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President-Elect PAUL SCENNA

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Treasurer RICHARD PACELLA, JR. R. M. Pacella, Inc.

Secretary MARCELLA ALBANESE

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IN THIS ISSUE

3 President’s Message:

Three Bays Preservation: Wastewater is Everybody’s Problem

7 Legislative Update:

• Continued Drought Conditions in Massachusetts Highlight the Importance of Water Infrastructure • Quincy Taking Advantage of MWRA Loan Program to Replace Lead Pipes • Baker-Polito Administration Issues Executive Order on Climate Change • News in Brief

15 UCANE Interview:

Senate President Stan Rosenberg, (D-Amherst)

21 UCANE Part of Special Committee to Address Water Infrastructure Funding 23 Mashpee Selectmen Ponder Long-Range Costs 25 Spotlight on Cape Cod:

J. D’Amico, Inc.

Harwich Gets Update on Its Wastewater Plan

TONY BORRELLI

29 UCANE’s Annual Christmas Party & Scholarship Auction

Celco Construction Corp.

GERRY CARNEY, JR.

C. N. Wood Co., Inc.

KEVIN COLE

J. F. White Contracting Co.

BRIAN COONEY

C. C. Construction, Inc.

JON D’ALLESSANDRO D’Allessandro Corp.

GREG FEENEY

Feeney Bros. Excavation, LLC

JERRY GAGLIARDUCCI

Gagliarducci Construction, Inc.

MARCO GIOIOSO

P. Gioioso & Sons, Inc.

A. J. LORUSSO

Lorusso Heavy Equipment, LLC

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JOSEPH PACELLA

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BRIAN RAWSTON

Jay Cashman, Inc.

PAUL A. UMBRO

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CHRIS VALENTI

GVC Construction, Inc.

DAVID ZOPPO

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ANNE KLAYMAN

Executive Director

30 Associate Member of the Month: McGill Hose & Coupling, Inc.

37 Albanese D&S, Inc. and the MWRA Get a “High Five” from Governor Baker 39 Western MA Officials Attend UCANE Board Meeting in Ludlow 41 EPA Tool Helps Communities Across the Country Prepare for Climate Change 42 UCANE’s September Dinner Meeting 51 Safety Corner:

Oil Spill Prevention and Federal Compliance

57 Opportunity for All in Construction Contracting 59 UCANE’s Safety Manuals Now Available 61 Financial Management:

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Editor: Anne Klayman, Associate Editor: Suzanne Savage, Magazine Designer: Sherri Klayman Construction Outlook Chairman: John Our Editorial Board: John Our, Paul Scenna, Richard Pacella, Jr., and Marcella Albanese CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK published monthly by the Utility Contractors’ Association of New England, Inc., 300 Congress Street, Suite 101, Quincy, MA 02169; Tel: 617.471.9955; Fax: 617.471.8939; Email: aklayman@ucane.com; Website: www.ucane.com. Statements of fact and opinion are those of the authors alone and not necessarily those of UCANE and the Construction Outlook editorial board and staff. Subscriptions are included in dues payments for UCANE members. Presorted Standard postage paid at Brockton, MA. POSTMASTER, please send form #3579 to Construction Outlook, Crown Colony Office Park, 300 Congress Street, Suite 101, Quincy, MA 02169.

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As I was thinking about a subject for this month’s President’s Message, I happened to read an Op-Ed written by Michael Egan, President of the Three Bays Preservation Board of Directors entitled, “Wastewater is Everybody’s Problem.” While the article addresses the Massachusetts 208 Plan and the issues faced by the Town of Barnstable and many communities on Cape Cod, I believe the overall message conveyed by Mr. Egan is one that should be embraced by all cities and towns across the Commonwealth. I want to thank Mr. Egan for giving us authorization to reprint his letter in Construction Outlook magazine.

Three Bays Preservation: Wastewater is Everybody's Problem

veryone in Barnstable should be worried about a polluted ecosystem, every teenager, adult and senior citizen - but once they are, what can be done? That’s what I’ve been thinking whenever the concern about the nitrogen crisis in the Three Bays Estuary enters my mind. My worry is, unfortunately, a constant companion. Cotuit, North and West Bays are ill in an ecological sense. Every day, nitrogen from overloaded septic systems is deposited into the Three Bays estuary, equal to sixty-five 50-pound bags of fertilizer. Over the course of a year, that’s 23,530 bags weighing 50 pounds apiece in the water where you fish, swim, kayak, paddleboard, sail and boat. This means the very waters that look blue and clean and inviting, really aren’t. Let’s not forget that the water is still polluted, and this is a year-round problem. The fact that summer is behind us doesn’t mean the problem has gone away. Remember, in August we had a fish kill in North Bay, most likely caused by the Rust Tide algae bloom that wove itself through the 1,251-acre estuary. Remember the warning to pregnant women not to drink

