MMVA Minutes ~ September 6, 2005

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" height=45 BGCOLOR="#0099FF" TEXT="#F7F7FF"> <div> <I>MMVA Minutes ~ September 6, 2005</I></div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" height=415 BGCOLOR="#0099FF" TEXT="#F7F7FF"> <div> <I>Minutes Of The Monthly Meeting Of The</I></div> <div> <I>Marstons Mills Village Association</I></div> <div>      ____________________________________________________________</div> <div> Secretary: Ann Trout</div> <bR> <div> <B>Board Of Directors</B></div> <div> <B>Present:</B> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >Directors: Al Baker, David Curtis, Linda Edson, Craig Larson, Debbie Lavoie, Donna Lawson, Bill McIntyre, Ann Trout, and Robert Trout.</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Absent</B>: <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >Brian Lobdell, and Peter Lavigne</FONT>.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Guests</B></div> <div> Emory and Geri Anderson,<B> </B>Christine Burgio,<B> </B>Leah Curtis, Margaret Haggerty, Barbara Hill, Jim Hines, Sally Mendes, Charlie Rogers, and Rick Wheeler.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Call To Order And Welcoming Remarks</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The President called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. </div> <bR> <div> <B>Minutes Of Last Meeting</B></div> <div> Were accepted with various date updates.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Treasurer's Report</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Was accepted with the Road Race to appear in the future as a subcategory of Village Day<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#111111" FACE="Arial" >.</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>Correspondence</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">None.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Public Comment</B></div> <div> None.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Town Council Report</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Deferred until the next meeting</div> <bR> <div> <B>Old Business And Announcements</B></div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Al Baker reminded the meeting that both Leah and Janice are running (unopposed) for re-election this fall, and that,</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">All MMVA officers were re-elected unanimously for this year.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Invited Speaker/Public Forum</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Charlie Rogers spoke informally to the group re his hopes for development of his 19 acres north of the White Hen area.. He noted he is a native of the Mills area and has owned this parcel for some time.  He tried once before to change the zoning to a more commercial status.  He envisions the area as a home for businesses in the building trades.  He is asking for only minimal changes to the road access - one new driveway - and plans a 60' setback for any new construction.  New businesses buildings would be small, and little new traffic would be anticipated.  No new businesses would front on existing roads.</div> <bR> <div> Craig Larson noted that the Local Comprehensive Plan committee has met over this area, and they feel that a business rezoning would fit into the Village plans to create a “Village Center” type central zoning to solidify the commercial zoning in the area of the Village proper.  And, along with this, the area near the post office is recommended to change from commercial to residential.</div> <bR> <div> Sally Mendes spoke for the residents adjoining the Roger's land.  She noted that the present residential development has more than a hundred homes and only has two outlets.  Residents are very concerned that traffic not increase, as they already have trouble with the limited egress. They plan on submitting a counter proposal to the type of business zoning proposed by Mr. Rogers.  They would like to make it more restrictive to allow less traffic.</div> <bR> <div> Leah Curtis also concurred that the zoning options should look carefully at the impact different types of development will have on the traffic patterns of the area. </div> <bR> <div> Charlie Rogers noted that Randy Hyatt will be looking at the traffic impact of development.  He is the engineer who studied the traffic patterns for the Marstons Mills Stop and Shop.  Mr. Rogers is happy to meet with anyone to discuss their concerns. </div> <bR> <div> Craig noted that he is aware of some concern re the placement of the new road.  Residents would like it not to be at Concord Road, and this would complicate traffic concerns in this area.</div> <bR> <div> Donna Lawson clarified that we are anticipating about a dozen new businesses going in. </div> <bR> <div> Bill McIntyre concurs with the need for new bases for business, and suggests a roundabout for the intersection. </div> <bR> <div> Al Baker commented that historically it has been difficult to enforce zoning based on variances to residential zoning, and he supports a restrictive business zoning for the area. </div> <bR> <div> Craig noted that allowing a mixture of higher traffic businesses might make the aesthetics of the development better and could be a compromise to consider. </div> <bR> <div> Bill wondered if it would be an option to fold the question of Mr. Roger's zoning into a larger uniform village zoning area.  