City of San Juan Commission Meeting - March 10th, 2026

The City of San Juan Commission Meeting on March 10th, 2026, covered a range of topics including community events, procurement, budget amendments, and utility rate adjustments. Key procurement discussions involved awarding contracts for annual aluminum sulfate supply for water treatment plants to Chem Trade Chemicals, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and responsible vendor selection. The commission also approved a budget amendment to increase the Economic Development Corporation's fiscal year 2025-2026 budget to fund a new communications and marketing specialist position, aiming to enhance city promotion and outreach. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed amendment to water and sewer rates, which had not been increased since 2009. The proposed increases, justified by rising operational costs and the need to maintain funding eligibility, sparked public concern due to their magnitude relative to inflation. Additionally, the commission authorized participation in the TASBY Energy Cooperative to leverage collective purchasing power for more favorable electricity rates, demonstrating strategic procurement to manage utility costs. Several voluntary annexation petitions were also approved, expanding city limits. The meeting concluded with executive session discussions on personnel and legal matters, including appointments and consulting agreements.