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Aug 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Orange County Water District Committee Meeting
The Communications and Legislative Liaison Committee met to discuss updates on various state and federal legislative matters of interest to the District. Key agenda items included status reports on state legislation regarding water disaster preparedness, groundwater recharge, PFAS regulations, and legislative updates from the District's federal advocate. The committee also reviewed ongoing funding requests for projects such as the Santiago Creek recharge area and PFAS cleanup grant opportunities, while coordinating legislative strategies ahead of upcoming board meetings.
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The Retirement Committee and the Board of Directors convened to discuss investment line-ups and fund performance reviews for the 401(a) Money Purchase Retirement Plan and the 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. Key discussion topics included evaluating the current investment options, considering recommendations for fiduciary and advisory services, and specifically reviewing funds currently flagged on the red flag list. Decisions regarding fund removals, replacements, and red flag status adjustments were evaluated to ensure adherence to fiduciary responsibilities.
Jun 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Orange County Water District Regular Meeting Board Of Directors
The Board meeting focused on various operational, financial, and legislative matters. Key topics included the commemoration of a retiring district employee, the continuation of software pilot programs, and the authorization of legislative advocacy services at both state and federal levels. The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including emergency repairs, geophysical investigations, treatment plant upgrades, and pipeline inspections. Financial actions included the establishment of project budgets, ratification of labor agreements, authorization of chemical procurement contracts, and the review of cash control and investment reports. Additionally, the Board discussed committee-recommended actions and held a closed session regarding potential litigation.
Jun 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Orange County Water District Administration/Finance Issues Committee Meeting
The committee discussed several financial and operational items for the Recharge Operations facilities, including the need for additional funds for on-road and off-road fuel, electrical utilities, and general maintenance due to above-average rainfall. Proposals were also reviewed for additional funds for infrastructure and equipment repair, the renewal of the antiscalant supply agreement with American Water Chemicals, and the receipt and filing of monthly cash control and investment portfolio holdings reports. Additionally, the committee addressed planning for a pre-audit meeting with auditors and considered the amendment of a loan agreement for well construction.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
