City of Santa Rosa Board of Public Utilities 8-20-26

The City of Santa Rosa Board of Public Utilities held a meeting on August 20, 2026, focusing on water supply updates, infrastructure projects, and fee adjustments. Key procurement-related discussions included the presentation of financing applications for the Fulton Rose sewer lift station relocation project, with staff recommending submission for a $17.15 million WIFIA loan and a $17.85 million Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan to support the project. The board unanimously approved a motion recommending city council authorization for these financing applications and related agreements. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved amendments to the joint exercise of powers agreement for the Santa Rosa Plain Groundwater Sustainability Agency to improve operational efficiency. The meeting also covered updates on a water efficiency fixture installation program funded through a $1.8 million agreement, and the adoption of revised miscellaneous fees and charges for water and wastewater services. No new contracts or vendor selections were directly awarded during the meeting, but significant financing and policy decisions were made that will impact future procurement and infrastructure projects.