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7 Board of Selectmen Minutes December 1, 2008 NEW BUSINESS: Acceptance of Resignation—EDIC: Motion made by Selectman Cook to place the above topic on the Selectmen's agenda. Motion seconded by Selectman Taylor. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. Motion made by Selectman Cook to accept the resignation of Elizabeth Curtin from the EDIC with regret. Motion seconded by Selectman Taylor. VOTE: Unanimous. 4-0. ENVIRONMENTAL OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE: In response to the Selectmen's request to prioritize potential Textron settlement funding, the Environmental Oversight Committee (EOC) prioritized the following projects; the Santuit Pond Study - $60,000, publishing and disseminating to all Mashpee households, a guide relative to the Protection of Cape Waters for a projected cost of$30,000, and the purchase of Stormwater Devices associated to the construction of swales, estimated to cost $75,000. With regards to the Santuit Pond Study it was noted the proposal received from ENSR of Sagamore Beach was deemed highly advantageous and most favorable by the EOC. Contract negotiations brought forth a price quotation of$51,500 for a diagnostic study to characterize and quantify nutrient inputs to the pond,to define the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL)value and recommendations for remedial activities. The Selectmen requested a copy of the proposal from ENSR. It was disclosed there were discussions to modify the proposal to incorporate testing of the surrounding bogs. Upon review, the EOC agreed to remain within the perimeters of the original REP scope. The Selectmen as the contract awarding authority have the ability to interview the three firms submitting proposals for the Santuit Pond Study. Upon discussion, it was agreed the Cape Cod Commission would be consulted with respect to conducting an independent review of the three proposals.