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�04%k1M { <br /> Town of Mashpee Shellfish Commission <br /> : z 16 Great Neck Road North <br /> Mashpee, MA 02649 <br /> Gear and Tackle Responsibility <br /> The board discussed the principle of individual responsibility for gear and tackle in relation to <br /> shellfish harvesting. Each harvester is accountable for ensuring their equipment is appropriate, safe, <br /> and used in compliance with local and state regulations. This includes maintaining gear in good <br /> condition, using legal methods, and taking care to avoid damaging shellfish habitats <br /> Consensus and Next Steps <br /> Before closing, the Chairman summarized the group's points of agreement: <br /> • Seek legal clarification regarding aquaculture license transferability under M.G.L. Chapter 130. <br /> • Implement a January 1st renewal date for commercial and aquaculture permits. <br /> • Approve a two-week, $35 recreational permit for short-term visitors. <br /> • Adjust eel harvest limits to 25 per day or 50 per week, with a maximum of three traps. <br /> • Remove all sea scallop references from the regulations. <br /> • Update terminology from "Board of Selectmen" to "Select Board." <br /> • Explore lanyards or waterproof permit holders to enforce visible display. <br /> Constable Avis confirmed he would update the draft regulations accordingly and circulate a revised <br /> version before the next meeting. He also said he would consult with town counsel about the aquaculture <br /> transfer question and report back with guidance. <br /> Boat Ramp Issues <br /> Constable Avis stated that he has inquired about any updates, but nothing has been officially confirmed. <br /> NEW BUSINESS: <br /> Shellfish Constable's Report <br /> ADJOURNMENT <br /> MOTION To adjourn. <br /> Motion bv: Chris Avis Seconded bv: Richard Cook <br /> Vote: The Motion passed unanimously. <br /> Meeting adjourned at 7:12pm. <br /> Respectfully Submitted, <br /> Gina Gonsalves <br /> Board Secretary <br /> List of Documents: <br /> • Meeting Minutes of September 9, 2025 <br /> • Shellfish Constable Report - September 2025 <br /> • Rules and Regulations <br /> 6 <br />