1994 JUL-DEC-HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING COMMITTEE

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MASHPEE HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING COMMITTEE MINUTES OF AUGUST 23, 1994 Present were: Peter Dinizio, Merry Sue Ahlgren, Stephen Greelish, William Martiros , Joseph Polito, Michael Pare, Bill Hauck, Greg Taylor, Bob Whritenour, Bob Fournier, Mark Pare, Ian Aitchinson, Tom Wren, (Janice Mills arrived later) . An informal discussion occurred regarding choice of windows and their placement in the gymn and locker rooms , and input was given by the athletic director/PE instructor from Weston. Also, discussed was the weight room and making it an adaptive program if it becomes mandated, the possibilities for having a soccer field, concession stand, outdoor lighting, bubblers for tennis and practice area, and tennis courts. The meeting was called to order at 4: 30 p.m. The Minutes of August 16 , 1994 were accepted. Bill Hauck reported on doors and code guidelines . Peter Dininzio stated that there is a need to investigate reducing the plant to get efficiency and save money. Mark Pare spoke on the variance for the septic system. He reported that two schools (Nauset Regional and Tingsboro) were successful in convincing DEP, and the water usage was less than Title V. It took 18 months from start to completion. He described the factors involved in building a treatment plant , increasing the organic components in the treatment process , and general costs for add-ons ( chemicals, sludge removal , phosphorous removal . Bill Martiros stated we need cost comparisons for a treatment plant vs. alternate systems. Steve Greelish is familiar with Bioclear, which DEP is favorable . Mary Sue Almgren wants to make sure that there is no problem with environmentalists over these systems. Peter stated the State is not reimbursing for this and stressed the need to make a cost efficient choice . Mark Pare stated that he is not promoting any particular system, but it is important to look at the operating costs per year. Steve suggested that a meeting be set up with DEP to determine their preferences and have our Board of Health present along with Mark. Mary Sue suggested also meeting with environmentalists. Bob Fournier noted there are other manufacturers similar to Bioclear; we have to name three for the State. Title V numbers were designed before low flush toilets; 20 gallons per student was satisfactory. We have to look at waste as well as flow. Peter brought up the River issue and what concentrations would be reaching it and would the concentrated plume be a hazard. Mark stated that phosphorous and temperature will impact the River; there would need to be studies . Peter stated that we promised the town