01/06/2022 COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT COMMITTEE Minutes

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11 Community Preservation Committee Minutes January 6, 2022 Application: Breezy WE Roofs, Siding &Windows- $264,893: (continued) Motion made by Mr. Larkin to approve and recommend to the May 2022 Special Town Meeting the Breezy Way Roofs, Siding and Windows project in the amount of$264,893 with funding to derive from the CPA 10% Affordable Housing Reserve for this purpose. Motion seconded by Mr. Hyde. VOTE: Unanimous. 9-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Gottlieb, yes Mrs. Thayer,yes Mr. Hyde, yes Mr. Larkin, yes Ms. Waygan,yes Ms. Barbee, yes Mr. Shackett, yes Mr. Smith yes Ms. Russell, yes Opposed, none Catherine Laurent; Application: Multi-Purpose Track &Field Stadium Renovation- $1,709,400: Catherine Laurent, Director of Public Works was in attendance to review questions regarding the Multi-Purpose Track &Field Stadium Renovation project. It was noted the applicant responded sufficiently to continue discussions regarding the proposal. For the record it was noted the Planning Board is in unanimous support of this project. Numerous letters of support were also received including a student petition. One letter of opposition was received from the Sierra Club against the use of plastic and impermeable hardscape structures. With regards to PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances), widely used, long lasting chemicals that break down over a very slow period it was disclosed there are several manufacturers who do not use products containing PFAS. This would be a requirement in the bid process to not use products containing PFAS. The Town would also commit to installing a single layer of synthetic under the pad. The project proposes to use an alternative infill material, either TPE (polymer) or Envirofill (coated sand). The CPA portion of this project would not contribute funds to the artificial turf as it is not a permissible expenditure. The $2,789,400 project requires funding contributions from the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The project has been in que for CIP funding however, the CIP has not met to review recommendations forFY2023 capital appropriations. In discussing this project, it was noted the Department of Revenue's position on CPA uses for recreation is to promote recreation in intended natural land for outdoor activities. It was noted that,at times, communities tend to push the envelope of the original intention for recreational funding. It was disclosed the final determination lies on approval from the legislative body, Town Meeting. The Town of Mashpee CPC was noted to have fully appropriated recreational funding for the popular Splash Pad and Pickleball Courts.