Monica Penney

The board meeting addressed several administrative and operational topics, including the receipt of the March 2026 expense and investment reports and budget transfers for the Water and Power Divisions. Key action items included approving salary increases for the General Counsel, funding for temporary staffing, and a sponsorship for the Tahoe Economic Summit. The board also authorized a notice of completion for the French Meadows South Shore Water Supply project, awarded a construction contract for the Ralston Picnic Area and Sediment Removal project, and approved budget amendments for the Colfax Water Treatment Plant and the Treatment Facilities Progressive Design Build project. Additionally, the board approved non-discretionary contract change orders for the Duncan Creek Diversion Dam Improvement project, discussed supply and demand reports, and met in closed session regarding existing litigation cases.

The Board of Directors meeting addressed several key business and administrative items. Notable actions included the adoption of a resolution honoring a retiring board member, the receipt and filing of the check register, and the reception of a supply demand report regarding water commitments. The board reviewed and approved a 25-year license agreement with the United States Bureau of Reclamation for water pipeline infrastructure and authorized an amendment to an on-call tree trimming services contract. Additionally, the Board received a hydrology and water supply update, and initiated the financing process for the Ophir Water Treatment Plant construction by authorizing professional services and legal counsel agreements.

The Board of Directors discussed filling a vacancy for the District 1 Director position and received information on the Check Register. The consent calendar included the approval of sponsorships for the Sierra Workforce Summit and the Placer Business Alliance's DC Summit, as well as the declaration of surplus property. Furthermore, the board reviewed several agreements and contracts related to competitive pricing exceptions, facility agreements, and professional services, including those for the RiverArc Project, on-call engineering, and watershed protection.

The Board discussed various administrative and financial matters, including the declaration of elections and requesting services from the County Clerk. Salary ranges for the Power System Bargaining Unit were adopted, along with modifications to the Personnel and Administrative Manual. Contract amendments for janitorial services were approved, as well as a reimbursable account agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation for the RiverArc Project. The Board received reports on a new Director's Web Map and the 2026 Financial Assistance Program, which involved approving grants for several districts and related budget amendments. A closed session was held regarding a potential water transfer, and various financial reports, including check registers and an investment report, were received and filed.

The Board of Directors meeting addressed a range of operational and strategic items. Key discussions included an update on the Placer Parkway Project and a report on a recent failure at the New Colgate Powerhouse. The Board approved several agreements and contracts, including professional services for the Ophir WTP project, engineering services for middle fork hydropower projects, environmental planning and compliance services, and an amendment for a cooperation agreement with the South Placer Municipal Utility District. Additionally, the Board handled a construction change order for the Duncan Creek Diversion Dam improvement project, authorized the purchase of air valves, and received an overview of the new Strategic Roadmap for 2026-2030, with a focus on organizational culture, infrastructure, and fiscal sustainability.