1/14/2015 UPPER CAPE REGIONAL TRANSFER STATION BOARD OF MANAGERS Minutes

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Chairman Laurent inquired whether the fencing could be rented but Mr. Jack thought temporary fencing may not adequately secure the open area by the rail, though he stated he would look into it further. The Chair inquired whether the Base would check in on the site and Mr. Segura suggested they would not since it was located outside of the gate. The Chair suggested that Mashpee Police may be able to occasionally drive by and inquired whether occasional checks might be necessary. Mr. Jack confirmed that he had inspected the exterior lights to ensure that they were functioning, indicating that the electric would remain on, but also agreed it would be a good practice to check on the site. There was consensus from Board members for Mr. Jack to continue his work and address the closing of the facility. Chairman Laurent inquired about pest management and Mr. Jack responded that it was a nominal cost, approximately $35 per month, and that it had been effective, recommending the program be continued. Use of UCRTS for Short Terre Storage The Chair indicated that she had been contacted by Mashpee's Shellfish Constable seeking an outdoor location to overwinter clam shells. Currently the shells have been overwintered at the Dennis Transfer Station. Falmouth has also expressed interest in doing the same. Shells come from a fish processes and DEP requires overwintering in order to kill off anything remaining on the shell. Chairman Laurent was awaiting a return call from both Dennis and the Cooperative Extension regarding the details of the process. Mr. Tilton inquired whether it would create a rodent problem. Mr. Barrett cautioned the Board that it would smell. Mr. Tilton indicated that he did not have an issue as long as there were no concerns regarding the smell or potential rodent issue, adding that it could help to have more activity at the site. Finalization of Rail Shortfall Mr, Jack noted that the final rail shortfall would be available for the next meeting once Falmouth determined its final alternate tonnage. The Chair noted that both Mashpee and Sandwich had provided their trucking information. The Chair reported that she would follow up with Noonan regarding whether or not they had been paid by MassCoastal. Update of DLTA Grant for Feasibility Sturdy The Chair indicated that funds had not yet been released by the Governor. Sharon Rooney of the Cape Cod Commission would continue to meet with representatives from the Base. ENI A The Chair distributed drafts of the IMA, which remained generic as the final use had not yet been determined. On page 2, Mashpee Town Counsel's opinion was that municipal purposes were the only allowable use for the site. In section H, the Consent Agreement with the Base did not have an expiration, but it was specific to the use of waste and refuse, suggesting that the consent may need to be changed should the use change. Page 4 discussed Falmouth as the lead town and there was agreement among Board members to allow Falmouth to remain as lead provided they were willing. W. Jack responded that Falmouth would be willing to remain as the lead town. There was agreement to leave it as is, noting that it could be changed at a later date as needed. On page 6, regarding appropriation of costs which was based on usage, the Chair inquired whether the capital and operating costs would be shared equally and inquired how the Base would figure in to the equation. Mr. Jack pointed out that the Base was an ex officio member. The Chair stated that it could remain as costs being shared by the four towns until a future use 2