The Board discussed the introduction of a new Director of Human Resources, the disposal of surplus personal property, and the sole source procurement for replacement blower enclosures at the Jones Ferry Road Water Treatment Plant. Additional items included the procurement of materials for the Honeysuckle Road Water Main replacement, authorization to apply for state funding for PFAS planning and treatment, and a review of the preliminary financial report for the fiscal year. The Board also reviewed the draft developer reimbursement policy for water and sewer extensions, focusing on the assignment of reimbursement rights, potential impacts on housing affordability and gentrification, and strategies for monitoring policy implementation.
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Orange Water Sewer Authority Board of Directors Board of Directors' Meeting
The meeting included an introduction of the new director of human resources. Several announcements were made regarding upcoming discussions with the Orange County Board of County Commissioners and the Orange County Board of Health concerning drought conditions and draft guiding principles. The board authorized a rescheduling of a communications workshop and acknowledged a resignation. The agenda covered petitions from the public, staff, and board members, including a request to expedite the discussion on a property purchase. The board reviewed and approved a consent agenda covering surplus property disposal, water treatment plant projects, state funding applications, and financial reports. Additionally, the board held a discussion regarding the potential acquisition of a vacant lot at 112 Glossen Circle, addressing community concerns about the encroachment of utility projects on residential land and the strategic need for long-term campus planning.
Aug 13, 2026·Board meeting
Orange Water and Sewer Authority Board of Directors Board Of Directors' Meeting
The board discussed the rescheduling of governance training and a communications workshop. A briefing on the process for hiring consulting engineers for design projects was requested. The board addressed consent agenda items, including a contract for galvanized service line replacement and adjustments to board member compensation. Furthermore, a resolution was passed to honor the 36-year tenure of the Director of Human Resources on the occasion of her retirement.
Jul 9, 2026·Board meeting
Orange Water and Sewer Authority Board Meeting
The Board meeting included announcements regarding conflict of interest disclosures and upcoming governance training and communication workshops. Key discussion topics covered the Fiscal Year 2027 budget process, an update on the Jones Ferry Road Water Treatment Plant Clearwell and Electrical Project, and the status of various water infrastructure initiatives, including easement maintenance practices. Additionally, the Board reviewed resolutions to adopt a Federal Awards Conflict of Interest Policy and a Federal Awards Civil Rights and Nondiscrimination Policy as part of compliance requirements for American Rescue Plan Act funding.
