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COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
The Community Owned Utilities Division consists of Administration, Energy Services (Electric), Pump Maintenance,
Transportation Services (Streets and Stormwater Drainage), Systems Engineering, Water Services (Wastewater
Collection, Water Distribution and Wastewater and Water Treatment). This division constructs, maintains, and
operates the City's utility infrastructure. The Division also coordinates contracts with the private sector.
DIVISION FINANCIAL SUMbIARY:
Employees - Full Time Equivalents
17.25 Electric
7.25 Pump Maintenanc
3.5 Stormwater Drainage
6.75 Water Distributi
12.75 Streets
5 Administration
6 Wastewater Collection
terns Engineering
61.5 Total Employees
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97/98
96/97
97/98
Projected
98/99
99/00
Actual
Budget
Actual
Adopted
Projected Base
Administration
309,220
299,191
298,099
294,555
294,555
Electric
941,428
1,004,236
989,127
1,108,826
1,094,841
Electric Contracts
10,818,950
11,564,418
11,984,559
13,036,029
13,346,682
Pump Maintenance
328,265
359,814
331,234
359,569
359,569
Stormwater Drainage
232,112
300,097
298,416
378,518
379,110
Streets
856,052
963,127
936,700
1,046,427
1,040,827
Systems Engineering
159,218
171,584
166,529
163,159
163,159
Water Distribution
527,399
536,198
536,198
573,460
625,306
Water Treatment Facilities
611,332
793,480
793,480
815,690
794,440
Water Contracts
1,625,295
1,447,644
1,424,037
1,495,779
1,433,044
Wastewater Collection
328,712
385,642
371,519
417,356
435,856
Wastewater Treatment Facilities
586,212
753,643
753,643
739,082
701,332
Wastewater Contracts
1,090,037
1,328,003
1,364,442
851,314
853,761
TOTAL
18,414,232
19,907,077
20.247,983
21,279,764
21,522,482
Employees - Full Time Equivalents
17.25 Electric
7.25 Pump Maintenanc
3.5 Stormwater Drainage
6.75 Water Distributi
12.75 Streets
5 Administration
6 Wastewater Collection
terns Engineering
61.5 Total Employees
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
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ENDS & MEANS
Economic Development
Policy End 1. 0. Georgetown's economy is self-sustaining through diversified growth, a broad tax base with
minimal impact from economic fluctuation, enhanced business opportunity and job creation.
Means (97-99) Revitalize sidewalks and selected roadways in the downtown area for the Georgetown
Sesquicentennial. (Energy Services, Systems Engineering, Transportation Services)
Focus End 1.1. Existing undeveloped sites in Georgetown are put to beneficial use.
Means (97-99) Construct a City parking _ lot on the Heritage Baptist Church property. (System_ s
Engineering, Transportation Services)
Focus End 1.2. Georgetown recruits small to mid-sized commercial/industrial firms from all areas of the
production process (i.e., research and development, assembly, production, distribution,
warehousing, and retailing).
Means (96-03) Provide utility data base loading information to the Information Resources Division for
the Geographic Information System (GIS). (All Departments)
Means (98-02) Construct utility improvements needed for the entertainment facilities site, including the
Williamson County Expo Center and proposed water park project. (Administration, Energy
Services, Systems Engineering, Transportation, Water Services)
Environmental & Resource Conservation
Policy End 3.0. The physical qualities that make Georgetown attractive are protected.
Focus End 3.1. Georgetown's water resources system provides a sufficient water supply of high quality to
meet future City needs, to meet economic development and recreational requirements, and to
conserve wildlife.
Means (96-03) Expand the use of effluent water sources to irrigate City parks, open spaces, and area
golf courses, and to reduce removal of water from the Edward's Aquifer. (Administration, Pump
Maintenance, Systems Engineering, Water Services)
Means (97-00) Establish and expand a cooperative partnership with Chisholm Trail Special Utility
District (CTSUD); including modifying service area boundaries, and providing wastewater
services. (Administration, Water Services)
Facilities & Services
Policy End 4.0. The City provides for the safety of its citizens and supports the responsive delivery of
coordinated services by the City and other public agencies.
Means (96-99) Work with the Development Process Team to enhance the design review and approval
process. (Administration, Systems Engineering, Development Services)
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Focus End 4.1. The City centralizes and co -locates services on existing City -owned property whenever
possible.
Means (98-99) Identify satellite staging areas for utility operations. (Transportation Services, Water
Services, Energy Services)
Focus End 4.6. The City provides appropriate, well managed information technology and services that
support city operations and citizen access to information.
Means (96-01) Support Development Services and Information Resources divisions in preparing and
implementing a comprehensive strategy to address the Geographic Information System (GIS)
needs of the City. (Administration, Energy Services, Systems Engineering)
Means (96-03) Become a BETA test site (in cooperation with C3 Communications) to evaluate
broadband services as an on-going strategy to maintain competitiveness in a deregulated electric
market. (Administration, Energy Services)
Focus End 4.10. Georgetown is prepared to respond to large scale natural and technological emergencies.
Means (97-99) Work with the Police Services Division, Fire Services Division and C3 Communications
to develop and implement a City-wide outdoor early warning system. (Administration, Energy
Services)
Finance
Policy End 5.0. All municipal operations are conducted in an efficient business -like manner and sufficient
financial resources for both current and future needs are provided.
Focus End 5.1. Each utility system is a self -supported operation that provides a desirable and affordable
level of service.
Means (97-99) Review the City's impact fee structure, in cooperation with Development Services.
(Administration, Energy Services, Water Services)
Governmental Affairs
Policy End 6.0 A high level of cooperation and involvement exists among Georgetown's citizens and
governmental organizations.
Means (97-03) Maintain positive working relationships with the Texas Natural Resources Conservation
Commission and Texas Department of Transportation. (Administration, Systems Engineering,
Transportation Services, Water Services)
Focus End 6.2. The City develops and coordinates service delivery policies with Williamson County, the
Georgetown Independent School District and other organizations that provide services to
Georgetown.
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Focus End 6.3. The City is a strong and visible participant in developing comprehensive solutions to issues
of concern on a regional level.
Means (97-03) Cooperate and coordinate with the Williamson County Unified Road District to provide
an organized transportation roadway system. (Administration, Systems Engineering,
Transportation Services)
Means (97-03) Cooperate and coordinate with State agencies and other utilities and entities as an active
participant in issues and solutions related to regional water supply and electric deregulation.
