[gview file="http://69.89.31.68/~vdoenhor/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/CM060216.pdf"]VILLAGE DISTRICT OF EIDELWEISS
Commissioners Meeting
June 2, 2016
The Board of Commissioners reconvened on Thursday, June 2 at 9 am. Present were Commissioners Ron Sandstrom, Mike Smith, and Larry Leonard. Also present was Water Operator Ian Hayes. Erin Hartley of Hartley Well and Engineers Paul Fluet and Nick Sceggell participated telephonically.
At 9:00 am the meeting is called to order by Chairman Ron Sandstrom.
The Muddy Beach wells are discussed. Erin Hartley outlines that the recent work at the wells has shown that the pump at Well #2 is at 98 feet. The well is 123 feet. Rocks and sand were found at the bottom of the well. Surging of the well removed debris to a depth of 140 feet. The well refilled to 123 feet following surging. The well yielded 50 to 60 gallons per minute through testing. The transducer tube was installed. Erin Hartley states that the amperage is low, cause is unknown. A sleeve was placed over the pump to protect it. This pump is two years old and is a 2 horsepower, 33 gallon per minute pump. The pump was reinstalled at 98 feet. Pump model is Gould 33 GS20. Ron Sandstrom leaves the meeting at 9:30 am.
Both wells may be in the same aquifer, it is not certain if this is the case.
The pump for Well #1 was noted to be at 328 feet*. The pump removed is a Pluegar 6 stage pump. The bottom of this well was noted at 357 feet. Shale at the bottom of the well was removed by surging and the full depth of the well is 420 feet. Tom Therrien of Electrical Installation will be notified of the pump depth. The transducer previously purchased will need to be returned and a transducer for this depth will be needed. The air lift test yielded 100 gallons per minute. Draw down testing of this well has shown the sustained rate of the well over long term pumping is estimated at 35 gallons per minute. System needs from this well field are discussed. Ian Hayes recommends replacing the pump with a 35-40 gallon per minute pump. Discussion continues on needs of the system and production capability of the wells. Erin Hartley discusses a 40-45 gallon per minute pump and will submit the information on the specific pump recommendation to the office for distribution. Placing of the transducers is discussed. Mike Smith makes a motion to have Hartley Well place the transducers while working on the well field. Ron Sandstrom seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0. Should well #2 need to be put on line sooner, Ian Hayes will place the transducer prior to flushing and testing the well for return to service. Erin Hartley leaves the meeting at this time.
* Via email submitted following the meeting, Erin Hartley corrects this depth of the pump to 338 feet. Updated information is forwarded to Tom Therrien.
The water loss that is occurring at #1 Bristenstock is discussed. This house is believed to be served from the 2 inch Aspen water main. Pressure transducer/data loggers were placed to analyze the occurrence. The data loggers were removed following the long weekend and downloaded. Loss of pressure to negative numbers shows on the graph. The negative pressure allows for air to build in the water lines and appears to be creating the interruption of flow to the house. The cause of the pressure loss will be looked into. The tank levels and pump run times will be sent to the Engineers for additional ability to analyze the cause. Correction of the issue is discussed. Options are outlined which include closing of the loop by connecting the Bristenstock and Aspen lines, addition of an air release valve at or near the property to release the air from the system prior to getting to the house, and creation of a Reinach pressure zone. Isolation of the Aspen line can confirm that the house is connected to this water main. Connecting the house to the Bristenstock line, which dead ends near the property, may also be an option to correct the issue. Placement of an air release valve may be the most cost effective short term solution to stop the interruptions in water flow; however, this will not correct the low water pressure at the house which shows on the data logger graphs.
At 10:15 am Mike Smith makes a motion to recess the meeting until 3 pm. Larry Leonard seconds the motion and the motion passed 2-0.
At 3:00 pm the meeting reconvenes. Present were Commissioners Ron Sandstrom, Mike Smith, and Larry Leonard. Also present was part time Highway Employee Tony Eldridge.
Meeting is called to order by Chairman Ron Sandstrom.
Ron Sandstrom makes a motion to enter Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3,II (a) employee matters. Larry Leonard seconds the motion. Motion is called via roll call vote Ron Sandstrom yea, Mike Smith yea, Larry Leonard yea and the motion passed 3-0.
Motions and votes of Non-Public Session:
Mike Smith makes a motion to seal the minutes of the non-public session. Ron Sandstrom seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0.
At 3:35 pm Ron Sandstrom makes a motion to exit Non-Public session and resume the public session. Mike Smith seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0.
The document and financial forms for submission to NH DES for the Asset Management Grant are reviewed. Ron Sandstrom makes a motion to approve the document for submission. Mike Smith seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0. Ron Sandstrom makes a motion to sign the Reimbursement Request. Mike Smith seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0. Ron Sandstrom makes a motion to sign In-kind Match Document #1. Mike Smith seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0. Ron Sandstrom makes a motion to sign In-kind Match Document #2. Larry Leonard seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0. Ron Sandstrom makes a motion to sign In-kind Match Document #3. Larry Leonard seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0.
Quotes requested from Tom Therrien of Electrical Installation are reviewed. Mike Smith makes a motion to approve $1,634 for programming of the polling sequence of the SCADA system. Ron Sandstrom seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0. Mike Smith makes a motion to approve replacement of the panel at Reinach station for $1,492. Ron Sandstrom seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0. Mike Smith makes a motion to have Tom Therrien purchase the proper transducer for placement at 335 feet and return the transducer previously purchased. Ron Sandstrom seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0.
Mike Smith makes a motion to have Nancy Cole post pictures of Loons on the website. Ron Sandstrom seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0.
A homeowner has requested waiver of the late fee as she did not receive the original mailing per the note received with the check. The homeowner did include the late fee in the payment. Ron Sandstrom makes a motion to waive and reimburse the late fee. Mike Smith seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0.
At 4:05 pm Ron Sandstrom makes a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mike Smith seconds the motion and the motion passed 3-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Nancy E. Cole
Administrator