02-03-16 OSRC MinCITY OF BEVERLY
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Mann opens the meeting at 7:06 p.m.
ADUroval of Previous Minutes
Open Space and Recreation Committee
February 3, 2016
Charlie Mann (Chair), David Brewster (Vice Chair),
Elizabeth Dunne, David Gardner, Barbara King, Marilyn
McCrory, Bill Squibb
David Long, Sandra Stacey, Wayne Miller
Darlene Wynne, Assistant Planning Director
Jane Dooley
McCrory moves to approve the January 6, 2016 meeting minutes as amended. Seconded by
Brewster. The motion carries 7 -0.
Principal Items of Business
Open Space & Recreation Plan Update -- Update on Status of Draft, OSRC Follow Up
Discussion ensues on list of comments with suggestions on adding information on date of census
data regarding environmental justice population, source of information on threatened and
endangered species in Beverly, whether Department of Fisheries and Wildlife was consulted
regarding wildlife corridors. Committee questions how the environmental equity is measured,
but indicates that generally, the City has a fairly good dispersal of open space. However, larger,
wooded areas tend to be located in the more suburban parts of city whereas smaller areas are
located in the more urbanized areas. Committee discussed whether there was any additional open
space that should be identified on the map.
Signage — Subcommittee Report on Activities
No update. Discussion ensues about spaces that need new maps for kiosks at trails (i.e., Greens
Hill, Greenwood, and Sally Milligan) and if CPA funding could be used for the kiosk signs and
replacing required wood. Graphics are located at United Sign and they could reprint the maps.
Any applications for CPA funding should be submitted through the Planning office to the
Mayor's office. Marilyn will check to see if CPA funding can be used for replacing the kiosk
signs and wood replacement, if required.
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Community Preservation Committee (CPC) — Representative Report on Activities
The CPA annual public hearing is being held tomorrow night. At the regular February CPA
meeting, ideas from the OSRC could be discussed as an agenda item. For Greens Hill trail
improvement project, the MOU is still needed.
Planning Board — Representative Report on Activities
Discussion was on Jewett Street where landowners have negotiated an agreement on roadway
construction and drainage. The application also shows installation of two gravel parking spaces.
The OSRC considers a possible location for public use sign, which would be the City's purview.
The Committee also addresses the 11 -15 Sunnycrest OSRD site plan application where roadway
was moved to preserve tree, there is a larger stormwater management system, and 60% of lot is
open space. Applicant is asking the City to take the open space. Discussion addresses how a
letter of support from OSRC would go to the Planning Department and could mention public
access to the open space and suggestion of endowment for maintenance.
Discussion ensues on Bass River Overlay Zoning area from National Grid to Bowl -O -Mat sites
for future mixed use and possible public walkway.
Priority Parcel List — Subcommittee Report on Activities
The Subcommittee finished the priority parcel list and provided it to the Planning Department.
The Subcommittee identified approximately 50 parcels, identifying priority of approximately 15,
and met with the Mayor for input. The sub - committee received permission to make phone calls
including to Endicott College about trail. A memo will be written providing guidance on the
matter. Discussion ensues about whether or not the City should acquire unbuildable parcels
relative to permanent preservation. Also, if larger parcels should be discussed with ECGA.
Discussion addresses possibility for conservation restrictions on backland of great estates that
could be identified.
Other Business & Updates
Jonathan Salt
Jonathan Salt was not available to attend the meeting and will try to attend the Committee's
March meeting. He could potentially lead walks.
Earth Day Walks
Discussion ensues on topics for walks including the Olmsted Society at Moraine Farm, dog walk,
wildflowers, bike outing at Greenwood Ave., etc., and use of OSRC Facebook page to publicize
Earth Day walks.
Resignation
Sandra Stacey has resigned from the Committee as Ward 5 representative. Committee agreed that
she can continue to administer Facebook page.
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Wayne Miller has been sworn in as a Committee member. Discussion addresses when Committee
members are traveling how they can call in to attend OSRC meetings.
New Business
Discussion ensues about 2016 Mass. Land Conservation Conference on April 2.
Adjournment
There being no further business to discuss, Dunne moves to adjourn at 8:50 p.m. Seconded by
King. The motion carries 7 -0.
The next meeting of the Beverly Open Space and Recreation Committee will take place on
Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at City Hall, 3 d Floor Conference Room at 7:00 p.m.