BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS
MINUTES FROM NOVEMBER 15, 2022
Board Attendees: Ivan Beattie (Chair), Doug Kilburn, Tim Madden
Town Staff: Leslie Perra (Interim Town Manager), Eric Severance (Superintendent)
Public Attendees: Brian Benson, Mike Nawrath
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Beattie called the meeting to order at 9:10 AM.
Minutes from January 21, 2022
Tabled minutes from January 21, 2022.
Well Pump #2
Discussed the reduced flow. Reviewed Maher quote. Pump is currently 34 years old. There is currently $852,000 in the Schwab Reserve Account.
Kilburn motioned to authorize $37,000 from the Schwab Reserve Account to install a 1800 RPM pump and motor in pump #2. Also include additional fees up to $60,000. Seconded by Madden. Motion passed 3-0-0.
Further discussion ensuring that the pump will work with the controller.
Water Rate Increases
Recommend a 4% increase for the next 18 months.
Kilburn motioned to raise water rates as presented effective 1/1/23 for the period of 18 months. Madden seconded the motion. Motion passed 3-0-0.
APO and Source Protection Plan
Benson asked about the 2004 hydrology study. He stated the letter of engagement is from 2006. Benson is requesting that the 2004 study be reviewed also. According to Benson, Janet Hurley claims there is glacial till in the area, but the 2004 study shows no glacial till.
Kilburn motioned to include the 2004 hydrology in the Haindel Study. Madden seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0-0.
Benson also recommended that the Haindel Study look at the test log pits for the end area at the Eco Resort.
Adjournment
Madden moved, seconded by Kilburn, to adjourn. Motion carried 3-0. Meeting ended at 10:03 AM
Approved By:
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