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Board notes school HVAC resolution language; town's share estimated at about $3 million
Summary
Board members noted a previously amended HVAC resolution that states the town expects up to 70% state reimbursement for school HVAC projects, leaving an estimated town share of approximately $3,000,000; First Selectman said securing the HVAC system for schools remains a top priority.
Board members referenced an earlier resolution on the school HVAC project that had been amended to clarify the town's expected reimbursement. Dave Lee said the board passed the resolution after it was modified to read: "The Town is anticipating being reimbursed by the State of Connecticut for 'up to' 70% of the total cost of the Projects, leaving the Town's total share at approximately $3,000,000.00." Lee's remark was recorded as part of the approval of prior minutes.
First Selectman Joe Bellavance reiterated during his report that securing an HVAC system for the schools is his main focus. Bellavance said once the HVAC work is complete he plans to concentrate on longer-term items.
The minutes do not record detailed project estimates, contract awards, or vote tallies for the original resolution; the language cited by Lee indicates the town expects state reimbursement but frames that amount as "up to" 70% and places the remaining cost liability at about $3 million for the town. The board discussed the item in the context of broader budget planning at the March 18 meeting.
Next steps for the HVAC project were not specified in the minutes beyond the board noting the resolution language and Bellavance's confirmation that the project remains a priority.
