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Village seeks $550,000 task order for Phase 6 well rehab and $96,816 for hydrogeologic oversight
Summary
Staff requested authorization for Florida Design Drilling to rehab three wells in Phase 6 of the wellfield program (up to $550,000 including a $40,000 contingency) and for JLA Geosciences to provide hydrogeologic consulting at $96,816 for on‑site oversight to protect wells and ensure compliance.
At the agenda‑review, utility staff explained the village operates 18 surficial wells that provide raw water and routinely conducts proactive rehabilitation. For Phase 6, staff proposed a task order to Florida Design Drilling for up to $550,000 (including an approximately $40,000 owner‑controlled contingency) to rehabilitate three wells, employing techniques such as acidization, brushing/swabbing, video inspections and well development.
Staff also sought authorization for JLA Geosciences to provide hydrogeologic consulting and on‑site oversight for $96,816, citing the need for a professional geologist to protect the wells during rehabilitation and to provide certified recommendations. Council members asked questions about operation costs and the necessity of ongoing investment; staff emphasized that wellfield maintenance is standard practice to preserve water supply reliability.
No vote was taken at agenda review; staff said both task orders will be presented at the upcoming council meeting for formal authorization.
