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Highway reconstruction. The Chair asked Mr. Lehrer to further clarify with the DPW, and encouraged Board members to share any of their comments with Mr. Lehrer. Discussion Regarding In Person Meeting Protocols-The Chair stated his preference that the Board begin meeting in person, beginning with the next meeting on August 19, as other Boards had begun doing the same. Zoom would be available for anyone not feeling comfortable. Ms. Waygan had submitted questions regarding meeting in person and Mr. Lehrer asked that she read the questions. Mr. Lehrer confirmed that everyone in the room would sit six feet apart and would be required to wear a mask. Mr. Lehrer confirmed that the public would not be allowed in the room so Zoom, live streaming and the conference line would continue to be available for public comment. Mr. Lehrer confirmed that members could continue to participate remotely. There were no additional questions. TOWN PLANNER REPORT Update to Subdivision Rules and Regulations and Special Permit Regulations-Mr. Lehrer referenced prior minutes and discussion regarding the issue of mailboxes. Mr. Lehrer anticipated having additional information available for the next meeting. Stormwater Task Force-Mr. Lehrer confirmed that Ms. Waygan provided comments and emphasized that any additional comments be submitted prior to the next meeting and the Board of Selectmen's execution of the Warrant. Mr. Lehrer would be incorporating Ms. Waygan's comments into his draft, which he would then provide to the Board for review at the next meeting. Mr. Lehrer would also be working with Mr. Rowley regarding performance measures. Announcement & Discussion Regarding Consulting Engineer-Mr. Rowley announced that, after 40 years working with the Town of Mashpee, he would be retiring as of the last meeting in December 2020. Mr. Rowley has drafted documents for the Planning Board that would assist in identifying essential qualities, criteria and experiences to develop an RFP to assist in hiring a new Consulting Engineer, and offered his assistance. Mr. Rowley expressed his joy in being part of the Mashpee community and assisting with the planning of the Town. Members of the Planning Board stated their appreciation of Mr. Rowley's work and his assistance in growing the Town. Mr. Lehrer expressed his gratitude to Mr. Rowley for assisting in his transition to the Town Planner position, echoing that Mr. Rowley had been a tremendous asset personally and professionally. Ms. Waygan thanked Mr. Rowley for mentoring younger engineers, creating better engineers because of it. Mr. Balzarini recommended accepting Mr. Rowley's assistance in identifying a new Consulting Engineer. Mr. Lehrer will forward the roles and responsibilities of the Consulting Engineer for review by Board members and asked that any comments be forwarded to him, so that a vote could be taken to adopt the description at the next meeting, to be included in the RFP process. Mr. Lehrer described the process of hiring a new Consultant Engineer. BOARD MEMBER COMMITTEE UPDATES Cape Cod Commission-Ms. Waygan referenced the Public Hearing regarding potential modifications to the Regional Policy Plan and reported that a vote was taken to refer the matter to a subcommittee. The petition was to submit requirements to address climate change. Community Preservation Committee-Ms. Waygan reported that a call for applications would be made in early to mid-fall. Design Review Committee-Mr. Callahan reported that Willowbend had been approved. Plan Review-Mr. Lehrer reported that there was no meeting Environmental Oversight Committee-Mr. Lehrer confirmed for Mr. Fulone that there had been no meeting. Greenway Project & Quashnet Footbridge-Mr. Hansen stated that there was no meeting. At the last meeting, discussion regarding the 151 improvements eliminated the need for a bridge. 2