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Pump Maintenance
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Systems Engineering
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Transportation Services
Stora neater Drainage
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Streets
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Water Services
Water
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Wastewater
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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 is responsible to maintain positive working relationships with
outside organizations including, 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 "A Safe Place" children's program.
DIVISION FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
99/00
98/99
99/00
Projected
00/01
01/02
Actual
Budget
Actual
Adopted
Projected Base
Administration
283,839
324,146
320,551
335,710
335,710
Electric
1,001,523
1,153,985
1,113,083
1,197,071
1,197,071
Electric Contracts
13,195,811
13,282,621
13,792,355
14,464,311
15,030,311
Pump Maintenance
366,478
396,413
396,413
411,593
411,593
Stormwater Drainage
360,967
437,315
423,239
475,106
475,606
Streets
985,936
1,127,045
1,093,495
1,547,221
1,411,221
Systems Engineering
169,808
208,243
190,162
236,119
236,119
Water Distribution
506,022
615,068
615,068
774,408
774,408
Water Treatment Facilities
830,418
864,584
903,257
1,281,520
1,334,620
Water Contracts
1,353,083
2,206,801
1,936,855
2,238,324
2,101,299
Wastewater Collection
398,563
494,385
494,384
658,949
708,949
Wastewater Treatment Facilities
760,526
718,496
718,496
660,942
839,568
Wastewater Contracts
787,515
964,947
964,947
833,685
837,785
TOTAL
21,000,489 22,794,049 22,962,305 25,114,959 25,694,260
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COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
Employees - Full Time Equivalents
7 Wastewater Collection 5 Administration
4 Systems Engine
12.75 Streets
8 Wa— ..,...,.I
3.5 Stormwater
64.5 Total Employees
Drainage
17 Electric
p Maintenance
Personnel, Operations, & Capital
Operations
Total Budget $25,114,959
ersonnel
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ENDs & MEANS
Economic Development
Policy End 1.00 Citizens of Georgetown experience a stable, self-sustaining economy with expanding job
opportunities.
Focus End 1.01 Existing undeveloped sites in Georgetown are put to beneficial use.
Means (98-03) Support and assist in the development of the Rivery Tract and the entertainment district. (All
Departments, Development Services, Economic Development, Management Services, Parks and
Recreation)
Environmental & Resource Conservation
Policy End 2.00 Georgetown's natural and physical resources are managed so that citizens enjoy the benefits
of economic and social development.
Focus End 2.01 Sufficient, high quality water is available to meet the current and future needs of citizens
and businesses in Georgetown. Priority is given to:
1) human consumption
2) businesses
3) recreation
Means (98-03) Develop an irrigation/effluent utility ordinance and reuse policy to 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, Finance & Administration, Management Services, Parks and Recreation)
Means (99-05) Work with the Brazos River Authority (BRA), Chisholm Trail Special Utility District
(CTSUD) and Jonah Special Utility District on regional water supply planning with the emphasis on
meeting long-term water supply needs. (Administration, Water Services)
Means (99-05) Continue cooperative partnership with CTSUD; including modifying service area
boundaries, selling treated water, providing wastewater services, and extending leases for Lake
Georgetown property. (Administration, Systems Engineering, Water Services)
Means (99-05) Continue cooperative partnership with Jonah Special Utility District on the purchase of
treated water, plant expansion, and wastewater service. (Administration, Water Services)
Means (99-05) Continue to work with Inspection Services for implementation of the Backflow Prevention
Program for the protection of the City's water supply. (Administration, Water Services, Development
Services)
Means (00-01) Develop a Backflow Prevention Cross Connection Program to protect the public water
system from possible contaminants, in cooperation with Management Services and Development
Services. (Administration, Water Services, Development Services, Management Services)
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Focus End 2.02 Wildlife is conserved.
Means (99-01) Investigate the mitigation plan alternatives for the proposed listing of the Georgetown
Salamander on the Endangered Species List. (Administration, Systems Engineering, Transportation
Services, Water Services, Development Services, Management Services)
Growth and Physical Development
Policy End 3.00 Citizens, business owners and organizations enjoy the benefits of well-planned land usage
in which conflicting needs are balanced
Means (98-04) Assist in location and design of City facilities identified in the city wide ten year plan to
ensure that those facilities contribute to the health of the central business district, promote efficient
and safe City operations, improve access by citizens and exemplify urban design standards. (All
Departments, Development Services, Economic Development, Finance & Administration,
Information Resources, Management Services)
Means (00-05) 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, Community Services,
Development Services, Finance & Administration, Fire Services, Information Resources,
Management Services, Police Services)
Means (00-05) Through comprehensive efforts with Georgetown Independent School District (GISD),
assist in utility and traffic flow issues related to the location of new school sites and provide other
utility and conservation solutions as necessary. (Administration, Energy Services, Systems
Engineering, Transportation Services, Water Services, Development Services, Parks and Recreation)
Public Information and Education
Policy End 7.00 City owned, sponsored or managed public information and education services enhance the
quality of life of the citizens of Georgetown.
Means (00-05) 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, Management Services)
• The promotion of a community -wide program for National "Water Week." (Pump
Maintenance, Water Services, Information Resources, Management Services)
• The coordination of utility information booths at the Red Poppy Festival, July 4th
celebration, Christmas Stroll, and other local festivals. (All Departments, Information
Resources, Management Services, Police Services)
• The continued use of safety programs at Georgetown schools which provides
information regarding high voltage lines. (Energy Services)
• The promotion of the "A Safe Place" Program at Georgetown schools to educate
students that assistance is available to them. (All Departments, Information Resources,
Management Services, Parks and Recreation, Police Services)
• The broadcast of the City's Water Conservation Video to establish public awareness and
compliance with water conservation principles. (Administration, Water Services,
Management Services)
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Public Safety
Policy End 8.00 Citizens of Georgetown feel safe and are well protected from crime and disorder, natural
disasters and emergencies.
Means (96-05) Expand the "A Safe Place" Program, and provide for the safety of youth by providing
educational programs in area schools, and by expanding training to employees of other divisions,
including Information Resources, Police Services and Development Services. (All Departments,
Development Services, Information Resources, Management Services, Police Services)
Transportation
Policy End 10.00 Citizens and commercial goods move safely and efficiently throughout all parts of the City.
