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5 <br /> Community Preservation Committee <br /> Minutes <br /> January 18,2024 <br /> APPOINTMENTS& HEARINGS <br /> Review Pr wof o'e ct A lications &A considered wMay 6, 2024 <br /> .�. _. w �...... _ aPT ppraval of Articles to e co ed for the,_._. <br /> Special Town Meeting,,(continued) <br /> ee Project: Updatemwof Open Space & <br /> David Weeden, ChairofEnvironmental Oversight Committm mm„ Mk wMMMVH <br /> Recreation Plan: <br /> Andrew McManus, Conservation Agent was in attendance to express support for the Update of <br /> the Open Space&Recreation Plan project, a component of the Town's Local Comprehensive <br /> Plan. Mr. McManus indicated the update is very valuable and long overdue. Approval of an <br /> updated plan would bring forth grant opportunities and assist the Town in its planning process. <br /> Mr. McManus stated that he would contribute to the prioritization of projects as necessary. <br /> This application was submitted by the Environmental Oversight Committee. The point of <br /> contact and lead to create the RFP and other required documentation as well as securing the <br /> procurement of funds was discussed. This assignment is generally conducted by a staff person. <br /> It was agreed the Town Manager would be consulted with respect to this process. <br /> In considering the funding request,the amount of$100,000 was deemed sufficient to hire a <br /> consultant to develop the extensive plan that requires public outreach and participation from <br /> other Town boards and committees. <br /> Motion made by Ms. Wyman-Colombo to approve and recommend to the May 2024 <br /> Special Town Meeting; the Update of the Open Space& Recreation Plan; an amount not to <br /> exceed $100,000; funding shall derive from the CPC Budget for Appropriation Reserve; <br /> contingent upon discussions with the Town Manager regarding the staff assignment(s)to <br /> this project. <br /> Motion seconded by Mr.Hyde. <br /> VOTE: 7-0.Unanimous. <br /> Roll Call Vote: <br /> Ms. Russell,yes Mr. Hyde, yes Ms. Waygan, yes Ms.Barbee, yes <br /> Ms. Klein,yes Ms.Wyman-Colombo,yes Ms. Godfrey,yes Opposed, none <br />