James K. Witman

The meeting agenda includes several official action items such as the approval of a sewage planning module for 931 Village Road, the selection and approval of roofing contractor quotes for the Goods Run Pumping Station, and the approval of a trailer-mounted generator purchase via COSTARS. Further actions involve approving an annual fee for website accessibility compliance, processing monthly requisitions, and reviewing the treasurer's report and bills. Key reports to be presented include the engineer's report covering capacity requests, development projects, draft 2027 fiscal year budgets, and sewer system maintenance. Additionally, the strategic planning committee will discuss progress on three-year action items, including brand and website development, and procedures for posting meeting agendas and minutes. The solicitor will review customer account balances and discuss the policy for allocating unallocated sewage capacity to the member townships.

The agenda for this meeting includes the Annual Reorganization and Assignment of Consultants. Key items requiring official action involve the approval of the 2026 SLSA meeting schedule, approval of an electricity supply contract with an alternative energy supplier, approval to release the remaining balance of the Letter of Credit for Lampeter Orchard, approval of an escrow agreement amendment for a City of Lancaster capital sewer project, and approval of a request to establish additional reserve capacity at the City's Conestoga Gardens Pumping Station. Furthermore, approval is sought for a COSTARS quote from Utility Services Group, Inc. for pipe cleaning and televising services, as well as approval of December requisitions and the Treasurer's Report, including approval of monthly bills. The Engineer's Report covers capacity requests, development plans, financial matters, municipal partners, and system operation/maintenance. The Strategic Planning committee report includes a discussion on the progress and schedule for 3-year action items, such as brand development and website refreshing with LMI Advertising.

This strategic plan for the Suburban Lancaster Sewer Authority (SLSA) outlines its direction for 2024-2044, focusing on providing reliable wastewater service at reasonable rates while protecting public health and the environment. Key pillars include upholding core values of health and safety, customer focus, fiscal responsibility, and proactivity. The plan addresses strategic issues such as privatization, infrastructure management, and regulatory compliance, with a vision to expand infrastructure, maintain treatment capacity, minimize debt, and remain a publicly-controlled entity. Short-term actions include financial planning, asset management, organizational development, and brand enhancement.