West Jefferson County Metropolitan District

This document outlines the Evergreen Metropolitan District's capital projects and infrastructure improvements for the period 2025-2030. It details planned investments across water and wastewater systems for the Evergreen Metropolitan District, West Jefferson County Metropolitan District, and Kittredge Sanitation and Water District. Key strategic areas include replacing aging water mains, upgrading treatment plant infrastructure for safety and efficiency, implementing Cured-in-Place-Pipe (CIPP) lining for wastewater collections, installing biosolids dewatering facilities, and addressing regulatory compliance such as phosphorus reduction and dam safety. The plan emphasizes long-term reliability, sustainability, and serving the community with high-quality services.

The meeting included discussions on the treasurer's report, the collection of capital improvement fees, and the assignment of a CPA number to these funds. The board reviewed the administration report, covering topics such as the DOLA website deficiencies, the updated 2024 Schedule of Charges, and the 2025-2030 KSWD Capital Plan. They also considered drought rates, strategies for increasing the District's income, and the possibility of consolidation. The plant report highlighted process control tests, equipment maintenance, and an investigation into a discharge of white paint into the influent. Additionally, the legal report addressed compliance with the State Archivist's Document Retention Manual.

The Board reviewed the Treasurer's Report for March 2024 and approved a transfer of funds from the savings to the checking account. They also approved the 2023 Audit Exemption, which will be filed with the State. The board discussed potential new investments, including 12-month bonds and CDs, as alternatives to Colotrust. The Administration and Operations reports were presented and reviewed. The board approved the purchase and installation of a replacement aeration basin pipe. Notice was published for a rate hearing at the April 2024 board meeting.

The meeting included discussion of the Operations Report. The 4" electrical actuator RAS/WAS valve developed a non-repairable leak and management recommended replacing it with a new model. The 2015 Vactor truck needs the main debris tank re-lined. The updated rules and regulations to update appendix B, the main line agreements, and appendix C have been emailed to EMD to be placed on the KSWD website. Ms. Marchant will send Manager Slawski a sample retention policy for his review.

The notice pertains to the proposed 2024 Budget submitted to the Kittredge Sanitation and Water District. It informs the public that a copy of the proposed budget is available for inspection at the office of the District's attorney. The notice also announces that the budget will be considered at the regular meeting of the Kittredge Sanitation and Water District.