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Falmouth leaders back committee to study denitrification costs, revisit flow-neutral bylaw
Summary
After a joint meeting with the Board of Health, the Falmouth Select Board supported forming a committee to study homeowner costs for denitrifying systems, septic-to-sewer connections and equity of cost-sharing; the board also agreed to review wording in the town's flow-neutral bylaw.
Chair Bob Muscally recapped a joint session with the Board of Health in which board members recommended forming a committee to study the anticipated costs residents will face for IA denitrifying systems, septic hookups and sewer connections.
Town Manager Mike Renshaw said the proposed committee should include technical and financial experts to examine cost-sharing options and available county and state assistance. "I certainly applaud the Board of Health and the select board for the concept," Renshaw said, adding that experts should "take time, do the research" and examine fairness and equity for homeowners on fixed incomes.
The Select Board and Board of Health also agreed to revisit the town’s existing flow-neutral bylaw after wastewater superintendent Amy Lowell noted the bylaw, while once useful, warrants reexamination. Muscally said the board will review bylaw provisions to ensure they address the problems the town intends to solve.
The discussion produced no formal policy or funding decision at the broadcast; board members emphasized community engagement and indicated the item will return to future agendas for more detailed work and possible committee formation.
