Elko New Market City Council Meeting - April 9, 2026
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Fire Department promotions and oath of office ceremony
Public hearing regarding water quality concerns at 26340 Thomas Avenue
Request for reimbursement by Jeffrey and Don Whitell due to well interference
Findings of fact and record of decision regarding aquifer pump test impacts
Areas of Interest (3)
- Disputed water quality claims: City investigation suggests private well iron filter failure is due to age rather than municipal pumping.
- Contradictory maintenance records: Conflict between homeowner reported well maintenance and professional drilling company service logs.
- Municipal liability concerns: City faces claims for reimbursement after DNR-ordered pumping tests impacted residential water supply.
Notable Quotes (1)
This process for reviewing the items is intentionally formal and structured.
ProcedureSetting expectations for the water quality grievance hearing.
People (5)
MayorMayorPresiding officer of the city council meeting.
Presiding officer of the city council meeting.
Jeffrey WhitellResidentOwner of private well at 26340 Thomas Avenue seeking reimbursement.
Owner of private well at 26340 Thomas Avenue seeking reimbursement.
Don WhitellResidentOwner of private well at 26340 Thomas Avenue seeking reimbursement.
Owner of private well at 26340 Thomas Avenue seeking reimbursement.
Corey SchwikePublic Works DirectorMember of the detailed review committee evaluating well complaints.
Member of the detailed review committee evaluating well complaints.
Derek KavanaaughPublic Works LeadMember of the detailed review committee evaluating well complaints.
Member of the detailed review committee evaluating well complaints.
Places Mentioned
26340 Thomas AvenueElco North Edition
Events & Meetings (4)
- November-December 2023: City aquifer pump test period
- October 21, 2025 – November 6, 2025: Increased pumping event
- November 11, 2024: Hartman Well Drilling service at Thomas Avenue property
- February 6, 2026: City staff meeting with Whitells