Summary
The 40-year-old service water system upgrade came in over budget — lowest bid $389,000 against $285,600 allocated — so leftover aeration-line bond funds are being redirected to cover it.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Mar 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
$148,695.97 in unspent bond funds reallocated; no new borrowing.
Wastewater plant operations and ratepayers who avoid new borrowing.
Water and sewer ratepayers could face higher rates if major upgrades are required.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Finance, Organization and Personnel Committee - Mar 12, 2026
Keene's wastewater discharge permit expires soon and tighter limits — possibly on PFAS and other contaminants — could force major, expensive treatment upgrades. Design money is placeholdered for FY29.
Finance, Organization and Personnel Committee - Jan 22, 2026
The 40-year-old service water system upgrade came in over budget — lowest bid $389,000 against $285,600 allocated — so leftover aeration-line bond funds are being redirected to cover it.
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