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CITY OF GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM
Report: Specification No. 4032 for the Glendale High Recycled Water Booster Pump and Motor No. 2 Repair Project.
1. Resolution adopting Specification No. 4032 for the Glendale High Recycled Water Booster Pump and Motor No. 2 Repair and directing the City Clerk to advertise for bids.
COUNCIL ACTION
Item Type: Consent Calendar
Approved for January 13, 2026 calendar
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Glendale High Recycled Water Booster Pump Station (also referred to as the Glendale High Booster Station) plays a critical role in Glendale Water & Power’s (GWP) recycled water system, supplying approximately 80% of the City’s recycled water facilities. In September 2025, Pump No. 2 was taken offline due to signs of mechanical failure, prompting GWP to issue an Emergency Purchase Order for its removal and inspection by General Pump Company (General Pump) at a cost of $9,550. With Pump No. 1 operating solely without redundancy, the refurbishment and reinstallation of Pump No. 2 has been prioritized to maintain system reliability.
Following the assessment report provided by General Pump, GWP staff has prepared the specifications for the necessary repairs in order to advertise the project for bids.
RECOMMENDATION
Approve a Resolution adopting Specification No. 4032 for the Glendale High Recycled Water Booster Pump and Motor No. 2 Repair and direct the City Clerk to advertise for bids. Specification No. 4032 is on file and available at the Glendale Water & Power - Water Engineering Service Counter.
ANALYSIS
The Glendale High Recycled Water Booster Pump Station pumps recycled water from the Los Angeles - Glendale Water Reclamation Plant (LAGWRP) directly into the City’s recycled water system and other recycled water facilities. This booster station plays a vital role in Glendale Water & Power’s recycled water system, supplying approximately 80% of the City’s recycled water facilities, including:
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Lower Scholl Recycled Booster Station
Upper Scholl Recycled Booster Station and Tank
Glendale Recycled Tank
Fern Lane Recycled Booster Station and Tank
Freeway Recycled Reservoir
Collectively, these facilities provide recycled water to the entire northeastern portion of GWP’s service area, including the Oakmont Country Club.
The Glendale High Booster Pump Station is equipped with two 400-horsepower pumps and motors. Pump No. 2 was taken offline by GWP operators after exhibiting signs of mechanical failure, which were consistent with the deteriorating pump and motor bearings observed.
In September 2025, GWP requested an Emergency Purchase Order through an active contract that authorizes urgent repairs of this nature. General Pump was contracted to perform the removal and inspection, as GWP does not currently have the equipment or infrastructure capable of handling pumps of this size. General Pump, recognized for its exceptional workmanship and long-standing partnership with GWP, provided a quote of $9,550.00 for the emergency pump removal and inspection.
With Pump No. 1 operating alone without redundancy, the GWP Water Division has prioritized the removal and refurbishment of Pump No. 2 to maintain the integrity and reliability of the recycled water system. This action follows the recommendations of the assessment report for Glendale High Booster Pump No. 2 submitted to GWP by General Pump.
The refurbishment and reinstallation of Pump No. 2 will require additional time, labor, materials, transportation, and installation services.
Based on the evaluation and recommendations in the assessment report, GWP staff has prepared Specification No. 4032 for the Repair and Reinstallation of Glendale High Pump No. 2 and are ready to advertise the project for bids.
STAKEHOLDERS/OUTREACH
Not applicable.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Glendale High Recycled Water Booster Pump and Motor No. 2 Repair Project is estimated to cost $70,000.
Staff will return to City Council to award a contract to the lowest responsive bidder; at which time staff will identify specific funds and cost centers that will be used as a funding source and will provide appropriation information. 34e
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA/NEPA)
The item herein is to adopt specifications and advertise to solicit bids and is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and thus a CEQA analysis is not required.
CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE
Not applicable.
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Alternative 1: Choose not to adopt Specification No. 4032 for the Glendale High Recycled Water Booster Pump and Motor No. 2 Repair, and to not advertise for bids. This would result in Glendale High Pump No. 2 remaining offline, requiring the station to operate solely on Glendale High Pump No. 1 without redundancy, risking the reliability of the recycled water system. This is not a recommended alternative.
Alternative 2: Consider any other alternative not proposed by staff.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION
Submitted by:
Scott K. Mellon, P.E., General Manager - Glendale Water & Power Prepared by:
Chisom Obegolu, P.E., Assistant General Manager - Water Approved by:
Roubik R. Golanian, P.E., City Manager
EXHIBITS/ATTACHMENTS
None.