Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans public meetings in 2022

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider several resolutions regarding the 2023 operating and capital budgets, as well as a holiday schedule. The meeting also includes updates on smart meters and various contract amendments for water and sewer infrastructure.

• Adoption of 2023 Operating Budget (R-182-2022) and Capital Budget (R-183-2022)
• Contract award to Hard Rock Construction, LLC for Carrollton Basin Sewer Rehabilitation No. 4
• Ratification of change order for 43” water main replacement on Leonidas St and Fig St
• Amendment to Black and Veatch Corporation for East Bank Wastewater Treatment Plant sludge dryer project
• Ratification of change order for transmission main replacement at Grape St, Eden St, and South Dupre St

The Board of Directors approved the 2023 operating and capital budgets, along with a blanket spending resolution. The board also approved several contract amendments, change orders, and the 2023 board and holiday schedule.

• Approved 2023 Operating Budget Resolution R-182-2022
• Approved 2023 Capital Budget Resolution R-183-2022
• Approved 2023 Budget Blanket Spending Resolution R-186-2022
• Approved 2023 Board/Committee and Holiday Schedule R-184-2022
• Approved application to LA Dept of EQ R-185-2022
• Deferred award of professional design firms R-149-2022
• Approved a series of corresponding resolutions including contract awards and change orders
• Approved Special Counsel Recommendations in executive session

Infrastructure Advisory Board

The board will receive updates on the City of New Orleans Fair Share Agreement and the American Rescue Plans Act funding spending plan. Members will also hear updates regarding the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans and the Drainage Consolidation Working Group.

• American Rescue Plans Act Funding Spending Plan presentation
• Fair Share Agreement Update from the City of New Orleans
• Drainage Consolidation Working Group Update
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule

The Board approved its 2023 meeting schedule, the quarterly report, and the September 22, 2022 minutes. Members received financial updates on Fair Share Agreement revenues and ARPA funding allocations for catch basin cleaning and substation work.

• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Quarterly Report (unanimous)
• Approved September 22, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Customer Advisory Committee

The Customer Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the proposed 2023 budget and priorities from CFO Grey Lewis. The meeting also includes general updates and a review of 2022 activities.

• Presentation on 2023 Proposed Budget/Priorities
• 2022 Year in Review presentation

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review the 2023 operating and capital budgets and a blanket spending resolution. The body is also deciding on various contract awards, change orders, and professional service amendments for water and sewer infrastructure.

• 2023 Operating Budget Resolution (R-182-2022)
• 2023 Capital Budget Resolution (R-183-2022)
• Contract award to Hard Rock Construction, LLC for Carrollton Basin Sewer Rehabilitation No. 4 (R-157-2022)
• Change order for water main replacement on Leonidas St and Fig St with Wallace C. Drennan, Inc. (R-145-2022)
• Change order for transmission main replacement at Grape St/Eden St/South Dupre St with BLD Services, LLC (R-159-2022)

The Finance and Administration Committee approved the 2023 Operating and Capital Budgets, including a $517m recommended Capital Budget project list. The committee also approved several contract awards, change orders, and professional service amendments.

• Approved 2023 Operating Budget Resolution (R-182-2022)
• Approved 2023 Capital Budget Resolution (R-183-2022)
• Approved 2023 Budget Blanket Spending Resolution (R-186-2022)
• Approved application to LA Dept of EQ (R-185-2022)
• Approved contract for Carrollton Basin Sewer Rehabilitation No. 4 with Hard Rock Construction, LLC (R-157-2022)
• Approved list of firms for Professional Design and Related Services (R-149-2022)
• Approved six contract change orders including water main replacements and sludge dryer installation
• Approved nine contract amendments for design, engineering, and valve operations services

Evaluation Selection Committee-Independent Financial Auditing Services

The Evaluation Selection Committee will discuss, evaluate, and rate responses to a request for proposal. The committee will also announce respondent rankings and provide a recommendation.

• Solicitation # 2022-SWB-75: Independent Financial Auditing Services

Evaluation Selection Committee-Financial Software and Services

The Evaluation Selection Committee will meet to discuss, evaluate, and rate proposal responses for Financial Software and Services (Solicitation # 2022-SWB-08), announce rankings, and make a recommendation. Public comment will be accepted.

• Evaluation of proposals for Financial Software and Services (Solicitation # 2022-SWB-08)
• Announcement of respondents' rankings
• Opportunity for public comment

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will meet to receive a presentation on the 2023 draft budget from CFO E. Grey Lewis.

• Presentation of the 2023 Draft Budget

The CFO presented the recommended FY23 Operating and Capital Budgets, including debt service. The presentation outlined projected revenues and expenses to ensure a legally balanced budget for adoption by the Board of Directors by December 31.

• Presented FY23 Operating Revenues of $277m
• Presented FY23 Tax Revenues of $68m
• Presented FY23 Operating Expenses of $379m

Special Board of Directors

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans is holding a special meeting to address a single action item. The board will consider a resolution regarding the issuance of drainage system bonds.

• Resolution (R-169-2022): Authorization of The Issuance of Drainage System Limited Tax Bonds, Series 2022

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans met for a special session to address one action item. The Board approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of drainage system bonds.

• Approved Resolution R-169-2022 for the issuance of Drainage System Limited Tax Bonds, Series 2022 (carried)

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will discuss a rate study and affordability program. The body is deciding on authorizations for community hearings regarding rates and financial needs, as well as several contract awards and renewals for utility infrastructure.

• Resolution (R-155-2022) to seek customer input via community hearings on rates and assistance programs
• Contract award for bill print and mail outsourcing (R-138-2022)
• Contract award to M.R. Pitman Group, LLC for Carrollton Water Purification Plant Utility Rack (R-127-2022)
• Contract renewal with Boh Bros Construction Co, LLC for water main and hydrant replacement (R-128-2022)
• Amendments for design and engineering services for the Waterline Replacement Program (R-123-2022, R-124-2022, R-125-2022, R-126-2022)

The Board approved a resolution to seek customer input via community hearings regarding rates and financial needs. Several contract awards, renewals, and amendments were approved, and the Board adopted the October reports for the Pension and Operations committees.

