Jet Vac truck purchase
Summary
The board discussed a $390,000 jet-vac truck to clean lift stations and sewer lines as part of the 15-year capital plan tied to EPA requirements. Aldermen want it but held off deciding until they know whether EPA funds or a loan would cover it.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
$390,000, funding source (EPA funds vs. loan) undecided.
Sewer customers get better long-term system maintenance.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council Meeting - Aug 3, 2026
The already-budgeted Jet Vac sewer truck now costs $393,575 and takes six months to deliver — the board told staff to buy it before the price climbs further.
City Council Meeting - Jun 15, 2026
The EPA-related sewer work is driving big spending: $300,000 more for point repairs, a $390,000 jet-vac truck, and a $38,000 lift station redesign. Aldermen wrestled with whether to fix known clay-pipe problems first or buy the cleaning truck.
Work Study - Jun 1, 2026
The board discussed a $390,000 jet-vac truck to clean lift stations and sewer lines as part of the 15-year capital plan tied to EPA requirements. Aldermen want it but held off deciding until they know whether EPA funds or a loan would cover it.
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