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the water in Hyannis? It’s not a clean water problem. It’s a wastewater problem. Our drinking water wells and estuaries are contaminated because we flush where we drink and swim. We shouldn’t need these reminders to activate within ourselves the duties of being a citizen. Everybody should be talking about the wastewater management problem when they are out and about anywhere in Barnstable. This should be a conversation everyone should be having with family, friends and neighbors. But once a citizen gets it, what’s next? What are the answers for concerned citizens in an enlightened, informed and effective electorate? I have the answer: your pen. Write to members of the Barnstable Town Council. That’s the governing body presiding over local affairs. Let them know that you as a taxpayer in the town of Barnstable expect a solution to our wastewater problem. Asking “Where’s my ‘fair share’ of clean water and wastewater management" might just be a good way to start. Installing sewers and other technologies where appropriate in parts of the town continued on page 5

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President’s Message continued from page 3 of Barnstable is a way to begin tackling clean water and wastewater issues. Monies exist. The Sewer and Private Road Fund has a balance of $11,536,000 and grows at over $2.4 million dollars a year A comprehensive waste resource solution may require additional revenues, but considering that our water bills are some of the lowest in the state and we can’t continually relocate our drinking water wells, I know we can afford it. I certainly know we can’t afford not to fix it. This natural resource emergency belongs to us all, and so does a potential solution. The phrase, “We the People” doesn’t just resound at the federal level. Write to the town council today, and tell them that you as a citizen have a right to clean water and a clean environment. Here’s their address: Town Councilors, Town Manager, Town of Barnstable, 367 Main St., Hyannis, MA 02601. Michael J. Egan is President of the Board of Directors of Three Bays Preservation Inc., an organization established in 1996 to advocate for the restoration and protection of West, North and Cotuit Bays, and the coves, ponds, rivers and streams that form our watershed and estuary. Learn more at www.3bays.org. n

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Continued Drought Conditions in Massachusetts Highlight the Importance of Water Infrastructure

he U.S. Drought Monitor recently reported that over half of Massachusetts is in the midst of an extreme drought, with the area in danger of major crop losses and water restrictions more than doubling. Extreme drought, the second-most serious designation, has been extended into most of Worcester County and into parts of Franklin and Hampshire counties. Previously, the most extreme conditions were limited to Eastern Massachusetts, including all or parts of Bristol, Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth, and Suffolk counties. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, a collaboration of the the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the National Drought Mitigation Center (NDMC) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln showed, “the percent of normal precipitation has been 50 percent or less during the last 30 days and 2-4 inches below normal at 60 days in the Northeast. Average stream flows at 28 days are below the 5th percentile. Average temperature anomalies have

been 3-6 degrees above normal. Farmers are reporting small crop harvests with the season ending sooner than usual. It was also reported that some area farmers are trucking water because their source went dry.” This year marks the first time Massachusetts has fallen into the “extreme” category since the U.S. Drought Monitor began to publish a weekly report of drought conditions nationally in 1999. According to the recent report, less than 2 percent of the Commonwealth is free of drought conditions. Given the drought conditions, discussion has naturally turned to where to acquire water and the state of the Commonwealth’s water infrastructure. Officials in Worcester and Ashland recently activated an emergency connection to draw water from the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to relieve the burden on residents and businesses. As the new legislative session approaches, expect to see legislation addressing drought relief and the legislation addressing the importance of conservation and water infrastructure. continued on page 9

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Quincy Taking Advantage of MWRA Loan Program to Replace Lead Pipes

s reported by the Patriot Ledger, the City of Quincy is taking out an interest-free loan of $1.5 million to replace privately owned lead water lines found at 141 homes across Quincy. The City will be borrowing $1.5 million under a program started by the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA), after widespread media coverage of potential lead contamination in service pipes was revealed in light of the Flint, Michigan crisis. According to Quincy officials, the city-owned water lines do not contain any lead. That said, 141 private water service lines, which run water from the main to individual homes, and are made of lead have been identified. The affected lines account for less than 1 percent of the 23,788 privately owned water-service lines in Quincy. Under the MWRA program, the City of Quin-

cy will pay the loan back over 10 years through an extra charge on water bills. For an individual ratepayer, the cost of the program will equate to about $60 over a decade, or about $6 per year. The MWRA’s interest-free loan program, which provides up-front funding so communities can fix private lines at no cost to homeowners, demonstrates the regional water authority’s continued effort to provide member communities with benefits potentially not available otherwise. Newton is the only other community that has applied to take part in the program at this time. Estimated to cost between $7,000 and $10,000 to replace a single home’s water service line, a list of the addresses with lead pipes, as well as a map, can be found at quincyma.gov/ government/pwd. continued on page 11

