6.16.2026 Sewer Commission

The Fall River Sewer Commission meeting held on June 16, 2026, focused extensively on procurement and contract approvals related to wastewater treatment operations. The commission approved new hauler companies to discharge septage at the treatment plant, including Rodenheiser Septic and others, ensuring compliance with operational rules. They reviewed and approved chemical supply contracts for FY27, including sodium hypochlorite and caustic soda, with vendors such as Univar and Bon Remington, totaling over $600,000. The commission also approved contracts for toxicity testing services with Pace Analytical Services LLC and work authorizations for infrastructure improvements, including a $61,452 contract for a vector dumping area and a $170,564 contract for rebuilding wet weather pumps. Additionally, they approved a pilot program contract with BioCleaner to reduce sludge volume, which could yield significant cost savings. The meeting concluded with a discussion and approval of a spending plan for nearly $5 million in retained earnings, earmarked for stabilization funds, pump repairs, chemical pump upgrades, and other capital improvements, aiming to optimize plant operations without issuing new bonds.