• Approved Resolution R-155-2022 to hold community hearings on rates and customer assistance
• Approved bill print and mail outsourcing contract with Envelopes and Forms, Inc. dba SureBill (R-138-2022)
• Approved professional services renewal with Avenu Insights and Analytics (R-139-2022)
• Approved maintenance agreement amendment with Cogsdale Corporation (R-154-2022)
• Approved 2022 Holiday Schedule (R-156-2022)
• Approved contract awards/renewals for Lard Oil, CMG Pipeline, M.R. Pitman Group, and Boh Bros Construction Co, LLC
• Approved contract amendments for Volkert, Inc, Design Engineering, Inc., Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc., Mott MacDonald, LLC, and MWH Americas, Inc
• Approved final acceptance of South Shore Basin sewer rehabilitation contracts with Grady Crawford Construction Co., Inc. and BLD Services, LLC

Evaluation Selection Committee-Professional Engineering Design and Related

The Evaluation Selection Committee will discuss and rate firms that responded to a Request for Qualifications. The committee will then announce the rankings of these respondents.

• Evaluation and rating of firms for Professional Engineering Design and Related Services
• Announcement of respondents' rankings

Board of Trustees

The Sewerage & Water Board Board of Trustees will vote on two resolutions to reallocate real estate index funds and shift US equities and fixed income funds among index funds, following the Investment Policy Statement. A supplemental performance report from Marquette Associates will be presented for information. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Resolution R-152-2022: reallocate real estate index funds and shift from core fixed income to global infrastructure fund
• Resolution R-153-2022: reallocate US equities and fixed income to Large Cap, Mid Cap, and Small Cap index funds
• September 2022 Supplemental Performance Report from Marquette Associates

Pension Committee

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Pension Committee will review September 2022 market performance and an asset allocation transition plan. The committee is deciding on two resolutions to reallocate funds across real estate, fixed income, infrastructure, and US equities.

• Resolution R-152-2022: Reallocate real estate index funds and move core fixed income funds to a global infrastructure fund
• Resolution R-153-2022: Reallocate US equities and fixed income funds to Large Cap, Mid Cap, and Small Cap index funds
• Executive Session to assess a Disability Retirement Allowance Application

The Pension Committee approved two resolutions to reallocate real estate, fixed income, and equity funds. The committee also approved special counsel recommendations following an executive session.

• Approved Resolution R-152-2022 to reallocate real estate index funds and move core fixed income funds to a global infrastructure fund
• Approved Resolution R-153-2022 to reallocate US equities and fixed income funds to Large Cap, Mid Cap, and Small Cap index funds
• Approved Special Counsel Recommendations in executive session

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will receive a presentation on an alternative meter reading strategy and discuss an OIG audit of JIRR coordination, a People Plan update, and a strategic plan dashboard review. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion or presentation only.

• Presentation: Alternative Meter Reading Strategy by Chief Customer Service Officer Rene Gonzalez
• Discussion: OIG Audit of JIRR Coordination led by Executive Director Ghassan Korban
• Discussion: People Plan Update by Chief of Staff Christy Harowski
• Discussion: Strategic Plan Implementation Dashboard Review by Director of Strategic Planning Tyler Antrup

The committee received updates on a rotating meter reading strategy to reduce estimated bills and the development of a workforce structure RFP. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Customer Advisory Committee

The Customer Advisory Committee will receive a presentation regarding a financial plan and a proposal for customer affordability. The presentation is to be conducted by Black and Veatch.

• Presentation on Financial Plan and Customer Affordability Proposal by Black and Veatch

Evaluation Selection Committee-Executive Search Firm

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to discuss and rate firms responding to Request for Proposal 2022-SWB-41. The committee will rank the respondents and provide a recommendation for an executive search firm.

• Evaluation and rating of firms for Request for Proposal Executive Search Firm - 2022-SWB-41
• Announcement of respondents' rankings
• Evaluation Selection Committee's recommendation

Evaluation Selection Committee-Executive Search Firm

This meeting of the Sewerage & Water Board's Evaluation Selection Committee to discuss, evaluate, and rank proposals for an executive search firm (RFP 2022-SWB-41) has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled; no action taken

Evaluation Selection Committee-Financial Software and Services

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate responses to Solicitation # 2022-SWB-08. The body will rank respondents and make a recommendation regarding financial software and services.

• Evaluation and rating of proposal responses for Solicitation # 2022-SWB-08 (Financial Software and Services)

Historical Study Commission

The commission is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will also discuss the working group's purpose, mission, and future meeting schedule.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of Working Group purpose and mission
• Determination of meeting schedule

Infrastructure Advisory Board

The Infrastructure Advisory Board will meet to approve its quarterly report and hear presentations on the Fair Share Agreement update, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding spending plan, a Sewerage & Water Board update, and a Drainage Consolidation Working Group update. Public comment will be taken. No votes on specific projects or contracts are scheduled.

• Fair Share Agreement update from City of New Orleans
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding spending plan presentation
• Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans update
• Drainage Consolidation Working Group update

The Infrastructure Advisory Board passed a resolution requesting the mayor and City Council replenish the Infrastructure Maintenance Fund. The board also voted to publish a progress report on critical projects. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved resolution requesting mayor and City Council replenish Infrastructure Maintenance Fund (Passed; Tingle abstained)
• Approved publication of IAB progress report to the community (Passed unanimously)

Board of Directors

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans is meeting to decide on drainage system limited tax bonds and the 2023 drainage millage rates. The board will also consider amendments to the 2022 capital budget and various contract awards and change orders for infrastructure projects.

• Resolution R-135-2022: Preliminary authorization for Drainage System Limited Tax Bonds
• Resolution R-118-2022: Request to set 2023 Sewerage and Water Board Drainage Millage Rates
• Resolution R-136-2022: Amendment of 2022 Capital Budget and Revision of 2022-2031 Capital Program
• Resolution R-107-2022: Contract award to Walter J. Barnes Electric Co, Inc. for West Power Complex auxiliary power system
• Resolution R-113-2022: Contract award to BLD Services, LLC for Carrollton Basin No. 6 Sewer Rehabilitation

The Board approved several resolutions regarding the 2022 capital budget, drainage tax bonds, and 2023 millage rates. The Board also approved a series of corresponding resolutions for various infrastructure contracts and change orders. Additionally, the Board adopted the September Finance and Administration and August Strategy committee reports.

