2006-11-02
Public Meeting Minutes - Design Review Board
November 2, 2006
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Design Review Board
Public Meeting Minutes
Meeting: Design Review Board
Date: November 2, 2006
Present: Leah Zambernardi, William Finch, Colleen Bruce,
Larry Jaquith
Absent: None
Recorder: Leah Zambernardi
The meeting was called to order at 6:30pm.
1. Bellamia /218 Cabot Street/Sign
A representative of Trattoria Bellamia states she was not aware that they needed approval
to replace their signs. She stated they have painted their existing wall sign and that they
have replaced their awning.
Mr. Jaquith states that it would be attractive if the window signs could be more
organized.
Ms. Bruce states that the signs are attractive. It was a matter of having the signs formally
approved.
Mr. Finch motioned to accept as presented, seconded by Ms. Bruce. Motion carried 4-0.
2. Matthews International Brand Solutions /85 Sam Fonzo Drive /Sign
Ms. Cynthia Hobbs states that her business occupies the second story of the building at
85 Sam Fonzo Drive. She states she wants to place a sign on the second story to identify
her business. Members discuss the sign and agree that it is an appropriate scale, design
and location to identify the business on the second story of an industrial park. Members
discuss whether the sign conforms to zoning and advise Ms. Zambernardi to confirm this
with the Building Commissioner.
Mr. Jaquith motioned to accept as presented contingent upon a determination that the sign
is allowed per zoning, seconded by Mr. Finch. Motion carried 4-0.
3. Dogs by Design Where grooming is an art form & Cats Too! /131 Dodge
Street/Signs
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Ms. Jennifer Roy presents a design for the new business on Dodge Street with the new
owners of the business. She states they will replace an existing wall sign and
freestanding sign. Members agree that the signs are attractive.
Mr. Finch states that the purpose of a sign is to identify a business and that the list of
products and services on the wall sign is excessive. After some discussion, the applicants
agree to place only the words "Grooming · Styling" on the left side and the words "Pet
Boutique" on the right side.
Ms. Bruce motions to approve the sign with the changes to the wall sign. Mr. Finch
seconds the motion. All members are in favor and the motion carries.
The meeting is adjourned at 7:30 p.m.