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Chair presents $47,232 sewer‑inspection contract; council approves
Summary
The council approved a $47,232 contract for citywide sewer‑line and manhole inspections, with staff saying regular inspections have reduced insurance costs. Council asked that the expense be included in next year’s sewer fund budget.
The Mount Pleasant City Council approved a $47,232 requisition to inspect sewer lines and manholes, citing lower insurance costs and earlier detection of problems.
Chair said the inspection program has helped reduce the city’s insurance rates because the city has avoided sewer incidents, and described the work as an annual professional service. A council member asked whether the expense was already in the current budget; staff said it will be charged to sewer professional services and recommended the city include it in next year’s budget.
A council member moved to approve requisition 022605 and another council member seconded. The motion passed on roll call.
The council directed staff to ensure the inspection line item is reflected in next year’s budget and to continue using periodic inspection to manage long‑term maintenance costs. No contract vendor alternatives were discussed during the meeting. The council’s action authorizes staff to proceed with the inspection work and associated budget adjustments.
