WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 13, 2008
DRAFT COPY UNAPPROVED
I. CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chairman Philip Richardson 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: Warren Coe, Gary Faraci, Ed Kelly, and Michael Park. Also present were: James Clifton, Superintendent WPCF; Kendra Dahlquist, Clerk; and Dennis Setzko from Earth Tech. Philip Burton and Paul Gilmore were absent.
II. PUBLIC HEARING
A. INCREASE OF EDU FEE
Mr. Richardson opened the public hearing by reading the Legal Notice, as follows:
LEGAL NOTICE
TOWN OF SIMSBURY
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY
PUBLIC HEARING
The Simsbury CT Water Pollution Control Authority will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, March 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the conference room at the Water Pollution Control Facility, 36 Drake Hill Road, Simsbury. The purpose of the hearing is to review the proposed increase in the sewer use rate equivalent dwelling unit (EDU) fee. The Authority has voted to increase the fee by $10.00 to $320.00 per EDU per year, effective July 1, 2008. Affected property owners of the Town of Simsbury are encouraged to attend, and will have an opportunity to be heard concerning the proposed change.
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY
Frank Borawski, Chairman
Mr. Richardson opened the hearing to public comment. As no members of the public were in attendance to comment,
A motion was made by Mr. Coe to close the public hearing. Motion was seconded by Mr. Faraci. Motion passed. Vice Chairman Richardson closed the public hearing at 7:34 p.m
A motion was made by Mr. Faraci to accept the increase of $10.00, effective July 1, 2008. The motion was seconded by Mr.Park Motion passed.
III. WATER POLLUTION CONTROL FACILITY UPGRADE - EARTH TECH, INC.
Dennis Setzko presented his March, 2008 Status Report and provided a handout listing services completed and funding details. The expected closing date is March 31, 2008. Plans are progressing for an open house for the public on May 10, 2008. Suggestions were offered on how to make a brochure being developed for the event more specific to Simsbury. There was a general discussion and agreement that the upgrade was a mutually satisfying and successful project.
IV. APPROVAL OF BILLS
A motion was made by Mr Faraci to approve a bill for payment in the amount of $12,693.27 (Invoice #437988) from Earth Tech, Inc. The motion was seconded by Mr. Kelly. Motion passed.
V. CORRESPONDENCE
A. Jim Clifton is waiting until the Phonon Corp project on Wolcott Road is closer to being realized before calculating the FCC fee. The FCC fee for Holloway's new building at 1430 Hopmeadow was inadvertently overlooked in the transition from the old supplemental assessment fees. WPCA projects mentioned in a letter from bonding counsel were noted for informational purposes, even though they will not be bonded.
VI. MINUTES
A. February 14, 2008
A motion was made by Mr.Coe to approve the minutes of the February 14, 2008 meeting, as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr.Faraci. Motion passed.
VII. STATUS REPORTS ON SEWER EXTENSION PROJECTS
Mr. Sawitzke was not in attendance, as projects on Cornfield Road, Wolcott Road and
High Hill Circle have had no substantive changes since last month's report.
VIII. WATER TREATMENT FACILITY REPORT
Mr. Clifton reported that February was marked by an unseasonable rain storm that washed out solids, caused several permit excursions, and a by-pass at Tunxis Pump Station, where water infiltration has become an issue. The South Pump Station Rehabilitation bid package is being developed by Earth Tech, with final financial approval expected at the May 6 2008 Special Town Meeting.
I. OTHER BUSINESS
a. Letter to Frank Borawski
Authority members reviewed and signed a letter to former WPCA Chairman Frank Borawski who served as WPCA Chairman for 6 years, thanking him for his distinguished service during his tenure.
b. Mutual Aid Agreements
Agreements for membership in two organizations of wastewater facilities, the statewide CT WARN organization and the regional Farmington Valley Watershed Association were discussed. The potential for mutual aid of equipment, data bases, and contact information during emergency conditions, and expedited access to FEMA reimbursements were benefits noted.
A motion was made by Mr. Faraci to authorize Jim Clifton to participate in the CT WARN system. Mr. Park seconded. Motion passed.
A motion was made by Mr Kelly to authorize Jim Clifton, pending Board of Selectman approval, to pursue joining in a mutual aid agreement with the Farmington River Watershed Association. Mr Faraci seconded. Motion passed.
c. New Member
Michael Park is a new member of the Authority, whose appointment expires in 2014.
d. Election of Chairman
Mr. Faraci made a motion to elect Mr. Richardson as Chairman of the WPCA. Mr Coe seconded. Motion Passed.
Mr. Coe made a motion to elect Mr. Faraci as Vice Chairman of the WPCA. Mr. Kelly seconded. Motion passed.
A motion was made by Mr.Coe and seconded by Mr. Faraci to adjourn the meeting at 8:26 p.m..
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Philip Richardson, Vice Chairman
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