Current Projects

The Public Works Department addresses the city's utility and transportation needs through projects that restore, maintain and improve existing infrastructure and streets. Capital projects may include infrastructure needs of the Water, Wastewater, and Drainage utilities, the city's streets, and sidewalks, and city facilities. These projects are funded through a variety of sources that make up the City's Capital Improvement Fund.

Cast Iron Waterline Replacement Project

The City has identified cast iron waterlines throughout the City that require replacement. The pre-1939 cast iron pipes are nearing the end of their expected service life. These pipes are susceptible to failure, causing unnecessary disruption to residents, water waste, and an increased cost of repairs. The City’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) includes the Cast Iron Water Line Replacement Program project, which includes design and construction to replace cast iron waterlines over the upcoming years. 

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In 2019, the City authorized the completion of a City Wide Drainage Modeling Study that evaluated and modeled existing conditions of the City's drainage system.  The results indicated that the majority of the City has limited drainage capacity, with some areas having less than 2-year capacity. These findings indicated a need to improve the city's streets and drainage system. 

View more about the East Side or West Side Drainage Improvement Projects.

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Milton Street Water Line Project

Due to the age and size of this pipe, repair parts are becoming difficult to acquire. This project will replace approximately 2,400 LF of 14” cast iron pipe with a new 16” PVC line.

Water System Improvements

Since 2020, the city has been actively pursuing water system improvements to ensure the system can meet current and future demands. 

Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project

The City's Wastewater Treatment Plant has been in operation since 1982. Major mechanical equipment is nearing the end of its useful life and is in need of replacement. This project will construct an elevated office building, provide upgrades to the equipment, provide a flood resilient facility, as well as improve the efficiency of the wastewater treatment process to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

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