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• Described work with the Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital in <br /> Orlando, providing comfort to children affected by parental addiction. <br /> • Participated in Florida's Guardian ad Litem program, advocating for <br /> children in distress and witnessing inadequate housing conditions <br /> firsthand. <br /> • Currently volunteers with St. Vincent de Paul Society in <br /> Massachusetts, assisting individuals and families with rent,utilities, <br /> and other needs. <br /> Understanding of the Affordable Housing Committee Role <br /> • Confirmed understanding of the Affordable Housing Committee's <br /> purpose and the roles and responsibilities of its members. <br /> • Expressed readiness to contribute and persistence in problem-solving <br /> Residency and Availability <br /> • Confirmed full-time residency in Massachusetts since 2020 after <br /> moving from Florida. <br /> • Stated retirement since 2007, with ample time and commitment to <br /> serve on the committee. <br /> OLD BUSINESS <br /> ➢ 209 Old Barnstable Road <br /> o Tom Fudala clarified hydrology concerns, stating that water drains toward the <br /> Mashpee River, not the Quashnet River, and supported the project with proper <br /> treatment systems. <br /> o The primary committee concern was the high number of homes proposed for a <br /> small area, with water quality and density as main issues. <br /> Traffic Concerns & Public Feedback <br /> o Significant community concern about traffic congestion and safety on Old <br /> Barnstable Road, especially due to heavy truck traffic and lack of sidewalks. <br /> o A 2024 traffic study was completed, identifying six mitigation recommendations, <br /> including a proposal to restrict heavy trucks. <br /> o Residents and abutters voiced strong opposition to the project, citing safety for <br /> children, high vehicle counts, and lack of suitable infrastructure. <br /> o A survey of 247 homeowners showed 85% opposition to the project, mainly due <br /> to water quality, traffic, and density concerns. <br /> Density, Compatibility, and Site Comparisons <br /> o Residents compared the proposed density at 209 Old Barnstable Road to other <br /> local developments, noted it would be 2.5 times denser than LaClair Village and <br /> denser than Quashnet Valley Condominiums. <br /> o Concerns raised about the incompatibility of the project with surrounding <br /> residential neighborhoods, as most affordable housing in the area is located in less <br /> dense,more rural or commercial zones. <br /> Mitigation Strategies & Policy Limitations <br /> o Discussion on the feasibility of restricting truck and non-local traffic on Old <br /> Barnstable Road, with suggestions to petition the state Department of <br /> Transportation for truck bans. <br /> 3 <br />