FY 2011 - Town of Uxbridge

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Conservation Commission The Conservation Commission is the governing body charged with the protection of Uxbridge’s natural resources. The Commission also advises other municipal officials and boards on conservation issues. As required by law, every municipality in Massachusetts has a Conservation Commission. The enabling legislation that allows for the formation and operation of the Conservation Commission is called the Conservation Commission Act (MGL C.40 §8c). As the municipal focal point for environmental protection, Conservation Commissions were given responsibility in 1 9 7 2 f o r a d m i n i s t e r i n g t h e Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (MGL C.131 § 40). Under this Act, the Commission reviews applications to do work in and near wetlands, flood plains, banks, river front areas, beaches and surface waters. The Commission oversees approved projects in or near these resource areas and also carries out enforcement duties where the Wetlands Protection Act is being violated. The Conservation Commission meets the first and third Monday of every month, at 7:00 P.M. in the Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public and all are invited and encouraged to attend. The Uxbridge Conservation Commission is a group of up to seven volunteers with a diverse background of skills and interests. The members of the Commission serve three year terms, and are appointed by the Town Manager. The tasks of the Commission require a great deal of study, learning and thought by its members, who become expert only by patience and work. The Commission also undertakes the planning, acquisition and management of open space for passive use and the monitoring of conservation and agricultural preservation restrictions. The Conservation Commission has the authority to adopt rules and regulations for the use of conservation land. These regulations have the full force of law. In FY 2011, the Commission deliberated on numerous applications for work in or near wetlands. During FY 2011, t h e C o n s e r v a t i o n Co m m i s s i o n accomplished the following: reviewed 15 NOI (Notice of Intent) Plans including issuing Orders of Conditions for a variety of these projects; reviewed 9 Certificate of Compliance applications; reviewed 11 RDA’s (Requests for Determination of Applicability) and reviewed 1 Emergency Certifications. The Commission is appreciative for the many volunteers who assist in maintaining Pout Pond. Volunteers have continued to maintain the beach and structures at Pout Pond Conservation Area. The Commission extends their appreciation to: Chuck Doolittle Rich Brouillar Tony & Susan Banner Uxbridge Animal Control Elemental Turf Management Uxbridge Police Department Uxbridge Department of Public Works Faith Fellowship Church Pyne Sand and Stone White Eagle Plumbing Blackstone Valley Sign Company Uxbridge Board of Selectmen Bruce Desilets Uxbridge High School Boys and Girls Cross Country Uxbridge High School Athletic Department Uxbridge Water Department Fairwoods Christian Recreation Lillian Burnat Stratton Electric Renovations are being made to the historic Greek revival building on the pond with the intention of it being occupied by a tenant. During FY 2011, which ended on June 30, 2011, the Commission welcomed one (1) new member: Mr. Michael Potaski (August 2, 2010 meeting). The Conservation Commission consisted of the following 6 members: Alfred Jones, who served as Chair; Russ Holden, Vice- Chair; Harold Klei, Treasurer; Larry Lench, Clerk/Secretary; Dave Lewcon, and Michael Potaski. However, during FY 2011, members Alfred Jones and Harold Klei resigned. As a result of two resignations from the Conservation Commission, the 7-member commission is currently seeking two more individuals to join us as we protect the natural resources of the town. Respectfully Submitted, Uxbridge Conservation Commission Board of Health The Board derives its authority from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts under MGL Title XVI. Chapter 111. This separate authority was intentionally created by the state because the protection of the public health was considered too important an issue to be under the influence of local politics. The Board of Health, an elected position, serves locally under both the Mass. Department of Public Health and the Mass. Department of Environmental Protection. The Board’s areas of oversight and regulation include housing, food establishments, private septic systems and private wells, solid waste, infectious disease, home health care and mental health, general environmental concerns, bioterrorism response and emergency preparedness in the public health sector. Agents for the Board of Health are: The Visiting Nurse Association of the Greater Milford-Northbridge Area, Inc. (home health care, public health and communicable disease reporting) James Malley, Malley Engineering (percolations, septic design review and installation inspections) Sean Cole, Barn and Animal Inspector Joan St. Andre, Food Inspector Nelson Burlingame, Housing Inspector Kelly Poulin, Town Clerk, Burial Agent Denise Delannoy, Administrative Assistant continued on Page 32 FY 2011 :: Town of Uxbridge Annual Report Page 31
