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Utility
Systems
The Georgetown Utility Systems Division consists of Administration, Energy Services (Electric and AMR),
Transportation Services (Streets and Stormwater Drainage), Systems Engineering, Water Services (Pump
Maintenance, Wastewater Collection, Water Distribution, Reuse Irrigation and Wastewater and Water Treatment).
This division constructs, maintains, and operates the City’s utility infrastructure. The Division is responsible to
maintain positive working relationships with outside organizations including the Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality (formerly the Texas Natural Resources Conservation Commission) and the Texas
Department of Transportation. The Division also coordinates contracts with the private sector. This Division also
oversees and coordinates the “Safe Place” children’s program.
Electric
Page 86
SCADA - AMR
Page 90
Energy Sevices
Systems Engineering
Page 92
Stormwater Drainage
Page 94
Streets
Page 96
Transportation Services
Pump Maintenance
Page 98
Water
Page 100
Wastewater
Page 108
Water Services
Georgetown Utility Systems
Administration
Page 84
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL BASE
Administration 354,335 498,384 482,734 598,232 (23.9%)600,114
Electric 1,265,929 1,405,536 1,349,290 1,419,516 (5.2%)1,422,567
AMR 166,851 536,746 506,489 569,137 (12.4%)570,214
Electric Contracts 18,041,138 16,176,398 17,564,231 18,274,877 (4.0%)18,926,094
Pump Maintenance 422,404 459,227 459,081 477,467 (4.0%)478,858
Stormwater Drainage 466,286 597,610 566,233 667,830 (17.9%)685,311
Streets 1,448,328 2,118,017 2,066,591 1,790,125 (-13.4%)1,798,399
Systems Engineering 238,033 327,925 362,167 526,577 (45.4%)522,428
Water Distribution 788,784 924,555 881,061 1,035,840 (17.6%)1,037,043
Water Treatment 1,418,121 946,620 1,118,637 1,225,042 (9.5%)1,251,191
Water Contracts 2,088,728 3,070,537 3,002,641 3,167,799 (5.5%)3,874,605
Wastewater Collection 603,163 701,967 667,370 743,774 (11.4%)744,465
Wastewater Treatment 695,749 1,188,920 1,028,100 1,302,165 (26.7%)1,382,165
Wastewater Contracts 917,604 1,005,619 858,879 1,217,470 (41.8%)1,237,745
Reuse Irrigation 25,100 10,500 30,599 (191.4%)30,627
Division Total 28,915,453 29,983,161 30,924,004 33,046,450 (6.9%)34,561,826
* Percent change of 02/03 Adopted from 01/02 Projected Actual
* Includes Administration & Systems Engineering
00/01 01/02 01/02 03/04
PERSONNEL SUMMARY ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL PROJECTED
Administration 577 8
Electric 16 16 16 16
AMR 366 6
Systems Engineering 567 8
Stormwater Drainage 3/.5 5/.5 5/.5 5/.5
Streets 12/.75 11/.75 11/.75 11/.75
Pump Maintenance 7/.25 7/.25 7/.25 7/.25
Water Distribution 81 0 1 0 1 0
Wastewater Collection 6/.25 6/.25 6/.25 6
Total (FT/PT) 65/1.75 74/1.75 75/1.75 77/1.5
Georgetown Utility Systems
8
16
02/03
ADOPTED
02/03
ADOPTED
(% Change*)
6
8
5/.5
11/.75
7/.25
10
6
77/1.5
Personnel
11%
Capital
3%
Operations
86%
18,274,877
5,936,747
667,830
1,124,809
1,790,125
1,988,653
3,263,409
0 2,000,000 4,000,000 6,000,000 8,000,000 10,000,000
Stormwater
*Support
Streets
Electric Ops
Wastewater Ops
Water Ops
Electric Contracts
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Administration
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Georgetown Utility Systems (GUS) Administration Department manages financial operations and personnel
services for all departments in the division. The Department 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
Utilities during Emergency Management situations.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Provide reliable utility services and efficient, effective transportation systems that protect the community and
reflect its values.
h Promote a safe and positive working environment for employees.
h Ensure excellent customer service to the Georgetown community.
h Promote Consumer Education program for efficient utility use, conservation, and customer service.
h Maintain quality utilities and transportation systems that promote well-planned development.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
h Coordinated creation and implementation of the Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation
(GTEC) Board and the Georgetown Utility Systems (GUS) Advisory Board.
h Worked with Georgetown Independent School District to resolve concerns related to the proposed
development of new school locations.
h Oversaw construction process of the Pecan Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant.
h Coordinated with Williamson County to form the Shell Road Public Improvement District (PID) to fund
transportation infrastructure.
h Created the draft regional stormwater facilities document and incorporated into the Unified Development
Code (UDC).
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Successfully relocate Georgetown Utility Systems operations to the new complex on Industrial Avenue.
h Clearly identify cost benefit analysis of proposed annexation plan to identify potential revenue
generation/operational costs related to utilities and transportation.
h Continue the customer education process on efficient use of consumable utilities to reduce peak demands.
h Increase organizational focus on regional planning efforts.