Means (97-01) Complete the following traffic improvements: (Systems Engineering, Transportation
Services)
• Improve the traffic island at the intersection of San Jose Street and Holly Street
• Realign Country Club Road at Williams Drive
• Rehabilitate Main Street, from 6th to 9th Streets, including all utilities
• Extend Maple Street 750 feet south of Quail Valley Drive
• Rehabilitate Hutto Road from State Highway 29 to Quail Valley Drive
• Extend Rock Street, from Morrow Street, to allows access behind Sonic Drive -In
• Install antique lighting on Austin Avenue bridges
Means (97-02) Identify, jointly with Police Services, Fire Services, and Development Services, traffic flows
and emergency vehicle access to reduce accidents and improve traffic movement. (Systems
Engineering, Transportation Services, Development Services, Fire Services, Police Services)
Means (97-05) Work with Williamson County, Management Services, and Development Services on the
alignment of the following roadways: (All Departments, Development Services, Management
Services)
• . Inner Loop Road, west of Interstate Highway 35
• D.B. Wood Road
• Booty's Road
• Remaining segments of Inner Loop Road, east of Interstate Highway 35
• County Road 115
Means (97-05) Work with Williamson County, Management Services, and Development Services on the
- construction of the following bridges: (All Departments, Development Services, Management
Services)
• Below the dam at Lake Georgetown
• Between State Highway 29 and Williams Drive (including bridge crossings to improve
traffic flow west of IH -35)
• Spring Valley Road bridge
• Inner Loop bridge, between State Highway 29 and F.M. 971
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Means (98-03) Work with Development Services to arrange early coordination with the Texas Department
of Transportation to: (Administration, Systems Engineering, Transportation Services, Development
Services, Finance & Administration, Management Services)
• Widen Austin Avenue, from 6th Street to Williams Drive, including the two bridges
spanning the North and South San Gabriel Rivers
• Widen Williams Drive, from Cedar Breaks Road to Del Webb Boulevard
• Realign F.M. 1460 to F.M. 2243 at Austin Avenue
• Widen 0.75 miles on Leander Road west of Georgetown Independent School District
property
• Widen Highway 971 east of Business 35 to FM 1105
• Install traffic signal at Austin Avenue and Morrow Street
• Widen and reverse the direction of entrance/exit ramps on Interstate Highway 35
• Install traffic signal at Inner Loop Road and State Highway 29
• Install traffic signal at Inner Loop Road and FM 1460
Means (99-01) Revitalize sidewalks in various parts of the downtown area, and construct new sidewalk from
the Square to Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. (Systems Engineering, Transportation Services,
Development Services, Economic Development)
Means (99-02) Design and construct the Rivery Bridge. (Administration, Systems Engineering,
Transportation Services, Development Services)
Means (99-02) Establish database information for a Right -of -Way Management System to more clearly
identify maintenance activity. (Systems Engineering, Transportation Services, Information
Resources, Management Services)
Means (99-04) Cooperate and coordinate with the Williamson County Unified Road District to provide an
organized transportation roadway system. (Administration, Systems Engineering, Transportation
Services, Development Services, Finance & Administration)
Urban Design
Policy End 11.00 Georgetown's citizens and businesses enjoy an attractive community with a unique sense of
place and a positive, identifiable image, at a cost which is consistent with other City social and
economic priorities.
Focus End 11.08 The City is well maintained and citizens enjoy a high standard of community urban
design.
Means (98-05) 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, Development Services, Fire Services, Management Services)
Means (99-01) Assist Information Resources in the coordination, implementation, and automation of the
code enforcement complaint tracking system, including web site access, to provide more aggressive
identification and correction of violations. (All Departments, All Divisions)
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Utilities/Energy
Policy End 12.00 City owned, sponsored or managed utilities provide safe, adequate and reliable services to
all customers.
Means (96-02) Work with the Utility Office to develop and implement a utility marketing strategy and new
rate structure which fully utilizes the Automated Meter Reading System (AMR) and prepares the City
for possible future electric deregulation. (Administration, Energy Services, Finance &
Administration, Information Resources)
Means (98-01) Assist Finance & Administration, Employee & Organizational Services, and Information
Resources with implementation of an integrated financial, human resources and utility customer
information system. (Administration, Energy Services, Finance & Administration, Information
Resources, Management Services)
Means (98-04) Assist in location, design and construction of a new Community Owned Utilities compound,
as identified in the citywide ten year plan, to promote efficient and safe city operations, improve
access by citizens, and exemplify urban design standards. (All Departments, Development Services,
Finance & Administration, Information Resources, Management Services)
Means (99-01) Establish a partnership with a full service utility distribution provider. (All Departments,
Management Services)
Means (99-02) Complete map and inventory of the electric system to ensure a Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission (FERC) compliant system. (Energy Services, Systems Engineering)
Focus End 12.01 Customers of the City's electric utility have a range of choices with respect to rates,
service levels and power supply options.
Means (96-01) Complete the installation of the Customer Choice & Control System. (Administration,
Energy Services, Water Services, Finance & Administration)
Means (99-04) Create a telecommunication infrastructure with local franchises and other governmental
entities. (Administration, Energy Services, Information Resources, Management Services)
Focus End 12.02 City water and wastewater customers in all certified areas receive services which exceed
state and federal standards.
Means (95-01) Construct the Pecan Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant facility. (Administration, Systems
Engineering, Water Services, Development Services, Finance & Administration, Information
Resources, Management Services)
Means (96-01) 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, Information Resources, Management Services)
Means (96-01) 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, Management
Services)
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Means (96-05) Plan for and establish wastewater system facilities in the Serenada Subdivision.
(Administration, Systems Engineering, Water Services, Management Services)
Means (97-02) Expand the wastewater collection system to provide wastewater service opportunities to
residents in the Booty's Road and Cedar Breaks/Williams Drive areas (including: Turtle Bend and
Oakcrest Subdivisions). (Administration, Systems Engineering, Water Services, Development
Services, Management Services)
Means (98-05) Continue to be active participants to create long-range water supply strategies with the Lower
Colorado River Authority (LCRA), Brazos River Authority (BRA), Trans -Texas and Senate Bill 1.
