Ronald E Curry

The board reviewed financial performance, including capital improvement spending, pump replacement costs, and auditor selection. Discussions focused on the Tari Drive valve breakdowns, water line repairs, and the need for future grant opportunities. The board also addressed operational concerns regarding backflow prevention, conflict of interest disclosures, and the status of a petition for inclusion that was tabled. Additionally, they reviewed notice requirements for an upcoming public hearing and ongoing legal due diligence obligations.

The board meeting focused on several operational and administrative updates. Key discussion items included the introduction of a new Operations Manager, financial considerations regarding audit requirements and expenditure thresholds, and detailed status reports on infrastructure projects, specifically booster station pump repairs and HMI software upgrades. The board reviewed previous water quality concerns related to iron discoloration and confirmed their resolution. Additionally, the district passed a resolution for indemnification and approved the acquisition of the DocAccess tool to improve the ADA compliance of digital documentation.

The meeting included a review of the 2025 budget-to-actual report, noting that revenue was higher than anticipated due to late fees and interest, while expenses were lower, mainly due to reduced repairs and maintenance. The Treasurer confirmed the district is in good financial shape entering the new year, despite a large capital improvement expense for water filter refurbishment. Operations discussions covered the departure of a staff member and the ongoing search for a part-time operations manager. Old business included deferring GIS Mapping progress until warmer months and an update on the Booster Station Pumps, which currently maintain adequate pressure. A significant issue discussed was the problematic Donala Flow Meter, with replacement costs estimated around $100,000. New business addressed customer discoloration complaints related to the newly renovated water filters performing efficiently but causing sediment return issues during backwashing. The Board approved an annual administrative resolution and established Capital Improvement Priorities for 2026, unanimously authorizing the President and Treasurer to prioritize and initiate projects within the $323,000 budget, which included the Well #1 motor replacement and plant automation updates.

The meeting covered financial reports indicating the district was slightly ahead in revenue compared to expenses at the end of 2025. Operational discussions focused on snowplowing conclusions, high effluent numbers requiring consultation with Will Parker, and the need for control upgrades at the water plant, with Mountain Peak Controls due to send updated quotes. Old business items, such as Rules and Regs Amendments and the 2026 Insurance Update, were considered for deletion. New business involved handling the Board Member Conflict of Interest disclosure, filing the 2026 Transparency Notice, and preparing a letter confirming no boundary changes. During an executive session, the board discussed and unanimously approved end-of-year bonuses, settling on $300 for each meter reader and $1500 for the operations manager.

The meeting addressed various operational and financial matters, including discussions on the 2026 budget, capital improvement priorities, and revenue forecasts. Operational updates covered issues such as recessed water valve covers, the purchase of sloped manhole risers, and the re-grading of access roads. The board also discussed lift station surge problems, potential solutions, and the possibility of acquiring flow-meters. Other topics included GIS mapping status, fiber optics installation, filter rehab status, rules and regulations amendments concerning ADUs, and updates on booster station pumps and Donala flow meter. New business included discussions on restricting ADUs, setting a rates open meeting, and addressing scammers and customer responses.