SCV Water Agency Regular Board Meeting Packet · Westridge Homeowners Association

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SCV WATER SCV Water Agency Regular Board Meeting Tuesday, August 6, 2024 Regular Board Meeting Begins at 6:00 PM Members of the public may attend by the following options: IN PERSON Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Administration Building E. G. "Jerry" Gladbach Water Treatment Plant - Boardroom 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road Santa Clarita, CA 91350 BY PHONE Toll Free: 1-(833)-568-8864 Webinar ID: 161 945 7119 VIRTUALLY Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://scvwa.zoomgov.com/i/1619457119 Have a Public Comment?

Members of the public unable to attend this meeting may submit comments either in writing to [email protected] or by mail to April Jacobs, Board Secretary, Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. All written comments received before 4:00 PM the day of the meeting will be distributed to the Board members and posted on the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency website prior to the start of the meeting. Anything received after 4:00 PM the day of the meeting will be made available at the meeting, if practicable, and posted on the SCV Water website the following day. All correspondence with comments, including letters or emails, will be posted in their entirety. (Public comments take place during Item 3 of the Agenda and before each Item is considered. Please see the Agenda for details.)

This meeting will be recorded and the audio recording for all Board meetings will be posted to yourSCVwater.com within 3 business days from the date of the Board meeting.

• • • SCV Water 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350-2173 661-297-1600 ⚫ yourSCVwater.com [This page intentionally left blank.] 2 SCV WATER SANTA CLARITA VALLEY WATER AGENCY REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA

27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350-2173 661-297-1600 ⚫ yourSCVwater.com [This page intentionally left blank.] 2 SCV WATER SANTA CLARITA VALLEY WATER AGENCY REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2024 AT 6:00 PM SANTA CLARITA VALLEY WATER AGENCY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING E. G. "JERRY" GLADBACH WATER TREATMENT PLANT BOARDROOM 27234 BOUQUET CANYON ROAD SANTA CLARITA, CA 91350 IMPORTANT NOTICES 5:00 PM RIBBON CUTTING OF THE REMODELED BOARDROOM, FOLLOWED BY DINNER FOR THE BOARD AND STAFF OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Dinner for Directors and staff in the Discovery Room.

There will be no discussion of Agency business taking place prior to the Call to Order at 6:00 PM.

This meeting will be conducted in person at the address listed above. As a convenience to the public, members of the public may also participate virtually by using the Agency's Call-In Number 1-(833)-568-8864, Webinar ID: 161 945 7119 or Zoom Webinar by clicking on the link https://scvwa.zoomgov.com/j/1619457119. Any member of the public may listen to the meeting or make comments to the Board using the call-in number or Zoom Webinar link above.

However, in the event there is a disruption of service which prevents the Agency from broadcasting the meeting to members of the public using either the call-in option or internetbased service, this meeting will not be postponed or rescheduled but will continue without remote participation. The remote participation option is being provided as a convenience to the public and is not required. Members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting in person.

Members of the public unable to attend this meeting may submit comments either in writing to [email protected] or by mail to April Jacobs, Board Secretary, Santa Clarita Valley Water

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eeting in person.

Members of the public unable to attend this meeting may submit comments either in writing to [email protected] or by mail to April Jacobs, Board Secretary, Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. All written comments received before 4:00 PM the day of the meeting will be distributed to the Board members and posted on the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency website prior to the start of the meeting. Anything received after 4:00 PM the day of the meeting will be made available at the meeting, if practicable, and will be posted on the SCV Water website the following day. All correspondence with comments, including letters or emails, will be posted in their entirety.

CALL TO ORDER 2.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 27234 BOUQUET CANYON ROAD SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA 91350-2173 661 297 1600 FAX 661 297.1611 website address: www.yourscvwater.com 3 August 6, 2024 Page 2 of 4 3.

PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may comment as to items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Agency that are not on the Agenda at this time.

Members of the public wishing to comment on items covered in this Agenda may do so at the time each item is considered. (Comments may, at the discretion of the Board's presiding officer, be limited to three minutes for each speaker.) To participate in public comment from your computer, tablet, or smartphone, click the "raise hand” feature in Zoom. You will be notified when it is your turn to speak, please unmute when requested. To participate in public comment via phone, dial *9 to raise your hand. When it is your turn to speak, dial *6 to unmute.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA SPECIAL PROCEDURES PAGE 4.

5.1 * Approve a Resolution Honoring and Commending Santa

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t via phone, dial *9 to raise your hand. When it is your turn to speak, dial *6 to unmute.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA SPECIAL PROCEDURES PAGE 4.

5.1 * Approve a Resolution Honoring and Commending Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Director Edward Colley for His Service and Dedication 7 5.2 Recognition of Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Director Edward Colley 6.

CONSENT CALENDAR PAGE 6.1 * Approve Minutes of the July 16, 2024 Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Regular Board of Directors Meeting 9 6.2 * Approve Various Employee Manual Policy Changes 13 6.3 * Approve a Revised Position Control 37 * 6.4 Approve Adopting a Resolution Authorizing FY 2024/25 Water Supply Contract Payments 43 6.5 * Approve Receiving and Filing of May 2024 Monthly Financial Report – May 2024 Check Register 49 6.6 * Approve Adopting a Resolution to Adopt the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH #2024030718) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Authorization of a Purchase Order for Final Design Services for Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant Sewer Line Project 79 7.

ACTION ITEM FOR APPROVAL PAGE 7.1 * Authorize the General Manager to Amend the Existing Energy Services Agreement with Pacifico Power, LLC and Services Order for Battery Construction and Operations and Maintenance Support at the Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (E. G. "Jerry" Gladbach Water Treatment Plant) 95 8.

GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORT ON ACTIVITIES, PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS 9.

COMMITTEE MEETING RECAP REPORTS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY PAGE 9.1 * July 10, 2024 Water Resources and Watershed Committee Meeting Recap Report 99 August 6, 2024 Page 3 of 4 9.

COMMITTEE MEETING RECAP REPORTS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY (CONT.)

PAGE 9.2 * July 15, 2024 Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Recap Report 105 10.

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port 99 August 6, 2024 Page 3 of 4 9.

COMMITTEE MEETING RECAP REPORTS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY (CONT.)

PAGE 9.2 * July 15, 2024 Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Recap Report 105 10.

WRITTEN REPORTS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY PAGE 10.1 10.2 * Engineering Services Section Report 111 * Finance, Administration and Information Technology Services Section Report 123 10.3 * Treatment, Distribution, Operations and Maintenance Section Report 131 141 151 11.

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* 10.4 Water Resources and Outreach Section Report * 10.5 Committee Planning Calendars PRESIDENT'S REPORT AB 1234 WRITTEN AND VERBAL REPORTS * 12.1 Various AB 1234 Reports – President Martin 12.2 Other AB 1234 Reports DIRECTOR REQUESTS FOR APPROVAL FOR EVENT ATTENDANCE 13.

DIRECTOR REPORTS 14.

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ADJOURNMENT * Indicates Attachment Indicates Handout PAGE 165 Note: The Board reserves the right to discuss or take action or both on all of the above Agenda items.

NOTICES Any person may make a request for a disability-related modification or accommodation needed for that person to be able to participate in the public meeting by telephoning April Jacobs, Secretary to the Board of Directors, at (661) 297-1600, or in writing to Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency at 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. Requests must specify the nature of the disability and the type of accommodation requested. A telephone number or other contact information should be included so that Agency staff may discuss appropriate arrangements. Persons requesting a disability-related accommodation should make the request with adequate time before the meeting for the Agency to provide the requested accommodation.

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rsons requesting a disability-related accommodation should make the request with adequate time before the meeting for the Agency to provide the requested accommodation.

01 5 August 6, 2024 Page 4 of 4 Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.5, non-exempt public records that relate to open session agenda items and are distributed to a majority of the Board less than seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting will be available for public inspection at the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, located at 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, during regular business hours. When practical, these public records will also be made available on the Agency's Internet Website, accessible at http://www.yourscvwater.com.

Posted on July 31, 2024.

765 6 RESOLUTION NO. SCVRESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE SANTA CLARITA VALLEY WATER AGENCY HONORING AND COMMENDING EDWARD COLLEY FOR HIS SERVICE AND DEDICATION ITEM NO.

5.1 WHEREAS, Edward Colley served on the Castaic Lake Water Agency Board of Directors from January 2003 through December 2017; and WHEREAS, Mr. Colley served on the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency (Agency) Board of Directors from January 2018 through the beginning of August 2024; and WHEREAS, Mr. Colley served as Chair and a member of many Committees over his 21 years of service as a Director. Most recently, he served as a member of the Finance and Administration Committee and the Public Outreach and Legislation Committee; and WHEREAS, Mr. Colley has served on both the Upper Santa Clara Valley Joint Powers Authority and the Devil's Den Water District Board; and WHEREAS, Mr. Colley supported the purchase of Valencia Water Company Stock by the former Castaic Lake Water Agency; and

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lara Valley Joint Powers Authority and the Devil's Den Water District Board; and WHEREAS, Mr. Colley supported the purchase of Valencia Water Company Stock by the former Castaic Lake Water Agency; and WHEREAS, Mr. Colley supported the vision to create unified water service in the Santa Clarita Valley by combining the former Castaic Lake Water Agency and Newhall County Water District, as well as the former Valencia Water Company, to form the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency; and WHEREAS, Mr. Colley supported the Agency's mission statement of providing responsible water stewardship to ensure the Santa Clarita Valley has reliable supplies of high quality water at a reasonable cost; and WHEREAS, Mr. Colley has provided valuable water industry insights to the Agency's Board of Directors; and WHEREAS, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Board of Directors deem it most fitting that Mr. Colley's outstanding service to the Agency and the customers it serves be appropriately recognized.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Board of Directors appreciates and recognizes Edward Colley for his over 21 years of service to the Board of Directors of Castaic Lake Water Agency and the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency and thanks him for his support of the Board, employees and customers of the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency through his many significant contributions and leadership during his time as a Board member.

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6.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency - July 16, 2024 A regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency was held

of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency - July 16, 2024 A regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency was held at Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, 23780 Pine Street, Newhall, CA 91321 at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. A copy of the Agenda is inserted in the Minute Book of the Agency preceding these minutes. The meeting recording can be accessed by clicking on the following link Board Meeting Recording.

DIRECTORS PRESENT: DIRECTORS ABSENT: Kathye Armitage, William Cooper, Maria Gutzeit, Gary Martin, Piotr Orzechowski and Ken Petersen.

Beth Braunstein, Ed Colley and Dirk Marks.

Also present: Board Secretary April Jacobs, Chief Financial and Administrative Officer Rochelle Patterson, Chief Operating Officer Keith Abercrombie, General Counsel Joe Byrne, General Manager Matthew Stone, Informational Technology Supervisor Jeff Herbert, Information Technology Technician | Oliver Molina and Senior Engineer Orlando Moreno, as well as additional SCV Water Agency staff (Virtually), and members of the public (In Person and Virtually).

President Martin called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. A quorum was present.

There were no changes to the July 16, 2024 Board Agenda and it was accepted as shown (Item 4).

President Martin opened the Public Hearing at 6:03 PM regarding approval of adopting a resolution revising water standby charges for Tesoro Del Valle Development (Special Assessment Tax) for FY 2024/25.

President Martin closed the Public Hearing at 6:06 PM.

Upon motion of Director Armitage, seconded by Director Petersen and carried, the Board approved Resolution No. SCV-438 revising the water standby charges for the annexed portion

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ic Hearing at 6:06 PM.

Upon motion of Director Armitage, seconded by Director Petersen and carried, the Board approved Resolution No. SCV-438 revising the water standby charges for the annexed portion of the Tesoro Del Valle Development for FY 2024/25 by the following roll call votes (Item 5.1): Director Armitage Director Colley Yes Absent Vice President Gutzeit Yes President Martin Yes Director Petersen Yes Director Braunstein Director Cooper Absent Yes Director Marks Absent Vice President Orzechowski Yes RESOLUTION NO. SCV-438 RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE SANTA CLARITA VALLEY WATER AGENCY CONTINUING THE WATER STANDBY CHARGES FOR TESORO DEL VALLE DEVELOPMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 AND TAKING OTHER ACTIONS RELATING THERETO 9 July 16, 2024 Page 2 of 3 FULL RESOLUTION MAY BE VIEWED BY VISITING THE SCV WATER WEBSITE Upon motion of Director Armitage, seconded by Director Cooper and carried, the Board approved the Consent Calendar with one adjustment to the July 2, 2024 meeting minutes under Item 4 of the minutes, changing the date from July 4, 2024 to July 2, 2024 by the following roll call votes (Item 6): Director Armitage Yes Director Braunstein Director Colley Absent Director Cooper Absent Yes Vice President Gutzeit Yes Director Marks Absent President Martin Yes Vice President Orzechowski Yes Director Petersen Yes General Manager's Report on Activities, Projects and Programs (Item 7).

The General Manager reported on the following: He informed the Board that following tonight's meeting he would be leaving for the State Water Contractors meeting being held in Sacramento on July 17-18, 2024.

To hear the full report, please refer to the Board recording by clicking the meeting recording link on the first page of these minutes or visiting the SCV Water Website.

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acramento on July 17-18, 2024.

To hear the full report, please refer to the Board recording by clicking the meeting recording link on the first page of these minutes or visiting the SCV Water Website.

Committee Meeting Recap Report for Informational Purposes Only (Item 8).

There were no comments on the recap report.

President's Report (Item 9).

President Martin updated the Board on upcoming meetings and events.

AB 1234 Written and Verbal Reports (Item 10).

Director Armitage reported that she virtually attended the ACWA Brown Act Subcommittee held on July 15, 2024.

President Martin reported that he virtually attended both the monthly meeting with DCA Executive Director Graham Bradner held on July 9, 2024 and the DCA Board Briefing held on July 12, 2024.

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Director Reports (Item 11).

Director Cooper reminded the Board of the upcoming ACWA Region 8 Event being held on August 21, 2024 at the Brookside Golf Club in Pasadena, topic is Leadership in Times of Climate Uncertainty and encouraged them to attend.

There were no other Director reports.

To hear the full report, please refer to the Board recording by clicking the meeting recording link on the first page of these minutes or visiting the SCV Water Website.

Director Requests for Future Agenda Items (Item 12).

There were no requests for future Agenda Items.

The meeting was adjourned at 6:16 PM (Item 13).

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6.2 SUMMARY

EMORANDUM DATE: July 16, 2024 TO: FROM: Board of Directors Rochelle Patterson по Chief Financial and Administrative Officer SUBJECT: Approve Various Employee Manual Policy Changes ITEM NO.

6.2 SUMMARY Staff periodically reviews Agency employee manual policies as employment laws and regulations change, and to reflect organizational changes. It is best practice to update policies to ensure that they accurately reflect current practices, which helps maintain consistency and clarity for employees. As such, Employee Manual Policy No. 33: Workplace Violence, and Employee Manual Policy No. 37: Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation Reporting Policy have been reviewed and revised with these applicable updates, including a title change on the latter.

DISCUSSION Employee Manual Policy No. 33 – Workplace Violence (Attachment 1) New legislation was passed to be effective on June 1, 2024, Senate Bill 533 (SB 533). SB 533 amended California Labor Code (LC) sections 6401.7 and 6401.9, requiring all California employers to implement their workplace violence prevention plans, assess and resolve workplace violence hazards, train all employees, and implement investigation and recordkeeping processes.

SCV Water's Environmental Health and Safety Department collaborated with Human Resources and Facilities Departments and created a detailed Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) to comply with the new legal developments.

The updated WVPP is now part of the Agency's California Occupational Health and Safety Administration (Cal/OSHA) Injury and Illness Prevention Plans (IIPP). As a result, the SCV Water Employee Manual (EM) Policy No. 33 has been revised in order to direct employees where to locate and familiarize themselves with the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan.

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PP). As a result, the SCV Water Employee Manual (EM) Policy No. 33 has been revised in order to direct employees where to locate and familiarize themselves with the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan.

Policy No. 37 - Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation and Whistleblower Reporting Policy (Attachment 2) SCV Water is a federal grant recipient for projects, and as such it must inform employees in writing of employee whistleblower rights and protections. Employee Manual Policy No. 37 has been revised with a title change to add language to include whistleblower protection.

A new Section 37.7, and sub-sections 37.7.1 and 37.7.2 were added to incorporate the federal whistleblower protection law and California's whistleblower protection law. The revised policy 13 includes California's whistleblower protection laws along with federal violations because the two areas often overlap, increasing legal risks. Federal laws protect those reporting misuse of federal grants, while California laws offer broader protections against retaliation. Including both in the policy ensures full legal coverage, reduces the chance of breaking multiple laws, and meets grant requirements.

The new policy clarifies that SCV Water prohibits retaliation against any employee who reports misconduct and lists the steps for formal complaint procedures.

The Agency's legal counsel has reviewed the recommended changes to both policies.

On July 15, 2024, the Finance and Administration Committee considered staff's recommendation to approve changes to Employee Manual Policy No. 33: Workplace Violence, and Employee Manual Policy No. 37: Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation and Whistleblower Policy.

STRATEGIC PLAN NEXUS The revision of these policies helps support SCV Water's Strategic Plan Goal F - A High

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yee Manual Policy No. 37: Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation and Whistleblower Policy.

STRATEGIC PLAN NEXUS The revision of these policies helps support SCV Water's Strategic Plan Goal F - A High Performance Team: Attract and Retain Quality Staff Members and Grow a Culture of Continuous Improvements that Fosters SCV Water's Values, specifically Objective F.3.9: Include staff in key planning/implementing of policy changes (clearly convey rationale for changes), as well as Objective F.3.15: Maintain and update Financial and Administrative Policies.

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS None.

RECOMMENDATION The Finance and Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve changes to the attached Employee Manual Policy No. 33: Workplace Violence and Employee Manual Policy No. 37: Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation and Whistleblower Policy.

RP Attachments 765 14 ATTACHMENT 1 EMPLOYEE MANUAL SCV Title: WORKPLACE VIOLENCE Policy No.: 33.0 WATER Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors REDLINE VERSION Section Nos.: 33.0 - 33.15 Effective Date: January 2018August 2024 33.0 WORKPLACE VIOLENCE The Agency recognizes workplace violence is a common concern among employers and employees. The Agency is committed to providing a safe, violence-free workplace. In this regard, the Agency strictly prohibits employees, consultants, customers, visitors, or anyone else on Agency premises or engaging in a Agency-related activity from behaving in a violent or threatening manner.

Moreover, the Agency seeks to prevent workplace violence before it begins and reserves the right to address behavior suggesting a propensity towards violence even prior to any violent behavior occurring.

eover, the Agency seeks to prevent workplace violence before it begins and reserves the right to address behavior suggesting a propensity towards violence even prior to any violent behavior occurring.

The Agency is dedicated to ensuring that employees comply with the rules and work practices that are designed to make the workplace more secure, and do not engage in threats or physical actions which create a security hazard for others in the workplace.

The Agency has created a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) which was developed to comply with California Senate Bill 533 (SB 533). SB 533 amended California Labor Code (LC) sections 6401.7 and 6401.9, and, applies to all full-time, part-time, limited term duration, and temporary/seasonal Agency employees and places of employment. The WVPP shall be in effect at all times and in all work areas. This WVPP does not apply when an Agency employee is teleworking from a location of the employee's choice, which is not under the control of the employer.

Every employee should familiarize themselves with the Agency's WVPP which is available in Aquifer and in the Health & Safety Department's Programs and Policies.

33.1 Definition of Workplace Violence Threats of violence include conduct against persons or property that is severe, offensive or intimidating or creates a hostile, abusive, or intimidating work environment for one or more Agency employee. Such behavior includes, but are not limited to: 1. Threats of violence occurring on Agency property, regardless of the relationship of the individuals involved in the threat.

2. Threats of acts of violence not occurring on Agency property but involving someone who is representing the Agency or if the threats or acts of violence affect the interest of the Agency.

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he threat.

2. Threats of acts of violence not occurring on Agency property but involving someone who is representing the Agency or if the threats or acts of violence affect the interest of the Agency.

3. Threatening, physically aggressive, or violent behavior, such as intimidation of or attempts to instill fear of harm in an individual or his/her family, friends, associates, or their property.

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15 EMPLOYEE MANUAL SCV Title: WORKPLACE VIOLENCE Policy No.: 33.0 Section Nos.: 33.0 - 33.15 WATER Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Effective Date: January 2018August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors 4. Other behavior which suggests a propensity towards violence, which can include belligerent speech, excessive arguing or swearing, hitting or shoving an individual, sabotage, or threats of sabotage of Agency property, or a demonstrated pattern of refusal to follow Agency policies and procedures.

Defacing Agency property or causing physical damage to the facilities.

6. Making harassing or threatening telephone calls, sending harassing or threatening letters or other forms of written or electronic communication.

7. Harassing surveillance, also known as "stalking", the willful, malicious and repeated following of another person and making credible threats with the intent to place that other person in reasonable fear for his/her safety.

8. Carrying weapons or firearms of any kind on his/her person or in his/her vehicle onto Agency premises, in Agency parking lots, or while conducting Agency business.

33.2 Reporting If any employee observes or becomes aware of any of the above listed actions or behavior by an employee, customer, consultant, visitor, or anyone else, he or she should notify his or her supervisor

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ng If any employee observes or becomes aware of any of the above listed actions or behavior by an employee, customer, consultant, visitor, or anyone else, he or she should notify his or her supervisor or any other management personnel immediately. Each employee who receives a protective or restraining order which lists Agency premises as a protected area is required to provide the Agency with a copy of such order.

Further, Employees are responsible for notifying immediately their Supervisor, Senior Manager or Human Resources of any threats they have witnessed, received or have been told that another person has witnessed or received. Employees should also report any behavior they have witnessed that they regard as threatening or violent when the behavior is job related or might be carried out on Agency property or in connection with employment.

33.3 Investigation All reports of workplace violence will be taken seriously and will be investigated promptly and thoroughly. In appropriate circumstances, the Agency will inform the reporting individual of the results of the investigation. To the extent possible, the Agency will maintain the confidentiality of the reporting employee and of the investigation. The Agency may, however, need to disclose results in appropriate circumstances, for example, in order to protect individual safety. The Agency will not tolerate retaliation against any employee who reports workplace violence.

33.4 Corrective Action and Discipline If the Agency determines workplace violence has occurred, the Agency will take appropriate corrective action and will impose discipline on offending employees, up to and including termination. If SCV Water WA Employee Manual 01/201808/2024 Page 33-2 of 33-31 Rev.

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ill impose discipline on offending employees, up to and including termination. If SCV Water WA Employee Manual 01/201808/2024 Page 33-2 of 33-31 Rev.

1 16 EMPLOYEE MANUAL SCV Title: WORKPLACE VIOLENCE Policy No.: 33.0 Section Nos.: 33.0 - 33.15 WATER Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Effective Date: January 2018August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors the violent behavior is that of a non employee, the Agency will take appropriate corrective action in an attempt to ensure such behavior is not repeated.

Under certain circumstances, the Agency may forego disciplinary action on the condition the employee takes a medical leave of absence. In addition, the Agency may request the employee participate in counseling, either voluntarily or as a condition of continued employment.

Employees experiencing domestic violence, including stalking, must notify their supervisor immediately and reasonable accommodations will be made, including appropriate safety measures.

To ensure the safety of the Agency employees as well as the employee impacted, the police department may be notified of the situation.

Any employee who believes he or she may have a problem which could lead to violent behavior is encouraged to use the Agency's Employee Assistance Program. The EAP is a professional, confidential counseling service available to all personnel and members of their household to assist in resolving emotional difficulties, marital and family conflict, stress, chemical dependency, conflicts at work, and other concerns. Further information regarding the EAP may be obtained from the Human Resources Office.

33.15 In the Event of an Emergency If an emergency exists and the situation is one of immediate threat, the employee shall

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nformation regarding the EAP may be obtained from the Human Resources Office.

33.15 In the Event of an Emergency If an emergency exists and the situation is one of immediate threat, the employee shall contact the local police officials by dialing 9-1-1 or the local Sheriff's Department at (661) 2604000, and should take whatever emergency steps are available and appropriate to protect himself/herself from immediate harm, such as leaving the area.

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17 [This page intentionally left blank.] 18 ATTACHMENT 1 EMPLOYEE MANUAL CLEAN VERSION SCV Title: WORKPLACE VIOLENCE Policy No.: 33.0 Section Nos.: 33.0 - 33.1 WATER Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Effective Date: August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors 33.0 WORKPLACE VIOLENCE The Agency recognizes workplace violence is a common concern among employers and employees. The Agency is committed to providing a safe, violence-free workplace. In this regard, the Agency strictly prohibits employees, consultants, customers, visitors, or anyone else on Agency premises or engaging in an Agency-related activity from behaving in a violent or threatening manner.

The Agency has created a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) which was

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e more secure, and do not engage in threats or physical actions which create a security hazard for others in the workplace.

Every employee should familiarize themselves with the Agency's WVPP which is available in Aquifer and in the Health & Safety Department's Programs and Policies.

33.1 In the Event of an Emergency If an emergency exists and the situation is one of immediate threat, the employee shall contact the local police officials by dialing 9-1-1 or the local Sheriff's Department at (661) 260-4000, and should take whatever emergency steps are available and appropriate to protect himself/herself from immediate harm, such as leaving the area.

SCV Water Employee Manual Page 33-1 of 33-1 Rev. 0892024 [This page intentionally left blank.] 20 20 ATTACHMENT 2 REDLINE VERSION SCV Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 WATER Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors Section Nos.: 37.0 37.637.7.2 Effective Date: January 2018August 2024 37.0 HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY The Agency strictly prohibits all forms of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation ("Unlawful

ry 2018August 2024 37.0 HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY The Agency strictly prohibits all forms of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation ("Unlawful Practices”) in the workplace in order to maintain a productive and safe working environment. The purpose of this policy is to provide all employees with a clear understating of the Agency's procedure for filing and investigating complaints concerning unlawful practices.

37.1 Policy Statement The Agency has adopted a zero-tolerance policy in regards to unlawful harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. The default disciplinary action for any violation of this policy will be termination of employment.

It is the policy of the Agency to provide each employee and applicant with an employment opportunity and work atmosphere that is free from discrimination. Accordingly, the Agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and religious grooming), color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including transgender identity), gender expression, age (40 or over), sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws ("Protected Categories").

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is free from unlawful harassment. In furtherance of this commitment, the Agency strictly prohibits all forms of unlawful harassment, including but not limited to harassment on the basis of any of the Protected Categories. The workplace is not a place for engaging in, or for having to fend off harassing remarks, depictions, or representations. Every employee has a right to a work in an environment free from harassment, regardless of the intent of the parties involved.

Similarly, the Agency strictly prohibits retaliation against any employee for making a good faith complaint of discrimination or harassment or for cooperating, assisting, testifying, or participating in any of the internal or external complaint procedures described below. Claims of retaliation are taken seriously and are subject to the same complaint procedures.

Similarly, the Agency strictly prohibits retaliation against any employee for making a good faith complaint of discrimination or harassment or whistleblower, for reporting violations of law, or policy, for cooperating, assisting, testifying, or participating in any of the internal or external complaint procedures described below. Claims of retaliation are taken seriously and are subject to the same formal complaint procedures.

37.2 Persons Covered This policy is applicable to all applicants and employees of the Agency, including supervisors and managers. The Agency prohibits managers, supervisors, and employees from engaging in any Unlawful Practice against co-workers, customers, vendors, suppliers, | SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-1 of 37-7.2 Rev. 01/201808/2024 SCV WATER Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 Approval Date: August 6, 2024

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This policy applies to all phases of the employment relationship, including recruitment, testing, hiring, upgrading, assignments, promotion/demotion, discipline, transfer, layoff, termination, rates of pay, benefits, and selection for training.

37.3 Prohibited Conduct 37.3.1 Sexual Harassment Sexual harassment (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, gender identity, gender expression, sex stereotype, sexual orientation, gender and transgender harassment) is defined as unwanted sexual advances, or visual, written, verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that creates an intimidating, offensive, or hostile working environment or that interferes with an employee's work performance. Such conduct constitutes prohibited, unlawful harassment: 1) Submission to the conduct is made either an explicit or implicit condition of employment or promotion; 2) Submission to or rejection of the conduct is used as the basis for an employment decision; 3) The unwelcomed comments or conduct based on sex unreasonably interfere with an employee's work performance or create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment

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an employment decision; 3) The unwelcomed comments or conduct based on sex unreasonably interfere with an employee's work performance or create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment Examples of sexual harassment include, but are not limited to, unwelcome sexual propositions, hugging, kissing, or other offensive physical contact of a sexual nature; lewd gestures, remarks or innuendoes; unwelcome discussions of sexual practices or anatomy, and sexually offensive posters, photographs, drawings, cartoons, jokes, stories, nicknames, or comments about appearance; joking about sex; degrading words or terms of a sexual nature; prolonged staring or leering; and continued invitations to social events outside the workplace after being told such are unwelcome.

37.3.2 Other Types of Harassment | SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-2 of 37-7.2 Rev. 01/201808/2224 SCV Policy Title: Policy No.: 37.0 WATER EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Section Nos.: 37.0 37.637.7.2 Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Effective Date: January 2018August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors Harassment can take many forms beyond sexual harassment when based on any Protected Category. All other forms of harassment are also strictly prohibited. Such harassment includes, but is not limited to, the following examples: Verbal conduct such as making or using derogatory comments, epithets, slurs, jokes, or verbal abuse; Visual conduct such as prolong staring or leering at a person, gestures, and displaying of objects, posters, photographs, cartoons, or drawings; Written conduct such as suggestive or obscene letters, emails, drawings, notes or invitations; and Physical conduct such as assault, unwanted touching, or blocking normal

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raphs, cartoons, or drawings; Written conduct such as suggestive or obscene letters, emails, drawings, notes or invitations; and Physical conduct such as assault, unwanted touching, or blocking normal movement, or violating someone's "personal space."

Please note that within the workplace, our right to free speech is necessarily subject to our legal duty to create and foster a workplace free of harassment or discrimination.

Finally, each one of us, regardless of whether we are an individual contributor/ employee or a supervisor/manager is legally responsible for our own behavior if and when our actions are determined to be harassing. What does that mean? That means that in addition to the disciplinary consequences for engaging in unlawful harassment, which may include termination, people who harass others in the workplace may also be sued personally by their coworkers and therefore responsible for defending themselves in a lawsuit.

37.3.3 Discrimination & Retaliation Any adverse employment action taken on the basis of any Protected Category constitutes unlawful discrimination and is strictly prohibited. “Adverse employment action" is defined as an action that results in a substantial adverse change in the terms and conditions of an employee's employment including, but not limited to, decisions relating to hiring, firing, demoting, failing to promote, laterally transferring, and giving poor performance evaluations.

"Retaliation" is a form of an adverse employment action that is taken against an individual for opposing any legally prohibited employment practice or engaging in any legally protected employment activity. The Agency strictly prohibits any form of retaliation.

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g in any legally protected employment activity. The Agency strictly prohibits any form of retaliation.

37.4 Reporting Procedures | SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-3 of 37-7.2 Rev. 01/201808/2024 SCV WATER Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Section Nos.: 37.0 37.637.7.2 Effective Date: January 2018August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors 37.4.1 Internal Reporting The Agency's complaint procedure provides for an immediate, thorough, objective and confidential investigation of any claim alleging an Unlawful Practice, appropriate disciplinary action against one found to have engaged in an Unlawful Practice, and appropriate remedies for any victim of an Unlawful Practice.

