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Aug 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Directors of the Irvine Ranch Water District Regular Meeting Minutes
The board addressed several key items, including the acceptance of construction projects for radio tower improvements and the Turtle Rock Rocky Knoll recycled water pipeline. Health insurance coverage renewals were authorized for 2027, and bids were rejected for the Sand Canyon headquarters HVAC upgrades. Financial actions included approval of the treasurer's investment report, payroll, and accounts payable. The board approved a budget increase and contract award for appurtenance relocations in the Irvine Business Complex, and authorized a budget increase and change order for the I-5 recycled water pipeline project. Additionally, the board formally accepted the resignation of a director and initiated the process to fill the resulting vacancy.
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The Board of Directors held a public hearing regarding the issuance of consolidated bonds for various improvement districts to refund series 2016 bonds and reimburse capital funds. Key actions included the approval of several resolutions authorizing these bond issuances, the authorization of a lump-sum employer contribution to the California Public Employees' Retirement System funded by the Section 115 Pension Benefits Trust, and an update on the mid-cycle operating and non-operating budget. Additionally, the Board received reports on the legislative and regulatory environment, approved various insurance program renewals, and reviewed property tax resolutions. The meeting concluded with a closed session involving discussions on anticipated litigation and real property negotiations.
Jun 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board Of Directors Of The Irvine Ranch Water District Regular Meeting
The Board held a regular meeting covering several public hearings and action items. Key discussions included public hearings and adoption of resolutions concerning sewer charges in the Newport North area, the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan. The Board also addressed administrative and operational items, including a five-year landscape maintenance contract award, a budget increase for water quality laboratory equipment, and the selection of general counsel for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Additionally, the Board reviewed treasury reports, adopted revised salary schedules, discussed debt refunding, and approved connection fee updates related to the Orange County Sanitation District and the City of Irvine's Great Park. Finally, the Board convened in closed session to discuss existing litigation, resulting in the approval of a dismissal agreement and a settlement.
May 26, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Directors of the Irvine Ranch Water District Regular Meeting
The Board of Directors held a regular meeting to conduct district business. Key discussion topics included the presentation of a proclamation for retired staff, authorization of various fiscal year capital budget additions for pipeline replacement projects, and approval of budget increases for general system modifications. The Board approved amendments to enterprise software agreements, authorized funding for tactical water conservation incentive programs, and passed a resolution regarding the annexation of the Los Alisos water recycling plant area into the Orange County Sanitation District. Additionally, the Board authorized variance and design service agreements for the Michelson Water Recycling Plant solids handling improvements, East Irvine Zone 3-4 pump station rehabilitation, and the San Joaquin Dam drainage improvements, including a construction award for the latter.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
