HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_GUS_12.12.2013 Notice of Meeting of the
Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory Board and the
Governing Body of the City of Georgetown, Texas
December 12, 2013 at 2:00PM
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Board Members Present: Robert Young; Chair, Robert Kostka, Brian Lindsey, Bill
Stump, John Hesser, Patty Eason
Board Members Absent: Arthur Yaeger
Staff Present: Glenn Dishong, Wesley Wright, Leticia Zavala, Sheila Mitchell, Chris
Foster (joined at 3:02PM), Jim Briggs (joined at 3:05PM), David Munk (joined at 3:18pm)
Others Present: Citizens – Steve Ricks, Jim Clarno, BRA representatives – Brad Brunett,
David Collingsworth, Trey Buzzbee, John Hofmann
Regular Session
A. Call to Order – Called to order by the Chair at 2:02PM
Georgetown Utility Systems Advisory 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 – Citizens – Steve Ricks, Jim Clarno, BRA representatives – Brad Brunett,
David Collingsworth, Trey Buzzbee, John Hofmann
C. Discussion regarding the Project Progress Report, timelines including projects and Council Actions. –
Michael Hallmark, Project Manager
Discussion: Wright provided updates on project reports included in packet. Wright noted an
additional project paired up with Sneed Drive, for sewer, as part of an economic development
initiative. Project approval went through GTEC. We will start design of the project in the next few
weeks and provide updates as it moves along. Kostka asked about Tin Barn Alley status; Wright
stated bid will be right after the New Year; award in February/March; break ground April. Eight
Street improvements were added to project so plans are being finalized to bid out. All items
forwarded to Council passed last week. Dishong noted LCRA substation item passed at Council
meeting this week, which was discussed at a previous GUS Board meeting.
Young thanked the City for the Christmas ornaments given to the Board members.
D. Industry Updates
Discussion: Dishong gave update on CTSUD consolidation, stating City began management in
November. TCEQ application was made and a few small items were requested and re -submitted.
Should receive notification soon on administratively complete application, which will start a 60 -
day clock for the final decision. He also explained waiving notice provisions and/or a hearing. If
there is a hearing, the timeframe is extended. Have been managing CTSUD for last 6 weeks;
participated in one CTSUD Board meeting so far. Assisting them with efficiencies, etc., which
also assists with their staffing. Young asked about attitude of their staff and Dishong noted field
staff has been working very close with our staff and making a quick transition to work together.
Hesser asked about Chief Sullivan’s comments of an issue with a hydrant at a fire; Dishong
stated hydrant actually belonged to the City and provided further detail on the issue. Hesser also
asked about CTSUD checking their hydrants and Dishong stated we are helping them map their
hydrants and CTSUD also has a contractor currently working on all of their hydrants.
E. Presentation and discussion regarding Brazos River Authority’s (BRAs) strategic water supply
planning, resource management and regionalization services.
Discussion: John Hofmann began presentation and introduced BRA staff present. He stated it
was an informational briefing and allowed for Q&A time. Chairman Young asked and Hofmann
stated he would provide a copy of the presentation for the Board members. Other questions were
asked by Board members and answers provided by BRA staff regarding reservoirs, water reuse,
conservation, coal plants, future water use planning, etc.
Foster joined meeting at 3:02PM; Briggs joined at 3:05PM; Munk joined at 3:18PM
Young thanked BRA Staff for their information and presentation. Hofmann stated they would be happy
to return at any time in the future.
Legislative Regular Agenda
The Board will individually consider and possibly take action on any or all of the following items:
F. Review and possible action to approve the minutes from the Regular GUS Board meeting held on
November 8, 2013. – Sheila K. Mitchell, GUS Board Liaison
Discussion: None. Motion by Stump, seconded by Kostka to approve the minutes from the
Regular GUS Board meeting held on November 8, 2013. Approved 6-0-1 (Yaeger absent)
G. Consideration and possible recommendation to approve Task Order KPA-14-001 with Kasberg,
Patrick & Associates, LP of Georgetown, Texas, for professional services related to Edwards Aquifer
Recharge Zone Rehabilitation 2013-2014 in the amount of $155,640.00. – Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems
Engineering Director/Michael Hallmark, Project Manager
Discussion: Wright presented item with overview of EARZ requirements for review of the
system. Wright noted item covers design of issues to be addressed from last year’s review of the
system. Young asked and Wright further explained last year’s cost compared to this year; noting
costs are very reasonable considering amount volume of work to be completed. Wright noted we
may move some of the work and expenses into next year’s budget. Kostka asked and Wright
explained work will continue each year. Motion by Stump, seconded by Lindsey to approve
Task Order KPA-14-001 with Kasberg, Patrick & Associates, LP of Georgetown, Texas, for
professional services related to Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Rehabilitation 2013 -2014 in the
amount of $155,640.00. Approved 6-0-1 (Yaeger absent)
Young thanked staff for the great job of keeping the board informed. He wished everyone a Merry
Christmas and Happy New Year.
Motion by Lindsey, seconded by Kostka to adjourn. Approved 6-0-1 (Yaeger absent). Adjourned at
3:31PM
Adjournment
Certificate of Posting
I, Jessica Brettle, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of
Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all
times, on the _____ day of ____________, 2013, at _________, and remained so posted for at least 72 hours
preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
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Jessica Brettle, City Secretary