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Public works: Maple Canyon well start-up nears; fuel tanks and equipment sold
Summary
Staff reported that the Maple Canyon well startup and generator hook-up are imminent, and public-works crews removed and sold nine legacy fuel tanks and an old Kubota, yielding revenue and clearing space in the well-house. Staff said the generator tank installation will improve backup power for water operations.
Woodland Hills — Public-works staff reported progress on the Maple Canyon well rehabilitation and related infrastructure. Crews completed installation of a backup generator and a new 1,000-gallon tank for the generator; staff said the well startup and water testing were expected the week after the meeting.
Public-works staff (Ted and other operations staff) said the contractor had completed electrical work and fuel-line hookups for the generator and that startup tasks include flushing the system, filling and testing the tank, and running required water-quality sampling before connecting the well to distribution.
On equipment disposals, staff said they recovered and removed nine legacy fuel tanks from a city well house; contractors pumped and transferred fuel, used a crane and winches, and removed the tanks. The city sold several items at auction and to local buyers: an older Kubota sold for $48,500, the removed fuel tanks were sold (total proceeds discussed by staff), and the city recovered about 1,500 gallons of fuel that will be transferred into the new generator tank. Ted said the arrangement with the contractor that removed the tanks meant the city avoided costly removal labor while receiving proceeds from the sale.
Why it matters: Restoring the Maple Canyon well and linking it to a reliable generator improves the water system's resilience and reduces reliance on a single asset. Selling legacy tanks and surplus equipment produced one-time revenue and cleared storage space within the well house. Staff said they will test water quality after startup and would notify residents if any service impacts occur during the transition.
Ending: Public-works staff asked for patience during the short startup window and said they will post updates on social media and advise the council if quality tests require any operational changes.
