Dominic L. DiSalvo

The meeting included discussions on administrative reports from department directors, specifically regarding a time extension for the FEMA BRIC program, preparation of records for ACADIS, and the status of a pump station project. The Board also reviewed Resolution 26-1-023 concerning the default of a construction contractor on the Sludge Digester Improvements Project and the transition to a new project manager appointed by the Surety to ensure the project's completion.

The meeting included a review of the upcoming meeting agenda, specifically the anticipated bid opening for the FEMA Sandy Power Supply and Plant Wide Project. Administrative reports were presented by the Chairman, Executive Director, Treasurer, and various department directors. The Executive Director highlighted the successful completion of a household hazardous waste collection event.

The board agenda included various financial, legal, construction, and engineering resolutions. Key topics addressed the approval of bills and claims, authorization of shared services and security contracts, and provisions for municipal donations. The board also reviewed applications for debt obligations and recycling grant funding. Significant construction and engineering actions involved the procurement of instrumental equipment, blanket purchase orders for IT, and the authorization of multiple professional engineering service contracts for sewer overflow support, mechanical rehabilitation, and nozzle upgrades. Additionally, the meeting included amendments to the technical review committee and procurement ratifications for stabilization and turbine maintenance projects.

The work session focused on reviewing the meeting agenda and receiving administrative reports. Key discussion topics included progress updates on the FEMA project, with an expected award within two to three months, and remarks on the authority's start to the year. Furthermore, the Executive Director highlighted a supplemental package for a specific agenda item and commended the efforts of legal and consulting teams regarding the C-203 outfall. Additionally, the Treasurer, Director of Engineering, and Director of Water Pollution Control referenced their respective written reports.

The work session included a review of the upcoming regular meeting agenda and discussions concerning personnel and administrative resolutions. The Chairman provided a report on key projects and initiatives. Administrative staff provided updates on an energy audit program, plant operations regarding current health conditions, and received approval for funding the annual holiday lunch. Departmental reports were submitted by the Deputy Director regarding the Household Hazardous Waste Program, as well as reports from the Directors of Engineering, Strategic Planning, and the Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer.