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Town of Mashpee Sewer Commission <br /> t <br /> 16 Great Neck Road North <br /> Mashpee, MA 02649 <br /> Not discussed. <br /> WASTEWATER SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE <br /> Mr. Meader said recent meetings with the Waquoit Bay group were productive and that the <br /> group offered support, including outreach to DEP and the Governor's office. <br /> Phase 2 Traffic and Public Interaction <br /> Mr. Meader addressed traffic impacts: <br /> • The Main Street intersection near Town Hall is the busiest in town. <br /> • The approach is concentrated disruption for about three months rather than prolonged <br /> intermittent work. <br /> • Safety concerns were emphasized, including trench-collapse risks. <br /> • He asked that complaints be directed to him rather than staff. <br /> • Start times were initially delayed to 9:00 a.m. to reduce school and work traffic impacts, <br /> with plans to shift earlier as patterns stabilize. <br /> • The Town will avoid closing two major roads at the same time. <br /> • Businesses remain accessible if drivers inform police or flaggers of their destination. <br /> Freshwater Ponds Group Update <br /> Ms. Fisher reported: <br /> • The group plans to advance a Town Meeting article for a full diagnostic assessment of <br /> Johns Pond and Moody Pond, aligned with Phase 3 planning. <br /> • The goal is to identify internal lake management actions while external nutrient loads are <br /> addressed. <br /> • The group is planning community engagement events and exploring a monthly newsletter <br /> in the Mashpee Enterprise focused on freshwater education. <br /> Additional Green Stake Clarifications <br /> Mr. Meader reiterated that the "two weeks"notice represents a minimum, and most residents will <br /> have more time before work reaches their area. Staff will provide maps and photos as needed and <br /> encouraged residents who are away to call for confirmation. <br /> Chair Harris asked Mr. Meader to remind residents regarding procedures. Mr. Meader stated: <br /> • Separate crews may place stakes and later deliver door hangers, causing confusion. <br /> • Residents should not move or remove stakes themselves. <br /> • If moved without engineer approval, construction will revert to the original engineered <br /> location. <br /> • Residents should call the wastewater department so staff can coordinate formal review <br /> and on-site discussion. <br /> Public Comment <br /> Ms. Wyman-Colombo clarified that Mashpee and Falmouth each account for the largest share of <br /> nitrogen loading to Waquoit Bay, at approximately 45% each, with Sandwich contributing about <br />