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Town of Mashpee Conservation Commission <br /> 16 Great Neck Road North <br /> Mashpee, MA 02649 <br /> o Commissioners emphasized the need for a consistent and transparent approach. One <br /> commissioner noted that while it is possible to gather site-specific data on effluent <br /> concentrations, any deviation from the current standard requires technical justification, <br /> and care must be taken to avoid arbitrary case-by-case decisions that could create <br /> friction or legal challenges. They stressed that a uniform method based on the number <br /> of bedrooms or occupants per house could provide clarity for applicants while <br /> maintaining environmental protection. <br /> o Mr. Colombo suggested inviting Brian Horsley of Aztec to present on current <br /> Innovative/Alternative (I/A) systems and reaching out to the Cape Cod Commission <br /> and the agent network to collect literature and technical guidance. Commissioners <br /> agreed that data gathering and literature review were critical steps before proposing any <br /> formal changes to the regulation. The next quarterly meeting was tentatively scheduled <br /> for November 20th, allowing sufficient time to prepare and review findings. <br /> Commissioners also discussed sending Horsley relevant sections of Regulation 30 in <br /> advance so he could tailor his presentation to the Commission's regulatory context. <br /> o Members recognized the progress made in Mashpee with existing sewer and septic <br /> regulations, noting that while water quality remains an issue, stricter local standards <br /> and the promotion of I/A systems have significantly improved environmental <br /> outcomes. There was general agreement that using the current regulatory framework <br /> effectively, supplemented with new data and technical input, is the best approach to <br /> further protect water quality. <br /> MOTION: For a brief recess. <br /> Motion by: Sandi Godfrey Seconded by: Richard Sahl <br /> Vote: Motion passed by unanimous vote. <br /> (Steven Cook, Sandi Godfrey, Paul Colombo, Richard Sahl) <br /> MOTION: For to resume the Public Hearing. <br /> Motion by: Paul Colombo Seconded by: Richard Sahl <br /> Vote: Motion passed by unanimous vote. <br /> (Steven Cook, Sandi Godfrey, Paul Colombo, Richard Sahl) <br />