Soquel Creek Water District 05/05/2026

The Soquel Creek Water District held a regular meeting on May 5, 2026, during which several procurement and contract award decisions were made. The board reviewed and approved the contract award to Clark Brothers Incorporated for a major water treatment project addressing hexavalent chromium, with a retention of 10% of the contract value to ensure project completion. The project includes construction at the Bonita well site and upgrades to other well sites, with a total project cost around $20 million. Additionally, the board approved agreements for environmental compliance and engineering services during construction, as well as an extension of a memorandum of understanding with San Andreas Mutual Water Company for regional collaboration on emergency water services. The meeting also included public comments from district employees advocating for fair compensation and safety training related to ongoing projects, highlighting labor concerns amid the district's capital improvements.