Public works chief warns two-person grounds crew can only deliver basic service
Jay told council two staff cover the town’s 66-acre grounds program, leaving little capacity for proactive maintenance; he asked the council to prioritize grading and storage to protect equipment and reduce deferred maintenance costs.
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Jay, who leads buildings and grounds, told the council that two employees cover roughly 66 acres of town property and a wide portfolio of facilities and parks. He said that with current staffing the department can maintain safety and basic functionality but cannot keep all areas at a high, showcase level.
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