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Mashpee Select Board <br />Minutes <br />July 25, 2022 <br />APPOINTMENTS & HEARINGS <br />Update on Wastewater, Proj_ect Ray_Jack (continued) <br />It is anticipated the draft regulations would be released in the fall with the promulgation of regulations beginning <br />in 2023. The preemptive meeting with DEP is noted to be highly unusual which brings to light the significance <br />of these regulations. <br />With respect to Phase I of the intended Wastewater Plan the filed sub -bids are scheduled to be open on August 9, <br />2022 with the general bid opening on August 11, 2022. The contract is on schedule for execution on September <br />30, 2022. Project completion is anticipated in 2024. <br />The collection system in Phase I contains (3) lift stations located on Falmouth, Brewster and Mashpee Neck <br />Roads. <br />With project advancement it was agreed the School Superintendent would be consulted regarding bus routes. <br />The next step in the process is determining the permit option under the DEP Proposed Regulatory Framework. <br />Mr. Jack has recommended the Town of Mashpee move forward with the 20-year Watershed Permit. <br />There is concern with the focus of the regulatory framework on nitrogen remediation within the marine <br />environment that does not include the capturing of phosphorus in the freshwater environment. It was agreed the <br />remedial focus on the ponds and lakes would be very beneficial and accelerate the clean water initiative in all <br />impaired water bodies. <br />Discussion continued regarding the matter of wastewater and the need for corrective measures. Mr. Jack <br />indicated there are a number of options appropriate for the town that would be addressed as the project advances. <br />Presentation on Phosphorus_in„the Ponds:_Deoartment of Natural Resources Director Ashley„Fisher: <br />Due to illness, the agenda topic was deferred to a future meeting. <br />Motion made by Selectman Cotton to defer the above referenced agenda topic to a future meeting. <br />Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara. <br />VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. <br />Roll Call Vote: <br />Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes <br />Selectman Sherman, yes Opposed, none <br />