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Commonwealth water-system review flags vulnerabilities; council hears possible 500,000‑gallon tower
Summary
Council received a Commonwealth review of the water system that identifies multiple projects and alternatives, including a likely need for a 500,000‑gallon water tower and softening upgrades; the town will ask the consultant to revise the report and pursue funding options.
The council reviewed a Commonwealth consultant report that outlines vulnerabilities in the town's water system and a menu of possible corrective projects. The report includes alternatives, estimated scopes and phased options rather than a single prescriptive plan.
"That's our biggest vulnerability right now is the water we have in here," the presenter (speaker 4) said while summarizing the consultant's findings. The report recommends several projects; the council noted water softening at the plant and a possible new 500,000-gallon tower as likely priorities. The consultant will revise the report to incorporate council feedback and provide a more comprehensive plan.
Council members asked whether grant funding would cover the costs. The presenter said options vary by program and sometimes grants may cover 100% or require a local match depending on the funding source. The project timetable is long-term; the presenter said it is "in the very beginning stages" and the new tower would not be constructed this year.
Staff will circulate the consultant report and accept questions and comments by email before the consultant issues a revised plan.
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