The meeting convened at 7:00p.m. The following WPCA Members were present:

WPCA:          Max Caldwell, Vice Chairman; Amy Siebert, Ron Hill, Gary Zawacki, Kevin Briody
Aquarion:              Len DeJong, Jorge Pereira, Jeff Pennell
Other Speakers: David and Linda Gengo

1.      Motion to approve minutes from the meeting of March 15, 2005, by Mr. Zawacki, seconded by Ms. Siebert, passing unanimously.

2)      New Business

A)      Ms. Gengo, 21 Ramapoo Road, asked to be given the opportunity to publicly discuss the April 2003 sewer backup that impacted her property in April of 2003.  The Authority granted the request and the following points were covered:
1.      Stated their unresolved issue of the backup of April 2003.  Discussed the time line and people they contacted.  Expressed dissatisfaction with the response of the Town’s insurance carrier and the then contract operation personnel.
2.      In response to questions directed to various members of the WPCA, Mr. Caldwell stated that the Authority not publicly comment on the sewer backup as the matter is the subject of litigation initiated by them.
3.      Requested the opportunity to relocate their sewer connection to the new Ramapoo system.  Mr. Briody, Mr. Hill and Ms. Siebert questioned the practicality of anyone hooking up to a force main.  Discussed force main vs. regular sewer line.  Mr. Briody requested that they put any request for changes in their sewer configuration in writing and submits it to the WPCA for consideration and technical review.
4.      Stated the recent backup was handled very well and that nothing entered their home.
5.      Confirmed that both she and her husband had been given the opportunity to air their complaints and issues but stated she was frustrated that the Authority would not respond to direct questions regarding the April 2003 incident.  Mr. Caldwell reiterated the Authority’s position that there would be no public comment regarding the matters under litigation initiated by them but, if the other items that they had wished to be covered had in fact been appropriately discussed, then the Authority would move on to the other Agenda items.

B)      Tower Generator
1.      Discussed incorrect billing issue, which resulted in a credit to the WPCA and resolution of the insurance claims arising from the failed repair of the South Street Generator.  

3)      Aquarion Report

A)      UV Critical Spares at South Street.

1.      Due to the age of the UV system, parts are difficult to purchase.  Will get estimates for purchase of new vs. reworking parts.  Looking at the cost of obtaining spares to carry us to some future end date versus the capital investment in a new unit, so we can determine when it is time to make the change.  In addition, Aquarion will find out from current manufacturer if they will share necessary information to have parts fabricated by others.
B)      1989 Chevy truck.  Aquarion is repairing the truck in-house for considerably less than outside service.
C)      Heating Repairs/Upgrade.  Will await full review Energy Evaluation Report.  Preliminary report has been received and Aquarion is in the process of reviewing and commenting on the results.

4)      Other Business
A)      Collections discussed.  Majority of past due funds have been received but the costs of collection still have to be paid before liens are released on the properties.  
B)      Copps Hill Easements on schedule moving slowly but Town Attorney is pushing the matter so that the rehab can go to bid in a timely manner.
C)      Discussed financial projections for future projects.  
D)      Len DeJong, VP Aquarion Operating Services thanked the WPCA for allowing them to be our Service Provider.  Aquarion is very happy with the relationship with the Town and Staff and the smooth transition.

5)      Adjournment

Motion to adjourn at 8:20 p.m. by Ms. Siebert seconded by Mr. Zawacki, Passed unanimously.

Submitted by Diana Van Ness