Any employee who believes that he or she has been the victim of an Unlawful Practice or any employee who observes or otherwise becomes aware of such conduct has a duty to immediately notify the Human Resources Supervisor, who is responsible for investigating such complaints. An employee is not required to report the complaint to the Human Resources Supervisor if the Human Resources Supervisor is the individual who is engaging in the unlawful conduct, but may in the alternative report the conduct to his or her immediate supervisor or to the General Manager.

Supervisors and other members of management who receive complaints or who observe unlawful conduct must immediately inform the Human Resources Supervisor or the General Manager or other appropriate personnel so that an investigation can be initiated.

All complaints should be as detailed as possible, including the names of individuals involved, the names of any witnesses, direct quotations when language is

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so that an investigation can be initiated.

All complaints should be as detailed as possible, including the names of individuals involved, the names of any witnesses, direct quotations when language is relevant, and any documentary evidence (notes, pictures, cartoons, etcetera).

The Agency will maintain confidentiality to the extent possible. Any supervisor who is informed of a complaint alleging an Unlawful Practice by an employee, or any other individual, must report said complaint to the Human Resources Supervisor immediately and must otherwise keep the matter confidential. The Human Resources Supervisor must also keep the matter confidential and not disclose the matter to any person who is not involved in the investigation or does not have legitimate work-related reasons for knowing of the complaint. Any supervisor who fails to comply with this paragraph will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

37.4.2 Investigation Upon the filing of a complaint with the Agency, the complainant will be provided with a copy of this policy. All incidents of prohibited discrimination, harassment and/or retaliation that are reported will be subject to an impartial, fair, timely and thorough investigation. The investigation will provide all parties appropriate due process and will reach reasonable conclusions based on the evidence collected. The Agency will document the timely, thorough, and objective investigation of the allegations to ensure reasonable progress is being made in the investigation. The Agency will inform the complainant of the progress of the investigation upon request.

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the complainant of the progress of the investigation upon request.

| SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-4 of 37-7.2 Rev. 01/201808/2024 SCV Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 WATER Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Section Nos.: 37.0 37.637.7.2 Effective Date: January 2018August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors The Human Resources Supervisor is the impartial person designated by the Agency to investigate complaints of Unlawful Practices. The Human Resources Supervisor may, however, delegate the investigation at his/her discretion to a qualified, impartial investigator. In the event the Unlawful Practice complaint is against the Human Resources Supervisor, a qualified, impartial investigator shall be appointed by the General Manager.

The Human Resources Supervisor shall maintain tracking documentation for all complaints filed to ensure that investigations progress reasonably and are completed in a timely manner. Based on the report and any other relevant information, the General Manager shall, within a reasonable period of time, determine whether the conduct requires discipline. In making that determination, the General Manager shall look at the record as a whole and at the totality of circumstances, including the nature of the conduct in question, the context in which the conduct, if any, occurred, and the conduct of the complainant.

37.4.3 Cooperation All employees are required to cooperate truthfully and in good faith with the Agency in any investigation under this policy. Knowingly making a false charge of an Unlawful Practice or a false statement in connection with an investigation, or deliberately interfering with any such investigation is also a violation of this policy.

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ngly making a false charge of an Unlawful Practice or a false statement in connection with an investigation, or deliberately interfering with any such investigation is also a violation of this policy.

37.4.4 Corrective Action At the conclusion of the timely investigation, if it is determined that an Unlawful Practice has occurred, the Agency will take immediate and effective remedial action commensurate with the circumstances. Corrective action may include, for example: training, referral to counseling, or disciplinary action, including but not limited to, verbal or written warning, suspension, transfer, demotion, and termination of employment, depending on the circumstances. With regard to acts of harassment by clients or vendors, corrective action will be taken after consultation with the Board of Directors.

The results shall be timely given to the complainant, the alleged wrongdoer, and the General Manager upon the completion of an investigation.

The complainant will be notified when the investigation has been completed and will be informed of the general outcome of the investigation, i.e., whether the complaint has been substantiated or unsubstantiated. However, the complainant is not entitled to know the corrective action, if any, imposed on the accused wrongdoer as that information is protected by the accused wrongdoer's right to privacy. Appropriate action will be taken to ensure the employee who has been found to have been discriminated against, harassed and/or retaliated against will not be discriminated against, harassed | SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-5 of 37-7.2 Rev. 01/201808/2024 SCV WATER Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 Approval Date: August 6, 2024

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37.4.5 Retaliation No employee will be subject to any form of retaliation for reporting any violation or participating in any investigation under this policy truthfully and in good faith.

Employees who believe they have been retaliated against in violation of this policy should utilize the same complaint procedure described above.

Anti-Harassment Training All employees hired as or promoted to a supervisory or management position must undergo at least two (2) hours of interactive sexual harassment training within the first six (6) months of assuming a new supervisory or management position. Additionally, all supervisors and managers must complete at least two (2) hours of interactive sexual harassment training at least once every two (2) years thereafter. An employee who fails to comply with this section may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

37.6 External Complaint Procedure The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing Civil Rights Department are authorized to accept and investigate complaints of employment discrimination, and to mediate settlements. The Fair Employment and Housing Council has authority to issue accusations against employers, conduct formal

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accept and investigate complaints of employment discrimination, and to mediate settlements. The Fair Employment and Housing Council has authority to issue accusations against employers, conduct formal hearings, and award reinstatement, back pay, damages, and other affirmative relief. State and federal laws also prohibit retaliation against employees because they have filed a complaint with the EEOC, DFEHCRD or FEHC, participated in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing with either agency, or opposed any practice made unlawful by Title VII or the FEHA.

For more information, contact the Human Resources Department. Contact information for the DFEHCRD can be obtained at www.dfehcalcivilrights.ca.gov. Contact information for the EEOC can be obtained at www.eeoc.gov.

Questions regarding this policy should be directed to the Human Resources Supervisor, Assistant General Manager or the General Manager. This process is subject to the grievance procedure.

37.7 Whistleblower Protection The Agency prohibits all of the following: i. Taking any retaliatory adverse action against an employee because the employee has or is believed to have disclosed information to any government or | SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-6 of 37-7.2 Rev. 01/201808/2824 SCV WATER Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Section Nos.: 37.0 37.637.7.2 Effective Date: January 2018August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors law enforcement agency, including to the Agency, if the employee has reasonable cause to believe that the information discloses a violation of state or federal law, or a violation or noncompliance with a local, state, or federal rule or regulation;

if the employee has reasonable cause to believe that the information discloses a violation of state or federal law, or a violation or noncompliance with a local, state, or federal rule or regulation; ii. Preventing an employee from disclosing information to a government agency, including to the Agency, if the employee has reasonable cause to believe that the information discloses a violation of state or federal law, or a violation or noncompliance with a local, state, or federal rule or regulation; iii. Retaliating against an employee for refusing to participate in any activity that would result in a violation of state or federal law, or a violation or noncompliance with a local, state, or federal rule or regulation; iv. Retaliating against an employee because the employee's family member has or is perceived to have engaged in any of the protected activities listed in (i)(iii) above; and v. Retaliating against an employee for disclosing information that the employee reasonably believes is evidence of gross mismanagement of a Federal contract or grant, a gross waste of Federal funds, an abuse of authority relating to a Federal contract or grant, a substantial and specific danger to public health or safety, or a violation of law, rule, or regulation related to a Federal contract (including the competition for or negotiation of a contract) or grant to: 1. A Member of Congress or a representative of a committee of Congress; 2. An Inspector General; 3. The Government Accountability Office; 4. A Federal employee responsible for contract or grant oversight or management at the relevant agency; 5. An authorized official of the Department of Justice or other law enforcement agency; 6. A court or grand jury; or 7. A management official or other employee of the contractor,

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the relevant agency; 5. An authorized official of the Department of Justice or other law enforcement agency; 6. A court or grand jury; or 7. A management official or other employee of the contractor, subcontractor, grantee, subgrantee, or personal services contractor who has the responsibility to investigate, discover, or address misconduct.

37.7.1 Definitions "Adverse Action” may include, but is not limited to, any of the following: SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-7 of 37-7.2 Rev. 01/201808/2924 SCV WATER Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, AND RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Section Nos.: 37.0 37.637.7.2 Effective Date: January 2018August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors Real or implied threats of intimidation to attempt or prevent an individual from reporting alleged wrongdoing or because of actual or potential protected activity.

Refusing to hire an individual because of actual or potential protected activity.

Denying promotion to an individual because of actual or potential protected activity.

Taking any form of disciplinary action because of actual or potential protected activity.

Extending a probationary period because of actual or potential protected activity.

Altering work schedules or work assignments because of actual or potential protected activity.

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rmation that the employee reasonably believes is evidence of gross mismanagement of a Federal contract or grant, a gross waste of Federal funds, an abuse of authority relating to a Federal contract or grant, a substantial and specific danger to public health or safety, or a violation of law, rule, or regulation related to a Federal contract (including the competition for or negotiation of a contract) or grant, they may submit a report or complaint to the Inspector General of the executive agency involved. Unless the Inspector General determines that the complaint is frivolous, fails to allege a violation, or has previously been addressed in another Federal or State judicial or administrative proceeding initiated by the complainant, the Inspector General shall investigate the complaint and, upon completion of such investigation, submit a report of the findings of the investigation to the person, the contractor, subcontractor, grantee, subgrantee, or personal services contractor concerned, and the head of the agency.

Complaints of Prohibited Activity unrelated to a Federal Contract or Grant (Prohibit Activity sections i-iv above): An applicant, employee, or temporary employee who feels they have been retaliated against in violation of this Policy should immediately report the conduct according to the internal complaint procedure in the Agency's Policy against Discrimination, Harassment or Retaliation above.

An employee may also submit an external complaint to OSHA pursuant to the directives provided at https://www.whistleblowers.gov/complaint page/.

| SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-8 of 37-7.2 Rev. 01/201808/2024 ATTACHMENT 2 CLEAN VERSION SCV Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0

Manual Page 37-8 of 37-7.2 Rev. 01/201808/2024 ATTACHMENT 2 CLEAN VERSION SCV Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 Section Nos.: 37.0-37.7.2 WATER Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Effective Date: August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors 37.0 POLICY HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, RETALIATION AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING The Agency strictly prohibits all forms of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation (“Unlawful Practices") in the workplace in order to maintain a productive and safe working environment. The purpose of this policy is to provide all employees with a clear understating of the Agency's procedure for filing and investigating complaints concerning unlawful practices.

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ding transgender identity), gender expression, age (40 or over), sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws ("Protected Categories").

The Agency is also committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful harassment. In furtherance of this commitment, the Agency strictly prohibits all forms of unlawful harassment, including but not limited to harassment on the basis of any of the Protected Categories. The workplace is not a place for engaging in, or for having to fend off harassing remarks, depictions, or representations. Every employee has a right to a work in an environment free from harassment, regardless of the intent of the parties involved.

37.2 Persons Covered This policy is applicable to all applicants and employees of the Agency, including supervisors and managers. The Agency prohibits managers, supervisors, and employees from engaging in any Unlawful Practice against co-workers, customers, vendors, suppliers, independent contractors and others doing business with the Agency. In addition, the Agency prohibits customers, vendors, suppliers, independent contractors and other third parties doing business with the Agency from harassing or discriminating against Agency employees.

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contractors and other third parties doing business with the Agency from harassing or discriminating against Agency employees.

SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-1 of 37-7.2 Rev. 08/2024 29 29 SCV WATER Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 Section Nos.: 37.0-37.7.2 Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Effective Date: August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors This policy applies to all phases of the employment relationship, including recruitment, testing, hiring, upgrading, assignments, promotion/demotion, discipline, transfer, layoff, termination, rates of pay, benefits, and selection for training.

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e, or offensive work environment Examples of sexual harassment include, but are not limited to, unwelcome sexual propositions, hugging, kissing, or other offensive physical contact of a sexual nature; lewd gestures, remarks or innuendoes; unwelcome discussions of sexual practices or anatomy, and sexually offensive posters, photographs, drawings, cartoons, jokes, stories, nicknames, or comments about appearance; joking about sex; degrading words or terms of a sexual nature; prolonged staring or leering; and continued invitations to social events outside the workplace after being told such are unwelcome.

37.3.2 Other Types of Harassment Harassment can take many forms beyond sexual harassment when based on any Protected Category. All other forms of harassment are also strictly prohibited. Such harassment includes, but is not limited to, the following examples: Verbal conduct such as making or using derogatory comments, epithets, slurs, jokes, or verbal abuse; SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-2 of 37-7.2 Rev. 08/2024 30 SCV WATER Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 Section Nos.: 37.0-37.7.2 Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Effective Date: August 2024 37.4 Approved By: Board of Directors Visual conduct such as prolong staring or leering at a person, gestures, and displaying of objects, posters, photographs, cartoons, or drawings; Written conduct such as suggestive or obscene letters, emails, drawings, notes or invitations; and Physical conduct such as assault, unwanted touching, or blocking normal movement, or violating someone's “personal space."

Please note that within the workplace, our right to free speech is necessarily

hysical conduct such as assault, unwanted touching, or blocking normal movement, or violating someone's “personal space."

Please note that within the workplace, our right to free speech is necessarily subject to our legal duty to create and foster a workplace free of harassment or discrimination.

37.3.3 Discrimination & Retaliation Any adverse employment action taken on the basis of any Protected Category constitutes unlawful discrimination and is strictly prohibited. "Adverse employment action" is defined as an action that results in a substantial adverse change in the terms and conditions of an employee's employment including, but not limited to, decisions relating to hiring, firing, demoting, failing to promote, laterally transferring, and giving poor performance evaluations.

Reporting Procedures 37.4.1 Internal Reporting The Agency's complaint procedure provides for an immediate, thorough, objective and confidential investigation of any claim alleging an Unlawful Practice,

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eporting Procedures 37.4.1 Internal Reporting The Agency's complaint procedure provides for an immediate, thorough, objective and confidential investigation of any claim alleging an Unlawful Practice, appropriate disciplinary action against one found to have engaged in an Unlawful Practice, and appropriate remedies for any victim of an Unlawful Practice.

SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-3 of 37-7.2 Rev. 08/2024 31 SCV WATER Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 Section Nos.: 37.0-37.7.2 Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Effective Date: August 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors Any employee who believes that he or she has been the victim of an Unlawful Practice or any employee who observes or otherwise becomes aware of such conduct has a duty to immediately notify the Human Resources Supervisor, who is responsible for investigating such complaints. An employee is not required to report the complaint to the Human Resources Supervisor if the Human Resources Supervisor is the individual who is engaging in the unlawful conduct, but may in the alternative report the conduct to his or her immediate supervisor or to the General Manager.

The Agency will maintain confidentiality to the extent possible. Any supervisor

nesses, direct quotations when language is relevant, and any documentary evidence (notes, pictures, cartoons, etcetera).

The Human Resources Supervisor is the impartial person designated by the Agency to investigate complaints of Unlawful Practices. The Human Resources Supervisor may, however, delegate the investigation at his/her discretion to a qualified,

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impartial person designated by the Agency to investigate complaints of Unlawful Practices. The Human Resources Supervisor may, however, delegate the investigation at his/her discretion to a qualified, impartial investigator. In the event the Unlawful Practice complaint is against the Human Resources Supervisor, a qualified, impartial investigator shall be appointed by the General Manager.

SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-4 of 37-7.2 Rev. 08/2024 32 SCV Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 WATER Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors Section Nos.: 37.0-37.7.2 Effective Date: August 2024 The Human Resources Supervisor shall maintain tracking documentation for all complaints filed to ensure that investigations progress reasonably and are completed in a timely manner. Based on the report and any other relevant information, the General Manager shall, within a reasonable period of time, determine whether the conduct requires discipline. In making that determination, the General Manager shall look at the record as a whole and at the totality of circumstances, including the nature of the conduct in question, the context in which the conduct, if any, occurred, and the conduct of the complainant.

37.4.4 Corrective Action At the conclusion of the timely investigation, if it is determined that an Unlawful

or deliberately interfering with any such investigation is also a violation of this policy.

The results shall be timely given to the complainant, the alleged wrongdoer, and the General Manager upon the completion of an investigation.

The complainant will be notified when the investigation has been completed and will be informed of the general outcome of the investigation, i.e., whether the complaint has been substantiated or unsubstantiated. However, the complainant is not entitled to know the corrective action, if any, imposed on the accused wrongdoer as that information is protected by the accused wrongdoer's right to privacy. Appropriate action will be taken to ensure the employee who has been found to have been discriminated against, harassed and/or retaliated against will not be discriminated against, harassed and/or retaliated against in the future, including but not limited to redistribution of this policy, training, transfer, etcetera.

37.4.5 Retaliation No employee will be subject to any form of retaliation for reporting any violation or participating in any investigation under this policy truthfully and in good faith.

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r, etcetera.

37.4.5 Retaliation No employee will be subject to any form of retaliation for reporting any violation or participating in any investigation under this policy truthfully and in good faith.

Employees who believe they have been retaliated against in violation of this policy should utilize the same complaint procedure described above.

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37.6 External Complaint Procedure The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the California Civil Rights Department are authorized to accept and investigate complaints of employment discrimination, and to mediate settlements. The Fair Employment and Housing Council has authority to issue accusations against employers, conduct formal hearings, and award reinstatement, back pay, damages, and other affirmative relief. State and federal laws also prohibit retaliation against

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rity to issue accusations against employers, conduct formal hearings, and award reinstatement, back pay, damages, and other affirmative relief. State and federal laws also prohibit retaliation against employees because they have filed a complaint with the EEOC, CRD or FEHC, participated in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing with either agency, or opposed any practice made unlawful by Title VII or the FEHA.

For more information, contact the Human Resources Department. Contact information for the CRD can be obtained at www.calcivilrights.ca.gov. Contact information for the EEOC can be obtained at www.eeoc.gov.

Questions regarding this policy should be directed to the Human Resources Supervisor, Assistant General Manager or the General Manager. This process is subject to the grievance procedure.

37.7 Whistleblower Protection The Agency prohibits all of the following: i. Taking any retaliatory adverse action against an employee because the employee has or is believed to have disclosed information to any government or law enforcement agency, including to the Agency, if the employee has reasonable cause to believe that the information discloses a violation of state or federal law, or a violation or noncompliance with a local, state, or federal rule or regulation; ii. Preventing an employee from disclosing information to a government agency, including to the Agency, if the employee has reasonable cause to believe that the information discloses a violation of state or federal law, or a violation or noncompliance with a local, state, or federal rule or regulation; SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-6 of 37-7.2 Rev. 08/2024 34 SCV Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0

regulation; SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-6 of 37-7.2 Rev. 08/2024 34 SCV Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 WATER Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors Section Nos.: 37.0-37.7.2 Effective Date: August 2024 iii. Retaliating against an employee for refusing to participate in any activity that would result in a violation of state or federal law, or a violation or noncompliance with a local, state, or federal rule or regulation; iv. Retaliating against an employee because the employee's family member has or is perceived to have engaged in any of the protected activities listed in (i)(iii) above; and v. Retaliating against an employee for disclosing information that the employee reasonably believes is evidence of gross mismanagement of a Federal contract or grant, a gross waste of Federal funds, an abuse of authority relating to a Federal contract or grant, a substantial and specific danger to public health or safety, or a violation of law, rule, or regulation related to a Federal contract (including the competition for or negotiation of a contract) or grant to: 1. A Member of Congress or a representative of a committee of Congress; 2. An Inspector General; 3. The Government Accountability Office; 4. A Federal employee responsible for contract or grant oversight or management at the relevant agency; 5. An authorized official of the Department of Justice or other law enforcement agency; 6. A court or grand jury; or 7. A management official or other employee of the contractor, subcontractor, grantee, subgrantee, or personal services contractor who has the responsibility to investigate, discover, or address misconduct.

37.7.1 Definitions has include cof

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ee of the contractor, subcontractor, grantee, subgrantee, or personal services contractor who has the responsibility to investigate, discover, or address misconduct.

37.7.1 Definitions has include cof "Adverse Action" may include, but is not limited to, any of the following: • Real or implied threats of intimidation to attempt or prevent an individual from reporting alleged wrongdoing or because of actual or potential protected activity.

Refusing to hire an individual because of actual or potential protected activity.

Denying promotion to an individual because of actual or potential protected activity.

Taking any form of disciplinary action because of actual or potential protected activity.

SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-7 of 37-7.2 Rev. 08/2024 35 SCV Policy Title: EMPLOYEE MANUAL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, RETALIATION, AND WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTING POLICY Policy No.: 37.0 WATER Approval Date: August 6, 2024 Approved By: Board of Directors Section Nos.: 37.0-37.7.2 Effective Date: August 2024 Extending a probationary period because of actual or potential protected activity.

Altering work schedules or work assignments because of actual or potential protected activity.

37.7.2 Complaint Procedures Complaints related to a Federal Contract or Grant: A person who believes they have been subjected to retaliation based on disclosing information that the employee reasonably believes is evidence of gross mismanagement of a Federal contract or grant, a gross waste of Federal funds, an abuse of authority relating to a Federal contract or grant, a substantial and specific danger to public health or safety, or a violation of law, rule, or regulation related to a Federal contract (including the competition for or

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to a Federal contract or grant, a substantial and specific danger to public health or safety, or a violation of law, rule, or regulation related to a Federal contract (including the competition for or negotiation of a contract) or grant, they may submit a report or complaint to the Inspector General of the executive agency involved. Unless the Inspector General determines that the complaint is frivolous, fails to allege a violation, or has previously been addressed in another Federal or State judicial or administrative proceeding initiated by the complainant, the Inspector General shall investigate the complaint and, upon completion of such investigation, submit a report of the findings of the investigation to the person, the contractor, subcontractor, grantee, subgrantee, or personal services contractor concerned, and the head of the agency.

An employee may also submit an external complaint to OSHA pursuant to the directives provided at https://www.whistleblowers.gov/complaint page/.

SCV Water Employee Manual Page 37-8 of 37-7.2 Rev. 08/2024 36 DATE: TO: FROM: SCV WATER BOARD MEMORANDUM July 16, 2024 Board of Directors Rochelle Patterson по Chief Financial and Administrative Officer SUBJECT: Approve a Revised Position Control ITEM NO.

6.3 SUMMARY AND DISCUSSION At the June 4, 2024 Board meeting, the position control was approved for FY 2024/25. On June

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and Administrative Officer SUBJECT: Approve a Revised Position Control ITEM NO.

6.3 SUMMARY AND DISCUSSION At the June 4, 2024 Board meeting, the position control was approved for FY 2024/25. On June 3, 2024, the Human Resources Department processed a voluntary separation for an employee filling the Inspector | classification. The Inspection Department would like the ability during recruitment to hire an Inspector I or Inspector II, depending on the candidate's qualifications, but the Position Control (Attachment 1) would need to be updated to provide this option.

The staff's recommendation is to reduce the current Inspector I position to zero (0) and add a count of one (1) to the Inspector II position. There is no change in the total employee count.

Attachment 1 reflects this revised position control count.

POSITION Inspector I Inspector II POSITION COUNT 0 1 On July 15, 2024, the Finance and Administration Committee considered staff's recommendation to approve a revised position control.

STRATEGIC PLAN NEXUS This supports SCV Water's Strategic Plan Goal F - A High-Performance Team: “Attract and retain quality staff members and grow a culture of continuous improvement that fosters SCV Water's values," specifically Objective F.4.3: “Develop clear career path mapping for employees and classifications to understand career growth within their specific roles at SCV Water."

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS There is no increase to the FY 2024/25 Budget due to this change, as the Inspector I position was budgeted at Range 28, Step 9 (top of scale), whereas a new employee hired in the Inspector II position would likely start at Range 29, Step 1, which would be an annual salary decrease of approximately $15,000.

37 40 RECOMMENDATION

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top of scale), whereas a new employee hired in the Inspector II position would likely start at Range 29, Step 1, which would be an annual salary decrease of approximately $15,000.

37 40 RECOMMENDATION The Finance and Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve the Agency's revised Position Control.

RP Attachment 765 88 38 ATTACHMENT 1 SCV WATER POSITION CONTROL FY 2024/25 DEPARTMENT and POSITION ENGINEERING Administrative Technician Assistant Engineer Associate Engineer Chief Engineer Engineer Engineering Technician II Executive Assistant Inspector I Inspector II Inspector Supervisor Principal Engineer Right of Way Agent Senior Administrative Technician Senior Engineer Senior Engineering Technician Senior Inspector FINANCE, ADMINISTRATION & IT Accountant I Accountant II Accounting Supervisor Accounting Technician I Accounting Technician II RAFT Administrative Services Manager Administrative Technician Assistant Customer Service Supervisor Buyer Chief Financial and Administrative Officer Controller Customer Service Manager Customer Service Representative I Customer Service Representative II Customer Service Supervisor Director of Technology Services Facilities Maintenance Technician II Facilities Supervisor Financial Analyst I Fleet and Warehousing Supervisor Fleet Mechanic II No. of Positions 29 4 1 1 1 5 1 1 0 1 1 3 1 1 3 1 4 70 3 2 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 1 3 6 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 GIS Analyst GIS Manager GIS Technician II Human Resources Analyst Revised 8/6/24 3 1 1 3 39 SCV WATER POSITION CONTROL FY 2024/25 DEPARTMENT and POSITION Human Resources Manager Human Resources Specialist Information Technology Specialist Information Technology Supervisor Information Technology Technician I Information Technology Technician II Management Analyst I

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ces Manager Human Resources Specialist Information Technology Specialist Information Technology Supervisor Information Technology Technician I Information Technology Technician II Management Analyst I Office Assistant II Purchasing and Warehouse Technician II SCADA Supervisor SCADA Technician I SCADA Technician II Security Operations Specialist Security Specialist Senior Accountant Senior Accounting Technician Senior Administrative Technician Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician Senior Financial Analyst Senior Fleet Mechanic NAFT Senior Information Technology Technician Senior Management Analyst Senior Purchasing and Warehouse Technician MANAGEMENT Administrative Technician Board Secretary/Executive Assistant General Manager OPERATIONS Administrative Technician Chief Operating Officer Director of Operations and Maintenance Emergency Preparedness and Safety Coordinator Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor Executive Assistant Field Services Supervisor Field Services Worker I Field Services Worker II Lead Utility Operations Technician Management Analyst I Recycled Water Coordinator II Safety Specialist II Senior Administrative Technician No. of Positions 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 1 96 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 6 1 1 1 1 2 Revised 8/6/24 40 40 SCV WATER POSITION CONTROL FY 2024/25 DEPARTMENT and POSITION Senior Field Services Worker Senior Quality Assurance Scientist Senior Recycled Water Coordinator Senior Utility Operations Technician Senior Water Quality Scientist Senior Water Systems Technician Utility Operations Technician I Utility Operations Technician II Utility Operations Technician III Utility Supervisor Water Quality Laboratory Manager Water Quality Scientist I Water Quality Scientist II Water Quality Specialist Water Systems Supervisor

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chnician II Utility Operations Technician III Utility Supervisor Water Quality Laboratory Manager Water Quality Scientist I Water Quality Scientist II Water Quality Specialist Water Systems Supervisor Water Systems Technician I Water Systems Technician II TREATMENT & MAINTENANCE - PLANT Administrative Technician PAFT Electrical/Instrumentation Technician Senior Electrical Technician Senior Instrumentation Technician Senior Water Systems Technician Treatment Plant Operator I - 80 hour shift Treatment Plant Operator I - 84 hour shift Treatment Plant Operator II - 84 hour shift Treatment Plant Operator III - 84 hour shift Treatment Plant Operator Supervisor Utility Operations Technician II Water Systems Supervisor Water Systems Technician II Water Treatment Manager WATER RESOURCES Administrative Technician Assistant General Manager Communications Manager Director of Water Resources Event Coordinator Executive Assistant Principal Water Resources Planner Senior Management Analyst Senior Public Affairs Specialist No. of Positions 2 1 1 9 1 9 11 10 2 3 1 1 2 2 3 7 9 25 1 1 4 2 3 1 1 2 5 1 1 1 1 1 29 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 Revised 8/6/24 41 114 SCV WATER POSITION CONTROL FY 2024/25 DEPARTMENT and POSITION Senior Water Resources Planner Sustainability Manager Water Conservation Specialist II Water Education Instructor Water Education Supervisor Water Resources Planner No. of Positions 2 1 3 8 1 3 Total Positions 252 Full-Time Part-Time Full-Time Equivalents (FTE) 243 9 247.5 DRAFT Revised 8/6/24 42 SCV WATER BOARD MEMORANDUM DATE: July 16, 2024 TO: Board of Directors по FROM: SUBJECT: ITEM NO.

6.4 Rochelle Patterson Chief Financial and Administrative Officer Approve Adopting a Resolution Authorizing FY 2024/25 Water Supply Contract Payments SUMMARY AND DISCUSSION

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по FROM: SUBJECT: ITEM NO.

6.4 Rochelle Patterson Chief Financial and Administrative Officer Approve Adopting a Resolution Authorizing FY 2024/25 Water Supply Contract Payments SUMMARY AND DISCUSSION The Agency has received the Department of Water Resources (DWR) 2025 Statement of Charges. This invoice has been combined with the 2024 Statement of Charges to develop the attached resolution (Attachment 1) authorizing contract payments during FY 2024/25. The fixed charges total $24,521,099, as shown in Attachment 2. The variable charges depend on the water deliveries during the course of the year but are estimated at approximately $12,128,000.

On July 15, 2024, the Finance and Administration Committee considered staff's recommendation to adopt a resolution authorizing FY 2024/25 water supply contract payments.

STRATEGIC PLAN NEXUS This water supply contract helps achieve SCV Water's Strategic Plan Goal C - Sustainable Water Supply and Resources: "Implement programs to ensure the service area has reliable supplies of water and supporting resources.”

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS DWR payments are fully funded by Agency-set property tax revenues received from Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.

RECOMMENDATION The Finance and Administration Committee recommends that the Board of Directors adopt the attached resolution authorizing the General Manager to disburse funds from the State Water Contract Fund, subject to adjustments, in a timely manner to meet the Water Supply Contract payment obligations due during FY 2024/25.

RP/ed Attachments 765 43 43 [This page intentionally left blank.] 44 ATTACHMENT 1 RESOLUTION NO.

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE SANTA CLARITA VALLEY WATER AGENCY AUTHORIZING WATER SUPPLY CONTRACT PAYMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/25

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RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE SANTA CLARITA VALLEY WATER AGENCY AUTHORIZING WATER SUPPLY CONTRACT PAYMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 WHEREAS, the Castaic Lake Water Agency on April 30, 1963 contracted with the State of California through the Department of Water Resources for a water supply pursuant to the California Water Resources Development Bond Act; and WHEREAS, pursuant to SB 634, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency (SVC Water) was created on January 1, 2018 and is the successor entity to the Castaic Lake Water Agency (CLWA) and the Newhall County Water District (NCWD); and WHEREAS, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency is currently entitled under the Water Supply Contract, as amended, to a total Annual Table A amount of 95,200 acre-feet; and WHEREAS, the Water Supply Contract, as amended, requires the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency to make payments to the Department of Water Resources for water service on account of (1) a Delta Water Charge, (2) a Transportation Charge, (3) an Off-Aqueduct Power Facilities Charge as an addition to the Transportation Charge, and (4) a Water System Revenue Bond Surcharge; and WHEREAS, a summary of the charges contained in the statements is attached to this resolution and the total of the invoiced FY 2024/25 Water Supply Contract charges is $24,521,099, plus Variable Operation, Maintenance, Power and Replacement Charges; and WHEREAS, this action also approves payment of the July 2024 Water Supply Contract charges, including Variable Operation, Maintenance, Power and Replacements Charges, which may be paid in June 2024, as required by the Water Supply Contract.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors of the Santa Clarita Valley

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enance, Power and Replacements Charges, which may be paid in June 2024, as required by the Water Supply Contract.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors of the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency authorizes the General Manager to disburse funds from the State Water Contract Fund, subject to adjustments, in a timely manner to meet the Water Supply Contract payment obligations due for FY 2024/25.

