Wausau Water Works Commission Meeting - 6/2/26

The City of Wausau Water Works Commission held a meeting on June 2, 2026, focusing on several procurement and infrastructure topics. Key discussions included approval of additional costs totaling $11,742 for the Cherry Street lift station project, managed by contractors Clark Deetsz and Integrity, with some commission members expressing concerns about contract terms and cost responsibility. The commission reviewed bids for activated carbon replacement in water treatment tanks, selecting Carbon Activated Corporation as the low bidder at $481,530 for a one-tank turnover, with plans to replace carbon every six months at an estimated annual cost of about $1 million, consistent with budgeted amounts. Additionally, the commission discussed the mandatory lead service line replacement ordinance, emphasizing the need for an ordinance to secure grant funding and enforce private-side replacements amid evolving census tract funding levels. The ordinance's financial implications, public engagement strategies, and timeline for council approval were also addressed. The commission approved the 2025 wastewater compliance maintenance annual report and authorized Clark Deetsz to proceed with design and construction services for the 32nd and Airport lift stations. The meeting concluded with plans for further discussion on the lead service line ordinance in July.