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PLANNING BOARD MINUTES

June 27, 2007

AGENDA: PCC Fran Parkhurst addition to general store

PCC Pleasant View Bed and Breakfast, Don Milbrand

WORKSHOP: Survey

ATTENDING: Dan Paradis (Chairman), Elizabeth Seeler (Vice Chairman) Janice Della Croce, Don Milbrand.

Alternates: Robert Duquette, Jerry McGwin, and Murray Campbell

ABSENT: Steve Favorite (Sel. Rep.), Denice Destefano, Clay Dingman, Don Martin (alt.) Tom Babcock (alt)

The meeting opened at 7:00 pm. Janice DellaCroce acted as secretary and the 3 alternates filled in for the absent members of the Board.

The minutes were reviewed:

J. McGwinn made a MOTION, second by M. Campbell to ACCEPT THE MINUTES OF JUNE 13, 2007 AS AMENDED. The motion CARRIED.

The Chairman briefed the Board of Fran Parkhurst’s intentions for the Lake Street property while waiting for her arrival. All agreed that a plan of the property as it is currently as well as a future plan will be necessary to properly evaluate the situation. (She did not appear tonight to present her plan).

PCC PLEASANT VIEW BED AND BREAKFAST, DON MILBRAND

Don Milbrand explained that his B&B is in the rural district where he has approximately 10 acres. Structures on the premises are, the Inn, a 36x50 barn, 4 feet away is cape house and in back is a cottage. Last year they added a farmer’s porch, and now would like to begin a 3 phase project.

1. the back of the inn needs siding and windows and they would also like to build a terrace off the L, change a window to a door which would allow for another egress, and add a deck.

For this request D. Paradis read Sec 6.4 stating that construction costs greater than $500.00 requires a building permit and he was directed to the Code Enforcement official for a permit.

2. Add a stone driveway.

B. Seeler added that the situation is commercial mixed use. R. Duquette asked how it is classified on their fire insurance, and D. Milbrand replied that it was farm family, B&B and residence.

B. Seeler also stated that a lot of work has been done through the years and it has been a B&B for a long time. It is likely it would be grandfathered.

3. A 35x35 space in the L is now storage, and they would like to consider a Tavern atmosphere, with food and beverage.

D. Paradis read what is allowed in that district and cited that a variance would be needed and if approved then a site plan approval.

Before moving to the Workshop portion of the meeting B. Seeler wanted to comment that although she was not in attendance at the last meeting because of a professional commitment, she had a personal interest in the 86 Summer Street proposal presented at the June 13^th meeting. She requested to listen to the recording, and was disappointed that she was not able to hear any of the comments made by those in the audience, due to poor audio reception. She asked how this could be remedied. D. Paradis said it would take a small mixer and ½ dozen microphones. R. Duquette added it would benefit all boards.

D. Paradis said he would discuss the options with Town Manager E. Corrow.

WORKSHOP: SURVEY

The board began with the design and content of the survey.

Preceding the meeting, C. Dingman had sent each member a copy of the past survey as it would appear online using Survey Monkey, which enabling comments on the online presentation.

C. Dingman also sent his comments for consideration in his absence. (see addendum 2)

B. Seeler mentioned that aligning the new survey with the old would aid with the comparison of the old information obtained on the last survey, which would provide a baseline to gauge if perceptions had changed. D. Paradis agreed but thought we should add and/or modify content as well.

Question 1. Y, N, U? It was noted that Question 1 is technically 2 questions. B. Seeler felt it could be simplified, with Service and Facilities both listed at the top with the Y, N, and U beneath it.

It is estimated that only 25%-35% will complete the questionnaire on the computer. Many residents will prefer to submit a hardcopy. Paper surveys will be available to those that request one.

D. Milbrand added that by adding “no opinion” to the undecided clarified it more.

Question 2. D Paradis mentioned that he was not fond of Question 2, 3, or 4.

Question 2 remove “other” on the computer version.

Question 3. D. Milbrand thought it would be best to keep it for a comparison. D. Paradis mentioned what comes to mind is cluster housing and 4 unit buildings.

Question 4. B. Seeler noted that zoning is not part of planning board responsibility, but it would add insight and for ordinance modifications in the future.

