Ray Lewis

The Board discussed and approved the waiver of water and sewer impact fees for an existing building for the Landings Airpark Owners Association. The Board awarded a bid for the Laredo Sewer Line Relocation Project to Day Services, LLC. The Engineer provided updates on several infrastructure projects, including wastewater treatment plant improvements, elevated storage tank work, and various water line extensions. The Board also reviewed the operational report, covering lift station mechanical repairs, well maintenance, and water usage statistics. Furthermore, the Board approved the purchase of a trailer-mounted pump for sludge relocation and reviewed the semi-annual impact fee report, financial reports, and the General Manager’s update regarding future meeting schedules, conferences, and land appraisals.

The Board discussed public comments regarding water usage for data and industrial centers and tabled an annexation request for 13.557 acres due to insufficient data. Approval was granted to impose liquidated damages on the Pecan Plantation Elevated Storage Tank Improvements Project. The board reviewed and accepted the Engineer's Report and Operational Report, which included updates on various water and wastewater projects, permit compliance, and operational statistics. Additionally, the board adopted an ordinance regarding the dissolution of the BRPUA, approved the Quarterly Investment Report, authorized the write-off of net uncollectible accounts, and accepted the financial reports for the previous month.

The Board discussed and rejected a request from Pacifico Energy for water service to support their site development. The Board accepted the annual audit report for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. Engineering reports concerning various infrastructure projects, including wastewater treatment plant improvements, water line extensions, and lift station upgrades, were reviewed. The Board ratified a proposal for brine line repairs and awarded a bid for RO unit upgrades to H2O Innovations. Additionally, the Board reviewed operational and financial reports for the district.

The Board meeting addressed several key items. The Open Forum featured concerns from a resident regarding the quality of life impact from potential new industry near the Brazos River. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a statement from the Board President clarifying the District's limited jurisdiction concerning a developer's inquiry about retail water service for a potential Data Center Project, emphasizing that decisions are based on legal, technical, and financial standards, not land use. A representative from Pacifico Power presented details on the data center's water needs (10,000 gallons per day). Public comment was overwhelmingly against AMUD providing service to the data center. The Engineer's Report detailed updates on ongoing improvements for WWTP #2, Pecan Plantation Elevated Storage Tank, Acton Loop Water Line Extension, and Fall Creek Hwy Water Line Improvements. SWATS Project updates included finalizing Phase 1 improvements, addressing TCEQ requests for the Direct Filtration Pilot, receiving TCEQ approval for Ceramic Membrane Piloting, and planning for solids handling improvements. The Operational Report covered maintenance and flow statistics for WWTP No. 1 and No. 2, water well statuses, and unaccounted water percentage for November. A potential joint development between North Gate Properties, LLC and DCBE concerning land lease/acquisition and effluent water use for golf course irrigation was discussed. The Financial Report for November was accepted, and the General Manager reported on the January meeting schedule and office closures.

The Board meeting covered several agenda items, including the first reading of an annexation request for property located at 1505 Fall Creek Highway, which was carried over for a second reading. The Engineer's Report detailed progress on WWTP #2 Improvements, Pecan Plantation Elevated Storage Tank Improvements, and the Acton Loop Water Line Extension Improvements, along with preparation of several 2024 reports for the TWDB. The Operational Report noted the ongoing free chlorine conversion, an unaccounted water percentage of 29.97% for January, and various issues with water wells (Well No. 14, 15, 20, 23, 26, and 30). The Financial Report for January 2025 was accepted as within budget. The Board approved amending the holiday schedule to add a "Floating Holiday" for employees. The General Manager's Report noted the schedule for the upcoming March meeting and committee meetings, referenced Senate Bill No. 1243, and informed the Board that the May 3, 2025, election would be cancelled via an agenda item in March. Various articles regarding the proposed dissolution of the Brazos Regional Public Utility Agency and water issues were also presented.