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Water department lays out SCADA upgrade, deep well plan and phased lead‑service replacement strategy
Summary
Water staff proposed a 3% water rate increase and outlined a $1.345M SCADA replacement, a proposed $6.5M deep well to reduce PFAS/PFOS risks, and a multi‑phase lead service line replacement program estimated at ~$60M to meet tightened Lead & Copper Rule deadlines.
The Dubuque Water Department presented its FY2027 budget on April 7 and asked the council to support a proposed 3% rate increase to cover operating and capital needs while advancing regulatory compliance and long‑term supply resilience.
Director Chris Lester told the council the department operates 24/7 with 27 employees and manages roughly 333 miles of distribution mains and more than 24,000 customers. Key near‑term investments begin with a SCADA replacement at the Eagle Point Water Treatment Plant: the $1.345 million contract awarded to…
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