The board approved the payment of claims and reviewed multiple State Revolving Fund disbursement requests related to various infrastructure projects, including lead service line replacements, filter media replacement, and wastewater treatment plant improvements. A change order for a bore project was also approved. The meeting included updates on local construction progress, the upcoming "Detrash the Wabash" community event, and ongoing lead service line replacement efforts. Furthermore, the board received a cybersecurity briefing regarding threats to municipal water systems and discussed the function and impact of the utility's quarterly purchased power cost tracker.
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The Board approved multiple State Revolving Fund disbursement requests for water and sewage utility projects, including lead service line replacements and wastewater plant improvements. They accepted the 4th Quarter 2026 Electric Rates Tracker Adjustment, which accounts for fluctuations in purchased power costs. Furthermore, the Board authorized the write-off of delinquent accounts for the first quarter of 2026 and approved a quote for Siemens CMR reclosers. Updates were also provided regarding storm recovery efforts, ongoing land appraisals, and a request from the State Board of Accounts to align utility wage ordinances with the City of Peru.
Aug 5, 2026·Board meeting
Peru Utilities Service Board Service Board Meeting
The meeting addressed several operational and financial matters. Key topics included the approval of payment of claims, with specific discussion regarding 811 service fees. The Board approved a disbursement request for the Peru Municipal Sewage Works SRF and authorized a price adjustment for a substation transformer. Additionally, reports were provided on the progress of the long-term control plan and the status of the lead service line replacement project, including updates on Right of Entry form participation and local street repair efforts.
Jul 15, 2026·Board meeting
Peru Utilities Service Board Board Meeting
The Board discussed and approved several financial items, including the payment of claims and various SRF disbursement requests for both water and sewage utility projects. Key discussions included the removal of excess sludge from wastewater plant tanks, necessary repairs for the northwest water tower, and the potential impact of these repairs on future maintenance schedules. Additionally, the board reviewed the progress of filter media replacements and discussed the potential to secure additional funding for the lead service line replacement project.