45 45 [This page intentionally left blank.] 40 46 ATTACHMENT 2 FY 2024/25 Water Supply Contract Payments - July 2024 OffAqueduct Water System Delta Water Transportatio Power Revenue Bond Charge n Charge Charge Surcharge Total July 2024 $ 2,187,667 $ 2,178,789 $ (1,528) $ 1,322,619 $ 5,687,547 August 2024 413,511 1,048,458 (1,528) 1,460,441 September 413,511 1,048,458 62,492 1,524,461 October 413,511 1,048,458 (1,528) 1,460,441 November 413,511 1,048,458 (1,528) 1,460,441 December 413,510 1,048,457 (1,528) 1,460,439 January 2025 2,372,141 1,663,944 3,672 1,188,058 5,227,815 February 478,996 752,704 3,672 1,235,372 March 478,996 752,704 66,328 1,298,028 April 478,996 752,704 3,672 1,235,372 May 478,995 752,704 3,672 1,235,371 June 478,995 752,704 3,672 1,235,371 Total DMS #38873 $6,834,673 $ 10,669,753 $ 141,068 $ 1,188,058 $ 24,521,099 Reflects Invoice 25-005-T Combined, dated June 30, 2024 July 9, 2024 47 [This page intentionally left blank.] 48 SCV WATER ITEM NO.

6.5 Monthly Financial Report MAY 2024 49 49 [This page intentionally left blank.] 60 50 Statement of Revenues and Expenses 51 110 52 529 [This page intentionally left blank.] SCV Water Statement of Revenues and Expenses For the 11th Period Ending 5.31.24 - Unaudited (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) (G) (H) Actual Current Period Budget Year-to-Date Variance Percent Actual Budget Variance Percent

tement of Revenues and Expenses For the 11th Period Ending 5.31.24 - Unaudited (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) (G) (H) Actual Current Period Budget Year-to-Date Variance Percent Actual Budget Variance Percent Operating Revenues (1) $ 5,637,732 $ 7,739,326 $ (2) 25,845 25,936 (3) 4,255 40,600 (4) 73,140 40,000 (2,101,593) (91) (36,345) 33,140 (27%) (a) Water Sales (0%) Water Sales - WWR $ 76,380,093 253,932 $ 88,034,831 $ (11,654,738) (13%) 280,762 (26,830) (10%) (90%) (b) Water Sales - Recycled 274,050 446,599 (172,548) (39%) (3) $ 5,740,973 $ 7,845,862 $ (2,104,889) 83% (c) Misc Fees and Charges (27%) 787,990 455,000 332,990 73% (4) Total Operating Revenues $ 77,696,065 $ 89,217,192 $ (11,521,126) (13%) (5) Operating Expenses (6) $ 298,622 $ (7) 1,542,166 257,837 1,808,282 $ 40,784 (266,116) (8) 380,343 255,685 124,658 16% (d) Management (15%) (e) Finance, Admin & IT 49% (f) Customer Care $ 2,397,299 18,531,787 2,916,636 (9) 812,109 929,131 (117,022) (10) 1,155,758 1,431,331 (275,572) (13%) (g) Trans & Distribution (19%) (h) Pumping Wells & Storage 10,069,364 $ 2,836,208 21,983,431 2,812,530 10,219,446 $ (438,910) (3,451,644) 104,106 (16%) (6) (16%) (7) 4% (8) (150,081) (2%) (9) 13,106,001 15,562,236 (2,456,235) (16%) (10) (11) 894,111 938,385 (44,274) (5%) Water Resources 7,170,473 10,322,231 (3,151,758) (31%) (11) (12) 276,755 209,068 67,687 32% (i) Source of Supply 4,642,450 6,599,748 (1,957,298) (30%) (12) (13) 1,128,104 1,241,097 (112,993) (9%) (14) 355,131 373,667 (18,536) (5%) Water Quality, Treatment & Maintenance Engineering Services 12,347,497 4,012,246 12,818,318 4,110,337 (470,821) (4%) (13) (98,091) (2%) (14) (15) $ 6,843,099 (16) $ (1,102,127) $ $ 7,444,482 401,379 $ (601,383) $ (1,503,506) (8%) Total Operating Expenses $ 75,193,753 (375%)

12,246 12,818,318 4,110,337 (470,821) (4%) (13) (98,091) (2%) (14) (15) $ 6,843,099 (16) $ (1,102,127) $ $ 7,444,482 401,379 $ (601,383) $ (1,503,506) (8%) Total Operating Expenses $ 75,193,753 (375%) Net Operating Revenues (Expenses) $ 2,502,312 $ 87,264,484 $ 1,952,707 $ (12,070,731) $ 549,605 (14%) (15) 28% (16) Non-Operating Revenues and (Expenses) (17) (18) $ 6,264,001 (2,218,859) $ 4,779,131 (6,362,178) $ 1,484,870 4,143,319 (19) Debt Service 31% (j) Non-Operating Revenues (65%) (k) Capital Improvement Projects - Pay Go 0% $ 60,585,023 (20) (21) $ (22) (4,300) 4,040,842 $ 2,938,715 (3,333) $ (1,586,380) $ (967) 5,627,222 29% $ (1,185,001) $ 4,123,716 (355%) (348%) Leases and SBITA Interest Expenses Net Non-Operating Revenues and (Expenses) Increase (Decrease) in Net Position $ (25,682,376) (35,272,220) (39,380) (408,953) $ (50,370,005) $ 2,093,359 $ (48,417,298) $ 50,510,657 $ 57,191,372 (69,983,962) (37,540,749) (36,667) $ 3,393,650 44,301,586 2,268,530 (2,713) $ 49,961,052 (99%) (21) (104%) (22) 6% (17) (63%) (18) (6%) (19) 7% (20) Monthly Changes of more than 10% and $20,000 (b) (c) (a) Overall consumption was lower than anticipated, YTD under budget 13% ($11.7 Million).

Recycled Water Sales down due to rainy past few months. YTD under budget 39% ($172,548).

Misc. Fees and Charges vary month to month. YTD over budget by 73% $332,990, positive variance.

(d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (j) (k) Outside Services are higher than budgeted due to timing of Perchlorate Litigation Legal Expenses. YTD under budget 16% ($438,910).

Outside Services are lower than budgeted due to timing of invoices. YTD under budget by 16% ($3.5 Million).

Outside Services are higher than budgeted due the (4/10) public outreach. YTD over budget by 4% ($104,106).

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s are lower than budgeted due to timing of invoices. YTD under budget by 16% ($3.5 Million).

Outside Services are higher than budgeted due the (4/10) public outreach. YTD over budget by 4% ($104,106).

Outside Services are lower than budgeted due to the timing of invoices. YTD under budget by 27% ($1.3 Milloin).

Outside Services are lower than budgeted due to the timing of invoices. YTD under budget by 51% ($2.3 Million).

May Expenses are higher due to timing of firming and core water invoices. YTD under budget 30% ($2 Million).

Non-Operating Revenues are higher than budgeted due to higher Property Taxes and Facility Capacity Fees receipts. YTD over budget 6% $3.4 Million.

Timing of capital projects vary month to month.

1 Non-Operating Revenues include: Grants & Reimbursements, 1% Property Tax, Cell Sites, FCF, Lab Revenues, Interest Income, Annexation Reimb.

[This page intentionally left blank.] 54 55 559 Investment Report [This page intentionally left blank.] 56 Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Cash and Investment Summary May 31, 2024 Cash and Investments Supranationals 0.41% Operating Account 9.73% CMOS Asset Backed Foreign Issues 1.48% 4.16% Securities 4.89% Corporate Issues 12.42% Govt Money Market 0.42% Certificates of Deposit.

0.52% State and Local Govt Bonds 2.76% US Gov't Issues 9.43% US Treasury Notes 18.43%.

Customer Billing Bank Accounts 0.33% US Treasury Bills 6.72% US Bank Cash With Fiscal Agent 14.95% US Bank Trust Account 3.30% LACPIF 0.01% XXX-10101 $ LAIF-Operating 10.04% Operating Account-Incl FCF's, SWP & CIP 34,309,402 9.73% Customer Billing Bank Accounts 101-10105 1,148,040 0.33% US Treasury Bills (Cash Equivalent) 101-10104 23,693,464 6.72% US Bank-Cash with Fiscal Agent 101-102XX 52,694,969 14.95% US Bank Trust Account (1% Prop Tax) 101-10202

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counts 101-10105 1,148,040 0.33% US Treasury Bills (Cash Equivalent) 101-10104 23,693,464 6.72% US Bank-Cash with Fiscal Agent 101-102XX 52,694,969 14.95% US Bank Trust Account (1% Prop Tax) 101-10202 11,641,441 3.30% LAIF - Operating 101-11061 35,403,504 10.04% LAC Pooled Investment Fund 101-11062 27,711 0.01% US Treasury Notes 101-11063 64,985,982 18.43% US Gov't Issues (excl T-Bills & T-Notes) 101-11064 33,258,124 9.43% State and Local Government Bonds 101-11065 9,749,021 2.76% Certificates of Deposit 101-11066 1,828,843 0.52% Government Money Mkt Fund 101-11067 1,471,774 0.42% Corporate Issues Foreign Issues CMOS Asset Backed Securities Supranationals 101-11068 43,788,531 12.42% 101-11069 5,221,205 1.48% 101-11070 14,678,759 4.16% 101-11071 17,249,730 4.89% 101-11072 $ 1,438,891 352,589,391 0.41% 100.00% Estimated Refundable Developer Deposits: $ 8,000,327 in totals above Portfolio-wide Investments, including CIP Funds: Weighted Average Yield 4.905% Rpath Rochelle Patterson, MPA Treasurer/Chief Financial & Administrative Officer Alery A Amy Aguer, CPA Controller All investment actions executed since the last report have been made in full compliance with the Investment Policy, and the Agency will meet its expenditure obligations for the next six months as required by Government Code Section 53646(b)(2) and (3), respectively.

40 57 SCV Water Consolidated Cash & Investment Summary Note 5/31/2024 Acct # Balance Total % of Total Cash & Sweep Accounts WF Operating Account-Incl FCF's, SWP & CIP Less: WF Restricted Cash (FCFS, SWP & CIP) US Treasury Bills - CAM Customer Billing - Northstar Account Commercial Paper Customer Billing - enQuesta Account US Bank Cash with Fiscal Agent Less: Restricted Cash US Bank 2023A Bonds US Bank Trust Account (1% Prop Tax)

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Customer Billing - Northstar Account Commercial Paper Customer Billing - enQuesta Account US Bank Cash with Fiscal Agent Less: Restricted Cash US Bank 2023A Bonds US Bank Trust Account (1% Prop Tax) Less: Restricted Cash US Bank 1% Prop Tax 101/202/204/223-10101 $ 34,309,402 1 202/224/223-10101 101-10104 101-10105 101-10106 101-10107 101/204/223-102XX 1 223-10223 101/204-10202 2 101/204-10202 Subtotal - Cash & Sweep Accounts Unrestricted (12,610,352) 23,693,464 175,091 972,949 52,694,969 (52,669,540) 11,641,441 (11,641,441) $ 46,565,982 13.21% Investments - Unrestricted Local Agency Investment Fund LAC Pooled Investment Fund US Treasury Notes - US Bank US Govt Issues (excl T-Notes & T-Bills) Taxable Municipal Issues (State & Local) Certificates of Deposit Government Money Mkt Fund Corporate Issues Foreign Issues CMOS-Collateralized Mortgage Obligations Asset Backed Securities Supranationals Less: Restricted Investments - FCF Less: Restricted Investments - SWP 101/202/204-11061 101-11062 101-11063 101/204-11064 $ 35,403,504 27,711 64,985,982 33,258,124 101-11065 9,749,021 101-11066 1,828,843 101/204-11067 1,471,774 101-11068 43,788,531 101-11069 5,221,205 101-11070 14,678,759 101-11071 17,249,730 101-11072 1,438,891 3 202-11061 4 204-11061-11067 Subtotal - Investments Unrestricted (9,772,507) (105,813,183) $ 113,516,386 32.20% Cash and Investments - Restricted Facility Capacity Fee Fund - Cash Facility Capacity Fee Fund - Investments US Bank Trust Account (1% Prop Tax) State Water Project - Cash (WF & US Bank) State Water Project - Investments 5 202-10101 3 202-11061 2 101/204-10202 6 204-10101 4 204-11061/11063/11064 Subtotal - Cash & Investments Restricted $ 9,772,507 11,641,441 7,992,892 105,813,183 135,220,022 38.35% $ 295,302,390 58 Note Acct #

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01 3 202-11061 2 101/204-10202 6 204-10101 4 204-11061/11063/11064 Subtotal - Cash & Investments Restricted $ 9,772,507 11,641,441 7,992,892 105,813,183 135,220,022 38.35% $ 295,302,390 58 Note Acct # Cash & Sweep Accounts - Wells Fargo Pooled Cash 7 223-10101 US Bank Trust Account - 2023 Bond Proceeds 223-102XX Notes 1 Restricted Cash - FCF's, SWP & CIP 2 Restricted Cash - US Bank 1% Property Taxes 3 Restricted Investments - FCF's Legacy SCWD 4 Restricted Investments - State Water Project 5 Restricted Cash - FCF's (Txfr'd to cover Debt Svc) 6 Restricted Cash - SWP (State Water Project) 7 Restricted Cash - CIP 2023A Bond Proceeds % of Balance Total Total $ 4,617,461 52,669,540 $ 57,287,001 16.25% TOTAL CASH AND INVESTMENTS $ 352,589,391 100.00% 59 5/31/2024 Agency-wide General Funds Invested: Per Chandler Asset Management and US Bank Custody Trust Statements Purchase Maturity Cash & Cash-Equivalents Cost Yield Date Date Est'd Yield Wells Fargo Pooled Operating Cash Less: CIP 2023A Pooled Cash $ 34,309,402 5.186% Various Liquid $ (4,617,461) 5.186% Various Liquid 1,779,334 (239,468) Wells Fargo Customer Care Accounts 1,148,040 5.186% Various Liquid US Bank DS Accounts 52,694,969 4.810% Various Liquid Less: CIP 2023A US Bank Bond Proceeds (52,669,540) 4.810% Various Liquid US Bank 1% Property Tax Trust Account 11,641,441 3.810% Various 08/15/24 59,539 2,534,628 (2,533,405) 443,539 US T-Bills (Cash Equiv) - CAM 23,693,464 5.079% Various Various 1,203,416 First American Govt MM (Cash Equiv)-CAM 1,471,774 4.930% Various Liquid 72,558 Total Cash & Cash-Equivalents $ 67,672,088 4.906% Weighted Avg Yield $ 3,320,141 Investments External to US Bank / Chandler Asset Management Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) LA County Pooled Investment Fund $ 35,403,504 27,711 4.332% 4.180%

4.906% Weighted Avg Yield $ 3,320,141 Investments External to US Bank / Chandler Asset Management Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) LA County Pooled Investment Fund $ 35,403,504 27,711 4.332% 4.180% Various Various Liquid Liquid 1,533,680 1,158 Investments per US Bank / Chandler Asset Management Statements (excluding Cash Equivalents) Asset-Backed Securities - CAM $ 17,249,730 5.323% Various Various $ Federal Agencies - CAM 33,258,124 5.162% Various Various 918,136 1,716,633 CMOS - Collateralized Mortgages - CAM 14,678,759 4.910% Various Various 720,704 Corporate Issues - CAM 43,792,400 5.265% Various Various Municipal Bonds (State/Local Gov'ts) CAM 9,749,021 5.228% Various Various Negotiable Certificates of Deposit - CAM US Treasury Notes - US Bank 1,828,843 5.412% Various Various 64,985,982 4.690% Various Various 2,305,888 509,677 98,976 3,047,832 Foreign Issues - CAM Supranationals - CAM 5,221,205 5.335% Various Various 278,558 1,438,891 4.976% 06/27/23 05/15/26 71,592 Total Investments $ 227,634,171 4.921% Weighted Avg Yield $ 11,202,834 Cash & Investments Non-CIP $ 295,306,258 4.918% Portfolio Weighted Avg Yield $ 14,522,975 Reconciliation with Portfolio-wide Summary CAM Managed Assets / Held at US Bank in Trust CIP 2023A Cash $ CIP US 2023A Bond Proceeds CIP Cash & Investments 4,617,461 5.186% 52,669,540 4.810% US T-Bills (Cash Equivalent) Commercial Paper $ 23,693,464 0 First American Gov't MM 1,471,774 57,287,001 4.840% Asset-Backed Securities 17,249,730 Federal Agencies 33,258,124 Portfolio Wide Total Cash & Investments $ 352,593,259 4.905% CMO's Collateralized Mtgs 14,678,759 Timing differences, Reconciling Items; see Note 2 On Consolidated TB Corporate Issues (excluding Foreign Issues) 43,792,400 3,869 Municipal Bonds (State/Local) 9,749,021 Negotiable CDs

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Mtgs 14,678,759 Timing differences, Reconciling Items; see Note 2 On Consolidated TB Corporate Issues (excluding Foreign Issues) 43,792,400 3,869 Municipal Bonds (State/Local) 9,749,021 Negotiable CDs 1,828,843 US Treasury Notes 64,985,982 Foreign Notes Supranationals 5,221,205 1,438,891 CAM Assets Managed $ 217,368,193 62% 60 60 119 61 3-Month Cashflow [This page intentionally left blank.] 62 62 DESCRIPTION SANTA CLARITA VALLEY WATER AGENCY 3 Month Cash Flow Projection UNRESTRICTED RESTRICTED Capacity Fees 9,772,507 CIP Fund SWC $164,053,999 $ 54,933,996 $112,340,422 $ Checking Investments Beginning Balance (estimated): $ 71,564,554 July 2024 Cash Provided from: Water Sales Water Sales Misc¹ Recycled Water Sales 11,437,771 93,833 43,698 Non Operating Income: Property Taxes Capacity Fees 558,333 Interest Earned Communication/Rental 438,946 47,778 65,684 326,590 Grants 498,000 Reimbursements 2 128,358 Bond/Loan Proceeds Other 3 56,180 Cash Used/Added to/for: Monthly Expenses (7,608,987) DWR Payments (177,940) (1,455,400) יוי Misc. Water Purchases Debt Service CIP CalPERS UAL (6,667) (3,333) (2,338,667) (1,884,082) (6,000,068) (3,173,667) Txfr to/from Projected Ending Balance July 2024 $ 71,969,382 $164,053,999 $ 52,324,013 $ 105,033,605 $10,330,840 August 2024 Cash Provided from: Water Sales 12,475,175 Water Sales Misc 99,333 Recycled Water Sales 43,698 Non Operating Income: Property Taxes 1,385,211 Capacity Fees Interest Earned Communication/Rental Grants Reimbursements Bond/Loan Proceeds 438,946 47,778 128,358 3 Other 56,180 Cash Used/Added to/for: Monthly Expenses (10,042,117) DWR Payments Misc. Water Purchases (6,667) Debt Service (32,608,189) CIP (2,338,667) Txfr to/from 827,361 558,333 65,684 326,590 498,000 (3,173,667) (180,993) (727,700) (1,471,779) -

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(10,042,117) DWR Payments Misc. Water Purchases (6,667) Debt Service (32,608,189) CIP (2,338,667) Txfr to/from 827,361 558,333 65,684 326,590 498,000 (3,173,667) (180,993) (727,700) (1,471,779) Projected Ending Bal August 2024 $ 41,648,421 $164,053,999 $ 49,714,030 $103,807,084 $ 10,889,174 63 DESCRIPTION Beginning Balance (estimated): September 2024 SANTA CLARITA VALLEY WATER AGENCY 3 Month Cash Flow Projection UNRESTRICTED RESTRICTED Checking Investments $ 71,564,554 CIP Fund SWC Capacity Fees 9,772,507 $164,053,999 $ 54,933,996 $112,340,422 $ Cash Provided from: Water Sales Water Sales Misc 1 Recycled Water Sales Non Operating Income: Property Taxes Capacity Fees Interest Earned 12,475,175 99,333 43,698 558,333 438,946 65,684 326,590 Communication/Rental 47,778 Grants 498,000 2 Reimbursements 128,358 Bond/Loan Proceeds 3 Other 56,180 Cash Used/Added to/for: Monthly Expenses (8,778,057) DWR Payments Misc. Water Purchases (6,667) Debt Service CIP (3,333) (2,338,667) (177,940) (1,091,500) (1,535,799) (3,173,667) Txfr to/from Projected Ending Bal September 2024 $ 43,811,166 $164,053,999 $ 47,104,047 $101,328,435 $ 11,447,507 Notes: 1 Water Sales Misc. includes Late Charges, Misc. Retail Charges, Rebates, and Water Sales-One time 2 Reimbursements include Annexation and PERCH Reimbursements - O&M & CIP 3 Other includes Laboratory Revenues and Other Non-Operating Revenue 64 Ten Largest Disbursements Check Register 99 65 [This page intentionally left blank.] 60 66 SCV Water Ten Largest Disbursements May 1, 2024 to May 31, 2024 1,210,465.30 1,210,465.30 411,060.00 411,060.00 No. Date 05-14-2024 Pmt # Supplier_Name 19039 Zim Industries, Inc.

1 Zim Industries, Inc.

05-08-2024 59252 Department of Water Resources 2 Department of Water Resources 05-29-2024

11,060.00 411,060.00 No. Date 05-14-2024 Pmt # Supplier_Name 19039 Zim Industries, Inc.

1 Zim Industries, Inc.

05-08-2024 59252 Department of Water Resources 2 Department of Water Resources 05-29-2024 19144 Thirkettle Corporation 19144 3 Thirkettle Corporation 05-08-2024 18978 Simpson Sandblasting & Special Coatings, Inc.

4 Simpson Sandblasting & Special Coatings, Inc.

05-29-2024 59453 City Of Santa Clarita 5 City of Santa Clarita 05/23/2024 19122 So. California Edison Co.

Invoice_Description Replacement (Saugus 3 & 4) Wells Construction Project, Progress Payment through 3/31/24 Amount DWR Monthly Variable - MAR 2024 Sensus CommandLink II (2) Single Port Meter Transceiver (1944) Olympian (North Oaks) Water Storage Tanks 1 & 4 Coating Project - March 2024 Pass Thru Funds_Invoice 1 - Prop 1 Round 2 IRWM Grant Project 1 - Via Princessa Park and Regional Infiltration BMP LK Hughes E/S Dam 3/28/24-4/28/24 1,506.18 371,901.68 373,407.86 270,175.08 270,175.08 266,112.52 266,112.52 434.21 309.74 6,910.16 25849 1/2 Railroad Ave 3/28/24-4/28/24 25849 1/2 Railroad Ave 2/28/24-3/27/24 Bouquet Canyon Road 3/19/24-4/17/24 32700 Lake Hughes Road 3/28/24-4/28/24 -2,646.21 -69.99 9.94 -60.88 27234 Bouquet Canyon Rd SB 3/28/24-4/28/24 -1.36 25401 Bouquet Canyon 3/27/24-4/25/24 25401 Bouquet Canyon 2/27/24-3/26/24 138,850.78 -11,626.45 -56,144.72 23308 Magic Mountain 3/11/24-4/9/24 23308 Magic Mountain 2/8/24-3/10/24 23498 Newhall Ranch Rd 3/28/24-4/28/24 10,873.34 -894.34 -67.51 28185 The Old Rd 3/28/24-4/28/24 2,569.48 26503 Mcbean Pkwy 3/28/24-4/28/24 -68.18 32700 Lake Hughes Rd W 3/28/24-4/28/24 4,288.73 3,503.36 27930 1/2 Lost Canyon Rd 3/28/24-4/28/24 44.98 27171 1/2 Camp Plenty 3/28/24-4/28/24 20545 Santa Clara St 3/28/24-4/28/24 -49.03 20545 Santa Clara St 2/28/24-3/27/24

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3/28/24-4/28/24 4,288.73 3,503.36 27930 1/2 Lost Canyon Rd 3/28/24-4/28/24 44.98 27171 1/2 Camp Plenty 3/28/24-4/28/24 20545 Santa Clara St 3/28/24-4/28/24 -49.03 20545 Santa Clara St 2/28/24-3/27/24 156,676.28 79.17 -12,073.62 27295 Rolling Hills Ave 3/28/24-4/28/24 247.56 17213 Medley Ridge Dr 3/28/24-4/28/24 -53.88 27434 1/2 Bouquet Canyon Rd 3/28/24-4/28/24 27475 1/2 Canyon View Dr 3/13/24-4/11/24 36.36 16.02 67 220 No. Date Pmt # Supplier_Name SCV Water Ten Largest Disbursements May 1, 2024 to May 31, 2024 Invoice_Description 26501 Summit Cir 3/22/24-4/22/24 26505 Summit Cir 3/22/24-4/22/24 26501 Summit Cir HM 3/25/24-4/23/24 26979 Westridge 3/28/24-4/28/24 27139 Honby Ave PED 3/21/24-4/21/24 6 So. California Edison Co.

5/1/2024 59243 Shapell Properties, Inc Refund for FCF Certificate CF 21-0083 7 Shapell Properties, Inc 5/23/2024 19131 So. California Edison Co.

28830 Hancock Pkwy U 4/2/24-4/30/24 Amount 420.72 197.33 -63.08 -62.56 8.47 -36.42 241,558.40 179,174.00 179,174.00 129.13 17.26 28201 1/2 River Trail Ln Well 4/4/24-5/2/24 28410 Hillcrest Pkwy 3/27/24-4/25/24 30400 Vineyard Ln PED 3/27/24-4/25/24 2,505.81 1,713.38 733.05 100.65 175.32 27651 Park Forest 3/22/24-4/22/24 25101 Sagecrest Cir 3/22/24-4/22/24 2,261.18 992.58 41.42 113.74 25550 Hemingway Ave 3/22/24-4/22/24 4,982.26 2,871.90 26290 Shakespeare Ln 3/22/24-4/22/24 -69.51 1.00 26748 Sandburn PI PED 3/22/24-4/22/24 -56.33 14.60 28202 Cascade Rd PED 3/22/24-4/22/24 -69.53 0.99 28432 Livingston Ave 3/19/24-4/17/24 92.32 28432 Livingston Ave 2/16/24-3/18/24 91.39 28432 Livingston Ave 1/18/24-2/15/24 28432 Livingston Ave 12/18/23-1/17/24 90.19 83.77 28432 Livingston Ave 11/16/23-12/17/23 75.96 28432 Livingston Ave 10/17/23-11/15/23 75.96 28318 Witherspoon Pkwy PED 3/22/24-4/22/24 -69.51 1.02

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15/24 28432 Livingston Ave 12/18/23-1/17/24 90.19 83.77 28432 Livingston Ave 11/16/23-12/17/23 75.96 28432 Livingston Ave 10/17/23-11/15/23 75.96 28318 Witherspoon Pkwy PED 3/22/24-4/22/24 -69.51 1.02 29646 The Old Rd U 3/22/24-4/22/24 -45.37 25.24 30016 Hamlet Way TPP 3/22/24-4/22/24 -66.12 4.36 25774 Oak Meadow Dr 3/22/24-4/22/24 -64.25 68 No. Date Pmt # Supplier_Name SCV Water Ten Largest Disbursements May 1, 2024 to May 31, 2024 Invoice_Description Amount 6.19 26608 Feedmill Rd U 3/22/24-4/22/24 9,371.35 3,693.98 25507 Oak Meadow 3/22/24-4/22/24 -69.36 1.01 26797 Westridge 3/22/24-4/22/24 -70.16 0.80 26994 Willowbrook Ln U 3/22/24-4/22/24 -60.07 10.13 23100 Lowridge PI U 3/22/24-4/22/24 -49.81 21.11 30149 Galbreth Ct 3/22/24-4/22/24 -70.35 29909 Bancroft PI 3/22/24-4/22/24 -61.87 8.57 28636 Livingston Ave 3/22/24-4/22/24 150.15 219.43 23600 Decoro Drive 3/22/24-4/22/24 3,959.28 24050 Valencia Blvd 3/22/24-4/22/24 83.48 27101 Ridge Road 160 3/22/24-4/22/24 21363 Soledad Canyon Rd U4 3/22/24-4/22/24 3,543.40 26477 Bouquet Canyon Rd 3/22/24-4/22/24 25112 Rye Canyon Loop 3/22/24-4/22/24 21.19 14,423.13 25234 Valencia 3/22/24-4/22/24 143.93 7,007.59 25841 Tournament Rd 3/22/24-4/22/24 27700 Golden St 3/22/24-4/22/24 15.78 38.44 28400 Copper Hill Dr PED 3/22/24-4/22/24 368.45 25197 Auror Dr 3/22/24-4/22/24 1,151.39 28531 Farrier Dr PED 3/22/24-4/22/24 -61.63 23816 Auto Center N7 3/22/24-4/22/24 20,576.94 23817 Auto Center N8 3/22/24-4/22/24 16,493.95 27508 Newhall Ranch Rd 3/22/24-4/22/24 142.23 24439 Valencia 3/22/24-4/22/24 88.60 29238 Black Pine Way U 3/22/24-4/22/24 -64.18 24341 Valencia Blvd 3/22/24-4/22/24 4,632.68 28820 Bellows Ct U 3/22/24-4/22/24 1,132.16 23900 Bridgeport S6 3/22/24-4/22/24 25600 Hwy 99/159EMG PMP 3/22/24-4/22/24

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k Pine Way U 3/22/24-4/22/24 -64.18 24341 Valencia Blvd 3/22/24-4/22/24 4,632.68 28820 Bellows Ct U 3/22/24-4/22/24 1,132.16 23900 Bridgeport S6 3/22/24-4/22/24 25600 Hwy 99/159EMG PMP 3/22/24-4/22/24 26629 Bouquet Canyon Rd 3/19/24-4/17/24 22555 Brightwood PI 3/19/24-4/17/24 662.85 344.60 1,541.56 51.55 25901 Tournament Rd 4/11/24-5/9/24 26353 Mcbean Pkwy 4/12/24-5/12/24 4,661.32 2,491.48 69 SCV Water Ten Largest Disbursements May 1, 2024 to May 31, 2024 No. Date Pmt # Supplier_Name Invoice_Description Amount 26908 Feedmill Rd U 3/22/24-4/22/24 15,973.84 8,118.58 23416 Magic Mountain Pkwy V5 4/10/24-5/8/24 1,636.80 Avenidavelarte V6 4/10/24-5/8/24 444.72 27502 Hasley Canyon Rd 3/19/24-4/17/24 10.14 9.42 28053 Carnegie Ave CAR 3/21/24-4/21/24 2,376.25 26280 1/2 Gladding 3/21/24-4/21/24 23790 Bridgeport S8 3/18/24-4/16/24 46.91 88.34 23790 Bridgeport S8 2/15/24-3/17/24 87.39 23790 Bridgeport S8 1/17/24-2/14/24 86.31 23790 Bridgeport S8 12/15/23-1/16/24 23790 Bridgeport S8 11/15/23-12/14/23 23790 Bridgeport S8 10/16/23-11/14/23 27118 Vista Delgado Dr B 4/16/24-5/14/24 79.30 72.69 72.69 5,337.91 26024 Kavenagh Ln 4/12/24-5/12/24 3,357.42 2,452.97 23503 Valencia Blvd N68 4/15/24-5/13/24 2,050.82 24526 Sagecrest Cir LAR 4/11/24-5/9/24 3,411.05 2,459.79 26629 Bouquet Canyon Rd 4/18/24-5/16/24 821.87 22555 Brightwood PI 4/18/24-5/16/24 131.66 Firebrand 4/15/24-5/13/24 1,623.95 821.68 28424 Tamarack Ln 4/17/24-5/15/24 4,659.42 26975 Westridge Pkwy 4/15/24-5/13/24 3,442.39 3,477.99 8 So. California Edison Co.

