Board of Public Works approves sewer flow increase for Martin Street
Essex Board of Public Works unanimously approves sewer capacity increase for Martin Street renovation. Chairman Nick Ellis and Commissioner Dexter Doane supported the sewer flow increase for 113 Martin Street, where the owner is converting kitchen space to bedroom. Board staff reported ongoing work
Board of Public Works · Meeting of February 2, 2026
Essex Board of Public Works unanimously approves sewer capacity increase for Martin Street renovation. Chairman Nick Ellis and Commissioner Dexter Doane supported the sewer flow increase for 113 Martin Street, where the owner is converting kitchen space to bedroom. Board staff reported ongoing work to address sanitary sewer overflow issues at the town's pump station, with quotes being obtained for repairs.
Testing is underway on arsenic levels discovered in water treatment sludge; preliminary results indicate the contaminant is being removed during the treatment process. The board is also recruiting a superintendent while considering revisions to the job description.
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Source: the Board of Public Works meeting of February 2, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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