Westbrook public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council adopted several resolves and orders, including non-union wage adjustments and the appointment of election officials. The council also declared its intent to seek additional bond financing for the Downtown Westbrook Parking Garage. Several other bids and purchases received first readings.

• Approved appointing Election Warden & Ward Clerks for 2023 (6-0-1)
• Approved appointments to Planning Board, Recreation & Conservation Commission, Public Safety Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals (6-0-1)
• Approved wage adjustment for non-union personnel (6-0-1)
• Approved amendment to Public Safety Building HVAC replacement bid (6-0-1)
• Approved official intent for additional bond financing for Downtown Westbrook Parking Garage (6-0-1)
• First reading approved for General Obligation Bonds issuance
• First reading approved for Warren Recreation Outdoor Complex revitalization bid
• First reading approved for acceptance and expenditure of National Opioid Settlement Funds

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on two development proposals. The first is a subdivision amendment for the Rock Row South Campus to shift parcel lines and create a new lot. The second is an 8-unit multi-family subdivision at 40 Bell Street on an existing private road. The board will also workshop a proposed ordinance amendment to create a minor vs. major site plan review process.

• Rock Row South Campus subdivision amendment to shift parcel lines for lots 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 9 and create new lot 10
• 8-unit multi-family subdivision proposed at 40 Bell Street on Christie Way
• Proposed Land Use Ordinance amendment to create minor vs. major site plan review process
• Staff recommends approval of Rock Row amendment with conditions including new road name and draft deeds
• Applicant may submit open space fee in lieu of $4,022 for the 40 Bell Street project

The Board approved an amendment to the Rock Row South Campus subdivision to shift parcel lines and create a new lot for a CMP substation. An application for an 8-unit multi-family dwelling at 40 Bell Street was continued to a future meeting for final design. The Board also held a workshop to discuss proposed changes to the Land Use Ordinance regarding site plan review tiers.

• Approved Rock Row South Campus subdivision amendment to shift parcel lines and create Lot 10 (5-0)
• Continued 40 Bell St 8-unit multi-family subdivision application to allow for final project design (5-0)

City Council

The City Council elected Councilor Turcotte as President and Councilor Morse as Vice President for 2023. The council also approved several orders for police equipment and a pool feasibility study. Mayor Foley announced the 2023 administrative appointments and the new meeting location at Westbrook High School.

• Elected Councilor Turcotte as Council President for 2023 (7-0)
• Selected Councilor Morse as Vice President for 2023
• Approved Order 2022-165 for Outdoor Pool Feasibility Study & Geotechnical Investigation (7-0)
• Approved Order 2022-166 for purchase of four police cruisers (7-0)
• Approved Order 2022-167 for purchase of mobile data terminals for police cruisers (7-0)
• Approved Order 2022-168 for purchase of radar speed detection units for police cruisers (7-0)
• Approved Order 2022-169 for purchase of police K-9 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 17, November 7, and November 21, 2022

City Council

The City Council adopted several orders regarding police equipment and public transit. They also approved an easement for 1 Westbrook Common and updated the Westbrook Common vendor list.

• Approved emergency purchase of two police cruisers (7-0)
• Approved acceptance and expenditure of Bureau of Highway Safety Traffic Grants (7-0)
• Approved appointments to the Greater Portland Transit Board of Directors (7-0)
• Accepted Greater Portland Transit District's 2022 Formula for Municipal Contributions (7-0)
• Authorized easement for 1 Westbrook Common from Para, LLC (7-0)
• Amended Westbrook Common Vendor List (7-0)
• First reading approved for outdoor pool feasibility study and geotechnical investigation
• First reading approved for purchase of four police cruisers, mobile data terminals, radar speed detection units, and a police K-9

City Council

The City Council adopted multiple orders regarding justice and highway safety grants, sidewalk easements, and a DEI consultant. The council also appointed Dean Prindle as Tax Assessor and confirmed the 1999 Downtown Westbrook Revitalization Study.

