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The board discussed code violations occurring in local parks and trails. Additionally, the meeting included the election of a new board chair, vice chair, and secretary.

The 2026 Facility Plan Amendment for the City of Sandy outlines a long-term strategy for wastewater management. It addresses critical challenges such as ensuring discharge compliance with evolving regulations, accommodating projected population growth, and upgrading aging infrastructure. Key focus areas include the evaluation and implementation of new wastewater treatment technologies, development of a sustainable biosolids management strategy, and continuous improvements to the collection system. The plan aims to provide an affordable, reliable, and compliant wastewater solution, with a strategic planning window extending to 2040.

This document, the 2026 Plan Amendment for the City of Sandy's wastewater system, establishes a long-term discharge strategy and addresses compliance with regulatory requirements, specifically focusing on mass limits, dilution ratios, and seasonal discharge restrictions. The plan evaluates wastewater treatment and discharge alternatives, including facility upgrades and the development of a Capital Improvement Plan, to address near- and long-term needs, accommodate population growth, update aging infrastructure, and ensure sustainable biosolids management.

The board discussed community survey results highlighting a need for improved service awareness and marketing, progress on the PGE charging station installation project, and updates on CTC bus stop signage completion. The General Manager reported on successful route operations and the implementation of standard operating procedures. Discussions also addressed bylaws, recent route changes, and regional transit funding for a new hub. Additionally, the meeting included reviews of monthly ridership statistics and financial reports from both March and April.

The board meeting addressed several key economic development initiatives, including a presentation on the Clackamas County Tourism Business Grant Program and a review of a hotel feasibility study. Participants also engaged in a roundtable discussion regarding support for local small businesses, involving input from Mt. Hood Community College, credit unions, and other regional stakeholders. Additionally, the board received a status update on the Energize Sandy program, detailing current project tiers, development parcels, and active grant and loan applications.