Goleta Water District public meetings in 2025
28 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Administration Committee
The Goleta Water District Administration Committee will review a reserve analysis recommending reserve targets between $40 million and $50 million to strengthen financial stability and maintain a AA bond rating. Staff will forward any guidance to the full Board for inclusion in the upcoming Five Year Financial Plan.
- Receive District Reserve Analysis report with proposed reserve targets of $40M–$50M for the Five Year Financial Plan
- File 2024 year-end financial reports: unaudited financial report, cash disbursement report, investment report, and contracts executed by the General Manager
- Review past-due accounts receivable report for December 31, 2024
- Accept ACWA JPIA President’s Special Recognition Award for property insurance performance
The Administration Committee reviewed a District Reserve Analysis and recommended that the Board of Directors include a $40M–$50M reserve target in the draft Five Year Financial Plan. The committee also forwarded several financial reports and an award recognition to the Board for filing.
- Recommended $40M–$50M reserve target be included in draft Five Year Financial Plan
- Forwarded ACWA JPIA President’s Special Recognition Award report to Board to receive and file
- Forwarded Dec 31, 2024 Unaudited Financial Report to Board to receive and file
- Forwarded Dec 31, 2024 Cash Disbursements Report to Board to receive and file
- Forwarded Q4 2024 Contracts Executed by General Manager report to Board to receive and file
- Forwarded Dec 31, 2024 Past Due Accounts Receivable Report to Board to receive and file
- Forwarded Dec 31, 2024 Investment Report to Board to receive and file
Administration Committee
The Administration Committee will receive a final report on the District's reserve analysis and a presentation on the 2025-30 expenditure forecast. The body will also consider adopting resolutions regarding fee challenge procedures and rate hearing protest guidelines.
- Final report on District Reserve Analysis with suggested targets of $40M-$50M
- 2025-30 Expenditure Forecast presentation
- Resolution to add Title 4.12 to Goleta Water Code for fee and charge challenge procedures
- Resolution for guidelines on submitting and tabulating protests for rate hearings
- Investment Report as of January 31, 2025
The Administration Committee reviewed financial forecasts and reserve analyses, forwarding several reports to the Board of Directors. Most notably, the committee recommended adopting two resolutions to establish formal procedures for rate protests and administrative challenges to fees.
- Recommended Board adoption of two Resolutions adding Title 4.12 to Goleta Water Code for administrative remedies and rate protest procedures
- Recommended Board receipt and filing of the District Reserve Analysis
- Forwarded 2025-30 Expenditure Forecast report to the Board of Directors for consideration
- Recommended Board receipt and filing of the Miscellaneous Fees & Charges Update
- Recommended Board receipt and filing of the January 31, 2025 Investment Report
Administration Committee
The Goleta Water District Administration Committee will hear a presentation on a Cost of Service and Rate Design Study from Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc., which will guide future water-rate decisions under Proposition 218. The committee will also receive an update on the migration from Microsoft Great Plains to Microsoft Business Central financial software.
- Cost of Service and Rate Design Study presentation by Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc.
- Proposed FY 2026 water-rate adjustments for single-family residential, urban, and other customer classes
- Migration update from Microsoft Great Plains to Microsoft Business Central financial software
- Employee Wellness Program update
- Investment Report for February 28, 2025
The Administration Committee reviewed a Cost of Service and Rate Design Study and directed it be forwarded to the Board of Directors. The Committee also recommended the February 28, 2025, Investment Report be forwarded to the Board for receipt and filing. Updates on software implementation and the employee wellness program were received and filed.
- Directed Cost of Service and Rate Design Study Presentation be forwarded to the Board of Directors
- Directed Investment Report – February 28, 2025 be forwarded to the Board of Directors with recommendation of receipt and filing
- Received and filed Business Central Software Implementation Update
- Received and filed Employee Wellness Program Update
Administration Committee
The Administration Committee will receive and discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget, consider a resolution setting the reserve target at $28.8 million, and review the Government Finance Officers Association award update and April 2025 investment report. All items will be forwarded to the full Board of Directors for consideration.
