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Hardwick Board of Selectmen Sewer Betterment and Budget Planning
Original title: Hardwick, MA Board of Selectmen Meeting 4/24/23
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Summary
The Hardwick Board of Selectmen met to review the sewer system project, focusing on betterment fee calculations, loan structures, and equitable rate distribution. The board also addressed municipal budget planning, including stabilization fund goals, capital expenditures, and upcoming annual meeting logistics. Additionally, the board processed routine administrative items, including abatements, contract awards for cemetery and lake management services, and various committee appointments.
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Discussion Highlights
- Lori Stevens from ARCAP Solutions presented the sewer system project funding, which includes a $5.6M grant, $17M loan, and $5M state funding.
- The board discussed the methodology for calculating sewer betterment fees based on bedroom counts to ensure equity across residential and commercial properties.
- Concerns were raised regarding the financial impact of potential sewer rate increases on residents and the lack of individual water metering.
- The board reviewed the status of the stabilization fund, aiming to increase it from 2.6% to 10% of the budget.