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Home My WebLink AboutPackets - Water Utillity Commission (73) AGENDA WATER UTILITY COMMISSION REGULAR SESSION May 11, 2026 HOPI CONFERENCE ROOM 11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 5:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL CALL TO AUDIENCE - at this time, any member of the public is allowed to address the Commission on any issue not listed on today’s agenda. Pursuant to the Arizona open meeting law, individual Commission members may ask Town staff to review the matter, ask that the matter be placed on a future agenda, or respond to criticism made by speakers. However, the Commission may not discuss or take legal action on matters raised during "Call to Audience." In order to speak during "Call to Audience", please specify what you wish to discuss when completing the blue speaker card. REGULAR SESSION AGENDA 1.REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE MARCH 9, 2026 REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES 2. UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON THE MAY WATER UTILITY COMMISSION FIELD TRIP (P. ABRAHAM) 3.TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS/COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCILMEMBER MURPHY) 4.UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS (L. JACOBS) 5.UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAM (D. MANCE) 6.UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON WATER OPERATIONS (D. ALLRED) 7.UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON WATER UTILITY FINANCIALS (M. RALLIS) 8.UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON WATER RESOURCE USAGE (P. ABRAHAM) 9.DIRECTOR'S REPORT 10.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON CANCELLATION OF JUNE AND JULY WATER UTILITY 10.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON CANCELLATION OF JUNE AND JULY WATER UTILITY COMMISSION REGULAR SESSIONS CALL TO AUDIENCE - at this time, any member of the public is allowed to address the Commission on any issue not listed on today’s agenda. Pursuant to the Arizona open meeting law, individual Commission members may ask Town staff to review the matter, ask that the matter be placed on a future agenda, or respond to criticism made by speakers. However, the Commission may not discuss or take legal action on matters raised during "Call to Audience." In order to speak during "Call to Audience", please specify what you wish to discuss when completing the blue speaker card. ADJOURNMENT POSTED: 5/6/2026 at 5:00 pm by ck When possible, a packet of agenda materials as listed above is available for public inspection at least 24 hours prior to the Commission meeting in the Town Clerk's Office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Town of Oro Valley complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If any person with a disability needs any type of accommodation, please notify the Town Clerk’s Office at least five days prior to the Commission meeting at 229-4700. INSTRUCTIONS TO SPEAKERS Members of the public have the right to speak during any posted public hearing. However, those items not listed as a public hearing are for consideration and action by the Commission during the course of their business meeting. Members of the public may be allowed to speak on these topics at the discretion of the Chair. If you wish to address the Commission on any item(s) on this agenda, please complete a blue speaker card located on the Agenda table at the back of the room and give it to the Recording Secretary. Please indicate on the speaker card which item number and topic you wish to speak on, or if you wish to speak during “Call to Audience,” please specify what you wish to discuss when completing the blue speaker card. Please step forward to the podium when the Chair announces the item(s) on the agenda which you are interested in addressing. 1. For the record, please state your name and whether or not you are a Town resident. 2. Speak only on the issue currently being discussed by the Commission. Please organize your speech, you will only be allowed to address the Commission once regarding the topic being discussed. 3. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes. 4. During “Call to Audience”, you may address the Commission on any issue you wish. 5. Any member of the public speaking must speak in a courteous and respectful manner to those present. Thank you for your cooperation. “Notice of Possible Quorum of the Oro Valley Town Council, Boards, Commissions and Committees: In accordance with Chapter 3, Title 38, Arizona Revised Statutes and Section 2-4-4 of the Oro Valley Town Code, a majority of the Town Council, Board of Adjustment, Historic Preservation Commission, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Stormwater Utility Commission, and Water Utility Commission may attend the above referenced meeting as a member of the audience only.” Water Utility Commission 1. Meeting Date:05/11/2026 Submitted By:Meagan Ackerson, Water SUBJECT: REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE MARCH 9, 2026 REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: N/A BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: N/A FISCAL IMPACT: N/A SUGGESTED MOTION: I MOVE to approve the March 9, 2026 regular session minutes. Attachments 3-9-2026 draft minutes D R A F T MINUTES WATER UTILITY COMMISSION REGULAR SESSION March 9, 2026 HOPI CONFERENCE ROOM 11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 5:00 PM CALL TO ORDER Chair Smejkel called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Rebecca Badruddoja, Commissioner Alan Forrest, Commissioner Joe Hornat, Vice Chair Steven Linder, Commissioner Michael Smejkal, Chair Niranjan Vescio, Commissioner Absent: Greg Hitt, Commissioner Staff Present: Peter A. Abraham, Water Utility Director Lee Jacobs, Engineering Division Manager Attendees: Councilmember Mary Murphy, Council Liaison CALL TO AUDIENCE - at this time, any member of the public is allowed to address the Commission on any issue not listed on today’s agenda. Pursuant to the Arizona open meeting law, individual Commission members may ask Town staff to review the matter, ask that the matter be placed on a future agenda, or respond to criticism made by speakers. However, the Commission may not discuss or take legal action on matters raised during "Call to Audience." In order to speak during "Call to Audience", please specify what you wish to discuss when completing the blue speaker card. No public speakers REGULAR SESSION AGENDA 1.REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 9, 2026 REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES Motion by Vice Chair Joe Hornat, seconded by Commissioner Niranjan Vescio to approve the February 9, 2026 regular session meeting minutes. Vote: 6 - 0 Carried 3/9/26 Water Utility Commission Regular Session Meeting Minutes 1 2.TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS/COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCILMEMBER MURPHY) Councilmember Murphy provided the following updates: Transportation Art By Youth (TABY) ribbon-cutting event Naranja Multi-Use Path is still under construction NWRRDS pipe-line is ~50% complete Council approved the notice of intent to increase the potable water rates on 3/4/26 Issues with cell-phone reception North of Tangerine- Police is also trying to advocate for better receptio 3.UPDATE, DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON WATER UTILITY ANNUAL REPORT (P. ABRAHAM) Water Utility Director Peter A. Abraham thanked the Commission for their input and comments on the 2026 Water Utility Annual Report, as the comments are important. Water Utility Director asked for final input on the 2026 Annual Report. Small changes that Maritza Valenzuela will change. Any suggestions will be due by Friday, March 13, 2026. Motion by Commissioner Niranjan Vescio, seconded by Vice Chair Joe Hornat to make a recommendation to include minor revisions by March 13, 2026 to rendered to Council. Vote: 6 - 0 Carried 4.UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON THE NWRRDS (L. JACOBS) Water Engineering Division Manager Lee Jacobs provided the following updates regarding the NWRRDS projects: In 2017, Metro Water, Marana and Oro Valley unanimously approved the NWRRDS IGA, a 50-year IGA with Metro lead agency. Is a significant project for Oro Valley and its neighboring cities. Partnered Project Foundation: Marana, Oro Valley & Metro Water Capacity Entitlement Cost share CMAR Delivery method History of the NWRRDS partnered project Independent Project: History of the independent project 4 transmission main projects 3 booster stations All projects are slated for completion by February 2027 Discussion ensued among the Commission and Water Utility Staff Peter A. Abraham and Lee Jacobs regarding both the partnered and independent NWRRDS projects. 