ADMINISTRATION
00/01
ACTUAL
01/02
BUDGET
01/02
ACTUAL
02/03
ADOPTED
03/04
PROJECTED
Assistant City Manager for Utilities
Administrative Manager
Administrative Assistant
Dispatcher Customer Service Coordinator
Secretary/Receptionist
Paralegal
Key Account Representative
Total
1
1
1
1
1
0
0
5
1
1
1
2
1
1
0
7
1
1
1
2
1
1
0
7
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
8
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
8
85
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Work orders issued 12,785 11,684 17,000 13,500 15,000
2. Contracts negotiated 49 70 60 71 75
3. Purchase orders processed N/A 1,244 1,400 2,201 2,000
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Consumer education program
contacts
2. Customer satisfaction of field
operations
3. Lost time injury/accidents
N/A
N/A
3
16,644
N/A
3
6,552
90%
0
17,480
90%
1
17,000
92%
0
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: JOINT SERVICES FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
Georgetown Utility Systems’ operations will relocate to the new municipal complex on Industrial Avenue as soon as
remodeling is completed. During construction in 2002, utility costs will be paid on both the current building and the
new complex, which accounts for the variance in operational costs.
A key account representative for the utility systems is added in 2002/03 to recruit and manage large scale utility
customers.
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
255,214 358,832 351,715 Personnel 427,538 428,613
99,121 139,552 131,019 Operations 170,694 171,501
354,335 498,384 482,734 598,232 600,114
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Georgetown Utility Systems
Energy Services – Electric Operations
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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) and Calpine Energy Services Corporation. 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 streetlights and security lighting systems. The department
administers a tree trimming maintenance program to minimize outages and
prevent damage to electric distribution equipment and lines. The
department promotes public education and provides information through
safety programs. In addition, the department monitors proposed legislation
related to electric deregulation and evaluates its potential impact on the City of Georgetown and its customers.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Maintain a nationally recognized safety record for the City’s electric and AMR departments.
h Stay abreast of issues related to the Texas electric utility industry due to deregulation.
h Explore viable options to control and reduce our purchased power expenses.
h Provide reliable, cost effective electric service for our customers.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/02
h Completed the design and ground breaking for the new 138/25kv Rivery Substation in conjunction with LCRA.
h Constructed 9 miles of new underground lines and 2.5 miles of new overhead lines for system expansion.
h Integrated into electric operations an electric reliability software program to track momentary and timed
outages by source, feeder, voltage, length, number of customers effected, and cause of outage.
h Implemented an in-house line technician safety training program for all electric department personnel.
h Developed and implemented a new construction specification manual to allow for standardized construction
practices.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Completion of new Rivery Substation and feeder exits in conjunction with LCRA, to serve the growing load on
the I-35 corridor.
h Automate distribution equipment to aid outage detection, service restoration and system reliability.
h Expand the yearly meter testing and thermovision program for all electric facilities to increase system
reliability and ensure revenue reliability.
h Explore functionality of outage management software and integrated voice response software systems to
enhance customer service.
ELECTRIC
00/01
ACTUAL
01/02
BUDGET
01/02
ACTUAL
02/03
ADOPTED
03/04
PROJECTED
Energy Services Manager
Operations Team Leader – Electric
Journey Line Technician
Inspector – Electric Crew Leader – Electric
1
1
0
2
3
1
1
0
2
3
1
1
0
2
3
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
3
Line Technician 3 3 3 3 3
Apprentice Line Technician 6 6 6 6 6
Total 16 16 16 16 16
NUMBER OF ELECTRIC CUSTOMERS
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
14,000
16,000
18,000
98/99 99/00 00/01 01/02 02/03*
87
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. # of street lights
2. Street light repairs
2,095
606
2,260
270
2,250
850
2,715
805
3,000
900
3. Underground locates 4,895 3,602 5,000 3,125 3,800
4. Ft of 3 phase OH line constructed 42,250 11,088 52,000 21,120 41,680
5. Ft of 3 phase UG constructed 52,500 12,144 25,000 18,480 20,000
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Compliance with ERCOT 95% LF 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
2. % of system GPS 10% 95% 100% 99% 100%
3. Feeder line circuit maintenance 10% 25% 40% 40% 50%
4. Average System Availability Index N/A N/A N/A 99.9% 99.9%
5. Electric System training by TEEX* 70% 100% 100% 100% 100%
* TEEX (Texas Engineering Extension Service)
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: ELECTRIC FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
784,114 827,054 774,627 Personnel 827,381 829,458
453,470 578,482 574,663 Operations 592,135 593,109
28,345 Capital
1,265,929 1,405,536 1,349,290 1,419,516 1,422,567
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Georgetown Utility Systems
Energy Services - Electric Contracts
The Electric Fund transfers to the General 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. Special Projects and Services include
programs such as public education, energy and contracts not attributable to the Electric Department. Allocated
costs for administrative or support departments are also recognized. The City maintains 182 miles of overhead
electric distribution lines, 87 miles of underground distribution lines, and with the completion of the Rivery
Substation will have a 130-megawatt capacity.
ELECTRIC CONTRACTS BUDGET: ELECTRIC FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
Purchased power costs decrease in 2002 due to the predicted reduction of the fuel surcharge implemented by the
City’s power provider in 2000.
