Building committee postpones solar project to spring 2027
Permanent Building Committee postpones Hardy and Hunnewell solar project to spring 2027. Vice Chair Thomas Goemaat presided as Chair Michael Tauer was absent. Design and Construction Manager Steve Gagosian discussed challenges with solar panel domestic content requirements and the town's decision
Permanent Building Committee · Meeting of June 25, 2026
WELLESLEY — Permanent Building Committee postpones Hardy and Hunnewell solar project to spring 2027. Vice Chair Thomas Goemaat presided as Chair Michael Tauer was absent. Design and Construction Manager Steve Gagosian discussed challenges with solar panel domestic content requirements and the town's decision to hire a tax consultant to navigate federal tax credit rules.
A $1 million grant could recover 40-65% of hard costs, with installation now planned for April or May 2027. The DPW RDF Administration Building project continues advancing with roof insulation panels installation underway. The committee unanimously approved invoices totaling $145,140.55.
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Source: the Permanent Building Committee meeting of June 25, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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