Todd Bailey

The Sewer Board meeting included discussions and decisions on several key items. Quotes for a new pick-up truck were reviewed, and the low bid from John Jones was approved. Additionally, quotes for the 8th St. Lining project were presented, with the low bid from Temple & Temple being approved to address root intrusion issues. The board discussed and approved a plat for Purdue Research Park -- Phase 2 Section 2 Lot 2. An update was provided on the Brightly Software implementation, highlighting its use for managing work orders, preventative maintenance, and asset tracking. The board also addressed retainage account reconciliation, approving the release of funds to the proper accounts. Several sewer adjustment requests were reviewed and approved, and the financial report indicated that billing for the last month was on budget. The West Elm Street Sewer Project started, and the sewer claims docket for 08/08/24-08/21/24 was presented and approved.

The Sewer Board meeting included updates on the Old Ford Lift Station Project and Chapel Creek easements. A cross connection issue at Oriole and Coes Lane was addressed by disconnecting a gooseneck in the line that was causing storm water to enter the sanitary sewer system. Additionally, a backup at 1926 Spring Street was resolved by connecting the line to the sanitary sewer. The board reviewed and approved sewer claims.

The meeting included discussion and review of bids for a project, with a tentative approval for the lowest bidder pending further review. The board addressed issues related to the east Market Street manhole project and a common lateral blockage on Ekin Avenue. Updates were provided on various projects, including Basin 35 and Basin 4 SRF, along with discussions on easements and invoices. The board also discussed flow monitoring project and connection issues. The EMC reported on Basin 5 bids and problems with I & I in Basin 23.

The meeting included discussion on the 2021 Annual Street Paving Project, Terry Lane Water Main project, and a "No Parking" sign request on Clara Lee Court. The board also discussed a special event permit for Olive Tree Resources, Inc., CDC guidelines and mask requirements for City employees, speed limits on Mt. Tabor Road and speeding issues on Coes Lane, Daisy Lane Project Update, and CSX work on Market Street tracks.

The Sewer Board meeting included discussions on a professional service agreement for the Silver Hills Emergency Slide Repair Project, with clarifications on the itemized costs and potential additional services. An application for credits for the Shireman Real Estate Project was presented and approved. An update was provided on the Clark Dietz project, noting the receipt of the IDEM construction permit and the anticipated start of construction. The board discussed a letter to the EPA requesting a demonstration period to assess compliance with the Consent Decree. The July Wastewater Utility Monthly Report was reviewed, covering influent/effluent quality, pretreatment activities, facility operations, and sanitary collection system maintenance and projects. The meeting concluded with the presentation and approval of claims.