Town of Hinsdale, Massachusetts
PLANNING BOARD - Agendas & Minutes
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / September 7, 2021 at 6:30pm
Conference Room, 1st Floor, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 11:30am on 8/31/2021
Attendance
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations:
The public or those representing clients may bring forth plans and other data pertinent to zoning petitions.
New Business/Old Business
BRPC Report
Commissioners Remarks:
-Chairperson/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES / August 18, 2021, at 6:30pm
Posted 1:45 on 9/09/2021
Marijuana Bylaw Update Hearing (meeting was legally posted under Public Notices)
The meeting was called to order at 6:45 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba , D. Brown, and B. Pike
Absent: J. Sullivan
Minutes: N/A
Attendees: Elizabeth Zipp ( Present)
Keith Harrison (Present) Lenore Frank (cc)
Ellen Fess (cc)
Monica and Chris Monferet (cc)
Scott Rodman (cc)
Wendy Kisseloff (cc)
Presentation: None
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba reviewed the updated Marijuana Bylaw with the revisions the Board has made. Each section that had a revision was read aloud. The revisions made to the current Marijuana Bylaw were to incorporate the latest Cannabis Commission revisions. Two questions were asked from the call-in attendance and answered by the Board.
A motion made (Brown) and seconded (Pike) to accept the amended Bylaw as written. All approved
Commissioners: N/A
BRPC: N/A
Adjournment 7:15pm
Respectfully submitted: Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / August 16, 2021, at 6:30pm*
Posted 11:35am on 8/9/2021
Please Note the Location of this Meeting
Nessacus Regional Middle School Auditorium, 25 Fox Road, Dalton, MA *Meeting postponed
Purpose of the Meeting: Northgate Resorts
Opportunity for Town Officials/Staff/Public to hear the specifics of a proposal by Northgate Resorts to develop a family campground on the
Camp Emerson property.
Introduction of Presenters
Northgate Resorts –Overview and Update from 7/28/2021 Meeting
Staff and Public--Comments/Questions
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / July 28, 2021, at 6:30pm
Posted: July 22, 2021 at 3:30 pm
Please Note the Location of this Meeting
Location: Nessacus Regional Middle School Auditorium
25 Fox Road, Dalton, MA
Zoom Access: Please register in advance for this meeting at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrceigrz8rHdQVXlfnQ_wsHD8njMMINb6x
Once registered you will receive an email containing the link to the meeting.
Agenda Items: 1. Introductions (Presenters, Town Officials, and Staff)
2. Northgate Resorts Presentation
3. Staff Input/Comments/Questions
4. Adjournment
This Hinsdale Planning Board Meeting is being held at the Nessacus School to allow for a potentially larger crowd and ensure the audiovisual system is sufficient for those listening in remotely. We thank the Nessacus Staff and Administration for their help with this event.
The purpose of this meeting is for all to hear from Northgate Resort’s Representatives as they present their proposal to develop a family campground on the current Camp Emerson property. This will be followed by Input, Questions, and Comments from Hinsdale Officials and Staff. This is a Business Meeting that will allow all interested to hear about the proposal, and hear the questions and concerns of Hinsdale’s representatives. The Planning Board is holding a follow-up meeting on August 16, where questions and comments from all interested parties shall be welcome. Tonight’s meeting is the precursor to the later one.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / July 28, 2021, at 6:30pm
Nessacus Regional Middle School Auditorium, 25 Fox Road, Dalton, MA
The meeting was called to order at 6:34 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J. Sullivan, and B. Pike
Absent: None
Minutes: N/A
Attendees: White Engineering, Northgate Resort Ventures, MDM Transportation Consultants, Inc.
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba opened the special Planning Board meeting and introduced Northgate Ventures and their staff and introduced the Town officials that were in the audience. Chairman Scialabba gave a brief rundown on how the meeting would run and preliminary dates for the next meeting with Northgate.
Presentation: Chelsea Bossenbroek, from Northgate Ventures, gave a brief history of Northgate and their 22 campgrounds in 13 States.
Brent White, from White Engineering, reviewed the site map and general logistics of the proposed RV site. Mr. White reviewed the main access, emergency access, wetland erosions control, and water and sewer overview.
Robert Michaud, MDM Transportation Consultants, INC. discussed in detail the traffic study for Longview Ave. and Michael's Road. Mr. Michaud discussed the posted and average speeds along Longview Ave. and the types of vehicles that may possibly be on the roads. The traffic study was done during April 15th and 19th and a second traffic study was done in June.
Chairman Scialabba opened up the floor to Town Officials (only) to ask questions. Mr. White and Mr. Michaud stood on stage to answer question along with Ms. Bossenbroek from her seat.
