Trustees discuss delayed water‑main project and possible executive session over contractor issues

Trustees spent part of the meeting addressing a delayed water‑main/road contract and possible next steps with the contractor.

Chair told the board that DeepLease has pushed back on completing the 2025 work and said the town will "discuss some form of compensation for not completing the project in the 2025 construction season." A trustee raised the prospect of going into executive session to talk about contract remedies and potential legal strategy.

Board members and staff also discussed how much money remains on hand for the project. The Chair gave a range of estimates during the meeting—at one point noting "we're still holding over" funds and participants referenced figures such as "just under $1,000,000" and another estimate of "2.2" (transcript context unclear). The Chair said the town will meet the contractor, review the original scope of work and progress, and assess next steps before deciding whether to pursue damages, require corrective work, or negotiate a credit.

The trustees did not take formal public action at the meeting but indicated immediate follow-up: a meeting with the contractor and staff consideration of an executive‑session discussion if warranted. The Chair said staff would prepare documentation of on‑site days, scope changes related to DOT directions, and any potential credits tied to schedule impacts.

Next procedural steps include a contractor meeting scheduled for the following morning and potential executive session at a board meeting if legal or contract strategy requires confidentiality.