FY26 Proposed Budget

• Continued work with Engineering to sustain the ongoing 5-year sewer maintenance program to optimize the Sewer Main Replacement fund. This incorporates the current lining repair program and captures sewer replacement projects. • Organize training for Engineering staff and invited contractor on installation of specialized MH riser rings and chimney seals. WWD management and collections staff will organize the training and to be provided at the WWTP. • Continued WWD partnership with the University of Iowa CEE Department on development of a technology park. The mission is pilot emerging technologies in wastewater treatment and water reclamation. • Continued offering of tours to outside groups, students of all grade levels and student interns to promote the importance of wastewater treatment as it applies to public safety and to “build the bench” of future professionals in the field of wastewater treatment and water reclamation. • Continued work of retaining staff and providing training opportunities for existing and new replacement staff. • Continued support to provide a training environment for student interns from KCC, DMACC and interested persons wanting experience in the wastewater industry.

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