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n mid-September, Governor Charlie Baker signed an Executive Order which “lays out a comprehensive approach to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions, safeguard residents, municipalities, and businesses from the impacts of climate change, and build a more resilient Commonwealth,” according to a press release issued from his office. The Order, Establishing an Integrated Climate Change Strategy for the Commonwealth, charges the Office of the Governor, the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, and key state, local, and environmental stakeholders with developing more comprehensive climate change policies. In particular, the Executive Order pushes for collaboration across state government to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build resiliency within government operations. The Executive Order specifically directs the Executive Offices of Energy and Environmental Affairs and Public Safety and Security to lead the development and implementation of a statewide

comprehensive climate adaptation plan to protect the built and natural environment of the Commonwealth, based on the best available data on existing and projected climate change impacts. Additionally, each Executive Office within the Baker-Polito Administration is now required to designate a Climate Change Coordinator who will work to complete a vulnerability assessment for each office, and assist with implementation and coordination of adaptation and mitigation efforts across state government. To meet the state’s environmental requirements under the Global Warming Solutions Act, the Executive Order further directs the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to engage stakeholders, examine emission limits from a range of sectors, and outline a timeline to promulgate regulations to ensure the Commonwealth meets statewide carbon reduction targets. In addition, the BakerPolito Administration aims to work with state and regional transportation leaders, and environment and energy agencies to outline additional steps necessary to develop regional policies to reduce transportation sector emissions. The Executive Order comes Water Works Specialist John Hoadley Inc. on the heelsand of Sons a Massachusetts Water Works Specialist Tel:781-878-8098 Fax:781-878-5298 Water Works Specialist Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) deTel:781-878-8098 Fax:781-878-5298 Tel: 781-878-8098 Fax: 781-878-5298 cision finding that the Commonwealth had not been following the “Our Products the Most Trusted NamesNames in theinIndustry” “OurIndustry” Products Are the Most Trusted Names in the Industry” “OurAre Products Are the Most Trusted the requirements of the 2008 Global � U.S. Pipe ● Cultec Chambers � U.S. Pipe ● Cultec Chambers � Mueller Fire Hydrants ● NationalSolutions Pipe & Plastics Act. Accord• U.S. Pipe • Cultec Chambers Warming Mueller Tapping Sleeves & Valves ADS Pipe & Chambers � Mueller Fire Pipe & Plastics • Hydrants Mueller Fire Hydrants ● National • National Pipe�� &Smith Plastics ing ●●toGeneral the Foundry decision, the CommonBlair Clamps & Couplings Castings � Mueller Tapping Sleeves & Valves ● Valves ADS Pipe Chambers • Mueller Tapping Sleeves & • &ADS Pipe & Chambers wealth Mechanical Services was found to have placed � Tapping Sleeves the & Gatesvast Installedmajority / Cut • Clamps Smith & Blair Clamps & Couplings • General Foundry Castings of, if not all, re� Smith Blair Couplings ● General Foundry Castings � Line Stop / EZ Valves sponsibility for emissions reducMechanical Services � Cutting of Chilled Water Lines & Steam Lines Mechanical Services on energy sector. In a � Pressure Testingtions & Disinfection ofthe New Mains � Tapping Sleeves & Gates Installed / Cut � Installation & Testing of Backflow Preventers Hours • Tapping Sleeves & Gates Installed / Cut lawsuit filed by the24 Conservation Sales& Service � Large Diameter Hydraulic Pipe Cutting � Line Stop EZ Valves of • Line Stop / EZ/ Valves Law Foundation, Serving the all non-profit � Hydrant Installation & Repair New England � Cutting ChilledWater WaterLines Lines&&Steam SteamLines Lines � Electronic Leak argued Detection • Cutting of of Chilled that the law required emis“Water-Sewer-Drain Supplies at a Competitive • Pressure Testing &&Disinfection � Pressure Testing DisinfectionofofNew NewMains Mains sions reductionsPrice” to occur across www.hoadleyandsons.com • Installation & Testing of Backflow Preventers the spectrum of emissions produc� Installation & Testing of Backflow Preventers 24 24Hours Hours672 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 • Large Diameter Hydraulic Pipe Cutting ers, not simply one sector. The Sales& Service Sales & Service � Large Diameter Hydraulic Pipe Cutting • Hydrant Installation & Repair SJC agreed and the Executive Serving ofof Servingallall � Hydrant Leak Installation & Repair New • Electronic Detection NewEngland England Order followed shortly thereafter. � Electronic Leak Detection To review, the Executive Order,

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Senator Stan Rosenberg has always had a strong interest in community and economic development projects to improve communities and the lives of Massachusetts residents. As a college student in Amherst, he was involved in a number of projects and got to know the elected officials in his region. Later he went to work for then State Senator John Olver and Congressman Chet Atkins. As he learned how policy was crafted and the positive effects on the community, the natural progression for him was to move from individual projects to policy making. When longtime state representative Jim Collins moved on, he ran for his seat to have a broader impact for his region. He was elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in 1987 and won election to the State Senate in 1991.