(Administration, Energy Services, Water Services)
Means (97-03) Through comprehensive efforts with Georgetown Independent School District (GISD),
find solutions to various utility conservation efforts; assist in utility and traffic flow issues related
to the location of new school sites; and other utility and conservation efforts as. necessary.
(Administration, Energy Services, Systems Engineering, Transportation Services, Water Services)
Housing
Policy End 10.0. The City cooperates with builders, developers and property owners to provide safe and
adequate housing opportunities for all citizens.
Means (97-99) Create an energy code, and incorporate it into the existing building codes, that will
replace the current "Good Cents" program. (Administration, Energy Services)
Means (98-02) Work with Legal Services, the Building Standards Commission and Fire Services for
the enforcement of nuisance codes and ordinances through Inspection Services for the removal
of sub -standard structures. (Streets)
Recreation & Cultural Affairs
Policy End 11.0. All citizens actively participate in community -wide social, cultural, and recreational activities.
Focus End 11.3 Georgetown has an attractive and coordinated system of hike and bike trails.
Means (97-01) Assist the Parks, Library & Recreation Division in the construction of the River
Corridor Hike & Bike trails and assist in the construction of a softball complex. (All Departments)
Transportation
Policy End 12.0. Georgetown's transportation system provides for the safe and efficient movement of traffic,
promotes the economic interests of the community, and adequately serves the needs of individuals.
Means (97-00) Complete the following traffic improvements: (Systems Engineering, Transportation
Services)
• Improve traffic for Annie Purl School from Olive to Maple.
• Construct a roadway to connect College and Holly Streets.
• Reconstruct 7th and 8th Streets, between Maple Street and the IOOF Cemetery.
• Improve the traffic island at the intersection of San Jose Street and Holly Street.
• Resurface Power Road.
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Focus End 12.1. The City maintains a Transportation Functional Plan that includes all modes of
transportation.
Means (96-01) Establish database information for an Urban Roadway Management System. (Systems
Engineering, Transportation Services)
Means (97-02) Identify, jointly with Police and Fire Services, traffic flows and emergency vehicle
access to reduce accidents and improve traffic movement. (Systems Engineering, Transportation
Services)
Focus End 12.2. The City supports an area -wide transportation effort through coordination with other
public and private organizations.
Means (98-00) Arrange early coordination with the Texas Department of Transportation to: (Systems
Engineering, Transportation Services)
• Widen Austin Avenue, including the two bridges spanning the North and South San Gabriel
Rivers.
• Widen Williams Drive, from Cedar Breaks Road to Sun City.
• Extend Leander Road (FM 2243) to FM 1460.
• Widen and reverse the direction of entrance/exit ramps on Interstate Highway 35.
• Install traffic signal at the intersection of Austin Avenue and Highway 971.
• Install traffic signal at Highway 29 and the HEB entrance.
Means (97-01) Cooperate with Williamson County and Development Support to upgrade D.B. Wood
Road between State Highway 29 and Williams Drive (FM 2338) including bridge crossings to
improve traffic flow west of IH -35. (Administration, Systems Engineering, Transportation
Services)
Means (00-03) Arrange early coordination with the Texas Department of Transportation to: (Systems
Engineering, Transportation Services)
• Widen 0.75 miles on Leander Road, west of Georgetown Independent School District
property.
• Widen Highway 971 east of Business 35 to County Road 1105.
• Install traffic signal at Austin Avenue and Morrow Street.
Focus End 12.3. The City has sidewalks and crosswalks throughout the City, especially around and
between schools and parks.
Means (98-00) Engineer and construct an underground stormdrain extension and sidewalks to connect
the downtown square to the hike and bike trail at Second Street and Main Street. (Administration,
Stormwater Drainage, Systems Engineering, Transportation Services)
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Utilities / Energy
Policy End 14.0. Georgetown's utility systems provide safe and reliable service which meets the needs of all
citizens and promotes the economic health of the community.
Means (96-99) Complete the installation of the Customer Choice & Control System. (Administration,
Customer Service, Energy Services, Water Services)
Means (96-00) Work with Georgetown Independent School District (GISD), Williamson County
Cablevision, and General Telephone (GTE), and the Information Resources Division to develop
a telecommunications infrastructure throughout the City. (Administration, Energy Services)
Means (97-00) Expand the wastewater collection system to provide wastewater service opportunities to
residents in the Booty's Road area (including: Turtle Bend and Oakcrest Subdivisions)
(Administration, Systems Engineering, Water Services)
Means (98-99) Develop a process that would ensure prompt notification with information to residents in
the event of any planned utility interruption. (Administration)
Means (98-99) Perform a feasibility study on implementing a mobile restroom facility for outdoor
functions and events using focus groups. (Administration, Water Services)
Means (98-99) Continue to_ be actively involved in a Ion,-,-ran,-:,,,e water supply strategies with the Lower
Colorado River Authority, Brazos River Authority, Trans -Texas and Senate Bill 1.
(Administration, Water Services)
Focus End 14.1. Customers of the City's electric utility have a range of choices with respect to rates, service
levels and power supply options.
Means (97-03) Extend Georgetown's electric utility services to all, new and existing, customers in
Georgetown's single and dual certified areas. (Administration, Customer Service, Energy
Services)
Means (97-03) Work with the City Manager's office and the Finance & Administration Division to
create a marketing strategy for the City, which will maintain our market share within the electric
industry, prior to and after implementation of electric deregulation. (Administration, Customer
Service, Energy Services)
Focus End 14.2. Water and wastewater services exceed state and federal standards and are provided to all
certified areas.
Means (95-00) Obtain a permit for the Pecan Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant and complete
construction of the facility. (Administration, Systems Engineering, Water Services)
Means (96-00) Work with other water suppliers to ensure a Regional Water Supply System with the
City of Round Rock and the Jonah Special Utility District. (Administration, Water Services)
Focus End 14.3. The stormwater drainage system efficiently and effectively protects the health and safety
of Georgetown's residents and minimizes the negative effects of standing water and urban
runoff.
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- Means (96-99) Reduce stormwater runoff impact on the San Gabriel River by constructing detention
and retention ponds and filter beds, installing and replacing curbs and gutters in the Old Town
area, and construction of drainage facilities. (Systems Engineering, Transportation Services,
Water Services)
• Railroad Street and Leander Street areas • Gabriel View/Power Road
• TXDOT Retaining Wall • Churchill Farms Ditch
• Thousand Oaks/Storm Box • Wagon Wheel/Westem Trail
• San Gabriel Overlook • 4th and Ash Street
• Smith Branch Clean Out • 501 Ridgecrest
• Gabriel View Drainage • 708 Golden Oaks
• Berry Creek Drainage • Elm Street and 9th Street
Means (98-99) Create a Drainage Policy and Manual, and formulate a Regional Stormwater
Management Plan consistent with State and Federal guidelines. (Administration, Systems
Engineering, Transportation Services)
Focus End 14.5 The City's utility policies and practices promote and encourage the protection and
conservation of Georgetown's environment and natural resources.
