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Aug 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Olivenhain Municipal Water District Regular Meeting Minutes
The board meeting included the presentation of service awards and honors, such as the WaterSmart Landscape Contest, and recognition for employee promotions. The board approved the consent calendar, which included warrant payments, financial statements, and various project approvals, such as a contract for paving repair services. Other key actions included the approval of an ordinance amending the administrative and ethics code regarding customer accounts, the adoption of an artificial intelligence policy, and an ordinance updating employee working hours and benefits. The board also preliminarily supported pass-through adjustments for water rates for 2027 and authorized the issuance of a Request for Proposals for investment management services. Additionally, a public hearing was held regarding water capacity fees, and the board received informational updates on water supply conditions, enterprise asset management, and general manager reports.
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Olivenhain Municipal Water District Finance Committee Regular Meeting
The Finance Committee reviewed investment and cash reports, noting the District's investment yield and compliance with annual investment policies. The committee discussed wastewater financing options, specifically the potential application to the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank (IBank) for project financing. Additionally, the committee considered the District becoming a member of the California Statewide Community Development Authority (CSCDA) to assist in financing infrastructure for a specific project. A presentation on the District's investment strategy was provided, including a discussion on issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for investment management services. Finally, the committee reviewed potential pass-through water rate increases for the upcoming calendar year.
Jun 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Olivenhain Municipal Water District Regular Meeting
The board meeting agenda encompasses several key items, including the presentation of service awards and project recognitions. The consent calendar involves approving financial warrants, investment reports, and various project-related resolutions, such as environmental exemption findings for the David C. McCollom Water Treatment Plant rehabilitation and construction change orders. Additionally, the board will consider the adoption of the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan, amendments to the administrative and ethics code, the fiscal year 2027 and 2028 operating and capital budgets, and the establishment of an appropriation limit. Further topics include the appointment of a representative to the San Diego County Water Authority, authorization for a customer survey on water trends, and a closed session regarding litigation and legal counsel review.
May 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Olivenhain Municipal Water District Safety Committee Regular Meeting
The committee discussed the upcoming training calendar for June and July and received an informational report on the Safety Has No Quitting Time program, which included a review of injury statistics and property damage data. The committee also reviewed various safety and risk compliance activities from April and May, conducted an annual review of the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan, and initiated discussions regarding a commemoration for reaching 1,500 days without a preventable lost-time injury. Additionally, the committee tracked progress on assigned safety action items.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
