Attendance
- Most committee members present with a few absences noted.
- Various town officials and stakeholders attended.
Architect’s Report
- Massachusetts Archives Board submission completed and awaiting response
- Wastewater treatment plant groundwater discharge permit application submitted to MA DEP
- Stormwater pollution prevention plan submitted to the state
- Massachusetts DEP abatement notification completed with mandatory waiting period fulfilled
- Pre-construction meeting held on April 29 with 21 attendees, including town officials and contractors
Building Permits & Construction Status
- Notice of award issued to Hutter Construction
- Building permit in-process with demolition permit to be approved first this week
- Initial construction will include tree removal, site clearing and fence installation
- Discussion about construction hours (Hutter wanting to start at 6 a.m. verse the town’s usual 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. requirement)
- Post office box on-site needs to be relocated during construction
Builder’s Risk Insurance
- Committee approved builder’s risk insurance not to exceed $212,168 (as approved by the select board)
- Additional water intrusion monitoring system approved at $22,990 (Option 3)
- Option 3 includes monitoring, plus flow meter and automatic water shutoff capability
- Construction safety protocols discussed, including NFPA 241 compliance requirements
Library Status Update
- Library closed for three weeks (March 31 to April 21) for move and re-opened April 22
- Currently operating with four stack areas closed but all browsing collections available
- New procedures and signage implemented; public adjusting well to temporary location
- Once contract with Hutter is signed, library can apply for third grant disbursement of $1,570,399
- Town floated $20 million bond with 3.389% net interest rate
Financial Matters
- Committee approved warrants, invoices and journal entries totaling $59,597.74
- Amplifund monthly report for March 2025 approved
Upcoming Events & Meetings
- Groundbreaking ceremony planning underway with invitations to be sent once date confirmed
- Committee members to be surveyed about availability for potential May 19 meeting
- Next regular joint meeting scheduled for June 2nd
The meeting concluded with the Permanent Town Building Committee adjourning while the Library Trustees remained for their monthly meeting.
This report was AI-generated and reporter reviewed.