(Administration, Water Services, Management Services)
Means (99-03) 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, Water Services, Development Services)
Focus End 12.03 The City's 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.
Means (96-01) 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,
Development Services)
TXDOT Retaining Wall
San Gabriel Parks dams and retaining walls
4th to 9th between Elm and Ash Streets
Means (00-05) Maintain an on-going Regional Stormwater Plan consistent with State and Federal
guidelines, in cooperation with Development Services. (Administration, Systems Engineering,
Transportation Services, Development Services, Management Services)
For an explanation of the Ends & Means, seepages 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 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.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1999/00:
• Assisted the Georgetown Independent School
District (GISD) by recommending solutions to
utility conservation and traffic needs for various
school facilities.
• Implemented regular meetings with Williamson
County, Texas Department of Transportation
(TxDOT), and General Telephone (GTE) to
coordinate and plan transportation projects.
• Began negotiations with AEP Communications
(formerly C3 Communications) for operation and
maintenance of the fixed wireless network.
• Worked with the Utility Office to revise water and
electric rates that will reflect the new marketing
strategy and utilize the automatic meter reading
system.
• Coordinated construction of restroom facilities in
San Gabriel Park next to the children's Playscape.
• Coordinated remaining phases of team training;
implementing an integrative culture, and began a
series of work sessions to maintain focus on
managing to the future and personal development.
• Worked with the Utility Office and a private
consulting firm to present a series of
workshops/Town Hall meetings to the public
providing information on the electric industry
deregulation and restructuring.
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• Coordinated availability of utilities, traffic
management, the City booth and the "A Safe Place"
booth for the Red Poppy Festival; in cooperation
with Police Services, Community Services, and the
Red Poppy Committee.
• Planned and coordinated an open house for
presentation to the public of design options for
realignment of Country Club Road/Rivery
intersection at Williams Drive.
• Remodeled Community Owned Utilities building to
enhance customer service and work environment.
• Instituted new Capital Improvement Project Five -
Year Plan in cooperation with all City divisions.
• Commenced operation of the new Utility
Operations Work Order Software System.
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 2000/01:
• Continue division work sessions to maintain
integrative culture, focusing on managing to the
future with emphasis on professional development.
• Support facility planning and construction process
of a new Municipal Service Center.
• Review and update internal operational policies and
procedures to reflect community expectations and
changing utility industry markets.
• Work with GISD to recommend solutions to
various utility conservation and traffic needs, for
existing and developing school sites.
• Implement a maintenance agreement for operation
and maintenance of the fixed wireless network.
• Continue regular meeting schedule with Williamson
County, GTE and TxDOT to coordinate planning of
area transportation projects.
• Provide clarity to the long-range water planning
process for Georgetown to meet consumer needs
through 2050.
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ACTIVITY INDICATORS
1) Work orders completed
2) Customer contacts
3) Contracts negotiated
ACTUAL
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
FY oo
FY 99/00
FY 00/01
14,472
15,317
15,000
17,500
16,000
36,457
43,748
48,000
46,000
47,000
36
33
36
60
60
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
99/00 00/01 01/02
98/99 99/00 Projected Adopted Projected Base
Actual Budget Actual (% Change *) (% Change **)
5/0
5/0
5/0
# Employees
5/0
5/0
214,597
231,501
230,628
Personnel
236,589 (2.6"/a)
236,589 (0.0%)
69,242
91,387
88,665
Operations
99,121 (1t.8%)
99,121 (0.0%)
1,258
1,258
Capital
(-100.0%)
(N/A)
283,839
324,146
320,551
335,710 (4.7%)
335,710 (0.0%)
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 00/01Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
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WHAT WE DO:
•
Worked with Police and Fire Services Divisions,
and C3 Communications to update and expand the
The Electric Department constructs and maintains a
city-wide outdoor early warning system.
complete system of electric conductors, switches, lines
and transformers used for the distribution of electricity
•
Worked with Information Resources and AEP
purchased wholesale from the Lower Colorado River
Communications (formerly C3 Communications)
Authority (LCRA). In addition, the Electric Department
to expand the City's internal fiber optic network.
reviews plans for construction of new lines (overhead
•
Completed the requirements, the defmition, and
and underground), and develops design specifications
the request for proposal phase of the new
that meet all safety and construction requirements. The
Customer Information System CIS for Finance
r Electric Department installs and maintains streetlights.
and Human Resources in conjunction with
The department administers a tree trimming
Finance and Administration, Employee and
maintenance program to prevent damage to electric
Organizational Services, and Information
distribution equipment and lines. The department
Resources.
promotes public education and provides information
through safety programs. In addition, the department
monitors proposed legislation related to electric
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 2000/01
deregulation and evaluates its potential impact on the
City of Georgetown and its customers.
•
Map and inventory remainder of the electric
system in order to meet deregulation with a
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
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WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1999/00:
valued system.
•
Install residential underground electric services:
• Mapped and inventoried one-fourth of the electric
Sun City (425), Berry Creek Reserve (40),
r system in order to meet deregulation with a
Georgetown Village (45), Katy Crossing (50), and
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Crystal Knoll (40), Georgian Place (40), Chisholm
valued system.
Park (45) and Summercrest (40); as well as an
• Completed Phase Three of a four year Right of
additional 150 new residences and apartments
Way Maintenance (tree trimming) schedule to
identified by Development Services.
improve system reliability.
•
Rehabilitate and upgrade electrical facilities on
Main Street (from 6th to 9th Streets), and alongn
• Installed additional lighting iSan Gabriel Park,
6th 7th and 8th Streets (between Main and
along the hike and bike trail, and in other
neighborhood parks to assist Police Services in
Church Streets), in conjunction with Water
reducing crime.
Services and Transportation Services capital
improvement projects in this area.
• Completed feeder voltage conversion on Gabriel
•
Install additional lighting in area parks to assist
Substation feeders GB -30 and GB -60 to improve
Police Services in reducing crime.
system reliability and service.