Means (96-00) Extend the scope of the Water Resource Management Plan to reduce peak water
demands, through public education and incentives, and to encourage the practice of good
conservation methods. (Administration, Water Services)
Means (96-03) Promote and provide public education and information regarding utility issues and
programs through:
• The distribution of educational book covers, signs and posters to local schools during Public
Power Week. (Energy Services)
• The promotion of a community -wide program for National "Water Week." (Pump
Maintenance, Water Services)
• The coordination of utility information booths at various local festivals. (Administration,
Energy Services, Pump Maintenance, Water Services)
• The continued use of safety programs at Georgetown schools which provides information
regarding high voltage lines. (Energy Services)
• The promotion of the Safe Place Program at Georgetown schools to educate students that
assistance is available to them. (All Departments)
• The broadcast of the City's Water Conservation Video to establish public awareness and
compliance with water conservation principles. (Administration, Water Services)
Means (96-03) Plan for and establish wastewater system facilities in the Serenada Subdivision.
(Administration, Systems Engineering, Water Services)
Means (98-99) Work with Development Services to implement and enforce the Cross -Connection
Control Regulations (backflow installation and inspection) for water quality through plumbing
codes and ordinances. (Administration)
For an explanation of the Ends & Means, see pages one and two in the City Summary section.
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WHAT WE DO:
The Community Owned Utilities Administration
Department manages financial operations and
personnel services for all departments in the division.
The Department also provides administrative support,
including customer relations, reception, record
keeping, and secretarial services, to all departments
within the division. Long-term system planning is
coordinated by this department. Administration is
responsible for coordination and operation of the
Utilities during Emergency Management situations.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1997/98:
• Initiated the development of a Transportation
Master Plan for the City.
• Coordinated the completion of revisions to the
City Construction Standards and Specifications
for street, drainage, electric, water and wastewater
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improvements.
• Initiated the process of revising and formalizing
internal operating procedures, and completed six
procedures.
• Assisted the Georgetown Independent School
District (GISD) in recommending solutions to
utility conservation efforts, assisted in utility and
traffic flow needs at the new Village Elementary
site, the new Ninth Grade Center, and athletic
facilities at Georgetown High School.
• Worked with Fire Services to develop and
implement an effective emergency outdoor early
warning system for the City.
• Established and implemented a partnership with
Drug Awareness Resistance Education (DARE),
the Georgetown Project and Georgetown
Independent School District (GISD) to create a
safe vehicle program for children (Safe Place
Program).
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WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IIT 1998/99:
• Shift the Community Owned Utilities
management culture to a "Team" management
culture, with the focus on managing to the future
and emphasis on human resources.
• Implement the Community Owned Utilities
Master Facilities Plan expansion.
• Find location and develop utility satellite staging
areas in order to reduce crews' transit times and
to expedite material restocking.
• Complete the process of revising and formalizing
internal operating procedures.
• Work with the Georgetown Independent School
District (GISD) to recommend solutions to
various utility conservation efforts, assist in
solving utility and traffic flow needs, and in
developing school sites.
• Expand the Safe Place Program through
screening and training of new employees, and
employees in other divisions (in partnership with
Drug Awareness Resistance Education (DARE)),
the Georgetown Project, and Georgetown
Independent School District (GISD).
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
CITIZEN SURVEY
5) Percentage of citizens satisfied or
better with reliability. of City
water & electricity. N/A N/A 80% 80%
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 96/97
FY 1 8
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
1) Work orders completed
12,678
14,472
14,400
15,000
2) Phone calls handled
33,897
36,457
35,396
36,000
3) Contracts negotiated
22
36
31
33
4) Agenda items processed
42
48
42
44
CITIZEN SURVEY
5) Percentage of citizens satisfied or
better with reliability. of City
water & electricity. N/A N/A 80% 80%
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
98/99
99/00
97/98
Projected Base
96/97
97/98
Projected
Actual
Budget
Actual
203,416 (0.0%)
5/0
5/0
5/0
# Employees
181,783
192,358
192,046
Personnel
114,537
106,833
106,053
Operations
12,900
0
0
Capital
98/99
99/00
Adopted
Projected Base
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
5/0
5/0
203,416 (5.9%)
203,416 (0.0%)
91,139 (-14.1%)
91,139 (0.0%)
0 (NIA)
0 (N/A)
309,220 299,191 298,099 294,555 (-1.2%) 294,555 (0.0%)
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
Increasing emphasis on environmental issues has created the need to keep abreast of changing regulations. Wastewater
regulation is now moving toward control of Non -Point Source Pollution contained in stormwater runoff. Changes
in State and Federal regulations, along with expanded service areas, will continue to force cost of service delivery
upward. Management control and innovative operational methods must be implemented in order to keep future utility
costs within a reasonable range.
Beginning October 1, 1998, the Customer Service department, and its four positions, will be transferred to the Utility
Office department. Prior years' budget numbers have been restated in that department for comparison purposes.
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WHAT WE DO:
The Electric Department constructs and maintains a
complete system of electric conductors, switches, lines
and transformers used for the distribution of electricity
purchased wholesale from the Lower Colorado River
Authority (LCRA). In addition, the Electric
Department reviews plans for construction of new
lines (overhead and underground), and develops
design specifications that meet all safety and
construction requirements. The Electric Department
installs and maintains street lights. The department
administers a tree trimming maintenance program to
prevent damage to electric distribution equipment and
lines. The department promotes public education and
provides information through safety and conservation
programs. This department develops, coordinates,
implements, markets, and directs City electric
Conservation and Load Management (CLM)
programs.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1997/98:
• Mapped and inventoried one-half of the electric
system in order to meet deregulation with a
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
valued system.
• Added two electric feeders from the new
Glasscock Substation to serve Sun City and Shell
Ranch.
• Reinsulated GB -70 three-phase circuit and
converted the primary voltage from 7.2 KV to
14.4 KV from San Gabriel Substation to Serenada
to serve the area more reliably and efficiently.
• Designed and incorporated a Residential Energy
Code into the City Subdivision Standards.
