Norfolk County commissioners table EV charging approvals after presentation

Matthew Tuttleman told the Norfolk County Commission on June 17 that revised proposals to install electric‑vehicle chargers at six county locations remain viable and can be delivered to the county "at the same zero capital expense" discussed in earlier meetings. He noted a typographical error in the Stoughton proposal and asked for formal approval to re‑engage the installation process.

Commissioners pressed for details on charger counts and siting. Tuttleman said most sites would receive one dual‑port Level‑2 Autel 50‑amp charger (two plugs), with Brookline listed for three dual‑port units; he described funding as a mix of utility ‘‘make‑ready’’ investments and state incentive money administered through MassEVIP. On timing he said deployment is typically an eight‑to‑12‑week cycle after utility approval and called a target of being online shortly after Labor Day 2026 "a semi‑realistic goal."

Several commissioners asked that the vendor coordinate directly with the county director of maintenance and the county project manager to verify specific lots (Dedham/Dedham Registry and a related parking lot were discussed) and to confirm whether planned striping or lot changes affect available spaces. The board made a motion to table the item for one week so staff and the vendor can exchange requested details and the director of maintenance can review site readiness. The motion was seconded and approved by voice vote.

Next steps: the vendor will follow up by email with updated site details for Dedham and any additional parking‑lot locations; county maintenance staff will verify connections and available spaces and report back at the next meeting.