Denise A. Bensing

The meeting addressed New Holland Borough's estimated treatment costs for 2026 and reviewed M.J. Reider lab reports, confirming no surcharge for October. The financial report was approved, along with the payment of bills. The engineer reported on completed landscaping, properties needing connection reminders, and the Shady Maple RV project's PennDOT HOP application. Discussions also covered the Carriage Way (Ellis) water service lines, Twin Springs Well Connection, and water storage tank rehabilitation. Issues with the Terre Hill pumping station's VFDs were reported. The committee agreed that temporary clerical help wasn't needed and approved hiring a potential operations staff member. The 2026 Water and Sewer Budgets were approved, and resolutions were adopted to ratify the 2026 Sewer and Water Rates.

The meeting addressed a penalty waiver request, reviewed lab reports, and discussed the third quarter budget. The financial report was approved, and bills were authorized for payment. Updates were provided on the acquisition of Becker Engineering by Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc., along with progress on connections and restoration work. Capacity allocation for Spring Grove Rd. was approved. The board reviewed a record drawing review letter for Lighthouse Assembly of God and discussed a request from Vista Block's developer. The board also discussed water and sewer rates for 2026, setting new rates per EDU and consumption.

The meeting addressed requests related to grinder pump wiring and lateral charges, reviewed lab reports, and discussed the administrative report, including the budget, insurance package, and billing software upgrade. The financial report was approved along with the payment of bills. The engineer's report covered the WWTF project, paving proposals, Timberline, Millstream, PA Auction Center, Sauder Hardscape, Harting Subdivision, Earland Industrial Complex, Terre Hill Water System Water Tapping Fees, Chapter 94 Report to DEP, and Twin Springs Well Connection. The personnel committee discussed the mowing season and the purchase of a vac-truck. The operations report mentioned service callouts and electrical issues. Easement Encroachment Agreements for Petre and Stoltzfus properties were executed.

The Weaverland Valley Authority board addressed concerns from residents regarding grinder tank issues and high water bills due to leaks. They discussed reimbursement requests for electrical upgrades and reviewed lab reports. The board also approved closing the construction account and authorized automatic withdrawals for USDA loan payments. A new website was proposed through PSATS web hosting services. The engineer reported on completed paving, repairs to damaged grinder tanks, and permanent repairs to a manhole. The board approved grinder pumping facilities installation, capacity allocations for Main St properties, and a sanitary sewer capacity request for VistaBlock. The operation's report highlighted increased flows and a Sanitary Sewer Overflow incident. Finally, the board executed an Easement Encroachment Agreement with James & Jennifer Houck.

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics including a request to forfeit capacity for a property on N. Earl St., the resignation of Randy Miller, and weekly lab results from M.J. Reider (Shady Maple). The new website was reported as live. Financial reports were reviewed and approved. The engineer reported on the connection of 1339 Union Grove Rd., Timberline Estates, Lighthouse Assembly of God, Shady Maple RV, Garden Spot Fire and Rescue, 529 Ranck Rd. (VistaBlock), 1013 E. Main St., Carriage Way (Ellis), College Ave. Property, and Twin Springs Well Connection. A recommendation was made to overcoat the exterior of the water storage tank. The operations supervisor reported on service calls and tank issues, as well as a discrepancy with the DEP regarding the lead service line inventory submission.