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AGENDA
UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
8:00 AM
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. January 11, 2024 Utilities Commission Meeting Minutes
OPEN FORUM – the open forum allows the public to address the commission on subjects which
are not a part of the meeting. Commission may take action, reply, or give direction to staff. Please
limit your comments to 5 minutes or less.
NEW BUSINESS
2. PFA Communication Plan- TKDA
DIRECTOR/SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE
3. Monthly Gallons Pumped
4. Met Council I/I Grant – no packet materials
5. Utility Project Update
COMMISSIONER ITEMS
ADJOURN
6. Next meeting date is March 14, 2024
UTILITIES COMMISSION MEETING
January 11, 2024
8:00 A.M.
Utilities Superintendent Benson called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.
Present: Chairman Speedling, Commissioners Hudak, Hutter, Whitcomb, Councilmember
Polehna
Absent: None
Staff: Utilities Superintendent Benson, Public Works Director Sanders
CLOSED SESSION
Motion by Chairman Speedling, seconded by Commissioner Hudak, to go into Closed Session. All in favor.
Present: Chairman Speedling, Commissioners Hudak, Hutter, Whitcomb, Councilmember
Polehna
Absent: None
Staff: Utilities Superintendent Benson, Public Works Director Sanders
Pursuant to Minn. Stat 13D.05 subd. 3(b), the Commission met in Closed Session to discuss attorney-
client privileged communication related to the White Bear Lake litigation.
Motion by Chairman Speedling, seconded by Commissioner Hudak, to reopen the meeting. All in favor.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Possible approval of minutes of August 10, 2023 meeting
Motion by Commissioner Whitcomb, seconded by Chairman Speedling, to approve the minutes of the
August 10, 2023 meeting. All in favor.
OPEN FORUM
There were no public comments.
NEW BUSINESS
Water Main Extension - 2024 Street Project
Public Works Director Sanders explained that during the feasibility study for the 2024 Street
Improvement Project, it was discovered that there is no water main on Abbott south of Willard Street
and Willard west of Owens. The properties on these two segments are served by two separate private
lines located in the street. Since the streets will be torn up for street reconstruction, it is an opportune
time to install new water main and eliminate the private lines. This would require about 700 feet of
new water main and reconnection of the existing services at an estimated cost of $70,000. Staff
requests that the Water Revenue Fund pay for the water main looping as part of the 2024 Street
Improvement Project.
Motion by Chair Speedling, seconded by Commissioner Hutter, to spend the estimated $70,000 from the
Water Revenue Fund for the watermain on Willard and Abbott. All in favor.
PFAS Update
Utilities Commission Meeting January 11, 2024
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Mr. Sanders informed the Commission that the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) required the
shutdown of Well #6 due to Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) above the health risk index of
1.1. The MDH issued a Health Risk Advisory and is requiring the City to send a notice to residents
even though the well has been shut down since April 2023. Staff will work with the MDH to notice
residents and develop options for getting the well operational again. Staff believes Well #10 may be
the next well to be shut down, as PFAS appears to be slowly moving from Woodbury, Cottage Grove,
Lake Elmo, to the north. Cottage Grove and Woodbury have constructed water treatment plants.
Commissioner Hudak commented it would be helpful, as the City considers future options, to know if
the MDH has the plume delineated.
COMMISSIONER ITEMS
Commissioner Whitcomb asked why the storm sewer system is not under the purview of the Utilities
Commission. New developments are required to have a homeowner association to manage the
stormwater, but if there is a problem, the City gets involved because it is better equipped to handle
those types of projects versus homeowners who have no experience with them.
Mr. Sanders replied that adding the storm sewer utility could be discussed in the future.
Councilmember Polehna noted that lights are another utility to consider placing under the Utilities
Commission.
Commissioner Hudak asked for an update on security of the City’s water system in terms of both
terrorism and emergency needs/failure.
Mr. Sanders replied that staff is working with a vendor to develop a security system for the well
houses and funding is set aside this year.
Councilmember Polehna asked for an update on property development.
Mr. Sanders stated developments occurring in the southwest corner of the City over the next few
years are: Central Commons south of Highway 36, east of Manning; and the Lakeview Hospital site on
the northeast corner of Highway 36 and Manning. A contractor is working on plans to extend sewer
and water from Curve Crest Blvd to the west on the Lakeview property, then crossing under Highway
36 to serve Central Commons. The goal is to have those utilities completed later this year. There will
be a lift station on the north side of Highway 36.
