Upper Trinity Regional Water District

The board meeting included a review of legislative committee updates, regional water drought monitoring, and water demand statistics. Key actions included the approval of several Lake Ralph Hall projects, specifically task orders for construction management, quality management and assurance, and a change order for boat ramp construction. The Board also approved mid-year budget amendments and discussed property matters and construction change orders in executive session, including the acceptance of work package five for the Lake Ralph Hall project.

The board discussed key operational and financial matters, including an update on S&P Global ratings, a status report on regional drought conditions and water demand, and recognition of staff for their professional achievements. Key actions included the adoption of a resolution of appreciation for a departing board member, authorization for a financial assistance application for the Northeast Pipeline, and approval of payments and contract completions for lift station improvements. Significant attention was given to Lake Ralph Hall projects, including construction contract amendments, project acceptance for trail development, and engineering support task orders. Additionally, the board conducted the election of officers for the upcoming term and held an executive session regarding property and legal matters.

The board addressed several key operational and financial matters, including the approval of revenue bonds for the Doe Branch Water Reclamation Plant expansion and various construction and engineering contracts, such as the Southwest Pump Station upgrade, Harpool Regional Water Treatment Plant dredging, and the Lewisville Lake Intake feasibility study. The board also authorized funding for the Doe Branch Discharge Flow Control Vault project, adopted the 2026 Work Program Guidelines, and approved compensation adjustments for the Executive Director following an executive session regarding personnel and legal matters.

The meeting agenda includes a Work Session to discuss the FY 2025 Audit Results Presentation by Deloitte & Touche, followed by a report from the Audit Committee and Staff. The Regular Session features opening remarks from the President and an Executive Director's Status Report covering system updates, regulatory matters, and project progress. Key items for individual consideration involve contract amendments and change orders related to the Harpool RWTP Phase 2 Expansion Project and the Lake Ralph Hall Project, including final pricing and accommodation for future capacity increases. The agenda also includes an Executive Session to discuss property acquisition, water rights, security matters, legal reviews, and potential litigation concerning construction contracts and energy procurement. Following the Executive Session, action items cover property matters, construction change orders for Lake Ralph Hall, and future energy procurement contracts.

The FY 2023 budget includes discussion around operating and capital budgets, key objectives of the plan such as the addition of six new positions, funding for 136 total authorized positions, adequate funding for the District's reserves, attraction and retention of a high-quality workforce, projection of a 3% increase for the District's healthcare expense and repairing and replacing aging infrastructure, as needed.