Representing a district with aging infrastructure, you are aware that every municipality, particularly those in Western Massachusetts, has unique water infrastructure needs. Please give us your thoughts relative to the water infrastructure needs in Western Massachusetts.

Massachusetts is not unique among other states in that we have aging infrastructure when it comes to transportation, water and sewer, telecommunications, and public buildings. As someone who represents communities surrounding the Quabbin reservoir, I understand that we must continue to invest in water infrastructure upgrades and maintenance. Representing Western Massachusetts communities, I also know that there is not only one solution to our water infrastructure needs. The Massachusetts Water Infrastructure Financing Commission noted in 2012 that “there are 43 communities with no community public water supply, many of which are smaller communities in the western part of the state, Cape Cod and the Islands, and others scattered across the state.” What works for a large water system may not work for a smaller one. To that end, I was pleased to have strongly supported Chapter 259 of the Acts of 2014, which provided flexibility for cities and towns in addressing local water infrastructure needs.

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During this session, the Legislature passed an economic development bill that authorized $500 million for the MassWorks program for municipal infrastructure upgrades, including water infrastructure.

The Massachusetts Water Infrastructure Finance Commission, led by Senator Jamie Eldridge, identified a $21.4 billion water infrastructure financing gap within the Commonwealth. What areas relating to infrastructure, generally, and water infrastructure maintenance and financing, specifically, do you believe the Legislature should think about for the next legislative session?

The current drought situation has highlighted the importance of conservation and efficiency in our current water infrastructure system. To that end, it is also critical that we continue to make investments to upgrade and maintain our state and municipal water systems. This is significant because of the interplay between paying for our infrastructure and protecting our natural resources. Back in the late 1970s there was a proposal to build a water diversion tunnel from the Connecticut River to help feed continued on page 17

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Interview continued from page 15 the Quabbin Reservoir that would have cost $40 million and diverted as much at 375 million gallons of water a day. The residents of the region fought this proposal and instead focused on fixing infrastructure leaks and inefficiencies. I recognize the balance we must have between new investment and fixing our current system.

The Water Infrastructure Financing Commission made several recommendations that have been implemented. I look forward to working with the chairs of that Commission, Senator Eldridge and Representative Dykema, to implement further recommendations and legislation.

The Commonwealth is facing a potential revenue shortfall again in the fiscal year 2017 budget cycle, what are your thoughts about how the Commonwealth can manage to remain competitive?

Massachusetts is not a state abundant in natural resources. We rely on the intellect and creativity of our residents and the world renowned leadership in higher education, finance, technology, healthcare, and innovation to drive our economy. I have met with business leaders across the Commonwealth and they have repeatedly told me that we need to invest in education and transportation for businesses to remain competitive in a global marketplace.

with a nineteenth century tax code in a twenty-first century economy. When the voters consider the fair share constitutional amendment in 2018 to add a four percent surtax on personal income over $1 million they can look to the 2017 budget cycle to understand the needs of the Commonwealth. This money, which is estimated to be between $1.6 and $2.2 billion annually, will be solely dedicated for transportation and education needs in the Commonwealth. Whether travelling to a work site, undertaking a new project or hiring new employees, our transportation infrastructure and education system are integral to our success.

Many UCANE members are small to medium sized family business owners. Can you discuss some of the issues important to the business community the Massachusetts Senate has addressed this session?

In addition to the need for investment in education and transportation, business owners consistently tell me that we need to focus on the high cost of energy in Massachusetts. During this We will need to modernize our tax system; we are living session we passed an energy procurement bill to diversify our energy portfolio through the increase of wind MBO Precast Inc. and hydropower. As we move towards 4 Marion Drive • Carver, MA 02330 our green energy future; we need to T: 508-866-6900 • F: 508-866-5252 make the investments in renewable www.MBOPrecast.com technologies to bring the cost of energy down over time for our residents and businesses in an environmentally Stone Strong Retaining Wall Systems friendly manner. Manholes / Catch Basins / Custom Structures

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Interview continued from page 17 projects, and $45 million for equipment for career and technical education. Knowing that UCANE members work with municipalities as well as state and regional authorities, I am pleased that the Senate, House, and Governor agreed to a municipal modernization act. It was the first extensive update in years of the laws governing municipalities and how they conduct business. Among items included in the new law was language to clarify bidding procedures for municipalities, bid posting requirements, and the operation of municipal water commissions.