• Approved August 17, 2022, Board Meeting minutes
• Adopted September Finance and Administration Committee reports
• Adopted August Strategy Committee reports
• Approved R-137-2022: Authorization for CEA with New Orleans Community Support Foundation
• Approved R-135-2022: Preliminary authorization for Drainage System Limited Tax Bonds
• Approved R-136-2022: Amendment of 2022 Capital Budget and Revision of 2022-2031 Capital
• Approved R-118-2022: Request to set 2023 Drainage Millage Rates
• Approved corresponding resolutions (R-132, R-107, R-113, R-103, R-106, R-108, R-109, R-112, R-111, R-121) in globo

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review a financial summary update and consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure projects. Key items include authorizing drainage system limited tax bonds and setting 2023 drainage millage rates.

• Resolution R-135-2022: Preliminary authorization for Drainage System Limited Tax Bonds
• Resolution R-118-2022: Request to set 2023 Sewerage and Water Board Drainage Millage Rates
• Contract award for auxiliary power system at West Power Complex to Walter J. Barnes Electric Co, Inc.
• Contract award for Carrollton Basin No. 6 sewer rehabilitation to BLD Services, LLC
• Resolution R-132-2022: Award for multiple catering vendors for emergency food services

The Finance and Administration Committee approved an amended FY22 capital budget and resolutions for drainage system limited tax bonds. The board also authorized several contract awards, change orders, and the 2023 drainage millage rates.

• Approved Preliminary Resolution Authorizing Drainage System Limited Tax Bonds (R-135-2022)
• Approved Amendment of 2022 Capital Budget and Revision of 2022-2031 Capital Program (R-136-2022)
• Approved request to set 2023 Drainage Millage Rates (R-118-2022)
• Approved authorization for multiple catering vendors for emergency food services (R-132-2022)
• Approved contracts for West Power Complex auxiliary power (Walter J. Barnes Electric Co, Inc.) and Carrollton Basin No. 6 sewer rehabilitation (BLD Services, LLC)
• Ratified five contract change orders for sludge dryer installation, pumping station rehabilitation, and water hammer mitigation
• Approved final acceptance for South Shore Basin sewer rehabilitation and various water point repairs

Evaluation Selection Committee-Legal Services for Debt Collections

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to discuss, evaluate, and rank proposals for professional legal services for debt collections under RFP #2022-SWB-13. The committee will announce rankings and make a recommendation after public comment.

• Discussion and rating of proposal responses for legal services for debt collections
• Announcement of respondents' rankings
• Opportunity for public comment
• Committee's recommendation on selected legal services provider

Evaluation Selection Committee-Emergency Food Services Declared Disaster

The Evaluation Selection Committee will meet to discuss, evaluate, and rate proposal responses for Solicitation #2022-SWB-29. The committee will also announce respondent rankings and provide a recommendation regarding emergency food services during declared disasters.

• Evaluation of proposals for Emergency Food Services (Solicitation # 2022 -SWB-29)

Customer Advisory Committee

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans Customer Advisory Committee is meeting to conduct a site visit of a drainage pump station.

• Drainage Pump Station site visit

Board of Directors

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans is meeting to approve several infrastructure contracts and change orders. The board will also consider appointments to a governance task force and an application to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality.

• Contract 2155 for S. Claiborne (Versailles – Upperline) Water Transmission Replacement with BLD Services
• Contract 30237 for gravity flow sanitary sewer main restoration with Wallace C. Drennan, LLC
• Contract 1440 for two generator step-up transformers with Walter J. Barnes, Inc.
• Resolution R-117-2022 to appoint a representative to the HR 168 Task Force on SWB Governance
• Change Order No. 9 for demolition of basins at the Carrollton Water Plant with Cycle Construction Company, LLC

The Board approved several resolutions related to water and sewer infrastructure, including a third-party administrator for medical benefits and an application to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. The Board also approved a series of corresponding resolutions for various equipment procurements and contract amendments.

• Approved minutes of the June 15, 2022, Board Meeting
• Approved appointment of Board Representative to HR 168 Task Force on SWBNO Governance (R-117-2022)
• Approved award for Third-Party Administrator for Medical/Dental/Vision and Other Services (R-119-2022)
• Approved application to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (R-115-2022)
• Approved Finance and Administration Committee reports for August
• Approved Pension Committee reports for August
• Approved 13 corresponding resolutions including contracts for transformers, water transmission replacement, and sewer main restoration
• Approved Special Counsel Recommendations in executive session

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is meeting to vote on resolutions regarding the Employees’ Retirement System. The agenda focuses on pension contributions, cost of living adjustments, and updated system regulations.

• Resolution R-097-2022: Accept 2022 Contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System
• Resolution R-098-2022: Accept 2022 Cost of Living Adjustment for Board Pensioners
• Resolution R-099-2022: Adopt the Restated Rules and Regulations of The Employees’ Retirement System
• Resolution R-100-2022: Allow for virtual and online mandatory continuing education for Trustees

The Board of Trustees approved four resolutions regarding the Employees’ Retirement System, including the 2022 contribution and cost of living adjustments. The Board also adopted restated rules and regulations and authorized virtual continuing education for trustees.

• Approved minutes dated February 16, 2022
• Approved Resolution R-097-2022 to accept 2022 contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System
• Approved Resolution R-098-2022 to accept 2022 Cost of Living Adjustment for Board Pensioners
• Approved Resolution R-099-2022 to adopt the Restated Rules and Regulations of The Employees’ Retirement System
• Approved Resolution R-100-2022 to allow virtual and online mandatory continuing education for the Board of Trustees

Evaluation Selection Committee-Financial Consultant

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to discuss, rate, and rank firms responding to a Request for Proposal for a financial consultant. The committee will provide a recommendation based on these evaluations.

• Evaluation and rating of firms for Financial Consultant Solicitation # 2022-SWB-18
• Announcement of respondents' rankings
• Committee recommendation for the financial consultant contract

Pension Committee

The committee will review the January 1, 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report and the 2022 annual cost of living adjustment for eligible pensioners. Members will also discuss market performance, asset allocation plans, and upcoming trustee elections.

• Resolution (R-097-2022) to accept 2022 contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System
• Resolution (R-098-2022) to accept 2022 Cost of Living Adjustment for Board Pensioners
• Resolution (R-099-2022) to adopt restated Rules and Regulations of the retirement system
• Resolution (R-100-2022) regarding virtual mandatory continuing education for Trustees
• Presentation on 2022 Annual COLA for eligible pensioners

The Pension Committee approved the 2022 contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System and the 2022 cost of living adjustment for pensioners. The committee also adopted restated rules and regulations and authorized virtual continuing education for trustees.