05-14-2024 18988 Thirkettle Corporation 05-22-2024 59394 Pacific Hydrotech Corporation 9 Thirkettle Corporation 10 Pacific Hydrotech Corporation 28139 Blacksmith Dr 4/17/24-5/15/24 23850 Bridgeport S7 4/17/24-5/15/24 25001 Decoro Pmp 4/17/24-5/15/24

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4 59394 Pacific Hydrotech Corporation 9 Thirkettle Corporation 10 Pacific Hydrotech Corporation 28139 Blacksmith Dr 4/17/24-5/15/24 23850 Bridgeport S7 4/17/24-5/15/24 25001 Decoro Pmp 4/17/24-5/15/24 Base Station Sunset/Stagecrest 3/4 IN I-PEARL METER (1000) Parts/Supplies ESFP Washwater Return and Sludge Collection Project, Progress Payment through 3/20/24 303.31 175,268.71 170,287.65 16.41 133.65 136.72 176,744.21 12,073.20 162,892.20 170,287.65 Total Total-All Disbursements Issued During May 2024 Largest Ten Vendor Payments as Compared to Total 3,474,253.73 7,695,967.86 45% 10 70 Director Stipends 71 [This page intentionally left blank.] 14 72 DIRECTORS STIPENDS PAID IN JUNE 2024 For the Month of May 2024 Director Kathye Armitage Director Beth Braunstein Date 05/01/24 Meeting ACWA City & County Planning Nexus Subcommittee Meeting Amount $255.00 05/13/24 Special Board Meeting $255.00 Date 05/07/24 05/08/24 Meeting Amount ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 05/16/24 Public Outreach and Legislation Committee Meeting $255.00 05/09/24 ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 05/20/24 Finance and Administration Committee Meeting $255.00 05/13/24 Special Board Meeting $255.00 05/21/24 Regular Board Meeting 05/28/24 One-on-One Meeting with General Manager $255.00 $0.00 05/16/24 Public Outreach and Legislation Committee Meeting $255.00 05/21/24 Regular Board Meeting $255.00 05/29/24 Executive Committee Meeting of the Special Districts Association of North LA County $255.00 05/23/24 05/29/24 One-on-One Meeting with General Manager $255.00 Executive Committee Meeting of the Special Districts Association of North LA County $255.00 Stipend Total Total Paid Days Total Meetings $1,530.00 6 7 Stipend Total $2,040.00 Total Paid Days 8 Total Meetings 8

Committee Meeting of the Special Districts Association of North LA County $255.00 Stipend Total Total Paid Days Total Meetings $1,530.00 6 7 Stipend Total $2,040.00 Total Paid Days 8 Total Meetings 8 Director Ed Colley Director William Cooper Date 05/20/24 Meeting Amount Date Meeting Amount 05/21/24 Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Regular Board Meeting $255.00 05/02/24 Engineering and Operations Committee Meeting $255.00 $255.00 05/06/24 ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 05/07/24 ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 05/08/24 ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 05/09/24 ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 05/13/24 Special Board Meeting $255.00 05/15/24 Rescheduled Water Resources and Watershed Committee Meeting $255.00 05/16/24 SCVEDC Public Officials Night $255.00 05/20/24 Agenda Planning Meeting $255.00 05/21/24 Regular Board Meeting $255.00 Stipend Total Total Paid Days Total Meetings $510.00 2 2 Stipend Total $2,550.00 Total Paid Days 10 Total Meetings 10 Director Maria Gutzeit Director Dirk Marks Date Meeting Amount 05/13/24 Special Board Meeting $255.00 05/16/24 Public Outreach and Legislation Committee Meeting $255.00 05/20/24 Agenda Planning Meeting $255.00 Date 05/06/24 05/07/24 05/08/24 Meeting Amount ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 ACWA 2024 Spring Conference ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 $255.00 05/20/24 Finance and Administration Committee Meeting 05/21/24 Regular Board Meeting $0.00 $255.00 05/09/24 ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 05/13/24 Special Board Meeting $255.00 05/15/24 Rescheduled Water Resources and Watershed Committee Meeting $255.00 05/16/24 SCVEDC Elected Officials Night $255.00 05/21/24 Regular Board Meeting $255.00 Stipend Total Total Paid Days Total Meetings $1,020.00 Stipend Total $2,040.00 4 Total Paid Days 8 5

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ting $255.00 05/16/24 SCVEDC Elected Officials Night $255.00 05/21/24 Regular Board Meeting $255.00 Stipend Total Total Paid Days Total Meetings $1,020.00 Stipend Total $2,040.00 4 Total Paid Days 8 5 Total Meetings 8 73 Director Gary Martin Director Piotr Orzechowski Date Meeting Amount Date Meeting Amount 05/02/24 Engineering and Operations Committee Meeting $255.00 05/02/24 Engineering and Operations Committee Meeting $255.00 05/05/24 ACWA 2024 ACWA/JPIA Conference $255.00 05/13/24 Special Board Meeting $255.00 05/06/24 ACWA 2024 ACWA/JPIA Conference 05/07/24 ACWA 2024 ACWA/JPIA Conference $255.00 $255.00 05/15/24 Rescheduled Water Resources and Watershed Committee Meeting $255.00 05/20/24 Agenda Planning Meeting $255.00 05/08/24 ACWA 2024 ACWA/JPIA Conference $255.00 05/21/24 Regular Board Meeting $255.00 05/09/24 ACWA 2024 ACWA/JPIA Conference $255.00 05/10/24 DCA Board of Directors Briefing Meeting $255.00 05/13/24 Special Board Meeting $255.00 05/15/24 Rescheduled Water Resources and Watershed Committee Meeting $255.00 05/16/24 DCA Board of Directors Meeting $255.00 05/20/24 Agenda Planning Meeting $0.00 05/21/24 Regular Board Meeting $0.00 Stipend Total $2,550.00 Stipend Total $1,275.00 Total Paid Days 10 Total Paid Days Total Meetings 12 Total Meetings 5 5 Director Ken Petersen Date Meeting Amount 05/02/24 Engineering and Operations Committee Meeting $255.00 05/07/24 ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 05/08/24 ACWA 2024 Spring Conference $255.00 05/20/24 Finance and Administration Committee Meeting $255.00 05/21/24 Regular Board Meeting $255.00 Stipend Total $1,275.00 Total Paid Days 5 Total Meetings 5 74 TOTAL PAID DAYS TOTAL MEETINGS TOTAL STIPENDS 58 62 $14,790.00 Director Reimbursements 15 75 [This page intentionally left blank.] 76

5.00 Stipend Total $1,275.00 Total Paid Days 5 Total Meetings 5 74 TOTAL PAID DAYS TOTAL MEETINGS TOTAL STIPENDS 58 62 $14,790.00 Director Reimbursements 15 75 [This page intentionally left blank.] 76 CA Govt. Code Section 53065.5 List of Reimbursement for "Individual Charges" = $100 or more Annual Disclosure for Fiscal Year 23/24 AP Transactions Updated as of: 5/31/2024 DIRECTORS P- Card (VISA) Transactions Updated as of: 5/31/24 *May PCard transactions affect June cash.

Recipient of Date Reimbursement Reason for Reimbursement Amount 05/01/24 Armitage, Kathye P-CARD (VISA) - 2024 Economic Outlook Forecast - Registration 125.00 05/01/24 Braunstein, Beth 05/01/24 Cooper, William P-CARD (VISA) - ACWA Spring Conference & Expo 2024 - Registration P-CARD (VISA) - 2024 Economic Outlook Forecast - Registration 840.00 125.00 05/01/24 Cooper, William 05/09/24 Cooper, William 05/09/24 05/01/24 Cooper, William Gutzeit, Maria P-CARD (VISA) - Legislative Meetings Washington DC 6/10/24-6/13/24 - Travel Expense (Airfare) ACWA 2024 Spring Conference Sacramento, CA 5/6/24-5/9/24 - Travel Expense (Mileage) ACWA 2024 Spring Conference Sacramento, CA 5/6/24-5/9/24 - Expense (Lodging, Meals) P-CARD (VISA) - SCV Chamber of Commerce - Registration 1,186.19 471.68 1,122.98 150.00 05/01/24 Gutzeit, Maria 05/01/24 Marks, Dirk 05/01/24 Marks, Dirk P-CARD (VISA) - 2024 Economic Outlook Forecast - Registration P-CARD (VISA) - ACWA Spring Conference & Expo 2024 - Registration P-CARD (VISA) - 2024 Economic Outlook Forecast - Registration 125.00 840.00 125.00 05/01/24 Marks, Dirk P-CARD (VISA) -32nd Annual Water Symposium - Registration 310.00 05/01/24 Marks, Dirk 05/01/24 Marks, Dirk P-CARD (VISA) - ACWA Conference Sacramento, CA 5/09/24 - Travel Expense (Airfare)

Marks, Dirk P-CARD (VISA) -32nd Annual Water Symposium - Registration 310.00 05/01/24 Marks, Dirk 05/01/24 Marks, Dirk P-CARD (VISA) - ACWA Conference Sacramento, CA 5/09/24 - Travel Expense (Airfare) 32nd Annual Water Symposium Ventura, CA 4/18/24 Travel Expense (Mileage) 448.97 60.30 05/31/24 Marks, Dirk 05/01/24 Martin, Gary 05/01/24 Martin, Gary 05/01/24 Martin, Gary 05/01/24 05/01/24 05/01/24 05/01/24 05/01/24 Martin, Gary Martin, Gary Martin, Gary Martin, Gary P-CARD (VISA) -Urban Water Institute 2024 Annual Conference - Registration P-CARD (VISA) - 2024 Economic Outlook Forecast - Registration P-CARD (VISA) -DCA Board Meeting 3/8/24 - Travel Expense (Airfare) P-CARD (VISA) -DCA Board Meeting 2/15/24 - Travel Expense (Airfare) P-CARD (VISA) -DCA Board Meeting 3/08/24 - Travel Expense (Airfare) P-CARD (VISA) -DCA Board Meeting & Finance Committee Meeting 4/18/24 - Travel Expense (Airfare) P-CARD (VISA) -DCA Board Meeting & Finance Committee Meeting 5/16/24 - Travel Expense (Airfare) P-CARD (VISA) -DCA Board Meeting 6/20/24 - Travel Expense (Airfare) 595.00 125.00 587.95 409.95 587.95 389.96 523.96 355.97 Martin, Gary P-CARD (VISA) -ACWA Conference Sacramento, CA 5/09/24 - Travel Expense (Airfare) 555.96 05/16/24 Martin, Gary ACWA JPIA & Spring Conference Sacramento, CA 5/5/24-5/9/24 - Travel Expense (Parking, Mileage, Ground Transportation- Uber) 158.69 05/16/24 Martin, Gary ACWA JPIA & Spring Conference Sacramento, CA 5/5/24-5/9/24 -Expense (Lodging, Meals) 1,103.46 05/16/24 Martin, Gary 05/16/24 Martin, Gary DCDA Board Meeting 5/16/24 Travel Expense (Parking, Ground Transportation-Uber, Mileage) DCDA Board Meeting 5/16/24 Expense (Meals) 119.79 27.77 05/31/24 Martin, Gary 05/01/24 Orzechowski, Piotr

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Gary DCDA Board Meeting 5/16/24 Travel Expense (Parking, Ground Transportation-Uber, Mileage) DCDA Board Meeting 5/16/24 Expense (Meals) 119.79 27.77 05/31/24 Martin, Gary 05/01/24 Orzechowski, Piotr P-CARD (VISA) -Urban Water Institute 2024 Annual Conference - Registration P-CARD (VISA) - SCV Chamber of Commerce - Registration 595.00 150.00 77 12,216.53 [This page intentionally left blank.] 78 SCV WATER BOARD MEMORANDUM DATE: TO: July 5, 2024 Board of Directors FROM: Courtney Mael, P.E.

см Chief Engineer SUBJECT ITEM NO.

6.6 SUMMARY Approve Adopting a Resolution to Adopt the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH #2024030718) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Authorization of a Purchase Order for Final Design Services for Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant Sewer Line Project Santa Clarita Water Agency (Agency) proposes to replace the sewer line for the Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (RVWTP). The existing 8-inch sewer line follows a steep slope downhill to a connection with the City of Santa Clarita's (City) Central Park. A close-circuit television (CCTV) video inspection of the existing sewer line revealed pipeline issues including deposits, encrustation, root intrusion, and infiltration indicating that the original sewer line needs to be replaced. The planning services for the new pipeline have been completed and the next step is to perform the final design. Staff recommends that the Engineering and Operations Committee recommend approval of adopting the attached resolution to adopt the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Report Program and approval of a purchase order for final design services for Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant Sewer Line Project (Project).

DISCUSSION

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egative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Report Program and approval of a purchase order for final design services for Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant Sewer Line Project (Project).

DISCUSSION The CCTV video inspection discovered the existing 8-inch sewer line is in poor condition. In addition, the Agency's Operations and Maintenance staffs replaced a section of pipe last winter because the existing pipe was leaking. Kennedy Jenks Consultants, Inc. performed a preliminary study and there were multiple new alignments that were evaluated. The new pipe alignment will follow an existing partially paved access road. The alignment was selected based on the accessibility. In addition to the installation of a new sewer line, the existing access road will be repaired.

A Request for Proposal (RFP) was issued for planning services and Kennedy Jenks Consultants, Inc. was selected. Kennedy Jenks Consultants, Inc. work on planning services were satisfactory, and staff recommends Kennedy Jenks Consultants, Inc. be retained for the final design services for the Project.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) CONSIDERATIONS The Agency is the lead agency for purposes of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as it pertains to the Project. With the assistance of Rincon Consultants, Inc., an Initial Study/ 79 10 Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) (State Clearinghouse No. 2024030718) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) were prepared for the Project in accordance with the requirements of and the State CEQA Guidelines.

The IS/MND was prepared to identify potentially significant impacts on the environment which would result from the Project and concluded that these impacts can be avoided or reduced to a

A Guidelines.

The IS/MND was prepared to identify potentially significant impacts on the environment which would result from the Project and concluded that these impacts can be avoided or reduced to a level of insignificance with adoption and implementation of certain mitigation measures. In particular, environmental factors that require mitigation measures to reduce impacts to less than significant include biological resources, cultural resources, geology and soils, tribal cultural resources, and mandatory findings of significance. These mitigation measures have been outlined in the MMRP.

CEQA PUBLIC REVIEW PROCESS On March 20, 2024, the Agency circulated a Notice of Intent (NOI) to all responsible and reviewing agencies, the Office of Planning and Research, members of the public that have requested notice, published the NOI in The Signal, and posted the NOI with the County Clerk of Los Angeles County, and released the Draft IS/MND in compliance with CEQA requirements for a 30-day review and comment period by the public and reviewing agencies. The review period ended on April 19, 2024.

No comment letters were received during the 30-day public review period, which is summarized in a brief "Responses to Public Comments" section in the Final IS/MND. Minor revisions to the Draft MND are shown in underline/strikeout formatting of the Final MND and are limited to minor typographical errors and updating the Agency's point-of-contact.

FINAL CEQA DOCUMENTS FOR BOARD APPROVAL The State CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations ("CCR"), title 14, §15000 et seq.)

Section 15074, requires public agencies to review and consider an IS/MND and comments received during the public review period prior to the adoption of the MND. Adoption of the Final

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, §15000 et seq.)

Section 15074, requires public agencies to review and consider an IS/MND and comments received during the public review period prior to the adoption of the MND. Adoption of the Final MND is dependent on the finding by the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Board of Directors that, based on the whole record before it, there is no substantial evidence, with the mitigation measures required by the MND, that the proposed project will have a significant impact on the environment, and that the MND reflects the Lead Agency's independent judgement and analysis.

The Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant Sewer Line Project Final MND and MMRP can be found at https://yourscvwater.com/departments/engineering/environmental-review under the section titled "SCV Water CEQA".

Additionally, State CEQA Guidelines Section 15097 require public agencies adopting an IS/MND to adopt a program for monitoring or reporting to ensure that mitigation measures in the IS/MND are implemented to mitigate or avoid potentially significant environmental impacts. The Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program can be found at https://yourscvwater.com/sites/default/files/SCVWA/engineering/environmental-review/RioVista-Water-Treatment-Plant-Sewer-Line-Project-Mitigation-Monitoring-and-Reporting-ProgramMay-2024.pdf 80 60 All the above documentation, including other materials that constitute the record of proceedings upon which the Lead Agency decision is based, can be requested from the Custodian of Record located at Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. The Custodian of Record is the Board Secretary April Jacobs.

On July 3, 2024, the Engineering and Operations Committee considered staff's

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er Agency, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. The Custodian of Record is the Board Secretary April Jacobs.

On July 3, 2024, the Engineering and Operations Committee considered staff's recommendation to approve adopting a resolution to adopt the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH #2024030718) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and authorization of a purchase order for final design services for Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant Sewer Line Project.

STRATEGIC PLAN NEXUS The Project will help meet the Agency Objective and Strategic Plan B.3.1 "Maintain all facilities and appurtenances in a consistent fashion to achieve operational efficiency and functionality."

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS Funding for the Project is included in the Agency's FY 2024/25 Capital Improvement Program Budget. The final design services will be performed on a time and materials basis with a not-toexceed amount of $350,000.

RECOMMENDATION The Engineering and Operations Committee recommends that the Board of Directors approve adopting the attached resolution to adopt the Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program under the California Environmental Quality Act and authorize a purchase order to Kenned Jenks Consultants, Inc. for final engineering services for an amount not to exceed of $350,000 for the Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant Sewer Line Project.

Attachment 765 81 82 88 [This page intentionally left blank.] RESOLUTION NO. SCV-XXX RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE SANTA CLARITA VALLEY WATER AGENCY ADOPTING THE FINAL MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (SCH # 2024030718) AND MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING A PURCHASE ORDER FOR FINAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR RIO VISTA

TER AGENCY ADOPTING THE FINAL MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (SCH # 2024030718) AND MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING A PURCHASE ORDER FOR FINAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR RIO VISTA WATER TREATMENT PLANT SEWER LINE PROJECT WHEREAS, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency (Agency) proposes to replace the existing sewer line for Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (Project); and WHEREAS, a closed-circuit television (CCTV) video inspection of the sewer line revealed pipeline issues including deposits, encrustation, root intrusion, and infiltration indicating that the original sewer line needs to be replaced; and WHEREAS, it is in the Agency's best interest that the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Board of Directors, on behalf of the Agency, authorize its General Manager to execute a purchase order in the amount not to exceed $350,000 to Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc. for final design services; and WHEREAS, the Agency, as lead agency under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), prepared an Initial Study for the Project to identify potentially significant effects on the environment which would result from the Project, and the Initial Study concluded that these impacts can be avoided or reduced to a level of insignificance with the adoption and implementation of certain mitigation measures therein identified and listed; and WHEREAS, based on the Initial Study, a Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) (State Clearinghouse No. 2024030718) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (MMRP) was prepared in accordance with CEQA, which finds that any potentially significant environmental effects of the proposed project would be less than significant with implementation of mitigation

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(MMRP) was prepared in accordance with CEQA, which finds that any potentially significant environmental effects of the proposed project would be less than significant with implementation of mitigation measures for biological resources, cultural resources, geology and soils, and tribal cultural resources; and WHEREAS, in accordance with State CEQA Guidelines Section 15072(b), on March 20, 2024, the Agency mailed a Notice of Intent (NOI) to Adopt the Draft MND to all responsible and reviewing agencies, the Office of Planning and Research, and those members of the public who requested notice. The Agency also published the NOI in The Signal, a newspaper of general circulation; and WHEREAS, as required by State CEQA Guidelines section 15072(d), the NOI was concurrently posted by the County Clerk of County of Los Angeles; and WHEREAS, in accordance with State CEQA Guidelines section 15073, the Draft MND was circulated for at least 30 days, from March 20, 2024, to April 19, 2024; and WHEREAS, the Agency received no written comments during the comment review period; and WHEREAS, all the requirements of CEQA and the State CEQA Guidelines have been satisfied in connection with the preparation of the Final MND, which is sufficiently detailed so that all of the potentially significant environmental effects of the Project, as well as feasible mitigation measures, have been adequately evaluated; and 83 WHEREAS, on July 16, 2024, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the Project, the Final MND, MMRP, and all other relevant information contained in the administrative record regarding the Project, at which time all interested persons were given an opportunity to be heard, and the Santa Clarita Valley Water

other relevant information contained in the administrative record regarding the Project, at which time all interested persons were given an opportunity to be heard, and the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors considered all of the information presented to it as set forth above and this resolution, and action taken hereby, is a result of the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Director's independent judgment and analysis.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Board of Directors does hereby find and determine as follows: SECTION 1. RECITALS. The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors finds that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein as substantive findings of this resolution.

SECTION 2. COMPLIANCE WITH THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT. As a decision-making body for the Project, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors has reviewed and considered the information contained in the Final MND and other documents contained in the administrative record for the Project. Based on the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors' independent review and analysis, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors finds that the MND and administrative record contain a complete and accurate reporting of the environmental impacts associated with the Project, and that the MND has been completed in compliance with CEQA and the State CEQA Guidelines, including State CEQA Guidelines sections 15070, 15071, and 15073.

SECTION 3. FINDINGS ON ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS. Based on the whole record before it, including the Final MND, the administrative record, and all other written and oral

sections 15070, 15071, and 15073.

SECTION 3. FINDINGS ON ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS. Based on the whole record before it, including the Final MND, the administrative record, and all other written and oral evidence presented to the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors finds that all environmental impacts of the Project are either less than significant or can be mitigated to a level of less than significant under the mitigation measures outlined in the Final MND and the MMRP. The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors finds that, based on the imposition of mitigation measures, there is no substantial evidence in the administrative record supporting a fair argument that the Project may have a significant effect on the environment. The Board of Directors finds that no new significant environmental impacts have been identified in the Final MND and any changes to the Final MND in response to comments or otherwise do not constitute substantial revisions requiring recirculation under State CEQA Guidelines section 15073.5.

SECTION 4. ADOPTION OF THE FINAL MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION. The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors hereby approves and adopts the Final MND as the Lead Agency.

SECTION 5. ADOPTION OF THE MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM. In accordance with Public Resources Code section 21081.6, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors hereby adopts the MMRP. In the event of any inconsistencies between the Mitigation Measures as set forth in the Final MND and the MMRP, the MMRP shall control.

SECTION 6. APPROVAL OF FINAL DESIGN SERVICES. Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency

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any inconsistencies between the Mitigation Measures as set forth in the Final MND and the MMRP, the MMRP shall control.

SECTION 6. APPROVAL OF FINAL DESIGN SERVICES. Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Board of Directors does authorize its General Manager to accept said proposal and does 84 85 55 therefore authorize the Agency's General Manager to issue a purchase order to Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc. for the Final Design of Rio Vista Water Treatment Plan Sewer Line Project (Project), for an amount not to exceed $350,000.

SECTION 7. LOCATION AND CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS. The documents and materials associated with the Project and the Final MND that constitute the record of proceedings on which these findings are based are located at Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. The Custodian of Record is the Board Secretary April Jacobs.

SECTION 8. NOTICE OF DETERMINATION. The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency's Board of Directors hereby directs staff to prepare, execute, and file a Notice of Determination with the Los Angeles County Clerk's office and the Office of Planning and Research within five (5) working days of adoption of this resolution.

86 98 [This page intentionally left blank.] RIO VISTA WATER TREATMENT PLANT SEWER LINE PROJECT Board Meeting August 6, 2024 *Wai Lan Lee Engineer SCV WATER RIO VISTA WATER TREATMENT PLANT (RVWTP) SEWER LINE PROJECT PROJECT LOCATION MAP 88 BAKERSFIELD 2 VENTURA CASTAIC LAKE EARL SCHMIDT FILTRATION PLANT SCV WATER SERVICE AREA BRIDGEPORT PARK SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPE DEMONSTRATION GARDEN SCV WATER RIO VISTA WATER TREATMENT PLANT CANYON COUNTRY VAZQUEZ ROCKS 14 CASTAIC SCV WATER CUSTOMER CARE 24631 AVE ROCKEFELLER SAUGUS 126 SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN STEVENSON RANCH 5 LOS ANGELES NEWHALL

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CV WATER RIO VISTA WATER TREATMENT PLANT CANYON COUNTRY VAZQUEZ ROCKS 14 CASTAIC SCV WATER CUSTOMER CARE 24631 AVE ROCKEFELLER SAUGUS 126 SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN STEVENSON RANCH 5 LOS ANGELES NEWHALL PALMDALE M Project Boundary 0 125 Study Area (100-foot Buffer) 250 N Feet Imagery provided by Microsoft Bing and its licensors 2023.

23-14057 Figures SCV WATER RVWTP SEWER LINE PROJECT • Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration advertised and circulated for public review from March 20, 2024 to April 19, 2024.

No comment letters were received from agencies, organizations, or individuals.

89 3 SCV WATER RVWTP SEWER LINE PROJECT CEQA Environmental impacts due to project would be reduced to less than significant with implementation of the Mitigation Measures noted below: Potential Environmental Concern Biological Resources Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (RVWTP) Sewer Line Project Cultural Resources Geology and Soils Tribal Cultural Resources 90 4 Mandatory Findings of Significance Proposed Mitigation Measures BIO-1, BIO-2, BIO-3, BIO-4, BIO-5, BIO-6, BIO7, BIO-8, BIO-9 Conclusion Impact reduced to less than significant CUL-1 GEO-1 CUL-1, TCR-1, TCR-2, TCR-3 Impact reduced to less than significant Impact reduced to less than significant Impact reduced to less than significant BIO-1 through BIO-9, CUL-1, GEO-1, TCR-1, TCR-2, TCR-3 Impact reduced to less than significant SCV WATER RVWTP SEWER LINE PROJECT FINAL DESIGN Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc. was selected for final design services.

Scope of Work Site visits and existing data review Surveying and utility locating Geotechnical investigation Preparing construction drawings Preparing technical specifications Preparing construction cost estimate Attend meetings 91 5 SCV WATER RVWTP SEWER LINE PROJECT SCHEDULE

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ting Geotechnical investigation Preparing construction drawings Preparing technical specifications Preparing construction cost estimate Attend meetings 91 5 SCV WATER RVWTP SEWER LINE PROJECT SCHEDULE Purchase Order Award Phase: July 3, 2024: Engineering and Operations Committee August 6, 2024: Board Meeting Final Design Phase: August 2024: Notice to Proceed March 2025: Final Design Services completion *SCV Water's Objective and Strategic Plan Objective: B.3.1 "Maintain all facilities and appurtenances in a consistent fashion to achieve operational efficiency and functionality."

SCV WATER 92 6 RVWTP SEWER LINE PROJECT RECOMMENDATION The Engineering and Operations Committee recommends that the Board of Directors: • Adopt a resolution approving the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration, Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan and Authorize a purchase order to Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $300,000 for final design services for the Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant Sewer Line Project.

93 7 SCV WATER [This page intentionally left blank.] = 94 SCV WATER BOARD MEMORANDUM DATE: July 23, 2024 TO: Board of Directors FROM: ITEM NO.

7.1 SUBJECT: Matthew S. Dickens, MPA MAD Sustainability Manager Authorize the General Manager to Amend the Existing Energy Services Agreement with Pacifico Power, LLC and Services Order for Battery Construction and Operations and Maintenance Support at the Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (E. G. "Jerry" Gladbach Water Treatment Plant) SUMMARY In 2023, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency (SCV Water) Board of Directors approved Self Generation Incentive Project (SGIP) battery deployment at its Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (E.G. "Jerry" Gladbach Water Treatment Plant). Utilizing provisions outlined in California

s approved Self Generation Incentive Project (SGIP) battery deployment at its Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (E.G. "Jerry" Gladbach Water Treatment Plant). Utilizing provisions outlined in California Government Code 4217, further described in the Discussion section below, SCV Water procured a contractual agreement with Pacifico Power & STEM to construct a 500-kW battery at RVTWP, including resiliency options, and operational support over the 15-year useful life of the asset. During the design phase, the design team identified critical modifications to the original scope of work outlined in the contract. Changes in the battery service market coupled with appurtenance configuration needs at the treatment plant required additional analysis including financial proforma for the battery's use life. Based on the analysis, further outlined in the Discussion, SCV Water staff recommends pursuing Option A and that the SCV Water Board of Directors authorize the General Manager to amend the existing energy services agreement with Pacifico Power, LLC and the services order for battery construction and maintenance support at the E.G. "Jerry" Gladbach Water Treatment Plant (GWTP).

DISCUSSION In October 2023, SCV Water executed a contract with Pacifico Power to design and deliver a 571.2 kW, 2284.8 kWh Tesla battery system with equipment sourced from STEM. Also, STEM would provide long-term operations and maintenance support including batter performance and financial guarantees.

From January through March 2024, Southern California Edison (SCE) disputed the Agency's interconnection application. The dispute was based on the unique nature of a battery system being constructed at a site that generated bill credits under the Renewable Self Generation Bill

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he Agency's interconnection application. The dispute was based on the unique nature of a battery system being constructed at a site that generated bill credits under the Renewable Self Generation Bill Credit Transfer (RESBCT) tariff. SCV Water challenged SCE's interpretation and SCE would later acquiesce and allow for the battery construction. However, during the dispute-related delays, the project's software provider, STEM, notified the design team of its intention to decline support software systems that could act with the original microgrid scope as engineered, supply the battery, nor offer long-term O&M support. In response, the design team investigated alternatives including battery, battery equipment, microgrid controls, and site electrical infrastructure to keep the project designated as a “microgrid” and to be eligible for SGIP resiliency.

95 50 One initial goal of the battery system was to provide a microgrid. Given this goal, an assessment of the site's peak current and reactive power was necessary to confirm the power requirements needed from a battery storage. Since there were no technically feasible options to have the battery act in a supporting role to the generator the following needed to be determined: A. The peak inductive loads and peak amperage during the startup phase to determine the necessary battery power rating.

B. The possibility of retrofitting the generator control on the existing diesel generator.

C. Compatibility of existing switchgear and auto transfer equipment with a microgrid.

D. Cost to install new switchgear and feasibility.

The design team commissioned a study to measure instantaneous site load data at the treatment plant. The generator vendor and controls vendors were consulted to develop

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new switchgear and feasibility.

