Article 35 - Citizen Petition: Protect Orchard House from Stormwater Runoff

ARTICLE 35. To determine whether the Town will vote to urge the Town Manager in consultation with the Public Works Commission and Historic Districts Commission, to take action to remedy the inundation of stormwater runoff impacting Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House resulting from changes to the grading and slope of Alcott Road in 2018.

Article Explanation

Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House had no stormwater runoff issues until the reconstruction of Alcott Road altered its slope. Instead of directing runoff to the stormwater drainage system on the east side of Alcott Road, the new grading now channels water onto the apple orchard and surrounding land, resulting in the loss of two apple trees so far. We seek to work collaboratively with the Town to find a solution to this issue.

Article Motion

No motion anticipated.