Commissioner Hudak asked if the current water capacity can handle the new development and Mr.
Sanders answered yes.
DIRECTOR/SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE
Mr. Sanders stated the City is advertising for a new commissioner to fill Commissioner Jensen’s seat.
He reported there was a water service break at 4th and Oak Streets. The property owner was notified,
Miller was hired to do the work and the City would be reimbursed. However another water service
was discovered in the same trench which was the actual source of the leak. The work was done, the
City notified the second property owner and they disputed the charge because they were not properly
notified and could have fixed it on their own for less. The City may be responsible for the $8,000 cost.
Mr. Sanders also stated the water efficiency rebate grant money is almost gone and he has asked the
Met Council for another $10,000 to cover the next two quarters because the program is very popular.
The Commission acknowledged with sadness the passing of Commissioner Karen Jensen.
Monthly Gallons Pumped
Mr. Sanders provided the gallons pumped in 2023: 756 million gallons.
Utilities Commission Meeting January 11, 2024
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Chairman Speedling, seconded by Commissioner Hudak, to adjourn. All in favor. The meeting
was adjourned at 8:49 a.m. The next meeting date is February 8, 2024.
Steve Speedling, Chair
ATTEST:
Shawn Sanders, Public Works Director
To: Utility Commission Members
From: Shawn Sanders, Director of Public Works
Date: February 8, 2024
Subject: PFA Communication Plan
DISCUSSION
Recently, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) issued a Health Risk Advisory for
PFA’s at Well number # 6 (Fourth Street). MDH recommends that the City notify its
consumers about PFA in the drinking Water Supply. Staff has been working with TKDA
on a notification and has suggested establishing a PFA’s communication plan for the
City. TKDA will be attending the utility commission meeting to present the proposed
plan.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the commission review, comment and approved the PFA
Communication Plan for the City.
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P r o t e c t i n g , M a i n t a i n i n g a n d I m p r o v i n g t h e H e a l t h o f A l l M i n n e s o t a n s
October 31, 2023
Stillwater City Council
c/o Clerk
216 Fourth Street N
Stillwater, MN 55082
Subject: Health Risk Advisory for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in the Stillwater Drinking Water
System (PWSID# 1820024)
Dear Council Members:
This letter is to notify you that the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is issuing a Health Risk Advisory for PFAS at
Well #6.
MDH recommends that the city of Stillwater notify its consumers about PFAS in their drinking water supply. It is
important that people consuming the water be informed about any potential health risks and actions they can take to
reduce exposure to PFAS from their drinking water, as well as any actions the water system is taking. We encourage the
water system to lead this messaging.
In addition, MDH recommends that the city of Stillwater plan for and take action to reduce exposure to PFAS to a
Health Risk Index (HRI) of 1.0 or below in the drinking water supply. An HRI of 1.0 and below represents a safe level
where health effects are unlikely to occur. MDH recommends public health actions once the HRI is 1.1 or greater.
More information about the HRI and how it is calculated is provided in this letter.
Sample Results
The results for the most recent PFAS samples collected from Well #6 Entry Point and analyzed by EPA Method 533 are
shown in the table below. The running annual average level of PFAS at Well #6 exceeds an HRI of 1.0, so MDH is issuing
this Health Risk Advisory.
Stillwater Well #6 Entry Point Sample Results
Collection
Date
PFBS
(ng/L)
PFBA
(ng/L)
PFHxS
(ng/L)
PFHxA
(ng/L)
PFOS
(ng/L)
PFOA
(ng/L) HRI Running
Avg. HRI
8/16/2023 2.2 100 8.5 1.9 14 2.7 1.2 1.3
4/27/2023 2.5 100 9.3 2.3 15 3.4 1.3 1.3
3/7/2023 2.4 120 9.5 2.1 15 3.1 1.3 1.3
11/22/2022 2.4 120 8.5 2.1 14 3.4 1.3 -
ng/L = nanograms per liter
Bold means that the concentration exceeds a Health Based Value, Health Risk Limit or Health Risk Index
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HRI and Health Effects for PFAS
MDH has developed health-based guidance values for some PFAS found in drinking water. These guidance values are set
at levels which pose little or no health risk to people, including the most sensitive populations. Although the potential
for harm increases as the level of a contaminant increases above the guidance value, health scientists may not be able to
precisely estimate the change in risk. These guidance values are designed to be protective for exposures over short
periods of time as well as over a lifetime. The table below shows the current guidance values for PFAS that MDH uses to
evaluate drinking water samples.
