John R. Tennert

The Board of Directors held a meeting covering various operational and administrative items. Key discussion topics included a report on the flood safety news conference, a status update on the completed detention basin project near the airport, and presentations regarding the Pitman Sunset storm drain improvements and the Kadis Avenue storm project. The Board also addressed the proclamation of flash flood awareness month, conducted a public hearing to approve wage increases for supervisory and non-supervisory staff, and authorized a corresponding wage increase for employees not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

The meeting covers several administrative and design/construction agenda items, including the discussion of the General Manager's Monthly Report and the acceptance of financial reports. Key action items include the adoption of amendments to the Ten-Year Construction Program, the approval of supplemental interlocal contracts for design and construction of various flood control projects, the reallocation of funding for specific infrastructure improvements, and authorization to issue a request for proposals for professional consulting and laboratory services related to the valley-wide National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit.

The committee meeting addressed several administrative, financial, and design and construction agenda items. Key topics included the General Manager's monthly report, acceptance of financial reports, and the adoption of amendments to the Ten-Year Construction Program. The committee also considered supplemental interlocal contracts for project funding, reallocation of project funds, and the approval of construction contracts for various storm drain and flood control improvement projects across local cities. Additionally, the committee acted to proclaim July 2026 as Flash Flood Awareness Month.

The board meeting addressed several key agenda items, including public comments, approval of the meeting agenda, and the general manager's report which covered the status of various flood control projects such as the Flamingo Wash project and flash flood season forecasts. Public hearings were held and approvals were granted for master plan amendments and construction contracts for the Avenue G storm drain, Wells Drive levy lining, and the airport channel and peaking basin. The board also received a detailed presentation on the 10-year construction program, including its funding structure, prioritization criteria, and project list for fiscal years 2027 through 2036.

The board meeting covered several key items, including the promotion of a new engineering director, the project closeout of a detention basin at the Springs Preserve, and presentations on two flood control projects: the Flamingo Wash improvements and the Centennial Parkway Channel. The board also addressed public comments regarding the safety of individuals in flood control project areas and discussed the inclusion of recreational trails within the flood control infrastructure.