5.UPDATE & DISCUSSION ON THE COLORADO RIVER (P. ABRAHAM) Water Utility Director Peter A. Abraham provided the following updates regarding the Colorado River: 3/9/26 Water Utility Commission Regular Session Meeting Minutes 2 Water Utility Director Peter A. Abraham provided the following updates regarding the Colorado River: Colorado River System The current Drought Contingency Plan expires in October 2026 Colorado River is in the midst of a 26-year drought Negotiated Agreement deadlines missed Colorado River States missed critical 2/14/26 deadline Federally Imposed Solutions in review Discussion ensued among the Commission regarding the Colorado River updates. 6.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE WATER UTILITY COMMISSION FIELD TRIP IN APRIL (P. ABRAHAM) Water Utility Director Peter A. Abraham provided the following information regarding the upcoming Water Utility Commission upcoming field trip set to happen in April 2026: Tentative dates Schedule Tour of NWRRDS Project (Partnered & Independent) Peter A. Abraham asked Commissioners to send their availability to Maritza Valenzuela by Friday, March 13, 2026. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Vice Chair Joe Hornat, seconded by Commissioner Niranjan Vescio to adjourn the meeting at 6:34 p.m. Vote: 6 - 0 Carried I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular session of the Town of Oro Valley Water Utility Commission of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the ____ day of ____________________, 2026. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present. Dated this _____ day of ____________________, 2026. ___________________________ Maritza M. Valenzuela Senior Office Specialist 3/9/26 Water Utility Commission Regular Session Meeting Minutes 3 Water Utility Commission 2. Meeting Date:05/11/2026 Submitted By:Meagan Ackerson, Water SUBJECT: UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON THE MAY WATER UTILITY COMMISSION FIELD TRIP (P. ABRAHAM) RECOMMENDATION: n/a EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: n/a BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: n/a FISCAL IMPACT: n/a SUGGESTED MOTION: This item is for discussion only. Attachments Staff Presentation Peter A. Abraham, P.E., Water Utility Director Water Utility Commission Meeting March 11, 2026 Oro Valley Water Utility Update & Discussion on the Water Utility Commission Fieldtrip Fieldtrip Itinerary – NWRRDS NWRRDS Fieldtrip – Partnered & Independent Projects Major NWRRDS Components NWRRDS Project – Partnered & Independent 2017 IGA 2019 - 2024Partnered Projects Designed(+/- $21M Total)OV Share 2019 - 2024Independent Projects Designed(+/-$31.7M Total) Independent Projects Partnered Projects FY 25/26 (+/-$5.2M)Twin Peaks Bstr. Station Project Complete (+/-$52.7M) FY 22/23 ($.75M)GW Blending Main FY 25/26 (+/-$14.5M)5 Mile Water main FY 23/24 ($.95M)E-Zone @ Naranja FY 20/21 (+/-$1M)Recovery Wells Drilled FY 23/24 – 25/26 (+/-$20M)CMAR Project Delivery Method FY 23/24 (+/-$5.5M)Shannon Rd. Res. & Bstr. FY 23/24 – 24/25 (+/-$3.7M)La Canada Bstr. Stations FY 24/25 (+/-$1.1M)E-Zone @ Tangerine Pr o g r e s s A p r i l . 2 0 2 6 NWRRDS Fieldtrip NWRRDS Fieldtrip group photo NWRRDS photos NWRRDS photos Water Utility Commission 4. Meeting Date:05/11/2026 Submitted By:Meagan Ackerson, Water SUBJECT: UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS (L. JACOBS) RECOMMENDATION: n/a EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: n/a BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: n/a FISCAL IMPACT: n/a SUGGESTED MOTION: Item is for update and discussion only Attachments CIP Update Oro Valley Water Utility Update and Discussion on Capital Improvement Projects Lee Jacobs, P.E., C.P.M. Engineering Division Manager Water Utility Commission May 11, 2026 Hydraulic model to manage demands and expectations to service the WSA H1 (WP-15)and I1 (WP-14) are complete. Operational Contingency plan –Reservoir isolation and removal from service early June 2026 Temporary relocatable reservoir is 100% complete in-place and ready to be disinfected and tested. Reservoir Rehabilitation and Planning Water Plant 14 (WP-14) Reservoir Rehabilitation El Con short main design is completed and into PDEQ for Approval to Construct (ATC) 8 - inch interconnection at the tennis courts to El Conquistador Western Town. We have now shared the proposed alignment with all the stake holders TOV Parks and Recreation, El Conquistador Management, and Golf Course Management we’ve been meeting to present to HOA, Resort ownership, TOV Parks and