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Board flags PFAS, septic-system risks and grant needs for sewer and water upgrades
Summary
Commissioners discussed PFAS concerns and the city's many septic systems and high water table, noting those conditions increase urgency for sewer and water infrastructure improvements and the potential need for matching grants.
Discussion at the meeting raised PFAS and drainage concerns linked to the city’s high water table and prevalence of septic systems, which the board said could increase the scale of work needed to protect water quality and may make matching grants essential to large-scale projects.
Commissioner Kim Sherwood framed sewer and water work among the board's top five priorities, and staff were directed to pursue grant opportunities that might offset local matching requirements. No specific grant programs or dollar amounts were mentioned at the meeting.
