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seeking to.grow the museum., stating that the museum hosts 50,000 annual visits, with 30,000 <br /> occurring in the summer. The Children's Museum has been a destination, which could be desirable <br /> for Mashpee Commons, and Ms. Cotton indicated that land had been identified for the museum on <br /> Route 151 across from the library. Ms. Cotton also suggested the possibility of remaining at their <br /> current location:,renovating and accessing nearby outdoor trails to incorporate a science component. . <br /> Ms. Cotton noted the intent that, if they were to build, they would build a LEED certified structure. <br /> Ms. Cotton indicated the benefit of moving to Mashpee Commons where there would be more <br /> parking available for rainy days and accessibility to shopping and restaurants. Ms. waygan noted <br /> .that the Children's Museum could serve as a land steward to green space. Ms. Cotton also <br /> referenced their efforts to host a playground,but due to liability to Mashpee Commons, they were <br /> unable to do so. Mr. Koohariafi emphasized that there must be a way to have land transferred to <br /> Mashpee m order to have a playground built. Mr. Roberts suggested building a playground at the <br /> Senior Center. <br /> Mr. Kooharian summarized that there.would be an opportunity to have some influence with the <br /> private development of what has become the center of town. Mashpee Commons is in business and <br /> wants people to visit. Mr. ooharian emphasized that a more attractive space would bring in more <br /> to shop and eat at the restaurants. Mr. Kooharian also emphasized the need for the Town to <br /> people p - <br /> have its own piece of property in the center,which could also be used by Mashpee Commons. <br /> Selectman O'Hara suggested that protecting the green was most important and that it should b e ' <br /> writing, adding that if it were transferred to the Town the protection could be guaranteed. <br /> Additionally, the Trout Pond area,with its sensitive issues, would be a great location for the <br /> Children's Museum. Selectman.O'Hara noted the original intent to leave the area natural with <br /> f walkiAg trails although a building could overlook the pond. S electman O'Hara noted the <br /> importance of not burdening the Town and stated that mitigation funds may be available to connect <br /> sidewalks and bike paths. Mr. Fudala stated that the area was surrounded by trails but that there <br /> were no connections through Mashpee Commons. <br /> Mr. and Mrs. Roberts stated that they were familiar with the biking and hiking trails in Mashpee, <br /> but noted that it would be nice if there was more connectivity to the trails. Mrs. Roberts stated that <br /> they moved to Southport where there was open space but wished.that there was more access to the <br /> various trails. Mrs. Roberts added that increased-opportunities for-their grandchildren would be <br /> appreciated. <br /> Mr. Martiros requested that there be a connection established between the high school and Mashpee <br /> Commons. Mr. Kooharian stated that Mr. Storrs had discussed a path to the high school as well as <br /> fl o o ding abandoned cranberry bogs to provide public skating. <br /> LOCATION OF PARK& TRAM ROUTES <br /> Ms. Wayg an recommended taking a closer look at the open Space Plan prior to discussing this <br /> topic f uxther. <br /> PARK P.ACELITIES &AMENITIES <br /> There was discussion regarding preferred park facilities and amenities to include: safe and decent <br /> pg <br /> arkin ,public restrooms,jogging trails with exercise activities, safe/labeled walking trails, skating, <br /> 3 <br />