Recreation and Golf Management. The redundant feed will allow us to work on other parts of the system and have assurances that we will be able to provide uninterrupted service. The interconnect provides a permanent solution to ensure redundancy and system reliability. On current schedule is to begin construction in May 2026, in coordination with events scheduled at golf course and western town to ensure we don’t interrupt scheduled activities. El Conquistador 8-inch Ductile Iron Pipe Interconnect Operations discovered a line shaft failure on June 11, 2025 A contractor was brought in to remove motor and pump. Well D-9 was purged and video logged Engineering took over on October 2, 2025, to work on equipping well with new pump and lowering pump. Engineering calculated new parameters for pump, reviewed pump cuves and selected a new pump for this site and equipment has been installed and is operational. Installation is now completed with pump running and water going into the system. Work was completed on April 21, 2026 Well D-9 Rehabilitation Part of NWRRDS Independent Project to extend additional water resources into the F1 & G1 WSA’s Contractor is 100% complete with construction of two zone booster facility and control building “F1” and “G1” Zone discharge lines within facility have been extended and connected All Testing has been completed and OVWU has accepted all construction of site and is now operating as designed La Canada two Zone (“F” & “G”) Booster Construction Booster Station Construction Completed and Operational NWRRDS Independent Transmission Main Project Construction is now completed from Shannon Road Booster to Blue Bonnet – approximately 4.2 miles of 20-inch main Currently completing mitigation of portions of right-of-way Some minor punch list items such as, bollards to protect infrastructure and minor grading along alignment to ensure drainage flows remain the same. NWRRDS Partnered Transmission Main Project Construction is progressing – approximately 75 percent of main installed Construction clearing for partnered booster began late 2024 with reservoir constructed in March of 2025 Reservoir coatings completed April 2025 Suction piping within the booster and forebay site is 90% complete NWRRDS Partnered Reservoir and Booster Site at Twin Peaks and Lambert Lane NWRRDS Partnered Reservoir and Booster Site at Twin Peaks and Lambert Lane NWRRDS Independent Twin Peaks Booster Station CMAR Delivery Method Project General Conditions and Value Engineering Finalized October 2025, Long lead time items have been ordered and expected to be ready to install once construction has begun for those items. Oro Valley is lead agency coordinating all activity between Marana, Metro Water and OVWU Oro Valley will manage the construction of each Partners booster station, as well as lead on inspections Oro Valley will be reimbursed for expenses associated with Partner work Approximately 3600 LF of Transmission Main along with Three Boosters included with this portion of the project Work slated to begin in early February 2026 with 12 months construction period expected. Arizona Water Engineer of the Year 2026 Mike Sanders, P.E. Oro Valley Water Engineering Division •Mike’s greatest pride is his family. Wife Mary, daughter and son-in-law Devin, and my son Paul •11 years with BOR-Tucson Field Office...building the Central Arizona Project (CAP Canel) from Brady Pump Station East of Eloy, to Black Mountain/ Snyder Hills Pump Stations near Ajo Hwy and Kinney Road. •26 years with COT-TW leading a design team constructing and rehabilitating water production facilities for Potable and Reclaimed water systems. •4 years with TOV Water Utility providing project manamgement to OVWU; MDWID; and Marana Water to complete the Northwest Water Recharge, Recovery & Delivery System. Question and Discussion Water Utility Commission 5. Meeting Date:05/11/2026 Submitted By:Meagan Ackerson, Water SUBJECT: UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAM (D. MANCE) RECOMMENDATION: n/a EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: n/a BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: n/a FISCAL IMPACT: n/a SUGGESTED MOTION: Item is for update and discussion only Attachments Staff Presentation Update and Discussion on Water Conservation Program Water Utility Commission May 11, 2026 Daniel Mance, Water Conservation Specialist 1 2 WaterSmart Water Monitoring Capabilities For the majority of 2025 customers relied on the water monitoring capabilities of WaterSmart to conserve water. 