Council hears water and sewer updates; meter well repaired, electrical upgrades needed

Fred Oertwig, reporting on water and sewer operations, told the board that a broken stop at the meter well at the co-op office has been fixed and that the city installed a new meter, a new stop and a new meter well. He said he was unable to find the drain in the pit and that the electrical service there must be upgraded before adding a sump pump to improve drainage.

Oertwig said he will prepare written specifications so multiple electricians bid on the same scope of work, allowing the board to compare estimates. The board did not approve a contract at the meeting; officials said they will await written estimates before making procurement decisions.