- Draft Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget presentation and direction to staff
- Resolution 2025-__ setting reserve target at $28.8 million for FY 2025-26
- GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting update for FY 2024
- Filing of Goleta Water District Investment Report as of April 30, 2025
The Administration Committee reviewed the Draft Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget and the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Reserve Policy. Both items, along with the April 2025 Investment Report, were directed to the Board of Directors for final consideration or filing.
- Directed Draft Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget be forwarded to Board of Directors for adoption
- Directed Resolution setting Reserve Target at $28.8 for FY 2025-26 be forwarded to Board for adoption
- Received and filed GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award report
- Directed April 30, 2025 Investment Report be forwarded to Board for receipt and filing
Administration Committee
The Administration Committee will review funding alternatives for infrastructure projects and consider designating the General Manager to seek state financial assistance. The body will also receive updates on software upgrades, physical inventory, and various financial reports through June 30, 2025.
- Funding alternatives for 2025-2030 Infrastructure Improvement Plan
- Proposed resolution to authorize General Manager to seek State Water Resources Control Board assistance
- Customer Relationship Management system upgrade from Version 3 to Version 5
- Fiscal 2025 Year-End Physical Inventory results
- Review of contracts executed by the General Manager from April 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025
The Administration Committee recommended that the Board of Directors adopt a resolution to seek financial assistance from the State Water Resources Control Board. The committee also reviewed several financial and operational reports, including a software upgrade and year-end inventory.
- Recommended Board adoption of resolution to name General Manager as Authorized Representative for State Water Resources Control Board funding
- Received and filed Advanced Utility Systems - CIS Software Upgrade report
- Forwarded Fiscal 2025 Year-End Physical Inventory report to Board for receipt and filing
- Forwarded Unaudited Financial Report - June 30, 2025 to Board for receipt and filing
- Forwarded Cash Disbursement Report - June 30, 2025 to Board for receipt and filing
- Forwarded Contracts Executed by the General Manager - Quarter Ended June 30, 2025 to Board for receipt and filing
- Forwarded Past Due Accounts Receivable Report - June 30, 2025 to Board for receipt and filing
- Forwarded Investment Report - June 30, 2025 to Board for receipt and filing
Administration Committee
The Administration Committee will review an IT support services contract and receive updates on investments and hazard mitigation grants. The body will determine if these items should be forwarded to the Board of Directors for final action.
- Resolution to authorize a contract with Turenchalk Network Services, Inc. for Information Technology support services
- Update on Hazard Mitigation Grant Program and Notices of Interest for 2025-2030 Infrastructure Improvement Plan projects
- Investment update and Investment Report as of July 31, 2025
The Administration Committee recommended that the Board of Directors adopt a resolution to execute a sole-source IT support contract with Turenchalk Network Services. The committee also recommended that the Board receive and file the Investment Update and the July 31, 2025, Investment Report.
- Recommended Board adoption of resolution to contract Turenchalk Network Services for IT support (cap of $200,000)
- Recommended Board receive and file the Investment Update report
- Recommended Board receive and file the July 31, 2025 Investment Report
- Received the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Notice of Interest Update report
Board of Directors
The Goleta Water District Board of Directors will meet on January 14, 2025, to receive the 2023-24 financial reports, adopt the 2025-2030 Infrastructure Improvement Plan, and vote on a contract with InPipe Energy, Inc. for microturbines at up to four facilities. The board will also appoint members to the Goleta Water District Financing Corporation and set 2025 committee assignments.
- Adopt Infrastructure Improvement Plan 2025-2030
- Approve contract with InPipe Energy, Inc. for microturbines at up to four facilities
- Appoint members to Goleta Water District Financing Corporation
- Receive 2023-24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Single Audit Report
- Set 2025 Board of Directors standing committees and agency representatives
The Board approved a five-year infrastructure plan totaling $82,575,000 and authorized a contract for renewable power generation. The Board also established 2025 committee memberships and agency representatives. A notice for a potential increase in Director compensation will be published prior to the February meeting.