• Approved 2022 Contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System (R-097-2022)
• Approved 2022 Cost of Living Adjustment for Board Pensioners (R-098-2022)
• Adopted the Restated Rules and Regulations of The Employees’ Retirement System (R-099-2022)
• Approved virtual and online mandatory continuing education for the Board of Trustees (R-100-2022)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review a financial summary update and vote on several contract awards, renewals, and amendments. These items include infrastructure replacements and professional engineering services for water and power projects.

• Contract 2155 for S. Claiborne (Versailles – Upperline) Water Transmission Replacement with BLD Services
• Contract 1440 for two Generator Step-Up Transformers with Walter J. Barnes, Inc.
• Contract 30237 renewal for gravity flow sanitary sewer main repairs with Wallace C. Drennan, LLC
• Amendment No. 12 for Retrofit Power Plant Hazard Mitigation Grant Project with CH2M Hill Engineers, Inc
• Approval of contracts $1,000,000.00 or less by the Executive Director

The Finance and Administration Committee approved several contract awards, renewals, change orders, and amendments for water and sewer system maintenance and upgrades. The committee also authorized an application to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality and reviewed June 2022 financial results.

• Approved application to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (R-115-2022)
• Approved contract awards for transformers (Walter J. Barnes, Inc.), water transmission replacement (BLD Services), sewer main restoration (Wallace C. Drennan, LLC), and polyelectrolyte furnishing (Polydyne, Inc.)
• Approved change orders for Carrollton Water Plant demolition, transformers and switchgear, Gert Town waterline replacement, and sanitary sewer restoration
• Approved contract amendments for CH2M Hill Engineers, Inc., Veolia North America, Pure Technologies U.S., Inc., Power Engineers, Inc., and Stanley Consultants, Inc.

Strategy Committee

The committee will receive a six-month implementation update and dashboard presentation regarding the Strategic Plan. Members will also discuss an update on the Master Planning Process.

• Strategic Plan 6-Month Implementation Update and Dashboard Presentation
• Master Planning Process Update

The committee received updates on the implementation of the Strategic Plan and the use of a tracking dashboard. Members discussed the development of technical master plans for water, wastewater, sewer, and drainage systems. No formal votes on policy or contracts were recorded.

• Discussed implementation of Strategic Plan and progress tracking via dashboard
• Reviewed proposed order of technical plans: Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, Water Distribution, Sewer, and Drainage/Stormwater
• Requested additional plans for an overarching Master Plan to prioritize technical recommendations
• Requested information on how technical data and climate scenarios will guide decision-making
• Discussed plans for customer listening sessions and community partnerships

Special Pension

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Pension Committee will meet in executive session to discuss a disability retirement allowance application, followed by a possible action item on the same application. The agenda contains only this one substantive item plus routine procedural matters.

• Executive session to assess a Disability Retirement Allowance Application
• Action item on the Disability Retirement Allowance Application

Evaluation Selection Committee-Financial Software and Services

The Evaluation Selection Committee will discuss, evaluate, and rate firms responding to a Request for Proposal. The committee will also announce respondent rankings and provide a recommendation for a third-party administrator for medical, dental, vision, and other services.

• Evaluation of proposals for Third-Party Administrator for Medical/Dental/Vision and Other Services

Infrastructure Advisory Board

The Infrastructure Advisory Board met to review the status of Fair Share Agreement revenues and Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) priority projects. The meeting included updates on smart metering, turbine installations, and water treatment plant improvements.

• Update on $35.6M in one-time funds transferred from the City to SWBNO
• Selection of Aquametric as vendor for Smart Metering (AMI) project
• Status update on Turbine 7 solution and Sycamore Filter Gallery improvements
• Report of $24,169,118 in total Infrastructure Maintenance Fund revenues through May 2022
• Discussion of $4M funding need for a new Bulk Chemical Feed and Storage Facility

The Infrastructure Advisory Board passed a resolution requesting the mayor and City Council replenish the Infrastructure Maintenance Fund. The board also voted to publish a progress report on critical projects. Additionally, a working group reached a consensus that SWBNO should have full ownership of the city's drainage system.

• Approved resolution requesting mayor and City Council replenish Infrastructure Maintenance Fund
• Approved publication of IAB progress report to the community

Customer Advisory Committee

The committee will receive general updates and a review of smart metering outreach efforts. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Lakeview/City Park HMGP.

• Smart Metering Update and Outreach Review
• Lakeview/City Park HMGP Discussion

Board of Directors

The Sewerage & Water Board will consider awarding a contract for armed security guards at its facilities, extending a labor contract with JEI Solutions, and ratifying change orders for electrical and water infrastructure projects. The board will also discuss a settlement proposal in the O'Steen v. SWBNO case and potential litigation over an AMI award.

• Resolution R-094-2022: Authorization for armed security guards at board facilities
• Resolution R-076-2022: Renewal of contract 8164 with JEI Solutions for skilled/unskilled labor
• Resolution R-066-2022: Ratification of change order for 60Hz transformers and switchgear (Contract 1370A)
• Resolution R-079-2022: Ratification of change order for water hammer hazard mitigation at Claiborne Ave Pumping Station
• Executive session to discuss settlement in O'Steen v. SWBNO and potential litigation regarding AMI award

The Board approved the hiring of armed security guards for facilities and authorized several contract renewals, change orders, and amendments for waterline and electrical projects. The Board also adopted the June reports for the Operations and Pension committees.

• Approved authorization for armed security guards at Board facilities (R-094-2022)
• Approved contract renewal for skilled and unskilled labor with JEI Solutions, Inc. (R-076-2022)
• Approved change order for 60Hz Transformers and Switchgear with Walter J. Barnes Electric Co, Inc. (R-066-2022)
• Approved change order for Water Hammer Hazard Mitigation Program with M.R. Pittman Group, LLC (R-079-2022)
• Approved amendment for waterline replacement engineering services with Neel-Schaffer, Inc. (R-075-2022)
• Approved amendment for waterline replacement engineering services with Arcadis O.S. Inc (R-077-2022)
• Adopted June Operations Committee reports
• Adopted June Pension Committee reports

Selection Evaluation Committee

The Sewerage & Water Board's Selection Evaluation Committee is meeting to discuss, evaluate, and rank firms responding to a Request for Proposal for Green Infrastructure Site Maintenance. The committee will announce rankings, take public comment, and make a recommendation.

