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Select Board votes to pursue 40x100 salt‑and‑sand storage structure; to remove failing shed
Summary
After extended discussion with highway staff about truck access and salt handling, the board voted to pursue construction of a 40 by 100 salt‑and‑sand storage structure on town property, remove the existing deteriorating shed, and use highway reserve funds to support the project while completing drawings for state permitting.
Highway staff and board members held an extensive discussion about winter materials handling, truck access, and building design for a new salt/sand storage structure. Highway personnel argued a covered storage building would allow the town to go salt‑free and handle larger deliveries more efficiently, reducing labor and repeated trucking costs.
A board member moved to proceed with a 40 by 100 storage structure on the town property, remove the existing failing shed and allocate available highway reserve funds to the project. The motion was seconded and approved by voice vote. The board agreed to obtain stamped drawings for state approval and to explore availability of local contractors or volunteer labor. Staff will follow up with site plans, state permitting steps, and a proposed procurement or volunteer plan for construction.
