Abel Moreno

This strategic plan for the District outlines a roadmap for 2023-2027, focusing on achieving excellence in utility performance and addressing long-term needs. Key strategic goals include fostering continuous growth through professional development and digital transformation, ensuring efficient and optimized operations, maintaining financial creditworthiness, and engaging with the community through proactive communication and education. The plan emphasizes continual improvement, innovation, and resilience in service delivery.

The Board of Directors will consider approving proposals for amending Article III (Pre-Treatment Standards) and Article IV (Industrial Pre-Treatment Program) of the District's Rules and Regulations, as well as amending the District's Enforcement Response Plan (ERP). These amendments are in connection with a recently concluded U.S. Environmental Protection Agency periodic audit of the District's industrial pre-treatment program pursuant to the Clean Water Act.

The Board discussed and approved several action items, including pay applications for various construction projects, the purchase of Neptune Technology Group meter equipment, and electronic payments. They also approved the 2023 Audited Financial Statements and re-appointed Sarah Niyork to the Metro Water Recovery Board of Directors. A Website Accessibility Policy was approved, and contracts were authorized for construction services on the Brighton Road Interceptor, third-party inspection services, and 2024 Water System R&R work. Additionally, a public hearing was held and a Board Order was approved for the inclusion of property, and a purchase agreement was authorized to order eight replacement fleet trucks. The Board also discussed hosting a telephone town hall regarding the Klein Enhancement Project and proposed amendments to the District's Bylaws.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. A public hearing was held, and a resolution was approved regarding a supplemental budget for 2025. A services agreement with Brown and Caldwell was approved for designing pump stations technology upgrades. A construction contract was approved with Sun Valley Contractors for lift station improvements, along with an amendment to the contract with Muller Engineering for construction management services. Additionally, a services agreement was approved with QP Services, LLC for the annual fire hydrants and water valves preventive maintenance program. The board also discussed proposed revisions to the District's Rules and Regulations, the possible location of CDPHE permanent air monitoring facilities on District property, and the timing of the May 6, 2025 regular election and the May Board meeting.

The Board held a public hearing and approved a resolution adopting the final Water Efficiency Plan, authorizing the District Manager to incorporate comments from the Colorado Water Conservation Board, subject to legal review. The EPA's final Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) for PFAS was discussed, with plans for a press release from the District. The consent agenda included approval of agreements and pay applications for various projects, as well as a resolution proclaiming May 5-11, 2024, as Drinking Water Week.