• Discussion, evaluation, and rating of firms for Green Infrastructure Site Maintenance
• Announcement of respondents' rankings
• Opportunity for public comment
• Evaluation Selection Committee's recommendation

Selection Evaluation Committee

The Selection Evaluation Committee will meet to discuss, evaluate, and rate firms responding to a Request for Proposal. The committee will also announce respondent rankings and provide recommendations regarding procurement support for contract operations and maintenance at the East Bank and West Bank Wastewater Treatment Plants.

• Evaluation of proposals for consulting services for procurement support
• Maintenance services for East Bank and West Bank Wastewater Treatment Plants
• Announcement of respondent rankings

Customer Advisory Committee

The Customer Advisory Committee is meeting to review customer resources and receive an update on customer service from Chief Customer Service Officer Rene Gonzalez.

• Customer Resources Overview
• SWBNO Customer Service Update by Rene Gonzalez

Customer Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an overview of customer resources and a continued update on customer service. The meeting includes a roll call and discussion of next steps.

• Customer Resources Overview by Grace Birch
• SWBNO Customer Service Update by Rene Gonzalez

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider resolutions regarding advanced metering infrastructure and a cooperative agreement with Entergy New Orleans, LLC. The agenda also includes an information item regarding the April 2022 Safety Report.

• Resolution R-091-2022: Award for Advanced Metering Infrastructure, Meters, and System Installation with Thirkettle Corporation d/b/a Aqua-Metric Sales Company
• Resolution R-092-2022: Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between SWBNO and Entergy New Orleans, LLC
• Resolution R-093-2022: Reconfiguration of Electric Services to the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans
• April 2022 Safety Report

The Board approved a contract for advanced metering infrastructure and two agreements with Entergy New Orleans, LLC regarding electric services and a cooperative endeavor. These actions aim to improve utility infrastructure and power redundancy.

• Approved Resolution R-091-2022 for Advanced Metering Infrastructure installation with Thirkettle Corporation d/b/a Aqua-Metric Sales Company
• Approved Resolution R-092-2022 for a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Entergy New Orleans, LLC
• Approved Resolution R-093-2022 for an Agreement in Principle regarding the reconfiguration of electric services

Evaluation Selection Committee-AMI

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to discuss and rate firms responding to a Request for Proposal. The committee will rank respondents and provide a recommendation for the installation of meters and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI).

• Evaluation and rating of firms for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), Meters, and System Installation

Special Board of Directors

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans is meeting to discuss a funding agreement for a new electrical substation and review a financial summary update. The board will also vote on several contract awards, renewals, and amendments for water and sewer infrastructure projects.

• Resolution R-078-2022: Funding for West Power Complex New Electrical Substation
• Resolution R-063-2022: Contract award to Fleming Construction Company, LLC for Mid-City Basin No. 1 Sewer Rehabilitation
• Resolution R-036-2022: Change order for critical repairs to Turbine No. 4 at Carrollton Water Plant
• Resolution R-046-2022, R-067-2022, R-068-2022: Amendments for Waterline Replacement Program design and engineering services
• Approval of environmental audits for West Bank and East Bank Wastewater Treatment

The Board approved a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for the West Power Complex New Electrical Substation. Members also approved several contract awards, renewals, change orders, and final acceptances for water and sewer infrastructure projects.

• Approved R-078-2022 for West Power Complex New Electrical Substation funding
• Approved West Bank and East Bank Wastewater Treatment environmental audits (R-055-2022, R-059-2022)
• Approved contract award to Fleming Construction Company and renewal for Atakapa Services
• Ratified change orders for Alfred Conhagen, Inc., Industrial & Mechanical Contractors, Inc., and Boh Bros. Construction Co.
• Approved contract amendments for Richard C. Lambert Consultants, Integrated Logistical Support, and Black & Veatch Corporation
• Approved final acceptance of contracts for Industrial & Mechanical Contractors, Inc. and Wallace C. Drennan, Inc.
• Approved minutes of the April 20, 2022, Board Meeting
• Nominated Director Lynes Sloss to serve as chair

Pension Committee

The Pension Committee will receive a presentation on first quarter 2022 market performance and the 2022 outlook from Marquette Associates, Inc. The meeting also includes a presentation on fixed income investing strategies by Fidelity Investments.

• Executive Summary of First Quarter 2022 Market Performance and 2022 Outlook Report
• Fixed Income Investing Philosophies and Strategies Presentation
• March 2022 Supplemental Performance Report

The Pension Committee met to receive presentations on current financial markets and the SWBNO portfolio. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 11:10 A.M.

Operations Committee Meeting

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Operations Committee will meet to discuss Strategic Plan Key Performance Indicators and metrics. The discussion will be led by SWBNO Director of Strategic Planning Tyler Antrup and Darin Thomas of Raftelis.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan Key Performance Indicators/Metrics

The committee reviewed the process for operationalizing the 5-year strategic plan, including the development of annual work plans and performance metrics. Raftelis Financial Consultants is preparing a dashboard to incorporate data and director feedback across seven focus areas. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Evaluation Selection Committee-Armed Security Guard Services

The Evaluation Selection Committee will discuss, evaluate, and rank firms responding to RFP 2022-SWB-01 for Armed Security Guard Services, then announce rankings and make a recommendation.

• Discussion and evaluation of firms for Armed Security Guard Services (RFP 2022-SWB-01)
• Announcement of respondents' rankings
• Public comment opportunity
• Committee recommendation on contract award

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will discuss a financial summary update and consider several resolutions regarding contract awards, renewals, and amendments. Key items include engineering service amendments for the Waterline Replacement Program and various sewer infrastructure projects.

• Award of Contract 30245 for Mid-City Basin Sewer Rehabilitation No. 3 to Palmisano Construction, LLC
• Renewal of contract with Mueller Water Products for positive displacement cold meters
• Ratification of change orders for Carrollton Water Plant demolition and Sewer Pumping Station A rehabilitation
• Multiple amendments for engineering services related to the Waterline Replacement Program
• Final acceptance of contracts for water main repairs and sanitary sewer CCTV inspections

The Board approved the adoption of specific Louisiana Procurement Code provisions and several infrastructure contracts in globo. The board also approved a month-to-month renewal for security guard services and a preliminary resolution for SWB. The March 16, 2022, meeting minutes and the April Operations report were adopted.

