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Citizen’s Petition #2: To delete Section 601.4.5 of the zoning ordinance which states the” W.W. P.D. shall be increased by 100 feet under the following conditions: when that 100 feet has an upward slope of 12% or more and a minimum width of 100 feet.”

Ms. Webber read Citizen’s Petition #2 into the record and recused herself. Ms. Maloney was appointed to sit for Ms. Webber.

Mr. McLeod motioned to open to Public Hearing Citizen’s Petition #2. Seconded by Mr. Wrenn. Motion passed: 7-0.

Mr. Maynard stated that if he could have withdrawn this request, he would have. He hopes there can be a joint meeting between the Conservation Commission and the Planning Board this summer.

Mr. McLeod noted that a 12% slope is very steep and adds velocity to the run-off which will result in it going further into the water body. The 100 ft increase adds a layer of protection. He does not recommend this Petition.

Ms. DiFruscia discussed this with Andy Chapman of Stormwater Management and DES and would also not recommend this Petition.

Chairwoman Post opened this to the Public.

Mr. Derek Munson of 18 Turtle Rock Rd does not recommend that the Board support this change. He recommended sitting with the Boards and Conservation and determine a reasonable calculation.

Chairwoman Post closed the Public Hearing.

Mr. McLeod moved to not recommend Citizen’s Petition #2. Seconded by Mr. Sycamore. Motion passed: 7-0.