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Infrastructure Committee
Minutes
February 11, 2014
ATTENDEES
Councilors:
Gibran Graham Pauline Civiello Joshua Plourde
Joseph Baldacci Patricia Blanchette
Staff:
Dana Wardwell Art Morgan Brad Moore
Others:
Jim Dunning, Casella Waste
Agenda
1.Update: Sewer Abatement Report
Brad updated the Committee on the quarterly report, which was to date in December. He noted the
legend had been revised to reflect the initials “P”, “PM”, “V”, & “IU”. The following letter represent:
P for pool, PM for plumbing malfunction, V for vandalism, and IU for intentional use.
Vote: Unanimous, motion made and seconded to accept Sewer Abatement Report
2.Update: Promotional Efforts by Pine Tree Waste in Advance of Single Stream Implementation
Dana provided a brief summary of the single stream program and was requesting a revision to the
ordinance to reflect changes and inclusions of:
o Residential units already having solid waste collection would have single stream collection
o The drop off facility would be used for other residents and for commercial use
o Recycling would be placed in clear plastic bags
o Existing blue bins would continue to be used, but must consider if they will still offer blue bins
as they do not have a cover and are too small.
o The use of covered recycling containers
o Corrugated materials would be placed with other recycling in a manner so the wind or traffic
would not relocate them, preferably under the other recycling.
o Recycling stickers would be provided
o Bi-weekly collection, same day pick up with regular rubbish collection
o Curbside/drop off location would be of no charge to residents.
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Councilor Civiello asked if there were additional blue bins or if they would have to purchase. Dana
responded they had about 150 left over bins to offer. Councilor Blanchette stated she did not want hers
and perhaps she could provide it so someone else may use it.
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3.Discussion: Single Stream Recycling Implementation
Dana introduced Jim Dunning with Casella Waste. Dana stated the indented start date would be July 7,
2014 and provided the following schedule of dates and events of public education outreach:
o April 7, 2014: General information release on webpage, social media & public access TV
o April 7, 2014: Flyers available at various city departments frequented by residents
o April 14, 2014: Council Arbor Day Proclamation------Save a tree!
o May 7, 2014: Refresh the general information release on webpage, social media & public access
TV
o May 14, 2014: Begin Community Connector advertisement
o May 14, 2014: Media release
o June 7, 2014: Refresh the general information release on webpage, social media & public access
TV
o June 7, 2014: Collection schedule magnet mailing
o June 10, 2014: Promotion during election
o June 15, 2014: Ad in Bangor High School graduation program
o June 18, 2014: Last day of school take home flyer
o July 3, 2014: Weekly insert
o July 7, 2014: Single Stream Recycling Implementation
Councilor Plourde stated it was a comprehensive plan and suggested contacting Bangor Hydro Electric
Company to request inserts be mailed with bills.
Councilor Graham asked if the service would be provided to apartment buildings. Dana responded
apartment buildings with four or less units they would provide collection. Five units or more would was
the responsibility of the owner, but the drop off location was an option.
Jim Dunning explained they tried to stay with strategic opportunities to maximize the value and
minimize the expense regarding public outreach. The most effective investment would be the magnetic
calendars that also list the items accepted.
Councilor Baldacci suggested contacting the news media and radio stations. They could save the clips
and post to the social media sites. Councilor Graham commented on children’s involvement as a tool
for educating the public. Jim stated utilizing schools was very effective and they have an upcoming
event with the Old Town schools in the near future.
One additional item mentioned was the relocation of the drop off location to the northwest corner of the
Public Works Department property. The existing building would be potentially utilized for the storage
of equipment by the Connector, Sewer Dept., and Public Works.
Vote: Unanimous, motion was made and seconded to except the recommendation to send this to
Council for First Reading.
4.Agreement with Maine DOT, Construction Over-limit Permit and Bonding – #016681.00 Union
Street Bridge & #019256.00, Exit 184 Ramp
(Council Order, Council Action, and Agreement Attached)
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Art Morgan the request was to comply with state regulations and allow over limit vehicles on local roads
for in conjunction with the upcoming Union Street bridge project. This agreement would protect the
City from liability.
Vote: Unanimous, moved and seconded to enter into the agreement with MDOT.
5.Acceptance: Kittredge Road Relocation Right-of-Way
(Council Order, Council Action, and Location Map Attached)
Art stated in 2013 MDOT provided funds for the construction of a new permanent relocation of
Kittredge Road, which was constructed and City Staff inspected. Notices were posted in three locations
and abutters were notified of the City’s intent to accept the portion of Kittredge Road as a City Right-
Of-Way.
Vote: Unanimous, moved and seconded to accept Kittredge Road Relocation Right-Of-Way.
Meeting adjourned at approximately 6:00 p.m.
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