Catherine F Whalen

The board conducted several public hearings and reviews. Key actions included approving a 5' height waiver for a garage, a 4' side setback waiver for a garage addition, and re-approvals for two subdivision projects involving right-of-way elimination and a 10-lot subdivision with development deferrals. Additionally, the board approved the merger of six existing lots into three consolidated lots and renewed an annual conditional use permit for the seasonal use of an RV as a residence. The meeting also included updates regarding ongoing environmental court appeals concerning previous board decisions.

The board meeting will address requests for tax, sewer, water, and ambulance abatement from applicants. Additionally, the agenda includes a discussion regarding the town's tax year and consideration of the adoption of a formal resolution.

The board discussed and denied two abatement requests: one regarding property taxes and sewer charges for an estate, and another for sewer, water, and ambulance charges due to a lack of evidence. Additionally, the board deliberated on the potential adoption of a resolution to define the term tax year, ultimately deciding not to adopt it.

The board heard and acted upon two requests for abatement. A sewer usage fee of 180.00 dollars for Sandra Kirkland was approved for abatement due to a clerical billing error. Additionally, an abatement of 1393.29 dollars for ambulance bills submitted by James and Donna Coakley was approved based on financial inability to pay. The board also discussed an administrative resolution concerning the meeting agenda, which will be addressed at a future meeting.

The meeting featured a presentation from the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission regarding updates to the Town Plan, including statutory changes and land use mapping. The board addressed public hearings for a multiple curb-cut request and proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaw and Subdivision Ordinance, with both matters being continued to later dates. Extensive discussions took place regarding proposed updates to the zoning bylaws, covering access requirements, outdoor storage, parking, camper occupancy, and home occupation definitions. The commission also reviewed the progress and concerns related to the Municipal Planning Grant project, including project oversight and community outreach efforts. Finally, the commission received a legislative update concerning Act 181 and progress reports from the Energy Committee.