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Water Pollution Control - Minutes - Jun 11, 2026
Jun 11, 2026
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Water Pollution Control Authority Page 1 of 2 WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY REGULAR MEETING June 11, 2026 Subject to Approval CALL TO ORDER There being a quorum present, Mr. Paul Gilmore, Chairman, called the regular meeting of the Water Pollution Control Authority to order at 7:02 p.m. The meeting was held via Zoom and was broadcasted on Facebook Live. ☒ Mr. Paul Gilmore ☒ Mr. Ed Kelly ☒ Mr. Jacques Brignac ☐ Mrs. Abby Lawrence ☐ Mr. Jay Sheehan ☒ Mr. Lucian Dragulski ☐ Dr. Michael Park GUESTS Simsbury Water Pollution Control: Anthony Piazza, Superintendent Minutes Recorder: Jessica Campbell, Administrative Secretary Public Guest(s): Chris Nelson, President of Nelson Construction, Inc. 1. SAFETY BRIEF Chairman Gilmore delivered a safety brief focused on driving conditions following periods of heavy rain and strong winds. He noted that saturated ground can weaken the stability of large trees, increasing the risk of trees falling unexpectedly. 2. REQUEST FOR FINANCING FACILITY CONNECTION CHARGE: LUMINARY PROJECT ON IRON HORSE BLVD.; DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION Mr. Piazza explained that Chris Nelson, President of Nelson Construction, was attending the meeting as the developer for the Iron Horse Boulevard project. He stated that, consistent with previous projects completed by Mr. Nelson, the Town had allowed financing of the Facility Connection Charge (FCC). While Mr. Nelson's request referred to a 10-year repayment period, Mr. Piazza noted that the Town had since adopted a 15-year repayment term for similar agreements. Mr. Piazza reported that the most recent bond rate information he had received from the Finance Director was for the Pine Hill project, which carried a rate of 2.4% the previous fall. He stated that the request before the board was to finance approximately $569,967.45 over a 15-year period at the Town's current bond rate. Mr. Dragulaski made a motion to approve the request of Nelson Construction, Inc. to finance the FCC for the Luminary Simsbury Meadows facility, located at 32–36 Iron Horse Boulevard, under the Town's FCC financing program. Mr. Kelly seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. 3. STATUS REPORT ON SEWER EXTENSION PROJECTS, ETC. Mr. Piazza reported that the Michael Road project is awaiting a survey before preliminary design and cost estimates can proceed. He stated that the first building at Luminary Simsbury Meadows is expected to receive certificates of occupancy by July 1, 2026 and that testing of the project's pump station is nearing completion. The Town will assume responsibility for the pump station one year after project completion, in accordance with the developer's agreement. He confirmed that the station includes a backup generator and meets current Town specifications. Water Pollution Control Authority Page 2 of 2 Mr. Piazza also provided updates on several developments, noting that Hartford South Campus is progressing through Wetlands review, the McLean expansion is awaiting design revisions, and Cambridge Crossing has resumed construction under new ownership. 4. TREATMENT FACILITY REPORT Mr. Piazza shared there is no progress on the pending permit but expects additional information following a meeting scheduled for June 25, 2026. The septage receiving station is expected to arrive this month, interviews for the aeration system engineering project are planned for early July, and four rooftop HVAC units and influent pumps are scheduled for replacement this year. He also noted that an employment offer has been extended for an open position and that plant operations continue to perform well. 5. CORRESPONDENCE: SEPTAGE HAULER 2026 FEE NOTICE, 245 HOPMEADOW ST. FCC SECOND NOTICE Mr. Piazza reported that notices had been issued for two matters. The first notified septage haulers of the previously approved fee increase to $90 per 1,000 gallons. The second was a follow-up notice regarding an outstanding facility connection charge associated with a change of use at 245 Hot Meadow Street from office space to hotel use. During discussion, Mr. Piazza stated that the property's temporary Certificate of Occupancy (CO) had reportedly been revoked due to unresolved issues and that the facility was being used in connection with the adjacent skating center. He noted that he had previously discussed the outstanding charge directly with the owner, who acknowledged the obligation. Mr. Piazza advised that if no action is taken following the second notice, the Town has the authority to place a lien on the property. 6. MAY MEETING MINUTES – POSSIBLE APPROVAL Mr. Kelly made a motion to approve the May meeting minutes. Mr. Dragulski seconded the motion, with Mr. Brignac abstaining. The vote carried. 7. ADJOURN Mr. Dragulski made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:17 p.m.; Mr. Brignac seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved, and the meeting was adjourned. _________________________ Paul Gilmore, Chairman