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Town moves ahead with HVAC and solar work; board approves electrician deposit and contract terms
Summary
Select Board heard an update on HVAC replacement and solar production at a municipal building, approved an electrician contract deposit (~$5,900 with 30% deposit), and discussed temporary heating contingencies during boiler removal.
The Select Board received updates on a municipal building HVAC replacement and associated electrical work and approved contract terms to proceed.
S5 summarized the project schedule: contractors will remove the old boiler, replace air handlers and install heat pumps and outside condensers; the work may require opening an interior wall and there could be a few days without heat during the transition. The project team proposed temporary heating plans if weather does not cooperate.
S5 moved to approve the electrical contractor engagement, citing a contract price around $5,900 and the need for a 30% deposit so work can begin; the motion was seconded and discussed. Board members also asked whether space‑heating continuity plans and contingency funds had been included. The project lead said most materials are on site, the electrician will be on hand for initial wiring and the contractor expects to be able to complete the intrusive portions within a week or two.
On solar, staff reported the existing municipal solar array is exceeding production estimates and that battery storage is being discussed but deferred until regulatory changes on buy‑back/peak pricing are clearer. Members noted potential long‑term benefits of batteries if state rate structures shift.
What’s next: The electrical contract was moved on the record; staff will finalize deposit documentation and maintain contingency plans to avoid extended no‑heat periods during installation.