Numerous Town Officials asked questions or had concerns:
Dick Scialabba, Planning Board/Select Board-better understanding of the traffic study
Jim Sullivan, Planning Board/Select Board-pedestrian safety concerns, using access road to Belmont for construction vehicles
Paul Greene, Building Inspector-check in/out times
Caleb Mitchell, Conservation Agent, -wetland resource concerns
Dawn Frissell, Town Clerk- parking on lake, usage of Plunket Res., trailer parking
Dave Stuart, Plunket Beach-usage of the public beach area, light pollution, protecting Belmont Reservoir, damage to roads
Andy Hagadorn, Lake Management-water usage from Belmont
Jeff Viner, ZBA-R5-zone issues
Bill Pike , Planning Board- intersection of Longview and Michael's Road
Ray Bolduc, Select Board- Rte. 8 and Michael's road intersection
Shaun Galliher, Finance Committee- access road to Belmont, sewer grinder pumps
Northgate, White Engineering, and MDM Transportation will send their presentation boards to the town to post on the town's website for further reference. The meeting video will also be posted.
Commissioners: N/A
BRPC: N/A
Adjournment 8:03 pm
Respectfully submitted: Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / July 6, 2021, at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 7/01/2021 at 9:40am
Business Meeting Only
No public comment
Attendance
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations:
The public or those representing clients may bring forth plans and other data pertinent to zoning petitions.
New Business/Old Business
Initial discussion of schedule for review of:
Northgate Resorts – Campground Development Plan (former Camp Emerson
BRPC Report
Commissioners Remarks:
-Chairperson/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / July 6, 2021, at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 9/09/2021 at 1:10pm
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J. Sullivan, and B. Pike
Absent: None
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) seconded (Sullivan) to approve the minutes of the April meeting.
Attendees: Linda Yarmey, Camp Emerson, Marion Tinney, Fernwood Forest Campground Sue Lein, Camp Emerson
Brent White, White Engineering, Inc., Keith Harrison
Presentation: None
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba presented the Board with a Special Permit Application for Northgate Resorts Ventures, LLC. Scialabba reviewed the process and dates of the upcoming hearings with no discussion on the actual application and the public was not allowed to comment at this time.
Commissioners: Commissioner Sullivan wanted to go on record that he is an abutter to the Northgate Resort project.
BRPC: Full committee meeting July 8th
Adjournment 6:43pm
Respectfully submitted: Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / June 1, 2021, at 6:30pm Meeting canceled
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / May 4, 2021, at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 4/30/2021 at 8:10am
Attendance
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations:
The public or those representing clients may bring forth plans and other data pertinent to zoning petitions.
New Business/Old Business
BRPC Report
Commissioners Remarks:
-Chairperson/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
Public attendance-via conference call as noted below: Telephone: (413) 449-5095 Code: 257021
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / April 6, 2021, at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 4/2/2021 at 12:40pm
Attendance
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations:
The public or those representing clients may bring forth plans and other data pertinent to zoning petitions.
ANR Plan Review: 450 Michaels Rd.---Patrick McColgan, Taconic Land Consultants representing: Gordon & Judith Richardson
New Business/Old Business
BRPC Report
Commissioners Remarks:
-Chairperson/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
Public attendance-via conference call as noted below:
Telephone: (413) 449-5095 Code: 257021
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / April 6, 2021, at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 7/9/2021 at 10:00am
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J. Sullivan, and B. Pike
Absent: None
Minutes: A motion made (Sullivan) seconded (Pike) to approve the minutes of the March meeting
Attendees: Patrick McColgan, Taconic Land Consultants
Presentation: Patrick presented the Board with an ANR for Gordan and Judith Richardson on Washington State Road and Michael’s Road. The Richardsons are selling their parcel of land and divided out 9.026 Acres around the cell tower which will stay in their name. The Board members had no concerns and signed the plan.
Chairman: No information at this time
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: Commissioner Sullivan stated there was a BRPC meeting recently and wanted to warn the Board that the possibility of every town be required to have an electric car charging station for one to two vehicles may be coming soon.
Adjournment 6:43 pm.
Respectfully submitted, Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / March 2, 2021, at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 2/25/2021 at 5:10pm
Public attendance--Virtual meeting via ZOOM
Enter Meeting ID: 447 065 1424 (Open Meeting–No passcode required)
Attendance
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations:
The public or those representing clients may bring forth plans and other data pertinent to zoning petitions.
Hill Engineers, Architects, Planners, Inc.-ANR Plan-Hemlock Lane
New Business/Old Business
FFD Enterprises MA, Inc.—Special Permit
BRPC Report
Commissioners Remarks:
-Chairperson/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / March 2, 2021, at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 4/9/2021 at 9:10am
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J. Sullivan, and B. Pike
Absent: None
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) seconded (Brown) to approve the minutes of the February meeting. J. Sullivan abstains.
