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Commission raises questions about long-running Kendall Pond treatment and state role
Summary
The commission discussed a long-running notice of intent for chemical treatment at Kendall Pond, noting the program has been active about 20 years and asking staff to check the last permit date and whether newer, less harmful chemicals are available. The commission asked staff to contact the state and the applicant for details.
Commissioners reviewed the water and wetland treatment notification and permit for Kendall Pond during the meeting and asked staff to follow up with the applicant and state regulators.
Staff said the Kendall Pond treatment has been active for about 20 years and that applicants periodically must refile or seek extensions. Commissioners asked whether newer treatment chemicals are available and what role state guidance plays in approving chemical choices.
One commissioner noted uncertainty about the last time the applicant appeared before the commission; staff said the previous appearance may have been in 2020 or 2025 and agreed to confirm the date. Commissioners requested staff contact the applicant and state agencies to get documentation on the most recent filings and any engineering or permit updates.
The commission did not take a vote on the permit at the meeting and asked staff to report back with the most recent application materials and any relevant state guidance.
Staff will provide the commission with an update after contacting the applicant and the state.
