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UTILITIES OPERATIONS

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of Utilities Operations is to provide a reliable system for the delivery and removal of water
while maintaining a professional level of customer service.

Department at a Glance

Utilities Operations includes the Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection departments. The Water
Distribution budget decreased 16.64% due to significantly less capital equipment budgeted this year as
compared to FY 2019-2020. The Wastewater Collection budget increased 4.66% due to personnel
movement and merit adjustments.

Key Goals and Objectives

Goal 1
Identify and make corrections to areas with inflow and infiltration in the sanitary sewer system.

Objectives:
• Utilize SCADA for wastewater lift stations to identify sub-basins with high inflow.
• Work with Trinity River Authority to evaluate wet weather conditions in the collection system.
• Continue to inspect and monitor sewer interceptors and manholes inside flood plains.

Goal 2
Maintain a proactive maintenance program which decreases service interruptions in the system.

Objectives:
• Categorize daily work orders by the level of urgency and prioritize activities accordingly.
• Locate and exercise valves to reduce customer interruptions.
• Work with the Fire Department to coordinate an update for the inspection and maintenance of all
hydrants.

Goal 3
Maintain compliance with local and state regulations.

Objectives:
• Inspect all new irrigation systems and help customers make adjustments to existing system that
will conserve water and save money.
• Inspect all commercial grease traps to prevent sewer back-ups and reduce wastewater surcharges.
• Track all commercial and health hazard backflow prevention devices to ensure annual testing and
repair if needed.

Performance Objectives
• Reduce wet weather peaking factor to three or less.
• Exercise 1,000 valves annually.
• 100% compliance with local and state regulations.

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