CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Chattanooga City Council members are pressing for answers on whether planned wastewater borrowing for the Moccasin Bend treatment plant could also help address aging sewer pipes and sewer overflows.
During Tuesday City Council meeting, councilman Dennis Clark said…
“I think we need to borrow another million dollars for our aging infrastructure so we’re not fined and we can be ready for aging infrastructure issues.”
Wastewater staff says the loan would fund upgrades the city is required to make under a legal agreement.
They outlined plans to replace the plant, improve wastewater treatment and expand capabilities.
Staff also agreed to provide additional information about the financing and about previous sewer system improvements…