Board of Public Works // July 20, 2026

The Board of Public Works meeting for Marshfield Community Media on July 20, 2026, focused heavily on utility rates, contract approvals, and capital improvement planning. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of FY27 utility rates for water, sewer, and solid waste, with rate increases proposed to maintain financial stability and fund upcoming capital projects such as SCADA system upgrades and water treatment planning. The board approved a 7% sewer rate increase and a solid waste rate increase to $540 per six months. They also discussed contract 2027-01 for water meters, contract 2027-02 for propane, and contract 2027-10 related to a State Revolving Fund (SRF) grant submission for a Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) planning study. The board authorized a $9,900 contract with Tyenborn for the PFAS planning study grant application. Additionally, the board reviewed financial reports including retained earnings, indirect cost payments to the general fund, and offsets, expressing concerns about transparency and control over these payments. The meeting also covered infrastructure asset management projects, including road evaluations and upcoming paving funded by Chapter 90 funds. Motions to approve rate increases and contract actions were passed with majority votes, and action items were assigned for further data gathering and follow-up on financial and infrastructure matters.