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Briarcliffe Acres Council reviews building-permit changes, plans Arbor Day and seal-coat work
Summary
At a March 3 workshop, Briarcliffe Acres officials declined to adopt new county roofing rules, heard updates on a stormwater grant, scheduled a May seal-coat road project and sketched Arbor Day plans for April 26; public comments raised dog-waste disposal and building-permit fee concerns.
The Town Council of Briarcliffe Acres met for a workshop on March 3, 2025, at Town Hall to review ordinance updates and operational items ahead of the next Town Meeting. Mayor Dave Buonviri called the workshop to order at 5:15 p.m. and said he will update the Council at the Town Meeting on a stormwater grant and a related survey. "I will update Council on the Stormwater grant and survey at the Town Meeting," Buonviri said.
Council members reviewed proposed changes to building-permit requirements following recent county updates. The council discussed more stringent county roofing requirements and agreed not to adopt those roofing changes at this time; members said they will continue reviewing other permit-related ordinances, including pet rules. Councilwoman Laura Pendley presented final changes to an e-bike ordinance that will move forward for further consideration.
Mayor Pro Tempore Peggy Bell said she will follow up with the town's audit firm to ask whether a "not to exceed" annual increase percentage could be added to the audit scope. Bell also announced that the Tree Board has approved a candidate and outlined plans for a Tree Canopy Mapping Workshop that residents can attend virtually or in person. She and the Clerk are coordinating a preliminary schedule for Arbor Day on April 26.
Councilman Brian McIntyre reported that a seal-coat road project is scheduled for May and that he will assist with early setup for the Arbor Day event. Councilman Brian Palliser said he is continuing to work with Total Lake Care on lake projects and noted that some needed road repairs fall in high-volume construction zones; he said he may have more information at the Town Meeting.
Councilwoman Pendley said the town will continue drafting communications to residents about water-line issues and seasonal landscaping. Chief of Police Kyle Lamparter said he will apply for a grant to help cover constable liability insurance, will verify conditions with two insurance companies, and plans to purchase replacement signs for those in disrepair. The mayor asked the chief to provide an update at the Town Meeting on the Hickory Lane cross-over and on a reported multiple-dog issue.
Town Clerk Jennifer Newbold said there were no matters requiring immediate attention but that she added several items to the upcoming Town Meeting agenda. During the public-input portion, residents raised concerns about full dog-waste bags and proper disposal as well as questions about building-permit fees. The Clerk announced dates and times for five upcoming meetings, and the workshop adjourned at 6:08 p.m.
The council did not take any formal votes during the workshop; items discussed will be revisited at the forthcoming Town Meeting for possible formal action.
