Commission authorizes new variable frequency drive and spare refurbishment for Pump 5
To address a failing 300‑horsepower pump at the water plant and improve redundancy, the commission authorized procurement of a new VFD (not to exceed $39,252) and refurbishment of the existing VFD as a spare (not to exceed $21,125).
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The commission approved purchase orders to replace and refurbish variable frequency drives (VFDs) after Commissioner Ken raised concerns about redundancy at the water treatment plant. Art Krieger, Director of Utilities, said Pump 5 is a 300‑horsepower motor nearing the end of its typical service life and that having a spare and a refurbished drive supports operational resilience.
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