Keith Zollers

The Board discussed various operational and financial items, including the appointment of officers for the Committee of Local Improvements for the upcoming fiscal year. Updates were provided regarding the purchase of solar field assets, fraud prevention measures, and a proposed ordinance to authorize property conveyance to the Fox Valley Park District. Authorization was sought to bid on a railroad crossing construction project. Additionally, the Board reviewed multiple construction project pay requests and a comprehensive engineering report covering ongoing facility rehabilitations, pump station evaluations, and sewer maintenance contracts.

The Board of Trustees held its annual organizational meeting to appoint officers and committee members for the upcoming fiscal year. The regular monthly session covered the annexation of properties in Wheatland Township, the approval of the annual budget and appropriations ordinance, and authorization for a solar field asset purchase. Additionally, the Board discussed a design-build contract for laboratory HVAC repairs, pretreatment compliance updates, and conducted a bid opening for aeration tank repairs. Financial, engineering, and construction project reports were reviewed, including payments for various infrastructure improvement projects.

The Board discussed the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and associated strategies, including maintaining a net-zero revenue basis and deferring planned rate increases. Key agenda items included the authorization of bids for multiple infrastructure and sewer rehabilitation projects, an update on capital project expenditures, and a discussion on procurement practices for District assets. The Board also addressed concerns regarding potential industrial PFAS discharge and future regulatory compliance, as well as reviewed the status of various construction projects and upcoming Statements of Economic Interest filings.

The Board meeting included a review of financial reports and check registers for the previous month. Key discussion and action items included the tentative approval of the upcoming fiscal year budget, authorization to hold a public hearing for the budget and appropriations ordinance, and discussions regarding property sales and various annexation requests. The board also reviewed updates on the District's Code of Ordinances, project bids, and construction status for several wastewater treatment plant projects, including bar screen replacement, valve replacements, and natural gas utilization. Furthermore, the meeting involved an executive session to address pending litigation and a review of past executive session minutes.

The Board approved the financial reports and a contract bid for the sanitary sewer project. Discussions focused on the 2025 Annual Safety Report, including industry standards, safety audits, and joint training exercises. The Board also reviewed renewable energy updates, including a solar inverter recall and proposed electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Additionally, the meeting addressed the acquisition of a solar array, the authorization of construction project payments, and the approval of a leave of absence for an employee.