Town Administrator Bridges said the state now lets towns use the funds for road repairs or a snow and ice deficit. Spencer already funded its deficit at Town Meeting, so the Board could use the money immediately for roads or place it in a special revenue account for a future Town Meeting.
Members discussed the Town's road needs, a Chapter 90 balance of about $2.1 million and the pavement condition survey used to prioritize work. They also discussed deteriorating National Grid trench work on Main Street and asked for renewed follow-up with National Grid.
Other uses mentioned included previously authorized vehicles contingent on the Meadow Road cleanup, but the Board agreed roads were best.