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Sharon Selectboard authorizes sole‑source heavy‑equipment rental to repair Route 132 storm damage
Summary
The Sharon Selectboard voted unanimously to approve a sole‑source heavy machinery rental (cutter and roller) to repair storm damage on Route 132 after staff described undersized culverts and hydrologic studies guiding short‑ and long‑term options.
The Sharon Selectboard on July 6 approved a sole‑source contract for heavy machinery rental to repair storm damage on Route 132. Chair Scott Henkels moved the action and Ted Austin seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
Town Administrator Nicola Shipman told the board that Culvert #48 and Culvert #50 are undersized and summarized short‑term and long‑term options based on recent Hydrologic & Hydraulic studies. The rental will provide immediate capability to address storm impacts while engineers and staff evaluate permanent repairs. The motion authorized use of a cutter and roller under a sole‑source arrangement for timely restoration work.
The board recorded no opposition to the motion; staff emphasized the work responds to documented storm damage and is tied to engineering findings. Follow‑up actions include coordination with Highway Supervisor Allen Wight and completion of required contracting documentation.
