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Select Board reviews bridge inspections and grant options, flags Sunday River Road hazard mitigation
Summary
Road Commissioner Joelle Corey reported on bridge inspections for Simonds Brook and Paine Brook (no major repairs needed) and summarized grant applications that require matching funds; the board noted a warrant article for Sunday River Road Hazard Mitigation.
Joelle Corey, the town’s code enforcement officer and road commissioner, provided the Select Board with bridge inspection reports for Simonds Brook and Paine Brook and advised that no major repairs are needed at this time. Corey recommended the town begin saving for anticipated work next year.
Corey also reviewed grants she has applied for and said matching funds would be required if the town receives awards. The minutes note there is a warrant article for Town Meeting seeking funds related to Sunday River Road Hazard Mitigation.
As a contextual reference, Corey provided a newspaper article showing the cost of a new mini pumper fire truck approved in West Paris to illustrate equipment expense. She also summarized training provided the previous night and described a new process for hiker rescues.
The board did not vote on specific bridge repairs or equipment purchases at the April 7 meeting; items requiring funding will be taken up through the normal budget and warrant process.
