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4 10 <br /> Board of Selectmen <br /> Minutes <br /> November l ,201 <br /> APPOINTMENTS&I A INGS <br /> Medical Mari'uana of Massachusetts---.E oast Wellness Center � .: (contd) <br /> After hearing the presentations,the Board of Selectmen indicated the Town, <br /> including the Board of Health and Police Department do not maintain oversight <br /> on this matter, and there are no financial incentives for Ma h ee as new taxes <br /> would not be generated. It was noted that 8CWC has them facility in place, and <br /> MMM would be constructing a new building. <br /> Mashpee Chief of PoliceRodney-Collins indicated that from a police department <br /> perspective safety, security, and safety in compliance with the law is the number <br /> one concern. Chief Collis commented on prevention and diversion.. Chief <br /> Collins also stated that security o n the perimeter and cameras would prevent <br /> loitering. <br /> With regards to safety and security, Chief Collins indicated the MMM group has <br /> impeccable credentials. In the review process,the MMM team was noted to have <br /> sought out the Chief. Citing the public service recon, and civil component of the <br /> MMM group Chief Collins in his opinion stated they are gold standard,and <br /> recommended the MMM receive a strong letter of support. With regards to the <br /> Bast Coast Wellness Center,Chief Collins indicated he has no opposition to this <br /> organization. <br /> When asked of the proposed MMM facility on Echo Toad in concern to the <br /> neighborhood in the proximity of Route 130, it was explained the building would <br /> be sited down the road about V2of the way from Route 130. 1t is a stand-alone <br /> facility that would contain perimeter fencing and an on-site gate guard. The <br /> building would be designed with security in collaboration with the Town Manager <br /> and police Department. The new facility would also provide property tax revenue <br /> to the Town. <br /> Proponents of the Medical rung"uana of Massa hu etts group applauded Bast <br /> Coast Wellness Center for theyp roposed contributions to the Mashpe <br /> community. With a percentage of generated revenue,it is the intention of MMM <br /> to consult the Town regarding the preferred direction. However, key areas to <br /> address include the educational component, and agneas of addiction. . <br /> The MMM group indicated they do not intend to cultivate. There would not be a <br /> growth center in the Town of 1 lashpee. The Echo Road facility is a small facility <br /> proposed to dispense medication to those with an appropriate prescription. <br />