Article 32: To see if the Town will vote to appropriate the sum of Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($400,000) for water pipe rehabilitation, or take any other action relative thereto.
Explanation: This article provides funding for the rehabilitation of a critical section of water main within the Town’s water system. The ductile iron water main running from Forbes Road to Solomon Pond Road recently failed and was found to have significant deterioration, likely caused by corrosive soil conditions in a low-lying area. These funds will be used to design and implement rehabilitation of the affected water main to the greatest extent practicable. This work will help extend the useful life of the infrastructure, reduce the risk of future failures, and maintain reliable water service for the community.
Votes Needed to Pass: Majority
Brief Video Explanation From DPW Director Scott Charpentier
Relevant Discussions for This Article
Presentation to Financial Planning by DPW Director Scott Charpentier: December 16, 2025 (Minutes)
Presentation to Appropriations Committee by DPW Director Scott Charpentier: February 10, 2026 (Minutes)
Financial Planning Committee Vote: February 19, 2026 (Minutes)
Appropriations Committee Vote: March 26, 2026 (Minutes)
Financial Planning and Appropriations Joint Meeting: April 1, 2026