10/5/2020 BOARD OF SELECTMEN Minutes

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3 Board of Selectmen Minutes October 5, 2020 APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS DPW Director Catherine Laurent: Update on Department of Natural Resources Building: (continued) A new Natural Resources building will enable the consolidation of all operations into a single facility to meet the critical needs of the department. It was noted the building configuration was paired down due to cost constraints and input into the design was provided by the DNR and Shellfish Departments. The DNR currently utilizes space at the Mashpee Police Station, and rents space for operations. The new facility would resolve the space constraints bringing forth effective management for this department. Schematics of the design are located in the Office of the Town Manager and would be disseminated to the Board of Selectmen for additional review. The Board of Selectmen in reviewing the proposal recommended the two structures be consolidated to utilize more of the asphalt surface at the site location. A basement was also considered to provide additional square footage to the building and functionally offer added storage space. The project was presented to the Board for informational purposes. No action was required by the Board of Selectmen at this time. Discussion of Route 130/Great Neck Road North Intersection: Catherine Laurent, Director of Public Works recommended the Board advance to the preliminary design phase for the replacement of the traffic signal at the Route 130/Great Neck Road intersection with a roundabout for safety and to alleviate traffic congestion. Ms. Laurent indicated there have been a lot of traffic issues in this area. Although there may be challenges with the abutting properties to the north, the initial analysis conducted by the Cape Cod Commission has demonstrated some traffic improvement with the roundabout configuration. The home and businesses on the north side of the intersection may require easements and combined access to improve accessibility. It was agreed that traffic is problematic during the summer months. It was suggested the abutters and commercial property owners be consulted regarding this proposal. It was also noted that large commercial trucks and public safety vehicles traverse this area and it may be difficult for navigation and safety response. There may be challenges for pedestrians and bicyclists. A second study advancing to preliminary design would further identify the feasibility and concerns to be addressed. Motion made by Selectman Sherman to move forward with a preliminary design study regarding the replacement of the traffic signal at the Route 130/Great Neck Road North intersection with a roundabout. Motion seconded by Selectman Gottlieb. VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton,yes Selectman O'Hara,yes Selectman Sherman,yes Selectman Gottlieb,yes Selectman Weeden,yes Opposed, none