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City staff prioritizes East Harbor 18-inch waterline; feasibility study will determine fate of aging Blue Tank
Summary
Public works emphasized the East Harbor 18-inch waterline (to improve fire flow) and said a water-feasibility study will assess whether the aging 'blue tank' can be decommissioned once underground capacity is in place.
Public-works staff (Kevin) told commissioners the East Harbor Drive 18-inch waterline is a priority because it improves fire flow and could replace the function of the nearby aging "blue tank." Staff said engineering and a reservoir/water-feasibility study are underway and that engineers will assess the tank's condition and expected remaining service life before priorities are finalized.
Commissioners asked if the new line would allow decommissioning the blue tank. Staff said engineers currently lean toward decommissioning because an 18-inch line provides the area capacity, but cautioned that they will wait for the formal assessment to understand how long the tank can safely remain in service so the CIP schedule can be adjusted if needed.