• Implemented a Right of Way (ROW)
maintenance program (tree trimming) to improve
system reliability.
• Completed Supervisory Control and Data
Acquisition (SCADA) portion of the Automatic
Meter Reading Program.
• Negotiated and scheduled 10% Power Purchase
Option with Texas -New Mexico Power.
• Assisted the Georgetown Independent School
District to find solutions to utility conservation
efforts at the new Village Elementary site and the
Ninth Grade Center and athletic facility at
Georgetown High School.
• Worked with Fire Services and C3
Communications to implement an effective
emergency outdoor early warning system for the
City as a whole.
WHAT WE PLANT TO ACCOMPLISH IN 1998/99:
• Map and inventory remainder of the electric
system in order to meet deregulation with a
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
valued system.
• Install underground electric services for new
residents at Sun City (425), Berry Creek Reserve
(125), Georgetown Village (80), Katy Crossing
(65), and Crystal Knoll (50).
• Upgrade conductor size on Gabriel Substation
Feeder (GB -90), Georgetown Substation Feeders
(GT -50 and GT -30), and Chief Brady Substation
Feeder (CB -50) in order to serve the additional
electric services being added to the area.
• Install additional lighting in San Gabriel Park and
other neighborhood parks to assist Police Services
in reducing crime.
• Work with the Georgetown Independent School
District to recommend solutions to various utility
issues and conservation efforts at the new sites.
• Install hooded street light fixtures in Katy
Crossing Subdivision as a part of the Dark Sky
Program. This program promotes lighting of
streets and prevents residual light from diluting
star light.
• Develop partnerships with GTE, Texas Utilities,
Pedernales Electric Cooperative and Williamson
County Cablevision to bury overhead utility lines
in high visibility areas.
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1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 96/97
FY 97/98
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
1) Temporary Power Connections
373
500
591
550
2) Permanent Power Connections
371
450
492
450
3) Street Light Repairs
291
260
350
400
4) Underground Locates
479
450
500
550
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
98/99
97/98
96/97 97/98
Projected
Actual Budget
Actual
15/0.25 16/0.25
15.75/0.25 # Employees
544,273 641,534
626,425 Personnel
397,155 362,702
362,702 Operations
0 0
0 Capital
941,428 1,004,236
989,127
Employees: full time / part time
1,094,841 (-1.3%)
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99100 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
98/99
99/00
Adopted
Projected Base
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
17/0.25
17/.025
679,876 (8.5%)
685,391 (0.8%)
415,450 (14.5%)
409,450 (-1.4%)
13,500 (N/A)
0 (-100.0%)
1,108,826 (12.1%)
1,094,841 (-1.3%)
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
The Customer Choice & Control (CCC) System is substantially complete and will be utilized for faster detection of
power outages and Load Management. The Electric Department will be able to monitor real time electric system
performance from the substation to the individual customer.
A System Operator will be hired to operate the CCC System.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
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ELECTRIC CONTRACTS
The Electric Fund transfers to the General Fund and Streets Special Revenue Fund two percent of its gross billings
for utility services. This transfer has been viewed as a payment of franchise fees which would have been payable to
the General Fund from a non -City provider of such services.
This department also accounts for the contractual obligations not specific to an individual department of the fund, such
as purchased power costs paid to the City's wholesale provider. The City maintains 185 miles of electric distribution
lines and has a 100 megawatt capacity.
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 96/97
FY 97/98
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
1) Electric Utility Customers
10,827
11,534
11,800
12,580
2) mWh sold
233,530
255,190
256,100
275,430
3) System Load Factor
43.98%
49%
46%
48%
4) Percent Compliance with 95%
N/A
100%
92.6%
100%
Power Factor Goal
Special Svcs,Mrktg.
(N/A)
70,000
70,000
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
70
98/99
97/98
96/97
97/98
Projected
Actual
Budget
Actual
7,822
156,000
156,000
Lease & Contracts
0
40,000
20,000
Spec. Svc / Legal
9,558,977
9,691,856
10,133,550
Purchased Power
611,931
751,985
751,985
Admin Allocations
(N/A)
145,000
145,000
Special Svcs,Mrktg.
(N/A)
70,000
70,000
SpecSvcs-Gtwn Proj
(N/A)
25,000
23,447
Dues/Memberships
280,639
327,627
327,627
Joint Svc Allocations
16,157
0
0
Council Contingency
0
0
0
Capital Projects
311,319
336,950
336,950
Franchise Fees
32,105
20,000
20,000
Public Education
10,818,950
11,564,418
11,984,559
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
70
98/99
99/00
Adopted
Projected Base
(% Change *)
(% Change
**)
140,000
(-10.3%)
140,000
(0.0%)
30,000
(50.0%)
30,000
(0.0%)
10,826,446
(6.8%)
11,488,567
(6.1%)
402,581
(46.5%)
402,581
(0.0%)
76,025
(47.6%)
51,750
(-31.9%)
80,000
(14.3%)
70,000
(42.5%)
22,000
(-6.2%)
22,000
(0.0%)
706,585
(115.7%)
706,585
(0.0%)
0
(N/A)
0
(N/A)
369,350
30,625
358,042
(6.3%)
379,574
(6.0%)
25,000
(25.0%)
25,000
(0.0%r
13,036,029
(8.8%)
13,346,682
(2.4%]
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
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ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99 71
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WHAT WE D O :
The Pump Maintenance Department maintains booster
and lift stations; city swimming pool pumps, motors,
valves, and chlorine control systems; public water
supply wells; water and wastewater service equipment.
The department also performs video camera work on
wastewater lines in the system, and tests and rebuilds
water meters.
The Department provides scheduled preventive
maintenance of all system facilities, as well as
expanded facilities. The Maintenance shop is
equipped with a computer system to assist in
Operations & Maintenance activities. The Department
shares workload with the Water/Wastewater
Department during peak times. Operators are on-call
24 hours a day to provide quality service.
The Pump Maintenance Department participates with
the Safety Manager to provide safety training
workshops. The Department also offers tours of
facilities and demonstrations to students, instructors,
scout troops and other groups to promote safety and
conservation awareness.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1997/98:
• Reconstructed control building for the Williams
Drive Lift Station.
• Rebuilt Well No. 2 to ensure adequate water
supply from this source.
• Assisted in the installation of the remote
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
(SCADA) system.
• Started up Supervisory Control and Data
Acquisition SCADA system for monitoring lift
stations water and wastewater facilities.