37% of SFR eligible accounts signed up for alerts 3,828 unique visitors to the WaterSmart Portal in 2025 1,392 customer conversations over the portal in 2025 9,841 leak alerts sent out in 2025 The most common explanation for leaks was Outdoor Watering System which accounted for 42% of leaks confirmed in 2025 3 SpryIDM – The Oro Valley Customer Portal for Water Use Monitoring Water Monitoring Capabilities SpryIDM was added in late 2025 to the Customer Portal to enhance the water monitoring capability and provide a more convenient solution for customers. 21,667 total eligible active accounts. As of April 2026, there are 13,239 registered accounts on the Portal. 6,138 Unique Logins have been recorded since introduction. 4 Water Audits are available at no cost for Oro Valley Water Utility Customers Water Audits A Water Audit is a process that tracks how water is used in a home to identify ways to reduce waste and improve water conservation efficiency. Customers can contact Water Conservation to request assistance with tracking water use and potential leaks. 184 Water Audits conducted in 2025. 5 Environmental Education Exchange (E3) Outreach Water Utility staff attended a learning session hosted by the Utility’s education consultant, E3. The learning session was presented to a group of first grade students at Lehman Academy in Oro Valley. Students were taught through interactive learning about water resources and conservation. 6 OVPD National Night Out Water Conservation Outreach October 24, 2025. An informal outreach with local families on Water Conservation and environmental stewardship. Over 100 families visited and received materials on Water Conservation. 7 SaddleBrooke Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) Women’s Group Outreach Presented to the group on October 27, 2025. Topics were informational on water resources and tips on water conservation at the home. Approximately 50 people attended the session which included Oro Valley and SaddleBrooke residents. 8 Oro Valley Community Academy Presentation Outreach October 30,2025. Participated in the Oro Valley Community Academy. The Community Academy is a fun and interactive opportunity for residents to learn about the Town and local government. The Water Conservation presentation focused on at home water conservation ideas and local water resources. 9 Oro Valley State of the Town and Oro Valley Volunteer Ceremony Outreach October 30,2025. Water Conservation had a booth at both the Oro Valley State of the Town and the Oro Valley Volunteer Ceremony. Information and materials were available on water conservation for attendees. 10 Vistoso Village HOA Outreach February 17,2026. A presentation was made to the Vistoso Village HOA on home water conservation. Attendees were presented with information on local water resources and tips for water conservation. Featured topics included WaterSmart and the new SpryIDM, conservation tips, and information on water audits 11 Sun City Vistoso Presentation Outreach March 31, 2026. A presentation on home water conservation was conducted with a group of Sun City Vistoso residents. Topics included information on local water resources and opportunities for Water Conservation at home and in gardens. The presentation concluded with a lively Q&A session. 12 Future Presentations Outreach Our goal is to provide water conservation presentations to as many HOA’s as possible. Help us get the word out! Discussion 13 Water Utility Commission 6. Meeting Date:05/11/2026 Submitted By:Meagan Ackerson, Water SUBJECT: UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON WATER OPERATIONS (D. ALLRED) RECOMMENDATION: n/a EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: n/a BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: n/a FISCAL IMPACT: n/a SUGGESTED MOTION: Item is for update and discussion only Attachments Staff Presentation David E. Allred Water Operations Manager Operator in Direct Responsible Charge Water Utility Commission May 11, 2026 Oro Valley Water Utility Update and Discussion on Water Operations Activities OVWU Water Operations 27 ADEQ certified operators are responsible for the O&M of the OV & CS potable water service areas: Currently have 5 vacant positions 41 active sites (wells, reservoirs, booster stations & CAP wheeling stations) 375 miles of water mains 2,394 fire hydrants 8,605 valves 36 PRV stations Over 21,000 metered service connections with AMI technology 149 water sampling stations