• Approved acceptance of 2022 Bureau of Justice Assistance grant (7-0)
• Approved sidewalk easements for Saco Street & Eisenhower Drive project (7-0)
• Approved bid for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Consultant Services (7-0)
• Appointed Dean Prindle as Tax Assessor (7-0)
• Adopted amended Public Safety Answering Points Agreement (7-0)
• Approved license agreement for Community Seasonal Ice Skating Rink (7-0)
• Confirmed adoption of January 15, 1999 Downtown Westbrook Revitalization Study (7-0)
• Approved first reading for emergency purchase of two police cruisers (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Westbrook Planning Board will hold public hearings on four development proposals, including a 12-lot subdivision on Brook Street and a 204-unit residential complex at 984 Spring Street. The board will also workshop two Rock Row South Campus projects. A decision on the Eagles Lane Subdivision includes a recommended $22,464 impact fee for road improvements.

• Public hearing on 12-lot Eagles Lane Subdivision at Brook Street, with $22,464 impact fee for Brook Street improvements
• Public hearing on 204-unit residential complex at 984 Spring Street
• Public hearing on 4 single-family units at 891 Bridgton Road
• Public hearing on 15,240 sq ft commercial addition at 860 Spring Street
• Workshop on 350-unit Rock Row South Campus Phase 3 and road/utility system

The Board approved a 12-lot subdivision at the Falmouth line, a 4-unit residential project on Bridgton Road, and a commercial building addition on Spring Street. A 350-unit residential proposal for Rock Row South Campus was reviewed in a workshop for future action.

• Approved 12-lot Eagles Lane Subdivision with $22,464 impact fee (5-0)
• Approved 4-unit residential development at 891 Bridgton Road (5-0)
• Approved 15,240sf commercial building addition at 860 Spring Street (5-0)
• Tabled 204-unit residential complex at 984 Spring Street for final design and permits (5-0)
• Continued review of 350-unit Rock Row South Campus subdivision for further design (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several development projects, including a 12-lot subdivision on Brook Street and an 8-unit condominium project. The meeting also includes a workshop for residential developments on Austin Street and Bell Street.

• Eagles Lane Subdivision: 12-lot proposal on Brook Street with $22,464.00 in required impact fees
• Rivermeadow Residential Development Phase 1B: 8-unit single family condominium development via Arnie’s Alley
• Rock Row Medical Office Building: Proposed medical office complex including a parking garage and retail
• 333-341 Austin Street, LLC: 24-unit condominium subdivision proposal
• 40 Bell Street: 8-unit subdivision proposal by MTR Development

Planning Board

The Planning Board is considering several site plans and subdivisions, including a request for a two-year extension for a mixed-use project at 21 Saco Street. The board will also hold a public hearing for a new commercial building on Spiller Drive.

• 21 Saco Street: Request for two-year extension for mixed-use building with 29 residential units
• 31 Spiller Drive: Proposed 15,000sf multi-tenant commercial building
• Eagles Lane Subdivision: Proposed 12-lot subdivision with a recommended $22,464 impact fee
• Rivermeadow Residential Development Phase 1B: Proposed 8-unit single family condominium
• 860 Spring Street: Proposed 15,240sf commercial building addition

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider site plans and subdivisions for residential developments on Lincoln Street and Nicklaus Lane. The board will also review a proposed amendment to the Land Use Ordinance regarding minimum dwelling unit sizes in the City Center District.

• Phase 1 of Rivermeadow Residential Development at 216 Lincoln Street (29 single-family lots and 43.6-acre land conservation)
• 60-unit affordable senior housing development on Nicklaus Lane
• Proposed amendment to Land Use Ordinance §335-5.1 to reduce minimum dwelling unit size in City Center District
• Workshop for a 9-unit multi-family dwelling on Conant Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several site plan extensions for municipal solar projects and a columbarium garden. The body is also reviewing subdivision requests for the Rock Row campus and proposed amendments to the Land Use Ordinance regarding utilities and residential units in the Downtown District.

