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WATER POLLUTION CONTROL COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
December 5, 2007
Present: R. Regan, P. Moisio, D. Pattee, D. Robinson J. Shaban, D. Stroetzel
Also present: Bozza (Veolia Water), Gibbons (GLDC), Valinski(Tighe & Bond), Muccino & Walton (Meadow Ridge), and one other
Mr. Shaban called the regular meeting to order at 7:30 pm in the Hearing Room of the Town Office Building.
Mr. Shaban introduced and welcomed new member Dan Robinson
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: That the Water Pollution Control Commission accept the minutes of November 7, 2007 as submitted. Pattee, Moisio. Approved. Unanimous.
Motion: That the Water Pollution Control Commission accept the minutes of November 17, 2007 site visit as submitted. Regan, Moisio. Approved. Unanimous..
REPORT FROM VEOLIA WATER
Mr. Bozza submitted his monthly report. The system is performing as expected. The average flow is 52,000 gallons per day. He indicated the average flow per day from the Meadow Ridge facility is averaging between 37,000 and 41,000 gpd. The Bio-reactor #2 is in construction.
The Phase 3 contract was discussed, action was taken by the Commission later in the meeting.
UPDATE ON GEORGETOWN LAND DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
The project is gearing up for work to be done in the Spring of 2008.
DISCUSSION OF GEORGETOWN SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT & OPEN INVOICES FOR SERVICES RELATIVE TO THE NEW TREATMENT FACILITY
Discussion of invoices and their resolution was lengthy. Mr. Shaban and Mr. Regan will schedule an additional meeting with GLDC representatives to resolve issues prior to taking the issue to mediation. The Commission approved the use of a representative from WMC Engineering as a neutral mediator.
MEADOW RIDGE HEALTH CARE
Mr. Muccino reported additional units had been refurbished and the garbage disposal removed. Commission members expressed a concern about the high flows from the facility. Meadow Ridge representatives Muccino and Walton opined that (1) their usage numbers, while high, were slightly lower than Veolia’s numbers; and (2) the higher usage numbers could be due in part to certain construction and repair activities that required the de-watering of the entire new wing. They reported that they are pursuing water conservation measures where possible. Residents have been alerted to the problem and asked to assist by minimizing excessive use of water. Mr. Muccino and Mr. Bozza will work together to monitor the situation and rectify any differences in the usage measurements.
DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON REQUEST FROM 2 MAIN STREET
Adam Lubarsky was present representing Jarl Orell of Events at 2 Main Street and Marilyn Sloper owner of the property. He requested approval of an increase in capacity to allow the addition of a commercial washer and dryer. Health Officer, Doug Hartline, estimated the unit would use 112.5 gallons per usage and peak total wastewater discharge gallons per day would be 562.5 gpd.
Motion: move that the WPCC approve the addition of one commercial washer for use at 2 Main Street and permit the applicant up to an average discharge not to exceed 465 gallons per day for the washer and previously approved dishwasher. The applicant must return to the WPCC for any change in usage. Regan, Moisio. Approved. Unanimous.
MEETING DATES FOR 2008
The meeting dates for 2008 were accepted as presented.
REVIEW OF FINANCIAL STATUS
The Controller submitted the Year to Date budget status as of 12/5/07 and the Balance of Accounts Report as of 11/20/07.
The Controller’s office reported that all approved and submitted invoices from Veolia Water have been paid. Mr. Bozza stated that there are some outstanding invoices. Mr. Regan will review the status of all open invoices and in particular those concerning Veolia’s costs in connection with the monitoring of the Phase 3 construction..
Mr. Robinson will begin a review of the WPCC accounting procedures and cash controls. He will work with the Controller on the project.
OTHER BUSINESS
The Phase 3 contract was discussed. Mr. Shaban noted several discrepancies between the proposed letter and the latest draft contract, and the addition of certain language that he would like to discuss with Veolia. The Commission agreed and gave authority to Mr. Shaban to make final arrangements with Veolia in accordance with the contents of the discussion.
Mr. Regan will inspect the Georgetown restaurant grease traps with Doug Hartline.
ADJOURNMENT
The Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:30 pm
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Maday, Recording Secretary
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