Mary Carey

The meeting included reports on the General Manager's activities, operations, and the status of various capital improvement projects, including the JBL Plant 1 generator, effluent pump station upgrades, and the JBL energy building roof improvements. Discussions were held regarding the J.B. Latham Treatment Plant digester underground piping upgrades, including the review of construction bids and alternative options for project implementation. Additionally, the committee reviewed the master planning schedule for facility planning assessments, and evaluated a proposal for project management support services for the upcoming fiscal year.

The committee convened to consider and approve the FY 2026-27 Budget. The budget includes allocations for operations and maintenance, capital expenditures, salary and fringe benefits, and insurance costs, with specific distribution percentages determined by member agencies.

The Board of Directors agenda for the upcoming meeting includes items for the approval of board member requests for remote participation, a consent calendar containing various committee minutes and operational reports, and engineering matters concerning a contract award for coastal treatment plant access road repaving. The agenda also covers a General Manager's report including government affairs, a closed session regarding the employment of the General Manager, and an overview of other administrative and operational matters.

The Board meeting agenda includes discussion on capital improvement projects, including the CTP Regional Draft Flow Study and the CIP Workplan. The General Manager will open a public hearing on agency workforce vacancies, recruitment, and retention trends. Additionally, the Board will consider the proposed FY 2026-27 Budget, encompassing general fund expenses, operating budgets for various project committees, and capital expenditure budgets. Other matters include discussions on the Cost Allocation Policy, the Policy Handbook, and financial adjustments for laboratory services provided to Moulton Niguel Water District.

The committee convened to address an agenda item regarding the JB Latham Facility Planning Assessment, which included discussion, direction, and potential action by the members.