Tracy Puckett

The board meeting covered several operational and financial updates. Key discussion topics included progress reports on infrastructure projects such as the Phase III Hancock/Lee project, the Dryden Sewer project completion, the Western Lee Sewer project stakeholder engagements, the Maple Hill pump station generator and equipment upgrades, and potential extensions for the Stone Creek RT 421 project. The board also reviewed the proposed FY27 budget, noting significant increases in health insurance premiums and operational costs, which prompted an advertised 5% rate increase for water and sewer customers, subject to a future public hearing.

The meeting included an acceptance of the Financial Report and a comprehensive Director's Report covering updates on the Phase III Hancock Co, TN/Lee Co, VA project, the status of the Dryden Sewer project, Western Lee Sewer design and easement progress, the Maple Hill pump station and generator timeline, and the Stone Creek RT 421 Extension. The board discussed ongoing billing delivery issues with a third-party vendor and the implementation of a new pilot program with NEXT Meters to improve meter reading accuracy and provide enhanced customer access to data portals.

The board meeting covered several operational and project-related updates. Key topics included progress reports on the Phase III project in Hancock/Lee County, the Dryden sewer project, Western Lee sewer design and easement work, the Maple Hill generator delivery, and the Stone Creek RT 421 water line extension. Additionally, the board authorized the transfer of project management documentation to Rinker Design Associates and rescheduled the upcoming meeting date due to a conflict with an annual conference. A closed session was held to discuss contract and personnel matters, followed by a formal certification of the closed meeting proceedings.

The Board of Directors conducted their regular monthly meeting. Key discussions included the approval of the agenda and the financial report. The Director's Report provided operational and project overviews, specifically detailing progress on Phase III Hancock Co, TN/Lee Co, VA, Dryden Sewer, Western Lee Sewer, Maple Hill, and the Stone Creek RT 421 Extension, which will be funded partially by LENOWISCO. Under New Business, the board authorized the Director to sign documentation for de-obligating remaining funds from the Maple Hill Project at the request of VDH.

The Lee County Public Service Authority's Board of Directors convened for their regular monthly meeting. The Director's report included updates on several projects such as Stickleyville Extension, Phase III Hancock Co, TN/Lee Co, VA, Dryden Sewer, Western Lee Sewer, Maple Hill, Blackwater/Flower Gap, and Ocoonita/Smyth-Miller Chapel Interconnection. The board was updated on the PSA's new billing system, transitioning from postcard bills to full-color 8.5 x 11 bills. The board voted to move their November meeting to December 2 and agreed to change December 24 to a full-day holiday.