Lebanon Board of Public Works - May 6th 2026

The Lebanon Board of Public Works held a meeting on May 6, 2026, focusing primarily on utility service terms, rate adjustments, and capital improvement projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the proposal of a tiered deposit system for utility customers based on credit reports, adjustments to utility billing cycles to improve payment timelines, and the introduction of bulk water sales policies with liability waivers. The board reviewed proposed utility rate increases averaging around 4 to 8.4% across electric, water, and wastewater services to address operational costs, labor market competitiveness, and capital improvements. Significant capital projects discussed included a $4.5 million upgrade to electric substations, water tower uplighting funded by the city's capital improvement sales tax, and multi-year infrastructure upgrades such as pole replacements, LED street light conversions, and water meter replacements. The board also addressed financing strategies for long-lived assets to spread costs over time and maintain reserve fund requirements. Motions were passed to approve meeting minutes and to enter and exit public hearings related to these topics.