• Approved March 16, 2022, meeting minutes
• Adopted April Operations report
• Approved R-056-2022: Adoption of Specific Provisions of the Louisiana Procurement Code
• Approved R-057-2022: Month-to-month renewal for Security Guard Services
• Approved R-061-2022: Sewer 8th Supplemental Resolution
• Approved R-062-2022: SWB Preliminary Resolution
• Approved in globo 14 corresponding resolutions including combustion turbine procurement and waterline replacement amendments
• Approved $11.1M loan from Clean Water SRF for sewer consent decree work

Customer Advisory Committee

The Customer Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the wastewater COVID-19 surveillance program from Dr. Jennifer Avegno of the New Orleans Health Department, followed by a customer service update from Chief Customer Service Officer Rene Gonzalez. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Presentation on wastewater COVID-19 surveillance program by Dr. Jennifer Avegno (NOHD)
• Customer service update from Rene Gonzalez, Chief Customer Service Officer

Operations Committee Meeting

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Operations Committee will meet to discuss Strategic Plan Key Performance Indicators and metrics. The discussion will be led by SWBNO Director of Strategic Planning Tyler Antrup and Darin Thomas of Raftelis.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan Key Performance Indicators/Metrics

The committee reviewed a draft electronic dashboard for tracking the 5-year strategic plan. Members requested more granular metrics to better measure progress on specific issues. Raftelis will revise the metrics for a follow-up review in June.

• Requested more granular metrics for the strategic plan dashboard
• Scheduled review of revised metrics for June

Evaluation Selection Committee-AMI

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to discuss, rate, and rank firms responding to a Request for Proposal. The goal is to select a provider for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), meters, and system installation.

• Evaluation and rating of firms for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) installation

Infrastructure Advisory Board - Special Session

The Infrastructure Advisory Board is meeting for a special session to conduct administrative business. The agenda includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and the 2021 4th Quarter Report.

• Approval of March 10, 2022 meeting agenda
• Approval of December 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2021 4th Quarter Report

The Infrastructure Advisory Board unanimously approved its Fourth Quarter 2021 Quarterly Report. The board also approved the March 10, 2022 agenda and the December 2, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved Fourth Quarter 2021 Quarterly Report (unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2022 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 2, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Customer Advisory Committee

The Customer Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans. Discussions will cover infrastructure, planning, and customer service operations.

• West Power Complex/Substation updates
• Strategic Plan review
• Smart Metering discussion
• Billing and Customer Service updates
• Infrastructure Act Planning

Board of Directors

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including contract awards for equipment procurement and chemical supplies. The Board will also discuss an amendment to the West Power Complex agreement and a legislative update regarding the 2022 session.

• Contract award for Combustion Turbine Generator Procurement with Solar Turbines, Inc.
• Contract award for furnishing Liquid Ferric Sulfate with USALCO
• Amendment to the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for the West Power Complex
• Ratification of Change Order No. 7 for Water Hammer Hazard Mitigation at Claiborne Ave Pumping Station
• Resolution opposing House Bill 652

The Board approved a resolution opposing House Bill 652 and an amendment to the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for the West Power Complex. Several corresponding resolutions were accepted in globo, while a contract for a combustion turbine generator was deferred.

• Approved Resolution R-058-2022 opposing House Bill 652
• Approved Resolution R-035-2022 regarding West Power Complex Cooperative Endeavor Agreement
• Deferred Resolution R-028-2022 for Combustion Turbine Generator procurement (Solar Turbines, Inc.)
• Approved February 16, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approved Finance and Administration Committee reports
• Approved corresponding resolutions R-043-2022, R-034-2022, R-027-2022, R-030-2022, R-029-2022, R-033-2022, and R-031-2022 in globo
• Approved recommendations made during executive session

Infrastructure Advisory Board Meeting

The Infrastructure Advisory Board will meet to approve the agenda, minutes, and a quarterly report. The session includes updates on the City of New Orleans Fair Share Agreement and the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans.

• Approval of Quarterly Report
• Fair Share Agreement Update – City of New Orleans
• Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Update

The board did not have enough members present to constitute a quorum. Consequently, no official actions were taken, and the board did not approve the agenda, the meeting minutes, or the Fourth Quarter 2021 Quarterly Report.

• Approval of minutes: None (no quorum)
• Approval of agenda: None (no quorum)
• Approval of Fourth Quarter 2021 Quarterly Report: None (no quorum)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing several action items including contract awards, renewals, and amendments. Discussion topics include a financial summary update and an overview of the bill life cycle.

• Award of Contract 1419 for Combustion Turbine Generator Procurement to Solar Turbines, Inc.
• Award of Requisitions AL220001 and CM220001 for Liquid Ferric Sulfate to USALCO
• Ratification of Change Order No. 7 for Water Hammer Hazard Mitigation at Claiborne Ave Pumping Station with M.R. Pittman Group, LLC
• Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Stanley Consultants, Inc for Bulk Storage and Chemical Feed Facility
• Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc for Power Frequency Converter at Carrollton Water Plant

The Finance and Administration Committee approved a series of contract awards, change orders, and professional service amendments. The committee also accepted a compliance questionnaire and an easement agreement with the U.S. Army. Management provided updates on cash flow and bill collection efforts.

• Approved Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire Resolution (R-043-2022)
• Approved contract for Combustion Turbine Generator Procurement with Solar Turbines, Inc. (R-028-2022)
• Approved contract for furnishing Liquid Ferric Sulfate with USALCO (R-034-2022)
• Approved Change Order No. 7 for Water Hammer Hazard Mitigation Program with M.R. Pittman Group, LLC (R-027-2022)
• Approved Amendment No. 5 with Stanley Consultants, Inc for Bulk Storage and Chemical Feed Facility (R-030-2022)
• Approved Amendment No. 4 with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc for Carrollton Water Plant Power Frequency Converter (R-029-2022)
• Approved Amendment No. 4 with NY & Associates Inc for Water Line Replacement Program (R-033-2022)
• Approved Easement Agreement for Drainage Pumping Station No. 11 with the U.S. Army (R-031-2022)

Evaluation Selection Committee-AMI

The Sewerage & Water Board's Evaluation Selection Committee will meet to discuss shortlisting vendors and presentations for a Request for Proposal to provide Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), meters, and system installation. The meeting is held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 public health emergency. No decisions are listed; the agenda includes only a call to order, introductions, the action item, public comment, and adjournment.

