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REGULAR BOARD MEETING TOWN HALL MAY 6, 2026 7:30 P.M. WHEREAS, the Phase IA proposal includes environmental and historical research, site file review, field reconnaissance, archaeological sensitivity assessment, and preparation of a report for submission to NYSOPRHP, the Town, and CPL, at a cost of $4,795.00; WHEREAS, the Phase IB proposal includes subsurface field investigation, including shovel test pits, artifact processing and analysis, site documentation, and preparation of a report for submission to NYSOPRHP, the Town, and CPL, at a base cost of $2,395.00 plus $25.00 per shovel test pit, with total cost dependent upon field conditions; WHEREAS, a competing proposal was received from Chronicle Heritage at a significantly higher cost; and WHEREAS, CPL has recommended the retention of Deuel Archaeology & Cultural Resource Management based upon its qualifications, experience, and cost-effectiveness; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Boston hereby authorizes the Town Supervisor to accept the proposals of Deuel Archaeology & Cultural Resource Management dated April 10, 2026, for Phase IA and Phase IB archaeological services for the Water System Improvements Phase 2 project; and be it further RESOLVED, that the total cost for Phase IA services shall not exceed $4,795.00, and the cost for Phase IB services shall consist of a base fee of $2,395.00 plus $25.00 per shovel test pit, as required; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Town Supervisor is authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the foregoing. Supervisor Keding Yes Councilwoman Martin Yes Councilman Penders Yes Councilwoman Selby Yes Councilman Stephan Yes five (5) Yes Carried A motion was made by Supervisor Keding and was seconded by Councilwoman Martin, RESOLUTION 2026 - 40 CLASSIFYING BOSTON WATER IMPROVEMENT PHASE 2 IN THE TOWN OF BOSTON AS A TYPE I ACTION, ESTABLISHING LEAD AGENCY AND DETERMINING THE SIGNIFICANCE OF SUCH ACTION, AND DIRECTING THAT THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION BE PUBLISHED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SEQRA WHEREAS, the Town Board of Boston, New York is considering the financing and construction of improvements for Boston Water District 1, Boston Water District 2. The project will include the installation and replacement of approximately 31,886 linear feet of 8, 10, and 12-inch water main (the “project”). These improvements will take place along portions of Boston State Road (County Road 227), Back Creek Road (County Road 438), Boston Colden Road (County Road 222), Cole Road (CR 442), Old Orchard Drive, and Lango Road to serve residential properties and commercial properties. Additionally, a new water main will be installed along Cole Road and Boston Colden Road to provide a second water source for the Town water system. Currently, the Town’s water supply is provided by the Erie County Water Authority; however, the existing infrastructure experiences frequent water