protect the lake and our natural resources
Local Update on Proposed Hotel Project at
0 Lakeshore Center:
Bridgewater Conservation Commission
Hearing Continued to Thursday, November 14th at
5:30 PM via Zoom
AGENDA POSTED BELOW INCLUDES ZOOM INFO
Please send a public comment to the Bridgewater Conservation Commission or obtain further information
[email protected]
Bridgewater, MA Wetland Protection Bylaw
0 Lakeshore Center:
Bridgewater Conservation Commission
Hearing Continued to Thursday, November 14th at
5:30 PM via Zoom
AGENDA POSTED BELOW INCLUDES ZOOM INFO
Please send a public comment to the Bridgewater Conservation Commission or obtain further information
[email protected]
Bridgewater, MA Wetland Protection Bylaw
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The site is located in the Hockomock Swamp, an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC). The Department of Conservation and Recreation defines the ACEC designation as places in Massachusetts that receive special recognition because of the quality, uniqueness and significance of their natural and cultural resources...Designation of an ACEC increases environmental oversight by increasing state permitting standards through elevated performance standards and lowering thresholds for review.
Acres of trees will be cut for this project.
Work is proposed within the 100-foot buffer zone of wetland resource areas. No work should be permitted within the buffer zone. The Conservation Commission has jurisdiction over lands that are 100-feet from bordering vegetated wetlands: 100-feet from the bank of a stream, water course or interment and bordering land subject to flooding defined by elevation of 100 year storm.
The wetlands on the project site are hydrologically connected to Lake Nippenicket via a stream identified as "perennial" on the USGS Topographic maps, however is identified as "intermittent" on the site plan. Perennial streams are protected by a 200-foot Riverfront Area.
Cumulative environmental impacts of the phases of Lakeshore Center have not been fully reviewed.
Lake Nippenicket is mapped as BioMap Core Habitat: Aquatic Core. BioMap Core Habitat is defined as “areas critical for the long-term persistence of rare species, exemplary natural communities and resilient ecosystems.” Lake Nippenicket is an impaired water body according to the EPA!
The Eastern portion of the site is within FEMA Flood Zone A. Flood Zone A, which is defined by FEMA as a “Special Flood Hazard Area” indicating a high risk of flooding.
The Project site is on the Zone II Aquifer for the Town of Raynham. Water quality needs testing.
Impact to archaeological sites. Historic and archaeological resources are an integral part of the environment. Conservation Commissions can have an impact on tree cutting and open space. Preservation of open space protects historic structures and sites.
Acres of trees will be cut for this project.
Work is proposed within the 100-foot buffer zone of wetland resource areas. No work should be permitted within the buffer zone. The Conservation Commission has jurisdiction over lands that are 100-feet from bordering vegetated wetlands: 100-feet from the bank of a stream, water course or interment and bordering land subject to flooding defined by elevation of 100 year storm.
The wetlands on the project site are hydrologically connected to Lake Nippenicket via a stream identified as "perennial" on the USGS Topographic maps, however is identified as "intermittent" on the site plan. Perennial streams are protected by a 200-foot Riverfront Area.
Cumulative environmental impacts of the phases of Lakeshore Center have not been fully reviewed.
Lake Nippenicket is mapped as BioMap Core Habitat: Aquatic Core. BioMap Core Habitat is defined as “areas critical for the long-term persistence of rare species, exemplary natural communities and resilient ecosystems.” Lake Nippenicket is an impaired water body according to the EPA!
The Eastern portion of the site is within FEMA Flood Zone A. Flood Zone A, which is defined by FEMA as a “Special Flood Hazard Area” indicating a high risk of flooding.
The Project site is on the Zone II Aquifer for the Town of Raynham. Water quality needs testing.
Impact to archaeological sites. Historic and archaeological resources are an integral part of the environment. Conservation Commissions can have an impact on tree cutting and open space. Preservation of open space protects historic structures and sites.
Local Update: Bridgewater Planning Board
approved the Site Plan for the hotel project
during its January 3rd meeting.
Thank you to all who sent comments and attended the public hearings/meetings on May 17th, July 19th, August 16th, September 20th, October 18th, November 1st, December 6th December 20th and January 3rd.
Bridgewater Zoning Ordinance (9/8/23)
Planned Development District Presentation by Councilor Moore (46:27)
Site Plan and Additional Information
approved the Site Plan for the hotel project
during its January 3rd meeting.
Thank you to all who sent comments and attended the public hearings/meetings on May 17th, July 19th, August 16th, September 20th, October 18th, November 1st, December 6th December 20th and January 3rd.
Bridgewater Zoning Ordinance (9/8/23)
Planned Development District Presentation by Councilor Moore (46:27)
Site Plan and Additional Information
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State Update : MEPA Decision on
Lakeshore Center: Phase IV
MEPA decided that the SDEIR for Lakeshore Center Phase IV adequately and properly complied with MEPA and has directed Claremont to file a Final Environmental Impact Report . The MEPA decision is attached below for your review. Public comments received were referenced in the document. LNAFT will provide further updates (and deadlines for public comment) when the FEIR for Lakeshore Center: Phase IV is filed with MEPA.
Thank you to everyone who sent comments to MEPA!
Download SDEIR HERE (See Attachments)
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