- Adopted Infrastructure Improvement Plan 2025-2030 (5-0)
- Approved contract with InPipe Energy, Inc. for microturbines not to exceed $765,573 (5-0)
- Established 2025 Board standing committee memberships and schedules (5-0)
- Designated 2025 Board representatives to other agencies (5-0)
- Appointed membership of the Financing Corporation Board of Directors (5-0)
- Elected officers for the Goleta Water District Financing Corporation (5-0)
- Approved December 10, 2024 meeting minutes and November 30, 2024 investment report (5-0)
- Directed publication of notice regarding proposed Director compensation increase
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors will discuss directing a consultant to include potential reserve targets between $40M and $50M in the draft Five Year Financial Plan. This follows a risk-based analysis to support long-term fiscal sustainability and a potential AA bond rating. The current FY 2024-25 reserve target is $25.2M.
- Proposed reserve target increase to $40M-$50M
- Resolution to update New Water Supply Charge and amend District Code Appendix A
- Contract with Siemens Industry Inc. for electrical panel replacement at Garrett Van Horne Booster Pump Station
- Contract with Filanc for flocculation basin repairs and catwalk installation at Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant
- Ordinance establishing Director Compensation
The Board approved incorporating a higher reserve target into the Five Year Financial Plan to improve bond ratings and financial stability. Other actions included updating new water supply charges, approving infrastructure repair contracts, and increasing director compensation.
- Directed consultant to include $40M-$50M reserve targets in draft Five Year Financial Plan (5-0)
- Updated New Water Supply Charges: Potable $64,717, Non-potable $57,425, Recycled $24,345 (5-0)
- Approved contract with Siemens Industry, Inc. for electrical panel replacement not to exceed $164,412 (5-0)
- Approved contract with Filanc for flocculation basin repairs not to exceed $427,084.90 (5-0)
- Established Director Compensation at $278 per day (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Received and filed USGS Groundwater Level Measurements Update
- Received and filed Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention Program Update
Board of Directors
The Goleta Water District Board of Directors will review a reserve analysis report, adopt resolutions for fee-challenge procedures under Prop 218, and vote on contracts for tank replacement and well site preparation. The board will also receive updates on sustainability, water quality, and regional water authority activities.
- Adopt reserve policy with $40M–$50M target range based on GFOA analysis
- Approve $10M contract with Filanc to replace San Ricardo Well steel tank
- Approve $1.2M contract with The J.F. Will Company to prepare S.B. Corp Well site
- Adopt Prop 218 fee-challenge resolution and protest guidelines
- File 2023–24 Sustainability Plan Progress Report
The Board directed staff to use 'Option 2b' for the upcoming Cost of Service Study to determine water rates. Two resolutions were adopted to establish administrative procedures for fee challenges and protest tabulations. The Board also approved contracts for well site demolition and tank replacement.
- Approved using rate model Option 2b for Cost of Service Study (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-10 adding administrative remedies for fee challenges (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-11 for rate hearing protest guidelines (5-0)
- Approved contract with Filanc for San Ricardo Well tank replacement not to exceed $535,925 (5-0)
- Approved contract with The J.F. Will Company, Inc. for S.B. Corp Well site preparation not to exceed $118,451 (5-0)
- Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes and consent agenda (5-0)
- Received and filed District Reserve Analysis, Sustainability Plan, and Public Health Goals reports
Board of Directors
The Goleta Water District Board of Directors will discuss the construction of a replacement groundwater production well and approve several as-needed inspection and survey contracts. The Board is also reviewing the 2024 Consumer Confidence Report and employment vacancy reports.
- Contracts with Zim Industries, Inc. (Bakersfield Well & Pump Company) and GSI Water Solutions, Inc. for a new groundwater production well at the S.B. Corp site
- Four three-year as-needed inspection and survey contracts with NV5, Inc., John Ornelas Construction Inspector, Filippin Engineering, Inc., and DCME, Inc.
