Truckee Meadows Water Authority

The agenda includes the nomination and election of a new Chair and Vice Chair with a corresponding resolution for adoption. Additionally, the Board will discuss potential amendments to the Collective Bargaining Agreement and receive a presentation on strategic planning using the Effective Utility Management (EUM) method. The session also includes a General Manager's report.

The board meeting focused on several key items, including the celebration of the organization's 25th anniversary and the declaration of Tumba Day. Discussions were held regarding the Advanced Purified Water Facility project, including its design phase, cost breakdown, funding sources such as grants and state revolving fund loans, and the project's role in future water management. Additionally, the board discussed upcoming agenda items and administrative approvals for the project, including operating agreements and budget revisions.

The meeting featured a water supply update highlighting the current snowpack and reservoir storage levels, confirming the region remains in a stable water supply position for the coming years. Discussion also covered the importance of maintaining required river flows, the significance of drought storage, and upcoming educational tours regarding the regional water system. Additionally, the board received a technical presentation on water system pressure standards, including an overview of design constraints, pressure zones, and the importance of customer-owned pressure regulators for residential protection.

The Board of Directors received a comprehensive overview regarding the authority's hydroelectric facilities and operations, including their history and future outlook. Key discussion topics included the status of various hydro assets, the impact of recent flood events on facility functionality, and upcoming capital projects aimed at improving generation efficiency. These projects involve turbine replacements, HVAC system upgrades, and modifications to existing conveyances to increase water flow capacity. Members also discussed anticipated construction timelines, the financial implications of planned outages, and the importance of these facilities in supporting broader operations during utility line disruptions.

The board discussed the results of an anonymous employee survey regarding desired attributes and qualifications for the next General Manager, with leadership and business acumen emerging as top themes. Additionally, the board explored the feasibility and logistics of conducting a broader employee climate study, including a review of existing feedback mechanisms and employee retention data.