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Council signs off on expedited purchase of lower-cost final effluent strainer
Summary
Wastewater staff identified a more appropriately sized final effluent strainer for roughly $37,000 versus a prior $150,000 estimate and obtained committee approval to move the purchase up in the capital plan pending city council approval of a budget amendment.
Jordan told the committee that the wastewater plant’s existing final effluent strainer is old and oversized. Staff had earlier budget numbers in the $150,000 range but found a better‑sized unit priced in the roughly $37,000 range; the lower cost and improved fit make it practical to purchase the unit this year rather than in the originally planned 2027 procurement.
Jordan said procuring the unit this year requires a budget amendment; if the committee’s recommendation is approved by the city council next week, staff can proceed and realize savings (including not having to buy an additional pump this year). Jordan estimated the new strainer should last “25 to 30 years.” The committee approved the procurement by motion and unanimous voice vote.
