Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans public meetings in 2024

Board of Trustees

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Board of Trustees will meet to consider resolutions regarding the Employees’ Retirement System. The board will review an actuarial experience study covering 2019 through 2023 and discuss potential plan amendments.

• Resolution R-176-2024: Accept Actuarial Experience Study of Employees’ Retirement System (Jan 1, 2019 – Dec 31, 2023)
• Resolution R-177-2024: Accept Actuarial Recommendations regarding potential plan amendments
• Presentation by Mitchell Bilbe of Rudd & Wisdom on the Actuarial Experience Study and plan amendment considerations

The Board of Trustees approved the actuarial experience study for the Employees’ Retirement System covering 2019 through 2023. The Board also accepted actuarial recommendations regarding a potential plan amendment.

• Approved minutes from July 17, 2024
• Approved Resolution R-176-2024 to accept Actuarial Experience Study of Employees’ Retirement System (2019-2023)
• Approved Resolution R-177-2024 to accept Actuarial Recommendations Regarding Potential Amendment of Plan

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will review the 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets and vote on related appropriation resolutions. The meeting also includes votes on several contract amendments for water line and sewer system projects.

• Resolution (R-159-2024) 2025 Operating Budget
• Resolution (R-160-2024) 2025 Capital Budget
• Resolution (R-166-2024) Service Agreement for Real Time Flood Data Tracking with I See Change
• Resolution (R-175-2024) Amendment to increase yearly contract amount for Armed Security Guards
• Resolution (R-133-2024) Change Order for Transmission Main Replacement on S. Claiborne (Versailles – Upperline)

The Board of Directors approved the 2025 operating and capital budgets, along with blanket appropriations. The board also adopted several committee reports and a series of corresponding resolutions related to utility contracts and infrastructure projects.

• Approved 2025 Operating Budget (R-159-2024)
• Approved 2025 Capital Budget (R-160-2024)
• Approved 2025 Operating and Capital Budget Blanket Appropriations (R-178-2024)
• Approved Audit report for September/December
• Approved Pension reports for November and December
• Approved Strategy, Operations, and Finance committee reports
• Approved 12 corresponding resolutions in globo regarding security, flood tracking, and water/sewer line replacements
• Adopted Special Counsel recommendations

Infrastructure Advisory Board

The Infrastructure Advisory Board will convene to approve minutes, a quarterly report, and the 2025 meeting schedule. Four presentations will cover a Fair Share Agreement financial update, Public Works infrastructure, Sewerage & Water Board infrastructure, and the Drainage Consolidation Working Group.

• Approval of 2025 meeting schedule (March 27, June 12, September 11, December 11)
• Quarterly report approval
• Fair Share Agreement Financial Update – City of New Orleans
• Drainage Consolidation Working Group Update

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will receive a financial summary update from the CFO. The body will vote on several contract amendments and ratifications for infrastructure projects, including water line replacements and sewer rehabilitation.

• Resolution (R-175-2024): Increase yearly contract amount for armed security guards
• Resolution (R-166-2024): Service agreement for real-time flood data tracking with I See Change
• Resolution (R-155-2024) and (R-157-2024): Design and engineering for Water Line Replacement Program
• Resolution (R-133-2024) and (R-132-2024): Transmission main replacement on S. Claiborne (Versailles – Upperline)
• Resolution (R-164-2024): Repaving open cuts in streets, driveways, and sidewalks with Fleming Construction Co., LLC

The Finance and Administration Committee approved a contract increase for armed security guards and a new agreement for real-time flood data tracking. The committee also approved multiple contract amendments, change order ratifications, and a final project acceptance. A draft FY25 budget was presented for future board review.

• Approved increase to yearly contract for armed security guards (R-175-2024)
• Approved service agreement with I See Change for real-time flood data tracking (R-166-2024)
• Approved contract amendments for Durward Dunn Inc., Arcadis U.S. Inc., N-Y Associates Inc., Stantec Consulting Services Inc., and City of New Orleans (R-153, R-155, R-157, R-163, R-156)
• Approved change order ratifications for BLD Services, LLC, Fleming Construction Co., LLC, and CMG Pipelines Inc. (R-133, R-164, R-165)
• Approved final acceptance of Transmission Main Replacement on S. Claiborne with BLD Services, LLC (R-132)

Pension Committee

The Pension Committee will review an actuarial experience study for the period of January 1, 2019, to December 31, 2023. Members will consider resolutions to accept the study's assumptions and recommendations regarding potential plan amendments.

• Resolution (R-176-2024) to accept the Actuarial Experience Study for 2019–2023
• Resolution (R-177-2024) to accept actuarial recommendations for potential plan amendments
• Presentation by Mitchell Bilbe of Rudd & Wisdom on actuarial education and plan considerations

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will receive updates on the 4th Quarter Audit Department and the MWPP Environmental Audit. The body will consider resolutions regarding environmental audits for both the East Bank and West Bank treatment plants.

• Resolution (R-090-2024) East Bank Treatment Plant MWPP Environmental Audit
• Resolution (R-091-2024) West Bank Treatment Plant MWPP Environmental Audit
• 4th Quarter Audit Department Update from Chief Audit Executive Ed Sutherland
• MWPP Environmental Audit presentation by Environmental Affairs Chief Ann Wilson

The Audit Committee accepted environmental audits for both the East Bank and West Bank Wastewater Treatment Plants. The committee also received updates on the 4th Quarter Audit Department status and the MWPP Environmental Audit.

• Accepted Resolution (R-090-2024) East Bank Treatment Plant MWPP Environmental Audit
• Accepted Resolution (R-091-2024) West Bank Treatment Plant MWPP Environmental Audit

Board of Directors

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans is meeting to vote on several contract renewals, awards, and project change orders. The board will also consider a cooperative endeavor agreement to fund arbiters for customer billing disputes.

• Resolution R-161-2024: Funding for arbiters for customer billing disputes
• Contract renewals for anhydrous ammonia (Tanner Industries Inc.) and fluorosilicic (Univar Solutions USA, Inc.)
• Contract award for liquid polyelectrolyte to Polydyne Inc.
• Amendment to West Power Complex Group 3 Projects agreement with Power Engineers, Inc.
• Change orders for Carrollton Water Plant, Sycamore Filter Gallery, and sewer rehabilitations

The Board of Directors approved the November Finance report and the minutes from the October 23, 2024, meeting. Members also approved a group of resolutions covering contract renewals, change orders, and final acceptances for various water and power infrastructure projects.

