Citywide deferred maintenance backlog
Summary
A $19.9 million design-build contract with Westra Construction moves the FY24 citywide watermain replacement program forward — fewer breaks, better water service.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
$19,890,062.55 contract amount.
Residents citywide who rely on aging water mains.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Council Evening — October 22, 2026
The city's project wishlist for the next five fiscal years replaces the old schedule — it lists what infrastructure gets planned and funded.
Council Regular — October 1, 2026
A $19.9 million design-build contract with Westra Construction moves the FY24 citywide watermain replacement program forward — fewer breaks, better water service.
Council Evening — May 28, 2026
Council asked for a full accounting of the city's deferred maintenance — repairs put off on roads, buildings and plants. Councilmember Carlson suggested the total could run into the billions, which matters for future budget choices.
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