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The Senate had a very successful session. We were able to address many policy areas because we learned what was important to residents and businesses during our Commonwealth Conversations Tour. Part of that process involved making internal changes to open up the Senate to promote civic engagement and transparency. In doing so, we created a more inclusive

The Senate had a very successful session. We were able to address many policy areas because we learned what was important to residents and businesses during our Commonwealth Conversations Tour. process which resulted in the members and the public having more time to review legislation and provide input. I have enjoyed seeing our ideas about “transparency and shared leadership” become a reality. Using this approach we passed many important bills this term that will make a difference in the lives of the residents and businesses of the Commonwealth. We increased the earned income tax credit for low income workers, passed comprehensive legislation to address the opioid crisis, passed an energy bill to address our long term energy needs, and continued our effort to reform our criminal justice system. Whether it was comprehensive legislation tackling public records and pay equity, or smaller (yet equally important) legislation governing the replacement of water hydrants, the Senators worked with our constituents to make a difference. n

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UCANE Part of Special Committee to Address Water Infrastructure Funding

CANE Assistant Executive Director Jeff Mahoney recently participated in the inaugural meeting of the Water Infrastructure Advisory Committee. This special committee was established by Chapter 259 of the Acts of 2014, and its mission is to monitor the progress of closing the gap in funding for drinking water, wastewater, and storm water infrastructure. UCANE was very involved in the passage of Chapter 259, which addressed the need to improve water infrastructure in Massachusetts. That law was a direct result of the work

of the Water Infrastructure Finance Commission, which identified a $21 billion gap in funding for drinking water and wastewater projects over the next 20 years. Phil Jasset of UCANE served on that commission and worked tirelessly to see Chapter 259 signed into law. UCANE strongly advocated for the seating of the Water Infrastructure Advisory Committee, and looks forward to working together to address funding issues and to help close the $21 billion gap. The appointees to the Committee are listed below.

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ven without budgeting for a hefty sewer and wastewater project, the Mashpee Board of Selectmen and Town of Mashpee will likely face difficult financial decisions within the next 10 years. In an attempt to set a course for the next decade, the board met Tuesday, October 4, for a special meeting along with Town Manager Rodney C. Collins and the core members of the town’s financial team. The special meeting follows a commitment by selectmen to study different financial strategies to fund the wastewater project that could cost nearly $120 million for the first two phases of a five-phase plan. The town’s current annual operating budget is $54.5 million. At the October 4 meeting, Dawn Thayer, Mashpee’s accountant, led a presentation of financial projects for the next 10 years based on assumptions made looking at the past several years. In Fiscal Year 2022, Ms. Thayer forewarned selectmen, the town will likely need a $3.2 million permanent operating override to keep up with the operating budget, capital costs and other pending debts not including the wastewater project. The override would be adequate to carry the town through to Fiscal Year 2027 without more operating overrides. After that, the town might have to take further steps, such as budget cuts or another expansion of the town’s property tax levy limit. “These are just assumptions,” Ms. Thayer reminded the board. She told selectmen that assumptions were based on department increases, fixed costs, debt incurred from a renovation project at Cape Cod Regional Technical High School, health insurance increases, the Quashnet Elementary School windows project and other expected capital costs. Town assessor Jason Streebel said that the tax rate would depend on the real estate market. But he said that the market typically flows in 10-year cycles, with a likely valley in 2022 at the time of the need for an override. Development in town is anticipated to continue for the next few years with the cottage project in New Seabury, the expansion project in Mashpee Commons and a new development in Southport, all of which would expand the tax base, Mr. Streebel said. But he said that that will “taper off” when the town meets its build-out.

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Mr. Collins, following the presentation, said that the purpose for the night would be to absorb this base-level assumption over the next 10 years as outlined by Ms. Thayer. “We should hit pause here,” the town manager said. He said that selectmen should review the presented material and reconvene to consider spending options for wastewater at a future meeting. A packet provided to selectmen prior to the meeting included nine scenarios for budget projections for the next 10 years. The first scenario was the baseline, or status quo, that includes a likely override in FY2022. The eight other scenarios included different funding options for phases of the wastewater project. Some of the scenarios covered the first phase of the sewer project estimated at $33 million, others the first and second phase, while others just the second phase. The second phase has been estimated at $85 million. The estimate for the pricing of the sewer project came from a presentation earlier this year at a capital improvement project request made by Town Planner and Mashpee Sewer Commission chairman F. Thomas Fudala earlier this year. The project is based on a total of five phases. The different scenarios include funding the project through loans at different interest rates and loan forgiveness rates. The financial team that worked on the analysis included Ms. Thayer, Mr. Streebel and tax collector/ treasurer Craig Mayen. The board and Mr. Collins thanked them for their dedication and hard work. Written by Sam Houghton. Reprinted from Mashpee Enterprise. n

