02/17/2021 MASHPEE COMMUNITY GARDEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE Minutes

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MASHPEE COMMUNITY GARDEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE (MCGAC) MEETING MINUTES February 17,2021 7:00 P.M. *Virtual/Remote Meeting* Public Call In for Comments (646) 558-8656 Meeting ID 870 9386 6801 and Passcode 372094 CALL TO ORDER Chairwoman Scharfenberg called the meeting to order at 7:13pm. Introduction of Attendees Virginia Scharfenberg, Lynn Harris, Mohamed Fand, and Frank Galello were present. Last Meeting Minutes of 2020 Motion: Mrs. Harris moved to approve the 11/18/2020 minutes, Mr. Galello seconded. Vote: 4-0 unanimous COMMUNICATIONS and CORRESPONDENCE N/A REPORTS • 2021 garden season sign-ups and Wait List to date -Virginia Scharfenberg Ms. Scharfenberg has been in contact with Cynthia Bartos from the Conservation Department, who has been handling the 2021 MCGAC applications. We currently have 17 of last year's 20 gardeners renewing for 2021, and currently 5 people on the waitlist for 2021. • Compost bins— Lynn Harris and Frank Galello Mr. Galello and Mrs. Harris gave an update on the compost bins that were constructed last year and what the expectation is going forward. We need to research different options for a roof for the bins, adding chicken wire, and making sure we have the necessary tools to aerate the compost. Mr. Fand mentioned that horse manure can be obtained for free from Maushop Equestrian Center in Mashpee. NEW BUSINESS: • Proposed update to MCGAC Bylaws—Virginia Scharfenberg Ms. Scharfenberg reviewed minor changes to the bylaws,to be sure they are accurately reflected on the website; It was decided to leave the term "Mashpee Residents"vs. "Property Owners" when talking about applicants. This can be revised in the future if necessary. Beds need to be cleaned out by November 1, unless written approval for a later date is obtained. The bed sizes will be changed to reflect the current accurate dimensions. 1