07/02/2025 TSC Minutes

Transfer Station Committee Minutes

July 2, 2025

Bethlehem Public Library

Minutes by Chris Jensen

 

Attendees: Nancy Strand, Barry Zitser and Chris Jensen

 

The meeting began at 5 p.m.

 

Just Be Greener

There was a brief discussion about the latest issue and Mr. Zitser made a motion to approve. It was seconded by Ms. Strand and unanimously approved.

 

Grants Update

There was no news.

 

Bond

If the select board decides to explore a bond it was noted that town treasurer, Frank Claffee, would shop around for bonds or other financing.

 

Curbside Bidding

Ms. Strand said the town has not received any bids. The deadline is July 11^th and if any bids arrive, the select board will open them on July 14^th. It was noted that even if no bids are submitted, an important question will have been answered: Is curbside feasible?

 

Consulting Aries

There was a discussion about getting help from Aries Engineering on current prices for a modified plan. The idea was to help calculate the amount for a bond. But it was agreed that the entire committee should be present to confirm any changes. Mr. Zitser said he would work on a summary of possible modifications for the next meeting.

 

 

 

Bond Support Document

There was a review and editing of the statements supporting the recommendation for a bond. Mr. Zitser was thanked for his customary huge amount of work.

 

Minutes

Mr. Zitser made a motion to approve the minutes of May 28, 2025. Mr. Jensen seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.

 

Next Meeting

August 13^th at 6 p.m. at the library.

 

Adjournment

Mr. Zitser made a motion to adjourn, which was seconded by Ms. Strand and unanimously approved.

 

The meeting ended at 5:55 p.m.