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repurposed into storage. Mr. Horton asked if the project needs to be re-voted at Town Meeting. Ms. Battite explained that Town Counsel advised that the revised scope is within the original project scope and does not need Town Meeting approval. After a motion duly made and seconded, the Committee voted by a roll call vote to approve the change in scope to the Old Reservoir Bathhouse as described in the memo dated 6-1-21. (8-0) Discussion of supplemental funding request for Art. 10i/19 Park and Playground Improvements-Sutherland Park--2020 Annual Town meeting appropriated $95,000 for park and playground improvements at Sutherland Park. Ms. Battite explained that after the play structure for Sutherland Park was purchased Town Staff and the Select Board received feedback from the community that the new structure would not be inclusive for all ages of children in the neighborhood. The previous structure was predominantly used by children under the age of five based on observation. The new structure is suitable for children ages 2-5 with elements for older children as well. After neighborhood feedback an area at Sutherland Park was identified to add an additional structure for older children. Ms. Battite would like to request supplemental funding for FSTM instead of ATM because installation of the additional structure will be pushed six or seven months if the project waits for ATM and the life span of the two structures will differ. The approximate cost of the additional structure is $50,000. Mr. Pato stated that he strongly supports the idea of funding the supplemental request and the process will generate better designs for future parks. Mr. Hornig asked if there was any reason why this request could not wait until FY23. Ms. Battite stated that requesting supplemental funding for FY23 would push the project back six or seven months. Mr. Hornig stated that he is having trouble justifying the supplemental request because a new structure is wanted six months earlier. After a motion duly made and seconded, the Committee voted by a roll call vote in a straw poll to be willing to bring forward a supplemental request to FSTM on the basis of Melissa Battite's 6-1-21 memo (6-2). Mr. Hornig and Ms. Walker voted not to support the motion. Ms. Barry, Ms. Battite, Mr. Coleman, Ms. Dean, Ms. O'Brien, and Mr. Pinsonneault left the meeting at 4:56 PM. Conservation Land Acquisition Planning- Mr. Wyman informed the Committee of a possible land donation for a parcel located on Meadowbrook Ave that is approximately 25,000 sq ft. The approximate due diligence cost is $35,000. The owners would like to donate the property before 2022 ATM because of income tax filing and to relieve the quarterly tax burden. Mr. Pato left the meeting at 5:05 PM. 2