Oktoc Water Association

Key discussion points included updates on the new well screen delivery and continuation of work upon receipt. The Board approved reimbursing an employee for monthly internet charges due to water reading software requirements. Financial reports for November 2025 were presented, showing operating income, expenses, net profit, collections for the volunteer fire department, and principal reduction on USDA loans. Quotes were reviewed for the Browning Creek bore, resulting in the approval of the lower estimate from Moody Construction. Discussions also covered the possibility of using available AARPA funds, estimated around $80,000, for the Oktoc Road bore and other supplies, with a decision deferred until project closeout. Furthermore, the Board determined that the Association would not cover the cost for a landowner to move existing water lines located on an established easement. An update was given on normal operations, and the President initiated seeking quotes for changing lights on two water wells, with drone photography to be used for estimation.

The Oktoc Water Association board meeting included discussions on October financials, which showed an operating income of $64,068.48 and a net profit of $35,078.69. The board reviewed the status of USDA budgets, which were delayed due to a government shutdown. The possibility of DEQ monitoring Well #1 was discussed, with DEQ potentially holding responsibility for the well. The board also discussed quotes for well upgrade supplies and sought additional quotes for the Browning Creek bore. There was a discussion about meters at abandoned houses, and the board requested a timeline for how long the houses had been unlivable. Additionally, a quote from HAWK for changing lights on two wells and repairing a screen was presented. During an executive session, officers were re-elected, and changes were made to the bank account signature card.

The annual meeting included discussions on by-laws, a treasurer's report on monthly and annual accounts, and the election of board members. Joe Stewart and John Harper were elected. A motion was made to table a discussion regarding an open term held by Robin Blocker until the annual board meeting. The monthly meeting addressed bill approvals and a request for water bill forgiveness, which was approved. Permission was granted for property construction on Chapel Hill Road after discussion about a relocated water pipe.

The annual membership meeting of the Oktoc Water Association included a review of the budget and financial statements by a CPA, a report from the Well Operator on operations and tank inspections, and a discussion by the Manager on system growth, potential subdivisions, grant funds for system upgrades, and the new website. There was also a discussion regarding the agreement between the City of Starkville and Oktoc Water for the Acadiana area, updates on the by-laws, the nomination process, and the election of a new board member.

The annual meeting included updates on new meter installations and the application for stimulus money to develop a new well. Financial statements were reviewed, noting a loss for the year due to increased expenses, with discussions on how new meters could improve revenue. The adoption of revised by-laws was postponed to the 2023 annual meeting due to the ongoing USDA loan application process. The board addressed concerns about the impact fee for new meter sets and discussed payment options for bills. Nominations and elections for two board positions took place, with two new members elected.