• Installed capacitors on feeders at Georgetown
•
Work with the Georgetown Independent School
Substation, Chief Brady Substation, and Gabriel
District (GISD) to recommend solutions to various
Substation to aid in maintaining a power factor
utility issues and conservation efforts at existing
o.
above 95/o
and proposed school sites.
• Completed installation of dual circuit (CB 30) out
•
Construct tie and feeder line extensions from
of Chief Brady Substation, for increased load in
County Road 151, south to State Highway 971, to
dually certificated areas south of Leander Road.
the new Katy Crossing Middle School.
•
Continue with phase four of the Right of Way
Maintenance Schedule.
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SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
Average street light repairs increased from 260 in FY 97/98 and 98/99 to approximately 1,180 in FY 99/00.
Implementation of a program to proactively manage the Parks and Neighborhood Lighting project has resulted in
fewer customer requests for street light repairs.
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ACTUAL ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 97/98 FY 98/99
FY 99/00
FY 99/00
FY 00/01
1) Temporary Power Connections
500 624
800*
820*
875*
2) Permanent Power Connections
450 351
830*
830*
875*
3) Street Light Repairs
260 547
550
1,080
1,100
4) Underground Locates
450 954
2,500
2,800
3,500
* Includes contract labor work orders not
previously included.
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
99/00
00/01
01/02
98/99 99/00
Projected
Adopted
Projected Base
Actual Budget
Actual
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
16/0.25 17/0
17/0 # Employees
17/0
17/0
542,973 734,824
704,592 Personnel
769,940 (9.3%)
769,940
(0.00/-)
427,823 418,591
407,921 Operations
427,131 (4.7%)
427,131
(0.0%)
30,727 570
570 Capital
(-100.0"/0)
(N/A)
1,001,523 1,153,985
1,113,083
1,197,071 (7.50/6)
1,197,071
(0.0%)
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 00/0 1 Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
Average street light repairs increased from 260 in FY 97/98 and 98/99 to approximately 1,180 in FY 99/00.
Implementation of a program to proactively manage the Parks and Neighborhood Lighting project has resulted in
fewer customer requests for street light repairs.
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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. Special Projects and Services include programs
such as public education, energy and contracts not attributable to the Electric Department. The City maintains 182
miles of overhead electric distribution lines, 81 miles of underground distribution lines, and has a 100 -megawatt
capacity.
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
1) Electric Utility Customers
2) mWh sold
3) System Load Factor
4) Percent Compliance with
95% Power Factor Goal
ACTUAL
FY 97/98
11,718
242,372
49%
100%
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
FY 98/99
FY 00
FY 99/00
12,414
13,450
13,740
286,756
294,478
49%
50%
100%
100%
297,782
48%
100%
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
99/00 00/01
98/99 99/00 Projected Adopted
Actual Budget Actual (% Change *)
140,000
100,000
100,000
AMR System Maintenance
11,584,452
11,597,040
12,083,700
Purchased Power
379,278
409,296
398,250
Admin Allocations
565,107
703,940
658,605
Joint Svc Allocations
369,239
383,145
391,800
Franchise Fees
142,970
89,200
160,000
Special Projects & Svcs
14,765
Capital
13,195,811
13,282,621
13,792,355
* Percent change of
00/011'roposed
from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change
of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01
Proposed
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240,000 (140.0%)
12,542,100 (3.8%)
459,299 (15.3%)
733,812 (11.4%)
405,300 (3.4%)
83,800 (-47.6%)
PROPOSED
FY 00/01
14,060
329,943
50%
100%
01/02
Projected Base
(% Change **)
240,000 (o.o%)
13,095,500 (4.4%)
459;299 (o.o%)
733,812 (6.o%)
422,900 (4.3%)
78,800 (-6.o%)
14,464,311 (4.9%) 15,0302311 (3.9%)
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WHAT WE DO:
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
i� maintenance of all system facilities, as well as
Uexpanded facilities. The Maintenance shop is
Uequipped 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 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
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conservation awareness.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1999/00:
• Replaced bypass valve at the Southside Booster
Station.
• Rebuilt high service pump No. 3 at Southside
ro Booster Station.
• Installed transfer switches at major lift stations.
• Implemented Bioxide Odor Control Program in
Serenada, Sun City, and Waters Edge Apartments.
• Completed construction of the Leander Road
Booster Station.
• Completed water reuse filter project at the San
Gabriel Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Finalized agreement with Nextel to locate cellular
antennas on Central Water Tank.
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• Rehabilitated two intake structures at the Lake
Water Treatment Plant.
• Rehabilitated pumps and motors at Well No. 8.
• Commenced operation of the Midway Business
Park Sewage Lift Station on South Interstate
Highway 35.
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 2000/01:
• Install increased pumping capacity at Rabbit Hill
Booster Station.
• Install and program a computer aided maintenance
package.
• Complete modifications at both water treatment
plants, replacing turbidity meters and filter
controllers and completing valve work.
• Inspect and touch-up coatings on elevated and
ground storage tanks throughout the system.
• Develop an Industrial Pre -Treatment Program
(IPP) to identify industrial wastes entering the
wastewater system.
• Install a spare irrigation pump and motor at Sun
City Irrigation Station.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
ACTUAL
ACTNTIY
INDICATORS
FY 97/98
1)
Linear feet of wastewater
8,000
28,000
lines inspected by camera
20,000
20,000
23
23
2)
Motor rebuilds & rewinds
25
25
25
25
3)
Pump rehabilitations
50
10
128,083
N/A
4)
H2S Excursions
157,908 (o.o%)
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
FY 98/99
FY 99/00
FY 99/00
FY 00/01
Adopted
28,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
23
15
20
15
25
25
25
25
N/A
N/A
50
10
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
366,478 396,413 396,413 411,593 (3.8%) 411,593 (0.0%)
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 00/0 1 Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
The decrease in linear feet of wastewater lines inspected by camera is due to a change in policy in 1998, which
requires developers to be responsible for camera inspection of new wastewater lines.
