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does not recommend the addition of chemicals. The group has researched SolarBee's solar <br /> powered circulator and supports its use in Santuit Pond and believes that it would be a good <br /> financial choice allowing access to grant funds. Mr. Waxman provided case studies of the <br /> technology to the Committee. Mr. Waxman stated that 6 units would be needed for the pond at <br /> $52,000 each. A quote for $312,000 was provided to Mr. Waxman and would include delivery, <br /> installation and anchoring. Following the initial 2 year warranty, an additional warranty can be <br /> purchased. Maintenance for the units is minimal. The Friends of Santuit Pond have also <br /> searched for grant opportunities, particularly at the state level, which tend to be smaller grants. <br /> Section 319 appears to be the largest source, but only $1.5 million total will be available to <br /> Massachusetts. Mr. Waxman described amounts received locally by Sandwich, suggesting that <br /> requests for 319 funds may require two stages. Mr. Waxman noted that Cape Cod has been the <br /> recipient of 10 grants over the years. The Chair responded that he has spoken with Section 319 <br /> funders and they tend not to support new technology. Mr. Waxman responded that the <br /> technology has been effective on over 300 ponds nationally. Chairman Cahalane recommended <br /> that.multiple sources be pursued for funding. Mr. York thanked the Friends of Santuit Pond for <br /> their work. <br /> Committee members supported SolarBee as an option, but also questioned the reverse layering <br /> technique. Ms. Waygan stated that AECOM's recommendations to reduce the sources of <br /> phosphorus be implemented. Of the AECOM recommendations, Mr. Theis supports SolarBee, <br /> but prefers consideration of bio-remediation. Mr. York also supported SolarBee but <br /> recommended that, for purposes of funding, other options be considered. Mr. York suggested <br /> that SolarBee will offer a quick response to the problem but that additional long term solutions, <br /> such as reverse layering, also be investigated. Selectman Cahalane suggested that a <br /> recommendation be made to the Board of Selectman for an immediate solution. Mr. Baker <br /> initially supported the use of alum until it was noted that additional treatment would be needed. <br /> Mr. Baker stated that SolarBee would be 76%-81% effective but that an additional method <br /> would be needed. Mr. Baker suggested the circulator as the most cost effective approach while <br /> addressing issues of phosphorus. <br /> Mr, Baker also advised that wording regarding the recommendation to use SolarBee in Santuit <br /> Pond be converted to "solar powered circulator" since an RFP will be needed when pursuing <br /> grant money and other funding sources. A discussion ensued regarding 319 grants and a possible <br /> 40% match. Mr. Baker recommended consulting with the Cape Cod Commission regarding use <br /> of the circulators and Chairman Cahalane noted that the final report is currently being considered <br /> by the Commission. <br /> Chairman Cahalane questioned whether the Committee wishes to learn more about the reverse <br /> layering method. Mr. York recommended contacting the funding sources, such as the EPA, to <br /> learn whether or not they would support use of such a method. <br /> Mr. York made a motion to consider other alternatives that come up after the final report. <br /> Mr. Theis seconded the motion. All approved unanimously. <br /> It was clarified that use of the solar powered circulators would be recommended to the Board of <br /> Selectmen along with input from the Cape Cod Commission. Additionally, alternative methods <br /> 3 <br />