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Hillsborough commissioner recuses as panel approves Cardinal Circle water‑main plan
Summary
Commissioner Peter Mellen recused from decision-making on the Cardinal Circle development. Commissioners Dave Lewis and Dana Clow approved a plan showing a 6‑inch main and a 2‑inch loop; Lewis said Copper Tubing Size plastic (CTSPE) is acceptable for the 2‑inch line.
Commissioner Peter Mellen recused himself from decision-making about the Cardinal Circle development’s water main at the Town of Hillsborough Water & Sewer Commission meeting on Jan. 8, 2026, because of a stated conflict of interest. Commissioners Dave Lewis and Dana Clow reviewed and approved the proposed layout.
The approved plan calls for a 6‑inch water main around the development and a 2‑inch line to complete a loop around the cul‑de‑sac. Commissioner Dave Lewis noted that Copper Tubing Size plastic pipe (CTSPE) is acceptable for the proposed 2‑inch service line, a detail that informs materials contractors may specify when preparing bids.
Administrator Penny Griffin recorded the recusal and the commissioners’ approval in the meeting minutes. The draft plan will be retained for future construction coordination with the developer and local contractors. No vote tally or mover/second was recorded for the plan beyond the documented recusal and approval by the two remaining commissioners.
The Commission indicated it will circulate final documents to counsel if the written draft is approved in its current form before permitting or installation work begins.
