02/19/2026 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes (2)

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Town of Mashpee Conservation Commission 16 Great Neck Road North Mashpee, MA 02649 MOTION: To allow New Seabury Marina LLC to clear vegetation within the existing tennis court footprint at 129 Dennis Island Road for the limited purpose of assessing site conditions, including the condition of the clay surface and associated structures with the following conditions: 1. that any work beyond clearing and exploratory activity—including reconstruction, fencing replacement, or a change of use such as kayak storage—shall require the filing of a Request for Determination of Applicability or a Notice of Intent and further review by the Commission. Discussion: Chair Cook suggested adding a condition requiring the applicant to submit a written report to staff after the site is cleared and assessed. Staff would then determine whether a Request for Determination of Applicability or a Notice of Intent is required for any future work.Commissioners agreed this would clarify the appropriate filing process and allow staff to inform the Commission of next steps prior to any formal submission, if necessary. Motion bv: Richard Sahl Seconded by: Sandi Godfrey Vote: Motion passed by unanimous vote. (Steve Cook, Paul Colombo, Sandi Godfrey, Seana Pitt, Richard Sahl) • April 161" Quarterly Meeting Preparation The Commission discussed preparation for the April 16th quarterly meeting and asked Commissioners to submit agenda items to staff. The Pledge of Allegiance will be included, as prior discussion had been deferred due to a heavy agenda. A question was raised regarding application of Robert's Rules of Order when a motion did not receive a second; it was clarified that Robert's Rules apply in all cases.An update was provided on the working group, noting that proposed meeting dates will be circulated and that scheduling and document revisions have delayed progress. Remaining updates will be addressed at the quarterly meeting. Updates: (*15 minutes) (Public Comment solicited for each update—3 minutes per comment) The following updates will be discussed at the April 16, 2026, Quarterly Meeting: • Red Brook Road Culvert (Waquoit Bay Research Reserve-grant assistance) • Upper Quashnet Restoration • Johns Pond and Santuit Pond Milfoil • Chop Chaque Bog Restoration • Local Comprehensive Plan • Herring Warden • Harbor Management Committee • Mashpee River Restoration • Santuit Pond Fish Ladder—NRCS • Guided Nature Tours—February Schedule • Poppy Spit Dredge 3