Attendees: Mary Ann Corcoran, Hill Engineers
Presentation: Mary Ann came before the Board via Zoom with an ANR on Hemlock Lane for Gaston R. Robert Jr. The Roberts family owned the 2 parcels that Mary Ann reconfigured. Lot 1 is 40,019 sqft and conforms to the zoning bylaw, Parcel A is 29,464 sqft and does not meet the zoning bylaw. Mary Ann has made a note on the plan that Parcel A is not a separate building lot and will be combined with an abutter to the north. The Board had no issues and signed the plan.
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba stated that the FFD group has received their special permit for the marijuana facility on Bullards Crossing and will be holding a Community Outreach Meeting in the near future.
Chairman Scialabba stated there is another firm looking to purchase part of Duquette’s gravel pit on Bullards Crossing to install an indoor marijuana grow facility.
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: No information at this time.
Adjournment 6:49 pm.
Respectfully submitted, Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / February 11, 2021, at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
Public invited to attend by conference call – (413) 449-5095 Code: 257021
posted 2/8/2021 at 9:45am
Attendance
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations:
The public or those representing clients may bring forth plans and other data pertinent to zoning petitions.
New Business/Old Business
Review and approve minutes/transcription of January 14, 2021 Open Hearing for FFD Enterprises marijuana proposal compliance.
BRPC Report
Commissioners Remarks:
-Chairperson/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
NO PLANNING BOARD MEETING FEBRUARY 2 due to weather
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / January 14, 2021, at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
Virtual Public Hearing Pursuant to MGL 40A, Section 5
posted December 29, 2021 at 7:11pm
The purpose of the hearing is to review/consider a special permit application from FFD Enterprises MA, Inc. (f/k/a Ipswich Pharmaceuticals, Assoc.) of Hartford, CT, to develop an outdoor marijuana cultivation/processing facility at Bullard’s Crossing Rd.
In order to comply with Governor Baker’s emergency order related to COVID-19 procedures/restrictions, only Board members and FFD presenters will be allowed into the meeting room.
An on-line copy of the FFD Enterprises MA, Inc., Bullard's Cross Special Permit application and submission is available here.
Persons wishing to access this public meeting via ZOOM conference should follow the instructions below.
1. Register in advance for this meeting here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApf-CtqD4sE9AI0h8RbemT2-3X5jNQ6LcG
2. Once you are registered, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Requests for further information, hard copies of the FFD proposal, and any comments can be directed to planning@hinsdalema.gov.
Thank you.
PLANNING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES / January 14, 2021, at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
Virtual Public Hearing Pursuant to MGL 40A, Section 5
posted 9:15am on 2/13/2021
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, and B. Pike
Absent: J. Sullivan
Minutes: N/A
Attendees: Benjamin Zachs, FFD MA Enterprises
Will Kacheris, FFD MA Enterprises
Bob Graves, Town Administrator
Scott Rodman
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba opened the special meeting of the Planning Board and introduced the members present and the attendees. Chairman Scialabba gave a brief overview the project and explained this meeting was to determine if the Planning Board would vote to make a recommendation to the Select Board as the Special Authority Board for approval.
Presentation: Mr. Zachs came before the board to present a 20-acre marijuana growing facility on Bullards Crossing. MR. Zachs introduced himself and the other members of his team both within the meeting room and on Zoom. Mr. Zachs gave an overview of the project and discussed building plans and schedules. Mr. Zachs discussed why this site was chosen and the time his company has spent to make sure all town and state bylaws and environmental concerns have been in compliance with the Cannabis Control Commission. Mr. Zachs stated he has been in contact with the Hinsdale Police Chief to discuss security protocols and traffic concerns. Mr. Zachs discussed the lengthy Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) document; this document has been attached to the Planning Boards website.
Chris Chamberland (via Zoom). Mr. Chamberland is the project design engineer from Berkshire Design Group. Mr. Chamberland discussed the overall land that was purchased and showed the plans of the layout of the site. He explained the property improvements, access, buildings and field locations. Mr. Chamberland discussed the well sites and water runoff and storage of rain water to use as irrigation. Mr. Chamberland discussed our current marijuana bylaw and how FFD MA Enterprises had complied with each section of the bylaw.
Will Kacheris: Mr. Kacheris is the site general manager. Mr. Kacheris discussed the general maintenance of the facility, animal control, water storage and usage. Mr. Kacheris explained how much water is proposed to be used during the main grow season and how much is allowed by the State. Mr. Kacheris discussed the special raised beds for moisture control, and explained that no chemicals or pesticides will be used.
NOTE: Please see attached transcript of entire meeting including discussions with individuals on Zoom meeting. Click here.
