Authorization to purchase replacement pump for Central Pump Station to feed spurline. Ms. Wagner presented quotes for a replacement pump for the Central Pump Station. She explained that the entire assembly needs replacing and the pump is needed as soon as possible since it is the lead pump and provides pressure to the west service area including Agua Dulce, Sablatura Park and Banquete Pump Stations. Odessa Pumps (DNOW Process Solutions) provided a quote of $8,710 with delivery in 14-15 weeks. PS Inc. provided a quote of $6,409 for the pump only without the entire setup. Smith Pump Company, Inc. provided a quote of $14,979.69 with a lead time of 4-5 weeks and a 12-month warranty. This option includes the complete setup. Mr. Galvan made a motion to authorize purchase of the replacement pump from Smith Pump Company in the amount of $14,979.69. Mr. Rodriguez seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.9/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.