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Delafield officials warn against flushing wipes after costly wastewater maintenance
Summary
City officials reported significant, unforeseen maintenance at the Delafield wastewater treatment facility caused by so-called flushable wipes and other non-toilet items. The mayor said the problem led to shutting down a digester and will cost the city several hundred thousand dollars; staff will report back with a detailed cost summary.
City of Delafield officials urged residents on Feb. 17 not to flush wipes and other non‑toilet items after an unexpected maintenance issue at the municipal wastewater treatment facility caused major clogging.
A council member reporting from the Public Works…
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