Drinking water: radium removal at Wells No. 5 and No. 12
Summary
Council approved $1.36 million to replace radium-removal media at two wells, keeping water treatment up to standard. A separate ordinance amending water-sewer rates goes to public hearing June 23.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
$1,363,550 for the media replacement; the rate ordinance's effect on bills will be detailed at the June 23 hearing.
All water utility customers, who rely on treated well water meeting radium standards.
Residents drinking water with contaminants above health guidelines, per the speaker.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Council - Oct 13, 2026
Council declared an emergency to repair a failed stormwater pipe at 3457 N. West Avenue and pay the repair bills right away.
City Council - Jun 9, 2026
Council approved $1.36 million to replace radium-removal media at two wells, keeping water treatment up to standard. A separate ordinance amending water-sewer rates goes to public hearing June 23.
City Council - Apr 14, 2026
The city's water quality report found five contaminants above EPA health guidelines, including PFAS 'forever chemicals.' Andrea Land asked the city to provide water filters to residents who request one.
City Council - Mar 24, 2026
A $3.48 million bond ordinance was introduced for water utility upgrades, with $1.68 million in borrowing. Public hearing April 14.
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