WCFD Building Committee Meeting
3 February, 2009
Topics to be included for discussion:
1. Recap of 27 January meeting
a. Richard Holt, Joe Tatro, Kent Novak, Chief Pomfret, Roland Robert and John Humble present. Also present was Richard Loring of RHB Signs.
b. CP 002R3, site alteration, remained on hold until a final price is provided. A letter from Coventry Survey addressing the east roof drainage line was reviewed that suggested that with conditions set by DEM, placement of the drain line might be possible at the desirable location. Questions also remain regarding the number of manholes to be installed.
c. There was no further development on the cistern design other than Roland Robert stated that Alhambra owns having to provide water storage tank(s) with a total capacity of at least 13,000 gal.
d. There was no input from DOT/PAP to report with regard to the PAP application.
e. Richard Loring of RHB Signs was invited to attend the meeting by Joe Tatro for the purpose of showing the committee RHB’s sign designing and manufacturing capabilities. The committee was generally impressed with the samples and photographs that Mr. Loring presented. Both the sign to be mounted on the dormer of the building and at the street entrance were discussed. Mr. Loring will generate drawing of various design and material options with cost estimates.
f. Attention was also given to Article 15 of the town’s ordinances regarding signage. Permitting requirements will be investigated.
g. Roland Robert will investigate the amount being carried by Alhambra for the 10” high cast aluminum letters.
h. CP 003R3, concrete apron, remained on hold.
i. With the unanimous approval of a motion made by Kent Novak and seconded by Richard Holt, CP 009, +$1,014 for mechanical key pad door locks for the north and south doors was approved.
j. The door key distribution matrix has yet to be established by Chief Pomfret.
k. CP 012, service feeder pole change, remains pending Creative Environment’s review.
l. CP 013, additional fire alarm devices, remains on hold pending Creative Environment’s review.
m. CP 015, addition of 3 & 4 way switches, remains on hold pending Creative Environment’s review.
n. CP 018, service feed addition due to relocation of pole due to propane tank 50’ set-back requirement, remains on hold. Chief Pomfret to consult with experts in the field for tank location considerations. John Humble reported that he had spoken with National Grid’s engineer John Causey. Mr. Causey stated that the propane tank must be located outside an area of 50’ surrounding the poles and overhead lines.
o. With the unanimous approval of a motion made by Joe Tatro and seconded by Kent Novak, CP 019, +$932.06 for additional night light wiring was approved.
p. CP 020 for an alternate apparatus door design remained on hold.
q. CP 021 for apparatus door remote operating capability remained on hold pending Roland Roberts investigation into whether or not automatic bottom edge contact reversing and light beams are included. Chief Pomfret also asked for the door travel speed to be reviewed.
r. CP 022 for the north and south concrete walkways remained on hold pending further investigation by Roland Robert into cost and using alternative bituminous material.
s. CP 023 for additional 3 way light switch at the south door remained on hold pending input from Creative Environment.
t. CP 024 for installation of a fire pump circuit breaker at the generator remains on hold pending Creative Environment’s review.
u. With the unanimous approval of a motion made by Richard Holt and seconded by Kent Novak, CP 025, +$719.45 for vision panels included in the north and south entry doors was accepted.
v. Both John Humble and Joe Tatro have attempted to reach Lorenson Well for an update on the well certification project with no luck. Pursuit will continue.
w. With the unanimous approval of a motion made by Kent Novak and seconded by Chief Pomfret, Comolli Granite’s $200 invoice for the engraved granite cornerstone was approved.
x. Because a control joint is situated at the previously chosen location for the cornerstone, it was decided that the revised location will remain at the front of the building but 16” above the floor level and 16” from the south west corner of the building.
y. There was no further consideration given at this meeting to a phone, internal call alarm and security system. However, Roland Robert reported that the radio alarm system scheduled to be installed can either be configured to be a repeater/transmitter or a receiver/transmitter but not both. Roland Robert also stated that he has been advised that if the repeater/transmitter configuration is selected, a stand-alone Motorola unit could be purchased to receive call alarm signals and trip internal blow lights, horns, bells, etc. Chief Pomfret confirmed that the frequency range of the specified radio alarm box was compatible with Coventry Alarm Central equipment.
z. Discussion regarding furniture needs was tabled.
aa. With the unanimous approval of a motion made by Kent Novak and seconded by Richard Holt, the committee approved the reimbursement of $203.90 to Joe Tatro for expenses incurred for zoning hearing preparation.
bb. The next building committee meeting is scheduled for 4:45 p.m., 3 February, 2009 at the Summit Station.
2. For 3 February meeting
a. Review revisions to Northern Site Contractor’s site design alteration CP 002R4, now $50,235.82. CP 002R4 includes the $6,050 credit of CP 006. R4 considers elimination of a remote Siamese valve and pipe, replacement of 2 manholes with 2 clean outs, and addressing town engineer, DEM wetlands and DOT/PAP comments. No final decision has been made with regard to accommodating the flow from the east down spouts. There remains a question regarding the number of man holes needed.
b. Update status of cistern design/delivery/exploration dig.
c. Status of DOT/PAP review of response to comments?
d. CP 003R3 pending, concrete apron, $11,060.
e. Review door keying matrix with Chief Pomfret.
f. Review CP 012, +$12,350 for service feeder pole change. Creative Environment input requested.
g. Review CP 013, +$4,853 for additional fire alarm devices. Creative Environment input requested.
h. Review CP 015, +$1,806.13 for additional 3 & 4 way wall switches.
i. Review updated CP 016, $??? for five twist lock outlets in ceiling above apparatus rather than reels.
j. Review CP 018, +$6,096 for additional underground service feed due to pole relocation. Discuss propane tank location alternatives. Chief Pomfret to obtain cost estimate for 1,000 gl. Tank.
k. Review CP 020, overhead door style change, +$4.403. Roland Robert to provide door lead time.
l. Review CP 021, apparatus remote door opening devices, +$2,271. Roland Robert to investigate door reversing, light beam and door travel speed.
m. Review CP 022, +$5,484 for concrete walkways to be adjusted to bituminous. Further analysis of cost.
n. Review CP 023, +$693 for additional 3 way switch at south door. Creative Environment input requested.
o. Review CP 024, +$2,526 for installation of fire pump circuit breaker at generator. Creative Environment input requested.
p. Discuss status of well certification, water quality testing and pumping upgrade.
q. Request rough flooring for attic space pending truss installation completion.
r. Update of station signage design, availability and cost. Determine permitting requirements. Roland Robert to obtain from Alhambra the credit amount for the cast aluminum letters if WCFD provides the signage.
s. Committee to choose color of roof shingles.
t. Furniture sub committee update.
u. Landscaping and property line buffer needs TBD.
v. Review construction progress to date.
w. Review cost ledger.
x. Discuss and possibly vote upon the above and any other project related business.
y. Set date for next committee meeting.