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
16,222,960 14,238,000 15,549,236 Purchased Power 15,945,649 16,582,282
350,582 415,982 385,361 General Fund Allocations 418,394 422,143
786,380 862,533 937,477 Joint Svc Allocations 1,177,881 1,167,344
504,781 441,300 496,500 Franchise Fees 510,050 529,850
176,435 218,583 195,657 Special Projects & Svcs 222,903 224,475
18,041,138 16,176,398 17,564,231 18,274,877 18,926,094
90
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Energy Services – SCADA-Automatic Meter Reading (AMR)
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The SCADA-AMR Department is responsible for operation,
maintenance, and gathering of customer utility consumption data. This is
accomplished by operation of a fixed wireless network for use by Utility
Billing in preparing customers water, wastewater and electric billings and
by a power line carrier system for the City’s large commercial and
industrial electric customers. The Department also monitors and assists
with controlling of the City’s electric, pumping, water and wastewater
facilities via a SCADA wireless network. The department currently
monitors 4-electric substations with 16 substation breakers, 22-lift
stations, 5-pumping stations, 3-water treatment plants, 3-wastewater
treatment plant, 6-well sites, as well as the emergency notification
sirens.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Assist utility customers in conservation efforts by providing accurate, individualized water and electric
consumption data.
h Ensure that 96% of AMR electric and water meters are read electronically and accurately (national average is
90-93%).
h Expand the large commercial and industrial electric metering program in preparation to meet the ERCOT
(Electric Reliability Council of Texas) protocols for electric deregulation of IDR (Interval Data Recorder)
metering on customers with a peak demand greater than 1000kW.
h Expand deployment of water ERT’s (Encoder Receiver Transmitter) to new growth areas of the City’s water
system.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
h Implemented a Drive-by AMR system to electronically read water and electric meters in dual certified areas
and water-only service areas.
h Completed computer equipment life cycle change out and network separation to insure the security and
availability of the AMR systems data processing equipment.
h Worked with LCRA and Utility Billing on aggregating the school electric accounts.
h Completed the installation of the Pecan Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant control and instrumentation
system and the interfacing of this system with the City’s SCADA system.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Install SCADA controlled equipment in Georgetown, Gabriel, and Rivery substations to improve identification
of outage causes and locations that will aid in service restoration and troubleshooting.
h Expand SCADA system to allow for control of all substation breakers and line breakers and additional water
and wastewater facilities and other development within the service area.
h Maintain 100% AMR deployment in electric and expand water deployment due to past system growth.
h Upgrade control system and SCADA interface for the Lake Water Treatment Plant expansion.
AUTOMATIC METER READING (AMR)
00/01
ACTUAL
01/02
BUDGET
01/02
ACTUAL
02/03
ADOPTED
03/04
PROJECTED
AMR Systems Technician
AMR Meter Reader
AMR System Operator
SCADA System Technician
Wireless Communication System Manager
2
1
0
0
0
2
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
Total 3 6 6 6 6
ERT’s INSTALLED
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
14,000
16,000
99/00 00/01 01/02 02/03*
Electric Water
91
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Electric ERTs installed 13,600 14,071 14,850 14,850 15,750
2. Water ERTs installed 9,500 10,642 11,650 11,900 12,800
3. Itron CCUs installed 462 499 519 525 545
4. RTU upgrades 13332
5 . R T U s I n s t a l l e d 4 64 75 25 05 5
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. AMR water meters read monthly N/A 86% 95% 96% 96%
2. AMR electric meters read monthly N/A 94% 95% 96% 96%
3. AMR read/CIS billed accounts N/A 75% 84% 86% 90%
4. CCU success rate (7/24/365) 97% 98% 99% 99% 99%
5. SCADA uptime (7/24/365) 99.4% 99.7% 99.7% 99.7% 99.7%
6. SCADA system remote controlled 83% 83% 88% 88% 92%
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: ELECTRIC FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
44,122 251,147 246,297 Personnel 269,355 270,078
13,918 285,599 260,192 Operations 299,782 300,136
108,811 Capital
166,851 536,746 506,489 569,137 570,214
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Georgetown Utility Systems
Systems Engineering
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Systems Engineering Department is responsible for the
coordination and installation of Capital Improvement Projects (CIP’s)
using consultant design engineering firms; assists in negotiations for
the acquisition of easements and rights-of-way; provides inspection,
testing services and contract management for these projects. This
department manages and maintains utility systems models for
departments within the Georgetown Utility Services Division, including:
Water, Electric, Stormwater Drainage, Streets and Wastewater. The
construction standards/specifications are developed and maintained by
Systems Engineering for CIP and Development construction. Systems
Engineering supports the review of Development plans and provides
inspection, testing and contract management for the installation of
these facilities.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
• Provide the highest quality inspection and quality control for CIP and development related infrastructure
construction.
• Establish and maintain successful asset management practices within Georgetown Utility Systems.
• Apply modern technology to reduce the cost and disruption of utility service.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
• Directed design of 14 CIP projects and their installation for completed cost of $18,864,020.00.
• Completed the installation of the infrastructure for 57 development projects.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
• Develop Geographic Information System data for water system infrastructure locations.
• Assist in implementation of Transportation Improvement Planning and a Comprehensive Transportation Plan
for Georgetown Transportation Enhancement Corporation (GTEC).
• Update the Water Distribution System Master Plan.
• Provide Capital Improvement Projects (CIP’s) status and information on the internet.
• Manage the Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Survey per the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEC)
guidelines as part of the Edwards Compliance Plan.
• Assist in the implementation of the Regional Stormwater Master Plan.
• Develop a comprehensive utility management plan to assist in long-range utility planning.
SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
00/01
ACTUAL
01/02
BUDGET
01/02
ACTUAL
02/03
ADOPTED
03/04
PROJECTED
System Engineering Manager 1 1 1 1 1
C.I.P. Coordinator 0 1 1 1 1
Utility Systems Information Manager 1 1 1 1 1
Chief Field Representative 1 1 1 1 1
Field Representative
Systems Engineering Tech
2
0
1
0
3
0
3
1
3
1
Total 5 5 7 8 8
CIP PROJECT COSTS
$0
$5,000,000
$10,000,000
$15,000,000
$20,000,000
$25,000,000
98/99 99/00 00/01 01/02 02/03*
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5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
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Project Costs # of Projects
93
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Capital Improvement Projects:
# of projects 22 40 22 14 27
Project budget $6,895,000 $14,818,658 $4,842,884 $21,000,000 $16,847,000
Construction costs N/A N/A N/A $18,864,020 N/A
2. Development Projects:
# of projects N/A N/A N/A 57 57
3. Easement/Right-of-Way:
Acquisitions 44 25 30 42 42
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. % CIP projects – design complete N/A 100% 78% 97% 100%
2. % CIP projects under construction N/A 100% 55% 100% 100%
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: JOINT SERVICES FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
Two inspectors were temporarily transferred from the Planning and Development Division to assist with inspection
workload through year-end 2001/02. Two new inspection positions, along with an engineering technician to provide
utility system support were added in 2002/03.
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
207,271 280,654 308,787 Personnel 430,596 442,774
30,762 47,271 53,380 Operations 95,981 79,654
238,033 327,925 362,167 526,577 522,428
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Georgetown Utility Systems
Transportation Services - Stormwater Drainage
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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
sign maintenance for the Street Department and assisting Police and
Fire Services on Code Enforcement issues.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Utilize the Regional Stormwater Master Plan by building detention ponds and upgrading waterways as
needed within the city.
h Comply with Phase II Stormwater regulations by 2003.
h Reduce the threat of property damage and personal injury, and enhance public safety through proper
maintenance and operation of the city’s drainage system.
h Improve the cleanliness and appearance of the community through the sweeping of city streets.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
h Implemented aggressive street sign replacement program in Old Town.
h Completed the Regional Stormwater Detention Plan for developments future drainage needs.
h Replaced inadequate stormsewer in Old Town (Ash Street Drainage) and installed approximately 15,000
linear feet of curbs.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Take corrective action to improve drainage on Church Street.
h Correct drainage issues at Pine and 13th Street.
h Eliminate flooding of drainage conveyances at 13th and Pine Street.
h Expand the in-house maintenance program to include wet detention ponds.
STORMWATER DRAINAGE
00/01
ACTUAL
01/02
BUDGET
01/02
ACTUAL
02/03
ADOPTED
03/04
PROJECTED
Supervisor/ Sign & Drainage 1 1 1 1 1
Sign & Drainage Field Technician
Heavy Equipment Operator
Light Equipment Operator
1
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Street Sweeper Operator 1 1 1 1 1
Crewman 1 (P/T) .5 .5 .5 .5 .5
Total (FT/PT) 3/.5 5/.5 5/.5 5/.5 5/.5
DETENTION PONDS MAINTAINED
0
5
10
15
20
25
98/99 99/00 00/01 01/02 02/03*
95
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Miles of public right-of-way mowed
and cleaned 20.5 20.5 20.5 20.5 20.5
2. Hours of street sweeper operation 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
3. Linear feet of curb and gutter
installed/replaced city wide 21,000 16,500 2,300 10,000 1,200
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. # of times city streets swept
annually N/A N/A 8.6 6 8.6
2. Cubic yards of debris prevented
from entering waterways N/A 1,440 3,840 3,000 3,840
3. # of detention ponds maintained 14 15 18 18 20
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: STORMWATER DRAINAGE FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
132,958 210,601 200,052 Personnel 209,075 209,625
333,328 387,009 366,181 Operations 458,755 475,686
466,286 597,610 566,233 667,830 685,311
96
Georgetown Utility Systems
Transportation Services - Street Department
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Street Department manages, maintains and repairs City streets and rights-of-way. Responsibilities include
traffic control, emergency response operations, special events, and assistance in code enforcement. Daily, the
department inspects roadways for sign repair, pavement management, and sight obstructions. The Street
Department participates with the Safety Committee to provide safety-training workshops.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Partner with the State, County, adjoining municipalities, other departments and the public to develop and
maintain a comprehensive Transportation Plan.
h Protect the investment in the public transportation system through preventive maintenance and ongoing
rehabilitation of streets and sidewalks.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
h Implemented phase one of the Sidewalk Master Plan funded through the Georgetown Transportation
Enhancement Corporation (GTEC).
h Performed preventative maintenance on 37 lane miles of City streets extending the useful life of the
roadways.
h Rehabilitated:
• Morrow Street from the low water crossing to FM 971
• 16th Street from Business 35 to Church Street
• Maple Street from Quail Valley Drive to Church Street
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Review intermodal system construction, such as sidewalks and bike trails for Phase II of the Sidewalk Master
Plan.
h Pursue possible voter approved addition of .25% sales tax allocated to maintenance of existing streets.
