Wayne D. Watts

This Drought Contingency Plan for Granger-Hunter Improvement District aims to enhance long-term resilience to drought by recognizing early stages, understanding impacts, and developing strategies to manage reduced water supplies. The plan establishes five drought levels, ranging from normal to emergency water restrictions, with associated voluntary and mandatory conservation measures, including tiered water rates. Key focus areas include reducing reliance on wholesale water suppliers, increasing access to and treating groundwater resources, and investing in infrastructure improvements such as new wells and treatment plants. The overarching goal is to ensure a stable and adequate water supply for residents while adapting to potential climate change impacts and promoting responsible water use.

The Board meeting agenda included a review of the 2025 audit and supplementary reports, updates on partnerships with Utah Water Ways, Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District, and the Central Valley Water Reclamation Facility. Operational items featured the review and adoption of a revised Administrative Policy and Procedures Manual, the approval of resolution for water and sewer service regulations, and a report on a meter setter repair device. Additionally, the Board discussed the transfer and reallocation of reserve funds, financial and paid invoice reports, and updates on administrative services, water and wastewater maintenance, and capital projects, including contracts for the customer water usage portal and the Pleasant Valley wastewater pumping station replacement.

The Board meeting included an update on emergency response partnerships and a presentation of the 2026 Master Plan Supply and Demand. Discussion took place regarding the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District drought monitoring plan, and the Board adopted drought level 2. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved the updated Employee Handbook, received a financial report and paid invoice report for March 2026, and discussed administrative and operational updates for water, wastewater, and fleet services. Approvals were granted for the annual renewal of the Sensus AMI support and maintenance contract, a construction contract for the Watts Well No. 18 Equipping project, and a related construction management services contract amendment. The meeting also included a closed session to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual.

The board meeting covered several critical items, including community updates from emergency management and fire departments, a master plan supply and demand review, and updates on regional water and reclamation facilities. Key operational topics involved safety program enhancements, approval of an employee handbook, and financial reporting. Specific project approvals were granted for the annual renewal of Sensus AMI support, construction contracts for the Watts Well No. 18 project, and construction management services. Additionally, the meeting included reports on consumption trends, administrative services, water and wastewater maintenance, and concluded with an executive session to discuss litigation.

The Board of Trustees received the APWA Outstanding Drinking Water Project of the Year award, reviewed the 2026 Master Plan and Impact Fee update, and discussed various updates including the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District drought contingency planning, the Central Valley Water Reclamation Facility, legislative matters, and enterprise resilience. The Board also reviewed financial and invoice reports, approved multiple procurement contracts for meters, fire hydrants, valves, and wastewater channel grinders. Furthermore, the Board authorized several contract amendments for design, construction management, and construction services related to well drilling and waterline replacement projects, and adopted the Municipal Wastewater Planning Program Report. Finally, the Board held a closed session to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation.