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3 Board of Selectmen Minutes Monday, July 10, 2000 Vanasse Hangen Brustlin: (continued) Correspondence was received from the Planning Board on this date relative to the project proposal. The roundabout approach as proposed was unanimously deemed the most suitable plan developed by VHB for the reconstruction of the intersection by the Planning Board. It was noted that the signalized alternative is estimated to cost$200,000. The roundabout approach is estimated to cost $250,000. A matrix detailing the comparison of alternatives was distributed to the Selectmen for additional consideration. Selectman Leveille opened the discussion to obtain public comment of the Route 130/Great Neck Road North intersection project proposal. Richard Halpern suggested that signage be incorporated into the project layout to direct interested citizens to the area of Mashpee Commons. Heidi Trottier,the owner of Mashpee Auto Repair, and Chamber of Commerce member related opposition to the roundabout. She favored the traffic signal system in the matter of vehicle and pedestrian safety. Former Director of Public Works, Ernest Virgilio stated that although the signalized approach is the safest alternative, it in not in the interest of historic preservation in the Town of Mashpee. Mr. Virgilio then added that he is not pleased with any of the concepts as presented to date. Tom Fudala, the Town Planner supported the Planning Board's recommendation for a conventional roundabout. Representative Nancy Caffyn agreed, and noted that the roundabout would enhance the historic district. After a lengthy discussion, the Selectmen directed Vanasse Hangen Brustlin to develop additional alternatives and related support documentation for further consideration. Traffic flow and pedestrian safety was designated a priority. Additional concerns include the future Mashpee Art House, the driveway access from Dunkin Donuts, the Bayberry Country Store, the private residence driveway, the historic district,the existing burial sites, and the flow of traffic from the Town Hall facility. increased land use for the project proponent was suggested as well as utilizing a T-shaped design configuration.