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

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meeting with them to discuss it further. Chairman Laurent inquired whether MassCoastal would be looking for a full time use and asked whether it would then be a shared use. Mr. Richards responded that they would consider a shared use and Mr. Scipione agreed. Mr. Goddard inquired whether a rail use could occur if other assets were built on the 18 acres or would it have to sit within the building and Mr. Scipione responded that they were not assuming usage only of the facility, but would identify some of the added costs to be incurred. Mr. Hunt reported that the Army at Hanscom has requested that the property be included in their lease, in order to maintain the railhead. Mr. Goddard inquired whether MassDevelopment would still receive the property. Mr. Carter responded that MADOT Rail would own the property, not DCAMM, and the Army would have rights to it. A loading and mobilization area would be planned that would still allow a commercial use of the property. Mr. Carter emphasized the goal to keep Joint Base Cape Cod on the Cape. Mr. Hunt added that there was consideration of the redevelopment of the lower area for a wastewater treatment plant as well usage of the rail for transportation of items such as buoys for WHOI or the Coast Guard. Mr. Segura pointed out that if the Army took control of the property, MassDevelopment would not be the owner of the property. Mr. Carter confirmed that they have included the railhead in their property request but that it would need to be authorized to be added to their lease. Mr. Jack inquired whether the Army was seeking control of the entire 18 acres or the rail bed and right of way of the rail bed. Mr. Hunt stated that they were seeking control of the acreage with the UCRTS parcel extending to the base boundary. Mr. Jack indicated that it would make it difficult to redevelop the property for use unless it was known that a ramp was needed for loading and its location. Mr. Hunt felt that the ramp would not be located near the UCRTS parcel and described the location of an additional 3-track system. Mr. Segura referenced that there were similar risks back when the UCRTS initially entered the agreement, though Mr. Jack pointed out that it was a municipal risk and not a commercial risk. Mr. Hunt indicated that there would be no confirmation until the Army was authorized the transfer. Mr. Scipione indicated that their purpose was to identify the best use of the facility but they would consider the risk once the uses were identified, Mr. Cavossa referenced salt use and described the challenges faced by businesses regarding acquiring the salt. Mr. Cavossa indicated that if salt could be purchased in advance and stored locally, they would not be faced with being cut off from acquiring the salt ordered and needed, which would benefit residents and municipalities. At the next meeting, Mr. Richards anticipated being able to provide additional information regarding zoning, waste needs and more specific reuse ideas. There was agreement to meet on August 24 at 2 p.m. Mr. Goddard requested that an aerial map be brought to the next meeting. The Chair inquired who would be best prepared to speak to uses not compatible with the military and Mr. Segura responded that he felt Mr. Hunt may be the best resource. Mr. Hunt confirmed that the military will require review and assessment of environmental considerations. Distribution of Signed IMA to Members The Chair stated that Bourne was still awaiting signatures, but that the IMA had been approved. Approve Minutes of May 2015 Meeting MOTION: Mr. Tilton made a motion to approve the minutes of May 25. Mr. Jack seconded the motion. All voted unanimously. 3