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community concerns regarding drainage and flooding
At the July 6 Conservation Commission meeting, officials continued the hearing for 127 Bedford Street. Concerns raised by neighbors included drainage, tree removal, and potential flooding. The Commission is requiring more... https://meetingwatch.org/ma/burlington/conservation-commission/2020-07-06/ #MeetingWatch #BurlingtonMA
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environmental impact of new development
The Redmond Street subdivision proposal—which includes a new roadway and stream crossing—was delayed until August 13. The Commission is currently weighing the impact this construction will have on local wetlands and... https://meetingwatch.org/ma/burlington/school-committee/2026-07-06/ #MeetingWatch #BurlingtonMA
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board decision-making process
Unanimous votes at the July 6 Conservation Commission meeting show a consensus on delaying major decisions for 127 Bedford St and Redmond Street. The goal: more data on how these projects will affect local water and drainage. https://meetingwatch.org/ma/burlington/school-committee/2026-07-06/ #MeetingWatch #BurlingtonMA
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Development concerns are mounting in Burlington. At the July 6 Conservation Commission meeting, two major projects faced intense scrutiny over their potential impact on our local environment and neighborhood safety. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #BurlingtonMA
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First: 127 Bedford Street. Neighbors raised serious questions about tree removal, drainage, and the risk of flooding on nearby properties. Instead of approving the permit, the Commission continued the hearing to demand more info on water issues.
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Second: The Redmond Street subdivision. This project involves a new roadway and stream crossing. Because of concerns regarding wetland impacts and stormwater management, the public hearing has been pushed back to August 13.
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The Commission is currently in a 'wait and see' mode, requiring applicants to address drainage and water management issues before any final decisions are made. We will continue to monitor these developments closely. https://meetingwatch.org/ma/burlington/school-committee/2026-07-06/
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At the July 6 Conservation Commission meeting, several development projects were scrutinized due to concerns regarding water management and environmental impact. Regarding 127 Bedford Street, the Commission heard significant concerns from residents about how proposed grading, landscaping, and driveway extensions might lead to flooding on neighboring properties. Because of these potential drainage and tree removal issues, the public hearing has been continued until July 9 to allow the applicant to investigate these impacts further. Additionally, the proposed Redmond Street subdivision—which includes a new roadway, stream crossing, and two new homes—is under review for its impact on local wetlands and stormwater management. The Commission has postponed the public hearing for this project until August 13, 2020, to ensure the environmental implications are fully understood. We will continue to track these decisions to ensure that local development does not come at the expense of our community's drainage stability and wetland protection. https://meetingwatch.org/ma/burlington/school-committee/2026-07-06/ #MeetingWatch #BurlingtonMA