• Approved October 23, 2024, Board Meeting minutes
• Adopted November Finance report
• Approved Resolution R-161-2024 regarding funding for customer billing dispute arbiters
• Approved contract renewals for anhydrous ammonia (Tanner Industries Inc.) and fluorosilicic (Univar Solutions USA, Inc.)
• Awarded liquid polyelectrolyte contract to Polydyne Inc. (R-138-2024)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 for West Power Complex Group 3 projects with Power Engineers, Inc.
• Ratified five change orders for various utility and sewer rehabilitation contracts
• Authorized final acceptance of three contracts for utility rack and repaving work

Operations Committee Meeting

The Operations Committee will meet to receive presentations on billing and the People Plan. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Billing update from Interim Chief Customer Service Officer Susannah Kirby
• People Plan update from Director of Planning & Strategy Jamie Parker

The Operations Committee met to receive presentations on billing updates and the status of the People Plan. No substantive votes or policy changes were decided during the meeting.

Evaluation Selection Committee-Property Appraisal Services

The Sewerage & Water Board’s Evaluation Selection Committee meets to discuss, evaluate, and rank responses to a request for property appraisal services (Solicitation #2024-SWB-29). The committee will announce ranked respondents, accept public comment, and make a recommendation before adjourning.

• Solicitation #2024-SWB-29: Property Appraisal Services
• Evaluation and ranking of proposal responses
• Public comment opportunity
• Committee recommendation on selection

Evaluation Selection Committee-Real Estate Broker Services

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate responses to Solicitation # 2024-SWB-28. The committee will rank respondents and provide a recommendation for real estate broker services.

• Evaluation and rating of proposal responses for Solicitation # 2024-SWB-28 (Real Estate Broker Services)

Evaluation Selection Committee-Fleet Liability Claims Services

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate responses for Solicitation # 2024-SWB-30. The body will rank respondents and provide a recommendation for fleet liability claims services.

• Evaluation and rating of proposal responses for Solicitation # 2024-SWB-30 (Fleet Liability Claims Services)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Finance and Administration Committee will hear a CFO financial update and vote on multiple contracts, renewals, change orders, and final acceptances for water infrastructure projects. The meeting is open to the public in person or online.

• Renewal of anhydrous ammonia supply contract with Tanner Industries Inc. (R-136-2024)
• Renewal of fluorosilicic acid supply contract with Univar Solutions USA, Inc. (R-137-2024)
• Award of liquid polyelectrolyte contract to Polydyne Inc. (R-138-2024)
• Funding for billing dispute arbiters via Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (R-161-2024)
• Ratification of change orders for Carrollton Water Plant and sewer rehabilitation projects

The Finance and Administration Committee approved a resolution to fund arbiters for customer billing disputes. The committee also approved several contract renewals, awards, amendments, and change order ratifications. Financial reports indicated September billed revenues were below budget due to customer credits and lower consumption.

• Approved Resolution R-161-2024 to fund arbiters for customer billing disputes
• Approved contract renewals for Tanner Industries Inc. and Univar Solutions USA, Inc.
• Approved contract award for Polydyne Inc. (2024-SWB-67)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 for Power Engineers, Inc. (R-106-2024)
• Approved five contract change order ratifications including M.R. Pittman Group, LLC and BLD Services, LLC
• Approved final acceptance of contracts with M.R. Pittman Group, LLC, CMG Pipelines, LLC, and Industrial and Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

Strategy Committee

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Strategy Committee will receive a presentation on the Water Quality Master Plan and a live demo of a new customer portal. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

The committee received a status update on the water quality master plan and the upcoming rollout of a new online customer account portal. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Pension Committee

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Pension Committee is meeting to hear presentations from various investment manager candidates. The committee will also review the October 2024 Executive Summary and Supplemental Investment Report from Marquette & Associates, Inc.

• Asset Manager Candidate presentation by Kweku Obed of Marquette & Associates, Inc.
• Core Plus Manager presentations by Loop and Ramirez
• Mid Cap Manager presentations by Madison and Earnest
• Small Cap Equity Manager presentations by Mesirow and Channing
• Emerging Markets and International Small Cap Manager presentations

The committee heard introductions and presentations from ten asset management companies categorized by investment type. No candidates were selected during this meeting; the committee will schedule a future date to choose which candidates move forward in the process.

• Tabled selection of asset management candidates to a future date

Board of Directors

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans board will review committee reports, hear the executive director’s report, and vote on resolutions including a $1.2M loan application for lead service line removal and multiple contract renewals or amendments. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss pending litigation and workers compensation claims.

• Resolution R-145-2024: Apply for $1.2M Louisiana Department of Health loan for lead service line identification and removal under the Revised Lead and Copper Rule
• Resolution R-142-2024: Renew Professional Services Agreement with Avenu Insights and Analytics for Information Systems Management
• Resolution R-131-2024: Award $150K contract to Craig’s Electrical & Generator Service for portable generators for sewer operations
• Resolution R-134-2024: Amendment No. 5 to water valve operation services contract with Pure Technologies U.S. Inc. (now Xylem Dewatering Solutions, Inc.)
• Resolution R-135-2024: Ratify Change Order No. 1 for $45K Carrollton Basin No. 13 Sewer Rehabilitation project with BLD Services, LLC

The Board approved several resolutions regarding lead service line identification, information systems management, and sewer equipment. The Board also adopted the September and October reports from the Pension, Operations, and Finance & Administration committees.

• Approved application to LA Dept of Health for Lead and Copper Rule compliance funding (R-145-2024)
• Approved renewal of professional services agreement with Avenu Insights and Analytics (R-142-2024)
• Approved contract for portable generators with Craig’s Electrical & Generator Service (R-131-2024)
• Approved amendment for on-call water valve services with Xylem Dewatering Solutions, Inc. (R-134-2024)
• Approved change order for Carrollton Basin No. 13 Sewer Rehabilitation with BLD Services, LLC (R-135-2024)
• Adopted September Pension Committee report
• Adopted September Operations Committee report
• Adopted October Finance & Administration Committee report

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review a funding application for lead service line identification and removal. The body will also consider several contract renewals, awards, and amendments.

