Board approves contractor-installed water tap and meter relocation for school project

Trustees approved staff's recommendation to allow the school contractor to perform the water tap and to move utility meters as part of a parking-lot and demolition project at the school. Contractors asked whether the town wanted them to perform the meter tap and installation work or whether the town preferred to bore under the roadway. Trustees agreed it was acceptable for the contractor to perform the tap and meter installation, and discussed whether the meter should be a 1-inch, 3/4-inch or a 2-inch meter. Staff said a 2-inch meter had been proposed on the engineering plans because the building's plumbing and restroom fixtures could require the higher flow capacity; trustees agreed that, if the contractor requests a 2-inch meter, the contractor would pay the higher meter cost and associated fees. Trustees also directed staff to confirm meter fees and provide the contractor with options and associated charges for different meter sizes and any required materials or pavement repairs. The board approved the contractor's request by motion and voice vote.