Chuck Harrison

The meeting included a review of the October financials, noting that metered sales were 4% ahead of budget while operating expenses were slightly over budget by 1%. Project updates covered leak repairs across the distribution system (67 total for 2025) and ongoing inspection of new water mains. In new business, the Water Quality Manager confirmed that monitoring results for coliform, fluoride, bromate, and turbidity meet all guidelines, although 13.8 million gallons of water were dumped due to a nitrification issue in October. The Board was informed that past monitoring data fulfills the initial requirement for the EPA PFAS Rule, and that the District currently has no detectable PFAS/PFOAS levels. A laboratory technician successfully achieved full licensing. Discussions covered the compilation of the 2026 budget, expansion of the BIA Zone to parts of Hermon, a demonstration of a new Halogen analyzer, and notification of a failure in the Ozone and contact basin at the Butler Plant which resulted in the installation of new PLC alarms. The Board also reviewed options for a new ADA-compliant website and formally accepted the revision to the Family Medical Leave (FML) policy.

The meeting included a review of the September financials, highlighting disbursements, investments, and a comparison of year-to-date revenues and expenses against the budget. Construction projects were discussed, including repairs to leaks across the distribution system and updates on the Cleveland Street Tank. The board also discussed the District's monitoring of coliform, fluoride, bromate, and turbidity, all meeting EPA and State guidelines. Increased nitrification levels at the Cleveland Street and Hermon tanks were addressed with precautionary steps. The District received a capital improvement grant, a safety grant, and funds for employee continuing education. The board approved funding for a new cross-over valve.

The meeting included a review of a proposed revision to the policy regarding remote participation in meetings. The Treasurer's Report was accepted, indicating metered sales year-to-date are comparable to 2020, and O&M expenses are down one percent compared to budget. The Engineer's Report included updates on the BIA-area pressure zone expansion project and the ozone plant upgrade. The board reviewed solar project possibilities, including a Power Purchase Agreement and a potential solar project on District lands, and decided to have the proposed contracts sent to legal counsel for review. Updates were provided on workforce planning, the rate case, bylaws, and a wage study. The board discussed Legionella testing and the board appointment process.

The meeting covered financial reports, including investment fund performance and budget updates. The BIA pressure zone expansion project is progressing with water main and pump station plans. Upgrades to the ozone project and Butler plant power line are underway. The board discussed personnel changes, a wage compensation study, and approved a Salary Administration policy and wage scales. They also addressed a fatal incident during BIA tank cleaning and reviewed nitrification control strategies. The board approved the 2022 calendar and adopted a new MainePERS retirement provision. Additionally, they accepted SRF funding for the BIA expanded pressure zone construction project.

The meeting covered several topics, including a treasurer's report, progress report, and engineer's report. Updates were provided on the BIA pressure zone expansion project, the State Street project, and the ozone project. The board reviewed the results of the 2020 forest harvest, discussed the moratorium update, and workforce planning. They also discussed outsourcing payroll processing, graffiti at Hammond Street, CDL requirements, and board correspondence. The board entered an executive session to discuss potential litigation and personnel matters and approved bonuses for employees with exemplary leadership.