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Harwich Gets Update on its Wastewater Plan HARWICH — Like star-crossed lovers, the ground- and wastewaters of this sandy spit are destined to meet. And, like the Montague and Capulet families of Shakespearean tragedy, Cape Codders are determined to keep them apart. However, in this far less theatrical instance, keeping lovers apart is all for the better.

cientists, government officials, as well as townspeople across the Cape, have known for decades groundwater here is affected by the number of existing septic systems. As development, both commercial and residential, has increased, so too has the threat to drinking water, ponds, lakes, and the salt waters cradling this land. Eutrophication — in essence the over-fertilization of waters, leading to algae growth and subsequent oxygen depletion — lies at the heart of the issue. On Cape Cod, the leading contributor to eutrophication is septic systems. Ultimately, the Cape, along with other coastal communities in the Commonwealth, was told the time had come to develop plans to handle the issue. While individual towns have planning control, regional approval is required. The process has been long and complicated. Harwich is only the sixth of the 15 towns to receive approval through the Cape Cod Commission Development as a Regional Impact process, which meets the Massachusetts Environmental Protection Act requirements. Harwich, like other Cape towns, came under the gun to develop a comprehensive plan after a court ruling. The town hired the CDM Smith engineering consultants to assist. At a recent selectmen’s meeting Peter De Bakker, Chairman of Harwich’s Wastewater Implementation Committee, patted an inches-thick document

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sitting on the table in front of him. The document, representing close to a decade of work, spells out the town’s plan of action for long-term wastewater management. “Now, this plan has to be implemented,” asserted De Bakker, explaining that, as the plan’s execution occurs, certain milestones will be marked by close monitoring and data collection. Benchmarks, such as keeping safe nitrogen levels, or reductions in nitrogen, he said, must be met. The new town planner, when hired, will need to develop a build-out growth strategy, and the town will need to have a solid plan in place for open space acquisition as it relates to the impact of development on groundwater protection, De Bakker said. The town has already made significant progress, continued on page 27

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Cape Cod continued from page 25 De Bakker said, noting such projects as the Muddy Creek Bridge, which replaced a restrictive dyke and culvert system, opening flow between the bay and river plain; and the Cold Brook attenuation plan, which has been completed. Harwich Conservation Trust plans to begin work on Cold Brook in the coming year. An agreement with Chatham for use of its treatment facility for East Harwich is in the works, and the town still needs to develop a cost recovery program. While De Bakker voiced confidence in the town’s ability to monitor and carry out the intricacies of the plan, he suggested residents are under-informed as to the commitment and cost the plan carries. He posited the idea that the current wastewater implementation committee be kept “for a year or so” until the town transitions to a new committee, the mission of which is to guide the town through use of the plan. Planners anticipate Harwich’s plan will take 40 years to complete, and that the entire project will cost hundreds of millions of dollars. Apart from the development of regulations for fertilizer use, and storm water runoff mitigation, the bulk of the plan involves sewering the town, and building wastewater treatment facilities. East Harwich, waste from which will be processed in

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McGill Hose & Coupling, Inc. In the underground utility construction industry, where multimillion dollar projects are the norm, and earth needs to be moved, removed, and/or excavated, we tend to believe that our huge earth moving equipment is our most important asset. The theory goes…big tires and big buckets make the job run smoothly and efficiently. Few can deny that smooth running machines with maximum “uptime” equates to profitability and a company’s longevity. Often overlooked are the hoses, fittings, and related fluid handling components that have very serious consequences if they’re not maintained and working

properly. What happens when your equipment is down from a burst hydraulic hose and you cannot afford two or three days of downtime? That's precisely when you turn to this new UCANE member McGill Hose & Coupling, Inc. to get things back in working order as fast as possible. Harry McGill, President of McGill says, “We understand no one can afford the downtime, wasted product or environmental damage that a hose failure can cause and result in a major loss of revenue. We steer our company in the direction of preventing fluid handling failures but have the resources to address them quickly and correctly.” continued on page 32

