ORD 16 Declaring a public emergency in connection with the emergency replacement of the transformers at the Lucas Wastewater Treatment Plant for turblex blowers.

This ordinance declares a public emergency to ratify the emergency purchase and installation of two transformers for the turblex blowers at the Lucas Wastewater Treatment Plant. The plant currently has only two working transformers, down from four, which is hindering the aeration process essential for wastewater treatment. Failure to address this could compromise the city's treatment process and permits.

Key Details:

• Action: Ratifies emergency purchase and installation of two transformers.
• Location: Lucas Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Reason: Two of four turblex blower transformers have failed, impacting aeration.
• Contractor: Feazel Electrical Contracting Inc.
• Cost: Approximately $375,500.
• Funding Source: Water & Sewerage Operating Funds (Capital Budget).
• Timeline: Ordinance introduced 02/24/2026, final passage expected 03/10/2026.
• Legal Requirement: Public emergency declaration to be published in the official journal within ten days.