Scott Hilsen

The meeting addressed the consent agenda, which included the approval of accounts payable vouchers and payroll, totaling $726,945.97 for maintenance and $450,862.62 for construction, along with a review of the monthly Income Report. Business agenda discussions focused on project updates from consulting engineers BHC and PACE. BHC provided updates on the Miller Creek Electrical Upgrade, noting that final costs for Change Order #2 would be presented in March, and progress on the 5th Avenue District Extension easement agreement. PACE reported on the Retrofit of Existing Lift Stations #4 and #11, aiming for bid advertisement in early March, and updates on the Salmon Creek Sewer Basin Rehab and the 12th/152nd Emergency CIPP Repair. The General Manager reported on the Closing America's Wastewater Access Gap (CAWAG) project, with a future Special meeting planned for EPA presentation. The Attorney provided updates on the Fish property lot line adjustment and ongoing negotiations with SPU regarding wastewater treatment agreement revisions, anticipating a special meeting in late February or early March to discuss proposed revisions.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the Consent Agenda, which included the minutes from the prior meeting and the approval/signing of Accounts Payable Vouchers and Payroll totaling significant amounts for maintenance and construction, alongside a review of the monthly Income Report. Key business agenda items included updates on the Miller Creek Electrical Upgrade project, which is proceeding with electrical equipment installation and boiler system work, and the expected finalization of drawings for the 5th Avenue District Extension. Updates were also provided on the Fish Property BLA and the announcement of PACE partnering with Verdantas. The Board unanimously approved a temporary service request for a property requiring an E-One grinder pump system due to lack of gravity connection availability. Furthermore, the Board unanimously approved resolutions closing out two developer extensions: La Sierra Developer Extension #243 and Salmon Creek Townhomes Developer Extension #201. Finally, the Board unanimously approved waiving competitive bidding requirements to pre-purchase pumps for Lift Station #11. Management reported on repair costs for a damaged mainline and recommended modifying the Main Office hours of operation starting February 2nd due to staffing levels. The Attorney reported on ongoing negotiations with SPU regarding a wastewater treatment contract and mentioned a newly introduced state bill allowing counties to impose a utility tax.

The meeting commenced with the addition of two items to the business agenda and a session for Executive Session. The Consent Agenda, which included approval of accounts payable vouchers and payroll, was unanimously approved. Key business discussions involved the unanimous approval of Resolution 2026-02-01, accepting and closing Developer Extension #225 for American Dream Realty. The Board also unanimously approved resolutions to enter into agreements for Developer Extension #254 (Tilikum Townhomes Project) and Developer Extension #259 (Hunter, et al). Furthermore, the Board unanimously approved requests to waive competitive bidding and purchase pumps for the Lift Station #4 Retrofit Project, and reviewed Pay Application #12 from McClure and Sons Inc. for the Miller Creek Plant Electrical Upgrade. The request from Ms. Shana Hoskins for relief from General Facility and permit charges totaling $4,334.00 concerning an unauthorized apartment conversion was denied after lengthy discussion. Management team reports included an update on the Miller Creek Plant Electrical Upgrade, leading to a decision to schedule a site tour via a future Special Meeting. The Executive Session was held to discuss the performance of a public employee.

The meeting commenced with Commissioner Swaab calling the meeting to order, followed by the administration of the Oath of Office to Commissioner Dick Swaab. The Consent Agenda was approved, which included the approval of the Minutes for the December 16th, 2025, meeting and the approval and signing of Accounts Payable Vouchers and Payroll, totaling over \$262,000 in maintenance vouchers and over \$548,000 in construction vouchers. Under the Business Agenda, the Board unanimously approved Pay Application #11 from McClure and Sons, Inc. for the Miller Creek Plant Electrical Upgrade, amounting to \$606,494.43, and subsequently approved Change Order #1 for the same upgrade in the amount of \$47,999.00. Management reported on treatment plant bypasses in 2025, upcoming volunteer clean-up events at the Walker Preserve, completion of repairs on a mainline, and announced the date for the 2026 Commissioner Workshop. The Attorney provided follow-up comments regarding bypass events, noting that future agreements with SPU will address bypasses due to I&I. The Board concluded with an Executive Session to discuss the performance of a public employee.

The resolution addresses a request from Vintage Housing, specifically Ryan Patterson, for the board to enter into a Developer Extension contract for a project involving the construction of five separate buildings containing 280 multi-family units and 18 live-work units at SW 112th and Pi Ave SO. The resolution confirms actions previously taken by the Board of Commissioners to authorize the execution of the Developer Extension agreement and authorizes individuals to execute and enforce the terms and conditions of the contract.