Florence Utilities

The meeting included a review of November financial statements and approval of specific invoices and EFT payments. General updates covered collections, disconnections, and modifications to the AR aging reports. Department updates included the completion of fiber installation to the Gate, crew focus on year-end reporting and inventory, and planned Pipeline Safety Training. The Electric Department discussed reclosure controls, while the Natural Gas Department approved a proposal not to exceed $41,000.00 for the Gate's Scada Panel following a discussion. The Water Department reported that all water meters have been successfully changed to AMI Meters, and the Sewer Department is addressing generator replacement quotes for a non-functional lift station. Following a closed session to discuss personnel matters, the Board approved an updated vacation statement.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the November 11, 2025, Regular Meeting Minutes. Financial discussions involved the review of October financials and the approval of invoices. Department updates included the completion of the AMI Meter installation project (99% complete), the listing of an F250 Ford Pick Up for auction, and addressing a customer complaint regarding a sewer lateral line. Specific departmental activities included substation repairs for the Electric Department, updating meters and responding to a PSC audit for the Natural Gas Department, and standard operations for the Water Department. Significant discussion focused on financing options, specifically moving forward with Huntington Bank for the refinance of the 2018 GO (Building) loan and approving the HELOC Application at Great North Bank for the Safe Drinking Water HELOC. Following a closed session to discuss personnel matters, the Board returned to open session and approved wage increases as discussed.

The meeting included a presentation on the forecasted gas rates for the test year 2026, and the board approved the rate case to proceed with filing it with the PSC. Financial matters were reviewed, including income, invoices, the 2026 budget, and a cash available/loan repayment report. Updates were provided on customer accounts, collections, disconnections, and AR aging reports. Department updates covered the water tower project approval, auction of the jet trailer, new service body truck, cold storage concrete, fiber to gate project, stolen meter incident, electric and natural gas operations, water leak repair, and sewer department operations with issues during a power outage. The board moved to and returned from a closed session to discuss personnel matters but took no action afterward.

The meeting included a review of WPPI services, an update on the August Promotion- Furnace Filter Program, and the upcoming Public Power week in October. The board reviewed June financials, discussed invoice approvals, and received a general update on customer accounts, including collections, disconnections, and AR aging reports. Department updates covered AMI meter swaps, well roof and gutter projects, IT service options, electric department operations, meter changes, pole racks, and a discussion about purchasing a 2023 Dodge Bucket Truck. The Natural Gas Department reported on AMI meter change outs, new service lines, construction, surveys, and system valve replacement. The Water and Sewer Departments provided general updates. Central Ave sewer repairs from the 2024 project were addressed.

The meeting included a presentation of the Utilities' Capital Improvement Plan, a proposal review for the Water Tower Rehab, and financial updates including income and invoice reviews. Department updates covered electric, natural gas, water, and sewer activities, including meter change outs, new service quotes, AMI meter change outs, and the distribution of the Consumer Confidence Report. The CMAR Annual Report was presented and approved, and a closed session was held to discuss personnel matters.