern and barn;
Confidential legal letter from Attorney Campbell regarding Hadleigh Woods (not read aloud);
Letter from NH DOT regarding Dunkin Donuts;
Letter from Attorney Campbell regarding Smith vs. Windham;
Letters from 1) Steven Dirksen and 2) Deborah Starenas regarding becoming alternates;
Award of Merit received for the Route 28 Corridor Study by the Planning Board;
Proper Care and Maintenance of Your Septic System workshop flyer.
OLD BUSINESS:
The Board discussed workshop topics including member’s projects, signage, ordinances, and pool filtration.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Mr. Hohenberger made a motion to accept the withdrawal of the Lakeview Site Plan Public Hearing. Seconded by Mr. Morris. Passed 5-0.
Castle Reach Subdivision - Public Discussion
Morrison and Jenny’s Hill Road
Mr. Turner discussed recreation field needs for this neighborhood and fixing soggy portion of Mockingbird Hill Road.
Mr. Peter Zohdi, Herbert Associates, discussed improving the section of Mockingbird Hill Road and working with Mr. Turner on this. No public comment. Mr. Zohdi then discussed giving a donation towards Griffin Park to help finish that project. The Board discussed CIP in regards to Griffin Park, future use of the open space land, trails, recreation allowed in open space areas, current fields, and building the field before the homes.
Public comment began with Mr. Tom Case stated a lot of homes will be built in the area and the field should be a sufficient, people don’t want a field in their neighborhood, and it is important to plan ahead for the future.
Mr. Eric Nickerson stated his concern of satellite field maintenance, get input from the Recreation Committee, and completing Griffin Park.
The Board discussed town-wide recreation plan, maintaining fields, and trails.
Attorney Bill Mason stated Griffin Park incomplete, under utilized fields, and have the open space covenants to include passive recreation.
The Board discussed passive recreation facilities, joint meeting with Recreation Committee on May 8, location of open space, and exits to Morrison Road.
Mr. Nickerson stated they are out of compliance with the Whispering Winds van and are addressing it.
The Board discussed workshop topics, Union Leader Route 93 article, and land lists for DOT.
Mr. Hohenberger made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Morris. Passed 5-0. Meeting adjourned at 9:10 pm.
These minutes are in draft form and have not been submitted for approval.
Respectfully submitted, Nancy Charland
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