- Updated Utility Agreement with the City of Goleta for road improvements on Ekwill Street, Fowler Road, and Hollister Avenue
- Approval of the 2024 Consumer Confidence Report
- AB 2561 report on employment vacancies, recruitment, and retention strategies
The Board authorized contracts for a new replacement groundwater well and as-needed inspection services. It also approved the 2024 Consumer Confidence Report and an updated utility agreement with the City of Goleta.
- Approved contract with Zim Industries, Inc. for new well construction not to exceed $3,080,620 (5-0)
- Approved contract with GSI Water Solutions, Inc. for well oversight not to exceed $213,074 (5-0)
- Approved four 3-year as-needed inspection/survey contracts totaling $1,000,000 (5-0)
- Approved 2024 Consumer Confidence Report and distribution (5-0)
- Approved updated utility agreement with City of Goleta for Ekwill-Fowler-Hollister road improvements (5-0)
- Received and filed AB 2561 Local Public Employees Vacant Positions Report
- Approved annual chemical supplier contracts via Consent Agenda (5-0)
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance enacting new rates and charges. The body will also review and vote on the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and reserve policy.
- Public hearing and potential adoption of new rates effective July 1, 2025
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 Reserve Target of $28.8 million
- Three-year security services contract with Mission Security & Patrol
- Ratification of the Cachuma Conservation Release Board 2025-26 Fiscal Year Budget
The Board adopted an ordinance to enact new water rates and a budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The new rate structure includes a 7% average increase across customer classes, with subsequent annual increases capped at 3.5%. The Board also established a $28.8 million reserve target for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Approved new water rates effective July 1, 2025 (5-0)
- Adopted FY 2025-26 Budget with $68.1M expected revenue and $59.3M planned expenditures (5-0)
- Set FY 2025-26 reserve target at $28.8 million (5-0)
- Approved publication and distribution of 2025 Spring-Summer Newsletter (5-0)
- Ratified Cachuma Conservation Release Board FY 2025-26 Budget (5-0)
- Approved three-year security services contract with Mission Security & Patrol not to exceed $395,000 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including annual Wright Report and committee reports (5-0)
Board of Directors
The Goleta Water District Board of Directors will discuss several engineering projects, including well upgrades and SCADA system improvements. The Board is also considering a resolution to authorize the General Manager to seek financial assistance from the State Water Resources Control Board.
- Contract with The J.F. Will Company, Inc. for Hope Well pump and treatment upgrades
- Fixed-price contract amendment with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for SCADA Upgrade Project Phase 3
- Contract with Tierra Contracting, Inc. for organic material removal at Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant
- Resolution to establish General Manager as Authorized Representative for State Water Resources Control Board funding
- Closed session regarding Central Coast Water Authority, et al. v. Santa Barbara County Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The Board authorized the General Manager to seek financial assistance from the State Water Resources Control Board for nine specific projects. The Board also approved contracts for well upgrades, SCADA system installation, and organic material hauling.
- Authorized General Manager to seek State Water Resources Control Board funding (4-0)
- Approved $4.36M contract with J.F. Will Company for Hope Well pump and treatment upgrades (4-0)
- Approved $4.83M contract amendment with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for SCADA Phase 3 installation (4-0)
- Approved $189,750 contract with Tierra Contracting, Inc. for organic material hauling (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including June 30, 2025 financial reports (4-0)
Public Information Committee
The Public Information Committee will review a quarterly report on customer water quality complaints and inquiries. The committee will also receive updates on the District's public outreach, social media, and Customer Class Scorecard programs.
- Quarterly report of 16 water quality complaints and 10 inquiries from Oct 1 to Dec 31, 2024
- Review of the February 2025 billing statement message
- Update on the Customer Class Scorecard Program for high-volume water users
- Report on general and programmatic outreach, including the District Newsletter and WaterSmart portal
- Update on social media activity across Facebook, X, and YouTube
The Committee received and filed reports on water quality complaints, district outreach, the customer scorecard program, social media, and website updates. The only formal action taken was the approval of the February 2025 billing statement messages.