• Resolution (R-145-2024): Application to the Louisiana Department of Health for Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund funding for lead service line removal
• Resolution (R-142-2024): Renewal #3 of professional services agreement with Avenu Insights and Analytics
• Resolution (R-131-2024): Contract award to Craig’s Electrical & Generator Service for portable generators for sewer
• Resolution (R-134-2024): Amendment No. 5 for on-call water valve operation services with Xylem Dewatering Solutions, Inc.
• Resolution (R-135-2024): Ratification of Change Order No. 1 for Carrollton Basin No. 13 Sewer Rehabilitation with BLD Services, LLC

The Finance and Administration Committee approved a funding application for lead service line identification and removal. The board also authorized a professional services agreement renewal and several sewer and water contracts. CFO Grey Lewis provided a cash flow update noting August 2024 revenues were below budget.

• Approved Resolution R-145-2024 to apply for Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund funding for lead service line removal
• Approved Resolution R-142-2024 to renew professional services agreement with Avenu Insights and Analytics
• Approved Resolution R-131-2024 awarding portable generator contract to Craig’s Electrical & Generator Service
• Approved Resolution R-134-2024 for Amendment No. 5 to the agreement with Xylem Dewatering Solutions, Inc.
• Approved Resolution R-135-2024 ratifying Change Order No. 1 for Carrollton Basin No. 13 Sewer Rehabilitation with BLD Services, LLC

Evaluation Selection Committee-Fleet Liability Claims Services

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans’ Evaluation Selection Committee will meet to discuss, evaluate, and rate responses to a request for proposal for fleet liability claims services (Solicitation #2024-SWB-30). The committee will announce rankings, hear public comment, and make a recommendation at this meeting.

• Fleet Liability Claims Services RFP evaluation under Solicitation #2024-SWB-30
• Committee to rank respondents and recommend vendor selection

Infrastructure Advisory Board

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Infrastructure Advisory Board will convene to approve the agenda, minutes, and quarterly report. Presentations will cover a Fair Share Agreement financial update, Public Works infrastructure updates, Sewerage & Water Board infrastructure updates, and a Drainage Consolidation Working Group update. No substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

Audit Committee

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Audit Committee meets to hear the 2023 annual financial statement audit from EisnerAmper and an update from the board’s internal audit department. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

The committee received a presentation on the 2023 Annual Financial Statement Audit from EisnerAmper. Chief Audit Executive Ed Sutherland provided an update on internal audit reviews regarding warehouse controls for brass and copper. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Reviewed 2023 Annual Financial Statement Audit presentation
• Reviewed internal audit update on warehouse controls for brass and copper

Special Pension

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans holds a special meeting to review second-quarter fixed income and equities investments for its pension fund. The board will also accept public comments before adjourning.

Board of Directors

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans board will meet to decide on setting 2025 drainage millage rates and authorizing $90.6M in water revenue bonds. Members will also ratify 13 contract change orders and accept final work on two sewer projects.

• Resolution R-126-2024: Set Sewerage and Water Board drainage millage rates for 2025
• Resolution R-143-2024: Authorize $86,000,000 water revenue bond
• Resolution R-144-2024: Authorize $4,600,000 water revenue bond
• Ratify 13 change orders for infrastructure projects including watermain replacements on Leonidas St and Carrollton Basin sewer rehabilitation
• Authorize final acceptance of Contract 2150 watermain replacement and Contract 30227 Mid City Basin sewer rehabilitation

The Board authorized two water revenue bonds totaling $90.6 million and approved the 2025 drainage millage rates. The Board also ratified multiple contract change orders and amendments for water and sewer infrastructure projects.

• Approved $86M Water Revenue Bond (R-143-2024)
• Approved $4.6M Water Revenue Bond (R-144-2024)
• Approved 2025 Drainage Millage Rates (R-126-2024)
• Approved authorization to acquire properties for East Bank Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion (R-130-2024)
• Approved first renewal of river and mason sand contract with MST Enterprises (R-108-2024)
• Approved 11 contract change order ratifications for various water and sewer projects
• Approved 5 contract amendments for the Water Line Replacement and Water Hammer Hazard programs
• Approved final acceptance of contracts for Leonidas St watermain and Mid City Basin No. 1 sewer rehabilitation

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will meet to receive updates on two specific infrastructure initiatives. The session includes presentations on the Smart Metering Program and the Backflow Prevention Program.

• Smart Metering Program update
• Backflow Prevention Program update

The committee heard presentations regarding the Smart Meter Program and the Backflow Prevention Program. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Pension Committee

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Pension Committee will hear a market performance summary and an asset allocation transition plan from Marquette & Associates, Inc. Members will also review the August 2024 supplemental investment report. No decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

• Executive summary of August 2024 market performance by Kweku Obed (Marquette & Associates)
• Asset allocation transition plan presentation by Kweku Obed (Marquette & Associates)
• August 2024 supplemental investment report review

The committee reviewed the August 2024 Market Performance executive summary and the Asset Allocation Transition Plan Update. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Received August 2024 Market Performance and Asset Allocation Transition Plan Update
• Scheduled special meeting for September 24 to discuss real estate and infrastructure manager search book

Evaluation Selection Committee-Professional Worker's Comp

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate responses for a Professional Worker’s Compensation rebid. The body will rank respondents and provide a recommendation based on Solicitation # 2024-SWB-18.

• Evaluation and rating of proposal responses for Professional Worker’s Compensation (Solicitation # 2024-SWB-18)

Board of Directors

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans board meets to ratify three change orders and one contract amendment for sewer and water infrastructure projects. The board will also receive monthly reports from various departments and enter an executive session to discuss an ongoing lawsuit.

• Ratify Change Order No. 1 for $30247 sewer restoration project with CMG Pipelines Inc.
• Ratify Change Order No. 7 for $1417 static frequency converter project with Walter J. Barnes Co, Inc.
• Ratify Change Order No. 1 for $30233 Carrollton Basin No. 4 sewer rehabilitation with Hard Rock Construction, LLC
• Amend No. 8 to water line replacement program agreement with ECM Consultants, Inc

The Board approved the June 26 meeting minutes and the July Finance and Pension reports. Several contract change orders for sewer rehabilitation and engineering services were ratified. The Board also approved a Special Counsel recommendation regarding workers' compensation.

