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Review and discussion regarding update of Local Comprehensive Plan-The Chair was working with Mr. Lehrer and Mr. Callahan regarding finalizing the last question. The Chair reminded Board members to begin compiling pictures and photos for the Preferences Guidelines expected for fall. Mr. Phelan suggested that some questions appearing on the survey seemed irrelevant. It was the Chair's suggestion to move forward on the survey. Mr. Callahan reported that Patrice would be willing to address the Planning Board at a future meeting. The Chair asked if her report could be distributed to Board members in advance. It was confirmed that the Town Manager had submitted a request for funds to the Cape Cod Commission to assist with the development of the LCP. The Chair would continue to communicate with Mr. Collins regarding the specific sections which would benefit from help from a consultant. There was discussion about the Article submitted requesting the balance of funds in the amount of $150,000 to complete the LCP. Mr. Lehrer confirmed that he had reported to the Board of Selectmen that the Planning Board had not yet developed a Scope of Work for the funds. There was consensus from Planning Board members to withdraw the request until they utilized the funds from the Cape Cod Commission and the Chair offered to draft a letter to the BOS Chair requesting that they hold the request. Mr. Lehrer cautioned that the Town was not yet in receipt of the Cape Cod Commission funds. The Chair stated that she would follow up regarding the funds with Kristy Senatori at the Cape Cod Commission. Regarding the survey,Mr. Lehrer referenced the definition of open space,noting that of the 6,538 acres in Mashpee, 970 acres had been conserved, including beaches. Although there were some discrepancy with previous numbers, 1,000 acres remained for development. The Chair suggested that Mr. Lehrer follow up with Mr. Fudala for further clarity and how best to resolve the issue. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT UPDATES FROM TOWN PLANNER Oldham Circle,Road Taping Petition Article-Mr. Lehrer reported that Road Taking Requests were for funding to lay out the roads for road taking in October. In addition,the DPW had been notified about the retaining wall at Oldham Circle,where the covenant had not yet been released. Ms. Laurent had reached out to the petitioners to discuss the matter and additional funds may be needed to rectify the situation. There were no Road Taking matters to be discussed by the Planning Board for this Town Meeting. Massachusetts Attorney General RE: Articles 26,27 and 28 from Mashpee Fall Annual Town Meeting of October 21, 2019-Mr. Lehrer reported that because the Planning Department did not notify Barnstable, Sandwich and Falmouth, review for the Articles had been suspended for 90 days,until they were properly noticed, after which the review would continue. ADDITIONAL TOPICS ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Mr. Balzarini made a motion to adjourn. Mr. Callahan seconded the motion. All voted unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. 6