Town of Onancock September 3, 2019 7:00 p.m.  Town Council & Sewer Transmission Line Steering Committee. Joint Work Session  Callt to Orderand Roll Call:  Mayor Fosque called the meeting to order and roll was called. Mayor Fletcher Fosque and Councilmembers Robert Bloxom, Joy Marino, Catherine Krause, Ray Burger, Maphis Oswald and Matt Spuck were present. All members were present, and a quorum was established.  The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.  Work Session:  Mayor Fosque outlined the structure of the work: session. The purpose of this meeting was for Town Council to have an opportunity to give input into the Sewer Transmission Line Steering Committee's scope of work. Mayor Fosque asked council what questions they would like answered by the  committee.  Councilmember Bloxom explained that the committee's purpose is to delve into the underlying analysis of the project and that certain things will be discussed directly with Hampton Roads Sanitation District  (HRSD) and are beyond the: scope of this committee.  Councilmember Spuck asked the following questions oft the committee.  1. How would a stand-alone Water Department look for the town, should the HRSD partnershipgo 3. Would the town need to carry forward the depreciation and have it factored in the town's 4. Can we review the long debt by department in our audit as opposed to the combined view we Councilmember Oswald concurred with Councilmember Spuck'si interest in seeing the debt broken 6. What is the deciding factor for Onancock residents? Is this potential partnership a benefit to Councilmember Burger stated that he had no specific questions to ask the committee at this time but  into place? annual budget? see now?  2. How would specific capital assets remain on the town's books?  5. How will the town's long-term obligation look in the town's annual audit? down by department. Councilmember Oswald asked the following question.  Onancock residents?  also wants to see the potential benefits for Onancock residents. Mayor Fosque asked the following questions.  7. What will it take for the town, in terms of rates, to retain ownership oft the plant? 8. What are the potential policy changes at the state level that could also put additional financial Councilmember Bloxom stated the town needs to be clear on what the rates will need to bei for the  burdens on the town?  9. What are costs associated with repairs to the collection system?  coming capital expenses.  1    Counciimember Krause shared that this project has al lot of intricate elements associated withi it. Councilmember Krause stated that the bottom line is, what willi it cost our residents to turn their faucets Councilmember Marino thanked Councilmember Bloxom and the members of the Steering Committee for all the work they will be putting in to this project. Councilmember Marino highlighted one of Councilmember Bloxom's: scope of work questions which stated that the committee should check in with other localities that have recently underwent this process with HRSD. Councilmember Marino also mentioned that HRSD should start looking into climate change, how will they deal with those changes?  on?  Mayor Fosque opened up the floor for public comments.  Public Comments:  Mr.. Jeffrey Barrett, North Street, said that the residents need to see what the future rates and increases Councilmember Bloxom also explained that Town Council will need to come up with a budget for the committee so that they can hire professional consultants to review some oft the more complex questions. Councilmember Bloxom also shared that Mrs. Fiege will get committee meeting notices out Mr. Eric Dodge, Steering Committee Member, wants to understand the exact rate that HRSDi is Mr. Duke Shannahan, Steering Committee Member, asked if HRSD's $80.00 charge is seti in stone. Councilmember Oswald stated that HRSD's minimum of 6,000 gallons for $80.00 does not help those Councilmember Marino stated that the Chesapeake Bay Foundation should be involved in this project as Councilmember Spuck asked about our current staffing. Will they become HRSD employees if this Mrs. Janet Rochester, King Street, asked about the timeline for this project. Mrs. Rochestera also expressed her concern over the projects impact on the environment, with more significant water Mr. Glenn Smith, Market Street, asked that the HRSD presentation be made available on the town's website. Mr.Smith also suggested that the town hire an attorney works with municipalities to negotiate on our behalf. Councilmember Bloxom shared that this request is beyond the scope of this committee. Mayor Fosque explained that it would need to be up to council in regards to hiring an attorney. Mr. Steven. Johnsen, Ames Street, shared that the counties will probably petition the courts sometime in November and HSRD will be meeting with the Accomack and Northampton Board of Supervisors in  willl look like from both HRSD and the town.  once a schedule has been decided on.  proposing.  that aim for water conservation.  well.  partnership happens?  outflow, will shore line erosion increase?  September.  2    Adjourn:  Councilmember Bloxom made a motion to adjourn. Councilmember Krause: seconded the motion. The  motion, passed by unanimous voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 7:44 p.m. WHLIN  Fletcher  Fosque, Mayor  hg Clerk)  Lisa A  3