Dighton Conservation Commission Discusses Wetland Restoration and Transmission Line Project

During the Dighton Conservation Commission meeting, issues concerning environmental conservation and infrastructure development were addressed, including the progress on the replacement of wooden transmission line structures with steel, a restoration plan for a property on County Street, and the confirmation of wetland resources on Antonio TNA Realty Trust’s land. The commission also discussed concerns about water drainage and the impact of construction on neighboring properties.

The meeting’s main focus was the presentation by a National Grid representative on the replacement of wooden AG frame structures with galvanized steel ones for the town’s transmission lines. The detailed construction phases, starting with the S8 circuit, included vegetation mowing, erosion control, and weekly environmental monitoring, which were all laid out for commission review. The commission requested a continuance to the following meeting to ensure a full quorum for a more discussion.

Further, the commission tackled a substantial restoration plan for a property on County Street. The property owner was instructed to provide a more plans with a legend for symbols, disturbance numbers, and notes on the removal sequence, following concerns over unauthorized work in the backyard. The property owner clarified that the wall removal close to the house was permitted by the building department, but the commission emphasized the importance of communication and adherence to regulations.

Another major point in the meeting concerned Antonio TNA Realty Trust’s property. The commission reviewed the wetland resource areas delineation provided by the trust’s representative and a civil engineer. A peer review by Weston and Sampson was pending, as the commission awaited a signed copy for assessment. The presence of vernal pools on the property, which had been farmland in the past, led to a discussion on the certification of these pools and the ecological considerations at stake. The hearing was voted to be continued, allowing the commission to further review the application.

In addition to these topics, the commission dealt with various properties facing environmental compliance issues. At 880 High Street, an enforcement order was discussed following unauthorized cutting on the property. The property owner was advised to obtain wetland flags to delineate the area properly and to restore natural vegetation within the no-touch zone. The commission also suggested providing a site map and a report for the planned activities within the buffer zone.

The commission expressed concern over a property where violations had been identified, including structures built in no-build zones and a pool in a protected area. The need for restoration and compensation for the impacted wetlands was discussed, with an environmentalist’s assessment and a site visit proposed to further evaluate the situation.

Water drainage concerns were voiced by a resident regarding a driveway construction project affecting their property. The commission clarified their focus on the property’s water flow and mentioned potential solutions like driveway relocation and water redirection. This issue was part of a broader discussion on water management and its impact on neighboring lands.

Moreover, the commission reviewed proposed changes to bylaws, which included the introduction of local and consultant fees, setback regulations, and the requirement for mitigation plans for pools. Coordination with other boards and the potential for a special town meeting to address these changes was also discussed.

In the realm of commission operations, the payment of bills was approved, and a new member’s volunteer application was accepted. Additionally, the commission planned a site visit to 2470 Pleasant Street to assess water drainage issues and possible mitigation strategies.

Note: This meeting summary was generated by AI, which can occasionally misspell names, misattribute actions, and state inaccuracies. This summary is intended to be a starting point and you should review the meeting record linked above before acting on anything you read. If we got something wrong, let us know. We’re working every day to improve our process in pursuit of universal local government transparency.
Town Administrator:
Michael P. Mullen, Jr.
Environmental Commission Officials:
James Digits, Jack Crawford, James Souza, Jason Lachance, David Phillips, Paul Reynolds, Leonard Hull, Jr, Lisa Caledonia (Conservation Agent), Maureen Kane (Office Assistant)

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