• Approved minutes of the June 26, 2024, Board Meeting
• Adopted July Finance report as amended
• Adopted July Pension report as amended
• Ratified Change Order No. 1 for Contract 30247 with CMG Pipelines Inc.
• Ratified Change Order No. 7 for Contract 1417 with Walter J. Barnes Co, Inc.
• Ratified Change Order No. 1 for Contract 30233 with Hard Rock Construction, LLC
• Approved Amendment No. 8 to the agreement with ECM Consultants, Inc
• Approved Special Counsel recommendation regarding workers comp

Board of Trustees

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Board of Trustees will meet to consider a resolution regarding pensioner cost of living adjustments. The board will also review investment reports and the employee pension committee election process.

• Resolution (R-113-2024) to accept 2024 Cost of Living Adjustment for Board Pensioners calculated by Rudd & Wisdom, Inc.
• May and June 2024 Supplemental Investment Report from Marquette & Associates, Inc.
• Employee Pension Committee Election Process

The Board of Trustees approved the 2024 cost of living adjustment for board pensioners as calculated by Rudd & Wisdom, Inc. The board also approved the minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting.

• Approved Resolution (R-113-2024) to accept 2024 Cost of Living Adjustment for Board Pensioners
• Approved minutes dated June 26, 2024

Evaluation Selection Committee-Professional Worker's Comp

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate responses to a request for proposal for Professional Worker’s Compensation. The body will rank respondents and make a recommendation based on the solicitation.

• Evaluation of Proposal Responses for Professional Worker’s Compensation (Solicitation # 2024-SWB-18)

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will receive a financial summary update and reports from the CFO, FEMA, and EDBP. The committee will consider the ratification of three contract change orders and one agreement amendment for infrastructure projects.

• Resolution R-102-2024: Change Order No. 1 for gravity flow sanitary sewer restoration with CMG Pipelines Inc.
• Resolution R-103-2024: Change Order No. 7 for Static Frequency Converter Procurement with Walter J. Barnes Co, Inc.
• Resolution R-105-2024: Change Order No. 1 for Carrollton Basin No. 4 Sewer Rehabilitation with Hard Rock Construction, LLC
• Resolution R-104-2024: Amendment No. 8 for Water Line Replacement Program design and engineering services with ECM Consultants, Inc

The committee approved three contract change orders for sewer rehabilitation and restoration projects. Additionally, the committee approved an amendment for design and engineering services related to the Water Line Replacement Program.

• Ratified Change Order No. 1 for Contract 30247 (CMG Pipelines Inc.) regarding gravity flow sanitary sewers
• Ratified Change Order No. 7 for Contract 1417 (Walter J. Barnes Co, Inc.) regarding Static Frequency Converter Procurement
• Ratified Change Order No. 1 for Contract 30233 (Hard Rock Construction, LLC) regarding Carrollton Basin No. 4 Sewer Rehabilitation
• Approved Amendment No. 8 for ECM Consultants, Inc regarding Water Line Replacement Program design and engineering

Pension Committee

The Pension Committee will meet to review market performance and asset allocation plans. The body is scheduled to vote on a resolution regarding the 2024 cost of living adjustment for board pensioners.

• Resolution (R-113-2024) to accept 2024 Cost of Living Adjustment for Board Pensioners
• Election update for an Active Employee member
• Executive Summary of May 2024 Market Performance
• Asset Allocation Transition Plan
• May and June 2024 Supplemental Investment Report

The committee approved a resolution to accept the 2024 Cost of Living Adjustment for Board Pensioners as calculated by Rudd & Wisdom, Inc. Members also received presentations on the committee election process and market performance updates.

• Approved Resolution (R-113-2024) to accept 2024 Cost of Living Adjustment for Board Pensioners

Evaluation Selection Committee-Janitorial Services

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate responses to a request for proposal for janitorial services. The committee will rank respondents and make a recommendation.

• Evaluation of Proposal Responses for Janitorial Services (Solicitation # 2024-SWB-06)

Board of Directors

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans is meeting to authorize rules for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The board will also consider contract amendments for water line replacement and sewer rehabilitation projects.

• Resolution (R-041-2024) regarding ADA compliance with Act 393 of the Louisiana Legislature
• Resolution (R-111-2024) for the 2024 Microsoft Enterprise License Agreement renewal
• Ratification of change orders for Mid City Basin No. 1 and No. 2 Sewer Rehabilitation with Fleming Construction Company, LLC
• Amendments for design and engineering services for the Water Line Replacement Program with Integrated Logistical Support, Inc and Meyer Engineers, Ltd
• Resolution (R-112-2024) for Amendment No. 5 to the Cogsdale Corporation agreement

The Board approved rules for compliance with Louisiana Act 393 regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act. It also approved a series of resolutions for software licenses, sewer rehabilitation change orders, and water line replacement engineering services.

• Approved Resolution R-041-2024 for ADA compliance rules and procedures
• Approved 2024 Microsoft Enterprise License Agreement renewal (R-111-2024)
• Approved Amendment No. 5 to Cogsdale Corporation maintenance agreement (R-112-2024)
• Ratified Change Order No. 1 for Mid City Basin No. 1 Sewer Rehabilitation (R-095-2024)
• Ratified Change Order No. 2 for Mid City Basin No. 2 Sewer Rehabilitation (R-096-2024)
• Approved Amendment No. 8 to Integrated Logistical Support, Inc for water line replacement (R-094-2024)
• Approved Amendment No. 11 to Meyer Engineers, Ltd for water line replacement (R-098-2024)
• Approved final acceptance of Contract E-SFM-001-2023 (R-099-2024)

Board of Trustees

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans Board of Trustees will meet to consider a resolution regarding the 2024 contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System. The board will also review an actuarial valuation report and the pension committee election process.

• Resolution (R-110-2024) to accept 2024 contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System
• Actuarial Valuation Report as of January 1, 2024
• Employee Pension Committee Election Process

The Board of Trustees approved the minutes from March 27, 2024. The Board also passed a resolution to accept the 2024 contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System of the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans.

• Approved minutes dated March 27, 2024
• Approved Resolution (R-110-2024) to accept 2024 contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System

Governance Committee

The Governance Committee will discuss and vote on rules and regulations to comply with Act 393 of the Louisiana Legislature regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act. The meeting includes a presentation and a resolution to authorize these procedures.

• Resolution (R-041-2024) authorizing rules and procedures for compliance with Act 393 (ADA)
• Presentation on ADA compliance by Renee Lapeyrolerie, Chief of Staff
• Review of Act 393 of 2023 ADA compliance via electronic participation
• Review of ADA Web Form Snippet

Infrastructure Advisory Board

The Infrastructure Advisory Board will meet to review quarterly reports and receive updates on city infrastructure. Presentations will cover the Fair Share Agreement financial status and reports from the Department of Public Works and the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans.

