Department Of Water Supply County Of Hawai'i Water Board Meeting
The board meeting addressed several critical operational and administrative items. Key discussions included the approval of an increase to the Power Cost Charge and an update on the Kahaluʻu Boosters A & B repair project following a lack of bid submissions. The board reviewed recovery efforts related to Hurricane Lala, including lifting boil water notices and considering waivers for water consumption charges for affected customers. The meeting also featured a review of financial statements and the Manager-Chief Engineer's report, which provided status updates on North Kona wells and announced the upcoming retirements of key staff members, including the Human Resources Specialist and the Manager-Chief Engineer.
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Department of Water Supply, County of Hawai'i Water Board Water Board Meeting Minutes
The board meeting covered several key procurement and operational items. The board approved the contract award for transformer maintenance and upgrades. Revisions were approved for a water rate study contract, including an evaluation of rate proposals for fiscal years 2028-2032. Additional funds were authorized for the purchase of irrigation controllers and wireless rain sensors as part of a water conservation program. The board also approved an engagement addendum and service level agreement for an enterprise asset management software solution. Furthermore, the board received monthly progress reports on various projects, reviewed monthly financial statements, and heard updates regarding the restoration of the Waiʻaha Well and recent system leak repairs.
Apr 28, 2026·Board meeting
Water Board Of The County Of Hawai'i Public Hearing
The public hearing was held to discuss the proposed 2027 operating budget and the five-year capital improvements budget for the Department of Water Supply. The Chairperson opened the floor for public comments or testimony, but none were registered or provided.
Mar 24, 2026·Board meeting
Department Of Water Supply County Of Hawai'i Water Board Water Board Meeting
The Board approved a contract change order for motor repairs at Lālāmilo A Deepwell and an increase in contingency funds for discharge piping materials at Kahaluʻu Shaft due to federal tariffs. A resolution was adopted to authorize the receipt and expenditure of up to $25,000,000 in Drinking Water State Revolving Funds for capital improvement projects. Additionally, the Board reviewed the proposed fiscal year 2027 operating and five-year capital improvement budgets, discussed monthly financial statements and progress reports, and received updates on North Kona well operations, resilience strategies, and repair efforts following a recent Kona Low weather event. The meeting concluded with a site visit to the Kahaluʻu Shaft.