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STAMPED for Success McGill Hose excels in the hose and fitting world because they’ve developed an expert level of understanding and implementation of the industry standard S.T.A.M.P.E.D. acronym (Size, Temperature, Application, Media, Pressure, End Connections, and Delivery Requirements). STAMPED brings to light the attributes required of a hose assembly to perform in critical applications. Understanding pressure and flow requirements while faced with temperature extremes or unusual operating environments has guided McGill Hose towards the most comprehensive variety of hose, pipe, tubing, and connectors in the Northeast. McGill is committed to being an elite member of the NAHAD Hose Safety Institute, which promotes safety, quality, and reliability. For well over 50 years, the company has been fabricating and supplying metal and Teflon hose, rubber and plastic hydraulic and industrial hose, and custom bent rigid metal tube assemblies. All of these hose types are complimented by a complete offering of quick disconnects, valves, swivels, gauges, regulators, etc. “Our experience in all styles of hoses, fittings, and fluid handling components can substantially reduce our customers’ total cost while providing the best solutions for their application,” said Harry. “Our fluid handling products support a wide range of industries, including chemical, food and beverage processing, automotive, construction, petrochemical, power generation, plastics, transportation, defense, bulk transporters, marine, and public utilities.”

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Top Tier Supplier Partnerships McGill represents some of the most recognized top-of-theline brands in the industry. Hose products are in stock from Continental ContiTech (formerly, Goodyear Industrial Products), Eaton Weatherhead and Synflex, Hose Master, Kanaflex, Kuriyama, and Flexaust. Stock items from Campbell Fittings, Dixon Valve, PT Coupling, and Banjo Corporation are a mandatory part of their success. Engineered systems, such as swivel joints, loading arms, dry disconnects and sight flow indicators are provided by OPW. Quick connect/disconnect couplings are available in steel, stainless steel, and brass from Eaton Hansen, Foster, CEJN, Snap-Tite, and Stucchi.

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According to Vice President Alex McGill, “The list of major manufacturers we represent and the quality products we sell is extensive and I believe one of the most comprehensive and unique product-lines of hoses and couplings for the Northeast. We stand behind our products and services 100 percent and our customer’s complete satisfaction is always our goal.” He went on to say, “As our suppliers develop new products and technologies, we are the resource that brings these improved solutions to our customers.” continued on page 35

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Three Convenient Locations Alex also goes on to describe McGill’s locations. “Our headquarters is in East Longmeadow, MA where we maintain 30,000 square feet of unmatched inventory levels and fabrication capabilities. With over 7,500 square feet, our service centers in Woburn, MA, and East Providence, RI, also carry large inventories and provide quick turn-around time for any hydraulic and industrial hose you can imagine,” he said. “Each location has experienced sales and technical personnel who have seen most problems before and can quickly provide a resolution, which is both cost-effective and gets your equipment back into service as quickly as possible.” Company locations and contact information can be found on their website: www.mcgillhose.com.

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Temporary Bypass Lines In addition to providing hydraulic hoses and fittings to keep heavy equipment rolling for UCANE members, McGill can also provide heavy duty hoses and valves for use in water and sewer bypass systems. Chris Gusha, salesman for McGill says, “We understand the contractors’ needs for heavy duty hoses and fittings for hydrant whips and other tie-ins involved with temporary water and sewer lines. We stock and sell some of the common set-ups, but we are always ready to fabricate any custom assembly that UCANE contractors might come up with.”

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UCANE welcomes McGill Hose & Coupling, Inc. as a new member of our Association. Our officers, board, and staff would like to wish them continued growth and success in the future. n

“Thank you to UCANE for your commitment to the industry and allowing us to participate. We’ll work hard to support the organization and treat its members with a passion for service.” – Alex McGill

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Albanese D&S, Inc. and the MWRA Get a “High Five” from Governor Baker

ust before Labor Day, Mr. and Mrs. O. Bradley Latham of Pine Ridge Road in Reading approached Alejandro Alvarez, an assistant civil engineer working on MWRA’s Northern Intermediate High project, with what they thought was an impossible request. Their son Josh was returning from Afghanistan and they were throwing a welcome home party. They wondered if there was anything that could be done to tidy up the street in front of their house, which looked very much like a large construction zone. Alejandro assured Mrs. Latham that the MWRA was very supportive of veterans and he would do whatever he could. Alejandro worked with construction coordinator Jerry Sheehan and the contractor, Albanese D&S, Inc., and had the site cleaned up and a large valve and other equipment moved. Paul Scenna and Andrea Ciano presented Governor Baker with an Albanese D&S hard hat. As an added touch, the MWRA made a poster welcoming Josh home, which was framed and delivered to the Latham’s front yard. Mr. and Mrs. Latham were so overcome with joy that they wrote a letter to MWRA Executive Director, Fred Laskey, detailing what had happened, and sent a copy to Governor Baker. A few days later, Fred got a call from the Governor’s office saying he was so moved by the story that he was inviting everyone up to the State House on September 19 to give them the “Governor’s High Five Award” in recognition of the extraordinary act of kindness and caring. The award goes on to say that “It is citizens like you who set an example for us all to aspire to. We are proud to commend your outstanding character and contribution to your community.” At the ceremony, Paul Scenna and Andrea Ciano took the opportunity to present Governor Baker with an Albanese D&S, Inc. hard hat. (L-R) Fred Laskey, MWRA Executive Director; Congratulations to all for a job well Paul Scenna, Albanese D&S, Inc.; and Governor Baker done! n

