Russell A. Peterson

The meeting agenda included action on the minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting, an invitation for public comment, presentation of monthly budgetary reports and income statements, and an overview of three new draft documents concerning water conservation, including conservation plan notes, terms and conditions for conservation, and the drought management plan. Staff also provided updates on District operations, followed by a general discussion period.

The meeting agenda included reviewing the minutes from the December 17, 2025, Board Meeting, receiving public comment, and reviewing monthly budgetary reports and income statements. Key actions included receiving public comment and taking action on a proposal to borrow up to $500,000.00 from the Maine Municipal Bond Bank to finance the construction of a storage building at the Simpson Hill tank site. The Assistant Superintendent planned to discuss proposed trigger levels for voluntary and mandatory conservation requirements in Chase's Pond. Staff also provided an update on district operations, including the relocation of the fire tower, completion of the mandatory EPA Lead Service Line Inventory, ongoing winter hydrant checks, and end-of-year inventory count.

The agenda includes a review of the minutes from the Board Meeting held on November 19, 2025, and the Budget Workshop held on December 8, 2025. It also involves an invitation for public comment, a presentation of monthly budgetary reports and income statements by the Financial Manager, and potential action on the 2024 Audit Results & Audited Financial Statements. Further discussion will focus on the proposed 2026 Capital and O&M Budgets, an update on District operations, and the selection of a raffle winner for the EPA Lead Service Line Inventory. The meeting will conclude with a general discussion.

The York Water District's proposed budget for 2026 includes $5.0 million in water revenue and approximately $400,000 in other operating revenue. A significant portion, about $4.3 million, is allocated for operations and maintenance costs, while $856,000 is designated for capital improvements in the distribution system and treatment plant. The budget also includes $333,000 for servicing the District's debt and $139,000 for the tank maintenance reserve. Key projects include a joint improvement project on Nubble Road, the construction of a steel storage building at the Simpson Hill Tank site, and a groundwater exploration study.

The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters, specifically the annual performance review of the Superintendent. The board will review the minutes of the previous meeting, followed by a public comment period. The Financial Manager will present monthly budgetary reports and income statements. Staff will provide updates on District operations, and the Superintendent will announce the Employee of the 3rd Quarter of 2024. The board will also consider action regarding the Superintendent's annual review and hold a general discussion.