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Public commenters warn of aquifer strain, saltwater intrusion if sewers expand
Summary
During public comment, residents including Bill Randell urged the WPCA to study aquifer capacity and risks from sewers and trucked water, citing long‑term groundwater declines and a moratorium affecting Connecticut Water.
Public comment centered on groundwater and potential impacts from sewer and water system changes. Bill Randell (S7) and other residents urged caution, saying the town should study how much groundwater is available before pursuing sewer expansion or tying additional customers to Connecticut Water.
"So all we're doing is still diminishing the same well water," Bill Randell said, arguing that many beach associations and private wells tap shared underground caverns and that broader analysis or monitoring (possibly by an outside engineering authority) is needed before further system changes. Commenters also noted Connecticut Water's moratorium following problems at Miami Beach and described trucked water deliveries carried out during peak periods.