Current MDH Guidance Values
Name of PFAS Guidance Value (ng/L)
Perfluorobutane Sulfonate (PFBS) 100
Perfluorobutanoic Acid (PFBA) 7000
Perfluorohexane Sulfonate (PFHxS) 47
Perfluorohexanoic Acid (PFHxA) 200
Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (PFOS) 15
Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) 35
Because each of these PFAS chemicals can cause similar types of adverse health effects, Minnesota Rules part 4717.7880
requires that when multiple PFAS are found in drinking water, an HRI must be calculated to determine if the combined
chemicals increase risk for possible health impacts. Information about how the HRI is calculated is attached and can also
be found in Minnesota Rules part 4717.7880. An HRI greater than 1.0 indicates that although a single chemical may not
pose a health risk alone, the combined chemicals may indicate an increased risk for possible health impacts.
For More Information
As a standard practice, MDH notifies the governor’s office and area legislators when health risk advisory letters are
issued. In addition, MDH is sending a copy of this letter to your local public health department.
If you have any questions about health concerns or would like more information about PFAS, contact the MDH Health
Risk Assessment Unit at 651-201-4899 or health.risk@state.mn.us. For technical assistance related to the drinking water
system, please contact Lucas Martin, District Engineer, at 651-201-4144 or lucas.martin@state.mn.us. More information
about PFAS is also available on our website at: MDH PFAS Website
(https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/hazardous/topics/pfcs.html)
Sincerely,
Thomas P. Hogan
Director, Environmental Health Division
PO Box 64975
St. Paul, MN 55164-0975
www.health.state.mn.us
cc: Kirk Koudelka, Assistant Commissioner, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Pam Anderson, Interim Division Director, Remediation Division, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
David Brummel, Director, Washington County Public Health & Environment
Enclosure: Health Risk Index Calculation
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Health Risk Index Calculation
Groundwater can contain multiple chemicals. Combinations of chemicals may cause health effects that are different
from the health effects of each individual chemical. MDH evaluates the health effects of groups of chemicals using the
following process:
▪ Chemicals that share a common health endpoint (such as change to the liver, kidney, or other organ) are evaluated
together. If a chemical has no known health effect, it is not included in the group.
▪ For each chemical in the group, MDH calculates a ratio of the groundwater concentration of the chemical to the
health-based guidance value (HBV) appropriate to the length of exposure for that chemical. MDH adds the ratios for
all of the chemicals in the group to create a number called a Health Risk Index (HRI).
▪ An HRI over one indicates a possible health risk from the group of chemicals.
Below is an example of how MDH calculates the HRI for mixtures of Perfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) for which we have
health-based guidance values:
𝐻𝑅𝐻=𝐴𝑂𝐹𝑂𝑆
𝑂𝐹𝑂𝑅 𝐻𝐴𝑉+𝐴𝑂𝐹𝑂𝐴
𝑂𝐹𝑂𝐴 𝐻𝐴𝑉+𝐴𝑂𝐹𝐴𝑆
𝑂𝐹𝐴𝑅 𝐻𝐴𝑉+𝐴𝑂𝐹𝐴𝐴
𝑂𝐹𝐴𝐴 𝐻𝐴𝑉+𝐴𝑂𝐹𝐻𝑥𝑆
𝑂𝐹𝐻𝑥𝑅 𝐻𝐴𝑉+𝐴𝑂𝐹𝐻𝑥𝐴
𝑂𝐹𝐻𝑥𝐴 𝐻𝐴𝑉
CN = the concentration of N chemical that has been detected in groundwater
MDH uses procedures stated in the Health Risk Limits Rules for Groundwater for evaluating exposure to multiple
chemicals. This process is based on an additive model. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency uses this model as a
reasonable approach given what is unknown about how chemicals interact in the body.
Significant Digits and Rounding
When health-based guidance values are derived, the calculations include safety factors which may reduce the value by
hundreds or thousands of times. Therefore, the final HRI represents a “safe dose” where health effects are unlikely to
occur.
In general, MDH calculates HRIs to one significant digit. Since HBVs typically have a single significant digit, rounding the
HRI to more than one significant digit introduces false precision and can give an inaccurate depiction of risk.