Question 5. Add “near Newfound Lake”. D. Paradis reiterated the caution of Lake District growth. He suggested perhaps to add something like should residential construction be encouraged in the lake district.

Question 6. See C. Dingman comments (addendum 2) and D. Paradis comments (addendum 3).

Question 7. Sand, erosion?

Question 8. D. Paradis felt needed this question needed clarification. Some of the comments discussed were the shooting range at the TTC; the boat launches at Mooney Clark; whether the TTC is the considered the community building; and where the seniors currently meet.

B. Seeler mentioned that the Slim Baker Trust is constructing a ball park at Inspiration point.

Question 9. See addendum 1

Question 10. See notes 1

Question 11. See notes 1

Question 12. Replaced with Mr. Paradis’ suggestion (Addendum 3)

Question 13. A note should be made to check all that apply

Question 14. See notes 1

We will need to see what the provisions are for the online survey and if multiple submissions from the same IP address is an option. i.e. for multiple family members and community places such as the library.

COMMUNICATIONS: Unable to gain access to Planning Board office therefore no new info. Update on everything at the next meeting.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None

SELECTMEN: None (S. Favorite not in attendance)

CIP: Decided that it will stay within the Planning Board. It was relayed that the Town Manager E. Corrow felt that it would be in the spirit of the amendment. E. Corrow will be able to provide a list of the projected 10 year expenditures submitted to her from the department heads. This information is expected in late July.

There was a discussion of having a transition meeting from the exiting committee to those newly appointed to ensure a smooth transition and to limit the duplication of the good work they have already done.

M. Campbell was appointed as the Chairman of the CIP and he stated he will be unavailable July 1-10. He would like to meet for the first time on July 17^th.

NEW BUSINESS: None

NEXT MEETING: July 11, 2007. PCC: Big Catch; Compliance of Pegasus Realty Trust; Continuation of Sondra Keene.

A motion was made by R. Duquette to adjourn at 10:55 p.m. second by M. Campbell. MOTION CARRIED.

Attached are 3 addendums: C. Dingman’s comments, D. Paradis recommendations, and Marked survey.

Respectfully submitted,

Janice Della Croce

Clay Dingman’s suggestions:

Beyond that, I think that we might consider adding the following:

Flesh out No. 6 (preserving historic aspect of Bristol), if answered in the affirmative, by asking for more input on how the respondent favors preserving the historic aspect of the town – for instance:

expanding the current Historic District (after explaining that it essentially comprises the downtown business district)
adding a demolition review section to the current Historic District Ordinance;
asking about whether or not people favor property tax abatement for owners of historic properties who rehabilitate/preserve their properties;
asking about specific changes to the existing downtown business district – the area of the Historic District—that people might be in favor of : brick sidewalks, road surfaces (less asphalt), traffic calming, trees, buried utilities, new pedestrian-scale streetlights, gazebo, etc.

Specifically addressing development around Newfound Lake – do people want to see more of this?

3. Perhaps become more specific about where we ask people where development should occur (currently there are four options in No. 10) – perhaps offer three or four more options,, breaking the current four options into smaller segments (for instance, instead of simply listing “Route 104 East as an option” we might say “Route 104 East from the downtown to the Town Transfer Station” or something like that.)

4. We may want to consider getting feedback on expanding recycling services – and creating a pay-as-you-dump service in order to get people to recycle.

Dan Paradis’ Suggestions:

Expand #6 as follows:

Do you favor the following actins regarding historic preservation?

Y N U

Expanding the Historic District ___ ___ ___

Adding demolition review to the Historic

District Ordinance ___ ___ ___

Offer Ttax abatements for improving or preserving

historic properties ___ ___ ___

Downtown streetscape improvements

(sidewalks, streetlights, trees, etc.) ___ ___ ___

Add #12 as follows (Renumber following questions.)

12. Do you favor adopting the following actions or policies?

Y N U

~~Adopton of b~~Building codes ___ ___ ___

Architectural review of new commercial

Buildings ___ ___ ___

Granting tax credits for use of renewable

Energy sources ___ ___ ___

Use of incentives to encourage recycling ___ ___ ___

Purchase of preservation land or easements ___ ___ ___

Redefine zoning districts ___ ___ ___