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OTAY WATER DISTRICT
AND
OTAY WATER DISTRICT FINANCING AUTHORITY
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
2554 SWEETWATER SPRINGS BOULEVARD
SPRING VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY
July 2, 2025
3:30 P.M.
AGENDA
1. ROLL CALL
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF MAY 7, 2025
5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION – OPPORTUNITY FOR MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC TO
SPEAK TO THE BOARD ON ANY SUBJECT MATTER WITHIN THE BOARD’S JURIS-
DICTION INCLUDING AN ITEM ON TODAY’S AGENDA
The District’s meeting is live streamed. Information on how to watch and listen to the Dis-
trict’s meeting can be found at this link: https://otaywater.gov/board-of-directors/agenda-
and-minutes/board-agenda/
CONSENT ITEMS
6. ITEMS TO BE ACTED UPON WITHOUT DISCUSSION, UNLESS A REQUEST IS
MADE BY A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OR THE PUBLIC TO DISCUSS A PARTICU-
LAR ITEM:
a) ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 600 TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED CHANGES TO
SECTION 23 OF THE DISTRICT’S CODE OF ORDINANCES, NON-RESPONSIBIL-
ITY OF DISTRICT (JON CHAMBERS)
b) ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 599 AMENDING SECTION 25 AND SECTION 53 OF THE
DISTRICT’S CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ADD VARIANCE ALLOWANCES FOR
WATER AND SEWER FEES AND CHARGES, AND TO INCORPORATE OTHER
MISCELLANEOUS UPDATES (ANDREA CAREY)
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c) AWARD A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT TO E SOURCE COMPA-
NIES LLC, AND AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH E SOURCE COMPANIES LLC FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT
SERVICES FOR THE METER CHANGEOUT PROJECT FOR FISCAL YEARS 2026
THROUGH 2031, IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $808,575 (ANDREA CAREY)
d) REDUCE CIP P2718 FROM $1,675,000 TO $945,120 AND AWARD A CONTRACT
TO SPRYPOINT SERVICES, INC. TO REPLACE THE DISTRICT’S UTILITY BILL-
ING AND CUSTOMER INFORMATION SYSTEM IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED
$2,674,288 (MIKE KERR)
e) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 4459 APPROVING THE 2025 UPDATE OF THE OTAY
WATER DISTRICT’S SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PLAN AS REQUIRED BY
THE STATEWIDE WASTE DISCHARGE REQUIREMENTS GENERAL ORDER FOR
SANITARY SEWER SYSTEMS WQ 2022-0103-DWQ (JULIANA LUENGAS)
f) ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 598 AMENDING SUBDIVISION “E” OF SECTION 2.01 OF
THE DISTRICT’S CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ESTABLISH A GENERAL MAN-
AGER’S SIGNATORY AUTHORITY OF $100,000 FOR NON-PUBLIC WORKS CON-
TRACTS, AND TO AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO AWARD PUBLIC
WORKS CONTRACTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE THRESHOLDS AND PROCE-
DURES ESTABLISHED UNDER THE CALIFORNIA UNIFORM PUBLIC CON-
STRUCTION COST ACCOUNTING ACT (CUPCCAA), AS AMENDED FROM TIME
TO TIME (KENT PAYNE)
ACTION ITEM
7. BOARD
a) DISCUSS THE 2025 BOARD MEETING CALENDAR (TITA RAMOS-KROGMAN)
REPORTS
8. GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT
9. SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY UPDATE
10. DIRECTORS' REPORTS/REQUESTS
11. PRESIDENT’S REPORT/REQUESTS
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
12. CLOSED SESSION
a) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION [GOVERNMENT CODE
§54957.6]
TITLE: GENERAL MANAGER
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RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
13. REPORT ON ANY ACTIONS TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION. THE BOARD MAY ALSO
TAKE ACTION ON ANY ITEMS POSTED IN CLOSED SESSION.
OTAY WATER DISTRICT FINANCING AUTHORITY
14. NO MATTERS TO DISCUSS
15. ADJOURNMENT
All items appearing on this agenda, whether or not expressly listed for action, may be deliber-
ated and may be subject to action by the Board.
The Agenda, and any attachments containing written information, are available at the District’s
website at www.otaywater.gov. Written changes to any items to be considered at the open
meeting, or to any attachments, will be posted on the District’s website. Copies of the Agenda
and all attachments are also available by contacting the District Secretary at (619) 670-2253.
If you have any disability which would require accommodation in order to enable you to partici-
pate in this meeting, please call the District Secretary at (619) 670-2253 at least 24 hours prior
to the meeting.
Certification of Posting
I certify that on June 27, 2025, I posted a copy of the foregoing agenda near the regular
meeting place of the Board of Directors of Otay Water District, said time being at least 72 hours
in advance of the regular meeting of the Board of Directors (Government Code Section
§54954.2).
Executed at Spring Valley, California on June 27, 2025.
/s/ Tita Ramos-Krogman, District Secretary
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MINUTES OF THE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGS OF THE OTAY WATER DISTRICT AND OTAY WATER DISTRICT FINANCING AUTHORITY May 7, 2025
1.The meeting was called to order by President Lopez at 3:33 p.m.
2.ROLL CALL
Directors Present: Gonzalez, Lopez, Rivera, and Robak
Directors Absent: Croucher
Staff Present: General Manager Jose Martinez, General Counsel Dan Shinoff,
Chief of Engineering Michael Long, Chief Financial Officer
Joe Beachem, Chief of Administration Adolfo Segura, Acting Chief of Operations Jake Vaklavek, Asst. Chief of Finance Kevin Koeppen, and District Secretary Tita Ramos-Krogman.
3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Director Gonzalez, seconded by President Lopez, and carried
with the following vote:
Ayes: Directors Gonzalez, Lopez, Rivera, and Robak Noes: None Abstain: None
Absent: Croucher
to approve the agenda.
5.APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 2, 2025
A motion was made by Director Robak, seconded by Director Rivera, and carried withthe following vote:
Ayes: Directors Gonzalez, Lopez, Rivera, and Robak
Noes: None
Abstain: None Absent: Croucher
to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of April 2, 2025.
AGENDA ITEM 4
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6. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION – OPPORTUNITY FOR MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC TO
SPEAK TO THE BOARD ON ANY SUBJECT MATTER WITHIN THE BOARD'S
JURISDICTION BUT NOT AN ITEM ON TODAY'S AGENDA There were no public comments to be heard.
7. BOARD SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION TRAINING
a) DISCLOSURE RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER FEDERAL SECURITIES LAW Mr. Reed Glyer from Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth LLP, provided a PowerPoint
presentation to the board and responded to their questions and comments.
CONSENT ITEM 8. ITEMS TO BE ACTED UPON WITHOUT DISCUSSION, UNLESS A REQUEST IS
MADE BY A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OR THE PUBLIC TO DISCUSS A
PARTICULAR ITEM: A motion was made by Director Robak, seconded by Director Rivera and carried with the following vote:
Ayes: Directors Gonzalez, Lopez, Rivera and Robak Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Croucher
to approve the following consent calendar item: a) AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH U.S. BANK FOR BANKING SERVICES, INCLUDING FIXED FEE SCHEDULE,
FOR A PERIOD OF UP TO FIVE YEARS
ACTION ITEMS
9. BOARD a) RECEIVE THE DISTRICT’S INVESTMENT POLICY, POLICY NO. 27 OF THE DISTRICT’S CODE OF ORDINANCES, FOR REVIEW AND RE-DELEGATE AUTHORITY FOR ALL INVESTEMENT RELATED ACTIVITIES TO THE CHIEF
FINANCIAL OFFICER, IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 53607 Finance Manager of Treasury & Accounting Jon Ravaglioli provided a PowerPoint Presentation to the board and responded to their comments and questions.
A motion was made by Director Robak, seconded by Director Rivera and carried with the following vote:
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Ayes: Directors Gonzalez, Lopez, Rivera and Robak
Noes: None
Abstain: None Absent: Croucher to approve staff’s recommendation.
b) APPROVAL OF FUNDING AND TERM FOR CONTINUED PARTICIPATION IN THE WATER CONSERVATION GARDEN AUTHORITY (WCGA) BEGINNING JULY 1, 2025
Communications Officer Tenille Otero provided the staff report to board members
and indicated two (2) options for the district with regards to funding the WCGA: 1) Rescind the district’s withdrawal letter and continue funding the operations of the Garden; 2) Do not rescind the district’s withdrawal letter as it already indicates the district’s intentions to not continue funding the operation of the Garden.
Ms. Lauren Magnuson, the Garden’s Executive Director, provided an update and responded to questions and comments from the board. Director Delfina Gonzalez indicated her support for Option 1 and suggested that
the district help with advertising the Garden through the district’s newsletters, websites, and social media to let the community know that it’s there and to help support it. President Jose Lopez indicated his support for Option 1 and stated that the
Garden’s success comes from the dedication of its volunteers. Director Francisco Rivera indicated his support for Option 1 and made a comment about the possibility of Cuyamaca College taking the responsibility of paying for insurance and utilities for the Garden.
A motion was made by Director Rivera, seconded by Director Gonzalez and carried with the following vote: Ayes: Directors Gonzalez, Lopez, Rivera and Robak
Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Croucher to rescind the district’s withdrawal letter and continue funding the operations of the
Water Conservation Garden. c) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 4454, A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE OTAY WATER DISTRICT, PLACING IN NOMINATION JOSE MARTINEZ AS A MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA
WATER AGENCIES REGION 10 BOARD MEMBER
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President Lopez provided a background of the purpose to adopt Resolution No. 4454.
This would allow the district to submit a nomination to the Association of California
Water Agencies (ACWA) for Jose Martinez to continue representing Region 10 as a board member. A motion was made by Director Robak, seconded by Director Rivera and carried with
the following vote:
Ayes: Directors Gonzalez, Lopez, Rivera and Robak Noes: None Abstain: None
Absent: Croucher
to approve staff’s recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 4454. d) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 4453 AMENDING SECTION 25 OF THE DISTRICT’S
CODE OF ORDINANCES TO INCORPORATE “ESTABLISHING A PROCEDURE
FOR RATEPAYER OBJECTIONS TO PROPOSED WATER AND SEWER FEES AND CHARGES” Assistant Chief Financial Officer Kevin Koeppen provided the staff report to the
board. He introduced Ms. Claire Collins, Partner at Hanson Bridgett LLP, who assisted in drafting and passing AB 2257 that will protect agencies against unanticipated legal challenges to its fee structure and ensure a well-documented administrative record for any legal objections to the fee structure. She discussed the procedures for the Proposition 218 notices and responded to comments and
questions from the board. Director Gonzalez provided suggestions that would help customers better understand the Proposition 218 notices. Mr. Koeppen and Ms. Collins indicated that staff are working on a comprehensive one-page Proposition 218 Summary that
provides details of the intent of increasing rates. It will be mailed to customers with the Proposition 218 notices. In addition, the notices and summary will provide contact information for individuals who would like to obtain details and information in Spanish.
Mr. Koeppen and Ms. Collins responded to additional comments and questions from the board. A motion was made by Director Robak, seconded by Director Gonzalez and carried with the following vote:
Ayes: Directors Gonzalez, Lopez, Rivera and Robak Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Croucher
to approve staff’s recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 4453.
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e) DISCUSS THE 2025 BOARD MEETING CALENDAR
There were no changes to the board calendar. REPORTS
10. GENERAL MANAGER REPORT
Chief of Administrative Services Adolfo Segura provided information on the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. He also highlighted that Senior Utility Worker Brandon Perry presented to the Cuyamaca College AWWA
Student Chapter information on the Repair and Maintenance of a water distribution
system. 11. SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY UPDATE
Director Robak provided an update on CWA matters.
12. DIRECTORS' REPORTS/REQUESTS Directors Gonzalez, Rivera, and Robak shared and/or submitted written reports of
meetings they attended. See attached reports.
13. PRESIDENT’S REPORT President Lopez provided an update on Mexico’s Desalination Project.
A written report of meetings he attended was submitted to District Secretary Ramos-Krogman. See the attached report. 14. CLOSED SESSION
The board recessed to closed session at 5:28 p.m. to discuss the following matters: a) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION [GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.9]
MARK COZIAHR, ET AL. vs. OTAY WATER DISTRICT, CASE NO. 37-2015-000-CU-MC-CTL b) ANTICIPATED LITIGATION GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.9 (E) (3)
CLAIMANT: Sue Jin Lee c) ANTICIPATED LITIGATION GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.9 (E) (3)
CLAIMANT: Robinhood Court
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RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
15. REPORT ON ANY ACTIONS TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION. THE BOARD MAY ALSO TAKE ACTION ON ANY ITEMS POSTED IN CLOSED SESSION. The board reconvened from closed session at 6:51 p.m. and General Counsel Dan
Shinoff reported that the board took the following actions on Agenda Items 13b and 13c: 13b) ANTICIPATED LITIGATION GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.9 (E) (3) CLAIMANT: Sue Jin Lee
A motion was made by Director Robak, seconded by President Lopez and carried with the following vote: Ayes: Directors Gonzalez, Lopez, Rivera and Robak
Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Croucher to reject Sue Jin Lee’s claim.
13c) ANTICIPATED LITIGATION GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.9 (E) (3) CLAIMANT: Robinhood Court General Counsel indicated that this claim was related to a claim that had to be filed
within six (6) months. A motion was made by Director Rivera, seconded by Director Gonzalez and carried with the following vote:
Ayes: Directors Gonzalez, Lopez, Rivera and Robak Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Croucher
to reject all claims within the six-month statutory period, and then the Homeowners Association will be notified that anything beyond six (6) months will be returned without action and will then have the right to file a petition for late claim relief. No other reportable actions were taken in closed session.
OTAY WATER DISTRICT FINANCING AUTHORITY
16. NO MATTERS TO DISCUSS There were no items scheduled for discussion for the Otay Water District Financing Authority board.
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17. ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before the Board, President Lopez adjourned the meeting at 6:52 p.m.
President ATTEST:
District Secretary
Mark Robak
From:4/1/2025 4/30/2025
ITEM DATE MEETING PURPOSE / ISSUES
MILEAGE HOME
TO OWD OWD TO
HOME
MILEAGE
OTHER
LOCATIONS
1 4/2/2025 Otay Water District Board Meeting
2 4/3/2025 San Diego Chamber of
Commerce Sustainability and Industry Committee
3 4/4/2025 East County Chamber of
Commerce First Friday Breakfast - NO CHARGE
4 4/8/2025 Olivenhain Municipal Water
District VIP Facilities Tour
5 4/11/2025 Chula Vista Chamber of
Commerce First (second) Friday Breakfast - NO CHARGE
6 4/15/2025 East County Chamber of
Commerce Government Affairs Committee
7 4/16/2025 East County Economic
Development Council Monthly meeting - NO CHARGE
8 4/16/2025 East County Chamber of
Commerce
Membership Committee Meeting - NO
CHARGE
9 4/16/2025 Otay Water District Special Board Meeting
10 4/18/2025 San Diego LAFCO Special Districts Advisory Board
11 4/22/2025 SDCWA Matters Meeting Discuss upcoming SDCWA Board Meeting
12 4/23/2025 East/South County Caucus
Meeting Discuss upcoming SDCWA Board Meeting
13 4/23/2025 Otay Water District Spring Employee Appreciation Luncheon - NO
CHARGE
14 4/24/2025 East County Chamber of
Commerce Monthly Board Meeting
15 4/24/2025 San Diego Chamber of
Commerce Business After Four Mixer - NO CHARGE
16 4/25/2025 South County Albondigas Update from South County Mayors - NO
CHARGE
17 4/29/2025 South County Economic
Development Council'Yearly Economic Summit
OTAY WATER DISTRICT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PER-DIEM AND MILEAGE CLAIM FORM
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STAFF REPORT
TYPE MEETING: Regular Board MEETING DATE: July 2, 2025
SUBMITTED BY: Jon Chambers, Meter Services Supervisor
PROJECT: DIV. NO. All
APPROVED BY: Andrea Carey, Customer Service Manager
Joseph R. Beachem, Chief Financial Officer
Jose Martinez, General Manager
SUBJECT: Adopt Ordinance No. 600 to Approve the Proposed Changes to Section 23 of the District’s Code of Ordinances, Non-
Responsibility of District
GENERAL MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
That the Board adopt Ordinance No. 600 to approve the proposed changes to Section 23 of the District’s Code of Ordinances, Non-Responsibility of District.
COMMITTEE ACTION:
See Attachment A.
PURPOSE:
To present proposed revisions to Section 23 of the District’s Code of Ordinances, Non-Responsibility of the District, for the Board’s consideration, and to request that the Board approve
these changes by adopting Ordinance No. 600.
BACKGROUND:
To protect the public water supply, the State of California has
established regulations to prevent backflow incidents into public water systems. Previously, the California Department of
Public Health’s Administrative Code, Title 17, provided a framework for agencies to establish cross-connection control and backflow protection regulations.
AGENDA ITEM 6a
In 2017, Assembly Bill 1671 was signed into law, mandating the
State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) to adopt statewide standards for backflow protection and cross-connection control. On December 19, 2023, the SWRCB adopted the Cross-Connection
Control Policy Handbook (CCCPH). The CCCPH went into effect on July 1, 2024, and, as a result, the Title 17 cross-connection
control standards were repealed on October 1, 2024. The CCCPH establishes statewide standards for backflow
prevention and cross-connection control. It mandates all public water systems to submit a Cross-Connection Control Plan by July
1, 2025. This plan must outline each agency’s comprehensive cross-connection prevention program.
To remain compliant with the new regulations, the District must update Section 23 of its Code of Ordinances to align with the
CCCPH requirements. Additionally, minor revisions are being proposed to reflect current products, practices, and building code requirements. ANALYSIS:
Section 23, Non-Responsibility of District, details the District’s cross-connection program and associated enforcement measures. Staff recommends multiple updates to various definitions and terminology throughout this section to align
with the CCCPH, ensuring consistency and clarity. For example, definitions for backflow and cross-connection have been revised to match those used in the CCCPH and the District’s Cross-Connection Control Plan.
Section 23 describes when backflow prevention assemblies are required for sites deemed to contain a hazard. To better align
these requirements with the CCCPH, staff is recommending changes to Section 23.04.B to address high-hazard sites, including those with wells or auxiliary water systems. Section 23.04.H is also
updated to clarify requirements for sites with auxiliary water sources and to provide guidance on when a backflow prevention
assembly is no longer required at sites containing wells. Furthermore, staff is recommending updating requirements in Section 23.04.I to allow for the use of site user supervisors at
complex and multi-piping system sites identified by the District. The site user supervisor would be responsible for
notifying the District of any backflow events within 24 hours of the event occurrence. Currently, only sites where recycled water is used require site user supervisors; this change would be an
expansion of that program.
The CCCPH requires every public water system to perform hazard
assessments for each parcel where potable water service is provided. The District’s plan includes a 10-year schedule for the initial assessments of high-hazard sites (e.g., commercial,
industrial, and large multi-family properties) and a 40-year timeline to complete assessments for all remaining properties.
In Section 23.04.J, these assessments are currently referred to as water system surveys. Staff recommends replacing the term survey with hazard assessment. Additionally, in response to the
expanded requirements for hazard assessments, staff recommends adding additional language clarifying when hazard assessments
are required and to stipulate that properties denying District access will be required to install a backflow prevention device.
The CCCPH also establishes stricter enforcement timelines for non-complaint or failed testing sites. Accordingly, staff
proposes revisions to Section 23.04.L to update the notification and service interruption timelines. Initial notices will be sent further in advance to provide customers more time to schedule testing and complete any necessary repairs. This section was further expanded to add the use of hand-delivered notices as a
final measure to achieve site compliance before a service interruption occurs. The revisions further clarify the District’s ability to shut off services to the site to expedite device testing while preventing safety hazards (e.g., shutting off domestic water in lieu of a fire system service that is out
of compliance). Finally, this update adds clarification on the ability to interrupt service for tampering, modifying, or bypassing a backflow prevention assembly in accordance with the CCCPH requirements.
The CCCPH added new requirements that all organizations certifying backflow testers and specialists be accredited
through the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) in accordance with ISO/IEC 17024 and approved by the SWRCB by July 1, 2027. After July 1, 2027, testers and specialists not
certified through an accredited and approved certifying body will no longer meet the certification requirements for testing
within the State. Staff recommends updates to Section 23.04.O.B to reflect these new certification standards.
In addition to the CCCPH-related changes, staff proposes the following updates that are unrelated to the CCCPH:
• Lead-Free Device Requirements: Pursuant to Assembly Bill 1953, which requires the use of lead-free devices for drinking water system components, staff recommends updates
to Sections 23.04.E and 23.04.H. These updates would require the replacement of lead containing devices at the
time of relocation or repair where lead-free repair parts
are no longer available.
• Tester List and Portal Enhancements: Section 23.04.O is revised to reflect updates to the District’s process for
addition or inclusion on the approved tester list. Testers are no longer required to renew eligibility annually, as the new online tester portal tracks testing credentials and gauge calibrations. The District has also implemented the use of a Testers Code of Conduct which must be signed by
each tester prior to being added to the approved testers list. The Testers Code of Conduct outlines District
expectations, installation requirements, regulatory and reporting requirements, and acts that would cause a tester to be removed from the approved testers list.
FISCAL IMPACT: Joe Beachem, Chief Financial Officer
This action is to approve the updates to the District’s Code of Ordinances and has no fiscal impact as it simply updates the
code. However, it should be noted that to comply with the new regulatory requirements outlined in the Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook, staff are currently recruiting two (2) full-
time employees to support both compliance efforts and program expansion. These positions have been accounted for in the FY
2026 budget. STRATEGIC GOAL:
These updates support the District’s Strategic Plan Objective,
Potable Water Compliance Rate, which aims to ensure that 100% of all health-related drinking water standards are met quarterly
and annually. LEGAL IMPACT: None.
Attachments:
Attachment A – Committee Action Attachment B – Ordinance No. 600
Exhibit 1 – Section 23 Strike-through Exhibit 2 – Section 23 Proposed
ATTACHMENT A
SUBJECT/PROJECT:
Adopt Ordinance No. 600 to Approve the Proposed Changes to
Section 23 of the District’s Code of Ordinances, Non-Responsibility of District
COMMITTEE ACTION:
The Finance, Administration, and Communications Committee (Committee) reviewed this item at a meeting held on June 18, 2025, and the
following comments were made:
• Staff provided the staff report and details of the procedures for the District’s cross-connection program and associated enforcement measures.
• The Committee inquired whether there would be any changes on
staff’s workload due to the changes to Section 23 of the District’s Code of Ordinances. Staff stated that the major change to amending Section 23 will provide staff with the legal
authority to enforce the new regulations, which will aid staff in the enforcement of the District’s Cross-Connection Control Plan.
Following the discussion, the Committee supported staff’s recommendation and presentation to the full board as a consent item.
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ORDINANCE NO. 600
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
THE OTAY WATER DISTRICT
AMENDING SECTION 23
OF THE DISTRICT’S CODE OF ORDINANCES
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Directors of the Otay Water
District that Section 23, Non-Responsibility of District, of the
District’s Code of Ordinances shall be amended as set forth in
Exhibit 1 to this ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the amended Section 23,
as presented in Exhibit 2, shall become effective immediately.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Directors of
the Otay Water District at a regular meeting duly held this 2nd
day of July 2025, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
________________________________
President
ATTEST:
__________________________
District Secretary
Attachment B
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SECTION 23 NON-RESPONSIBILITY OF DISTRICT
23.01 INTERRUPTIONS OF WATER SERVICE
District does not guarantee continuous delivery of water
on demand. From time to time, it may be necessary for the
District to shut off the flow of water in any of its water
systems. Except in emergencies, such stoppages will not be made without prior notice to the customers involved. The District shall not assume any responsibility for loss or damages which may occur due to interruption of water service.
23.02 PRIVATELY-OWNED WATER LINES
The District assumes no responsibility for the delivery
of water through privately-owned pipelines or systems, nor
shall it assume any responsibility for damages resulting from
the operation of any such system even though water may be received from a district water distribution system.
23.03 WATER PRESSURE REGULATION
A.Customer Responsibility. The District shall
assume no responsibility for water pressure
regulation within a customer's service area. The
customer shall be responsible for providing adequate
safeguard measures for the customer's water system
wherever pressure regulation is necessary.
B.Requirements for Installation in New Construction.Customers making application for water service fornew construction for residential, commercial orindustrial use shall be required to install an
appropriate pressure regulation device for such
service.
23.04 CROSS-CONNECTIONS AND BACKFLOW DEVICES
State Regulations for Cross-Connections
The California State Water Resources Control Board has issued regulations related to cross-connections, outlined in the Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook (CCCPH), for the
purpose of safeguarding drinking water supplies by preventing
backflow into public water systems.
It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation at
any time to make or maintain, or cause to be made or main-
tained, temporarily or permanently, for any period of time
whatsoever, any cross-connection between plumbing pipes or
water fixtures being served with water by the District water
department and any other source of water supply; or to main-
tain any sanitary fixtures or other appurtenances or fixtures
Exhibit 1
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lines from the District's mains entering such
premises, buildings, or structures shall be
protected by an approved backflow prevention
device. The type of device to be installed will
be in accordance with the requirements of this
Ordinance and all devices will be appropriate for
the highest level of hazard found on the
premises.
C. Where Protection is Required
1. Each service connection from the District water
system for supplying water to premises having an
auxiliary water supply shall be protected against
backflow of water from the premises into the
public water system.
2. Each service connection from the District water
system for supplying water to any premises on
which any substance is handled in such fashion as
may allow its entry into the water system shall
be protected against backflow of the water from
the premises into the public system. This
includes commercial accounts, fire service
accounts, irrigation accounts, multi-family
dwellings, multi-story buildings, complex piping,
and locations where the handling of process
waters and waters originating from the District
water system may be subjected to deterioration in
sanitary quality.
D. Type of Protection Required
1. The type of protection that shall be provided to
prevent backflow into the approved water supply
shall be commensurate to the degree of hazard
that exists on the consumer's premises. The type
of protective device that may be required (listed
in increasing levels of protection) includes:
double check valve backflow prevention
assemblies, reduced pressure principle backflow
prevention assemblies (RP), and an air-gap
separation (AG). The water user may choose a
higher level of protection than that required by
the District. The minimum types of backflow
protection required to protect the approved water
supply at the user's water connection to premises
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provided from any point between the
service connection and the air-gap separa-
tion. The water inlet piping shall
terminate a distance of at least two (2)
pipe diameters of the supply inlet, but in
no case less than one inch above the
overflow rim of the receiving tank.
b. Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow
Prevention Device (RP) - The approved
reduced pressure principle backflow
prevention device shall be installed on
the user's side of the service connection
at a distance consistent with the
District's Standard Drawings and
Specifications. The device shall be
installed a minimum of twelve inches (12")
but not more than twenty-four inches (24")
above grade, measured from the bottom of
the relief valve and with a minimum of
twelve inches (12") side clearance, and
twenty-four inches (24”) of clearance on
the side of the assembly containing the
test cocks. The device shall be installed
so that it is readily accessible for
maintenance and testing. Water supplied
from any point between the service
connection and the RP device shall be
protected in a manner approved by the
District. Additionally, materials and
installation shall at all times conform to
water agency standards which can be found
at www.sdwas.org.
G. Backflow Prevention Device Testing and Maintenance
1. The owners of any premises on which, or on
account of which, backflow prevention devices
are installed shall have the devices tested by a
person who has demonstrated their competency in
testing of these devices to the District and has
been approved by the District. Backflow
prevention devices must be tested at least
annually and immediately after installation,
relocation, or repair. The District may require
a more frequent testing schedule if it is
determined to be necessary. No device shall be
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service upon presentation of sufficient
evidence to the District to verify that a
hazard no longer exists or is not likely
to be created in the future. Sites with
wells are required to keep a backflow
prevention assembly in place until which
time a well deconstruction permit is
completed with the County Department of
Environment Health and Quality and a well
deconstruction inspection report can be
provided.
b. Relocation: A device may be relocated
following confirmation by the District
that the device is lead free and that the
relocation will continue to provide the
required protection and satisfy
installation requirements. Any lead
containing devices will require a complete
replacement in lieu of relocation. A
retest of the backflow prevention assembly
will be required following the relocation
of the device.
c. Repair: A device may be removed for
repair, provided the water use is either
discontinued until repair is completed and
the device is returned to service, or the
service connection is equipped with other
backflow protection approved by the
District. A retest will be required
following the repair of the device.
d. Replacement: A device may be removed and
replaced provided the water use is
discontinued until the replacement device
is installed and tested. All replacement
devices must be approved by the District
and must be commensurate with the degree
of hazard involved.
I. User Supervisor
1. At each premises where it is necessary, in the
opinion of the District, a user supervisor shall
be designated by and at the expense of the water
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device must be installed before service will be
activated. An initial hazard assessment of each
premises must be completed before service is
provided to the site.
2. The District may require an on premise
inspection hazard assessment to evaluate cross-
connection hazards. The District will transmit
a written notice requesting an inspection
appointment to each affected water user. Any
customer who cannot or will not allow an on
premise inspection of their piping system shall
be required to install a reduced pressure
principle the backflow prevention device
assembly in accordance with the CCCPH Appendix
DDistrict considers necessary.
3. The District may, at its discretion, require a
periodic re-assessmentinspection for cross-
connection hazards of any premises to which it
serves water. Re-assessments will occur
whenever there is a usage type change at a
site, when an ownership change occurs(excluding
single family residential sites), when the
District believes that activities on the site
present a higher level of hazard than when
previously assessed, if backflow from a user’s
premises occurs, and periodically on the
timelines identified in the District’s cross
connection control plan. The District will
transmit a written notice requesting an
inspection appointment to each affected water
user. Any customer who cannot or will not
allow an on- premise inspection of their piping
system shall be required to install a reduced
pressure principle the backflow prevention
deviceassembly in accordance with the theCCCPH
Appendlix D. District considers necessary.
K. Customer Notification - Device Installation and/or
Repair (Corrective Action)
1. The District will notify the water user of the
survey findings, listing corrective action to
be taken if required. A period of 30 days will
be given to complete all corrective action
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required including installation of backflow
prevention devices.
2. A second notice will be sent to each water user
who does not take the required corrective
action prescribed in the first notice within
the 30- day period allowed. The second notice
will give the water user a 14- day period to
take the required corrective action and will
generate the assessment of a fee in accordance
with Appendix A of this Oordinance. If no
action is taken within the 14- day period, the
District may terminate water service to the
affected water user until the required
corrective actions are taken.
3. A third and final notice will be sent to each
water user who fails to take the requisite
corrective action detailed in the second notice
within the 14- day period allowed. The third
notice will indicate the date of service
termination and will generate the assessment of
a fee in accordance with Appendix A of this
Oordinance.
4. Only passing test results from a certified and
District-approved tester/installer received
electronically through the District’s backflow
compliance tester’s SwiftComply tester’s portal
within the allotted time period will constitute
compliance with the above requirements.
L. Customer Notification - Testing
1. The District will notify each affected water
user when it is time for the backflow preven-
tion deviceassembly installed on their service
connections to be tested. This written notice
shall give the water user 650 days to have the
device tested and will supply the water user
with the necessary testing information to be
used when submitting testing results to the
District.
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2. A second notice shall be sent to each water
user who does not have their backflow preven-
tion device tested by the response due date
prescribed in the first noticeas prescribed in
the first notice within the 60 day period
allowed. The second notice will give the water
user an additional 14 days to have their
backflow prevention device tested. and will
generate the assessment of a fee in accordance
with Appendix A of this Ordinance. If no
action is taken within the 14-day period, the
District may terminate water service to the
affected water user until the subject device is
tested.
3. A third and final notice will be sent to each
water user who fails to have their backflow
prevention device(s) tested as required in the
second notice within the 14-day period allowed.
The third notice will indicate the date of
service termination, (10 days after the receipt
of the notice), and will generate the
assessment of a fee in accordance with Appendix
A of this oOrdinance.
4. Α hand delivered notice may be provided to the
property, where possible, to each water user
who fails to have their backflow prevention
device(s) tested as required in the third
notice within the 10-working day period
allowed. The hand delivered notice will
indicate the date of service termination,
typically with 48-hours, and will generate the
assessment of a fee in accordance with Appendix
Α of this Ordinance. The District would make
the final determination if a hand delivered
notice will be provided as a final measure to
achieve backflow testing compliance prior to
service interruption.
45. Submittal of passing test results by a District
approved tester, through the District’s
backflow compliance tester’s portal, within the
allotted time period will constitute compliance
with the above requirements.
M. Water Service Termination
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A. General
When the District encounters water uses that rep-
resent a clear and immediate hazard to the potable
water supply that cannot be immediately abated, the
District shall institute the procedure for
discontinuing the District water service. A
reconnection fee will be assessed in accordance with
Appendix A of this Ordinance. Where a disconnection
of District water service is required, the District
will make the final determination of which, if not
all, services entering a site will be subjected to
disconnection.
B. Basis for Termination
Conditions or water uses that create a basis for
water service termination shall include, but are not
limited to the following items:
1. Refusal to install a required backflow pre-
vention device;
2. Refusal to test a backflow prevention device;
3. Refusal to repair a faulty backflow prevention
device;
4. Refusal to replace a faulty backflow prevention
device;
5. Observed bypassing or alteration of a backflow
prevention device;
65. Direct or indirect connection between the
public water system and a sewer line, including
treated sewage;
76. Unprotected direct or indirect connection
between the public water system and a system or
equipment containing pollutants or
contaminants;
87. Unprotected direct or indirect connection
between the public water system and an auxil-
iary water system; and/or
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98. Any situation which presents an immediate
health hazard to the public water system.
Additional remedies for failure to comply with cross-
connection requirements are referenced in Section 72 of the
Code of Ordinances and may be prosecuted as set forth in
Section 73.01 of this Code.
N. Water Service Termination Procedures
The District has absolute discretion to determine
the corrective action required and referenced in
Sections 72 and 73 of this Code.
1. For conditions 1, 2, 3, or 4, the District will
terminate service to a customer's premise after
two (2) written notices have been sent
specifying the corrective action needed and the
time period in which it must be done. If no
action is taken within the allowed time period
water service may be terminated.
2. For conditions 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 89, the
District will take the following steps:
a. Make reasonable effort to advise the water
user of intent to terminate water service;
b. Terminate water supply and lock service
valve. The water service will remain
inactive until corrections of violations
hasve been approved by the District.
O. Requirements for addition to or renewal on the Otay
Water District list of approved backflow prevention
device testers
A. Each applicant (tester) desiring initial
addition to or annual renewal on the District’s
List of Approved Backflow Prevention Device
Testers shall submit a fee in accordance with
Appendix A of this Ordinance. Fees must be made
in an acceptable form of payment to the
District. Along with the fee, a current
mailing address, email address, and phone
number, and signed copy of the backflow
prevention assembly tester’s code of conduct
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must be furnished. Those applicants not
meeting all qualifications specified herein
will have current fees returned.
B. Applicants shall hold a valid and current
certification from the American Water Works
Association (AWWA) California Nevada Section,
the American Backflow Prevention Association
(ABPA), or the American Society of Sanitary
Engineering (ASSE). After July, 1 2027,
acceptable organizations must be accredited by
the , American National Standards Institute
(ANSI) in accordance with ISO/IEC 17024 and be
recognized by the State Water Resources Control
Board as a certifying organization. Testing
shall be performed using the most current test
procedures from the University of Southern
California foundation for Cross-Connection
Control and Hydraulic Reasearch Test
Procedures. (current edition) or from a certi-
fication program recognized by the San Diego
County Health Department. Evidence of said
certification shall be furnished to the
District at the time of application, at the
time of renewal, and at any time the District
requests verification. Certification alone
does not constitute District approval.
C. Each applicant shall furnish evidence to show
the availability of the necessary tools and
equipment to properly test and/or repair such
devices. Test kits shall be recalibrated
annually and evidence of this shall also be
electronically submitted and maintained by the
tester in the District’s backflow compliance
program provided with both the initial
application and subsequent renewals.
D. The tester applicants must agree to comply with
the Otay Water District’s backflow prevention
assembly tester’s code of conduct. Each new
applicant must provide a signed a copy of the
tester’s code of conduct prior to being added
to the District's List of Approved Backflow
Prevention Device Testers. Testers currently
listed must sign a new tester’s code of conduct
on a four-year interval, as substantive changes
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occur, and/or as determined by the District.
Testers who fail to provide a signed tester’s
code of conduct form will be removed from the
list and will have to apply as a new tester
during the next open enrollment period. shall
be solely responsible for the competency and
accuracy of all tests and reports prepared and
submitted to the District.
E. The tester shall be solely responsible for the
competency and accuracy of all tests and
reports prepared and submitted to the District.
The District reserves the right at any time to
require testers to perform repeat testing in
the presence of a District staff member should
the submitted results not appear to be accurate
or if the device shows signs of requiring
repairs at the time that passing results are
received.
F. Any tester found to be falsifying testing
results or modifying backflow prevention
assemblies in a manner other than how approval
was received from either the University of
Southern California Foundation for Cross-
Connection Control and Hydraulic Research or
ASSE International, will be removed from the
District's List of Approved Backflow Prevention
Device Testers for a minimum of three years and
will be reported to the tester’s certifying
organization.
G. The list of approved testers will be furnished
upon request to any District customer requiring
such service. The list of approved testers
will be updated on a bi-annual basis.
H. The testers listed will remain listed for as
long as their credentials, gauge calibrations,
and testers code of conduct all remain current
in the District’s backflow compliance program.
Testers are required to update their
credentials and gauge calibrations through the
backflow compliance program’s electronic
testers portal. Testers that do not update
their credentials will not be able to submit
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C. A reconnection fee per service is required for
service to be resumed as outlined in Appendix
A.
D. Applicants for addition to the list of approved
backflow prevention device testers in the Otay
Water District will submit an initial filing
fee and an annual renewal fee, as outlined in
Appendix A.
23.05 WATER SERVICE FOR STEAM BOILERS
Customers using District water to supply steam boilers
are required to provide adequate storage of water for boiler
use for a minimum period of 12 hours.
23.06 ELECTRICAL GROUND CONNECTIONS The connection of electrical ground wire to water pipes is prohibited. The District shall assume no responsibility for any loss or damage resulting from such a connection.
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SECTION 23 NON-RESPONSIBILITY OF DISTRICT
23.01 INTERRUPTIONS OF WATER SERVICE
District does not guarantee continuous delivery of water
on demand. From time to time, it may be necessary for the
District to shut off the flow of water in any of its water
systems. Except in emergencies, such stoppages will not be
made without prior notice to the customers involved. The
District shall not assume any responsibility for loss or
damages which may occur due to interruption of water service.
23.02 PRIVATELY-OWNED WATER LINES
The District assumes no responsibility for the delivery
of water through privately-owned pipelines or systems, nor
shall it assume any responsibility for damages resulting from
the operation of any such system even though water may be
received from a district water distribution system.
23.03 WATER PRESSURE REGULATION
A.Customer Responsibility. The District shall
assume no responsibility for water pressure
regulation within a customer's service area. The
customer shall be responsible for providing adequate
safeguard measures for the customer's water system
wherever pressure regulation is necessary.
B.Requirements for Installation in New Construction.
Customers making application for water service for
new construction for residential, commercial or
industrial use shall be required to install an
appropriate pressure regulation device for such
service.
23.04 CROSS-CONNECTIONS AND BACKFLOW DEVICES
State Regulations for Cross-Connections
The California State Water Resources Control Board has
issued regulations related to cross-connections, outlined in
the Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook (CCCPH), for the
purpose of safeguarding drinking water supplies by preventing
backflow into public water systems.
It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation at
any time to make or maintain, or cause to be made or main-
tained, temporarily or permanently, for any period of time
whatsoever, any cross-connection between plumbing pipes or
water fixtures being served with water by the District water
department and any other source of water supply; or to main-
tain any sanitary fixtures or other appurtenances or fixtures
Exhibit 2
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which, by reason of their construction, may cause or allow
backflow of water or other substances into the water supply
system of the District and/or the service of water pipes or
fixtures of any consumer of the District.
A. Definitions: For a complete listing, see the
California State Water Resources Control Board’s
Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook.
1. Air-Gap Separation or “AG”: The term "air-gap
separation" means a physical vertical separation of
at least two (2) times the effective pipe diameter
between the free-flowing discharge end of a potable
water supply pipeline and the flood level of an open
or non-pressurized receiving vessel, and in no case
less than one (1) inch.
2. Approved Backflow Prevention Device: The term
"approved backflow prevention device" shall mean
devices which have passed laboratory and field
evaluation tests performed by a recognized testing
organization which has demonstrated their competency
to perform such test to the State Water Resources
Control Board and the Otay Water District.
3. AWWA Standard: The term "AWWA Standard" means an
official standard developed and approved by the
American Water Works Association (AWWA).
4. Backflow: The term "backflow" means an undesired or
unintended reversal of flow of water and/or other
liquids, gases, or other substances into a public
water system’s distribution system or approved water
supply.
5. Backflow Prevention Assembly or “BPA”: The term
“backflow prevention assembly” means a mechanical
assembly designed and constructed to prevent
backflow, such that while in-line it can be
maintained and its ability to prevent backflow, as
designed, can be field tested, inspected and
evaluated.
6. Cross-Connection: The term "cross-connection" means
any actual or potential connection or structural
arrangement between a public water system, including
a piping system connected to the public water system
and located on the premises of a water user or
available to the water user, and any source or
distribution system containing liquid, gas, or other
substances not from an approved water supply.
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7. Cross-Connection Control Specialist: A “cross-
connection control specialist” means a person who is
certified as a cross-connection control specialist.
8. Double Check Valve Backflow Prevention Assembly or
“DC”: The term "double check valve backflow
prevention assembly" means an assembly consisting of
two independently-acting internally-loaded check
valves, with tightly closing shut-off valves located
at each end of the assembly (upstream and downstream
of the two check valves) and fitted with test cocks
that enable accurate field testing of the assembly.
9. Hazard Assessment: The term “hazard assessment”
means an evaluation of a user premises designed to
evaluate the types and degrees of hazard at a user’s
premises.
10. Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Prevention
Assembly or “RP”: The term "reduced pressure
principle backflow prevention assembly" means an
assembly with two independently acting internally-
loaded check valves, with a hydraulically operating
mechanically independent differential-pressure
relief valve located between the check valves and
below the upstream check valve. The assembly shall
have shut-off valves located upstream and downstream
of the two check valves, and test cocks to enable
accurate field testing of the assembly.
11. Reduced Pressure Principle Detector Backflow
Prevention Assembly or “RPDA”: The term “reduced
pressure principle detector backflow prevention
assembly” means a reduced pressure principle
backflow prevention assembly that includes a bypass
with a water meter and reduced pressure principle
backflow prevention assembly, with the bypass’ water
meter accurately registering flow rates up to two
gallons per minute and visually showing a
registration for all rates of flow.
12. User’s Service Connection: The term "user’s service
connection" means either the point where a water
user’s piping is connected to a water system or the
point in a water system where the approved water
supply can be protected from backflow using an air-
gap or backflow prevention assembly.
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13. User Supervisor: The term “user supervisor” means a
person designated by a water user to oversee a water
use site and responsible for the avoidance of cross-
connections.
B. General Provisions
1. Unprotected cross-connections with the public
water supply are prohibited.
2. Whenever backflow protection has been found
necessary, the District will require the water
user to install an approved backflow prevention
device, by and at his/her expense, for continued
services or before a new service will be granted.
3. Wherever backflow protection has been found
necessary on a water supply line entering a water
user's premises, then all water supply lines from
the District's mains entering such premises,
buildings, or structures shall be protected by an
approved backflow prevention device. The type of
device to be installed will be in accordance with
the requirements of this Ordinance and all
devices will be appropriate for the highest level
of hazard found on the premises.
C. Where Protection is Required
1. Each service connection from the District water
system for supplying water to premises having an
auxiliary water supply shall be protected against
backflow of water from the premises into the
public water system.
2. Each service connection from the District water
system for supplying water to any premises on
which any substance is handled in such fashion as
may allow its entry into the water system shall
be protected against backflow of the water from
the premises into the public system. This
includes commercial accounts, fire service
accounts, irrigation accounts, multi-family
dwellings, multi-story buildings, complex piping,
and locations where the handling of process
waters and waters originating from the District
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water system may be subjected to deterioration in
sanitary quality.
D. Type of Protection Required
1. The type of protection that shall be provided to
prevent backflow into the approved water supply
shall be commensurate to the degree of hazard
that exists on the consumer's premises. The type
of protective device that may be required (listed
in increasing levels of protection) includes:
double check valve backflow prevention
assemblies, reduced pressure principle backflow
prevention assemblies (RP), and an air-gap
separation (AG). The water user may choose a
higher level of protection than that required by
the District. The minimum types of backflow
protection required to protect the approved water
supply at the user's water connection to premises
with varying degrees of hazard are given in
Appendix D of the Cross-Connection Control Policy
Handbook. Situations which are not covered in
Appendix D shall be evaluated on a case-by-case
basis, and the appropriate backflow protection
shall be determined by the District.
E. Approved Backflow Prevention Devices
1. Only lead-free backflow prevention assemblies
which have been approved by the District shall be
acceptable for installation by a water user
connected to the District's potable water system.
2. Where repairs on existing lead containing
backflow prevention assemblies are required,
replacement parts must be lead-free. Where lead
free replacement parts are not available, the
entire backflow prevention assembly must be
replaced with a lead-free assembly.
3. The District will provide to any affected
customer, upon their request, a list of approved
backflow prevention devices.
F. Backflow Prevention Device Installation
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1. Backflow prevention devices shall be installed in
the manner prescribed in Article 3 of the Cross-
Connection Control Policy Handbook. Location of
the devices should be as close as practical to
the user's point of service connection. The
District shall have the final authority in
determining the required location of a backflow
prevention device.
a. Air-gap Separation (AG) - The air-gap
separation shall be located on the user's
side of, and as close to, the service
connection as is practical. All piping
from the service connection to the
receiving tank shall be above grade and be
entirely visible. No water use shall be
provided from any point between the
service connection and the air-gap separa-
tion. The water inlet piping shall
terminate a distance of at least two (2)
pipe diameters of the supply inlet, but in
no case less than one inch above the
overflow rim of the receiving tank.
b. Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow
Prevention Device (RP) - The approved
reduced pressure principle backflow
prevention device shall be installed on
the user's side of the service connection
at a distance consistent with the
District's Standard Drawings and
Specifications. The device shall be
installed a minimum of twelve inches (12")
but not more than twenty-four inches (24")
above grade, measured from the bottom of
the relief valve and with a minimum of
twelve inches (12") side clearance, and
twenty-four inches (24”) of clearance on
the side of the assembly containing the
test cocks. The device shall be installed
so that it is readily accessible for
maintenance and testing. Water supplied
from any point between the service
connection and the RP device shall be
protected in a manner approved by the
District. Additionally, materials and
installation shall conform to water agency
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standards which can be found at
www.sdwas.org.
