Bernard J. Francis

The board meeting included reports from the Engineering and Finance committees, as well as discussions on infrastructure projects including the Plant #5 addition, the new administrative building and board room, and various waterline replacement and repair projects. Financial matters addressed involved the approval of specific project invoices, change orders, and a review of monthly financials. Operational updates focused on distribution system improvements such as cellular meter upgrades and fire hydrant maintenance, alongside administrative scheduling for upcoming meetings.

The committee reviewed the organization's financial reports and current invoices. Following the review, the committee formulated a recommendation for the full board to approve the payment of all presented invoices.

The committee discussed updates on several infrastructure projects, including the Plant #5 Addition Bond Project, the progress on the Administrative Building and Board Meeting Room, and options for the Bayou L'Ourse Waterline Repair. Updates were provided regarding the Capital Outlay Request for a new waterline to the Paincourtville Pump Station and the status of Water Sector Grant applications. Additionally, the committee approved several invoice payments for construction, inspection, and testing services.

The meeting included the approval of engineering committee motions and invoices, as well as authorization for the payment of monthly financial invoices. A presentation on the Badger Meter AMR system was conducted, followed by a question-and-answer session. Furthermore, updates were provided regarding distribution operations and plant activities.

The committee discussed updates on several bond projects, including the Plant #5 Addition, the Administrative Building, and the Elevated Tower Rehabilitation Project Phase 3, which involved a change order for a safety climb system. The committee approved payments for various invoices related to consulting services, construction work, and testing services. Additionally, updates were provided regarding the status of the Bayou L'Ourse waterline repair, a capital outlay request for a new waterline to the Paincourtville Pump Station, and the Water Sector Grant.