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1.2 Mashpee Select Board Minutes June 5, 2023 sians_Committees „andwCounclsM Discussion and PossiblemAlproyal ofWAnnual Reaf�ontment_List Boards Commis Each year the Select Board reappoints members of Boards, Commissions, Committees and Councils for those terms ending on June 30, 2023. A list of members to be considered for reappointment was submitted to the Select Board from Terrie M. Cook, Administrative Assistant in a memorandum dated June 1, 2023, Motion made by Selectman Sherman to approve the Annual Reappointment List as presented. Motion seconded by Selectman O'Hara, VOTE: Unanimous. 5-0. Roll Call Vote: Selectman Cotton, yes Selectman O'Hara, yes Selectman Sherman, yes Selectman Weeden, yes Selectman Wyman -Colombo, yes Opposed, none LIAISON REPORTS Harbor_Manngment„Committee: The Harbor Management Committee has been actively compiling data from the first public outreach meeting. Additional public meetings are being planned by the Director of Natural Resources and the Town Planner to obtain community engagement critical in the formation of the Harbor Management Plan. With the State's approval, the plan would place the Town in a move favorable position for grant funding opportunities. WATER QUALITY UPDATES After hearing the concerns of residents during public comment about the conditions of the water at present, the Select Board agreed to take -action. In considering the August 11, 2023 deadline to submit an application for State Revolving Fund (SRF) loans at 0% it is critical for the Town to move forward timely. It was agreed the Sewer Commission having statutory authority would be consulted regarding the next course of action at their Thursday meeting. Mindful of the August 11' deadline, the recommendation from the Sewer Commission is necessary and on the specifics of what is achievable to meet this target date. It was suggested the Town contact representatives on the State level to assist in the immediate pursuit of preliminary design grants that may be available. In an effort to call for direct action, it was recommended the Town declare a State of Emergency on Mashpee waters. The 208 Plan is intended to be a partnership between the state and the federal governments. It was recommended the Select Board invite local politicians to hear the Town's concerns loud and clear, asking them to provide the answers. The State has responsibilities with some of the ponds. This is everyone's problem and the Town should advocate for regional funding to protect Cape Cod.