6/11/2015 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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subsurface sewage disposal system to meet Title 5 regulations and local health regulations. Proposed work includes a new septic tank and soil absorption system within the paved driveway area. All disturbed areas by construction shall be restored to match existing conditions. The limit of work will be established prior to excavation. The wetland resource areas will be protected during the project. The Agent stated Board of Health has approved the application. The SAS is situated more than 100 ft away from the bordering vegetated wetland associated with Ashumet Pond. The Agent noted where the septic work is taking place on the photos. He recommended a negative determination. No comment from the public Motion, Mr, Sweet moved a negative determination, seconded by Mr. Rogers. Vote 4-0 unanimous 6:30 David A. Jaye, 40 Popponesset Island Road. Proposed removal of existing wood walkover structure and construction of pier, ramp and Boat. NOI The Agent noted the applicant has requested a continuance to July 23 at 6:09 p.m. Motion: Mr. Sweet moved to continue the hearing at the request of the applicant, to July 23 at 6:09, seconded by Mr. Rogers. Vote unanimous 4-0 6:12 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services, 1437 Great Hay Road, 141 Airy Brown Road, 27 Wells Road. Proposed culvert removal and stream restoration at Abigails Brook Owner of record United States of America, Town of Mashpee. Resource Area: land t,1nder Water Bodies/Waterways, _,and Sulhject to Coastal Flooding, Salt Mai-sit, BV%Nl. Torn Eagle, U. S. Fish and Wildlife Services, explained they did the culvert work on Great Hay Road and were successful in restoring tidal flow into the system into an abandoned cranberry bog. He said the project in Abigails Brook would be to remove existing water control and restore natural stream channels. The banks of the stream will be sloped to prevent erosion The width of the stream in this area will be tied to existing upstream and downstream bank lines. The stream bank will be reinforced with rip rap and a 30 ft long foot bridge is proposed to allow for continued pedestrian traffic and wildlife conservation The Agent noted the brook on the photos provided and the improvements proposed. He said stream restoration and culvert removal projects is actually endorsed by DEP. He wanted the commission to be updated on this type of work that is being conducted by the US Fish and Wildlife Services and hopefully we will see herring coming thru the area. No comment from the public Motion: Mr. Sweet moved a negative determination,seconded by Mr. Rogers. Vote unanimous 4-0