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FINCOM-Regular Session <br /> August 28,2025 <br /> APPOINMENTS &MEETINGS <br /> N/A <br /> COMMUNICATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE <br /> Select Board Liaison—Chair Wyman-Colombo <br /> Michaela Wyman-Colombo reported that the Select Board, after reviewing all relevant <br /> information including pond diagnostics and SRF evaluations, approved Article 4. The <br /> project was highly rated by impartial state reviewers for its effectiveness in removing <br /> nitrogen and preventing phosphorus pollution. Colombo emphasized that accepting the <br /> zero-percent loan funding with forgiveness is a timely opportunity. She stressed that the <br /> town must choose between proceeding with the Mashpee Wakeby projector forfeiting SRF <br /> funding, noting uncertainty about future funding opportunities if the town opts out. <br /> OLD BUSINESS <br /> Revisit October Warrant Articles which the Committee has placed on HOLD. <br /> Article 4 <br /> Motion made by Jamie Schuh to remove the hold on Article 4. <br /> Motion seconded by Darlene Furbush. <br /> Motion passed 5-0. <br /> Roll Call Vote <br /> Jeffrey Pettengill, yes; Jamie Schuh, yes; Greg McKelvey, yes; Anne Schnader, yes; Darlene <br /> Furbush,yes, <br /> Motion made by Greg McKelvey to recommend Article 4. <br /> Motion seconded by Jamie Schuh. <br /> The Finance Committee reviewed Article 4 and acknowledged the importance of <br /> addressing wastewater and water quality issues forthetown. While mindful of the project's <br /> costs, the committee recognizes the potential long-term environmental and public health <br /> benefits. They support transparent communication with residents and careful oversight of <br /> project expenditures to ensure responsible use of town funds. <br /> Town Manager Rodney Collins explained that recent language changes in Article 4 <br /> originated from bond counselto ensure legal accuracyand are being double-checked. <br /> Collins noted multiple upcoming information sessions planned for public discussion. <br />