Commissioner Kibler and Commissioner Milkey introduced themselves and discussed their backgrounds.
PRESENT: |
Winston Tustison, Chair Robert Milkey, Vice Chair Javier Arriaga, Commissioner Anne Campbell, Commissioner Tom Kibler, Commissioner Shanna Weagle, Commissioner |
STAFF PRESENT:
Philip C. Saletta P.E., Water Utility Director
Shirley Kiel, Utility Administrator
Peter Abraham P.E., Water Resources and Planning Manager
Robert Jacklitch, Project Manager
Jeff Kane, Meters Operations Supervisor
OTHERS PRESENT:
Councilmember Hornat
Stacey Lemos, Finance Director
No speakers.
Mr. Saletta reported that Commissioner Tustison will be serving as Interim Chair and Commissioner Milkey will serve as Interim Vice Chair. In April of 2016, a formal election will be held for Chair and Vice Chair.
Chair Tustison outlined the primary roles of the Commission.
(Materials attached in Granicus.)
MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Arriaga and seconded by Vice Chair Milkey to approve the October 12 and November 9, 2015 minutes as written.
MOTION carried, 5-1 with Commissioner Weagle opposed.
Ms. Kiel gave a presentation on the financial overview of the Water Utility.
(Materials attached in Granicus.)
Chair Tustison reported the following appointments to the Water Utility Subcommittees:
Conservation Subcommittee: Anne Campbell Chair -Tom Kibler, Member
Water Resources Subcommittee: Robert Milkey, Chair -Shanna Weagle, Member
Finance Subcommittee: Winston Tustison, Chair -Javier Arriaga, Member
No action was taken or required.
Mr. Saletta presented and reviewed the 2016 Water Utility Commission Draft Work Plan and Calendar.
(Materials attached in Granicus.)
MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Campbell and seconded by Commissioner Weagle that the Water Utility Commission 2016 Work Plan remain as a draft outline and be modifiable as the Commission moves forward.
MOTION carried, 5-1 with Commissioner Arriaga opposed.
Mr. Saletta presented the Annual Report template prepared by Commissioner Weagle.
(Materials attached in Granicus.)
MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Arriaga and seconded by Vice Chair Milkey to approve the Water Utility Annual Report format and that it be kept basically as previously presented, but staff have the option to review the comments submitted, and in their judgment make changes to accept them or not.
MOTION carried, 5-1 with Commissioner Weagle opposed.
Councilmember Hornat reported on the following:
- Governor's State of the State- Water Issues, ADWR, Tucson Active Management Areas
-Town Council meeting on 1/16/16:
-Steam Pump Ranch equine therapy
-Short-term residential properties - permitting and lodging tax
-Discussion regarding a possible lease agreement for the Town's golf facilities.
No report.
No report.
No report.
Ms. Seng reported on Customer Service FY 15-16.
Mr. Kane reported on Advance Metering Infrastructure Project.
(Materials attached in Granicus.)
Mr. Abraham reported on the Water Supply and Delivery and reviewed the 2015 water production in comparison to previous years.
(Materials attached in Granicus.)
Mr. Jacklitch reported on the Tangerine Road project, the Lambert Lane and La Canada Project, the La Cholla Road Widening Project and the Arizona Power Authority.
Mr. Saletta reported on Colorado River Snowpack reports.
(Materials attached in Granicus.)
-01/20/2016: Town Council meeting
-02/03/2016: Town Council meeting
-02/08/2016: Water Utility Commission meeting
-Upcoming Water Resource Research Center Forum
Mr. Saletta thanked Ms. Chaparro, Senior Office Specialist for her dedication professionalism and service to the Water Utility Commission. Ms. Chaparro will retire Friday, January 15, 2016.
-Format of the Water Utility Commission minutes - Motioned by: Commissioner Weagle Seconded by: Commissioner Campbell
-Capital Improvement Project Process and Role of Water Utility Commissioner - Motioned by: Commissioner Weagle
Motion failed due to lack of second.
No speakers.
On behalf of the Commission, Chair Tustison thanked Ms. Chaparro for her work with the Commission and wished her well in retirement.
MOTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Campbell and seconded by Commissioner Weagle to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m.
MOTION carried, 6-0.