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Article 9 To see if the Town will vote to appropriate and transfer the sum of $210,000 from the Community Preservation Fund Budget for Appropriation Reserve in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 44B, §5, for the purpose of funding a grant for the LeClair Village Playground project, Assessors Map 93, Parcel 6, Cooper Street including necessary expenses as 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 provide enrichment and quality outdoor space for children and families. A sound play structure is planned for children ages 3-13 on a flat surface area that is handicap accessible with parking on site for public access. The project was initially planned, but removed from the scope due to cost constraints exacerbated by the pandemic. A total of 39 units are constructed on the site for low to moderate income families. The closest playground is difficult to access due to the lack of sidewalks in this area. When school is in session there is no allowable access to school playgrounds. A private funding source has been identified to contribute towards the project. The Community Preservation Committee recommends approval of Article 9 by a vote of 7-1-1. The Select Board recommends approval of Article 9 by a vote of 5-0 The Finance Committee recommends approval of Article 9 by a vote of 7-0 Motion made by Select Board Member Cotton Motion: I move the Town vote to approve Article 9 as printed in the warrant, with the exception of the phrase "or take any other action relating thereto." Motion passes unanimously at 7:39PM Article 10 To see if the Town will vote to appropriate and transfer the sum of $59,500 from the Community Preservation Fund 10% Historic Purpose Reserve in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 44B, §5, for the purpose of funding the Chopchaque Cranberry Storage Barn Preservation Phase I project; Assessors Map 23, Parcel 2, 0 Cranberry Lane including necessary expenses as 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 conduct a historic preservation feasibility study on the Chopchaque Cranberry Storage Barn. The project will ensure any preservation effort meets the Secretary of Interior's standards for rehabilitation, as required by CPA funding. The Community Preservation Committee recommends approval of Article 10 by a vote of 9-0. PAGE 7