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Ballston Spa trustees approve library asbestos abatement, water-tower payment and other routine motions
Summary
At the Nov.10 meeting the board approved multiple routine items including a $49,000 asbestos-abatement contract for the public library, authorization to pay USG Water Solutions $2,061,935 for John Street water tower work, acceptance of a $936,854 pumper delivery payment, WEX HRA services, and several community event permits.
The Ballston Spa Village Board approved a slate of routine and operational items during its Nov. 10 meeting.
Key approvals included:
- A $49,000 bid from Neo Planta Restoration Inc. for asbestos abatement at the Ballston Spa Public Library; the board authorized the mayor to execute agreements after attorney review.
- Authorization to pay USG Water Solutions $2,061,935 for 2025 work on the John Street water tower and authorization for the mayor to execute related documentation.
- Approval of a supplemental payment of $936,854 to Bend Corporation for delivery of a custom pumper ordered in 2022; trustees authorized execution of paperwork needed for delivery.
- Approval of an administrative-services proposal from WEX for HRA services (estimated annual fees), with village-attorney review before execution.
- Approval for the Union Fire Company to host the annual Thanksgiving dinner during the week of Nov. 24 and permission for the BSBPA to conduct the annual holiday parade on Dec. 5 (proof of insurance provided).
- Authorization of an additional $7,500 to Fisher Associates to finish work on the amended zoning code and routine appointments and hires, including hiring a DPW laborer (background check completed).
Where votes were recorded, motions passed by voice vote or roll call; where public concern was expressed (for example about solicitor hours or the timing of contractor notices), trustees discussed follow-up steps. The board also approved moving forward with design/install of fencing wraps at remediation sites paid from a BOA grant and accepted the library MOU with SALs and Comfort Foods.
Next steps: staff will proceed with contract paperwork and scheduling; village attorney to review contracts prior to signature.
