05/29/2008
from the Kennebec Journal
QUESTIONS REMAIN
No complaints from those who switched to Somerset County center
Vote on 1 may hurt some in election
Steeple at center of debate in Whitefield
VETERANS REQUIRE ASSISTANCE: Homelessness takes center stage
J.P. DEVINE: Overcome sadness with hope
BASKETBALL: NBA Hall of Famer Barry doles out advice at Thomas College
HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY: Maranacook sophomore Mace dominates Class B field
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Owner of topless coffee shop on the comeback trail
Officials report cheaper, better service after switch
Two people in critical condition
Young Marines stick to program
Issue of homeless veterans at center stage
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Board members unanimously allowed Carl Farris to build a 72-foot-by-100-foot addition at Lakeview Lumber Co. on Lakeview Drive.
They attached several conditions to their approval, some aimed specifically at responding to public comments hearing.
For example, a neighbor complained that trash from the business blew onto surrounding land. Farris had already moved his Dumpster to a more sheltered location, but board members directed him to take the additional step of replacing the open Dumpster with a covered one.
There was also a complaint that employees used a loud public address system early in the morning. The board and Farris agreed that will not be used before 7 a.m. Mondays through Saturdays, 8:45 a.m. Sundays.
Before Farris gets a building permit, board members will require a letter from China Rescue Chief Danny McKinnis, saying the addition does not impede access for emergency vehicles; a revised highway entrance permit from the Maine Department of Transportation; and written approval from the state fire marshal.
In the interim, they agreed he can have preparatory earth moving done but cannot start the foundation.
Also approved Tuesday evening were:
* Jason and Melissa Finley's revision to their Weeks Mills Road subdivision, dividing one lot into two lots;
* Cleveland Street LLC's plan to convert part of Pellerin Campground off Vassalboro Road into no more than 16 cabins, with a condominium form of ownership; and
* O'Brien Oil Company's application to convert the former Dog Days Café on Route 3 into an office and display area.
The Planning Board's June 10 meeting at China Middle School will feature a presentation on the draft revised Comprehensive Plan.




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