Commissioner Pike made a motion and Commissioner Brown seconded the motion to approve the FFD MA Enterprise application for a marijuana facility on Bullards Crossing and to recommend the project to the Special Authority Board. Chairman Scialabba excused himself from the motion and the vote as he is on the Select Board. With no other concerns the vote passed.
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: No information at this time.
Adjournment 8:20 pm.
Respectfully submitted: Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / January 5, 2021 at 6:30pm
Conference Room, 1st Floor, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 1pm on 12/31/2020
Attendance
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations:
The public or those representing clients may bring forth plans and other data pertinent to zoning petitions.
New Business/Old Business
BRPC Report
Commissioners Remarks:
-Chairperson/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / January 5, 2021 at 6:30pm
Conference Room, 1st Floor, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 9am on 2/13/2020
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J.Sullivan, and B. Pike
Absent: none
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) seconded (Scialabba) to approve the minutes of the December 1st meeting.
A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Sullivan) to approve the minutes of the December 8th meeting.
Attendees: Dennis Drumm
Presentation: Dennis Drumm came before the Board with a corrected ANR Plan for Debra Wisner that the Planning Board signed on 12/8/2020. The Board approved the new corrections and signed the plan
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba reminded the Board of the Special meeting on January 14th.
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: Executive meeting Thursday January 7, 2021.
Adjournment 6:42 pm.
Respectfully submitted: Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / December 8, 2020 at 6:30pm
Conference Room, Upstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 12:30pm on 12/3/2020
To attend by telephone—(413)-449-5095 Code: 257021
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Old Business:
Correction of previous submission:
-ANR presentation—Dennis Drumm—Subdivide Eberhard Property Old Stagecoach/Watson Rds.
Adjournment
Attendees are reminded of State-mandated COVID-19 precautions – Masks, social distancing and attendee capacity limits will be in effect.
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / December 8, 2020 at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 8:45pm on 1/8/2021
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J.Sullivan, and B. Pike
Absent: none
Minutes: N/A
Attendees: Dennis Drumm
Presentation: Dennis Drumm came before the board with a corrected ANR Plan for Debra Wisner that the board denied in the meeting on 12/1/2020. The board approved the corrections and signed the plan.
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Chairman: No comments at this time.
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: No information at this time.
Adjournment 6:36 pm.
Respectfully submitted: Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / December 1, 2020 at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 9:30am on 11/27/2020
To attend by telephone—(413)-449-5095 Code: 257021
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
New/ Old Business:
-ANR presentation-Dennis Drumm-Subdivide Eberhard/Wisner Property Old Stagecoach/Watson Rds.
BRPC Report
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Adjournment
Attendees are reminded of State-mandated COVID-19 precautions – Masks, social distancing and attendee capacity limits will be in effect.
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / December 1, 2020 at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 8:45pm on 1/8/2021
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, and B. Pike
Absent: J.Sullivan
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Scialabba) to approve the minutes of the November.
Attendees: Keith Harrison, Scott Rodman (by phone in)
Dennis Drumm
Debra Wisner
Presentation: Dennis Drumm presented an ANR plan for Debra Wisner on Watson Road and Stagecoach Road. The Wisner family is dividing approximately 185 acres into 6 lots. The plan was denied for one lot did not have the appropriate frontage. Dennis Drumm will redesign that lot and resubmit the new ANR to the board. The board will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, December 8 at 6:30 to review the new ANR plan.
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Chairman: Chairman Scialabba stated that the new marijuana by-law is still with the lawyers and has not heard any information yet.
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: No information at this time.
Adjournment 6:51 pm.
Respectfully submitted: Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / November 12, 2020 at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 12:05pm on 11/9/2020
To attend by telephone—(413)-449-5095 Code: 257021
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
New/ Old Business:
-ANR presentation-0 Bullards Crossing Rd.-Foresight Land Serv.
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / November 12, 2020 at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 12:05pm on 12/4/2020
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J. Sullivan, and B. Pike
Absent: None
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Scialabba) to approve the minutes of the October 20 meeting.
Attendees: Keith Harrison, Scott Rodman (by phone in)
Dan Brown, Foresight Land Service
Presentation: Commissioner Brown excused himself from the meeting to present an ANR of land owned by NOCO Enterprises LLC on Bullards Crossing. NOCO Enterprises LLC has divided 20.04 acres of land off of their 74.91 acre parcel. The new parcel and remaining land has the appropriate frontage, acreage, and is on a public way. The Board has no concerns and signed the plan.
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Chairman: No information at this time.
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: All BRPC meetings are now virtual.
Adjournment 6:43 pm.
