Skaneateles reports 1 MGD average in April; orders RFP and smoke testing for sewer system
Superintendent Seth Kieffer reported average flow of 1 MGD in April 2026, hauled 48,000 gallons of sludge to Auburn, and outlined near-term repairs and capital tasks including replacing a worn grit-chamber chain, transformer replacements, an RFP for four pump stations (excluding Gale Road and Ramblewood), and a late-July/August smoke test for storm-sewer hookups.
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Seth Kieffer, Superintendent of the Village wastewater system, reported to the Municipal Board that average flow for April 2026 was 1 million gallons per day (MGD), with total rainfall of 6.09 inches and 48,000 gallons of sludge hauled to Auburn. Kieffer outlined mechanical issues that require repair and scheduled capital work.
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