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Town of Mashpee Conservation Commission <br /> 16 Great Neck Road North <br /> Mashpee, MA 02649 <br /> The Commission discussed previous alum treatments conducted in Mashpee and elsewhere on Cape Cod. <br /> Conservation staff noted that similar treatments had been successfully implemented in other ponds and that <br /> lessons learned from earlier projects had improved treatment methods and monitoring protocols. <br /> During public comment, Bonnie Gatley, 34 Cranberry Lane, inquired about potential restrictions on <br /> boating, kayaking, swimming, fishing,pet use, and other recreational activities during the treatment period. <br /> Mr. Ladewig explained that temporary restrictions may be necessary during active treatment operations for <br /> safety purposes, but that there would be no long-term restrictions on recreational use once treatment <br /> activities were completed. He further stated that treatment schedules and any temporary restrictions would <br /> be publicly posted. Ms. Gatley also inquired about enforcement of existing boating restrictions on the pond <br /> and was advised to contact the Harbormaster's Office regarding any concerns. <br /> During additional public comment, Cynthia Koss, 59 Forest Drive, inquired about recently posted notices <br /> around the pond and whether they were related to the proposed alum treatment. It was explained that the <br /> notices pertained to a separate aquatic invasive species treatment for milfoil, fanwort, and nuisance elodea <br /> and that the treatment posed no public health or pet safety concerns. <br /> The Commission discussed the importance of providing adequate public notification regarding treatment <br /> schedules,monitoring activities, and any temporary restrictions. Conservation staff indicated that <br /> coordination with the Town's Water Quality Coordinator could assist with public outreach and notification <br /> efforts. <br /> There was no further public comment. <br /> MOTION: To close an issue for 117 Timberlane Drive - Santuit Pond with the following <br /> conditions: <br /> 1. The project shall comply with all recommendations contained in the Division <br /> of Marine Fisheries comment letter. <br /> 2. Prior to each treatment event, the treatment schedule shall be publicly posted. <br /> 3. Any temporary closures or restrictions associated with the treatment activities <br /> shall be publicly posted in advance of the treatment. <br /> Motion by: Richard Sahl Seconded bv: Sandi Godfrey <br /> Vote: Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. <br /> Steve Cook, Sandi Godfrey Richard Sahl, Seana Pitt <br /> NOI 112 Old Brickyard Road, Deidre O'Callaghan & Martin Druffner. Proposed residential <br /> additions and landscaping improvements. (Representative: Cape & Islands Engineering, Inc.) 43- <br /> 3423 <br /> Mark Dibb of Cape &Islands Engineering, Inc. explained that the property is located west of Old Brickyard Road with Johns <br /> Pond situated to the west/northwest. Resource areas associated with the property include Johns Pond, the edge of water, inland <br /> bank, and the associated 75-foot and 150-foot buffer zones. <br /> The existing property consists of a single-family residence, driveway,landscaped areas, and gravel surfaces. The proposal <br /> includes construction of a 16.4-foot by 8.9-foot addition on the front of the house, as well as a covered porch along the <br /> 9 <br />