Jay Picard

The meeting addressed the Waterworks Dist.9 Policy for Backflow Preventers, clarifying requirements for 2" meters and properties with potential hazards. The Engineer's Report covered the Volunteer Road and Mosswood Road Water Storage Tank Rehabilitation Projects, detailing completed work and remaining tasks. Change Order No. 6, deleting work items associated with GWST #1, #2, and Yard Piping, was approved, with plans to rescope the project for future bids. Discussions also included a Property Damage Report for Becky's Catering, LLC, and the ARP Project, focusing on eliminating dead-ended lines, increasing water line sizes, and installing fire hydrants. The board agreed to maintain the tax millage at 2.40 Mills and reviewed the payables, profit & loss, and Lamp Fund. Updates were provided on the Main Plant Generator, boring rig issues, Currie Drive and Carlyss Drive waterline relocations, vehicle repairs, and the hiring of a new employee. Additionally, the board approved increased costs for 3/4", 1", and 2" tap installations.

The meeting addressed the Water Storage Tank Rehab (Phase 2) project, including updates on GWST #1 and GWST #2, yard piping, and issues with level indicators. Change Order #4 was also discussed. Updates were provided on the 2023 Water Line Upgrade Project (ARPA) for Paisley Parkway, Hopewell, Lori Lane, and Oak Lake, including construction progress and pending tasks. Repairs to the Mosswood Elevated Water Tower were reported as complete, though the water level indicator needs repair. The board discussed updating district water maps and reviewed financial reports, including payables, profit & loss, and ARP project reimbursement. Other topics included the policy manual, ethics training for board members, water bill adjustments, sponsoring the Annual Diggers Night Out, the IGSA with the Fire Department, and a CEA with CPPJ for Sewer Lock Outs. The board also discussed improved security for the plant/office, reworking the altitude valve at the Tower on Volunteer Road, purchasing a new lawn mower, extending the slab at the north gate, and new hire pay rates.

The meeting addressed a water project on Patton Street, focusing on firewater installation and a price comparison of quotes. Progress on Water Storage Tank Rehab (Phase 2) was reviewed, including updates on GWST #1 and GWST #2, pressure filters, and Change Order No. 4. The board approved accepting the Partial Substantial Completion and reducing the retainage fee. Updates were provided on the 2023 Water Line Upgrade Project (ARPA) including Paisley Parkway, Hopewell Drive, Lori Lane, Oak Lake Drive and Langford Drive. The board also discussed updating the District Water Map, improved security for the plant/office, building at the Tower on Volunteer Rd, a new lawnmower, and extending the slab at the North Gate. The board agreed with putting the old mower up for bid. Additionally, there was discussion around random drug screens and water bill adjustments.

The meeting addressed the Water Storage Tank Rehab (Phase 2), focusing on contractor delays and completion timelines, including an extension for Phoenix to finish the project. Discussions covered GWST #1 and #2, yard piping, and pressure filters, with decisions on completing or deferring specific tasks until the fall. The 2023 Water Line Upgrade Project (ARPA) was reviewed, including updates on Paisley Parkway, Hopewell Drive, and Lori Lane, as well as progress on Oak Lake. The board also discussed repairs to the Mosswood Elevated Water Tower, updates to the District Water Map, reports from Kelly Riley, plant and field updates from Jay Picard, and John White's work performance, leading to a pay increase.

The board reviewed and approved sending the agreement between CPPJ and Waterworks 9 regarding sewer lock outs back to Terry Frelot (CPPJ) for review, following changes discussed at the previous meeting. The board also entered an executive session to discuss employee reviews.