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MOTION: Mr. Balzarini made a motion to release the covenant for Lot 5 in Winslow Heights Subdivision. Mr. Cummings seconded the motion. All voted unanimously. The release was signed by Board members. TOWN ROAD TAKING Re -Signature of Town Road Taking Plan of Anthony's Way Mr. Fudala indicated that the road taking had been approved and signed last October but that the Board of Selectmen names were incorrect on the mylar, requiring re -signatures. The Plan was signed by Planning Board members. BOARD ITEMS Old Business Design Review Committee -Mr. Cummings reported that Design Review considered the application for Premier Companies, an auto/collision center to be located at 73 Mercantile Way. The design was accepted. Mr. Fudala reported that the Plan Review meeting was continued after he noted 2002 changes in the Zoning Bylaw which did not allow parking at the front of the building. Concern had also been expressed regarding a cemetery that was located adjacent to the property. The request has since been withdrawn. Community Preservation Committee -No update Environmental Oversight Committee -Mr. Cummings reported that the EOC would be supporting a town -wide bylaw banning single use plastic bags for the October Town Meeting, Mr. Cummings also noted that pond water duality was in good shape, though there was algae that should have died off with the cold weather at Shoestring Bay and Mashpee River. Additionally, $42,500 had been approved for a study of the Moonakis River to improve the flushing rate. Mr, Fudala indicated that it was an area that was presently unable to support shellfish due to flushing issues. The Wampanoag Tribe, having received a $350,000 grant, would also be planting oyster reefs during the spring. Historic District Commission -Mr. Fudala indicated that a working group had been formed to develop signage for historic sites and entry into the historic district and planned to request funds from the CPC. MMR Military Civilian Community Council -Update of MMR Joint Land Use Study -No update Report on Status of Greenway Project -Mr. Fudala reported that the CPA voted to support funding $84,000 toward the trail and bridge. The Chair has compiled an application for the Massachusetts Trail Program in an effort to acquire additional funding. Regarding insurance, the Town Agent has agreed to some coverage along the trail based on a license agreement with Mashpee Commons. However, Mashpee Commons has since changed their insurance company so the agreement needs to be reviewed by them. Mr. Hansen inquired whether trails would be closed dusk to dawn to avoid liabilities. Mr. Fudala responded that liabilities were covered 24 hours. A gate will be placed on the Whitings Road dirt road but the Fire Department will have access. Status of parking facilities at 168 Industrial Drive -No update New Business C. Rowley January Billings -A bill was received in the amount of $190 for Southport. MOTION: Mr. Balzarini made a motion to pay Mr. Rowley $190 for Southport inspections. Mr. Cummings seconded the motion. All voted unanimously. 01