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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-01-17 Board of Public Works MinutesI Board of Public Works Meeting of January 17, 1983 Rage 1 A meeting of the Board of Public Works convened at the Louanis Water Treatment Plant at 7:00 P.M. Present were Secretary Fallon, Board Members Barker, Polychrones and Griffin and Superintendent E. Roger Louanis and Assistant Superintendent William R. Bergeron. Present from Camp Dresser & McKee were Ed DiIorio, Steve Martin and Dan Moniz. Present from R.H. White was Bob Koopman. Present from the Louanis Water Treatment Plant were John Louanis, Peter Tassi and Charles Mantsourani. The group toured the new water treatment plant and reviewed CDM "s "Punch List #1" revised through January 17, 1983. The first area reviewed was the Lab. Lab equipment that needs repair include the distiller, Quebec Colony counter, Jar Test Unit, Titrator, Autoclave Unit and D.O. Meter. The major holdup is the vendor's excessive time to repair and return equipment. Mr. Mantsourani stated that the training program for Town employees is ongoing and proceeding very well. The Lab Furnishings that need repair are marred painted surfaces and to install curb top rigidly. Chairman Wood joined the meeting at 7:21 P.M. The group viewed the Process Control Console. This console controls all levels of the tanks and the treatment process. Mr. DiIorio outlined the instrumentation that has to be either repaired or replaced. The group then toured the Analyzer Room. The turbidity meter is the only item that is functioning in this area. Board of Public Works Meeting of January 17, 1983 Wage 2 Mr. Fallon asked how long it would be before the majority of this room is working. Mr. DiIorio stated he didn't know, and that the suppliers are again to be blamed. The group then viewed the Chlorine Dioxide Room. The area is operational and working except for chemical leaks. There are two sodium chlorite tank leaks that could be explosive. Mr. Fallon asked if the room could be vented. Mr. DiIorio replied that they are going to move some of the equipment instead of venting the room. Mr. Griffin asked if there were any point at which the pressure gauge can release toxic fumes into this room as it is not vented and an employee could be overcome. Mr. Moniz of CDM stated yes, the combination of chemicals can spill onto the floor. However, there is a valve on the autometer that controls the volume of chemicals. Mr. DiIorio also stated that CDM is reviewing the problem. Mr. Tassi stated he felt an employee would be aware of any problem before it became an emergency. The group toured the Chlorine Distribution Room and found there were leaks in some of the pipes. They also observed that the leak detectors did not work in this room nor the Chlorine Dioxide Room. Mr. Fallon asked John Louanis to maintain a list of what he felt were the problem areas at the plant. The group toured the Ammoniator Room. In this room the light fixtures are missing - the fixtures must be explosion proof and the original fixtures installed were returned as inferior. This room is vented and has a leak detector. Mr. DiIorio stated the detectors are S Board of Public Works Meeting of January 17, 1983 Page 3 checked on a regular basis every six months. The group toured the Cylinder Storage Areas. Mr. Barker commented that the method used for storing these cylinders is illegal. Mr. DiIorio stated CDM will rectify the problem. The group then went down to the lower level of the plant. Mr. Fallon pointed out a hairline crack on the lower stairwell concrete wall. Mr. DiIorio stated CDM`s Structural Department will look at this and give the Board a report on their findings. The group toured the Boiler Room. There is a leak on the floor coming from a pipe against the wall. The group toured the Lime Storage Area, including the Water Softening Area, Air Compressors, Lime Slurry Tank and Lime Slaker. Mr. Barker indicated the Slaker Control Panel may need a set of stairs for easier access. A dangerous situation exists in this area. The bar holding up the lime conveyor has two large screws protruding from it which is only about five feet high and could cause a serious injury to someone if they were to bang their head against these screws. The group toured the Fluoride Room. The pulsating unit is leaking as well as the transfer pump. leak s. Mr. DiIorio stated the system is working except for these The group toured the Floc Drive Room - the floor is a very rust color from ferric chloride leaks. The Pipe Gallery was toured. There is a problem with the #2 Filter Drain, other than that, everything is working well. The group then met back at the Conference Room. Board of Public Works Meeting of January 17, 1983 Page 4 Mr. Fallon asked if any of the work on this Punch List is possibly being considered as extras or is it in the original Contract. Mr. DiIorio stated there is one item under Electrical - install switches in chlorinators and ammoniators that will cost $200 -$300 that is considered an extra. Mr. Fallon asked when we can expect to go on line with all equipment functioning properly. Mr. Dilorio stated all systems right now are on line. They will be functioning properly by the end of February. Mr. Koopman of R.H. White concurred that the end of February souned reasonable. Mr. Fallon stated he is under the impression we have not received the proper mix through the slurry tanks. Mr. Mantsourani stated we are getting anywhere from a 6 -10% mix. It should be a 12% mix. Mr. Fallon stated he believes this is a major function of the Plant, if we are not getting the proper mix, we are not treating the water properly. Mr. Mantsourani