• Brought No. 4 Booster on line at Sequoia Spur to
provide adequate water pressure to Sun City and
Berry Creek.
• Rebuilt motors 1, 2 and 3 at Sequoia Booster.
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• Installed new lift station on 20th Street.
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 1998/99:
• Install more reliable pumping capacity at Rabbit
Hill Booster station.
• Replace a pump control valve at the Southside
Booster station.
• Replace bypass valve at the Southside Booster
station.
• Reroute well piping on Wells No. 7 and No. 8 to
flow directly into the Airport storage tank for
non -potable irrigation.
• Install transfer switches on all major lift stations.
• Rebuild Well No. 8.
• Rebuild high service pump No. 1 at Southside
Booster Station.
• Install and program a computer aided
maintenance package.
• Participate in the expansion of the Safe Place
Program through screening and training of new
employees, and employees in other divisions.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
1) Linear feet of wastewater lines
inspected by camera
2) Motor rebuilds & rewinds
3) Pump rehabilitations
4) Lift and booster station physical
inspections
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
FY 96/97
FY 97/98
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
216,875 225,172
42,240
26,400
28,000
28,000
19
20
23
15
16
18
25
20
10,415
10,415
9,500
7,000
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
98/99
97/98
96/97 97/98
Projected
Actual Budget
Actual
6/0.25 7/0.25
7/0.25 # Employees
216,875 225,172
201,292 Personnel
111,390 134,642
129,942 Operations
328,265 359,814
331,234
Employees: full time / part time
359,569 (o.o%)
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
98/99
99/00
Adopted
Projected Base
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
7/0.25
7/0.25
226,959 (12.8%)
226,959 (o.00io)
132,610 (2.1%)
132,610 (o.o%)
359,569 (8.6%)
359,569 (o.o%)
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99 73
WHAT WE DO:
The Systems Engineering Department manages and
maintains utility system models for departments within
the Community Owned Utilities Division: including
Water, Electric, Stormwater Drainage, Streets and
Wastewater.
The department provides engineering services related
to grant applications for the Georgetown Industrial
Foundation in their recruitment of new firms. This
department also coordinates and administers Capital
Improvements Projects with outside engineering firms,
and handles easement and right-of-way negotiations
and acquisitions. Systems Engineering supports the
review of approximately 150 development plans and
reviews annually.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1997/98:
• Completed revision of narrative to City
Construction Standards and Specifications for
street, drainage, electric, water and wastewater
improvements.
• Acquired digital Right-of-way Management
System (RMS) software that is mutually
compatible with our systems software.
• Completed adjustments to the City's digital
systems maps (streets, water, wastewater, City
base map) to match true horizontal and vertical
coordinates for future input into a city-wide
Geographical Information System (GIS).
• Coordinated and managed the construction of
Northwest Boulevard, 15th Street, Country Club
Road, Railroad Street, Haven Lane, Lakeway
Drive, McCoy/Park Lane, and McCoy Bus Lane
Street and Drainage Projects, and San Gabriel
Overlook, Gabriel View, Dunman, and Thousand
Oaks Drainage Projects.
• Coordinated and managed the construction of
Williams Drive, North 81, Logan Road and Berry
Creek Wastewater Projects and West
Loop/Oakcrest Connect, Logan Road and Sun
City Elevated Water Tank Water Projects.
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• Completed the landscaping and irrigation of the
Park Lane Right-of-way at McCoy School and
the partnership with the Georgetown Independent
School District (GISD) for maintenance.
• Developed and assisted Georgetown Independent
School District to implement solutions to traffic
flow issues at Frost, McCoy and Katy Schools.
WHAT WE PIAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 1998/99
• Implement a city-wide digital Transportation
Model to better identify Capital Improvement
Projects.
• Develop a Regional Stormwater Drainage &
Detention Policy and a City of Georgetown
Stormwater Drainage Manual.
• Implement a city-wide digital Right-of-way
Management System (RMS) for improved cost-
effective maintenance and inventory of
pavements, curbs, drainage structures, sidewalks,
valves, manhole, signs, trees, water lines,
wastewater lines, power poles, etc.
• Continue maintenance of infrastructure maps that
are tied to true horizontal and vertical coordinates
for future input into a citywide Geographical
Information System (GIS).
• Develop a more customer friendly process of
project coordination by adding a customer -
focused project coordinator position.
• Support the development and implementation of
work teams within the Community Owned
Utilities Division.
• Engineer an underground stormdrain extension
and sidewalks to connect the downtown square to
the hike and bike trail at Second Street and Main
Street
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
* Improved tracking method FY 97/98
** New indicator in FY 97/98
1998/99 ADOPTED AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 96/27
FY 97/98
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
1)
Information requests processed*
312.
321
1,200
1,400
2)
Easement/right-of-way acquisitions
20
21
20
21
3)
Infrastructure field inspections and
134,577 Personnel
136,576 (1.5%)
136,576 (0.0%)
38,372
32,902
project coordination
16
17
20
30
4)
Computer mapping/modelinghours**
N/A
N/A
204
244
* Improved tracking method FY 97/98
** New indicator in FY 97/98
1998/99 ADOPTED AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
75
97/98
98/99
99/00
96/97
97/98
Projected
Adopted
Projected Base
Actual
Budget
Actual
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
2.5/0
3/0
3/0 # Employees
3/0
3/0
120,846
138,682
134,577 Personnel
136,576 (1.5%)
136,576 (0.0%)
38,372
32,902
31,952 Operations
26,583 (-16.8%)
26,583 (0.0%)
159,218
171,584
166,529
163,159 (-2.o%)
163,159 (0.0%)
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
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WHAT WE DO:
The Stormwater Drainage Utility addresses
environmental concerns over in -stream water quality,
regulatory demands related to stormwater run-off
controls, infrastructure operation and maintenance, and
drainage/flood control related capital project needs.
Other duties include assisting Police and Fire Services
on Code Enforcement issues.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1997/98:
• Installed approximately 18,500 linear feet of curb
and gutter. This included:
• 21 st Street and Leander Street
• Park Lane
• Haven Lane
• 15th Street
• 9th Street at Williamson County Tax
Appraisal Offices
• Corrected drainage issues on Dunman Drive.
• Completed design and began construction to
correct inadequate drainage in the Thousand Oaks
area.
• Implemented a program to control weeds and
unsightly vegetation in drainage ways.
• Purchased an additional street sweeper, and
upgraded the part-time street sweeper position to
a full-time position.
• Enhanced drainage operations in the 15th Street
area in conjunction with street rehabilitation.
