7/28/2016 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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The Agent spoke about the incident on the Fourth of July weekend at Popponesset Spit with the partying that took place and the cleanup effort. He said two posts have been erected at the parking lot at the end of Wading Place Road. It is owned by Mass Fish and Wildlife. He contacted Popponesset Bay and Popponesset Beach Association and they said they are blocking off the area to control the access. They have security out there during the summer months. He has a copy of a MOU regarding what took place and t he hours of operation. There will be satellite parking at the club and the fishermen can walk down to the beach. It was noted that the fishermen are not the problem. Also noted was there is a need for be more Police presence. The Agent stated he would send a copy of the MOU to the Commissioners. Discussion: Amending Conservation Land Bylaw Chapter 173, Regulation 1: boat docking on Conservation land beach areas – Johns Pond/Santuit Pond/Mashpee Wakeby Mike Cotter, a resident of John’s Pond and a steward at John’s Pond stated a small group of people are making a mess for everyone else. He said they have had an influx over the last few years of out of town people with boats and jet skis. He explained they are using the Conservation area and he is picking up trash. They have now moved over to the f ish ladder property and are using private property. Mr. Cotter said he notified the homeowners’ association. He said they are tying off the boats to trees and the Harbormaster is aware of the situation. The Agent noted there is nothing specific in the regulation regarding fines regarding boats on the beach. Motorized vehicles or docking of boats on beach is prohibited. This could be put added to the regulations. Mr. Cotter said he is open to the Commission’s suggestions. He said the gate has been left open when it shouldn’t be. He stated that there should be no tethering to the trees, no overnight camping, no leaving a boat overnight. He didn’t want to make rules that would affect the people that abide by the rules. The Agent suggested making some changes to the Bylaw for adoption at town meeting. Discussion: Request for proposals for Johns Pond fish ladder erosion control The Agent said he is in the process of doing an RFP for the fish ladder at John’s Pond. He noted it is entirely clogged. Motion: Mr. McKay moved to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Rogers. Vote unanimous 5-0 Respectfully Submitted, Judy Daigneault Recording Secretary 6