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Commission's Architectural and Site Design Standards be referenced and asked that the item remain <br /> on the agenda. <br /> OLD BUSINESS <br /> Planning Board Memorandum to Community Preservation Committee-The Chair reported <br /> that she provided a summary to the Community Preservation Committee regarding the continuation of <br /> CPA funding, representing the ideas previously recommended by Planning Board members,with <br /> proposed amounts for the projects. The Chair explained the origin of the CPA funds that were in place <br /> until 2020,when Mashpee would be eligible to opt out. Selectmen Gottlieb, as Chair of the CPC, was <br /> seeking information regarding needs for CPC funds going forward, as the 3% surcharge could be <br /> removed in 2020. It was Mr. Balzarini's opinion that the funds were beneficial to the Town. The <br /> Chair agreed that positive impacts from the funding could be seen throughout Mashpee, such as <br /> playgrounds,the dog park, the splash pad, open space and Habitat for Humanity homes. Mr. Hansen <br /> stated that removal of the funds would limit the opportunities to fund special improvement projects for <br /> Mashpee. Mr. Hansen supported the continued funding versus lowering the tax. Mr. Kooharian <br /> agreed that it was important to invest in the place where they lived. <br /> Board members discussed the Chair's memorandum and"associated surcharge." The Planning Board <br /> voted unanimously to recommend the continuation of the Community Preservation Program and the <br /> associated surcharge. <br /> MOTION: Mr.Balzarini made a motion to authorize the Chair to submit this memo as <br /> amended. Mr. Kooharian seconded the motion. All voted unanimously. <br /> Execute Willowbend Special Permit Modification #35,Approved 911118-Signed by <br /> Planning Board members. <br /> CHAIRMAN'S REPORT <br /> The Chair reported that she had checked in with Tom Ferronti of Mashpee Commons, letting him <br /> know on November 3 that the Planning Board would be meeting tonight, and whether they had any <br /> materials to submit for consideration. The Chair read Mr. Ferronti's response indicating that Mashpee <br /> Commons had not yet completed their analysis, but stating that they would update the Town Planner <br /> with their progress and determine the appropriate time to return to the Planning Board, <br /> The Chair stated that the deadline for submitting Bylaw changes for May, if the Board of Selectmen <br /> allowed it, would be February 11.. The Chair expressed concern about another potential time crunch. <br /> Mr. Balzarini stated that if Mashpee Commons wished to work with the Planning Board;they needed <br /> to attend a meeting before'ranuary. The Chair would follow up. Mr. Rowley inquired whether they <br /> would be continuing to work with their prior FBC document or whether they would return with <br /> something new. The Chair responded that she did not know. Mr. Lehrer stated that it was unlikely <br /> they would start from scratch and that they would like to find a middle ground. Mr. Balzarini stated <br /> his opinion that their draft was likely written before they hosted their charrettes. <br /> Mr. Hansen referenced the recently constructed 3-story building at Mashpee Commons, inquiring <br /> whether it met Mashpee's height requirements. It was noted that the project fell within a Chapter 40B <br /> project. Concern was expressed regarding the potential of a 5-story building at Mashpee Commons. <br /> Mr.Lehrer stated that the Planning Board would have control over whether or not they wished to see a <br /> 5-story building at Mashpee Commons. Reference was made to the 5-story building located in the <br /> Industrial Park in Hyannis. Mr. Lehrer stated that the Planning Board could dictate the terms of the <br /> 9 <br />