Soquel Creek Water District 09/15/26

The Soquel Creek Water District Board of Directors held a meeting on September 15, 2026, which included several procurement and operational updates. Key procurement-related discussions involved the approval of a tentative agreement with the management employee group, including salary adjustments and cost of living increases, formalized in Resolution 2621. The board also reviewed capital improvement projects such as the Huntington Drive main replacement and the Fairway Tank recoating project, with construction activities scheduled to begin in the fall. Additionally, the board discussed the installation of a foam suppression system at the Pure Water Soquel treatment plant to address operational issues. Policy updates were presented regarding new state regulations on nonfunctional turf irrigation, leading to amendments in district ordinances to ensure compliance starting next year. The board adopted these ordinances to align with AB 1572 requirements. Other agenda items included recognition of retiring staff, updates on water quality monitoring, and the district's strategic framework for fiscal years 2027 to 2029. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported during this meeting.