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Authority funds a septic-elimination cost study, tables a sump-pump program
Summary
The board approved task order #12 to evaluate costs and program design for septic-system elimination and discussed a proposed sump-pump connection program to reduce inflow and infiltration (I&I); the sump-pump program was tabled pending further tailoring.
The redevelopment authority approved task order #12 to study and evaluate costs and program options for septic-system elimination and homeowner transitions to sewer service. Staff explained the task order will gather contractor estimates, examine a range of scenarios and recommend reimbursement or subsidy models; the transcript recorded a maximum amount in the packet ($91,391.00) for the evaluation task.
Board members then discussed a proposed sump-pump connection / disconnection program meant to reduce inflow and infiltration (I&I) during rain events. Consultants explained the scope would include policy development, detection methods (smoke testing, camera inspection, house-by-house checks), guidance for where sump pumps should discharge and public education materials. The board debated incentive structures versus enforcement (carrots vs. hammers), the difficulty of locating perimeter drains or tile ties, and techniques to target areas for action. Because the program scope is broad and methods vary by neighborhood, members asked staff and the consultant to tailor the draft and return with a refined proposal; the board voted to table formal adoption and requested more localized input.