Respectfully submitted, Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / October 20, 2020 at 6:30pm
Second Floor-Conference Room, Upstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 9:38am on 10/15/2020
To attend by telephone—(413)-449-5095 Code: 257021
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
PLEASE NOTE: Business meeting only- Public invited to attend/listen. No public comment.
New/ Old Business:
-Marijuana Bylaw—Discussion—finalize adjustments
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Adjournment
Attendees are reminded of State-mandated COVID-19 precautions – Masks, social distancing and attendee capacity limits will be in effect.
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / October 20, 2020 at 6:30pm
Second Floor-Conference Room, Upstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 11:12am on 11/13/2020
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, and B. Pike
Absent: J. Sullivan
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Brown) to approve the minutes of the October 6 meeting.
Attendees: Keith Harrison, Scott Rodman
Presentation: None
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Chairman: Chairman Scialabba brought a revised copy of the Marijuana By-law before the Board with changes made from the October 6 meeting. These changes were read through and discussed and with no new changes or concerns, a motion was made (Pike) and seconded (Brown) to send the new Marijuana By-law to the lawyers for review.
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: No information at this time.
Adjournment 6:48 pm.
Respectfully submitted, Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / October 6, 2020 at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 3:38pm on 10/1/2020
To attend by telephone—(413)-449-5095 Code: 706954
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
PLEASE NOTE: Business meeting only- Public invited to attend/listen. No public comment.
New/ Old Business:
-Fernwood Campground—Accessory Building
-Marijuana Bylaw—Discussion--potential content adjustments
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Adjournment
Attendees are reminded of State-mandated COVID-19 precautions – Masks, social distancing and attendee capacity limits will be in effect.
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / October 6, 2020 at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 11:16am on 11/13/2020
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J. Sullivan, and B. Pike
Absent: None
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Brown) to approve the minutes of the June 6 meeting. A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Brown) to approve the minutes of the August meeting.
Attendees: Keith Harrison, Scott Rodman
Presentation: None
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Chairman: Chairman Scialabba received a message from the ZBA in reference to a new caretaker building on Fernwood Campground. The campground does not have enough frontage to erect a new “house.” A motion was made (Pike) and seconded (Sullivan) to allow a new building under full control of the building inspector.
Chairman Scialabba discussed the revisions to the current Marijuana Bylaw. Each section that had a change was discussed among the board members. A new draft will be written and sent to the appropriate persons. A motion made (Sullivan) and seconded (Pike) to make the discussed changes and send the draft.
Commissioners: Commissioner Sullivan spoke to the audience on how much time the Board spent on research and preparing the Marijuana Bylaw.
BRPC: Commissioner Sullivan gave a brief report from the previous BRPC meeting. The main topic of discussion was offensive phrases such as “Grandfathered” in our By-Law language.
Adjournment 7:20 pm.
Respectfully submitted, Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / August 19, 2020 at 6:30pm Note Revised Date
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 4:27pm on 8/10/2020
To attend by telephone—(413)-449-5095 Code: 706954
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
PLEASE NOTE: Business meeting only- Public invited to attend/listen. No public comment.
New/ Old Business:
-Organization of the Board
-Marijuana Bylaw—Preliminary discussion-potential for adjustments (new)
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Adjournment
Attendees are reminded of State-mandated COVID-19 precautions – Masks, social distancing and attendee capacity limits will be in effect.
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / August 19, 2020 at 6:30pm
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 10:16am on 11/15/2020
The meeting was called to order at 6:35 pm.
Present were: R. Scialabba, W. Pike and D. Brown (remote conference call) Absent: J. Sullivan
(Due to Covid-19 State of Emergency Order remote call members count toward a quorum)
From the public: Keith Harrison (in person) and 14 others on the remote conference call (attached list)
Chairperson Scialabba explained that this was a business meeting and as such there would be no public comments allowed.
There were no previous meeting minutes available.
Reorganization of the Board- As is customary after a town election the board took nominations for offices as noted below.
New board officers are:
Chair-Richard Scialabba
Vice Chair-William Pike
Secretary-Dan Brown
Marijuana Bylaw Revision- discussion proceeded as to possible opportunities for revision of the bylaw to strengthen it in view of the actual experience that has occurred in the industry over the 2 plus years since the Hinsdale bylaw was adopted. Much of this stems from actual experience in Berkshire County with marijuana cultivation facilities.
Areas/ideas discussed were:
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Revising language to be more specific regarding where marijuana establishments and facilities can be located.
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Limiting commercial cultivation to R-5 and Adult Entertainment Overlay District properties with increased front, rear and side clearances for R-5.
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Specifically eliminating commercial cultivation, production and processing operations from R-1, R-1B, R-2 and R-3 zones.
