Theresa Friess

The Board of Directors meeting agenda includes the approval of several financial items, such as payments for the Klein Enhancement Project, invoices for water system improvements, and reimbursement for augmentation fees. Additional items for consideration include the acceptance of a CDPHE grant for carbon replacement, final pay applications for the Counter Drive Lift Station project, and the review of the 2025 Audited Financial Statements. Several engineering services agreements are presented for approval, along with proposed amendments for fire protection and water looping projects, the adoption of an Integrated Project Delivery method, and potential settlement offers regarding facility litigation. The Board will also discuss a land purchase offer from Commerce City and enter into an executive session to address legal advice concerning real property, litigation, and contract closeout negotiations.

This strategic plan outlines the organization's commitment to providing reliable, affordable, and sustainable water resources and services, prioritizing the protection of public health, the environment, and quality of life. It establishes a vision to be recognized as a leading provider of high-quality water services within the community, underpinned by core values including mutual respect, fairness, responsible stewardship, innovation, transparency, and integrity.

The board agenda includes several consent items such as payment requests for construction projects and the approval of financial processes. Key action items involve a public hearing regarding drought response policies, including amended regulations, a water usage policy, and a resolution for Stage 1 drought declarations with surcharges. Additional actions cover fee increases for hydrant meters and lien recording, approval of design and construction contracts for various facilities and system improvements, consideration of water share purchases, and endorsement of new water and sewer rate structure methodologies. The meeting also includes project status updates, financial reports, and an executive session to discuss water rights acquisition and contract claim settlements.

The Board of Directors approved several items, including a service agreement for landscape maintenance services, the reappointment of a representative to the Metro Water Recovery Board, and a construction contract for the 2026 Water System Removal and Replacements project. The Board also scheduled a tour of the Ion Exchange Water Treatment Facility. Additionally, the meeting included an employee benefits update regarding the selection of a new benefits broker and a presentation on potential water conservation measures in response to drought conditions. Finally, the Board accepted a settlement offer related to legal claims involving the Ennis Water Softening Facility filters following an executive session.

The Board approved various consent agenda items, including construction payments and invoices for system improvements. Action items included authorization for the Wattenberg reservoir project implementation agreement, approval of a service agreement for IT Roadmap Phase III, an order of inclusion for property on Potomac Street following a public hearing, and a contract for the Water Systems Hydraulic Modeling Project. A discussion was held regarding the current drought conditions, impact on water supplies, and potential conservation measures and drought surcharges for the future.