The design team commissioned a study to measure instantaneous site load data at the treatment plant. The generator vendor and controls vendors were consulted to develop conclusive answers on capability and cost of retrofitting controls. Table 1 provides an overview of the existing key battery project design elements and those assessed by the design team as viable options.

Table 1. SCV Water: Key Elements - Existing System and Options Component Estimated Project Cost (Excluding Utility Upgrades & Consultant Fees) Battery Size (kW/kWh) Battery Source New Switchgear Warranty O&M Performance Guarantee Financial Guarantee Existing Contract $2,557,968.00 571.2/2284.8 STEM (Tesla) No 15 Year STEM Yes Option A Option B $2,680,000.00 1124/2248 Tesla Yes 15 Year Tesla Yes $2,990,000.00 1124/2248 STEM (Tesla) Yes 15 Year STEM Yes (50% of Expected Yes No Yes Savings) Blackout Operations Manual Automatic Resiliency Yes Yes Automatic Yes (Diesel Genset) Diesel Genset Existing New New Controls One additional item to consider pertains to the SGIP incentive and the timing needed to procure the battery equipment and components for the switchgear. Current SGIP extensions provided coverage through June 2025, and the design team has confirmed an order schedule of 52 weeks for the critical switchgear components. However, in light of the new information and timeline, staff was able to secure an extension from the SGIP program administrator until June, 2, 2026, which should be sufficient to complete the project and receive the incentive funding.

96 96 As mentioned in the summary, SCV Water utilized Government Code (GC) 4217 to approve the battery project. GC 4217 was developed to help implement the policy set forth in Section 25008

e funding.

96 96 As mentioned in the summary, SCV Water utilized Government Code (GC) 4217 to approve the battery project. GC 4217 was developed to help implement the policy set forth in Section 25008 of the Public Resources Code, and to extend that policy to facilities of local governments, public agencies may develop energy conservation, cogeneration, and alternate energy supply sources at the facilities of public agencies in accordance with this chapter. Further, GC 4217 utilization for the battery project required Board adoption via a public hearing, which was conducted and approved at its regularly scheduled August 15, 2023, meeting. With that, any changes to the contract or change order requests also requires board approval of which staff is requesting.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) CONSIDERATIONS Based on the scope of the work, the Project, aka the whole of the action, is found to be exempt under the provisions of CEQA and the State CEQA Guidelines Categorical Exemption Sections 15303 New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures and 15311 - Accessory Structures.

Staff has prepared the Notice of Exemption and will process the document once the Project is approved.

STRATEGIC PLAN NEXUS Strategy G3. Advance Agency Sustainability Profile G.3.3 Optimize facility operations to minimize power supplies, chemicals and labor consumption.

G.3.8 Develop/implement appropriate emissions reductions.

G.3.9 Implement a Battery Storage Project at the Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (E. G.

"Jerry" Gladbach Water Treatment Plant) FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS In its biennial budget, SCV Water planned and prepared for construction and operational costs of the SGIP battery project. Table 2 notes the Estimated Project Cost, TerraVerde fees,

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IAL CONSIDERATIONS In its biennial budget, SCV Water planned and prepared for construction and operational costs of the SGIP battery project. Table 2 notes the Estimated Project Cost, TerraVerde fees, estimated SGIP incentives and IRA ITC benefits. The estimates in the table below were updated since the staff report given to the Board at its August 2023 meeting. Additionally, it should be noted that the Agency's current capital budget projections include ~$400,000 for replacement of the existing switchgear at the GWTP. Options A and B, with and without SGIP, include a new switchgear and therefore, the project provides additional financial benefit to the Agency by removing that upgrade from planned activities.

40 97 Table 2. SCV Water: Battery Project Estimated Costs & Non-Recurring Benefits Estimated Costs and Non-Recurring Benefits Component Current Contact & Battery Configuration Estimated Project Cost Utility Upgrades Agency Review Consultant Fees ssses $ 2,557,968.00 $ $ 100,000.00 $ Option A 2,680,000.00 100,000.00 $ 100,000.00 Option B $2,990,000.00 $ $ 75,000.00 $ 220,255.00 $ 75,000.00 $ 75,000.00 220,255.00 $ 220,255.00 Total Project Cost $2,953,223.00 $ 3,075,255.00 $ 3,385,255.00 SGIP Incentives $ 1,030,200.00 $ IRA ITC (40% EPC + Utility Upgrades) $ Sub-Total Non-Recurring Benefits $ 1,030,200.00 $1,030,200.00 669,800.00 $ 1,112,000.00 $1,236,000.00 1,700,000.00 $ 2,142,200.00 $2,266,200.00 Total Project Cost - Non-Recurring Benefits $ 1,253,223.00 $ 933,055.00 $1,119,055.00 Notes: 1.

The SGIP Incentives are distributed over the first 5 years following commissioning of the project.

For the IRA ITC, new estimates have increased from 30% to 40% of EPC and Utility Upgrades. Actual incentive total is subject to final costs.

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he first 5 years following commissioning of the project.

For the IRA ITC, new estimates have increased from 30% to 40% of EPC and Utility Upgrades. Actual incentive total is subject to final costs.

Terra Verde Energy staff continue to review and finalize the life cycle proforma. The findings from that analysis will be provided and reviewed in the staff's presentation to the SCV Water Board of Directors at its regularly scheduled meeting on August 6, 2024 RECOMMENDATION That the Board of Directors authorize the General Manager to Amend the Existing Energy Services Agreement with Pacifico Power, LLC and Services Order for Battery Construction and Operations and Maintenance Support at the Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (E. G. "Jerry" Gladbach Water Treatment Plant).

765 98 SCV WATER DATE: July 17, 2024 BOARD MEMORANDUM ITEM NO.

9.1 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: Board of Directors Steve Cole дж Assistant General Manager July 10, 2024 Water Resources and Watershed Committee Meeting Recap Report The Water Resources and Watershed Committee met at 5:30 PM on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at the Engineering Services Section (ESS) Boardroom located at 26521 Summit Circle, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. In attendance were Committee Chair Piotr Orzechowski, Directors Bill Cooper, and Gary Martin. Staff members present were Assistant General Manager Steve Cole, Director of Water Resources Ali Elhassan, Executive Assistant Eunie Kang, and Information Technology Technician | Oliver Molina. Attending virtually were Legal Counsel Tom Bunn, Sustainability Manager Matt Dickens, Water Resources Planner Rick Vasilopulos and additional staff. Members of the public were also present. A copy of the agenda is attached.

Item 2: Public Comment - There was no public comment.

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Dickens, Water Resources Planner Rick Vasilopulos and additional staff. Members of the public were also present. A copy of the agenda is attached.

Item 2: Public Comment - There was no public comment.

Item 3.1: Semi Annual Devil Den's Report - Rick Vasilopulos reported on various aspects of Devil Den's activities, including the semi-annual water levels, farming operational metrics, and solar generation Intersect Power option lease agreement.

There was a public comment on item 3.1.

Item 3.2: Water Resources Director's Staff Activities – Ali Elhassan shared with the Committee the staff's continuous professional development and training. His participation in the AWWA's 2024 Annual Conference and Expo. Additionally, Sarah Fleury's efforts and release of the 2023 SCV Annual Water Report.

There was a public comment on item 3.2.

Item 4.1: Sustainability Manager's Staff Activities – Matt Dickens highlighted a significant achievement of rebating the 1 millionth square foot of turf removal through the Lawn Replacement Program in the Santa Clarita Valley since the inception in 2018. He updated the Committee on the current engagement of the conservation long-term frameworks, the Water Efficiency Strategic Plan ongoing efforts and staff's active involvement in upcoming conferences.

Item 5: Committee Planning Calendar - Staff and the Committee reviewed the Planning Calendar.

There was a public comment on item 5.

99 The Committee went into Closed Session at 6:20 P.M. to discuss item 6.1.

Item 6: CLOSED SESSION 6.1 Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation (Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9) Name of Case: Cemex water rights application no. A029967 Chair Orzechowski reconvened the Open Session at 7:27 P.M.

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Counsel – Existing Litigation (Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9) Name of Case: Cemex water rights application no. A029967 Chair Orzechowski reconvened the Open Session at 7:27 P.M.

Item 7: CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS – Ali Elhassan reported that there were no actions taken in Closed Session that were reportable under the Ralph M. Brown Act.

Item 8: Adjournment – The meeting adjourned at 7:28 P.M.

The meeting recording is available on the SCV Water Agency website or by clicking the following link: Water Resources and Watershed Committee Meeting Recording.

Attachment 765 100 SCV WATER Date: July 2, 2024 To: From: Water Resources and Watershed Committee Piotr Orzechowski, Chair William Cooper Dirk Marks Gary Martin Steve Cole, Assistant General Manager дп The Water Resources and Watershed Committee meeting for Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 5:30 PM at 26521 Summit Circle, Santa Clarita, CA 91350 in the Engineering Services Section (ESS) Boardroom. Members of the public may attend in person or virtually. To attend this meeting virtually, please see below.

However, in the event there is a disruption of service which prevents the Agency from broadcasting the meeting to members of the public using either the call-in option or internet-

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Webinar link above.

Attendees should be aware that while the Agency is following all applicable requirements and guidelines regarding COVID-19, the Agency cannot ensure the health of anyone attending a Committee meeting. Attendees should therefore use their own judgment with respect to protecting themselves from exposure to COVID-19.

Members of the public unable to attend this meeting may submit comments either in writing to [email protected] or by mail to Eunie Kang, Executive Assistant, Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, 26501 Summit Circle, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. All written comments received before 4:00 PM on the day of the meeting will be distributed to the Committee members and posted on the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency website prior to the start of the meeting. Anything received after 4:00 PM on the day of the meeting will be made available at the meeting, if practicable will be posted on the SCV Water website the following day. All correspondence with comments, including letters or emails, will be posted in their entirety.

101 Jul 2, 2024 Page 2 of 3 ITEM 1.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MEETING AGENDA 2.

PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may comment as to items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Agency that are not on the Agenda at this time. Members of the public wishing to

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AGENDA 2.

PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may comment as to items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Agency that are not on the Agenda at this time. Members of the public wishing to comment on items covered in this Agenda may do so at the time each item is considered. Members of the public wishing to comment on item covered in Closed Session before they are considered by the Committee must request to make comment at the commencement of the meeting at 5:30 PM. (Comments may, at the discretion of the Committee Chair, be limited to three minutes for each speaker.) To participate in public comment from your computer, tablet, or smartphone, click the "raise hand" feature in Zoom. You will be notified when it is your turn to speak, please unmute when requested. To participate in public comment via phone, dial *9 to raise your hand. When it is your turn to speak, dial *6 to unmute.

Water Resources Director's Report: 3.

3.1 Devil's Den Semi Annual Report 3.2 Staff Activities 4.

* Sustainability Manager's Report: 4.1 Staff Activities 5. Committee Planning Calendar CLOSED SESSION 6.

6.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION (Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9) Name of Case: Cemex water rights application no. A029967 7.

CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS 8.

Adjournment * Indicates Attachment Indicates Handout PAGE 1 3 102 Jul 2, 2024 Page 3 of 3 NOTICES: Any person may make a request for a disability-related modification or accommodation needed for that person to be able to participate in the public meeting by telephoning Eunie Kang, Executive Assistant, at (661) 297-1600, or email to [email protected] or by writing to Eunie Kang, Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, 26501 Summit Circle, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.

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elephoning Eunie Kang, Executive Assistant, at (661) 297-1600, or email to [email protected] or by writing to Eunie Kang, Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, 26501 Summit Circle, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.

Requests must specify the nature of the disability and the type of accommodation requested.

A telephone number or other contact information should be included so that Agency staff may discuss appropriate arrangements. Persons requesting a disability-related accommodation should make the request with adequate time before the meeting for the Agency to provide the requested accommodation.

Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.5, non-exempt public records that relate to open session agenda items and are distributed to a majority of the Committee less than seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting will be available for public inspection at the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, located at 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, during regular business hours. When practical, these public records will also be made available on the Agency's Internet Website, accessible at yourSCVwater.com.

Posted on July 2, 2024 M65 765 103 [This page intentionally left blank.] 104 SCV WATER BOARD MEMORANDUM DATE: July 16, 2024 TO: Board of Directors пр ITEM NO.

9.2 FROM: SUBJECT: Rochelle Patterson Chief Financial and Administrative Officer July 15, 2024 Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Recap Report The Finance and Administration (F&A) Committee met at 5:30 PM on Monday, July 15, 2024, in the Engineering Services Section Boardroom at the Summit Circle location. In attendance were Chair Ken Petersen, and Directors Kathye Armitage and Maria Gutzeit. Staff members in attendance included: Administrative Services Manager Kim Grass, Administrative Technician

tion. In attendance were Chair Ken Petersen, and Directors Kathye Armitage and Maria Gutzeit. Staff members in attendance included: Administrative Services Manager Kim Grass, Administrative Technician Paul Hoover, Buyer Katie Fowler, Director of Technology Services Cris Perez, Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor Rebecca Lustig, Human Resources Manager Ari Mantis, Information Technology Technician II Jonathan Thomas, Inspector Supervisor Josh Gilliam, Senior Management Analyst Erika Dill, Senior Financial Analyst Darine Conner, and myself.

Additional SCV Water staff were present remotely. A copy of the Agenda is attached.

Item 1: Pledge of Allegiance Item 2: Public Comment – There was no public comment.

Item 3: Recommend Approval of a Resolution Authorizing FY 2024/25 Water Supply Contract Payments - Staff presented this annual item and the Committee unanimously agreed to place it on the Consent Calendar for the August 6, 2024 regular Board meeting.

Item 4: Recommend Approval of Various Employee Manual Policy Changes - Staff presented this item, and the Committee, after a brief discussion, unanimously agreed to place this item on the Consent Calendar for the August 6, 2024 regular Board meeting.

Item 5: Recommend Approval of a Revised Position Control - Staff introduced this item, answered a few questions, and the Committee agreed to place it on the Consent Calendar for the August 6, 2024 regular Board meeting.

Item 6: Discuss Cost of Service and Rate Design, Phase 1 of 7 - Staff briefly presented an overview of the progress of Phase 1 for the new Cost of Service and Rate Study and will bring this item back next month to the Committee for further discussion.

Item 7: Technology Update - Staff presented an update of happenings in the Technology Services Department

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d Rate Study and will bring this item back next month to the Committee for further discussion.

Item 7: Technology Update - Staff presented an update of happenings in the Technology Services Department Item 8: Fleet and Warehouse Update - Staff presented activities in the Fleet & Warehouse Department, showcasing new fleet gas cards, reviewing the Agency's surplus program and discussed the integration of bar-coding software which integrates with the Agency's financial system, Oracle.

105 Item 9: Recommend Receiving and Filing of May 2024 Monthly Financial Report - Staff presented this item and the Committee unanimously agreed to place it on the Consent Calendar for the August 6, 2024 Regular Board meeting.

Item 10: Committee Planning Calendar - Staff briefly discussed upcoming topics for the next few Committee meetings.

Item 11: Requests for Future Agenda Items No other requests at this time.

Item 12: General Report on Finance and Administration Activities - Staff updated the Committee with a few current events in the Finance and Administration Department, such that the Accounting team is preparing for its Fiscal Year 2023/24 audit, which will be presented in November 2024 to the Finance and Administration Committee. Also, the Ratepayer Assistance Program now has received 502 applications thus far for Fiscal Year 2024/25. Finally, the Human Resources Department is getting ready to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the next Agency Classification and Compensation study, which is conducted every 3-5 years. This survey ensures that the Agency's compensation falls within market value and aligns with other benchmark entities. The last one completed was 2020.

Item 13: Adjournment – The meeting was adjourned at 6:47 PM.

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ensures that the Agency's compensation falls within market value and aligns with other benchmark entities. The last one completed was 2020.

Item 13: Adjournment – The meeting was adjourned at 6:47 PM.

The meeting recording is available on the SCV Water Website or by clicking the following link: Meeting Recording.

RP Attachment 765 106 SCV WATER Date: July 8, 2024 To: From: Finance and Administration Committee Ken Petersen, Chair Kathye Armitage Ed Colley Maria Gutzeit Rochelle Patterson пр Chief Financial and Administrative Officer The Finance and Administration Committee is scheduled for Monday, July 15, 2024 at 5:30 PM at 26521 Summit Circle, Santa Clarita, CA 91350 in the Engineering Services Section Board Room and the teleconference site listed below. Members of the public may attend in person or virtually. To attend this meeting virtually, please see below.

IMPORTANT NOTICES This meeting will be conducted in person at the address listed above. As a convenience to the public, members of the public may also participate virtually by using the Agency's Call-In Number 1-(833)-568-8864, Webinar ID: 160 154 2491 or Zoom Webinar by clicking on the link https://scvwa.zoomgov.com/j/1601542491. Any member of the public may listen to the meeting or make comments to the Committee using the call-in number or Zoom Webinar link above. However, in the event there is a disruption of service which prevents the Agency from broadcasting the meeting to members of the public using either the call-in option or internetbased service, this meeting will not be postponed or rescheduled but will continue without remote participation. The remote participation option is being provided as a convenience to the

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or internetbased service, this meeting will not be postponed or rescheduled but will continue without remote participation. The remote participation option is being provided as a convenience to the public and is not required. Members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting in person.

Members of the public unable to attend this meeting may submit comments either in writing to [email protected] or by mail to Erika Dill, Sr. Management Analyst, SCV Water, 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. All written comments received before 3:00 PM the day of the meeting will be distributed to the Committee members and posted on the SCV Water website prior to the start of the meeting. Anything received after 3:00 PM the day of the meeting will be made available at the meeting, if practical, and will be posted on the SCV Water website the following day. All correspondence with comments, including letters or emails, will be posted in their entirety.

27234 BOUQUET CANYON ROAD SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA 91350-2173 661 297 1600 FAX 661 297.1611 website address: www.yourscvwater.com 3 107 July 8, 2024 Page 2 of 3 MEETING AGENDA 1.

ITEM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may comment as to items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Agency that are not on the Agenda at this time.

Members of the public wishing to comment on items covered in this Agenda may do so

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may comment as to items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Agency that are not on the Agenda at this time.

Members of the public wishing to comment on items covered in this Agenda may do so at the time each item is considered. (Comments may, at the discretion of the Committee Chair, be limited to three minutes for each speaker.) To participate in public comment from your computer, tablet, or smartphone, click the "raise hand” feature in Zoom. You will be notified when it is your turn to speak, please unmute when requested. To participate in public comment via phone, dial *9 to raise your hand.

When it is your turn to speak, dial *6 to unmute.

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* Recommend Approval of a Resolution Authorizing FY 2024/25 Water Supply Contract Payments 7 * 4.

Recommend Approval of Various Employee Manual Policy Changes 5.

* Recommend Approval of a Revised Position Control 22 13 29 6.

Discuss Cost of Service and Rate Design, Phase 1 of 7 7.

Technology Update 8.

* Fleet and Warehouse Update 35 9.

Recommend Receiving and Filing of May 2024 Financial Report 45 May 2024 Check Register Link: https://www.yourscvwater.com/sites/default/files/SCVWA/departments/finance /check-registers/Check-Register-May-2024.pdf * 10.

Committee Planning Calendar 11.

Requests for Future Agenda Items 12.

General Report on Finance and Administration Activities 13.

Adjournment Indicates attachments To be distributed 75 108 4 July 8, 2024 Page 3 of 3 NOTICES: Any person may make a request for a disability-related modification or accommodation needed for that person to be able to participate in the public meeting by telephoning Erika Dill, Sr. Management Analyst at (661) 297-1600, or writing to SCV Water at 27234 Bouquet

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on or accommodation needed for that person to be able to participate in the public meeting by telephoning Erika Dill, Sr. Management Analyst at (661) 297-1600, or writing to SCV Water at 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350. Requests must specify the nature of the disability and the type of accommodation requested. A telephone number or other contact information should be included so that Agency staff may discuss appropriate arrangements. Persons requesting a disability-related accommodation should make the request with adequate time before the meeting for the Agency to provide the requested accommodation.

Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.5, non-exempt public records that relate to open session agenda items and are distributed to a majority of the Committee less than seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting will be available for public inspection at SCV Water, located at 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, California 91350, during regular business hours.

When practical, these public records will also be made available on the Agency's Internet Website, accessible at http://www.yourscvwater.com.

Posted on July 9, 2024.

50 M6s เบญ [This page intentionally left blank.] 6 110 SCV WATER July 15, 2024 BOARD MEMORANDUM DATE: TO: Board of Directors FROM: Courtney Mael см Chief Engineer SUBJECT: Engineering Services Section Report CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS (CIP) CONSTRUCTION Project Contractor Contract Amount Scheduled Completion Dickason Drive Water Line J. Vega Engineering, $1,929,586 7/31/2024 Improvements ESFP Washwater Return Improvements Santa Clara & Honby Wells - Site Inc.

Pacific Hydrotech $18,805,801 8/31/2024 Corporation Pacific Construction Santa Clara & Hydrotech Corporation $9,328,028 8/31/2024 Honby Wells PFAS ITEM NO.

10.1 Notes

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a Clara & Honby Wells - Site Inc.

Pacific Hydrotech $18,805,801 8/31/2024 Corporation Pacific Construction Santa Clara & Hydrotech Corporation $9,328,028 8/31/2024 Honby Wells PFAS ITEM NO.

10.1 Notes Construction is complete. Construction closeout is in progress.

Construction is complete. Construction closeout is in progress.

Construction is 98% complete.

Groundwater Aqueous Vets $814,050 8/31/2024 Treatment Materials have been delivered to the site.

Improvements Material Purchase Saugus #3 & #4 Wells Construction (Replacement Zim Industries, Inc.

$12,377,351 9/01/2024 Construction is 85% complete.

Wells) Deane Pump Station at Sand Canyon Plaza Pacific Hydrotech Corporation $1,969,954 (SCV Water Fair Share) 10/1/2024 Magic Mountain Pipeline Phase 4 FivePoint/Toro Enterprises $3,297,014 10/1/2024 Construction is 85% complete. Site paving and wall work in progress.

Construction is 99% complete.

Magic Mountain Pipeline Phase 6A FivePoint/Toro Enterprises $7,168,845 10/1/2024 Construction is 92% complete.

111 Contract Scheduled Project Contractor Notes Amount Completion FivePoint/ Magic Mountain Construction is 99% Leatherwood Pipeline Phase 6B $4,568,687 10/1/2024 complete.

Construction LA County Potholing of the Pitchess Pipeline Metropolitan pipeline was $159,000 10/1/2024 Modifications Transportation Authority conducted on June 5, 2023.

Deane Pump Pacific $388,554 Construction is 80% Station at Skyline Ranch Road Hydrotech (SCV Water 10/31/2024 Corporation Fair Share) complete.

Deane Tank Pacific $3,140,010 Construction is 90% (concrete) at Hydrotech (SCV Water 10/31/2024 Nimbus Way Corporation Fair Share) complete.

Fleming RVWTP Diesel Environmental, $1,388,771 10/31/2024 UST Replacement Well 201 VOC Treatment Improvements South End Recycled Water Main Extension

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/2024 Nimbus Way Corporation Fair Share) complete.

Fleming RVWTP Diesel Environmental, $1,388,771 10/31/2024 UST Replacement Well 201 VOC Treatment Improvements South End Recycled Water Main Extension (Phase 2C) T&U Wells PFAS Treatment, Saugus 1&2 VOC Construction is 40% complete.

Inc Pacific Hydrotech $7,726,700 2/01/2025 Construction is 50% complete.

Corporation Ferreira Construction $13,819,311 9/30/2025 Inc.

Notice of Award was issued. Contract, documents are in progress.

Bonds, and Insurance Treatment and Disinfection Facility JR Filanc Construction $17,822,344 12/19/2025 Site Demolition in progress.

Company at RVIPS Well 205 Perchlorate Treatment Improvements GSE Notice of Award was issued. Contract, Construction Company, Inc.

$22,196,000 12/31/2025 Bonds, and Insurance documents are in progress.

112 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS (CIP) PLANNING AND DESIGN 1. Backcountry (fka Magic Mountain) Pump Station - The Board of Directors adopted the Addendum to the Mission Village Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP), approved the Backcountry Pump Station Project, and authorized final design services on March 7, 2023. Design is in progress. Additional California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) analysis is being performed to allow flexibility in design. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) analysis is in progress. Constructability review is in progress.

2. Backcountry (fka Magic Mountain) Reservoir – The Board of Directors adopted the Addendum to the Mission Village EIR and the MMRP, approved the Backcountry Reservoir Project, and authorized final design services on March 7, 2023. The pipeline is within the public right-of-way and pump station improvements are being designed as

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P, approved the Backcountry Reservoir Project, and authorized final design services on March 7, 2023. The pipeline is within the public right-of-way and pump station improvements are being designed as separate plan sets. Design is in progress.

3. Castaic Conduit Bypass Pipeline - Final design is in progress. Permits are being secured for the project.

4. Catala Pump Station and Pipelines – Planning is in progress. The preliminary draft report is being prepared.

5. Foothill Feeder Service Connection CLWA-01/01T Pipe Repair – Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWDSC) is performing the planning and design of the pipe repair improvements. Staff met with MWDSC staff on May 4, 2023, at the site to review site conditions.

6. Honby Parallel Pipeline Phase 2 – The Board of Directors adopted the Addendum to the EIR on June 1, 2021. Design is in progress and staff is securing permits from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board.

7. Honby Tank Pipeline Bottleneck - Final design is in progress.

8. Master Plan – The Master Plan update was presented at the March 7, 2024 Engineering and Operations Committee meeting. Planning is in progress.

9. N Wells Drainage Improvements - Final design is in progress.

10. Newhall Wells (N11, N12, N13) Groundwater Treatment Improvements – Final Design is in progress.

11. Newhall Zone 1 Tank - Planning in progress.

12. Nimbus Deane Tank 2 for Sand Canyon Plaza (SCV Water Fair Share) – 30% design plans reviewed by Agency staff for second Nimbus Tank to be located at Skyline Ranch. 60% design plans are in progress.

13. Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Groundwater Treatment Improvements (GTI): Clark Well – Planning is in progress.

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k to be located at Skyline Ranch. 60% design plans are in progress.

13. Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Groundwater Treatment Improvements (GTI): Clark Well – Planning is in progress.

113 14. PFAS GTI: E Wells (E-14, E-15, E-16, and E-17) – Planning is complete. CEQA and NEPA evaluations are in progress.

15. PFAS GTI: Lost Canyon 2, Lost Canyon 2A, and Sand Canyon 2, and Mitchell 5B Wells - Planning is in progress. 30% Plans in progress 16. PFAS GTI: North Oaks Central & East, and Sierra Wells - Planning is in progress.

17. PFAS GTI: Wells 206 and 207 – Planning is in progress.

18. PFAS GTI: Well D – Planning is in progress.

19. PFAS GTI: Wells W9 and W10 - Planning is in progress.

20. Pipeline Inspection: Castaic Conduit Pipeline Reaches 3 & 4 – Planning is in progress.

21. Pipeline Inspection: Magic Mountain Parkway (MMP) Inspection Access Modifications - Final design is in progress.

22. Pipeline Replacement: Abdale St, Maplebay Ct, Beachgrove Ct, and Smyth Drive Water Line Improvements - Final design is in progress.

23. Pipeline Replacement: Bouquet Tank & Tank #3 Pipelines - Planning is in progress.

24. Pipeline Replacement: Dockweiler Pipeline - Request for Proposal (RFP) for planning and design services is being prepared.

25. Pipeline Replacement: McBean Parkway – Filed Notice of Exemption. PlanetBids package preparation is in progress.

26. Pipeline Replacement: MMP & The Old Road Recycled Water Relocation - Planning is in progress.

27. Pipeline Replacement: Newhall Ranch Road (West of Avenue Tibbitts) – Planning is in progress.

28. Pipeline Replacement: Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (RVWTP) Sewer Line – On July 3, 2024, the project received recommendation from the Engineering and

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Avenue Tibbitts) – Planning is in progress.

28. Pipeline Replacement: Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant (RVWTP) Sewer Line – On July 3, 2024, the project received recommendation from the Engineering and Operations Committee to request to adopt the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration / Mitigation and Monitoring Program and authorize final design services at the August 6, 2024 Board meeting.

29. Pipeline Replacement: Sand Canyon Sewer Line – Planning is in progress. CEQA and NEPA evaluations are in progress.

30. Pipeline Replacement: The Old Road Pipeline (McBean Pkwy to Pico Canyon Rd) — Planning is in progress.

31. Pipeline Replacement: Valencia Marketplace Pipeline - Final design is in progress.

114 32. Recycled Water Fill Station - Planning and land acquisition are in progress.

33. Replacement Wells (Saugus Wells 3 and 4: Site and Equipment Design) – Final design is in progress.

34. RVWTP Mechanical Shop and Access Road Paving - Planning is in progress.

35. RVWTP Turbidity Improvements - Planning is in progress.

36. S Wells PFAS Groundwater Treatment and Disinfection Facility - 60% plan review completed by Agency staff. NEPA documents in progress.

37. Sand Canyon Reservoir Expansion - Planning is complete. Consultant prepared the 30% design plans for a seven (7) million gallon (MG) rectangular cast-in-place concrete reservoir.

38. Sierra Highway Bridge Expansion Water Pipelines Protection - Final design is in progress. The agreement with the City of Santa Clarita to advertise and construct the Agency pipelines protection and installation work has been executed. The City of Santa Clarita is tentatively planning to advertise the project for construction bids around March 2025.

115 DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS – DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, AND INSPECTION Development Size Project

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ty of Santa Clarita is tentatively planning to advertise the project for construction bids around March 2025.

115 DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS – DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, AND INSPECTION Development Size Project Developer Aidlin Hills (Tract 52796) Lennar 102 Dwelling Units College of the Canyons (COC) Landmark New Parking Structure for Valencia Campus 1444 Dwelling Village (Tract Units 53108) Five Point Infrastructure (Estimated at Build-out) 2 tanks, 1 pump station, ±7,670' of potable pipelines, and 9 public fire hydrants.

Relocation of 16" water line (approximately 1,015').

3.5 miles of piping, pressure reducing station, 2MG Zone IA Tank, and 2 Hwy 126 crossings.

Schedule Water pipeline construction to start in 1st quarter 2025.

Construction is complete and pipeline is in operation.

TBD Status Water pipeline plans have been approved.

95% tank and booster station plan review is complete and 90% Disinfection building plan review complete.

Project closeout is in progress.

Design is on hold.

116 117 =1 Project Developer Development Size Mission Village 4055 Dwelling Units (FivePoint) Needham Ranch Trammell Crow Co.

2,550,000 Square Feet Industrial and Commercial Infrastructure (Estimated at Build-out) 11.5 miles of new pipeline, 1 pressure reducing station (Telemark (formerly Petersen), 2 booster stations (Telemark (formerly Petersen) potable & recycled).

1 booster station upgrade (Magic Mtn.), and 3 tanks (Telemark (formerly Petersen) potable & recycled tanks and Magic Mtn. Tank No.

2 potable).

4 miles of pipelines, 1 pump station, 2 tanks, 1 disinfection building, and 2 pressure reducing stations.

