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August 9, 1954
The meeting was called to ~order by the Ohalrman at 8:50 P.M. in
the Town Bu21ding.
Members present: Nicholas F. Nicetta,'Ohairmanand Ralph~Finck.
This was a special meetin~ With the Advisory Board concerning the
planning consultants and proposed re-zoning plan of the Planning Board.
Eembers present from the Advisory Board were; Thomas Wilkinson, Chair-
man, James Dewhlrst, Job,'Hanson and Hugh Mc01ung. James McClung was
present representing the Taxpayer's Association in place of Arnold
Salisbury.
Mr. Nicetta explained to the Advisory Board that this Planning
Board wanted to inform them about what is going on regarding the planning
consultants and the re-zoning plan, and would like to get their thoughts
on the matter.
Letters that the Planning Board had received from the Planning
Consultants that had been interviewed, were then passed around to the
Advisory Board members to be read and discussed.
Mr. James McC1ung, representing the Taxpayer's Assoc. explained
the interest his organization has in the re-zoning plan of the Town
and that they want to do everything they can to help out with the plan.
Mr. John Hanson explained that the Board of Trade has a booklet
with suggestions for re-zoning. This has been worked on for two years
and is a complete report.
Mr. Wilkinson said the Planning Board should get an adequate amoun~
of money in order to carry the plan out properly, but it does not
necessarily mean the most expensive consultant.
Mr. Nloetta read a list of a proposed 0ommtttee to work with the
Planning Board.
Mr. Wilkinson stated that the Advisory Board would give their
support .to the Planning Board to assist in helping the plan go through.
They would be glad to do what they can. They know tBmt it is something
that has to be done.
Mr. Nicetta explained the necessity of the Master Plan- Which
plan re-zones with the future in mind. This costs about $1500. He
thinks we should ask for $5000, which would include the Master Plan
and would do the Job right.
Mr. Wilkinson stated that the Advisory Board. would not want to
commit themselves at this time. They would want good clear reasons
for asking for that money. ~The Board should have enough information
to be able to present it properly to the people at the Town Meeting.
After more discussion, it was decided to have another special
meeting with the Advisory Board, at which time Mr. Blackwell and Mr.
MacNeil, Planning Consultants, will again explain their programs.
August 9, 1954- Oont.
Letters will be written to these two men, and if possible, hold the
meeting on Monday, August 23rd. Mr. Blackwell to appear at 7:00 P.M.
and Mr. MacNe l[ at 9: O0 P.M.
The meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
Signe~irman
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