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Oct 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Florida Governmental Utility Authority Board of Directors Board Meeting
The board addressed several operational and financial agenda items. Key actions included the approval of various water and wastewater connection agreements and work authorizations for projects at McDill Air Force Base involving Southeast Cherokee Construction, US Water Services Corporation, and Acenture. The board also authorized a progressive design-build agreement for the Seven Springs water treatment plant pressure filter replacement project. An amendment to the compensation and management services agreements for US Water Services and Acenture was passed, incorporating annual economic price adjustments. Furthermore, the board approved the close-out of a state revolving fund loan associated with the Aerodondo Estates water main replacement. The session concluded with informational presentations regarding a quarterly strategic planning update, which highlighted new staffing hires and social media engagement growth, alongside a report on a recent community meeting concerning the Rainbow River Rio Vista Septic/Sewer project.
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The board meeting primarily focused on the fiscal year 2027 budget, including proposed rate adjustments and capital improvement project funding across various utility systems. Key discussions involved CPI-based rate adjustments, the need for additional rate studies for specific systems, and the impact of debt service and increased operating expenses on coverage ratios. The board reviewed capital improvement plans for several systems, noting the reliance on grants, state revolving fund loans, and impact fees to fund necessary infrastructure projects.
This document is a summary report from the Florida Governmental Utility Authority (FGUA) Board of Directors' 2026 Strategic Planning Session. It outlines discussions and feedback on the organization's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements, a SWOT analysis, current programs, grant-funded initiatives, financial management, operational changes, and long-term organizational outlook. The report concludes with proposed overarching Board priorities for 2026, intended to guide the FGUA's direction and foster continuous improvement in its utility services.
Apr 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Florida Governmental Utility Authority Board Of Directors Meeting Agenda
The agenda includes a public hearing regarding water and wastewater service charges and fees for the Dunnellon Utility System. The consent agenda features various change orders, amendments, and work authorizations for projects including the Jungle Den Inflow and Infiltration Correction, Interim Water Capacity Supply, and multiple developer project conveyances. Financial items cover rate studies and budget amendments. Operational business involves engineering services for the North Fort Myers Septic to Sewer Project, pump procurement for the Del Prado WRF, and connection agreements for MacDill AFB. Informational items include status updates on capital improvements, outreach, collections, and a quarterly litigation update.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