h Continue asset management for existing infrastructure:
h Rehabilitate 7th and 8th between Austin and Main
h Airport from Lakeway Drive to Vortac
h Old Town (focus to be on road failures and failed utility patches)
h Smith Creek Road
h Railroad Street at 10th (Engineering)
STREET DEPARTMENT
00/01
ACTUAL
01/02
BUDGET
01/02
ACTUAL
02/03
ADOPTED
03/04
PROJECTED
Transportation Services Manager 1 1 1 1 1
Streets Foreman 1 1 1 1 1
Heavy Equipment Operator/Crew Foreman 1 1 1 1 1
Heavy Equipment Operator 3 3 3 3 3
Light Equipment Operator 5 5 5 5 5
CIP Coordinator 1 0 0 0 0
Street Maintenance Worker (P/T) .75 .75 .75 .75 .75
Total (PT/FT) 12/.75 11/.75 11/.75 11/.75 11/.75
97
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Lane miles of seal coated,
overlayed or microsurfaced streets 32.00 32.00 33.5 33.5 33.5
2. Square feet of roadway patching 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000
3. Traffic signs repaired/installed 200 254 275 873 900
4. Lane miles of streets maintained 335 335 335 335 335
5. Linear feet of sidewalk installed 300 300 2,900 27,000* 3700
* Amount reflects the $500,000 GTEC Phase One Sidewalk Project
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. % of streets seal coated 1.5 % 1.5% 1.5% 1.5% 1.5%
2. % of streets overlayed 3% 3% 3% 3% 3%
3. % of streets microsurfaced 7% 7% 7% 7% 0%
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: GENERAL FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
The Microsurfacing program for preventative maintenance is current on streets requiring microsurface covering.
Seal coat, overlay, rehabilitation and street repairs have increased to improve areas that have fallen below
acceptable standards. (Road failures, roads needing to be milled, replacement of substandard curbing, etc.)
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
421,520 532,824 507,191 Personnel 475,742 483,987
793,448 760,193 734,400 Operations 489,058 489,412
233,360 825,000 825,000 Capital 825,325 825,000
1,448,328 2,118,017 2,066,591 1,790,125 1,798,399
98
Georgetown Utility Systems
Water Services - Pump Maintenance
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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
Maintenance shop is equipped with a Supervisory Control and Data
Acquisition system (SCADA) 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 in safety-training workshops. The Department also offers
tours of facilities and demonstrations to promote safety and conservation
awareness.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Operate and maintain all water/wastewater pumps motors, and facilities at peak operating efficiency.
h Operate and maintain all water production wells/pumps at the highest efficiency.
h Provide high quality service to customer’s 24 hours a day with experienced, well-trained Water and
Wastewater system operators.
h Categorize a wastewater line mapping system and assist with the inspection of all existing wastewater lines.
h Establish a safety-training program that will provide safety training to all departments within the GUS Division.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
h Upgraded two high flow capacity Pump Control Valves and all associated piping at the Park Water Plant.
h Upgraded lift station pumps with high volume impellers at Rock Lift to handle peak flow demands.
h Installed odor control unit on a City wastewater interceptor line to remove hydrogen sulfide gas and odor.
h Installed an automated Flow Control valve that is SCADA operable on the IH 35 service road to allow water to
be transferred from the South plane to the Central pressure plane during peak demand periods.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Implement a wastewater line mapping/categorizing system.
h Support the Systems Engineering Department with the inspection of all existing wastewater lines as required
by the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program.
h Incorporate the Cimmaron Hills and Pecan Branch wastewater plants into the maintenance program.
h Rebuild Booster pump #1 and replace associated valves to provide higher pumping capacity to the Sequoia
pressure plane.
h Rebuild Pump #1 at the Airport Irrigation pump station, to provide maximum flow capacity to Sun City.
PUMP MAINTENANCE
00/01
ACTUAL
01/02
BUDGET
01/02
ACTUAL
02/03
PROPOSED
03/04
PROJECTED
Supervisor 1 1 1 1 1
Team Leader 1 1 1 1 1
Pump Mechanic III 1 1 1 2 2
Pump Mechanic II 2 2 3 2 3
Pump Mechanic I 2 2 1 1 0
Field Maintenance Worker (Seasonal – P/T) .25 .25 .25 .25 .25
Total (FT/PT) 7/.25 7/.25 7/.25 7/.25 7/.25
EQUIPMENT MONITORED
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
97/98 98/99 99/00 00/01 01/02 02/03*
Wastewater Water
99
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Wastewater rotating equipment 132 134 140 140 160
2. Water Distribution rotating equipment 74 84 90 90 96
3. Collection System Piping (miles)156 165 173 173 181
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Work Order Completion Time
(WCT) 90% 90% 94% 94% 96%
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: JOINT SERVICES FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
The increase in wastewater line inspection is due to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
regulations that require wastewater systems operated within the Edward’s Aquifer Recharge Zone to be inspected
every five years. This program is to be implemented in 2002/2003. The initial program will be completed by an
outside contractor but will be maintained in-house through the Wastewater Department.
The increase in Wastewater Collection lines and wastewater customers had contributed to odor problems in some
parts of the City. The department will need to expand the use of various odor control technologies.
The City will develop an Industrial Pre-Treatment Program (IPP). The program is intended to verify that City
wastewater customers are in compliance with the current wastewater ordinance in terms of disposing of materials
into the wastewater system. The program is also a link to meeting the goals of the City’s new wastewater permits,
recently issued by the TCEQ.
