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Capital Improvement Program Committee <br /> Meeting Minutes <br /> January 7, 2026 <br /> o Ongoing security camera/DVR replacements on a five- to seven-year cycle (Quashnet <br /> School DVR up next). <br /> • Significant Building Projects: <br /> a Senior Center Roof Restoration: <br /> ■ Projected $340,500 cost; includes both membrane re-coating(to extend roof life <br /> and avoid insulation/code upgrade requirements)and shingle replacement. <br /> a School HVAC Upgrades(Quas t School): <br /> Largest single capital item discussed at$11.5 million (as of latest estimate). <br /> In addition to HVAC,expansion of fire sprinkler system required by current codes. <br /> ■ Noted that recent grant applications (max $500,000) unlikely to significantly <br /> offset cost. <br /> ■ Discussion on remaining useful life and the possible <br /> reconfiguration/consolidation of school facilities due to declining enrollment. <br /> a Fire Station Elevator Controller: $90,000 needed for full system replacement after <br /> manufacturer ceased operations and repair parts are no longer supported. <br /> a Main Fire Station HVAC:Accelerated replacement to FY27 due to reliability issues, plus <br /> consideration for dehumidification. <br /> • Future/Larger Projects(Preliminary): <br /> a Community Center/Building: <br /> ■ $50,000 for initial needs assessment,site selection,and conceptual design—using <br /> existing revolving fund, not new tax funds. <br /> • Extensive dialogue about the need, potential for repurposing existing facilities <br /> (e.g., Coombs School), and importance of aligning with school and DPW plans. <br /> ■ Acknowledgement that this is an initial exploratory step,with major construction, <br /> if found justified, being a long-term future endeavor. <br /> ■ Emphasis that school system buy-in and cooperation is essential before <br /> commissioning any meaningful feasibility studies. <br /> a Fire Station#3 Discussion: <br /> Considered non-viable fort e foreseeable future given the Town's near build-out <br /> and other pressing capital priorities. <br /> • Senior Center Generator: <br /> a Proposal to re-use generator from Quashnet School (if replaced as part of HVAC <br /> upgrades), pending technical feasibility/cost assessment. <br /> a Library generator deferred to FY28; possibility of using police station generator as an <br /> alternative. <br /> • Preschool Playground Surface Replacement: <br /> a Playground at Coombs was resurfaced in 2017; new safety issues due to degrading rubber <br /> surfacing(three accidents reported this fall). <br /> a Proposal to resurface with new interlocking tiles ($135,000); possibility to seek CPA <br /> (Community Preservation Act) funding, though past interactions with CPC on such <br /> projects have been mixed. <br /> o Committee instructed to consult CPC in January due to urgent safety concerns. <br /> NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING <br /> Next meeting and Public Hearing on January 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the Waquoit Meeting Room. <br /> ADJOURNMENT <br />