• Discussion of shortlisting vendors for AMI, meters, and system installation
• RFP for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
• Meeting held via Microsoft Teams due to COVID-19 emergency

Selection Committee

The Evaluation Selection Committee will discuss, rate, and rank firms responding to a Request for Proposal. The meeting focuses on selecting providers for professional liability, property, utility, and workers' compensation claim services.

• Evaluation of RFP for Professional General Liability, Property Damage, External Damage, Utility Damage, SELA, and Extended Workers’ Compensation Claim Services
• Announcement of respondents' rankings

Selection Committee

The Evaluation Selection Committee will discuss, evaluate, and rate firms responding to a Request for Proposal. The committee will also announce respondent rankings and provide a recommendation regarding professional general liability, property damage, utility damage, SELA, and extended workers' compensation claim services.

• Evaluation of firms for Professional General Liability, Property Damage, External Damage, Utility Damage, SELA, and Extended Workers’ Compensation Claim Services

Selection Committee

The Selection Committee is meeting to determine which proposals are responsive or non-responsive for the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), Meters, and System Installation RFP. This process involves Jacobs Engineering.

• Review of responsive/non-responsive proposals for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), Meters, and System Installation RFP

Board of Trustees

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Board of Trustees is meeting to review and potentially approve an amended investment policy for the employees' pension trust fund. The board will also review a performance report from December 2021.

• Resolution (R-042-2022) to accept the Amended Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Employees’ Pension Trust Fund Investment Policy Statement
• December 2021 Supplemental Performance Report from Marquette Associates, Inc.

The Board of Trustees approved the amended Investment Policy Statement for the Employees’ Pension Trust Fund. This action aligns with a previous resolution regarding asset allocation for the retirement system.

• Approved minutes from November 17, 2021
• Approved Resolution (R-042-2022) to accept the Amended Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Employees’ Pension Trust Fund Investment Policy Statement

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider the approval of the Sewerage and Water Board Strategic Plan. The body is also deciding on several contract awards and change orders for water main, sewer, and electrical repairs. Additionally, the board will hold an executive session to evaluate the Executive Director.

• Resolution (R-016-2022): Approval of the Sewerage and Water Board Strategic Plan
• Contract 30228: Mid-City Basin No. 2 Sewer Rehabilitation with Fleming Construction Company, LLC
• Contracts 2158 and 2159: Water main and hydrant replacements with Wallace C. Drennan, LLC and Boh Bros Construction Co., LLC
• Contract 8166: Repaving open cuts in streets, driveways, and sidewalks with Wallace C. Drennan, LLC
• Resolution (R-025-2022): Change Order No. 6 for Water Hammer Hazard Mitigation at Claiborne Ave Pumping Station

The Board adopted the Strategic Plan and approved a series of resolutions for sewer and water infrastructure contracts and change orders. Additionally, the Board approved a 9.5% salary increase for the Executive Director.

• Approved the Sewerage and Water Board Strategic Plan (R-016-2022)
• Approved contract for Mid-City Basin No. 2 Sewer Rehabilitation with Fleming Construction Company, LLC (R-018-2022)
• Approved water main and hydrant replacement contracts with Wallace C. Drennan, LLC (R-020-2022) and Boh Bros Construction Co., LLC (R-021-2022)
• Approved repaving contract for underground utility repairs with Wallace C. Drennan, LLC (R-026-2022)
• Ratified change orders for transformers, water hammer mitigation, and basin demolition (R-004-2022, R-025-2022, R-024-2022)
• Approved change order for Static Frequency Converter Procurement Project with Walter J. Barnes Electric Co., Inc. (R-002-2022)
• Approved design and engineering amendments for Algiers Lock Forebay and Water Main Replacement Program (R-022-2022, R-023-2022)
• Approved 9.5% salary increase for Executive Director effective January 19, 2022

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review a financial summary update and vote on several contract awards, change orders, and amendments. These items cover sewer rehabilitation, water main repairs, and facility improvements.

• Contract 30228 for Mid-City Basin No. 2 Sewer Rehabilitation awarded to Fleming Construction Company, LLC
• Contracts 2158 and 2159 for water main and hydrant replacement awarded to Wallace C. Drennan, LLC and Boh Bros Construction Co., LLC
• Contract 8166 for repaving open cuts in streets, driveways, and sidewalks awarded to Wallace C. Drennan, LLC
• Change Order No. 6 for Water Hammer Hazard Mitigation at Claiborne Ave Pumping Station with M.R. Pittman Group, LLC
• Amendment No. 9 for 12” Waterline Replacement at Algiers Lock Forebay with Lindfield, Hunter & Junius, Inc.

The Finance and Administration Committee approved several new contract awards for sewer rehabilitation and water main repairs. The committee also ratified multiple contract change orders and amendments for electrical equipment and engineering services.

• Approved Contract 30228 for Mid-City Basin No. 2 Sewer Rehabilitation with Fleming Construction Company, LLC
• Approved Contract 2158 for water main and hydrant replacement with Wallace C. Drennan, LLC
• Approved Contract 2159 for water main and hydrant replacement with Boh Bros Construction Co., LLC
• Approved Contract 8166 for repaving open cuts with Wallace C. Drennan, LLC
• Ratified Change Order No. 5 for 60Hz Transformers and Switchgear with Walter J. Barnes Electric Co., Inc.
• Ratified Change Order No. 6 for Water Hammer Hazard Mitigation with M.R. Pittman Group, LLC
• Ratified Change Order 7 for demolition at Carrollton Water Treatment Plant with Cycle Construction Company, LLC
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Static Frequency Converter Procurement with Walter J. Barnes Electric Co., Inc.

Pension Committee

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Pension Committee is meeting to review market performance reports from Marquette Associates, Inc. The committee will consider a resolution to accept an amended investment policy statement for the employees' pension trust fund.

