Eric Reckentine

The board meeting addressed several key business items, including the adoption of Resolution No. 20260413-01 regarding the Water Service Absorption Fee Policy and the authorization of the Notice to Proceed for Phase 2 of the Zone 1 West Transmission and Tank 1C Construction project. The Board held an executive session to discuss a SWOT analysis and strategic priorities, leading to a directive for staff to prepare an action plan for the Fort Collins water treatment study. Additional discussions included updates on commercial sector development reviews, the Northern Water C-BT quota, and the approval of various change orders and agreements, such as the Eaton Pipeline change order and the Williams Crossing Agreement.

The board discussed the water supply, demand and drought analysis for 2026, including non-potable system supply alternatives. The District Manager reported on commercial sector development review letters, completion of the Pump Station 1 rebuild, construction progress on the Zone 1 West Transmission and Tank 1C project, and Eaton Phase III landowner issues. Other business items included the review of billing system integration, on-call services agreements, and various project payments and land or water investment transfers.

The Board addressed multiple operational and administrative items. Key discussions included the adoption of resolutions for the inclusion of Lytle Properties, the denial of a water dedication variance request for the Northgate Development, and the determination not to exercise an option to purchase water from a stalled development project. Additionally, the Board approved a cost share agreement for crossing repairs, discussed a new water service absorption fee policy, and received updates regarding water rights and the district manager's quota request. Executive sessions were held to receive legal advice on development variances and water rights strategy.

The Board addressed multiple operational and policy matters. Decisions included the approval of a variance for a compound tap policy and the denial of a variance request concerning design criteria for easement acquisition. The Board reviewed and approved a cost share agreement for a crossing repair project and authorized the acquisition of a water share. Additionally, the Board conducted the annual review of the District Manager, resulting in a salary increase. Updates were provided regarding ditch board representation, the status of a water right acquisition, and ongoing construction projects.

The Board meeting included a public hearing on petitions for inclusion, the consideration and denial of a variance request related to water dedication requirements for a development project, and a decision regarding the purchase of water rights. The Board also approved a cost-share agreement for repair work, discussed water rights updates in executive session, and received reports on district operations, including quota requests and commercial development reviews.