- Approved February 2025 billing statement messages
- Received and filed Customer Water Quality Complaints and Inquiries report
- Received and filed Overview of District Outreach report
- Received and filed Customer Scorecard Program Updates report
- Received and filed Social Media Program Update report
- Received and filed Monthly Website and Social Media Update report
Public Information Committee
The Committee is receiving updates on public outreach for the 2025 Sustainability Plan, the Earth Day Festival, and spring irrigation efforts. Members will provide direction on website updates and the March 2025 billing statement message.
- Sustainability Plan outreach including infographics and a featured website article
- Earth Day Festival 2025 booth concepts for the April 26-27 event at Alameda Park
- Spring 2025 irrigation outreach focusing on leak detection and controller settings
- Review of the March 2025 monthly billing statement message
- Updates on website and social media activities
The Committee received and filed reports on sustainability outreach, the 2025 Earth Day Festival, spring irrigation outreach, and website/social media updates. The Committee approved the billing statement messages for the March 2025 cycle.
- Approved March 2025 billing statement messages
- Received and filed Sustainability Plan Outreach 2025 report
- Received and filed Earth Day Festival 2025 report
- Received and filed Irrigation Outreach – Spring 2025 report
- Received and filed Monthly Website and Social Media Update report
Public Information Committee
The Public Information Committee is reviewing communication strategies for proposed water rate adjustments and planning for the 2025 Earth Day Festival. The body is also receiving updates on website analytics and social media activity.
- Proposed water rates outreach including infographics, FAQs, and regional rate comparisons
- Participation in Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival 2025 with a District cost of up to $299 for a 'Waterology' presentation
- Review of the proposed April 2025 billing statement message
- Website updates including RFPs for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and motor control centers
- February 2025 website analytics reporting 5,576 sessions and 24,750 page views
The Committee approved the billing statement messages for the April 2025 cycle. Members discussed refining rate outreach messaging to be more relatable and empathetic to customers. The Committee also received reports on the 2025 Earth Day Festival and website traffic.
- Approved billing statement messages for April 2025 cycle
- Received and filed Sustainability Plan Outreach 2025 report
- Received and filed Earth Day Festival 2025 report
- Received and filed Monthly Website and Social Media Update report
Public Information Committee
The Goleta Water District Public Information Committee will hear a quarterly report on customer water-quality complaints and a draft 2024 Consumer Confidence Report. The committee may provide direction to staff and forward the report to the full board for approval.
- Quarterly report on 9 water-quality complaints Jan–Mar 2025
- Draft 2024 Consumer Confidence Report reviewed and may be forwarded to board
- Proposed 2025 Spring-Summer newsletter theme and content
- May 2025 billing-statement message reviewed
- Website and social-media updates presented
The Public Information Committee reviewed several departmental reports and approved the monthly billing statement message. The committee also directed that the 2024 Consumer Confidence Report be forwarded to the Board of Directors with a recommendation for approval.
- Recommended 2024 Consumer Confidence Report for Board of Directors approval
- Approved monthly billing statement message
- Received and filed Customer Water Quality Complaints and Inquiries report
- Received and filed 2025 Spring-Summer Newsletter report
- Received and filed Monthly Website and Social Media Updates report
Public Information Committee
The Public Information Committee of the Goleta Water District will meet to review and direct staff on the 2025 Spring-Summer Newsletter, Earth Day 2025 participation, move-in/move-out customer outreach, website/social media updates, and the June 2025 billing statement message. All items are informational or procedural with no formal decisions required.
- Review 2025 Spring-Summer Newsletter and provide direction to staff
- Receive Earth Day 2025 Festival participation update
- Review proposed move-in/move-out customer outreach plan
- Receive website and social media activity update
- Consider June 2025 billing statement message
The Public Information Committee approved the monthly billing statement message and recommended the 2025 Spring-Summer Newsletter for Board approval. The committee also received and filed reports on Earth Day 2025, move-in/move-out customer outreach, and website and social media updates.
