Resolution authorizing the City Manager to make as-needed purchases of phosphate from Carus Corporation, 315 Fifth Street, Peru, IL 61354, at a rate of $0.72/lb in an amount not to exceed $129,600 annually to be used at the Brennan Water Treatment Plant. Phosphate is injected into the City’s water distribution system to inhibit corrosion and reduce lead and copper metals. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) has approved the use of phosphate in municipal water supply distribution systems. Phosphate from other manufacturers were previously tested extensively by the City. The test concluded that the Carus phosphate reduced the levels of lead and copper metals better than the phosphate supplied by the other manufacturers. As a result, the City has purchased phosphate as a sole source from Carus for the past seven years. The continued use of the Carus phosphate has enabled the City to maintain high quality drinking water and comply fully with drinking water regulatory standards. The Utilities Department is proposing to continue using Carus to provide phosphate for FY 2019 and FY 2020. Funds available in the Water and Sewer Operating Fund FY 2019.
Recommendation: Utilities Director recommends adoption of the Resolution.