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Western MA Officials Attend UCANE Board Meeting in Ludlow

CANE took its show on the road and held its October Board of Directors and Government Relations Committee meetings in Ludlow, MA. Several Central and Western Massachusetts members attended, along with prospective members Mark Gomes (Gomes Construction Co.), and Walter Smola (Was Brothers Construction, Inc.) Also in attendance were Michael and Patrick Gleason (Alton E. Gleason Co., Inc.) who became UCANE’s newest member that evening. Before the meeting, remarks were given by special guests State Senator Anne Gobi (Spencer, MA), Chair of the Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture, and State Representative Angelo Puppolo (Springfield, MA). Both

legislators acknowledged the importance of water infrastructure and expressed their support and willingness to continue to work with UCANE on issues affecting our industry. Next to address our members and guests was MassDEP Western Regional Director Michael Gorski. His remarks gave UCANE members an inside look at how MassDEP deals with enforcement issues, and offered several tips and ideas about best practices that can help contractors work more efficiently and cooperatively with MassDEP. Many thanks to all who attended and special thanks to UCANE Board Member and Western MA representative, Jerry Gagliarducci of Gagliarducci Construction, Inc. for organizing the meeting. n

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s part of the Obama Administration’s commitment to strengthen America’s climate resilience, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released an updated online climate change risk assessment tool that assists users in designing adaptation plans based on the types of threats confronting their communities. EPA’s Climate Resilience Evaluation and Awareness Tool (CREAT) is designed for water utilities. “Water utilities operate on the front lines of climate change and face the challenges of increased drought, flooding, and sea level rise. EPA is working to strengthen America’s communities by providing climate preparedness tools like CREAT that local leaders can use to make smart decisions,” said Joel Beauvais, Deputy Assistant Administrator for EPA’s Office of Water. In its updated version, CREAT presents information in a series of intuitive modules, provides climate change projection data, and presents monetized risk

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Governor Baker and Lt. Governor Polito Address UCANE Members and Guests at Fall Dinner Meeting

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he outstanding attendance at our September dinner meeting can only be attributed to having both the Governor and Lt. Governor as our keynote speakers, said UCANE’s Executive Director Anne Klayman. For the second time since being elected to the highest state offices in 2014, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito spoke about their legislative agenda and their progress to date, to more than 300 members and guests. Held at the Venezia Waterfront Restaurant in Dorchester, MA, the audience included many other notable state agency heads and local municipal officials who are directly involved with underground utility issues, specifically clean drinking water and wastewater treatment and pollution control. Among those attending were MassDEP Commissioner Martin Suuberg and Director of Municipal Services Steve McCurdy; MWRA Executive Director Fred Laskey and Chief Operating Officer Mike

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Lt. Governor Karyn Polito Hornbrook; and BWSC Chief Engineer John Sullivan. Also attending from local cities and towns were Brookline Highway & Sanitation Director Kevin Johnson; Dedham Public Works Director Joe Flanagan; Easton Public Works Director David Fields; Franklin Public Works Director Robert Cantoreggi; Wakefield Public Works Director Rick Stinson and Public Works Business and Operations Manager Carol Antonelli; Walpole Town Administrator Jim Johnson and Assistant Town Engineer Chris Johnson; Westford Highway Department Superintendent Chip Barrett; and former DPW Director from the Town of Norwood Joe Welch. UCANE President John Our opened the meeting by thanking the Governor and Lt. Governor for joining us; and he emphasized the importance of these meetings so that UCANE members can hear what is planned for our state’s underground infrastructure programs. He continued on page 45

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Dinner Meeting continued from page 43 then introduced Executive Director Anne Klayman who would formally introduce our Lt. Governor. Anne began by introducing all of our guests and new members who were in attendance, and she called on our Officers and Board Members, who were in attendance, to come forward so that our new members could put the faces to the names. Anne then introduced the Lt. Governor who many of our members know through her family’s construction company, J. A. Polito & Sons, Inc. of Shrewsbury, MA. She went on to say that they have been UCANE members since our Association was first started in 1954. Anne said that the Administration’s willingness to meet with our members is a true testament to their desire to listen to our concerns, and to be open and accountable for their programs. She went on to say that she hoped this type of interaction would continue as it was mutually beneficial. Lt. Governor Polito first thanked UCANE for the invitation to attend the meeting. Her opening remarks paid tribcontinued on page 47

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