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Select Board Minutes July 28,2025 Chair Wyman-Colombo opened the discussion by clarifying public confusion regarding development projects in Mashpee. Wyman-Colombo emphasized that the current site work visible in the area relates to a previously permitted project, not the proposed "On Commons" 40B development, which is a separate project located at the corner of Route 28 and Job's Fishing Road. While "On Commons" seeks to utilize the Mashpee Commons wastewater facility, it is otherwise unrelated. Wyman-Colombo explained that under the Chapter 40B process, the Select Board does not approve or deny the project but is responsible for submitting a letter of local concerns to Mass Housing, which makes the determination. Board members reviewed the draft letter prepared by sta?, summarizing departmental concerns. Selectman Cotton expressed that while the letter was comprehensive, he hoped for more focused attention on safety concerns, including clariﬁcation from the Fire Chief about ladder access and emergency response. Town Manager Rodney Collins conﬁrmed that the Fire Chief’s safety concerns remain unchanged and are reﬂected in the letter. Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson reiterated that the Board’s role is to communicate concerns—not approve or deny the project—due to the structure of the 40B process. Selectman Weeden praised the letter for being thorough, balanced, and well- structured, noting it captures the essence of many departmental and committee concerns. He supported the inclusion of committee comments as an addendum to ensure transparency and provide substantive context. Selectwoman Kelley-Wilson supported this approach, noting that including factual information submitted by the public paints a more complete picture. The Board agreed to make minor edits for clarity and emphasis, including bolding the term “in perpetuity” in reference to a?ordable housing. Motion made by Selectman Weeden to recommend and approve letter with suggested edits as drafted regarding Local Comments on Application for Project Eligibility Letter, On Commons LLC, Lot 14 Jobs Fishing Road, Mashpee Motion seconded by Selectman Richardson. Vote: 5-0. Unanimous Roll Call Vote Selectwoman Wyman-Colombo-yes