Staff report: construction projects, hydro updates and IT integration noted

Jul 28, 2026

Staff reports covered multiple ongoing construction projects (Southeast Brainerd reconstruction, Right & 10th Street punchlist, galvanized service replacements), onboarding new operators, hydro generation cost analysis and imminent IT integration work with brief Q&A from commissioners.

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Public works and utility staff summarized routine updates and capital activity across the city. Paul (Public Works) reported the Southeast Brainerd Reconstruction project had started with temporary water in place and that water main and sanitary sewer construction would begin later in the week; Right & 10th Street is in substantial completion with a final walkthrough scheduled for Aug. 5. Staff also noted galvanized service line replacements are underway.

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