• Fair Share Agreement financial update from the City of New Orleans
• Infrastructure update from the Department of Public Works
• Infrastructure update from the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans
• Drainage Consolidation Working Group update
• Approval of the Quarterly Report

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will receive a financial summary update and review several contract amendments. The body is deciding on the renewal of a Microsoft license and changes to sewer and water line projects.

• Renewal of Microsoft Enterprise License Agreement (R-111-2024)
• Amendment No. 5 to the Cogsdale Corporation Maintenance and Support Agreement (R-112-2024)
• Change Order No. 1 for Mid City Basin No. 1 Sewer Rehabilitation with Fleming Construction Company, LLC (R-095-2024)
• Change Order No. 2 for Mid City Basin No. 2 Sewer Rehabilitation with Fleming Construction Company, LLC (R-096-2024)
• Design and Engineering amendments for the Water Line Replacement Program with Integrated Logistical Support, Inc and Meyer Engineers, Ltd

The Finance and Administration Committee approved several contract amendments, software license renewals, and the ratification of change orders for sewer rehabilitation. The committee also received a cash flow update reporting $63.5M in past due accounts receivables as of April 30, 2024.

• Approved 2024 Renewal of Microsoft Enterprise License Agreement (R-111-2024)
• Approved Amendment No. 5 to the Cogsdale Corporation Maintenance and Support Agreement (R-112-2024)
• Ratified Change Order No. 1 for Mid City Basin No. 1 Sewer Rehabilitation with Fleming Construction Company, LLC (R-095-2024)
• Ratified Change Order No. 2 for Mid City Basin No. 2 Sewer Rehabilitation with Fleming Construction Company, LLC (R-096-2024)
• Approved Amendment No. 8 to the Integrated Logistical Support, Inc agreement for Water Line Replacement Program (R-094-2024)
• Approved Amendment No. 11 to the Meyer Engineers, Ltd agreement for Water Line Replacement Program (R-098-2024)
• Approved Final Acceptance of Contract E-SFM-001-2023 (R-099-2024)

Pension Committee

The committee will review the Actuarial Valuation Report for the Employees’ Retirement Systems as of January 1, 2024. Members will consider a resolution to accept the 2024 contribution to the retirement system.

• Presentation of Actuarial Valuation Report by Mitchell Bilbe of Rudd & Wisdom
• Resolution (R-110-2024) to accept 2024 contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System

The Pension Committee approved Resolution R-110-2024 to accept the 2024 contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System of the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans. The committee also received an actuarial valuation report and information regarding the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP).

• Approved Resolution R-110-2024 to accept 2024 contribution to the Employees’ Retirement System (carried)

Evaluation Selection Committee-Healthcare Plan Consultant

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate responses for Solicitation # 2024-SWB-04. The body will rank respondents and provide a recommendation for a healthcare plan consultant.

• Evaluation and rating of proposal responses for Healthcare Plan Consultant (Solicitation # 2024-SWB-04)
• Announcement of respondents' rankings
• Committee recommendation for selection

Selection Committee Meeting

The Selection Committee is meeting to select a Chair and Vice Chair and adopt by-laws. The body will discuss and vet four applications for candidates.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of By-Laws
• Review of applications from H. Davis Cole, Carling Dinkler, Amber McKnight, and C. Clark Thompson

Operations Committee Meeting

The Operations Committee will meet to receive updates on the agency's strategic plan. The committee will also review an overview of the Lead & Copper Rule Program.

• Strategic Plan Update presented by Jamie Parker and Kaitlin Tymrak
• Lead & Copper Rule Program Overview presented by Felicia Bergeron

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will discuss a financial summary update and vote on several resolutions. These include modifications to water revenue bonds and the awarding or renewal of contracts for sewer and water infrastructure projects.

• Modification of preliminary approval for Water Revenue Bonds (R-097-2024)
• Contract award for Sycamore Filter Gallery Structural and Filter Rehab to Industrial and Mechanical Contractors, Inc (R-087-2024)
• Contract award for Carrollton Basin No. 20 Sewer Rehabilitation to Hard Rock Construction, LLC (R-089-2024)
• Amendment to the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for Carrollton Power Plant Static Frequency Changers 2 and 3 (R-072-2024)
• Final acceptance of Algiers Lock Forebay Waterline Replacement contract (R-070-2024)

The Finance and Administration Committee approved a modification for water revenue bonds and authorized several contract awards, renewals, and amendments. The committee also ratified change orders for sewer rehabilitation and transmission main projects. A financial update reported $57.2M in past due accounts receivables as of March 31, 2024.

• Approved modification of preliminary approval for Water Revenue Bonds (R-097-2024)
• Approved contract awards and renewals for ETI Janitorial, A.Y. McDonald, Hamps Enterprises, LLC, Industrial and Mechanical Contractors, Inc, and Hard Rock Construction, LLC
• Ratified change orders for Wallace C. Drennan, Inc, BLD Services, LLC, and Hard Rock Construction, LLC
• Approved contract amendments for the City of New Orleans and HDR Engineering, Inc
• Authorized final acceptance of contracts with Fleming Construction Company, LLC, Wallace C. Drennan, Inc, and Atakapa Services, LLC

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will meet to hear a presentation from Chief Audit Executive Ed Sutherland. The primary focus of the meeting is the 2nd Quarter Audit Department Update.

• 2nd Quarter Audit Department Update presented by Ed Sutherland

The Audit Committee received a presentation from Chief Audit Executive Ed Sutherland regarding an internal review of occupational safety. The review identified five findings related to training, supervision, reporting, and data utilization. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Pension Committee

The Pension Committee will review an executive summary of April 2024 market performance. The body will also discuss an asset allocation transition plan and supplemental investment reports from Marquette & Associates, Inc.

• Executive Summary of April 2024 Market Performance
• Asset Allocation Transition Plan
• March 2024 and April 2024 Supplemental Investment Report

The Pension Committee reviewed the March and April 2024 Market Performance Executive Summary and the Asset Allocation Transition Plan Update. No formal votes or policy changes were recorded during the meeting.