Schedule Telemark (formerly Petersen) Tanks and Status Design: To date, a total of 52 potable/recycled distribution pipeline designs

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2 tanks, 1 disinfection building, and 2 pressure reducing stations.

Schedule Telemark (formerly Petersen) Tanks and Status Design: To date, a total of 52 potable/recycled distribution pipeline designs Booster Stations design to have been approved for construction.

be complete by September 2024.

Phase 1 construction is substantially complete.

Phase 2 Construction is substantially complete.

Tank 7 and 7A is complete. Disinfection Building and Pump Station substantially complete.

Telemark (formerly Petersen) potable and recycled water booster stations are 100% complete. Telemark Tanks are 90% complete. Phase 3B, 2B-1, 2B-2 water distribution pipeline plan sets are under review.

Construction: Phases 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, and in-tract potable water pipelines are complete, and recycled water pipelines are 90% complete. Well 206/207 pipe relocation project is 75% complete. Magic Mountain Booster Station upgrades are complete.

Retaining wall at Magic Mountain Tank No. 2 site is 90% complete. Notices of Completion are being executed for projects.

On-site recycled water irrigation plan review/construction in progress.

Construction: Tank 7A is complete. Pine Street Pipeline is complete.

Installation of third pump at Needham Booster Station is complete. Disinfection building is under construction and 95% complete. Tank site paving Completed.

Project Developer Saddle Peak Canyon (Tick Canyon) Sand Canyon Plaza Development Size 548 single family units 129 Single Family Units, 451 MultiFamily Units, 140 Bed Infrastructure (Estimated at Build-out) 2 tanks, 1 pump station, 6.3 miles of pipeline.

1 pump station, 1,700' of offsite pipeline, and 8,500' of onsite pipeline.

TBD Schedule Offsite Pipeline and New Sand Canyon Plaza Pump Station In progress and expected to be complete by October

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line.

1 pump station, 1,700' of offsite pipeline, and 8,500' of onsite pipeline.

TBD Schedule Offsite Pipeline and New Sand Canyon Plaza Pump Station In progress and expected to be complete by October 2024.

Status 30% pipeline, tank and pump station plans have been reviewed by the Agency.

Offsite and onsite pipeline and pump station are under construction.

Sheriff Station City of Santa Clarita Spring Canyon (Tract 48086) Senior Living, Commercial 44,300 Square Feet 492 Dwelling Units 1 mile of pipeline.

1 tank, 1 pump station, and 1 pressure reducing valve, Mammoth Lane upgrades and lift station upgrades.

Construction is complete with crossing over Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) aqueduct.

Mammoth Lane upgrades must be complete prior to commencement of development.

Staff are preparing design plan to adjust alignment of pipeline crossing under the bike path. Construction is planned for fall 2024 using Agency staff.

Design plans for in-tract pipelines, tanks and pump station were approved and issued in July 2020. Staff is working with developer and consultant to address County standards for sewer lift station upgrades to transfer ownership to the City of Santa Clarita.

Review and comments provided on 1st draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Agency and the City for transfer of sewer lift station facility.

118 119 19 Project Developer Development Size Skyline Ranch TriPointe 1220 Dwelling Units (Tract 60922) Infrastructure (Estimated at Build-out) 17 miles of pipelines, 3 pump stations, and 4 tanks.

Schedule Phase 1 pipelines, pump station and tanks are online. Phase 2 Deane pump station and Nimbus/Deane tank are in construction for Status Consultant is preparing 100% plans for disinfection facility and Skyline Pump Station.

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ump station and tanks are online. Phase 2 Deane pump station and Nimbus/Deane tank are in construction for Status Consultant is preparing 100% plans for disinfection facility and Skyline Pump Station.

completion by summer Tesoro Highlands Vista Canyon 696 Single Family Units, 9 Multi-Family Units, 2 acres of Commercial 1100 Dwelling (Tract 69164) Units JSB Development 2 tanks, 1 pump station, and 64,000' of pipeline.

5 miles of potable and recycled pipelines.

2024. Phase 3 Skyline Pump Station and Disinfection to be constructed by spring 2025.

Pipeline to be completed by November 2024.

Construction is complete except for a final potable tie-in connection.

Tanks 3/3A are substantially complete.

Phase 3-6 water pipelines are substantially complete and operational. Pump station is substantially complete. Phase 7, 8 and 14B pipeline are 60% complete.

Developer to submit schedule to construct a final tie-in connection for potable system.

Recycled water service is pending Water Factory effluent quality to come within permit requirements.

RIGHT OF WAY - CELL SITES 1. Bouquet Tank Site - T-Mobile has constructed fences around sector antennas. Carrier is also working on plans to install an emergency generator at this location. The Agency has received a deposit of $10,000 and is waiting on reviewed plans to be updated by TMobile.

2. Commerce Center Tank Site - AT&T has identified this location as a potential new cell site. The Agency has received a deposit of $10,000 and is reviewing plans.

3. Dockweiler (Newhall) Tank 2 Site – The Agency is waiting on T-Mobile carrier plans to relocate decommissioned Sprint equipment off the tank due to T-Mobile's acquisition of Sprint. AT&T is currently in the process of relocating from this site. T-Mobile has

on T-Mobile carrier plans to relocate decommissioned Sprint equipment off the tank due to T-Mobile's acquisition of Sprint. AT&T is currently in the process of relocating from this site. T-Mobile has identified to upgrade fiber within existing lease area. The Agency is drafting a deposit agreement for this modification.

4. Garnet Canyon Tank Site – Verizon has requested access on existing The Agency easement to install a new wireless facility on adjacent Southern California Edison towers. The Agency is drafting a deposit agreement.

5. Keaton (Honby) Tank Site - T-Mobile has identified this existing site for upgrades. The Agency is working with carrier on deposit letter and review of plans. DISH Wireless has identified this location as a potential new cell site. The Agency has received a deposit of $10,000 and is reviewing plans.

6. Live Oaks Tank Site – AT&T has identified this location as a potential new cell site. The Agency has received a deposit of $10,000 and is reviewing plans.

7. Mountain Pass (Princess) Tank Site – DISH wireless has identified this location for a potential new location. The Agency has entered into deposit agreement and is awaiting plans from carrier to review. Verizon has requested to expand the current facility. The Agency is drafting a deposit agreement and awaiting plans from carrier location manager American Tower.

8. Pamplico (Catala) Tank Site – DISH Wireless has identified this location as a potential new cell site. The Agency has received a deposit of $10,000 and is reviewing plans.

AT&T has also identified this location as a potential new site. The Agency is working with carrier on deposit letter. T-Mobile has identified this existing site for upgrades. The Agency has received a deposit of $10,000 and is reviewing plans.

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potential new site. The Agency is working with carrier on deposit letter. T-Mobile has identified this existing site for upgrades. The Agency has received a deposit of $10,000 and is reviewing plans.

9. Ridge Route (Castaic) Tank 1A - Verizon is near completion of new wireless facility.

10. Vineyard Tank Site – Tower Co has identified this location for a potential new wireless facility. The Agency is drafting a deposit agreement.

11. Whites Canyon (Skyblue) Tank Site - On January 16, 2024, the Board approved an item for The Agency to enter into a license agreement with Verizon to resolve access issues.

T-Mobile has identified this location for a potential new wireless facility. The Agency is drafting a deposit agreement.

120 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS (CIP) MISCELLANEOUS • Fire Flow In June 2024, staff issued 18 fire flow requests.

FACILITY CAPACITY FEES (FCFS) AND CONNECTION FEES Month July 2023 Regional Distribution Total $367,333 $8,870 $376,203 August 2023 $588,778 $62,844 $651,622 September 2023 $1,186,791 $24,243 $1,211,034 October 2023 $123,565 $21,288 $144,853 November 2023 $220,774 $15,336 $236,110 December 2023 $703,880 $134,986 $838,866 January 2024 $1,185,872 $103,458 $1,289,330 February 2024 $497,433 $140,978 $638,411 March 2024 $1,330,447 $296,658 $1,627,105 April 2024 $1,080,126 $95,214 $1,175,340 May 2024 $305,526 $59,928 $365,454 June 2024 $1,433,052 $201,948 $1,635,000 FY 2023/24 to Date $9,023,577 $1,165,751 $10,189,328 FY 2023/24 Budget $1,320,200 $257,600 $1,577,800 765 121 [This page intentionally left blank.] 122 SCV WATER BOARD MEMORANDUM ITEM NO.

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10.2 DATE: July 15, 2024 TO: Board of Directors по FROM: Rochelle Patterson SUBJECT: Chief Financial and Administrative Officer Finance, Administration, and Information Technology Services Section Report FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION (F&A) Key Accomplishments/Activities: Staff received Board approval of the ad valorem tax rate for the State Water Project for both LA and Ventura Counties. The tax rate will remain at the same .0706 per $100 valuation for FY 2024/25.

The F&A Committee recommended an update of the special tax assessment for Tesoro Del Valle development, which will be presented to the Board at a public hearing held on July 16, 2024.

Staff received direction from the F&A Committee to move ahead with the Commercial Paper interim financing for the WIFIA (Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act) loan program.

Staff advised the F&A Committee that it will begin to regularly bring phases of the Cost of Study and Rate Design discussion to them over the next year, so that the subject is well-discussed by the time new rates are presented.

Significant Upcoming Items: Staff have begun work on the conversion of timekeeping and payroll to Oracle. The anticipated Go-Live date is January 1, 2025. This will allow the integration of payroll with the Projects module. As per the Oracle consultants, it is intended to make the full functionality of the Oracle Projects module available to staff.

Staff are preparing for the heavy workload during the month of July 2024, of implementing all fiscal year 2025 changes in the payroll system. This is the heaviest workload month of the year for the payroll staff.

Payroll staff are currently coordinating compensation for six (6) Leave of Absences (LOA)

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ear 2025 changes in the payroll system. This is the heaviest workload month of the year for the payroll staff.

Payroll staff are currently coordinating compensation for six (6) Leave of Absences (LOA) cases, including coordination of payroll with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and California State Disability Insurance (SDI) benefits.

Payroll staff are coordinating and tracking staff Comp Time earned and used by 40+ hourly employees.

Staff is conducting a survey of Agency benchmark agencies and other entities regarding how they adjust for COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment), including which method or metric is used.

123 Staff is working to streamline the Agency's Record Retention Program by consolidating the many legacy entity record management accounts.

Staff is working with a new software and implementation group to help develop, design and eventually publish financial documents in-house. Ideally, these efforts will help not only streamline the process of producing these documents – such as the Budget, ACFR (Annual Comprehensive Financial Report) and PAFR (Popular Annual Financial Report) – but applying for financial awards as well.

Ongoing: Staff, following Grant Management Policy and Procedures, and specific EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) WIFIA (Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act) requirements, continue to receive training on processes and workflows to ensure the Agency will comply with federal single audit requirements. SCV Water will be subject to a Single Audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. This is an audit to confirm that the Agency is complying with federal laws and grant requirements. This protects the Agency's eligibility to receive ongoing federal funding, such as the proposed WIFIA funding.

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n audit to confirm that the Agency is complying with federal laws and grant requirements. This protects the Agency's eligibility to receive ongoing federal funding, such as the proposed WIFIA funding.

Ongoing: Staff continue to increase the efficiency of the Project Financial Management module, working with Engineering, Operations and Water Resources.

Ongoing: Staff continue to review and approve Certificates of Insurance (COIs), ensuring that insurance limits conform with the Agency's insurance requirements.

Ongoing: Staff continue to assist with training in Oracle's procurement module with applications such as requisitions, purchase orders and contract agreements.

CUSTOMER SERVICE Key Accomplishments/Activities: Staff continue to work with customers to avoid disconnection for nonpayment, and if unable to pay, resolve their overdue balances through amortization agreements. Before shutoff, at least two courtesy reminder calls are broadcast to customers subject to disconnection for nonpayment. There were 2,406 accounts subject to disconnection in June 2024. Of those, 777 remained overdue within one week of their scheduled shutoff date and subsequently received one or more courtesy reminder calls. Two hundred fifty-nine (259) accounts remained unresolved by their scheduled shutoff date and were disconnected for nonpayment.

124 242 201 89/37% 153 153 JAN-24 NEW SO 230 REPEAT SHUTOFFS 60/30% 79/34% 151 141 FEB-24 MAR-24 PREVIOUS SO TOTAL SO 133 320 65/35% 259 58/42% 208 77 APR-24 MAY-24 60/40% 156 JUN-24 Staff continues work on the Accounts Receivable Consolidation Project (ARC.)

Staff continue to work with Smartworks and Systems & Software (S&S) on the Smartworks Meter Data Management System (MDMS) implementation. The Platform is scheduled to softlaunch in July 2024.

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(ARC.)

Staff continue to work with Smartworks and Systems & Software (S&S) on the Smartworks Meter Data Management System (MDMS) implementation. The Platform is scheduled to softlaunch in July 2024.

Staff continue to work with S&S to further refine workflows related to the new enQuesta v.6 platform, online customer portal and mobile work order solution.

Staff continue to coordinate with Field Services on the AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) Meter Changeout Program and the communication infrastructure expansion.

Staff began accepting applications for the second fiscal year of the Agency's pilot Ratepayer Assistance Program (RAP) on June 1, 2024. All previously enrolled customers were mailed reminders.

Staff continue to work with Operations and Communications on the new lead and copper reporting requirements.

Significant Upcoming Items: The Smartworks Meter Data Management System (MDMS) integration go-live has been rescheduled to early July 2024. Deployment of usage data to the online customer portal for customers with AMI-capable meters will occur in the following months, estimated in early 2025.

Staff continues to work with the IT department to configure two additional queues in the Customer Call Center: one that will be dedicated to Spanish-only callers and another for call escalations. Deployment is scheduled for July 2024.

125 All Customers will receive a revised Agency calendar insert reflecting Customer Care's new operating hours in July 2024. The new hours have been posted to the public website, Rockefeller lobby and inserted as part of the recorded greeting in the Customer Care call center.

Staff continues to work with the IT department on the low-income SoCal Gas data share

public website, Rockefeller lobby and inserted as part of the recorded greeting in the Customer Care call center.

Staff continues to work with the IT department on the low-income SoCal Gas data share (Share). Internal testing is underway. Staff is hopeful that the Share will identify customers who are eligible for the Agency's Ratepayer Assistance Program but not enrolled, so staff may conduct direct and targeted outreach.

HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) Key Accomplishments/Activities: Staff are recruiting for (1) Engineer, (1) Fleet Mechanic II, (1) Recycled Water Coordinator I or II, and 1) Treatment Plant Operator III.

Staff are preparing to recruit for (1) Senior Electrical Technician, (1) Security Operations Specialist and (1) Water Quality Scientist I.

Staff are on hold to recruit for (1) Inspector II, pending Budget/Board approval of a revised position control.

Staff received approval in February 2024 to recruit for (1) Treatment Department Intern. This is on hold until further notice due to concurrent recruitments to fill strategic regular full-time Treatment Department positions.

Staff are onboarding (1) Payroll Specialist (Limited Duration) and (1) Management Analyst I (Limited Duration) (pending official NEOGOV Hiring Requisition Approval).

Staff processed an internal Out of Class Assignment for (1) Treatment Plant Operator III and are preparing to process an Out of Class Assignment for (1) Treatment Plant Operator II in September.

Staff processed Internal Promotions for (1) SCADA Technician I and (1) Senior Quality Assurance Scientist.

Staff converted (1) limited duration Field Customer Services Worker I to (1) Regular Full-Time Field Customer Services Worker I.

Staff completed onboarding for (2) Fleet Mechanic Interns, (1) Inspector II (Underfilling Senior

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ed duration Field Customer Services Worker I to (1) Regular Full-Time Field Customer Services Worker I.

Staff completed onboarding for (2) Fleet Mechanic Interns, (1) Inspector II (Underfilling Senior Inspector), and (1) Senior Water Resources Planner/Hydrogeologist.

Staff has completed processing and auditing the annual COLA and merit increases in the Paychex system and is working on completing them in the HCM/Oracle system.

Staff has scheduled six (6) internal Town Hall training sessions throughout July and August 2024 to introduce to employees and managers the Human Capital Management (HCM) Oracle self-service system. Staff will train on the basic Human Resources Core tasks and functions.

Staff is planning to train employees and managers on the Benefits, Talent, and Recruitment upcoming modules.

126 Staff updated Employee Manual policy No 37 to include Whistleblower Protections and Employee Manual No. 33 to direct employees where to find the Agency's Workplace Violence Prevention Plan, and will be presented at the July 15, 2024 regular F&A Committee meeting.

Significant Upcoming Items: Staff is preparing to update the Employee Manual Policy No. 28 on Disciplinary Action and Appeal.

Staff has prepared a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a comprehensive Agency-wide classification and compensation study for FY 2024/25.

Staff is planning to update all Agency job classifications to be uniform and more specific.

Staff is planning to provide training to supervisors and managers on HR topics, such as Internship, Leave of Absences, and Recruitment.

Staff is planning to develop a soft skills training program for employees. Examples of soft skills are leadership, teamwork, communication, problem-solving, work ethic, flexibility, and interpersonal skills.

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s planning to develop a soft skills training program for employees. Examples of soft skills are leadership, teamwork, communication, problem-solving, work ethic, flexibility, and interpersonal skills.

Staff plans to survey other agencies and create a list for management/supervisory training.

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES (IT, GIS, Cybersecurity, and OT) Key Accomplishments/Activities: The GIS team along with Engineering, Water Resources, and Operations, attended the annual GIS international user conference. The GIS team presented at the conference on the Utility Network.

The IT team along with Buildings and Grounds and various contractors completed the Board and Conference Room remodel project.

The GIS manager presented to the AWWA asset management committee on the Agency's asset management program.

Tech Services successfully supported the completion of the new meter data management system for Customer Care.

Tech services successfully serviced 163 tickets and fielded 17 hotline calls for June 2024.

127 IT Tickets & Hotline 250 TOTAL 200 150 23 225 100 50 0 APR Agency-Wide Training Events Event To Do Word II Power Automate & Loop Data Vis 024 6 8 10 12 12 14 16 18 20 20 SCV 000 WATER TECH SERVICES Туре HOTLINE TICKET 14 17 164 163 MAY JUN 27 40 40 40 40 Month April May E June 47 22 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 40 42 44 46 48 48 Participants 50 Significant Upcoming Items: The IT team is working with an audio/visual contractor to equip the reconfigured Human Resources conference room with virtual meeting technologies.

The Cybersecurity team is collaborating with other water organizations and federal agencies to organize a series of virtual cybersecurity training for small to mid-sized water organizations. This will include a virtual tabletop exercise at its conclusion.

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r organizations and federal agencies to organize a series of virtual cybersecurity training for small to mid-sized water organizations. This will include a virtual tabletop exercise at its conclusion.

The Tech Team is working with a consultant to reprepare an RFQ (Request for Quote) and RFP for a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software vendor selection.

These documents will be a result of cross-departmental discussions and an Agency-wide needs assessment.

Ongoing: The OT has kicked off a preventative maintenance approach to the SCADA hardware and related network. This work is to update and assess SCADA assets in preparation for the Agency's future CMMS.

128 Ongoing: The OT team is in the process of applying and configuring new security technologies to the SCADA network.

Ongoing: Tech Services is in the process of rolling out enterprise web browsers. This will allow the team to manage web browsers across the Agency, similar to applications/software.

Ongoing: The IT team is working with Human Resources on the Agency's HCM project. This will be an ongoing multi-year project.

Ongoing: The OT team is in the process of planning and configuring SCADA data center upgrades and expansion.

Ongoing: The GIS team will be cross-training employees from various departments on survey GPS (Global Positioning System) technology.

Ongoing: The IT team is moving business file servers from on-premises to the cloud. This will streamline the management of remote devices.

FLEET & WAREHOUSE Key Accomplishments/Activities: Staff completed the annual inventory physical count for FY 2023/24. Over the course of three days, staff counted over 50,507 parts across 4 warehouses. This was the first year staff utilized

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tivities: Staff completed the annual inventory physical count for FY 2023/24. Over the course of three days, staff counted over 50,507 parts across 4 warehouses. This was the first year staff utilized barcodes and scanners, which will help streamline counting and improve accuracy going forward.

Staff completed recruitments for Mechanic II and Fleet Automotive Interns.

Staff placed three new trucks into service.

Staff attended the American Public Works Association (APWA) / National Association of Fleet Administrators (NAFA) Fleet Managers Roundtable in Carlsbad, CA.

Staff completed the California Energy Commission's High Voltage Vehicle Safety courses.

Ongoing: Staff continue to work on maintenance and repairs of vehicles and equipment.

Significant Upcoming Items: Staff will begin phase two of the bar-coding and labeling solution mid-July 2024. This will encompass receiving, inventory put-away, pick tickets, and mobile requisitioning. This process will help reduce paper processes and improve data entry.

Staff continue to work with Ford Motors in establishing an in-house warranty program. This program will reduce repair times and reimburse the Agency for Ford warranty work and vehicle recalls.

Staff continue to work on upgrading vehicle backup camera systems for the Agency's commercial vehicles. The new camera systems help improve safety by providing a 360-degree view to the operator.

129 Staff is working with Safety on repairing the Agency's emergency radio system. and increasing coverage with new installation on new vehicles.

Staff is working with the Utilimarc EV (Electric Vehicles) Consortium to use data which will allow better understanding of EV's performance, maintenance, and cost of ownership. Some of the

w vehicles.

Staff is working with the Utilimarc EV (Electric Vehicles) Consortium to use data which will allow better understanding of EV's performance, maintenance, and cost of ownership. Some of the other consortium members include LADWP (Los Angeles Department of Water and Power), City of Sacramento, City of Long Beach, City of Austin, Miami Dade County, City of Columbus, and San Diego Gas and Electric.

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS (B&G) Key Accomplishments/Activities: Staff completed adding traffic control stencils at Earl Schmidt Filtration Plant (ESFP) entrances.

Staff worked with a contractor to complete repairs on the damaged floor in the men's restroom at the staff trailer at the Golden Triangle location.

Staff worked with a contractor to conduct and complete fire suppression system tests throughout the main Agency buildings.

Significant Upcoming Items: The chiller replacement at Rio Vista was rescheduled from late March 2024 to late May 2024.

The Rio Vista adminstation building staff were impacted for approxximately five (5) days, and plans were put into place to mitigate cooling outages. Chiller replacement is 95% completed, with the remaining programing and evacuation system projected to be tested and completed the third week of June 2024. This work has been prolonged due to electrical system upgrades.

Staff continues to be the project manager for several improvement projects at the Rio Vista administration building, including the Boardroom, HR Conference Room and upstairs kitchen.

All projects are in progress except the upstairs kitchen. Boardroom completion is approximately 80%, HR Conference Room sits at 25% completion; and the kitchen contract approval is in progress.

Staff will be working with the the HR, IT and Communications team to set up new employee

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approximately 80%, HR Conference Room sits at 25% completion; and the kitchen contract approval is in progress.

Staff will be working with the the HR, IT and Communications team to set up new employee badges and replace fobs. The project started late April 2024, and work continues to be in progress, as 85% of Agency's badges have been entered into the system.

Staff will work with gate and doors contractor to repair lower gate at ESFP; gate operators have been fixed and are operating properly.

Staff has scheduled the replacement of a Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) package unit at Summit Circle, and the work is to take place in July 2024'.

RP PP 765 130 SCV WATER BOARD MEMORANDUM DATE: July 15, 2024 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Keith Abercrombie SUBJECT: KA Chief Operating Officer Treatment, Distribution, Operations and Maintenance Section Report ITEM NO.

10.3 The Treatment, Distribution, Operations and Maintenance Section (TDOMS) provides reliable and highquality water through rigorous preventative maintenance programs and timely response to corrective action maintenance. Routine inspections and maintenance of each facility is part of the overarching goal of TDOMS. Below is a discussion on these activities for the month of June 2024.

TREATMENT OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE Monthly corrective and preventative maintenance work orders were completed at the following locations: Jerry Gladbach Water Treatment Plant (JGWTP) - formerly Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant/RVWTP) Rio Vista Intake Pump Station (RVIPS) Earl Schmidt Filtration Plant (ESFP) Earl Schmidt Intake Pump Station (ESIPS) Saugus Perchlorate Treatment Facility (SPTF) Castaic and Pitchess Pipelines Recycled Water Pump Station Rio Vista Valve Vault No. 1 Saugus Well 1 Sand Canyon Reservoir

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midt Intake Pump Station (ESIPS) Saugus Perchlorate Treatment Facility (SPTF) Castaic and Pitchess Pipelines Recycled Water Pump Station Rio Vista Valve Vault No. 1 Saugus Well 1 Sand Canyon Reservoir Sand Canyon Pump Station (SCPS) Preventative and Corrective Maintenance Work Order Summary Work Orders Corrective Maintenance Preventative Maintenance FYTD 2023/24 304 966 June 2024 16 55 RVWTP - Ferric plumbing redone in Chemical Building ESFP – Communication Upgrade - Installed Conduit between entry gates SCPS - Pump #3 Pump/Motor Vibration Key Action Items Completed: Work in Progress – Treatment ESFP - Wash Water Return Basins #3 & #4/ AUMA Modifications JGWTP - Drying bed return pump check valve and plug valve Completed Work JGWTP - Wash Water Basin #1 Cleaning 131 JGWTP - Ferric plumbing redone in Chemical Building ESFP - Communication Upgrade - Installed Conduit between entry gates SCPS - Pump #3 Pump/Motor Vibration DISTRIBUTION OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE General operational and maintenance activities include: • Fire hydrant maintenance • Valve exercising • Air and vacuum valve maintenance • • Meter reading Blow off maintenance Meter change-outs Control valve maintenance Work in Progress Vasquez Pipeline – Potholing moved to FY 24/25 Newhall Avenue - Working on RFP's for surface restoration, traffic loops, saw cutting and traffic control Beneda Lane - Bidding surface restoration Completed Work N7 and N8 Well Pipeline Replacement Hasley Hills Regulator Rebuild Begonias Lane Castaic Well 1 Drain Line Meter Change-out Summary Meter Size 3/4" 1" 1 1/2" 2" Distribution System Leak Summary Approx. 74,905 Service Connections Leak Type Service Leaks Main Leaks June 2024 9 FYTD 2023/24 480 12 4 122 41 16 June 2024 FYTD 2023/24 9 124 2 20

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e 3/4" 1" 1 1/2" 2" Distribution System Leak Summary Approx. 74,905 Service Connections Leak Type Service Leaks Main Leaks June 2024 9 FYTD 2023/24 480 12 4 122 41 16 June 2024 FYTD 2023/24 9 124 2 20 PRODUCTION OPERATIONS AND WATER SYSTEMS In addition to the general operation and maintenance of the production facilities, there are a variety of other projects within the Production and Water Systems.

Work in Progress Cal Arts Booster Station, B64 motor failure - New pump ordered Wells N7 and N8 Pump & Motor Improvement – New pump, motor and VFD ordered Yucca (Villa) Booster Station, Rebuild discharge manifold – Station work completed, meter to be installed week of July 1, 2024 Newhall Well 13, Install VFD – Design specs finalized, FY 2024/25 project 132 Beldove (Copper Hill) 2 Water Storage Tank Coating Project – Remove and replace interior lining and spot repair exterior coating, contract awarded by SCV Water Board, January 16, 2024, at its regular Board meeting, work underway April 8, 2024 Lower Heron Residual Management System – Purchase of DeNora ClorTec Onsite Sodium Hypochlorite Generation System for the Residual Management System at Lower Heron Tanks approved by the SCV Water Board at its December 19, 2023, meeting, purchase order issued.

Working with Kennedy-Jenks for assistance in power upgrade Well N Pump Replacement – Replacement of failed pump at Well N. Downhole video February 9, 2024, replacement pump ordered March 14, 2024, estimated lead time 18 weeks Saugus Well 1 Rehab - Contract awarded to Bakersfield Well & Pump by SCV Water Board at its regular Board meeting May 21, 2024, pre-construction meeting July 1, 2024 Ridge Route (Castaic 1A) Water Storage Tank Storge Project – Complete removal and

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ield Well & Pump by SCV Water Board at its regular Board meeting May 21, 2024, pre-construction meeting July 1, 2024 Ridge Route (Castaic 1A) Water Storage Tank Storge Project – Complete removal and replacement of interior linings, and spot repair of exterior paint system. RFP posted May 23, 2024, bids due July 2, 2024 Placerita Canyon 1 Water Storage Tank Coating Project – Complete removal and replacement of interior linings, and spot repair of exterior paint system. RPF posted May 23, bids due July 2, 2024 Completed Work Saugus Well 2 Rehab – Work completed, well returned to service April 10, 2024 Olympian (North Oaks) Water Storage Tanks 1 & 4 Tank Coating Project – Remove & replace interior lining and spot repair exterior coating. Completed: tank 1 returned to service April 26; tank 4 returned to service May 30, 2024 Castaic Well 2 Pump/Motor Replacement - Replacement of failed pump/motor at Castaic Well 2.

Equipment installed May 2, well back in service May 11, 2024 Rainbow Glen Booster Station Upgrade – Pump & motor upgrade for pump run #1, completed June 24, 2024 WATER QUALITY Water Quality Complaints Type of Complaint Hardness Odor Taste Color Air Suspended Solids Totals Heterotrophic Plate Count Samples June 2024 # of HPCs Collected June 2024 1 FYTD 2023/24 7 6 2 4 19 # of HPCs Collected FYTD 2023/24 88 133 PERCHLORATE CONTAMINATION PROGRAM MANAGEMENT As a result of the detection of perchlorate at Well V-201, modifications are being made to the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) Remedial Action Plan (RAP) and the perchlorate project DDW 97005 Engineering Report. A perchlorate removal facility has been constructed and a Volatile Organic Chemical (VOC) removal facility is currently being constructed. Resumption of Well V-201 service will

005 Engineering Report. A perchlorate removal facility has been constructed and a Volatile Organic Chemical (VOC) removal facility is currently being constructed. Resumption of Well V-201 service will occur following receipt of permit from State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Division of Drinking Water (DDW).

In late December 2017, perchlorate was detected at Well V-205 just above the maximum contaminant level for drinking water of 6 ppb. A confirmation sample taken in March 2018 indicated a level of 8.1 ppb.

The well was previously taken out of service in 2012. Design of a treatment system for the removal of perchlorate and VOCs has been completed.

In May 2019, for the first time since 2005, perchlorate was detected in Alluvial Aquifer Well Q-2 at the maximum contaminant level of 6 µg/L. No drinking water quality standards were violated, but the well was removed immediately from service. Design and construction of treatment system has been completed.

The well was returned to service on July 26, 2023.

PFAS In May 2019, initial sampling for PFAS substances occurred and results were received. One well (Valley Center) exceeded Division of Drinking Water Interim Response Level of 70 ng/L and was shut off. Other wells exceeded the Interim Notification Levels for PFOS and PFOA. This information was presented to the SCV Water Board on June 4, 2019. PFAS sampling for the second quarter was done in August 2019 with results received in September and October 2019. In February 2020, the State Water Resources Control Board Division of Drinking Water issued new response levels; 10 parts per trillion (ppt) for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and 40 ppt for perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS.)

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e Water Resources Control Board Division of Drinking Water issued new response levels; 10 parts per trillion (ppt) for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and 40 ppt for perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS.)

SCV Water has taken 25 wells out of service due to PFAS. Three (3) were returned to service in late 2020 (N, N7, N8) with the completion of the first PFAS Treatment System. One (1) additional well (Valley Center) was returned to service in October 2022 with completion of the second PFAS Treatment System.