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
264,496 293,630 293,630 Personnel 310,516 311,287
157,908 165,597 165,451 Operations 166,951 167,571
422,404 459,227 459,081 477,467 478,858
100
Georgetown Utility Systems
Water Services – Water Distribution
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Water Distribution Department is responsible for the installation,
inspection, and repair of water distribution lines and valves; installation
and repair of water service lines, valves, and metering; preventive and
corrective maintenance on fire hydrants and valves. The Department
marks the location of water lines prior to maintenance and construction
for other departments and contractors. Staff provides assistance to the
Utility Billing department for customer billing complaints. The Water
Distribution Department takes routine water samples to test the safety
and efficiency of the system. The Department maintains the water
system lines and equipment to meet all Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA), Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ),
and Safe Drinking Water Act regulations. The Water Department
participates with the Safety Manager to provide safety-training
workshops, and with the Building Inspection Department to ensure water system protection.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Ensure safe efficient delivery of water to the Georgetown Community.
h Maintain highest standard of water quality, meeting EPA and TCEQ standards.
h Minimize system losses.
h Enhance customer service through efficient service.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
h Repaired over 750 water leaks over the past year, reducing the outstanding backlog of leaks.
h Replaced over 125 services of existing faulty service piping to prevent future leaks.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Continue to reduce water loss by repairing or replacing existing faulty service piping.
h Secure an annual landscape contract to perform the turf replacement after service repairs.
h Establish a Customer Satisfaction Index with appropriate goals and measures.
h Reduce the corrective maintenance backlog to allow most repairs to be completed within two weeks of initial
report.
h Develop and implement a department training program to improve personnel experience levels and obtain
TCEQ water licenses.
WATER DISTRIBUTION
00/01
ACTUAL
01/02
BUDGET
01/02
ACTUAL
02/03
ADOPTED
03/04
PROJECTED
Manager
Supervisor
Team Leader
Maintenance Worker III
Maintenance Worker II
Maintenance Worker I
Total
1
0
1
0
1
5
8
1
0
2
0
1
6
10
1
0
2
0
1
6
10
1
1
1
1
1
5
10
1
1
1
1
1
5
10
WATER SERVICE CUSTOMERS
AND WORK ORDERS
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
14,000
16,000
99/00 00/01 01/02 02/03*
Wa
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0
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
3,500
4,000
4,500
W
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Customers Work Orders
101
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Water service customers 12,652 13,518 13,500 14,100 14,700
2. Work orders / locates completed 3,456 2,200 2,200 3,600 4,000
3. Distribution piping (miles) 224 235 246 246 259
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Work order completion time N/A N/A N/A 80% 85%
2. Customer satisfaction index N/A N/A N/A N/A 95%
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: WATER FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
The water distribution system continues to expand at over 5% per year. The expansion of the system along with
the aging of the existing system will continue to require addition expenditure to allow for proper maintenance and
responsive repair.
Significant amounts of Blue Poly service remain in the ground. These services have experienced elevated failure
rates when compared to services made of Black piping. The department will continue to experience elevated
corrective maintenance until all Blue Poly services have been replaced.
The department has experienced elevated personnel turnover over the past year. The relative newness of current
employees will require additional training funds until a more extensive experience base has been achieved. For the
2002/03 budget, the supervisor will be transferred from Wastewater Collections Department, which results in higher
personnel count assigned to the Water Distribution system.
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
300,190 373,045 338,631 Personnel 419,855 420,880
446,330 423,510 414,430 Operations 565,985 566,163
42,264 128,000 128,000 Capital 50,000 50,000
788,784 924,555 881,061 1,035,840 1,037,043
102
Georgetown Utility Systems
Water Services – Water Treatment
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The City of Georgetown operates four water treatment plants: the 7.5
MGD Lake Water Treatment Facility, the 5.45 MGD San Gabriel Park
Water Treatment Facility, the 0.5 MGD Berry Creek Facility, and the 3.0
MGD Southside Water Treatment Plant. The City of Georgetown retains
ownership of these plants and contracts for their operation with a private
contractor.
The Lake Water Treatment Facility is currently undergoing an expansion
to 16.5 MGD, which is expected to be completed in July 2002.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Provide a safe drinking water source for the Georgetown community.
h Stay abreast of changing regulations to meet the new drinking water standards.
h Continually upgrade the existing facilities to meet regulatory requirements, maintain quality service, and meet
the communities water-use needs.
h Operate facilities in a cost efficient manner to minimize water-usage rate increases.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
h Installed turbidity monitors and upgraded the filter controllers at San Gabriel Park Treatment Plant.
h Increased the operator certification level.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT INITIATIVES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Operate the Lake Georgetown Treatment plant to support the construction and operation of the 8.8 MGD
expansion that will be operational during the summer of 2003.
h Continue TRE testing to achieve completion and compliance by the end of FY 2003.
AVERAGE DAILY FLOW
WATER UTILITY CUSTOMERS
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
14,000
16,000
98/99 99/00 00/01 01/02 02/03*
Wa
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0.00
1.00
2.00
3.00
4.00
5.00
6.00
7.00
8.00
9.00
10.00
A
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Customers Average Flow
6.49 7.06
7.61 8.34 8.93
103
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Water service customers 12,652 13,518 13,500 14,100 14,700
2. Average Daily Production (MGD) 7.06 7.61 7.5 8.34 8.93
3. Peak Daily Production (MGD) 12.5 17.1 15.3 17.5 18.7
4. Annual production (MG) 2,576 2,681 2,730 3,055 3,269
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Treatment cost (per Mgal) N/A $372 $375 $372 $428
2. % permit requirements met N/A N/A 95% 96% 97%
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: WATER FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
Variance relates to changes in allocations between the Water and Wastewater contracts for service. Utility cost
increase is due to Fuel Factor changes. Lake Georgetown Water Treatment Plant capacity addition will come on-
line late FY 02/03, therefore increasing operational costs.
