02/22/1990 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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MASHPEE CONSERVATION C MMIS 11 MEETING of FEBRUARY 22� 1990 Co issioners present: Gertrude W. Simmons, V. Louise Behrman� Richard Halpern, Patrick Coffey, Harry Be rosiers, Joseph Burns. Robert Sherman, Conservation Agent, and Elizabeth Terry, Associate Member, were present also. The meeting was called to order at 79.10 p.Ml* The Commission was advised Burton Kaplan had called to withdraw his application stating there were more qualified applicants and he is considering other town boards. A letter is to follow. 7:15 RAYMOND C. GUILLME, JR. - Interview: Mr. Gnillette advised he is a. small business owner and teaches college part-time. Concerning problems unique to Mashpee, he stated the development; the cape in general and Mashpee were caught "off guard". He is a fresh water fisherman. There are many areas to be protected and preserved. To make the public more aware of the efforts to protect the environ e t by the Commission, Mr. Guillette referred to the clean up of the Mashpee River as the kind of event that would help and also programs in the schools. Mr. Guillette stated his time is flexible; he would be willing during the day to do on-sites, or research, if selected. He expressed interest in associate membership, if not full, or as a. consultant. Concerning priorities during the next two years, he cited the "Save our Ponds Program" and educating the public. Asked if a. choice between the environment and development where he would stand, Mr. Guillette stated , with development in general, if the area has value, there are different guidelines and different ground rules. He stated he would do the right thing for the environment; people on the development end should realize and understand this. Mr, Guillette apologized for the controversy connected with his name and expressed hope that the Selectmen will support the Cossion's choice. He would like to serve the town, on any board, in any capacity. Mrs. Simmons stated there are subcommittees with vacancies also. He asked to be considered and given a call. 7:30 NEW SEABURY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, Sand fence and walkover, continued from January 11, 1990. Brian Zeppenfeld presented details of the walkovers and. profiles.. die also presented letter re South. Cape Beach erosion which was ray into the record. Mrs. Simmons stated this is a trespass problem, the police should be called. He advised they were. It was noted under town bylaw no vehicles are allowed on the beach.