7/13/2015 UPPER CAPE REGIONAL TRANSFER STATION BOARD OF MANAGERS Minutes

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but did work. Additionally, Mr. Richards reported that the generator's worth was limited, likely only in the scrap market with no resale value. Mr. Richards noted that they were mindful of any retrofits or change of use that might trigger building code updates. Mr. Richards reported that they had been in contact with MassCoastal and that they would be meeting with them later today. Mr. Richards indicated that renewable energy production was a viable option, such as solar or digestion, though wind was unlikely to be an option. Regarding security concerns, Mr. Richards inquired whether the Base had expressed any concerns over the years. Mr. Segura responded that uses would need to be considered by the Base. Chairman Laurent reported that there had been no vandalism while the site was operational but that it had occurred on the rail cars that were stored on the property. W. Richards inquired whether a feasibility study at the site had ever been completed for renewable energy, to which the Chair responded there had not, though there are projects on the Base. Mr. Richards inquired about interconnection feasibility studies and Mr. Segura responded that he would forward the contact information of Rose Forbes with the Air Force Civil Engineer Center. Mr. Richards noted that an appraisal of the site and another review of the site would be conducted once future uses have been identified. Mr. Richards reported that they had been in contact with haulers regarding waste processing, transport and disposal needs and will continue to evaluate that usage. Mr. Richards inquired whether there were other aspects of difficult to manage waste that had been considered for the site such as white goods, compost or wastewater. The Chair responded that they had discussed compost and C&D but was considering the big picture. Mr. Goddard inquired about the radius of service that was considered and Mr. Richards responded that they went as far as Taunton and included the Cape, but not the Islands. The Chair recommended consideration of Martha's Vineyard. Mr. Cavossa referenced the landfills and transfer stations reviewed and inquired whether any were open to commercial haulers. Mr. Richards offered to provide a list of transfer stations that were open to commercial haulers. Mr. Scipione inquired about Martha's Vineyard waste transport and Mr. Jack confirmed that there was a contract with haulers who chose the final disposal site. Mr. Richards confirmed that they would continue to gather additional information about potential use, including speaking with local industries and the Rail and Eastern Salt. Mr. Richards stated that they were not hearing a great need for industrial bulk storage on the Cape, such as lumber or food product. Mr. Richards requested that Board members notify them of any other industries they should contact. Mr, Richards confirmed that they were keeping all options open. Mr. Goddard inquired why the appraisal would not be conducted until a use was identified and Mr. Richards responded that the value could change based on the uses identified. Mr. Scipione indicated that the appraisal would be based on the most advantageous use of the facility. Mr. Tilton pointed out that permitting approval would be unknown at that point, but Mr. Scipione indicated that the use would be evaluated as to whether it would be permitable. Ms. Rooney referenced limitations on subdivision of the property and suggested that it would be useful to identify limitations from the military standpoint. Additionally, Ms. Rooney noted that Patty Daley had been in contact with operators regarding sludge processing. Ms. Rooney also noted that a comprehensive list of options had been included in the RFP. Mr. Hunt inquired whether MassCoastal had provided a list of potential products they would transport and Mr. Richards responded that they had been vague about the specifics, but that they would be 2