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Council discusses wastewater plant problems after July 2 storms
Summary
Councilors reported pump overheating, control-panel trouble, creek debris and culvert blockages at the wastewater treatment plant following heavy rains on July 2, 2026, and asked staff to develop a plan; fencing discussion was deferred.
The council discussed operational problems at the Walker Waste Water Treatment Plant caused by excessive rains on July 2, 2026. Reported issues include high-water pumps overheating, malfunctions with a control panel, creek debris that is trapping water, culverts that need cleaning and problematic surface runoff.
Councilors agreed to address issues as resources allow and asked staff to develop a plan; discussion of fencing at the plant was moved to a future agenda so efforts can focus on urgent operational repairs. No specific repair contracts or dollar amounts were approved at the July 13 meeting.
