Milas E. Smith

This strategic plan provides a framework of priorities for the Fauquier County Water and Sanitation Authority, guiding resource allocation decisions from 2019 to 2024. The plan is built upon four strategic initiatives: Community Outreach and Customer Engagement, Employee Leadership and Organizational Development, Sustainable Infrastructure and Resources, and Financial Stewardship. Its purpose is to ensure the provision of quality, reliable water and wastewater services in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner, with a vision to achieve operational excellence through the continued use of new and renewable technologies.

The Fauquier County Water and Sanitation Authority's budget for Fiscal Year 2024 includes operating and capital budgets. Key discussion points encompass revenue projections incorporating a 6% increase to water user rates effective October 1, 2023, and a projected 2% growth increase for the customer base. The budget allocates funds for CIP and R&R projects, machinery and equipment, and addresses debt service. It also reflects the Authority's strategic plan, financial policies, and long-term planning for water and wastewater systems.

The Fauquier County Water and Sanitation Authority's budget for Fiscal Year 2025 includes total revenues of $14,046,464 and total expenses of $15,810,714. A 5.5% increase to water user rates will be effective October 1, 2024. The budget allocates $2 million for CIP and R&R projects. Priorities for FY2025 include water capacity and quality in New Baltimore, Bealeton, and Marshall, upgrading meters, the SCADA project, finding a new website, regulatory compliance for PFAS treatment, and customer service. The budget also addresses long-term planning, including master planning and groundwater exploration, and system-wide treatment of PFAS over the next five years at a cost of $44 million.

The Fauquier County Water and Sanitation Authority's budget for Fiscal Year 2026 includes operating and capital budgets. It focuses on providing quality and reliable water and wastewater services while balancing long-term planning with customer rates. Priorities include water capacity and quality in specific areas, regulatory compliance with PFAS treatment, and customer service. The budget incorporates a 3% increase to water and sewer user rates effective October 1, 2025, and a 2% growth increase for the customer base. It also allocates funds for CIP and R&R projects, machinery and equipment, and addresses debt service. The strategic plan is being updated, and financial policies are followed.