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Council approves $559,500 equipment purchase and nearly $1 million in inland base change orders for wastewater facility upgrades

Sussex County Council · September 16, 2025
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Summary

Council approved a $559,500 purchase order for a new conveyor and dewatering auger, a $298,000 aeration blower package, and change orders totaling up to $941,000 (two items: $841,000 and $100,000) for Inland Base phase 2 wastewater work.

County engineering staff told council that aging grid removal and dewatering equipment at the Inland Base wastewater facility — installed in 2008 and now roughly 17 years old — has led to grit accumulation and operational problems. "We looked at two tiers," said Mister Medlock, presenting options ranging from parts replacement to buying a complete new unit with warranty. He recommended…

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