12/02/2021 COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT COMMITTEE Minutes

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Community Preservation Committee Minutes December 2, 2021 Catherine Laurent Application: Multi -Purpose Track & Field Stadium Renovation: $1,709,400 (continued) It was noted the track dimensions are slightly modified, and the project would meet construction standards. Testing is required to ensure compliance. When asked if the project is specific with respect to CPA funds it was affirmed the costs associated to the artificial turf field are anticipated to be funded locally through the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Annual maintenance of the facility would be absorbed within the annual building and grounds expense budget. The DPW also performs testing under the general maintenance program. It is expected there would be public meetings and lobbying within the schools to garner support of this project. The community has been very supportive over the years for recreational improvements to schools and parks. The project has been fully endorsed by the School Committee and District Administration. Several CPC members offered comment with respect to this project. It was affirmed the track is original to the school construction. Due to the condition of the track, it is limited to public use. The fields are generally repaired during the summer months to help re-establish the natural turf. Synthetic turf will allow for more use and alleviate the use of fertilizers and herbicides. The Multi -Purpose Track & Field Stadium renovation project has been in queue as an essential project within the CIP program. The project is included in the FY23-FY28 CIP program for funding in FY23. Costs associated to the project have been reduced considerably. Approval from the Community Preservation Committee would assist in the leveraging of the project in the CIP program. Although the number of projects in the CIP Plan are not detailed it may be possible to fund the CIP portion inside the tax levy. With regards to site amenities, it was noted the water and the hydration station are included in the CPC utilities budget. Stadium lighting and the conversion to LED is listed under CPC cost projections. Energy efficient rebates would be applied for. Site amenities under the CIP would include an added audio system. It was disclosed the architectural budget is being funded by the DPW. The renderings at 50% design may reveal an increase in costs at 75% design. It was recommended the track be expanded from 6-lanes to 8-lanes to allow the Town of Mashpee to be competitive in state competitions. If the track will be completely demolished, why doesn't the Town do this right? It was noted that additional site amenities would be required to be improved, and a larger track may create constraints to the tennis court areas.