Council hears Collector Well 1 is operationally deficient; CIP lists $3 million estimate

Sep 3, 2026

Staff said Collector Well 1 needs upgrades because pumps are at end of service life and crews must enter confined spaces; the CIP lists a $3,000,000 estimate and some councilors said it could be as high a priority as the police facility.

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Public works staff described Collector Well 1 as not meeting industry standards, with pumps at or near the end of service life and confined-space entry required for routine maintenance. Staff said the CIP includes Collector Well 1 with an estimated cost of $3,000,000 and argued the project is an operational priority for public works.

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