- Recommended 2025 Spring-Summer Newsletter for Board approval
- Approved monthly billing statement message
- Received and filed Earth Day 2025 Update report
- Received and filed Customer Outreach - Move-in/Move-out report
- Received and filed Monthly Website and Social Media Updates report
Public Information Committee
The Public Information Committee will receive reports on customer water quality complaints and the readability of district outreach materials. The body will also review social media activities and a proposed message for August 2025 billing statements.
- Quarterly report on customer water quality complaints and inquiries
- Readability analysis of public outreach materials
- Social Media Program update
- Proposed billing statement message for August 2025
The Committee approved the monthly billing statement message. It also received and filed reports regarding water quality complaints, outreach material readability, social media programs, and website updates.
- Approved monthly billing statement message
- Received and filed Customer Water Quality Complaints and Inquiries report
- Received and filed Readability Analysis of District Outreach Materials report
- Received and filed Social Media Program Update report
- Received and filed Monthly Website and Social Media Updates report
Public Information Committee
The Public Information Committee will review and provide direction on public outreach materials for a replacement well drilling project and a flushing program. The body will also discuss materials for the 2025 Goleta Lemon Festival and a September 2025 billing statement message.
- Public outreach for new replacement well drilling project
- Public outreach and noticing for the Flushing Program
- Proposed materials for the 2025 Goleta Lemon Festival booth
- Proposed billing statement message for the September 2025 billing cycle
- Website and social media activity updates
The Public Information Committee approved the monthly billing statement message and directed staff to print and distribute materials for the Fire Hydrant Flushing Program. The Committee also received and filed reports regarding well drilling outreach, the Goleta Lemon Festival, and website analytics.
- Approved monthly billing statement message
- Directed staff to print and distribute Flushing Program Public Outreach and Noticing materials
- Received and filed Well Drilling Public Outreach report
- Received and filed Goleta Lemon Festival 2025 report
- Received and filed Monthly Website and Social Media Updates report
Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee
The Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee will review groundwater and production updates. The body is considering contracts for electrical panel replacement and water treatment basin repairs.
- Contract with Siemens Industry Inc. for electrical panel replacement at Garrett Van Horne Booster Pump Station
- Contract with Filanc for baffle repairs and catwalk installation at Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant
- Quarterly Operations and Capital Project Delivery Report for FY 2024-25 second quarter
- USGS groundwater level measurements update for Goleta Groundwater Basin
- Report on 16 water quality complaints and 10 inquiries from Oct-Dec 2024
The Committee reviewed groundwater levels, water production, and allocation reports. It recommended that the Board of Directors approve contracts for an electrical panel replacement at the Garrett Van Horne Booster Pump Station and basin repairs at the Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant.
- Received and filed USGS Groundwater Level Measurements Update
- Received and filed Monthly Water Production Update
- Received and filed Monthly Water Allocations Report
- Forwarded Quarterly Operations and Capital Projects Delivery Report to Board Consent Agenda
- Recommended Board adoption of contract with Siemens Industry Inc. for Garrett Van Horne electrical panel replacement
- Recommended Board adoption of contract with Filanc for Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant basin repairs and catwalk installation
Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee
The Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee will review the 2023-24 Sustainability Plan and 2025 Public Health Goals report. The body is also considering contracts for infrastructure demolition and replacement at two well sites.
- Contract with Filanc to demolish and replace a steel water storage tank at San Ricardo Well
- Contract with The J.F. Will Company, Inc. for demolition and site preparation at S.B. Corp Well
- 2023-2024 Sustainability Plan Progress Report
- 2025 Report on District Water Quality Relative to Public Health Goals
- Monthly updates on water production and potable water allocations
The Committee recommended that the Board of Directors approve contracts for a water storage tank replacement at San Ricardo Well and site preparation for a new groundwater production well at the S.B. Corp site. The Committee also reviewed sustainability, public health, and water production reports.
