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Public works reports active road work, water upgrades and wastewater violations

Newport City Council · July 20, 2026
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Summary

Public Works reported sweeping, patching and fog sealing of streets, meter and backflow upgrades, sheds added over wells, and noted 'a couple of violations' on the wastewater side plus the loss of an incubator requiring replacement.

Superintendent Howard told the council road work is in full swing with crews sweeping, patching and fog sealing streets. He said water reports were submitted to the state on time, crews are replacing production-side meters and installing backflow prevention devices, and sheds were added to cover wells. Howard said recent leaks at the rodeo grounds and the waterpark were addressed.

On wastewater, Superintendent Howard reported the department had "a couple of violations" and "recently lost an incubator," stating the loss will require a significant replacement purchase; he added the department passed ERA tests and submitted required reports on time. No cost estimates for the incubator or replacement timeline were provided in the minutes.