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F .. <br /> f, <br /> Article 2 <br /> To see if the Town will vote to appropriate and transfer from available funds $65,000 to <br /> the Mashpee Memorial Park Account, or take any other action relating thereto. <br /> Submitted by the Board of Selectmen <br /> Explanation: The Town of Mashpee, in conjunction with the Mashpee 2000 <br /> Committee, a private, not for profit group organized to mark the coming of a new <br /> millenium for Mashpee,.is working on the construction of a Memorial Park in Mashpee. <br /> This small project is an important step for our Town in that it is our first park dedicated <br /> to honoring those who have fought for the freedoms we enjoy, and will also serve as a <br /> long-standing, inspiring and beautiful gift to the residents of Mashpee. <br /> The site of the park is the prominent location at the corner of Great Neck Road North <br /> and Route 130, directly across from the Town Hall at the site of"Collins Lot". The park's <br /> attractive design includes a memorial to honor Mashpee Veterans who have served in all <br /> wars, as well as a platform for outdoor performances and a kiosk for Mashpee events. <br /> u' In order for the park to be a successful project, it is critical to receive community <br /> support and funding to aid the Town's efforts. The total cost of the park will be about <br /> $130,000. The Mashpee 2000 Park Committee has requested funding from the Town <br /> for approximately half of the total cost, with the remainder to be raised through <br /> community pledges. <br /> Recommendation: The Finance Committee recommends approval. <br /> Motion to be made by Wayne Taylor. <br /> Motion: I move the Town vote to appropriate and transfer from revenue available for <br /> appropriation $65,000 to the Mashpee Memorial Park Account. <br /> j <br /> 1 , <br /> 2 <br /> J <br /> woo <br />