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Candidate says Dartmouth's sewer system is a top challenge and flags building a new plant as an option
Summary
In the July 29 interview, Addison Greenlaw told Dartmouth officials that sewer infrastructure is the town's foremost challenge, arguing that rehabbing the existing plant may be infeasible and that planning for a new treatment facility could better clarify life-cycle costs.
Addison Greenlaw told the Board of Public Works interview panel that sewer infrastructure represents the town's most significant near-term challenge. "For me, I know that sewer is a huge challenge that's going to be a lot of money for the town," Greenlaw said, adding that while grants may offset costs, taxpayers will ultimately face the financial burden.
Greenlaw said he had seen enough similar projects to believe the town might be better off building a new sewage treatment plant rather than repeatedly rehabilitating an old facility. "I can't see rehabbing what's there and adding what's necessary...to me, I don't think it's feasible to do anything but build a new facility," he said. He also noted Dartmouth's reliance on purchased water and said studies should explore local supplies as part of planning.
Greenlaw framed these priorities as matters the board should help the public understand so the town can plan for life-cycle costs and grant opportunities.
