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Council approves $50,062 purchase for upgraded sewer-inspection camera
Summary
Council authorized purchase of a new high-definition sewer inspection camera, citing maintenance costs and downtime for the 2006 system; council recorded approval of $50,062.20 for the replacement.
City manager Spence and Public Works Director Jeff Harrington briefed the council on the need for a new sewer-inspection camera. The city’s existing camera and transporter were purchased in 2006; repairs had cost about $5,000 per year and caused operational downtime. The proposed new camera offers high-definition imaging and LED lighting to improve inspections.
Director Harrington compared the technological leap to a modern smartphone camera versus an older model and said the transporter/wheels can be salvaged; with proper care the new system could provide many years of service. Councilor Adams asked about useful life and maintenance; Harrington said basic maintenance would remain in-house while repairs might be outsourced. Council recorded approval and a purchase amount of $50,062.20 was stated in council remarks.
