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Town weighs Aerzen blower contract options for wastewater plant; lead-service inventory contractor withdraws
Summary
Commissioners reviewed a $13,500 three-year maintenance quote for Aerzen blowers and a $43,900 advanced-exchange option that would supply a temporary blower during repairs; WWTP operators recommended the advanced-exchange option. Separately, the lead-service-line inventory subcontractor withdrew and staff are seeking replacements or a possible waiver.
Commissioners reviewed options for maintaining the wastewater treatment plant’s Aerzen main blowers and heard staff note that the plant’s three-year maintenance contract had lapsed after the last preventative maintenance in December 2022.
Staff presented two options: a three-year maintenance contract quoted at $13,500, and an advanced-exchange package quoted at $43,900, which would include a temporary blower to be installed if the town’s blower needed repair or replacement. WWTP operators told commissioners they believed the advanced-exchange option was preferable because blowers are critical equipment at the plant. No final decision was made; commissioners deferred action until President Hardee returns to the council.
Separately, the lead service line inventory project lost a subcontractor for Rauch; staff reported outreach to six firms with no current interest and said they would continue looking for a replacement or consider requesting a waiver due to the short project timeframe.
The minutes record these as updates; the commission did not vote on either blower contract or a waiver during the meeting.