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 1998/99:
• Install approximately 2,500 linear feet of curb and
gutter on the north end of College Street and
Walnut Street.
• Correct excessive erosion damage on Norwood
West and flooding near 708 Golden Oaks.
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• Install curb and gutter on Power Road in
conjunction with a Transportation overlay
project.
• Correct drainage to relieve flooding problems in
the Berry Creek Subdivision.
• Replace deteriorated stormdrain at 9th Street and
Elm Street to correct flooding of homes on Elm.
• Correct flooding problem on Highview Drive.
• Initiate structural analysis of Blue Hole Dam,
Imhoff Dam and the San Gabriel Park retaining
wall in order to implement corrective procedures
to maintain structural integrity.
• Correct drainage issues along Gabriel View
Drive.
• Complete construction to correct drainage
problems on San Gabriel Overlook.
• Construct drainage improvements as a part of the
Northwest Boulevard Street Project.
• Correct drainage issues on Country Club Road in
conjunction with street rehabilitation.
• Complete West 22nd Street drainage extension at
the Georgetown hospital.
• Correct inadequate drainage at IH35 and River
Oaks Drive.
• Support and implement a work "Team" culture
within the Division.
• Expand the Safe Place Program by screening and
training new employees, and employees in other
divisions.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 96/97
FY 97/98
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
1) Number of storm drains cleaned
4
4
9
6
2) Miles of public right-of-way mowed
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
and cleaned
20.5
20.5
20.5
20.5
3) Hours of street sweeper operation
340
1,820
1,200
1,820
4) Linear feet of curb and gutter
installed/replaced City wide:
a) Old Town construction
N/A
16,800
16,800
13,500
b) Other replacement
N/A
1,700
1,700
5,000
c) Annual curb & gutter
installation/construction
3,200
2,500
2,500
2,500
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
98/99
97/98
96/97 97/98
Projected
Actual Budget
Actual
2/1 2.75/0.5
2.75/0.5 # Employees
70,686 88,689
87,103 Personnel
161,426 211,408
211,313 Operations
232,112 300,097
298,416
Employees: full time / part time
379,110 (0.2%)
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
98/99
99/00
Adopted
Projected Base
(% Change*)
(% Change **)
3/0.5
3/0.5
104,032 (19.4%)
104,032 (0.0%)
274,486 (29.9%)
275,078 (0.2%)
378,518 (26.8%)
379,110 (0.2%)
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WHAT WE DO:
• Seal Coat 2 miles of roadway and overlay 3 miles
in Old Town. Overlays to include:
The Street Department manages, maintains and repairs
City streets and is dedicated to the highest quality
• Maple Street from 7th to 15th.
workmanship at the lowest cost. Other responsibilities
• Paige, Main, and Brushy Streets
include traffic control, emergency operations, special
• Holly Street from 3rd Street to 7th Street.
events, and participation in code enforcement. Daily,
• Pine Street from 2nd Street to 7th Street
the department inspects roadways for sign repair,
• Railroad Street from 10th Street to
pavement management, and visible obstructions.
University Avenue.
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Street from 10th
The Street Department participates with the Safety
Street to University Avenue.
Manager to provide safety training workshops.
19th Street from Church Street to Brushy
Street.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1997/98:
• Microsurface approximately 8 miles of roadway
in the following areas:
• Seal coated approximately 2 miles of roadway
and overlay in Old Town:
• Park View Estates
• Selected areas of San Gabriel Heights
• Scenic Drive from Leander Road to Railroad
Street.
• Extend Holly Street to connect with College
• College Street from San Gabriel Park low
Street.
water bridge to 2nd Street.
• Construct 16th Street from Olive Street to Maple
• Reconstructed Leander Street at 21st Street and
Street.
22nd Street as part of a city economic
development project.
• Overlay Power Road in conjunction with
replacing curb and gutter.
• Overlayed Airport Road from Lakeway to Vortac.
• Assist in the development of a Transportation
• Constructed Northwest Boulevard extension from
Model in coordination with Systems Engineering.
Lakeway Drive to Serenada Drive.
• Complete the construction of Railroad Street.
• Constructed Park Lane through McCoy School to
F.M. 2338 and the McCoy School Bus Lane.
• Construct a parking lot at 6th and Main Streets.
• Completed construction projects on Country Club
• Work with Inspection Services and Fire Services
Drive, Haven Lane, 15th Street and Lakeway
on code enforcement process including the
Drive.
removal of substandard structures.
• Assisted Georgetown Independent School District
• Support and implement a work "Team" culture
in implementing solutions to traffic flow issues at
within the Division.
Frost, McCoy and Katy Schools.
• Participate in the expansion of the Safe Place
Program.
WHAT WE PIAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 1998/99:
• Overlay and install ribbon curb on 7th and 8th
Streets from Maple to IOOF cemetery.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
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ACTIVITY INDICATORS
1) Lane miles of sealcoat, overlay or
microsurfacing
2) Square feet of roadway patching
3) Traffic signs repaired/installed
4) Lane miles of streets maintenanced*
CITIZEN SURVEY
5) Percentage of citizens satisfied or
better with:
a) Safe movement of vehicles
b) Local street maintenance
c) Sidewalks
d) Streets & traffic overall
*New indicator in FY 97/98
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
FY 96/97
EY 97/98
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
N/A
N/A
20
20
12
13
58,700
35,000
35,000
30,000
140
200
140
200
N/A
N/A
325
335
N/A
N/A
55%
55%
N/A
N/A
77%
75%
N/A
N/A
74%
75%
N/A
N/A
68%
70%
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
98/99
97/98
96/97 97/98
Projected
Actual Budget
Actual
11/0.75 11/0.75
11/0.75 # Employees
330,000 361,000
350,698 Personnel
526,052 596,607
580,482 Operations
0 5,520
5,520 Capital
856,052 963,127
936,700
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
98/99
99/00
Adopted
Projected Base
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
12/0.75
12/0.75
449,721 (28.2%)
449,721 (0.0%)
591,106 (1.8%)
591,106 (o.o°io)
5,600 (1.4%)
0 (-100.0%)
1,046,427 (11.7%)
1,040,827 (-0.5"10)
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99 79
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The Water Distribution Department is responsible for
routine inspection of water distribution lines;
installation of new water taps and meters;
rehabilitation and replacement of damaged or
inefficient water lines, meters, fire hydrants and valves.
The Department performs water utility locations and
inspections for proper materials/methods. Staff advise
customers of non -City water problems, when
discovered. Staff are on-call to respond to emergency
problems 24 hours a day.
