3/26/2015 MASHPEE-WAKEBY LAKE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE Minutes

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5 Environmental Oversight Committee Minutes October 14, 2015 Mashpee Comprehensive Wastewater & Nitrogen Management Plan CWMP : Update on Final Approval and Implementation: (continued) Although many of the Cape towns are in different planning phases in term of watershed compliance, this process will reveal their target, and allow up to five years in time for serious implementation. If a town does not achieve what is imposed in their permit, legal action can be warranted. In Mashpee, Popponesset Bay will be the initial focus. Under the new regulations of the Clean Water Act, this is the first issued watershed permit. The Town of Mashpee is expected to present a united positon with the Towns of Barnstable and Sandwich in this approach. Thereafter, Waquoit Bay will follow with joint management from the Towns of Falmouth and Sandwich. Estuary Restoration/Shellfish Propagation --- Update: It was reported the oyster and quahog seeds funded through Barnstable County and the Community Preservation Act are doing quite well. With the passing of Article 5 additional quahog and oyster seed along with cultch will continue the initial phase of the implementation of the shellfish component of the Comprehensive Wastewater and Nitrogen Management Plan. AmeriCorps volunteers along with seasonal staffing have supported the propagation program. It was noted there is additional funding from the first phase of the project to continue with staff support. Over 1,100 oyster permits have been issued this year, an approximate increase of 300 permits over last season. The oyster harvest begins on November I". In moving forward, the scallop seeding program has also increased. Scallop season began on October I". To date, the harvest has been productive. Fertilizer Bylaw and MDAR State-wide Plant Nutrient Regulations: Discussion of implementation, enforcement, promotion & education of residents and professional companies, including notice to COLA: To further promote and educate professional landscape, a notice of the Mashpee Nitrogen Control Bylaw (enclosed) was presented to the EOC members for distribution to the Cape Cod Landscape Association (COLA) and its members. Motion made by Mr. Gottlieb to distribute the Town of Mashpee Nitrogen Control Bylaw to the Cape Cod Landscape Association as referenced. Motion seconded by Mr. York. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Talbot, yes Mr. York, yes Mr. Gottlieb, yes Mr. McKay, yes Mr. Cummings, yes Opposed, none