Council to weigh radio fees, SCADA upgrade, and new supervisor role on Wednesday

A preview of the Wednesday, October 14 meeting from the city's agenda packet. Nothing here has been decided yet.

The short version: Council will hear about a new combined supervisor role for Public Works, continue 2027 budget discussions, and vote on a major telemetry system upgrade and radio fee agreement.

Up for a vote

• SCADA Telemetry Master Plan and Design: The city is modernizing its water, wastewater, and stormwater monitoring systems. Council is set to vote on approving the master plan and design work for $292,730.
• Pierce County Radio Fees: The county is invoicing the city $42,000 annually to use the Pierce County 700MHz radio network. Council will decide whether to pay this fee or continue declining payment based on the city's position that Proposition 1 tax funds should cover these costs.

Discussion and presentations

• Stormwater & Maintenance Supervisor Position: Public Works is proposing to combine the vacant Stormwater Supervisor role with Maintenance supervision. The position would expand responsibilities and include a 12% wage increase to $132,563 annually.
• 2027 Budget Discussion: Finance Director will continue the budget conversation following a workshop held earlier this month.
• 2027 Revenue Sources: A public hearing will be held on how the city plans to fund next year's budget.

Routine business

• Council will consider approving claims vouchers totaling $601,311.42, payroll of $294,377.85, and meeting minutes from recent sessions.

How to take part

• In person: Orting City Hall, 104 Bridge St S, 5:00 pm
• Join on Zoom
• Watch live on Pierce County TV
• Written comments: email [email protected] by 3pm on the day of the meeting.

Read the full agenda packet (PDF)