Board of Health continued PERMITS/LICENSES ISSUED Septic System related – 50 Well – 10 Abrasive Blast – 2 Barn/Stable – 23 Bathing Beach – 2 Curbside Hauler -– 8 Food – 83 (includes restaurant, mobile, ice cream and one-day caterers) Motel – 1 Public Swimming Pool – 2 Recreational Camp – 1 Septic Installer – 22 Septage Hauler – 12 Tobacco Retailer – 15 REVIEWS BY BOARD OF HEALTH Title V Inspections Passed – 43 Failed – 6 VARIANCES FOR S EPTIC SYSTEMS Variances Granted – 2 SUBDIVISION PLANS Preliminary and Definitive Plan Reviews – 4 COMPLAINTS Com plai nts , inspec tions & investigations conducted by Health Agent, Board Members and Administrative Assistant – 58, these included housing, trash, food, odor and animal complaints. DISEASE CASES Reportable Disease Cases handled through the Visiting Nurses Association – 10 TERM OF OFFICE W a y n e T u c k e r , C h a i r m a n 2010 - 2013 (elected May 2010) James F. Smith, Vice Chairman 2009 - 2012 (appointed June 2009) Peter Baghdasarian, Member 2011 - 2014 (elected May 2011) Dr. Charles Lutton, Medical Director, 2009 Respectfully submitted, Wayne Tucker, Chairman Planning Board The Planning Board is responsible for administering many provisions of the Uxbridge Zoning Bylaws and Subdivision Rules and Regulations. The Planning Board reviews and endorses or denies plans requiring a determination that the Subdivision Control Law does not apply, also known as Approval Not Required or ANR Plans. The Planning Board also reviews Preliminary Subdivision Plans, Definitive Subdivision Plans and certain Special Permit proposals. The Planning Board also reviews and issues reports regarding various proposals to Town Meeting. The Planning Board facilitates various planning efforts and work toward coordinated and sustainable development patterns. The Planning Board meets the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, at 7:00 P.M. in the Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public and all are invited and encouraged to attend. During FY 2011, which ended on June 30, 2011, the Planning Board welcomed one (1) new member: Mr. Ernie Esposito (July 14, 2010 meeting). The Planning Board consisted of the following members: Dr. Charles Lutton, who served as Chair; Peter Petrillo, Vice-Chair; Ernest Esposito, Clerk/Secretary; Barry Desruisseaux and Joseph Leonardo. However, during FY 2011, member Peter Petrillo resigned. As a result of one resignation from the Planning Board, the 7 -member board is currently seeking three more individuals. During FY 2011, the Planning Board accomplished the following: reviewed 8 ANR (Approval Not Required) applications; reviewed 2 Special Permit Plans; reviewed 1 Preliminary Plan Zoning Board of Appeals The Zoning Board of Appeals hears petitions from landowners seeking relief from the Town of Uxbridge’s Zoning Bylaws. The ZBA may render decisions upon applications for variances and certain special permits, or petitions Approval application and 5 Definitive Plan Approval applications. During FY 2011, there were fourteen roads brought forth to Town Meeting and twelve (12) roads were accepted by Town Meeting. Buttermilk Way (Pastures at Elmwood subdivision), Cassie Lane (Meadowside subdivision), Jodie Circle (Elmdale Estates subdivision), Julia Drive (Maple Grove subdivision), Longmeadow Road (Foxwoods Estates subdivision), Foxwood Lane (Foxwoods Estates subdivision), Rose Lane (Arbor Estates) and Stanphyl Road (Dogil Estates subdivision), Anthony’s Way and Giacamo Way (Cedar Woods subdivision), Glen Street and Lee Street (Davis Heights); the acceptance reflected completion of these subdivision projects. Pursuant to the General Laws of Massachusetts, the Planning Board viewed 2 Town Meeting warrant articles to amend the following articles: Amend the Zoning Bylaws Section 400-13, Appendix B – Table of Dimensional Requirements and Amend Article X, Definitions both at the November 2010 Annual Town Meeting and issued reports on each to Town Meeting. Pursuant to the General Laws of Massachusetts, the Planning Board viewed 3 Town Meeting warrant articles to amend the following articles: Amend the Floodplain overlay district of the Zoning Bylaws Article VIII, Section 4-37; Amend the Zoning Bylaws Appendix A Table of Use Regulations and Amend the Uxbridge Zoning Bylaws Chapter 400 Article VI Section 400-20, B.5. all at the May 2011 Annual Town Meeting and issued reports on each to Town Meeting. Respectfully Submitted, Uxbridge Planning Board regarding changes to pre-existing structures and uses that may not conform to the current bylaws, all pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A. The Board may also hear appeals from decisions of the Building Inspector, the Zoning Enforcement Officer, or the Planning Board. The Board also reviews affordable housing development projects Page 32 FY 2011 :: Town of Uxbridge Annual Report
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