BWC Minutes
Board of Water Commissioners
Wellfleet Town Hall Conference Room, 300 Main St.
October 3, 2017 at 6:30 PM
Commissioners Present: Chair Justina Carlson, Neil Gadwa, James Hood, Catharie Nass, James Hood, Curt Felix
Chair Carlson called the meeting to order at 6:33 P.M.
Discussion-Briar Lane-Opting for Town Water-Guest Sarah Robin of the Flying Fish
Sarah Robin from the Flying Fish was present and would like to know the process to access Town water as business owner. She stated that she would be willing to speak with the residents of Briar Lane to see if there was any interest in accessing Town water.
Gadwa stated that the well for the Flying Fish is located under the parking lot of the restaurant, and it would benefit the property owners to be able to alternate two different systems, and if something should happen to the well, there would be an alternative solution so the restaurant wouldn’t lose any business. Gadwa mentioned he spoke with Whitewater and it would be possible to tap off a curb stop. Hood said it couldn’t serve a fire hydrant, and asked the other members what would be the obligations of the Town to assist the residents for safety purposes and general service. Hood noted that what, if any obligations would be incurred by allowing a service addition that is paid for by a private citizen.
The Board suggested to Sarah talk with the neighbors of the Flying Fish and get a feel for additional service in Town, and should be done independently of the Water Commissioners. They also suggested writing a letter to the Board and the Commisioners would in turn convey it to the Selectmen.
Wastewater and Water Commission Warrant Article: Communication Strategy
Felix has a draft of the Wellfleet Integrated Water Management Plan from Scott Horsley of the Horsely-Witten Group, noting some tasks for strategy. The Board agreed that it is the right way to go, but will need the proposal well-defined.
Oysterfest Booth/Signage
The Board discussed minor amendments to the handout written by James Hood, and will have it sent to Michele Insley at SPAT.
Minutes
The Minutes of September 19, 2017 were moved to approve by Nass. Seconded by Gadwa, and the motion carried 5-0.
Correspondence-No correspondence to note.
Topics for Future Discussions
-Water Fountains: James Hood said that the the cost would be approximately $5, 000.00 plus installation. He couldn’t find information about grant, but with the help of the Recycling Committee would be able to move forward with grant information.
-Forum Event and Harbor Conference
-Cost of Service Option/Policy on Water Service Extensions
The meeting adjourned by consensus at 7:40 P.M.
Public Record:
(Draft) Wellfleet Integrated Water Management Plan