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Board approves $3,098 ‘zombie box’ to defer Lake E1‑C aerator relocation after split vote
Summary
After debate over a $10,755 relocation proposal for the Lake E1‑C aeration system, the board approved installing a temporary 'zombie box' for $3,098 to delay full relocation; the motion passed 3–2.
Operations Manager Shane Willis reviewed Premier Lakes' one‑time work order and a revised Bentley Electric proposal that would add roughly 125 feet of electrical work to move the aerator in Lake E1‑C away from homes. Board members discussed budget implications and an alternative to delay major relocation costs until Fiscal Year 2026.
On a motion by Chair Bob Schultz, seconded by Robert Twombly, the Board approved installing a temporary 'zombie box' at the existing aerator location for $3,098. The motion passed 3–2: Schultz, Twombly and Assistant Secretary Keith Merrill voted in favor; Vice Chair Terry Mountford and Assistant Secretary Kurt Blumenthal dissented.
Why it matters: the decision defers an estimated $10,755 relocation expense now and keeps aeration service in place while staff and the board revisit a permanent relocation during next year’s budget cycle.
Next steps: staff will revisit relocation proposals in the FY2026 budget discussions and track any contractor estimates for the work.