G. Backflow Prevention Device Testing and Maintenance
1. The owners of any premises on which, or on
account of which, backflow prevention devices
are installed shall have the devices tested by a
person who has demonstrated their competency in
testing of these devices to the District and has
been approved by the District. Backflow
prevention devices must be tested at least
annually and immediately after installation,
relocation, or repair. The District may require
a more frequent testing schedule if it is
determined to be necessary. No device shall be
placed back in service unless it is functioning
as required. An online testing result
submission, through the District’s backflow
compliance program, shall be made within five
(5) working days each time a device is tested,
relocated, or repaired. Backflow prevention
devices shall be serviced, overhauled, or
replaced whenever they are found to be defective
or observed to not be in proper working order.
All costs of testing, repair, and maintenance
shall be borne by the water user.
2. Initial testing after installation and subse-
quent retesting shall be performed using the USC
Manual of Cross-Connection Control 10th edition
(or current) approved testing procedures.
3. The District will supply affected water users
with a list of persons acceptable to the
District to test backflow prevention devices.
The District will notify affected customers by
mail when annual testing of a device is needed
and will also supply users with the necessary
testing information to be submitted each time a
device is tested or repaired.
H. Backflow Prevention Device Removal
1. Written approval must be obtained from the
District before a backflow prevention device is
removed, relocated, repaired or replaced.
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a. Removal: The use of a device may be
discontinued and device removed from
service upon presentation of sufficient
evidence to the District to verify that a
hazard no longer exists or is not likely
to be created in the future. Sites with
wells are required to keep a backflow
prevention assembly in place until a well
deconstruction permit is completed with
the County Department of Environment
Health and Quality and a well
deconstruction inspection report can be
provided.
b. Relocation: A device may be relocated
following confirmation by the District
that the device is lead free and that the
relocation will continue to provide the
required protection and satisfy
installation requirements. Any lead
containing devices will require a complete
replacement in lieu of relocation. A
retest of the backflow prevention assembly
will be required following the relocation.
c. Repair: A device may be removed for
repair, provided the water use is either
discontinued until repair is completed and
the device is returned to service, or the
service connection is equipped with other
backflow protection approved by the
District. A retest will be required
following the repair of the device.
d. Replacement: A device may be removed and
replaced provided the water use is
discontinued until the replacement device
is installed and tested. All replacement
devices must be approved by the District
and must be commensurate with the degree
of hazard involved.
I. User Supervisor
1. At premises where it is necessary, in the
opinion of the District, a user supervisor shall
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be designated by and at the expense of the water
user. This user supervisor shall be responsible
for the monitoring of internal backflow
prevention devices and for avoidance of cross-
connections within the premises. In the event
of contamination or pollution of the drinking
water system due to an on-premise cross-
connection, the District shall be notified as
soon as possible but no later than 24 hours
after the observance of the unprotected cross
connection by the user supervisor so appropriate
measures may be taken to overcome the
contamination.
2. The water user shall inform the District of the
user supervisor's required information,
including certification, a current contact phone
number, and current email address. Contact
information shall be provided on an annual basis
or whenever a change occurs.
3. The user supervisor is responsible for the
avoidance of cross-connections during the
installation, operation and maintenance of the
water user’s pipelines and equipment. The user
supervisor must be trained on the fluids used
and backflow protection for the premises and
must inform the District of changes in piping.
4. The user supervisor must meet the qualification
and training requirements described in the
District’s cross-connection control plan.
J. Administrative Procedures
Hazard Assessments
1. The District shall review all requests for new
services to determine if backflow protection is
needed. Plans and specifications must be
submitted to the District upon request for
review of possible cross-connection hazards as a
condition of service for new service
connections. If it is determined that a
backflow prevention device is necessary to
protect the public water system, the required
device must be installed before service will be
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activated. An initial hazard assessment of each
premise must be completed before service is
provided to the site.
2. The District may require an on premise hazard
assessment to evaluate cross-connection hazards.
The District will transmit a written notice
requesting an inspection appointment to each
affected water user. Any customer who cannot or
will not allow an on premise inspection of their
piping system shall be required to install a
reduced pressure principle backflow prevention
assembly in accordance with the CCCPH Appendix
D.
3. The District may, at its discretion, require a
periodic re-assessment for cross-connection
hazards of any premises to which it serves
water. Re-assessments will occur whenever
there is a usage type change at a site, when an
ownership change occurs(excluding single family
residential sites), when the District believes
that activities on the site present a higher
level of hazard than when previously assessed,
if backflow from a user’s premises occurs, and
periodically on the timelines identified in the
District’s cross connection control plan. The
District will transmit a written notice
requesting an inspection appointment to each
affected water user. Any customer who cannot
or will not allow an on-premise inspection of
their piping system shall be required to
install a reduced pressure principle backflow
prevention assembly in accordance with the
CCCPH Appendlix D.
K. Customer Notification - Device Installation and/or
Repair (Corrective Action)
1. The District will notify the water user of the
survey findings, listing corrective action to
be taken if required. A period of 30 days will
be given to complete all corrective action
required including installation of backflow
prevention devices.
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2. A second notice will be sent to each water user
who does not take the required corrective
action prescribed in the first notice within
the 30-day period allowed. The second notice
will give the water user a 14-day period to
take the required corrective action and will
generate the assessment of a fee in accordance
with Appendix A of this Ordinance. If no
action is taken within the 14-day period, the
District may terminate water service to the
affected water user until the required
corrective actions are taken.
3. A third and final notice will be sent to each
water user who fails to take the requisite
corrective action detailed in the second notice
within the 14-day period allowed. The third
notice will indicate the date of service
termination and will generate the assessment of
a fee in accordance with Appendix A of this
Ordinance.
4. Only passing test results from a certified and
District-approved tester/installer received
electronically through the District’s backflow
compliance tester’s portal within the allotted
time period will constitute compliance with the
above requirements.
L. Customer Notification - Testing
1. The District will notify each affected water
user when it is time for the backflow preven-
tion assembly installed on their service
connections to be tested. This written notice
shall give the water user 50 days to have the
device tested and will supply the water user
with the necessary testing information to be
used when submitting testing results to the
District.
2. A second notice shall be sent to each water
user who does not have their backflow preven-
tion device tested by the response due date
prescribed in the first notice. The second
notice will give the water user an additional
14 days to have their backflow prevention
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device tested. If no action is taken within
the 14-day period, the District may terminate
water service to the affected water user until
the subject device is tested.
3. A third notice will be sent to each water user
who fails to have their backflow prevention
device(s) tested as required in the second
notice within the 14-day period allowed. The
third notice will indicate the date of service
termination (10 days after the receipt of the
notice) and will generate the assessment of a
fee in accordance with Appendix A of this ordi-
nance.
4. Α hand delivered notice may be provided to the
property, where possible, to each water user
who fails to have their backflow prevention
device(s) tested as required in the third
notice within the 10-working day period
allowed. The hand delivered notice will
indicate the date of service termination,
typically with 48-hours, and will generate the
assessment of a fee in accordance with Appendix
Α of this Ordinance. The District would make
the final determination if a hand delivered
notice will be provided as a final measure to
achieve backflow testing compliance prior to
service interruption.
5. Submittal of passing test results by a District
approved tester, through the District’s
backflow compliance tester’s portal, within the
allotted time period will constitute compliance
with the above requirements.
M. Water Service Termination
A. General
When the District encounters water uses that rep-
resent a clear and immediate hazard to the potable
water supply that cannot be immediately abated, the
District shall institute the procedure for
discontinuing the District water service. A
reconnection fee will be assessed in accordance with
Appendix A of this Ordinance. Where a disconnection
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of District water service is required, the District
will make the final determination of which, if not
all, services entering a site will be subjected to
disconnection.
B. Basis for Termination
Conditions or water uses that create a basis for
water service termination shall include, but are not
limited to the following items:
1. Refusal to install a required backflow pre-
vention device;
2. Refusal to test a backflow prevention device;
3. Refusal to repair a faulty backflow prevention
device;
4. Refusal to replace a faulty backflow prevention
device;
5. Observed bypassing or alteration of a backflow
prevention device;
6. Direct or indirect connection between the
public water system and a sewer line, including
treated sewage;
7. Unprotected direct or indirect connection
between the public water system and a system or
equipment containing pollutants or
contaminants;
8. Unprotected direct or indirect connection
between the public water system and an auxil-
iary water system; and/or
9. Any situation which presents an immediate
health hazard to the public water system.
Additional remedies for failure to comply with cross-
connection requirements are referenced in Section 72 of the
Code of Ordinances and may be prosecuted as set forth in
Section 73.01 of this Code.
N. Water Service Termination Procedures
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The District has absolute discretion to determine
the corrective action required and referenced in
Sections 72 and 73 of this Code.
1. For conditions 1, 2, 3, or 4, the District will
terminate service to a customer's premise after
two (2) written notices have been sent
specifying the corrective action needed and the
time period in which it must be done. If no
action is taken within the allowed time period
water service may be terminated.
2. For conditions 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9, the
District will take the following steps:
a. Make reasonable effort to advise the water
user of intent to terminate water service;
b. Terminate water supply and lock service
valve. The water service will remain
inactive until corrections of violations
have been approved by the District.
O. Requirements for addition to or renewal on the Otay
Water District list of approved backflow prevention
device testers
A. Each applicant (tester) desiring initial
addition to the District’s List of Approved
Backflow Prevention Device Testers shall submit
a fee in accordance with Appendix A of this
Ordinance. Fees must be made in an acceptable
form of payment to the District. Along with
the fee, a current mailing address, email
address, phone number, and signed copy of the
backflow prevention assembly tester’s code of
conduct must be furnished. Those applicants
not meeting all qualifications specified herein
will have current fees returned.
B. Applicants shall hold a valid and current
certification from the American Water Works
Association (AWWA) California Nevada Section,
the American Backflow Prevention Association
(ABPA), or the American Society of Sanitary
Engineering (ASSE). After July, 1 2027,
acceptable organizations must be accredited by
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the American National Standards Institute
(ANSI) in accordance with ISO/IEC 17024 and be
recognized by the State Water Resources Control
Board as a certifying organization. Testing
shall be performed using the most current test
procedures from the University of Southern
California foundation for Cross-Connection
Control and Hydraulic Reasearch. Evidence of
said certification shall be furnished to the
District at the time of application, at the
time of renewal, and at any time the District
requests verification. Certification alone
does not constitute District approval.
C. Each applicant shall furnish evidence to show
the availability of the necessary tools and
equipment to properly test and/or repair such
devices. Test kits shall be recalibrated
annually and evidence of this shall be
electronically submitted and maintained by the
tester in the District’s backflow compliance
program.
D. Tester applicants must agree to comply with the
Otay Water District’s backflow prevention
assembly tester’s code of conduct. Each new
applicant must provide a signed a copy of the
tester’s code of conduct prior to being added
to the District's List of Approved Backflow
Prevention Device Testers. Testers currently
listed must sign a new tester’s code of conduct
on a four-year interval, as substantive changes
occur, and/or as determined by the District.
Testers who fail to provide a signed tester’s
code of conduct form will be removed from the
list and will have to apply as a new tester
during the next open enrollment period.
E. The tester shall be solely responsible for the
competency and accuracy of all tests and
reports prepared and submitted to the District.
The District reserves the right at any time to
require testers to perform repeat testing in
the presence of a District staff member should
the submitted results not appear to be accurate
or if the device shows signs of requiring
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repairs at the time that passing results are
received.
F. Any tester found to be falsifying testing
results or modifying backflow prevention
assemblies in a manner other than how approval
was received from either the University of
Southern California Foundation for Cross-
Connection Control and Hydraulic Research or
ASSE International, will be removed from the
District's List of Approved Backflow Prevention
Device Testers for a minimum of three years and
will be reported to the tester’s certifying
organization.
G. The list of approved testers will be furnished
upon request to any District customer requiring
such service. The list of approved testers
will be updated on a bi-annual basis.
H. The testers listed will remain listed for as
long as their credentials, gauge calibrations,
and testers code of conduct all remain current
in the District’s backflow compliance program.
Testers are required to update their
credentials and gauge calibrations through the
backflow compliance program’s electronic
testers portal. Testers that do not update
their credentials will not be able to submit
testing results and will be removed from the
list after 45 days of being overdue for a
credential update. Any tester that falls off
of the list will need to reapply as a new
tester at the next open enrollment period and
will not be added back to the list until the
next bi-annual update occurs.
I. The District reserves the authority to revoke,
suspend, or remove any tester from the list of
approved testers for improper conduct, testing,
repairs, and/or reporting at any time. Current
District staff members and their associated
companies cannot be added to the list or
perform testing services for backflow
prevention assemblies that are tracked in the
District’s backflow compliance program.
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FEES
A. A second notice for required corrective action
will result in a service fee, per backflow
device as outlined in Appendix A.
B. A third notice (termination of service notice)
will result in a service fee per backflow
device followed by the assessment of a
reconnection fee if such action is required as
outlined in Appendix A.
C. A reconnection fee per service is required for
service to be resumed as outlined in Appendix
A.
D. Applicants for addition to the list of approved
backflow prevention device testers in the Otay
Water District will submit an initial filing
fee as outlined in Appendix A.
23.05 WATER SERVICE FOR STEAM BOILERS
Customers using District water to supply steam boilers
are required to provide adequate storage of water for boiler
use for a minimum period of 12 hours.
23.06 ELECTRICAL GROUND CONNECTIONS
The connection of electrical ground wire to water pipes
is prohibited. The District shall assume no responsibility
for any loss or damage resulting from such a connection.
STAFF REPORT
TYPE MEETING: Regular Board MEETING DATE: July 2, 2025
SUBMITTED BY: Kevin Koeppen Assistant Chief of Finance
PROJECT: Various DIV. NO. ALL
APPROVED BY: Joe Beachem, Chief of Finance
Jose Martinez, General Manager
SUBJECT: Adopt Ordinance No. 599 Amending Section 25 and Section 53 of the District’s Code of Ordinances to Add a Variance Allowance
for Water and Sewer Fees and Charges, and Incorporate Other Miscellaneous Updates
GENERAL MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
That the Board adopt Ordinance No. 599, amending Section 25 and
Section 53 of the District’s Code of Ordinances to add variance allowances for water and sewer fees and charges, and to incorporate
other miscellaneous updates.
PURPOSE:
To request that the Board adopt Ordinance No. 599, amending sections
25 and 53 of the District’s Code of Ordinances to add variance allowances for water and sewer fees and charges, and to incorporate miscellaneous updates.
ANALYSIS:
Periodically, District staff perform reviews of policies and
procedures and recommends amendments to align with District practices and/or industry standards. During a recent review of the District’s Code of Ordinances, specifically Section 25, Conditions for Water
Service, and Section 53, Conditions for Sewer Service, staff
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identified updates that should be made based on the District’s
current practices and/or industry standards. The first set of amendments pertains to Section 25, Conditions for
Water Service. Staff recommends revising subsection 25.03.B to update the treatment of pass-through fixed fees from the San Diego County
Water Authority (CWA) and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD). Specifically, staff proposes to:
A) Remove the MWD Capacity Reservation Charge from the fixed fee, as this peaking-based fee is collected through the
District’s potable usage charge. B) Add CWA’s Fixed Transportation Charge to the fixed fee. This new charge was implemented by CWA in 2025 and is
currently recovered through the District’s MWD/CWA Fixed Charges.
The second amendment pertains to the addition of a variance allowance process to the District’s Code of Ordinances, specifically Section 25, Conditions for Water Service, and Section 53, Conditions for Sewer Service. The District commonly allows variances to water and
sewer charges for certain atypical circumstances. For example, one-time leak adjustment credits are provided to customers who experience a significant bill increase due to a pipe burst or other personal plumbing issue on their property. Another example involves customers who are required to have a one-inch meter strictly for fire flow
purposes but whose actual demand is consistent with a 3/4-inch meter and are therefore charged the 3/4-inch system fees. The District’s adoption of this amendment will, first and foremost, codify current practices. Second, it will provide a formal
application process for customers to request a variance to the standard District fee or charge based on unusual circumstances. This
option is available when a customer’s water or sewer usage characteristics differ substantially from the assumptions for their customer class or meter size. Finally, offering customers a method to
be accurately classified based on their usage patterns will help the District address and mitigate potential Proposition 218 issues.
FISCAL IMPACT: Joe Beachem, Chief Financial Officer
None. STRATEGIC GOAL:
The District ensures its continued financial health through long-term financial and debt planning.
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LEGAL IMPACT:
None.
Attachments: Attachment A – Committee Action Attachment B – Ordinance No. 599
Exhibit 1a – Section 25 Strike-through Exhibit 1b – Section 53 Strike-through Exhibit 2a – Section 25 Proposed Exhibit 2b – Section 53 Proposed
ATTACHMENT A
SUBJECT/PROJECT:
Adopt Ordinance No. 599 Amending Section 25 and Section 53 of the District’s Code of Ordinances to Add a Variance Allowance for Water and Sewer Fees and Charges, and Incorporate Other Miscellaneous Updates
COMMITTEE ACTION:
The Finance, Administration, and Communications Committee (Committee) reviewed this item at a meeting held on June 17, 2025, and the following comments were made:
• In response to a question from the Committee, staff stated that
the district offers customers a variance to the standard district fee or charge based on unusual circumstances. See page 2 of the staff report for details. In addition, this allows the district
to mitigate any potential issues to Proposition 218 by allowing its customers to formally petition changes to their charges/fees.
• It was noted that Ms. Claire Collins from Hanson Bridgett, LLC, recommended and assisted with the amendments to Sections 25 and
53 of the District’s Code of Ordinances.
Following the discussion, the Committee supported staffs’ recommendation and presentation to the full board as a consent item.
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ORDINANCE NO. 599
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
THE OTAY WATER DISTRICT
AMENDING SECTION 25 AND SECTION 53
OF THE DISTRICT’S CODE OF ORDINANCES
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Directors of the Otay Water
District that Section 25, Conditions for Water Service, of the
District’s Code of Ordinances shall be amended as set forth in
Exhibit 1a, and Section 53, Conditions for Sewer Service, shall
be amended as set forth in Exhibit 1b to this ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the amended Sections 25
and 53, as presented in Exhibits 2a and 2b, respectively, shall
become effective immediately.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Directors of
the Otay Water District at a regular meeting duly held this 2nd
day of July 2025, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
________________________________
President
ATTEST:
__________________________
District Secretary
Attachment B
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SECTION 25 CONDITIONS FOR WATER SERVICE
25.01 SERVICE AREA
Water service shall be furnished by the District only to
property within (annexed to) a water improvement district within the District’s service area. Water service to property located
outside an improvement district may be furnished only upon prior
approval of the Board of Directors. Temporary water service to property located outside an improvement district may be furnished, in accordance with Section 25.03 D.15., upon the
approval of the General Manager.
25.02 DEFINITION OF "HCF" AND "UNIT OF WATER"
As used in the Code the terms "HCF" and "unit of water" are
interchangeable and each shall mean 100 cubic feet or 748 gallons of water.
25.03 DEFINITIONS OF WATER SERVICE CATEGORIES, WATER RATES, CHARGES
AND FEES
Water service furnished by the District shall be under the
categories of services and at the rates, charges and fees as set forth in Appendix A, Section 25.
All District water rates, charges and fees are subject to Board approval of rate increases beginning January 1, 2023 and
periodically thereafter through December 31, 2027. The
increases shall be the amount sufficient to cover pass-through costs from wholesale water and energy suppliers, and increases in overall non-supplier costs, in addition to increases in pass-
through costs, not to exceed the annual increase in the Consumer Price Index-U for the San Diego-Carlsbad Area as of January 31 of the preceding year.
Five-year periodic pass–through rate increases or decreases from
District wholesalers – All District water rates, charges and
fees are subject to periodic rate changes from the District’s public agency wholesalers for a five-year period beginning January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2027.
A.Set-up Fees for Accounts A set-up fee shall be charged for
each account transferred to another customer. See AppendixA, 25.03 A. for charges. A deposit will be required of allcustomers who do not own the property to be served. See
Appendix A, 25.04 A. for deposit amounts.
B.Monthly Fixed MWD & CWA Charges Each potable water service
customer shall pay a monthly MWD and CWA fixed system charge, as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 B. Proceeds of the charge will be used to pay for operating and
maintenance costs, including the following: MWD Readiness-
Exhibit 1a
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to-Serve Charge, and Capacity Reservation Charge; CWA
Infrastructure Access Charge, Customer Service Charge, Emergency Storage Charge, Fixed Transportation Charge, and
Supply Reliability Charge. The MWD & CWA charge is based on
the size of the water meter(s) in service with the exception of upsizing the meter for individually metered residential fire service, as described in Section 38.03 of
the Code. The MWD & CWA charge shall start upon
installation of the meter.
C. Monthly Fixed System Charges Each water service customer shall pay a monthly fixed system charge, as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C. Proceeds of the charge will be used
to pay for water system replacement, maintenance, and operation expenses. The system charge is based on the customer class and the size of the water meter(s) in
service. For individually metered residential fire
service, as outlined in Section 38.03 of the Code, the size and fee would be set based on water use requirements without additional fire capacity. The system charge shall
start upon installation of the meter.
D. Categories of Water Service The definitions and rates and
charges for water service furnished by the District shall be as follows:
1. DOMESTIC RESIDENTIAL WATER
(a) Defined as: Water service for single residential
and individually metered attached households as
well as other domestic uses (other than that provided for in Paragraph 2.(a)).
(b) Base Rate: The tiered base rates of water furnished under this category shall be set forth
in Appendix A, 25.03 D.1.(b).
(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge for water service is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C.1.
2. MULTI-RESIDENTIAL WATER
(a) Defined as: Master metered water service for
multiple residential households, for example,
duplexes, townhomes, apartments, and mobile homes.
(b) Base Rate: The tiered base rates of water
furnished for each dwelling unit in this category shall be as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.2.(b).
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(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for water service is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C.2.
3. BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL WATER
(a) Defined as: Potable water service for commercial and industrial establishments.
(b) Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.3.(b).
(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge for water service is set forth in Appendix A,
25.03 C.3.
4. NON-PUBLIC IRRIGATION AND COMMERCIAL AGRICULTURE USING
POTABLE WATER
(a) Non-public irrigation is potable water service provided solely for irrigation of landscape or
landscaping, as defined in Section 0.02 of this
Code.
(b) Commercial agricultural engaged in the growing or raising of livestock, in conformity with recognized practices of husbandry, for the
purpose of commerce, trade or industry, or
agricultural horticultural or floricultural products and produced,
(i) for human consumption or for the market, or
(ii) for the feeding of fowl or livestock
produced for human consumption or for the market, or
(iii) for feeding fowl or livestock for the purpose of obtaining their products for
human consumption or for the market, such
products to be grown or raised on a parcel of land having an area of not less
than one acre utilized exclusively
therefore.
(c) Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished under this category shall be determined as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.4.(c).
(d) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for water service is set forth in Appendix A,
25.03 C.4.
5. PUBLICLY-OWNED WATER
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(a) Defined as: Potable water service for publicly-
owned establishments and/or entities exempt from District property taxes.
(b) Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.5.(b).
(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge for water service is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C.5.
6. PUBLIC IRRIGATION WATER
(a) Defined as: Potable water service provided
solely for irrigation of publicly-owned landscape or landscaping as defined in Section 0.02 of this Code and/or entities exempt from District
property taxes.
(b) Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.6.(b).
(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge for water service is set forth in Appendix A,
25.03 C.6.
7. CONSTRUCTION WATER
(a) Defined as: Potable water service for
construction or for temporary purposes pursuant to Section 31 of this Code.
(b) The rates for water furnished under this category is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.7.(b).
(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for water service is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C.7.
8. RECYCLED WATER – NON-PUBLIC IRRIGATION, CONSTRUCTION, AND CERTAIN NON-IRRIGATION PURPOSES
(a) Defined as: Non-potable and recycled water service
provided for irrigation of landscaping, as defined
in Section 0.02 of the Code, and certain non-irrigation purposes, other than domestic use, in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and
regulations regarding use of recycled water.
(b) The provisions of this Code, relating to use of recycled water, set forth in Section 26 of the Code, including but not limited to cross-connections and
backflow protective devices, shall be strictly
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enforced in connection with the use of recycled
water.
(c) Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished under this category shall be determined as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.8.(c).
(d) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for recycled water service is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C.8.
9. RECYCLED WATER - COMMERCIAL
(a) Defined as: Non-potable and recycled water service provided for commercial customers, as defined in
Section 0.02 of the Code, and certain non-irrigation purposes, other than domestic use, in compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations
regarding use of recycled water.
(b) The provisions of this Code, relating to use of
recycled water, set forth in Section 26 of the Code, including but not limited to cross-connections and backflow protective devices, shall be strictly
enforced in connection with the use of recycled
water.
(c) Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished under this category shall be determined as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.9.(c).
(d) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for recycled water service is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C.8.
10. RECYCLED WATER – PUBLIC IRRIGATION
(a) Defined as: Non-potable and recycled water service provided for irrigation of publicly-owned
landscaping, as defined in Section 0.02 of the Code,
and/or entities exempt from District property taxes, and certain non-irrigation purposes, other than domestic use, in compliance with federal, state and
local laws and regulations regarding use of recycled water.
(b) The provisions of this Code, relating to use of recycled water, set forth in Section 26 of the Code,
including but not limited to cross-connections and
backflow protective devices, shall be strictly enforced in connection with the use of recycled water.
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(c) Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.10.(c).
(d) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for recycled water service is set forth in
Appendix A, 25.03 C.8.
11. POTABLE INTERIM BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL WATER
(a) Defined as: Potable water service provided by the District on a temporary basis to business and commercial customers in Improvement District 7
(ID 7) pursuant to individual agreements.
(b) If capacity fees have not been paid by the customer, the rates for water furnished under this category is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03
D.11.(b).
(c) If the customer has paid equivalent capacity and
annexation fees, the rates and charges for water furnished under this category shall be the rates set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.3.(b).
(d) The applicable monthly system charge shall be the
same rates charged to customers in the same
category of service on a permanent meter basis per Appendix A, 25.03 C.3.
(e) Conversion to Permanent Service. At such time as
use expires, the customer shall be required to
pay all unpaid fees in effect at the time the permanent use is implemented.
12. POTABLE INTERIM NON-PUBLIC IRRIGATION AND COMMERCIAL
AGRICULTURE WATER
(a) Defined as: Potable water service provided by
the District on a temporary basis to non-public irrigation and commercial agriculture customers in Improvement District 7 (ID 7).
(b) If capacity fees have not been paid by the
customer, the rates for water furnished under this category is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.12.(b).
(c) If the customer has paid capacity and annexation
fees, the rates and charges for water furnished
under this category shall be the rates set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.4.(c).
(d) The applicable monthly system charge shall be the same rates charged to customers in the same
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category of service on a permanent meter basis
per Appendix A, 25.03 C.4.
(e) Conversion to Permanent Service. At such time as use expires, the customer shall be required to
pay all unpaid fees in effect at the time the
permanent use is implemented. 13. TANK TRUCKS
(a) Defined as: Water service provided for the
filling of tanks on motor vehicles transporting
water used for other than earth grading purposes, which service shall be made only through a portable meter issued by the District to a
customer specifically for use in accordance with the provisions herein for such service.
(b) The rate for metered water furnished under this
category is reflected in Appendix A, 25.03.D.13. (b), plus a monthly system charge at the rate set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C.4.
(c) Requirements for Use of Water Meter (1) To receive such service, the customer must
make a deposit for the use a water meter
furnished by the District. The fee is set forth in Appendix A, 31.03 A.1.
(2) Upon termination of the service, the Dis-trict will refund the amount of deposit
remaining after making the following
deductions:
(i) Cost of repairing or replacing the meter, fire hydrant and/or any fittings
damaged or lost while in use; and
(ii) Unpaid charges for water or other
applicable charges.
(3) Prior to the end of each six month period following issuance of a meter under this section, or at the request of the District,
whichever is earlier, the customer shall
return the meter to the District for inspection, repair, or calibration as deemed necessary by the District.
(4) Payment for water service under this cate-
gory shall be made as follows:
(i) The bill shall be based on the amount of water actually used, which shall be determined by the District’s reading of
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the meter or by a report made by the
customer to the District in the manner prescribed by the District.
(ii) Where the actual amount of water used
cannot be determined as provided in
(i), the District will issue a bill based on a District estimate of the amount of water used, as determined by
the District. Such estimates shall be
reconciled with actual amounts used when the customer returns the meter to the District as provided in paragraph 3
above.
(iii)Payments shall be made as specified on the bill.
14. WATER SERVICE OUTSIDE DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
(a) Defined as: Water service for real property outside the service area of the District.
(b) This service will be provided only upon prior
approval of the General Manager when there is a
surplus of water over and above the existing needs for service in the District. This service is temporary and may be terminated upon written
notice from the District. Customers for this service are sometimes referred to as "outside users."
(c) Customers applying for this category of service
shall pay an application fee as set forth in
Appendix A, 25.03 D.14.(c). (d) The rate for metered water furnished under this
category shall be charged the rate as described in Appendix A, 25.03 D.14.(d), plus a monthly system charge at the rate set forth in Appendix
A, 25.03 C.5.
(e) Customers requesting only fire service or a fire hydrant under this category shall be charged a
capacity fee based on one (1) EDU for a permanent
meter in the improvement district from which the fire service derives its flow, plus a monthly system charge at the rate set forth in Appendix
A, 25.03 D.16.(c). 15. WATER SERVICE OUTSIDE AN IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
(a) Defined as: Water service for property located
within the boundaries of the District, but not
within a water improvement district. Customers
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for this service are sometimes referred to as
"outside users."
(b) Customers applying for this service shall pay an application fee as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03
D.15.(b). The District will review the
application to determine whether the land to be served should be annexed to an improvement district. If it is determined that annexation is
not practical, the Board of Directors may
authorize service as an outside user. This service will be reviewed periodically until it is determined that the property must be annexed to
an improvement district or that service must be terminated.
(c) The rate for metered water furnished under this category is as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03
D.15.(c), plus a monthly system charge as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C.5.
(d) Upon approval of the Board of Directors, a cus-tomer, who has paid all construction costs for facilities necessary to serve the customer's
property in lieu of annexation to a water improvement district, shall be exempt from the provision for this category of service.
16. SERVICE FOR FIRE PROTECTION
(a) Defined as: Water service provided by the Dis-
trict solely to feed fire hydrants or fire
sprinkler systems from lines or laterals con-nected to District water mains.
(b) The District will not make a charge for the quantity of water used for fire protection
purposes.
(c) The monthly system charge for this category
of service is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03
D.16.(c) for each connection to a District water
main made for fire protection service.
17. WATER SERVICE UNDER SPECIAL AGREEMENTS
(a) Defined as: Water service provided under express agreements approved by the Board of Directors for
service to golf courses and other entities, which
service may be curtailed or interrupted by the District under conditions provided in such agreements.
(b) For water service under this category the base
rate shall be determined on a case-by-case basis.
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E. Energy Charges for Pumping Water
In addition to water rates and other charges provided for in this Section 25.03, customers shall be charged an energy pumping charge based on the quantity of water used and the
elevation to which the water has been lifted to provide
service.
1. Potable Water Energy Pumping Charge: The energy pumping charge for potable water shall be made at the rate set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 E.1.
2. Recycled Water Energy Pumping Charge: The energy
pumping charge for recycled water shall be made at the
rate set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 E.2.
25.04 DEPOSITS BY LESSEES OR NON-OWNERS OF PROPERTY
A. AMOUNT OF DEPOSIT
The customer's deposit shall be applied to reduce or
satisfy any delinquent payment or other amount due the
District at the time of termination of water service to
the customer. Any portion of the deposit remaining, after
satisfaction of the amount due, shall be refunded to the
customer that made the deposit.
The deposits listed per Appendix A, 25.04 A. may be waived
for a new residential applicant where the applicant
demonstrates credit worthiness based upon prior utility
payments or a non-delinquent water account for one year or
other similar evidence of credit.
B. REFUND OF DEPOSIT
Where funds have been on deposit for twelve months in a
domestic service account and there has been no more than
one delinquent payment on that account during that period, the District will apply a credit to the water account in the amount of the deposit.
C. LETTER OF CREDIT
A letter of credit, in a form approved by the General Manager or Department Head of Finance, may be submitted to the District to satisfy the deposit requirements.
25.05 SERVICE TO SUBSEQUENT CUSTOMERS
After a water meter has been installed for a customer and all
fees and charges have been paid, water service may be furnished
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to a subsequent customer through the water meter installed
without payment of further charges, except for the set-up fee for transferred accounts, payment of delinquent charges for the
applicant's service or other deposits that may be required by
this Code.
25.06 PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND LEGAL OBJECTION PROCESS FOR RATE CHANGES
California law requires that certain changes to retail water and sewer fees and charges be adopted in accordance with procedures outlined in Article XIII D, of the California Constitution,
commonly referred to as “Proposition 218." Additionally, the
Otay Water District has established a formal process, an exhaustion of administrative remedies procedure (“exhaustion procedure”) consistent with Assembly Bill No. 2257 (2024)
(chaptered at Government Code sections 53759.1 and 53759.2). The exhaustion procedure allows ratepayers to raise legal objections regarding proposed water or sewer rate increases. This process
ensures that ratepayers have an opportunity to voice legal
objections to a proposed property-related fee, charge, or assessment (“fee”) for water or sewer service, and provides an opportunity for the District to address or resolve any legal
objections before the Board of Directors makes a final decision
on whether to adopt a proposed fee pursuant to Proposition 218. The exhaustion procedure outlined below provides a structured
framework and requires ratepayers to participate in the pre-
adoption legal objection process in order to preserve the legal right to bring forward any judicial action or proceeding against the District regarding the fee structure.
A. GENERAL DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS PER THE EXHAUSTION PROCEDURE
1. District will notify the public of the amount of the proposed fee by way of the Proposition 218 notice mailed to all customers and/or owners of record,
2. Make the District’s written basis for the proposed fee
(including any cost of service report) publicly
available (including on the District’s website),
3. Provide 45 days for any ratepayer to review the proposed fee and its basis and make any legal objection,
4. Require any such objection to be in a writing to the
District that specifies the grounds for alleged noncompliance with Proposition 218, and
5. Require the District to consider and respond in writing to timely submitted objections prior to the
close of the protest hearing required under
Proposition 218.
B. BOARD ACTIONS AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
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1. The District Board hereby adopts the exhaustion of
administrative remedies procedure contained in Government Code section 53759.1(c), as further
described below.
2. In connection with the District’s consideration of
water or sewer rate increases, the District Board hereby directs the staff to take the following actions:
(a) Public Hearing Date. Establish a date certain for
a public hearing on any proposed water or sewer
rates, at which hearing the staff shall present a summary of any written legal objections from the public during the objection period and responses
from staff to those objections. The Board may consider any protests to the proposed fee increases on the same or a different date, but
only after considering all objections and
responses. The Board may continue the hearing from time-to-time in order to provide additional time for consideration of, and responses to, any
timely-submitted legal objections and/or
protests.
(b) Cost of Service Report. Make available to the public the written basis for the proposed fee or
assessment (the “Cost of Service Report”) by:
(i) posting it on the District’s website,
(ii) making it available at the headquarters
of the District, and
(iii) mailing it to any property owner upon request.
(c) Objection Period. Establish a time frame for an “objection period” of not less than 45 days
between mailing of the notice described below and the public hearing, during which period the public may submit a written legal objection to
any aspect of the Cost of Service Report.
(d) Public Notice. Notify the public in writing of the
availability of the Cost of Service Report in the
notice sent pursuant to subdivision (c) of
Section 4 or paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of
Section 6 of Article XIII D of the California
Constitution, and include in that notice:
(i) a prominently displayed statement that all written legal objections must be
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
SECTION 53 CONDITIONS FOR SEWER SERVICE
53.01 CONDITIONS FOR ACQUISITION OF SEWER SERVICE CAPACITY
Sewer service capacity may be acquired only for service to a specific address, parcel of land, or a land development project
covered by an approved map. An approved map shall mean a recorded final map, a recorded parcel map or a tentative sub- division map that has been approved by the County or by a City,
as applicable.
A.District Acceptance of Sewer Facilities for Russell SquareArea - Under an Agreement with Cal Dorado Development, Inc., dated June 28, 1981, the District accepted title to a
sewer pump station, force main and appurtenances for a sewage system to provide sewer service to the residential
dwelling units to be constructed within the parcels of land in San Diego County Tentative Parcel Map 17150. Under an
Agreement with Cal Dorado Development, Inc., dated June 18, 1981, the District agreed to provide service to such
parcels on the terms and conditions contained therein. On
October 1, 1984, pursuant to Resolution No. 2139, the District Board of Directors accepted title to the
facilities.
53.02 SERVICE AREAS
Sewer service shall be furnished by the District only to property located in Improvement District No. 18 (ID 18) and the
Russell Square Sewer Service Area. Sewer service to property located outside such areas may be furnished only upon annexation
to ID 18 and payment of all applicable annexation fees. (See Appendix A, Section 9)
A.Designation of Russell Square Sewer Area - The geographicalarea described on the District Map entitled "Russell Square
Sewer Service Area," dated October 11, 1988, on file withthe District Secretary, constitutes the Russell Square
Sewer Service Area.
53.03 ACQUISITION OF SEWER CONNECTIONS FOR SERVICE
Effective October 1, 2014, two separate sewer capacity fees have been established to ensure sewer customers do not pay for
facilities twice. The first capacity fee applies to parcels within an ID that paid prior tax debt. The second capacity fee
applies parcels outside an ID that have not paid the tax debt.
The sewer capacity fees shall constitute the "base rate." For fees or charges after June 7, 2017, the base rate shall be
adjusted on the first day of each calendar quarter for fluctuations in construction costs, as measured by the
Engineering News Record Construction Cost Index for the Los Angeles Region. The ENR Construction Cost Index of 11,555.03
Exhibit 1b
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
(as of April 1, 2017) shall be deemed the "base index." The
adjustment shall be in an amount equal to the percentage change in the ENR Construction Cost Index from the base index for the
period from April 1, 2017 to the date of payment.
1. Sewer Capacity Fee within an ID
All new sewer connections for parcels within a sewer ID
shall pay a capacity fee (1) for each Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) of sewer service provided. The capacity fee is
due at the time an application for sewer service is requested. The number of EDUs for the connection shall be as set forth in Section 53.08 of the Code.
2. Sewer Capacity Fee outside an ID
All new sewer connections for parcels not within a sewer ID (requiring to be annexed into a sewer ID18 per Code Section
9.04 C.) shall pay a capacity fee (1) for each Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) of sewer service provided. The
capacity fee is due at the time an application for sewer service is requested. The number of EDUs for the connection shall be as set forth in Section 53.08 of the
Code.
B. Russell Square Pump Station
1. Sewer Connection Fee
A connection fee (1) for each Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) of sewer service provided through Russell Square
Pump Station shall be collected. The connection fee is due at the time an application for sewer service is
submitted. The number of EDUs for the connection shall be as set forth in Section 53.08 of the Code. The connection fee shall be used by the District
solely for the maintenance, repair or replacement of the Russell Square Pump Station.
(a) Exempt Parcels - The connection fee shall not
apply to connections for sewer service to the parcels within the Tentative Parcel Map 17150.
Such exempt parcels are currently identified as Assessor Parcel Nos. 497-011-41, 497-011-42, 497- 011-44, 497-011-46 and 497-011-47.
2. Monthly Sewer Service Charge
A monthly sewer service charge (1) to cover normal
operational costs of the Russell Square Pump Station and force mains shall be collected. This charge shall
be reviewed by the Board of Directors from time to time to assure that such charges cover the costs for
operation of the sewer facilities.
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
In addition, the customer for such service shall pay the monthly
service charge (1) for sewer service set forth in Section 53.10 A and B of the Code.
53.04 CHARGES FOR INSTALLATION OF SEWER LATERALS
Upon application for construction of one or more sewer laterals,
the customer shall deposit with the District the estimated costs to be incurred by the District in connection with the instal-
lation of the facilities required, as determined by the District. Upon completion of the work, the District shall calculate the actual costs incurred by the District in
performing the work. If actual costs are less than the amount deposited, the District shall refund the balance of the deposit
to the customer. If actual costs exceed the amount deposited, the customer shall reimburse the District for the additional
costs.
53.05 PAYMENT OF FEES
All fees prescribed in the Code shall become owing, due and
payable at the time application is made to connect a premise to the sewer system of the District. The fees shall be paid to the
District prior to the issuance of any permit authorizing the connection of such premise to the District sewer system. If the proposed connection cannot be made, the fee may be refunded when approved by the General Manager.
53.06 SEWER SERVICE USE CHANGES RESULTING IN INCREASED SYSTEM UTILIZATION
The use of a sewer connection shall be limited to the type and number of EDUs authorized by the original wastewater discharge
permit. Before adding any additional equivalent dwelling units, buildings, modifying existing buildings, or change of occupancy
type, the property owner shall make a supplementary wastewater permit application to the District for such change in use and
pay additional sewer annexation fees per EDU, if necessary, as may be applicable. Periodic inspection of the premises may be made by the District and if actual use is greater than estimated use, an assessment for additional annexation fees shall be assessed. (1)
53.07 WASTEWATER DISCHARGE PERMIT ISSUANCE AND LIMITATION
A. A wastewater discharge permit shall be required for any property for which a request is made to discharge into the
District sewage system.
B. Every wastewater discharge permit shall expire by limitations and shall become null and void, if the construction or work authorized by such permit is not
commenced within 120 days from date of issuance of such
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
wastewater discharge permit or if the construction or work
authorized by such wastewater discharge permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 120 days at any time after the
work is commenced.
C. Before such work can be recommenced, a new wastewater discharge permit application must be filed with the District. The District may reactivate the previous
wastewater discharge permit provided that wastewater quantity and type is the same as the wastewater discharge
allowed under the original permit, and provided further that such suspension and abandonment has not exceeded one year.
Fees paid for the previous wastewater discharge permit may be credited toward the total permit fees required on the new permit application. Reactivation of the previous wastewater
discharge permit shall be subject to District sewer capacity being available at the time of new application and subject
to any additional costs or charges imposed during the period of such suspension or abandonment.
53.08 BASIS FOR DETERMINATION OF EQUIVALENT DWELLING UNITS (EDUs)
The number of EDUs for sewer service shall be determined on the following basis:
A. Residential Facilities
EDUs Description
1
▪ Single-family residence (Includes manufactured homes
and mobile homes which are on private lots.)
▪ A secondary structure with a kitchen is considered an
additional EDU
▪ Each individual living unit in apartments, multi-
family housing and residential condominiums
▪ Each individual space in mobile homes and trailer
Parks
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
B. Commercial/Industrial Facilities
1. Food Service Establishments
EDUs Description
3
▪ Take-out restaurants with disposable utensils, no
dishwasher and no public restrooms
▪ Take-out restaurants with disposable utensils, no
dishwasher and no public restrooms
▪ Miscellaneous food establishments – ice cream shops,
yogurt shops, bakeries (sales on premise only)
▪ Take-out/eat-in restaurants with disposable utensils,
but with seating and public restrooms
▪ Restaurants with reusable utensils, seating and public
restrooms (0-18 seats)
o Add 1.0 EDU for each additional 6 seat unit, or
portion thereof
2. Hotels and Motels
EDUs Description
.38 Per living unit without kitchen
.60 Per living unit with Kitchen
3. Commercial, Professional, Industrial Buildings and
Establishments not specifically listed herein
EDUs Description
1.2 For first 1,000 square feet AND
+0.7 For each additional 1,000 square feet or portion thereof
Applies to any office, store or industrial condominium or
Establishments
1.2
+0.7
For first 1,000 square feet AND
For each additional 1,000 square feet of gross building
floor area. Portions less than 1,000 sq. ft. will be
prorated.
Applies to situations where the occupancy type or usage
is unknown at the time of application for service. This
shall include, but not be limited to, shopping centers,
industrial parks and professional office buildings.
1.0 Self-service laundry per washer
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
4. Convalescent Homes
EDUs Description
0.7/bed Skilled nursing care facilities, psychological
hospitals, convalescent hospitals; licensed by the
applicable Governmental Agency.
0.5/bed Community Care Facilities with 16 or more beds licensed
by the applicable Governmental Agency.
1.0 Community Care Homes with six or fewer total residents,
including resident staff and housekeepers (to be the
same EDU as a single family residence).
C. Other commercial, industrial and other types of business establishments not included in 53.08 B.1 through 53.08 B.4
If the establishment is not included in 53.08 B.1 through
53.08 B.4 or if the EDUs specified in 53.08 B.1 through
53.08 B.4 are not representative of actual flow due to the
number of employees or type of operation, the number of
EDUs shall be determined in each case by the list of
commercial strengths as defined by the State Water
Resources Control Board (SWRCB) or by the General Manager
and shall be based upon the estimated volume and type of
wastewater discharge into the sewer.
Examples of commercial, industrial and other business
establishments include, but are not limited to, bottling
works, supermarkets, markets, deli/markets, convenience
stores, hospitals, laundries (other than self-service
laundries), automobile service stations, mortuaries, day-
care centers, bars and pool halls.
53.09 TRANSFER, ASSIGNMENT, OR RESALE OF SEWER CONNECTION RIGHTS
EDU sewer connection rights obtained by a customer may not be
sold, transferred, or assigned separately from ownership of the
real property for which they were obtained, unless otherwise
stated in an agreement with the District.
53.10 DEFINITIONS OF RESIDENTIAL AND MULTI-RESIDENTIAL SEWER SERVICE RATES, CHARGES AND FEES
All District sewer rates, charges, and fees are subject to Board
approval of rate increases to residential and multi-residential sewer services billed on or after January 1, 2021 and may apply
to sewer services as early as the beginning of December 2020 and periodically thereafter through December 31, 2025. The
increases shall be the amount sufficient to cover cost increases
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
related to operation and maintenance, but not to exceed 10% per
year.
Five-year Periodic Pass-through Rate Increases or Decreases from District Wholesalers - All District sewer rates, charges, and
fees are subject to periodic rate changes from the District’s public agency wholesalers for a five-year period beginning January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2025.
Set-up Fees for Accounts - A set-up fee (1) shall be charged for each account transferred to another customer.
Three-year Winter Average - Sewer rates shall be based on the
average of the customer’s “Three-Year Winter Average” water
consumption, measured in units of hundred cubic feet (HCF). The
winter average period is January through April. The three-year
winter average is calculated by adding the four months of water
consumption and dividing the resulting amount by four for each of
the preceding three years and then taking the average of those
three years. This average is then reduced by a 15% usage
discount, recognizing that not all water used flows into the sewer
system. The sewer rate is multiplied by the “Three-Year Winter
Average” calculation for each customer (after the above noted 15%
discount) and this amount is added to the monthly fixed sewer
system charge applicable to the size of meter. The resulting
amount shall be charged on a monthly basis and fixed for an entire
calendar year, until a new “Three-Year Winter Average” is
determined for the following year.
