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Water utilities director to retire; report shows 15.8% system water loss and pump failure
Summary
Water utilities director Doug Sweary presented the utilities' Jan-Nov 2025 report, announced his retirement after 30 years and the appointment of Zach Courts as interim director; the report noted a 15.8% water loss rate, an R-03 pump failure that may require RO membrane work and a wastewater-plant violation tied to an industrial discharge with a $23,500 fine.
Doug Sweary delivered the City of Ballyganwater utilities annual report during the Dec. 8 council meeting and announced he has submitted his retirement notice after roughly 30 years with the city. City staff said Zach Courts will serve as interim utilities director while the city determines next steps.
Sweary summarized system activity from January through November 2025, reporting hundreds of millions of gallons treated and…
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