Ryan Curtis, left, is shown with Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District Board President Jim Boone, and the plaque he received, recognizing his 25 years of service to the district. Photo by Deb Patterson.

By Deb Patterson
InkFreeNews

CROMWELL — Ryan Curtis was recognized at the Turkey Creek Regional Sewer District meeting Monday, May 16, for his years of service with the district. “He’s been here 25 years. It has to be a milestone … dedicated to the district is a lot of work.”

Tim Woodward, district superintendent, said Curtis started in 1997 and is the only guy with three certifications on the department, he has been in charge of several projects, did all the lab work for one year and much more. “He’s the kind of guy, whatever you need, he’ll get it done … never complained about his job … he’s been loyal to me. He’s a guy we’re glad to have here. He’s done every job we’ve had. He’s been loyal and it’s a win-win for the district.”

Curtis, an Army veteran, was presented a plaque recognizing his years of service.

During the business meeting, a quote for the Vawter Park sewer extension project was accepted from Niblock in the amount of $115,457. John Magsam, Jones & Henry, reported the quote was close to the estimate. Since it was under the state-required amount for bids, the board accepted the quote. The contract will be drawn up and the work can begin.

Niblock was also the only company who provided a quote on running the system under CSX near the plant. However, that quote was over the $150,000 quote limit. Magsam will take a look and see what changes can be made to the specifications, potentially going with a different type of pipe. “There are other options to look at. The design will not change,” Magsam stated.

Anthony Carrier, engineer representative, reported the crews have installed 37 taps on the Eastshore Drive project. He stated the contractors should be done by the end of the month, including the first layer of paving.

Woodward noted letters listing 24 different contractors have been sent to residents of the Eastshore/Northshore and Vawter Park projects. It has been noted once the project is completed, residents have 180 days to tap into the system. Woodward noted they will be paying a bill whether they are connected or not.

The board was updated on a situation that occurred on the existing Vawter Park Line, where a contractor damaged a grinder pump and pit. Stones had also entered into the system. Conversations have been held with the insurance company and they were also put on notice that additional damage caused by the contractor may not be known until midsummer and could reach five digits for replacement and repair.

TCRSD board’s next meeting will be at 7 p.m. Monday, June 20, at the district’s office.