The sewer rate is multiplied by the “Three-year Winter Average”
calculation for each customer (after the above noted 15%
discount) and this amount is added to the monthly fixed sewer
system charge applicable to the size of meter. The resulting
amount shall be charged on a monthly basis and fixed for an
entire calendar year, until a new “Three-year Winter Average” is
determined for the following year. (1)
A. Residential Rate Charges
1. Defined as: Sewer service for individually metered residential households.
2. The monthly sewer bill is calculated by adding the system charge plus the sewer rate as described in
Section 53.10 above. 3. The maximum “Three-year Winter Average” for individually metered residential customers is 30
units (after the 15% discount).
4. Monthly Residential Sewer Charges without three years of
Consumption History: The average residential sewer rate
shall be determined by calculating the total monthly
sewer rate for all residential customers and dividing it
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
by the number of residential customers. The monthly
average residential sewer rate is then added to the
monthly fixed sewer system charge which shall then be
used to determine the total monthly amount for
residential customers with less than three months of
winter usage, customers using well water or other
unmetered water. New customers with less than three
years of history but more than three months of winter
usage in any given year, will have their “Three-Year
Winter Average” determined by the average of the winter
water usage for the total number of years they have been
customers of record.(1)
B. Multi-Residential Rate Charges
1. Defined as: Sewer service for master metered water
service for multi-residential households including for example; duplexes, townhomes, apartments, and mobile homes.
2. The monthly sewer bill for the complex is calculated by
adding the monthly fixed sewer system charge based on meter size, plus the sewer rates multiplied by the three-year winter average, for the entire complex. (1)
Note: There is no cap on consumption for multi-residential customers.
3. Monthly Multi-Residential Sewer Charges without Consumption History: The multi-residential sewer rate
shall be determined by calculating the total monthly sewer rate for all multi-residential customers and
dividing it by the number of multi-residential dwelling units. The monthly sewer rate per dwelling unit is
multiplied by the new customer’s number of dwelling units and this shall be added to the monthly fixed sewer system charges, based on meter size, to determine
the monthly rate. This is applicable to new complexes that do not have a prior winter consumption history.(1)
New multi-residential customers with less than three years of history but more than three months of winter
usage in any given year, will have their “Three-Year Winter Average” determined by the average of the winter water usage for the total number of years they have been customers of record.
53.11 DEFINITIONS OF COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL SEWER SERVICE RATES,
CHARGES AND FEES
All District sewer rates, charges, and fees are subject to Board approval of rate increases to commercial and industrial sewer
services billed on or after January 1, 2021 and may apply to sewer services as early as the beginning of December 2020 and
periodically thereafter through December 31, 2025. The
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
increases shall be the amount sufficient to cover cost increases related to operation and maintenance, but not to exceed 10% per
year.
Five-year Periodic Pass-through Rate Increases or Decreases from
District Wholesalers - All District sewer rates, fees, and charges, are subject to periodic rate changes from the
District’s public agency wholesalers for a five-year period beginning January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2025.
Set-up Fees for Accounts - A set-up fee (1) shall be charged for each account transferred to another customer.
Average Annual Consumption - The Average Annual Consumption,
measured in units of hundred cubic feet (HCF). The annual
consumption period is January through December of the preceding
year divided by the number of months of consumption. This
average is reduced by a 15% usage discount which recognizes that
not all water used flows into the sewer system.
Sewer Rate - The rate (1) is determined by the commercial customer’s sewer strength category in which they are assigned
(low strength, medium strength or high strength).
Monthly Fixed Sewer System Charges - The monthly fixed sewer system charge is determined by the commercial customer’s water meter size. (1)
Strength Factor - The State Water Resources Control Board
(SWRCB) has grouped commercial customers into various categories and has identified Strength Factors for each of these business
categories. The standard of measure for Strength Factors is the
typical sewer strength of a single‐family residence which has strength factor of 1.
A. Commercial Rate Charges
1. The monthly sewer bill for commercial sewer customers is calculated by multiplying the average annual
consumption, reduced by 15%, by the sewer rates based on strength plus the monthly fixed sewer system
charges based on the customer’s water meter size. (1)
2. For new commercial sewer customers without consumption
history, staff shall make a determination of the average annual consumption to be used until a year’s
consumption data can be collected. The determination shall be based on the prior owner or tenant of the sewer connection, or based on the most similar type of current business operation. If the customer does not agree with staff’s recommendation, the customer may
request an adjustment in writing, and direct it to the General Manager.
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
B. Industrial and Other Users
1. Charges determined by the Board of Directors on a
case-by-case basis.
Monthly fixed sewer system charges shall commence upon
installation of the water meter to serve the premises
receiving the sewer service, upon connection to the District
sewer system, upon start of occupancy of the premises to be
served, or one year after the date the application for sewer
service is filed. If a sewer service connection has been
obtained and if sewer service will not be used until
sometime after installation of the water meter, commencement
of the sewer system charge may be deferred until the later
date only upon prior approval of the General Manager.
C. Commercial User Classifications
Commercial sewer service customers are subject to periodic inspection of the premises by the District for verification
of proper sewer strength classification. In addition to such periodic inspections, strength classifications will be
reviewed periodically, at the discretion of the District. If warranted following a periodic inspection, periodic classification review, or a change in the nature of a
customer’s business and/or use of the property, customers may be reclassified to reflect their current business
operations and proper sewer strength, at the discretion of the District and consistent with the standards set forth
herein and in the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) listing for sewer strength.
1. Low-Strength Commercial = 1.0 Strength Factor
Car wash
General office and buildings
Barber and beauty shops Department, retail stores and general commercial Hospitals and convalescent homes Public Laundromats and dry cleaners
Professional office or office building Warehouse
Bars without dining facilities
Churches Schools (Elementary, junior & High Schools, Colleges)
Other uses having a similar strength as determined by the District
2. Medium-Strength Commercial = 2.0 Strength Factor
Hotels without dining facilities or cooking facilities
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SECTION 25 CONDITIONS FOR WATER SERVICE
25.01 SERVICE AREA
Water service shall be furnished by the District only to
property within (annexed to) a water improvement district within
the District’s service area. Water service to property located
outside an improvement district may be furnished only upon prior
approval of the Board of Directors. Temporary water service to
property located outside an improvement district may be
furnished, in accordance with Section 25.03 D.15., upon the
approval of the General Manager.
25.02 DEFINITION OF "HCF" AND "UNIT OF WATER"
As used in the Code the terms "HCF" and "unit of water" are
interchangeable and each shall mean 100 cubic feet or 748
gallons of water.
25.03 DEFINITIONS OF WATER SERVICE CATEGORIES, WATER RATES, CHARGES
AND FEES
Water service furnished by the District shall be under the
categories of services and at the rates, charges and fees as set
forth in Appendix A, Section 25.
All District water rates, charges and fees are subject to Board
approval of rate increases beginning January 1, 2023 and
periodically thereafter through December 31, 2027. The
increases shall be the amount sufficient to cover pass-through
costs from wholesale water and energy suppliers, and increases
in overall non-supplier costs, in addition to increases in pass-
through costs, not to exceed the annual increase in the Consumer
Price Index-U for the San Diego-Carlsbad Area as of January 31
of the preceding year.
Five-year periodic pass–through rate increases or decreases from
District wholesalers – All District water rates, charges and
fees are subject to periodic rate changes from the District’s
public agency wholesalers for a five-year period beginning
January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2027.
A.Set-up Fees for Accounts A set-up fee shall be charged for
each account transferred to another customer. See Appendix
A, 25.03 A. for charges. A deposit will be required of all
customers who do not own the property to be served. See
Appendix A, 25.04 A. for deposit amounts.
B.Monthly Fixed MWD & CWA Charges Each potable water service
customer shall pay a monthly MWD and CWA fixed system
charge, as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 B. Proceeds of
the charge will be used to pay for operating and
maintenance costs, including the following: MWD Readiness-
Exhibit 2a
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to-Serve Charge, CWA Infrastructure Access Charge, Customer
Service Charge, Emergency Storage Charge, Fixed
Transportation Charge, and Supply Reliability Charge. The
MWD & CWA charge is based on the size of the water meter(s)
in service with the exception of upsizing the meter for
individually metered residential fire service, as described
in Section 38.03 of the Code. The MWD & CWA charge shall
start upon installation of the meter.
C.Monthly Fixed System Charges Each water service customer
shall pay a monthly fixed system charge, as set forth in
Appendix A, 25.03 C. Proceeds of the charge will be used
to pay for water system replacement, maintenance, and
operation expenses. The system charge is based on the
customer class and the size of the water meter(s) in
service. For individually metered residential fire
service, as outlined in Section 38.03 of the Code, the size
and fee would be set based on water use requirements
without additional fire capacity. The system charge shall
start upon installation of the meter.
D.Categories of Water Service The definitions and rates and
charges for water service furnished by the District shall
be as follows:
1.DOMESTIC RESIDENTIAL WATER
(a)Defined as: Water service for single residential
and individually metered attached households as
well as other domestic uses (other than that
provided for in Paragraph 2.(a)).
(b) Base Rate: The tiered base rates of water
furnished under this category shall be set forth
in Appendix A, 25.03 D.1.(b).
(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for water service is set forth in Appendix A,
25.03 C.1.
2.MULTI-RESIDENTIAL WATER
(a)Defined as: Master metered water service for
multiple residential households, for example,
duplexes, townhomes, apartments, and mobile
homes.
(b)Base Rate: The tiered base rates of water
furnished for each dwelling unit in this category
shall be as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03
D.2.(b).
(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for water service is set forth in Appendix A,
25.03 C.2.
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3.BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL WATER
(a)Defined as: Potable water service for commercial
and industrial establishments.
(b)Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.3.(b).
(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for water service is set forth in Appendix A,
25.03 C.3.
4.NON-PUBLIC IRRIGATION AND COMMERCIAL AGRICULTURE USING
POTABLE WATER
(a)Non-public irrigation is potable water service
provided solely for irrigation of landscape or
landscaping, as defined in Section 0.02 of this
Code.
(b) Commercial agricultural engaged in the growing or
raising of livestock, in conformity with
recognized practices of husbandry, for the
purpose of commerce, trade or industry, or
agricultural horticultural or floricultural
products and produced,
(i) for human consumption or for the market,
or
(ii)for the feeding of fowl or livestock
produced for human consumption or for the
market, or
(iii) for feeding fowl or livestock for the
purpose of obtaining their products for
human consumption or for the market, such
products to be grown or raised on a
parcel of land having an area of not less
than one acre utilized exclusively
therefore.
(c)Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.4.(c).
(d) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for water service is set forth in Appendix A,
25.03 C.4.
5.PUBLICLY-OWNED WATER
(a)Defined as: Potable water service for publicly-
owned establishments and/or entities exempt from
District property taxes.
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(b)Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.5.(b).
(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for water service is set forth in Appendix A,
25.03 C.5.
6.PUBLIC IRRIGATION WATER
(a)Defined as: Potable water service provided
solely for irrigation of publicly-owned landscape
or landscaping as defined in Section 0.02 of this
Code and/or entities exempt from District
property taxes.
(b)Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.6.(b).
(c) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for water service is set forth in Appendix A,
25.03 C.6.
7.CONSTRUCTION WATER
(a)Defined as: Potable water service for
construction or for temporary purposes pursuant
to Section 31 of this Code.
(b)The rates for water furnished under this category
is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.7.(b).
(c)Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for water service is set forth in Appendix A,
25.03 C.7.
8.RECYCLED WATER – NON-PUBLIC IRRIGATION, CONSTRUCTION,
AND CERTAIN NON-IRRIGATION PURPOSES
(a)Defined as: Non-potable and recycled water service
provided for irrigation of landscaping, as defined
in Section 0.02 of the Code, and certain non-
irrigation purposes, other than domestic use, in
compliance with federal, state, and local laws and
regulations regarding use of recycled water.
(b)The provisions of this Code, relating to use of
recycled water, set forth in Section 26 of the Code,
including but not limited to cross-connections and
backflow protective devices, shall be strictly
enforced in connection with the use of recycled
water.
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(c)Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.8.(c).
(d) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for recycled water service is set forth in
Appendix A, 25.03 C.8.
9.RECYCLED WATER - COMMERCIAL
(a)Defined as: Non-potable and recycled water service
provided for commercial customers, as defined in
Section 0.02 of the Code, and certain non-irrigation
purposes, other than domestic use, in compliance
with federal, state and local laws and regulations
regarding use of recycled water.
(b)The provisions of this Code, relating to use of
recycled water, set forth in Section 26 of the Code,
including but not limited to cross-connections and
backflow protective devices, shall be strictly
enforced in connection with the use of recycled
water.
(c)Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.9.(c).
(d) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for recycled water service is set forth in
Appendix A, 25.03 C.8.
10.RECYCLED WATER – PUBLIC IRRIGATION
(a)Defined as: Non-potable and recycled water service
provided for irrigation of publicly-owned
landscaping, as defined in Section 0.02 of the Code,
and/or entities exempt from District property taxes,
and certain non-irrigation purposes, other than
domestic use, in compliance with federal, state and
local laws and regulations regarding use of recycled
water.
(b)The provisions of this Code, relating to use of
recycled water, set forth in Section 26 of the Code,
including but not limited to cross-connections and
backflow protective devices, shall be strictly
enforced in connection with the use of recycled
water.
(c)Base Rate: The base rate for water furnished
under this category shall be determined as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.10.(c).
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(d) Monthly system charge: The monthly system charge
for recycled water service is set forth in
Appendix A, 25.03 C.8.
11.POTABLE INTERIM BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL WATER
(a) Defined as: Potable water service provided by
the District on a temporary basis to business and
commercial customers in Improvement District 7
(ID 7) pursuant to individual agreements.
(b)If capacity fees have not been paid by the
customer, the rates for water furnished under
this category is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03
D.11.(b).
(c)If the customer has paid equivalent capacity and
annexation fees, the rates and charges for water
furnished under this category shall be the rates
set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 D.3.(b).
(d)The applicable monthly system charge shall be the
same rates charged to customers in the same
category of service on a permanent meter basis
per Appendix A, 25.03 C.3.
(e)Conversion to Permanent Service. At such time as
use expires, the customer shall be required to
pay all unpaid fees in effect at the time the
permanent use is implemented.
12.POTABLE INTERIM NON-PUBLIC IRRIGATION AND COMMERCIAL
AGRICULTURE WATER
(a) Defined as: Potable water service provided by
the District on a temporary basis to non-public
irrigation and commercial agriculture customers
in Improvement District 7 (ID 7).
(b)If capacity fees have not been paid by the
customer, the rates for water furnished under
this category is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03
D.12.(b).
(c)If the customer has paid capacity and annexation
fees, the rates and charges for water furnished
under this category shall be the rates set forth
in Appendix A, 25.03 D.4.(c).
(d)The applicable monthly system charge shall be the
same rates charged to customers in the same
category of service on a permanent meter basis
per Appendix A, 25.03 C.4.
(e)Conversion to Permanent Service. At such time as
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use expires, the customer shall be required to
pay all unpaid fees in effect at the time the
permanent use is implemented.
13.TANK TRUCKS
(a)Defined as: Water service provided for the
filling of tanks on motor vehicles transporting
water used for other than earth grading purposes,
which service shall be made only through a
portable meter issued by the District to a
customer specifically for use in accordance with
the provisions herein for such service.
(b)The rate for metered water furnished under this
category is reflected in Appendix A, 25.03.D.13.
(b), plus a monthly system charge at the rate set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C.4.
(c)Requirements for Use of Water Meter
(1)To receive such service, the customer must
make a deposit for the use a water meter
furnished by the District. The fee is set
forth in Appendix A, 31.03 A.1.
(2)Upon termination of the service, the Dis-
trict will refund the amount of deposit
remaining after making the following
deductions:
(i)Cost of repairing or replacing the
meter, fire hydrant and/or any fittings
damaged or lost while in use; and
(ii)Unpaid charges for water or other
applicable charges.
(3)Prior to the end of each six month period
following issuance of a meter under this
section, or at the request of the District,
whichever is earlier, the customer shall
return the meter to the District for
inspection, repair, or calibration as deemed
necessary by the District.
(4)Payment for water service under this cate-
gory shall be made as follows:
(i)The bill shall be based on the amount
of water actually used, which shall be
determined by the District’s reading of
the meter or by a report made by the
customer to the District in the manner
prescribed by the District.
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(ii) Where the actual amount of water used
cannot be determined as provided in
(i), the District will issue a bill
based on a District estimate of the
amount of water used, as determined by
the District. Such estimates shall be
reconciled with actual amounts used
when the customer returns the meter to
the District as provided in paragraph 3
above.
(iii)Payments shall be made as specified on
the bill.
14.WATER SERVICE OUTSIDE DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
(a)Defined as: Water service for real property
outside the service area of the District.
(b)This service will be provided only upon prior
approval of the General Manager when there is a
surplus of water over and above the existing
needs for service in the District. This service
is temporary and may be terminated upon written
notice from the District. Customers for this
service are sometimes referred to as "outside
users."
(c)Customers applying for this category of service
shall pay an application fee as set forth in
Appendix A, 25.03 D.14.(c).
(d)The rate for metered water furnished under this
category shall be charged the rate as described
in Appendix A, 25.03 D.14.(d), plus a monthly
system charge at the rate set forth in Appendix
A, 25.03 C.5.
(e)Customers requesting only fire service or a fire
hydrant under this category shall be charged a
capacity fee based on one (1) EDU for a permanent
meter in the improvement district from which the
fire service derives its flow, plus a monthly
system charge at the rate set forth in Appendix
A, 25.03 D.16.(c).
15.WATER SERVICE OUTSIDE AN IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
(a)Defined as: Water service for property located
within the boundaries of the District, but not
within a water improvement district. Customers
for this service are sometimes referred to as
"outside users."
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(b)Customers applying for this service shall pay an
application fee as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03
D.15.(b). The District will review the
application to determine whether the land to be
served should be annexed to an improvement
district. If it is determined that annexation is
not practical, the Board of Directors may
authorize service as an outside user. This
service will be reviewed periodically until it is
determined that the property must be annexed to
an improvement district or that service must be
terminated.
(c) The rate for metered water furnished under this
category is as set forth in Appendix A, 25.03
D.15.(c), plus a monthly system charge as set
forth in Appendix A, 25.03 C.5.
(d)Upon approval of the Board of Directors, a cus-
tomer, who has paid all construction costs for
facilities necessary to serve the customer's
property in lieu of annexation to a water
improvement district, shall be exempt from the
provision for this category of service.
16.SERVICE FOR FIRE PROTECTION
(a)Defined as: Water service provided by the Dis-
trict solely to feed fire hydrants or fire
sprinkler systems from lines or laterals con-
nected to District water mains.
(b)The District will not make a charge for the
quantity of water used for fire protection
purposes.
(c)The monthly system charge for this category
of service is set forth in Appendix A, 25.03
D.16.(c) for each connection to a District water
main made for fire protection service.
17.WATER SERVICE UNDER SPECIAL AGREEMENTS
(a)Defined as: Water service provided under express
agreements approved by the Board of Directors for
service to golf courses and other entities, which
service may be curtailed or interrupted by the
District under conditions provided in such
agreements.
(b)For water service under this category the base
rate shall be determined on a case-by-case basis.
E.Energy Charges for Pumping Water
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In addition to water rates and other charges provided for
in this Section 25.03, customers shall be charged an energy
pumping charge based on the quantity of water used and the
elevation to which the water has been lifted to provide
service.
1. Potable Water Energy Pumping Charge: The energy
pumping charge for potable water shall be made at the
rate set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 E.1.
2. Recycled Water Energy Pumping Charge: The energy
pumping charge for recycled water shall be made at the
rate set forth in Appendix A, 25.03 E.2.
25.04 DEPOSITS BY LESSEES OR NON-OWNERS OF PROPERTY
A. AMOUNT OF DEPOSIT
The customer's deposit shall be applied to reduce or
satisfy any delinquent payment or other amount due the
District at the time of termination of water service to
the customer. Any portion of the deposit remaining, after
satisfaction of the amount due, shall be refunded to the
customer that made the deposit.
The deposits listed per Appendix A, 25.04 A. may be waived
for a new residential applicant where the applicant
demonstrates credit worthiness based upon prior utility
payments or a non-delinquent water account for one year or
other similar evidence of credit.
B. REFUND OF DEPOSIT
Where funds have been on deposit for twelve months in a
domestic service account and there has been no more than
one delinquent payment on that account during that period,
the District will apply a credit to the water account in
the amount of the deposit.
C. LETTER OF CREDIT
A letter of credit, in a form approved by the General
Manager or Department Head of Finance, may be submitted to
the District to satisfy the deposit requirements.
25.05 SERVICE TO SUBSEQUENT CUSTOMERS
After a water meter has been installed for a customer and all
fees and charges have been paid, water service may be furnished
to a subsequent customer through the water meter installed
without payment of further charges, except for the set-up fee
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for transferred accounts, payment of delinquent charges for the
applicant's service or other deposits that may be required by
this Code.
25.06 PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND LEGAL OBJECTION PROCESS FOR RATE CHANGES
California law requires that certain changes to retail water and
sewer fees and charges be adopted in accordance with procedures
outlined in Article XIII D, of the California Constitution,
commonly referred to as “Proposition 218." Additionally, the
Otay Water District has established a formal process, an
exhaustion of administrative remedies procedure (“exhaustion
procedure”) consistent with Assembly Bill No. 2257 (2024)
(chaptered at Government Code sections 53759.1 and 53759.2). The
exhaustion procedure allows ratepayers to raise legal objections
regarding proposed water or sewer rate increases. This process
ensures that ratepayers have an opportunity to voice legal
objections to a proposed property-related fee, charge, or
assessment (“fee”) for water or sewer service, and provides an
opportunity for the District to address or resolve any legal
objections before the Board of Directors makes a final decision
on whether to adopt a proposed fee pursuant to Proposition 218.
The exhaustion procedure outlined below provides a structured
framework and requires ratepayers to participate in the pre-
adoption legal objection process in order to preserve the legal
right to bring forward any judicial action or proceeding against
the District regarding the fee structure.
A.GENERAL DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS PER THE EXHAUSTION PROCEDURE
1.District will notify the public of the amount of the
proposed fee by way of the Proposition 218 notice
mailed to all customers and/or owners of record,
2.Make the District’s written basis for the proposed fee
(including any cost of service report) publicly
available (including on the District’s website),
3.Provide 45 days for any ratepayer to review the
proposed fee and its basis and make any legal
objection,
4.Require any such objection to be in a writing to the
District that specifies the grounds for alleged
noncompliance with Proposition 218, and
5.Require the District to consider and respond in
writing to timely submitted objections prior to the
close of the protest hearing required under
Proposition 218.
B.BOARD ACTIONS AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
1.The District Board hereby adopts the exhaustion of
administrative remedies procedure contained in
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Government Code section 53759.1(c), as further
described below.
2.In connection with the District’s consideration of
water or sewer rate increases, the District Board
hereby directs the staff to take the following
actions:
(a)Public Hearing Date. Establish a date certain for
a public hearing on any proposed water or sewer
rates, at which hearing the staff shall present a
summary of any written legal objections from the
public during the objection period and responses
from staff to those objections. The Board may
consider any protests to the proposed fee
increases on the same or a different date, but
only after considering all objections and
responses. The Board may continue the hearing
from time-to-time in order to provide additional
time for consideration of, and responses to, any
timely-submitted legal objections and/or
protests.
(b)Cost of Service Report. Make available to the
public the written basis for the proposed fee or
assessment (the “Cost of Service Report”) by:
(i)posting it on the District’s website,
(ii)making it available at the headquarters
of the District, and
(iii)mailing it to any property owner upon
request.
(c)Objection Period. Establish a time frame for an
“objection period” of not less than 45 days
between mailing of the notice described below and
the public hearing, during which period the
public may submit a written legal objection to
any aspect of the Cost of Service Report.
(d)Public Notice. Notify the public in writing of the
availability of the Cost of Service Report in the
notice sent pursuant to subdivision (c) of
Section 4 or paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of
Section 6 of Article XIII D of the California
Constitution, and include in that notice:
(i)a prominently displayed statement that
all written legal objections must be
submitted within the written objection
period and that a failure to timely
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object in writing bars any right to
challenge that fee or assessment through
a legal proceeding; and
(ii)a prominently displayed description of
all substantive and procedural
requirements for submitting an objection
to the proposed fee or assessment; and
(iii)the process for submitting protests.
3.In connection with the District’s consideration of
water or sewer rate increases, the District Board will
determine at the hearing:
(a)Whether the written legal objections and the
District’s response warrant clarifications to the
proposed fee or assessment or the Cost of Service
Report.
(b)Whether to reduce the proposed fee or assessment.
(c)Whether to further review the Cost of Service
Report and proposed fee or assessment before
making a determination on whether clarification
or reduction is needed.
(d)Whether to proceed with the protest hearing or
ballot tabulation hearing required under Section
4 or 6 of Article XIII D of the California
Constitution.
4.This exhaustion procedure will apply to any proposed
water or sewer fees for which notice is provided
pursuant to Proposition 218.
5.Pursuant to Government Code sections 53759.1 and
53759.2, a person or entity will be prohibited from
bringing a judicial action or proceeding that alleges
non-compliance with Proposition 218 for any new,
increased, or extended fee adopted by the District,
unless that person or entity has timely submitted to
the District a written legal objection to that fee
that specifies the grounds for the alleged non-
compliance.
25.07 PROCESS TO REQUEST A VARIANCE FROM ANY APPLICABLE WATER FEES AND
CHARGES
A request for a variance or exception to any water-related fee
or charge may be filed with the District. The request must be
accompanied by photographs, drawings, or other supporting
documentation, including a written statement from the applicant
demonstrating that a variance or exception is justified due to
unusual circumstances applicable to the property. The General
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Manager, or their designee, will review and act upon the request
within thirty (30) days after a completed application package
has been received. The applicant requesting the variance shall
be notified of the decision in writing. Any approved change will
commence on the next water billing cycle.
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
SECTION 53 CONDITIONS FOR SEWER SERVICE
53.01 CONDITIONS FOR ACQUISITION OF SEWER SERVICE CAPACITY
Sewer service capacity may be acquired only for service to a
specific address, parcel of land, or a land development project
covered by an approved map. An approved map shall mean a
recorded final map, a recorded parcel map or a tentative sub-
division map that has been approved by the County or by a City,
as applicable.
A.District Acceptance of Sewer Facilities for Russell Square
Area - Under an Agreement with Cal Dorado Development,
Inc., dated June 28, 1981, the District accepted title to a
sewer pump station, force main and appurtenances for a
sewage system to provide sewer service to the residential
dwelling units to be constructed within the parcels of land in San Diego County Tentative Parcel Map 17150. Under an
Agreement with Cal Dorado Development, Inc., dated June 18,
1981, the District agreed to provide service to such
parcels on the terms and conditions contained therein. On
October 1, 1984, pursuant to Resolution No. 2139, the
District Board of Directors accepted title to the
facilities.
53.02 SERVICE AREAS
Sewer service shall be furnished by the District only to property located in Improvement District No. 18 (ID 18) and the
Russell Square Sewer Service Area. Sewer service to property
located outside such areas may be furnished only upon annexation
to ID 18 and payment of all applicable annexation fees. (See
Appendix A, Section 9)
A.Designation of Russell Square Sewer Area - The geographical
area described on the District Map entitled "Russell Square
Sewer Service Area," dated October 11, 1988, on file with
the District Secretary, constitutes the Russell Square
Sewer Service Area.
53.03 ACQUISITION OF SEWER CONNECTIONS FOR SERVICE
Effective October 1, 2014, two separate sewer capacity fees have
been established to ensure sewer customers do not pay for facilities twice. The first capacity fee applies to parcels
within an ID that paid prior tax debt. The second capacity fee
applies parcels outside an ID that have not paid the tax debt.
The sewer capacity fees shall constitute the "base rate." For
fees or charges after June 7, 2017, the base rate shall be
adjusted on the first day of each calendar quarter for
fluctuations in construction costs, as measured by the
Engineering News Record Construction Cost Index for the Los
Angeles Region. The ENR Construction Cost Index of 11,555.03
Exhibit 2b
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
(as of April 1, 2017) shall be deemed the "base index." The
adjustment shall be in an amount equal to the percentage change
in the ENR Construction Cost Index from the base index for the
period from April 1, 2017 to the date of payment.
1. Sewer Capacity Fee within an ID
All new sewer connections for parcels within a sewer ID
shall pay a capacity fee (1) for each Equivalent Dwelling
Unit (EDU) of sewer service provided. The capacity fee is
due at the time an application for sewer service is
requested. The number of EDUs for the connection shall be
as set forth in Section 53.08 of the Code.
2. Sewer Capacity Fee outside an ID
All new sewer connections for parcels not within a sewer ID
(requiring to be annexed into a sewer ID18 per Code Section
9.04 C.) shall pay a capacity fee (1) for each Equivalent
Dwelling Unit (EDU) of sewer service provided. The
capacity fee is due at the time an application for sewer
service is requested. The number of EDUs for the
connection shall be as set forth in Section 53.08 of the
Code.
B. Russell Square Pump Station
1. Sewer Connection Fee
A connection fee (1) for each Equivalent Dwelling Unit
(EDU) of sewer service provided through Russell Square
Pump Station shall be collected. The connection fee
is due at the time an application for sewer service is
submitted. The number of EDUs for the connection
shall be as set forth in Section 53.08 of the Code.
The connection fee shall be used by the District
solely for the maintenance, repair or replacement of
the Russell Square Pump Station.
(a) Exempt Parcels - The connection fee shall not
apply to connections for sewer service to the
parcels within the Tentative Parcel Map 17150.
Such exempt parcels are currently identified as
Assessor Parcel Nos. 497-011-41, 497-011-42, 497-
011-44, 497-011-46 and 497-011-47.
2. Monthly Sewer Service Charge
A monthly sewer service charge (1) to cover normal
operational costs of the Russell Square Pump Station
and force mains shall be collected. This charge shall
be reviewed by the Board of Directors from time to
time to assure that such charges cover the costs for
operation of the sewer facilities.
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
In addition, the customer for such service shall pay the monthly
service charge (1) for sewer service set forth in Section 53.10 A
and B of the Code.
53.04 CHARGES FOR INSTALLATION OF SEWER LATERALS
Upon application for construction of one or more sewer laterals,
the customer shall deposit with the District the estimated costs to be incurred by the District in connection with the instal-
lation of the facilities required, as determined by the
District. Upon completion of the work, the District shall
calculate the actual costs incurred by the District in
performing the work. If actual costs are less than the amount
deposited, the District shall refund the balance of the deposit
to the customer. If actual costs exceed the amount deposited,
the customer shall reimburse the District for the additional
costs.
53.05 PAYMENT OF FEES
All fees prescribed in the Code shall become owing, due and payable at the time application is made to connect a premise to
the sewer system of the District. The fees shall be paid to the
District prior to the issuance of any permit authorizing the
connection of such premise to the District sewer system. If the
proposed connection cannot be made, the fee may be refunded when
approved by the General Manager.
53.06 SEWER SERVICE USE CHANGES RESULTING IN INCREASED SYSTEM
UTILIZATION
The use of a sewer connection shall be limited to the type and
number of EDUs authorized by the original wastewater discharge
permit. Before adding any additional equivalent dwelling units,
buildings, modifying existing buildings, or change of occupancy
type, the property owner shall make a supplementary wastewater
permit application to the District for such change in use and
pay additional sewer annexation fees per EDU, if necessary, as
may be applicable. Periodic inspection of the premises may be
made by the District and if actual use is greater than estimated
use, an assessment for additional annexation fees shall be
assessed. (1)
53.07 WASTEWATER DISCHARGE PERMIT ISSUANCE AND LIMITATION
A. A wastewater discharge permit shall be required for any
property for which a request is made to discharge into the District sewage system.
B. Every wastewater discharge permit shall expire by
limitations and shall become null and void, if the
construction or work authorized by such permit is not
commenced within 120 days from date of issuance of such
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
wastewater discharge permit or if the construction or work
authorized by such wastewater discharge permit is suspended
or abandoned for a period of 120 days at any time after the
work is commenced.
C. Before such work can be recommenced, a new wastewater
discharge permit application must be filed with the
District. The District may reactivate the previous
wastewater discharge permit provided that wastewater
quantity and type is the same as the wastewater discharge
allowed under the original permit, and provided further that
such suspension and abandonment has not exceeded one year.
Fees paid for the previous wastewater discharge permit may
be credited toward the total permit fees required on the new
permit application. Reactivation of the previous wastewater
discharge permit shall be subject to District sewer capacity
being available at the time of new application and subject
to any additional costs or charges imposed during the period
of such suspension or abandonment.
53.08 BASIS FOR DETERMINATION OF EQUIVALENT DWELLING UNITS (EDUs)
The number of EDUs for sewer service shall be determined on the
following basis:
A. Residential Facilities
EDUs Description
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▪ Single-family residence (Includes manufactured homes
and mobile homes which are on private lots.)
▪ A secondary structure with a kitchen is considered an
additional EDU
▪ Each individual living unit in apartments, multi-
family housing and residential condominiums
▪ Each individual space in mobile homes and trailer
Parks
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
B. Commercial/Industrial Facilities
1. Food Service Establishments
EDUs Description
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▪ Take-out restaurants with disposable utensils, no
dishwasher and no public restrooms
▪ Take-out restaurants with disposable utensils, no
dishwasher and no public restrooms
▪ Miscellaneous food establishments – ice cream shops,
yogurt shops, bakeries (sales on premise only)
▪ Take-out/eat-in restaurants with disposable utensils,
but with seating and public restrooms
▪ Restaurants with reusable utensils, seating and public
restrooms (0-18 seats)
o Add 1.0 EDU for each additional 6 seat unit, or
portion thereof
2. Hotels and Motels
EDUs Description
.38 Per living unit without kitchen
.60 Per living unit with Kitchen
3. Commercial, Professional, Industrial Buildings and
Establishments not specifically listed herein
EDUs Description
1.2 For first 1,000 square feet AND
+0.7 For each additional 1,000 square feet or portion thereof
Applies to any office, store or industrial condominium or
Establishments
1.2
+0.7
For first 1,000 square feet AND
For each additional 1,000 square feet of gross building
floor area. Portions less than 1,000 sq. ft. will be
prorated.
Applies to situations where the occupancy type or usage
is unknown at the time of application for service. This
shall include, but not be limited to, shopping centers,
industrial parks and professional office buildings.
1.0 Self-service laundry per washer
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4. Convalescent Homes
EDUs Description
0.7/bed Skilled nursing care facilities, psychological
hospitals, convalescent hospitals; licensed by the
applicable Governmental Agency.
0.5/bed Community Care Facilities with 16 or more beds licensed
by the applicable Governmental Agency.
1.0 Community Care Homes with six or fewer total residents,
including resident staff and housekeepers (to be the
same EDU as a single family residence).
C. Other commercial, industrial and other types of business
establishments not included in 53.08 B.1 through 53.08 B.4
If the establishment is not included in 53.08 B.1 through
53.08 B.4 or if the EDUs specified in 53.08 B.1 through
53.08 B.4 are not representative of actual flow due to the
number of employees or type of operation, the number of
EDUs shall be determined in each case by the list of
commercial strengths as defined by the State Water
Resources Control Board (SWRCB) or by the General Manager
and shall be based upon the estimated volume and type of
wastewater discharge into the sewer.
Examples of commercial, industrial and other business
establishments include, but are not limited to, bottling
works, supermarkets, markets, deli/markets, convenience
stores, hospitals, laundries (other than self-service
laundries), automobile service stations, mortuaries, day-
care centers, bars and pool halls.
53.09 TRANSFER, ASSIGNMENT, OR RESALE OF SEWER CONNECTION RIGHTS
EDU sewer connection rights obtained by a customer may not be
sold, transferred, or assigned separately from ownership of the
real property for which they were obtained, unless otherwise
stated in an agreement with the District.
53.10 DEFINITIONS OF RESIDENTIAL AND MULTI-RESIDENTIAL SEWER SERVICE
RATES, CHARGES AND FEES
All District sewer rates, charges, and fees are subject to Board
approval of rate increases to residential and multi-residential
sewer services billed on or after January 1, 2021 and may apply
to sewer services as early as the beginning of December 2020 and
periodically thereafter through December 31, 2025. The
increases shall be the amount sufficient to cover cost increases
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
related to operation and maintenance, but not to exceed 10% per
year.
Five-year Periodic Pass-through Rate Increases or Decreases from
District Wholesalers - All District sewer rates, charges, and
fees are subject to periodic rate changes from the District’s
public agency wholesalers for a five-year period beginning
January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2025.
Set-up Fees for Accounts - A set-up fee (1) shall be charged for
each account transferred to another customer.
Three-year Winter Average - Sewer rates shall be based on the
average of the customer’s “Three-Year Winter Average” water
consumption, measured in units of hundred cubic feet (HCF). The
winter average period is January through April. The three-year
winter average is calculated by adding the four months of water
consumption and dividing the resulting amount by four for each of
the preceding three years and then taking the average of those
three years. This average is then reduced by a 15% usage
discount, recognizing that not all water used flows into the sewer
system. The sewer rate is multiplied by the “Three-Year Winter
Average” calculation for each customer (after the above noted 15%
discount) and this amount is added to the monthly fixed sewer
system charge applicable to the size of meter. The resulting
amount shall be charged on a monthly basis and fixed for an entire
calendar year, until a new “Three-Year Winter Average” is
determined for the following year.
The sewer rate is multiplied by the “Three-year Winter Average”
calculation for each customer (after the above noted 15%
discount) and this amount is added to the monthly fixed sewer
system charge applicable to the size of meter. The resulting
amount shall be charged on a monthly basis and fixed for an
entire calendar year, until a new “Three-year Winter Average” is
determined for the following year. (1)
A. Residential Rate Charges
1. Defined as: Sewer service for individually metered
residential households.
2. The monthly sewer bill is calculated by adding the
system charge plus the sewer rate as described in
Section 53.10 above.
3. The maximum “Three-year Winter Average” for
individually metered residential customers is 30
units (after the 15% discount).
4. Monthly Residential Sewer Charges without three years of
Consumption History: The average residential sewer rate
shall be determined by calculating the total monthly
sewer rate for all residential customers and dividing it
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
by the number of residential customers. The monthly
average residential sewer rate is then added to the
monthly fixed sewer system charge which shall then be
used to determine the total monthly amount for
residential customers with less than three months of
winter usage, customers using well water or other
unmetered water. New customers with less than three
years of history but more than three months of winter
usage in any given year, will have their “Three-Year
Winter Average” determined by the average of the winter
water usage for the total number of years they have been
customers of record.(1)
B. Multi-Residential Rate Charges
1. Defined as: Sewer service for master metered water
service for multi-residential households including for
example; duplexes, townhomes, apartments, and mobile homes.
2. The monthly sewer bill for the complex is calculated by
adding the monthly fixed sewer system charge based on meter size, plus the sewer rates multiplied by the
three-year winter average, for the entire complex. (1)
Note: There is no cap on consumption for multi-
residential customers.
3. Monthly Multi-Residential Sewer Charges without Consumption History: The multi-residential sewer rate
shall be determined by calculating the total monthly
sewer rate for all multi-residential customers and
dividing it by the number of multi-residential dwelling
units. The monthly sewer rate per dwelling unit is
multiplied by the new customer’s number of dwelling
units and this shall be added to the monthly fixed
sewer system charges, based on meter size, to determine
the monthly rate. This is applicable to new complexes
that do not have a prior winter consumption history.(1)
New multi-residential customers with less than three
years of history but more than three months of winter
usage in any given year, will have their “Three-Year
Winter Average” determined by the average of the winter
water usage for the total number of years they have
been customers of record.
53.11 DEFINITIONS OF COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL SEWER SERVICE RATES,
CHARGES AND FEES
All District sewer rates, charges, and fees are subject to Board
approval of rate increases to commercial and industrial sewer
services billed on or after January 1, 2021 and may apply to
sewer services as early as the beginning of December 2020 and
periodically thereafter through December 31, 2025. The
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
increases shall be the amount sufficient to cover cost increases
related to operation and maintenance, but not to exceed 10% per
year.
Five-year Periodic Pass-through Rate Increases or Decreases from
District Wholesalers - All District sewer rates, fees, and
charges, are subject to periodic rate changes from the
District’s public agency wholesalers for a five-year period
beginning January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2025.
Set-up Fees for Accounts - A set-up fee (1) shall be charged for
each account transferred to another customer.
Average Annual Consumption - The Average Annual Consumption,
measured in units of hundred cubic feet (HCF). The annual
consumption period is January through December of the preceding
year divided by the number of months of consumption. This
average is reduced by a 15% usage discount which recognizes that
not all water used flows into the sewer system.
Sewer Rate - The rate (1) is determined by the commercial
customer’s sewer strength category in which they are assigned
(low strength, medium strength or high strength).
Monthly Fixed Sewer System Charges - The monthly fixed sewer
system charge is determined by the commercial customer’s water
meter size. (1)
Strength Factor - The State Water Resources Control Board
(SWRCB) has grouped commercial customers into various categories
and has identified Strength Factors for each of these business categories. The standard of measure for Strength Factors is the
typical sewer strength of a single‐family residence which has
strength factor of 1.
A. Commercial Rate Charges
1. The monthly sewer bill for commercial sewer customers
is calculated by multiplying the average annual
consumption, reduced by 15%, by the sewer rates based
on strength plus the monthly fixed sewer system
charges based on the customer’s water meter size. (1)
2. For new commercial sewer customers without consumption
history, staff shall make a determination of the
average annual consumption to be used until a year’s
consumption data can be collected. The determination
shall be based on the prior owner or tenant of the
sewer connection, or based on the most similar type of
current business operation. If the customer does not
agree with staff’s recommendation, the customer may
request an adjustment in writing, and direct it to the General Manager.
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
B. Industrial and Other Users
1. Charges determined by the Board of Directors on a
case-by-case basis.
Monthly fixed sewer system charges shall commence upon
installation of the water meter to serve the premises
receiving the sewer service, upon connection to the District
sewer system, upon start of occupancy of the premises to be
served, or one year after the date the application for sewer
service is filed. If a sewer service connection has been
obtained and if sewer service will not be used until
sometime after installation of the water meter, commencement
of the sewer system charge may be deferred until the later
date only upon prior approval of the General Manager.
C. Commercial User Classifications
Commercial sewer service customers are subject to periodic
inspection of the premises by the District for verification
of proper sewer strength classification. In addition to
such periodic inspections, strength classifications will be
reviewed periodically, at the discretion of the District.
If warranted following a periodic inspection, periodic
classification review, or a change in the nature of a
customer’s business and/or use of the property, customers
may be reclassified to reflect their current business
operations and proper sewer strength, at the discretion of
the District and consistent with the standards set forth herein and in the State Water Resources Control Board
(SWRCB) listing for sewer strength.
1. Low-Strength Commercial = 1.0 Strength Factor
Car wash
General office and buildings
Barber and beauty shops Department, retail stores and general commercial
Hospitals and convalescent homes
Public Laundromats and dry cleaners
Professional office or office building
Warehouse
Bars without dining facilities
Churches
Schools (Elementary, junior & High Schools, Colleges)
Other uses having a similar strength as determined by
the District
2. Medium-Strength Commercial = 2.0 Strength Factor
Hotels without dining facilities or cooking facilities
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
Auto repair/sales shop and service station
Shopping centers Other uses having a similar strength as determined by
the District
3. High-Strength Commercial = 4.0 Strength Factor
Bakery or bakery with deli
Hotel with dining facilities
Restaurants and bars with food
Grocery stores with onsite butcher and/or bakery
Other uses having a similar strength as determined by
the District
53.12 ISSUANCE AND PAYMENT OF SEWER BILLS
A. Issuance of Statements: Statements for sewer service or
other charges will be mailed monthly or as soon as
practical, after the applicable charges have been
determined.
B. Due Date: Each statement issued by the District for such
charges shall be due and payable on the date of mailing or
other presentation to the customer.
C. Final Payment Date: All charges in each statement must be
paid on or before the final payment date shown on the
statement, which shall be at least 20 calendar days
following the date of mailing or presentation of the
statement.
D. Place of Payment: Payments shall not be credited to a
customer’s account until cash, check, credit card, draft,
electronic funds transfer, money order or any other
acceptable form of payment that will be honored by the bank
has been received by the District at the District business
office during regular office hours. Deposit of payment in
the mail or at a location other than the District business
office shall not be credited to a customer’s account until
received at the business office.
E. Returned Check Charges: A returned payment charge (see
Appendix A, Section 34 for charge) shall be added to a
customer’s account in each instance where payment has been
made to the District with a check, draft, credit card or any
other acceptable form of payment that has not been honored
upon presentment to the bank upon which it is drawn.
53.13 DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS
A. Requirement of Deposit Due to Repeated Delinquencies: If
payments on a customer account have become delinquent five
or more times, the General Manager, Chief Financial Officer,
or any person delegated by the General Manager, shall be
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(1) See Appendix A, Section 53 for fees, rates, and charges.
authorized to require the customer to make a deposit with
the District, in cash or any other form satisfactory to the
General Manager. The deposit amount shall be established at
the discretion of the General Manager and the Chief
Financial Officer, but shall not exceed two times the
highest bill during the twelve (12) months preceding the
date of demand for a deposit.
B. Handling of Deposit: A deposit shall not earn interest and
shall only be applied to reduce or satisfy amounts due the
District in the event of termination of service. A deposit
does not constitute payment for service bills and the
customer shall be required to comply with bill payment
requirements to continue receiving service.
C. Refund of Deposit: A deposit required under this Section
shall be refunded to the customer as provided in Section
25.04 B of the Code.
53.14 PROCESS TO REQUEST A VARIANCE FROM ANY APPLICABLE SEWER
FEES AND CHARGES
A request for a variance or exception to any sewer-related fee
or charge may be filed with the District. The request must be
accompanied by photographs, drawings, or other supporting
documentation, including a written statement from the applicant
demonstrating that a variance or exception is justified due to
unusual circumstances applicable to the property. The General
Manager, or their designee, will review and act upon the request
within thirty (30) days after a completed application package
has been received. The applicant requesting the variance shall
be notified of the decision in writing. Any approved change will commence on the next sewer billing cycle.
STAFF REPORT
TYPE MEETING: Regular Board MEETING DATE: July 2, 2025
SUBMITTED BY: Andrea Carey, Customer Service Manager
PROJECT:
P2662
DIV. NO. All
APPROVED BY: Joseph R. Beachem, Chief Financial Officer
Jose Martinez, General Manager
SUBJECT: Award a Professional Services Agreement to E Source Companies LLC, and Authorize the General Manager to Execute an Agreement with E Source Companies LLC for Project Management Services
for the Meter Changeout Project for Fiscal Years 2026 through 2031, in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $808,575
GENERAL MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
That the Otay Water District (District) Board of Directors (Board) award a professional services agreement to E Source Companies LLC, and authorize the General Manager to execute an agreement with E
Source Companies LLC for project management services for the Meter Changeout Project for Fiscal Years 2026 through 2031, in an amount
not-to-exceed $808,575.
COMMITTEE ACTION:
See Attachment A.
PURPOSE:
To obtain Board approval for the General Manager to enter into an agreement with E Source Companies LLC for project management services
for the Meter Changeout Project for Fiscal Years 2026 through 2031, in an amount not-to-exceed $808,575.
