09-06-17 OSRC MinutesCITY OF BEVERLY
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Mann opens the meeting at 7:05 p.m.
Open Space and Recreation Committee
September 6, 2017
Charlie Mann (Chair), David Brewster (Vice Chair), David
Alden -St. Pierre, Elizabeth Dunne (arrived at 7:10 p.m.),
David Gardner, Marilyn McCrory
Rick Grandoni, Wayne Miller, Gregory Sharp
Darlene Wynne, Assistant Planning Director
Nathan Lackie, Boy Scout
Jane Dooley
Trail Maintenance Spreadsheet: Possible Boy Scout projects
The Committee discusses possible projects with Boy Scout Nathan Lackie such as trail
maintenance and signage. Also, building a temporary boardwalk over a muddy area on a trail.
The OSRC notes that trail numbering for Sally Milligan Park could be covered under
Recreational Trails Grant recently received. Discussion ensues about what material could be
used for trail numbering (i.e., wood or plastic).
The Committee suggests to the scout that he review the OSRC website and survey areas where
he might be interested in doing the work to determine extent of work that would be required.
Another project could be a trail in Cross Lane area. The OSRC also suggests that graffiti could
possibly be covered with paint at the Philips Reserve. Trail clearing at Tanzella Hill is also a
possibility. Lackie may need to go before the Conservation Commission once a project is
identified for him to do.
Approval of Previous Minutes
Brewster moves to approve the July 5, 2017 minutes as amended. Seconded by Gardner. The
motion carries 6 -0.
Dunne moves to approve the July 13, 2017 minutes as amended. Seconded by Gardner. The
motion carries 3 -0. (Mann, Brewster, Gardner voted since they were the members who attended)
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Principal Items of Business
Planning Board
Wynne informs Committee that Planning Board approved the Folly Hill Subdivision application
with waivers. Subsequently the applicant appealed the approval, based on conditions.
The Committee reviews and comments on 20, 30 & 40 Webster Avenue OSRD Initial Review
application relative to potential open space and trail connectivity. The Committee considers its
possible participation in a Planning Board site walk before making a recommendation on a
preferred concept. In case the Planning Board decides before a site walk, the Committee
indicates it prefers option C and D. The OSRC also notes that ECGA could potentially be a
steward of the open space rather than the City. The Committee mentions that endowments for
open space are encouraged and bonds are required.
Community Preservation Committee
McCrory notes that the City Council approved the CPC's recommendation that five projects be
funded. Discussion ensues about continued interest in preserving Parcel 27A for open space and
how the lot is now buildable albeit there would be expensive construction costs. The Committee
discusses positive outcome of recent meeting with Mayor to discuss priority parcels.
Priority Parcel List Discussion
Discussion ensues about list of parcel additions in other neighborhoods than previously discussed
by OSRC (i.e., downtown and Ryalside). Committee members identify for OSRC review their
priorities on the current parcel list.
Encroachment Protocol
Wynne will send the revised draft to the City Solicitor. An encroachment order was recently
issued to a resident on Wood Lane by the City.
Other Business & Updates
Charter
The OSRC suggests amending its charter to reflect proposal to present an annual versus semi-
annual report to the City Council preferably in October. Also reiterated was that the open space
plan has to be updated every five years.
Greens Hill Trail Opening
The Committee discusses details that need to be completed such as the opening (fence and kiosk
at the entry) and installation of gravel by the retaining wall. Mann indicates that he believes there
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is at least $9,000 left in the grant. Wynne notes that Aaron Clausen has requested that Amy
Maxner review the request before laying any stone. A third party contractor could potentially be
hired to complete remaining work. Mann explains in detail what's being requested.
Once these items are done then there could be an official trail opening. While fall is preferred, it
may end up being in the spring. It could coincide with the spring walk series. Mann notes that
signage could be purchased with a portion of the CPA funding received by OSRC. [Correction:
CPA funding cannot be used for signage.]
Bass River Walkway
Mann suggested a meeting be scheduled with Aaron Clausen and Gardner to discuss how to
move action forward on the walkway. Outstanding question is whether they could contact any
property owners.
Sylvan's Bench
Wynne explains that the artist painting a mural under the bridge has been required to file a
permit request with MA DOT. She explains this permission requirement may also apply to
installing a plaque on the bridge associated with memorial for Sylvan Menezes. McCrory
suggests a piece of granite or a rock on the slope instead. Mann indicates he has a contact.
Wynne suggests we need to get prices. Dunne indicated she would look into it.
Other Business
Gardner asks about the status of Pole Swamp Lane connection. Wynne indicates that the Mayor
intends to meet with the Deeleys and the Williams, but the meeting hasn't been scheduled yet.
Committee is informed of an upcoming conference hosted by DCR.
Adjournment
There being no further business to discuss, Brewster moves to adjourn at 8:50 p.m. Seconded by
Gardner. The motion carries 6 -0.
The next meeting of the Beverly Open Space and Recreation Committee will take place on
Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at City Hall, 3r Floor Conference Room at 7:00 p.m.