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Article 8 To see if the Town will vote to appropriate and transfer from the Community Preservation Fund 10% Open Space/Recreation Reserve in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 4413, §5 $44,996 for the purpose of funding the Mashpee Community Garden Reconstruction project, including necessary costs and expenses related thereto, as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee, or take any other action relating thereto. Submitted by the Community Preservation Committee Explanation: The goal of this project is to continue the community gardening initiative by reconstructing the garden areas and improving the soils to promote a healthy and productive growing environment and add recreational activities in the community. The site of the gardens established with the use of CPA funding in 2009 is the former Attaquin Park Hotel located off Route 130, Main Street. With CPA funding, the reconstruction project would begin in the fall of 2019. The new plan re -designs the layout of the garden bed areas to allow for additional public areas outside of the garden for historic, cultural and recreational activities. Garden pathways, with improved on -site parking, and garden fencing is proposed. Site plans also include the removal of invasive tree species, extending the existing water line, and adding a kiosk and signage for parking restrictions. The new garden areas are proposed for completion in preparation for the Mashpee 150' Anniversary celebration in 2020. Plantings at the site location will include native and herb display gardens as well as pollinator garden areas. The Community Preservation Committee recommends approval of Article 8 by a vote of 6-1-1. The Board of Selectmen recommends approval of Article 8 by a vote of 4-0. The Finance Committee recommends approval of Article 8 by a vote of 5-1. Motion made by Selectman Andrew Gottlieb. Motion: I move the Town vote to appropriate and transfer the sum of $44,996, from the Community Preservation Fund 10% Open Space/Recreation Reserve in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 4413, §5 for the purpose of funding the Mashpee Community Garden Reconstruction project, including necessary costs and expenses related thereto, as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee. Motion passes at 7:27 PM. Article 9 To see if the Town will vote to appropriate and transfer from the Community Preservation Fund 10% Open Space/Recreation Reserve in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 4413, §5 $123,500 for the purpose of funding proposed Improvements to Attaquin Park to include the construction of a half basketball court, the installation of a shade shelter in the picnic area and the installation of additional playground equipment, including necessary costs and expenses related thereto, as recommended by the Community Preservation Committee, or take any other action relating thereto. Submitted by the Community Preservation Committee Explanation: Attaquin Park is one of two fresh water beaches owned by the Town. The project goal is to enhance and improve the site amenities at the park. This includes the construction of a half basketball court, installation of a shade shelter in the picnic area and the installation of additional playground equipment. The project includes the reconfiguration of the court and parking lot. The location of the basketball court in the parking lot has been deemed unsafe and the site as it is presently configured reduced the amount of parking spaces for the users and visitors of the Attaquin Park. The new court will be located in the area adjacent to the parking lot and the picnic area. A fence will separate the court from the parking lot. A 20'x24' shade shelter will allow for sun protection. Additional playground equipment is proposed. In 2015 CPA funding supported Phase 1 of the project by adding new playground equipment for safety. Improvements to the park would provide healthy and constructive activities for visitors of all ages. 47