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2 Mashpee Select Board Minutes March 7, 2022 Present: Selectman,Carol A. Sherman, Selectman David—, Weeden, Selectman Andrew R. Gottlieb, Selectman John J. Cotton, Selectman Thomas F. O'Hara Town Manager Rodney C. Collins Assistant Town Manager Wayne E. Taylor Meeting Qaljqj,,j Qr&r by Chairman Sherman at 6:30 p.m. Mashpee Town Hall,Waquoit Meeting Room MINUTES Monday:.wFebru . :._....................ww._ ......... APPOINTMENTS jebpkar 2 Lklar Session: None at this time. ...... __�Y ___ _y g_ APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS Public Comment: At the start of Public Comment, Selectman John J. Cotton urged the townspeople to bring the temperature down. While noting the Town is moving forward in the right direction, Selectman Cotton requested the citizens be cognizant and courteous of others in the manner to which they would want to be treated. Appreciation was given to those who take the time to give their opinion and to those who are considerate of others while respecting their right to voice an opinion. Lynne Barbee of Surf Drive stated she is looking forward to the ZOOM presentation of Daniel Serber regarding the Solar Overlay District petition articles. Ms. Barbee is also a lead petitioner recommending the amendment of the Zoning Bylaw by adding Section F. Required Performance Standards: Small,Medium and Large-Scale Solar Energy Systems. The petition article adds paragraph 12 and 13 by requiring any Solar Energy Systems development of 7 acres or more to provide open space (one half acre open space per one acre development) as well as setbacks from water bodies(300')and wetlands (WO') in order the preserve the Town's environment. Ms. Barbee in closing expressed appreciation to Selectman Cotton for his comments in support to end unnecessary dialogue. Tim Martin of Russell Road noted he has submitted a petition proposing a 10%real estate cap for individuals aged 65 years or older. Mr. Russell indicated he would like the opportunity to speak with the Select Board on this topic at the next meeting. A meeting on this topic is scheduled with the Finance Committee. In other business Mary Adams Oleksak of Capstack Circle spoke in full support of the wastewater planning process slated to begin Phase 11. Appreciation was given to the Select Board, Sewer Commission and Town staff for their actions and support. It was recommended the Town vigorously debate the plan and acquire professional support to assist in the planning process. Ms. Oleksak indicated that everyone seems to agree on the matter of Clean Water and that it is time to lower the temperature as previously stated.