September 1, 2026 Amherst County Service Authority Board Meeting

The Amherst County Service Authority Board met on September 1, 2026, to discuss several procurement and financial matters. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a change order for the Birkshshire sewer extension project, which involved additional costs due to unforeseen utilities requiring directional drilling and manhole adjustments. The board confirmed budget availability for this ARPA-funded sewer extension. Another significant topic was the potential transition of financial services from the County Finance Department to the Service Authority itself. The board considered the complexity of this change, including the need for new software and possibly additional staff, and agreed to authorize the executive director to research and develop a business plan for this transition, potentially with consultant support. Additionally, the board received updates on ongoing capital projects such as the raw water supply improvements and easement acquisitions for a waterline project, as well as upcoming procurement activities including proposals for an AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) system. Public comments raised concerns about water supply and filtration related to a proposed data center, highlighting environmental and community impact considerations.