State surplus‑land review for Sunset Lake dam power line draws board support

Town staff brought a state surplus‑land notice to the Board of Selectmen describing a proposal by a state bureau to use surplus land to bring power to the Sunset Lake dam for monitoring equipment. The board reviewed the notice and expressed general support.

Town Administrator (Mr. Heath) told the board the notice came from the state bureau of business and economic affairs and described the intent to bring power to the dam to improve monitoring during high water and flood conditions. "Reading through what their proposal was, it seemed like a good idea to get full time power to the Sunset Lake Dam," the administrator said.

Selectmen discussed whether the town could charge the state for the use; staff clarified the dam is not owned by the town. The board indicated support for the proposal and asked staff to respond to the state only if there were specific reservations to record.

No formal vote was taken; the board signaled consensus that staff should take a closer look and respond if any concerns emerged.