Two Rivers Water Reclamation Authority

The Regular Meeting addressed the swearing in of the new Commissioner from Little Silver. Discussions covered a sanitary sewer overflow incident that occurred on December 15, 2025, which was reported to the NJDEP. Key resolutions included authorizing the payment of bills, revising and updating the Authority's Cash Management Plan, and adopting the Monmouth County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2026, as well as approving the emergency installation of a solar power system at the Eatontown Meter Chamber. The establishment of annual salaries for certain administrative personnel for 2026 was approved, along with the formation of a Nominating Committee for the Election of Officers through 2026. Capital improvement monitoring focused on contractor coordination in Monmouth Beach. The Consent Agenda included resolutions for the annual notice of meetings, appointment of a Public Compliance Officer (PACO) for 2026, release of a performance guarantee for High-View Homes, LLC, appointment of a new Financial Advisor of Record (Sherry Tracey), and approval for professional services and treatment works approval for various projects. The Chairman announced his retirement after 23 years of service.

The Regular Meeting addressed several committee reports and resolutions. The Personnel Committee commended staff for successfully navigating health insurance challenges, and a resolution was approved authorizing the Executive Director to hire a temporary intern. During the Finance and Insurance segment, the Authority accepted the unmodified (clean) 2024 Annual Audit Report for FYE October 31, 2024 and 2023, and authorized the payment of bills. Engineering resolutions were approved concerning the purchase of SCADA radios and authorizing PS&S for professional services related to obtaining NJIB funding. Capital Improvement discussions included an update on the tunnel project, and a resolution was approved appointing LJB Engineering Company as a successor Special Engineering Consultant for the microtunnel project. The Cyber Security Committee reported on the completion of employee logins and new email addresses. The Outreach Committee provided an update on town hall meetings regarding traffic and noise concerns. The Consent Agenda included resolutions for the final close-out of a sanitary sewer abandonment contract and authorizing professional services for the replacement of collection system SCADA radios.

The agenda for the regular monthly meeting includes the election of officers and confirmation of committees following the Report of the Nominating Committee. A key item is the Oath of Office for Commissioner David F. Stickle. Committee reports cover Finance and Insurance, including authorizing payment of bills; Legal Affairs; Engineering; Personnel; Capital Improvement, featuring discussion on the Tunnel Project and approving a change order for the Pleasure Bay Interceptor Bypass Tunnel Contract; Cyber Security; and Outreach. The Consent Agenda involves numerous resolutions, such as renewing an industrial wastewater discharge permit for Medtronic, Inc., granting site plan approval for Gated Investments in Little Silver, and appointing various counsel, auditors, consultants, and advisors for legal, bond, engineering, and financial services. Additionally, resolutions cover the drug/alcohol testing program, laboratory analysis contracts, and designating official publications and depository banks.

The agenda for the Regular Monthly Meeting includes a Roll Call, Chairman's Call to Order, and Flag Salute. A key item is the Executive Session to discuss Personnel Matters. The meeting also addresses correspondence regarding Colts Neck Service Connection and Sea Bright Shared Services. Committee reports cover Finance and Insurance, with a resolution authorizing payment of bills, and Capital Improvement, which includes a discussion on the Tunnel Project construction status and a resolution approving a change order. A Consent Agenda item seeks authorization for the Executive Director to extend Contract No: 212 with Pilot Electric for pump and motor repairs and purchases. The agenda concludes with Old Business, New Business, Public Comment, and a Motion to Adjourn.

The meeting included discussions on insurance coverage for the Commissioners, an update on the 2024 audit, and the appointment of Witham, Smith and Brown as the Authority Auditors. Easements necessary for the elimination of Pump Station #8 were discussed, along with a request to install landscaping and fencing on the existing easement along Seven Bridges Road. Deficiencies found during testing on the switchgear and motor control centers were addressed, and the upcoming increase in the sludge disposal contract with Stony Brook Regional Sewerage Authority in 2026 was highlighted. An update was provided on the Navesink River Municipalities Committee (NRMC) meeting, where NJDEP presented the latest water quality data and river conditions. The board also discussed and approved resolutions related to health benefits, revisions of the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual, and various items on the consent agenda, including final closeouts for contracts, cooperative pricing agreements, and the acquisition of easements.