- Recommended Board adoption of contract with Filanc to replace steel water storage tank at San Ricardo Well
- Recommended Board adoption of contract with J.F. Will Company, Inc. for S.B. Corp Well site demolition and preparation
- Recommended Board receipt and filing of 2023-2024 Sustainability Plan Progress Report
- Recommended Board receipt and filing of 2025 Public Health Goals Report
- Received and filed Monthly Water Production Update
- Received and filed Monthly Water Allocation Report
Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee
The Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee is reviewing contracts for equipment replacements and receiving water production and allocation updates. The body is considering a resolution to authorize a contract for a new motor control center and a contract for a deep anode well replacement.
- Proposed contract with Royal Power Solutions Group for $137,583 to furnish and commission Motor Control Center #3 at Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant
- Proposed contract with Farwest Corrosion Control Company for a new deep anode well on Modoc Road
- Monthly water production update
- Monthly water allocations report and forecasted demand for new potable water allocations
The Committee recommended that the Board of Directors approve contracts for a new motor control center and a deep anode well. The Committee also reviewed monthly water production and allocation reports.
- Recommended Board approval of contract with Royal Power Solutions Group for Motor Control Center #3 at Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant
- Recommended Board approval of contract with Farwest Corrosion Control Company for a new deep anode well on Modoc Road
- Received and filed the Monthly Water Production Update
- Received and filed the Monthly Water Allocations Report
Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee
The Goleta Water District’s Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee will receive quarterly reports on operations and capital projects, and consider contracts for a new groundwater production well and ongoing inspection services. The committee also reviews water supply updates and a federal crop report summary.
- New groundwater production well contract with Zim Industries, Inc. (Bakersfield Well & Pump Company) at S.B. Corp well site
- Oversight contract with GSI Water Solutions, Inc. for groundwater well technical services
- Four three-year contracts for as-needed inspection and survey services with NV5, Inc., John Ornelas Construction Inspector, Filippin Engineering, Inc., and DCME, Inc.
- Quarterly Operations and Capital Project Delivery Report for Q3 FY 2024-25
- United States Bureau of Reclamation 2024 Crop Report Summary
The Committee recommended that the Board of Directors approve contracts for a replacement groundwater production well and four as-needed inspection and survey service contracts. The Committee also received and filed reports on quarterly operations, crop summaries, and water production and allocations.
- Recommended Board adoption of contracts with Zim Industries, Inc. and GSI Water Solutions, Inc. for a new groundwater production well
- Recommended Board adoption of four three-year contracts with NV5, Inc., John Ornelas Construction Inspector, Filippin Engineering, Inc., and DCME, Inc. for inspection and survey services
- Received and filed the Quarterly Operations and Capital Project Delivery Report
- Received and filed the United States Bureau of Reclamation 2024 Crop Report Summary
- Received and filed the Monthly Water Production Update - March 2025
- Received and filed the March 2025 Water Allocations Report
Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee
The Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee will review several infrastructure contracts and operational reports. The body is discussing upgrades to the Hope Well and the removal of organic material from the Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant.
- Contract with The J.F. Will Company, Inc. for Hope Well pump and treatment system upgrades
- Contract with Tierra Contracting, Inc. to haul organic material from solids drying bed No. 1 at Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant
- Contract amendment with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for Phase 3 of the SCADA Upgrade Project
- Quarterly Operations and Capital Project Delivery Report for FY 2024-25 fourth quarter
- June 2025 water production and May/June 2025 water allocations reports
The Committee reviewed several operational reports and recommended that the Board of Directors adopt resolutions to execute contracts for well upgrades, organic material hauling, and SCADA system upgrades.
- Recommended Board adoption of contract with The J.F. Will Company, Inc. for Hope Well pump and treatment upgrades
- Recommended Board adoption of contract with Tierra Contracting, Inc. for organic material hauling from Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant
- Recommended Board adoption of contract amendment with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for Phase 3 SCADA upgrades ($4,825,000)
- Received and filed the Quarterly Operations and Capital Project Delivery Report
- Received and filed the Monthly Water Production Update - June 2025
- Received and filed the May and June 2025 Water Allocations Report
Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee
The Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee will receive updates on water conservation rebate programs and the Santa Barbara County 2025-2026 Cloud Seeding Program. The committee will also review July 2025 water production and potable water allocation reports.
