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Board opts for lower‑cost "zombie box" instead of aerator relocation after split 3–2 vote
Summary
After reviewing proposals to relocate an aeration system in Lake E1‑C, the board voted 3–2 to install a "zombie box" at the existing site for $3,098 rather than spend an estimated $10,755 on relocation work. Two supervisors dissented, citing concerns about the alternative.
District operations staff presented a plan to relocate the Lake E1‑C aeration system farther from homes; Bentley Electric’s revised proposal added approximately 125 feet of electrical work and the relocation option under discussion totaled roughly $10,755. Board members discussed budget implications and a possible interim option.
On motion by Chair Bob Schultz, seconded by Robert Twombly, the board approved installing a "zombie box" at the existing aeration location for $3,098. The minutes record the vote as 3–2, with Mr. Schultz, Mr. Twombly and Mr. Merrill in favor and Mr. Mountford and Mr. Blumenthal dissenting. The board directed that the relocation proposals be revisited during FY2026 budget discussions.
