Sludge study and screw press at South Plant
Summary
An extra $108,000 of engineering work will finish the sludge study and design the pad for a new screw press; a commissioner pushed on the slow timeline, with completion eyed for early 2027.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
$108,000 amendment on top of prior study work.
Residents via improved wastewater plant performance and compliance.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Commission - Sep 15, 2026
The South Wastewater Treatment Plant hit 72% capacity this month — higher than its usual 60-65% — and the mayor called it concerning since most new subdivisions flow to that plant. Inframark will track whether it stays elevated and bring a formal plan if it does.
City Commission - Sep 1, 2026
Two projects at the North and South wastewater plants were closed out: a $6,536 change order for blower damage and a $263,940 final payment for baffle rotor replacement.
City Commission - Jul 21, 2026
An extra $108,000 of engineering work will finish the sludge study and design the pad for a new screw press; a commissioner pushed on the slow timeline, with completion eyed for early 2027.
City Commission - Mar 4, 2026
A $127,000 contract will replace deteriorated 18- and 24-inch elbows at the South Wastewater Treatment Plant, keeping the plant running reliably.
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