Lakes Area Sewer Authority Selects Inframark for Its Wastewater Operations

The six-year contract includes an option for five additional years.

Horsham, Pa., July 27, 2021 ─ Inframark, LLC, is pleased to announce that the Lakes Area Sewer Authority (LASA) of Marcellus, Mich., has chosen the company for full-service operations and maintenance of its wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), 11 lift stations, and 30-mile collection system. The six-year contract, with an option for a five-year renewal, will begin Aug. 1, 2021.

“Lakes Area Sewer Authority is excited to partner with Inframark not only because of their ability to staff the project, but also the regional and national support they have offered. As a result of this partnership, LASA will receive access to best-in-class asset management tools, employee training, and growth opportunities, and have access to Inframark’s vast network of subject matter experts,” said LASA Chairman Gerald Melko. “Inframark’s customer-focused approach will provide the Authority with the greatest immediate and long-term value.”

The addition of LASA adds to Inframark’s resume in the Great Lakes State, where the company also operates the WWTP, nine lift stations, and 15-mile collection system in Howell Twp., as well as the WWTP for the Tawas Utilities Authority.

“Inframark is proud to partner with the Lakes Area Sewer Authority for its wastewater operations,” said Inframark Vice President Kirt Ervin. “We will ensure that we provide the Authority and its customers with the excellent service and expertise that they should expect and deserve.”

About Inframark

Inframark, LLC (www.inframark.com), is a standalone American infrastructure services company focused on operation and maintenance of water and wastewater systems, management of community infrastructure, and back-office services.

With more than 40 years of experience in managing water-related infrastructure, the company employs in excess of 1,500 people serving more than 300 clients in 19 states. Its North American operations manages facilities that can treat over a billion gallons of drinking water and wastewater daily. It also manages more than 7,000 miles of wastewater collection and water distribution networks. Its infrastructure management services group serves 220 clients with financial, administrative and specialized support services.