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Flood-damaged culverts would cost hundreds of thousands; Selectboard urged to build reserve
Summary
Selectboard members discussed replacement estimates for two box culverts damaged in the flood — Center Fayston (~$300,000) and Sharpshooter (~$400,000) — and said the town should plan for its 7.5% share of FEMA-eligible projects and keep growing the culvert reserve.
The Selectboard reviewed estimates for two box culvert replacements damaged by the flood: Center Fayston — estimated about $300,000 — and Sharpshooter — estimated about $400,000. Board members emphasized the work is FEMA-related, meaning the town must plan for its approximately 7.5% share of costs and cannot fully control timing or total price.
Chuck Martel said the board should budget for the worst case and continue growing the culvert reserve; Ron Graves suggested a target balance of $55,000 in that account to help cover the town’s share. Members framed the increase in reserves as necessary to complete flood-related projects rather than discretionary growth.
