Veolia's Vinny Resigns as Wastewater Manager; Dennis Flores Takes Over

The Water and Sewer Commissioners Meeting held on May 14, 2025, in Charlton, Worcester County, focused on operational updates and personnel changes within the water management team.

During the meeting, it was reported that the installation of conduits for pump wiring was delayed due to frozen ground conditions. Plans are in place to address this issue in the upcoming spring. Additionally, the team successfully transported nine loads of sludge to Cranston for disposal and received four totes of sodium hydroxide for operational needs. There were two service calls related to grinder pumps, with repairs made at 58 Vine Street and 125 Sunset Drive.

A significant announcement was made regarding personnel changes, as the representative from Veolia, who has been managing operations, announced his resignation. He confirmed that he has been training his replacement, Dennis Flores, who brings experience from managing the Lynn wastewater facility and previous work in Holyoke. The outgoing representative expressed confidence in Flores's capabilities and indicated he would support him in future meetings.

The meeting concluded with appreciation for the outgoing representative's contributions and anticipation for the new leadership in the water management team.