WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 8, 2007
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Frank Borawski called the regular meeting of the Water Pollution Control Authority to order at 7:31 p.m. at the Simsbury Water Pollution Control Facility Conference Room, 36 Drake Hill Road, Simsbury. The following members were present: Phil Burton, Warren Coe, and Gary Faraci. Also present were: James Clifton, Superintendent WPC, Richard Sawitzke, Town Engineer, Lisa Arakelian, Clerk, and other interested parties. Paul Gilmore, Ed Kelly and Phil Richardson were absent.
II. PUBLIC HEARING
A. EXTENSION OF SEWER SERVICE TO PROPERTIES ON CORNFIELD ROAD AND 3 RICHARD ROAD
Chairman Borawski read the Legal Notice, as follows:
TOWN OF SIMSBURY
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY
LEGAL NOTICE
The Water Pollution Control Authority will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, November 8, 2007, at the Simsbury Water Pollution Control Facility, Conference Room, 36 Drake Hill Road, Simsbury, CT, at 7:30 P. M. The purpose of the hearing is to review the proposal to extend sewer service to 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 Cornfield Road, and 3 Richard Road, Simsbury, CT.
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY
Frank Borawski, Chairman
Richard Sawitzke explained the approval process and distributed a page explaining related costs.
Chairman Borawski opened the hearing to public comment. Chris Potter, 9 Cornfield Road, asked if the property owner is responsible for disposing of the septic system. Mr. Sawitzke replied that the contractor that hooks up the home will pump out the system, crush the top of the tank, and fill it in with dirt.
Pamela Kim, 3 Richard Road, explained that her septic system is new and located under her newly-paved driveway. She asked how much the hook-up would disrupt her driveway. Mr. Sawitzke explained that there would be no disruption until she decides to connect, at which time the disruption could be minimized by changing the connection location.
Nathan Manuel, 5 Cornfield Road, asked if he would be required to connect if and when he ever sold his house. Mr. Sawitzke replied that that would be determined by an agreement between buyer and seller.
Catherine John, 8 Cornfield Road, asked what the approximate charge "per foot" is. Mr. Sawitzke replied that it is normally $25 to $35 per foot. Ms. John also asked who is responsible for the financed payments if the property is sold prior to the end of the finance period. Mr. Sawitzke replied that that would be determined by an agreement between the buyer and the seller.
Leo Kane, 3 Cornfield Road, explained that he initiated this process because of potential future costs of maintaining a septic system.
Andy Griffith, 7 Cornfield Road, asked what the approximate cost of a pump is. Chairman Borawski replied that a grinder pump typically costs $500 to $600.
Chairman Borawski took a vote of those present to see how many were interested in connecting to the sewer service. Five were in favor, two were against, and one was undecided.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Borawski closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Mr. Faraci to accept the proposed extension of the sewer service to end between 7 and 10 Cornfield Road. The motion was seconded by Mr. Burton. Motion passed.
III. WATER POLLUTION CONTROL FACILITY UPGRADE - EARTH TECH, INC.
Dennis Setzko presented his November 2007 Status Report, including project milestones, progress, important dates and issues.
IV. APPROVAL OF BILLS
A motion was made by Mr. Faraci to approve for payment bills in the amount of $4,200.00 (Invoice #423314) and $6,300.00 (Invoice #426560) for Construction Phase Basic Services, and $5,296.24 (Invoice #424147), and $3,465.46 (Invoice #426956) for Construction Phase Services and Resident Services from Earth Tech, Inc.; and $35,891.00 (App. #2) from Simscroft-Echo Farms. The motion was seconded by Mr. Burton. Motion passed.
V. CORRESPONDENCE
A. CWF #392-C
Jim Clifton presented the detailed payment report and payment summary report, dated September 28, 2007, for Clean Water Fund Project #392-C.
B. 190-196 Bushy Hill Road
The Authority reviewed letters from Richard Sawitzke, dated September 21, 2007, and October 1, 2007, respectively, in which he informs Red Door Construction of acceptance of their proposal, and then informs Chairman Borawski that construction and air and camera tests are complete for the sewer to serve houses 190-190 Bushy Hill Road.
A motion was made by Mr. Coe to accept into the town system the sewer serving 190-196 Bushy Hill Road. The motion was seconded by Mr. Burton. Motion passed.
C. 530 Bushy Hill Road
Mr. Clifton informed the Authority that Maeda Sushi Restaurant is moving into the old Quizno's location in Simsbury Commons, and that the seating capacity is essentially the same as for the previous business. Therefore, payment of additional Facility Connection Charges will not be required.
VI. MINUTES
A. September 13, 2007
A motion was made by Mr. Coe to approve the minutes of the September 13, 2007 meeting, as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Burton. Motion passed.
VII. STATUS REPORT ON SEWER EXTENSION PROJECTS
Richard Sawitzke gave updates on the following projects:
A. Elaine Drive
Last portion of Elaine Drive is complete and Authority will be able to vote on acceptance of the sewer at a meeting in the near future.
B. Wolcott Road
Wolcott Road project is in schematic studies. It should be ready to come before the Authority early next year.
C. High Hill Circle
Hearing may be held after the first of the year.
VIII. TREATMENT FACILITY REPORT
Jim Clifton presented his October/November 2007 Summary Report, dated November 8, 2007.
IX. OTHER BUSINESS
A. 2008 Meeting Calendar
A motion was made by Mr. Faraci to approve the 2008 WPCA Meeting Calendar, as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coe. Motion passed.
B. Mr. Burton remarked on the recent difficulty in achieving a quorum at Authority meetings and suggested that new Authority members be appointed and that a standard be instituted that would allow for the revocation of the appointment of any member who misses more than three meetings in a calendar year.
Mr. Sawitzke replied that he would address the subject with Brandon Robertson at Town Hall.
C. Annual Christmas Party
The annual Christmas party was set for Monday, December 3, 2007 at Pettibone's Tavern. More information will be sent by e-mail.
X. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Mr. Burton to adjourn the meeting at 9:01 P. M.
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Frank Borawski, Chairman
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