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Element 4 – Operations and Maintenance Program City of Pleasanton Sewer System Management Plan, July 2025 20 are included have roots cut by in-house staff prior to chemical applications by contracted services. Vector Control: The objective of the vector control program is to: (1) maintain a safe working environment for staff and (2) proactively address public concerns and maintain good public image by reducing the likelihood of disease-transmitting vectors (i.e., spiders, insects, rats, etc.) migrating from the collection system to homes and businesses. This program is currently the responsibility of Alameda County. Any areas of infestation that are identified during inspection are alerted to Alameda County. Pipe Repair: Pipe segments identified as requiring repair are either placed on the Utilities Division repair and replacement plan or flagged for further evaluation as part of the engineering-based condition assessments that inform the CIP (see Section 8). Pipe repairs on the Utilities Division repair and replacement plan are primarily performed utilizing contract services. 4.2.2: Manholes The City will inspect manholes during the pipe cleaning and inspection process utilizing City inspection forms. Results of the inspection inform of the maintenance and/or repair activities needed. Manholes identified as requiring repair are either placed on the Utilities Division repair and replacement plan or flagged for further evaluation as part of the engineering-based condition assessments that inform the CIP (see Section 8). Manhole repairs on the Utilities Division repair and replacement plan are primarily performed utilizing contract services. The City has 34 SMART covers installed in strategic locations to provide advanced notification of sewage surcharge and possibility of spill. These covers provide continuous monitoring/alerts and are maintained on a monthly basis by in-house staff. 4.2.3: Lift Stations The City will inspect its lift stations utilizing City inspection forms. Note that the City is in the process of standardizing its lift station inspection form at the time of this SSMP Update. Inspections vary based on the type of inspection activity. Results of the inspection inform the maintenance and/or repair activities needed. Items identified as requiring repair are either placed on the Utilities Division repair and replacement plan or flagged for further evaluation as part of the engineering-based condition assessments that inform the CIP (see Section 8). Repairs on the Utilities Division repair and replacement plan are performed in-house or with contracted services based on the nature of the repair. 4.2.4: Force Mains The City will inspect its force mains on a yearly basis by walking the alignment and looking for evidence of leaks such as sink holes or depressions. The City will also inspect its valve vaults and air valves on a quarterly basis. Results of the inspections inform of the maintenance and/or repair activities needed. Items identified as requiring repair are either placed on the