The Water Distribution Department takes routine water
samples to test the safety and efficiency of the system.
The Department will continue maintaining water
system lines and equipment as well as continue
recognizing, following, and meeting all Environmental
Protection Agency and Safe Drinking Water Act
regulations.
The Water Department participates with the Safety
Manager to provide safety training workshops, and
with the Inspection Services to ensure water system
protection.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1997/98:
• Relocated water line on Park Lane.
• Commenced operation of the expanded Lake
Water Plant.
• Implemented the Safe Place Program to provide
assistance to community youth.
• Conducted a pilot study to evaluate the Park
Water Plant for possible upgrade.
• Completed the following Water Capital
Improvement Projects:
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• Constructed an elevated water storage facility
(Del Webb) to maintain adequate water
pressure for fire flows and power outages.
• Constructed the Logan Road Water Line to
provide City water services to new customers.
• Replaced deteriorated water line on 15th
Street.
Replaced a deteriorated water line, along
Austin Avenue, between 12th and 17th
Streets.
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 1998/99:
• Complete the following Water Capital
Improvement Projects:
• Construct a portion of the West Loop 20 -inch
water line, to improve water supply and
provide transmission routes to other parts of
the system.
• Implement the Customer Choice & Control
(CCC) system to save meter reading expenses
and provide expanded service to customers.
• Install new water meter registers on all meters
replaced in 1997/98 to allow remote readings.
• Replace an 8 -inch water line with a 12 -inch
line to increase flows to Berry Creek.
• Upgrade the chemical feed system at the Park
Water Treatment Plant to reduce chemical needed
for treatment and in drinking water.
• Construct new restrooms at the Playscape, using
donations and labor from volunteers.
• Implement Team Leader management to allow
for employee problem solving and empowerment.
• Work with the Georgetown Independent School
District to recommend solutions to various utility
issues at the new Katy School site.
• Expand the Safe Place Program by screening and
training new employees, and employees in other
divisions.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
97/98
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 96/97
FY 97/98
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
1)
Water leaks repaired
744
230
230
225
2)
Water taps installed
720
450
450
450
3)
Line locations completed
597
530
525
530
4)
Fire hydrant meters installed
143
100
100
95
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
98/99 99/00
Adopted Projected Base
(% Change *) (% Change **)
6.75/0 9/0
237,482 (25.6%) 294,328 (23.9%)
335,978 (1.2%) 330,978 (-1.5%)
0 (-100.0%) 0 (N/A)
573,460 (6.9%) 625,306 (9.0%)
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97/98
96/97 97/98
Projected
Actual Budget
Actual
7/0 7/0
6/0 # Employees
203,000 189,072
189,072 Personnel
324,399 332,126
332,126 Operations
0 15,000
15,000 Capital
527,399 536,198
536,198
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
98/99 99/00
Adopted Projected Base
(% Change *) (% Change **)
6.75/0 9/0
237,482 (25.6%) 294,328 (23.9%)
335,978 (1.2%) 330,978 (-1.5%)
0 (-100.0%) 0 (N/A)
573,460 (6.9%) 625,306 (9.0%)
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WATER TREATMEi\rr FACILITIES
The City of Georgetown operates three water treatment plants: the Lake Water Treatment Facility, rated at 7.5 million
gallons per day (MGD); the San Gabriel Water Treatment Facility, rated at 5.45 MGD; and the Berry Creek Water
Treatment Facility, rated at 0.5 MGD. The Lake Water Treatment Plant was upgraded this year to increase its water
treatment capacity from 6.0 MGD to 7.5 MGD. This additional capacity will provide high quality water, in
compliance with applicable State Laws and Federal standards, to meet the demands of the Georgetown service area.
The City of Georgetown retains ownership of these plants and contracts for their operation with a private contractor.
CITIZEN SURVEY
3) Percentage of citizens satisfied or
better with quality of city
drinking water. N/A N/A 80% 90%
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
97/98
96/97 97/98 Projected
Actual Budget Actual
611,332
793,480
98/99 99/00
Adopted Projected Base
(% Change *) (% Change **)
793,480 Operations 815,690 (2.8%) 794,440 (-2.6%)
611,332 793,480 793,480
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
82
815,690 (2.8%) 794,440 (-2.6%)
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 96/97
FY 97/98
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
1) Water Utility Customers
10,264
10,650
11,075
11,850
2) Water Usage (MGD):
Average Flow
5.15
4.95
5.30
5.50
Peak Flow
12.09
11.75
12.20
12.50
Total Flow (MG)
1,880.00
1,804.00
1,870.00
1,895.00
CITIZEN SURVEY
3) Percentage of citizens satisfied or
better with quality of city
drinking water. N/A N/A 80% 90%
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
97/98
96/97 97/98 Projected
Actual Budget Actual
611,332
793,480
98/99 99/00
Adopted Projected Base
(% Change *) (% Change **)
793,480 Operations 815,690 (2.8%) 794,440 (-2.6%)
611,332 793,480 793,480
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
82
815,690 (2.8%) 794,440 (-2.6%)
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
WATER CONTRACTS
The Water Utility transfers two percent of its gross billings to the General Fund and Street Special Revenue Fund.
This transfer is a payment of franchise fees which would have been payable to the General Fund from a non -City
provider of such services.
This department is also used to account for the contractual obligations not specific to any individual department of
the fund.
The City makes annual payments to the Brazos River Authority for the City's surface water supply. The City has
water rights to 6,720 acre feet in Lake Georgetown and 15,488 acre feet in Lake Stillhouse Hollow. These water
rights, in conjunction with existing ground water wells, are expected to meet Georgetown's needs through 2040.
