Michael Christensen

The meeting included discussions on the fiscal year 25/26 budget and a sole source purchase for Wemco pump parts. Various administrative and operational items were addressed, including the declaration of an emergency for the Snow Avenue Force Main repair, the release of past closed meeting minutes, and the confirmation of an interim staff assignment. The board reviewed updates to the delinquency process policy, established various authority rates and fees, and considered the tentative combined annual budget and appropriations ordinance. Several annexation ordinances were presented for review, alongside reports on engineering, plant operations, collection systems, human resources, and information technology. The meeting also included a closed session regarding a personnel matter.

The board meeting agenda included a status update on primary filtration from Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc. Key discussion points covered administrative resolutions regarding health insurance consulting and brokerage services, the engagement of an outside human resources consultant, and updates to the by-laws. The board reviewed property-related memorandums of decision and order, an investment report, and expenditure details. Additionally, the agenda featured purchasing items for manhole frames, lids, and tree removal services. Operational reports were presented concerning internal services, management, human resources, finance, engineering projects, plant operations, and collection systems, alongside updates on outstanding agreements and various easements.

The board discussed and approved the hiring of candidates for an Engineering Internship position and a Laboratory Internship position.

The agenda includes an annual financial report presentation, various purchasing and procurement items such as a micro gas chromatograph and physical security services, and administrative items including human resources updates and an employee handbook revision. Engineering topics feature project change orders, infrastructure planning, loan applications, and intergovernmental agreements. Additionally, the board will review monthly management reports across plant operations, collection systems, and finance departments.

The Board of Trustees reviewed the investment and financial reports for the month. They authorized the award of the base bid for the 2025-2026 Service Lateral Lining project and approved various contract amendments related to sewer discharge and infrastructure improvements, including the Madison Street Streetscape and the Separator Building HVAC project. Additionally, the Board approved the 2026 meeting schedule, a transfer of funds to the Hardship Program, and several property tax abatement ordinances. Staff provided updates on purchasing procedure manuals, billing policy reviews, handbook updates, and progress on the Aerobic Granular Sludge project and other collection system repairs.