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Communication: Planning Board re: Paper 197-23 (Amendment of Title 12.08.020 To Change Zoning District of Four Parcels (5 Island Hill Avenue, 1038 Main Street, 1100 Main Street, 1128 Main Street) from Highway Business to Neighborhood Business)
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Dear Councilors:
On July 17, 2023, the Planning Board and City Council Ordinance Committee jointly held a public hearing regarding the above-referenced proposed amendment.
After the public hearing, on July 17, 2023, a majority of the Planning Board, namely, five of the nine members present, decided to recommend to the City Council disapproval of the amendment.
For your reference, enclosed please find the Planning Report & Recommendation dated July 17,
2023, with attachments, which was presented at the public hearing.
Finally, please be advised, that, if the City Council fails to act on the amendment within ninety (90) days of the date the public hearing closed, a new duly advertised public hearing must be held. Accordingly, the final date for action is October 15, 2023.
I am available to discuss and answer any questions regarding the Planning Board’s
recommendation. Please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Michelle A. Romero