BACKGROUND:
On January 8, 2025, the Board approved for the General Manager to enter into an agreement with Badger Meter, Inc. for the purchase and
installation of water meters and endpoints as part of a District-wide meter changeout program scheduled to span the next six years. This project will include the installation of ¾-inch to 2-inch water
meters and a cellular Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI).
AGENDA ITEM 6c
ANALYSIS:
Given the scope, scale, and duration of the project, the District requires the services of a project management firm to provide project
management services, software integration oversight, business process design, and field quality control assistance.
Understanding the complexity of the overall project, the District solicited services from consulting firms with experience overseeing
similar projects. The scope of the services is focused on two main components: Project Management and Solution Integration.
Project management services include managing communications between all parties involved in the project, ensuring the project meets all
necessary timeline milestones, developing field verification protocols, and ensuring the project stays on budget. Solution
integration services include ensuring successful integration of the AMI system with all other District applications, testing and validating the data being integrated, and working with District staff to update or create business processes in response to this new technology.
A Request for Proposal (RFP) was advertised on April 25, 2025, on the District’s website and through the District’s online bid solicitation platform, PlanetBids. Proposals were due on May 15, 2025, at which time the District received four proposals from the following firms:
• Carolla Engineers, Inc.
• E Source Companies LLC
• Force 77 Engineering and Consulting
• Zicali, Inc. A five-person review panel evaluated these proposals, scoring each firm’s experience, qualifications, and project approach. The panel
then interviewed the top two firms on June 4, 2025. E Source Companies LLC (E Source) received the highest score based on their extensive experience with similar projects, comprehensive
understanding of the scope of work, and methodology to perform the services required. A summary of the complete evaluation is shown in
Attachment B.
E Source was previously selected as the consultant to assist with the procurement and contract negotiation phase of the project. Staff has been very pleased with their work performance and believes that the
continuity of their involvement during the implementation phase will be valuable to the project overall. E Source has extensive experience performing similar services to water districts across the country, including many in California. Notable recent meter projects include collaborations with the City of Palo Alto, City of Oceanside, and the
City of Santa Ana. Reference checks were completed by staff and all references rated their performance as excellent.
FISCAL IMPACT: Joe Beachem, Chief Financial Officer
The total budget for the Potable Meter Change Out CIP P2662, as approved in the FY 2026 budget, is $31,645,000. Based on a review of
the financial budgets, the Project Manager anticipates that the budget for CIP P2662 is sufficient to support the project.
The Finance Department has determined that, under the current rate model, 100% of the funding will be available from the Replacement
Fund. STRATEGIC GOAL:
Practice ongoing infrastructure renewal and organizational
improvement through planning and increased operational efficiency. LEGAL IMPACT: None.
Attachments:
Attachment A – Committee Action Attachment B – Project Management Evaluation
ATTACHMENT A
SUBJECT/PROJECT:
Award a Professional Services Agreement to E Source Companies LLC, and Authorize the General Manager to Execute
an Agreement with E Source Companies LLC for Project Management Services for the Meter Changeout Project for Fiscal Years 2026 through 2031, in an Amount Not-to-Exceed
$808,575
COMMITTEE ACTION:
The Finance, Administration, and Communications Committee (Committee) reviewed this item at a meeting held on June 17, 2025, and the following comments were made:
• After a discussion of the names of evaluators who conducted the
interview for this project, the Committee recommended that staff disclosed the names or job titles of evaluators/raters for future projects. Legal counsel had no objection to the Committee’s
recommendation. Staff provided the names of the evaluators as follows: Andrea Carey, Jonathan Chambers, Kevin Cameron, Cyndi
Alcantara, and David Blalock.
• In response to a question from the Committee, staff stated that the cost of the FTE over a six-year period would be $1.3 million dollars.
Following the discussion, the Committee supported staffs’ recommendation and presentation to the full board as a consent item.
Firm’s experience with similar projects
Qualifications & experience of the personnel assigned to this project
Project approach & understanding Individual Subtotal
Average Technical Score Fee Score Total Score
Team Presentation & Communication
Strength of the Project Manager & Team
Implementation & Integration Strategy
Problem-Solving & Change Management
Value-Added Expertise & Lessons Learned Individual Subtotal
Average Interview Score Grand Total Score
Maximum Points 30 25 30 85 85 15 100 10 10 10 10 10 50 50 150
Evaluator 1 22 19 23 64Evaluator 2 25 21 26 72
Evaluator 3 26 22 27 75
Evaluator 4 22 21 24 67
Evaluator 5 21 18 21 60
Evaluator 1 30 24 28 82 9 10 9 10 10 48
Evaluator 2 28 24 28 80 10 10 10 9 10 49
Evaluator 3 28 23 28 79 9 10 9 9 10 47
Evaluator 4 28 25 29 82 9 10 9 9 10 47
Evaluator 5 26 21 26 73 9 9 8 8 8 42
Evaluator 1 9 9 5 23
Evaluator 2 17 15 22 54
Evaluator 3 18 14 18 50
Evaluator 4 5 5 5 15
Evaluator 5 9 9 15 33
Evaluator 1 25 19 28 72 6 7 8 7 8 36
Evaluator 2 22 20 24 66 7 7 8 8 7 37
Evaluator 3 28 23 28 79 8 8 9 7 8 40
Evaluator 4 26 23 27 76 6 7 8 7 6 34
Evaluator 5 23 19 23 65 5 6 7 7 5 30
Firm NTE Total Fee
Carollo Engineers, Inc.$2,353,600
E Source Companies LLC $808,575
Force 77 Engineering and Co $1,428,960
Zicali, Inc.$788,970
122.0035.40
Not Interviewed44.00
86.60
Force 77 Engineering and Consulting 35.00 9
Zicali, Inc.71.60 15
15 140.80
Evaluation Score SummaryProject Management Services for Meter
Changeout/AMI Project RFP #FY25-2342-0425
Carollo Engineers, Inc.
E Source Companies LLC
67.60
79.20 46.6094.20
Technical Score
Not Interviewed68.60
Interview Score
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Attachment B
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STAFF REPORT
TYPE MEETING: Regular Board MEETING DATE: July 2, 2025
PROJECT: Various DIV. NO. ALL
SUBMITTED BY: Michael Kerr
Information Technology Manager
APPROVED BY: Adolfo Segura, Chief of Administrative Services
Jose Martinez, General Manager
SUBJECT: REDUCE CIP P2718 FROM $1,675,000 TO $945,120 AND AWARD A CONTRACT
TO SPRYPOINT SERVICES, INC. TO REPLACE THE DISTRICT’S UTILITY
BILLING AND CUSTOMER INFORMATION SYSTEM IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-
EXCEED $2,674,288
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
That the Otay Water District (District) Board of Directors (Board)
authorize the General Manager to enter into a contract with SpryPoint
Services, Inc. (SpryPoint), a Canadian Corporation, in an amount not-to-
exceed $2,674,288 for the acquisition and implementation of a Utility
Billing (UB) and Customer Information System (CIS) software solution to
include software licensing, implementation services, data conversion,
training, post-implementation support, five (5) years of maintenance,
and authorize an enterprise Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) agreement to
support the delivery of conversion to a cloud-based UB and CIS solution.
COMMITTEE ACTION:
Please see "Attachment A".
PURPOSE:
To obtain Board authorization for the General Manager to negotiate and
award (1) a contract with SpryPoint for the purchase of license fees and
implementation services for UB and CIS software, and (2) adoption of a
cloud-based UB solution through an Enterprise Software-as-a-Service
(SaaS) agreement, including all related maintenance, support, and
training services.
AGENDA ITEM 6d
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BACKGROUND:
The new UB and CIS replaces the 20-year-old existing system, which no
longer offers formal support, modern capabilities, or flexibility
required to meet current and future UB and customer service needs. As
the primary interface with nearly every District customer, the UB system
is essential to delivering services, fostering public engagement, and
ensuring reliable revenue collection. Each year, it generates more than
660,000 bills across the District’s three primary service areas: potable
water, recycled water, and sewer; resulting in over $120 million in
revenue that directly supports core operations.
ANALYSIS:
On September 6, 2023, the Board adopted the Tyler Technologies (Tyler)
system to replace the District’s 20-year-old platform. Tyler’s Enterprise
ERP (EERP) service purchase includes core financial operations, with
modules for Accounting, General Ledger, Budgeting, Human Capital
Management, and Licensing and Permitting, but does not include the UB
module.
During that meeting, staff highlighted specific challenges related to
the Munis UB module and discussed the potential need for an external UB
solution due to identified limitations. Following a comprehensive
assessment, staff confirmed that the Munis UB module lacks the
flexibility and features necessary to effectively support the District’s
complex billing structures and customer service expectations.
At the March 5 Board meeting, staff provided an update on the UB system
upgrade and presented two potential paths forward: pursuing extensive
customization of the Munis UB module or adopting a third-party solution.
After further analysis, staff concluded that the level of customization
required to adapt Munis’ UB system would add significant complexity and
long-term cost, while still falling short of fully addressing the
District’s operational needs. In contrast, a third-party UB system offers
a more viable and sustainable alternative, with built-in capabilities
designed to meet the District’s unique billing and customer engagement
requirements. At that time, the Board was advised that staff would return
with a final recommendation based on a detailed evaluation. That analysis
is now complete.
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Custom Enhancements to Tyler’s EERP UB Module
As part of the evaluation process, staff assessed the feasibility of
enhancing Tyler’s UB module to meet the District’s needs. It became clear
that meeting the District’s requirements would require extensive custom
development. Tyler confirmed that essential functions, including flexible
rate management, real-time usage data access, and efficient billing
processes, are not available as standard features and would require
costly and complex enhancements. To gain additional insight into this
option, staff conducted a comprehensive review that included
consultations with other agencies currently using the Tyler UB solution.
While these agencies acknowledged certain limitations, they noted that
their rate structures were generally simpler and more standardized than
those of the District. Taking this feedback into account, along with
staff’s analysis and understanding of the District’s operational
requirements, a heavily customized solution was deemed impractical due
to substantial long-term operational costs and system risks.
Evaluation of a Third-Party UB Solution
In parallel with the above, staff initiated a comprehensive market
evaluation to identify alternative UB systems better aligned with the
District's operational needs. Over an 18-month period, this process
included the issuance of a Request for Information (RFI), which helped
refine key priorities and technical considerations. Following Policy 21,
on January 23, 2025, the District issued a Request for Proposals (RFP)
for a Utility Billing Software System, which was advertised on the
District’s website and through its online bidding portal, PlanetBids. A
total of 15 proposals were received by the February 26, 2025, deadline,
with two determined to be non-responsive.
A cross-departmental evaluation panel conducted a structured review of
all 13 responsive proposals, using clearly defined criteria including
each vendor’s relevant experience, implementation methodology, ability
to meet functional requirements, system support and maintenance
capabilities, and overall pricing. Based on these initial evaluations,
the top five vendors were invited to participate in a second phase, which
included live system demonstrations and follow-up interviews. Vendors
were informed in advance that these sessions would be scored using pre-
established evaluation criteria. During this phase, the staff panel
performed detailed assessments, posed targeted questions, and evaluated
how well each solution aligned with the District’s operational needs.
Staff narrowed the list of potential vendors between Advanced Utility
Systems (Advanced) and SpryPoint. Based on the evaluation results, two
vendors, Advanced and SpryPoint, were identified as finalists. To support
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the final selection process, staff requested supplemental demonstrations,
additional discussions, and best and final offers from both vendors.
SpryPoint emerged as the highest-ranked finalist, demonstrating strong
alignment with the District’s technical and operational needs. The
platform includes built-in functionality to support complex rate
structures, a modern user interface, and an integrated self-service
module that enables customers to independently access usage data, billing
history, and service requests. These features address current limitations
in the District’s existing system, where such information must be
provided manually by staff. Enhancing self-service functionality will
help reduce the volume of routine customer service inquiries and improve
overall staff efficiency. As a result, the upgraded system will enable
the reallocation of staff time and facilitate a broader review of existing
job roles and responsibilities, helping to strengthen operational
continuity.
In contrast, the proposal from Advanced relies on third-party
applications for core components such as the customer portal and mobile
access. This approach may present integration and support challenges,
particularly in areas such as long-term maintenance and system updates.
Reference checks for Advanced also identified concerns related to delayed
resolution of issues, limited product knowledge among support personnel,
and insufficient training resources. While Advanced is an established
vendor, its proposed solution is relatively new and lacks the level of
built-in functionality and administrative efficiency demonstrated by
SpryPoint.
RECOMMENDATION:
Based on the evaluation panel’s scoring (Attachment B), SpryPoint
received the highest overall score. As a result, staff recommends
SpryPoint’s UB and CIS solution as the replacement for the District’s
existing UB system. During the demonstration phase and reference checks,
SpryPoint presented detailed information on its experience, which
includes more than 80 utility system implementations across North
America, with most completed within the past five years. Feedback from
peer agencies, including Coachella Water District, Modesto Water
District, Placer County, CA, and City of Aurora, CO, demonstrated
SpryPoint’s proven ability to deliver timely, effective system
deployments and to achieve measurable gains in customer service, billing
accuracy, and overall operational efficiency.
Proposed Project Timeline The project timeline outlines a phased approach to the ongoing ERP
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Operations: $1,729,168
Annual Maintenance, Support, and Training: This fee includes five (5)
years of ongoing maintenance and support for the new UB system, along
with vendor-provided training throughout the implementation phases.
Annual maintenance costs have been, and will continue to be, incorporated
into the District’s operational budget. The FY2026 budget includes
funding for the first year of post go-live support. Future maintenance
and support costs will be planned and budgeted in accordance with the
terms outlined in SpryPoint’s contract.
Capital Expenses: $945,120
This fee covers all implementation-related costs, including data
conversion, system implementation, project management, vendor travel,
and a contingency allowance to address unforeseen project needs.
A combination of CIP and Operational budgets will fund the total estimated
project cost, plus five years of annual support and maintenance of
$2,674,288.
The Finance Department has determined that, under the current rate model,
100% of the maintenance and training is included in the 6-year expenditure
forecast, and 100% of the funding for CIP P2718 is available from the
Replacement Fund.
STRATEGIC GOAL:
This project aligns with the strategic objective of enhancing operational
effectiveness by completing the evaluation and upgrade of the District's
financial management system through the implementation of new
technologies.
LEGAL IMPACT:
None.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A – Committee Action Report
Attachment B – Evaluation Panel’s Scoring
Attachment C – PowerPoint Presentation
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ATTACHMENT A
SUBJECT/PROJECT:
REDUCE CIP P2718 FROM $1,675,000 TO $945,120 AND AWARD A
CONTRACT TO SPRYPOINT SERVICES, INC. TO REPLACE THE DISTRICT’S UTILITY BILLING AND CUSTOMER INFORMATION SYSTEM IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $2,674,288
COMMITTEE ACTION:
The Finance, Administration, and Communications Committee (Committee)
reviewed this item at a meeting held on June 17, 2025, and the following
comments were made:
• Staff provided a PowerPoint presentation to the Committee. In
response to a question from the Committee, staff identified the
evaluators/raters who interviewed candidates for this project as
follows: Mike Kerr, Cyndi Alcantara, Jonathan Chambers, Andrea
Carey, Cathy Barnhill, and Bill Poulin. The Committee recommended
that names or job titles of the evaluators/raters be included in
future Summary of Proposals.
• In response to a question from the Committee, staff clarified that
the $44,800 cost for staff training represents Sprypoint's expenses
for conducting the training of district staff on the new software.
There was a discussion of the timeline for the integration of four
different areas transitioning to the new Enterprise Resource
Planning (ERP) System. It was noted that the system has connections
to all departments and that parallel testing with all
areas/departments will be conducted before fully moving to the new
ERP System.
• In response to a question from the Committee, staff stated that
Helix Water District and Padre Dam Municipal Water District utilizes
the Tyler ERP System. The two districts and the Tyler Community are
resources that staff can reach out to for any help or questions they
may have with the system.
Following the discussion, the Committee supported staff’s
recommendation and presentation to the full board as a consent item.
ATTACHMENT B
STAFF REPORT
TYPE MEETING: Regular Board MEETING DATE: July 2, 2025
SUBMITTED BY: Juliana Luengas,
Environmental Compliance Specialist
PROJECT: S1210-
025000
DIV. NO. 3, 5
APPROVED BY: Beth Gentry, Engineering Manager
Michael Long, Chief, Engineering
Jose Martinez, General Manager
SUBJECT: Adopt Resolution No. 4459 Approving the 2025 Update of the Otay Water District’s Sewer System Management Plan as Required
by the Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements General Order for Sanitary Sewer Systems WQ 2022-0103-DWQ1
GENERAL MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution No. 4459 approving the 2025 Update of the Otay Water District’s Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) as required by the
Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements General Order for Sanitary Sewer Systems Order No. WQ 2022-0103-DWQ1.
COMMITTEE ACTION:
Please see Attachment A.
PURPOSE:
To adopt Resolution No. 4459 approving the District’s SSMP Update, per
the State Water Resources Control Board Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements General Order for Sanitary
Sewer Systems.
AGENDA ITEM 6e
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ANALYSIS: On December 6, 2022, the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) adopted Order 2022-0103-DWQ1, the Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements (WDR) General Order (General Order) for Sanitary Sewer Systems. The General Order went into effect 180 days after the
adoption date on June 5, 2023. This General Order serves as the state waste discharge requirements and supersedes the previous State Water
Board Order No. 2006-0003-DWQ and all amendments thereafter. This General Order regulates sanitary sewer systems designed to convey
sewage and requires public agencies that own or operate sanitary sewer systems to develop, implement, and periodically update a SSMP. A
sanitary sewer system is a system that is designed to convey sewage, including, but not limited to, pipes, force mains manholes, pump stations, siphons, wet wells, diversion structures and/or other
pertinent infrastructure, upstream of a WWTP headworks. This General Order is applicable for all publicly owned sewage collection systems
with more than one mile of sewer pipe. All sections and attachments of the General Order are enforceable by the State Water Board and Regional Water Quality Control Board (Regional Water Board). New regulatory changes in the reissued General Order include the
following: clarifications to the existing Water Code; required collaboration with storm drain agencies; procedures for maintaining sewer maps; enhanced training for O&M staff; implementation of a Spill
Emergency Response Plan and clarifications to spill reporting; changes to notification and monitoring requirements; implement procedures for
pipe-blocking substances; prioritization of asset management and resiliency by focusing on internal and external factors such as climate change; modifications to the SSMP Audit and Update schedules; enhanced communication procedures (public, owners, nearby agencies); and full electronic reporting to CIWQS (California Integrated Water
Quality System) for compliance and public transparency purposes.
Under the reissued WDR, each agency must develop a Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP). The SSMP, at a minimum, must be audited at least every three years and updated every six years. The SSMP must be
approved and adopted by the agencies governing board at a public meeting. The SSMP is developed specifically for the size and
complexity of the agency’s sewer system. The goal of the SSMP is to provide a plan and schedule to properly manage, operate, and maintain all parts of the sewer system, reduce and prevent spills, and contain
and mitigate spills that do occur.
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The District first approved its SSMP on July 1, 2009 under the previous General Order. An Audit, in compliance with the new General
Order, was conducted internally in February 2025. The more extensive SSMP Update, which incorporated the new WDR requirements, requires Board certification. This 2025 Update is the first update under the new General Order. The next Update will be completed in six years, by August 2031, or earlier, if there are significant changes to the SSMP.
To ensure compliance with the reissued General Order, Water Works Engineers assisted in completing the Update. If approved, the SSMP
Update will be uploaded to CIWQS website by August 2, 2025. Staff recommends that the Board adopt Resolution No. 4459 (Attachment
B) approving the 2025 Update of the District’s SSMP which satisfies the state Waste Discharge Requirements of recertification every six
years. The completed SSMP is included as Attachment B. FISCAL IMPACT: Joe Beachem, Chief Financial Officer
None.
STRATEGIC GOAL: This Project supports the District’s Mission statement, “To provide exceptional water and wastewater service to its customers, and to
manage District resources in a transparent and fiscally responsible manner” and the General Manager’s Vision, "To be a model water agency by providing stellar service, achieving measurable results, and
continuously improving operational practices." GRANTS/LOANS: Not applicable. LEGAL IMPACT:
None. JL/BG:jf
Attachments: Attachment A – Committee Action Attachment B – Resolution No. 4459
Attachment C – 2025 SSMP Update Exhibit A – OWD Sanitary Sewer System Map
ATTACHMENT A
SUBJECT/PROJECT: S1210-025000
Adopt Resolution No. 4459 Approving the 2025 Update of the
Otay Water District’s Sewer System Management Plan as Required by the Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements General Order for Sanitary Sewer Systems WQ 2022-0103-DWQ1
COMMITTEE ACTION: The Engineering, Operations, and Water Resources Committee (Committee)
reviewed this item at a meeting held on June 19, 2025, and the following comments were made:
• Staff noted that the General Order for Sanitary Sewer Systems is WQ 2022-0103-DWQ.
• There was a discussion of Exhibit A (OWD Sanitary Sewer System Map) with regards to parcels within the white areas. The
Committee inquired if those areas are on sewer or septic. After further research, staff confirmed that these areas are in the
District’s Service Boundary but not annexed into the District sewer service area. These parcels are either undeveloped parcels or on septic. Depending on their proximity to the sewer system,
these parcels can either be annexed into the District and connect to a nearby sewer main or remain on septic.
• In response to a question from the Committee regarding spills, staff stated that photos are taken to document a spill event.
Photos are also uploaded onto the State’s website, CIWQS, as part of the reporting requirements. Staff also reiterated that photos
are now required under the reissued General Order.
• The Committee inquired if the district’s Vitrified Clay Pipe
(VCP) has ever experienced any issues. Staff stated that there have not been any issues as a result of that material.
• The Committee provided comments to staff and requested some revisions to the SSMP. Below is a SSMP Change Log that lists the
Committee’s revision requests. Staff have updated the SSMP accordingly.
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SSMP Change Log # Comment Description Status
1 Page 23, Add illicit sewer connection to the
dye test bullet
Completed.
2 Page 29, Add the year for the next SSMP update Completed.
3 Page 42, Figure 10: Add an X to the social media
post
A new social media post was posted on Wednesday,
June 25. The image was replaced with the new post showing a red X.
4 Page 52, Vactor Truck
SOP: Correct spelling of chock
Completed.
5 Page 69, Vactor Lubrication and
Maintenance SOP: Correct spelling of zerk
Completed.
6 Page 75, Cottonwood Emergency Contingency Plan SOP: Update contact information for sewer
pumping vendors
Updated sewer pumping vendors.
7 Appendices: Add page numbers Added page numbers.
8 Page 89, Appendix C: Add hyperlink to Waters of
State and Waters of the US
Added hyperlink to the definitions.
9 Page 94, Figure 1: Update
flow chart for notification, add GM and PIO
Added GM and PIO to the
flow chart.
10 Page 96, Section 2.7:
Verify outside agencies listed and add the agencies to the Spill
Response and Reporting Workflow Plan (Figure 1)
Added outside agencies to
the flow chart. The regulatory agencies were already included in the
flow chart. Contact information can be found
in Appendix 3.
11 Page 110, Appendix 3: Ensure all spill contacts are filled out
All spill notification contact information is up to date.
Following the discussion, the Committee supported staff’s recommendation and presentation to the full board as a consent item.
ATTACHMENT B
RESOLUTION NO. 4459 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE OTAY WATER DISTRICT APPROVING THE 2025 SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD WASTE DISCHARGE REQUIREMENTS GENERAL ORDER WQ 2022-0103-DWQ1 WHEREAS, the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB)
adopted Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ1 (Order) requiring any public
entity that owns or operates a sanitary sewer system greater
than one mile in length to implement a Sewer System Management
Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ1 requires sewer
agencies to update its Sewer System Management Plan every six
(6) years; and
WHEREAS, the Otay Water District has updated its Sewer
System Management Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ1 requires the updated
Sewer System Management Plan to be approved by the agency’s
governing entity; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Board of Directors of the
Otay Water District to approve updates to the Sewer System
Management Plan in accordance with the SWRCB Waste Discharge
Requirements General Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ1; and
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the Board of
Directors of the Otay Water District approve the updated Sewer
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System Management Plan (SSMP). Authority is hereby delegated to
the District’s Legally Responsible Official, the System
Operations Manager, to submit materials to the State Water
Resources Control Board and make revisions to the SSMP in a
manner consistent with the Order when necessary or desirable.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED by the Board of Directors of
the Otay Water District at a regular board meeting held the 2nd
day of July, 2025, by the following vote.
AYES:
NAYES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
___________________________________ President
ATTEST:
________________________________ District Secretary
2554 Sweetwater Springs Blvd
Spring Valley, CA 91978-2004
www.otaywater.gov
Sewer System Management Plan
WDID# 9SSO10679
June 2025
Updated By:
7777 Alvarado Rd, Suite 300, La Mesa, CA 91942
ATTACHMENT C
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Contents
1 Goal and Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 5
2 Organization ........................................................................................................................................ 10
3 Legal Authority .................................................................................................................................... 15
4 Operations and Maintenance Program .............................................................................................. 20
5 Design and Performance Provisions ................................................................................................... 26
6 Spill Emergency Response Plan ........................................................................................................... 27
7 Sewer Pipe Blockage Control Program ............................................................................................... 28
8 System Evaluation, Capacity Assurance, and Capital Improvements ................................................. 30
9 Monitoring, Measurement, and Program Modifications ................................................................... 36
10 Internal Audits ............................................................................................................................... 38
11 Communication Program ............................................................................................................... 39
12 Appendices ..................................................................................................................................... 43
Tables
Table 1. Due Dates ........................................................................................................................................ 7
Table 2. Existing Lift Stations ........................................................................................................................ 8
Table 3. Existing Sewer Force Mains ............................................................................................................. 8
Table 4. Existing Gravity Sewer Pipe ............................................................................................................. 8
Table 5. Overall Assets .................................................................................................................................. 9
Table 6. Phone List of Responsible District Staff ......................................................................................... 14
Table 7. Otay Water District Legal Authority - Code of Ordinances ........................................................... 15
Figures
Figure 1. Overall Organizational Chart ........................................................................................................ 11
Figure 2. Water Operations Organizational Chart ...................................................................................... 12
Figure 3. Engineering Organizational Chart ................................................................................................ 12
Figure 4. Otay Water District Sanitary Sewer System ................................................................................. 22
Figure 5. Sewer Project Example, 1 ............................................................................................................ 34
Figure 6. Sewer Project Example, 2 ............................................................................................................ 35
Figure 7. Communication Media Examples - Sewer Construction Project Sign .......................................... 41
Figure 8. Communication Media Examples - Sewer System Information on District Website ................... 41
Figure 9. Communication Media Examples - Customer Newsletter Articles .............................................. 42
Figure 10. Communication Media Examples - Instagram Posts .................................................................. 42
Appendices
a. SSMP Update Log
b. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
c. Spill Emergency Response Plan (SERP)
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Key Definitions & Acronyms
Key definition and acronyms have been defined below. For a comprehensive list, refer to the
General Order and the SWRCB website.
California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS) – CIWQS is the statewide database that
provides for mandatory electronic reporting as required in State and Regional Water Board-
issued waste discharge requirements.
Data Submitter – A Data Submitter is an individual designated and authorized by the Enrollee’s
LRO to enter Spill data into the online CIWQS SSS Database. A Data Submitter does not have the
authority of a LRO to certify reporting entered into the online CIWQS SSS Database.
General Order - Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements General Order for Sanitary Sewer
Systems (ORDER WQ 2022-0103-DWQ) that mandates a Sanitary Sewer Management Plan.
Lateral (including Lower and Upper) – A lateral is an underground segment of smaller diameter
pipe that transports sewage from a customer’s building or property (residential, commercial, or
industrial) to the Enrollee’s main sewer line in a street or easement. Upper and lower lateral
boundary definitions are subject to local jurisdictional codes and ordinances, or private system
ownership.
A lower lateral is the portion of the lateral located between the sanitary sewer system main, and
either the property line, sewer clean out, curb line, established utility easement boundary, or
other jurisdictional locations.
An upper lateral is the portion of the lateral from the property line, sewer clean out, curb line,
established utility easement boundary, or other jurisdictional locations, to the building or
property.
Legally Responsible Official (LRO) – A Legally Responsible Official is an official representative,
designated by the Enrollee, with authority to sign and certify submitted information and
documents required by the WDR.
Private Sewer Lateral (PSL) – A private sewer lateral is the privately-owned lateral that transports
sewage from private property(ies) into the SSS.
Sanitary Sewer System (SSS) – A sanitary sewer system includes a collection system (e.g., laterals,
pipes, manholes, siphons, diversion structures, etc.) and a conveyance system (e.g., pump
stations, forcemains) upstream of a treatment plant owned and/or operated by Enrollee.
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Satellite Sewer System or Tributary Sewer System (STSS) – A satellite sewer system or Tributary
sewer System is a portion of a SSS owned or operated by a different owner than the owner of
the downstream WWTP ultimately treating the sewage.
State & Regional Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB & RWCB) - The State and Regional
Water Boards are California’s regulatory agencies responsible for ensuring that the quality of the
State’s rivers, streams, lakes, wetlands, ocean, and groundwaters is protected. To protect our
water resources, the Water Boards set water quality standards in plans and policies, monitor and
assess the State’s Waters, regulate identified pollutant sources, and enforce compliance with
regulatory requirements.
While the State Water Board develops statewide policy and regulations for water quality control,
the nine Regional Water Boards provide local implementation of statewide policy and
regulations, set water quality standards and implementation provisions in plans and policies,
issue waste discharge permits, determine compliance with permit requirements, and take
enforcement actions against violators.
Spill – A Spill is a discharge of sewage from any portion of a SSS due to a sanitary system overflow,
operational failure, and/or infrastructure failure. Exfiltration of sewage is not considered to be a
Spill under the WDR if the exfiltrated sewage remains in the subsurface and does not reach a
surface water of the State. There are 4 categories of spills (see the SSSWDR for a full definition).
Waste Discharge Identification Number (WDID) – Waste Discharge Identification Number
assigned as a unique identifier by the SWRCB to each Enrollee for regulatory recordkeeping and
data management purposes.
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1 Goal and Introduction
Regulatory Context
This Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) has been prepared pursuant to the requirements
of the State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) Statewide Water Discharge
Requirements (WDRs) General Order for Sanitary Sewer Systems Order No. WQ 2022-0103-
DWQ1 (General Order).
The General Order serves as statewide WDRs and supersedes the previous State Water Board
Order No. 2006-0003-DWQ and amendments thereafter. The General Order is enforceable by
the State Water Board and Regional Water Quality Control Boards (Regional Water Boards). For
the General Order, a sanitary sewer system includes, but is not limited to, a collection system
(such as sewer gravity pipelines, service lines, and manholes) and a conveyance system (such as
lift stations and forcemains). The General Order is applicable for all publicly owned sewage
collection systems with more than one mile of sewer pipe.
Otay Water District (District) is a special district that provides water, recycled water, and sewer
service. It owns, operates and maintains a sewer collection system and conveyance system that
has more than one mile of sewer pipe and is therefore subject to the General Order and was
issued Agency WDID (Waste Discharge Identification No) 9SS010679.
The General Order requires each agency to develop and certify a Sewer System Management
Plan (SSMP). The SSMP is broken into various Elements:
1. Sewer System Management Plan Goal and Introduction
2. Organization
3. Legal Authority
4. Operations and Maintenance Program
5. Design and Performance Provisions
6. Spill Emergency Response Plan
7. Sewer Pipe Blockage Control Program
8. System Evaluation, Capacity Assurance, and Capital Improvements
9. Monitoring, Measurement, and Program Modifications
10. Internal Audits
11. Communications Program
The goal of the SSMP is provide a plan and schedule to properly manage, operate, and maintain
all parts of the sewer system, reduce, prevent, contain, and mitigate spills.
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Figure 1. Overall Organizational Chart
Departments and positions are responsible for the development and execution of specific SSMP
elements are further defined and illustrated in Figure 2 and Figure 3.
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Figure 2. Water Operations Organizational Chart
Figure 3. Engineering Organizational Chart
General Position Descriptions
General Manager
Responsible for the overall operation of the District and all of its employees, finances, functions
and operations. Reports directly to the District’s Board of Directors.
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Chief, Water Operations
Will ensure that new and rehabilitated assets meet required standards, will assure that staff is
trained as required by SSMP standards, will prepare for working with District field crews to handle
emergencies when contractors are involved and provide verbal reports to the Board and General
Manager’s office.
Systems Operations Manager and/or Utility Services Manager
Oversee all work needed to complete the operations training required by the SSMP, compiles
and includes the updated operations information into the SSMP and coordinates with the
assigned Engineering Staff, oversees all field operations, responses, activities and reports to the
Chief, Water Operations.
Utility Maintenance Supervisor and/or Reclamation Plant Supervisor
Manages field operations and maintenance activities, provides relevant information to agency
management, prepares and implements contingency plans, leads emergency response,
investigates and reports spills and trains field crews.
Lead Reclamation Plant Operator
Staff preventive maintenance activities, mobilizes and responds to notification of stoppages and
spills (mobilizes sewer cleaning equipment, bypass pumping equipment, and portable
generators).
Reclamation Plant Operator(s)
Responding to a spill and applying best management practices for spill containment until the
Utility Workers arrive with collection system maintenance equipment. The Reclamation Plant
Operator provides the Utility Workers with any additional information on the spill obtained after
they arrive on site. The plant operator also operates/troubleshoots lift station equipment and/or
uses blockage- removal hand tools to remove the cause or lessen the severity of the spill.
Additionally, the plant operator captures all field data used for reporting and forwards it to the
Lead Operator and/or Plant Supervisor
Utility Crew Workers
Assigned to the collection system on a long-term basis, they are responsible for responding to
the spill when notified, removing blockages, and determining the cause of the spill. After normal
working hours the standby Reclamation Plant Operator directly notifies the standby-duty Utility
Crew Leader who will then call their standby Utility Worker crew to respond to the overflow site
Contact Information
Contact information for key, general positions are listed in Table 6. All emails can be directed to
sewersystem@otaywater.gov.
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d. Limit the discharge of fats, oils and grease and other debris that
may cause blockages
CO: §52.06
e. Enforce any violation of District sewer policies CO: §52.03
Code of Ordinances
52.04 PROHIBITIONS AGAINST DISCHARGE OF OBJECTIONABLE WASTES
It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge or permit the discharge of any substance into the
District sewer system that could cause a public nuisance or hazard to life, or that could be harmful
to the District sewer system or its wastewater reclamation facilities or processes.
Discharge of the following into the District sewer system is expressly prohibited:
• gasoline, cleaning solvent, fuel, oil;
• ashes, sand, cinders, rocks;
• tar, plastics, other water insoluble viscous materials;
• mineral oils, lubricating oils;
• feathers, hair;
• rags, sanitary napkins, disposable diapers;
• broken glass, metal, wood and plastic shavings;
• unground garbage;
• swimming pool drainwater;
• wastes which contain or result in the production of toxic, corrosive and explosive gases;
• animal or dairy waste;
• cesspool and septic tank wastes;
• or any other substance, material or liquid that could be harmful to the District sewer
system.
52.05 GUIDELINES TO DETERMINE ACCEPTABILITY OF WASTES
The following provisions and the values set forth herein are not to be regarded or construed as
regulating or limiting the quantity or characteristics of any specific wastes which may be received
into the sewer system, but such shall serve as a guide in implementing this Section for regulation
of the use of the District sewer system and for determination of accept- ability of waste into the
sewer system. In considering the following sewage characteristics, the dilution effect of the
sewage at the point of discharge or any affected part of the system, and whether or not unusual
attention or expenses would be required to handle such material in the sewer system, shall be
taken into consideration:
A. The discharge into the District sewer system of any water or waste having an average
daily flow greater than one percent (1%) of the average daily flow at the sewage
treatment plan shall be subject to review.
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B. The temperature of industrial waste discharged into the sewer system should not
exceed 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
C. Industrial wastes having a grease and oil concentration in excess of 200 ppm will be
considered on a case-by-case basis to determine if the sewer system can
safely receive said wastes.
D. Industrial discharge of toxic or radioactive wastes into the sewer system will be
considered on a case-by-case basis.
E. Industrial discharge of wastes having a biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) in excess of
300 ppm will be considered on a case-by-case basis to determine if the sewer system can
safely receive said wastes.
F. Industrial discharge of wastes having suspended solids in excess of 300 ppm will be
considered on a case-by case basis to determine if the sewer system can safely receive
said wastes. To make such determination, the following procedures shall apply:
1. Where warranted, installation of an appropriate manhole for purposes of sampling the
final industrial waste discharge may be required.
2. The source to be used for the chemical and bacteriological analysis shall be the
"Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Sewage," latest edition, approved
by the Joint Committee of the Public Health Association, Federation of Sewage and
Industrial Waste Association and American Water Works Association.
60.08 REQUIREMENT FOR APPROVED PLANS AND CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT
A. Developer shall prepare detailed engineering drawings for construction of the
proposed system shown on the tentative map and submit such drawings to the District
for review and approval. Each system shall provide for water service and/or sewer service,
where applicable, to each lot in a subdivision and to each parcel in a parcel map
development. The utility system proposed shall not be detrimental in any way to
operation of the District utility system and shall conform to the requirements of the
approved SAMP.
B. The General Manager shall review the construction drawings and either accept, reject,
or revise them for compliance with District standards and specifications. Upon approval
of the drawings, the General Manager shall return them to the Developer with the
following: (i) District estimates for construction costs and the amount of additional
District deposit; (ii) the required standard District agreement for installation of water or
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sewer facilities; and (iii) the amount of security required to guarantee performance of the
agreement.
C. Developer shall return to the District the revised drawings, if required, the executed
subdivision construction agreement, together with the required deposits and security,
either cash, surety bond, or letter of credit, acceptable to the General Manager, and the
grant of easements or rights-of-way that may be required. If such are complete, and the
proposed subdivision has been annexed into an Improvement District, the Construction
Agreement for the project will be authorized by the General Manager.
D. Upon approval of the construction agreement by the General Manager, the Developer
shall submit the mylar construction plans for signature by the General Manager.
51.03 INSPECTION OF CUSTOMER PREMISES
Authorized District personnel shall have unrestricted access at reasonable hours to all premises
served by District sewers for inspection and testing purposes, and to determine whether the
customer is complying with the rules, regulations and ordinances of the District concerning sewer
services.
52.06 DISCHARGE OF INDUSTRIAL WASTE
Any person or governmental agency desiring to discharge industrial wastes into the District sewer
system shall obtain a permit from the District for the discharge of said wastes. The District may
require installation of on-site facilities by the discharger for purposes of pretreatment of sewage
before industrial waste can be discharged into the District sewer system.
52.03 ENFORCEMENT OF DISTRICT RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Manager shall enforce rules and regulations set forth in this Code relating to District
sewer service. The General Manager shall be authorized to take such action as he deems
necessary for preservation of public health or safety, or for the protection of public or private
property. The General Manager may suspend sewer services to any customer using the District
sewer system in a manner that would endanger the public health or safety, or public or private
property. In suspending such service, the Customer's connection to the District sewer system
may be severed. If danger is imminent, the General Manager may act immediately to suspend
sewer service coincident with giving notice or warning to the customer.
Storm Drain Coordination
The District has established practices for operating and maintaining a sewer system near County
storm drain assets and actively collaborates with and notifies the County. District Staff may access
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the storm drain system and alert the County they are doing so and will collaborate with the
County if additional efforts are required (where feasible), such as but not limited to stopping,
holding, damming, or plugging storm drain flows in an effort to mitigate a spill, but will do so in
collaboration with the County. The San Diego County’s storm drain infrastructure has been fully
integrated into the District’s GIS dashboard, allowing staff to seamlessly access and interact with
this data while in the field. This integration enhances real-time decision-making and supports
efficient maintenance and inspection workflows.
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book, which is updated regularly, is uploaded to all of the laptops and/or tablets taken into the
field so that in the rare case of a loss of connectivity to the District’s network, users still have
access to the District’s mapping while working or responding to an emergency. The District also
maintains a limited number of hard copy map books in the rare case that web maps are not
available. Digital maps are available upon request.
The San Diego County’s storm drain infrastructure has been fully integrated into the District’s GIS
dashboard, allowing staff to seamlessly access and interact with this data while in the field. This
integration enhances real-time decision-making and supports efficient maintenance and
inspection workflows.
The District’s sewer system overview map is depicted in Figure 4.
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Preventative Operation and Maintenance Activities
District Staff implement comprehensive preventative operation and maintenance procedures for
collection system and conveyance system assets and utilize Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
which are documented in Appendix B. All preventative and corrective activities are tracked at the
asset level using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). The District uses
the Cityworks enterprise system to plan, track, and document maintenance work across all sewer
infrastructure assets. Work orders are created and completed for tasks associated with each
maintenance program.
Collection System (Gravity Sewer Mains, Manholes, and Sewer Cleanouts)
•Programmatic CCTV inspections and condition assessments of sewer gravity mains. The
observed conditions are categorized and recorded using the National Association of
Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP)
and is managed and collected in the Pipeline Observation System Management (POSM)
software. Goal: 20% of the collection system each fiscal year. Severe defects that require
immediate maintenance or repairs are flagged and may be converted into an expedited
work order. The District prioritizes and conducts higher-frequency inspection of pipeline
segments have a history of maintenance conditions (“Warm Spots”) and segments that
have a high environmental consequence if a spill were to occur. A list is available upon
request.
•Incidental visual down-hole inspections of sewer manholes or sewer cleanouts (where
owned by the District and not private) are conducted incidentally when conducted during
primary hydro-flushing and CCTV inspections, this typically nets approximately 900
inspections in number per fiscal year. In addition, the District prioritizes and conducts
higher-frequency inspection of sewer manholes or cleanouts that have a history of
maintenance conditions (“Warm Spots”) and at locations that have a high environmental
consequence if a spill were to occur. A list is available upon request.
•Programmatic standard hydro-flushing cleaning program of sewer gravity mains. Goal:
50% of the collection system each fiscal year. CCTV spot checks are made on a case-by-
case basis after pipelines are cleaned. The District prioritizes and conducts higher-
frequency cleaning of pipeline segments that have a history of maintenance conditions
(“Warm Spots”) and segments that have a high environmental consequence if a spill were
to occur. A list is available upon request. Additional chemical root control methods may
be utilized on a case-by-case basis where mechanical removal is not practical.
•Dye-testing is conducted on as needed basis to investigate suspected illicit sewer and
storm drain connections.
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Force Mains
•The hydraulic performance of pumps and forcemains are routinely monitored.
•The District periodically inspects exposed piping, valves, fittings and appurtenances on its
sewer forcemains.
•The District will continue to gather information on the performance of its forcemains and
will evaluation the need for any additional condition assessment measures in the future.
Lift Stations
•Lift stations are operated by the District’s treatment plant operators and are
periodically inspected, maintained, and assessed. Maintenance and
inspection of electrical and controls equipment is conducted by pump and
electrical staff on a periodic basis. Severe issues that require immediate
maintenance or repairs are flagged and may be converted into an expedited
work order.
Training
Collection System and Reclamation Plant section staff responsible for maintaining the sewer
mains and lift stations are trained in both maintenance procedures and general safety policies
and procedures. Training is provided by section supervisors and leads, the District Safety and
Security Administrator, other designated employees, and by outsourced training facilities.
Additional training is also required through a District-contracted online training firm. Examples
of some of the regular training courses are listed below:
•Confined Space Entry General Safety (Initial before entry) [Refresher annually]
•Trenching & Shoring - Competent Person - (Initial seminar before working in trenches <
4') [Refresher every 3 years + periodic on-line refresher]
•Vehicle Incident Reporting Procedure, Report Form, and Fleet-Vehicle Driving & Parking
-(Annual Review - Supervisor's call)
Utility Worker II positions assigned to the collection system section on a long-term basis are
required to maintain a Collection System Maintenance Grade I certification administered by the
California Water Environment Association (CWEA). All collection system and reclamation plant
section staff are trained in all written procedures related to the collection system as appropriate
for their job responsibilities. Staff also utilizes industry standard training manuals, vendor and
CWEA training events, and manufacturer equipment manuals. Routine safety training for
maintenance-related activities is scheduled by the Safety and Security Administrator and the
Reclamation Plant and Utility Maintenance section supervisors according to regulatory and
District requirements. Additional on-the-job maintenance and operation training is provided to a
new section member by a more experienced operator. Additionally, details describing methods
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and techniques needed for specific recurring maintenance activities in the collection system are
listed in the CMMS work order templates for sections in which they will need to be applied.
All training records for District staff and required proof of certification are maintained on the
District’s Intranet system and are available upon request.
Vendors are required to adhere to all Cal-OSHA safety standards when contracted for work by
the District. In some circumstances, such as confined space entries and working within the
reclamation plant, District policy requires that vendors receive additional documented safety
training prior beginning their work.
Additionally, staff are trained in collection system-specific activities using procedures located
electronically on the Otay Information System (OIS) and as hardcopy in the Collection System
Procedures Manual.
Equipment Inventory
Materials used for emergency response and repairs are available at the Sewage Treatment
(Reclamation) Plant, the Operations Warehouse, and the Operations Main Storage Yard.
Materials are routinely inventoried to verify adequate supplies. Equipment used for emergency
response is in use or stored at the District’s Reclamation Plant and Operations Main Yard.
Routine preventative maintenance is performed for all equipment and is documented in CMMS.
Other resources which can be used to respond to a sewage spill include contractors who are able
to provide repairs and services and suppliers to provide repair supplies. Additionally, the District
has entered into a Shared Services Agreement with surrounding local water and wastewater
agencies to provide equipment and personnel in the event of an emergency. Agency and vendor
contact information is included in approved response procedures where appropriate.
A list of all equipment, materials, and supplies, used for preventative and corrective maintenance
in the collection system is maintained on the District’s intranet system and updated periodically.
This comprehensive inventory of equipment accounts for equipment used and also includes a list
of traffic equipment. The sewer pipeline and lift station inventory items are considered critical
replacement parts.
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The District will continue to gather information on its related spills, and it will evaluate the need
for any additional control program measures during the next update of its SSMP in six years, by
August 2031.
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• This assessment produces recommended repair, rehabilitation, or replacement corrective
actions for the sewer gravity mains.
Manholes
• Downhole manhole visual inspection data is logged and assessed and is used to identify
defects and recommend repairs, rehabilitation, or replacement corrective actions.
Forcemains:
• Inspection data is utilized to identify defects and prioritize repairs, rehabilitation, or
replacement corrective actions.
Lift Stations
• Condition assessment data is used to identify deficiencies and recommend repairs,
rehabilitation, or replacement corrective actions.
Capacity Assessment and Design Criteria
The District evaluated the capacity of the City’s collection and conveyance systems in the 2013
Wastewater Management Plan (WWMP) which was comprised of:
• All-assets hydraulic assessment of the District’s collection and conveyance utilizing
peaked dry weather flows
• Sewer flow generation analysis and evaluation of the existing system based on land uses,
flow meter data, and water use data. Development and calibration of the City’s collection
system based on flow meter data. Projection of ultimate sewer flows and evaluation of
future infrastructure needs up to 2030 buildout condition window.
