Council authorizes purchase of Checktronic valve as part of planned low-service pump addition

Council approved Resolution No. 91-13 to purchase a Checktronic valve (Golden Anderson patent) for the low service booster station at the water treatment plant. Water Manager Lance Livesay said the valve is an industry standard, has performed well at other booster stations in the system and costs $13,654. He said the valve will be installed as part of a larger low-service pump addition project; staff will return to council to seek authorization for the pump, motor and installation.

Livesay said the procurement is the first step because the valve requires long lead time (16–18 weeks) and EPA approval and engineered, stamped drawings will be needed. Council approved the purchase unanimously.