MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE

VIENNA PLANNING BOARD HELD MAY 23, 2018

At 6:00 PM regular members Waine Whittier, Alan Williams, Creston Gaither, and Tim Bickford met with contractor Jim Meader  at Jim and Sherri Shunney’s site on Whittier Pond, depicted on tax map 11 as lot 6-T, to consider their proposal to build a single family dwelling on the parcel, the Board noted that both the proposed septic field area and the proposed house site appear to be well-elevated above the pond.

At 6:20 the Board  met with Scott Horne at Ricci Viscusi’s parcel on Flying Pond (depicted on tax map 11 as lot 11-H), to informally discuss the buildability of this lot. Very steep slopes were noted; it was agreed that the Shoreland Zoning ordinance should be reviewed regarding slope and applicable regulations. Creston has surveyed this lot and will check his field notes for data pertinent to its slope.

At 6:45 the Board met with builder Neal Schultz on Gregory and Carrie Schulze’s lot on Parker Pond, depicted on tax map 11 as lot 43-P.They have a small shed about 8 or 10 feet from the pond near the southwesterly corner of the property, and would like to make it a screened in gazebo. Prior owner Ray Anderson’s casual recreational use of the shed in the past was noted.  The Board agreed to discuss this proposal at its imminent meeting at the Town House .

At  7:10 PM the Board convened its formal meeting at the Town House, being joined there by Jim and Neal. Minutes of the April 25 meeting were read and accepted.

The Shunneys’ proposal was reviewed with Jim, whom they have authorized in writing to act as their agent in this matter. Jim was advised that he will need a subsurface waste disposal (SSWD) permit.

Based on Jim's sketch and verbal representations,and its site visit, and contingent upon issuance of a SSWD permit, and a favorable review of the flood hazard maps, The Board determined that the project as outlined above:

1. Will maintain safe and healthful conditions;
2. Will not result in water pollution, erosion, or sedimentation to surface waters;
3. Will adequately provide for the disposal of all wastewater;
4. Will not have an adverse impact on spawning grounds, fish, aquatic life, bird or other wildlife habitat;
5. Will conserve shore cover and visual, as well as actual, points of access to inland waters;
6. Will protect archaeological and historic resources as designated in the comprehensive plan;
7. Will avoid problems associated with floodplain development and use; and
8. Is in conformance with the provisions of SZO Section 15, Land Use Standards.

The Board then voted unanimously to authorize Creston to issue the usual SZO permit by letter for this proposal.

The Schulzes’ proposal was  discussed. Section 12.C.5 of  the SZO was reviewed briefly. It was noted that the SZO does not define “change of use,” which requires  a written application and a SZO permit. The Board voted 4- 0 that given the context of the SZO and its intended purposes  and its lack of a definition of “change of use,” the Schulzes’ proposal does not constitute a  change of use  and thus does not  require a permit.  Creston will check the flood maps as it was noted that portions of the Parker Pond flood zone are known to extend unusually far inland from the shoreline.

Regarding the aforementioned Viscusi lot, the SZO was reviewed with regard to steep slopes—slope is not discussed in the Ordinance except in its definition of a Resource Protection District, and the SZO map clearly shows that this lot lies within the Limited Residential District.                                                     

The Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM.

Creston Gaither, secretary
 

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VIENNA
PLANNING BOARD HELD MARCH 28, 2018

The meeting convened at 7:00 PM at the Town House. Regular members present were Alan
Williams, Creston Gaither, and Tim Bickford. Alan was elected Acting Chairman in Waine
Whittier’s absence. Minutes of the February 28 meeting were read and accepted.

Alan says Jim and Kathy Meader are holding off on the project discussed in the January
minutes until they can further study recent Shoreland Zoning Ordinance changes.

The Town adopted the Board’s proposed ordinance changes at Town Meeting earlier this
month. The consensus of the Board is that we met the letter of the law as to the public hearing
and scheduling.

The Meeting adjourned at 7:20 PM.

Creston Gaither, secretary

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VIENNA
PLANNING BOARD HELD APRIL 25, 2018

The meeting convened at 7:00 PM at the Town House. Regular members present were Waine
Whittier, Alan Williams, Creston Gaither, and Ed Lawless. Also present were Ned and Kay Van
Woert. Minutes of the March 28 meeting were read and accepted.

The Van Woerts want to build a lean-to about 300 feet from their house near Whittier Pond. It
is unclear what waste disposal system would be required. It was suggested that they discuss this
with Plumbing Inspector John Archard.

They were advised that they will need a Shoreland Zoning Ordinance permit and documentation
as to the suitability of the waste disposal.

Creston will send Waine a copy of the Subdivision Ordinance in Word format.

Waine will complete a survey we received from the Dept. of Commerce.

Creston will have the Subdivision Ordinance as revised at Town Meeting recorded at the
Registry of Deeds.

The Meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM.

Creston Gaither, secretary

1. Reviewed and dispersed the mail.
2. The selectmen read and accepted the minutes from the previous meeting.
3. The selectman discussed the News Letter
4. The selectmen pulled the required property cards in preparations for April 1st.
5. The selectmen looked over a resident property card at their lenders request and faxed them the requested information.
6. Meeting Adjourned.

1. Reviewed and dispersed the mail.
2. The selectmen read and accepted the minutes from the previous meeting.
3. Reviewed and signed Warrant # 05 ($16282.15)
4. The selectmen discussed an issue about the Cross Road with a town resident. The resident wanted to know how the section of the road beyond his driveway was closed. The road was closed in 1997 (closed by abandonment – it had not been maintained by the town for 30 years - however it was left open for public access) He has been having issues with people using the road going to Kennebec Highlands.... they have been blocking his driveway, not controlling dogs, etc. It is more of a problem in the winter than the summer. He wanted to know what recourse he had to preserve the peace and quiet of his residence, since there are other ways to enter the Highlands from Vienna. He will put a “Please Park Here” sign at the bottom of Cross Rd. He will also be contacting Kennebec Highlands and Tom Saviello.
5. April 9th at 2:00 pm, the Town House Committee will meet with a rep from Bangor Savings Bank regarding the Waugh account. Dodi and Treasurer Marti Gross will also attend the meeting.
6. The selectmen reviewed the Bank Reconciliation report.
7. The selectmen discussed the recycling program. Scott from Riverside Disposal reported to selectmen that recycling now costs $51 per ton. Vienna recycles 5-6 tons each month. The selectmen will be looking into possible single stream recycling for Vienna and will include the Merry Dumpsters in the discussion.as well. A new three-year contract will be signed this year for Waste Removal.
8. The selectmen discussed the Fire Department’s safety gear and helmets with the fire chief. This cost is about $2,200.00 per complete outfit. All Vienna Firefighters are within date gear. Fire safety gear needs to be replaced every 10 years.
9. Meeting Adjourned.