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PlanningBoard | 2014-01-27 | 3 | Board member Knox White commented on the way the building sits on the lot and how it interacts with the neighborhood. He asked why the big driveway, and why at this location. Mr. Ford talked about the flow-thru from Hibbard to Grand Ave., entry on Hibbard and exit on Grand., and is a continuous route. The idea was a smaller building by stacking the building, and dividing it into three zones. Board member Knox White asked how often is the current EOC used. Chief D'Orozi stated this EOC will be used much more then the current one, more than once per month. President Burton opened the meeting to public comment. Speaker Ms. Nadia Borisima, owns property against the site on Hibbard. She stated this is the first time seeing the design and hasn't seen any environmental reports. She stated this is a very large facility and would cause substantial disturbance to residents. They already have a truck route and now this big building. She purchased the house five-years ago and if she had known this she wouldn't have bought her home. She is concerned by chemicals proposed to be used, the hawk population in the trees, construction and traffic noise. President Burton closed the item to public comment. Board member Zuppan commented on the EIR stating there was nothing in the trees. Mr. Andrew Thomas, City Planner, stated when there was a site visit there were no nests in the trees, but any trees being removed need to be revisited by surveyor. Mr. Bob Haun, Public Works Director, reported the city has a biologist on contract and the site will be surveyed next week. President Burton reported this subject is item 8 on the condition of approval. Board member Zuppan reiterated the bird hitting windows issue and this should be addressed. She is concerned with the sight of the building in the neighborhood and the traffic / parking. Board member Alvarez-Morroni thanked the speaker and suggested reviewing documents on the city website. Board member Tang asked if the Chief had attended any of the community meetings. He asked about community outreach. Mr. Nguyen stated mailing went out, and flyers at houses were dropped off. Approved Regular Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 7 January 27, 2014 | PlanningBoard/2014-01-27.pdf |