New Ellenton Public Service District

Key discussions focused on public comments regarding security fencing for a water tank and commendations for employee dedication during a recent hurricane. The Commission approved the Financial Report for October 2024. Old business included updates on the Chime Bell Church Rd. project status, scheduling the bid opening for the Florida Ave/Fern Dr/ Club Dr. project, filing an insurance claim for Hurricane Helene damages, and efforts to comply with EPA regulations by surveying customer-side water lines. Updates were provided on developer progress for projects on Summit Dr., Old Whiskey Rd., and two other potential developments. Water loss for October was reported at 3.88%. Field activities and staff training were also reviewed. A proposal for a new online payment system was presented but ultimately rejected for the time being. New business involved offering a one-time reduced Tap Fee rate of $1,125 to customers impacted by the Chime Bell Church Rd. water line extension, with a deadline of March 31, 2025. Additionally, correspondence concerning leak notifications with Hibbitts Drug was addressed, and the upcoming Christmas party and parade were announced.

The council meeting agenda included the selection of election commission members and a board member, an update on a sewer line project, approval of a highway project agreement, and approval of a loan from the industrial fund.

The council will discuss the 2024 budget, including the millage rate and budget ordinance. Other agenda items include the second reading of a noise ordinance, the approval of a new fire truck purchase, a discussion of retention ponds at The Pines, and approval of a proposal to landscape the front of City Hall. An executive session will be held to discuss a personnel matter relating to the upcoming vacancy of the Public Works Supervisor position.

The work session will include discussions on scheduling a work session to finalize the project list for the next round of LOST Capital Projects, the growth of the Parks and Recreation Department, and meeting schedules and committees. New business items include approval of an updated nepotism policy, plans for Section 6 of The Pines, funding for recreation equipment, and aerator motors for the sewer plant. Executive session topics include personnel needs and possible changes in the Recreation Department, and a personnel matter in the Public Works Department.

The meeting will include a work session to discuss the 2024-2025 budget. New business items include approving a payment plan for sewer taps and voting to affirm the zoning official's decision to allow multi-family housing on Tap Map Parcel 141-17-04-001.