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but sample bottles are being made available and they will coordinate the pick up of this year's samples. <br /> Mr. Baker added that the 2007 numbers were received two weeks ago. The results are in the mid <br /> range, except for Santuit Pond which looks terrible. Currently they have only a five year history, a <br /> longer time period would be better for assessing any issues because water could have a couple of bad <br /> years,affected by rains,abnormally high temperatures, etc. The chemical analyses occur only one <br /> time each year so it's just a snapshot. Mr. York confirmed that the pond is worse than it was 10 years <br /> by observation alone. It has degraded quite a bit and indications are that it continues to get worse. A <br /> state report from 10 years ago indicated that the bottom of the pond could be seen. <br /> ANNOUNCEMENTS <br /> Mr. Theis announced that Family Fun Day at South Cape Village will be on Saturday where the VFW <br /> will distribute water and recycling brochures. There will also be a stack of recycling bins available to <br /> Mashpee residents. <br /> Also, Mr. Theis attended the Conservation Commission meeting that included discussion about the <br /> cranberry bogs. Many residents voiced their concern about the pollution around John's Pond. <br /> Following the meeting, Mr. Theis questioned some of the residents if they understood their role in the <br /> pollution. Mr. Theis plans to create a brochure on his own and at his own cost, about Septic System <br /> Maintenance and include information about flushing medications and cleaners. <br /> The New England Water Environment Association annual meeting will take place in Westford at the <br /> Westford Regency on September 10. Mr. Theis suggested a town sewer representative attend. Mr. <br /> Theis will forward the information by email. <br /> Mr. Theis also announced that the difference between a swail and sump pit is that a swail contains <br /> bacterial activity. He is working on developing a sump pit insert for swails to avoid land use issues, <br /> particularly near water,that could be retrofit and utilized town wide. <br /> MEETING ADJOURNMENT: <br /> Motion made by Mr. Baker to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m. Motion seconded by Mr. <br /> Marcelli. All voted unanimously. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> v/ <br /> Jennifer M. difford <br /> Board Secretary <br /> 5 <br />