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WATER POLLUTION CONTROL COMMISSION
MEETING
August 20, 2008
Present: J. Shaban(7:50 pm), P. Moisio, D. Pattee, D. Robinson, R. Regan
Also present: R. Gervais (Veolia Water), Soler (GLDC/GSTD), D. Walton(Meadow Ridge), A. Nosal and one member of the public
Mr. Regan called the meeting to order at 7:35 pm.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: move that the WPCC accept the minutes of the July 2, 2008 meeting as corrected. Pattee, Robinson. Approved. 3-0-1. Mrs. Moisio abstained.
Correction: page 1, #3, line 3, change tanks to tanker; page 3, para #1, line 1, change Mrs. to Ms.
REPORT FROM VEOLIA WATER
Mr. Gervais provided a written report:
1. Operations: The alum system installation is complete and undergoing testing. Mr. Gervais indicated a problem with the Zenon train two. An actuator valve had failed; a replacement installed, but has not been resolved to the satisfaction of Veolia. Train two continues to fault out 2 or 3 times daily. Mr. Gervais has contacted Zenon and a representative of Nickerson to get the issue resolved.
2. Plant Influent pipe blockage: On July 29, the plant influent pipe was blocked with debris (gravel and trap rock). The debris was removed and the problem was corrected. This problem followed a heavy rainfall, but it was not certain how all the debris got into the pipe.
3. Communication issues: there is no way of monitoring the Main Street pump station via the SCADA system. The plant water system alarms are routed through United Alarm. When the GLDC pump stations are installed and put on the SCADA system, the Georgetown pump station can be added to the SCADA system.
Mr. Shaban arrived at 7;50 pm.
4. Georgetown Pump station: Mr. Gervais reported that Pump 2 failed, a wiring problem. He is getting estimates for the cost to rebuild the pump and the cost of a new pump. He added that the grease in the pump station has accumulated again.
5. Phosphorus Level: Mr. Gervais was contacted by the CT DEP regarding the level of phosphorus and suggested the problem could be related to medical waste or to residential/commercial use of inappropriate cleaning products or products used to eliminate grease.
6. Odor issues: A complaint of odor was reported on August 13, 2008 at 6:15 am by a resident. Mr. Gervais received the complaint later in the day and was unable to determine the cause of the odor. He suggested that the odor may be coming from other sources, such as the trucks servicing grease traps, that work is normally performed very early in the morning and usually about the middle of the month. Resident Mike Pilato was in the audience and reported he did not notice odors, but was concerned about plant noises.
7. Noise issues: Mr. Gervais reported Veolia is exploring methods to baffle the noise from the odor control system.
8. Lighting issues: Mr. Gervais reported the lights over entry doors are on continually, as a safety measure, but the light is directed downward. The “high” lights are used only when work is being performed at the plant, and no work has been performed during evening hours during the past two months. The resident who complained about the lights will be contacted to determine which lights are offensive. Commission members expressed a concern about the cost of installing shields on lights that are used only occasionally, and the construction of a parking garage between the plant and the neighboring residences may eliminate the need to shield lights.
8.. Camera scoping of collection system: Mr. Kiani is on vacation and there was no report on the camera scoping. (Veolia, Farzin) is still working to get a quote for the cost of camera scoping of the collection system.)
9. Alum containment area: see discussion under GLDC Update below..
UPDATE ON GEORGETOWN LAND DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Mr. Soler reported the slabs over the Norwalk River are being removed and that portion of the project should be completed in October. GSTD will issue bonds next month for the infrastructure work.
The punchlist for the wastewater treatment facility have been reduced to four item: three are being corrected by Nickerson and the other is an air leak issue being addressed by Zenon. The Redding Building Inspector will be on site on Tuesday, August 26, 2008 for the final inspection prior to issuing a Certificate of Occupancy for the treatment facility.
Alum containment area: Mr. Gervais (Veolia) raised a concern about the water accumulating in the alum containment area. The area has an awning, but rainwater accumulates and is a potential problem. Mr. Valinski (Tighe & Bond) indicated that enclosure of the area is not needed and the water should not be an issue. Mr. Gervais will have the Veolia Safety person on site next week for a safety check and will ask for a specific assessment of the situation.
Splitter box: the cover for the splitter box is an open issue. This issue of need for a cover and who is responsible for the cost was briefly discussed. This and the alum containment area will be agenda items for discussion at the next meeting.
MEADOW RIDGE LIFE CARE REPORT
Mr. Walton reported the new wing at the facility is 90% sold but only 55% occupied. Disposal units continue to be removed as existing units are rehabbed.
