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Wastewater chemical costs spike — DPW cites 230% methanol increase — officials weigh alternatives
Summary
DPW told council that costs for key wastewater-treatment chemicals such as methanol have risen sharply, with methanol costs up about 230%, driving a multi‑million-dollar increase in operating costs for wastewater treatment.
Councilwoman Porter asked DPW to explain a 6% increase in chemical supplies in Service 673 for wastewater management.
Michael Holman, deputy bureau head for water and wastewater, said several chemicals used in treatment have experienced steep price increases since the COVID-19 pandemic and cited methanol as a major driver. "Our methanol is used as a carbon source for our…
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