Summary
Highlights
Meeting Opening and Appointments00:00:10
The meeting begins with the pledge of allegiance and approval of previous minutes. The board discusses the process for recommending an alternate member to the select board and establishes rules regarding formal inquiry forms for public questions.
Zoning Ordinance and Home Enterprises Review00:04:03
Consultant Blair works with the board to review and clarify zoning ordinances, specifically focusing on home enterprises and home-based daycare. The board discusses the need to simplify definitions and address potential contradictions in Article 22.
Manufactured Housing and Multi-Family Zoning00:51:09
The discussion shifts to manufactured housing and multi-family zoning requirements. The board considers prohibiting manufactured housing parks to ensure compliance with state mandates while maintaining the town's character, and debates density and lot size standards for multi-family units.
Wetlands Protection and Regulatory Standards01:29:19
The board addresses the lack of formal wetland setbacks in current regulations and discusses the importance of creating protections for water resources. They also touch upon recent legislative updates regarding road length restrictions and subdivision standards.
Financial Report and Administrative Closing02:12:46
The board reviews the current contract status for their consultant and discusses administrative procedures, including the importance of proper appointment paperwork and adhering to the seven-day submission deadline for agenda items.