Authority approves force‑main flushing upgrade, contingent pump purchase and repairs at lift stations

The Hobart City Redevelopment Authority approved several operations and maintenance items intended to reduce odors and improve reliability at lift stations and force mains.

Operations staff presented a vendor quote to add a programming interface and HMI screens so staff can schedule and vary flushing runs for the 30‑inch force main; staff characterized the work as a one‑time programming and hardware update to allow remote adjustments and more frequent late‑night flushes. The quoted one‑time cost for the force‑main flushing program was presented in the meeting material and the board approved the modification and associated expenditure.

Separately, staff requested authority to purchase a replacement sampler booster pump (quote approximately $3,781). The board approved the purchase contingent on confirmation of an appropriate warranty period. Staff also described two quotes to repair or replace an awning at the main lift station damaged by storms; the board approved repair/replacement not to exceed $1,979 so staff can proceed with restoration.

Staff said the preventive-maintenance program from Roadtorque appears comprehensive but asked for revised terms and possible multi‑year pricing; the board tabled acceptance of the preventive‑maintenance program pending further review and clarification of warranty and start dates.

Next steps: staff will confirm warranty terms for the sampler purchase, schedule the force‑main upgrade, proceed with the awning repairs within the approved not‑to‑exceed amount, and return with revised maintenance program terms.