For risk management decisions, it can be useful to include an additional significant figure (e.g. decimal point) for HRIs at
or slightly above 1. This additional significant figure can be used by risk managers to inform potential actions rather than
as a direct indicator of health risk. In these circumstances, MDH uses the following to determine if the HRI is above 1 and
further evaluation may be warranted:
▪ HRI of 1-1.04 rounds down to 1.0 ▪ HRI of 1.05-1.09 rounds up to 1.1
When the HRI is below 1.1, the health risk is minimal. MDH recommends close monitoring of the situation when an HRI
is just below or just above 1 and considering public health actions once the HRI is 1.1 or greater. Although the risk at 1.1
is also unlikely to result in health effects, this value represents a reasonable action level for risk managers to use for
further evaluation and decision-making.
Calculating an HRI is just the first step in assessing whether a potential risk may need to be addressed. Depending on the
situation, further actions may be necessary to ensure the prolonged safety of the water, such as increased monitoring or
planning to find a new water source. While the HRI is not a precise predictor of risk, it is one of many tools intended to
help risk assessors and managers make more health protective decisions when there are multiple chemicals involved
and the health consequences, if any, may not be clear.
City of Stillwater Utilities Commission
PFAS Communication Plan
February 8, 2024
Purpose of the Plan
The purpose of the City’s PFAS Communication Plan is to identify the topic, scope of the plan, audience,
communication strategies, schedule and resources, and method of documenting feedback and comments.
This Communication Plan will be updated as new information becomes available to the City of Stillwater.
The plan has been developed based on general recommendations from the MDH and EPA and reviewed
with the City’s Public Works Director/City Engineer and Utilities Superintendent.
February 8, 20242
According to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), PFAS (commonly referred to as Forever
Chemicals) are a family of human-made chemicals that have been widely used for decades. PFAS are
extremely stable and do not breakdown in the environment. PFAS have been found in the groundwater
and surface water in Minnesota. Some PFAS can build up and stay in the human body for many years.
According to MDH, consuming water with PFAS above the health-based guidance values can increase
risk of health effects. These increased health effects include:
•Higher cholesterol
•Changes to liver function
•Reduced immune response
•Thyroid disease
•Kidney and testicular cancer (for PFOA)
Background
February 8, 20243
MDH is testing for PFAS in community water systems (CWSs) across the state. A goal of MDH’s initiative
is to evaluate whether Minnesotans are exposed to PFAS at levels above health-based guidance values
in drinking water.
Background (Continued)
February 8, 20244
•City of Stillwater: Provides water services to residents and businesses within the community.
•Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Responsible for the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA).
The EPA sets national health-based standards to protect against naturally occurring and man-made
contaminants that may be found in drinking water.
•Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA): Responsible for preventing, managing and the clean
up of PFAS pollution. Grants in aid for PFAS mitigation in community water systems is overseen by
MPCA.
•Minnesota Health Department (MDH): Responsible for ensuring safe drinking water and
enforcement of the SDWA. MDH performs regular testing of community water systems. MDH has
developed health-based guidance values to represent levels for several PFAS in drinking water.
Roles & Responsibilities
February 8, 20245
MDH PFAS Testing of Minnesota Community Water Systems
A Community Water System (CWS) provides water to the public in their primary living space—where
people live and sleep. CWSs include municipalities (cities and towns) as well as some manufactured
home parks, college campuses, prisons, and long-term care facilities. In Minnesota, CWSs supply
drinking water to approximately 4.5 million people.
PFAS samples are collected from the system entry point(s), where the source or treated water
enters the network of pipes that provide drinking water to CWSs customers.
MDH has tested 919 or 99% of CSWs in Minnesota.
The City of Stillwater owns and operates 8 wells. The City’s wells have been tested by MDH.
A Health Risk Advisory has been issued by MDH for PFAS at Well #6.
February 8, 20246
MDH Drinking Water Guidance & Sampling Results for Stillwater
MDH Specific MDH Drinking Water Guidance Value (ppt)MDH PFAS Sampling Results for Stillwater
perfluorohexane sulfonate (PFHxS)47 ppt 0 -6.5 ppt(1)
perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA)200 ppt 0 -2.1 ppt(2)
perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) 0.0079 ppt 0 -4.2 ppt(2)
perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS)2.3 ppt 0 -15 ppt (2)
PFPeA Not established by MDH 1.8 -4.1ppt (2)
PFNA Not established by MDH 0 -1.7 ppt (2)
PFPeS Not established by MDH 0 -0.87 ppt (2)
(1)= Minimum value less than lab reporting limit. These values are associated with a higher degree of uncertainty.
