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The Board of Health discussed extending alternative septic system requirements to the Hummock Pond watershed and Wellhead Protection District, while adding clearer hardship and financial assistance provisions. Staff reported that wastewater causes 65% of total nitrogen loading to the Hummock Pond watershed, which has a recommended 62% reduction target; no regulation amendments were adopted.
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The proposed rules are intended to reduce nitrogen pollution and protect drinking water, but residents raised concerns that systems costing $85,000–$100,000 or more could be unaffordable for year-round households. The Select Board recommended hardship waivers, expanded septic loans, maintenance assistance, and incentives for year-round deed restrictions. Staff were encouraged to revise the draft with those issues, obtain town counsel review, and return the proposal to the boards for further consideration.
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