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Select Board Minutes June 9,2025 Update and Discussion of the Housing Production Plan – Brian Tobin, Town Planner Brian Tobin provided an update on the Housing Production Plan (HPP), following a general overview at the previous meeting. He noted that although the timeline is aggressive, signiﬁcant progress has been made. A full draft of the plan is on track for submission by June 16, with public comments having closed on June 6. Since May 19, planning e?orts have emphasized barriers to development, including environmental constraints such as Mashpee's nitrogen-sensitive watershed areas and updated Title 5 regulations. The plan prioritizes adding a?ordable units to the Subsidized Housing Inventory (SHI), with LeClair Village now o?icially included. Meetings with the Planning Board and A?ordable Housing Committee conﬁrmed the plan is on schedule. Key strategies include utilizing town-owned land, exploring tiny home models, and pursuing a 40B development to secure a one-year safe harbor. Brian Tobin has already reached out to the state for preliminary feedback, which is expected soon. The plan will be presented to the Planning Board and Select Board for approval and authorization to make ﬁnal adjustments. Brian noted that the June 30 timeline was set to encourage public input, not due to a regulatory deadline. The potential need for part-time sta? to support HPP implementation was also discussed and will require coordination with the Town Manager. NEW BUSINESS Review of Applicant for Santuit Pond Community Representative on the Freshwater Ponds Committee – Larry Ginsburg Larry Ginsburg was welcomed by the board after submitting his letter and résumé to serve as the Santuit Pond Community Representative on the Freshwater Ponds Committee. A resident of three years, he expressed concern about the pollution in Santuit Pond. The board appreciated his interest and willingness to get involved. Motion made by Selectman Richardson to appoint Larry Ginsburg as the Santuit Pond Community Representative on the Freshwater Ponds Committee. Motion seconded by Selectman Cotton. VOTE: 4-0 Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes Selectman Cotton-yes Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson-yes Selectman Richardson-yes Acceptance of Resignation from the Sewer Commission – Phyllis Sprout, Precinct 2, Term Expires June 30, 2025. Motion made by Selectman Richardson to accept the resignation of Phyliss Sprout from the Sewer Commission.