(2)= Value(s) less than lab reporting limit. These values are associated with a higher degree of uncertainty.
Source:PFAS and Health -MN Dept.of Health (state.mn.us)Retrieved 01/17/2024
PFAS Testing of Minnesota Community Water Systems (arcgis.com)Retrieved 01/17/2024
February 8, 20247
Purpose of the Communication Effort
1.Maintain the City’s role as the preferred source of information regarding its drinking water. Meet
MDH’s expectations that the community lead efforts on communication regarding drinking water.
2.Share PFAS Sampling Results for the City of Stillwater and steps that are being taken by the City
to mitigate exposure to PFAS.
3.Articulate the City’s commitment to providing safe drinking water to its customers.
4.Provide avenues for the City to hear from its customers regarding their questions, thoughts, and
concerns.
5.Help community members understand the risks and participate in decision making about how
risks should be managed.
February 8, 20248
Key Messages
1.PFAS are manufactured chemicals that have been in industry and consumer products since
the 1940’s. There are thousands of different PFAS.
2.Most people in the United States have been exposed to some PFAS. People can be exposed
to PFAS by touching, drinking, eating, or breathing in materials containing PFAS. PFAS have
been found in:
•Drinking water
•Solid waste disposal sites
•Firefighting foam
•Consumer products, such as stain and water repellent or non-stick products
•Food packaging
•Biosolids
•Food
February 8, 20249
3.The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is authorized under The Safe Drinking Water Act
(SDWA) to set national health-based standards for drinking water to protect against naturally
occurring and man-made contaminants that may be found in drinking water. The SDWA defines a
contaminant as anything other than water molecules. The US EPA, states, and water systems work
together to ensure that these standards are met.
4.PFAS are not currently regulated under the SDWA; however, EPA is proposing a National Primary
Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) to establish legally enforceable levels, called Maximum
Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for six PFAS in drinking water. EPA is also proposing health-based,
non-enforceable Maximum Contaminant Level Goals (MCLGs) for six PFAS.
5.MDH is responsible for ensuring safe drinking water for all Minnesotans. MDH protects drinking
water through regular testing of community water systems (CWSs) for contaminants and by
establishing Health Based Guidance Values for Drinking Water. Stillwater’s water supply has been
tested by MDH.
February 8, 202410
Key Messages (Continued)
6.Based on results of testing, MDH has issued a Health Risk Advisory for PFAS at Well #6. In
response, the City has taken the following actions:
•The City has stopped using Well #6 as a primary well. This means that the well has been
designated to be the last well to pump water in its pressure zone and is only pumped during
peak water use periods when the other wells cannot keep up with the demand.
•The City will continue to work with MDH as additional testing is undertaken.
•The City is evaluating strategies to reduce the use of Well #6 or treat water produced by this
well. The City will be seeking financial assistance should capital projects be required.
February 8, 202411
Key Messages (Continued)
7.Customers can consider the following:
•Stay informed through the City’s website and discuss concerns with City officials. As an
emerging contaminate, scientific information continues to become available.
•Be knowledgeable about other sources of PFAS and consider reducing the use of these
products which contain PFAS.
•Consider installing and maintaining filtration devices in homes, businesses, or facilities.
See additional information here: PFAS and Home Treatment of Water -MN Dept. of Health
(state.mn.us)
▪Cost and maintenance of these devices are the responsibility of the property owner or
occupant.
8.The City of Stillwater is committed to providing safe drinking water. The City will continue to
work with MDH on this issue and will inform the public as new data becomes available which
warrant a different course of action.
February 8, 202412
Key Messages (Continued)
9.Questions directed to:
Robert Benson
Utilities Superintendent
rbenson@ci.stillwater.mn.us
651.430.8740
Or
Shawn Sanders
Public Works Director / City Engineer
ssanders@ci.stillwater.mn.us
651.274.4100
February 8, 202413
Key Messages (Continued)
Communication Methods, Frequency & Responsibility
Communication Method Audience Frequency Time frame / schedule
Website Water utility customers Beginning late February 2024,
then updated when data
changes
Commence March 2024; and then
on-going
Staff meeting City staff One time, and then updates
provided when data changes.
