Brocton to evaluate waterline project funding
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BROCTON -- With many outdated waterlines throughout the village, it is at least worth a shot to see how much money the municipality could potentially secure if a waterline replacement project moves forward.
Brocton Mayor Craig Miller, Portland Supervisor/Brocton Waste Water Treatment Supervisor Rich Lewis, and Highway Superintendent Ken Becker recently met with Matt Zarbo of Square Engineering to discuss the potential options the Village has to replace the waterlines along Highland Avenue, Pullman Street, and West Main Street.
Miller said conversations are ongoing with Zarbo and with Municipal Solutions regarding potential project plans and funding opportunities. Zarbo recently helped the Village of Cassadaga design a capital waterline project of approximately $9.5 million, and through the efforts of Square Engineering and Municipal Solutions, Cassadaga was awarded a Water Infrastructure Improvement Act (WIIA) Grant of up to $5 million through the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation for the project. Up to 60% of net project cost can be covered through the grant. Additionally, up to $2.3 million was made available to the village on a 0% interest loan.
"They are very knowledgeable on how to apply for funding," Miller said.
The Village Board passed a resolution authorizing Miller to sign a contract with Municipal Solutions at a rate of $170 per hour to evaluate the feasibility of a waterline replacement project in the village. Any potential project would likely begin in 2-3 years, if it is deemed feasible.
Also of note, the Village of Brocton recently received a copy of its proposed updated Village Code. The Code was introduced at the latest meeting for review.
The Village will hold a public hearing at the beginning of the next meeting of the Brocton Village Board, Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 6 p.m., to receive input from the public on the Village Code. Once the updated Village Code is adopted by the Board – which cannot happen until the public hearing is held – it will be posted on the Village website. Prior to its adoption, the Village Code is available to view at the Village Hall.
The Village Code Enforcement Office issued six permits and 20 violations during the month of July. The Brocton Fire Department responded to 36 calls in the month of July, of which 33 were Emergency Medical Services calls and two were motor vehicle accidents.
The Village is still awaiting a response from the Department of Corrections regarding past due balances, as well as the Power Authority of the State of New York regarding a request for the official contract with the Village. The Village Board entered into executive session to conclude its recent meeting to discuss ongoing litigation regarding a property on Central Avenue.