Weston committee approves 2‑year satellite leak‑detection contract; backs real‑estate fee increase for Ryan Street lift station

The Village of Weston Public Works/Utilities Committee voted Tuesday to recommend that the Village Board approve a two‑year preventive leak‑detection contract using satellite imagery and on‑the‑ground follow up, and approved an amendment to a real‑estate services agreement for the Ryan Street lift‑station project.

Committee members said the satellite service — proposed by a vendor referred to in committee materials as Astera and used by the City of Green Bay and City of Wausau — would supplement the village’s existing leak‑chase work and help prioritize main replacements. Michael (staff member, public works/engineering) summarized the proposal, telling the committee that the vendor combines satellite analysis with “boots on the ground” technicians who can then localize leaks to a smaller area for field crews to…