March 2024
City Newsletter Article Water Utility Customers
•single & multi-family,
residential,
•schools
•churches
•commercial
•industrial
•health care facilities
One time, and then updates
when data changes.
March 2024
Drinking Water Report Water utility customers Annually, beginning in May 2024.May 2024
Customer Outreach Multi-family tenants
Schools
Health care facilities
Beginning in March 2024. One
time, and then updates provided
as needed.
March 2024
February 8, 202414
Questions?
Dan Nesler
Water/Wastewater Group Manager
TKDA
Daniel.Nesler@tkda.com
651.726.7977
Matt Ellingson
Registered Engineer
TKDA
Matt.Ellingson@tkda.com
612.282.9119
Jeannine Clancy
Senior Planner/Program Director
TKDA
Jeannine.Clancy@tkda.com
651.292.4414
February 8, 202415
Million Gallons Pumped
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Monthly
Totals
Monthly
Totals
Monthly
Totals
Monthly
Totals
Monthly
Totals
Monthly
Totals
Monthly
Totals
Monthly
Totals
January 47827 54174 47578 43126 44488 43203 40179 39803
February 42360 50969 42335 41409 39016 39417 37754
March 43799 55676 47276 43148 41908 41176 39817
April 45235 52580 45808 44003 41587 41248 40316
May 56415 77250 57949 61400 66124 55346 66143
June 84085 77502 78308 74342 112800 91793 120461
July 93342 89533 78536 81984 110149 111197 101462
August 75439 99896 78626 87645 93628 89626 99966
September 74893 67085 61054 71455 64168 87366 86614
October 49115 48481 50054 52576 49781 59028 46495
November 41620 43112 43786 41754 40311 37840 38504
December 52404 46710 44426 42857 41322 40569 39214
Total 706534 762968 675736 685699 745282 737809 756925 39803
Jan 47827 54174 47578 43126 44488 43203 40179 39803
DNR
Permited Amount
865,000,000 MGY
To: Utility Commission Members
From: Robert Benson, Utilities Superintendent
Date: February 8, 2024
Subject: Update of Utility Projects in the City
Background
The following is a list of utility construction projects in the City of Stillwater. Projects on the list
will be updated to the commission and new projects added as they are made aware to the City.
City Utility Projects;
2023 PROJECTS
• Mid Oaks Lift Station: Scope includes replacing the Lift Station at Mid Oaks. The
existing lift station is a wet well/dry well and would be replaced with a submersible pump.
Project Completed.
• Downtown Manhole Rehabilitation Project: Project looks to eliminate I/I in sanitary
manholes from Elm Street to Aiple Lift Station (30 Total). Project Substantially
Completed.
• Rutherford Lift Station Pump Replacement: Bids received, awaiting installation. Project
Completed.
• Transfer Switch/ Generator Hook-up for Olive Street: Add a transfer switch at the pump
house to allow for connection for a portable generator. Project Completed.
• Hydrant Painting: Project to paint all hydrants in the City. Project Completed.
• Telemetry Upgrades: Staff is looking to add security measures to entry doors using
through the SCADA system. Staff is working with vendors on quotes.
• Lily Lake Tower Pressure Reducing Valve: TKDA selected to complete plans and
specifications. Project awarded. Project Completed.
• Sanitary Sewer Lining Main Street Stairs: Project Completed.
2024 PROJECTS
• Tower Drive Water Tower Painting: Project to be bid this winter and worked on this
summer.
• Lead Service Line Inventory: All Public Water Systems must complete and submit to the
State by October 2024, will be talking with TKDA.
• Mary Knoll Lift Station Replacement: Conversion of lift Station at Maryknoll Drive from
Wet well/ Drywell to Submersible Lift Station
• Well # 5 Garage: Add Garage to house standby generator.
• Well # 8 Pump: Hire contractor to pull, inspect and repair as needed. It’s recommended
to inspect pumps every ten years.
• Chlorine & Fluoride Equipment: Updating fluoride tanks with double wall spill
containment and adding additional Chlorine scales with switch over blocks.
• Aiple Lift Station: Scope includes adding a grinder to shred all the items so they are not
plugging the pumps.
• Rumpfs Lift Station: Replacing control panel, pumps and check valves.
• Portable Flow Meters: Purchase flow meters to track I/I through out the City.