Bruce Cordon

The Board discussed operational plans, including a scheduled tour of the old and new laboratory facilities and provided status updates on key projects. Members were distributed copies of the updated Board policy manual for review and were directed to provide feedback during the next work session. Additionally, the Board convened in executive session to discuss exempt records.

The board held a regular meeting to conduct official business. Key discussion topics included public testimony regarding ethical responsibilities, the approval of the consent agenda, and the appointment of the General Manager to the advisory commission. The board held a public hearing to adopt the fiscal year 2026-2027 pay plan for represented employees and amend the position allocation report. Additionally, the board received a status update on the redomestication of the Clean Water Insurance Company from Hawaii to Arizona and formally approved the company's updated board charter.

The board conducted a work session focused on a rate study discussion, examining cost allocation factors, reserve fund targets, capital replacement depreciation expense analysis, and the implications of potential rate increases. The discussion also covered director and leadership communication, including plans for upcoming meetings with legislators. Additionally, the board held an executive session to discuss labor negotiations.

The board meeting focused on the recruitment process for community positions on the Audit Committee, with staff providing recommendations for upcoming appointments. Discussions covered the investment portfolio, the necessity of incorporating vacation planning into the board roundtable, and updates regarding the transition to a permanent General Manager. Additionally, leadership provided a budget committee recap, position updates, and information on future rate presentations and meeting frameworks. The board also reviewed onboarding strategies for the new General Manager and held an executive session concerning labor negotiations and exempt records.

The board convened for an executive session to discuss the employment of a public official, as well as exempt records and potential litigation matters.