John K. Rose

The meeting included discussion and review of several key items such as the Arbitrage Rebate Report for the Series 2019 bonds, updates to the Critical Load Spreadsheet, and the Identity Theft Prevention Program. The board also discussed a resolution in support of the application of Tur-con, Inc. for a Municipal Setting Designation, and a proposed amendment to the Fifth Street Water Supply Agreement. The Engineer's Report covered the Surface Water Treatment Plant Expansion, Surface Water Transmission Line Projects, Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 1 TPDES Permit Renewal, and Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 1 Rehabilitation. The Financial Statement for March 2024 and the Quarterly Investment Report were reviewed. The board also discussed district operations, garbage collection billing for the city of Stafford, and real estate acquisition matters, including a Purchase and Sale Agreement, which was further discussed in an executive session.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key items, including participation in the Water Smart Program, the annual review of the Investment Policy, and the adoption of a resolution establishing authorized depository institutions and qualified broker/dealers. The board accepted annual disclosure statements for Investment Officers and the bookkeeper, adopted an Amended Rate Order, and addressed the issuance of Unlimited Tax Bonds, Series 2024. Preparations for the 2024 Director Election were discussed and approved. The General Manager's Report covered Water and Wastewater System Operations, and the Industrial Pretreatment Program. The board also discussed district operations, including freeze protection measures, testing of Stafford Run, and the recognition of an award received for the implementation of Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 2.

The meeting included updates on the Surface Water Treatment Plant Expansion to 7.8 MGD Phase II, including approval of a pay estimate. Discussions also covered the Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 1 Rehabilitation, and the Staffordshire Road Waterline Extension, including approval of a change order due to field conflicts. The financial statement for September 2025, the Quarterly Investment Report were reviewed. The Board discussed declaring two 2014 F-150 trucks as surplus inventory for sale and reviewed quotes for the purchase of two 2026 Ford F-150 trucks, ultimately approving a proposal from Helfman Ford, Inc. Updates were provided on the Sta-Mo Park development and a meeting between Fort Bend County and the District regarding the 5th Street Water Supply Corporation.

The Board of Directors convened to discuss and adopt an amended rate order for the district. Key discussion points included definitions of user types such as Single Family Residential, Multi-Family, Landscape, and Commercial Users, as well as Builders. The order outlines tap fees for water and sewer connections, water and sewer rates, garbage fees, deposit requirements, and regulations for out-of-district service. Additionally, the order addresses grease trap maintenance, plumbing regulations, and penalties for violations. It also covers builder deposits, inspections, backcharges, and industrial waste charges.

The board discussed and took action on several key items, including a report on electricity consumption and energy efficiency measures, and the Utility Construction and Conveyance Agreement with Stafford Logistics. The Engineer's Report covered the status of the Stafford Run Emergency Well-Rework and the Staffordshire Road Waterline Extension, along with updates on development projects. The board also reviewed the Financial Statement for December 2023 and the Quarterly Investment Report. An amendment to the Quiddity contract for the Surface Water Treatment Plant Expansion was approved, and real estate acquisition was discussed in an Executive Session.