Manager warns thin utility margins, recommends reserves for maintenance

Aug 5, 2026

City Manager Henry said water, sewer and trash enterprise margins averaged roughly 2.7% over four audited years and cautioned that slim margins and rising material costs mean the city should plan reserves for repairs and potential simultaneous equipment failures.

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City Manager Henry told council the enterprise funds have narrow historical margins and that the city should plan for maintenance and replacement costs.

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