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Meeting was called to order at 9:14 AM by Bill Porter, Chairman. Those present were: Deane Keuch and
Richard Lockyer, members, Paul Anderson, Superintendent, Fred Meyer, Foreman and Pamela Davidson,
Department Assistant
1. VISITORS: None
2. MINUTES: Bill Porter made the MOTION to approve the Februa~y 9, 2010 meeting minutes as amended.
Dick Lockyer seconded the motion. Passed unanimously.
3. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
a. Operations report
• Fred reported that the field crew has been focused on upgrading older water meters to ORION water
meters. He has field tested both the integral and regular Orion water meters in adverse conditions
and locations. He is very pleased with the readability of them under any circumstance.
• John reported that the field crew recently replaced a check valve at Well #1. It was a tough job to
complete, but all went smoothly.
• John collaborated with a SCADA System consultant on February 18, 2010 in order to change over
the alarm notification program. The department staff is now notified of alarm's within the system
via cell phone. The notification had been via pager. This switch has enabled the crew to be notified
of the type of alarm as well as being able to acknowledge the alarm from their phone. At any time,
the field personnel can also call to check on any outstanding alarms.
• John reported that annual maintenance on the electric and the auxiliary motors at the treatment plant
and the wells, has been ongoing.
• Paul informed the Water Commissioners that the field crew has been clear cutting along the well
roads and around the power lines to the wells.
• Hydrant maintenance is continuing to run smoothly and is progressing nicely.
• Paul's goals of efficiency and informed safety are being met. The seasonal meter program is being
assessed by Fred to cut down on man hours. A recent safety meeting with the field crew was well
received and some better practices are being utilized.
b. Water Quality update
• John reported that routine samples were being taken today rather than yesterday due to yesterday's
poor weather conditions.
• All DEP required annual samples have been completed, with the exception of PCE which has a
deadline of March 31, 2010.
• Chlorination of the water system in preparation for seasonal flushing began 2 weeks ago.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Project updates
• Paul emailed Charlie Sumner regarding the inclusion of the ongoing snow and roof safety issues
within the original contract between the architect and the town. No specifications were included, so
Steve Shuman will be designing and obtaining quotes for a solution.
• The current access to the department's HVAC system is a ladder into the attic. This was the
specification from the original plan. Paul has determined that changing this would require a cost
prohibitive design and installation. It was agreed that the ccst could not be justified for the small
amount of time required for maintenance.
• Three companies have been contacted to submit quotes for the building's security system. As of
today, two company representatives have arrived on site to inspect what will be needed.
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5. ANY OTHER UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. NEW BUSINESS: None
7. ANY OTHER NEW BUSINESS:
• The commissioners agreed to abate Mr. Douglas Pfefer's current water bill of$54.00, due to a
misunderstanding with the department regarding his capped water service line at account #02116-01.
8. DATE OF NEXT MEETING Tuesday, March 16, 2010 9:00 AM
Tuesday, March 30, 2010 9:00 AM
Bill Porter moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:02 AM
Respectfully submitted, Pamela Davidson,Dep artment Assistant.
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