WATER QUALITY LABORATORY The renewal application with the Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) has been completed, and the laboratory is certified with the new TNI laboratory regulations beginning on September 30, 2023, with an expiration date of September 30, 2025.

134 Saugus Perchlorate Treatment Facility Resin Usage Summary Based on Time to Breakthrough Resin Run Number Fill Date Breakthrough Date+ Days Volume Treated (Million Gallons) Volume Treated (Acre-Feet) Bed Volumes Treated Replacement Costs $/BV $/AF Combined (Lead and Lag) MG AF BVs 5/3/10 8/25/10 115 253 776 107,310 2 9/8/10 11/8/10 62 120 368 52,289 $ 3 12/10/10 3/26/11 107 239 735 90,841 $ 105,728 $ 115,458 $ 2.02 $ 287 373 1,144 159,599 1.27 $ 157 359 1,103 143,130 4 5/5/11 8/9/11 97 288 883 108,745 $ 112,255 $ 1.03 $ 127 527 1,618 199,586 5 8/17/11 10/14/11 59 180 554 68,941 $ 112,255 $ 1.63 $ 203 468 1,437 177,686 6 11/6/11 4/10/12 157 288 883 109,850 $ 112,048 $ 1.02 $ 127 468 1,437 178,790 4/20/12 7/16/12 88 280 860 113,905 $ 112,048 $ 0.98 $ 130 568 1,743 223,754 8 7/11/12 11/5/12 118 349 1,070 133,044 $ 112,048 $ 0.84 $ 105 629 1,930 246,949 9 11/16/12 1/10/13 56 177 544 67,744 $ 112,258 $ 1.66 $ 206 526 1,614 200,788 10 1/10/13 3/10/13 60 165 505 62,836 $ 43,567 0.69 $ 86 342 1,049

9 1,070 133,044 $ 112,048 $ 0.84 $ 105 629 1,930 246,949 9 11/16/12 1/10/13 56 177 544 67,744 $ 112,258 $ 1.66 $ 206 526 1,614 200,788 10 1/10/13 3/10/13 60 165 505 62,836 $ 43,567 0.69 $ 86 342 1,049 130,579 11 3/19/13 5/4/13 47 112 344 42,769 $ 118,213 $ 2.76 $ 344 276 849 105,605 12 5/8/13 6/15/13 39 95 293 33,577 $ 141,989 $ 4.23 $ 485 207 637 76,346 13 6/10/13 8/20/13 72 179 551 52,099 $ 118,212 $ 2.27 215 275 844 85,676 14 9/12/13 11/30/13 80 217 667 83,031 $ 118,212 $ 1.42 $ 177 397 1,218 135,130 15 11/21/13 2/9/14 81 246 755 92,790 $ 118,212 $ 1.27 $ 157 463 1,422 175,821 16 2/24/14 3/31/14 36 128 393 48,854 $ 105.494 $ 2.16 269 374 1.148 141,644 17 4/28/14 8/8/14 103 205 629 78,423 $ 105.494 $ 1.35 $ 168 333 1,022 127,277 18 8/21/14 12/3/14 105 158 485 60,237 $ 105,494 $ 1.75 $ 218 363 1,114 138,660 19 12/4/14 3/16/15 103 266 816 101,458 $ 105,494 $ 1.04 $ 129 424 1,301 161,695 20 3/17/15 5/28/15 73 184 565 70,380 $ 105,494 $ 1.50 $ 187 450 1,381 171,838 21 5/29/15 8/3/15 67 195 598 74,610 $ 105,494 $ 1.41 $ 176 379 1,163 144,990 22 8/4/15 10/15/15 73 171 525 65,484 $ 105,494 $ 1.61 $ 201 366 1,123 140,094 23 10/16/15 12/8/15 54 165 506 62,988 $ 105,494 $ 1.67 $ 208 336 1,031 128,472 24 12/9/15 3/31/16 114 346 1,062 131,983 $ 105,494 $ 0.80 $ 99 511 1,568 194,971 25 4/1/16 7/7/16 98 291 893 111,167 $ 105,494 $ 0.95 $ 118 637 1,955 243,150 26 7/8/16 10/17/16 102 314 964 119,919 $ 105.494 $ 0.88 $ 109 605 1,857 231,086 27 10/21/16 1/25/17 97 283 869 107,984 $ 105.494 $ 0.98 $ 121 597 1,832 227,903 28 1/26/17 4/18/17 83 252 773 96,192 $ 105,494 $ 1.10 $ 136 535 1,642 204,176 29 4/25/17 8/5/17 103 306 939 116,938 $ 105,494 $ 0.90 $ 112 558 1.713 213,130 30 8/11/17 1/3/18 146 322 988 122,845 $ 105,494 $ 0.86 $ 107 628 1,927 239,783 31 1/16/18 6/9/18 145 289 887

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,642 204,176 29 4/25/17 8/5/17 103 306 939 116,938 $ 105,494 $ 0.90 $ 112 558 1.713 213,130 30 8/11/17 1/3/18 146 322 988 122,845 $ 105,494 $ 0.86 $ 107 628 1,927 239,783 31 1/16/18 6/9/18 145 289 887 109,395 $ 105,494 $ 0.96 $ 119 611 1,875 232,240 32 6/18/18 12/24/18 190 574 1,762 219,207 $ 105,494 $ 0.48 $ 60 863 2,649 328,602 33 12/13/18 6/10/19 180 525 1,611 200,536 $ 105,494 $ 0.53 $ 65 1,099 3,373 419,743 34 6/11/19 12/30/19 203 566 1,737 216,073 $ 108,162 $ 0.50 $ 62 1,091 3,348 416,609 35 12/18/19 7/8/20 204 552 1,694 211,010 $ 108,162 $ 0.51 $ 64 1,118 36 7/9/20 2/6/21 213 471 1,446 179,890 $ 128,334 $ 0.71 $ 89 1,023 3,431 427,083 3,140 390,900 37 2/16/21 8/30/21 196 477 1,464 182,727 $ 142,690 $ 0.78 $ 97 948 2,910 362,617 38 9/14/21 6/7/22 267 467 1,433 178,539 $ 159,631 $ 0.89 $ 111 944 2,897 361,266 39 6/7/22 11/10/22 157 334 1,025 40 12/6/22 8/14/23 252 533 1,636 8/15/23 7/2/24 323 474 1,455 127,592 203,778 180,889 $ $ 166,915 $ 1.31 $ 180,845 $ 0.89 $ 111 163 801 2,458 306,131 867 2,661 331,370 $ Total 4,925 12,037 36,943 4,598,866 $ 4,446,134 NA NA 22,340 Average 115 289 887 110,449 $114,003 $ 1.03 $ 128.09 559 68,565 8,524,867 1,714 213,122 + Breakthrough defined as Lead Vessel effluent reaching 6 µg/L.

* Initial resin delivery was included in construction contract Runs 1-2 had 315 cubic feet of resin Runs 3-11 had 350 cubic feet of resin +180 cubic feet of anthracite Run 12 had 434 cubic feet of resin + 180 cubic feet of anthracite.

Runs 13-present had 350 cubic feet of resin +180 cubic feet of anthracite Bed Volumes 250,000 200,000 150,000 Lead Vessel Resin Performance 100,000 Vendor Warranty 88,000 50,000 5 10 15 20 Rasin Run 25 40 in progress 135 V-201 Perchlorate Treatment Facility Resin Usage Summary

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Volumes 250,000 200,000 150,000 Lead Vessel Resin Performance 100,000 Vendor Warranty 88,000 50,000 5 10 15 20 Rasin Run 25 40 in progress 135 V-201 Perchlorate Treatment Facility Resin Usage Summary Based on Time to Breakthrough Resin Run Number Fill Date Breakthrough Date+ Volume Treated Days (Million Gallons) (Acre-Feet) Volume Treated Bed Volumes Replacement Treated Costs Combined (Lead and Lag] $/BV $/AF MG AF BVs 1 2 11/3/2017 4/19/2018 168 5/7/2018 9/17/2018 297 912 134 210 644 3 9/24/2018 11/4/2019 407 474 1454 4 11/12/2019 4/21/2021 * 527 544 1670 112,498 79,476 179,465 206,045 $188,355 $1.67 $207 $105,494 $1.33 $164 $105,494 $0.59 $73 $108,162 507 1,556 191,973 684 2,098 258,941 1,018 3,124 385,510 Total Average 1236 309 1,525 381 4,679 1,170 577,483 144,371 $507,505 $126,876 $1.20 $147,66 2,209 736 6,778 2,259 836,424 278,808 + Breakthrough defined as Lead Vessel effluent reaching 6 ug/L Runs 1 & 2 had 353 cubic feet of resin (PRS-2)+180 cubic feet of anthracite Runs 3-present had 353 cubic feet of resin (PRS2 Plus) + 180 cubic feet of anthracite * The well was turned off at 1:30 pm April 26, 2021.

Bed Volumes Bed Volumes and Acre-Feet Treated 250,000 Vendor Bed Volume Warranty 200,000 150,000 100,000 50,000 Resin Run 1600 1400 1200 1000 800 600 400 200 ° Acre-Feet 136 N Wells PFAS Treatment Facility Resin Usage Summary Based on Time to Breakthrough Resin Train Fill Date Run # Initial Rasin Detection Changeout Date Date Days Running Volume Treated (Million Gallons) Volume Treated (Acre-Fest) Bed Volumes Replacement Treated Costs $/BV $/AF Unit Price A-1 Evoqua 1 B-1 Purolite 1 9/10/2020 5/12/2021 C-1 Purolite 1 9/11/2020 9/1/2021 9/11/2020 4/27/2022 11/30/2022 810 9/29/2021 384 2/2/2022 509 959 2942 234,207 434 1332 106,249 598 1835 146,383 B-2 B-2 Purolite

1 B-1 Purolite 1 9/10/2020 5/12/2021 C-1 Purolite 1 9/11/2020 9/1/2021 9/11/2020 4/27/2022 11/30/2022 810 9/29/2021 384 2/2/2022 509 959 2942 234,207 434 1332 106,249 598 1835 146,383 B-2 B-2 Purolite 2 9/29/2021 C-2 2 Puralite 2 2/2/2022 7/13/2022 1/5/2023 2/16/2022 10/4/2022 370 337 565 1734 138,317 $194,041.11 $1 $112 $222.4 516 1584 126,413 C-3 Puralite 3 1/5/2023 B-3 B-3 Evoqua 3 10/4/2022 4/12/2023 12/12/2023 341 4/12/2023 429 1318 105,139 1/3/2024 456 732 2247 178,860 A-2 Evoqua 2 11/30/2022 5/10/2023 578 847 2601 206,997 C-4° Purolite 4 12/12/2023 201 241 741 58,982 $294,667.55 $297,369.15 $1 $255,132.61 $4 $206,623.57 $2 $244,207.29 $2 $2 $130 $224.3 $185 $243.8 $131 $482.6 $114 $484.7 $344 $260.9 B-4° Evoqua 4 1/3/2024 179 229 702 55,840 $296,771.79 $5 $423 $485.0 Total Average Fill Date - The date the vessel is placed into the lead postion 4165 416.5 5,551 555 17,035 1,703 1,357,387 135,739 $1,788,813 $255,545 $3 $206 Initial Detection Date - Lead Vessel effluent is greater than the MRL of 2 ng/L for PFOA, PFOS, PFBS, & PFHXS Resin Changeout - Lead Vessel effluent has reached either RL for PFOA: 10ng/L, PFOS: 40ng/L, PFBS: 500ng/L, & PFHXS: 20ng/L Run 1-A has 547.3 cubic feet of resin (Evoqua PRS-2 Plus) + 50 cubic feet of anthracite (in each vessel) Runs 2 - A and 3, 4-B have 547.3 cubic feet of resin (Evoqua PRS-2 Plus) Runs 1, 2 - B and 1,2-C have 546 cubic feet of resin (Purolite Purofine PFA694E) + 50 cubic feet of anthracite (in each vessel) Run 3 & 4 - C has 546 cubic feet of resin (Purolite Purofine PFA694E) * Run is currently in progress Warranty Evoqua Run 1-130,000 BV Purolite Run 1-130,000 BV Purolite Run 2 - 100,000 BV 250,000 200,000 150,000 Data through: 6/30/2024 100,000 50,000 N-Wells: Bed Volumes and Acre-Feet Treated 5000 4500 4000 3500

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qua Run 1-130,000 BV Purolite Run 1-130,000 BV Purolite Run 2 - 100,000 BV 250,000 200,000 150,000 Data through: 6/30/2024 100,000 50,000 N-Wells: Bed Volumes and Acre-Feet Treated 5000 4500 4000 3500 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 500 o D A-1 B-1 C-1 B-2 Evoqua Purolite Purolite Purolite C-2 C-3 B-3 A-2* C-4* B-4= Purolite Purolite Evoqua Evoqua Purolite Evoqua Resin Run Red Volumes Volume Treated facre-Feet!

137 Total Average Valley Center PFAS Treatment Facility Resin Usage Summary Based on Time to Breakthrough Resin Run # Fill Date Initial Resin Detection Changeout Date Date Days Running Volume Treated (Million Gallons) Volume Treated (Acre-Feet) Bed Volumes Replacement Treated $/BV $/AF Costs 1 Evoqua 2* 8/23/2022 4/12/2023 1/25/2024 520 651 1993 205,252 Evoqua 1/25/2024 4/10/2024 157 222 676 69,882 $216,499 $3.10 $320 Fill Date - The date the vessel is placed into the lead postion * Run is currently in progress 677 338.5 873 436 2,669 1,334 275,134 137,567 $216,499 $216,499 $3 $320 Initial Detection Date - Lead Vessel effluent is greater than the MRL of 2 ng/L for PFOA, PFOS, PFBS, & PFHXS Resin Changeout - Lead Vessel effluent has reached either RL for PFOA: 10 ng/L, PFOS: 40ng/L, PFBS: 500 ng/L, & PFHXS: 20ng/L Vessels have 424 cubic feet of resin (Evoqua PRS-2 Plus) Warranty Evoqua Run 1-130,000 BV Data through: 6/30/2024 Bed Volumes Valley Center:Bed Volumes and Acre-Feet Treated 250,000 5000 4500 200,000 4000 3500 150,000 3000 2500 100,000 2000 1500 50,000 1000 500 0 0 1 Evoqua 2* Evoqua Resin Run 138 Acre-Feet Q2 PFAS Treatment Facility Resin Usage Summary Based on Time to Breakthrough Resin Run # Fill Date Initial Detection Date Resin Changeout Date Days Running Volume Treated (Million Gallons) 1 Evoqua 6/14/2023 382 365 Volume Treated (AcreFeet) Bed Volumes

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Time to Breakthrough Resin Run # Fill Date Initial Detection Date Resin Changeout Date Days Running Volume Treated (Million Gallons) 1 Evoqua 6/14/2023 382 365 Volume Treated (AcreFeet) Bed Volumes Treated Replacement Costs $/BV $/AF 1118 106,391 Total Average 382 382 365 365 1,118 1,118 106,391 106,391 $0 #DIV/O!

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Fill Date - The date the vessel is placed into the lead postion Initial Detection Date - Lead Vessel effluent is greater than the MRL of 2 ng/L for PFOA, PFOS, PFBS, & PFHXS Resin Changeout - Lead Vessel effluent has reached either RL for PFOA: 10ng/L, PFOS: 40ng/L, PFBS: 500 ng/L, & PFHXS: 20ng/L Run 1 has 424 cubic feet of resin (Evoqua PRS-2 Plus) Run is currently in progress Warranty Evoqua Run 1-130,000 BV Data through: 6/30/2024 Bed Volumes Q2: Bed Volumes and Acre-Feet Treated 250,000 5000 4500 200,000 4000 3500 150,000 3000 2500 100,000 2000 1500 50,000 1000 500 0 D 1 Evoqua Resin Run 139 Acre-Feet SAFETY/EMERGENCY/RISK MANAGEMENT A safe and healthy work environment is a critical component to the mission and values of SCV Water.

Throughout the reporting month, several routine safety related training, inspections, and various other items were completed. The Environmental Health & Safety Department continues to integrate health and safety programs for SCV Water. Some of the items completed and currently in progress are as follows: Work in Progress Ammonia RMP revalidation documents received from consultants. Staff is reviewing and completing the recommended actions and incorporating them into the current RMPs Preparing for Chlorine RMP 3-year Internal Compliance Audit due December 2024 Revise and update Safety Manual sections Update Agency's Emergency Response Plan (ERP); prepare for 2025 recertification of SCV's

ng for Chlorine RMP 3-year Internal Compliance Audit due December 2024 Revise and update Safety Manual sections Update Agency's Emergency Response Plan (ERP); prepare for 2025 recertification of SCV's Risk and Resilience Assessment and ERP Plan Emergency Tabletop Exercise Program Evaluating upgrades to emergency radio communication system Review ESFP Emergency Operations Plan Updating HAZCOM signage at RMS Facilities, Disinfection Facilities, and Warehouses EH&S Inspections and Compliance Activities Monthly safety inspections of remote locations and facilities were conducted in June 2024 Scheduled hazardous waste removal services at various locations in June 2024 Submitted 5-year updates for Risk Management Plans for ESFP and JGWTP Ammonia systems and deregistered RVIPS ammonia RMP in June 2024 Updated Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan for GT and Pine Street in June 2024 Updated CERS information for RVIPS and GT in June 2024 Drying bed sludge sampling occurred at ESFP in June 2024 New Workplace Violence Prevention Plan was completed and posted in Aquifer Incident Data Trainings The Agency had no recordable or reportable incidents for the month of June 2024.

Safety tailgates took place at GT, Pine, JGWTP and Rockefeller in June 2024 New Hire Safety and Emergency Training took place at various worksites in June 2024 Workplace Violence Prevention Plan training took place at various worksites in June 2024 Trench Shoring classes took place at GT in June 2024 Fall Arrest and Reparatory training class took place at Pine in June 2024 AHA CPR/AED/First Aid Training class took place at Pine in June 2024 Emergency Preparedness Attended CISA surveys along with staff from IT and Facilities in June 2024

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took place at Pine in June 2024 AHA CPR/AED/First Aid Training class took place at Pine in June 2024 Emergency Preparedness Attended CISA surveys along with staff from IT and Facilities in June 2024 EH&S staff attended "Physical and Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure" in June 2024 Stop-the-Bleed Kits installed at Pine, GT, Rockefeller and Summit Circle in June 2024.

Safety Committee The next Safety Committee meeting will be held on August 14, 2024 M65 SCV WATER BOARD MEMORANDUM DATE: July 15, 2024 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Steve Cole др Assistant General Manager SUBJECT: Water Resources and Outreach Section Report ITEM NO.

10.4 WATER RESOURCES Key Accomplishments • Staff submitted the DWR mandated UWMP Annual Water Supply and Demand Assessment on June 18, 2024. The assessment indicates that there is no danger of water shortage through mid2025 should severe drought conditions arise.

• The 2023 SCV Water Annual Report is complete. This report was added to the website on July 11, 2024, and will be distributed to the recipients list by the end of July 2024.

2024 Operation Details • Climate Pattern - The 2024 water year began in an El Nino pattern which has historically brought warmer and wetter conditions to California. The forecasted 2024 NOAA probability updates are shown in the graphic below. The June 2024 update synopsis from NOAA states ENSO-Neutral conditions are present. La Niña is favored to develop during July-September 2024 (65% chance) and persist into the winter 2024-25 (85% chance during November-January).

100 90 80 88 Official NOAA CPC ENSO Probabilities (issued June 2024) based on -0.5°/+0.5°C thresholds in ERSSTV5 Niño-3.4 index La Nina Neutral El Nino Percent Chance (%) 70 760 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 MJJ JJA JAS ASO SON Season OND NDJ DJF JFM

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abilities (issued June 2024) based on -0.5°/+0.5°C thresholds in ERSSTV5 Niño-3.4 index La Nina Neutral El Nino Percent Chance (%) 70 760 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 MJJ JJA JAS ASO SON Season OND NDJ DJF JFM Figure 7. Official ENSO probabilities for the Niño 3.4 sea surface temperature index (5°N-5°S, 120°W-170°W). Figure updated 13 June 2024.

141 • State Water Project (SWP) Allocation - The initial 2024 SWP Table A Allocation began at 10%, released in December 2023 reflecting the dry fall conditions. In February 2024, the allocation increased to 15%, in March 2024 to 30%, and towards the end of April 2024 to 40%. No additional increases to the 2024 SWP allocation are expected.

• Demands - Shifting from extremely wet hydrology locally and statewide in water year 2023, to a slow dry start in water year 2024, demands are anticipated to rebound slightly and are estimated at 57,500 AF. Demand started increasing in May 2024 and totals through June 2024 are approximately 22,511 AF which is 10% lower than originally estimated for this period, a result of above average precipitation during the winter locally and continued conservation.

% 2024 Production by Source 73% 27% • Program Operations – As of June 2024, with the increased allocation, staff estimates around 10,000 AF of surplus imported supplies by end of 2024.

О Banking Operations ■ ■ Up to 3,000 AF will be sent to Semitropic SWRU storage in 2024. 1,191 AF has been delivered through May 2024.

Staff estimates 7,000 AF will be delivered to the Rosedale Program in 2024 with deliveries starting later in the year.

Storage Balances ■ Semitropic SWRU Balance - 36,912 AF Rosedale-Rio Bravo WSD Balance - 78,820 AF • Water Exchanges/Transfers -

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the Rosedale Program in 2024 with deliveries starting later in the year.

Storage Balances ■ Semitropic SWRU Balance - 36,912 AF Rosedale-Rio Bravo WSD Balance - 78,820 AF • Water Exchanges/Transfers Staff has confirmed delivery of the remaining 2,344 AF of return water available through the 2019 AVEK 2:1 exchange with SCV Water. With continued constraints on local groundwater supplies and a lower SWP allocation, this water will help reduce the need for accessing banked supplies in 2024. 1,344 AF will be delivered in July 2024 and the remaining 1,000 AF will be delivered in August 2024.

2 142 о Yuba Accord Water Transfer Agreement ■ ■ Staff are participating in ongoing discussions regarding extension of the agreement beyond its current term which expires in 2025.

2024 preliminary water availability update shows the current allocation estimate for the SCV Water Yuba Accord supply at 823 AF of C1 water. Staff has requested delivery of this water supply, but transfer capacity in the Delta appears to be constrained and delivery is delayed indefinitely.

Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) Implementation • The Department of Water Resources approved the Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) in January 2024. Consistent with other GSP approvals, it identified "recommended corrective actions" be completed by the GSP 5-year update (January 2027). Staff has reviewed the DWR comment letter in detail and are developing a work plan to update the GSP for the SCV-GSA. The process to address the recommended corrective actions will include initial discussions with the Department of Water Resources, followed by necessary technical studies, and public engagement at key times.

Engineering and Water Resources staff, working with the consulting team, have reviewed ten well

artment of Water Resources, followed by necessary technical studies, and public engagement at key times.

Engineering and Water Resources staff, working with the consulting team, have reviewed ten well site locations based on geology and property access. Some of these were ruled out based on field inspection of conditions. The draft well siting study was completed, and to continue to advance the project, Engineering has released an RFP for CEQA services to further evaluate potential monitoring well sites. The $4.9M estimated cost of the monitoring well installation effort is reimbursable under a Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) Implementation Grant.

• SCV Water staff continues to work on the preparation of a well monitoring program for both de minimis and non de minimis wells located within the groundwater basin.

• SCV Water has contracted with MNS Engineers, Inc. to monitor elevations at benchmarks throughout the Santa Clarita Valley to ensure continued compliance with the GSP's subsidence monitoring criteria. MNS has completed their initial survey and staff has received the data and is working with SCV Water's IT department on the proper place to store this data. MNS will be contracted on a yearly basis to conduct bi-yearly surveys in March and September to correspond with the water year.

Significant Upcoming Items Staff is working with WestWater Research on Phase 2 of the SCV Water Surplus Supplies and Banking Partnership Analysis. Phase 1 of the project identified water banking, storage, and exchange options to manage future surplus water supplies. Phase 2 work will include a more detailed evaluation of potential partner opportunities.

• Staff completed the preparation of draft documentation and a draft user-manual to train internal

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er supplies. Phase 2 work will include a more detailed evaluation of potential partner opportunities.

• Staff completed the preparation of draft documentation and a draft user-manual to train internal staff on the use of the GoldSim Water Supply Reliability Model. Internal staff are currently reviewing the documentation and going through a self-paced user-manual to learn how to run the model and view and interpret results. Upon completion of the review, staff will be providing feedback for the improvement of the user-manual.

• Staff, including SCV Water's IT and Operations staff, have been working with consultants to incorporate groundwater elevation data into a new web-based Data Management System (DMS).

Currently, this new DMS is focused on GSP wells, but a scope of work was developed so that the database can be scaled up to include other SCV Water well levels, imported SWP supplies, and water quality data. The work is currently in progress and is expected to be completed in early 3 143 2025. This new DMS is now hosted on SCV Water's servers and will ultimately allow staff to efficiently access data directly, as opposed to sending requests to consultants or other staff members.

• The Sites Reservoir Authority received a response to its water rights application from the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). The Board requested additional information regarding water availability if future Delta Water Quality Control Plans being considered by the SWRCB are enacted. Sites authority has responded and provided additional information as requested. On November 17, 2023, the Sites Project Authority (Sites), as the lead agency under the California Environmental Quality Act, certified the Final Environmental Impact Report (Final EIR) and

requested. On November 17, 2023, the Sites Project Authority (Sites), as the lead agency under the California Environmental Quality Act, certified the Final Environmental Impact Report (Final EIR) and approved the Sites Reservoir Project (Project). With this certification, Sites will be working to move the project forward through the final planning stages and on to construction. A CEQA lawsuit was filed by six environmental organizations. In early June 2024, the Yolo County Superior Court issued a decision ruling that the Sites Reservoir Project's Final Environmental Impact Report (Final EIR) fully complies with CEQA and supported Sites Project Authority action to certify the Final EIR and approve the Project. An appeal to the ruling was subsequently filed and awaits a hearing.

• Staff worked with Woodard and Curran and Trussell Technologies to develop a scope of work seeking consultant assistance to complete a Water Reuse Optimization Study with the goal to maximize the beneficial uses of recycled water and adhere to pending and/or future environmental requirements. The RFP was uploaded to Planet Bids on June 27, 2024 and responses are due July 27, 2024. Staff will review all RFP responses and a consultant will be selected in early August 2024.

• Environmental Science Associates (ESA) submitted a draft report on the development of the California Environmental Flows Framework (CEFF) for the East Basin Santa Clara River, which aims to improve river ecological function. The Habitat Suitability Model (HSM), as part of the CEFF analysis, and preliminary observations on existing conditions have been completed. Staff reviewed the draft report and ESA is currently revising the report to incorporate the feedback.

art of the CEFF analysis, and preliminary observations on existing conditions have been completed. Staff reviewed the draft report and ESA is currently revising the report to incorporate the feedback.

• Staff continues working on a framework to develop ecological and management objectives for the Upper Santa Clara River watershed which will allow the Agency to finalize the CEFF analysis. As part of the work, staff began engaging with California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and has planned a series of meetings to inform CDFW staff on various Agency planning efforts such as the GSP, the CEFF analysis, and the Water Resilience Initiative. As objectives are developed, staff will engage with the Water Resources and Watershed Committee to seek input and direction. ESA presented on flow alteration and controls on streamflow to CDFW and USFW on June 5, 2024.

• Staff worked with Woodard and Curran (W&C) to update the water quality data in the Salt and Nutrient Management Plan spreadsheet model to support the data needs for the 2024 annual GSP report. The water quality trend analysis was completed in March 2024 and showed that the results of the assessment remain similar to previous findings. The W&C team also identified opportunities to update the model calculation itself to better represent water budget parameters in the model. Now that the water quality data has been updated, staff will prepare additional scope by the end of July 2024 to further optimize the model for the 2025 annual GSP report and the 10-year SNMP update in 2026. The additional model optimization work is expected to begin in August 2024.

• Staff has received the signed agreement and deposit for the preparation of a water supply

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the 10-year SNMP update in 2026. The additional model optimization work is expected to begin in August 2024.

• Staff has received the signed agreement and deposit for the preparation of a water supply assessment for the Princessa Crossroads project and is working with the developer to gather information to be able to calculate the water demands for the project and finalize the WSA.

4 144 • Staff is working closely with the Engineering Department to develop a scope of work for planning and design of the Pinetree Groundwater Recharge Facility which will be included in an RFP expected to be released in July 2024.

COMMUNICATIONS, LEGISLATION AND GRANTS Key Accomplishments • • • • Staff assisted Management with the renaming ceremony of the Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant to the E. G. "Jerry" Gladbach Water Treatment Plant on June 27, 2024. Representatives from the City of Santa Clarita, ACWA and other industry and community organizations were in attendance, with a total estimated attendance of 70.

Staff coordinated with Water Resources staff and our graphic design consultant on the design of the 2023 SCV Water Report. The report has been completed and added to our website on July 11, 2024.

Staff attended the City of Santa Clarita's "Concerts in the Park" event ("In The End: A Tribute to Linkin Park) on Saturday, July 13, 2024. Staff set up the Agency's refillable water bottle station for concert attendees and handed out 750 tumblers to the community. In addition, staff distributed promotional items including pens, pencils and erasers. Conservation and Rebate Program information was also available and distributed to interested attendees. Staff will also participate in the upcoming "Concerts in the Park” event on Saturday, July 27, 2024.

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ervation and Rebate Program information was also available and distributed to interested attendees. Staff will also participate in the upcoming "Concerts in the Park” event on Saturday, July 27, 2024.

Staff assisted Customer Care with the development and implementation of a Communications Plan and messaging to customers and staff to notify them of the new Board approved 4/10 schedule that began July 1, 2024. No comments from the public.

Legislative/Government Affairs Upcoming Sponsorships and Event Participation • Alliance for Water Efficiency Symposium – August 6-8, 2024 • SCVEDC 2024 Economic Outlook - September 27, 2024 Community Events • City of Santa Clarita Concerts in the Park – July 27, 2024 • CSUN Nursing Students – August 24, 2024 • Hart of the West Native Pow Wow October 5-6, 2024 • LASD Chili Cookoff - October 12, 2024 • Touch a Truck Event - November 2, 2024 • Light Up Main Street – November 2024 50 145 Outreach - Social/Digital Media & Education Outlet Facebook Instagram Description Notable Activity Audience Across all three platforms in May 2024 1,215 Social Media Twitter/X Website yourSCVwater.com Top visited pages: Total Engagement: 1,815 (all outlets) Total Impressions: 16,080 (all outlets) Website visitors in June 2024 1,870 1,325 ~17,000 1.

Homepage 2.

Drought Ready SCV!

Employment Opportunities Water Currents Customer e-newsletter Open rate for June 2024 - 48% (Average industry open rate: 21.64%) 15,949 Education Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 2024 2023 Education Students Teachers 1,094 908 1,354 476 1,656 2,076 80 88 104 20 115 131 Garden Classes 11 34 7 7,564 7,671 538 638 52 228 (in-person) * Data not yet available July - Scouts Program In-person class Grants • •

476 1,656 2,076 80 88 104 20 115 131 Garden Classes 11 34 7 7,564 7,671 538 638 52 228 (in-person) * Data not yet available July - Scouts Program In-person class Grants • • Staff and DWR have completed negotiation of the funding agreement for the $1 Million AB 102 awarded for the Agency's Arundo Removal and Management Project. DWR has circulated the Grant Agreement for execution.