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
98/99
97/98
96/97
97/98
Projected
(% Change *)
Actual
Budget
Actual
156,294
461,621
447,568
447,568
Admin Allocations
210,100
23,604
0
Lease & Contracts
367,913
387,000
387,000
BRA - Water Purchases
61,370
100,000
100,000
Council Contingency
129,704
141,149
141,146
Franchise Fee
288,146
328,323
328,323
Joint Svc Allocations
60,294
0
0
Special Services / Legal
9,591
0
0
Programs & Projects
36,556
20,000
20,000
Water Conservation
1,495,779
(5.o%)
1,433,044
1.625.295
1,447,644
1,424,037
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
98/99
99/00
Adopted
Projected Base
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
156,294
(-65.1%)
156,294
(0.0%)
0
(N/A)
0
(N/A)
400,000
(3.4%)
410,000
(2.5%)
175,000
(75.0%)
100,000
(42.9%)
143,447
(1.6%)
150,712
(5.1%)
596,038
(91.5%)
596,038
(0.0%)
5,000
(NIA)
0
(-100.0%)
0
(N/A)
0
(N/A)
20,000
(0.0%)
20,000
(0.0%)
1,495,779
(5.o%)
1,433,044
(4.2%)
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WHAT WE DO:
The Wastewater Collection Department maintains and
rehabilitates the wastewater collection system, through
routine inspections of system facilities and restoration
of broken or collapsed mains. The Department
provides maintenance services including: the
installation of wastewater taps, the clearing, jet
cleaning and camera inspection of lines, the
troubleshooting of customer problems and the locating
City wastewater lines. In addition, the Department
performs preventive maintenance functions of the
expanded collection system. This department
coordinates with Building Inspection to ensure a safe
and functioning wastewater system
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1997/98:
• Rehabilitated 15th Street wastewater line to
replace deteriorated line from Church Street to
Hutto Road.
• Constructed the Logan Road Wastewater Line to
provide City wastewater services to new
customers.
• Extended wastewater service to North Austin
Avenue, Booty's Road, and Indian Creek.
• Installed lift station on 20th Street.
• Lowered manholes at Leander and 21st Street.
• Worked in cooperation with Texas Wildlife
Commission and the Texas Natural Resource
Conservation Commission (TNRCC) to mitigate
the closure of the cave site on Tamara Drive.
• Implemented the Safe Place Program to provide
assistance to community youth.
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 1998/99:
• Wastewater Capital Improvements to be
completed in 1998/99:
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• Complete the design of the Pecan Branch
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Complete engineering drawings and obtain
easements for the second phase of the Pecan
Branch Wastewater Line, to extend gravity
sewer, from County Road 152 to FM 971, for
flow into Pecan Branch.
• Begin construction of the Pecan Branch
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Construct the Second Phase of the Smith
Branch Interceptor.
• Construct the Smith Branch Feeder to divert
wastewater from 15th Street, and to reduce
load from the San Gabriel Wastewater
Treatment Plant.
• Construct the Williams Drive wastewater line
from Country Club lift station to Booty's
Road to provide for commercial growth.
• Expand the Safe Place Program by screening and
training new employees, and employees in other
divisions.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
97/98
96/97 97/98 Projected
Actual Budget Actual
3/1 5/1 5/1 # Employees
106,743 166,911 157,688 Personnel
215,041 218,731 213,831 Operations
6,928 0 0 Capital
328,712 385,642 371,519
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
98/99
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 96/97
FY 97/98
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
1) Sewer blockages cleared
239
165
165
165
2) Manholes repaired
39
6
6
6
3) Line locations completed
45
50
50
50
4) Wastewater taps installed
324
300
300
300
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
97/98
96/97 97/98 Projected
Actual Budget Actual
3/1 5/1 5/1 # Employees
106,743 166,911 157,688 Personnel
215,041 218,731 213,831 Operations
6,928 0 0 Capital
328,712 385,642 371,519
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
98/99
99/00
Adopted
Projected Base
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
5/1
5/1
170,064 (7.8%)
170,064 (o.o%)
247,292 (15.6%)
265,792 (7.5%)
0 (N/A)
0 (N/A)
417,356 (12.3%)
435,856 (4.40/.)
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99 85
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES
The City of Georgetown operates three wastewater treatment plants: the Dove Springs Wastewater Treatment Facility,
rated at of 1.25 million gallons per day (MGD); the San Gabriel Wastewater Treatment Facility, rated at of 2.5 MGD;
and the Berry Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility, rated at 100,000 gallons per day (purchased in 1995). These
award winning plants treat domestic and industrial effluent according to statutory regulations, and provide
environmentally safe disposal of wastewater materials.
The City of Georgetown contracts with a private contractor to provide for the operation of the wastewater plants. The
private contractor conducts routine wastewater bio -monitoring, nitrogen removal and dechlorination. The City
continues to closely monitor and evaluate these operations and retains ownership of the plants.
During 1996/97 the City began the permitting process for the Pecan Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant, planned to
open in 2000/01. The permitting process will be completed and engineering and design will commence during
1998/99. This plant will provide additional system capacity and service for Sun City.
ACTUAL
ACTIVITY INDICATORS FY 96/97
1) Wastewater Utility Customers 8,065
2) Average Daily Flow (MGD) 2.56
3) Peak Daily Flow (MGD) 9.8
4) Million gallons treated 932
BUDGETED PROJECTED PROPOSED
FY 97/98 FY 97/98 FY 98/99
8,700 8,798 9,500
2.92 3.0 3.2
5.00 6.0 8.0
1,065 1,200 1,300
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
97/98
96/97 97/98 Projected
Actual Budget Actual
586,212 753,643 753,643 Operations
586,212 753,643 753,643
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
98/99 99/00
Adopted Projected Base
(% Change *) (% Change **)
739,082 (-1.9°io) 701,332 (-5.1%)
739,082 (-1.9°ro) 701,332 (-5.1%)
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
86 ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
WASTEWATER CONTRACTS
The Wastewater Utility transfers two percent of its gross billings to the General Fund and Street Special Revenue
Fund. This transfer is a payment of franchise fees which would have been payable to the General Fund from a non -
City provider of such services.
This department is also used to account for the contractual obligations not specific to an individual department of the
fund.
1998/99 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 1999/00 PROJECTED BUDGET:
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
98/99
97/98
96/97
97/98
Projected
(% Change *)
Actual
Budget
Actual
800
0
800
800
Dues & Memberships
77,798
80,102
80,102
Franchise Fees
252,953
352,986
352,986
General Fund Allocations
343,210
4102554
410,554
Joint Svc Allocations
392,851
0
0
Programs & Projects
23,225
483,561
520,000
Spec. Svc / Legal
(-37.6%)
1.090.037
1,328,003
1,364,442
* Percent change of 98/99 Adopted from 97/98 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 99/00 Projected Base from 98/99 Adopted
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 1998/99
98/99
99/00
Adopted
Projected Base
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
800
(0.0%)
800
(0.0%)
84,259
(5.2i)
86,706
(2.9%)
101,376
(-71.3%)
101,376
(0.0i)
644,879
(57.1%)
644,879
(0.0%)
0
(N/A)
0
(N/A)
20,000
(-96.2i)
20,000
(0.0%)
851,314
(-37.6%)
853,761
(0.3%)
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