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7 Mashpee Select Board Minutes October 2, 2023 WATER QUALITY UPDATES Cape Cod_& Islands_ Water Protection Fund Subsidies It was reaffirmed the Town of Mashpee has a qualified project and is listed on the 2021 Clean Water State Revolving Fund Intended Use Plan (IUP). This commitment represents a 25% subsidy for the Phase I project. Therefore, the original commitment to the Town for a 25% subsidy remains unchanged. In 2024 is it anticipated Mashpee would qualify for a 25% subsidy in the best -case scenario. 'The executive board is working diligently to secure the 25% subsidy. Awards should be revealed on or before the Spring of 2024. Sewer Commission Website: The Assistant Town Manager acknowledged the Sewer Commission for updating their website. It is much improved, highly informative, and easy to navigate. TOWN MANAGER UPDATES Town Meeting Warrant: Information Sheets regarding Article #1 to appropriate funds for wastewater planning, collection, treatment and recharge initiatives will be distributed at Town Meeting to fully inform the voters on water quality, the mandate, resources and costs to the residents. It was noted the Select Board and Sewer Commission voted unanimously to support Article # 1. The Town Manager and his staff was applauded for compiling the information, the factual statements, and supportive documentation. It was noted the Finance Committee voted to take no recommendation/no position on Article # 1. The Chair and the Vice -Chairman were not available to attend this meeting. This matter will be re -visited to hopefully gain full support of the importance of Article # 1. PickleballwSound„ Study Late filed was information regarding the Pickleball Sound Study received from Cross -Spectrum Acoustics dated September 28, 2023. It was disclosed the measurement results at the site show significantly increased noise levels at night compared to daytime hours. It is recommended the height of the sound barrier be increased by 5' to further reduce noise levels to the north of the pickleball courts. Adding sound material, and ensuring there are no gaps are recommended. It is expected that adjustments would be made to the sound barrier to reduce sound levels. TownHall,Closure: Town Hall will be closed on Monday, October 9, 2023 in respect of Indigenous Peoples Day. Town Meeting; As a reminder a joint meeting between the Select Board and Finance Committee will be held on Monday, October 16, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. Town Meeting is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Mashpee High School. The Finance Committee Report on the Town Meeting Warrant was mailed in a timely manner to the voters.