Renovation of a water / sewer project in Bradenton, Florida. Completed plans call for the renovation of a water / sewer project.

As of October 16, 2023, a contractor has been awarded. A firm timeline for construction completion has not been established. Replace existing motor control center (MCC) and service entrance breaker, remove transformer, distribution center, lighting panel, and equipment room lighting. Replace and upgrade all equipment as needed to bring electrical components up to current electrical standards. Replace generator, or install a stand-by auxiliary pump with diesel engine, with sizing appropriate for the recently replaced VFDs and new electrical improvements. Improve the electrical area to be an air conditioned space, or construct a new electrical building or enclosure. The new electrical system configuration will include arc flash electrical safety improvements for compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA-70E). The MCC and main breaker need to be upgraded and brought up to proper National Electrical Code standard and upgraded to proper safety code. The generator needs to be replaced with a newer appropriately sized unit, or with an auxiliary pump with diesel engine that can provide reliable backup pumping during electrical outages. The project should include an evaluation of the feasibility, costs, advantages, and disadvantages of using an auxiliary pump versus a standby generator. Electrical gear needs to be enclosed in a climate-controlled space for long-term reliability. The project will include a feasibility study to determine the options and costs to improve the electrical area to be air conditioned or to construct a new electrical building or enclosure. *Project information has been obtained through a public capital improvement plan (CIP). A CIP is a financial schedule for short- and long-range projects which is updated regularly. Information listed in the CIP often evolves based on funding availability and the project details, including timeline and value, are subject to change. The content management team will continue to pursue additional details as they become available.