8/8/2016 BOARD OF SELECTMEN Minutes

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a Board of Selectmen Minutes August 8, 2016 APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS Public Hearinff: Annlication for new Shellfish Aquaculture License (Shellfish Grant) by Michael Ronliock, 82 Sunset Circle, Mashpee, MA: (continued) Mr. York explained that Great River is an area which requires water quality improvement and shellfish restoration. The proposed oyster farm located on the south end of Great River would be situated approximately 300' from the navigation channel. In addition to the restoration of the shellfish population in this area, the project would assist in filtering algae and the removal of nitrogen from the river. Spawns of the shellfish growing on the site would also be carried by tidal flow to seed and restore shellfish populations in other areas. The site location would include bottom grow cages as well as visible floating cages in the prime growing season. Floating bags are necessary as a result of the muddy bottom, but limited to only 25% of the area. The proposed site located more than 100' from the beach is not in a public use area. Ken Bates Chair of the Waterways Commission indicated the commission has imposed a stipulation that access would be granted for any future dredging projects by the Town of Mashpee. Mr. Ronhock stated he is in agreement and would work in compliance with this mandate. Regarding the fixture dredging of the channel, Mr. Bates indicated the Waterways Commission would notify Mr. Ronhock of dredging, one-year in advance. Prior to dredging, the applicant would then be required to remove the shellfish equipment during the fall of the dredging period to alleviate any liabilities to the Town. Mr. Bates stated this stipulation is also a part of Richard Cook's shellfish grant, and this mandate should be stipulated on Mr. Ronhock's aquaculture license. Mr. York indicated the shellfish project is significant to the Town of Mashpee. This aquaculture project is not a part of the Town's Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan. However, it will add to the overall nitrogen removal program. In concern to the beach site on the Waquoit side of the river, the Board asked Mr. Ronhock if he would be agreeable to relocating the grant after the 10 -year period when the license is subject to renewal. It was noted the parcel is a very desirable piece of land, but currently there is no road access to the site. Mr. Ronhock stated he would be agreeable to the relocation of the grant if it is so warranted. The Board opened the Hearing to solicit comment. Being none, the Board acted as follows; Motion made by Selectman Sherman to close the Public Hearing. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman Cahalane, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none