03/25/2019 BOARD OF SELECTMEN Agenda Packet

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DB,AP"F �/3Y�Y'2019SI-)RIAL, & ANNUAI.A.'O\� �� 5 Explanation: The goal of this project is to continue the conDnnunhv gardening initiative by reconstructing the garden areas and improving the soils to promote a healthy and productive growing environment and add recreational activities inthe community. The site nfthe gardens established with the use of CPA funding in 2009 is the former Attaquin Park Hotel located off Route � 130, Main Street. With CPA funding, the reconstruction project would begin in the fall of 2019. The new plan re-clesigns the layout of the garden bed areas to al|Vvv for additional public areas outside of the garden for historic, cultural and recreational activities. Garden pathways, with improved on-site parking, and garden fencing isproposed. Site plans also include the removal Vf invasive tree species, extending the existing water line, and adding aI<iosl(and signage for parking restrictions. The new garden areas are proposed for completion in preparation for the Mashpee 15[th Anniversary celebration in 2020. Plantings at the site location will include native and herb display gardens aswell aapollinator garden areas. The Board mfSelectmen recommends approval mfArticle 86«avote of4-D The Finance Committee recommends approval mfArticle 86«avote of5-1 Article 9 To see if the Town will vote to appropriate and transfer from the Community Preservation Fund 10% Open Space/Recreation Reserve in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 4413, §5 $128,500 for the purpose of funding proposed Improvements to Attoquin Park to include the construction of a half basketball court,the installation of a.shade shelter in the picnic area and the installation of additional playground equipment including necessary costs and expenses related thereto, as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee, or take any other action relating thereto. Submitted bythe Community Preservation Committee The Community Preservation Committee recommends approval ofArticle 9 byavote ofO-D Explanation: A11@quiD Park is one oftwo fresh water beaches owned k« the Town, The project goal istoenhance and improve the site amenities atthe park. This includes the construction ofo half basketball court, installation of shade shelter in the picnic area and the installation of additional playground equipment. The project includes the reconfiguration of the court and parking lot. The location of the basketball court in the parking lot has been deemed unsafe and the site as it is presently configured reduced the amount of parking spaces forthe users and visitors - Vfthe At aqUinPark. The new court will belocated inthe area adjacent bothe parking lot and the picnic area. Afencp will separate the court from the parking lot. AZCyx24' shade shelter will allow for sun protection. Additional playground equipment is proposed. In 2015 CPA funding supported Phase 1 of the project by adding new playground equipnneDtfor safety. Improvements Lothe park would provide healthy and constructive activities for visitors ofall ages. The Board of Selectmen nemmrnrnendm approval of Article 9 by a vote of 4-0 The Finance Committee recommends approval ofArticle 9byovote of6-0