Jon Anderson

The meeting focused on the Water Forum 2050 Agreement, a regional initiative involving 40 entities with objectives to ensure reliable water supply and preserve the American River's ecological and recreational value. Discussions addressed the need for a replacement agreement due to climate adaptation challenges, including declining salmonid populations, decreased water supply reliability, and rising regulatory requirements. Additionally, the Board reviewed the Sacramento Municipal Utility District Purveyor Specific Agreement, which outlines water service contract details, acknowledges uncertainties regarding future water usage at the Rancho Seco facility, and confirms participation in dry-year planning processes.

The board discussed approving the updated Solar and Storage Rate export compensation rate effective June 1, 2026. They also deliberated on authorizing the execution of the Water Forum 2050 Agreement, including the Sacramento Municipal Utility District Purveyor Specific Agreement. Additional discussion items included authorizing a sole source contract for smart meters with Itron Networked Solutions Inc. and approving environmental and CEQA support services contracts. Informational items provided an update on financial results for the two-month period ended February 28, 2026, a summary of current Power Supply Costs, and an Internal Audit Services report.

The meeting agenda includes a roll call and an opportunity for public comment. The primary focus of the closed session is to discuss public employment specifically related to the recruitment and selection of a new CEO and General Manager.

The agenda focuses on operational and policy matters, including the acceptance of a monitoring report for safety leadership, approval of an updated solar and storage rate export compensation rate, and the execution of the Water Forum 2050 Agreement. The Board will also review requests for the procurement of smart meters and environmental support services, as well as hold a discussion regarding governance processes for board compensation and benefits.

The agenda includes the approval of minutes from previous joint annual and special meetings, the presentation of the 2025 financial performance for the Northern California Energy Authority and the Northern California Gas Authority Number 1, and an opportunity for public comment on items not listed on the agenda.