• Received March and April 2024 Market Performance and Asset Allocation Transition Plan updates

Evaluation Selection Committee-Healthcare Plan Consultant

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate responses to Solicitation # 2024-SWB-04. The body will rank respondents and provide a recommendation for a healthcare plan consultant.

• Evaluation and rating of proposal responses for Solicitation # 2024-SWB-04 (Healthcare Plan Consultant)

Board of Directors

The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans is meeting to vote on an amendment to Section 14 of the plumbing code regarding cross connection control. The board will also review several contract awards, renewals, and change orders for infrastructure projects.

• Resolution (R-069-2024): Amendment of Section 14 of the Plumbing Code Relative to Cross Connection Control
• Resolution (R-050-2024): Contract award for WPC Phase 1 Installation and Commissioning to Frischhertz Barnes
• Resolution (R-056-2024): Change Order No. 12 for sludge dryer installation at East Bank Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Resolution (R-061-2024): Final acceptance of 60-inch sewer force main repair on Florida Ave
• Resolution (R-060-2024): Contract amendment for Advanced Metering Infrastructure consulting with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc

The Board approved a contract for the West Power Complex and several renewals for water main and sewer repairs. It also adopted the April reports for the Operations, Plumbing, and Finance & Administration committees.

• Approved Contract 1420 for WPC Phase 1 Installation and Commissioning with Frischhertz Barnes, a Joint Venture
• Approved Amendment to Plumbing Code regarding Cross Connection Control (R-069-2024)
• Approved third renewal of Contract 8164 for skilled and unskilled labor with JEI Solutions
• Approved first renewal of Contract 2164 for water main replacements with Wallace C. Drennan, Inc
• Approved second and final renewal of Contract 8166 for repaving open cuts with Wallace C. Drennan, Inc
• Approved first renewal of Contract 30246 for sanitary sewer main restoration with Wallace C. Drennan, Inc
• Approved final acceptance of Contract 2158 for water main point repair with Wallace C. Drennan, LLC
• Approved final acceptance of Contract 2021 for 60-inch sewer force main repair with Boh Bros Construction, LLC

Plumbing Committee Meeting

The Plumbing Committee will meet to discuss a specific amendment to the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans Plumbing Code. The session includes a scheduled action item and a period for public comment.

• Resolution (R-069-2024): Amendment of Section 14 of the Plumbing Code regarding Cross Connection Control

Governance Committee

The Governance Committee is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding compliance with Louisiana Act 393. This action item focuses on establishing rules, regulations, and procedures for the Americans with Disabilities Act.

• Resolution (R-041-2024) regarding compliance with Louisiana Act 393 for the Americans with Disabilities Act

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review a financial summary update and vote on several contract awards, renewals, and amendments. The meeting includes decisions on infrastructure repairs and professional consulting services.

• Contract award for WPC Phase 1 Installation and Commissioning to Frischhertz Barnes
• Renewals for labor maintenance (JEI Solutions) and water main replacements (Wallace C. Drennan, Inc)
• Ratification of change orders for the East Bank Wastewater Treatment Plant sludge dryer and West Power Complex foundations
• Contract amendments for Advanced Metering Infrastructure and water valve operation services
• Final acceptance of 60-Inch Sewer Force Main Repair on Florida Ave

The Committee approved several contract awards, renewals, and amendments for infrastructure and labor services. It also ratified two change orders and authorized final acceptance for two completed projects. The meeting included a financial update reporting $22.5M in March 2024 collections.

• Approved contract award for WPC Phase 1 Installation and Commissioning to Frischhertz Barnes (R-050-2024)
• Approved contract renewals for JEI Solutions, Wallace C. Drennan, Inc (R-057-2024, R-059-2024, R-068-2024)
• Approved repaving contract renewal for Wallace C. Drennan, Inc (R-067-2024)
• Ratified change orders for East Bank Wastewater Treatment Plant sludge dryer and West Power Complex foundations (R-056-2024, R-063-2024)
• Approved contract amendments for Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc and Pure Technologies U.S. Inc (R-060-2024, R-062-2024)
• Authorized final acceptance of water main repairs by Wallace C. Drennan, LLC (R-058-2024)
• Authorized final acceptance of Florida Ave sewer force main repair by Boh Bros Construction, LLC (R-061-2024)

Plumbing Committee Meeting

The Plumbing Committee is meeting to discuss a specific amendment to the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans Plumbing Code. The session includes a review of a resolution regarding cross connection control.

• Resolution (R-069-2024): Amendment of Section 14 of the Plumbing Code relative to Cross Connection Control

The Plumbing Committee deferred item R-069-2024 to the next meeting. Infrastructure Project Manager II Nine Henriksson presented proposed changes to the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans plumbing code.

• Deferred R-069-2024 to the next Plumbing Committee meeting

Operations Committee Meeting

The Operations Committee will receive updates on the Smart Metering Program and the organization's Strategic Plan. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Smart Metering Program update
• Strategic Plan update

The committee received updates on the Smart Meter Program, Strike Team, and Smart Meter Billing. The Strategic Plan Update was deferred to the next meeting.

• Deferred Strategic Plan Update to the next Operations Committee meeting

Infrastructure Advisory Board

The Infrastructure Advisory Board will meet to review quarterly reports and progress updates. The session includes financial and infrastructure updates from the City of New Orleans and the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans.

• Fair Share Agreement financial update from the City of New Orleans
• Infrastructure update from the Department of Public Works
• Infrastructure update from the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans
• Drainage Consolidation Working Group update
• Discussion of the IAB Progress Report

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to accept previous meeting minutes and hold a listening session regarding the pension plan. Lead Actuary Mitchell Bilbe of Rudd & Wisdom will present on roles, responsibilities, and general plan education.

• Pension Plan listening session on roles, responsibilities, and best practices
• Acceptance of December 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Trustees approved the meeting minutes from December 20, 2023. A presentation was held regarding Pension Plan roles, best practices, and actuarial studies. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes dated December 20, 2023

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider several contract renewals and awards for infrastructure repairs across Orleans Parish. The meeting includes a resolution to declare a vacancy for the Council District A board seat and an executive session regarding legal matters and director evaluation.

