Committee approves code update clarifying wastewater treatment commission’s reporting and limits

Mar 4, 2026

The Legislative Committee voted 3-0 to approve an ordinance change to Chapter 2 that documents current practice for the wastewater treatment commission, clarifies which actions must come to the council, and preserves budget and HR review channels.

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Alderperson Palm Quest, chair of the Public Works Committee, introduced an ordinance revision to Chapter 2 of the municipal code to codify how the wastewater treatment commission reports to the common council and what responsibilities it carries. "There was a little confusion on what they did, when they did it, how they did it," Palm Quest said, explaining the packet includes a revised draft to match current practice.

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