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be signed and recorded and the Chair confirmed that it did since it was a decision by the Board, but <br /> Mr. Lehrer could confirm with Town Counsel. <br /> Process for Hiring Consultants for Review of Special Permit Applications-The Chair <br /> confirmed that the Planning Board was authorized by their guidelines to hire any necessary consultants <br /> applicable to Special Permit applications. The Chair noted that the Board was experiencing pushback <br /> and inquired whether they wanted to have staff or the Chair work on the matter. Mr. Lehrer suggested <br /> establishing a general policy to engage consultants and the Chair referenced a letter received from Ms. <br /> Thompson on behalf of Blue Sky Towers. Mr. Balzarini noted that consultants had been hired in the <br /> past to review Mashpee Commons. There was discussion about a 53G account. It was determined that <br /> Mr. Lehrer consult Town Counsel regarding next steps if an applicant refused to fund a consultant. In <br /> reference to the letter received, Mr. Phelan stated that it identified the report as redundant. The Chair <br /> stated that the consultant would review the report available and Mr. Rowley confirmed that it was <br /> similar to his review of plans provided by an applicant's engineer. Mr. Rowley confirmed that the <br /> authorization was in place. Mr. Lehrer will follow up with Town Counsel. <br /> One Cape Registration-Mr. Lehrer confirmed that the Chair, Mr. Phelan and Mr. Hansen were <br /> signed up for the event taking place on July 29 and 30 in Harwich. If additional Board members <br /> wished to register, they could choose to pay by check so that the Planning Board could fund their <br /> attendance. <br /> OLD BUSINESS <br /> Charles Rowley Report Regarding Ockway Highlands Complaint-Ernie Virgilio, Blue <br /> Castle Drive, was recognized to provide public comment. Mr. Rowley reported that he had met with <br /> developer Jacques Morin to review the Carriage Drive area, with drainage areas requiring additional <br /> work. Mr. Rowley and Mr. Morin also reviewed the drainage area in front of Mr. Virgilio's home. <br /> Mr. Morin agreed to remove the small stone at the base of the paved waterway, adding filter fabric <br /> under the stone and add loam and hydro seed to the thinner areas. <br /> Mr. Virgilio emphasized that the work needed to be completed properly in order for the system to <br /> function effectively and expressed concern that the developer was not in compliance with the plans for <br /> the project. Mr. Virgilio inquired about installing appropriate water absorbing plantings to improve the <br /> appearance of the area and Mr. Rowley responded that it could be determined by the Planning Board. <br /> Mr. Balzarini felt it would be acceptable. Mr. Phelan reported that he had driven by the site yesterday <br /> and agreed that the grass was limited and Mr. Rowley confirmed that some areas were worse than <br /> others, confirming that the developer agreed to add loam and re-seed. Mr. Rowley confirmed that, if <br /> placed on the side slopes, it would not be a problem, but did not recommend plants that would require <br /> a lot of water. There was consensus from the Board to allow the plantings and Mr. Rowley would <br /> convey the information to Mr. Morin. Mr. Virgilio also referenced the abutting aprons at the street and <br /> his driveway, and the disappearance of the stone, creating a lip. Mr. Rowley will look into the matter <br /> further. Mr. Rowley added that he requested Mr. Morin to cut the pipe to the slope and add larger chip <br /> stone. <br /> Road Taking Procedures & Policies-Mr. Lehrer revised the draft to reflect changes <br /> recommended by Mr. Rowley. <br /> 7 <br />