Water system updates are 90% complete; a new transducer will be purchased. DES inspection is set for August 19. Library solar inverter functionality was restored; panel replacement was authorized with capital reserve funds. The EV charger was decommissioned due to costs and misuse. Scott approved the removal of three trees near Stevens Terrace and one dead maple near the ball field via contractor. C. Goulet and R. Scott, Jr. approved the manifest 3/0. Quotes will be obtained for repainting the school crosswalk. An insurance claim was filed for a damaged fire department radio. Upcoming meetings include Hazard Mitigation on September 2 at 5 PM and Selectboard meetings on 8/24 and 9/21 at 6 PM at The Grange.
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The Selectboard approved removing three trees near Stevens Terrace and a dead maple near the ballfield, with work by an approved contractor. The board authorized replacing a damaged solar panel using capital reserve funds after confirming increased electric bills resulted from the solar inverter being switched off. The EV charger was decommissioned due to costs and misuse, though future installation with a timer remains possible. C. Goulet and R. Scott, Jr. approved 3-0 to sign manifests for 7/27 and 8/3. Upcoming meetings include Hazard Mitigation on September 2, 9, 23, and 30 at 5PM, and Selectboard meetings at The Grange on 8/24 and 9/21 at 6PM. Election Law training is scheduled for 9/1. Brian reported water system improvements are 90% complete, with a new transducer to be purchased. DES scheduled a sanitary survey for August 19.
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The Select Board approved revised tire disposal fees of $6.00 per tire for passenger vehicles. Regarding a shed on Christie Road within the Town right-of-way belonging to the Aldrich property, Charles Goulet motioned to send a formal letter requesting its removal; the motion was seconded by Ron Scott, Jr. and carried unanimously. A quote of $1,200 for removing four dead trees was reviewed; the Board unanimously voted 3-0 to inspect the trees before the next meeting rather than approve removal immediately. The Board agreed to pursue grant opportunities to address aging water infrastructure, including well upgrades and generator replacement. Maintenance is scheduled for August, including replacing a suction line, and Laviolette Controls is scheduled to rewire the water system. Manifests for 7/13 and 7/20 were approved 3-0. Upcoming dates include a Hazard Mitigation Meeting on September 2 at 5 PM.
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The Board addressed water system failures, including a pressure control board malfunction and chemical overfeed corrected by system flushing. Laviolette Controls will rewire the pumps to integrate with the existing PLC. Quotes will be obtained to replace the school's failing digital water meter. Routine maintenance is scheduled for August, including lift pump suction line replacement. The Board agreed to pursue grant opportunities for infrastructure upgrades, such as replacing the unreliable Onan generator. Following discussion on rising costs, the Board approved revised tire disposal fees of $6.00 per tire. Motion by Charles Goulet, seconded by Ron Scott, Jr., carried unanimously to send a formal letter requesting removal of a shed from the Christie Road right-of-way. A Mapleton Road racetrack complaint was dismissed as it is on private property. The Board voted 3-0 to inspect four dead trees on Stevens Terrace and Main Street before deciding on removal. The manifest for 7/13 and 7/20 was approved 3-0.
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The Select Board voted 3-0 to provide a letter of support for the Forest Society's grant application to acquire and conserve 331 acres for wellhead protection. Addressing tax-deeded properties, the Board directed that written statements from owners verifying trailer removal or uninhabitable conditions must be secured before processing abatements. Brian reported water and sewer line installations are complete, with ongoing work continuing in the Stevens Terrace area. Suzanne announced Hazard Mitigation Plan meetings for September 2, 9, 23, and 30 at 5:00 p.m., necessary for funding eligibility. The Board agreed to seek a qualified contractor for Veterans Monument restoration and will investigate potential regulatory violations at 44 Pleasant Valley Road, revisiting the issue in two weeks. Rollin Baldwin's application was approved 3-0. Ron Scott agreed to obtain a cost estimate for repainting the signal pole near the library. Manifests for 6/26/2026 and 7/6/2026 were approved 3-0.
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