Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Newark public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in water utilities with medium priority
Water treatment plant change orders
The water utility docket includes closing out emergency water main repairs and two contracts to inspect and assess thousands of valves across the distribution system, plus sludge lagoon remediation.
Green infrastructure sewer project financing
The city locked in an $800,000 state Water Bank loan for green sewer infrastructure with 100% principal forgiveness — essentially a grant for stormwater and sewer improvements.
Water system maintenance
The water utility docket includes closing out emergency water main repairs and two contracts to inspect and assess thousands of valves across the distribution system, plus sludge lagoon remediation.
Wayne Pump Station upgrade bond
The city is borrowing $7.4 million to upgrade the Wayne Pump Station, part of its water system infrastructure work.
Water and Sewer Utilities Complex Land Acquisition
The city is buying two Lock Street parcels from the Newark Housing Authority for a new water and sewer utilities complex.