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
1,418,121 946,620 1,118,637 Operations 1,225,042 1,251,191
1,418,121 946,620 1,118,637 1,225,042 1,251,191
104
Georgetown Utility Systems
Water Services – Water Contracts
The Water Utility transfers two percent of its gross billings to the General 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.
Also included are allocated and shared administrative and support costs from other departments.
This department is also used to account for the contractual obligations not specific to any individual department of
the fund. Special Projects and Services include programs such as public education on water conservation, as well
as contracts and professional services.
This department also includes payments to the Brazos River Authority (BRA) 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,
and 6,944 acre feet for LCRA Alliance water. These water rights are expected to meet the needs of Georgetown’s
current certificated water service area through full build out of the service area. Also included here is the City’s
allocation of the cost of the raw water line from Lake Stillhouse Hollow through the BRA.
The City has entered into water supply agreements with Chisholm Trail Special Utility District (CTSUD) for 1.5
million gallons per day, and with Jonah Special Utility District for 1.0 million gallons per day
WATER CONTRACTS BUDGET: WATER FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
The major variance in this department relates to the City’s on-going negotiations with the Brazos River Authority
(BRA) for additional water rights through a regional alliance with other communities, as well as the BRA’s
adjustment of the City’s variable rates to the higher system-wide rate. The capital purchase in 2001 was the
contract for the City’s new Customer Information System (CIS) and the integrated financial/human resources
systems. The installation will be completed in 2003.
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
495,250 663,003 663,003 BRA - Water Purchases 762,000 876,000
178,807 187,160 191,200 Franchise Fee 202,250 210,000
142,045 145,973 186,497 General Fund Allocations 171,199 172,733
839,405 925,823 1,020,154 Joint Svc Allocations 945,439 969,386
136,060 1,088,578 916,787 Special Projects & Svcs 1,061,911 1,646,486
297,161 60,000 25,000 Capital 25,000
2,088,728 3,070,537 3,002,641 3,167,799 3,874,605
106
Georgetown Utility Systems
Water Services - Reuse Irrigation
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Reuse Irrigation Department is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the piping and pumps
required for the supply of effluent and non-potable ground water for large-scale commercial irrigation customers.
The Pumps Department and the contract operations staff maintains the system.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Promote use of effluent water supply for large volume irrigation needs.
h Conserve treated water usage.
h Reduce the demands of treatment plants for potable water.
h Reduce the cost of irrigation for large-scale commercial customers.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
h Provided reuse water for Southwestern University to reduce the potable water demand.
h Completed conversion of irrigation lines in San Gabriel Park from potable water to reduce cost for the City.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Expand the irrigation utility to Georgetown Country Club, further reducing demand for potable water.
REUSE IRRIGATION
00/01
ACTUAL
01/02
BUDGET
01/02
ACTUAL
02/03
ADOPTED
03/04
PROJECTED
Maintenance Mechanic
Total (FT/PT)
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
107
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Average Daily Production (MGD) N/A N/A N/A 0.21 0.7
* During irrigation season (April through October)
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Capacity utilization N/A N/A N/A 7% 25%
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: IRRIGATION FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
Expenses identified as irrigation will be refined and segregated from other utility expenses in 2002/03.
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
16,000 7,500 Operating 12,000 12,000
Joint Svc Allocations 9,549 9,577
9,100 3,000 Franchise Fee 9,050 9,050
0 25,100 10,500 30,599 30,627
108
Georgetown Utility Systems
Water Services - Wastewater Collection
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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,
troubleshooting customer problems, and 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.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Maintain all public wastewater collection system lines in free-flowing condition to protect the public health and
environment.
h Respond to customer requests regarding the collection system quickly and efficiently.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
h Completed the Serenada wastewater project, thus fulfilling the obligations set forth in the annexation
agreement for this area.
h Assisted in archeological assessment of Pecan Branch Wastewater Treatment Site.
h Upgraded lines in Old Town replacing deteriorated lines and improving services.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Reduce wastewater obstructions by 20% within the system, thus decreasing calls for service through line
rehabilitation and replacement.
h Utilize studies for odor control and implement recommendations to benefit quality of life.
h Implement the Edwards Aquifer Testing Program required by the Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality (TCEQ) ensure the water quality of the aquifer.
h Make repairs to the collection system identified by Edwards Testing, thus reducing impact on the Wastewater
Treatment Plants.