• Preparation of recommended Capital Improvement Program projects where triggered by
flows that exceeded specified depth over diameter (d/D) criteria for gravity sewer
pipelines.
Some of the recommendations within 2013 WWMP have been superseded by recommendations
made in more recent preliminary design reports and inflow and infiltration surcharging
assessments made by District staff. The District is pleased to report no sewer spills during the
large storm (3.56-in rain in 24 hours per NOAA Data US1CASD0040) that occurred on January
23rd, 2024 which approaches a 25-year, 24-hour return storm event pursuant to NOAA Atlas 14
PFDS Rancho San Diego.
The District will produce an updated System Evaluation, Capacity Assessment, and Capital
Improvements (SECAP) assessment within the next 6 years that will entail the following
components:
• Conversion to new hydraulic model software
• Updated growth scenarios and appropriate buildout population and employment
estimates
• Recalibrated wastewater generation factors for dry weather flows
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• Estimating rainfall-derived inflow and infiltration
• Estimated peak wet weather flows projected under a specified design storm
This effort is anticipated to occur in 2029 through 2030 and will provide updated capacity
assessment results based on standard d/D design criteria triggers and will inform corrective
actions for gravity sewer pipeline segments and subsequent Capital Improvement Projects
occurring after 2031.
Prioritization of Corrective Action
The District reviews the findings of its capacity assessment and asset management process. It
then develops capacity-triggered and condition-and-risk-triggered corrective actions for each
asset, prioritizes them based on severity, condition, and risk, and bundles them based on location
and schedule into “phases” of work. Every fiscal year, existing corrective actions are reprioritized,
and may move up into a higher priority phase, as needed
Capital Improvement Plan
The District collaborates between internal departments, staff, and outside agencies to produce
an updated capital improvement plan every fiscal year that projects out five (5) fiscal years. It is
comprised of three project types: a) Replacement/renewal, b) capital purchases, and c) capital
facilities (backbone). Based on the last few fiscal $1M is budgeted (averaged) for each fiscal year.
It includes CIP numbers, budget amounts, funding sources, project manager, context,
prioritization, background, anticipated construction start and end dates.
Project schedules and budgeting are actively managed to best prioritize the District’s most critical
needs. Capital improvement projects are discussed and approved at public board meetings.
These meetings are documented and available upon request.
See the following figures for a sample CIP informational packet that is included in the budget.
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Figure 5. Sewer Project Example, 1
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Figure 6. Sewer Project Example, 2
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o Average response time after business hours
Assessment of Preventative Maintenance Program
Sewer system maintenance activities are tracked in the District’s CMMS system. This data can be
retrieved and assembled into report form to identify trends and help to evaluate effectiveness
of the program. On an annual basis, the District shall evaluate the effectiveness of its preventative
maintenance program and adjust the program as needed.
Update Program Elements
It is the District’s intention that the SSMP remain a living document and that it be regularly
updated to reflect program or organizational changes, new regulatory requirements, and other
changing conditions. District staff will review the SSMP on a regular basis and update the
document with any significant changes.
Identify and Illustrate Spill Trends
The District maintains information related to actual spills in its CMMS system. When an actual
spill event occurs, a detailed report is completed and the information is entered into CMMS. This
enables District staff to analyze the information as necessary to identify any spill trends. Spills
will be plotted to identify spill trends and to evaluate overall SSMP program success by comparing
information for varying years.
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11 Communication Program
Element Requirement:
This Plan must include procedures for the Enrollee to communicate with:
• The public for:
o Spills and discharges resulting in closures of public areas, or that enter a source of
drinking water, and
o The development, implementation, and update of its Plan, including opportunities
for public input to Plan implementation and updates.
• Owners/operators of systems that connect into the Enrollee’s system, including satellite
systems, for:
o System operation, maintenance, and capital improvement-related activities.
Public Education and Outreach
This section of the SSMP discusses the District’s efforts to educate and inform the public
regarding the proper use of the District’s sanitary system. The goal of these communication
efforts is to facilitate public awareness of sanitary sewer system issues and to provide the public
with the opportunity to provide input to the District’s SSMP as it is developed and implemented.
The District communicates with the public regarding spills and discharges that may result in
closures of public areas, or that enter a source of drinking water.
Communication System
The following is a summary of the District’s efforts to educate, inform and engage the public’s
participation in the proper utilization of the District’s sanitary sewer system and comply with
the SSMP requirements.
Otay Water District Official Website
The District has a website (www.otaywater.gov) that is used to inform the public about District
activities. The main page provides access to diverse information and includes a link to information
about the sanitary sewer system. There is a link on the website to access selected District
publications where the public can view the SSMP document and another link for providing
comments to the District. Additionally, the main page has a section for announcements which
will be utilized to notify the public of any important activities related to sewer system
management.
Public Meetings
The District holds a Board of Directors meeting on the first Wednesday of each month. These
meetings are held in the Board Room at the District’s headquarters at 2554 Sweetwater Springs
Boulevard, Spring Valley, California, 91978, and the public is invited and encouraged to attend.
The Board meetings provide a forum for citizens to provide input on programs within the District
during the Public Participation portion of the meeting. Copies of the Board Meeting Agenda are
made readily available to the public from the District’s website. Certification and subsequent re-
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certification of the completed SSMP is required by the Board of Directors during a public Board
of Directors meeting.
Project specific meetings may also be convened with community leaders, community groups and
other citizens to discuss sewer related projects and efforts. These meetings provide citizens with
the opportunity to learn about the District’s activities, voice any concerns they may have, and
receive clarification on a variety of issues. Project specific meetings are usually arranged by the
District’s specific Project Manager for each sewer project.
Other Outreach Media Efforts
The District also uses several additional forms of media to educate and inform the public
regarding impacts to the District’s sanitary sewer system. These include the following:
1. Instagram (#otaywater) and Twitter/X (@OtayWater) posts
2. District newsletter mailed quarterly to customers
3. Brochures distributed at community events
4. Bill inserts
5. Sewer project construction signs located near construction areas
6. Door hangars
Examples of the website, newsletter articles and a project construction sign are depicted
in Figure 7, Figure 8, Figure 9, and Figure 10.
Communication with Tributary and/or Satellite Collection Systems
The District communicates regularly with the agencies that operate the collection systems
tributary to the District’s collection system (County of San Diego, Padre Dam Water District, Helix
Water District).
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Figure 7. Communication Media Examples - Sewer Construction Project Sign
Figure 8. Communication Media Examples - Sewer System Information on District Website
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Figure 9. Communication Media Examples - Customer Newsletter Articles
Figure 10. Communication Media Examples - Instagram Posts
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12 Appendices
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APPENDIX A: SSMP Update Log
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(f) Implementation and Coordination/Collaboration of Spill Containment
(g) Post-spill Assessments
(h) Spill Event Documentation and Reporting
(i) Annual Review and Assessment of SERP Effectiveness
7. Sewer Pipe
Blockage (SPB)
Control Program
(a) Public Education and Outreach Plan
Updated to meet
requirements of
revised General Order
(b) SPB Disposal Plan and Schedule
(c) Legal authority
(d) FOG Removal Device Requirements
(e) Authority to inspect and enforce FOG ordinance
(f) FOG Characterization Assessment and Hot Spot Cleaning Schedule
(g) FOG Control Program Measures
8. System
Evaluation, Capacity
Assurance, and
Capital
Improvements
(a) System Evaluation and Condition Assessment
Updated to meet
requirements of
revised General Order
(b) Design Criteria
(c) Capacity Assessment
(d) Capital Improvement Plan
9. Monitoring,
Measurement and
Program
Modifications
(a) Maintain relevant information, including Audit findings, to establish and prioritize SSMP
activities
Updated to meet
requirements of
revised General Order
(b) Monitoring the implementation and measuring the effectiveness of SSMP elements
(c) Assess success of preventative operation and maintenance program
(d) Update SSMP procedures and activities as appropriate, based on results of monitoring
and performance evaluations
(e) Identify and illustrate spill trends, including spill frequency, locations and estimated
volumes
10. Internal Audits
(a) Conduct triennial audits
Updated to meet
requirements of
revised General Order
(b) Evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the SSMP in preventing spills.
(c) Evaluate compliance with Revised General Order
(d) Identify SSMP deficiencies in addressing ongoing spills and recommend corrective
modifications to the SSMP with a proposed schedule
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(e) State the operator’s input on Audit findings has been considered
11. Communication
Program
(a) Procedures for communication with public for spills resulting in closures of public areas,
or that enter a source of drinking water
Updated to meet
requirements of
revised General Order
(b) Communicate with public on the development, implementation, and updating of the
SSMP, including opportunities for public input
(c) Communicate with Owners/operators of tributary/satellite systems for operation,
maintenance, and capital improvement-related activities
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APPENDIX B: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
DOCUMENTS & PROCEDURES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A.SAFETY
1.Vactor Truck Safety
2.Treatment Plant Entry and Exit
3.Directions to Cottonwood Meadows Lift Station
4.Directions to Hidden Mountain Lift Station
5.Directions to Russell Square Lift Station
6.Directions to Steele Canyon Lift Station
7.Directions to Calavo Gardens Lift Station
B.SPILL NOTIFICATION
1.SERP
C.COLLECTION SYSTEM & T-PLANT ALARM SYSTEMS
1.T-Plant Alarm Systems Acknowledgement
2.Acknowledging SACDA Alarms
3.Acknowledging Lift Station Auto Dialer Alarms
4.Lift Station Communications Failures
5.Alarm Systems Phone Number Configuration
D.COLLECTIONS & EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS
1.CCTV Operation
2.Steele Canyon Lift Station Periodic Inspection
3.Cottonwood Meadows Lift Station Periodic Inspection
4.Cottonwood Meadows Emergency Contingency Plan
5.Hidden Mountain Lift Station Periodic Inspection
6.Russell Square Lift Station Periodic Inspection
7.Calavo Gardens Lift Station Periodic Inspection
8.Silverado Emergency Sewer Lift Station Activation
9.Pump Station Level Set Points
10.Refilling Bioxide Tanks
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VACTOR TRUCK
Safety, Equipment, and Workflow
Workflow
Vactor Truck Driver 1.Engages PTO when at manhole
2.Turns on arrow board in front of truck if needed+-
3.Turns on hazard lights and beacon4.Chock truck tires5.Sets up cones in back of truck6.Helps with set up in front of truck
7.When setting up tubes for vacuum gets tubes and clamps while another
worker adjusts boom
Vactor Truck Passenger
1.Passenger guides truck to manhole
2.Sets up cones in front of truck
3.Gets manhole hook and water gun
4.Turns on arrow board for back of truck if needed
5.Hooks up light for seeing into deep manholes
6.Gets the footage together for the length of run to be cleaned
7.Guides truck back to manhole to decant
Equipment and Tool Location
1.Ear plugs, gloves, hand sanitizer in cab of truck
2.Rags located under passenger seat
3.Light located under passenger seat
4.Arrow board for the front of the truck located on dash
5.Wrenches, clamps, nozzles, manhole hook, hydrant wrench etc. located in
passenger side cabinet
6.Arrow board for back of truck in passenger side cabinet
7.Traffic control signs on passenger side of truck
8.Sign stands on driver’s side of truck
9.Broom, shovels, dig bar, probe on passenger side of truck
10. Traffic Cones on both sides of truck
11. Grease fittings and controls for debris body on passenger side of truck
12. Water hose gun valve on passenger side of truck
13. Decant valve on back of truck
14. Basket on back of truck (driver’s side)
15. Locater, measuring wheel, pruners located in cabinet on driver’s side
16. Water jug driver’s side.
17. 7.5’ vacuum tubes and the tube holder are located in the Treatment Plant
Warehouse
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RWCWRF – Treatment Plant Entry and Exit
Original Date:
March 30, 2010
Latest Revision Date:
August 6, 2015
Purpose:
To provide efficient Treatment Plant access with a minimum of false alarms or delays.
Procedure:
Plant Entry
1. Open the yellow gate at the Treatment Plant access road on Singer Lane (Figure 1).
2. Travel on EL Tea Rd. (Figure 1) and Open the Treatment Plant main gate with your RFID or
your FOB.
2a. If TP main gate does not open, walk past the walking trail on the left side and enter thru double
fence gate secured with a padlock.
3. Disarm the point to point beam from the Admin/Lab Building to the Hillside by using your
FOB on the outside of the Admin/Lab Building door and/or Main Gate FOB.
4. When entry to any of the buildings is required, FOB the access control reader located next to all
entrance doors.
4.a. Staff will need a plant door key, to unlock the door to gain access to the lab Building.
4.a.1 If FOB reader at lab door is inoperable, access building using steel gate in
front of odor control scrubber and double doors using "TP" key.
4.a.2 Staff will then need to enter in the current security code for the alarm
system within 30 seconds before the alarm is sounded on security keypad.
4.b. When staff is ready to leave the Treatment Plant follow the Treatment Plant exit
procedures shown below.
Plant Exit
1. Secure all buildings accessed during after hours, during normal hours, confirm all building
security systems are armed and doors physically secured.
1.a Make sure that your vehicle or all access past the security beam next to Lab Building
door is cleared and will not be broken after arming the system.
2. If the access control reader was utilized to unarm the security system, staff will FOB the inside
Laboratory entrance door to re-arm the system before leaving.
2.a. If FOB is inoperable, key the current security code into the security control panel.
2.b. Within 1 minute, FOB the inside of the Laboratory Building before exiting the door.
2.c. Once outside, lock the entrance door and ensure the control reader status is red.
3. Exit Treatment Plant main gate and wait for gate to close
4. Secure yellow gate at Singer Lane.
5. Secure the yellow front gate should we be the only agency on site.
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Figure 1 - Aerial Map
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Directions to Cottonwood Meadows Lift Station from RWCWRF
1. Leaving RWCWRF, 11901 Singer Lane, Spring Valley, 91978
2. Head East down the access road to Campo Road
3. Turn Left onto Campo Road for 0.4 miles
4. Turn Right onto Jamacha Road for 0.8 miles
5. Turn Right onto Willow Glen Drive for 0.8 miles
6. Turn Right onto Steele Canyon Road for 0.4 miles
7. Take the 2nd Right onto Par Four Drive for 0.2 miles
8. The Cottonwood Meadows Lift Station is at the end of Par Four Drive
9. Enter through the metal swing gate and take the easement road to the Lift Station
10. Cottonwood Meadows Lift Station, 3550 Par Four Drive, El Cajon, 92019
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Directions to Hidden Mountain Lift Station from RWCWRF
1. Leaving RWCWRF, 11901 Singer Lane, Spring Valley, 91978
2. Head East down the access road to Campo Road
3. Turn Left onto Campo Road for 0.4 miles
4. Turn Right onto Jamacha Road for 2.7 miles
5. Turn Right onto Hidden Mesa Road for 0.6 miles
6. Turn Left onto Hidden Springs Drive for 0.1 miles
7. Take the 2nd Left onto Hidden Mountain Drive for 0.3 miles
8. The Hidden Mountain Lift Station will be on your left
9. Hidden Mountain Lift Station, 1256 Hidden Mountain Drive, El Cajon, 92019
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Directions to Russell Square Lift Station from RWCWRF
1. Leaving RWCWRF, 11901 Singer Lane, Spring Valley, 91978
2. Head East down the access road to Campo Road
3. Turn Left onto Campo Road for 0.4 miles
4. Turn Left to stay on Campo Road for 1.3 miles
5. Take exit 12 for Calavo Drive toward Avocado Boulevard for 0.1 miles
6. Turn Right onto Avocado Boulevard for 1.4 miles
7. Turn Left onto Fuerte Drive for 0.9 miles
8. Turn Right onto Russell Road for 0.1 miles
9. Turn Left to stay on Russell Road for 0.2 miles
10. Take the first Right into the gated community of Russell Square
11. The Russell Square Lift Station will be on your right
12. Russell Square Lift Station, 5139 ½ Russell Square, La Mesa, 91941
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Driving directions to Steele Canyon Pump Lift Station from RWCWRF
1. Leaving RWCWRF, 11901 Singer Lane, Spring Valley, 91978
2. Head east down the access road
3. Lift Station will be on your right
4. Steele Canyon Lift Station, 11977 Singer Lane, Spring Valley, 91978
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Directions to Calavo Gardens Lift Station from RWCWRF
1.Leaving RWCWRF, 11901 Singer Lane, Spring Valley, 91978
2.Head East down the access road to Campo Road
3.Turn Left onto Campo Road for 0.4 miles
4.Turn Left to stay on Campo Road for 1.1 miles
5.Turn Right onto Via Mercado for 0.2 miles
6.Turn Left onto Calle Verde Drive for 0.2 miles
7.Turn Left onto Avocado Boulevard for 0.1 miles
8.The Calavo Gardens Lift Station drive way will be on your right
9.Calavo Gardens Lift Station, 3700 Avocado Boulevard, Spring Valley, 91977
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B. SPILL NOTIFICATION - SEE SPILL EMERGENCY
RESPONSE PLAN (SERP)
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RWCWRF – Treatment Plant Alarm Systems
Acknowledgment when Reclamation Plant Operator is
unavailable.
Approval Date:
January 13, 2004
Latest Revision Date:
August 18, 2014
Purpose:
To assist in Treatment Plant Staff or Otay Water District Employees, the steps to convey to
the Reclamation Plant Operators of alarms at the Treatment Plant when they are not present.
Procedure:
1. If an alarm condition occurs at the Treatment Plant when the only Reclamation Plant
Operator has left the facility, the Treatment Plant Staff or Otay Water District
personnel will follow these steps:
2. 1a) Immediately call any of the Reclamation Plant Operators on their cell phones
listed on SharePoint. If no contact is made, call the two on call pagers. (Located in
SharePoint, Water Operator Schedule and On-call T Plant Schedule. Treatment Plant
11901 Singer Lane, Spring Valley.)
1b) In the event of a chlorine leak alarm, follow the Treatment Plant Emergency
Evacuation Procedure.
http://sharepoint/operations/reclamationplant/Procedures/Forms
3. If all staff members leave while the operator is out covering normal duties, SCADA
and the remote auto dialer will handle alarm notification as normal. The SCADA
system and auto dialer will call a sequence of our phone numbers to notify the
Reclamation Plant operators of an alarm.
4. All current phone numbers for operators, pagers, cell phones, utility maintenance
crews, and emergency situations are listed on Sharepoint, Water Operator Schedule
and On-call T Plant Schedule.
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SCADA - Acknowledging SCADA Alarms
Approval Date:
July 1, 2002
Latest Revision Date:
August 18th, 2014
Purpose:
To allow the Water Treatment Operators to receive and acknowledge alarms from the
District’s five sewer lift stations and the Treatment Plant via SCADA. Those sewer lift
stations are Cottonwood Meadows Lift Station, Hidden Mountain Lift Station, Russell
Square Lift Station, Calavo Gardens Lift Station and Steele Canyon Lift Station.
Procedure:
1. Log on to the SCADA system and click on the “ALM” button.
2. Check alarms listed and click on “Acknowledge” button.
3. If an alarm is received via a pager you can call the system and acknowledge the
alarm.
3.a. Dial the number 660.9784 and follow the prompts.
3.b. When prompted enter your access code and press the # key.
3.c. After listening to what the alarm is you will be prompted to enter the
acknowledgement code. The acknowledgement code is 9 and then the # key.
4. If an alarm is received via the telephone listen to the message and follow the prompts.
4.a. When prompted enter your access code and the # key.
4.b. After listening to the alarms you will be prompted to enter the
acknowledgement code. The code is 9 and then the # key.
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RWCWRF – Acknowledging Lift Station Auto Dialer Alarms
Approval Date:
July 1, 2002
Latest Revision Date:
August 18th, 2014
Purpose:
To allow operators to receive and acknowledge auto dialer alarms from the District’s five
sewer lift stations. Those sewer lift stations are Cottonwood Meadows, Hidden Mountain,
Russell Square, Calavo gardens and Steele Canyon.
Procedure:
To acknowledge the alarm via phone:
1. The auto dialers at each station will send a page and or phone calls to the on call
operator
2. Once an alarm is acknowledged via pager or phone, a call into the auto dialers is
warranted. At this point, a series of codes will need to be entered so that the alarm is
acknowledged and it doesn’t continue sending repeated alarms
3. Once the alarm condition is cleared and reset of all latched alarms, via SCADA or at
the station, the auto dialers will be re-armed automatically
4. Before leaving the station or logging off of SCADA, ensure all normal conditions are
back in order
Auto dialers are web based and can be accessed on any computer that is connected to the
internet using www.123mc.com.
To acknowledge the alarm via website:
1. Enter the username and password to access, review auto dialer status, acknowledge
alarms or configure alarms
2. For more information or configuration settings contact SCADA personnel.
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RWCWRF – Lift Station Communications Failures
Original Date:
March 1, 2012
Latest Revision Date:
August 18, 2014
Purpose:
To assist the Reclamation Plant Operator troubleshoot communication failures for the lift
stations via SCADA during working hours and after hours
Procedure:
During working hours:
1. Contact the SCADA Instrumentation Department Technicians.
After hours:
1. Check SCADA communication screen, check if PLC times are updating, if so
communications between SCADA and PLC are working. Contact SCADA
Instrumentation Technician for further troubleshooting solutions.
2. With no SCADA communication, ensure the redundant auto dialer at the station is
working properly by logging onto www.123mc.com.
3. Notify the Reclamation Plant Supervisor of the SCADA communications out and the
lift station dialer. Determine if facility can be left in its current state, until the next
day when personnel may be available to repair issue. Complete appropriate
documentation as needed.
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RWCWRF – CCTV Equipment Operation
Original Date:
August 28, 2007
Latest Revision Date:
August 4th, 2014
Purpose:
To provide uniform guidelines for the operation of the closed-circuit television (CCTV)
inspection equipment.
Procedure:
1. Determine location of access to pipeline that requires inspection. Load camera
equipment into a truck and drive to location. Assess the current traffic conditions
and set up traffic cones as needed.
2. Set up camera equipment around manhole to provide for safe maneuvering once
manhole lid has been removed. Set-up of equipment begins with starting the
generator. This is done by:
2a Twist grey knob on top of gas tank one full turn to allow ventilation.
2b. Turn fuel knob to the on position.
2c. Pull out choke knob.
2d. Turn the RED switch to the on position.
2e. Pull cord to start generator.
2f. After a few seconds push in the choke knob, and turn the BLACK switch to
Econ.
3. Open the box that contains the TELEVISION/VCR/DVD player. Next open the
small compartment located below the keyboard and remove the power cord.
4. Make sure the camera power switch is in the off position (toggle switch is next to
T.V. screen, OFF is in the middle). Plug power cord into generator and camera.
5. Once that is done plug in the blue camera cable by unraveling the power cord and
plugging it into the TELEVISION box.
6. Turn camera power switch located next to the T.V. screen to A.C. (push the switch
down) and power on the VCR.
7. Assemble the ABS pipes by screwing one into the other and lower into the manhole
facing the direction of the inspection.
8. Unlock the cable reel by turning the knob counter clock wise. Remove camera head
and run it through the ABS assembly until it goes all the way through into the pipe.
When the camera is in the pipe turn on the light by twisting the dial labeled LIGHT
HEAD.
9. Zero out the counter on the cable reel and on the T.V. This is done by pressing Ctrl
+ F3.
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10. To data script the video you are recording follow these steps:
a) Press Ctrl + F9 – data display scrip – date time,
b) scroll down to preset text lines delete address with back space button,
c) enter new address – delete manhole number enter in new manhole number,
d) press [esc] button to return to main screen
11. Begin pushing the camera head up the line; this is done by pulling out a little slack
12. As problems are observed such as root intrusion and cracked joints, stop the camera
head and press RECORD on the remote control.
13. After a few seconds of recording press STOP on the remote control and proceed on
with the inspection.
14. Upon completion of inspection pull back the camera head and feed it into the reel
housing. Use a rag to clean the cable as it comes back.
15. When the camera head is clear of the ABS pipe clean it off with the water sprayer and
wipe it off with a rag.
16. Put away equipment by first turning power to the camera off (toggle switch next to
T.V. in the middle).
17. Remove all power-supply cords and shut off the fuel to allow the generator to run
itself out of gas and then turn the power switch to the “off” position
18. Put away all equipment and close manhole lid.
19. To finalize disk go to menu , then go to disk manager , go to finalize and enter
Yes, it will ask to continue then enter yes again
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RWCWRF – Vactor Lubrication & Maintenance
Approval Date:
December 12, 2006
Latest Revision Date:
February 29, 2012
Purpose:
To assure the proper lubrication of wear-points such as the hose reel, vacuum boom, debris
body door, and the debris body ram. Maintenance is also done to optimize safe operation and
equipment service life.
This lubrication and maintenance procedure for the Vactor truck will be performed on a
monthly basis by section 3242 Utility Workers who are assigned to the Treatment Plant on a
long-term basis. Additional maintenance will be conducted by the Fleet Maintenance Section
at intervals determined by mileage and run-time hours.
**NOTE**
Due to lubrication point relocation there is no need to climb onto the Vactor truck; all
lubrication points are now located on lower points of the truck.
When using lubrication gun, first clean around the zerk fitting with a rag, then pump grease
until you can see the older grease start to move. As indicated above, if you cannot see the
area where the grease is going, give the lubrication gun two to three pumps.
Lubrication Points: There are a total of 24 lubrication points throughout the truck.
Product: Refer to The Fleet Department for correct product to use for all lubrication points.
Hose Reel: There are eight lubrication points (zerk fittings) on the hose reel, including one zerk fitting under the hose reel and one under the hose-control box.
Body Dump Door: There are eight lubrication points on the door, six on back, and two on
the right-side of door.
Debris Body: On the passenger side of the truck there is a spot where there are seven
lubrication points. When using these fittings give each one two to three pumps. The reason
behind this is that it’s difficult to see where the grease is going. There is also one lubrication
point on the debris body fluid level needle.
Y-Strainer Inspection: Remove, clean, and inspect for damage the two-inch y-strainer
located on the passenger side of the truck above the upper water tank. Also remove and
inspect the four-inch y-strainer located below the bumper on the passenger side.
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Sewer Lift Station – Steele Canyon Sewer
Lift Station Periodic Inspection
Approval Date:
May 12, 2006
Latest Revision Date:
April 25, 2023
Purpose:
Verify normal operation of pumps, monitoring system, and back-up power equipment at the
Steele Canyon Sewer Lift Station.
Procedure:
1. Inspect throughout the lift station for any unusual conditions i.e. vandalism, graffiti or
safety concerns.
2. Inspect around the wet well for any signs of a sewer spill.
3. Inspect the potable water back flow for any potential leaks by listening and touching
the backflow device itself for any signs of a leak.
4. Check the pumps for the following:
• Leaks
• Unusual noises
• Vibrations
• Oil level (should be more than half full on the sight glass), a white oil indicates a
seal leak
• Open and close the ball valve on the air release (ensure no rags are stuck)
• Air-release spring position
5. Check control panel for the following:
• Verify pump discharge rate
• Alarm indicators
• Control switch position
6. Complete lift station inspection sheet with the following information:
• Operator initials
• Wet well level
• Pump 1 & 2 run times
• Generator run time
• Note any maintenance performed
7. Complete the APCD Generator Log with the following information:
• Hour meter reading
• Monthly run hours
• Yearly run hour
• Comment section if needed
8. Before leaving verify the following:
• All breakers are in the “ON” position or back in its temporary position as
applicable.
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• All pump switches are in “AUTO” or back to its temporary pump sequence
position as applicable.
• The Emergency Generator doors are locked.
• The Dialer cabinet is locked.
• The Pump Control cabinet is locked.
• The Pump Stations fence gate is locked, and Station is armed
9. Log any maintenance performed into the HachWIMs Operations Daily LogBook.
10. Initiate a weekly cleaning of the wet well when inflow to the Treatment Plant has
been restricted to 0.5MGD or less (ten inches on partial flume).
11. The inspection forms for all sewer lift stations are to be replaced within the first week
of the month and placed into the 3 ringed binders located in the Conference Room.
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Sewer Lift Stations – Cottonwood Meadows Sewer
Lift Station Periodic Inspection
Approval Date:
May 12, 2006
Latest Revision Date:
April 25, 2023
Purpose:
Verify normal operation of pumps, monitoring system, and back-up power equipment at the
Cottonwood Sewer Lift Station.
Procedure:
1. Inspect throughout the lift station for any unusual conditions i.e. vandalism, graffiti
and safety concerns.
2. Inspect dry well for standing water.
3. Inspect the wet well for any signs of a sewer spill
4. Inspect the potable water back flow for any potential leaks by listening and touching
the backflow device itself for any signs of a leak.
5. Check pumps for the following:
• Leaks
• Unusual noises
• Air-release spring position
• Pump priming and draw down rate. Compare the pump you are testing with the
other pump to ensure equal draw down rate.
6. Periodically check and clean the low-level float ball and submersible transducer for
grease and rag build up. Follow the steps below:
• Turn both pumps “OFF”
• Notify the RPO at the Treatment Plant
• Remove the low float ball and the submersible transducer carefully
• Wipe off any excess grease and rags and use CLR if necessary
• Slowly lower the float ball and transducer back into the wet well
• Turn the pumps back into “AUTO”
7. To clear the low-level alarm, pull up the low level float ball to reset the float ball
which will reset the stations alarm condition.
8. Ensure that all alarm conditions are cleared on the Control Panel by resetting them.
9. Complete lift station inspection sheet as follows:
• Operator initials
• Time
• Wet well
• Pump 1 and 2 run times
• Generator run time
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• Note any maintenance performed
10. Complete the APCD Generator Log with the following information:
• Hour meter reading
• Monthly run hours
• Yearly run hours
• Comment section if needed
11. Inspect wet well for debris build up
12. Before leaving verify the following:
• All breakers are in the “ON” position or back in its temporary position as you
found it.
• All pump switches are in “AUTO” or back to its temporary pump sequence
position as you found it.
• The Emergency Generator doors are locked.
• The dry well hatch is locked
• The Dialer cabinet is locked.
• The Pump Control cabinet is locked.
• The Pump Stations fence gate is locked.
• The iron swing gate on Par Four is locked.
13. Log any maintenance performed in the HachWIMs Operations Daily LogBook.
14. The inspection forms for all sewer lift stations are to be replaced within the first week
of the month and placed into the 3 ringed binders located in the Conference Room.
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RWCWRF – Cottonwood Meadows
Emergency Contingency Plan
Original Date:
July 25, 2007
Latest Revision Date:
March 1, 2012
Purpose:
To have an action plan for simultaneous loss of utility and generator power or failure in the force
main.
Procedure:
In the event of an after-hour problem, call for assistance using the Utility Maintenance standby
sheet. It directs you to call the on-call crew leader for help. Also notify the Reclamation Plant
Supervisor. The wet well dimensions are approximately 20-feet in depth by 8-feet in diameter
(7,500 gal). The wet well fill rate is approximately 145 gpm. The force main from the lift
station to the discharge manhole at the intersection of Willow Glenn Road and Steel Canyon
Road is approximately 0.7 miles.
Protect all potentially affected storm drains and follow the Sewer Spill Response & Notification
procedure as necessary.
Confined space entry equipment may be necessary for entry into the drywell for some of the
following tasks.
If the station’s pumps are inoperable:
1. Drive the Gorman Rupp blue pump into the easement road at the end of Par Four Drive.
2. Unhook the pump when you arrive at the station and park the truck next to the generator.
3. Push the Gorman Rupp pump into position so that the suction hose can go into the wet
well and the discharge fire hose can reach the emergency discharge connection in the dry
well. No circumstances. It will only have to be turned if the upper check valve and
lower flapper valve on adjustment to the pump discharge “T” valve should be necessary
under most the No. 1 or No. 2 Pump fails.
4. Connect discharge fire hose and drop suction hose into wet well.
5. Turn both station pumps to “off”.
6. Start the Gorman Rupp pump at slow speed. You will need to make a C-5 confined space
entry to turn the discharge valve one-quarter turn.
7. With the discharge valve open, increase pump-engine speed to full throttle.
8. Use the wet well level as your guide for slowing down or shutting off the pump.
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If the sewer force main is ruptured or broken:
1.Call the Utility Maintenance and Collection crews once you assess the problem is with
the force main
2.Call in the Vactor crew to start pumping from the lowest manhole on Par Four Drive if
the system is backed up. It is located in front of 3572 Par Four Drive (MH-332-022,IE
336.85). In a serious backup of sewage, a second location to pump from would be at the
low manhole (MH-332-010,IE 338.85) at the dead-end of Heatherwood Drive. If the
system has not surcharged to the manholes yet, it is desirable for the trucks to draw from
the station wet well
3.Contact vendors to employ the use of sewer pumping trucks on a rotational basis.
4.Dumping of sewage is done at the manhole located at the intersection of Sawgrass St. and
Medinah Dr., (MH-344-095,IE 355.60), which is just north of the intersection of Steele
Canyon and Willow Glen Drive.
Draining the force main:
1.Connect the rigid suction hose located in the station storage shed to the 3 in. bypass cam-
lock fitting located on the pumps’ discharge line. Then open the ¼-turn plug valve just
below the connection to allow drain-back into the wet well or Vactor truck. This can be
done from on top of the drywell.
Sewer Pumping Trucks: Two pumping trucks are needed to keep up with flow to the station.
When ordering service from vendors request a six-inch discharge-port adapter to speed up the
dumping. Also request 4 inch suction lines if available, 3 in. will work. It may be necessary to
use multiple vendors due to availability. Lead time is 1-2 hrs. A “10-wheeler” truck with a 4
inch suction line is ideal to set up at the station. This larger truck can then discharge into another
smaller truck for disposal at the discharge manhole. However it will take effort to back up the
larger truck to the station’s wet well. It takes approximately 20 minutes to fill and another 20
minutes, round-trip, to empty a truck
Sewer Pumping Vendors: 1.A1 Septic Services – (619) 567-72242.Diamond Environmental – (888) 744-71913.Anytime Septic Service – (619) 443-2031
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Sewer Lift Station – Hidden Mountain Sewer
Lift Station Periodic Inspection
Approval Date:
May 12, 2006
Latest Revision Date:
April 25, 2023
Purpose:
Verify normal operation of pumps, monitoring system, back-up power equipment and
chemical feed equipment at the Hidden Mountain Sewer Lift Station.
Procedure:
1. Inspect all around the lift station for any unusual conditions i.e. vandalism, graffiti
and safety concerns
2. Inspect around the three wet wells and the pump station for any signs of a sewer spill.
3. Inspect the potable water back flow for any potential leaks by listening and touching
the backflow device itself for any signs of a leak.
4. Check the pumps for the following:
• Leaks
• Unusual noises
• Air-release spring position
• Pump priming and draw down rate. Compare the pump you are testing with
the other pump to ensure equal draw down rate.
5. Periodically check and clean the low-level float ball and the submersible transducer
for grease and rag build up.
6. To inspect the float ball and the submersible transducer follow the steps below:
• Turn both pumps “OFF”
• Notify an RPO at the Treatment Plant
• Set up the necessary traffic control cones and Traffic Signage for accessing
the wet well
• Remove the low float ball and transducer carefully
• Wipe off any excess grease and rags and use CLR if necessary
• Slowly lower the float ball and transducer back into the wet well
• Turn the pumps back into “AUTO”
7. To clear the low-level alarm, pull up the low level float ball to reset the float ball
which will reset the stations alarm condition.
8. Ensure that all alarm conditions are cleared on the Control Panel by resetting them.
9. Complete lift station inspection sheet with the following information:
• Operator Initial
• Wet well level
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• Pump 1 and 2 run times
• Generator run time
• Bioxide level (notify supervisor at 12-inch level or below)
• Note any maintenance performed
10. Before leaving verify the following:
• All breakers are in the “ON” position or back in its temporary position as you
found it.
• All pump switches are in “AUTO” or back to its temporary pump sequence
position when you found it.
• The potable water hatch is locked.
• The Bioxide suction pipe is locked.
• The Pump Stations housing is locked
11. Log any maintenance performed in the HachWIMs Operations Daily Log Book.
12. The inspection forms for all sewer lift stations are to be replaced within the first week
of the month and placed into the 3 ringed binder located in the Conference Room.
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Sewer Lift Stations – Russell Square Sewer Lift Station
Periodic Inspection
Approval Date:
May 12, 2006
Latest Revision Date:
April 25, 2023
Purpose:
Verify normal operation of pumps, monitoring system and chemical feed equipment at the
Russell Square Sewer Lift Station.
Procedure:
1. Inspect all around the lift station for any unusual conditions i.e. vandalism, graffiti
and safety concerns.
2. Inspect around the wet well for any signs of a sewer spill.
3. Inspect the potable water back flow for any potential leaks by listening and touching
the backflow device itself for any signs of a leak.
4. Open and inspect the wet well for debris build up.
5. Check the pumps for the following:
• Discharge piping leaks
• Unusual noises
• Pump priming and draw down rate. Compare the pump you are testing with
the other pump to ensure equal draw down rate.
6. Wash down the Bioxide mat all the while pumping down the wet well level until you
reach the shut off level set point.
7. Periodically check and clean the low float ball and submersible transducer for grease
and rag build up.
8. To inspect the low float ball and submersible transducer follow the steps below:
• Turn both pumps “OFF”
• Notify an RPO at the Treatment Plant
• Remove the low float and transducer carefully
• Wipe off any excess grease and rags and use CLR if necessary
• Slowly lower the float ball and transducer back into the wet well
• Turn the pumps back in “AUTO”
9. To clear the low-level alarm, pull up the low level float ball to reset the float ball
which will reset the stations alarm condition.
10. Ensure that all alarm conditions are cleared on the Control Panel by resetting them.
11. Complete the lift station inspection sheet with the following information:
• Operator Initial
• Wet well level
• Pump 1 and 2 run times
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• Bioxide level (notify supervisor at 6-inch level or below)
• Note any maintenance performed
12. Before leaving verify the following:
• All pump breakers are in the “ON” position or in its temporary position you
found it
• All pump switches are in “AUTO” or back to its temporary pump sequence
position when you found it.
• The wet well hatch is locked.
• The Dialer cabinet is locked.
• The Pump Control cabinet is locked.
• The Bioxide cabinet is locked.
• The Pump Stations fence gate is locked.
13. Log any maintenance performed into the HachWIMs Operations Daily Log Book.
14. The inspection forms for all sewer lift stations are to be replaced within the first week
of the month and placed into the 3 ringed binder located in the Conference Room.
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Sewer Lift Stations – Calavo Gardens Sewer Lift Station
Periodic Inspection
Approval Date:
May 5, 2009
Latest Revision Date:
April 25, 2023
Purpose:
The District replaced the Calavo Gardens lift station in September 2008. The station is
primarily intended for emergency use in the event flow from the collection system needs to
be diverted from the County’s Rancho San Diego pump station or the Reclamation Plant. In
the event of the station running in an emergency, the pump station will need to be inspected
by either SCADA or an onsite inspection. During the weekends if an operator is not working
or is working, a SCADA inspection will be sufficed. Every Monday to verify the operational
readiness of the pumps and equipment, an actual testing of the pumps and discharge rates
will be performed.
Procedure:
District vehicles must park on the station’s driveway only. Contact property owners prior to
events when more parking spaces will be needed.
1. Inspect all around the lift station for any unusual conditions i.e. vandalism, graffiti
and safety concerns.
2. Inspect around the wet well for any sewer spills.
3. Inspect the potable water back flow for any potential leaks by listening and touching
the backflow device itself for any signs of a leak.
4. Open and inspect the wet well for debris build up.
5. Test each pump and check for the following:
• Discharge pipe leaks
• Unusual noises
• Pump priming and draw down rate
• Discharge rate for each pump and both pumps running together
6. To test both pumps perform the following steps:
• Place a pump in “HAND” and the other pump in the “OFF” position.
• Record the discharge rate
• Turn the pump that was running in the “OFF” position and place the other
pump in the “HAND” position.
• Record the discharge rate.
• Place both pumps in the “HAND” position.
• Record the discharge rates
• After testing the station, place both pumps in the position you found it.
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7. Complete the lift station inspection sheet with the following information;
• Operator initials
• Wet Well level
• Totalizer reading (Totalizer measures flow in units of 100 gallons)
• Individual and combined pumping discharge rates
8. Before leaving verify the following:
• All pump breakers are in the “AUTO” position or in its temporary position
you found it.
• All pump switches are in “AUTO” or back to its temporary pump sequence
position when you found it.
• The wet well hatch is closed and secured shut.
• Both control cabinets are locked.
• The Pump Stations fence gate is locked.
9. Log any maintenance performed in the HachWIMs Operations Daily LogBook.
10. The inspection forms for all sewer lift stations are to be replaced within the first week
of the month and placed into the 3 ringed binder located in the back Admin
Operations Office at the Treatment Plant. Flow readings for the month must also be
inputted into Hach WIMS under the form “RSD and Calavo L/S Flows”
11. The station’s valve from the Calavo Vault is normally closed when the station is not
being operated. The valve to the Treatment Plant in the Calavo Vault is normally
open. Notification to the Reclamation Plant Supervisor will need to be made if
changing the operation of the valves.
• The hydraulic grade line of the wet well and influent line is about 10.14 feet. In the
event the 10-inch trunk line backs up downstream of the station, a sewer spill will
first occur at manhole MH 342-087 located on the southbound shoulder of Avocado
Blvd. near the entrance roadway to the station.
• #1 pump discharge rate: around 336 gpm at 14.7 psi.
• #2 pump discharge rate: around 361 gpm at 14.9 psi.
• #1 and #2 pumps simultaneous discharge rate: 563 gpm at 17.4 psi.
• The high-level float bypass is about 5.5 – 6.0 feet, when the pumps will run on floats
instead of the PLC. Once the level reaches the low-level float, it will return back to
PLC control.
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RWCWRF – Silverado Emergency Sewer Lift Station
Activation
Approval Date:
August 29, 2006
Latest Revision Date:
March 9, 2012
Purpose:
To maintain a safe and effective sewage removal system from the Silverado Community
during an emergency situation.
1. Back the portable pump into the station.
2. Perform confined space entry into the manhole to the right of the pump station near
the sidewalk. (See confined space entry procedures.)
3. Remove pipe cap in manhole to allow sewage to flow into the wet well.
4. Place sandbags in the manhole to back up the sewer flow.
5. Connect pump-suction hose to four-inch female cam-lock connection at the station.
6. Connect pump-discharge hose to four-inch female cam-lock connection at the station.
7. Open station discharge hose.
8. Pump wet well based on level.
Note: Water is available at the station for priming the pump.
Equipment:
Portable Gorman Rupp Pump (Blue Pump)
Eight-foot discharge hose with four-inch male cam-lock fittings
Eight-foot suction hose with four-inch male cam-lock fittings
Sandbags (4)
Bolt cutters (to cut lock off curb stop)
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Otay Water District Lift Station Level Set Points
Steele Canyon Lift Station
High Level Set Point 9.0 feet
Low Level Set Point 1.3 feet
Calavo gardens Lift Station
High Level Set Point 8.0 feet
Low Level Set Point 0.8 feet
Cottonwood Meadows Lift Station
High Level Set Point 7.3 feet
Low Level Set Point 1.6 feet
Hidden Mountain Lift Station
High Level Set Point 5.0 feet
Low Level Set Point 1.5 feet
Russell Square Lift Station
High Level Set Point 5.2 feet
Low Level Set Point 1.6 feet
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RWCWRF – Refilling Bioxide Tanks
Original Date:
August 29, 2006
Latest Revision Date:
February 29, 2012
Purpose:
For safely and efficiently refilling the Bioxide storage tanks to control odor in the sewer
force mains located at the Hidden Mountain and Russell Square Sewer Lift Stations.
Procedure:
1. Verify that the chemical to be received is Bioxide by checking shipment manifest
prior to unloading by the vendor.
2. Unlock cam-lock cap at tank fill point.
3. Observe flow from truck into tank.
4. At approximately 6-inches from the top of the tank, the truck pump is turned off and
the truck operator blows air through the feeder lines.
5. Replace and relock the cam-lock on the cap.
6. Open the Bioxide Pump cabinet and manually run the pump between two and five
minutes to check for air in the lines and verify chemical addition to wet well.
7. Log information into lift station inspection sheet.
8. Log information into the HACH Daily LogBook.
In the event of spill:
1. Use the portable spill kit.
2. After the spill is contained clean it up with absorbent materials and shovel into a
container.
3. Dump the contents into the drying beds at the Treatment Plant.
4. Notify the supervisor and log the incident into the lift station LogBook.
5. Log incident into the HACH Daily LogBook.
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APPENDIX C: Spill Emergency Response Plan (SERP)
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SSMP Appendix C
Otay Water District
Sanitary Sewer System
Spill Emergency Response Plan
Revised June 2025
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Contents
Definitions & Acronyms ........................................................................................................... 3
1. Purpose ................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 District Goals ................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 State Requirements for a Spill Emergency Response Plan ............................................... 5
1.3 Regional Board Requirements for Private Sewer Lateral Spills ........................................ 6
2. District Procedures ............................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Spill Detection and Notification ....................................................................................... 6
2.2 Spill Response Procedures ............................................................................................... 7
2.3 Initial Response ............................................................................................................... 7
2.4 Spill Containment Measures.......................................................................................... 10
2.5 Correction of the Cause of the Spill ............................................................................... 10
2.6 Recovery and Cleanup ................................................................................................... 10
2.7 Outside Agency Coordination Prior to and During Spill Event ....................................... 11
2.8 Traffic Control and Crowd Control................................................................................. 11
2.9 Notification Requirements ............................................................................................ 12
2.10 Post-Spill Assessment .................................................................................................. 12
2.11 Spill Specific Monitoring .............................................................................................. 16
2.12 Spill Emergency Response Plan Training ..................................................................... 17
2.13 Documentation and Reporting of Spill Events ............................................................. 17
2.14 Annual Review of Spill Emergency Response Plan ....................................................... 18
Appendix 1 Spill Category Determination Worksheet ........................................................... 19
Appendix 2 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Field Report ................................................................ 21
Appendix 3 Spill Notification Contact Information ................................................................ 25
Appendix 4 Post Spill Assessment Worksheet ....................................................................... 26
Appendix 5 Volume Estimation Techniques .......................................................................... 30
Appendix 6 Water Quality Monitoring................................................................................... 34
Appendix 7 Category Specific Information Needed for Spill Regulatory ............................... 36
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Definitions & Acronyms
Basin Plan – A water quality control plan specific to a Regional Water Quality Control Board (Regional
Water Board), that serves as regulations to: (1) define and designate beneficial uses of surface and
groundwaters, (2) establish water quality objectives for protection of beneficial uses, and (3) provide
implementation measures.
California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS) – The statewide database that provides for
mandatory electronic reporting as required in State and Regional Water Board-issued waste discharge
requirements.
District – Refers to the Otay Water District.
Drainage Conveyance System – A publicly- or privately-owned separate storm sewer system, including
but not limited to drainage canals, channels, pipelines, pump stations, detention basins, infiltration
basins/facilities, or other facilities constructed to transport stormwater and non-stormwater flows.
Force Main – Refers to a pressure sewer used to convey wastewater from a pump station to the point of
discharge.
