Resources Board Approves Revised Funding for Worth Wet Weather Upgrade

The Water Resources Board meeting held on July 22, 2025, addressed several key items, including the approval of a revised budget for a wet weather upgrade project.

During the meeting, no public comments were made, and the board quickly moved through a consent agenda consisting of six items, which was approved unanimously. The minutes from the previous meeting on June 24, 2025, were also accepted without any corrections.

A significant discussion centered on the revised budget for the wet weather upgrade project. A board member presented the need for additional funding due to unforeseen design changes. Initially, the project required eight micropiles for the foundation, but upon further design review, it was determined that additional steel fabricated for the project could not be utilized. This led to the decision to add 20 more micropiles instead, which would expedite the project and avoid delays caused by wet weather.

The revised estimate for this change increased the budget from $54,000 to $157,127. The funding for this increase will come from the project's contingency allowance, which will still leave a remaining balance of $118,358. The board approved the revised budget unanimously.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the board's proactive approach to managing project budgets and timelines, ensuring that necessary upgrades can proceed without significant delays.