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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Mineral Wells public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Willow Creek wastewater treatment plant blower replacement
The consent agenda carries a purchase order for up to $77,165.02 to replace an aeration blower at the Willow Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant — core sewer plant equipment.
Hilltop Water Treatment Plant design work
The water district's budget winds down as the new Hilltop plant nears completion. About half the water reaching the plant comes from blending agreements with other cities and, soon, leased rancher water rights — keeping the lake from being drained too low.
Millsap wholesale water agreement
The city's wholesale water deal with Millsap Water Supply got a 30-day extension while the city keeps negotiating. Water supply security is on the line.
Sewer rate increase, no water rate increase
Water rates stay flat next year, but sewer rates rise about 6.3% — about $2.58 more per month for a typical household. New debt payments for the Hilltop plant are a big driver of the water-sewer fund budget.
Airport Airfield Drainage Improvements
The Garver Engineering study identified drainage problems at the regional airport and ranked the fixes. Council accepted the study and let staff start working with TxDOT Aviation to advance the top-priority project.
Texas Water Development Board Grant and Master Water Plan
Council approved a resolution to accept a TWDB grant and funding tied to the Master Water Plan, continuing the city's push to shore up long-term water supply.