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may be beyond the Planning Board's jurisdiction because other parts of the Zoning Bylaw were of <br /> consideration. Mr. Polloni stated that no work was being proposed but Mr. Rowley responded that, <br /> should work be required by the Planning Board, it would have to be through the Public Hearing <br /> process. <br /> The Chair confirmed that there had been past support to maintain the dirt road, so that matter would be <br /> discussed further with Town Counsel. Mr. Polloni inquired how the road could be paved in sections, <br /> with the need for changes to drainage, stating that it would be unfair to the homeowners. Mr. Balzarini <br /> stated that it had been required in other parts of Mashpee. Mr. Rowley stated that the cost for <br /> construction could be identified and the percentage that would be required from each potential home <br /> owner for the remaining lots to identify a fair share. The Chair stated that she would work with Mr. <br /> Lehrer and Mr. Rowley to develop the question for Town Counsel, adding that it would not be <br /> addressed at the next meeting, but likely the following meeting. <br /> Consideration & Possible Action to Accept Performance Bond for Lot Releases, Ockway <br /> Highlands-Mr. Lehrer reported that Mr. Morin provided an agreement that was between two private <br /> entities and received correspondence from Town Counsel about the documentation. To release the <br /> lots, different documentation was needed to ensure completion of the work. Mr. Lehrer confirmed <br /> with Mr. Morin that the documentation was not correct and advised how best to address the issue. Mr. <br /> Rowley agreed, adding that it was necessary that there were stipulations allowing the Town to take the <br /> funds to complete the road construction if needed. Mr. Rowley stated that the Board typically received <br /> a check held by the Treasurer, rather than a performance bond. <br /> Proposals from the Town Planner on Zoning Bylaw Amendments: Temporary/Seasonal <br /> Signs and Donation Bins-Mr. Lehrer had nothing new to report on the donation bins. Mr. Lehrer <br /> incorporated recommended changes to the draft Temporary/Seasonal Signs proposed Bylaw. Mr. <br /> Balzarini suggested that the Town provide signage, to be borrowed by business owners. The Chair <br /> responded that Yarmouth used that means in order to better manage signage in the Town, although <br /> many were stolen because they were left out for too long. Mr. Lehrer suggested that businesses would <br /> like more specific and branded signage. <br /> Mr. Lehrer read through and explained the proposed Bylaw. Changes were recommended, as reflected <br /> in the edits on the draft. <br /> There was discussion about political signs and their sizing. The Chair requested definitions of <br /> temporary signs, sandwich board/a frame signs and temporary free standing signs and 1) should <br /> include"general provision." Signs would be allowed 7 days before a specific event and 7 days after <br /> the event. "Commercial" will be added to multi-tenant buildings. Restaurant would be added as a use <br /> to freestanding signs and Mr. Lehrer will add other examples. Also, "difficult for customers to find" <br /> would be added. There was discussion about the locations of free standing signs, to be located on the <br /> business property with a minimum setback of 10 feet from the property line and prohibited from <br /> parking areas. There was discussion regarding visibility but it was determined that the Building <br /> Commissioner would provide enforcement. Mr. Weeden recommended reviewing MassDOT sign <br /> regulations and Mr. Lehrer confirmed that he would review to confirm there was no conflict. Banners <br /> would be allowed for 30 days. Prohibited signs would include"flowing" and"Electrified signs, neon <br /> signs or internally lit signs." Changes would be incorporated and shared with the EDIC and Chair of <br /> the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Lehrer will also draft the explanation. <br /> 7 <br />