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Shelburne Water Commission reviews $11.3 million in capital projects; Route 7 start delayed to 2028
Summary
The Water Commission heard that a hydraulic analysis is complete and that major capital projects total roughly $11.3 million, including a $7.9 million Route 7 rebuild whose start date moved from spring 2027 to spring 2028; staff said removing the lower Bostwick section would save about $850,000.
The Town of Shelburne Water Commission on March 10 reviewed final engineering work and budget estimates for several multi‑million‑dollar water system projects, including a $7.9 million Route 7 project and a $3.4 million Meach Cove/Lower Bostwick pipeline replacement.
Water Superintendent Bart Sherman told commissioners the department's hydraulic analysis is complete and is in final review with engineers. The Route 7 Project is listed with a total projected cost of $7,900,000 (Phase 1 $4,100,000; Phase 2 $3,800,000); staff said the proposed start date has been moved from spring 2027 to spring 2028. The Meach Cove and Lower Bostwick Line project is projected at $3,400,000, and staff said removing the lower Bostwick section would reduce cost by about $850,000.
No formal vote on either capital project was recorded at the March 10 meeting; the agenda item was an informational update and engineering review. Town Manager Matt Lawless commented on budget priorities and timelines, saying the town is coordinating project sequencing and personnel needs as estimates are finalized.
The commission approved routine business at the start of the meeting: adoption of the agenda and approval of the Feb. 3 meeting minutes.
Why it matters: these projects represent the largest near‑term capital expenditures in the Water Department budget and will affect scheduling, staffing and borrowing decisions. Officials plan to continue engineering reviews and return to the commission with funding and implementation details before construction begins.
Next steps: staff will complete final reviews with engineers and present funding recommendations at a future meeting. The commission set its next meeting for April 7, 2026.
