5/12/2009 WATERWAYS COMMISSION Minutes

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Sewer Commission AdvisoryCommittee- Al Wickel reported on the last meeting. Openings for the District Commission members were discussed. TEXTRON Grants for sewer testing and permitting were available. Barnstable County Dredge: no report Water Quality: Steve Pinard reported that the water Quality Test Team will be holding a Boat Captains meeting later in the day. Bay Managers will be working with their teams to select and assign volunteer crew positions,process for sample pick-up and drop-off,and communication flows.volunteers and Training Program meetings are being scheduled for June. Steve Pinard reported on the Conservation Law Foundation meeting and seminar held on May 9h, at the CCCC. It was very informative as it included a strong panel, with many experts who discussed wastewater and the future ofCape Cod Bays. Public Access: Perry Ellis noted that repairs are being undertaken at the Town landing docks at the Mashpee River and Great River in Mashpee. Hardware had been obtained by Perry Ellis and volunteer labor for installation was offered by Marls Burtis, Little River Boat Yard. Al wiekel noted that he was able to provide additional needed foam float material to complete float repairs.It was noted that frequent volunteer assistance has been offered by both Mark and John Burns, Little River Boat Yard and Marina,to the Mashpee Harbormaster Office and this has been very appreciated. The waterways Commissioners also noted their gratitude for this service. Old Business: Stere Pinard noted that lean Bates had sent the letter requested by the Commission at the last meeting to the Board of selectmen. Copies were forwarded earlier to waterway Commission members. New Business: Al wickel noted that he has had conversations with a number of Town residents regarding the deplorable condition of the Mashpee Nivea'. The residents urged a focus by the Waterways Commission on this area to help keep the River workable as a water source and usable for recreation. The discussion commented on funding difficulties as a key issue facing the Town for maintenance dredging efforts. Comments regarding potential availability of State and Federal Grants under the Stimulus Packages were exchanged,with agreement that the Army Corps of Engineers involvement could be a significant plus for funding efforts. It was agreed that further discussion as to wags to explore funding needs to take place. Perry Ellis also noted the reed for immediate attention ofthe waterways Commission regarding the Popp nesset Bay Permit FP's and related process for the recently approved dredging permit funding by the Town Meeting. Correspondence none motion to adjourn at 10-. AM,was made by ferry Ellis,seconded by Tim Leedham and unanimously approved. NEXT MEETING WILL BE TUESDAY JUNE 99 2009,9:00 AM,MEETING ROOM 43 AT THE TOWN HALL