Ryan Gross

The committee discussed the upcoming board meeting agenda, which includes the appointment of a new Division #5 Board Director and recognition of an employee's retirement. The committee reviewed consent items such as water transfers and the acceptance of several infrastructure projects, including sewer and water tank site stabilizations. Additionally, the committee received updates on the financial statements, budget planning, operations, and various grant opportunities, including those for cybersecurity and water system improvements. Updates were provided on the PFAS treatment project, solar panel installation, committee vacancy designations, and the California Special Districts Association board seat.

The Executive Committee Agenda for February 17, 2026, includes review and approval of the January 20, 2026, Executive Committee Meeting Minutes. Discussion topics slated for this meeting are Future Meeting Agenda Review, the ALA LACSD Interface Committee Meeting, and General Manager's Comments on various District issues. The associated minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting detailed discussions on the upcoming board agenda, including the presentation of 4th Quarter reports, a 6% decrease in water delivered, the lowest potable water usage since the 1970s, and updates on the PFAS plan approval process. Action items from the January meeting included nominations for the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) and the adoption of the Updated Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP).

The agenda for the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors includes consideration for appointing a Board Member to Division #5, special recognition of a retiring employee, Scott Schroder, and a review of the FY 2025-26 Financial Statements and Cash and Investment Report for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. The consent calendar covers the approval of minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting and accepting several capital projects as complete: Hospital Road Sewer Replacement Project No. 256, Manhole Inflow Reduction 2025-26 Project No. 270, Spyglass Water Tank Site Slope Stabilization Project No. 179, and the Operations Building at the Willow Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Project No. 255. Other discussion items include budget planning for FY 2026-27 and 2027-28, and an update on PFAS treatment design. An action item addresses the designation of one alternate to the Arrowhead Lake Association and Lake Arrowhead Community Services District Interface Committee. Materials also cover the proposed temporary transfer of the 2024/2025 Carryover Right from the District's Free Production Allowance.

The agenda for the committee meeting includes a public comment period and the approval of the March 27, 2024, meeting minutes. Key discussion topics planned for the meeting are Lake Level status, PFAS contamination, the Golden Mussel issue, Dredging, an update on the Valve Outlet Tower, and consideration of future agenda topics.

The board agenda includes several key items, such as the declaration of surplus property for the administration, mechanical maintenance, and engineering departments. The General Manager's report covers updates on the PFAS removal project, progress on Rimforest water system improvements, solar project timelines, the Two Mile groundwater well project, and an outreach campaign regarding the spread of invasive golden mussels. Additionally, the board is scheduled to consider awarding a contract for the Sewer Lift Station #11 engineering pump station procurement project and will convene for a closed session regarding real property negotiations.