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Freshwater Ponds Committee <br />August 19,2025 <br /> <br />Recap of Cape Cod Ponds Network In Person Meting <br />Sue Dangel commended the organized and data-rich presentation recently led by the <br />Cape Cod Commission and the APCC. The Cape Cod Commission is a governmental <br />agency that guides regional land use planning, economic development, and regulates <br />developments with significant regional impacts on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. APCC <br />refers to the Association to Preserve Cape Cod, a non-profit environmental <br />organization. <br />While the content was scientifically robust, it was noted that the level of technical detail <br />made it difficult for the general public to understand. It was suggested that the town <br />consider hosting a community event focused on cyanobacteria, which could provide <br />accessible explanations of key issues and make the science more digestible for non- <br />experts. <br />It was also mentioned that participants appreciated the open discussion and sharing <br />session held at the end of the meeting. <br />OLD BUSINESS <br /> Review Discuss and adopt Mission Statement <br />The committee reviewed the proposed mission statement <br /> It was noted that the Freshwater Ponds Committee was previously approved <br />without the “advisory” designation in the mission statement, though the <br />committee functions as an advisory body. <br /> There was agreement that the mission statement is generally well-written, with <br />only minor grammatical adjustments suggested. <br /> One member emphasized the importance of the mission statement being broad <br />and comprehensive to encompass all relevant activities and responsibilities. <br /> Questions arose regarding the committee’s relationship with other advisory <br />groups in neighboring towns or counties, with clarification that the mission <br />statement should reflect the committee’s focus solely within Mashpee and does <br />not imply responsibility beyond town boundaries. <br /> A recommendation was made to explicitly state in the mission statement that the <br />Mashpee Freshwater Ponds Committee serves as an advisory group to the <br />Select Board <br />Motion made by Laurel Francke to adopt the mission statement with corrections as <br />stated. <br />Motion seconded by Jonathan Small. <br />Vote 9-0 <br />4 <br /> <br /> <br />