• Resolution (R-066-2024) to declare a vacancy on the Board for Council District A
• Contract award (R-036-2024) to Fleming Construction Co, LLC for repaving open cuts in streets, driveways, and sidewalks
• Contract renewals (R-051-2024, R-052-2024) with Boh Bros. Construction Co., LLC for water main and fire hydrant replacement
• Final acceptance of Contract 30245 for Carrollton Basin Sewer Rehabilitation No. 3 with Palmisano Construction, LLC
• Contract renewal (R-053-2024) with CMG Pipelines for repaving open cuts

The Board approved several resolutions for street repaving, water main repairs, and power complex upgrades. It also authorized a 3% salary increase and expanded annual leave carry-over for the Executive Director. The Board adopted March reports from the Audit, Strategy, Finance, and Governance committees.

• Approved March reports for Audit, Strategy, Finance, and Governance committees
• Approved Resolution R-066-2024 declaring a vacancy for Council District A
• Approved Resolution R-064-2024 for Internal Audit Plan
• Approved Resolution R-065-2024 Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire
• Approved 12 resolutions for repaving, water main repairs, and power complex change orders
• Approved 3% salary increase for the Executive Director
• Approved increasing Executive Director unused annual leave carry-over from 45 to 90 days
• Approved minutes from the March 4, 2024 meeting

Evaluation Selection Committee-On Call Emergency Hazardous Response

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate responses for Solicitation # 2024-SWB-04. The body will rank respondents and provide a recommendation for on-call emergency hazardous materials response services.

• Evaluation and rating of proposal responses for Solicitation # 2024-SWB-04 (On Call Emergency Response for Hazardous Materials)

Governance Committee

The Governance Committee will receive an update on 2024 Louisiana legislation from Chief of Staff Renee Lapeyrolerie. The committee will also hold an executive session to evaluate the Executive Director.

• 2024 Louisiana Legislative Update
• Executive Director evaluation in executive session

The Governance Committee met on March 13, 2024. The committee received an update on the 2024 Louisiana Legislature Regular session and held an executive session regarding the Executive Director Evaluation. No action was taken during the executive session.

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review a financial summary update and vote on several contract awards and renewals. The meeting includes decisions on street repaving, water main repairs, and change orders for power and plant infrastructure.

• Contract 8171 for repaving open cuts in streets, driveways, and sidewalks with Fleming Construction Co, LLC
• Renewals of Contracts 2162 and 2163 for water main point repair and hydrant replacement with Boh Bros. Construction Co., LLC
• Renewal of Contract 8168 for repaving open cuts with CMG Pipelines
• Change Order No. 3 for Contract 1438 regarding Combustion Turbine Generator 7 procurement with Solar Turbines, Inc.
• Final acceptance of Contract 30245 for Carrollton Basin Sewer Rehabilitation No. 3 with Palmisano Construction, LLC

The Finance and Administration Committee approved several contract renewals, awards, and change orders for infrastructure repairs and equipment. The committee also accepted the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire and finalized three construction contracts. CFO Grey Lewis provided a cash flow update noting that January 2024 cash levels exceeded minimum thresholds.

• Approved Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire (R-065-2024)
• Approved contract renewal for repaving open cuts with CMG Pipelines (R-053-2024)
• Approved contract award to Fleming Construction Co, LLC for repaving open cuts (R-036-2024)
• Approved two contract renewals for water main and hydrant repairs with Boh Bros. Construction Co., LLC (R-051-2024, R-052-2024)
• Ratified four contract change orders for West Power Complex, Static Frequency Converter, DPS No. 6 I Pump, and Carrollton Water Plant (R-037-2024, R-038-2024, R-054-2024, R-049-2024)
• Approved change order for Combustion Turbine Generator 7 procurement with Solar Turbines, Inc. (R-055-2024)
• Authorized final acceptance of Carrollton Basin Sewer Rehabilitation No. 3 with Palmisano Construction, LLC (R-027-2024)
• Authorized final acceptance of Boiler House Fan Modifications and gravity flow sanitary sewer repairs (R-039-2024, R-040-2024)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will receive an update on internal audits and a report regarding billing collections. The committee is also considering a resolution to authorize the performance of the Internal Audit Plan.

• Billing Collections Audit Report presentation
• Resolution (R-064-2024) to authorize Internal Audit Plan

The Audit Committee approved the 2024 Internal Audit Plan. Chief Audit Executive Ed Sutherland presented findings from a utility billing audit covering January 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, which identified seven areas for improvement.

• Approved Resolution (R-064-2024) authorizing performance of Internal Audit Plan

Strategy Committee

The Strategy Committee will meet to receive presentations on green infrastructure and communications. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Green Infrastructure Update presented by Grace Vogel
• Communications Update presented by Grace Birch

The committee received a status update on the 2014 Green Infrastructure Plan and current grant efforts. Executive Director Ghassan Korban discussed the search for alternative revenue sources as existing funding is nearly exhausted. No formal votes or policy decisions were made.

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will discuss the preliminary approval of water revenue bonds and supplemental sewerage service revenue bonds. The meeting includes several contract awards for sewer rehabilitation and transmission main replacements, as well as contract amendments for wastewater treatment plant management.

• Preliminary approval for Water Revenue Bonds (R-044-2024)
• Sewer rehabilitation contracts for Carrollton Basin No. 16, No. 5, and No. 19
• Transmission main replacement change orders for S. Claiborne and Grape/Eden/S. Dupre streets
• Contract amendment for operations and management at Eastbank and Westbank Wastewater Treatment Plants with Veolia Water North America – South, LLC
• Renewal of contract for furnishing sodium hyprochlorite to Algiers and Carrollton Water Plants

The Board approved preliminary water revenue bonds and two supplemental sewerage service revenue bond resolutions. Members also approved a large group of resolutions covering sewer rehabilitation, water plant supplies, and engineering contract amendments.

• Approved preliminary Water Revenue Bonds (R-044-2024)
• Approved Tenth Supplemental Sewerage Service Revenue Bond Resolution (R-045-2024)
• Approved Eleventh Supplemental Sewerage Service Revenue Bond Resolution (R-046-2024)
• Approved February reports for Pension, Operations, and Finance & Administration committees
• Approved 2024 SWBNO Holiday Schedule (R-048-2024)
• Approved multiple sewer rehabilitation contracts including Carrollton Basin No. 16, 5, and 19
• Approved contract renewal for sodium hyprochlorite furnishing to Algiers and Carrollton plants
• Approved various contract amendments for HDR Engineering, Veolia, and Stantec Consulting Services

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider preliminary approval for water revenue bonds and supplemental sewerage service revenue bonds. The meeting includes votes on multiple sewer rehabilitation contracts and transmission main replacements. The board will also review contract amendments for wastewater treatment plant operations and engineering services.

