HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_GUS_01.13.2017Minutes of the Meeting of the
Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board and the
Governing Body of the City of Georgetown, Texas
January 13, 2017 at 2:00PM
at GeorgetoFrn Municipal Complex, 300-1 Industrial Avenue, Georgetown, TX
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Board Members Present: Bill Stump - Chair, Mike Cunningham - Vice Chair, Joyce Mapes --
Secretary, Ed Pastor, John Copelan, Edward Wiley, Steve Fought
Board Members Absent: none
Staff Members Present: Jim Briggs, Mike Babin, Wes Wright, Chris Foster, Leticia Zavala,
David Thomison, Michael Hallmark, Sheila Mitchell
Others Present: None
Regular Session
(This Regular Session may, at any time, be recessed to convene an Executive Session for any purpose
authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.)
A. Call to Order - Called to order by Chair at 2:00FM
The Board may, at any time, recess the Regular Session to convene an Executive Session at the
request of the Chair, a Board Member, the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, General Manager
of Utilities, City Council Member, or legal counsel for any purpose authorized by the Open Meetings
Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551, and are subject to action in the Regular Session that
follows.
B. Introduction of Visitors -- None
Employee Recognition
--None submitted at time of posting
C. Discussion regarding the Project Progress Report, timelines including projects and Council Actions. -
Michael Hallmark, Project Manager
Hallmark gave update, stating reports were included in packets. Stump discussed sewer line project
and lay of line along Berry Creek. He stated this might be a good time for a newspaper article to
educate the public on gravity lines. Hallmark noted one of the projects is a Capital Improvement
Project for Berry Creek Interceptor (SCI). Wright spoke on two BCI projects; current and future.
Wright noted future project may come to board, possible in February/March. Briggs further
commented on the wastewater master plan and regionalization in San Gabriel Basin. Wright
reminded board of TCEQ maintenance requirements for systems located over the Edwards Aquifer.
Pastor asked and Hallmark gave update on CR255 located in Western District area.
D. Industry Updates
Briggs updated on legislation filed by Senator Schwertner related to dissolving Special Districts on a
statewide level; companion bili filed in House. Another local bill filed by Schwertner to specifically
dissolve the Chisholm Trail Board. Expecting better support of this bill this session. Possibly effective
September 1st if passed. February 2nd will be hearing in the Third Court of Appeals regarding lawsuits
filed by former CTSUD customers. Electric Rate adjustment for Transmission Cost of Service will go
out to customers on February billing. An electric rate review should be accomplished this calendar
year to be in compliance with our policy. Original review was 2011 and again three years ago. No
changes were made at that time. Rate review will come to Board at a future meeting once complete.
In addition updates will begin coming to Board quarterly in Executive Session for fund balance
updates, as directed by Council. Briggs also discussed weather, energy and water consumption based
on weather patterns. Foster will bring seasonal updates to Board. Briggs also discussed Rate
Stabilization Fund. The CIP process is about to start; potential to start the process for a South Lake
Water Treatment Plant Site. Stump held discussion regarding time of use, conservation, etc.
Legislative Regular Agenda
The Board will individually consider and possibly take action on any or all of the following items:
E. Review and possible action to approve the minutes from the Regular GUS Board meeting held on
December 8, 2016. — Sheila K. Mitchell, GUS Board Liaison
No discussion. Motion by Pastor, seconded by Mapes to approve the minutes from the Regular GUS
Board meeting held on December 8, 2016. Approved 7-0-0
F. Consideration and possible recommendation to approve a contract with Environmental
Improvements, Inc., for the capital upgrade of the San Gabriel wastewater treatment plant head
works fine screen in the approximate amount of $80,518.14. -- David W. Thomison, Water Services
Manager
Thomison clarified amount in item caption requested for repairs is correct for $80,518.14. He
provided update on repairs needed at San Gabriel wastewater treatment plant. Stump asked and
Thomison confirmed screen is a very large stainless steel screen. Cunningham noted this is an intake
screen and asked if costs include materials and installation by vendor? Thomison confirmed those
costs are included. Cunningham stated this is a very reasonable price. Pastor asked about life cycle
and discussion continued about materials, maintenance and causes of failures. Briggs also spoke on
EIz (Environmental Improvements, Inc.) and their desire to get into the preventive maintenance
market in this area in the future. Some discussion continued. Motion by Cunningham, seconded by
Pastor to approve a contract with Environmental Improvements, Inc., for the capital upgrade of the
San Gabriel wastewater treatment plant head works fine screen in the approximate amount of
$80,518.14. Approved 7-0-0
Stump informed board this will be his last official meeting, as his term will be up in March. He will be
traveling so unable to attend the March meeting. Board thanked him for his service. Stump stated he
enjoyed his time with the board and looks forward to seeing what they work on in the future.
Adjournment
Motion by Wiley, seconded by Copelan to adjourn. Approved 7-0-0. Meeting adjourned at 2:4317M.
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Bill Stump — Chair
Joyce Mapes - Secretary
Sheila K. Mitch , GTJS Board Liaison