Nevada County Grand Jury • 2014-2015

Washington County Water District

Published: December 04, 2015 11 pages
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Findings and Recommendations 9 findings

F1
The District’s residents, including fire department personnel, would benefit by having regular meetings and consistent postings of Board meeting agendas per the Brown Act.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
Post all Board meeting agendas in a public place per Brown Act requirements.
F2
The District’s operations could be carried out more effectively by having a comprehensive policy and procedures manual.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
Develop a comprehensive policy and procedures manual.
F3
Through Proposition 84 the taxpayers have made a substantial investment in the District water system.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
SCADA will enable operational and maintenance efficiencies.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
The District’s operations will benefit from the operations and maintenance plan which is to be provided by the current contract with CABY.
No recommendations for this finding
F6
Physical improvements to the water system will provide the District with data for more accurate billing and improve efficiencies, including the operation of the water treatment plant. Washington County Water
No recommendations for this finding
F7
The Board would benefit by receiving special district training which would include budgeting as well as receiving training on fire and medical service requirements and regulations.
Related Recommendations (1)
R4
Receive training on the governance of a special district.
F8
The District would benefit by reducing the turnover rate among board members.
No recommendations for this finding
F9
Based on its current income sources the District cannot continue to provide the water, fire and medical services along with the necessary long-term maintenance needs.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
Develop a financial plan for future operation and maintenance of the water system.

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Washington County Water District Special District