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12 Mr. Roise stated that they would then reassess their systems. The new infiltration systems will be a greater improvement on the resource area since the water runoff is not currently treated in any capacity. Ms. Kayersman stated that if the system failed then enforcement actions would be taken by the Conservation Department as it is not the intention of the construction to negatively impact the wetland. Chairman Hamilton stated that the proposed mechanisms are not new and innovative but rather sound practices. A peer reviewer was brought to review the project to ensure thoroughness. Ms. Brown asked how the side of the roadway is planned to be re-vegetated after the curbing. Ms. Kayersman stated that a conservation seed mix is proposed to be planted but no removal of vegetation is planned. Mr. Wolk asked if there is a procedure in place to test for the water to ensure that everything that is going correctly. Mr. Roise stated that there are water quality tests and heavy metal tests. Mr. Wolk stated that the school does have an education regarding ecology where water quality testing could arise as an educational opportunity for the students. The Commission will add water quality testing as a condition. Mr. Ed Bouquillon stated that the school provides students with a wastewater treatment operation license and freshwater license. Water testing and monitoring is a routine part of the school's curriculum. Mr. Langseth stated that the Commission has approved two synthetic turf fields so far and have not seen any negative impacts to the wetlands thus far. This project has a more extensive infiltration system than those previously permitted fields. Mr. Bitsko reiterated that the students testing can be done in addition to professionals who can report and clean out the systems as a part of the operations and maintenance plan. Mr. Bitsko emphasized the importance of the long term operations and maintenance plan. Mr. Bouquillon stated that the school committee approved a new position, a Director of Facilities to handle maintenance such as the requirements that will be included in the Order of Conditions.