Town of Berkshire

The meeting included discussions on paving bids for Noble Hill, Curly Road, and Marvin Road, with additional consideration for Stanley Hill. The board reviewed a bid from Pike Industries, including costs per ton and rubber tire roller specifications. They also discussed a grant for Richford Road and reviewed quotes for fire extinguishers and other requirements for the new garage. There was also a discussion about a security system for the new garage.

The meeting will include a review and approval of the proposed budget for 2024, a treasurer's report covering accounts payable and receivable, and a review of grants and their status, including updates on a USDA loan modification and congressional funding. Discussions will also cover various projects, such as exploring alternate water sources (including a vote on the Otter Creek proposal), the existing water system construction/evaluation, and supply line replacement. Other business, including billing, will also be addressed.

The meeting covered key financial matters, including the review and approval of accounts payable and receivable, and a discussion of strategies to manage outstanding payments. Discussions also included grant applications, the exploration of alternate water sources, service line replacement planning, and a lead service line inventory. The board also addressed the appointment of a new committee member, and plans for addressing past-due accounts. Reports were given on the status of various projects, including water system maintenance and grant funding.

The meeting covered key topics including a treasurer's report (though Sam's absence prevented a full report), accounts receivable and shutoff procedures, grant reviews and next steps (including a discussion of using a forgivable hardship loan to cover a VT BB loan and refinancing a USDA grant), project updates (alternate water source exploration, Godbout property development, WIIN grant line of credit, water system construction, and supply line replacement), ordinance updates, a USDA RD fiscal year-end report request, and a lead service line inventory.

The meeting will include a review and approval of meeting minutes, a vote to approve the 2025 budget, and a treasurer's report covering accounts payable and receivable. Discussions will also cover grants and applications, including updates on a USDA loan modification, congressional funding, and rural development. Projects to be discussed include exploring alternate water sources and supply line replacement. Other business will also be addressed.