Members Present: Allen Greene, Jason Shaw, Gregg Buczkowski & Bob Meade

Also Present: Ken Desmond, Fire Chief & CEO

Meeting called to order.

1st Order of Business:

- Allen announced an upcoming presentation on significant wildlife buffers, sponsored by Steve Walker, of the Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, on March 12th at 6:00 p.m., at the town office. This informational event is open to other boards and the public. Allen would like all available Board members to attend, if possible.

- A list of 2007 Local Planning Board and Appeals Board workshops sponsored by MMA is available. Allen stated that if any Planning Board members would like to attend, the town has funds for the training. Please see Allen for details, available dates, etc.

- MMA is also offering a workshop on effective grant writing on March 28th 9:00 a.m. &endash; 4:00 p.m. at the Waterville Elks Lodge.

- Ken has approved a tax preparation/CPA home occupation for Susan Page of 364 Meadow Road.

- Allen distributed copies of Maine Coastline Publication to each member.

- Ken mentioned that he has issued three building permits.

- The minutes of the previous meeting were approved.

2nd Order of Business:

- Jeffrey Aceto of Sitelines was present to represent Stoney Hill Associates, LLC and to give a brief overview of proposed Pasture Subdivision, off of the Murphy's Corner Road, as well as to submit the five items missing at the last meeting, necessary for application completeness.

- Jason stated that the Selectmen have no knowledge to confirm or deny that a public right-of-way exists off of the Hockomock Road to access Lot #1 and Lot #2. Mr. Aceto replied that he would submit proof of its existence at the next Planning Board meeting.

- Jason moved to accept the application as complete. Gregg seconded the motion and the Board voted unanimously in favor.

- A public hearing was scheduled on March 26th at 7:30 p.m.

3rd Order of Business:

- Jeffrey Aceto of Sitelines was present to represent Stoney Hill Associates, LLC and to give a brief overview of the proposed Fisher Meadow Subdivision, off of the Murphy's Corner Road, as well as to submit the five items missing at the last meeting, necessary for completeness.

- Lot #1 and Lot #2 have been merged due to buffers. The proposed subdivision is now 11 lots.

- Jason moved to accept the application as complete. Gregg seconded the motion and the Board voted unanimously in favor.

- A public hearing was scheduled on March 26th at 8:00 p.m.

- The applicant will submit abutter information and appropriate fees for both proposed developments to Ken.

4th Order of Business:

- Howard Kirkpatrick of BFC Marine was present to submit a change in use of his newly acquired property, located in the Woolwich Industrial Park. The property was formerly owned and operated by Woolwich Chevrolet. Mr. Kirkpatrick proposes to relocate BFC Marine in Bath, to this location.

- Mr. Kirkpatrick submitted a letter of proposed activity and a small plan of the existing buildings located on the property. The Board agreed that it was satisfied with the documents submitted. It did advise Mr. Kirkpatrick, however, that any plans to expand or changes in activity would require him to visit the Board again.

5th Order of Business:

- Attorney David King, Rob Mohlar, engineer and Jan Boucher, surveyor were present, to represent Leo Purington. Mr. Purington wishes to subdivide the remaining 55-60 acres at the end of Norway Drive, which is off of Chopps Cross Road. The proposed subdivision would consist of 11 lots and a road length of approximately 1,800'.

- Norway Drive is currently 2,400' in length; with the proposed addition, the total road length would become 4,200'.

- Patrick Wright, from the audience, stated that he felt that the road would become too long and that the lots are too sprawled out. He also asked about the possibility of cluster housing.

- Bill Longley, also from the audience, suggested that the developer may want to consider installation of residential sprinkler systems in the proposed homes for fire protection.

- The Board agreed it would like to see a shorter road and other options considered.

- Attorney King, Mr. Mohlar and Ms. Boucher indicated that they would return at the March meeting with more options, concept plans, etc.

6th Order of Business:

- Robert Newcomb of Maine Auto Finance, located on Route 1, was present in regard to a building that was constructed not in accordance with the original site plan approved. He submitted a revised site plan showing the existing buildings located on his property. The Board had originally approved a 34' x 30' building, but a 30' x 50' building was constructed after a building permit had been obtained from Ken.

- The Boards requested clarification on all of the activities that take place at this location. Mr. Newcomb will return at the March meeting with a letter of business activity.

7th Order of Business:

*At this time Jason removed himself from the Board to present the following:

- Jason Shaw of Jack A. Shaw & Sons, Inc. was present regarding a proposed amendment to the existing Wolf Pond Enterprises Subdivision, dated June 13, 1990. He proposed to relocate the property line between Lot #16 and Lot #17 to eliminate a building setback violation and structure encroachment along the adjoining lot line.

- Jack A. Shaw & Sons, Inc. is the owner of Lot #16 and Philip and Shirley Lahner are the owners of Lot #17.

- Jack A. Shaw & Sons, Inc. proposes to convey .14 acres from Lot #16 to Lot #17 to bring it into compliance. Jason submitted a proposed subdivision amendment plan, dated 02/21/07 for the Board's review. With the proposed changes, Lot #16 would become 2.96 acres and Lot #17 would become 3.23 acres.

- The three remaining Board members agreed with the proposed amendment, but due to the lack of a quorum, a formal vote was delayed until the March meeting.

8th Order of Business:

- The Board discussed the draft Sign Ordinance.

- Bob stated that he felt that the proposed square footages are too large. He also expressed his doubt of the townspeople voting in favor of its acceptance.

- Allen mentioned wanting to be fair to local businesses.

- Jason suggested that the Board conduct a workshop with the selectmen, possibly prior to the March 12th Selectmen's meeting. Allen will contact Lloyd to schedule.

Meeting adjourned.

*Next Planning Board meeting March 26th at 7:15 p.m.

Allen Greene, Planning Board Chairperson

Jason Shaw, Planning Board Secretary

Gregg Buczkowski, Planning Board

Robert Meade, Planning Board Alternate

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