Geographical Information System (GIS) – Refers to the District’s system that it uses to capture, store,
analyze, and manage geospatial data associated with the District’s sanitary sewer system assets.
Global Positioning System (GPS) – Refers to the method used to determine the longitude and latitude of
sanitary sewer overflows for use in meeting CIWQS reporting requirements.
Initial Responder – Refers to the District employee who provides the District’s initial response to a
sewer system event.
Lateral – Refers to the piping that conveys sewage from a building to the District’s sewer system.
Office of Emergency Services (OES) – Refers to the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services
which is part of the California Emergency Management Agency.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Any equipment used to minimize exposure to hazards that cause
workplace injuries or illnesses.
Receiving Water – A water of the State that receives a discharge of waste.
San Diego Department of Public Works (SD DPW) – Refers to the agency responsible for wastewater
treatment in San Diego County.
San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board (SDRWQCB) – Refers to the Region 9 (San Diego
region) Board and staff responsible for protecting the San Diego area’s water resources.
Spill – Any overflow, spill, release, discharge or diversion of untreated or partially treated wastewater
from a sanitary sewer system (formerly “sanitary sewer overflow; “SSO”)
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Waters of the State – Surface waters or groundwater within boundaries of the state as defined in Water
Code section 13050(e), in which the State and Regional Water Boards have authority to protect
beneficial uses. Waters of the State include, but are not limited to, groundwater aquifers, surface
waters, saline waters, natural washes and pools, wetlands, sloughs, and estuaries, regardless of flow or
whether water exists during dry conditions. Waters of the State include waters of the United States. This
website can be a useful tool for identifying the Water of the State: WATERS GeoViewer 2.0.
Waters of the United States – Surface waters or waterbodies that are subject to federal jurisdiction in
accordance with the Clean Water Act. This website can be a useful tool for identifying the Water of the
United States: WATERS GeoViewer 2.0.
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Otay Water District Collection System
Spill Emergency Response Plan
1.Purpose
The purpose of the Otay Water District’s (District) Spill Emergency Response Plan (SERP) is to ensure an
organized and effective response to any spill within the District’s sewer service area. The SERP provides
guidelines for District personnel to follow in responding to, cleaning up and reporting any spills. The SERP
satisfies the requirement mandated in the Statewide Waste Discharge Requirements General Order No.
WQ 2022-0103-DWQ (General Order) to update and implement an enrollee’s SERP.
District employees are required to report all wastewater overflows found and to take the appropriate
action to secure the wastewater overflow area, properly report to the appropriate regulatory agencies,
relieve the cause of the overflow, and ensure that the affected area is cleaned as soon as possible to
minimize health hazards to the public and protect the environment.
1.1 District Goals
The District’s goals for responding to spills are the following:
•Work safely;
•Respond quickly to minimize the volume of the spill;
•Eliminate the cause of the spill;
•Prevent sewage system overflows or leaks from entering the storm drain system or receiving
waters to the maximum extent practicable;
•Contain the spilled wastewater to the extent feasible;
•Minimize public contact with the spilled wastewater;
•Mitigate the impact of the spill;
•Meet the regulatory reporting requirements;
•Evaluate the causes of failure related to certain spills; and
•Revise response procedures resulting from the debrief and failure analysis of certain spills.
1.2 State Requirements for a Spill Emergency Response Plan
The collection system agency must develop a SERP to assure immediate detection and response to spills
to reduce spill volumes and collect information for prevention of future spills. The SERP must include
procedures to:
•The Spill Emergency Response Plan must include procedures to:
A.Notify primary responders, appropriate local officials, and appropriate regulatory
agencies of a spill in a timely manner;
B.Notify other potentially affected entities (for example, health agencies, water suppliers,
etc.) of spills that potentially affect public health or reach waters of the State;
C.Comply with the notification, monitoring and reporting requirements of this General
Order, State law and regulations, and applicable Regional Water Board Orders;
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D.Ensure that appropriate staff and contractors implement the Spill Emergency Response
Plan and are appropriately trained;
E.Address emergency system operations, traffic control and other necessary response
activities;
F.Contain a spill and prevent/minimize discharge to waters of the State or any drainage
conveyance system;
G.Minimize and remediate public health impacts and adverse impacts on beneficial uses of
waters of the State;
H.Remove sewage from the drainage conveyance system;
I.Clean the spill area and drainage conveyance system in a manner that does not
inadvertently impact beneficial uses in the receiving waters;
J.Implement technologies, practices, equipment, and interagency coordination to expedite
spill containment and recovery;
K.Implement pre-planned coordination and collaboration with storm drain agencies and
other utility agencies/departments prior, during, and after a spill event;
L.Conduct post-spill assessments of spill response activities;
M.Document and report spill events as required in this General Order; and
N.Annually, review and assess effectiveness of the Spill Emergency Response Plan, and
update the Plan as needed.
1.3 Regional Board Requirements for Private Sewer Lateral Spills
District ownership, operation, and maintenance of sewer gravity mains does not extend to “lower” or
“upper” laterals, and all sewer laterals are privately owned, maintained, and operated outside the sewer
gravity main connection point. Pursuant to the San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board Order
No R9-2007-0005, the District participates in mandatory notification and reporting of private sewer
lateral discharges that meet certain requirements.
2.District Procedures
2.1 Spill Detection and Notification
Notification of a spill will be generally occur through observation by the public, receipt of an alarm, or
observation by District employees.
If a call is received from the public concerning a spill, the individual receiving the call will collect the
following information:
•Time and date of call
•Specific location of potential overflow or incident
•Nature of call
•In case of spill, estimated start time of overflow and how long it has been occurring
•Caller’s name, telephone number, and address
•Caller’s observations (e.g., odor, duration, location on property, known impacts, indication if
surface water impacted, appearance at cleanout or manhole)
•Any other relevant information
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District staff may also observe a spill as part of their routine activities. Any problems noted with the
sewer system should be reported to District Reclamation staff who will conduct an initial response.
Figure 2-1 is the overview of the spill Response and Reporting Workflow Plan.
Contractors may also cause or witness a spill . Any Contractor working on the District’s sewer system will
be trained on the proper procedures to follow should they cause or witness a spill. Each Contractor will
be provided with the notification procedures for reporting a spill event to the District.
2.2 Spill Response Procedures
District staff will respond to spills as soon as feasible following notification of an overflow/backup or
unauthorized discharge. Upon notification of a potential spill, Otay Water District Reclamation staff will
conduct an initial response and evaluation of any report of a sanitary sewer discharge within its sewer
jurisdiction.
2.3 Initial Response
Initial Responder priorities are the following:
•To follow safe work practices, utilizing all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) prior
to any physical investigation.
•To respond promptly with the appropriate and necessary equipment.
•To contain the spill wherever feasible.
•To restore the flow as soon as practicable.
•To minimize public access to and/or contact with the spilled sewage.
•To promptly notify the Engineering Department in event of major spill.
•To return the spilled sewage to the sewer system.
•To restore the area to its original condition (or as close as possible).
•To photograph and document affected and unaffected areas from a spill.
The initial responder must respond to the reporting party/problem site and visually check for potential
sewer stoppages or overflows.
The initial responder will:
•Note arrival time at the site of the overflow/backup.
•Confirm that the sewer system spill or backup is within the District’s jurisdiction and
responsibility.
•If the spill is not within District jurisdiction, notify the responsible agency and document the
time and contact information into the appropriate work order.
•If the spill is within District jurisdiction, note if the actual blockage is occurring from a District,
County-owned or private appurtenance. Consider that a blockage in a nearby County-owned
manhole could cause a backup in the District collection system.
•Identify and assess the affected area and extent of spill. Document conditions with photographs.
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•Use the Spill Category Determination Worksheet to determine the category for the spill.
(Appendix 1)
•Contact immediate Supervisor and:
If the overflow is caused by a blockage or lift station equipment failure, follow the
standby duty notification protocol for the Utility Maintenance and/or Pump/Electrical
sections.
•The Utility Workers assigned to the collection system section may be called to respond in lieu of
the Utility Maintenance standby personnel if available for immediate response. If possible, use
special tools such as a grabber or clam shell to open the channel and allow flow through
blockage until the District’s Vactor crew arrives.
•Visually estimate the amount of spill utilizing the spill volume estimation guide (see Appendix 5)
or use pumping hours at pump station if appropriate. Document the estimate using photos
and/or video of the spill site before and during recovery operation.
•Take all necessary steps to contain the spill. See Spill Containment Measures below.
•Start Regulatory reporting as required by the Spill Category and within the time constraints
mandated by the General Order. (see Table 2.1)
•Begin completing spill Field Report (see Appendix 2) if feasible at the site. This field report may
be completed after the spill has been contained.
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CMMS Work Request Forwarded
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REC PLANT SUPERVISOR
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Figure 1: Sanitary Sewer Overflow Response and Reporting Workflow Plan
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2.4 Spill Containment Measures
The initial responder and/or response team will attempt to contain as much of the spilled sewage as
possible using any or all of the following steps:
•Determine the immediate destination of the overflowing sewage (e.g., street curb gutter, storm
drain, drainage channel, creek bed, body of water, etc.).
•Take immediate steps to contain and recover the overflow (e.g., block or plug storm drains,
recover sewage with a Vactor truck, dig or construct a containment pond, divert sewer flow
away from catch basins or drop inlets with sandbags to more strategic location, etc.). If the
spilled sewage has reached the storm drain system, attempt to contain the spill by plugging
downstream storm drainage facilities.
•Identify and request, if necessary, assistance or additional District and/or Contractor resources
(materials and equipment) to contain or isolate the overflow.
•Pump around the blockage/pipe failure.
2.5 Correction of the Cause of the Spill
Once the spill has been contained and the cause determined, District Utility Maintenance staff will use
the appropriate cleaning equipment to clear any blockage and observe the flows to ensure the blockage
does not reoccur downstream. If staff are unable to clear the blockage within a reasonable time from
arrival, or construction repairs are required to restore flow, containment and/or bypass pumping will be
initiated. Detailed documentation of these efforts, with photo documentation, should be included.
2.6 Recovery and Cleanup
If recovery is possible, the spilled sewage and any rinse water should be vacuumed up and/or pumped
and discharged back into the sewer system.
All spill sites must be thoroughly cleaned as soon as possible after an overflow occurs. Clean-up and
disinfection, if applicable, will be implemented to reduce the potential for human health issues and
adverse environmental impacts associated with a spill event. No identifiable residue (e.g., sewage solids,
papers, plastics, etc. is to remain at the site. Clean-up of the site will be handled using the following
procedures:
•The spill site must be secured to prevent contact by members of the public until the site has
been thoroughly cleaned.
•Where practical, the area shall be thoroughly flushed and cleaned of any sewage or wash-down
water using a high-pressure water hose or Vactor truck; wash-down water shall be contained
and recovered; solids and debris shall be flushed, swept, raked, or manually removed, and
hauled away for proper disposal.
•Where appropriate (typically in areas with hard surfaces), areas that were in contact with the
sewage shall be cleaned using an approved sanitizing agent and deodorizer.
•If any sewage is discharged into a body of water that may contain fish or other aquatic life, the
appropriate agency, usually the CA Dept. of Fish & Wildlife, will be contacted to determine
proper methods for clean-up of the waterbody.
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•Post signage of possible sewage contamination if the spill has reached a drainage conveyance or
surface water.
•Where sanitizing agents are utilized, all contaminants shall be contained and collected for
proper disposal.
•Where sewage resulted in ponding, the pond must be pumped dry, and the residue removed
and disposed of properly.
•If spill occurs during a heavy storm event (i.e., sheet of rainwater across paved surfaces) with
heavy runoff, flushing and sampling (if required) should be omitted. Any conditions that prevent
the completion of an appropriate spill response or sampling shall be documented and included
in the Certified Spill Report.
2.7 Outside Agency Coordination Prior to and During Spill Event
The District participates in an Interagency Shared Resources Program with four neighboring water
utilities (Sweetwater Authority, Helix Water District, Padre Dam Water District, and Lakeside Water
District). The District has an established relationship with the County of San Diego Department of Public
Works (County DPW) and have shared resources with the County in the past. If additional resources are
needed to expedite containment and clean-up of a spill, District staff should contact the County DPW
Division 1 Headquarters and/or any of the agencies under the Interagency Shared Resources Program.
Contact information for these agencies is included in Appendix 3 of the SERP.
Sweetwater Authority Water Quality and Water Treatment Plant staff should be notified in the event of
a sewer spill that has the potential to reach the Sweetwater River which, in turn could impact the
Sweetwater Reservoir, a drinking water reservoir owned by the Sweetwater Authority. Contact numbers
for the appropriate Sweetwater Authority staff are included in Appendix 3.
Another critical agency that the District has coordinated with is the County of San Diego Watershed
Protection Division. If the spill has entered or has the potential to enter the storm drain system, the
County of San Diego Watershed Protection, and the County DPW Division 1 Headquarters should be
contacted as soon as possible/feasible. The first responder and any other District staff present at the
spill site will use GIS information that identifies County storm drains near the spill to determine which
storm drain or drainages are impacted. Proper coordination with County DPW and the County
Watershed Protection Division will help District staff to determine the path of the spill and its potential
impact within the storm drain system and whether the spill could ultimately reach a surface water.
Contact information for the Agency is included in Appendix 3 of the SERP.
2.8 Traffic Control and Crowd Control
Traffic Control
The purpose of traffic control is to allow District crews to safely work when responding to an spill event
and to limit public access to areas potentially impacted by un-permitted discharges of sewage. The
extent of traffic control will depend on the location and the magnitude of the spill.
District Utility Maintenance staff have the equipment and expertise to implement traffic control in most
spill events. Traffic control equipment is stored at the reclamation plant and operations main yard.
Equipment includes barricades, delineators, lighted signboards, traffic cones, lighted signs, flashers, and
utility vehicles. If the spill location and extent is beyond District’s UM staff ability to handle traffic
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control, Utility Maintenance staff will implement preliminary traffic control and contact their contracted
traffic control company for assistance. If the spill is greater than 10,000 gallons, District staff should call
the County of San Diego’s Sheriff’s Department for assistance in the event of road closures and traffic
control and ask County DEH for help in informing the public of hazards due to the spill.
Crowd Control
Crowd control can be handled similar to traffic control with the additional use of sewer spill notification
signs, caution tape, and materials to rope-off an area affected by the spill until cleanup is completed.
2.9 Notification Requirements
The volume, impact and location of a spill determine the level of notifications to comply with regulatory
requirements. Table 2.1 provides a summary of the four different spill categories and the notification,
monitoring and reporting associated with each category. Notification of CalOES should occur within the
time period indicated in Table 2.1. There are additional agencies that must be notified as soon as it is
feasible after the discovery of a spill. The contact information for these agencies is included in Appendix
3.
2.10 Post-Spill Assessment
A thorough post-spill assessment of each spillevent will help District staff become more effective in
responding to any future spills. Each spill event is an opportunity to evaluate the District’s response and
reporting procedures. As soon as possible after Category 1, Category 2 and Category 3 spill events, all of
the participants, from the person who received the call to the last person to leave the site, will meet to
review the procedures used and to discuss what worked and where improvements could be made in
preventing or responding to and mitigating future spill events. The results of the debriefing will be
documented and tracked to ensure the action items are completed as scheduled.
The following information and questions should be addressed during the post-spill assessment.
Appendix 4 is a form that can be used to record the information.
Response to the Spill:
•Spill location name and address.
•Review of the incident timeline and other documentation regarding the spill.
•Were proper notification procedures adhered to and effective?
•Were spill response time goals met?
•What safety procedures were used and if they were effective?
•Were the initial response procedures followed and were they effective?
•Review of volume estimate, volume recovered estimate and volume estimation assumptions.
•Review of spill photographs.
•The containment procedures used and if they were effective.
•What clean-up and recovery procedures were used and if they were effective?
•What sewer back up procedures were implemented and if they were they effective?
•If sampling was conducted, were chain of custody procedures followed?
Reporting and Notification Procedures:
•Were all reporting and notification timeline requirements met (CIWQS reports)?
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•Was a spill event file created?
•Was QA/QC performed to ensure that the field data matches data inputted to CIWQS?
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caused by a private lateral, and a responsible party should be identified, if known. The
Enrollee will not be responsible for the cause, cleanup, or repair of Private Lateral Sewage
Discharges, but only the reporting of those within their jurisdiction and for which they
become aware of.
2.11 Spill Specific Monitoring
Spill Location and Spread
The spill location and spread will be assessed using photography and GPS coordinates. Photos and GPS
coordinates are required for the location where the spill originated. Additional photographs will be
taken to document the following:
•Drainage conveyance system entry location(s)
•Location of any spill discharge into surface waters (if applicable)
•Extent of the spread of the spill
•Location of the clean-up of the spill
Spill Volume Estimation
The volume of the spill will be estimated for assessment of the approximate magnitude and extent of
the spill. The volume estimation techniques that can be used are presented in Appendix 5. The reporting
of the volume estimate will be updated as further information is obtained during and after a spill event.
Receiving Water Monitoring
If a spill is discharging to a surface water, the following visual observations will be gathered and
documented:
•Estimated travel time of the spill to the receiving water;
•If a spill enters a drainage conveyance system, the estimated travel time of the spill from the
point of entry to the drainage conveyance system to the point of discharge into the receiving
water;
•Estimate of the spill volume entering the receiving water;
•Photographs of any:
o Waterbody bank erosion;
o Floating matter;
o Water surface sheen;
o Discoloration of receiving water;
o Impact to the receiving water.
Water Quality Sampling and Analysis
When the estimated volume of a sewage spill is 50,000 gallons or greater and is discharged into a
surface water, water quality sampling must be conducted, no later than 18 hours after knowledge of a
potential discharge to the surface water. The water quality monitoring plan is included as Appendix 6.
The collected receiving water samples will be analyzed for the following constituents:
•Ammonia
•Appropriate bacterial indicator(s) per the applicable Basin Plan water quality objectives,
including one or more of the following, unless directed otherwise by the San Diego Regional
Water Quality Control Board:
o Total Coliform Bacteria
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o Fecal Coliform Bacteria
o E-coli
o Enterococcus
The SDRWQCB, in conjunction with the County DEH, will determine if additional samples should be
collected and analyzed per the applicable Basin Plan water quality objectives.
2.12 Spill Emergency Response Plan Training
All District personnel who may have a role in responding to, reporting, and/or mitigating a sewer system
overflow will receive training on the contents of this SERP. All new employees will receive training
before they are placed in a position where they may have to respond. Current employees will receive
annual refresher training on this plan and the procedures to be followed.
Training sessions shall also incorporate hands-on field demonstrations to insure the preparedness of all
response personnel to all anticipated situations. An overview of the SSMP and the SERP will be provided
to District staff. This will serve as a mode of instructing staff on the SSMP, Spills, and required
documentation.
All training will be conducted for affected employees and will include the following topics:
•The District’s Spill Emergency Response Plan and Sanitary Sewer Management Plan
•Sanitary Sewer Overflow Volume Estimation Techniques
•Researching and documenting Sanitary Sewer Overflow Start Times
•Response Procedures for Impacted Surface Waters
•Water Quality Sampling Plan
Periodic training drills or field exercises will be held to ensure that employees are up to date on SERP
spill response procedures, equipment is in working order, and the required materials are readily
available. The training drills will cover scenarios typically observed during sewer related emergencies
(e.g. mainline blockage, mainline failure, and lateral blockage). The results and the observations during
the drills will be recorded and action items will be tracked to ensure completion. Training and event
participation will be documented and maintained.
2.13 Documentation and Reporting of Spill Events
Each spill must be properly documented, and information gathered for the spill that includes the
mandatory information required by the General Order for the initial draft report and the subsequent
certified report. This mandatory information varies according to the Category of the spill. Appendix 7
details the information that needs to be obtained for a spill for each of the categories.
A spill field report form, included as Appendix 2, should be completed for the spill as soon as it is safe
and feasible. The information in the field report will provide much of the spill information necessary for
the draft report that needs to be submitted to the online CIWQS Sanitary Sewer System Database within
three business days for Category 1 and 2 spills. Category 3 spill information is submitted monthly and
Category 4 spill information is submitted annually.
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2.14 Annual Review of Spill Emergency Response Plan
The District’s Spill Emergency Response Plan will be reviewed annually in February of each year. This
review will evaluate the effectiveness of the plan during the prior 12 months. If any changes are needed
to increase the effectiveness of the SERP, they will be incorporated into the document and the SERP will
be updated. Changes in personnel and/or contact information will also be updated, as needed, to keep
the SERP current.
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Appendix 1 Spill Category Determination Worksheet
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DETERMINE RESPONSIBILITY
Private (Source of problem is within a privately-owned system – if so – jump to last box)
Other Public Agency (Source of problem is within another publicly owned system, not
OWD)
OWD (Source of problem is within OWD system) If this box is checked, answer
questions below to determine correct category of spill.
CATEGORY 1 Spill (If answer to any question below is Yes)
•Discharge to Surface Water? Yes No
•Discharge to Drainage Conveyance System that discharges to Surface Water and
is not fully contained? Yes No
•Exfiltrated to a Hydraulically Connected Surface Water? Yes No
CATEGORY 2 Spill (If spill is NOT a Category 1 and answer to question below is Yes)
•Is Discharge Volume 1,000 gallons or larger? Yes No
CATEGORY 3 Spill (If spill is NOT a Category 1 and answer to question below is Yes)
•Is Discharge Volume between 50 gallons and 999 gallons? Yes No
CATEGORY 4 Spill (If spill is NOT a Category 1 and answer to question below is Yes)
•Is Discharge Volume less than 50 gallons? Yes No
Private Sewer Lateral Spill (if spill is private and answer to question below is Yes)
•Is Discharge Volume 1,000 gallons or larger? Yes No
•Discharge to Surface Water? Yes No
•Discharge to Drainage Conveyance System that discharges to Surface Water and
is not fully contained? Yes No
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Appendix 2 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Field Report
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Appendix 4 Post Spill Assessment Worksheet
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Appendix 5 Volume Estimation Techniques
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Appendix 6 Water Quality Monitoring
Sanitary Sewer Overflow Water Quality Monitoring Program
This monitoring program will be implemented for a Category I spill in which 50,000 gallons or
greater are discharge into a surface water and must be conducted as soon as possible but no later than
18 hours after initial spill notification.
Sampling Requirements
Collect one water sample, each day of the duration of the spill. The sampling locations are as follows:
•If sewage discharges to a surface water via a drainage conveyance system, a sample should be
taken at a point in the drainage conveyance system before the flow discharges into a receiving
water;
•The surface water receiving a sewage discharge from a spill, either directly or from a drainage
conveyance should be sampled in three locations;
o A point in the receiving water where sewage initially enters the receiving water;
o A point in the receiving water, upstream of the point of sewage discharge, to capture
ambient conditions, absent of sewage; and
o A point in the receiving water, downstream of the point of sewage discharge, where the
spill material is fully mixed with the receiving water.
Take photographs of the sampling locations and the condition of the receiving water where the sewer
spill is discharging.
The collected receiving water samples will be analyzed for the following constituents:
•Ammonia
•Appropriate bacterial indicator(s) per the applicable Basin Plan water quality objectives,
including one or more of the following, unless directed otherwise by the San Diego Regional
Water Quality Control Board:
o Total Coliform Bacteria
o Fecal Coliform Bacteria
o E-coli
o Enterococcus
If District staff taking the water quality samples encounters access restrictions or unsafe conditions that
prevents compliance with the sampling requirements of the General Order, documentation of access
restrictions and/or safety hazards should be documented so that the information can be included in the
corresponding required report.
Proper Sanitary Sewer Overflow Sampling Procedures
Obtain spill field sampling kit from the RWCWRF laboratory.
Don the PPE from the sample kit in preparation for taking samples.
Grab samples will be collected by submerging a properly cleaned sample collection container provided
by the laboratory directly in the sewerage flow.
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Collected sewage will be transferred from the collection container to the preserved laboratory-supplied
sample bottles being careful not to overfill the bottles so as not to flush out any preservative.
To maintain sample integrity and prevent cross-contamination, sample collection personnel will abide by
the following protocols:
•Collect samples (for laboratory analysis) only in laboratory-provided sample containers and
remove the cap from each bottle immediately before collecting a sample;
•Wear clean, powder-free nitrile gloves when collecting samples;
•Change gloves whenever something not known to be clean has been touched and between
sites.
The most important aspect of grab sampling is to collect a sample that represents the entire
sewerage overflow stream. Collect samples well away from the bank (preferable where water is
visibly flowing) and 6” below the surface. Avoid sampling debris or scum layer from the surface or
disturbing bottom sediment.
Typically, samples are collected by dipping the collection container in the sewerage flow paths and
streams as noted below. *
•For small sewerage streams and flow paths, simply dip the bottle facing upstream until full.
•For larger stream that can be safely accessed, collect a sample in the middle of the flow stream
by directly dipping the mouth of the bottle. Once again making sure that the opening of the
bottle is facing upstream as to avoid any contamination by the sampler.
•For larger sewerage streams that cannot be safely waded, pole-samplers may be needed to
safely access the representative flow.
•Avoid collecting samples from ponded, sluggish or stagnant water.
•Do not stand upstream of the sampling point within the flow path.
Once samples have been collected, take a photograph of the sampling location if possible.
Once all samples have been collected, they should be returned to the RWCWRF laboratory for analysis
or for outside laboratory pickup for analysis. The chain of custody for the samples should be filled out.
Sample analysis must be conducted according to sufficiently sensitive test methods. A method is
sufficiently sensitive when the minimum level of the analytical method approved under 40 Code of
Federal Regulations Part 136 is at or below the receiving water pollutant criteria. Additionally, an
Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) accredited laboratory must be used for the
analysis of all samples.
Currently the two laboratories for analysis of samples are the following:
Ammonia – Analytical Chemical Labs, Inc. (619) 276-1558
Total, Fecal, E.Coli – Alpha Analytical Laboratories, Inc. (760) 930-2555 and Environmental Lab Network,
Inc. (858) 266-1666
* Note that depending upon the specific analytical test, some containers may contain preservatives. These containers should
never be dipped into the stream but filled indirectly from the pole sampler.
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Appendix 7 Category Specific Information Needed for Spill Regulatory
Reports
Category 1 and Category 2 Spills
Draft Report
Within three (3) business days of a Category 1 or 2 spill, a Draft Spill Report must be submitted
to the online CIWQS Sanitary Sewer System Database.
The Draft Spill Report must, at minimum, include the following items:
•Contact information: Name and telephone number of District contact person to
•respond to spill-specific questions;
•Spill location name;
•Date and time the District was notified of, or self-discovered, the spill;
•Operator arrival time at location of spill;
•Estimated spill start date and time;
•Date and time the District notified the CalOES, and the assigned control number;
•Description, photographs, and GPS coordinates of the system location where the spill
originated;
o If a single spill event results in multiple appearance points, provide GPS
coordinates for the appearance point closest to the failure point and describe
each additional appearance point in the spill appearance point explanation field;
•Estimated total spill volume exiting the system;
•Description and photographs of the extent of the spill and spill boundaries;
•Did the spill reach a drainage conveyance system? If Yes:
o Description of the drainage conveyance system transporting the spill;
o Photographs of the drainage conveyance system entry location(s);
o Estimated spill volume fully recovered from the drainage conveyance system;
o Estimated spill volume remaining within the drainage conveyance system;
•Description and photographs of all discharge point(s) into the surface water;
•Estimated spill volume that discharged to surface waters; and
•Estimated total spill volume recovered.
Certified Spill Report
Within fifteen (15 calendar days) of a Category 1 or 2 spill, a Certified Spill Report must be
submitted to the online CIWQS Sewer System Database.
The Certified Spill Report must, at minimum, include the following mandatory information in
addition to all information in the Draft Category 1 or Draft Category 2 Spill Report.
•Description of the spill event destination(s), including GPS coordinates if available,
that represent the full spread and reach of the spill;
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•Spill end date and time;
•Description of how the spill volume estimations were calculated, including at a
minimum:
o The methodology, assumptions and type of data relied upon, such as supervisory
control and data acquisition (SCADA) records, flow monitoring or other
telemetry information used to estimate the volume of the spill discharged, and
the volume of the spill recovered (if any volume of the spill was recovered), and
o The methodology(ies), assumptions and type of data relied upon for estimation
of the spill start time and the spill end time;
•Spill cause(s) (for example, root intrusion, grease deposition, etc.);
•System failure location (for example, main, lateral, pump station, etc.);
•Description of the pipe material, and estimated age of the pipe material, at the failure
location;
•Description of the impact of the spill;
•Whether or not the spill was associated with a storm event;
•Description of spill response activities including description of immediate spill
containment and cleanup efforts;
•Description of spill corrective action, including steps planned or taken to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the spill, and a schedule of major milestones for
those steps;
•Spill response completion date;
•Detailed narrative of investigation and investigation findings of cause of spill;
•Reasons for an ongoing investigation (if applicable) and the expected date of
completion;
•Name and type of receiving water body(s);
•Description of the water body(s), including but not limited to:
o Observed impacts on aquatic life,
o Public closure, restricted public access, temporary restricted use, and/or posted
health warnings due to spill,
o Responsible entity for closing/restricting use of water body, and
o Number of days closed/restricted as a result of the spill.
•Whether or not the spill was located within 1,000 feet of a municipal surface water
intake; and
•If water quality samples were collected, identify sample locations and the parameters
the water quality samples were analyzed for. If no samples were taken, Not applicable
shall be selected.
Spill Technical Report (only applicable to Category 1 Spills)
If a Category 1 Spill results in a discharge of 50,000 gallons or greater into a Surface Water, the
District must submit a Spill Technical Report within forty-five (45) days of the spill end date. See
Attachment E1, Section 3.1.3 of the General Order for the information required to be included
in the Category 1 Spill Technical Report.
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Category 3 Spills
Monthly Certified Spill Reporting for Category 3 Spills
The District must report and certify all Category 3 spills to the online CIWQS Sanitary Sewer
System Database within 30 calendar days after the end of the month in which the spills
occurred. After the Legally Responsible Official certifies the spills, the online CIWQS Sanitary
Sewer System Database will issue a spill event identification number for each spill.
The monthly reporting of all Category 3 spills must include the following items for each spill:
•Contact information: Name and telephone number of District contact person to
•respond to spill-specific questions;
•Spill location name;
•Date and time the District was notified of, or self-discovered, the spill;
•Operator arrival time;
•Estimated spill start date and time;
•Description, photographs, and GPS coordinates of the system location where the spill
originated;
o If a single spill event results in multiple appearance points, provide GPS
coordinates for the appearance point closest to the failure point and describe
each additional appearance point in the spill appearance point explanation field;
•Estimated total spill volume exiting the system;
•Description and photographs of the extent of the spill and spill boundaries;
•Did the spill reach a drainage conveyance system? If Yes:
o Description of the drainage conveyance system transporting the spill;
o Photographs of the drainage conveyance system entry location(s);
o Estimated spill volume fully recovered from the drainage conveyance system;
o Estimated spill volume remaining within the drainage conveyance system; and
o Estimated spill volume discharged to a groundwater infiltration basin or facility,
if applicable.
•Estimated total spill volume recovered.
•Description of the spill event destination(s), including GPS coordinates, if available, that
represent the full spread and reaches of the spill;
•Spill end date and time;
•Description of how the spill volume estimations were calculated, including, at minimum:
o The methodology and type of data relied upon, including supervisory control and
data acquisition (SCADA) records, flow monitoring or other telemetry
information used to estimate the volume of the spill discharged, and the volume
of the spill recovered (if any volume of the spill was recovered), and
o The methodology and type of data relied upon to estimate the spill start time,
on-going spill rate at time of arrival (if applicable), and the spill end time;
•Spill cause(s) (for example, root intrusion, grease deposition, etc.);
•System failure location (for example, main, pump station, etc.);
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•Description of the pipe/infrastructure material, and estimated age of the
pipe/infrastructure material, at the failure location;
•Description of the impact of the spill;
•Whether or not the spill was associated with a storm event;
•Description of spill response activities including description of immediate spill
containment and cleanup efforts;
•Description of spill corrective actions, including steps planned or taken to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the spill, and a schedule of the major milestones
for those steps; including, at minimum:
o Local regulatory enforcement action taken against an illicit discharge in response
to this spill, as applicable, and
o Identifiable system modifications, and operation and maintenance program
modifications needed to prevent repeated spill occurrences at the same spill
event location, including:
▪Adjusted schedule/method of preventive maintenance,
▪Planned rehabilitation or replacement of sanitary sewer asset,
▪Inspected, repaired asset(s), or replaced defective asset(s),
▪Capital improvements,
▪Documentation verifying immediately implemented system modifications
and operating/maintenance modifications,
▪Description of spill response activities
▪Spill response completion date, and
▪Ongoing investigation efforts, and expected completion date of
investigation to determine the full cause of spill;
•Detailed narrative of investigation and investigation findings of cause of spill.
Category 4 Spills
Monthly Certified Spill Reporting for Category 4 Spills
The District must report and certify the estimated total spill volume exiting the sanitary sewer
system, and the total number of all Category 4 spills to the online CIWQS Sanitary Sewer System
Database, within 30 calendar days after the end of the month in which the spills occurred.
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Records of Revisions
Version Date Notes
1.Initial SERP May 2023 Added Spill Emergency
Response Plan per General
Order WQ 2022-0103-DWQ
under Section VIII – Documents
and Procedures
2.SERP Update January 2024 Minor updates to contact
information following annual
review and training
3.SERP Update June 2025 2025 SSMP Update
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STAFF REPORT
TYPE MEETING: Regular Board MEETING DATE: July 2, 2025
PROJECT: Various DIV. NO. ALL
SUBMITTED BY: Kent Payne Purchasing and Facilities Manager
APPROVED BY: Adolfo Segura, Chief, Administrative Services
Jose Martinez, General Manager
SUBJECT: ADOPT ORDINANCE #598 TO ESTABLISH GENERAL MANAGER AUTHORITY FOR NON-PUBLIC WORKS AND FOR DIRECT OR INFORMAL PUBLIC WORKS
CONTRACTS IN ALIGNMENT WITH CALIFORNIA UNIFORM PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION COST ACCOUNTING ACT (CUPCCAA) THRESHOLDS
GENERAL MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
That the Otay Water District (District) Board of Directors (Board) adopt
Ordinance #598 amending subdivision “E” of Section 2.01 of the
District’s Code of Ordinances to establish a General Manager’s signatory
authority of $100,000 for non-public works contracts, and to authorize
the General Manager to award public works contracts in accordance with
the thresholds and procedures established under the California Uniform
Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (CUPCCAA), as amended from time
to time.
COMMITTEE ACTION:
See “Attachment A”.
PURPOSE:
To establish a General Manager signatory authority of $100,000 for non-
public works contracts, and to authorize the General Manager to award
public works contracts in accordance with CUPCCAA thresholds and
procedures, thereby improving procurement responsiveness, reducing
acquisition lead times, and supporting the efficient execution of
routine and time-sensitive District projects.
AGENDA ITEM 6f
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ANALYSIS:
At the September 7, 2016 Board meeting, the District revised the General
Manager’s signatory authority, setting it at $75,000 for all contracts,
and adopted CUPCCAA for public works. Established in 1983, CUPCCAA
provides an alternative contracting framework that allows local
agencies to streamline the delivery of smaller public projects. In
exchange for access to higher direct contracting and informal bidding
thresholds, agencies must follow standardized cost accounting
procedures for work performed by their own staff, which in turn places
limits on the dollar amount of public works that can be self-performed
without bidding. At the time, staff recommended a $125,000 General
Manager authority based on inflationary trends, operational growth, and
peer agency comparisons. The Board, exercising its discretion, approved
a more conservative increase. While CUPCCAA was adopted to reduce
administrative burden on smaller public works projects, corresponding
General Manager authority aligned with CUPCCAA thresholds was not
established at that time.
Today, the District’s operating environment continues to evolve.
Workload efficiency, staffing constraints, and the increasing costs of
even minor infrastructure and maintenance work highlight the need to
revisit the General Manager’s purchasing authority. Accordingly, staff
recommends two actions:
1. Establish a General Manager non-public works contracting authority of $100,000; and
2. Align the General Manager’s public works contracting authority with CUPCCAA thresholds, currently:
• $75,000 for direct contracting (no competitive process required),
and • $220,000 for informal bidding.
CUPCCAA is administered by the California Uniform Construction Cost
Accounting Commission (CUCCAC), a 14-member body overseen by the State
Controller. The Commission includes representatives from both the
public and private sectors -- seven from cities, counties, school, and
special districts, and six from the construction industry and organized
labor -- along with one representative from the Contractors’ State
License Board. CUCCAC reviews and adjusts project threshold amounts
approximately every five years based on statewide construction cost
trends. Aligning the General Manager’s authority with CUPCCAA
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thresholds ensures that the District’s public works procurement remains
efficient, scalable, and in step with industry conditions, while
preserving Board oversight of larger projects and avoiding the need for
repeated ordinance updates as thresholds evolve.
Public works projects often involve time-sensitive infrastructure
maintenance or repairs. CUPCCAA was adopted by the District to take
advantage of its flexible, expedited bidding procedures for small to
mid-size projects. However, without corresponding General Manager
authority, the District cannot fully benefit from the efficiencies the
Act was designed to provide.
Granting the General Manager authority to award CUPCCAA-compliant
public works contracts up to the current thresholds would allow the
District to:
• Address minor capital or repair projects more quickly;
• Reduce delays caused by multiple layers of review and Board scheduling;
• Respond faster to third-party damage and routine utility maintenance issues; and
• Capture cost savings through timely informal solicitations.
For example, in a typical scenario where final street repairs following
a water main break are estimated below the informal threshold, the
current process may delay award by 30 to 60 days—despite CUPCCAA
allowing contract award within 10 days. A recent real-world example
occurred on Telegraph Canyon Road, where a leaking hydrant valve
required deep excavation and specialized equipment. Although the
$171,600 repair qualified for informal bidding under CUPCCAA, the
General Manager’s $75,000 limit required full Board approval, delaying
the project by several months. CUPCCAA was specifically designed to
streamline projects like this -- where time, cost, and operational
urgency intersect. Had CUPCCAA-aligned authority been in place, the
District could have completed the repair within weeks, reducing service
risk, public disruption, and administrative burden.
The District last revised the General Manager’s contracting authority
in 2016, setting a single threshold of $75,000 for all contracts. This
proposal formally establishes a distinct non-public works threshold,
set at $100,000. When adjusted for inflation, the 2016 level equates to
nearly $100,000 in today’s dollars, providing a practical and
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financially grounded basis for the update, while aligning with current
economic conditions.
Furthermore, a recent 2025 Water Agency Purchasing Authority Survey,
which included responses from water agencies across California, found
that the median General Manager purchasing authority is $100,000.
Updating the District’s limit to this level brings Otay Water District
in line with both regional and statewide norms (see “Attachment B”).
Raising the non-public works threshold will also support more efficient
handling of routine operational needs, including IT licensing, vendor
services, software, fleet operations, compliance items, and
professional services, without adding unnecessary approval delays. All
contracts executed under this authority will continue to be reported
through existing financial reports and the General Manager’s monthly
report, ensuring transparency and maintaining Board oversight.
FISCAL IMPACT: Joe Beachem, Chief Financial Officer
While specific savings are not easily quantifiable, the proposed changes
are expected to reduce administrative overhead, accelerate procurement
timelines, and improve vendor responsiveness. These efficiencies help
control project costs and reduce staff workload, supporting the
District’s commitment to prudent financial management.
STRATEGIC GOAL:
Supports the District’s strategic goal to ensure financial health
through formalized policies, efficient operations, and responsive
service delivery. LEGAL IMPACT:
None. ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A – Committee Action Report
Attachment B – 2025 Consolidated Survey Responses
Attachment C – Ordinance #598
Exhibit 1 – Section 2.01 E, Authority of the General
Manager, of the District’s Code of Ordinances
Attachment D – Proposed Copy of Section 2.01 E, Authority of the General Manager, of the District’s Code of Ordinances
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ATTACHMENT A
SUBJECT/PROJECT:
ADOPT ORDINANCE #598 TO ESTABLISH GENERAL MANAGER AUTHORITY FOR NON-PUBLIC WORKS AND FOR DIRECT OR INFORMAL PUBLIC WORKS
CONTRACTS IN ALIGNMENT WITH CALIFORNIA UNIFORM PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION COST ACCOUNTING ACT (CUPCCAA) THRESHOLDS
COMMITTEE ACTION:
The Engineering, Operations, and Water Resources Committee reviewed this
item at a meeting held on June 19, 2025, and the following comments were
made:
• In response to a question from the Committee, and as stated in the
staff report, CUPCCAA provides an alternative contracting framework
that allows local agencies to streamline the delivery of smaller
public projects. When a district becomes a member of CUPCCAA, it
allows the district to complete small projects in a timely manner.
It also saves on overhead and increases efficiency in staff time
and efforts.
• Staff noted that approximately 1,700 agencies statewide have adopted
CUPCCAA. They also explained that aligning with CUPCCAA reinforces
procedural integrity and strengthens fiscal safeguards, providing
added assurance that contracting practices follow established public
standards.
• There was a discussion on the last time the district revised the
General Manager’s signatory authority for all contracts and adopted
CUPCCAA for public works. The Committee suggested that staff review
this procedure every five years to ensure that the district is
keeping pace with inflation and revising the General Manager’s
signatory authority as necessary.
Following the discussion, the Committee supported staffs’ recommendation and presentation to the full board as a consent item.
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ATTACHMENT C
ORDINANCE NO. 598
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE OTAY WATER DISTRICT AMENDING SECTION 2.01 E, AUTHORITY OF THE GENERAL MANAGER, OF THE DISTRICT’S CODE OF ORDINANCES
WHEREAS, the Otay Water District Board of Directors has been
presented with an amended subdivision “E” of Section 2.01 AUTHORITY OF
THE GENERAL MANAGER of the District’s Code of Ordinances for the
management of the Otay Water District; and
WHEREAS, the amended subdivision “E” Section 2.01 has been
reviewed and considered by the Board, and it is in the interest of the
District to adopt the amended policy; and
WHEREAS, the strike-through copy of the proposed policy is
attached as Exhibit 1 to this ordinance; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED by the
Board of Directors of the Otay Water District that the amended Section
2.01, incorporated herein as Attachment D, is hereby adopted.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the Board of Directors of Otay
Water District at a board meeting held this 2nd day of July 2025, by
the following vote:
Ayes: Noes: Abstain: Absent:
ATTEST:
President
District Secretary
EXHIBIT 1
CHAPTER 2 ADMINISTRATION OF THE DISTRICT
SECTION 2 MANAGEMENT OF THE DISTRICT
2.01 AUTHORITY OF THE GENERAL MANAGER
Pursuant to Sections 71362 and 71363 of the California Water Code, and other applicable laws of the State of California, the General Manager shall, subject to the approval
and direction of the Board of Directors, operate and manage the affairs of the District. The General Manager shall have the
following specifically enumerated powers and authority: A. To control the administration, maintenance, operation and construction of the water and sewer systems and facilities
of the District in an efficient manner.
B. To employ and discharge all employees and assistants,
other than those referred to in Section 71340 of the California Water Code, and to prescribe their duties and promulgate specific rules and regulations for such employees and assistants.
C. To promulgate policies and procedures necessary to
enhance the security of the District and increase the transparency of District operations, including provisions for the disclosure of conflicts of interest by employees.
D. To establish the terms and conditions for collection of receivables, thereby facilitating the efficient administration
of the District’s receivables. The General Manager or designee is given this authority as well as the authority to waive, adjust, or reduce any receivable for amounts up to $10,000.
E. To execute agreements, contracts, other documents, or commitments on behalf of the District where the amount involved
does not exceed $75,000, provided that Public Works Contracts shall be awarded in compliance with $100,000 for non-public
works contracts, and for public works contracts, where the amount does not exceed the thresholds established under the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act
(CUPCCAA), as amended from time to time, provided that such public works contracts are awarded in accordance with CUPCCAA
procedures and all applicable laws.
ATTACHMENT D
CHAPTER 2 ADMINISTRATION OF THE DISTRICT
SECTION 2 MANAGEMENT OF THE DISTRICT
2.01 AUTHORITY OF THE GENERAL MANAGER
Pursuant to Sections 71362 and 71363 of the California
Water Code, and other applicable laws of the State of California, the General Manager shall, subject to the approval
and direction of the Board of Directors, operate and manage the affairs of the District. The General Manager shall have the following specifically enumerated powers and authority:
A. To control the administration, maintenance, operation and construction of the water and sewer systems and facilities
of the District in an efficient manner.
B. To employ and discharge all employees and assistants, other than those referred to in Section 71340 of the California
Water Code, and to prescribe their duties and promulgate specific rules and regulations for such employees and
assistants.
C. To promulgate policies and procedures necessary to enhance the security of the District and increase the transparency of District operations, including provisions for the disclosure of conflicts of interest by employees.
D. To establish the terms and conditions for collection of receivables, thereby facilitating the efficient administration of the District’s receivables. The General Manager or designee is given this authority as well as the authority to waive, adjust, or reduce any receivable for amounts up to $10,000.
E. To execute agreements, contracts, other documents, or commitments on behalf of the District where the amount involved does not exceed $100,000 for non-public works contracts, and for public works contracts, where the amount does not exceed the thresholds established under the California Uniform Public
Construction Cost Accounting Act (CUPCCAA), as amended from time to time, provided that such public works contracts are awarded
in accordance with CUPCCAA procedures and all applicable laws.
STAFF REPORT
TYPE MEETING: Regular Board Meeting MEETING DATE: July 2, 2025
SUBMITTED BY: Tita Ramos-Krogman,
District Secretary
W.O./G.F. NO: DIV. NO.
APPROVED BY: Tita Ramos-Krogman, District Secretary
Jose Martinez, General Manager
SUBJECT: Board of Directors 2025 Calendar of Meetings
GENERAL MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
At the request of the Board, the attached Board of Director’s meeting
calendar for 2025 is being presented for discussion.
PURPOSE:
This staff report is being presented to provide the Board the
opportunity to review the 2025 Board of Director’s meeting calendar
and amend the schedule as needed.
COMMITTEE ACTION:
N/A
ANALYSIS:
The Board requested that this item be presented at each meeting so
they may have an opportunity to review the Board meeting calendar
schedule and amend it as needed.
STRATEGIC GOAL:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
LEGAL IMPACT:
None.
Attachment: Calendar of Meetings for 2025
AGENDA ITEM 7a
Board of Directors, Workshops
and Committee Meetings
2025
Regular Board Meetings:
Special Board or Committee Meetings (3rd
Wednesday of Each Month or as Noted)
January 8, 2025
February 5, 2025
March 5, 2025
April 2, 2025
May 7, 2025
June 4, 2025
July 2, 2025
August 6, 2025
September 3, 2025
October 1, 2025
November 5, 2025
December 3, 2025
January 15, 2025
February 19, 2025
March 19, 2025
April 16, 2025
May 21, 2025
June 18, 2025
July 16, 2025
August 20, 2025
September 17, 2025
October 15, 2025
November 19, 2025
December 17, 2025
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STAFF REPORT
TYPE
MEETING: Regular Board MEETING
DATE: July 2, 2025
SUBMITTED
BY:
Jose Martinez
General Manager
W.O./G.F.
