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Mount Carmel reports water-plant repairs, carbon-clog issue and March 17 open house
Summary
City staff described multiple maintenance tasks at the water and sewer plants — including a clogged filter problem caused by carbon, pump repairs, a faulty generator starter and a failed sensor — and announced an open house with ribbon cutting at the water plant on March 17 at noon.
City officials told the Mount Carmel City Council about ongoing repairs and maintenance at the municipal water and wastewater facilities and announced a public open house and ribbon cutting set for March 17 at noon.
Why it matters: The reported issues affect treatment and distribution operations and require active maintenance to avoid service interruptions.
Details: Commissioner Meeks reported that recent work included maintenance on water wells and the sewer plant. He said "Carter pump number 2 roller bearings installed and back in service. Carter pump number 1 locked and tagged" and that staff were obtaining prices for parts. He also said the sludge-press conveyor belt is "off track," likely a slack or bearing problem, and crews are working on it.
Meeks described a recurring problem with carbon mixing that is clogging filters: staff plan to mix carbon with water prior to injection to help resolve the issue. He also reported that crews repaired several water leaks during a recent cold spell, jetted sewer lines, replaced three valves and completed 26 locates.
Another speaker noted an issue with a generator at the water plant: a new starter and two new batteries were installed but the starter was still failing and was being overnighted for replacement. That same speaker said a sensor that measures water depth failed, forcing a temporary shutdown of some systems; a spare sensor from stock was used to restore service.
Officials announced a public open house at the water plant on March 17 at noon with a ribbon cutting. The meeting transcript did not include formal council action on these maintenance items; they were reported as part of routine departmental updates.
What was not specified: Exact repair costs, vendor names for parts, and firm timelines for all outstanding repairs were not provided in the meeting record.
Next steps: Staff will continue repairs and return to the council if contractual approvals or budget amendments are needed.
