Department of Water Supply, County of Hawai'i Meeting Minutes
The Board received training on Sunshine Law requirements, including procedures for remote meetings and public testimony. They approved a request for substitution of non-BABA-compliant equipment for the Haina Boosters repair and authorized additional funds for the Lālāmilo A Deepwell motor repair. The Board approved the use of alternate procurement for high-speed network connectivity. A presentation was provided on the "One Water" initiative, a systems-thinking framework for managing water resources. The Board also reviewed and approved revisions to the Department's Table of Organization to address recruitment needs and received progress reports on various capital projects and a review of financial statements.
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Department of Water Supply, County of Hawai'i Water Board Water Board Meeting Minutes
The board meeting covered several key procurement and operational items. The board approved the contract award for transformer maintenance and upgrades. Revisions were approved for a water rate study contract, including an evaluation of rate proposals for fiscal years 2028-2032. Additional funds were authorized for the purchase of irrigation controllers and wireless rain sensors as part of a water conservation program. The board also approved an engagement addendum and service level agreement for an enterprise asset management software solution. Furthermore, the board received monthly progress reports on various projects, reviewed monthly financial statements, and heard updates regarding the restoration of the Waiʻaha Well and recent system leak repairs.
May 26, 2026·Board meeting
Department of Water Supply Water Board Water Board Meeting Agenda
The agenda covers several operational and administrative items, including a proposal to decrease the Power Cost Charge, the awarding of various contracts for sludge removal at the Waimea Water Treatment Plant, the procurement of chemicals for water treatment, and the repair and maintenance of treatment plant equipment and emergency standby generator sets. Additional items include the approval of the Department’s Fiscal Year 2027 Operating and Capital Improvement Projects budgets, a subaward agreement for a watershed protection project with the Department of Land and Natural Resources, review of financial statements, and an executive session regarding a personal injury claim.
Apr 28, 2026·Board meeting
Department of Water Supply Water Board Water Board Meeting
The board meeting addressed various strategic, financial, and operational matters. Key topics included a strategic and business plan update, a proposed decrease in power cost charges, and the approval of contracts for infrastructure repairs and maintenance, including the Haina Boosters and the Kahaluʻu Shaft inclined lift. The board also handled the dedication of water systems, discussed budget proposals for operating and capital improvement projects, and approved the renewal of maintenance agreements. Additionally, the board authorized a subcontract for energy resilience planning and discussed alternative procurement strategies for services where no bids were received. The meeting also included an update regarding the standardizing of agricultural use rates for water.
