Town says water operator hired, chip‑seal work progressing despite equipment setbacks

Jun 23, 2026

Town Administrator Trevor told council a new water operator with experience and a Class A CDL begins tomorrow after an unexpected resignation. Road chip‑seal work is mostly complete but crews faced hydraulic and computer failures that require additional finish work and ~$5,000 in repairs to a tar truck computer.

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Town Administrator Trevor told the council a water department employee left suddenly this week and a replacement with water experience and a Class A commercial driver's license will start tomorrow. He said the new hire has lab experience and the skills needed to operate town equipment and that the town has certified backup coverage while the new operator gets up to speed.

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