Operations is responsible for the reclaimed water system: 7 active sites (reservoir, booster, lake feeds, & park irrigation) 15 miles of reclaimed water main OVWU Water Operations Additional core functions: Operate and monitor the SCADA system for potable and reclaimed systems Manage AZ811 locate request Complete customer service work order request (new meter installs, manual reads, customer inquiries and other request from CSC) Maintain drinking water compliance sampling and reporting in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) Work closely with other OVWU groups (engineering and admin) and Town departments Water Operations Administration Reclaimed Facility Booster Rehabilitation: Booster station in service since 2004 Four pumps, motors, and discharge heads getting replaced with new equipment. Concrete pump cans getting video inspected Project completed April 2026 Pumping capacity increased from ~850 GPM to 1350 GPM per pump Water Operations Administration Rural Water Association of Arizona 2026 Operator of the Year Jeffrey A. Kane has dedicated more than 25 years to the water utility profession and public service, including service as a Utilities Systems Journeyman in the United States Air Force and the Arizona Air National Guard Mr. Kane holds a Master of Public Administration from Arizona State University, a Master of Business Administration, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He has earned the Certified Public Manager (CPM) credential through Arizona State University, is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and maintains advanced State of Arizona certifications in water distribution and treatment, along with extensive federal emergency management training Water Production Activities Well C-5 Repairs: August 2025 – Oil tube unthreaded Pump and equipment pulled to determine cause 7 swedge patches, and new pump installed Returned to service April 2026 Water Production Activities Well D-9 Repairs: No pumping volume caused a low amperage shutdown Equipment pulled and cause of failure was a broken coupling on the drive shaft Two sonar-jet cleanings, brush and bail, and video scan completed Project turned over to Water Engineering October 2025 Returned to service May 2026 Water Production Activities-ADC Inmate Work Program Program Obstacles: OVWU down to one day a week with 1 or 2 inmates Limited to mostly landscape mitigation and maintenance around water facilities Water Control Systems Activities Programmable Logic Controller and Instrumentation Upgrades: Project is needed to replace “legacy” remote instrumentation and PLCs 10-year CIP project. Rancho Vistoso Booster Station-2024 Upgraded PLC and all instrumentation as part of booster rehab CIP project Water Control Systems Activities Big View Booster Station-2025 Moved up on list due to failing “legacy” PLC Upgraded PLC and RTU cabinet Added in Operator Interface Terminal (OIT) Water Control Systems Activities La Canada Reservoir and Booster Station-2025 Part of the NWRRDS system, two zone boosters added New control building Upgraded PLC with new RTU cabinet Added in OIT Added in reservoir hatch intrusion alarm Water Control Systems Activities Water Plant 13-2026 Staff built panel in 2025 Upgraded PLC with new RTU cabinet Added in OIT Added in reservoir hatch intrusion alarm Water Control Systems Activities Water Plant 15-2026 Staff built panel in 2025 Upgraded PLC with new RTU cabinet Added in OIT Added in reservoir hatch intrusion alarm Added in two meters for water inlet and water outlet flows Upgraded site intrusion system Water Control Systems Activities Well C-9-2026 Upgraded PLC with new RTU cabinet Added in OIT Added in future analyzer points Water Control Systems Activities Future panels 2026-2027 Well D-9 will be complete June 2026 Big Wash FY26-27, to be done in house by staff Copper Creek Station FY26-27, staff will build panel and install Deer Run Reservoir FY26-27, staff will build panel and install Naranja Facility FY26-27, tentative depending on other sites Water Distribution Activities Distribution System Projects: Partnership with OVWU Engineering and GRFD, installing two new fire hydrants Linda Vista & Calle Concordia Water Distribution Activities Distribution System Projects: In partnership with OVWU Engineering and GRFD, installing two new fire hydrants Rancho Verde Water Distribution Activities Distribution System Projects: OVCC – 2 days of potholing and locating the watermain for GPS tagging Water Distribution Activities