Earl F. Sutton

This document outlines the mission and goals for the organization. Its mission is to provide quality, environmentally safe service at an affordable rate, while educating customers on water conservation. Key goals include maintaining affordable rates and excellent service, meeting environmental and public health standards, identifying cost-saving procedures, and educating the community on water as a limited and valuable resource.

The Little Egg Harbor Municipal Utilities Authority's budget for the fiscal year focuses on water and sewer operations. The budget includes revenue and expenditure projections, with considerations for new connections, service charge increases, and fluctuations in other operating revenues. It addresses personnel costs, capital outlay, and the impact of inflation on the budget. The capital program plans for I-Bank projects every other year, affecting future budgets regarding debt service. The budget also details the rate structure, including proposed increases in base water and sewer rates, and outlines the process for adopting the revised rate schedule.

The authority budget for the fiscal year involves revenues and expenditures for water and sewer operations. The budget includes revenue projections from service charges, connection fees, and other operating and non-operating revenues. Appropriations are made for administration and the cost of providing services, with a focus on personnel and other expenses. The budget reflects considerations for rising interest rates, contractual obligations, increased insurance costs, and inflation. The capital program is planned every other year due to higher project costs.

The meeting included reports from the Executive Director, Superintendent, Engineer, and Attorney, covering various topics such as capital improvement programs, project reimbursements, purchasing agent courses, risk management agreements, CDL drug and alcohol testing, and compliance officer appointments. Updates were provided on the Mystic Island Water and Sewer Main Replacement Project, well repairs, water meter readings for Township Recreation Fields, and permit submissions. The attorney discussed ongoing discovery phases and potential complaints. The board also addressed resolutions for risk management, professional services, and compliance officer appointments.