Discussion concluded with a motion being made (Pike) and seconded (Brown) that states the Board’s intention to immediately begin the process of amending the bylaw to strengthen its specific language surrounding limiting commercial cultivation operations and zoning language related to that subject as well as other integrated language changes to zoning usage bylaws that support/are impacted by what is in the Marijuana Bylaw. Motion passed 3-0.
Chairperson Scialabba encouraged residents on the remote call and present in the meeting room to send revision suggestions or comments for the Board’s consideration via email (planning@hinsdalema.gov) or by USPS to the Planning Board at Town Hall, 39 South St. Hinsdale 01235.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:58 pm.
Respectfully submitted: Richard Scialabba
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / August 17, 2020 at 6:30pm This meeting postponed to August 19
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 3:07pm on 8/07/2020
To attend by telephone—(413)-449-5095 Code: 706954
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
PLEASE NOTE: Business meeting only- Public invited to attend/Listen. No public comment.
New/ Old Business:
-Marijuana Bylaw—Preliminary discussion-potential for adjustments (new)
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Adjournment
Attendees are reminded of State-mandated COVID-19 precautions – Masks, social distancing and attendee capacity limits wi
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / August 4, 2020 at 6:30pm Note: this meeting was postponed
Community Room, Downstairs, Town Hall, 39 South Street, Hinsdale
posted 4:55pm on 7/30/2020
To attend by telephone—(413)-449-5095 Code: 706954
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
PLEASE NOTE: Business meeting only- Public invited to attend/Listen. No public comment.
New/ Old Business:
-Marijuana Bylaw—Preliminary discussion-potential for adjustments (new)
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Adjournment
Attendees are reminded of State-mandated COVID-19 precautions – Masks, social distancing and attendee capacity limits will be in effect.
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / June 2, 2020 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Downstairs, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 12:55pm on 5/29/2020
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations: The public and/or their representatives bring forth requests/petitions for commission review/action.
-Form A--ANR—Louis Allegrone
New/ Old Business:
-Altus Power—Solar Array 420 Old Dalton Rd.-Update
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
Attendees are reminded of State mandated COVID-19 precautions – Masks, social distancing and attendee capacity limits will be in effect.
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / June 2, 2020 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 8am on 10/14/2020
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, and B. Pike Absent: J. Sullivan
Minutes: No minutes from previous meeting held in February
Attendees: None
Presentation: An ANR Form A was delivered to the PB for approval on Shore Drive. Louis Allegrone is giving 3,754 Sq. Ft. to Anthony Allegrone. The remaining land meets or exceeds minimal zoning requirements. The board found no issues with the plan and signed off.
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba received a call from a neighbor to the Old Dalton Road Solar facility on property of Windsor Land Clearing. The neighbor complained of work being done on the solar fields and a new road being built. Chairman Scialabba contacted Altus Power and TRC Engineers and was told the dust from the trucks were causing issues on the panels and the solar field was shortened and a new road was built for the truck traffic. The area of the lease parcel never changed and the company apologized for not contacting the Board before doing the work. A new set of plans were delivered to the PB office.
Commissioners: no concerns at this time
BRPC: no report at this tim
Adjournment 6:58 pm.
Respectfully submitted, Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / March 3, 2020 at 6:30pm
CANCELLED Due To Primary Election
posted 7:35pm on 2/18/2020
Attendance
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations:
The public, or those representing clients, may bring forth ANR plans or other data pertinent to zoning petitions/issues.
New Business/Old Business
BRPC Report
Commissioners Remarks:
-Chairperson/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / February 4, 2020 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Downstairs, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 1:35pm on 1/27/2020
Attendance
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations:
The public, or those representing clients, may bring forth ANR plans or other data pertinent to zoning petitions/issues.
New Business/Old Business
BRPC Report
Commissioners Remarks:
-Chairperson/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / January 7, 2020 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Downstairs, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 6:29pm on 1/3/2020
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations: The public and/or their representatives bring forth requests/petitions for commission review/action.
New/ Old Business:
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / January 7, 2020 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 5:40am on 3/5/2020
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, and B. Pike
Absent: J. Sullivan
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Scialabba) to approve the minutes of the December meeting.
Attendees: Joseph McCarthy-Ipswich Pharmaceutical
Elizabeth McCarthy-Ipswich Pharmaceutical
Nate Bandle-Ipswich Pharmaceutical
Brian Smith- Smith Electric
Presentation: Joseph McCarthy came before the board with an update to the Bullards Crossing indoor grow facility, along with a proposal for (5) 40,000 to 100,000 square foot outdoor growing areas on the old Reed property at 246 Peru Road. Chairman Scialabba will look into the number “5” for growing facilities on one parcel. At this time there will be 4 different license growing companies on 4 different plots on one parcel of land. Mr. McCarthy was looking for approval from the Board to move forward with his Architectural designs and to seek the approval from the Select Board and the Town. Mr. McCarthy explained the security for the facility and how they will cultivate and protect the surrounding environment. These growing plots will produce both recreational and medical marijuana. The Board approved Mr. McCarthy’s preliminary plans.
Chairman: No Comments at this time.
Commissioners: No comments at this time.
BRPC: No updates at this time.
Adjournment 7:20 pm.
Respectfully submitted:
Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / December 3, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Downstairs, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 2pm on 11/27/2019
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations: The public and/or their representatives bring forth requests/petitions for commission review/action.
New/ Old Business:
-Mission & Vision Plan
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / December 3, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 5:40am on 3/5/2020
The meeting was called to order at 6:32 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, and B. Pike
Absent: J. Sullivan
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Scialabba) to approve the minutes of the November meeting.
Attendees: none
Presentation: none
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba presented the Board with a written document intended to allow the Town of Hinsdale to use the Mission and Vision Report in acquiring grants for the town. A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Brown) to accept this letter and send to the Select Board.
Document written as follows:
Given that the Town of Hinsdale has no officially accepted Master Plan on record, a motion is hereby made to allow the Mission & Vision Report dated April 2019 to be used where applicable, and permitted, when grant applications require some version of a “Master/Future Plan”.
Such permission is granted with the requirements that any such accepted use will be cleared through a Planning Board review prior to submission of the grant application.
Said permitted exception process will expire at such time as a full master plan has been drafted and accepted at an Annual Town Meeting.
Commissioners: No comments at this time.
BRPC: No updates at this time.
Adjournment 6:35 pm.
Respectfully submitted: Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / November 15, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Downstairs, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 10am on 10/29/2019
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations: The public and/or their representatives bring forth requests/petitions for commission review/action.
-Form A – Foresight Land Services—James Balardini
New/ Old Business:
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / November 5, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 3:19pm on 12/5/2019
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J. Sullivan, and B. Pike Absent: N/A
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Sullivan) to approve the minutes of the October meeting.
Attendees: none
Presentation: Commissioner Brown brought an ANR Form A to the Board for Mr. Balardini property on Plunkett Ave. Extension. Mr. Balardini has divided a parcel of land in half and will sell half to an abutter and keep half. The new lots contain the appropriate size and frontage. There was no discussion and the plan was approved and signed. Commissioner Brown excused himself from the vote and signing of the plan.
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba stated that the Select Board has suggested removing “Public Comments” from our agenda.
The Old Dalton Road Solar project has contacted Chairman Scialabba and stated they now want to store energy on site and will be installing large battery storage units. They asked if they need to return to a Board meeting with an updated plan. Commissioner Sullivan would like to see an updated plan and discuss this with the Solar Company. Chairman Scialabba will seek advice from the Building Inspector.
Commissioners: No comments at this time.
BRPC: No updates at this time.
Adjournment 7:01 pm.
Respectfully submitted, Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / September 3, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 8:16am on 10/4/2019
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J. Sullivan, and B. Pike
Absent: N. Kanable
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Sullivan) to approve the minutes of the August meeting.
Attendees: Ray Bolduc
Presentation: Mr. Bolduc came before the Board with concerns of the proposed medicinal and recreational marijuana facility on Bullards Crossing. The owner of the property had stated in another meeting that he would ask for 1 Host agreement for both growing facilities. Chairman Scialabba stated the Host agreement would be up to the Select Board. At this point, the Board has not seen any plans or letters of intent from the property owner.
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba shared some mail from the Town of Peru on a new Solar Voltaic Overlay District. The Town of Peru is having a meeting on September 4.
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: Commissioner Sullivan stated that the BNRC is still looking for anyone to fill 7 different committee
Adjournment 6:44 pm.
Respectfully submitted:
Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / October 1, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Downstairs, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 2:30pm on 9/25/2019
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations: The public and/or their representatives bring forth requests/petitions for commission review/action.
-Form A -- Sackett Survey Services, Inc.—representing Mr. Doug Leab.
Revision to Hinsdale Landfill/Leab property boundaries.
New/ Old Business:
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / September 3, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Downstairs, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 3pm on 8/27/2019
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations: The public and/or their representatives bring forth requests/petitions for commission review/action.
New/ Old Business:
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / August 6, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 8:36pm on 9/4/2019
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, B. Pike, J. Sullivan, and N. Kanable
Absent: none
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Scialabba) to approve the minutes of the July meeting.
Attendees: None
Presentation: None
.
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba informed Commissioner Kanable that she needs to take the States Ethic Online Course and will also add her name to the Boards Email chain.
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: Commissioner Sullivan stated that the BNRC has 7 different committees that need members. He also stated that the annual dinner is coming up September 19th at the Stationery Factory.
Adjournment 6:43 pm.
