West Memphis Utility Commission Meeting June 2026

The West Memphis Utility Commission held a meeting on June 11, 2026, focusing primarily on operational updates, safety reports, staffing challenges, and infrastructure issues related to the city's water and wastewater treatment systems. Key procurement-related discussions included the failure of newly installed aerator equipment at the wastewater treatment plant, which led to a loss of 45% of aeration capacity. The manufacturer and contractor are working to replace the faulty gearboxes under warranty, and additional aerator units provided by Coca-Cola are being used as interim support. The commission also discussed staffing shortages in the water department and reliance on contractors for larger projects, noting challenges in balancing in-house workforce training and contractor use. Financial updates highlighted revenue and expense figures, with mention of upcoming requests to update billing policies and water rates based on CPI adjustments. No new contracts or bids were awarded during the meeting, but ongoing capital improvement and equipment replacement efforts were emphasized.