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La Conner told $20 million wastewater plant upgrade likely; council approves emergency motor funding
Summary
A draft report from Wilson Engineering estimates roughly $20 million for a wastewater plant project serving La Conner and Monomish; staff warned sewer rates could rise substantially and asked the council to reallocate funds to replace a failing motor and begin phased SCADA work, actions the council approved.
Town staff told the council that a consultant's draft report estimates a combined wastewater treatment plant for the town and Monomish at about $20 million and that, even with grant-seeking, rate increases are likely.
"They put together the draft report," Town Manager Scott said. "...the empty yard plant that would serve both the town and the Monomish is right at about $20,000,000." He said the town expects to pursue grant funding but that the utility's rate…
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