SJC Regional Water and Sewer District Meeting - Thursday May 7, 2026

The SJC Regional Water and Sewer District meeting held on May 7, 2026, primarily focused on financial approvals, operational updates, and regulatory compliance related to water and sewer services. The board approved claims totaling $156,140.66 for May and discussed significant late charges related to Oxford Township due to prior meter reading errors. There was detailed discussion on mercury discharge testing requirements imposed by the City of Elkhart and the need for monthly testing and reporting to comply with low discharge limits. The board also reviewed ongoing negotiations and updates regarding local limits, industrial user compliance, and potential changes to sewer use ordinances, including a proposed pre-treatment system at the Prairie View site to manage leachate discharge. Additionally, the board addressed reimbursement of legal expenses related to IURC proceedings and planned outreach to industrial users for state-required surveys. No new contracts or procurement awards were reported, but the discussions indicated potential future procurement related to treatment system modifications and regulatory compliance activities.