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Central well field expansion and vacant property concerns

The city keeps buying properties near its central well field for a five-to-six-year water treatment expansion, but Commissioner Praedel worries vacant buildings drag down the Burdick corridor and wants demolition expedited.

1 mentionLast discussed Aug 10, 2026

MediumWater Utilities

Biosolids disposal costs and sustainable processing

Sludge disposal costs have climbed from about $4.5 million a year before 2018 to roughly $20.9 million over 18 months. Staff are designing a new processing facility that would cut water content and open a cheaper disposal market, operational around 2030-2031.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 15, 2026