The City's odor control program continues to require continuous monitoring at certain locations in the City. As the
wastewater system has grown, the need to monitor for hydrogen sulfide gas (112S) has increased throughout the
system. Pump Department personnel have taken responsibility to monitor and adjust the flow of chemicals to
mitigate the effects of H2S.
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 TNRCC.
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ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01 79
99/00
00/01
01/02
98/99
99/00
Projected
Adopted
Projected Base
Actual
Budget
Actual
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
7/0.25
7/0.25
7/0.25 # Employees
7/0.25
7/0.25
234,743
255,777
255,777 Personnel
253,685 (-0.8%)
253,685 (o.o%)
128,083
140,636
140,636 Operations
157,908 (12.3%)
157,908 (o.o%)
3,652
366,478 396,413 396,413 411,593 (3.8%) 411,593 (0.0%)
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 00/0 1 Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
The decrease in linear feet of wastewater lines inspected by camera is due to a change in policy in 1998, which
requires developers to be responsible for camera inspection of new wastewater lines.
The City's odor control program continues to require continuous monitoring at certain locations in the City. As the
wastewater system has grown, the need to monitor for hydrogen sulfide gas (112S) has increased throughout the
system. Pump Department personnel have taken responsibility to monitor and adjust the flow of chemicals to
mitigate the effects of H2S.
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 TNRCC.
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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. This department also
coordinates and administers Capital Improvement
Projects (C.I.P.'s) with outside engineering firms,
handles easement and right-of-way negotiations and
acquisitions and manages construction phases.
Systems Engineering supports the review of
approximately 150 development plans and reviews
annually.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1999/00:
• Developed a Regional Stormwater Drainage and
Detention Policy and a City of Georgetown
Stormwater Drainage Manual.
• Implemented a utility work order system for
Community Owned Utilities.
• Managed development of a city-wide
Transportation Model to better identify Capital
Improvement Projects.
• Coordinated construction of the parking lot at 6th
and Main, Holly Street, 7th and 8th Streets at
Maple, San Gabriel Overlook and Gabriel View
Drainage, Main Street sidewalk and drainage,
Power Road curb, gutter and overlay, and Annie
Purl Drive.
• Coordinated and managed the construction of
water lines on Airport Road, C.R. 151, Leander
Road West, Hart Street, and the Smith Branch
Interceptor, Phase II.
• Assisted with the application, coordination and
completion of Economic Development grant
projects for Rivery Boulevard and Hewlett
infrastructure.
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• Assisted with the Community Development Block
Grant for Austin Avenue water line project.
• Designed an antique -style telephone booth to
conform with the downtown historical district in
the parking lot at 6th and Main.
• Prepared and maintained computer maps and
exhibits for Police Services, Fire Services, Parks
& Recreation, Development Services and
Management Services.
• Assisted the Parks & Recreation Department with
the design of a Detailed Development Plan for
Emerald Springs Park.
• Assisted Transportation and Administration in the
coordination of the Open House for presentation
to the public of the realignment options for
Country Club/Rivery at Williams Drive.
• Assisted with the 911 Addressing Team to create
and implement a new addressing policy for
Georgetown and its extra territorial jurisdiction
(ETJ).
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 2000/01:
• Implement a citywide digital transportation plan to
better identify Capital Improvement needs.
• Implement a citywide digital Right-of-way
Management System (RMS) for improved, cost-
effective maintenance and inventory of City
infrastructure and assets.
• Continue maintenance of infrastructure maps that
are tied to true horizontal and vertical coordinates
for future input into a city-wide Geographical
Information System (GIS).
• Support the development and implementation of
work teams within the Community Owned
Utilities Division.
• Manage construction of the 2000/01 CEP projects.
• Coordinate updates of the annual CIP process.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
1) Information requests
processed
2) Easement/Right-of-
Way Acquisitions
3) Management of Capital
Improvement Projects
a. Number of Projects
b. Project Costs
4) Computer Mapping,
modeling hours
ACTUAL ACTUAL BUDGETED PROJECTED PROPOSED
FY 97/98 FY 98/99 FY 00 FY 99/00 FY 00/01
1,500
1,900
2,300
2,100
2,300
30
77
44
50
25
12 14 22 20 22
$4,350,000 $4,600,000 $6,895,000 $5,685,000 $5,900,000
244 .250 260 260 300
2000/01 ADOPTED AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
00/01
Adopted
(% Change *)
01/02
Projected Base
(% Change **)
4/0
99/00
203,910 (39.8%)
98/99 99/00
Projected
32,209 (o.o%)
Actual Budget
Actual
3/0 3.5/0
3.5/0
# Employees
146,573 162,483
145,862
Personnel
23,235 45,760
44,300
Operations
169,808 208,243
190,162
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 00/0 1 Proposed from 99/00
Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
00/01
Adopted
(% Change *)
01/02
Projected Base
(% Change **)
4/0
4/0
203,910 (39.8%)
203,910 (0.0%)
32,209 (-27.3%)
32,209 (o.o%)
236,119 (24.2%)
236,119 (0.0%)
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
The Senior Utility Inspector position, added in 99/00 will provide better management of in-house capital
improvement projects in 00/01.
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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.
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WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1999/00:
•
Installed 1,500 linear feet of curb and gutter along
sections of Walnut Street, north of Highway 29.
p •
Installed 8,000 linear feet of concrete ribbon curb
on College Street from 2nd Street to the low water
bridge in San Gabriel Park.
•
Performed drainage work to relieve excessive
erosion on Norwood West.
•
Completed the curb and gutter project on Power
Road in conjunction with a transportation overlay
project.
•
Implemented the upgrading process of the storm
drain system along Elm Street and Ash Street
from 4th Street to 10th Street.
•
Assisted in the development of a Regional
Stormwater Master Plan.
•
Completed the drainage project in Berry Creek
Subdivision, Section One.
•
Finalized construction of the drainage correction
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projects at San Gabriel Overlook, Gabriel View
Drive and Country Club Drive
•
Completed installation of new safety gates at the
low water crossing bridge in San Gabriel Park.
• Installed a high water alarm at the Berry Creek
low water crossing bridge.
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WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 2000/01:
• Install 1,700 linear feet of curb and gutter on
portions of Walnut Street, north of Highway 29.
