Well, I have posted it here before and other places but highway and particularly dave smart does not wish to listen and he does not really know what he is talking about. You do not need computerized equipment to drop salt. The amount of salt dropped depends on things such as gate opening and the like. The environment issue is their, and on route 2 and other state roads, much of that damage is driven by the public wanting to be able to drive 80 no matter what. The state has a rate of 240 lbs per lane mile as a base of usage and spread rate, but the higher-ups then come out and tell the pits, "make the roads black and wet" which is driven by calls from state police because of accidents and or calls from people, especially closer to Boston. There are very environmental friendly options out there. The point of the previous post is two fold, sand is not the cheapest option and brand new trucks do not equal good roads nor are they required to obtain desired effect.



The key to salt is how much is used, as in how heavy it is put down. Also, if you put it down and then plow right away, the salt does end up on the side of the road where it does no good.

I see the same old response from dave smart when ever something new is suggested, especially by me. Perhaps it is time for a demonstration of action. If dave wants cost analysis, perhaps it is time to show it, very simple, like dave smart.

First thing to do is contact the three area citis/towns who have begun using straight salt and ask if they also had to buy computerized equipment to put salt down on the roads.

On a different front, while Templeton is meeting with Winchendon DPW, perhaps find out the cost of paying for basin cleaning versus owning the equipment to do it yourself.

I understand a new hire at Templeton highway has quit.

I see the selectmen posted an executive session for litigation at their "retreat". Word around town is a member of the Templeton Conservation committee has been accused of some sort of sexual harassment, and I believe this makes three law suits now facing selectmen. Perhaps there are more, time will tell.

I am still waiting for the AG to come calling and tell me I must resign from the Advisory Committee. Speaking of which, where were you davey? One citizen showed up with some questions and concerns and we had a good discussion.