2/22/2016 BOARD OF SELECTMEN Minutes

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Board of Selectmen Minutes February 22, 2016 Discussion of Affordable Housine Feasibilitv Assessment/950 Falmouth Road. Brian Kuchar: Brian Kuchar of the Horsley Witten Group discussed preliminary findings relative to the feasibility assessment of three Town -owned parcels located at the 950 Falmouth Road site location. Mr. Kuchar indicated the initial study evaluates the potential for the development of affordable housing at the properties. The analysis includes a summary of existing site conditions, constraints, zoning, and recommendations for both site access and infrastructure. The parcels are referenced as Lot A; Map 93, Parcel 6 comprised of 2.49 acres, Lot B; Map 93 Parcel 7 3.26 acres and Lot C; Map 94, Parcel 7.08 acres. Mr. Kuchar stated that preliminary findings place Lot C as an area to delineate for the purpose of mitigation and natural heritage. All three parcels have been mapped as priority habitat of rare species, as estimated habitat of rare wildlife and certified vernal pools. Minimizing the disturbance to natural vegetation to Lot C will lessen impacts to the Eastern Box Turtle Habitat. The total developable acreage is 3.65 acres. Mr. Kuchar has estimated the site would allow for 63 bedrooms based on Title V regulations. It was noted that opportunities for the disposal of waste have been considered on site for the short term. However the long term scenario has not been determined. A wastewater treatment facility would allow for the increase in the number of bedrooms. At this time, one single building is envisioned. Due to zoning requirements there are height restrictions. With a full study, the wastewater option would be finther reviewed in detail. Mr. Kuchar recommended the Town consider a full study for the 950 Falmouth Road site. With authorization, cost assumptions for the study would be disclosed. OLD BUSINESS Anmoval of recommendation for fee increase for collection of electronics at the Transfer Station., DPW Director: Catherine Laurent, DPW Director was in attendance to recommend the Board increase the fees at the Transfer Station for the collection of electronics. The fee increases were outlined in a memorandum addressed to the Selectmen dated January 19, 2016. Ms. Laurent indicated the fee is intended to cover the cost to the Town of recycling electronics and televisions. There is no additional cost to the Town for the fee increase. Motion made by Selectman Gottlieb to authorize the Fee Increase for the Collection of Electronics as referenced effective July 1, 2016. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cahalane, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Gottlieb, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Cotton, yes Opposed, none