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WATER TREATMENT SERVICES

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of the Water Treatment Department is to provide citizens with a superior drinking water
source which meets or exceeds all state and federal requirements regarding quality, monitoring and
reporting practices. This is accomplished by the most cost-effective means possible.

Department at a Glance

Water Treatment Services includes the Water Treatment, Water Quality and Water Demand departments.
The Water Treatment Department budget increased 4% in FY 2018-2019 due to increased costs in water
treatment chemicals and supplies, as well as merit adjustments. Water Quality increased 14% as a result
of merit and market adjustments and the addition of capital equipment. The Water Demand department
decreased 4% for FY 2018-2019 in both personnel and operational costs.

Key Goals and Objectives

Goal 1:
Maintain the “Superior” Drinking Water System classification issued by the TCEQ.

Objectives:
• Modify existing treatment methods and system operations as state/ federal regulations are revised.
• Evaluate and modify monitoring and reporting practices to meet new regulations.
• Provide continuing education and training to operators and staff so that updated information on
new rules, methods and requirements are employed to maintain system integrity and compliance.

Goal 2:
Increase plant productivity and communication.

Objectives:
• Utilize Asset Essentials software to keep a cohesive communication line between operators and
maintenance staff.
• Utilize Asset Essentials software to prioritize plant maintenance.
• Keep quality records of maintenance and equipment performance.

Goal 3:
Coordinate treatment plant operations with large-scale on-site projects.

Objectives:
• Attend all construction meetings.
• Coordinate four critical plant shutdowns to prevent system impact.
• Keep staff apprised of the changing construction site to prevent accidents.

Performance Objectives
• Maintain the Superior Water System classification.
• Decrease equipment downtime.
• Maintain 100% of systems pressure throughout the project.

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