• Begin implementation of the Regional Stormwater
Detention System.
• Implement a contract for the analysis of the San
Gabriel Park Dam, San Gabriel Park retaining
wall, and the Blue Hole Dam.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
ACTUAL
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
FY 99/00
FY 99/00
FY 00/01
1) Number of storm drains cleaned
9
3
6
24
26
2) Miles of Public Right -of -Way
348,278 (16.5%)
348,778 (0.1%)
360,967 437,315 423,239
475,106 (12.3%)
475,606 (0.1%)
mowed and cleaned
20.5
20.5
20.5
21
21
3) Hours of street sweeper
operation
1,200
1,500
1,400
1,400
1,600
4) Linear feet of curb and gutter
installed/replaced City wide
a. Old Town construction
16,800*
13,500*
14,000*
14,000*
1,000*
b. Other replacement
1,700
5,000
0
200
0
c. Annual curb & gutter
installation/construction
3,200
2,500
2,500
1,500
1,500
* Numbers from 1997 to 2000 indicate Capital Improvement Projects, in addition to annual curb and gutterprojects.
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
99/00
00/01
01/02
98/99 99/00 Projected
Adopted
Projected Base
Actual Budget Actual
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
3/0.5 3/0.5 3/0.5 # Employees
3/0.5
3/0.5
125,709 125,195 124,178 Personnel
126,828 (2.1%)
126,828 (0.0%)
235,258 312,120 299,061 Operations
348,278 (16.5%)
348,778 (0.1%)
360,967 437,315 423,239
475,106 (12.3%)
475,606 (0.1%)
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 00/01Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
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WHAT WE DO:
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 Manager to
provide safety -training workshops.
• Worked with Inspection Services to create and
implement a one-stop calling point to identify and
correct code violations.
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 2000/01:
• Seal Coat 3 to 5 lane miles of rural design
roadway on Airport Road, Lakeway Drive and
Industrial Boulevard.
• Asphalt microsurface approximately 23 lane miles
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1999/00:
of urban roadway:
• Churchill Farms Subdivision;
•
Seal coated 3 lane miles of roadway in River Hills
• Berry Creek, Section Two;
Subdivision.
• Pleasant Valley Subdivision
•
Asphalt overlay approximately 10 lane miles of
•
Asphalt overlayed 10 lane miles:
urban roadway on:.
• Maple Street from 15th to Quail Valley; and,
Areas bound by 16th Street to 19th Street and
• Golden Oaks Drive;
• 10th and 1 lth Streets from Business 35 to
Hutto Road to Annie Purl School
Scenic Drive;
•
Asphalt microsurfaced 23 lane miles:
• Mesquite;
• Cottonwood
• Berry Creek, Section One;
• West Old Town area, bound by 2nd Street to
•
Construction and Reconstruction Projects:
9th Street and Rock Street to Scenic Drive;
. Main Street from 6th Street to 9th Street;
• Portions of Reata Trails Subdivision;
. Realign Country Club Road/Construct Rivery
• Portions of San Gabriel Heights Subdivision
Boulevard to Williams Drive;
• Extend Maple Street 750 linear feet south
•
Asphalt overlayed and installed concrete ribbon
from Quail Valley Drive;
curb on College Street between 2nd Street and the
. Rivery Bridge approach and Rivery Bridge
low water bridge in San Gabriel Park.
construction;
• Hutto Road
•
Completed construction of Holly Street to College.
•
Design traffic islands for Williams Drive west IH
•
Rehabilitated 7th and 8th from Maple to cemetery.
35 frontage intersection.
•
Completed construction of the downtown parking
•
Place antique lighting on widened bridges on
d
lot at 6th Street and Main Street.
Austin Avenue.
•
Planned and coordinated an open house for
•
Extend Rock Street to allow access behind the
presentation to the public of design options for the
Sonic Drive -In.
realignment of the Country Club Road/Rivery
intersection at Williams Drive.
•
Rehabilitate Morrow, from Business 35 to
Stadium Drive, and Riverhaven, from F.M. 971 to
•
Participated on a volunteer basis to construct
Stadium Drive.
restrooms near the Safe Place display at the
playscape.
•
Assist Systems Engineering, Development
Services and HDR Engineering in developing a
city-wide traffic study.
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COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
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ACTUAL ACTUAL
BUDGETED PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 97/98 FY 98/99
FY 00
FY 00
FY 00/01
1) Lane miles of sealcoat,
overlay or microsurfacing
12 13
20
36
36
2) Square feet of roadway
patching
35,000 30,000
30,000
85,000
50,000
3) Traffic signs repaired/ installed
140 200
200
200
200
4) Lane miles of streets
maintained
325 335
335
345
345
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
99/00
00/01
01/02
98/99 99/00
Projected
Adopted
Projected Base
Actual Budget
Actual
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
11.25/0.75 12/0.75
12/0.75 # Employees
12/0.75
12/0.75
377,279 454,465
434,167 Personnel
465,594 (7.2%)
465,594
(0.0%)
597,751 672,580
659,328 Operations
831,627 (26.1%)
695,627
(-16.4%)
10,906
Capital
250,000 (N/A)
250,000
(0.0%)
985,936 1,127,045
1,093,495
1,547,221 (41.5%)
1,411,221
(-8.8%)
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 00/0 1 Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
Street repairs ($150,000) and unscheduled street maintenance ($100,000) previously budgeted in the Streets General
Capital Projects fund, have been moved to the Streets Department as on-going capital maintenance projects.
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WHAT WE DO:
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 to maintain
water
System lines and equipment as well as continue to
recognize, follow, and meet 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 Building Inspection Department to ensure
water system protection.
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1999/00:
• Installed new water meter registers on all meters
replaced in 1999/00 to allow remote readings.
• Implemented Team Leader Management to allow
employee problem solving and empowerment.
• Constructed new restrooms at the Playscape,
using donations and volunteer labor.
• Purchased and installed hypochlorite system, for
disinfection at wastewater plants, as required by
the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
• Continued work with Inspection Services for
implementation of the Backflow Prevention
Program for the protection of the City's water
supply.