WASTEWATER COLLECTION
00/01
ACTUAL
01/02
BUDGET
01/02
ACTUAL
02/03
ADOPTED
03/04
PROJECTED
Supervisor 1 1 1 0 0
Team Lead 0 0 0 1 1
Maintenance Worker III 1 1 1 0 0
Maintenance Worker II 1 1 1 0 0
Maintenance Worker I 3 3 3 5 5
Maintenance Worker I (Summer – PT) .25 .25 .25 0 0
Total (PT/FT) 6/.25 6/.25 6/.25 6 6
WASTEWATER SERVICE
CUSTOMERS AND WORK ORDERS
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
14,000
99/00 00/01 01/02 02/03*
Wa
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500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
W
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Customers Work Orders
109
WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Wastewater Service Customers 10,450 11,338 11,500 11,750 12,250
2. Work Orders / Locates completed 1,550 1,230 1,250 1,527 2,000
3. Collection System Piping (miles) 156 165 173 173 181
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Work Order Completion Time N/A N/A N/A 80% 85%
2. Customer Satisfaction Index N/A N/A N/A N/A 95%
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: WASTEWATER FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
The wastewater collection system continues to expand at over 5% annually. This growth, along with aging of the
existing system, will continue to require added expense for proper maintenance and responsive repairs.
Because 98% of the City of Georgetown is over the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone, the regulatory requirements
of the TCEQ require annual testing of at least 20% of the collection system every year, thus testing the entire
system every 5 years. 2002/03 is the first year of our 8 year implementation plan to bring Georgetown’s system
into compliance. The initial testing is included in the Wastewater CIP program. Once problems are identified, the
City has twelve (12) months to make repairs.
Department has experienced elevated personnel turnover over the past year. The relative newness of current
employees will require additional training funds until a more extensive experience base has been achieved.
Cost allocation between Water and Wastewater departments results in higher personnel count assigned to the
Water Distribution system.
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
182,648 235,792 201,196 Personnel 211,297 211,722
349,899 308,175 308,174 Operations 532,477 532,743
70,616 158,000 158,000 Capital
603,163 701,967 667,370 743,774 744,465
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Water Services - Wastewater Treatment
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The City of Georgetown operates three wastewater treatment plants: the
Dove Springs Wastewater Treatment Facility, rated at 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. The City of Georgetown
contracts with a private contractor to provide for the safe operation of the
wastewater plants. OMI conducts routine wastewater operations and
maintenance. The City continues to closely monitor and evaluate these
operations and retains ownership of the plants. The Pecan Branch
Wastewater Treatment Plant will be constructed in 2001/02 to provide
additional system capacity of 3.0 MGD to serve Sun City. The plant is
scheduled to begin operation in the summer of 2002.
Operations will begin at the wastewater treatment plant in the Cimarron Hills subdivision, which is outside the City
limits. The plant was built through a Public Improvement District created by the developer and the City, and will be
fully owned and operated by the City.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT GOALS
h Meet regulatory requirements for effluent discharged from the wastewater facilities.
h Operate all facilities in the most cost efficient manner possible while maintaining effluent quality.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002
h Submitted water conservation application for effluent reuse to establish an Irrigation Utility.
h Completed construction of the effluent pump station and storage tank for use by Irrigation Utility customers for
reduction in potable water demand.
h Installed bulk chemical storage for dechlorination to maintain Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
(TCEQ) standards.
h Began implementation of Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE) program to monitor for chemicals in
wastewater stream.
MAJOR DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003
h Begin operation of two additional wastewater treatment facilities (Pecan Branch and Cimarron Hills) to
increase service levels for system customers.
h Complete the TRE program to ensure wastewater stream quality.
AVERAGE DAILY FLOW
WASTEWATER UTILITY CUSTOMERS
9,500
10,000
10,500
11,000
11,500
12,000
12,500
99/00 00/01 01/02 02/03*
Wa
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2.4
2.8
3.2
3.6
4.0
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Customers Average Flow
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WORKLOAD MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Wastewater service customers 10,450 11,338 11,700 11,750 12,250
2. Average daily flow (MGD) 2.61 3.04 3.0 2.63 3.0
3. Peak daily flow (MGD) 8.0 8.9 9.5 8.9 9.5
4. Million gallons treated 954 1,108 1,100 958 1,025
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
ACTUAL
FY 99/00
ACTUAL
FY 00/01
BUDGETED
FY 01/02
PROJECTED
FY 01/02
PROPOSED
FY 02/03
1. Cost per million gallons treated
2. % permit requirements met
N/A
N/A
$739
93%
$850
95%
$850
95%
$850
95%
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET: WASTEWATER FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
Variance due to increases in cost of operations, as well as, changes in allocated costs between the Water and
Wastewater contracts.
Increased expenses for Pecan Branch and Cimarron Hills plants are included in 2002/03.
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
695,749 1,188,920 1,028,100 Operations 1,302,165 1,382,165
695,749 1,188,920 1,028,100 1,302,165 1,382,165
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Georgetown Utility Systems
Water Services - Wastewater Contracts
The Wastewater Utility transfers two percent of its gross billings to the General 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.
Also included are allocated costs for shared administrative support.
This department is also used to account for the contractual obligations not specific to an individual department of
the fund.
WASTEWATER CONTRACTS BUDGET: WASTEWATER FUND
MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES/ISSUES:
01/02 03/04
00/01 01/02 PROJECTED 02/03 ESTIMATED
ACTUAL BUDGET ACTUAL ADOPTED BASE
104,765 114,440 96,850 Franchise Fees 113,050 113,450
88,737 92,133 86,287 General Fund Allocations 93,616 94,455
614,341 608,799 541,586 Joint Svc Allocations 847,204 864,715
109,761 190,247 134,156 Spec. Svc / Legal 163,600 165,125
917,604 1,005,619 858,879 1,217,470 1,237,745