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Reynolds public works outlines four‑phase water system plan after USDA submission
Summary
Public Works Director Scott Jones told the council the city has submitted materials to the USDA to bid a multi‑phase water project. Phases include pipe replacement, conversion to radio meters, a second water tower and eventual replacement of the old water plant.
Public Works Director Scott Jones told the Reynolds City Council on Feb. 17 that the city has submitted documentation to the U.S. Department of Agriculture to initiate bidding for a multi‑phase water system project.
Jones described the plan as four phases: Phase 1 will replace water distribution pipes; Phase 2 will replace all customer meters and install radio read meters; Phase 3 would add a second water tower; and Phase 4 would replace the aging water plant. The council record does not include project cost estimates, grant or loan details, or a construction timeline.
Jones also reported a sinkhole and a water leak on Morris Street that require attention; the minutes note the issue was brought to the council’s attention but do not list a repair schedule or funding source. The council has submitted project materials to USDA for bidding, indicating the city is pursuing external funding or loan/grant procurement through that agency.
The council did not take a recorded vote on the water project at the Feb. 17 meeting; next steps appear to be administrative follow‑up and formal procurement actions led by Public Works and the City Clerk.