NO:
N/A DIV.
NO.
N/A
APPROVED
BY:
Jose Martinez, General Manager
SUBJECT: General Manager’s Report
GENERAL MANAGER:
•Social Media – Through its social media platforms, the District
announced the publication of its annual water quality report for
calendar year 2024, along with a link to the web version of the
report and contact information for requesting a printed copy. The
communication staff also posted a reminder to avoid flushing
wipes down the toilet. Staff also highlighted National Hydration
Day on June 23 and took the opportunity to remind customers that
safe, reliable water is always available at the tap when needed.
The posts gained about 2,000 impressions and 55 engagements.
•California Air Resources Board (CARB) Letter – Communications
staff collaborated with operations staff to send a letter to the
CARB, demonstrating how the District has been proactively
planning for Advanced Clean Fleets compliance but is still facing
challenges. Based on the feedback CARB staff receives from water
agencies, they may propose amendments to their board in July or
August. Staff sent a copy of the letter to the District board of
directors.
•Water Conservation Garden Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
Giveaways – Communications staff provided the Water Conservation
Garden with Otay giveaways for its volunteer appreciation lunch.
About 60 attended the lunch.
AGENDA ITEM 8
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• CALFIRE and Regulatory
Site Board Tour – The
general manager’s office
staff collaborated with
operations staff to
coordinate a special board
meeting tour of CALFIRE’s
Emergency Command Center,
its training center
located on the District’s
property, and the
District’s Regulatory
Site.
• District Coverage – The Filipino Press published the District’s
Transparency Certificate of Excellence award recognition in its
late May, early June issue. This coverage resulted from
communication staff’s distribution of a news release in May,
which announced that the Special District Leadership Foundation
awarded the District the District Transparency Certificate of
Excellence in recognition of its outstanding efforts to promote
transparency and good governance. In addition, the South County
Economic Development Council included information in its e-
newsletters about the District’s San Miguel Habitat Management
Area, the release of the Consumer Confidence Report, and water-
saving tips for customers.
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• Chula Vista Chamber Dinner – On June 6, the District supported
and attended the Chula Vista Chamber of Commerce’s sold-out
Sapphire Soiree at the Gaylord Pacific Resort. Chula Vista
Mayor John McCann served as the keynote speaker. District staff
and board members also had the opportunity to celebrate with
and acknowledge the chamber’s award winners.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES:
GIS:
• Enterprise GIS Annual Planning Meeting with Esri - GIS staff
hosted Esri for Otay’s annual Enterprise Advantage Program (EAP)
planning session, centered on emerging GIS technologies and
their application within the water industry. The meeting
highlighted Otay’s ongoing commitment to leveraging enterprise
GIS to enhance operational efficiency, data-driven decision-
making, asset management, and cross-departmental collaboration.
Department managers and key staff participated in the planning
discussion, providing valuable insight into their operational
needs and future goals. Each department was invited to share
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GIS-related wish lists and functional requirements. These
contributions will inform the development of Otay’s GIS
strategic priorities for the coming year.
GIS and Esri staff will collaboratively review and evaluate all
submitted requests to align technology initiatives with
District-wide objectives. This annual planning process ensures
that Otay continues to lead in the adoption of innovative GIS
solutions that support long-term performance and service
excellence. The Utility Network (UN) project kickoff meeting was
held to formally initiate the project and establish a shared
understanding among all stakeholders. Managers and subject
matter experts from different departments participated to ensure
cross-functional alignment. The meeting introduced the project
team, clarified objectives and scope, outlined key deliverables,
and identified critical success factors. It concluded with
defined next steps and responsibilities to ensure smooth project
execution moving forward.
Human Resources:
• ERP/Tyler Conversion - Staff began participating in the meetings
on 10/8/24; ongoing.
• Employee Service Milestones – July/August 2025
o Doug Rahders, Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, will achieve 25
years of service on 7/10/25.
o Rosemary Dries, Senior HR Analyst, will achieve 25 years of
service on 7/17/25.
o Steve Farr, Equipment Mechanic II, will achieve 20 years of
service on 7/18/25.
o Jon Chambers, Meter Services Supervisor, will achieve 20 years
of service on 8/3/25.
• New Hires/Recruitments - The District is or will be recruiting
for the following positions:
o Fleet Maintenance Supervisor – Job posted 5/19/25. Phone
interviews are scheduled for 6/24/25.
o Senior Meter Maintenance Worker - New classification and two
(2) new vacancies. Job posted 4/22/25 and application review
began 5/9/25. Interviews held 6/3/25; pursuing one (1)
candidate. An additional interview was held 6/23/25.
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o Utility Crew Leader - New vacancy created by internal
promotion effective 3/10/25. Job description revision in
progress; meet & confer with Association.
o Utility Worker I/II : A new vacancy was created on 4/8/25.
Skills testing held 4/26/25. Interviews were completed on
5/13/25. Two new hires started on 6/23/25.
IT Operations:
• Utility Billing (UB)System - Staff has completed the second
round of vendor demonstrations as part of the selection process
for the District’s next UB system. Both finalists were evaluated
using a comprehensive set of criteria, including detailed
functional assessments and in-depth walkthroughs of bill
processing and other critical operational tasks. Based on this
evaluation, SpryPoint Services has been identified as the
preferred system. Staff recently presented this recommendation
to the Finance and Administration Committee and is now preparing
to bring it forward for full Board consideration at the July
meeting.
Purchasing & Facilities:
• Administration Building ADA Enhancement Initiative, Phase 1 –
The District is advancing an ADA Enhancement Initiative to
improve accessibility at the Administration Building. The first
phase focuses on the employee parking lot and associated
entrances, ensuring compliance with current ADA standards.
Planned improvements include two general handicap parking
stalls, one electric vehicle (EV) handicap stall, ADA-compliant
pathways, accessible ramping, and related grading and surfacing
work- all designed to accommodate staff with mobility needs
within this employee-only area of the facility.
This effort is part of a broader, multi-phase initiative to
modernize accessibility throughout the Administration Building.
Future phases will include the replacement and modification of
employee-only access points—such as the finance and engineering
lobby doors, along with the employee and engineering entrances
at the rear of the building—as well as ADA-compliant upgrades to
restrooms and kitchenettes. The public-facing customer entrance
will also be upgraded as part of the overall door enhancement
phase to improve accessibility for visitors. Preliminary plans
for parking lot improvements have been developed and are
currently under internal review.
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Safety, Emergency Management, and Security:
• CWA Water Agency Emergency Collaborative (WAEC) Water Boil
Notice Tabletop Exercise Planning – District staff is
participating in the development of the member agency water boil
notice tabletop exercise. The training and exercise will
address common challenges faced during an emergency water
quality event (e.g., boil water notice). Under the context of a
boil water notice, the audience was asked to be prepared to
brainstorm and discuss communication challenges faced during a
boil water notice, resource needs, potential ideas for training
or workshops to address the challenges.
• ACWA JPIA & FM Global Property Site Visit – ACWA JPIA’s High-
Value Tower Program reinsurance partner, requested to schedule a
property site assessment for the District’s Campo Road
Regulatory Site. The baseline review focused on fire and
facility hazards and provided a comprehensive evaluation of the
site’s operations, management strategies, and overall risk
profile. The review was intended to assess alignment with the
High-Value Tower Program’s protection and resilience standards.
• ACWA JPIA Annual Risk Management Programs Review – ACWA JPIA’s
Senior Risk Analyst met with District key stakeholders to ensure
the ongoing effectiveness of the District’s loss control and
prevention programs by reassessing existing risks, reviewing
Workers’ Comp, property and liability claims & statistics,
training, cross-connection procedures, pressure vessels
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inventory, underground service alert process and claims
administration. Staff also highlighted the District’s risk
management accomplishments.
FINANCE:
• EERP Finance (Munis Conversion) – Staff has fully transitioned
to the EERP Finance module and is actively developing internal
reporting requirements to streamline financial operations.
• EERP Payroll and Timesheet (Munis Conversion) – Staff has
completed the design phase of the EERP payroll conversion and is
currently conducting parallel testing. The timesheet module is
in the design phase. Both the payroll and timesheet modules are
projected to go live on October 6, 2025.
• FY 2025 Audit – Preliminary work is complete, and all requests
from the audit team have been fulfilled. Staff is prepared for
the audit team’s return during the week of August 18 to conduct
final fieldwork.
• FY 2026 Debt Issuance – Staff is reviewing and ranking responses
to the Request for Proposal (RFP) for Municipal Advisor services
related to a projected debt issuance in FY 2026. This advisor
will serve as the District’s primary consultant on bond
financing and issuance matters. Given the Municipal Advisor’s
key role in pre-issuance activities, releasing this RFP
represents an important first step in the process. Staff expects
to award the contract in July and is currently preparing the
next RFPs for bond counsel and disclosure counsel.
• Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook – Staff is finalizing
the District’s Cross-Connection Control Plan, which is due to
the State Water Resources Control Board by July 1. While the
plan itself does not require Board approval, related updates to
the District’s Code of Ordinances are included in the current
July Board meeting packet. Staff continues to collaborate with
neighboring agencies and statewide partners to address portions
of the handbook that may place a resource burden on the District
and its customers.
• Meter Replacement Program – Staff is currently working on
finalizing the contract with Badger Meter and hopes to schedule
a kickoff meeting for the project in late July. Selection of a
project manager to assist with the project is included in the
July Board meeting packet.
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Financial Reporting:
• The financial reporting as of May 31, 2025, is as follows:
o As of the eleventh month ending May 31, 2025, there are total
revenues of $126,194,134 and total expenses of $123,709,686.
The revenues exceeded expenses by $2,484,448.
• The financial reporting for investments as of May 31, 2025, is
as follows:
o The market value shown in the Portfolio Summary and in the
Investment Portfolio Details as of May 31, 2025, total
$100,446,567 with an average yield to maturity of 4.117%. The
total earnings year to date are $4,252,920.
ENGINEERING AND WATER SYSTEM OPERATIONS:
Engineering:
• Vista Diego Hydropneumatic Pump Station Pump, Hydropneumatic
Tank, and Backup Power Replacement, 1530 Zone, Vista Diego Road:
The project includes the replacement of the existing pumps, the
hydropneumatic tank, and backup power. The project is within
budget and on schedule. (P2639 and P2688)
• RWCWRF Disinfection System Improvements: The project involves
the replacement of the chlorine gas disinfection system with an
ultraviolet (UV) process at the Ralph W. Chapman Water
Reclamation Facility. A construction contract has been awarded
to GSE Construction Co., Inc. On February 21, 2024, staff
presented the Disinfection Improvement project at the Board
Workshop as an informational item. A Notice to Proceed was
issued for April 8, 2024, and the contractor, GSE, has mobilized
and begun construction. The contractor ordered the Trojan UV
system, which arrived on August 22, 2024. The first and second
planned shutdowns were combined to minimize downtime at the
plant and were successfully completed on December 2, 2024. Work
completed during the shutdown included new backwash pumps and
the installation of a new flow meter. On February 6, 2025, the
state granted a conditional acceptance of the Engineering
Report. The contractor installed the Trojan UV system, and
testing and commissioning of the Trojan UV system continues
through August 2025. The State Water Resources Control Board
Department issued the Conditional Title 22 Acceptance Permit in
April. The project is on schedule and on budget. (R2117 and
R2157)
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• 450-1 Recycled Water Reservoir Stormwater Improvements:
Stormwater runoff from the 450-1 Recycled Water Reservoir site
has been eroding the downstream area and exposed the District's
30-inch recycled water line. Staff is working with NV5 on
potential design and permitting solutions. Helix Environmental
is currently updating the regulatory permits for the work within
the tributary. The project is within budget and on schedule.
(R2164)
• Zero Emission Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure: The project
is for the capital purchase and installation of various electric
vehicle support equipment, such as charging infrastructure
needed to power Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) for light, medium,
and heavy-duty electric vehicles. The project is in preparation
for compliance with the State of California's Executive Order N-
79-20 and the Advanced Clean Fleet Regulation to require ZEV
purchases when adding to the District's fleet of vehicles. The
State’s Advanced Clean Cars II regulations is still in place.
Due to recent geopolitical events, the District will continue
monitoring the current requirements and adjust the
implementation and budgeting of the charging infrastructure as
needed. In December 2024, the District was awarded $128,093.00
in grant funding for the installation of five electric vehicle
battery charging stations from the Clean Air for All Grant from
the San Diego Air Pollution Control District (APCD). The final
electrical design of the five charging stations was completed in
March 2025. The new charging stations were ordered in April
2025 and delivered in May 2025. Contract documents are being
finalized by staff and should be completed this summer. The
project is within budget and on schedule. (P2684)
• Potable Pipeline Replacement Projects: The following set of
pipelines is being replaced as a result of past failures, age,
lack of redundancy, and/or improved fire flow. The 60% design
plans were reviewed by staff and returned to NV5 in March 2025.
o PL - 8-inch, 850 Zone, Coronado Avenue, Chestnut/Apple
(P2608)
o PL - 8-inch, 1004 Zone, Eucalyptus Street, Coronado/Date/La
Mesa (P2609)
o PL - 12-inch Pipeline Replacement, 803 PZ, Vista Grande
(P2615)
o PL - 20-inch, 1296 Zone, Proctor Valley Road from Pioneer
Way to Melody Road, “South Proctor Road” (P2171)
o PL - 20-inch, 1296 Zone, Proctor Valley Road from Melody
Road to Schlee “North Proctor Road” (P2058) – Easement
offer letters were sent to property owners on November 19,
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2024. A meeting was held on December 10, 2024, with three
of the six property owners. Separately, five property
owners submitted a letter of interest in the offer. Escrow
will be initiated with the owners who have accepted the
letter of interest. The best and final offer will be sent
to the remaining property owner. Eminent Domain will be
initiated if the property owner does not accept this offer.
The project is within budget and on schedule.
• Steele Canyon Road Bridge 20-inch Water Main and 6-inch Force
Main Renovations: Several portions of the existing pipelines
were noted to have corrosion pitting, primarily located at pipe
supports for the 20-inch steel potable water main and at pipe
joints for the 6-inch steel sewer force main. The first phase,
to assess the extent of the corrosion, has been completed, and
staff is now working on preparing recommendations for the
repairs of the pipelines. The project is within budget and on
schedule. (P2687 & S2079)
• Olympic Parkway Recycled Water Line Replacement: Several main
breaks within the past few years on the 20-inch recycled water
line in Olympic Parkway between Heritage Road and La Media Road
resulted in the establishment of this Capital Improvement
Program project at the May 2021 Board Meeting. The project was
awarded to Burtech in January 2023. The City of Chula Vista
permits have been obtained. Consideration was given to
potentially using trenchless installation, but several drawbacks
and limitations eliminated it from selection. The contractor
started procuring materials, and a Pre-Construction Meeting was
held on June 8, 2023. A Notice to Proceed was issued for March
25, 2024, and most of the work will be night work to minimize
traffic delays. The valves were delivered and tested at the end
of May 2024. The contractor was mobilized on July 15, 2024.
Burtech completed the final pipeline tie-in on January 14, 2025,
and pavement restoration on February 24, 2025. Burtech is
finalizing the last punch-list items. Staff are working with
Burtech on the final amount of liquidated damages for late
project delivery. The project is within budget. (R2159)
• Olympic Parkway Transmission Main Assessment and Repair: Several
main breaks within the past few years on the 16-inch potable
water line in Olympic Parkway between East Palomar Street and
State Highway 125 resulted in the establishment of this Capital
Improvement Program project through the annual budget process.
This project is for the condition assessment and, if needed,
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repair of interior joints within approximately 3,500 feet of the
16-inch cement mortar-lined and coated steel transmission main
along Olympic Parkway east of East Palomar Street. The first
phase of this project is an assessment to determine the
condition of the interior pipeline joints. The District
received permits from the City of Chula Vista and Caltrans. The
interior video inspection contractor, Houston Harris, will
perform the inspection this fiscal year. Phase 1 is scheduled
to begin at the end of June 2025. The project is within budget
and on schedule. (P2706)
• Cottonwood Sewer Pump Station Replacement: The project involves
the replacement of the existing sewer pump station originally
constructed in 1986 as a temporary facility due to operational and
accessibility deficiencies. The station serves both the District
and County of San Diego customers on the south side of the
Sweetwater River. Improvements will incorporate increased station
capacity and the addition of emergency storage to avoid a sewage
spill. The design is being prepared by Wood Rodgers, Inc. An
alternative to reduce costs was confirmed with District Operations
staff, Wood Rodgers, and the County on May 7, 2025. Construction
of the project is currently estimated for completion in FY 2031.
The project is within budget. (S2069)
• 870-2 Reservoir and 870-1 Reservoir Floating Cover/Liner
Replacement: This project consists of constructing a new 3.4 MG
prestressed concrete potable water tank adjacent to the
existing 870-1 Reservoir. The project also includes lowering
the existing 870-1 Reservoir 30-inch inlet pipe and replacing
the existing floating cover and liner within the existing 870-1
Reservoir. The construction contract was awarded to Pacific
Hydrotech at the September 2024 Board Meeting. Pacific
Hydrotech mobilized to the site on October 28, 2024. The work
through June 2025 consisted of over-excavation and building up
the pad for the new tank foundation in preparation for pouring
the tank concrete slab. Both projects are within budget and on
schedule. (P2228 & P2563)
• Potable Water Pressure Vessel Program - Rolling Hills: The 2004-
era Rolling Hills Hydropneumatic Pump Station hydropneumatic
pressure vessel was inspected on June 6, 2017, and February 27,
2023. Both inspection reports noted interior corrosion due to
internal coating wear. The February 2023 inspection report
suggested that the life expectancy of the vessel may be near the
end of its life. The new pressure vessel was delivered and set
on May 7, 2025. The new pressure vessel was placed into service
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on May 21, 2025. The project is within budget and on schedule.
(P2663)
• Telegraph Rd – Hydrant Repair: In late April 2024, a vehicle
accident damaged a dual-purpose blow-off valve and fire hydrant
appurtenance located at 1052 Telegraph Canyon Road, Chula Vista,
approximately 800 feet east of Heritage Road/Paseo Ranchero.
The fire hydrant has been struck three (3) times by vehicles in
the past seven (7) years. Notably, in the most recent incident,
not only was there damage to the above-ground appurtenance, but
when operating the 6-inch valve to isolate the fire hydrant, a
break was identified near the 20-inch ACP water main. This
water main is a major arterial water line and provides potable
water to nearby critical infrastructure, including a hospital.
Repairs to the pipeline are complicated due to the pipeline’s
depth, requiring outside contractors with equipment to repair it
at that elevation. The water main is approximately 16 feet deep
near the fire hydrant. There are nearby utility crossings, which
include a triple 6-foot by 10-foot box culvert, an 8-inch-high
pressure gas line, a 36-inch storm drain, and a 30-inch steel
casing on the 20-inch water main. The project was awarded to M-
Rae Engineering at the February 5, 2025, Board Meeting. Staff
executed the construction contract and are working on scheduling
a Pre-Construction Meeting. The project expenditure will come
from the operating budget, which is sufficient to cover the cost
of the repair. (P1000)
• 1004-2 & 1485-2 Reservoir Interior/Exterior Coating & Upgrades:
This project is for the interior and exterior coatings of the
1485-2 Reservoir, located at 15010 Lyons Valley Road, Jamul.
This welded steel Reservoir has a 1.6-million-gallon capacity.
Based upon the current inspection report, the interior and
exterior coatings on the 1485-2 Reservoir are nearing the end of
their useful lives and need replacement. The Reservoir was
constructed in 2006 and has never been recoated. In addition to
removing the existing interior and exterior coating and
recoating the Reservoir, the project includes rafter
replacement, seismic rod replacement, cathodic protection
equipment replacement, and structural modifications.
Additionally, the project includes door modifications to the
1004-2 Reservoir, located at 1711 Buena Vista Avenue, Spring
Valley. This welded steel Reservoir has a 1.26-million-gallon
capacity. The project was approved for award to Unified Field
Services Corp. at the November 2024 Board Meeting with a budget
adjustment. A Notice to Proceed was issued for January 13,
2025, and the contractor mobilized on January 14, 2025. The
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contractor completed the structural and mechanical repairs and
upgrades in early June 2025 and initiated interior blasting of
the ceiling and rafters. The project is within budget and on
schedule. (P2631 & P2657)
• 711 Pump Station Replacement and Expansion and Potable Water
Pressure Vessel Program (711 Pump Station Surge Tank): The 2015
Water Facilities Master Plan envisioned total replacement of the
711 Pump Station with a budget of $16M; however, the CIP P2578
concept was re-evaluated with a new concept to restore the
original pump capacity while utilizing the pump station
structure to reduce cost. The initial project will remove one
(1) of the existing five (5) nominal 2,500 GPM pumps and replace
it with a nominal 4,000 GPM pump and reconfigured discharge and
suction piping as a pilot project. The 1990-era 711 Pump
Station surge tank pressure vessel was inspected on August 30,
2021. The inspection report noted interior corrosion due to
internal coating wear. The February 2021 inspection report also
recommended reinspection the following year; however, District
staff determined it was better to be proactive and replace
rather than continue to spend on the reinspection of the surge
tank vessel. Approval to pre-purchase a nominal 4,000 GPM pump
to be included in the pilot project was authorized at the
February 5, 2025, Board Meeting. Award of the construction
contract for the pilot pump configuration and surge tank
replacement was approved at the June 2025 Board Meeting. (P2578
& P2663)
• City of San Diego – Otay 2nd Pipeline Phase 4 Interconnections
Relocation: The City of San Diego (City) is working on Phase 4
of the replacement and realignment of the 40-inch potable water
line between Telegraph Canyon Road and Bonita Road with a 48-
inch pipeline. The District has two interconnections to this
line located at East H Street and Telegraph Canyon Road that
will need to be replaced to conform to the new construction.
The City recently completed the 60% design stage for the new
pipeline. The District’s staff has reviewed the City’s 60%
design and identified potential utility conflicts that are being
coordinated with the City. The two potential interconnection
relocations have been identified and are being considered.
Additionally, new interconnection agreements with the City are
being evaluated and will be finalized concurrently with the City
finalizing their pipeline design. The City design is expected
to be finalized at the end of FY 2027/beginning of FY 2028. The
design is currently in the environmental permitting stage.
(P2691)
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• City of Chula Vista – Heritage Road Replacement: The City of
Chula Vista is constructing a new bridge crossing the Otay River
at Heritage Road, which provides an opportunity for the District
to relocate an existing pipeline out of the river into a more
secure location. The City of Chula Vista opened bids in
September and awarded the contract at their October 8, 2024,
Council meeting. The District Board approved the reimbursement
agreement on March 1, 2023. The City of Chula Vista Council
approved the agreement at their January 7, 2025, Council
meeting. The reimbursement deposit has been wired to the City
of Chula Vista. Staff continue to process submittals and RFI’s.
The pipeline is scheduled to be installed in the bridge in
September 2025. The project is within budget. (P2553, P2405)
• Elmdale Drive Water Main Replacement: This project includes
relocating an existing 6-inch AC waterline located at Elmdale
Drive northeast of Highridge Road. The County of San Diego
(County) is replacing an existing storm drain culvert, which
creates a conflict with the District’s waterline. The project
will replace the 6-inch AC pipe with a new 8-inch PVC pipe at a
lower elevation. The lowering is required to accommodate the
County’s replacement of the existing storm drain culvert. The
County has prior rights; therefore, the District will be
responsible for the waterline relocation cost. Staff are
currently preparing 50% design plans for the relocation of the
waterline. The project is within budget and on schedule.
(P2707)
• Sycuan Treatment Plant: The Sycuan Tribal Nation is working with
the District to evaluate the feasibility of accepting processed
solids from their proposed Recycled Water Treatment Plant. The
District initiated a Task Order for NV5 to provide engineering
services in the technical evaluation of accepting the solids
stream, especially as it will combine with the municipal sewer
flows into the Ralph W. Chapman Water Recycled Water Facility.
Additionally, the consultant will assist the District with
regulatory and contractual considerations for accepting the
Sycuan discharge. In coordination with the engineering
consultants, staff will consider cost impacts and ensure proper
cost recovery. As the project progresses, it is anticipated
that other agencies’ reviews and/or approvals will be necessary,
along with associated agreements established or updated.
Consultant and staff time costs are being recovered through a
deposit account funded by Sycuan. Progress is dependent on
Sycuan providing the requested information. District review
turnaround times are six to eight weeks due to the complexity of
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the project. These timelines were relayed and agreeable to
Sycuan. Sycuan provided the requested influent quality data on
April 11, 2025, for technical evaluation. On May 22, 2025, the
draft technical analyses were presented to Sycuan along with the
District’s need to coordinate with outside agencies,
highlighting unknown timelines for other agencies.
• Recycled/Reuse Feasibility: The Sweetwater Authority (SWA) and
the District are working collaboratively through a Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) to evaluate the feasibility of extending
water reuse into the SWA area. On February 7, 2024, a
Professional Services Agreement (PSA) for a feasibility study
was awarded by the Board to Carollo Engineers (Carollo). On
June 20, 2024, the District was approved for grant funding from
the Water Recycling Funding Program for the SWA and OWD Intertie
Project for $300,000. The District, SWA, and Carollo are
conducting biweekly progress meetings and collecting data for
the Planning and Feasibility Report. Carollo is in the process
of reviewing and assessing data from both agencies and
coordinating additional data as needed. Carollo plans to submit
draft chapters in three parts. The background chapters of the
study for both SWA and OWD staff to review were submitted June
6, 2025. (R1254)
• Otay Water District Climate Adaptation and Resilience Planning
Project: On November 21, 2023, FEMA approved and issued Hazard
Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds for the preparation of a
Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan for the District. FEMA
authorized a total of $244,939.70. The CARP will include a risk
and resilience assessment focusing on climate change. The CARP
will also include the development of resilience and adaptation
strategies to allow the District to prioritize risks.
Strategies may include updated policies, built infrastructure-
based measures, green infrastructure-based measures, operational
approaches, staff training and tools, and communication and
education for customers. The consultant was on site in
January 2025 to conduct site visits and staff interviews. The
second phase of data collection is currently ongoing. The final
Plan will be incorporated into the District’s Local Hazard
Mitigation Plan Annex. (P1253)
• Water Facilities Master Plan, Urban Water Management Plan, and
Integrated Water Resources Plan: The next update for the WFMP
with Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) will be done in
parallel with two other District planning documents, the Urban
Water Management Plan (UWMP), and the Integrated Water Resources
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Plan. The UWMP update is required for compliance with the State
Water Boards. Combining the three planning documents is
anticipated to provide efficiency and cost savings. In
accordance with the District’s purchasing requirements, the
project was approved for award to Woodard and Curran at the
April 2025 Board meeting. The Kick-Off Meeting was held June
16, 2025. Staff are currently working with the consultant on
the plan updates. The project is within budget and on schedule.
• Sewage Flows to Metro vs Planned Capacity: The Metropolitan
Water District Amended and Restated Regional Wastewater Disposal
Agreement became fully effective at the start of FY 2023. The
District’s annual capacity of 0.38 MGD (139 MG) is now in
effect, though the District would need to exceed this capacity
for three (3) consecutive years before additional capacity must
be acquired. The Metropolitan Water District (Metro) capacity
was set based upon the District’s sewer system requirements
through planning year 2050. The plant experienced a plant upset
from September 20, 2024, through September 22, 2024. A planned
shutdown in November 2024 was required to accommodate the
construction of the new backwash system. The shutdown resulted
in increased sewer discharge into the Metro system. The current
discharge total for FY 2025 is 64.55 MG, below the 104.31 MG
planned capacity.
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• Summary of Budgeted and Sold Meters and EDUs for Fiscal Year 2025
through May 2025:
OPERATIONS:
• On Monday, May 12th, Utility Maintenance staff were performing
hydrant maintenance and found a broken six-inch hydrant valve at
Rolling Ridge Way and Windy Way in Chula Vista. Utility
Maintenance replaced the valve on Wednesday, May 28th. Utility
Maintenance staff are on track to surpass the targeted KPI goal
of 1,296 valves for this fiscal year.
• The following events occurred on Wednesday, May 21st:
o Water Systems staff successfully assisted with the testing of
the newly replaced hydro tank at the 1100 Hydro Station. The
original tank had reached the end of its useful life and was
scheduled for replacement in alignment with the District’s
Asset Management Program. As part of the replacement process,
comprehensive testing was conducted to verify the site is
functioning. The testing was completed successfully, and the
system is operating as intended. This was under CIP #P2663.
o The 25 HP pump-motor #3 at 850 Pump Station was replaced. This
replacement was needed since the equipment had suffered severe
damage to the pump and out of range vibrations were detected in
the motor. The equipment had been in operation since its start-
up in 1996. The work was completed under approved CIP funds.
• On Wednesday, May 28th, Water Systems staff performed a planned
shutdown on Rolling Ridge Road in Chula Vista. This shutdown was
performed to replace one fire hydrant valve that was found to
have excessive leak by during routine valve maintenance. Water
isolation valves are critical components of a water distribution
system for isolating pipe segments for repair and maintenance
purposes. The shutdown lasted approximately five hours and
affected five meters, with one water trailer available for the
affected customers.
Date Meters
(Budgeted)
Meters
Sold
(Actual)
EDUs
(Budgeted)
EDUs
Sold
(Actual)
Total $
(Budgeted)
Total $
Collected
(Actual)
May 2025 20.2 3 58.8 8.5 $955,391 $124,282
Totals FY
2025 221.8 147 647.2 448 $10,509,297 $6,895,881
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• On Saturday, May 31st, Water Systems staff, with assistance from
Utility Maintenance staff, performed an emergency shutdown at
Otay Mesa Road and Vann Center in the Otay Mesa area due to an
18-inch steel water main break. Staff promptly responded to this
break to isolate and secure the area. The shutdown had no
customer impacts. The main was placed back into service on
Monday, June 9th. As a result of the main break, considerable
damage occurred to the easement driveway, creating a large void
next to an SDG&E high voltage power line pole. SDG&E responded
early Sunday, June 1st and placed a “pole holder truck” to
securely hold the power pole in conflict. On Monday, June 2nd,
Utility Maintenance staff returned to assess the damage. After
meeting with SDG&E staff, a plan of action was decided. SDG&E
de-energized this section of power daily from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00
p.m., allowing the District to safely expose the damaged section
of the pipe, make repairs, and backfill. District repairs were
finalized on Saturday, June 7th and the backfilling process began
on Sunday, June 8th, with backfilling efforts initially completed
up to the point where additional adjacent utility conduit
repairs were required prior to final backfill efforts. All final
repairs were completed by Tuesday, June 9th. Lastly, due to the
location of the break, a substantial amount of concrete flat
work is needed to complete this project, and it is anticipated
that this final work will be completed by mid-July.
• On Wednesday, June 4th, SDG&E performed a planned power outage
that affected a sizable portion of the north District.
Operations staff deployed small standby generators at sites, as
needed, and ensured stationary generators operated as intended.
The power outage lasted approximately three hours. There were no
water service interruptions during this outage.
• On Tuesday, June 10th, Water Systems staff assisted with the
routine inspection of the surge tank at the 870-2 Pump Station.
No issues were reported, and a final report will be submitted by
the third-party inspector, with no preliminary findings
detected. Surge tanks help prevent pressure surges in the water
distribution system.
Purchases and Change Orders:
• The following table summarizes purchases and change orders issued
during the period from May 22, 2025, through June 16, 2025, that
were within staff signatory authority:
Date Action Amount Project Contractor/
Consultant/Vendor
5/22/2025 P.O. $21,014.76 BACKFLOW
PREVENTERS
AMERICAN BACKFLOW
SPECIALTIES, INC.
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5/26/2025
P.O. $9,995.35
WEED ABATEMENT
CENTRAL 54
ACRES
SPECIALTY MOWING
SERVICES INC.
5/27/2025
P.O.
$7,182.80
OFFICE
FURNITURE
(ASSISTANT
CHIEF
OF FINANCE)
CULTURA
5/27/2025
P.O. $59,822.00 BOARD ROOM
RTU REPLACEMENT TRANE US, INC
5/29/2025
P.O. $6,386.34
CUSTOMER
SERVICE IRC3830
AND
MOVE TO METER
SHOP
SOUTH COAST
COPY SYSTEMS
5/29/2025
P.O. $9,750.00
REGULATORY
VEGETATION
MITIGATION
EAST COUNTY
LANDSCAPE
6/10/2025 P.O. $13,901.98 IT OFFICE
FURNITURE CULTURA
6/4/2025 P.O. $9,615.00 SALT CREEK
TREE SERVICE
HOMESTEAD TREE
SERVICE, INC
6/6/2025 P.O. $8,611.38
2026 FIRE
EXTINGUISHER
REPLACEMENTS
THE HILLER
COMPANIES
6/16/2025 P.O. $11,634.52
PREPAID POSTAGE
FOR MAILING CCR
CARDS
US POSTMASTER
Water Conservation and Sales:
• Water Conservation – May 2025 usage was 14% lower than May 2013
usage. Since May 2024, customers have saved an average of 8%
over 2013 levels.
20
• Potable Water Purchases – The May potable water purchases were
2,503 acre-feet which is 6.5% above the budget of 2,349 acre-
feet. Cumulative purchases for the year are 26,823 acre-feet,
3.9% above the year-to-date budget of 25,808 acre-feet.
• Recycled Water Purchases – recycled water purchases from the
City of San Diego and production at the District’s treatment
facility for the month of May were 431 acre-feet which is 28.4%
above the budget of 336 acre-feet. Cumulative purchases and
production for the year are 3,705 acre-feet, 14.1% above the
year-to-date budget of 3,247 acre-feet.
21
• The table below displays the year-to-date and monthly rainfall
data for May.
Rainfall May Y-T-D
Actual 0.15 4.67
3-year Historical Average 0.06 12.03
Variance 0.09
150.0%
(7.36)
(61.2%)
Potable, Recycled, and Sewer (Reporting up to the month of May):
• Total number of potable water meters: 52,082.
• Total number of sewer connections: 4,756.
• Recycled water consumption for the month of May:
o Total consumption: 347.10 acre-feet or 113,097,600 gallons.
o Average daily consumption: 3,648,309 gallons per day.
o Total cumulative recycled water consumption since May 2024:
3,636.76 acre-feet.
o Total number of recycled water meters: 809.
• Wastewater flows for the month of May:
o Total basin flow: 1,636,065 gallons per day.
▪ This is a decrease of 9 percent from May 2024.
o Spring Valley Sanitation District flows to Metro: 547,019
gallons per day.
o Total Otay flow: 1,088,935 gallons per day.
o Flow processed at the Ralph W. Chapman Water Recycling
Facility: 1,049,903 gallons per day.
o Flow to Metro from Otay Water District: 39,032 gallons per
day.
• By the end of May there were 6,761 wastewater EDUs.
Exhibit A
FOR THE ELEVEN MONTHS ENDED MAY 31, 2025
Annual YTD
REVENUES: Budget Actual Budget Variance Var %
Potable Water Sales 74,767,000$ 67,852,928 67,509,000$ 343,928 0.5%
Recycled Water Sales 11,014,000 10,795,275 9,749,500 1,045,775 10.7%
Potable Energy Charges 3,578,000 3,247,789 3,236,400 11,389 0.4%
Potable System Charges 14,131,000 12,769,846 12,904,000 (134,154) (1.0%)
Potable MWD & CWA Fixed Charges 16,555,000 13,997,496 14,978,000 (980,504) (6.5%)
Potable Penalties and Other Fees 1,067,000 1,029,102 968,800 60,302 6.2%
Total Water Sales 121,112,000 109,692,436 109,345,700$ 346,736 0.3%
Sewer Charges 3,482,000 3,195,346 3,194,100 1,246 0.0%
Meter Fees 158,000 115,325 145,000 (29,675) (20.5%)
Capacity Fee Revenues 2,833,000 2,972,887 2,597,100 375,787 14.5%
Non-Operating Revenues 2,566,000 2,567,526 2,307,800 259,726 11.3%
Tax Revenues 6,840,000 6,780,028 6,800,100 (20,072) (0.3%)
Interest 1,102,000 870,586 1,010,167 (139,581) (13.8%)
Total Revenues 138,093,000$ 126,194,134 125,399,967$ 794,167 0.6%
EXPENSES:
Potable Water Purchases 54,323,000$ 50,291,531 48,904,000$ (1,387,531) (2.8%)
Recycled Water Purchases 6,123,000 5,323,800 5,323,800 - 0.0%
CWA-Fixed Transportation Charge 1,125,000 915,149 937,500 22,351 2.4%
CWA-Infrastructure Access Charge 3,258,000 2,908,167 2,981,000 72,834 2.4%
CWA-Customer Service Charge 2,166,000 1,970,243 1,981,000 10,757 0.5%
CWA-Reliability Charge 3,768,000 3,252,433 3,422,000 169,567 5.0%
CWA-Emergency Storage Charge 5,178,000 4,571,747 4,729,000 157,253 3.3%
MWD-Capacity Res Charge 840,000 803,693 765,000 (38,693) (5.1%)
MWD-Readiness to Serve Charge 684,000 639,860 627,000 (12,860) (2.1%)
Subtotal Water Purchases 77,465,000 70,676,621 69,670,300$ (1,006,322) (1.4%)
Power Charges 5,058,000 4,211,366 4,580,700 369,334 8.1%
Payroll & Related Costs 27,724,800 24,088,131 25,590,100 1,501,969 5.9%
Materials & Maintenance 5,224,400 4,409,185 4,789,500 380,315 7.9%
Administrative Expenses 9,526,800 8,098,083 8,731,300 633,217 7.3%
Legal Fees 402,000 592,100 368,500 (223,600) (60.7%)
Expansion Reserve 5,720,000 5,243,300 5,243,300 - 0.0%
Betterment Reserve 2,643,300 2,423,000 2,423,000 - 0.0%
OPEB Trust 350,000 320,800 320,800 - 0.0%
General Fund Reserve 3,978,700 3,647,100 3,647,100 - 0.0%
Total Expenses 138,093,000$ 123,709,686 125,364,600$ 1,654,914 1.3%
EXCESS REVENUES(EXPENSES) -$ 2,484,448$ 35,367$ 2,449,081$
OTAY WATER DISTRICT
COMPARATIVE BUDGET SUMMARY
F:/MORPT/FS2025-P11 May25 - EERP.xlsx 6/19/2025 9:56 AM
The year-to-date excess revenue of $2,484,448 is $2,449,081 more than the budgeted excess revenues of $35,367.
COMPARATIVE BUDGET SUMMARY
NET REVENUE AND EXPENSES
FOR THE ELEVEN MONTHS ENDED MAY 31, 2025
-$1,600,000
-$1,400,000
-$1,200,000
-$1,000,000
-$800,000
-$600,000
-$400,000
-$200,000
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
$1,600,000
$1,800,000
$2,000,000
$2,200,000
$2,400,000
$2,600,000
$2,800,000
$3,000,000
$3,200,000
$3,400,000
JUL AUG OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN
YTD Actual Net Revenues
YTD Budget Net Revenues
YTD Variance in Net Revenues
OTAY WATER DISTRICT
INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO REVIEW
May 31, 2025
INVESTMENT OVERVIEW & MARKET STATUS:
At the Federal Reserve Board's regular meeting on December 18, 2024, the Committee decided to lower the target range for the federal funds
rate from 4.50-4.75% to 4.25%-4.50%, considering the progress on inflation and the balance of risks. There have been no further changes
made to the federal funds rate at the most recent meeting which was held on June 18, 2025. At that meeting, the Committee felt economic
activity was continuing to expand at a solid pace. The Committee will evaluate the risk balance, outlook, and incoming data prior to making
any modifications to the federal funds target range. It is intended to support employment and restore inflation to its 2% objective by decreasing
Treasury securities and agency debt. The Committee will continue to observe the effects of incoming information on the economic outlook.
In determining the timing and size of future adjustments to the target range for the federal funds rate, they went on to say: "The Committee
would be prepared to adjust the stance of monetary policy as appropriate if risks emerge that could impede the attainment of the Committee's
goals. The Committee's assessments will take into account a wide range of information, including readings on labor market conditions,
inflation pressures and inflation expectations, and financial and international developments."
The District's effective rate of return for May 2025 was 4.08%, which was two basis points lower than the previous month. LAIF's return
was two basis points lower than last month with an average effective yield of 4.27% for May 2025. The District has maintained a competitive
long-term rate of return on the portfolio. The current investment strategy includes an increased level of liquidity above historical levels to
meet anticipated higher liquidity requirements. As part of the District’s continued strategy, staff continuously monitors investment options
and liquidity needs. Currently no changes in investment strategy are being considered based on a competitive rate of return and increased
liquidity requirements
Under the District's Investment Policy, all District funds continue to be managed based on the objectives, in priority order, of safety, liquidity,
and return on investment.
PORTFOLIO COMPLIANCE: May 31, 2025
Investment State Limit Otay Limit Otay Actual
8.01: Treasury Securities 100% 100% 13.41%
8.02: Local Agency Investment Fund (Operations) $75 Million $75 Million $60.61 Million
8.03: Federal Agency Issues 100% 100% 25.16%
8.04: Certificates of Deposit 30% 15% 0
8.05: Short-Term Commercial Notes 25% 10% 0
8.06: Medium-Term Commercial Debt 30% 10% 0
8.07: Money Market Mutual Funds 20% 10% 0.13%
8.08: San Diego County Pool 100% 100% 0.11%
12.0: Maximum Single Financial Institution 100% 50% 0.86%
$863,177
0.86%
$60,714,740
60.44%
$38,882,323
38.70%
Otay Water District
Investment Portfolio: 05/31/2025
Banks (Passbook/Checking/CD)Pools (LAIF & County)Agencies,Treasury Securities & Money Market Mutual Funds
Total Cash and Investments: $100,460,240 (Book Value)
Jul
FY24
Aug
FY24
Sep
FY24
1st
Qtr
FY24
Oct
FY24
Nov
FY24
Dec
FY24
2nd
Qtr
FY24
Jan
FY24
Feb
FY24
Mar
FY24
3rd
Qtr
FY24
Apr
FY24
May
FY24
Jun
FY24
4th
Qtr
FY24
Jul
FY25
Aug
FY25
Sep
FY25
1st
Qtr
FY25
Oct
FY25
Nov
FY25
Dec
FY25
2nd
Qtr
FY25
Jan
FY25
Feb
FY25
Mar
FY25
3rd
Qtr
FY25
Apr
FY25
May
FY25
Otay 3.71 3.74 3.83 3.76 3.76 3.86 3.90 3.84 3.86 4.01 3.90 3.92 4.04 4.02 4.12 4.06 4.13 4.21 4.23 4.19 4.16 4.16 4.08 4.13 4.10 4.37 4.11 4.19 4.10 4.08
LAIF 3.31 3.43 3.53 3.42 3.67 3.84 3.93 3.81 4.01 4.12 4.23 4.12 4.27 4.33 4.48 4.36 4.52 4.58 4.58 4.56 4.52 4.48 4.43 4.48 4.37 4.33 4.31 4.34 4.29 4.27
Difference 0.40 0.31 0.30 0.34 0.09 0.02 -0.03 0.03 -0.15 -0.11 -0.33 -0.20 -0.23 -0.31 -0.36 -0.30 -0.39 -0.37 -0.35 -0.37 -0.36 -0.32 -0.35 -0.34 -0.27 0.04 -0.20 -0.14 -0.19 -0.19
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Otay LAIF Difference
Target: Meet or Exceed 100% of LAIF
OTAY
Portfolio Management
May 31, 2025
Portfolio Summary
% of
Portfolio
Book
ValueInvestmentsMarket
Value
Par
Value
Days to
MaturityTerm
YTM
360 Equiv.
YTM
365 Equiv.
Federal Agency Issues- Callable 8,500,000.00 7518.53 4.3115928,484,685.008,500,000.00 4.371
Treasury Securities - Coupon 14,465,832.59 43514.52 4.27022414,461,500.0014,500,000.00 4.329
Federal Agency Issues - Bullet 15,784,419.56 1,06115.85 3.14721515,738,746.3615,796,000.00 3.191
Money Market 132,071.24 10.13 4.1021132,071.24132,071.24 4.159
Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF)60,606,921.19 160.85 4.213160,658,388.0460,606,921.19 4.272
San Diego County Pool 107,818.79 10.11 3.7481108,000.00107,818.79 3.800
99,597,063.37 100.00%Investments 99,583,390.6499,642,811.22 296 118 4.060 4.117
Cash
(not included in yield calculations)
Passbook/Checking 863,176.40 1 2.0771863,176.40863,176.40 2.105
100,460,239.77Total Cash and Investments 100,446,567.04100,505,987.62 296 118 4.060 4.117
Current Year
May 31
353,980.01
Fiscal Year To Date
4,252,920.38
Average Daily Balance
Effective Rate of Return
102,268,214.07 109,453,740.91
4.23%4.08%
Total Earnings Month Ending
I hereby certify that the investments contained in this report are made in accordance with the District Investment Policy Number 27 adopted by the Board of Directors on May 07, 2025. The investments
provide sufficient liquidity to meet the cash flow requirements of the District for the next six months of expenditures.