- Water conservation rebate programs update
- Santa Barbara County 2025-2026 Cloud Seeding Program update
- July 2025 water production update
- July 2025 potable water allocations and forecasted demand report
The Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee received and filed four departmental reports. No new policies were adopted or contracts approved during the meeting.
- Received and filed Water Conservation Rebate Program Update report
- Received and filed Santa Barbara County Cloud Seeding Program report
- Received and filed Monthly Water Production Update - July 2025 report
- Received and filed July 2025 Water Allocation Report
Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee
The Water Management & Long Range Planning Committee will discuss water production and groundwater levels. The body is considering resolutions to ratify the FY 2025-26 Cachuma Conservation Release Board budget and a three-year security services contract.
- Three-year security services contract with Mission Security & Patrol
- Ratification of Cachuma Conservation Release Board FY 2025-26 Budget
- Review of 2025 Annual Wright Report
- USGS groundwater level measurements update
- April 2025 water production and allocations reports
The Committee reviewed groundwater levels and water production reports. It recommended that the Board of Directors adopt a three-year security contract and ratify the CCRB FY 2025-26 budget.
- Recommended Board adoption of a three-year security services contract with Mission Security & Patrol
- Recommended Board adoption of a Resolution ratifying the Cachuma Conservation Release Board 2025-26 Fiscal Year Budget
- Recommended Board serve the Annual Wright Report in compliance with the Wright Judgment
- Received and filed the Monthly Water Production Update - April 2025 report
- Received and filed the April 2025 Water Allocations Report
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors will receive a presentation from Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. regarding a study on the District's cost of service and proposed new rates. The Board may adopt a resolution to initiate a public hearing process for these rate adjustments.
- Presentation by Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. on Cost of Service and Rate Design Study
- Proposed resolution to hold a public hearing regarding rate adjustments
- Proposed five-year water rate schedule for Fiscal Years Ending 2026 through 2030
The Board adopted Resolution 2025-16 to initiate a public hearing process for proposed water rate adjustments. The plan includes a 7.0% increase on July 1, 2025, followed by annual 3.5% caps from 2026 through 2029. These changes aim to fund infrastructure improvements and reach a $50 million reserve target by the end of FY 2027/28.
- Approved Resolution 2025-16 to set a public hearing for proposed rate adjustments (4-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for June 10, 2025, at 5:30 pm
- Directed staff to mail written notices to record owners at least 45 days before the hearing
Board of Directors
The Goleta Water District Board will hear a presentation on a cost-of-service and rate design study, which may lead to future water rate adjustments. The board will also consider adopting resolutions for two infrastructure contracts: replacing a deep anode bed on Modoc Road and installing a new motor control center at the Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant.
- Adopt resolutions for contracts with Farwest Corrosion Control Company ($148,121) for Modoc Road deep anode bed replacement and Royal Power Solutions Group for Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant Motor Control Center #3
- Receive presentation on Cost of Service and Rate Design Study for future rate adjustments
- Approve minutes of March 11, 2025 meeting
- Receive reports from Cachuma Operation & Maintenance Board, Cachuma Conservancy Release Board, Central Coast Water Authority, Goleta Sanitary District, and Santa Barbara County Special Districts Association
The Board of Directors approved a rate proposal developed by Raftelis consultants. Additionally, the Board authorized two infrastructure contracts for equipment replacement and installation. The consent agenda, including previous meeting minutes and committee reports, was also approved.
- Directed Raftelis to proceed with the rate proposal (5-0)
- Approved contract with Farwest Corrosion Control Company for Modoc deep anode well not to exceed $162,933.00 (5-0)
- Approved contract with Royal Power Solutions Group for Motor Control Center #3 at Corona Del Mar Water Treatment Plant not to exceed $137,583 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including March 11, 2025 minutes and committee reports (5-0)