CANTON – John Cronin told selectmen that a 70-foot section of pond No. 4 at the wastewater treatment plant let go after recent rains, but the liner is still holding the treated water.
Workers are lowering the pond level to prevent further erosion, he said. Repairs will be necessary when the ground dries.
The other three ponds holding, Cronin said.
The news brought up the discussion that sewer fees might have to go up. Selectman Donald Hutchinson asked Administrative Assistant Kathy Hutchins to bring figures on present fees to the next meeting.
The town is looking for money to extend the fence at the transfer station because people are dumping illegal items there after hours. The board tabled action due to a lack of funds.
They also tabled a decision on a new backdrop for the park.
After long discussions and a split vote, selectmen voted not to give a permit for a new driveway to Lindsey Hayes, saying it would be a danger. The proposed driveway would be on the corner of Dearborn that connects Staples Hill Road with Route 108.
Brian Jordan, trail master for the Canton ATV Club, reported to the board that extending the trail to Turner was in the works, giving riders 11.4 legal miles to travel. The board signed his permit renewals for two years.
Hutchins announced that swimming lessons will be available from 2 to 4 p.m. July 11-15 and July 18-22.
Registration is required and may be made at the Town Office by July 6.
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