FY 2425 2526 Recommended Operating Budget

Utilities Division

Wastewater Operations

640.5900

Division Description The Wastewater Operations Division plays a crucial role in managing and maintaining the City ’ s wastewater collection and conveyance infrastructure. In doing so, the Division prevents pollution and safeguards public health. The team oversees the overall management, administrative tasks, planning, and budgeting. It ensures that the Division operates efficiently, adheres to regulatory guidelines, and allocates resources effectively. From staffing to customer service, this group ensures smooth coordination and compliance with environmental standards. Another core area within the Division is wastewater lines maintenance. These dedicated professionals are responsible for maintaining, repairing, and replacing wastewater lines throughout the City. They oversee the construction of new lines, clear manholes, and address sewer backups. The team responds promptly to sewer blockages and other emergencies, serving as the first responders, ensuring uninterrupted service for residents. The City ’ s collection system consists of approximately 163 miles of up to 36 - inch gravity sewer pipes, which includes part of the Morgan Hill - Gilroy Joint Sewer Trunk, that convey flows towards the South County Regional Wastewater Authority (SCRWA) treatment plant. There, the wastewater undergoes proper treatment before being used for irrigation or discharged in accordance with environmental norms. Wastewater Operations uses the Enterprise Fund as its source of revenue; which means it charges a fee for the goods and/ or services it provides. FY 2022 - 23 and 2023 - 24 Accomplishments • Hydro cleaned 487,808 ft. of wastewater pipelines, inspected (CCTV) 114,733 ft. of the sewer collection system, and made 14 point repairs. • Upgraded CCTV software (POSM) from MS Access to a SQL database and integrated with the City ’ s GIS. • Completed Morgan Hill Citywide wastewater pipeline condition assessment project, added additional Smart Covers for alerting during high sewer levels in the manholes, and completed point repairs at Del Monte and Central and at Lift Station K to improve sewer flow and prevent blockage. • Completed the City ’ s Sanitary Sewer Master Plan, replaced the generators at Lift Stations I and C to meet emission requirements and completed a major sewer main repair right before the rainy season, following a major landslide event off Shady Lane.

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