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Council records second reading of Lagoon 2 sludge removal award; low bid $916,510

Council of the Village of New Bremen · June 1, 2026
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Summary

Council recorded a second reading on May 26 of an ordinance to award the WWTP Lagoon 2 sludge removal project; the low bid of $916,510 from Pohlkat LLC was below the engineer's estimate of $925,000 to remove about 600 dry tons of sludge.

The Village of New Bremen council on May 26 recorded the second reading of an ordinance to award the wastewater treatment plant Lagoon 2 sludge removal contract after a May 11 bid opening.

Village Administrator Richter told council that four bids were received and the lowest bid — from Pohlkat LLC of Piqua, Ohio — was $916,510. Richter said the project involves removal of about 600 dry tons of sludge; the engineer's estimate was $925,000.

The council recorded Ordinance 2026‑05‑08 for a second reading to award the WWTP Lagoon 2 Sludge Removal contract. The minutes do not record a final vote or award being adopted at this session; the item was presented for council consideration and remains at second reading per the record.

Council did not discuss contract terms in detail during the recorded minutes.