Respectfully submitted:
Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / July 2, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 8:36am on 8/8/2019
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, and B. Pike
Absent: J. Sullivan, N. Kanable
Minutes: A motion made (Pike) and seconded (Scialabba) to approve the minutes of the May meeting.
Attendees: None
Presentation: None
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba had no information or articles to discuss at this time.
Commissioners: No concerns at this time
BRPC: No information at this time
Adjournment 6:34 pm.
Respectfully submitted: Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / May 7, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 8/8/2019 at 8:32am
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J. Sullivan, D. Kokindo and B. Pike
Absent: none
Minutes: A motion made (Sullivan) and seconded (Kokindo) to approve the April Minutes. One abstention (Brown)
Attendees: None
Presentation: None
.
Vice Chairman: Chairman Scialabba brought a proposed letter to the board, pertaining to the Town’s Mission Plan, with the intention to have the Planning Board not be directly involved in the Mission Plan. Commissioner Kokindo and Sullivan opposed the letter as the “Mission Plan” was actually the former “Master Plan” and falls under the Planning Board direction. Commissioner Kokindo stated that grant money was obtained for the Master Plan and a vote was taken at a previous Planning Board meeting (While Kokindo was Chairman), to have the Planning Board head the Master Plan. Chairman Scialabba will bring this subject up with the town’s administrator. The article was tabled and no vote was taken.
Commissioners: Commissioner Kokindo stated this would be his last Planning Board meeting as he is not entering into a new term.
BRPC: Commissioner Sullivan stated that there are some grant monies from the BRPC for area Planning Boards. Sullivan has the specific forms for the Board to fill out.
Adjournment 6:55 pm.
Respectfully submitted: Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / August 6, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 12:15pm on 8/01/2019
Attendance-Public Sign In
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations: The public and/or their representatives bring forth requests/petitions for commission review/action.
New/ Old Business:
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / July 2, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 9am on 6/27/2019
Attendance-Public Sign In
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations: The public and/or their representatives bring forth requests/petitions for commission review/action.
New/ Old Business:
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / June 4, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall
posted 3:30pm on 5/28/2019
Attendance-Public Sign In
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations: The public and/or their representatives bring forth requests/petitions for commission review/action.
-Park Avenue Solar Solutions, LLC
Re: Special Permit Extension Request
New/ Old Business:
-Reorganization of the Board
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / February 5, 2019 at 6:30pm
2nd floor Conference Room, upstairs, Town Hall
posted 5/30/2019 at 3:15pm
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: D. Brown, J. Sullivan, D. Kokindo and B. Pike
Absent: R. Scialabba
Minutes: A motion made (Sullivan) and seconded (Brown) to approve the December Minutes.
Attendees: None
Presentation: None
.
Vice Chairman: No comments or concerns at this time.
Commissioners: Commissioner Sullivan stated he will be attending the next BRPC meeting and will look into the TIPS schedule for Skyline Trail road repair.
Commissioner Kokindo would like to reorganize the Board once Chairman Scialabba returns from Florida.
Commissioner Kokindo asked to be put on the agenda for the March meeting as he will be adding more solar panels to his property. The Board members will review our current By-law prior to the March meeting.
BRPC: No report
Adjournment 6:46 pm.
Respectfully submitted:
Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES / December 4, 2018 at 6:30pm
2nd floor Conference Room, upstairs, Town Hall
posted 5/30/2019 at 3:15pm
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
Members present: R. Scialabba, D. Brown, J. Sullivan, and B. Pike
Absent: D. Kokindo
Minutes: A motion made (Sullivan) and seconded (Pike) to approve the November Minutes.
A motion made (Sullivan) and seconded (Scialabba) to approve the October Minutes with a title correction from Marijuana Public Hearing to Marijuana Public Information Session.
Attendees: None
Presentation: None
.
Chairman: Chairman Scialabba stated the Marijuana By-Law passed in the Town Meeting in November and now goes to the Attorney General’s office for approval.
Commissioners: Commissioner Sullivan had a question on “Retail License” with Marijuana and the steps to obtain one. Chairman Scialabba stated that is regulated through the State's By-Law.
BRPC: No report
Adjournment 6:42 pm.
Respectfully submitted:
Daniel R. Brown
PLANNING BOARD AGENDA / May 7, 2019 at 6:30pm
1st Floor Community Room, Hinsdale Town Hall posted 3:30pm on 5/1/2019
Attendance-Public Sign In
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Presentations: The public and/or their representatives bring forth requests/petitions for commission review/action.
New/ Old Business:
-Solar Bylaw—communication to Building Inspector
-Mission Plan Letter
BRPC Report:
Commissioner Remarks:
-Chairman/Correspondence
-Other Commissioners
Final Public Comment
Adjournment