• Preliminary approval for Water Revenue Bonds (R-044-2024)
• Sewer rehabilitation contracts for Carrollton Basin No. 5, 16, and 19
• Transmission main replacement change orders for S. Claiborne and Grape St./Eden St./S. Dupre St.
• Contract amendment for operations at Eastbank and Westbank Wastewater Treatment Plants with Veolia Water North America
• Contract for furnishing sodium hypochlorite to Algiers and Carrollton Water Plants

Finance and Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is reviewing preliminary approvals for water and sewer revenue bonds. The body is also considering contract awards for sewer rehabilitation and amendments to wastewater treatment plant management services.

• Preliminary approval for Water Revenue Bonds (R-044-2024)
• Tenth and Eleventh Supplemental Sewerage Service Revenue Bond Resolutions
• Amendment to the agreement for East and West Bank Wastewater Treatment Plants with Veolia Water North America – South, LLC
• Sewer rehabilitation contracts for Carrollton Basin No. 16, No. 5, and No. 19
• Transmission main replacement change orders for S. Claiborne and Grape St./Eden St./S. Dupre St.

The committee granted preliminary approval for water revenue bonds and approved several supplemental sewerage service revenue bond resolutions. Members also approved various contract awards, renewals, amendments, and change order ratifications for sewer and water infrastructure projects. One contract for Carrollton Basin Sewer Rehabilitation No. 3 was deferred.

• Approved preliminary Water Revenue Bonds (R-044-2024)
• Approved 10th and 11th Supplemental Sewerage Service Revenue Bond Resolutions (R-045-2024, R-046-2024)
• Approved 4th contract amendment for HDR Engineering (R-047-2024)
• Approved 5 contract awards and renewals, including sewer rehabilitation for Carrollton Basins 16, 5, and 19
• Approved 5 contract change order ratifications, including transmission main replacements
• Approved 5 contract amendments, including services for wastewater treatment plants and waterline replacement
• Approved final acceptance for contracts 30250 and 2156
• Deferred final acceptance of contract 30245 for Carrollton Basin Sewer Rehabilitation No. 3

Pension Committee

The Pension Committee received a market performance update and an asset allocation transition plan. No substantive decisions or votes on policy were recorded during the meeting.

• Received January 2024 Market Performance Executive Summary
• Received Asset Allocation Transition Plan Update
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Operations Committee Meeting

The Operations Committee will review updates regarding the People Plan and the Performance Evaluation Program. The committee is scheduled to take action on the 2024 holiday schedule.

• Resolution (R-048-2024) 2024 SWBNO Holiday Schedule
• People Plan Update by David Benson, PFM
• Performance Evaluation Program Update by HR Director Juli Sholar

The Operations Committee approved the 2024 SWBNO holiday schedule. The committee also received presentations regarding the People Plan workforce model and the 2024/2025 merit pay evaluation process.

• Approved 2024 SWBNO Holiday Schedule (R-048-2024)

Evaluation Selection Committee-800 MHZ Digital 10 Channel Trunked Radio Sys

The Evaluation Selection Committee will discuss and rate proposal responses for the 800 MHz Digital 10 Channel Trunked Radio System. The committee will announce respondent rankings and provide a formal recommendation.

• Solicitation # 2023-SWB-81: 800 MHZ Digital 10 Channel Trunked Radio System

Board of Directors

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans is meeting to award several sewer rehabilitation contracts and a professional services agreement for a Water Treatment Master Plan. The board will also consider contract amendments for the Water Line Replacement Program and discuss potential litigation regarding water meters in an executive session.

• Contract award to USALCO for furnishing ferric sulfate to Algiers and Carrollton Water Plants
• Sewer rehabilitation awards to Wallace C. Drennan, Inc, BLD Services, LLC, and Hard Rock Construction, LLC
• Professional Services Agreement with CDM Smith for the Water Treatment Master Plan
• Amendments to Water Line Replacement Program agreements with Digital Engineering & Imaging, G.E.C., Linfield, Hunter & Junius, and Mott MacDonald
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation against a water meter manufacturer

The Board approved several contract awards for sewer rehabilitation and water treatment services, including a professional services agreement for a Water Treatment Master Plan. The Board also ratified six contract change orders and four amendments related to the Water Line Replacement Program. Minutes from the December 20, 2023, meeting were accepted.

• Approved contract awards for ferric sulfate furnishing (USALCO) and sewer rehabilitation (Wallace C. Drennan, Inc, BLD Services, LLC, and Hard Rock Construction, LLC)
• Approved professional services agreement for Water Treatment Master Plan with CDM Smith
• Approved second renewal of contract 30238 for sanitary sewer restoration with Wallace C. Drennan, Inc
• Ratified six contract change orders including fuel delivery, sewer rehabilitation, and power equipment projects
• Approved four amendments to the Water Line Replacement Program (Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc, G.E.C., Inc, Linfield, Hunter & Junius, Inc, and Mott MacDonald, LLC)
• Approved minutes of the December 20, 2023, Board meeting
• Deferred Special Counsel recommendation to the next Board meeting

Evaluation Selection Committee-Stormwater Monitoring and Sampling Equipment

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate proposal responses for Solicitation # 2023-SWB-41. The body will rank respondents and provide a recommendation for stormwater monitoring and sampling equipment.

• Evaluation and rating of proposal responses for Solicitation # 2023-SWB-41 (Stormwater Monitoring and Sampling Equipment)

Evaluation Selection Committee-Debt Collection Agency Services

The Evaluation Selection Committee is meeting to review and rate responses for Solicitation # 2023-SWB-78. The body will rank respondents and provide a recommendation for debt collection agency services.

• Evaluation and rating of proposal responses for Debt Collection Agency Services (Solicitation # 2023-SWB-78)
• Announcement of respondents' rankings
• Committee recommendation for agency selection

Board of Directors

The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans is meeting to award several sewer rehabilitation contracts and authorize a Water Treatment Master Plan. The board will also review financial updates and discuss potential litigation regarding water meters in an executive session.

• Award of contract for Water Treatment Master Plan to CDM Smith
• Sewer rehabilitation contracts for Carrollton Basins No. 3, 17, and 18
• Contract for furnishing ferric sulfate to Algiers and Carrollton Water Plants with USALCO
• Amendments to the Water Line Replacement Program with four different firms
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation against a water meter manufacturer