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Staff reports waterline progress, equipment costs and valve work; sweeper demo scheduled
Summary
Staff said crews fixed eight leaks in a week, reported increased maintenance costs (dump truck part ~$1,700; bobcat ~$600–$700), and noted about 20 taps remain; an old valve requires capping at about $4,500 and a street-sweeper demo is planned next month to evaluate leasing vs. purchasing.
Public-works staff updated the board on ongoing waterline work and equipment needs. They reported approximately eight leaks repaired last week, 20 remaining taps to complete the waterline project, and that crews are installing 3–6 taps per day. Maintenance costs are mounting: a dump-truck part was cited at about $1,700 and bobcat repairs at roughly $600–$700.
Staff also said an old valve on an existing line is broken and recommended capping or installing a hop valve to isolate the old line; capping would cost about $4,500 and was not included in the current contract. Separately, the city will demo a street sweeper next month and explore leasing versus buying to reduce recurring maintenance burdens.
