The Public Facilities Committee approved a $297,400 appropriation from sewer-fund surplus to fund design and bidding for three pump stations in phase three of the city's multiyear pump station rehabilitation program.

Commissioner Sullivan told the committee the work covers critical upgrades at three stations identified in a recent condition assessment — pumps and motors, end-of-life emergency generators, hatches and roofing, and electrical and controls — and will produce bid-ready construction documents. "The total cost for this phase is $297,400," Sullivan said, and she estimated design and bidding would take approximately six months.

Councilor Leary moved approval and the committee voted in favor by voice. Sullivan said completing design positions the city to solicit construction bids and expect construction to follow in the next budget cycle once funds are appropriated. No opposition or abstentions were recorded.