stated the water is being treated effectively, however, we will have to use a little more lime until this is corrected. Mrs. Wood stated that this part of the Plant is operational, but it is not acceptable. Mr. Fallon asked if CDM could provide the Board with a revised Punch List in three weeks time. Mr. DiIorio stated he would have a revised punch list to the Board by February 4. Mr. Moniz stated the expiration date of the Contract is February 22. Board of Public Works Meeting of January 17, 1983 Page 5 Mr. DiIorio stated that in his opinion the project is substantially complete and by Law it is a complete Contract. severity. Mr. Barker stated he felt the Punch List is significant in its Superintendent Louanis stated he felt there is a certain amount of good faith involved here by the Contractor. He felt we should look at the fact that our Engineer has said this plan is substantially complete. The items on the punch list can run beyond the Contract. There may be several items under the Warranty that have to be taken care of, and he has great confidence that the Contractor will do this also. If the Board reaches a point in time where they feel there is a legal problem involved, Town Counsel should be asked for advice. Mr. Griffin asked if there was an Agenda for the Representative from Wallace & Tiernan. Mr. DiIorio stated yes, there is an Agenda and that the Lime System Area will be taken care of first. The meeting with CDM and R.H. White ended at 9;30 P.M. The Board reviewed the petition from New England Telephone Company regarding Pole 4/1 on Avon Street. It was moved, seconded and voted 5;0 that the Board grant permission to New England Telephone Company to relocate Pole 4/1 on Avon Street to provide clearance to a driveway which is to be widened at #301 Main Street. The Board reviewed the Contract for Engineering Services For A Hydrogeologic Study for the Town of Reading submitted by the Industrial Development Committee. c Board of Public Works Meeting of January 17, 1983 page 6 Mr. Fallon asked if the Superintendent was aware of the costs to the Department for providing engineering survey control and establishing elevations for all sampling positions; to provide a backhoe and operator for an estimated one day, exploration by means of a test pit, and to use reasonable efforts to secure access permission to surrounding properties for test boring, well installations and sampling procedures. Superintendent Louanis stated yes, it was discussed some time ago when the IDC came before the Board and asked for the Board's cooperation. He envisioned a letter going to the property owners from our Department introducing us. His understanding is that the only test pits we would take would be on the dump site which is Town property. It was moved, seconded and voted 5:0 to accept the Contract as a point of information. The Board reviewed the plans for the proposed roadway reconstruction program. Assistant Superintendent Bergeron outlined the plan for Bay State Road and stated the 6" water main will be replaced by a 12" main which will be extended beyond the entranceway to the Horizon Homes Elderly Housing Project. Also, a sidewalk will be constructed from the gift of Horizon Homes. Chairman Wood suggested an island be placed at the intersection of Salem Street and Bay State Road, she also felt a stop sign should be posted at that intersection. Mr. Barker inquired if Fire Department vehicles could negotiate the turn as proposed. Mr. Bergeron replied, yes, any vehicle could make the turn. I Board of Public Works Meeting of January 17, 1983 Page 7 Mr. Bergeron stated the existing travelled way will remain at 24 feet, however, there will be a shift in the roadway of b - 8 feet. Mr. Bergeron outlined the proposed plan for Forest Street. He stated this will be a 40 foot layout. The existing street is 24 feet wide. Sewer, water and drainage installations will be done. Mr. Bergeron outlined the proposed plan for Wakefield Street, from Charles Street to Pearl Street. This will be a 20 foot wide roadway. The water main is in good condition and is clear. The Board reviewed the request for deferment of payment for a sewer lateral at #330 Lowell Street from Mrs. Carol Lanza. Mr. Barker requested that the Notice Regarding Sewer House Connection Lateral Assessment be typed and placed in the BPW black book. Superintendent Louanis stated that if the Board accepts the homeowner at their word that they did not receive notice of the cost involved, possibly the Board could consider delaying payment for one year. Mr. Polychrones stated he could not see $129.55 creating a hardship on Mrs. Lanza, especially since payment could be spread out over ten years. Mr. Griffin requested that in the future all homeowners be advised of the cost of installing 30% laterals. deferment. It was moved, seconded and voted 5:0 to deny the request for The Board reviewed the Notice of Public Hearing from the Board of Appeals regarding the petition of William Spence & Sons, Inc. who seek relief from the decision of the Building Inspector to erect an addition to the existing roadside stand on the property located at 40 -42 West Street. It was moved, seconded and voted 5:0 to accept this as a point of information. Board of Public Works Meeting of January 17, 1983 Page 8 ! The Board signed the Payroll and Billroll for the period i ending January 14, 1983. Mr. Fallon moved, and it was seconded, that the Board go into Executive Session to discuss personnel matters, and Chairman Wood polled the Board as follows: Mr. Fallon - aye Mr. Barker - aye Mr. Polychrones - aye Mr. Griffin - aye Mrs. Wood - aye The meeting adjourned at 11:00 P.M. Respectfully submitted, retary E f