02/05/2026 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes (2)

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Town of Mashpee Conservation Commission 16 Great Neck Road North Mashpee, MA 02649 NOI 59 The Heights,John & Cynthia Brink Trustees. Proposed vista pruning project. (Representative: Environmental Landscape Solutions, LLC) 43- 3395 The applicant presented a proposal for vista pruning within the buffer zone to an inland bank at 59 The Heights. Based on approximately 95 feet of frontage, a 23.75-foot-wide vista corridor was calculated to remain within the allowable 25% frontage limit and to minimize vegetation disturbance. The proposal includes selective pruning of one oak tree located within the vista corridor. The work would involve removal of coppice growth within the center of the tree,representing less than 20% of the tree's vegetation, and is intended to improve overall crown health. No saplings are proposed to be removed. All other work consists of pruning lower native vegetation,primarily clethra, inkberry,bayberry, and some oak saplings, consistent with vista pruning guidelines. The corridor was intentionally aligned to avoid the eastern portion of the tree line and set back approximately five to six feet from the property line to prevent encroachment onto neighboring property. The applicant explained that the selective pruning of the oak is expected to benefit the long-term health of the tree by directing growth and nutrients to the crown. Commissioners had no questions or concerns, and no comments were received from staff or the public. MOTION: To close an issue at 59 The Heights with the following condition: 1. The work be completed by March 1,2026, unless staff recommends a two-week extension Motion by: Richard Sahl Seconded by: Sandi Godfrey Vote: Motion passed by unanimous vote. (Steve Cook, Sarah Thornbrugh, Paul Colombo,Sandi Godfrey,Seana Pitt Richard Sahl) COC 2 Cross Tree Way, Steven & Phyllis Fagell. Proposed raze and replacement of the house,pool& patio installation, septic system replacement, and mitigation plantings. (Representative: Cape&Islands Engineering,Inc.) 43- 3207 The project included the raise and replacement of the house,pool and patio installation, septic system replacement, and associated mitigation plantings, all of which have passed inspection. Staff reported that the required multi-year mitigation maintenance agreements were submitted and remain in effect, with one additional year of monitoring reports still required as an ongoing condition. Oversight of mitigation work is being handled by Tyler Gudrell. During discussion, a commissioner noted that the packet did not include the as-built plans or original Order of Conditions and asked for clarification regarding a stone path installed in place of certain stormwater mitigation features and plantings. Staff explained that a planned stormwater feature adjacent to the salt marsh was ultimately not installed, and that omission was considered a substantial compliance trade-off. The stone path was deemed acceptable because it is porous and does not increase nitrogen loading. Staff agreed to confirm that all required documentation is on file. MOTION: For a Certificate of Compliance on 2 Cross Tree Way. Motion by: Richard Sahl Seconded by: Sandi Godfrey Vote: Motion passed by unanimous vote. (Steve Cook, Sarah Thornbrugh, Paul Colombo,Sandi Godfrey,Seana Pitt,Richard Sahl) 12