• Resolution (R-042-2022) to accept the Amended Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Employees’ Pension Trust Fund Investment Policy Statement
• Executive Summary of 2021 Market Performance and 2022 Outlook Report by Marquette Associates, Inc.
• December 2021 Supplemental Performance Report by Marquette Associates, Inc.

The Pension Committee approved Resolution R-042-2022, which accepts the Amended Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Employees’ Pension Trust Fund Investment Policy Statement. This action aligns with a previously adopted new asset allocation for the retirement system.

• Approved Resolution R-042-2022 to accept the Amended Investment Policy Statement

Strategy Committee

The Strategy Committee will receive a presentation regarding the final Strategic Plan and Implementation Workplan. The committee is scheduled to consider Resolution R-016-2022 to approve the Sewerage and Water Board Strategic Plan.

• Presentation of the Strategic Plan and Implementation Workplan Final by Darin Thomas, Raftelis
• Resolution (R-016-2022) Approval of the Sewerage and Water Board Strategic Plan

The Strategy Committee approved the Sewerage and Water Board Strategic Plan (R-016-2022). Approval was granted on the condition that staff develop detailed plans to report on implementation progress and refine the workplan for accountability.

• Approved Resolution (R-016-2022) for the Strategic Plan (unanimous)

Audit Committee

The Sewerage & Water Board Audit Committee will meet via teleconference to receive a report on take-home vehicles, discuss the proposed 2022 internal audit plan, and review follow-ups on billing disputes and procurement contracts. Public comment is accepted by email until 11:00 AM.

• Take Home Vehicle Report – Cardell Silas/Dave Cappel
• Introduction: 2022 Internal Audit Plan – Cardell Silas/Dr. Tamika Duplessis
• Billing Dispute Follow up
• Procurement Contracts Follow up

The committee reviewed a report on take-home vehicles and the proposed 2022 Internal Audit Plan. Members discussed a staffing crisis in the Internal Audit department following the resignation of Cardell Silas and a vacancy in the Chief Auditor position. No formal votes on policy or spending were recorded.

• Received information items
• Adjourned meeting (Motion by Director Sholas, seconded by Director Barnes)

Board of Directors

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Board of Directors will vote on several resolutions awarding contracts for water main replacements, pump station improvements, and chemical supplies, as well as ratifying change orders for ongoing projects. The board will also hold an executive session to evaluate the executive director's performance. Public comment is accepted via email until 30 minutes after the meeting starts.

• Resolution R-001-2022: Award of Contract 1407 for Sycamore Filter Gallery modifications to Industrial & Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
• Resolution R-003-2022: Award of Contract 2156 for 43-inch water main replacement on Eden and Grape Street to BLD Services, LLC
• Resolution R-005-2022: Award of requisitions for furnishing sodium hypochlorite to Algiers and Carrollton water plants to DPC Enterprises, LLC
• Resolution R-012-2022: Ratification of Change Order No. 5 for Contract 1377 (Water Hammer Hazard Mitigation) at Claiborne Ave Pumping Station to M.R. Pittman Group, LLC
• Executive session to discuss the character, professional competence, and fitness of the Executive Director

The Board of Directors approved the minutes from the December 2021 meeting and adopted January reports from the Strategy, Governance, and Finance and Administration committees. The Board also approved a group of resolutions for various water main replacements, plant improvements, and engineering services. Compensation matters for the Executive Director were deferred.

• Approved December 15, 2021, meeting minutes
• Adopted January Strategy Committee reports
• Adopted January Governance Committee reports
• Adopted January Finance and Administration Committee reports
• Approved resolutions in globo for 13 contracts and amendments, including water main replacements and plant improvements
• Deferred Executive Director compensation matters to the next meeting

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review a financial summary update from the CFO. The body is deciding on several contract awards, renewals, and amendments for water infrastructure and plant modifications.

• Contract award for 43” water main replacement on Eden and Grape Street with BLD Services, LLC
• Contract award for Sycamore Filter Gallery structural modifications with Industrial & Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
• Sodium Hypochlorite furnishing for Algiers and Carrollton Water Plants with DPC Enterprises, LLC
• Renewal for water main line replacements at scattered locations with Wallace C. Drennan, LLC
• Amendment for Retrofit Power Plant Hazard Mitigation Grant Project with CH2M Hill, Inc.

The Finance and Administration Committee approved several contract awards, renewals, change orders, and amendments for water system infrastructure and maintenance. The committee also authorized a cooperative endeavor agreement with the City of New Orleans for power plant capital bond funds.

• Approved Contract 1407 for Sycamore Filter Gallery modifications (Industrial & Mechanical Contractors, Inc.)
• Approved Contract 2156 for water main replacement on Eden and Grape Street (BLD Services, LLC)
• Approved sodium hypochlorite furnishing for Algiers and Carrollton plants (DPC Enterprises, LLC)
• Approved first renewal for Contract 2142 water main replacements (Wallace C. Drennan, LLC)
• Approved Change Order No. 6 for Carrollton Water Plant basin demolition (Cycle Construction Company, LLC)
• Approved Change Order No. 5 for Water Hammer Hazard Mitigation (M.R. Pittman Group, LLC)
• Approved four contract amendments for engineering, program management, and leak detection services
• Approved Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with City of New Orleans for Carrollton Power Plant bond funds

Governance Committee

The Governance Committee will meet via video conference to discuss the executive director's character, professional competence, and fitness in a closed executive session. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Executive session to evaluate the Executive Director under La. R.S. 42:17(A)(1)

The Governance Committee met via Microsoft Teams to discuss Executive Director Evaluation Criteria in an executive session. No action was taken during the session, and no other business was conducted.

• Entered executive session to discuss Executive Director Evaluation Criteria
• Exited executive session with no action taken

Strategy Committee

The Strategy Committee will review final drafts of the Strategic Plan and Implementation Workplan. The committee is scheduled to discuss strategic plan implementation and vote on Resolution R-016-2022 to approve the Strategic Plan.

• Presentation: Strategic Plan and Implementation Workplan Final Drafts
• Discussion: Strategic Plan Implementation
• Action Item: Resolution (R-016-2022) Approval of the Sewerage and Water Board Strategic Plan

The Strategy Committee reviewed final drafts of the Strategic Plan and Implementation Workplan. Board members identified needs for better problem identification and consistency in the documents. The committee voted to defer approval of the plan until February 2022.

• Deferred Resolution (R-016-2022) for approval of the Strategic Plan to February 2022