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3 issues in water utilities with medium priority
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Electric utility cost increases
The budget projects an 18.2% ($270,000) electricity increase driven by three approved National Grid rate hikes, and residents warned the figure may be understated and questioned high utility service charges on all-electric homes.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 28, 2026
MediumWater Utilities
Transfer Station Replacement Truck Scale
The town authorized using up to $140,670 from capital reserves to design and construct a replacement truck scale at the transfer station on Rupert Road.
1 mentionLast discussed Mar 11, 2026
MediumWater Utilities
Albany Water Board purchase amendment
The cogeneration plant's water use surged, so the town renegotiated its Albany water purchase — 60 million gallons a year minimum at the residential rate, with flexibility to adjust if demand drops.
1 mentionLast discussed Feb 25, 2026