The meeting began with discussion regarding an enforcement order for a property on King Street. The commission addressed unauthorized tree removals near a drainage channel and a vegetated wetland on the property. Dwight Long, the property owner, had appointed Joe Cotaldo, the builder, to represent him. The commission members had visited the site earlier and noted multiple tree removals within the estimated 100-foot buffer zone. Cotaldo assured the commission that an engineering firm would flag the property and conduct a tree inventory, with plans to present permitting requirements at the next meeting. The commission ratified the enforcement order issued on September 10, 2025.

The focus then shifted to a proposed electrical equipment area at 97 and Mil Road, introduced by Dave Kessing from the Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments. The proposal included a battery energy storage system with representatives from Citizens Energy and the Moren Cameron Group. Following discussions with the fire department, a tight tank contamination system was introduced to address potential incidents. The commission emphasized the importance of reviewing the proposals thoroughly, given the novelty of the technology and the implications of the fire department’s requirements. Concerns were raised about the containment strategies for hazardous materials, particularly regarding chemicals that could leak from storage containers. The design included robust containment measures and a proposed tight tank to secure potential leaks, with plans for annual inspections to ensure safety and compliance.

A significant portion of the meeting focused on emergency response measures. Discussions centered on the containment of contaminated water during emergencies, with a strategy involving a valve to prevent overflow into nearby waterways. The design specifics of a containment system, referred to as a “bathtub,” were debated, with emphasis on ensuring adequate capacity for firefighting water. The need for a truck to collect contaminated water was highlighted to prevent it from entering the brook, with the fire department’s protocols deemed critical in determining the emergency response strategy. The conversation underscored the importance of clarifying operational parameters to avoid complications during emergencies.

The commission also addressed a waiver request for tree removal and driveway installation on Beaverbrook Road. The waiver pertained to work within a sensitive area of 0 to 50 feet from wetlands. The commission discussed the unique site conditions and the necessity of the waiver for the project to proceed. Concerns were raised about the potential impact on wildlife due to the proposed driveway’s width and the implications of tree removal. The commission agreed that further exploration of the waiver was necessary, with a motion made to continue the discussion at the next meeting.

Additionally, the commission reviewed ongoing projects, including an Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation (ANRAD) for a property on King Street. The delineation was sent for third-party peer review, confirming that Wetland B was an isolated vegetated wetland. The commission approved the delineation revisions, which included updated buffer zones based on peer review feedback.