• Completed the following Water Capital
Improvement Projects:
Completed water interconnect between the
City and Chisholm Trail Special Utility
District ;
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• Completed first phase of the water reuse line;
• Developed a Long -Range Water Supply Plan;
• Constructed a twelve -inch water line along
Airport Road;
• Completed customer satisfaction survey.
• Installed an ultra -filtration system at the
Southside Wells to increase water system
capacity up to 2 million gallons per day (MGD).
• Assisted Sun City Texas in developing a water
conservation plan.
• Implemented a leak detection program, as a part
of the City's Water Conservation Program.
• Published the first annual Consumer Confidence
Report (CCR), required by the Texas Natural
Resources Conservation Commission (TNRCC).
• Constructed an 8 -inch irrigation line from San
Gabriel Park to Rivery Park.
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH rT 2000/01:
• Complete the following Water Capital
Improvement Projects:
• Relocate 8 inch water line on Hutto Road in
coordination with Texas Department of Public
Safety road improvements;
• Replace and upsize casing and replace pump
and motor in Well #2;
• 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;
• Complete construction of the Sun City Pump
Station and the Rabbit Hill Pump Station;
• Replace water mains on Pine Street and on
College Street (from East 15th to East 18th
Streets);
• Evaluate and rehabilitate Leander Road
Elevated Storage Tank and Sequoia Spur
Water Storage Tank.
• Develop an irrigation/effluent utility ordinance
and reuse policy to 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.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGETAND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
ACTUAL
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
FY 99/00
FY 00
FY 00/01
1) Water leaks repaired
230
395
595
411
595
2) Water taps installed
450
450
438
450
450
3) Line locations completed
530
975
1,200
1,173
1,400
4) Fire hydrant meters installed
100
105
90
100
120
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGETAND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
99/00
00/01
01/02
98/99 99/00 Projected
Adopted
Projected Base
Actual Budget Actual
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
7.5/0 8/0 8/0 # Employees
8/0
8/0
153,877 255,075 255,075 Personnel
299,222 (17.3%)
299,222 (0.0°0)
348,736 358,283 358,283 Operations
367,186 (2.5*/.)
367,186 (0.0%)
3,409 1,710 1,710 Capital
108,000 (6215.9%)
108,000 (0.0^io)
506,022 615,068 615,068
774,408 (25.9%)
774,408 (0.0%)
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 00/01Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
The City of Georgetown Water Department and Building Inspection Services are currently working to develop a
Backflow Prevention/Cross-Connection Program to be implemented in fiscal year 2000/2001. This program will
provide protection from contamination of the City's water supply through building construction methods. The
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires that public water systems implement a Cross -Connection Program.
The Backflow Prevention/Cross-Connection Program is intended to protect the public water system from
contamination hazards that may siphon back into the water system. The program will allow the City to provide the
safest and highest quality water to its customers.
The Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) has also become a requirement of the City's Water Department. The City
of Georgetown published its first report on October 19, 1999. This report is a TNRCC requirement for all public
drinking water supply agencies and is published by the City to provide information on the City's drinking water
quality. The report is published in the City's Quarterly Newsletter to ensure widespread readership of the document
Utility trench repairs ($8,000) and Water Capital Improvements ($100,000), previously budgeted in the Capital
Improvements Fund, have been moved to the Water Distribution Department as ongoing capital maintenance projects.
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WATER TREATMENT 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 Southside Water
Treatment Plant, rated at 3.0 MGD.
The City of Georgetown retains ownership of these plants and contracts for their operation with a private contractor.
During 1998/99 the City entered into a partnership agreement with Chisholm Trail Special Utility District (CTSUD)
that provides for joint long-term water supply planning. The agreement gives CTSUD 840 acre feet of water supply
and 2.18 MGD of off-peak water treatment capacity in exchange for service area and compliance with city -level fire
flow requirements as CTSUD expands its water system.
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
1) Water Utility Customers
2) Water Usage (MGD):
Average Flow
Peak Flow
Total Flow (MG)
3) Water Treated for Chisholm
Trail Special Utility District
(MGD)
ACTUAL
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
FY 00
FY 00
FY 00/01
10,650
11,570
11,600
12,150
13,000
5.78
6.49
7.5
6.90
8.28
13.28
13.11
13.28
13.50
13.28
2,112
2,370
2,326
2,521
3,021
N/A
N/A
.203
.100
.200
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
99/00 00/01 01/02
98/99 99/00 Projected Adopted Projected Base
Actual Budget Actual (% Change *) (% Change **)
830,418 864,584 903,257 Operations
830,418 864,584 903,257
* Percent change of 00/0lProposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
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1,281,520 (41.9%) 1,334,620 (4.1%)
1,281,520 (41.9%) 1,334,620 (4.1%)
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
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. 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.
These water rights are expected to meet the needs of Georgetown's current certificated water service area through
full build out.
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.
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
1,353,083 2,206,801 1,936,855
* Percent change of 00/01 Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
2,238,324 (15.6%) 2,101,299 (-6.1%)
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
Council contingency funds are now appropriated in the City Council's departmental budget within the General Fund.
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99/00
00/01
01/02
98/99
99/00
Projected
Adopted
Projected Base
Actual
Budget
Actual
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
154,719
157,889
158,785
Admin Allocations
179,146
(12.8%)
179,146
(0.0%)
150,000
170,000
AMR Maintenance
240,000
(41.2'�c)
240,000
(0.0%)
353,954
365,000
365,000
BRA - Water Purchases
452,600
(24.0%)
631,869
(39.6%)
135,604
150,000
150,000
Council Contingency
0
(-100.0%)
0
(N/A)
146,549
152,525
159,100
Franchise Fee
157,000
(-1.3'�u)
160,600
(2.3%)
538,220
601,162
577,439
Joint Svc Allocations
789,684
(36.8%)
789,684
(0.0%)
24,037
630,225
356,531
Special Projects & Svcs
419,894
(17.8%)
100,000
(-76.2%)
1,353,083 2,206,801 1,936,855
* Percent change of 00/01 Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
2,238,324 (15.6%) 2,101,299 (-6.1%)
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
Council contingency funds are now appropriated in the City Council's departmental budget within the General Fund.