Craig feels making the rezoning too big would make it politically difficult to achieve. </div> <bR> <div> Mr. Rogers will be giving a formal presentation on his proposed development at the next MMVA monthly meeting.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Subcommittee Reports</B></div> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Burgess House:</B> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >There will be a meeting with Mr. McShane to arrange for work on the building</FONT>.</div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">River Day:</B> No news<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >.</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Village Day:</B> September 11, 2005. <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >The Race is coming together as are the tables and other events.  Various volunteers were assigned and American Tent added to the list of sponsors.  Flags and poles have been donated.  Proceeds from the balloon ride are earmarked for the Scholarships</FONT>.</div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Membership:</B> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >3 renewals and one new memberships were received.</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Newsletter:</B> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >No new news.</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Scholarship:</B> No news<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >.</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Local Comprehensive Plan:</B> See "Invited Speaker/Public Forum" [above].</div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Herring Run:</B> No news.</div> <bR> <div> <B>New Business</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Various announcements on donations for hurricane relief and Camp Edwards volunteers.  The latter are being coordinated through the Chamber of Commerce and also with drop boxes at Mashpee Commons.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Emory and Geri Anderson of the Indian Ponds Association provided information on the purple loosestrife infestation of the lakes.  This is a pretty but highly invasive shore plant. They plan to work on a plan to extirpate it.  </div> <bR> <div> <B>Adjournment</B></div> <div> The meeting adjourned at 8:15 and the next meeting will be on October 4, 2005.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Have Any Agenda Items For Discussion?</B></div> <div> Please contact <A HREF="mailto:trout.r@comcast.net" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:trout.r@comcast.net"><U>Ann Trout</U></A> at 508-420-5740, or any Board member, with new agenda items for discussion.</div> <bR> <div> <B>The MMVA Board Of Directors </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >[term ends]</FONT></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Craig Larson [2005], President ~ 508-428-9198</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Al Baker [2007], Vice President ~ 508-428-2433</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Ann Trout [2006], Secretary ~ 508-420-5740</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Robert Trout [2005], Treasurer ~ 508-420-5740</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Dave Curtis [2006] ~ 508-<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >420-9868</FONT></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Linda Edson [<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#111111" FACE="Arial" >20</FONT>05] ~ 508-428-4141</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Peter Lavigne [<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#111111" FACE="Arial" >20</FONT>07] 508-428-0167</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Deb Lavoie [2005] ~ 508-428-4515</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Donna Lawson [2007] ~ 508-420-9480</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Brian Lobdell [2006] ~ 508-428-3682</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Wing0a7300a800c811111100.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Bill McIntyre [2007] ~ 508-428-1855</div> <bR> <div> Terms end on the date of the next Annual General Meeting.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Next MMVA Meeting - Tuesday October 4, 2005 at 7:00 pm</B></div> <div> At the Burgess House, Route 149</div> <div> PLEASE PARK IN THE BURGESS HOUSE PARKING LOT NEXT DOOR !</div> <div> <I><B>NOT ON THE STREET !</B></I></div> <bR> <bR> <div>  <script src="http://www.google-analytics.com/urchin.js" type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript"> _uacct = "UA-379555-1"; urchinTracker(); </script>  </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" height=20 BGCOLOR="#CCCCCC" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >Links:</FONT> <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Welcome to Marstons Mills"><U>Home</U></A> | <A HREF="map.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="MarstonsMills.org Site Map"><U>SiteMap</U></A> | <A HREF="id745_m.htm" TARGET="TRLX_Middle" TITLE="MMVA Minutes September 6, 2005"><U>Top</U></A> | <A HREF="mmva_home.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Marstons Mills Village Association"><U>MMVA</U></A> | <A HREF="olderminutes.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Marstons Mills Village Association Olde"><U>Older Minutes</U></A> | <FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >Page new: September 20, 2005</FONT></div> </td> </tr></table></body>