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be started anytime,but they'd prefer no later than July.They do 19 spawns per year,and already have 3 <br /> done in 2022.They just need to identify a spot and then decide on oysters,clams,etc...They would need <br /> staff to work it daily,and would love to get going this year. <br /> Mr.McElligatt asked if the nursery/farm would have to be in an approved area.Rick Sawyer said yes. <br /> Employment is critical,we need to have a staff.We could possibly use the nursery/farm as training for <br /> people to eventually get their own grant.We'd like to get about 6 acres,in different locations.Mr. <br /> McElligatt asked if they would consider the nitrogen plan when looking at locations,Rick Sawyer said he <br /> thinks they would be able to consider that when choosing a site. <br /> Mr.Christensen said 6 acres seems like a lot.Mr. McElligatt said we received funding for the Harbor <br /> Management Plan.They will evaluate what we have and offer best practices.That 6 acres will be used by <br /> us or independent aquaculturists.Having that burden shared is in the best interest of everybody.Mr. <br /> Christensen said it will preclude recreational fishermen.Mr.Thomas said it will actually relieve the issues <br /> with the water and be able to increase ourbottom.Mr. McElligatt said he understands the concern,but he <br /> believes a lot of stuff will be in deeper water where recreational fishermen don't really fish anyway.Rick <br /> Sawyer said the details need to be worked out,but we'll find something that works for both of us.Mr. <br /> Christensen said he does support it,especially to get more seed. <br /> Mr.Holmes asked where the seed goes.Rick Sawyer said some will stay here,some will go to other <br /> growers in Mashpee.Mr.McElligatt said that sounds fair.The issue isn't money,it'd seed availability. <br /> Mr.Holmes motioned to support a business agreement with ARC. <br /> Mr.Christensen seconded the motion. <br /> Vote:4-0-0 <br /> Roll Call Vote: <br /> Mr.McElligatt;yes <br /> Mr.Christensen;yes <br /> Mr.Holmes;yes <br /> Mr.Thomas;yes <br /> In favor,4;Opposed,0;Abstentions,0 <br /> Rick Sawyer invited everyone to come to the hatchery fora site visit. <br /> ADDITIONAL TOPICS <br /> (This space is reserved for topics that the Chairman did not reasonably anticipate would be discussed) <br /> ADJOURMENT <br /> Mr.McElligatt motioned to adjourn. <br /> Mr.Holmes seconded the motion. <br /> Vote:4-0-0 <br />