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3 Board of Selectmen Minutes February 12, 2001 APPOINTMENTS AND HEARINGS: Library Discussion: (continued) It was noted that the library site, a gift from Field's Point Limited Partnership in 1986 has certain deed stipulations. Restrictions require that the land donor maintain an active role in the architectural design review process. To date,the proposal has not been presented to the proponents of Field's Point now referred to as Mashpee Commons Limited Partnership. Arnold Chase, Mashpee Commons Ltd. indicated that he was surprised to see the plans developed to this degree without any input into the process. Mr. Chase stated that Mashpee Commons would exercise their rights on the deed restriction and conduct proper diligence on the design review. He also expressed willingness to assist with appropriate adjacencies. Mr. Chase suggested that other site locations be considered. It was noted that the deed also restricts the use of the existing building to a library use only. In response, the Library Building Committee and architects agreed to meet with Mashpee Commons. It was noted that the original site location has been determined as the best-suited location for the library and present schedule to meet grant-funding initiatives now being investigated. Grant awards are to be announced in June 2001. Another grant round will not open until all waiting list libraries are funded. This is the first construction grant round since 1995. A requirement of grant eligibility is that the project meets the twenty-year population of the community. Based upon a population estimate of 23,800, a space of 25,000 square feet is necessary to serve the space needs and operational requirements of the library. An in-depth discussion followed with respect to the financial aspect of the project proposal. Alternatives to the architectural design proposal were considered to bring forth a more cost effective and less expensive building. Realistic population figures were also discussed. The matter was taken under advisement at this time.