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0
0
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, 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
WHAT WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 1999/00:
• Purchased and installed a hypochlorite system for
disinfection at wastewater plants as required by
the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
• Completed the Serenada Wastewater Collection
Master Plan and began Phase 1 construction of the
wastewater collection system in the Serenada area.
• Completed utility improvements on the parking lot
at 6th and Main Streets and in the alley -way
adjacent to the parking lot.
• Constructed new restrooms at the Playscape, in
San Gabriel Park, using donations and volunteer
labor.
• Surveyed customers who have had wastewater
related problems to better address customer
service issues.
• Designed and bid the Pecan Branch Wastewater
Treatment Plant construction project.
WHAT WE PLAN TO ACCOMPLISH IN 2000/01:
• Wastewater Capital Improvements to be
completed in 2000/01:
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• Begin construction of the Pecan Branch
Wastewater Treatment Plant, to treat 3 million
gallons per day (MGD) of sewage. Operation
of this plant is scheduled to commence
summer of 2002.
• Install wastewater line to Pecan Branch to
relieve overuse of Williams Drive Lift
Station.
• Design and extend gravity wastewater lines to
Sinuso Drive, Serenada Drive and Toledo
Trail.
• Install an effluent return line from the San
Gabriel Wastewater Treatment Plant to the
Park Storage Tank to reuse water for
irrigation.
• Implement the 2000/01 Wastewater Main
Replacement Program in the Woodland Road
and Gabriel View areas.
• Continue the Edwards Aquifer Inflow and
Infiltration Program to eliminate the flow of
water into the City's wastewater system.
• Develop a comprehensive Wastewater
Preventive Maintenance Program to prevent
sanitary sewer overflows (SSO) in the
wastewater collection system.
• Develop a Wastewater Pre -Treatment Program to
verify compliance with the City's wastewater
discharge permits.
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
ACTUAL ACTUAL BUDGETED PROJECTED PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS FY 97/98 FY 98/99 FY 00 FY 00 FY 00/0 1
1) Sewer blockages cleared
165 165
324
180
324
2) Manholes repaired
6 6
5
6
6
3) Line locations completed
50 1,200
2,100
1,673
2,001
4) Wastewater taps installed
300 300
438
320
440
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET
AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
99/00
00/01
01/02
98/99 99/00
Projected
Adopted
Projected Base
Actual Budget
Actual
(% Change *)
(% Change **)
6/1 6/1
6/1 # Employees
6/1
6/1
179,429 194,650
194,649 Personnel
218,105 (12.1%)
218,105
(0.0%)
190,187 295,761
295,761 Operations
282,844 (-4.4%)
282,844
(0.0%)
28,947 3,974
3,974 Capital
158,000 (3875.8%)
208,000
(31.6^/0)
398,563 494,385
494,384
658,949 (33.3%)
708,949
(7.6%)
Employees: full time / part time
* Percent change of 00/0 1 Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES:
Recently, new requirements from the Texas Natural Resources Conservation Commission (TNRCC) have mandated
that publicly owned wastewater treatment agencies notify their customers of significant wastewater overflows that
may affect the health and safety of the community and its drinking water sources. This notification process will be
significant in protecting the public health within the community.
Utility trench repairs ($8,000), Wastewater Capital Projects ($100,000) and Edwards Aquifer Inflow and Infiltration
($50,000), which were previously budgeted in the Wastewater Capital Projects Fund, have been moved to the
Wastewater Collection Department as on-going maintenance projects.
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WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES
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. 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 safe 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.
The Pecan Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant will be constructed in 2001/02 to provide additional system capacity
of 3 million gallons per day and to serve Sun City. The plant is scheduled to come on-line in the summer of 2002.
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
99/00 00/01 01/02
98/99 99/00 Projected Adopted Projected Base
Actual Budget Actual (% Change *) (% Change **)
760,526 718,496 718,496 Operations 660,942 (-8.o%) 839,568 (27.0%)
760,526 718,496 718,496
* Percent change of 00/01Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
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660,942 (-8.0%) 839,568 (27.0%)
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
ACTUAL
ACTUAL
BUDGETED
PROJECTED
PROPOSED
ACTIVITY INDICATORS
FY 97/98
FY 98/99
FY 00
FY 99/00
FY 00/01
1) Wastewater Utility Customers
8,700
8,700
9,300
9,800
10,300
2) Average Daily Flow (MGD)
2.918
2.6
2.603
2.616
2.836
3) Peak Daily Flow (MGD)
5.0
5.0
9.7
9.7
9.7
4) Million gallons treated
1,065
949
950
955
1,035
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
99/00 00/01 01/02
98/99 99/00 Projected Adopted Projected Base
Actual Budget Actual (% Change *) (% Change **)
760,526 718,496 718,496 Operations 660,942 (-8.o%) 839,568 (27.0%)
760,526 718,496 718,496
* Percent change of 00/01Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected Base from 00/01 Proposed
92
660,942 (-8.0%) 839,568 (27.0%)
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
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.
2000/01 ADOPTED BUDGET AND 2001/02 PROJECTED BUDGET:
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
00/01 01/02
Adopted Projected Base
(% Change *) (% Change **)
95,400
(3.4%)
99/00
(4.3%)
98/99
99/00
Projected
(0.0%)
Actual
Budget
Actual
(0.01)
87,018
90,240
92,300
Franchise Fees
93,484
103,838
96,991
General Fund Allocations
520,853
675,869
673,036
Joint Svc Allocations
86,160
95,000
102,620
Spec. Svc / Legal
787,515
964,947
964,947
* Percent change of 00/01Proposed from 99/00 Projected Actual
** Percent change of 01/02 Projected
Base from 00/01 Proposed
COMMUNITY OWNED UTILITIES
ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN ELEMENT 2000/01
00/01 01/02
Adopted Projected Base
(% Change *) (% Change **)
95,400
(3.4%)
99,500
(4.3%)
118,873
(22.6%)
118,873
(0.0%)
574,412
(-14.7r)
574,412
(0.01)
45,000
(-56.11,)
45,000
(0.0%)
833,685
(-13.6%)
837,785
(0.51)
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