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Select Board Minutes July 28,2025 is deeded open space, which, under Town bylaws, is intended to limit noise and improve air quality. He emphasized that infrastructure of this nature should be located in a commercial area, not near homes. ADDITIONAL TOPICS LIAISON REPORTS Selectman Co?on reported that the “Raise the Roof” event hosted by the Boys and Girls Club was a great success, bringing the organiza?on closer to reaching its fundraising goals. WATER QUALITY UPDATES Selectman Cotton inquired about the status of the wastewater treatment center. Town Manager Rodney Collins responded that the facility is technically online. While the plant is not yet fully operational, wastewater is currently being processed. Selectman Cotton asked whether Phase 1 residents would be receiving a second letter indicating it is time to connect. Assistant Town Manager Wayne Taylor stated there was no current update but conﬁrmed he would follow up to obtain the information. Collins recommended having the Wastewater Superintendent present at a future meeting to provide a full update. Selectman Cotton noted that the ﬁrst letter sent to residents may have contained errors and emphasized the importance of ensuring accurate communication to avoid any future confusion or setbacks. TOWN MANAGER UPDATES Status of 0 Gunters Lane Town Manager Rodney Collins referenced a memorandum from November 2024 by, the Wastewater Superintendent, which provided a detailed opinion that the site would be an appropriate location for the proposed facility. Collins also noted a July 2025 report from the Conservation Agent, which included a color-coded town map and parcel key used to identify various open space areas in town. The Notre Dame parcel (CC41), located just north of Wakeby Pond, was highlighted, with 0 Gunters Lane adjacent to it, indicated by a yellow highlight on the map. The parcel at 0 Gunters Lane has no o?icial lane signage. Collins acknowledged the concerns expressed by residents and emphasized that the town is taking the matter seriously. He stated that legal counsel is conducting thorough research of registry records to clarify the status of the parcel, which is expected to take approximately 10 to 14 days.