Monson Water and Sewer Commission declines seasonal sewer abatement request. The commission concluded that vacancy does not qualify for reduced sewer charges and approved a property owner's request to discharge water treatment systems into the municipal sanitary sewer. Superintendent Craig Jalbert
Water & Sewer Commission reorganizes, retaining Harris as Chair while electing Ortiz and Szwed to new posts. The three commissioners unanimously approved the annual reorganization, with Marshall L. Harris retained as Chairman, Gilberto Ortiz elected Vice Chairman, and Michael T. Szwed elected
Water Commission rejects Finance Committee stipend recommendation. The Monson Water and Sewer Commission objected to a Finance Committee recommendation that elected officials give up their annual stipends, stating the $3,156 compensation is already factored into approved budgets and rates.
Water & Sewer Commission approves FY2027 rate increases effective April 1. Superintendent Craig Jalbert and the Commission, led by Chairman Marshall L. Harris, voted unanimously to raise the water consumption rate from $7.30 to $7.60 per 1,000 gallons and restructure water service fees including
Monson Water & Sewer Commission approves emergency funding for failed Palmer Road pump. The Commission voted unanimously to seek $37,000 at the May Special Town Meeting, $18,800 for a new 75-horsepower submersible pump and motor, and $18,060 for well cleaning and rehabilitation, with funding to
Monson Water & Sewer Commission greenlights preliminary budgets with small rate increases. The water rate will rise from $7.30 to $7.50 per 1,000 gallons and the sewer flat rate from $131.50 to $134.00 per quarter, reflecting increases in wages, utilities, and operating expenses, Superintendent
Water Commission shuts down Ellis Mills fire system over major leak. The system at 288 Main Street has leaked an estimated 40,000 gallons per day, with the owner billed since July at a lower rate and the balance unpaid; Deputy Superintendent William L. Brault will notify the owner, Fire Chief, and
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