__________________________________________________ ____________________
Joseph Beachem, Chief Financial Officer
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Par Value Book Value
Maturity
Date
Stated
RateMarket Value
May 31, 2025
Portfolio Details - Investments
Average
BalanceIssuer
Portfolio Management
OTAY
Days to
MaturityMoody'sCUSIP Investment #
Purchase
Date
Federal Agency Issues- Callable
4.468Federal Home Loan Bank2422 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 05/10/20274.53011/15/2024 997,660.00 Aa13130B3R54 708
4.290Federal Home Loan Bank2425 7,500,000.00 7,500,000.00 12/30/20264.35012/30/2024 7,487,025.00 Aa13130B4DY4 577
8,500,000.008,484,685.008,500,000.008,500,000.00Subtotal and Average 4.311 592
Treasury Securities - Coupon
4.998US TREASURY2418 3,000,000.00 2,998,501.18 07/31/20254.75011/01/2023 3,001,890.00 Aa191282CHN4 60
4.110US TREASURY2426 7,500,000.00 7,503,476.46 12/31/20254.25001/06/2025 7,498,350.00 Aa191282CJS1 213
4.143US TREASURY2427 1,000,000.00 984,329.33 03/31/20262.25002/05/2025 984,240.00 Aa19128286L9 303
4.034US TREASURY2428 1,000,000.00 985,181.03 03/31/20262.25003/27/2025 984,240.00 Aa19128286L9 303
3.897US TREASURY2429 1,000,000.00 1,001,708.23 06/15/20264.12504/25/2025 999,810.00 Aa191282CHH7 379
4.016US TREASURY2430 1,000,000.00 992,636.36 09/30/20263.50005/23/2025 992,970.00 Aa191282CLP4 486
14,465,832.5914,461,500.0014,500,000.0013,759,791.71Subtotal and Average 4.270 224
Federal Agency Issues - Bullet
4.261Federal Farm Credit Bank2402 3,000,000.00 2,999,355.42 09/30/20254.25009/30/2022 2,998,260.00 Aa13133ENP95 121
4.932Federal Farm Credit Bank2420 1,000,000.00 997,287.08 03/05/20264.62504/17/2024 1,003,050.00 Aa13133EP4K8 277
4.679Federal Farm Credit Bank2421 1,000,000.00 1,000,091.97 05/06/20274.75005/28/2024 1,013,660.00 Aa13133ERDS7 704
4.060Federal Farm Credit Bank2423 2,000,000.00 2,000,262.08 12/16/20264.12512/16/2024 2,004,740.00 Aa13133ERK42 563
4.864Federal Farm Credit Bank2424 3,000,000.00 2,999,776.10 07/28/20254.87511/17/2023 3,001,770.00 Aa13133EPRS6 57
0.612Federal Home Loan Mortgage2391 1,045,000.00 1,044,211.38 09/23/20250.37509/16/2021 1,032,365.95 Aa13137EAEX3 114
0.618Federal Home Loan Mortgage2392 2,751,000.00 2,748,881.06 09/23/20250.37509/22/2021 2,717,740.41 Aa13137EAEX3 114
1.129Federal National Mortage Assoc2394 2,000,000.00 1,994,554.47 11/07/20250.50012/15/2021 1,967,160.00 Aa13135G06G3 159
15,784,419.5615,738,746.3615,796,000.0015,783,303.68Subtotal and Average 3.147 215
Money Market
4.142Blackrock T - Fund Inst9010 19,649.84 19,649.84 4.20019,649.84RESERVE-10A WRB 1
4.142Blackrock T - Fund Inst9011 45,316.91 45,316.91 4.20045,316.91RESERVE 10 BABS 1
4.064FIRST AMERICAN US TREASURY9016 67,104.49 67,104.49 4.12067,104.49OWD TRUST & CUS 1
132,071.24132,071.24132,071.24217,733.29Subtotal and Average 4.102 1
Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF)
4.213STATE OF CALIFORNIA9001 60,606,921.19 60,606,921.19 4.27260,658,388.04LAIF 1
60,606,921.1960,658,388.0460,606,921.1962,268,211.51Subtotal and Average 4.213 1
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Par Value Book Value
Maturity
Date
Stated
RateMarket Value
May 31, 2025
Portfolio Details - Investments
Average
BalanceIssuer
Portfolio Management
OTAY
Days to
MaturityMoody'sCUSIP Investment #
Purchase
Date
San Diego County Pool
3.748San Diego County9007 107,818.79 107,818.79 3.800108,000.00SD COUNTY POOL 1
107,818.79108,000.00107,818.79107,818.79Subtotal and Average 3.748 1
102,268,214.07 99,642,811.22 4.060 11899,583,390.64 99,597,063.37Total and Average
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Par Value Book Value
Stated
RateMarket Value
May 31, 2025
Portfolio Details - Cash
Average
BalanceIssuer
Portfolio Management
OTAY
Days to
MaturityMoody'sCUSIP Investment #
Purchase
Date
US Bank
0.000STATE OF CALIFORNIA9003 3,100.00 3,100.003,100.00PETTY CASH 1
2.219STATE OF CALIFORNIA9004 807,714.41 807,714.41 2.250807,714.41OPERATING 1
0.000STATE OF CALIFORNIA9005 4,554.82 4,554.8207/01/2024 4,554.82PAYROLL 1
0.000STATE OF CALIFORNIA9014 47,807.17 47,807.1707/01/2024 47,807.17FLEX ACCT 1
0.00
102,268,214.07 100,505,987.62 4.060 118
1Average Balance
100,446,567.04 100,460,239.77Total Cash and Investments
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Activity Report
Sorted By Issuer
May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Current
Rate
Transaction
Date Balance
Beginning
Balance
Ending
Par Value
Percent
of Portfolio
Par Value
CUSIP Investment # Issuer
Purchases or
Deposits
Redemptions or
Withdrawals
Issuer: Blackrock T - Fund Inst
Money Market
Blackrock T - Fund Inst9010 67.794.200 0.00RESERVE-10A WRB
Blackrock T - Fund Inst9011 156.344.200 0.00RESERVE 10 BABS
0.0064,742.62 64,966.75Subtotal and Balance 224.13
224.13 0.0064,742.62 64,966.750.065%Issuer Subtotal
Issuer: STATE OF CALIFORNIA
US Bank
STATE OF CALIFORNIA9004 852,941.252.250 792,373.70OPERATING
STATE OF CALIFORNIA9014 585.08 10,939.62FLEX ACCT
803,313.32812,963.39 863,176.40Subtotal and Balance 853,526.33
Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF)
STATE OF CALIFORNIA9001 5,800,000.004.272 7,300,000.00LAIF
7,300,000.0062,106,921.19 60,606,921.19Subtotal and Balance 5,800,000.00
6,653,526.33 8,103,313.3262,919,884.58 61,470,097.5961.161%Issuer Subtotal
Issuer: FIRST AMERICAN US TREASURY
Money Market
FIRST AMERICAN US TREASURY9016 951,809.374.120 997,568.31OWD TRUST & CUS
997,568.31112,863.43 67,104.49Subtotal and Balance 951,809.37
951,809.37 997,568.31112,863.43 67,104.490.067%Issuer Subtotal
Issuer: Federal Farm Credit Bank
Federal Agency Issues - Bullet
10,000,000.00 10,000,000.00Subtotal and Balance
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Rate
Transaction
Date Balance
Beginning
Balance
Ending
Par Value
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Percent
of Portfolio
Par Value
May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Activity Report
Month End
CUSIP Investment # Issuer
Purchases or
Deposits
Redemptions or
Withdrawals
0.00 0.0010,000,000.00 10,000,000.009.950%Issuer Subtotal
Issuer: Federal Home Loan Bank
Federal Agency Issues- Callable
8,500,000.00 8,500,000.00Subtotal and Balance
0.00 0.008,500,000.00 8,500,000.008.457%Issuer Subtotal
Issuer: Federal Home Loan Mortgage
Federal Agency Issues - Bullet
3,796,000.00 3,796,000.00Subtotal and Balance
0.00 0.003,796,000.00 3,796,000.003.777%Issuer Subtotal
Issuer: Federal National Mortage Assoc
Federal Agency Issues - Bullet
2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00Subtotal and Balance
0.00 0.002,000,000.00 2,000,000.001.990%Issuer Subtotal
Issuer: San Diego County
San Diego County Pool
107,818.79 107,818.79Subtotal and Balance
0.00 0.00107,818.79 107,818.790.107%Issuer Subtotal
Issuer: US TREASURY
Treasury Securities - Coupon
US TREASURY2430 1,000,000.003.500 05/23/2025 0.0091282CLP4
0.0013,500,000.00 14,500,000.00Subtotal and Balance 1,000,000.00
1,000,000.00 0.0013,500,000.00 14,500,000.0014.427%Issuer Subtotal
101,001,309.42 100,505,987.62Total 9,100,881.638,605,559.83100.000%
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Duration Report
Sorted by Investment Type - Investment Type
Through 05/31/2025
Investment #Security ID Issuer
Investment
Class
Book
Value
Par
Value
Market
Value
Current
Rate
YTM Current
Yield
Maturity/
Call Date Duration
Modified
360Fund
Federal Home Loan Bank2422 99 1,000,000.00 997,660.003130B3R54 4.659 05/10/2027 1.8331,000,000.00 4.468Fair 4.5300000
Federal Home Loan Bank2425 99 7,500,000.00 7,487,025.003130B4DY4 4.467 12/30/2026 1.4847,500,000.00 4.290Fair 4.3500000
US TREASURY2418 99 3,000,000.00 3,001,890.0091282CHN4 4.413 07/31/2025 0.1642,998,501.18 4.998Fair 4.7500000
US TREASURY2426 99 7,500,000.00 7,498,350.0091282CJS1 4.294 12/31/2025 0.5577,503,476.46 4.110Fair 4.2500000
US TREASURY2427 99 1,000,000.00 984,240.009128286L9 4.197 03/31/2026 0.807984,329.33 4.143Fair 2.2500000
US TREASURY2428 99 1,000,000.00 984,240.009128286L9 4.197 03/31/2026 0.807985,181.03 4.034Fair 2.2500000
US TREASURY2429 99 1,000,000.00 999,810.0091282CHH7 4.145 06/15/2026 0.9881,001,708.23 3.897Fair 4.1250000
US TREASURY2430 99 1,000,000.00 992,970.0091282CLP4 4.050 09/30/2026 1.278992,636.36 4.016Fair 3.5000000
Federal Home Loan Mortgage2391 99 1,045,000.00 1,032,365.953137EAEX3 4.275 09/23/2025 0.3121,044,211.38 0.612Fair .37500000
Federal Home Loan Mortgage2392 99 2,751,000.00 2,717,740.413137EAEX3 4.275 09/23/2025 0.3122,748,881.06 0.618Fair .37500000
Federal National Mortage Assoc2394 99 2,000,000.00 1,967,160.003135G06G3 4.335 11/07/2025 0.4351,994,554.47 1.129Fair .50000000
Federal Farm Credit Bank2402 99 3,000,000.00 2,998,260.003133ENP95 4.395 09/30/2025 0.3312,999,355.42 4.261Fair 4.2500000
Federal Farm Credit Bank2420 99 1,000,000.00 1,003,050.003133EP4K8 4.221 03/05/2026 0.734997,287.08 4.932Fair 4.6250000
Federal Farm Credit Bank2421 99 1,000,000.00 1,013,660.003133ERDS7 4.009 05/06/2027 1.8251,000,091.97 4.679Fair 4.7500000
Federal Farm Credit Bank2423 99 2,000,000.00 2,004,740.003133ERK42 3.966 12/16/2026 1.4522,000,262.08 4.060Fair 4.1250000
Federal Farm Credit Bank2424 99 3,000,000.00 3,001,770.003133EPRS6 4.433 07/28/2025 0.1562,999,776.10 4.864Fair 4.8750000
Blackrock T - Fund Inst9010 99 19,649.84 19,649.84RESERVE-10A 4.200 0.00019,649.84 4.142Amort 4.2000000
Blackrock T - Fund Inst9011 99 45,316.91 45,316.91RESERVE 10 4.200 0.00045,316.91 4.142Amort 4.2000000
FIRST AMERICAN US TREASURY9016 99 67,104.49 67,104.49OWD TRUST & 4.120 0.00067,104.49 4.064Amort 4.1200000
STATE OF CALIFORNIA9001 99 60,606,921.19 60,658,388.04LAIF 4.272 0.00060,606,921.19 4.213Fair 4.2720000
San Diego County9007 99 107,818.79 108,000.00SD COUNTY 3.800 0.000107,818.79 3.748Fair 3.8000000
4.291 0.30599,597,063.37 99,642,811.22 99,583,390.64Report Total
† = Duration can not be calculated on these investments due to incomplete Market price data.
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Report Ver. 7.3.11
Month End
GASB 31 Compliance Detail
Sorted by Fund - Fund
May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Investment #Maturity
Date
Beginning
Invested Value
Purchase
of Principal
InvestmentClassFundCUSIP
Adjustment in Value
Ending
Invested Value
Addition
to Principal
Redemption
of Principal
Amortization
Adjustment
Change in
Market Value
Fund: Treasury Fund
2391 1,028,907.00Fair Value 09/23/2025 3,458.9599 1,032,365.953137EAEX30.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2392 2,708,634.60Fair Value 09/23/2025 9,105.8199 2,717,740.413137EAEX30.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2394 1,963,460.00Fair Value 11/07/2025 3,700.0099 1,967,160.003135G06G30.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2425 7,508,775.00Fair Value 12/30/2026 -21,750.0099 7,487,025.003130B4DY40.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2422 999,460.00Fair Value 05/10/2027 -1,800.0099 997,660.003130B3R540.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
9003 3,100.00Amortized 0.0099 3,100.00PETTY CASH 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
9001 62,159,661.83Fair Value -1,273.7999 60,658,388.04LAIF0.00 5,800,000.00 7,300,000.00 0.00
9004 747,146.86Amortized 0.0099 807,714.41OPERATING0.00 852,941.25 792,373.70 0.00
9005 4,554.82Amortized 0.0099 4,554.82PAYROLL0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
9014 58,161.71Amortized 0.0099 47,807.17FLEX ACCT 0.00 585.08 10,939.62 0.00
2424 3,002,910.00Fair Value 07/28/2025 -1,140.0099 3,001,770.003133EPRS60.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2423 2,014,080.00Fair Value 12/16/2026 -9,340.0099 2,004,740.003133ERK420.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2420 1,005,330.00Fair Value 03/05/2026 -2,280.0099 1,003,050.003133EP4K80.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2421 1,020,230.00Fair Value 05/06/2027 -6,570.0099 1,013,660.003133ERDS70.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2402 2,998,620.00Fair Value 09/30/2025 -360.0099 2,998,260.003133ENP950.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2426 7,509,000.00Fair Value 12/31/2025 -10,650.0099 7,498,350.0091282CJS10.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2429 1,003,010.00Fair Value 06/15/2026 -3,200.0099 999,810.0091282CHH70.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2428 985,040.00Fair Value 03/31/2026 -800.0099 984,240.009128286L90.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2418 3,003,000.00Fair Value 07/31/2025 -1,110.0099 3,001,890.0091282CHN40.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2430 0.00Fair Value 09/30/2026 470.0099 992,970.0091282CLP4992,500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
2427 985,040.00Fair Value 03/31/2026 -800.0099 984,240.009128286L90.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
9007 108,000.00Fair Value 0.0099 108,000.00SD COUNTY POOL 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
9016 112,863.43Amortized 0.0099 67,104.49OWD TRUST & CUS 0.00 951,809.37 997,568.31 0.00
9011 45,160.57Amortized 0.0099 45,316.91RESERVE 10 BABS 0.00 156.34 0.00 0.00
9010 19,582.05Amortized 0.0099 19,649.84RESERVE-10A WRB 0.00 67.79 0.00 0.00
100,993,727.87Subtotal -44,339.03 100,446,567.04992,500.00 7,605,559.83 9,100,881.63 0.00
100,993,727.87Total 100,446,567.04-44,339.03992,500.00 7,605,559.83 9,100,881.63 0.00
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Run Date: 06/17/2025 - 15:49 GD (PRF_GD) 7.3.11
Report Ver. 7.3.11
Month End
Interest Earnings
Sorted by Fund - Fund
May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Yield on Beginning Book Value
Maturity
Date
Current
Rate
Ending
Par Value
EndingSecurity
TypeFund Book Value
Beginning
Book Value
Adjusted Interest Earnings
Accretion
Amortization/
Earnings
Adjusted InterestAnnualized
YieldCUSIP Investment #
Interest
Earned
Fund: Treasury Fund
1,044,211.382391 1,045,000.00 0.375FAC 09/23/2025 326.56 211.24 537.800.60799 1,044,000.143137EAEX3
2,748,881.062392 2,751,000.00 0.375FAC 09/23/2025 859.69 567.57 1,427.260.61199 2,748,313.493137EAEX3
1,994,554.472394 2,000,000.00 0.500FAC 11/07/2025 833.34 1,047.22 1,880.561.11199 1,993,507.253135G06G3
7,500,000.002425 7,500,000.00 4.350MC1 12/30/2026 27,187.50 0.00 27,187.504.26899 7,500,000.003130B4DY4
1,000,000.002422 1,000,000.00 4.530MC1 05/10/2027 3,775.00 0.00 3,775.004.44599 1,000,000.003130B3R54
3,100.009003 3,100.00PA1 0.00 0.00 0.0099 3,100.00PETTY CASH
60,606,921.199001 60,606,921.19 4.272LA1 225,926.13 0.00 225,926.134.28399 62,106,921.19LAIF
807,714.419004 807,714.41 2.250PA1 3,003.29 0.00 3,003.294.73399 747,146.86OPERATING
4,554.829005 4,554.82PA1 0.00 0.00 0.0099 4,554.82PAYROLL
47,807.179014 47,807.17PA1 0.00 0.00 0.0099 58,161.71FLEX ACCT
2,999,776.102424 3,000,000.00 4.875FAC 07/28/2025 12,187.50 117.83 12,305.334.83099 2,999,658.273133EPRS6
2,000,262.082423 2,000,000.00 4.125FAC 12/16/2026 6,875.00 -14.17 6,860.834.03899 2,000,276.253133ERK42
997,287.082420 1,000,000.00 4.625FAC 03/05/2026 3,854.17 297.04 4,151.214.90299 996,990.043133EP4K8
1,000,091.972421 1,000,000.00 4.750FAC 05/06/2027 3,958.33 -3.97 3,954.364.65599 1,000,095.943133ERDS7
2,999,355.422402 3,000,000.00 4.250FAC 09/30/2025 10,625.00 162.50 10,787.504.23599 2,999,192.923133ENP95
7,503,476.462426 7,500,000.00 4.250TRC 12/31/2025 27,296.27 -505.96 26,790.314.20499 7,503,982.4291282CJS1
1,001,708.232429 1,000,000.00 4.125TRC 06/15/2026 3,513.05 -139.73 3,373.323.96499 1,001,847.9691282CHH7
985,181.032428 1,000,000.00 2.250TRC 03/31/2026 1,905.74 1,516.14 3,421.884.09699 983,664.899128286L9
2,998,501.182418 3,000,000.00 4.750TRC 07/31/2025 12,203.04 774.40 12,977.445.09799 2,997,726.7891282CHN4
992,636.362430 1,000,000.00 3.500TRC 09/30/2026 860.65 136.36 997.014.07499 0.0091282CLP4
984,329.332427 1,000,000.00 2.250TRC 03/31/2026 1,905.74 1,603.27 3,509.014.20499 982,726.069128286L9
107,818.799007 107,818.79 3.800LA3 347.97 0.00 347.973.80099 107,818.79SD COUNTY POOL
67,104.499016 67,104.49 4.120PA2 534.56 0.00 534.565.57799 112,863.43OWD TRUST & CUS
45,316.919011 45,316.91 4.200PA2 161.65 0.00 161.654.21599 45,160.57RESERVE 10 BABS
19,649.849010 19,649.84 4.200PA2 70.09 0.00 70.094.21499 19,582.05RESERVE-10A WRB
100,505,987.62Subtotal 100,460,239.77 4.149 353,980.015,769.74348,210.27100,957,291.83
100,505,987.62Total 100,460,239.77 4.149 353,980.015,769.74348,210.27100,957,291.83
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Run Date: 06/18/2025 - 09:23 IE (PRF_IE) 7.3.11
Report Ver. 7.3.11
Check Num Check Amt Invoice Description Invoice Total Check Dt Vendor Num Invoice Num
2063875 2,775.00 FY25 SHAREPOINT & INTRANET SUPP 2,775.00 6/11/2025 8488 13040
2063876 1,348.53 INTERNET CIRCUITS (4/11/25 -5/10/25)1,348.53 6/11/2025 18122 251321747
2063928 220.00 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 220.00 6/18/2025 15000 061625
2063854 173.40 UB REFUND 0000074700 173.40 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525003
FY25 AS-NEEDED AQUA AMMONIA 619.57 5/28/2025 7732 9160821827
FY25 AS-NEEDED AQUA AMMONIA 656.14 5/28/2025 7732 9160821833
FY25 AS-NEEDED AQUA AMMONIA 2,051.10 5/28/2025 7732 9160821819
2063798 15,157.44 RETENTION/PACIFIC HYDROTECH 15,157.44 5/28/2025 22643 504302025
BILLING ADMINISTRATION 80.00 6/18/2025 22138 878251
BILLING ADMINISTRATION 210.60 6/18/2025 22138 880289
2063877 1,077.01 OMNI 8" T2 REGISTER AND MMP 1,001.54 6/11/2025 3492 0108434
2063836 1,375.00 CMIS - 870-2 PUMP STATION 1,375.00 6/4/2025 13171 36021942
2063837 58,025.02 PROF SERV - APR 2025 58,025.02 6/4/2025 17264 309890
2063799 3,760.26 TELEPHONE SERV (4/12/25-5/11/25)3,760.26 5/28/2025 7785 000023457291
2" INCH WET TAP 228.60 6/18/2025 30287 060125 D1142-
090569
CAMPO GAS STATION 691.00 6/18/2025 30287 061025 D1142-
090618
2063800 1,836.00 CY25 JANITORIAL SERVICES 1,836.00 5/28/2025 20125 J2064
2063855 1,123.20 UB REFUND 0000300193 1,123.20 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525016
2063801 5,934.87 SUMP PUMP FOR 870-2 5,508.00 5/28/2025 145 136576
2063929 1,127.81 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 1,127.81 6/18/2025 12373 061325
2063802 5,605.60 CRANE SERVICE 5,605.60 5/28/2025 5863 1000797
2063838 10,138.18 REPLACE PUMP #3 AT COPPS LANE 10,138.18 6/4/2025 4209 58428B
2063878 45,316.74 REBUILD PEERLESS PUMP AT 624-3 45,316.74 6/11/2025 4209 57112
2063879 682.50 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT - HOBSON 682.50 6/11/2025 30211 BH061125
2063803 355.32 ARMORED TRANSPORTATION SERVICE 355.32 5/28/2025 21775 12916517
2063880 355.32 ARMORED TRANSPORTATION SERVICE 355.32 6/11/2025 21775 12932712
2063910 4,289.63 LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY CONSULT 4,289.63 6/18/2025 8156 1038814
2063804 22,440.00 UTILITY LOCATING SERVICES 22,440.00 5/28/2025 20374 CAL2198
2063839 30,989.00 SWA/OWD RW INTERTIE PROJECT 30,989.00 6/4/2025 15177 FB66291
BROWNSTEIN HYATT FARBER 6/6/2025
CALBURTON INC 5/9/2025
CAROLLO ENGINEERS INC 5/8/2025
BRIAN HOBSON 6/9/2025
BRINKS INC 5/1/2025
6/1/2025
BERNARDO SEPARA 6/13/2025
BOB'S CRANE SERVICE 5/7/2025
BRAX COMPANY INC 5/23/2025
5/22/2025
AZTEC LANDSCAPING INC 5/15/2025
B&D CONCRETE 6/3/2025
BARRETT ENGINEERED PUMPS 5/2/2025
AT&T 5/12/2025
ATLAS JAMUL PROPERTY 2063909 919.60 6/10/2025
6/10/2025
AQUA-METRIC SALES COMPANY 5/22/2025
ARCADIS US INC 3/27/2025
ARTIANO SHINOFF ABED 5/19/2025
AMERICAN BUSINESS BANK 5/6/2025
AMERIFLEX 2063908 290.60 6/2/2025
6/2/2025
Check Register Check Dates: 5/22/2025 thru 6/18/2025
PAYEE Invoice Date
ABLEFORCE INC 6/4/2025
AIRGAS SPECIALTY PRODUCTS INC 2063797 3,326.81 5/5/2025
5/5/2025
5/5/2025
ACC BUSINESS 5/27/2025
ADOLFO SEGURA 6/16/2025
AILEEN BAROYA 6/3/2025
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Check Register Check Dates: 5/22/2025 thru 6/18/2025
2063856 21.61 UB REFUND 0000009053 21.61 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525001
2063857 50.51 UB REFUND 0000283938 50.51 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525006
2063840 9,659.00 COMMERCIAL DRIVER TRAINING 9,659.00 6/4/2025 17842 4023
2063805 2,493.75 FIBER INSTALL- MPOE TO DATA CENTER 2,493.75 5/28/2025 30206 231685
2063806 9,924.10 INVENTORY 9,210.30 5/28/2025 18331 W928376
2063796 7,599.00 PERMIT APPLICATION FEE 7,599.00 5/22/2025 2122 SITE01989
UPFP PERMIT RENEW (6/30/25-6/30/26)603.00 6/11/2025 184 0295041625
UPFP PERMIT RENEW (6/30/25-6/30/26)603.00 6/11/2025 184 0296041625
UPFP PERMIT RENEW (6/30/25-6/30/26)603.00 6/11/2025 184 0297041625
UPFP PERMIT RENEW (6/30/25-6/30/26)603.00 6/11/2025 184 3169041625
UPFP PERMIT RENEW (6/30/25-6/30/26)708.00 6/11/2025 184 0351041625
UPFP PERMIT RENEW (6/30/25-6/30/26)799.00 6/11/2025 184 0405041625
UPFP PERMIT RENEW (6/30/25-6/30/26)799.00 6/11/2025 184 2786041625
UPFP PERMIT RENEW (6/30/25-6/30/26)2,210.00 6/11/2025 184 0891041625
UPFP PERMIT RENEW (6/30/25-6/30/26)3,680.00 6/11/2025 184 4908041625
2063914 119.92 BI-WEEKLY PAYROLL DEDUCTION 119.92 6/18/2025 22745 Ben2755065
2063808 3,591.40 FINANCE OFFICE FURNITURE 3,591.40 5/28/2025 18756 18785
2063882 6,950.99 IT OFFICE FURNITURE 6,950.99 6/11/2025 18756 order 5052.001
2063883 14,659.02 REPAIR PORT. 5332 & CTWD SWR 14,216.70 6/11/2025 21343 X1-250562818
2063809 7,661.67 W&T MICRO ANALYZER PARTS 7,110.60 5/28/2025 11797 2025-0613
WATER MIXER CONTROL PANEL 1,127.02 6/11/2025 11797 2025-0678
WATER MIXER CONTROL PANEL 3,956.56 6/11/2025 11797 2025-0655
WATER MIXER CONTROL PANEL 7,138.47 6/11/2025 11797 2025-0649
2063933 80.97 UB REFUND 0000042815 80.97 6/18/2025 99999 ubRef061825001
2063911 6,500.00 AUDITING SERVICES FY25 6,500.00 6/18/2025 21128 3045
2063858 88.40 UB REFUND 0000293771 88.40 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525009
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT - MAR 2025 79.80 6/4/2025 30035 030125033125
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT - APR 2025 295.40 6/4/2025 30035 040125043025
2063842 267.88 FY25 RECYCLED WASTE SERVICE 267.88 6/4/2025 2447 5458 053125EDCO DISPOSAL CORPORATION 5/30/2025
DELFINA GONZALEZ 2063841 375.20 3/31/2025
4/30/2025
DAVID DUNN 6/18/2025
DAVIS FARR LLP 5/31/2025
DELANEY O'LEARY 6/3/2025
D&H WATER SYSTEMS INC 5/12/2025
2063884 13,169.25 5/21/2025
5/19/2025
5/16/2025
CULTURA 5/27/2025
4/14/2025
CUMMINS SALES AND SERV 5/12/2025
4/16/2025
4/16/2025
4/16/2025
COURT ORDERED DEBT COLLECTIONS 6/18/2025
COMMUNICATION WIRING SPECIALISTS INC.5/14/2025
CORE & MAIN LP 5/13/2025
COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 5/22/2025
2063881 10,608.00 4/16/2025
4/16/2025
4/16/2025
4/16/2025
4/16/2025
4/16/2025
CATHERINE HOLMES 6/3/2025
COLTON BARLOW 6/3/2025
COMMERCIAL TRANSPORTATION 5/12/2025
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Check Register Check Dates: 5/22/2025 thru 6/18/2025
2063934 32.26 UB REFUND 0000173244 32.26 6/18/2025 99999 ubRef061825003
2063843 1,486.89 CY25 VISION BENEFITS ADMIN 1,486.89 6/4/2025 20511 166817545
2063810 2,243.36 INVENTORY 2,082.00 5/28/2025 3546 0875927-2
INVENTORY 5,147.00 6/11/2025 3546 0878887
INVENTORY 7,250.00 6/11/2025 3546 0879917-1
2063912 975.14 TAPPING MACHINE PARTS 905.00 6/18/2025 3546 061574-1
2063859 1,596.61 UB REFUND 0000300963 1,596.61 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525017
MICROSOFT 365 LICENSES - MAY 2025 3,274.58 6/11/2025 30185 R1071SA-1
MICROSOFT 365 LICENSES - JUNE 2025 3,274.58 6/11/2025 30185 R1071SA-2
2063915 8,813.45 FY26 NEOGOV SUBSCRIPTION 8,813.45 6/18/2025 9571 135931
ANALYZER PARTS 343.08 6/11/2025 174 14497830
ANALYZER PARTS 1,656.00 6/11/2025 174 14505021
ANALYZER PARTS 2,553.56 6/11/2025 174 14510046
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 450.04 5/28/2025 19978 1034150
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 532.94 5/28/2025 19978 1034155
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 1,480.40 5/28/2025 19978 1034149
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 2,072.56 5/28/2025 19978 1034153
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 2,605.51 5/28/2025 19978 1034159
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 5,661.06 5/28/2025 19978 1034156
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 408.59 6/11/2025 19978 1036003
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 518.14 6/11/2025 19978 1036007
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 680.99 6/11/2025 19978 1037858
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 817.18 6/11/2025 19978 1037856
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 1,829.78 6/11/2025 19978 1037861
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 1,939.33 6/11/2025 19978 1037857
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 2,072.56 6/11/2025 19978 1036000
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 5,640.33 6/11/2025 19978 1036004
AS-NEEDED SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE 5,995.63 6/11/2025 19978 1037860
2063812 204.40 AETNA EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROG 204.40 5/28/2025 22165 E0344814
SMA HABITAT MANAGEMENT 17,178.66 6/4/2025 2008 127117
SMA HABITAT MANAGEMENT 25,429.35 6/4/2025 2008 127778
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 882.50 6/11/2025 2008 127796
HELIX ENVIRONMENTAL 2063844 42,608.01 3/27/2025
4/25/2025
2063889 6,592.70 4/25/2025
5/22/2025
5/15/2025
5/15/2025
5/22/2025
HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCE 5/5/2025
HASA INC.2063811 12,802.51 5/8/2025
5/8/2025
5/8/2025
5/8/2025
5/8/2025
5/8/2025
2063888 19,902.53 5/15/2025
5/15/2025
5/22/2025
5/22/2025
5/22/2025
GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM INC 5/22/2025
HACH COMPANY 2063887 4,905.48 5/14/2025
5/20/2025
5/23/2025
GARDEN BROS NUCLEAR CIRCUS 6/3/2025
GIGAKOM 2063886 6,549.16 6/5/2025
6/5/2025
FERGUSON WATERWORKS # 1083 5/12/2025
2063885 13,326.85 5/29/2025
5/20/2025
5/29/2025
ELIZABETH GULMATICO 6/18/2025
EYEMED (FIDELITY)5/20/2025
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Check Register Check Dates: 5/22/2025 thru 6/18/2025
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 5,710.20 6/11/2025 2008 127779
2063860 2,537.41 UB REFUND 0000300064 2,537.41 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525015
2063813 6,395.00 GRANT WRITING (1/25-4/25) 6,395.00 5/28/2025 20950 20250133
2063814 35,568.05 CLOSE AND REFUND WORK ORDER 35,568.05 5/28/2025 20436 120924 D0954-
090275
BILL PROCESSING SERVICES FY25 314.74 5/28/2025 8969 286703
BILL PROCESSING SERVICES FY25 626.22 5/28/2025 8969 286704
BILL PROCESSING SERVICES FY25 1,573.01 5/28/2025 8969 286705
BILL PROCESSING SERVICES FY25 2,846.08 5/28/2025 8969 286682
2063935 1,806.54 UB REFUND 0000299424 1,806.54 6/18/2025 99999 ubRef061825007
2063890 2,355.00 FY25 ANTENNA SUBLEASE 2,355.00 6/11/2025 20752 413480029
2063944 434.62 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 434.62 6/18/2025 1878 061625
2063861 1,093.42 UB REFUND 0000063257 1,093.42 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525002
2063816 1,480.00 WELDING SVC 1100 HS 1,480.00 5/28/2025 30036 1395
2063817 7,650.00 FY25 AS-NEEDED CHLORINE GAS 7,650.00 5/28/2025 10563 987750
2063891 7,650.00 FY25 AS-NEEDED CHLORINE GAS 7,650.00 6/11/2025 10563 969516
2063807 419.00 TRAVEL ADVANCEMENT 419.00 5/28/2025 21268 1911052725
2063913 121.49 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 121.49 6/18/2025 6647 061125
2063862 87.28 UB REFUND 0000291597 87.28 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525007
2063936 126.78 UB REFUND 0000300577 126.78 6/18/2025 99999 ubRef061825009
2063852 233.00 TRAVEL ADVANCEMENT 233.00 6/4/2025 18922 3165JT
2063932 985.69 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 985.69 6/18/2025 18922 061625
2063863 50.17 UB REFUND 0000293872 50.17 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525010
2063845 309.71 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 309.71 6/4/2025 15445 052825
2063818 149.60 AS-NEEDED FLEET WASHING SVCS 149.60 5/28/2025 22129 K51341
2063892 139.63 AS-NEEDED FLEET WASHING SVCS 139.63 6/11/2025 22129 K60965
2063846 7,253.44 AS-NEEDED ASPHALTIC PAVING 7,635.20 6/4/2025 5840 24-119-8
2063893 28,407.75 AS-NEEDED ASPHALTIC PAVING 29,902.90 6/11/2025 5840 24-119-9
2063894 9,826.82 AS NEEDED PAVING RETENTION 9,826.82 6/11/2025 5840 24-172-3R/6R/7R
KIRK PAVING INC 1/17/2025
5/16/2025
6/5/2025
KARINA ANDUJAR 6/3/2025
KENT PAYNE 5/28/2025
KEPT COMPANIES INC 5/2/2025
5/16/2025
JOSEPH WOODS 6/18/2025
JUAN TAMAYO 5/28/2025
6/16/2025
JOHN CORRAO 5/27/2025
JOLENE FIELDING 6/11/2025
JOSE A TORRES VAZQUEZ 6/3/2025
JAMES GRADY 6/3/2025
JAWCO CERTIFIED WELDING INC.5/9/2025
JCI JONES CHEMICALS INC 5/6/2025
5/28/2025
ISABELLA DAHLBERG 6/18/2025
IWG TOWERS ASSETS II LLC 6/1/2025
JACOB VACLAVEK 6/16/2025
INFOSEND INC 2063815 5,460.96 5/9/2025
5/9/2025
5/9/2025
5/8/2025
HENKELS & MCCOY WEST 6/3/2025
HOCH CONSULTING APC 5/9/2025
HOMEFED VILLAGE III 12/9/2024
HELIX ENVIRONMENTAL
2063889 6,592.70
4/25/2025
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Check Register Check Dates: 5/22/2025 thru 6/18/2025
2063916 6,237.88 AS NEEDED EMERGENCY RETENTION 6,237.88 6/18/2025 5840 24-172-
2R/8R/10R
2063917 2,400.27 AS NEEDED PAVING RETENTION 2,400.27 6/18/2025 5840 24-119-6R
2063918 15,703.50 AS-NEEDED EMERGENCY PAVING 16,530.00 6/18/2025 5840 24-172-12
2063919 7,253.44 AS-NEEDED EMERGENCY PAVING 7,635.20 6/18/2025 5840 24-172-5
2063819 4,512.50 CONSULTING SERVICES FOR TYLER 4,512.50 5/28/2025 22411 11062
2063835 3,000.00 TUITION REIMBURSEMENT 3,000.00 5/28/2025 20100 LY052225
2063937 30.06 UB REFUND 0000301180 30.06 6/18/2025 99999 ubRef061825010
2063850 233.00 TRAVEL ADVANCEMENT 233.00 6/4/2025 3514 3179MS
2063927 125.39 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 125.39 6/18/2025 3514 061325
2063938 1,611.20 UB REFUND 0000300336 1,611.20 6/18/2025 99999 ubRef061825008
2063864 81.09 UB REFUND 0000293981 81.09 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525011
2063820 323.49 TRAVEL ADVANCEMENT 323.49 5/28/2025 21255 1892052325
2063920 7,614.00 ADA UPGRADE DESIGN SERV 7,614.00 6/18/2025 22375 2025.019
2063895 10,750.00 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERV 10,750.00 6/11/2025 17261 9972
2063821 2,200.00 ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES 2,200.00 5/28/2025 18332 446616
2063865 2,417.64 UB REFUND 0000297880 2,417.64 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525012
2063822 287,991.42 870-2 RES 3.4 MG & 8701 RES 287,991.42 5/28/2025 6646 504302025
INVENTORY 1,807.00 6/11/2025 1002 S100473770.003
INVENTORY 8,000.00 6/11/2025 1002 S100475955.001
INVENTORY 18,260.29 6/11/2025 1002 S100476270.001
2063897 30,355.77 DELL NETWORK EQUIP SUPP 30,355.77 6/11/2025 13122 43696
2063921 1,603.00 OUTSIDE SERVICES 1,603.00 6/18/2025 6419 1592
2063939 2,790.72 UB REFUND 0000260792 2,790.72 6/18/2025 99999 ubRef061825004
2063866 1,037.59 UB REFUND 0000282748 1,037.59 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525005
2063823 332.26 FY25 AS-NEEDED SAFETY BOOTS 332.26 5/28/2025 19836 20250510069504
RD OLSON CONSTRUCTION 6/3/2025
RED WING BUSINESS ADV ACCOUNT 5/10/2025
PINNACLE BUSINESS SOLUTIONS 5/16/2025
PLANT SOUP INC 6/13/2025
RAMON HIGUERA 6/18/2025
PACIFIC HYDROTECH CORPORATION 5/6/2025
PACIFIC PIPELINE SUPPLY INC 2063896 30,242.51 5/15/2025
5/21/2025
5/29/2025
NATURESCAPE SERVICES 5/31/2025
NV5 INC 5/6/2025
PACIFIC COAST COMMUNITIES INC 6/3/2025
MELISSA SALCEDO-ROBINSON 6/3/2025
MICHAEL LONG 5/23/2025
MISCELLANEOUS INC 6/12/2025
MARCIANO SANTOS 5/29/2025
6/13/2025
MEHVAN BANAVI 6/18/2025
KOA HILLS CONSULTING LLC 1/31/2025
LAURA YORK 5/22/2025
LORENA ADKINS 6/18/2025
KIRK PAVING INC
6/12/2025
6/12/2025
5/9/2025
1/17/2025
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Check Register Check Dates: 5/22/2025 thru 6/18/2025
2063922 701.36 FY25 AS-NEEDED SAFETY BOOTS 701.36 6/18/2025 19836 20250310069504
2063824 7,265.58 EV BATTERY CHARGING STATIONS 6,743.00 5/28/2025 30141 S2933447001
2063847 6,430.00 IN-PLANT INSPECTION SERVICES 6,430.00 6/4/2025 22507 101986
2063923 31.50 MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT - MAR 2025 31.50 6/18/2025 4542 030125033125
2063867 47.63 UB REFUND 0000298519 47.63 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525013
2063924 125.00 FY25 MONTHLY ASSESSOR DATA 125.00 6/18/2025 2586 202500435
2063826 500.00 SOCAL WATERSMART HEW HET WBIC 500.00 5/28/2025 3 2886
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 6.36 6/4/2025 121 051925
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 778.56 6/4/2025 121 052825
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 13,410.56 6/4/2025 121 052925A
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 45,993.88 6/4/2025 121 053025
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 69,749.11 6/4/2025 121 052225
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 937.97 6/11/2025 121 060225
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 37,224.62 6/11/2025 121 060325
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 53,225.59 6/11/2025 121 060325A
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 1,267.28 6/18/2025 121 060925
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 46,226.86 6/18/2025 121 060625
UTILITY EXPENSES - MONTHLY 94,681.18 6/18/2025 121 061125
2063926 24,840.42 980-2 PS SEL RELAY UPGRADE 24,019.00 6/18/2025 21627 858
2063868 1,897.00 UB REFUND 0000301053 1,897.00 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525018
2063940 42.53 UB REFUND 0000060208 42.53 6/18/2025 99999 ubRef061825002
2063899 475.00 ON-DEMAND SECURITY RESPONSE 475.00 6/11/2025 19603 12183426
2063869 189.90 UB REFUND 0000293519 189.90 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525008
2063870 808.61 UB REFUND 0000239159 808.61 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525004
2063900 3,081.95 20Hp MOTORS FOR COTTONWOOD LS 2,860.28 6/11/2025 258 74468
2063930 140.00 D5 CERTIFICATION RENEWAL 140.00 6/18/2025 5755 343047125BL
2063851 7,382.52 GENERATOR RENTAL 6,877.77 6/4/2025 12223 168253947-0001
UNLEADED & DIESEL FUEL 8,163.64 5/28/2025 10339 444446
SUNBELT RENTALS INC 5/13/2025
SUPREME OIL COMPANY 2063827 21,750.91 4/29/2025
SIGNATURE SR V2 R-20 LLC 6/3/2025
SLOAN ELECTRIC COMPANY 5/21/2025
STATE WATER RESOURCES 6/12/2025
SARA KOLBE 6/18/2025
SECURITAS SECURITY SVC USA INC 5/31/2025
SIGNAL WEST LLC 6/3/2025
6/6/2025
6/11/2025
SAN DIEGO POWER LLC 6/3/2025
SAN DIEGO SCCA 6/3/2025
SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC 2063849 129,938.47 5/19/2025
5/28/2025
5/29/2025
5/30/2025
5/22/2025
2063898 91,388.18 6/2/2025
6/3/2025
6/3/2025
2063925 142,175.32 6/9/2025
RONI YOUNIS 6/3/2025
SAN DIEGO COUNTY ASSESSOR 5/9/2025
SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTH 5/12/2025
REXEL 5/2/2025
RMA GROUP 5/14/2025
ROBAK, MARK 3/31/2025
RED WING BUSINESS ADV ACCOUNT
3/10/2025
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Check Register Check Dates: 5/22/2025 thru 6/18/2025
UNLEADED & DIESEL FUEL 13,587.27 5/28/2025 10339 444410
2063901 3,400.00 AS-NEEDED COMM CONSULTING 3,400.00 6/11/2025 18376 1802
2063931 13,106.48 FY26 TREASURY MGMT SOFTWARE 13,106.48 6/18/2025 1905 TDM-02153
2063825 155.00 EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 155.00 5/28/2025 6412 052125
2063828 2,550.00 EXTERIOR WINDOW CLEANING 2,550.00 5/28/2025 21323 51225
2063871 2,103.58 UB REFUND 0000298946 2,103.58 6/4/2025 99999 ubRef060525014
2063902 7,165.48 UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (UAS)7,165.48 6/11/2025 21394 OTAY 19
2063903 620.00 FIRE SPRINKLER INSPECTION 620.00 6/11/2025 22498 632783
2063829 5,400.00 OPERATOR SERVICE TRAINING 5,400.00 5/28/2025 17963 0053364
2063830 2,144.97 TRACER SC 7 RTU-6 SYSTEM MAINT 2,144.97 5/28/2025 2641 315378779
2063848 80.00 D2 CERTIFICATION REIMBURSEMENT 80.00 6/4/2025 15834 3166TR
2063831 4,800.00 MUNIS ERP UPGRADE IMPLEMENT 4,800.00 5/28/2025 3261 045-518937
2063853 3,075.00 ADM FEES FOR 2016 WTR REV BNDS 3,075.00 6/4/2025 20891 7753947
FY25 PORT. TOILET RENTAL 152.45 6/4/2025 15675 5352410
FY25 PORT. TOILET RENTAL 749.20 6/4/2025 15675 5352502
2063943 11,634.52 PREPAID POSTAGE FOR MAILING CCR 11,634.52 6/18/2025 8402 68077 061225
2063832 3,160.09 FY25 LEAK DETECTION SURVEY SERV 3,160.09 5/28/2025 18517 126751
CMIS - APR 2025 640.00 5/28/2025 8028 SD237816
CMIS - APR 2025 1,020.00 5/28/2025 8028 OWD1485TC04
CMIS - APR 2025 8,160.00 5/28/2025 8028 SD545819
CMIS - APR 2025 25,045.00 5/28/2025 8028 SD24030508
2063873 984.06 WATER INTERNS FY25 984.06 6/4/2025 20909 46960353
WATER INTERNS FY25 596.40 6/11/2025 20909 46985673
WATER INTERNS FY25 1,162.98 6/11/2025 20909 46980422
WATER INTERNS FY25 1,192.80 6/11/2025 20909 46967378
WATER INTERNS FY25 1,192.80 6/11/2025 20909 46974301
2063945 596.40 WATER INTERNS FY25 596.40 6/18/2025 20909 46993302
AS-NEEDED BEE REMOVAL SERV 125.00 5/28/2025 1343 85444
AS-NEEDED BEE REMOVAL SERV 200.00 5/28/2025 1343 85442
AS-NEEDED BEE REMOVAL SERV 125.00 6/11/2025 1343 86278
AS-NEEDED BEE REMOVAL SERV 250.00 6/11/2025 1343 85534
2063941 11.84 UB REFUND 0000286654 11.84 6/18/2025 99999 ubRef061825006 WESAM BEHNEM 6/18/2025
WE GOT YA PEST CONTROL INC 2063834 325.00 5/8/2025
5/9/2025
2063905 375.00 5/28/2025
5/20/2025
VOLT WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS 4/27/2025
2063904 4,144.98 5/25/2025
5/18/2025
5/4/2025
5/11/2025
6/1/2025
US POSTMASTER 6/12/2025
UTILITY SERVICES ASSOC LLC 4/14/2025
VALLEY CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT 2063833 34,865.00 5/6/2025
5/6/2025
5/6/2025
5/6/2025
UNITED SITE SERVICES INC 2063872 921.42 5/27/2025
5/27/2025
TREVOR ROGERS 5/28/2025
TYLER TECHNOLOGIES INC 5/7/2025
U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION 5/20/2025
THE HILLER COMPANIES 5/19/2025
TMG SERVICES INC 5/6/2025
TRANE US INC 5/8/2025
TAYLOR MADE WINDOW CLEANING 5/12/2025
TC CONSTRUCTION 6/3/2025
TEEDEEUAS LLC 5/31/2025
SVPR COMMUNICATIONS LLC 5/31/2025
SYMPRO INC 5/8/2025
TANYA ROMERO 5/21/2025
SUPREME OIL COMPANY 2063827 21,750.91
4/29/2025
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Check Register Check Dates: 5/22/2025 thru 6/18/2025
2063942 100.00 UB REFUND 0000285790 100.00 6/18/2025 99999 ubRef061825005
HYDRAULIC MODELING (APR 2025)1,000.00 6/11/2025 19866 192396
HYDRAULIC MODELING (APR 2025)1,810.00 6/11/2025 19866 192370
HYDRAULIC MODELING (APR 2025)2,417.50 6/11/2025 19866 192384
HYDRAULIC MODELING (APR 2025)3,908.00 6/11/2025 19866 192383
2063907 640.00 YOGA CLASSES (JUNE 2025) 640.00 6/11/2025 7362 052725
2063874 506.54 ZENNER ZBHLP HYDRANT LOCKS 475.50 6/4/2025 15751 0101680
Total 1,525,103.69
ZEIGH MARCUS 5/27/2025
ZENNER PERFORMANCE METERS INC 5/15/2025
WESSAM HANNOKA 6/18/2025
WOOD RODGERS INC 2063906 9,135.50 4/30/2025
4/30/2025
4/30/2025
4/30/2025
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