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Utility staff report water leaks, licensing milestones

City Council of Bertram · March 11, 2026
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Summary

Utility staff reported three water leaks, two sewer backups, about 9.6 million gallons pumped, 118 completed work orders, and two staff passing basic water operator tests; council acknowledged staffing changes and ongoing manhole work.

Adam, speaking for the utility department, told council the utility crew handled three water leaks and two sewer backups in the month and pumped roughly 9,600,000 gallons of water while completing 118 work orders.

He also said staff logged about 70 hours of training and two employees, Miles Eaton and John Reyes, "both are now licensed operators." The department filled a position (Jackson Martinez) and continues work on street signs and manhole corrections; staff asked for patience where cones mark ongoing work. Council acknowledged the operational report and did not take separate action.