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Select Board authorizes $1.161 million bond for Hatchtown Bridge and approves truck purchase
Summary
The select board approved a $1,161,000 general obligation bond sale to finance the Hatchtown Bridge project and voted to accept a truck purchase after reviewing multiple quotes and trade‑in values (remaining balance reported at $30,188).
The Town of Bristol Select Board voted to authorize the sale of general obligation bonds to First National Bank for $1,161,000 to finance the Hatchtown Bridge project.
Board members reviewed bond and contractor insurance documents and approved the authorization; the chair noted one page required a signature and that supporting bond and insurance documents were attached to the record.
The board also reviewed several vehicle quotes for a town truck, discussed trade‑in allowances and the advantages of a one‑ton truck for towing, and voted to accept a dealership bid that left a remaining balance after trade of $30,188. The purchase plan calls for adapting the chosen truck with plow controls and other equipment so existing plow and sander hardware can be used; the board noted this will avoid buying a new plow.
Other procedural items approved included the new road name 'Taylor Lane' for a private way serving three dwellings and the appointment process for planning board alternates (the board asked current alternates to submit applications if they wish to continue serving).
The board did not provide detailed vote tallies in the public record for these motions; motions were made, seconded and carried during the meeting.
