06/26/2023 SELECT BOARD Minutes - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

4 Mashpee Select Board-Affordable Housing Trust Minutes June 26, 2023 PUBLIC COMMENT (continued) An analysis of density was conducted of the acreage of surrounding properties in aggregate. The site 209 Old Barnstable Road proposes 24 units with 48 bedrooms resulting in a 13.3 density factor. For comparison,the 950 Falmouth Road project density is 5.9. The Lowell Road condominiums are defined at 11 in terms of density. Ellen Klenert a resident of Lowell Road indicated over the past 29 years she has seen various changes to the area. With the re-routing of traffic,the road is now a new conduit for commercial and oversized vehicles. To add more development in this area would create an already dangerous situation. The proposed affordable housing site is situated in the middle of two schools and a golf course. Although she is sympathetic to the housing situation Ms. Klenert voiced strong opposition to the project and urged the planners to reconsider this site. Mike Hannan of Snead Drive commented on the Commercial Street project as perfect and previously planned for affordable housing. The project has stalled, and he was told the matter was in land court. Mr. Hannan stated the 209 Old Barnstable Road project does not appear to have much community engagement. There is a lack of information online. In moving forward, it was felt this would be a slow process stating that as residents they do have a voice on this matter. 90%of the area communities are noted to be in opposition. Mr. Hannan indicated he feels the Town is going to move ahead with this project anyway and asked if 3.7 acre site is going to get the Town any closer to achieve the affordable housing goals. Linda Dallis also residing on Lowell Road stated the road is now damaged from those walking along the road. There are million-dollar homes in the area, and then there is a small affordable housing project planned. How is the Town going to keep the children safe? Ms. Dallis indicated that affordable housing is fine in other places. This area is too crowded. If she put up a fancy home and had affordable housing next to her house she would move. Ms. Dallis stated people are afraid that something is going to happen when you crowd the area. Glen McCarthy—Deferred his comment at this time. John Barron,Players Circle conveyed concern regarding density. Over the course of seven years 420 new homes have been constructed. The site is situated in close proximity to two schools, and the police, fire and council on aging complex. There is a lot of Town of Mashpee development surrounding this area. The affordable housing project might be better suited in another location. Anthony Venuti of Snead Drive discussed his concerns regarding density and traffic. Twenty-four homes would equate to 48 vehicles. In the aspect of safety,there is the golf course crossing the street many times daily and there are walkers to consider. Lynne Barbee—Deferred her comments at this time. 4