Cristel Tufenkjian

The board meeting agenda includes the review and approval of the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 administrative budget and the setting of the assessment rate. Key administrative topics involve receiving the general manager's report, certifying the results of the Proposition 218 election, and discussing the bid opening for the McMullin Expansion Project to determine next steps. Additionally, the board will conduct a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding three potential cases of anticipated litigation.

The Board of Directors meeting agenda includes a public hearing regarding the adoption of a special benefit assessment, including the processing and qualification of ballots. The financial agenda items feature the review and authorization of payment obligations, an unaudited financial statement for the period ending March 31, 2026, the presentation of a draft fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, and the review of a final audit report. General administration topics involve reports on water bank environmental reviews, engineering, and grant programs. Additionally, the board will receive progress updates on the Groundwater Sustainability Plan implementation and coordination with the Kings Subbasin GSAs. The meeting will conclude with director and committee reports, as well as a closed session regarding anticipated litigation.

The meeting includes a public comment session followed by a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation involving significant exposure to potential legal cases. The Board Chairman will provide a report on any actions taken during the closed session before the meeting is adjourned.

The Board of Directors discussed and ratified check disbursements and approved the annual contract renewal for general engineering services. Updates were provided on the Aquaterra Water Bank environmental review and a water meter rebate program. Regarding the McMullin Expansion Project, the Board approved a contract for a Proposition 218 assessment balloting campaign, accepted a draft Engineer's Report, scheduled a public hearing for the election, and approved a construction financing proposal from Holman Capital Corporation. Additionally, the Board addressed groundwater sustainability planning, established a Policy Ad Hoc Committee, and held a closed session regarding potential litigation.

The board meeting agenda focuses on administrative, financial, and project-specific updates. Key topics include the review and authorization of agency financial obligations, a general manager report covering contract renewals, water bank status, and grant compliance. A significant portion of the meeting is dedicated to the McMullin On-Farm Flood Capture Expansion Project, specifically concerning consultant contracts for assessment balloting, approval of the engineer's report, setting the date for a Proposition 218 public hearing, and securing construction financing. Additionally, the board will receive progress reports on the Groundwater Sustainability Plan, director reports, and updates from ad hoc committees, including the proposal for a new policy committee. The meeting concludes with a closed session regarding anticipated litigation.