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Consultant presents plan and cost estimates for Hanska backup well; Zion Lutheran approves easement
Summary
Bolten & Menk reported that an easement for a new backup well was approved by Zion Lutheran Church council; the firm estimated $125,000 for drilling and $50,000 for engineering and said possible grant funds could reimburse the city. Council discussion noted the water tower and treatment plant timeline is 18–24 months behind due to USDA staffing shortages.
At the Dec. 9 meeting, the Hanska City Council received a Bolten & Menk update on plans for drilling a new municipal well and related easement activity.
The consultant reported that an easement for the new well drilling was presented to the Zion Lutheran Church council and approved. Bolten & Menk provided cost estimates of approximately $125,000 for well drilling and $50,000 for engineering work; the firm said possible grant funds could partially or fully reimburse the city for those expenses. Council materials indicate the well will be used as a backup when the new water tower and treatment plant are completed.
Public Works reported preparatory steps in advance of well work, including removing six trees at the ballpark and one tree by the water tower to accommodate drilling access. Public Works also said the city has begun flooding the ice rink gradually to avoid placing extra strain on the backup well.
During council comments, Larson asked about the timeline for grant funding for the water tower and treatment facility; the council noted the schedule is approximately 18–24 months behind due to staff shortages at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The minutes do not provide exact grant program names, application status, nor a detailed project schedule beyond the consultant’s cost estimates and the general timing comment.
Next steps recorded in the minutes include proceeding with easement paperwork and continuing preparatory public‑works activities; the council also approved changing meeting dates to accommodate the new clerk’s schedule.
