Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lake Geneva public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in water utilities with high priority
East Side Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Upsizing
Growth from Symphony Bay and planned commercial and residential development along the East Side Interceptor corridor has the sewer near capacity. A $248,000 design contract kicks off an eventual roughly $5 million upsizing project funded largely by impact fees.
Lead service line replacements doubled to 30 lines
Sixteen properties with lead or galvanized services will get the utility side replaced, with bidding authorized and awards expected in August. Homeowners are being worked with on replacing their side too.
Backup power for water system after storm vulnerability
After July's storm knocked out power, the utility is designing backup generators for the water treatment plant plus standby power reviews at two wellhouses, a boost station, and lift stations — keeping water flowing during outages.
Verizon tower lease renewal terms
Verizon wants 20 more years on the Host Drive tower lease: a 5% rent bump in year one, then 4% a year. The antennas cost the utility nothing to host, so it's nearly pure revenue — the commission took the deal, pending final legal language.
2026 Lead Service Line Replacement Project
The utility is doubling its lead pipe replacement project to about 30 lines, with options for homeowners to replace their private side at the same time. Bidding is targeted for early 2027.
Highway 50 utility adjustments and hydrant relocation
The city agreed to forgo reimbursement for utility easement areas in the Highway 50 project in exchange for a relinquished easement that becomes full right-of-way for city utility use.