Dublin San Ramon Services District

The regular meeting covered several administrative and operational topics. Key discussions included receiving an update on the Fleet Management Program, where the Board discussed maintenance, replacement, and compliance strategies, and directed staff to explore piloting third-party fleet maintenance services. The Board also approved the Board Committee and Joint Powers Authority Assignments for Calendar Year 2026. During the consent calendar, an agreement for consulting services with Brown and Caldwell for the Cogeneration Engine Replacement Project (Phase 1) was authorized. The Board entered into a closed session to conduct a Public Employee Performance Evaluation for the General Manager.

The Regular Meeting agenda for the Board of Directors included several key items. The Consent Calendar featured the approval of previous minutes from January 20, 2026, acceptance of the Treasurer's Report, and authorization for consulting services with BKF Engineers for water lines replacement and sewer rehabilitation projects. Board Business included a presentation on the Investment Portfolio, adoption of a Revised Investment Policy, authorization to negotiate a Seasonal Wastewater Diversion Agreement involving Central San, DERWA, EBMUD, and DSRSD, approval of an amendment to the General Manager's personal services agreement, and adoption of a new Pay Schedule.

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The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. A primary agenda item involved the board reorganization for 2026, specifically the selection and approval of the new President and Vice President, which resulted in the unanimous election of Director Halit as President and Director Goinda Ralph as Vice President. The board subsequently addressed the consent calendar, followed by board business, which included accepting the independent audits report and the annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ended June 30th, 2025. The auditor presented the findings, noting a clean (unmodified) opinion. Key audit discussions involved sensitive estimates such as Gatsby 68 valuation, OPE, capital asset depreciation, leases, subscriptions, and sick leave estimates. The auditor also highlighted prior period adjustments, including the capitalization of premium on debt and proper capitalization of completed projects, which resulted in required material adjustments detailed in the management letter.

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a capital investment plan to maintain and enhance the Dublin San Ramon Services District's infrastructure and support its mission to protect public health and the environment by providing reliable, sustainable, and fiscally responsible water, recycled water, and wastewater services. It outlines current and future projects, coordinating their financing and timing to maximize customer return. The plan covers a ten-year timeframe (2022-2031) and includes a two-year budget (2022-2023), focusing on replacement and expansion within local wastewater collection, regional wastewater treatment, and water systems. It aligns with the District's strategic goals for financial stability, asset management, emergency response, and energy efficiency.