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o Q: Parking concerns and shared lot with Ebenezer Ale House; suggestion for coordination; clarification on 46 spaces and shared lot confusion. o A: (Jason Haven): Back half of property purchased and restriped; anticipating favorable changes at Ale House; exploring opportunities with Ale House/nearby landowners; acknowledges landlocked constraints. • Joseph Sherman: o Q: Manufacturing for another company (mead) and distribution logistics. o A: (Jason Haven): Alternating proprietorship; distribution via own vehicles; minimal trucking; majority wholesale offsite; some product in tap room. o Q: Wastewater handling. o A: (Jason Haven): Limited, near neutral after dilution; minimal volumes; no expected downstream concerns. o Q: Sprinkler requirement. o A: (Jeffrey Schieber): Likely not required due to size and use. • Margaret Bebak: o Q: Facade materials, condition, and maintenance schedule. o A: (Jason Haven): Match existing board-and-batten; periodic washdown/pressure wash; replace boards as needed; aged look intentional; front elevation largely unchanged; exposed beams wood. • Tim Hayes: o Q: Water pressure implications of upsizing to 2-inch inlet and ECWA submission. o A: (Jason Haven): Volume increases, pressure remains ~67 psi; faster fills and better concurrent use; cost-driven decision; seeks approval flexibility if funding allows. o A: (Jeffrey Schieber): ECWA must review new tap/backflow; applicant to submit. o A: (Jason Haven): Spoke with ECWA (Adam Massaro); no issues anticipated; will proceed when ready. • Tim Hayes: o Q: Dumpster location near Ale House. o A: (Jason Haven): Shared dumpster uses and access deeded into perpetuity per purchase agreement for both businesses to have usage. Public comments: • Chair called for residents’ questions—none. Motions and Recommendations: • Motion: Close public hearing. o Motion by: Chairperson Margaret Bebak o Seconded by: James Frick o Noes: None o Abstain: None o Motion carried • Motion: Table SPR 2026-008 pending results of variances and final submittal. o Motion by: Chairperson Margaret Bebak