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5. Through-flow composite decking for the entire pier <br /> 6. Restrict construction to be outside the flounder season (Jan 1 —May 31) <br /> 7. Removal of hardscape and walkways no longer in use <br /> 8. Add mitigation to the areas no longer in use <br /> • Ms. Godfrey seconded the motion. <br /> • Vote: Mr. Cook(Yes), Ms. Godfrey (Yes), Ms. Thornbrugh (Yes), Ms. Clapprood (Yes), <br /> Mr. Colombo (Yes). The motion passed unanimously <br /> Documents provided: Cape &Islands Engineering,Inc.; Notice of Intent application and project narrative; <br /> 12/12/24 Plan"Proposed Pier Plan" <br /> NOI <br /> 3-3328 231 Vineyard Reach,Vineyard Reach Condominium Association <br /> ➢ Representative: Wet Tech Land Design, Inc <br /> ➢ Continued from 1/9/25, 1/23/25 <br /> Project Overview and Site Details <br /> • The agreement with New Seabury Properties LLC was signed today (2/6/25) <br /> • The slope is a 37% grade (close to a 3:1 pitch) at its steepest portion <br /> • The pond is approximately 6.3 feet deep, with a liner at the bottom <br /> • The pond was constructed between 2000 and 2005 <br /> • Groundwater was hit at an 8 ft elevation. <br /> Retaining Wall Specifications <br /> • The wall will measure approximately 136 linear feet <br /> • Two types of blocks will be utilized (keystone with pins and a beveled edge system) <br /> • The wall height will not exceed 30 inches to avoid railing requirements (currently <br /> planned for 24-30 inches) <br /> • Cap blocks will be secured with silicone <br /> • Crushed stone will be used for backfill to facilitate drainage through the wall. <br /> Pond Ecosystem and Wildlife Considerations <br /> • The pond contains fish (trout,possibly perch), bullfrogs, turtles, and various bird species <br /> • The commission expressed concern about protecting obligate species during the removal <br /> of invasive species <br /> • There was a discussion about the timing of work to minimize the impact on wildlife <br /> • A suggestion was made to install a siltation curtain to protect aquatic life during the work <br /> • It is recommended to consult a wildlife specialist for proper methodology <br /> • Spring is identified as potentially disruptive to amphibian breeding grounds. <br /> Invasive Species Removal Methodology <br /> • The excavator will be placed at the bottom of the slope to remove willows and other <br /> invasive species. <br /> • The plan is to mechanically remove invasives (roots and all)rather than using herbicides <br /> • Material will be removed from the site instead of being chipped and left on location <br /> 8 <br />