Where it stands as of Tue, Jul 7
The proposed intermunicipal agreement to convey MWRA water to Hopkinton is under review after negotiations resumed. Before contract terms can be finalized, Hopkinton must secure state approvals, Southborough must conduct an independent engineering review, and the Zoning Board of Appeals must review plans for a taller replacement water tank on Oak Hill Road. The Select Board plans to take up a vote to appoint special counsel to negotiate the agreement due to town counsel representing both municipalities.
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Hopkinton water connection intermunicipal agreement status
Officials received an update on the proposed intermunicipal agreement to convey MWRA water through Southborough's distribution network to the town of Hopkinton. Negotiations have resumed after stalling in 2023, but Hopkinton requires state approvals, and Southborough must engage an independent engineering firm for design peer review and appoint special counsel due to town counsel representing both municipalities.
- The agreement contemplates Hopkinton reimbursing Southborough for pumping and maintenance costs plus a $1 million payment for local water projects.
- Hopkinton will fund curb-to-curb street repaving where roadways are opened for main installation.
- Engineering includes replacing the 1930s Oak Hill Road water tank with a taller tank, requiring Zoning Board of Appeals approval.
- Town counsel represents both towns, requiring Southborough to hire special municipal counsel to negotiate the final contract terms.
Outcome: Update provided; the board will bring forward a vote to appoint special counsel at a future meeting.