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Sep 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Laguna Madre Water District Board of Directors Regular Meeting
The board meeting covered several operational and financial agenda items. Reports were provided regarding reservoir levels, project updates at Long Island Village, utility rate surveys, and investment activities. The board approved Work Order No. 6 for the Seawater Plant Pilot Plant Operation, adopted the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, and authorized resolutions for water, wastewater, and raw water rate schedule adjustments. Additionally, the board approved contracts for worker's compensation, liability, and property insurance. A representative was appointed to the Southmost Regional Water Authority Board of Directors, and an executive session was held to discuss appraisal presentations, negotiations with the Port Isabel-San Benito Navigation District, and a lift station rehabilitation project.
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Laguna Madre Water District Board of Directors Regular Meeting
The board conducted a public hearing and subsequently adopted the ad valorem tax rates for the water district and the designated village area. Key reports included updates on reservoir levels and infrastructure projects, such as the high service pump station rehabilitation and the raw water transfer pump station. The board reviewed and approved several items, including a change order for sanitary sewer and water improvements, monthly financial and quarterly investment reports, and contracts for chemical supplies, asphalt paving services, and grounds keeping maintenance. Additionally, the board entered an executive session to discuss cybersecurity measures and personnel matters regarding the General Manager.
Aug 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Laguna Madre Water District Board of Directors Workshop Meeting
The Board discussed the proposed 2026-2027 General Fund budget, focusing on revenue projections affected by sewer service and water consumption declines, and strategies to offset lower revenue without increasing water and sewer rates. Discussion items included expense increases in electricity, insurance, and uniforms; capital outlay requests; and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Additionally, the Board requested staff to prepare options for future consideration regarding potential employee cost of living adjustments and rate increases to fund critical infrastructure capital projects.
Aug 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Laguna Madre Water District Board of Directors Regular Meeting
The board meeting covered a wide range of administrative and operational items. The General Manager and Superintendent provided reports on reservoir levels, cybersecurity training, grant applications, water delivery statistics, lagoon project progress, and infrastructure repairs. The board approved an order for the Board of Directors election, an amended project funding agreement for tax bonds, and a renewal of municipal advisory services and mailing equipment leases. Approval was granted for several change orders related to water plant and elevated storage tank improvements. The board also proposed a new tax rate for an upcoming public hearing, renewed group insurance policies, and authorized the disposal of surplus materials. Additionally, an executive session was held to discuss litigation, appraisal status, and personnel matters.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
