Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners - April 13, 2026

The City of Stevens Point Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners held a meeting on April 13, 2026, focusing primarily on operational and maintenance updates across water, sewage, and stormwater departments. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of claims for March and April covering wages, benefits, and maintenance fees, such as an annual bridge maintenance fee and costs related to salt usage for street and facility operations. The board discussed the cost-saving measure of bringing engineering design work in-house by funding half the wages of two employees, which reduced reliance on external contractors. Additionally, the meeting highlighted the acquisition of new equipment for manhole maintenance expected to save approximately $45,000 on upcoming paving projects, with an estimated equipment life of at least 10 years. The board also reviewed ongoing and upcoming capital projects, including stormwater infrastructure improvements and potential grant opportunities related to flood resiliency and infrastructure planning. Motions to approve claims and equipment purchases were passed unanimously, with one noted opposition on the equipment approval. The meeting concluded with updates on grant funding opportunities and plans to update the stormwater master plan to align with recent infrastructure improvements.