Barnstable Municipal Water Supply Board 07-21-2026

The Barnstable Municipal Water Supply Board held a meeting on July 21, 2026, focusing primarily on operational updates and ongoing capital improvement projects related to the town's water infrastructure. Key procurement-related discussions included the completion and punch list management of the Mary Dun water main replacement project, with plans to execute a change order to balance unused materials and increased paving costs. The board also reviewed progress on the new Straightway water treatment facility and the replacement of the Hyannisport and Simmons Pond wells, with construction activities and erosion control measures underway. Additionally, the board awarded contracts for the Phiney's Lane sewer expansion and associated water main replacements, with work scheduled for fall 2026. The Mary Dunn water storage tank rehabilitation project was discussed, including review of inspection proposals to address a weeping issue. The Crocker Street water main replacement project was nearing closeout, with coordination ongoing to incorporate final paving work into a grant-funded scope. The board also addressed water conservation enforcement, reporting on violation fines collected and compliance efforts during a level two drought. A reorganization vote confirmed the chair and vice chair positions for the fiscal year. Overall, the meeting highlighted active management of multiple infrastructure projects, contract administration, and enforcement of water use regulations, with several upcoming procurement actions anticipated in the fall.