Camp Verde council approves financing and contract authorization for wastewater solar project
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The Town Council approved financing and contract-authority resolutions to install a ground-mounted solar array at the wastewater treatment plant, with one councilor dissenting; staff said grant funding and a no-upfront-cost structure make the project a long-term investment.
The Camp Verde Town Council on Dec. 17 approved two resolutions to finance and advance a ground-mounted solar generation project at the Town’s Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Town Manager Miranda Fisher and Finance Director Michael Showers presented the proposal, and SiteLogIQ General Manager Steve Frost described anticipated long-term cost savings and a funding approach that would require no upfront cost from the Town. The council voted 6-1 to approve Resolution 2025-1200 (authorizing finance services with D.A. Davidson & Co.) and Resolution 2025-1201 (authorizing staff to negotiate a contract with SiteLogIQ). Councilor Jessie Murdock cast the lone dissenting vote.
Why it matters: Officials said the project will reduce the Town’s electricity expenses over time and that available grant funding and financing options make the investment feasible without an immediate capital outlay. Finance Director Michael Showers outlined grant timelines and the project’s role in long-term capital planning.
Council discussion and next steps: Town staff and SiteLogIQ fielded council questions about costs, financing structure and implementation. The approvals authorize the town manager to move forward with financing arrangements and negotiate contract terms with SiteLogIQ in coordination with the Town Attorney; the council did not adopt a construction contract at the meeting. The project’s financing will proceed through D.A. Davidson & Co. per the approved resolution.
The council took the vote after a presentation and discussion; staff did not provide final construction timelines at the meeting and said grants and contract negotiations will shape the implementation schedule.