Public Works skimmed the wastewater lagoons this week and last week. A vacuum truck removed built-up materials, including fats, oils, grease, and biosolids, which were then hauled to a landfill. This essential work made a noticeable dent in the surface layer and may help reduce odors around town. Although not always visible, this work plays a critical role in maintaining the infrastructure that keeps our communityโ€™s wastewater system running safely and efficiently.

  • Industrial machine with control panels and hoses sits beside a large, algae-covered pond. Overcast sky and distant trees create a gloomy atmosphere.
  • A lagoon with murky water and algal bloom near the shore, under a cloudy sky. A pipe extends from the left, and trees line the distant edge.
  • A large white vacuum truck is parked on a gravel path beside a pond, using an extended hose to clean the water surface under an overcast sky.