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Council declines operator-services contract after staff testimony
Summary
After city staff and the on-site licensed operator said the city already meets regulatory operator requirements, the Preston City Council voted to deny a proposed contract with Mountain West Water Works and not sign the agreement. Council cited duplication of services and the cost of the outside contract as reasons.
Council reviewed a proposed services agreement with Mountain West Water Works that would provide licensed operator coverage. Council members asked the city’s existing operator and staff about duplication of duties and regulatory requirements.
The city’s certified operator said he holds the required Class 4 license and is on-site daily. Legal and operations staff reviewed DEQ language on responsible-charge classifications and the need for a substitute licensed operator for extended absences. Given the in-house certification and the ability to identify a substitute to meet DEQ requirements, one council member moved to deny the Mountain West contract, saying the city no longer needed the external services. The motion was seconded and the council voted to deny and not sign the contract.
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