Water and Sewer Board - 14 Apr 2026

The City of Englewood Colorado Water and Sewer Board held a meeting on April 14, 2026, primarily discussing proposed municipal code changes to enable mandatory water use restrictions and penalties for water waste in response to drought conditions. The board reviewed the current voluntary conservation measures and considered transitioning to mandatory restrictions, with enforcement authority resting with the utilities director and implementation decisions typically made by the city council. The discussion included potential adjustments to the water rate structure, such as an inclining block rate to encourage conservation, and concerns about affordability and due process related to enforcement actions like water shutoffs. The board voted to approve the code amendments as written, with some members dissenting. Additionally, the board approved a $47,125 change order for additional design services related to a critical water line relocation at the water treatment plant construction site. The board also agreed to consider a potential inclining block rate structure in a future meeting within six to nine months, with an option to expedite a short-term proposal.