Distribution System Projects: WP-15 – Saddle Tap & Drill, Insertion Meters, Conduit Trech Preparation Water Meter Operations Activities Meter Maintenance: Identifying meters manufactured 10 years and older for replacement Goal is to replace 400-500 meters monthly Pilot program with Kamstrup and Metron meters Water Quality Activities Water System Compliance Staff monitors the Arizona Safe Drinking Water Information System (AZSDWIS) continuously to ensure that the water systems are in compliance with the SDWA Water Quality Activities 2025 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) The annual CCR has been completed and released to the customers by notification in the water bills starting in April The 2025 CCR can be found at; https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Water-Utility/Water-Quality OVWU Water Operations Discussion Water Utility Commission 7. Meeting Date:05/11/2026 Submitted By:Meagan Ackerson, Water SUBJECT: UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON WATER UTILITY FINANCIALS (M. RALLIS) RECOMMENDATION: n/a EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: n/a BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: n/a FISCAL IMPACT: n/a SUGGESTED MOTION: For discussion only Attachments Staff Presentation Water Utility Commission Meeting May 11, 2026 Oro Valley Water Utility Update & Discussion on Water Utility Financials Mary Rallis, C.P.A. Water Utility Administrator Financial Update –Fiscal Year 2025/26 -Revenues REVENUES Actuals Through 3/31/26 Budget Notes Potable Water Sales $12,983,240 $17,070,000 Projected to meet or exceed budget. Reclaimed Water Sales $1,050,073 $1,441,000 Projected to meet budget. Groundwater Preservation Fees $1,966,842 $2,600,000 Projected to meet budget. Service Fees $644,427 $857,000 Projected to meet budget. TOTAL REVENUES $16,644,582 $21,968,000 Revenues projected to meet budget or exceed budget. Financial Update –Fiscal Year 2025/26 -Expenses EXPENSES Actuals Through 3/31/26 Budget Notes Personnel $2,546,311 $3,985,725 Projected to be below budget due to vacancy savings. Operations & Maintenance $8,241,611 $12,277,175 Projected to meet budget. Capital $646,377 $1,602,639 Projected to be below budget. Debt Service $3,890,977 $3,890,977 Debt service paid on 7/1/25. TOTAL EXPENSES $15,325,276 $21,756,516 Expenses projected to be under budget due to personnel and capital savings. Customer Service Update –Through 4/31/26 FY 2024/25 Through 3/31/26 New meters installed 111 95 Customer base 21,609 21,704 Customer Portal 13,263 15,296 Discussion Water Utility Commission 8. Meeting Date:05/11/2026 Submitted By:Meagan Ackerson, Water SUBJECT: UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON WATER RESOURCE USAGE (P. ABRAHAM) RECOMMENDATION: n/a EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: n/a BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: n/a FISCAL IMPACT: n/a SUGGESTED MOTION: For discussion only Attachments Staff Presentation Peter A. Abraham, P.E. Water Utility Director Water Utility Commission May 11, 2026 Oro Valley Water Utility Update & Discussion on Water Resource Usage Oro Valley Main Service Area Jan – March Water Use by Type Countryside Service Area Jan – March Water Use by Type Discussion Discussion Water Utility Commission 9. Meeting Date:05/11/2026 Submitted By:Meagan Ackerson, Water SUBJECT: DIRECTOR'S REPORT RECOMMENDATION: n/a EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: n/a BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: n/a FISCAL IMPACT: n/a SUGGESTED MOTION: This item is for information only Attachments Director's Report Peter A. Abraham, P.E. Water Utility Director Water Utility Commission Meeting May 11, 2026 Oro Valley Water Utility Director’s Report Upcoming Meetings May 20, 2026 Town Council Regular Session Council Chambers @ 6 p.m. June 3, 2026 Town Council Regular Session Council Chambers @ 6 p.m. (Public Hearing on Rates & Tentative Budget) June 8, 2026 Water Utility Commission Meeting Hopi Room @ 5 p.m. –Possible Cancellation June 17, 2026 Town Council Regular Session Council Chambers @ 6 p.m. (Budget Adoption) July 1, 2026 Town Council Summer Break July 13, 2026 Water Utility Commission Meeting Hopi Room @ 5 p.m. –Possible Cancellation July 15, 2026 Town Council Summer Break August 5, 2026 Town Council Summer Break August 10, 2026 Water Utility Commission Meeting Hopi Room @ 5 p.m. Colorado River System Reservoir Status Colorado River Basin Snowpack Accumulation Thank You