10/12/2011 UPPER CAPE REGIONAL TRANSFER STATION BOARD OF MANAGERS Minutes

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rail on the Cape. N-. Podgurski reported that rail cars left the UCRTS 5-7 tons lighter than the cars from the Yarmouth Transfer Station, impacting costs incurred by Mass Coastal. It was suggested that compaction by bucket was insufficient and that Yarmouth utilized a backhoe to compact the trash every 1/4 of a load. Mr. Podgurski indicated that denser trash could allow an additional 10% in the car, reducing costs to the Rail. The Chair inquired about the difference in volume and Mr. Podgurski reported that Yarmouth provided 100,000 tons. Mr. Jack noted that the cost of a backhoe totaled $80,000-$100,000. Mr. Cavossa requested that the Board of Managers reconsider his proposal that the UCRTS offer recycling, trans loading, MSW and CBD and that it be run by the private sector to encourage competition and reduce the challenges faced by municipalities. There was discussion regarding Bourne's plans to add recycling and the issue of competitive rates. Ms. Laurent recommended that recycling was worth considering while reviewing UCRTS' future, noting that Mashpee was hauling its recyclables to Avon and suggesting that further discussion occur at the next meeting. Mr. Goddard inquired about trans loading at the UCRTS and whether there were restrictions. Mr. Segura reported that the state of Massachusetts owned the property, which was leased to the � Air Force, licensed to the Air National Guard and that consent had been issued to the UCRTS by the Air Force. Mr. Segura noted that UCRTS must work with the State for permission to use the property. Ms. Laurent reported that she had contacted the Division of Capital Asset Management (DCAM)but had not yet received a response. Mr. Podgurski agreed that permission should be sought soon for any change in use and suggested that he may have a contact that could assist with contacting DCAM. Mr. Cavossa indicated that there had been discussion over a 15 year period about trans loading commodities and expressed concern about the costs of rail switching fees. John Pearson, Vice President at Mass Coastal, described the company's interest in increasing the economic vitality of the UCRTS and working cooperatively. Mr. Pearson indicated that the operation was under new management and had more resources to assist the UCRTS. Mr. Pearson also reported that one rate was available for switching fees, adding that it was not a complicated relationship. Mr. Cavossa inquired about a timeline for bringing commodities to the Cape and Mr. Pearson responded that when a customer chose to ship, it could arrive in one day to a few hours. Mr. Podgurski referenced a prior effort to work with Falmouth Lumber using the UCRTS for free, adding that Mass Coastal was looking for larger jobs at that time, but that they would now consider smaller sized jobs in cooperation with the UCRTS. Mr. Jack referenced the previous agreement noting that nothing was offered to the UCRTS and Ms. Laurent stated that Mass Coastal was now offering credit. Mr. Jack also reported that the Falmouth Board of Selectmen had expressed concern regarding change of use and increased access to the UCRTS and would like to have a say in any changes. Open Meeting Law Ms. Laurent reminded Board members to ensure that agendas be posted and that approved minutes be provided to their Town Clerks. It was also noted that Mr. D. Barrett was the Bourne representative to the Board and that Mr. Goddard was the alternate. OTHER.BUSINESS 3