Board defers mercury-switch controller replacement pending well inspection

May 13, 2026

Trustees deferred action on two quotes to replace mercury switches in pump house controllers — one basic and one SCADA-ready — and agreed to wait for results of a scheduled well inspection before proceeding.

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Director of Public Works Keith Leitzinger presented two quotes for replacing mercury switches in pump house controllers: a basic functional replacement from B&M Electric, and a Pilling quote configured for SCADA integration and telemetry readiness. Delta 3 Engineering advised full SCADA capability at water sites could cost an additional $25,000–$50,000 per site.

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