At its Thursday meeting, the Hays City Commission is expected to move forward on naming a owner-representative for the imminent reconstruction of the wastewater treatment plant.

Staff is recommending a $1.71 million contract with Lee’s Summit-based HDR Engineering Inc. to serve as the city’s lead on the project, which is expected to cost between $26 million and $28 million.

The owner-representative partnership is designed “to ensure we build the most efficient and effective facility as possible, control costs, and protect the city’s interest,” according to a memo to the commission from Assistant City Manager Paul Briseno.

The commission also will discuss a proposal to increase pay for city commissioners. The issue was raised by outgoing City Commissioner Kent Steward, who is not seeking re-election in Tuesday’s city/school elections.

Among other action, the commission is scheduled to appoint Kim Thomason to a two-year term on the CARE Council and appoint Paul Phillips to a three-year term on the Hays Area Planning Commission.

Thursday’s meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 1507 Main. For a complete agenda and supporting documents, click HERE.