Shrum, Burrows, Holguin, Mahon, Funk. Motion carried 5-2. Mayor Funk commented that licensed plumbers know what is needed to complete correct installations. The voucher system places the responsibility where it belongs, with the contractor. Mayor Funk continued that contractors have an obligation to report incorrect work when observed.
Contractors work in a self-policing society with set standards to be met.
Motion carried unanimously. City Manager Tom Adams commented that in her review of the contract, City Attorney Mindy Ward pointed out the contract was for a set time and could terminate at the end of the term. The City has long term needs and the Spence source is a critical part of the water system. An important part of the negotiations involved changing the contract to a perpetual and lasting term. The water district was agreeable to such terms and willing to accept the City as a part owner rather than a contractor for a term of years.