Through the California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES), SCV Water submitted a Notice of Interest for funding under FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) for Advance Assistance on a Tank Earthquake Retrofit Program. CalOES authorized submission of a sub-application for funding to complete documentation, studies and analyses required for a future application to construct the project. The current application, if not funded, will remain eligible for future funding rounds. The HMGP program funds 75% of eligible activities, with an Agency cost share of 25%.

• In a meeting with BOR, it was determined that the S Wells PFAS Project Grant Scope of Work (FY 2023 WaterSmart Grant) can be restructured to allow an additional $2.1M in FY 2024 Congressionally Directed Spending to be utilized for a portion of the project. Staff will submit the restructured Scope of Work and Budget to BOR for consideration by the end of July 2024.

• On June 26, 2024, SCV Water entered into a Water Recycling Funding Program Construction Grant with the State Water Resources Control Board for the Recycled Water Expansion Project - Phase 2C Reach 1. This Agreement provides grant funding of $3,228,050 for the Project. The grant has two Technical Special Conditions, to wit: 1) Reimbursement of construction costs will not be processed

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se 2C Reach 1. This Agreement provides grant funding of $3,228,050 for the Project. The grant has two Technical Special Conditions, to wit: 1) Reimbursement of construction costs will not be processed until Recipient delivers satisfactory Letters of Commitments to sign a User Contract or a Required Use Ordinance (Recycled Water Mandatory Use Ordinance) has been adopted by the SCV Water Board of Directors; and 2) Recipient must submit a copy of an executed extension of the Recycled 6 146 Water Sales Agreement. (SCV Water plans to negotiate the Recycled Water Sales Agreement renewal in 2025, in advance of its July 2026 expiration.)

• The Proposition 1 Round 1 IRWM Grant originally funded the full Phase 2C project; however, due to a City of Santa Clarita's paving moratorium through September 2026, only a portion of the Project (Reach 1) can be constructed at this time. Staff is negotiating a grant amendment to reduce the scope of work to Reach 1 of the Project.

Significant Ongoing or Upcoming Items • Staff is finalizing vendor research as it pertains to digital accessibility for items posted to the Agency's website. Staff will continue to work with LAFCO for any website requirements and anticipates vendor selection and document remediation implementation in the coming months.

• Staff is assisting various departments with a number of outreach efforts, including: Engineering: Staff is coordinating outreach for the T&U Wells PFAS Treatment Facility at the Rio Vista Intake Pump Station (RVIPS). There are several agencies involved, as well as grant requirements that we must follow. Staff continues to provide communications assistance, as needed.

о о ○ Water Quality: Staff is assisting Water Quality with outreach about the Service Line Inventory.

requirements that we must follow. Staff continues to provide communications assistance, as needed.

о о ○ Water Quality: Staff is assisting Water Quality with outreach about the Service Line Inventory.

The inventory must be completed by October 16, 2024. Then staff will assist with outreach about the Revised Lead and Copper Rule.

Conservation: Staff has developed an outreach and communications plan and has begun to share stories for Conservation in Action. This new and ongoing effort highlights various customers and customer groups for all they do to conserve water. Their stories are shared across various outreach platforms and become a resource for others looking to make changes and save water. The campaign kicked off in January 2024 and is anticipated to run throughout 2024.

Conservation: In coordination with Conservation, Communications staff will work to develop a plan for outreach about the Recycled Water Use Ordinance as the project moves forward. The goal is to educate potential customers about the program, its uses, requirements and benefits.

Conservation: Staff has developed a communications plan for outreach about the nonfunctional turf ban which goes into effect in 2027. The plan will focus on educating customers about the law, how to comply, and the timeline within which they must take action. Staff has drafted a web landing page with information about the new law and is assisting with developing customer letters for outreach. Staff is assisting with the development of a dedicated HOA customer rebate section on the website with a new page dedicated to HOAs and non-functional turf. This new page will include a tool kit with content and graphics developed specifically for HOAs to communicate to their homeowners about NFT.

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with a new page dedicated to HOAs and non-functional turf. This new page will include a tool kit with content and graphics developed specifically for HOAs to communicate to their homeowners about NFT.

Conservation: Staff continues to assist with the outreach needs related to updating the Water Use Efficiency Strategic Plan. A workgroup comprised of Agency staff meets monthly to discuss progress and upcoming action items.

7 147 SUSTAINABILITY AND CONSERVATION Key Accomplishments • In June 2024, conservation staff attended the Next Generation Water Summit at the Roundhouse (Capital Building) in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Staff attended many innovative conservation presentations and had offline discussions with EPA WaterSense staff and Alliance for Water Efficiency staff on ways and means to enhance communications and collaboration with the energy conservation sector.

• In June 2024, staff officially closed the construction project for the Bridgeport Park Sustainable Landscape Demonstration Garden. The project was completed under budget and staff are now working with the City of Santa Clarita to develop a Collaborative Management Team to ensure the successful establishment and maintenance of the garden.

• In June 2024, staff met with representatives from the Westridge Homeowners Association to discuss the Agency's Recycled Water projects and the Purple PREP customer conversion program. New information requests were developed and representatives from the HOA and Agency agreed to continued dialogue.

• Throughout June 2024, staff collected and curated data for use in the Water Use Efficiency Strategic Plan (WUESP) water demand forecast and subsequent conservation measures and strategies.

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dialogue.

• Throughout June 2024, staff collected and curated data for use in the Water Use Efficiency Strategic Plan (WUESP) water demand forecast and subsequent conservation measures and strategies.

• On July 3, 2024, after more than 5 years of planning, analysis, and meetings, the State Water Resources Control Board adopted the regulations, methods, and standards for the Conservation Long-term Framework. SCV Water staff attended the meetings, responded to both SWRCB and DWR proposals, and collaborated with several industry support organizations communicate SCV Water's concerns, values, and needs. With the finalization of the framework, staff will incorporate the recommendations in the WUESP and other conservation operational and administrative practices.

• On July 8, 2024, staff facilitated the quarterly Sustainable Water Action Taskforce (SWAT) meeting.

Representatives from the Agency, the City of Santa Clarita, and Los Angeles County meet to discuss water conservation mandates, regulations, programs, conservation needs, and other salient sustainable water use items.

• In June and July 2024, staff coordinated several electricity Demand Response (DR) calls as part of the Agency's DR program. Currently, SCV Water's participation includes over 20 sites, volunteers 2hour demand reduction activity, and commits ~2 MW in demand reduction.

• In June and July 2024, staff met with several Energy Service companies to discuss the potential for an Investor Grade Audit to provide the Agency with decision-making information on potential energy savings projects. Staff plans to meet with several service providers to determine the best fit for the Agency going forward.

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ojects. Staff plans to meet with several service providers to determine the best fit for the Agency going forward.

8 148 Acre Feet Water Conservation Water Resources Monthly Section Report - June 2024 Water Production vs. Interim Goal (Non-Drought) 15,000 10,000 5,000 Monthly Variance AF: (735) YTD Variance AF: (5,830) Key Data Points Monthly GPCD Diff. in %: (35.8%) 0 Jan Mar Feb May Jul Sep Nov Apr Jun Aug Oct Dec YTD GPCD Diff. in %: (42.9%) 2024 Production -- Baseline -- 2024 Target Conservation Program Participation (Current Month/Fiscal Year) Check-Ups Workshops Rebates Engagement Other Residential 17/142 0/124 43/306 50/924 0/3 Commercial Check-Ups 2/1,322 Retrofits 0/3753 Rebates 6/481 Check-Ups Rebates Landscape 0/29 7/41 Engagement 2/1,261 Engagement Other 3/22 0/0 Significant Upcoming Items Conservation Staff Development - Staff to present at GIS-Based ESRI Conference in San Diego. The presentation will discuss the Water Demand Forecast Model and WaterSAVINGS Target Program managed and developed by the Agency.

⚫ Conservation Program Support - The current contract for program support is set to expire in the fall of 2024.

Staff will evaluate the existing support contract and prepare a new Request for Proposal (RFP) for a September 2024 release..

• Conservation Pop-ups- Conservation and Pop-Up consultant to hold a "Conservation Conversation" at the Bridgeport Park Sustainable Landscape Demonstration Garden on July 20, 2024.

• Large Landscape Program - in August 2024, Staff to present to approximately 150 participants on Nonfunctional Turf and other water conservation program elements to Ross Morgan & Company.

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rvation program elements to Ross Morgan & Company.

9 i 765 149 [This page intentionally left blank.] 150 Engineering and Operations Committee Planning Calendar FY 2024/25 Oct 15 Board Nov 5 Board Item July 3 Comm July 16 Board Monthly Committee Planning Calendar CIP Construction Status Report C Monthly Operations and Production Report C P Third Party Funded Agreements Quarterly Report P Quarterly Safety Program Presentation Aug 1 Commססססס Aug 6 Board Aug 20 Board Sept 3 Board Sept 5 Comm|ססס Sept 17 Board Oct 1 Board P P P Oct 3 Comm|ססס P Annual Safety Program Update P Real Property Activity Report P T 0 0 0 0 P P P P P P P P Tax-Defaulted Properties A Mobile Solution for Distribution Maintenance Informational Presentation Recommend Approval of the Replacement of 5607 Meters as Part of the AMI Meter Replacement Program Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution to Adopt the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH #2024030718) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Authorization of a Purchase Order for Final Design Services for Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant Sewer Line Project Approve Amendments to the Rio Vista Water Treatment Plant Battery Storage Project Contract Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Pursuant to a Categorical Exemption Under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, and a Categorical Exclusion Under NEPA, Awarding a Contract for Ridge Route Water Storage Tank Coating Project to Skyway USA Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution pursuant to a Categorical Exemption Under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, and a Categorical Exclusion Under NEPA, Awarding a Contract for Placerita Canyon Water Storage Tank 1 Coating Project to Simpson Sandblasting & Special Coating, Inc Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Pursuant to a

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usion Under NEPA, Awarding a Contract for Placerita Canyon Water Storage Tank 1 Coating Project to Simpson Sandblasting & Special Coating, Inc Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Pursuant to a Categorical Exemption Under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, and a Categorical Exclusion Under NEPA Awarding a Contract for pump and column replacement for Well 207 Recommend Authorization for the General Manager to Execute Reimbursement Agreement with the City of Santa Clarita for Construction of Waterline in Vista Canyon Bridge Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Awarding Construction Contract and Purchase Orders for Construction Management and Inspection Services and Engineering Services During Construction for Valencia Market Place Pipeline Improvements Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Awarding a Purchase Order for Final Design Services for Sand Canyon Sewerline Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Authorizing SCV Water to Execute a Financing Agreement with the State Water Resources Control Board for Incentive Project 1 for T&U Wells PFAS Treatment and Disinfection Project P-Planned 151 T-Tentative C- Completed ITEM NO.

10.5 May 6 Board May 20 Board June 3 Board May 1 Commססססס P P P P Feb 6 Commססססס Р Feb 18 Board March 4 Board PPP March 6 Comm March 18 Board April 1 Board April 3 Comm April 15 Board P C C C Jan 7 Board Jan 21 Board Feb 4 Board Jan 2 Commססס Nov 19 Board Dec 3 Board Dec 12 Comm Dec 17 Board Nov 7 Commססססס H P P P P P P P P P P T T Page 1 of 3 June 17 Board July 1 Board P Item Sept 3 Board Sept 5 Comm Sept 17 Board Oct 1 Board Oct 3 Comm Oct 15 Board Nov 5 Board Nov 7 Comm Nov 19 Board Dec 3 Board Dec 12 Comm Dec 17 Board Jan 2 Comm Jan 7 Board Jan 21 Board Feb 4 Board Feb 6 Comm Feb 18 Board March 4 Board

Board Oct 1 Board Oct 3 Comm Oct 15 Board Nov 5 Board Nov 7 Comm Nov 19 Board Dec 3 Board Dec 12 Comm Dec 17 Board Jan 2 Comm Jan 7 Board Jan 21 Board Feb 4 Board Feb 6 Comm Feb 18 Board March 4 Board March 6 Comm March 18 Board April 1 Board April 3 Comm April 15 Board May 1 Comm May 6 Board May 20 Board June 3 Board June 5 Comm June 17 Board July 1 Board Engineering and Operations Committee Planning Calendar FY 2024/25 Aug 20 Board Aug 6 Board July 16 Board Aug 1 Comm July 3 Comm P Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Awarding a Contract for the Guida Well Rehabilitation Project Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Authorizing a Purchase Order to (TBD) for Final Design Services for the Newhall Railroad Crossing and Extension Project, and Finding the Project Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution to Adopt Addendum 2 to Mission Village EIR (SCH #XXXXX) and Approval of a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Backcountry Pump Station and Reservoir Projects SCV Water Master Plan Informational Presentation Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Authorizing the General Manager Execute a Construction Contract and Purchase Orders for Construction Management Inspection and Engineering Services During Construction for the McBean Parkway Pipeline Installation Project Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Awarding Construction Contract for Pipeline to Los Angeles Residential Community Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Authorizing a Purchase Order to (TBD) for Final Design Services for the Nimbus Deane 2 Tank Project at Skyline Ranch, and Approval of the Addendum to the EIR for the Skyline Ranch

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dopting a Resolution Authorizing a Purchase Order to (TBD) for Final Design Services for the Nimbus Deane 2 Tank Project at Skyline Ranch, and Approval of the Addendum to the EIR for the Skyline Ranch Development pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections (TBD) Recommend Approval to Upgrade System Piping on Weyerhaeuser Way ס P P P P P P P Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Awarding a Contract for the Briardale Water Storage Tank Coating Project Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution to Adopt the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH #XXXXX), Approval of a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Authorization of a Purchase Order for Final Design Services for the E Wells Groundwater Treatment Improvements Project Recommend Approval of a Contract Awarding AMI Meter Installations Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Awarding Construction Contract for Saugus Wells 3 & 4 (Replacement Wells) Well Equipment and Site Improvements Project.

Recommend Approval of Adopting a Resolution Authorizing the General Manager Execute a Construction Contract and Purchase Orders for Construction Management Inspection and Engineering Services During Construction for the Recycled Water Pump Station (PS-1) Electrical MCC Upgrades Project Review and Consider the Proposed FY 2025/26 and FY 2026/27 Capital Improvement Projects P-Planned T-Tentative 152 52 C- Completed P P P P P P P P ס P P Page 2 of 3 P P P P P P P C- Completed T-Tentative P-Planned Page 3 of 3 Item System and Disinfection System Construction Contract for the S Wells PFAS Treatment Recommend Approval of a Resolution Awarding a July 3 Comm July 16 Board Aug 1 Comm Aug 6 Board Aug 20 Board Sept 3 Board Sept 5 Comm Engineering and Operations Committee FY 2024/25 Planning Calendar 21 Sept 17 Board Oct 1 Board

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olution Awarding a July 3 Comm July 16 Board Aug 1 Comm Aug 6 Board Aug 20 Board Sept 3 Board Sept 5 Comm Engineering and Operations Committee FY 2024/25 Planning Calendar 21 Sept 17 Board Oct 1 Board Oct 3 Comm Oct 15 Board Nov 5 Board Nov 7 Comm Nov 19 Board Dec 3 Board Dec 12 Comm Dec 17 Board Jan 2 Comm Jan 7 Board Jan 21 Board Feb 4 Board Feb 6 Comm Feb 18 Board March 4 Board March 6 Comm March 18 Board April 1 Board P April 3 Comm P April 15 Board May 1 Comm May 6 Board May 20 Board June 3 Board June 5 Comm June 17 Board July 1 Board [This page intentionally left blank.] 154 Item 1 Recommend Approval of Resolutions Setting Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Tax Rate for FY July 2 Board 0 2024/25 and Requesting Levy of Tax by Los Angeles County and Ventura County (consent) Recommend Receiving and Filing of April 2024 2 C Monthly Financial Report (consent) Recommend Approval of a Resolution Revising the 3 Water Standy Charges for Tesoro Del Valle Development for FY 2024/25 (annually) 4 150 6 7 Recommend Approval of a Resolution Authorizing FY 2024/25 Water Supply Contract Payments (consent) Recommend Approval of Various Employee Manual Policy Changes Recommend Approval of a Revised Position Control Discuss Cost of Service and Rate Design, Phases Overview 8 Technology Update Finance and Administration Committee Planning Calendar FY 2024/25 0 0000000 P P P 9 Fleet and Warehouse Update 10 Recommend Receiving and Filing of May 2024 |Monthly Financial Report (consent) P 155 C = Completed Item P = Planned Item Dec 17 Board Jan 21 Board Jan 27 RESKED Comm Feb 18 Board Feb 24 RESKED Comm (Q2) Mar 17 Comm Mar 18 Board April 1 Board Page 1 of 5 7/25/2024 Item 11 Investment Advisor Financial Market Update Presentation Review Options for Whitaker Bermite Settlement 12

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d Feb 24 RESKED Comm (Q2) Mar 17 Comm Mar 18 Board April 1 Board Page 1 of 5 7/25/2024 Item 11 Investment Advisor Financial Market Update Presentation Review Options for Whitaker Bermite Settlement 12 Discuss Cost of Service and Rate Design, 13 Phase 1 and 2 of 7 - Data Collection & Revenue Requirements Recommend Receiving and Filing of June 2024 14 Monthly and FY 2023/24 Fourth Quarter Financial Recommend Approval of a Resolution Adopting a 15 Revised Investment Policy - (Annually adopted via reso) (consent) Review of Employee Manual Policy 9.9: Pay Plan, 16 Cost of Living Adjustments and General Wage 17 18 Increases (may go away) Discuss Cost of Service and Rate Design, Phase 3 of 7 - Cost of Service Study Recommend Approval of Contract with Company X for Agency Classification and Compensation Study 19 WIFIA Legal Documents - Placeholder (Also JPA) 20 Technology Update (Q) 21 Fleet and Warehouse Update (Q) 23 Recommend Receiving and Filing of July 2024 Monthly Financial Report (consent) C = Completed Item P = Planned Item July 2 Board July 15 Comm Finance and Administration Committee Planning Calendar FY 2024/25 ☐ L P P P P P P P P P P P P Page 2 of 5 Oct 21 Comm (cancel?)

Nov 18 Comm (Q1) Dec 9 RESKED Comm Dec 17 Board Jan 21 Board Jan 27 RESKED Comm Feb 18 Board Feb 24 RESKED Comm (Q2) Mar 17 Comm Mar 18 Board April 1 Board Apr 21 Comm May 6 Board May 19 Comm (Q3) June 3 Board June 16 Comm 7/25/2024 Item Security Operations Specialist Update (Q) Closed Session Recommend Receiving and Filing of SCV Water 24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) ended June 30, 2024 (possibly) Discuss Cost of Service and Rate Design, Phase 4 of 7 - Rate Design Analysis Recommend Receiving and Filing of August 2024 Monthly Financial Report (consent)

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port (ACFR) ended June 30, 2024 (possibly) Discuss Cost of Service and Rate Design, Phase 4 of 7 - Rate Design Analysis Recommend Receiving and Filing of August 2024 Monthly Financial Report (consent) Recommend Receiving and Filing of September 27 2024 Monthly and FY 2024/25 First Quarter Financial Report (not consent) Recommend Receiving and Filing of SCV Water 28 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) ended June 30, 2024 (if not Nov) Water Connection Fees Compliance Presentation by LSL (per Amy) Recommend Approval of Prop 218 Notice Phase 5 of 7 - Administrative Record 31 Technology Update (Q) 32 Fleet and Warehouse Update (Q) Recommend Receiving and Filing of October 2024 Monthly Financial Report (consent) 34 Security Specialist Update (Q) - Closed Session C = Completed Item P = Planned Item July 2 Board July 15 Comm Finance and Administration Committee Planning Calendar FY 2024/25 July 16 Board Aug 6 Board Aug 19 Comm (Q4) Sept 3 Board Sept 16 Comm Oct 1 Board Oct 21 Comm (cancel?)

Nov 18 Comm (Q1) Dec 9 RESKED Comm Dec 17 Board Jan 21 Board Jan 27 RESKED Comm Feb 18 Board Feb 24 RESKED Comm (Q2) Mar 17 Comm Mar 18 Board April 1 Board Apr 21 Comm May 6 Board May 19 Comm (Q3) Page 3 of 5 P P ☐ L P P P P P 7/25/2024 June Board June 16 Comm Item 35 Review Budget Calendar Online Customer Engagement Portal - Smart Meter Consumption Inquiry Demo Recommend Receiving and Filing of November 2024 Monthly Financial Report (consent) Review COLA Data and Recommend Approval of 38 a Proposed Employee Salary Adjustment (COLA) for FY 2025/26 Recommend Receiving and Filing of December 39 2024 and FY 2024/25 Second Quarter Financial Report and Mid-Year Budget Review Recommend Approval of a Revised Classification

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stment (COLA) for FY 2025/26 Recommend Receiving and Filing of December 39 2024 and FY 2024/25 Second Quarter Financial Report and Mid-Year Budget Review Recommend Approval of a Revised Classification Plan, Position Control and Job Descriptions Recommend Approval of a Resolution Revising 41 Retail Water Rates, Phase 6 of 7 - Communication and Approva / Public Hearing - Board 158 42 Technology Update (Q) 43 Fleet and Warehouse Update (Q) Recommend Receiving and Filing of January 2025 Monthly Financial Report (consent) 45 Security Specialist Update (Q) - Closed Session C = Completed Item P = Planned Item July 2 Board July 15 Comm Finance and Administration Committee Planning Calendar FY 2024/25 July 16 Board Aug 6 Board Aug 19 Comm (Q4) Sept 3 Board Sept 16 Comm Oct 1 Board Oct 21 Comm (cancel?)

Nov 18 Comm (Q1) Dec 9 RESKED Comm Dec 17 Board Jan 21 Board Jan 27 RESKED Comm Feb 18 Board Feb 24 RESKED Comm (Q2) Mar 17 Comm Mar 18 Board April 1 Board Apr 21 Comm May 6 Board May 19 Comm (Q3) Page 4 of 5 P P VLL CCC P P P P P P P P P 7/25/2024 June Board June 16 Comm Item Recommend Approval of a Resolution Approving the Budget for FY 2025/26 and FY 2026/27 (pub) Recommend Approval of a Resolution Adopting 47 the Appropriation of All As-Yet Unappropriated Funds for FY 2024/25 (consent) 19 159 Approve a Resolution Adopting the Appropriation Limit for FY 2025/26 (consent) Review Annual List of Professional Services Contracts (consent) Recommend Receiving and Filing of February 2025 Monthly Financial Report (consent) Recommend Receiving and Filing of March 2025 and FY 2024/25 Third Quarter Financial Report Recommend Approval of Resolutions Setting Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Tax Rate for

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ial Report (consent) Recommend Receiving and Filing of March 2025 and FY 2024/25 Third Quarter Financial Report Recommend Approval of Resolutions Setting Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency Tax Rate for FY 2025/26 and Requesting Levy of Tax by Los Angeles County and Ventura County (consent) 53 Technology Update (Q) 54 Fleet and Warehouse Update (Q) Recommend Receiving and Filing of April 2025 Monthly Financial Report (consent) C = Completed Item P = Planned Item July 2 Board July 15 Comm Finance and Administration Committee Planning Calendar FY 2024/25 July 16 Board Aug 6 Board Aug 19 Comm (Q4) Sept 3 Board Sept 16 Comm Oct 1 Board Oct 21 Comm (cancel?)

Nov 18 Comm (Q1) Dec 9 RESKED Comm Dec 17 Board Jan 21 Board Jan 27 RESKED Comm Feb 18 Board Feb 24 RESKED Comm (Q2) Mar 17 Comm Mar 18 Board April 1 Board Apr 21 Comm May 6 Board 7 May 19 Comm (Q3) June 3 Board June 16 Comm P P P P P P Page 5 of 5 7/25/2024 [This page intentionally left blank.] 160 SCV WATER PUBLIC OUTREACH AND LEGISLATION COMMITTEE AGENDA PLANNING CALENDAR 2024-2025 August 15, 2024 Committee Meeting 1. Legislative Consultant Reports 2. Communications Manager's Report 3. Committee Requests for Future Agenda Items September 19, 2024 Committee Meeting (last days for Senate/Assembly to pass bills) 1. Legislative Consultant Reports 2. Communications Manager's Report 3. Committee Requests for Future Agenda Items October 17, 2024 Committee Meeting 1. Legislative Consultant Reports 2. Communications Manager's Report 3. Committee Requests for Future Agenda Items November 21, 2024 Committee Meeting 1. Review of the 2025 Legislative Platform 2. Legislative Consultant Reports 3. Communications Manager's Report 4. Committee Requests for Future Agenda Items December 3, 2024 Board Meeting

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tee Meeting 1. Review of the 2025 Legislative Platform 2. Legislative Consultant Reports 3. Communications Manager's Report 4. Committee Requests for Future Agenda Items December 3, 2024 Board Meeting 1. Approve Adoption of the 2025 Legislative Platform December 19, 2024 Committee Meeting 1. Legislative Consultant Reports 2. Communications Manager's Report 3. Committee Requests for Future Agenda Items January 16, 2025 Committee Meeting 1. Legislative Consultant Reports 2. Communications Manager's Report 3. Committee Requests for Future Agenda Items February 20, 2025 Committee Meeting (last days for bills to be introduced) 1. Legislative Consultant Reports 2. Communications Manager's Report 3. Committee Requests for Future Agenda Items 161 [This page intentionally left blank.] 162 SCV WATER RESOURCES AND WATERSHED COMMITTEE AGENDA PLANNING CALENDAR 2024-2025 WATER August 14, 2024 Committee Meeting 1. Recommend Approval of Princessa Crossing Water Supply Assessment 2. Recommend Authorizing the General Manager to Enter into a Contract for a Water Reuse Optimization Study 3. Recommend Authorizing the General Manager to Amend the Contract with ESA for Continued California Environmental Flows Framework (CEFF) Analysis, Support, and Coordination on Technical and Regulatory Matters for the Resiliency Water Master Plan 4. Water Resources Director's Report – Staff Activities 5. Sustainability Manager's Report: • Status of Water Conservation Program • Staff Activities September 3, 2024 Board Meeting 1. Consideration of Adopting an Ordinance of the Board of Directors of Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency to Provide for the Mandatory Use of Recycled Water Within the Agency's Service Area.

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e Board of Directors of Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency to Provide for the Mandatory Use of Recycled Water Within the Agency's Service Area.

2. Approval of Princessa Crossing Water Supply Assessment 3. Approve Authorizing the General Manager to Enter into a Contract for a Water Reuse Optimization Study 4. Approve Authorizing the General Manager to Amend the Contract with ESA for Continued California Environmental Flows Framework (CEFF) Analysis, Support, and Coordination on Technical and Regulatory Matters for the Resiliency Water Master Plan 5. Approve Authorizing the General Manager to Execute an Agreement for the Purpose of Funding the Next Phase of the Delta Conveyance Project Planning Cost September 11, 2024 Committee Meeting 1. Recommend Authorizing the General Manager to Enter into a Contract for Groundwater Recharge Phase 2 Analysis 2. Water Resources Director's Report: Status of Water Resiliency Initiative Staff Activities 3. Sustainability Manager's Report: Status of Solar Array Performance Evaluation • Staff Activities October 1, 2024 Board Meeting 1. Approve Authorizing the General Manager to Enter into a Contract for Groundwater Recharge Phase 2 Analysis October 9, 2024 Committee Meeting 1. Water Resources Director's Report - Staff Activities 2. Sustainability Manager's Report - Staff Activities November 13, 2024 Committee Meeting 1. Water Resources Director's Report - Staff Activities 2. Sustainability Manager's Report - Staff Activities 163 December 11, 2024 Committee Meeting 1. Water Resources Director's Report - Staff Activities 2. Sustainability Manager's Report - Staff Activities January 8, 2025 Committee Meeting 1. Water Resources Director's Report - Staff Activities 2. Sustainability Manager's Report - Staff Activities

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es 2. Sustainability Manager's Report - Staff Activities January 8, 2025 Committee Meeting 1. Water Resources Director's Report - Staff Activities 2. Sustainability Manager's Report - Staff Activities February 12, 2025 Committee Meeting 1. Water Resources Director's Report - Staff Activities 2. Sustainability Manager's Report - Staff Activities 164 Director AB 1234 Report August 6, 2024 ITEM NO.

12.1 Director name: Gary Martin Meetings attended: 1) 7/22/24 One on One meeting with General Manager Matt Stone via Teams 2) 7/24/24 Attended Southern California Water Dialogue via Zoom Date of meetings: July 22 & 24, 2024 as noted Location: Remote via Teams and Zoom as noted SCV Water Board Meeting to be presented at: Aogust 6, 2024 July 22 I attended a one-on-one meeting with General Manager Stone via Teams. We discussed issues of mutual interest. The meeting was productive and informative, and I appreciate General Manager Stone taking time to meet with me.

July 24 I attended the Southern California Water Dialogue via Zoom. The subject was "Straight out of Sacramento – Update on the Climate Resilience Bond and 2024 Budget." Conner Everts and Dee Zinke provided the welcome and the introductions. The presenters were as follows: • Tina Andolina, Chief of Staff and Legislative Director for CA State Senator Ben Allen.

• Joe Caves, Principal / Founder of the Conservation Strategy Group.

• Cindy Tuck, Deputy Executive Director, ACWA • Erin Wooley, Acting Director, Sierra Club, California Points of interest were as follows: Tina Andolina presentation: • .

Provided the background, history and evolution of the bond, from 2019 to present.

The many various priorities of the bond.

The many changed conditions since the bond was originally introduced – 2019 to 2023.

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d the background, history and evolution of the bond, from 2019 to present.

The many various priorities of the bond.

The many changed conditions since the bond was originally introduced – 2019 to 2023.

Initially the bond was $15 billion, looking at $100 billion in needs.

Ultimately cut down to $10 billion.

• The water chapter includes $3.8 billion.

• Kept core priorities in place.

• Now Proposition 4.

Joe Caves Presentation: • Proposition 4, Climate Resilience Bond.

Described key elements of the bond.

• Stated that clean air is really clean energy.

Summarized key water investments: Safe drinking water; drought, flood and water resilience - $3.8 billion.

• Wildfire and forest resilience - $1.5 billion.

• Coastal resilience – $1.2 billion.

• Extreme heat mitigation - $450 million.

• Protecting bio diversity - $1.2 billion.

Sustainable / resilient farms, ranches, working lands - $300 million.

• Parks - $700 million.

• Clean air - $850 million.

165 Cindy Tuck Presentation: • Described water related bills in Sacramento, including AB460 (penalties available to the State Water Board) and SB1255, which is for low-income ratepayer assistance.

• Stated that the Water Resilience Bond, which came out on June 29th, will help keep water affordable.

• ACWA has taken a neutral position of the bond.

. Stated that water managers are very focused on climate change.

Erin Wooley Presentation on current legislation under consideration: Provided an introduction of the Sierra Club, including its mission.

• • Water conservation legislation.

• Modernizing water rights.

• Groundwater management and recharge.

Cleaning up water pollution.

• Increasing wildlife protection.

• 2024 state budget outcomes.

I found the presentations interesting and informative, and I appreciate being able to attend.

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