• Proposed 192-unit multifamily residential complex at Maple Grove Subdivision
• Proposed 35,000sf office and maintenance building at 594 County Road
• Proposed 15,000sf multi-tenant commercial building at 31 Spiller Drive
• 2-year site plan extensions for Rocky Hill and Sandy Hill solar projects
• Land Use Ordinance amendments to allow residential units on first floors of parcels on Spring Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on amendments to the Mechanic Street parking garage project and discuss several new residential subdivision proposals. The board will also consider proposed amendments to the Land Use Ordinance regarding utilities and private ways.

• Public hearing for Mechanic Street Parking Garage & Subdivision facade and unit relocation
• Phased development amendment for 118-unit Brooks Edge Farm Subdivision on Brook Street
• Conditional use request for a home daycare at 2 Stonewall Way
• Workshop for 204-unit residential complex at 984 Spring Street
• Proposed Land Use Ordinance amendments regarding utilities and private ways

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a site plan and subdivision amendment for the Mechanic Street Parking Garage and Subdivision. The proposal includes revisions to garage façade elevations and the relocation of residential units to the east end of the site.

• Proposed amendment to Site, Subdivision and Village Review application for Mechanic Street Parking Garage & Subdivision (Tax Map: 032 Lot: 007A)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a phasing plan for the Rivermeadow Residential Project, including 29 single-family lots and a 43.6-acre land conservation parcel. The board will also consider a land use ordinance amendment for Millbrook Estates and two workshop items.

• Rivermeadow Residential (216 Lincoln Street): Update on Phase 1 featuring 29 house lots and 43.6 acres of conservation land
• Millbrook Estates (Westbrook Housing Authority): Proposed amendment to Land Use Ordinance Contract Zone 1 regarding Low Income Housing Tax Credit standards
• 2 Stonewall Way: Conditional use request for a home daycare for up to 12 children
• Woodlawn Cemetery: Site plan for the Arthur P. Girard Columbarium Garden including four niche walls
• Lincoln Street Reconstruction: Developer commitment to provide roadway construction drawings for Mayberry and Lincoln Streets

Planning Board

The Planning Board is holding public hearings on a conditional use permit for a church and several land use amendments. The board will also conduct workshops regarding subdivisions at the Rock Row North and South campuses.

• Conditional Use permit for Enlightened Christian Gathering Church at 1 Westbrook Common
• Dissolution of a 4-lot subdivision at 35 Seavey Street
• Zoning Map Amendment to expand the Village Review Overlay Zone for New Ventures, LLC
• Site Plan Amendment for a seasonal outdoor Restaurant Class 2 at Rock Row Phase 2
• Subdivision requests for Rock Row North and South Campuses by Dirigo Center Developers, LLC

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing several development proposals, including a 55-unit affordable senior housing project on Stroudwater Street. Other items include zoning map amendments for Spring Street and the Downtown District, as well as site plans for medical and retail buildings.

• 55-unit affordable senior housing development on Stroudwater Street
• Zoning Map amendment to rezone 984 Spring Street from Industrial Park to Highway Services
• Land Use Ordinance amendment to allow multifamily dwellings in the Highway Services District
• Medical office, parking garage, and retail building at Rock Row
• Expansion of the Village Review Overlay Zone in the Downtown District

Planning Board

The February 1, 2022, meeting was canceled. Agenda items will be tentatively placed on the March 1, 2021 agenda.

• Public hearing for 2021.31: 55-unit affordable senior housing development by Westbrook Development Corporation and Stroudwater Apartments LP on Stroudwater Street (Tax Map: 034 Lot: 221)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing several residential developments and a zoning amendment. A primary focus is the final approval of a 118-unit subdivision on Brook Street, which includes specific infrastructure impact fees.

• Brooks Edge Farm Subdivision: Proposed 118-unit subdivision (58 duplexes) with a $5,200 per-unit impact fee for Brook Street improvements
• Methodist Road: Public hearing for a proposed 10-unit development by Methodist Homes, LLC
• Waterhouse Farm Preserve: Workshop for a 13-lot subdivision and 38-unit condominium complex at 547 Saco Street
• 984 Spring Street: Proposed zoning map amendment from Industrial Park District to Highway Services
• Land Use Ordinance Amendment: Proposal to allow multiple-family dwellings in the Highway Services District