Oakley reports wastewater improvement after diner grease-trap fix; SCADA and telemetry problems persist

Aug 12, 2026

City staff reported a grease-trap replacement at the Oakley Diner eliminated an unknown bypass and yielded "significant improvements" at the wastewater treatment plant; the mayor also reported recurring SCADA/telemetry power and server issues that are disrupting automation of water valves and that SKM will replace the wastewater server.

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Mayor Steve Wilmoth told the council the City coordinated with Steve Smith and Shad Sorensen to replace the Oakley Diner's grease-trap system after staff discovered an unknown bypass. Public Works, with assistance from TyCon, replaced the system and the city has observed "significant improvements at the Wastewater treatment plant." The minutes indicate the bypass was eliminated as part of the repair.

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