Westbury Water District

The meeting included a review of financial reports, bank balances, and water pumpage. The Board discussed and approved the hiring of Lexipol Grant Writers, authorized a bus and pavilion usage request, and established new policies for Firematic and EMS training. Additionally, the Board authorized the Chief to seek a quote for a potential grant opportunity for radio equipment. Personnel matters including an extension of sick leave and a new membership application were approved. An engineer's report provided status updates on various capital projects, including water main permitting, grant documentation for Well 12, Well 10/14 AOP construction, Well 16 AOP progress, and the garage roof replacement project.

The Board of Commissioners received updates on various infrastructure and engineering projects, including progress on Well 12, Well 15, and Drexel AOP treatment initiatives. The Board addressed and approved requests for water bill adjustments due to leaks. A resolution was adopted to correct a clerical discrepancy regarding the SEQRA classification for the Well 12 1,4-Dioxane treatment project. In the Fire District portion of the meeting, the Board discussed grant writer fees, reviewed the status of ambulance tablets, and approved requests for facility usage for a company meeting and a CPR class. Finally, the Board approved payment vouchers for both the Water and Fire Districts.

The Board discussed various operational updates, including staff training, the completion of facility painting, and the transition to electronic work orders. A proposal for network upgrades for both the Water and Fire Districts was approved. Infrastructure improvements, specifically repairs and lead line removal on Elizabeth Street, were reviewed. A resolution was passed to authorize a $70,000 expenditure from the Capital Reserve Fund for the installation of a back-up booth at Station 2. Additionally, the Board received reports on vehicle lighting upgrades, pending radio system updates, and requests for specific operational reports, and approved payment vouchers for both Districts.

The Board of Commissioners discussed various operational and administrative matters for both the Water and Fire Districts. Key items included a new traffic violations policy for district-owned vehicles, updates on water infrastructure projects including treatment plant improvements and well upgrades, and the review of fire department equipment requests, including TVs, bunk beds, and a free storage container. The Board also reviewed capital planning needs, reviewed various project status reports from engineers, and approved financial vouchers for both districts.

The meeting included the signing of a claim voucher and a resident commendation regarding water pressure issues. The Board adopted a new grant application and approval policy requiring prior authorization for any grant-related activities involving District assets or obligations. The Fire District portion included a status report on April signal incidents, the approval of a revised Safety Directive, and the denial of a request for an Ex-Recording Secretary badge. Updates were provided on monument landscaping, upcoming research for federal equipment grants, and progress on member point reporting. Additionally, the Board reviewed payment vouchers for both districts.