09/14/2023 COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT COMMITTEE Minutes

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6 Community Preservation Committee Minutes September 14, 2023 APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS Public Hearing—Informational Meeting on the Needs Possibilities and Resources of the Town of Mashpee as they relate to Historic Preservation Recreation Affordable Housing and Open Space for the funding of projects at the May 2024 Town Meeting: (continued) The Public Hearing was opened to solicit comment. Ann Malone of Red Cedar Road asked if the CPC is required to set aside funds each year. Under the Community Preservation Act,the CPC is required to set aside 10% of the Budget for Appropriation Reserve into the respective categories; 10% Open Space/Recreation Purposes Reserve,the 10%Historic Purposes Reserve and the 10%Affordable Housing Purposes Reserve. Richard DeSorgher a resident of Shields Road, and a member of the Historical Commission indicated the CPA has given tremendous support to historic preservation. Mr. DeSorgher stated he was before the CPC requesting funds to restore the Lakewood Cemetery. The same format will be presented to the voters to fund the Ancient Burying Grounds Restoration project. The restoration of these cemeteries is a great contribution to the Town of Mashpee. Mr. DeSorgher indicated the first phase of Veterans Monument project is near completion. Any unused funds would be returned to the CPC coffers. In the subsequent phase CPA funding will be requested to allow for an additional Veteran's Monument to honor those who served in the Afghanistan war. This project may be referenced as the Persian Gulf Wars. In addition to the monuments Mr. DeSorgher commended the addition of the Community Park and Community Gardens funded through the CPC. Old ancient pathways are a part of Mashpee's history and it is hopeful a historical path with signage would connect the park to the gardens. Through signage those visiting and using the path would gain knowledge of the history of the Town of Mashpee. Ava Costello a member of the Historical Commission added that a few ideas are under consideration. This includes a whaling monument to celebrate whaling as a part of Mashpee's history. Ms. Costello stated it is hopeful the voters will approve the petition article for land acquisition planned to create a traditional Wampanoag Village. This would be a keystone for Mashpee, and a tremendous opportunity to develop a destination. The site is in proximity to the Museum and the Parsonage, and lies within the Historic District.