Water Board July 2026

The City of Longmont Colorado Water Board meeting held on July 24, 2026, focused primarily on water management and conservation issues. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on capital improvement projects (CIP) for waterway reconstruction, specifically the Strange 045 project planned for 2027-2031 to address water quality and flow issues in Spring Gulch. The board also reviewed water quality testing protocols and the challenges of permitting for infrastructure improvements. A significant portion of the meeting addressed right-of-way irrigation management, highlighting the detection and repair of underground leaks in irrigation systems serving 78 customers, including HOAs and commercial properties. The board discussed the use of advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) to monitor water usage and leaks, outreach efforts to customers, and potential enforcement measures including fines and shutoffs to reduce water waste. Additionally, the board reviewed water conservation efforts in city parks, noting successful leak detection and repair that saved millions of gallons of water in 2026. The meeting emphasized ongoing monitoring, customer education, and coordination with Parks and Public Works departments to improve water efficiency and support future capital projects.