Commission members discussed the need use the sampler provide samples of material from the Meadow Ridge facility and the Main Street area. Mr. Gervais indicated the sampler is currently be tested.
REVIEW OF USAGE FOR GEORGETOWN AREA
Nothing to report.
CHANGE IN USAGE: 58-60 Redding Road
Mr. Elio Caccivechi presented his plan to covert the existing building on the property into a restaurant use. A small addition for the building is planned. The plan is for 80-90 seats, serving lunch and dinner, closing at 10:00 pm during the week and 11:00 on weekends. He estimated the water flows to be no greater than 1400 gallons per day. WPCC requested that Mr. Caccivechi proceed through normal approval processes and re-appear before the WPCC with verification of the number of gallons per day. This item will be on the agenda for the September meeting.
UPDATE ON GREASE TRAP ISSUES
Town Health Officer Hartline recommended the following:
1. Events, 2 Main Street: a yearly grease-trap pumping for the business, unless periodic inspections reveal a change.
2. Georgetown Automotive, 54 Redding Road, now on Aquarion water and private well abandoned.
3. Lumberyard Sports Bar, 2 Main Street: now connected to the sewer collection line and ready for operation. Grease trap and sewer line have been inspected, monthly grease-trap pump outs will be required. Mr. Hartline issued the Permit to Discharge.
Mr. Nosal reported that all “base-line” data for the restaurants have been received. June receipt for pump-outs have not been received, with the exception of the Georgetown Saloon, Olive Market and Donna Marie restaurant. She will contact the other restaurants by phone and request the delinquent receipts be submitted to her office by September 1, 2008.
WPCC REGULATIONS
This item was tabled to the next meeting
REVIEW OF FINANCIAL STATUS AND APPROVAL OF INVOICES
The controller requested that the WPCC officially designate approval authority and sign all invoices for submission for payment.
Motion: move that the WPCC authorize that either John Shaban and/or Richard Regan have the authority to approve invoices by signature & date, following approval by the WPCC at the monthly meetings. The approved and signed invoices will be sent to the Controller’s office, along with a listing of invoices approved by the WPCC at their meetings. Pattee, Robinson. Approved. Unanimous.
The invoices from ATT were discussed. These charges appear to be extensive and should be reviewed further with Veolia staff. Alternate vendors may also be considered.
Invoices approved:
1. Motion: move that the WPCC approve for payment Veolia Water NA invoice #7011114 for $8,502.57 for July Reimbursables. Shaban, Robinson. Approved. Unanimous
2. Motion: move that the WPCC approve for payment Veolia Water NA invoice #7011156 for August services, $23,468.50, for submission for payment with the August log submission for the second pay cycle in September 2008. Shaban, Moisio. Approved. Unanimous.
3. Motion: move that the WPCC approve for payment WMC invoices # 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6, totaling $4,680, and seek reimbursement for ½ of the amount as agreed from Georgetown Special Taxing District. Moisio, Pattee. Approved. Unanimous.
4. Motion: move that the WPCC approve for payment the Transcanada invoice 177563 for, dated 7/9/2008, for $4,052.47, and invoice 183007 dated 8/7/2008 for $3,519.12. Shaban, Robinson. Approved. Unanimous.
5. Motion: move that the WPCC approve for payment the CL&P invoices, dated July 7, 2008, for $1,726.26 and dated August 5, 2008 for $1,658.07. Shaban, Moisio. Approved. Unanimous.
Discussion of the open Veolia invoice for oversight followed.
Motion: move that the WPCC authorize John Shaban to continue negotiations with Veolia Water NA for the project oversight charges in accordance with the previous discussion. Moisio, Pattee. Approved. Unanimous.
OTHER BUSINESS
The November meeting of the WPCC will be conducted in the Old Town House. The Hearing Room has been scheduled for a public hearing.
WPCC Clerk: Mrs. Moisio noted that Ms. Nosal is handling most of the office WPCC business, about 15 hours each week. As the current budget does not include the funding for the position, she requested an additional $8,500 in the budget salary line for the services.
Motion: move that the WPCC add $8,500 to the salary budget line item, bringing the total to $13,500 for the current fiscal year. Robinson, Regan. Approved. Unanimous.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Soler requested that copies of the WPCC regulations be sent to himself and Bill Penn (GSTD) to be sure that their regulations are aligned with the WPCC.
ADJOURNMENT
The Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:00 pm
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Maday, Recording Secretary
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