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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgendas - Citizens Utility Advisory Commission - Meeting Date: 4/4/2018 6 111 GuTE AGENDA CITIZENS UTILITY ADVISORY.COMMISSION OASIS WATER CAMPUS 7 070 NORTHERN AVE. GLENDALE; ARIZONA 85303 .APRIL 4, 2018. 6:00 P.M. 1. _ CALL TO ORDER . Vice.Chair:Ron Short called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. .2. ROLL CALL Present Vice Chair Short, Commissioners Amber Ford, Robin Berryhill, Paul Smith, and Robert Gehl. • Absent: Chair Jonathan.Liebman Also Present Kerri Logan, Deputy Director, Water Services,Megan Sheldon, Environmental.Program Manager, Water Services;.Katrina Alberty, Administrator,Water Services, Angela Ruffalo, Management Assistant, Water Services; Drew Swieczkowski; Environmental . Program Manager, Water Services 3: . CITIZEN COMMENTS. . - . . If citizens wish to speak ona matter concerning.the Citizens Utility Advisory.Commission that is. not on theprinted agenda, please complete a yellow Citizen Comments Card: If citizens wish to speak on:a matter that is on the agenda, please complete a green Citizen Comments Card:. . . Provide the card(s)to the:designated staff person prior:to the beginning,of the meeting. Once your name is called by the.Chairperson, please proceed to.the podium andstate your name. and address for the record.Please limit your comments to three minutes or less for items not on the agenda and five minutes.or less foritemson the agenda:.. None. . . 4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES a. Citizen Utility Advisory Commission Minutes of March 7, 2018. Motion by Commissioner Ford, second by Commissioner Smith, to approve the March 7, 2018 meeting minutes as written. Motion carried 5—0. 5. DIRECTOR'S REPORT This report allows the Directors'of Field Operations and/or Water Services to update the Commission. The Commission is prohibited from discussing or acting on any of the items presented by the Directors since they are not itemized on the Citizen's Utility Advisory Commission Agenda. Updates presented by: Craig Johnson, P.E., Director, Water Services Updates presented by: Michelle Woytenko, Director, Field Operations Ms. Logan announced that Mr. Craig Johnson, Water Services Director, and Ms. Michelle Woytenko, Field Operations Director, were attending a district meeting this evening. Ms. Logan presented the Director's Report in their stead. Ms. Logan provided a clarification of the new verbiage on the published agenda regarding the Director's Report which states: "The Commission may only acknowledge the contents to this report and is prohibited from discussing or acting on any of the items presented by the Directors since they are not itemized on the Citizen's Utility Advisory Commission Agenda." Ms. Logan explained that the agenda item will not be any different than in the past and Commissioners can ask clarifying questions and hold minimal discussion. Ms. Logan added that if the discussion becomes more in depth, the issue will be agendized for a following meeting for a deeper dive into the topic. Ms. Logan relayed that staff clarified this issue with the legal department. 6. DROUGHT UPDATE Presented by: Drew Swieczkowski, Environmental Program Manager Mr. Swieczkowski gave a presentation on drought conditions, which included the following: Arizona Drought Conditions—What a Difference A Year Makes •Glendale Water Resources— Glendale's Water Portfolio Contains: •Total demand: 42,480 acre-feet •2017 Breakdown: •CAP: 44% •SRP: 43% •Groundwater: 7% • Effluent: 6% •Glendale Water Supply—Volume Acre-Feet (approximate) •SRP Surface Water: 30,000/year •Colorado River Supply: Total of 24,945 •Central Arizona Project: 17,236/year • Long-Term Leases and Assignments: 7,709/year • Reclaimed Water: 7,000/year.(will increase over time) •Modified Roosevelt NCS: 27,250 total potential (actual is 8,000) •Stored Water Credits: 155,000 total (over 3.5 year supply) •Ground Water: 2,796/year for 100 years, non-renewable •Total: Approximately 66,000 acre-feet/year • Potable Water Deliveries •2017: 40,323 •2016: 41,566 •2015: 39,718 •2008 through 2014 were also provided •Current Conditions for Colorado River Supply • Lake Powell • 1/1/2000: 87% Full •4/2/2018: 53% Full • Lake Mead • 1/1/2000: 91% Full •4/2/2018: 41% Full •Current Conditions on the SRP System •Verde River System •4/2018: 31% Full •Salt River System •4/2018: 64% Full •2017 Weather Conditions •2017 started off with a favorable forecast. Major El Nino predictions. • It ended with a thud —The first three months of the year began very optimistically, however, monsoon rainfall was very spotty and the last four months of the year were exceptionally dry. •2017 Precipitation Statistics • Precipitation for each month was displayed. •2017 was the warmest year recorded in history for Phoenix and the second for the state. •The great 2017 Southwest U.S. heatwave smashed hundreds of heat records. •June 20, 2017 reached 119 degrees. •2018 Weather Conditions •2018 started off with very dry conditions. • Dry La Nina conditions are present with some movement towards neutral conditions. El Nino conditions not present. •Colorado River Basin at 60% of normal—6th driest on record. •Salt River Project Watershed at 30% of normal—4th driest on record. • It ended with: • Forecast is for continuing dry conditions throughout the Southwest and Upper Colorado River Basin. • Hope for a strong monsoon and early winter precipitation. •Western U.S. Snow Conditions •Aerial satellite view of one-year difference - February 14, 2017 versus 2018. •https://new.azwater.gov/news/articles/2018-09-03 •Westwide SNOTEL Water Year October 1, 2017 to April 2, 2018 Precipitation of Normal • Map/diagram presented •Three-Month Outlook Precipitation Probability at March 15, 2018: US diagram presented •Current Arizona Drought Conditions •Map indicates: Portions of Arizona are in extreme, severe, and moderate drought currently •Tree Ring Analysis of Past Climate: Analysis from 1906 to 2004 indicated that there are drought cycles. •Shortage Tiers on Lake Mead •Three shortage tiers are prescribed by 2007 Guidelines. They are levels of protection to keep water in Lake Mead. •Arizona and Nevada share Lower Basin shortages under the 2007 Guidelines. No reductions to California. •Mexico voluntarily agrees to accept reductions in its deliveries at the same elevations. •Arizona would be the first state to be reduced due to the CAP. • If a drought reaches beyond Tier 3, the Secretary of the Interior would become involved to keep the lake from going dry. • Lake Mead Elevations •A graph indicated water elevation from 2000 to 2018 was displayed. •There is more water going out of Lake Mead than into it. •At this time, the elevation is nearing Tier 1. •CAP is working on conservation efforts. • Historically, there has been a 9 million acre-feet release from Lake Powell to Lake Mead. However, in a bad year, it has been 8.23 million. Hopefully this year it will be a 9 million acre-feet release. •2017 CAP Priorities and Shortage Tiers— Chart displayed •Colorado River— Chance of Shortage •2018 — No shortage will be declared •2019 —20% chance of shortage •2020 — Greater than 50% chance of shortage • If there is a Colorado River Tier One Shortage, Glendale would declare a stage one drought watch and Glendale will implement the Drought Management Plan. •Glendale's Drought Management Plan •Adopted by the Glendale City Council in 2004 and updated in 2016. •The plan ensures that the City has in place best practices to deal with potential water shortages caused by drought. • In the City Code— Chapter 33. •State statutes established in 2005 require drinking water providers to develop water supply, conservation, and drought plans. • Déjà vu —We've Been Through This Before •City Manager declared a Stage 1 Drought Watch in July 2004 due to conditions on the Salt-Verde watershed. • Increased activities to help City departments and residents save water. •City Manager rescinded the Drought Watch in October 2005. •Glendale's Drought Management Plan • Levels of the Stages 1 through 4, Trigger, City Reduction, Community Reduction were provided. •So What Happens in a Shortage? •Water Service notifies all City departments ASAP. •April: Snowpack data from winter •August: Reservoir projections •CSL activates the Drought Management Team. •City Manager declares a Stage One Drought Watch and implements the Drought Management Plan. •Shortage Impacts to City Operations • Every August, regardless of drought state: Water Services meets with City departments to discuss watershed conditions. • Drought Management Plan Team • Mandatory water use reduction goals for all four stages. •Track and monitor landscape water use at City facilities, e.g. parks, golf, cemetery, right-of-way, etc.) • Restrict turf watering to the night/morning. • Restrict and prohibit winter grass depending on conditions. • Prohibit use of ornamental fountains. •Stage 3 and 4: landscape areas not to exceed landscape water budgets. •Stage 4: restrict turf watering and develop a plan to maintain trees. •Glendale's Water Supply Summary •Glendale has a diverse and strong water portfolio. •Conservation is working and has lowered demands. • Recharge activities creates credits for future use. •Continue to find ways to enhance our supply. • Regional cooperation •West Valley Water Users Association •Arizona Municipal Water Users Association •SRP —there will be a meeting next week regarding the drought •CAP Commissioner Berryhill suggested that this would be the time to put information in the City water bill, the Glendale Star, and the City website regarding the drought and conservation. Vice Chair Short commented on the growth at the area surrounding Loop 303 and noted that the City will not have control over the water in that area. Mr. Swieczkowski stated that there is a conglomeration of small water companies in that area and private water companies are required to have a drought management plan as well. Ms. Logan relayed that Epcor is the largest private water provider in that area and stated that Epcor has been a very responsive partner to the City. Ms. Logan stressed that the drought is a regional issue and all partners need to be on the same team. Mr. Swieczkowski noted that the Arizona legislature was working for six months on potential water legislation, but nothing came to fruition. Ms. Swieczkowski commented that if a shortage occurs, it will be a wake-up call for everyone. Mr. Swieczkowski added that the Arizona Municipal Water Users Association is considering proposing some type of legislation and they have a full-time lobbyist. Commissioner Ford inquired as to the sources for the presentation materials. Mr. Swieczkowski provided general details and Ms. Logan stated that she will send links to the Commissioners. Commissioner Ford suggested earlier enforcement of the Drought Management Plan to be proactive. Mr. Swieczkowski stated that Ms. Joanne Toms' group is working on conservation plans and education. Ms. Logan stated that back in the 90's, residents were used 212 gallons/day on average and now the average is 155 gallons/day. Commissioner Ford wondered if water quality would be impacted during a reduction and Mr. Swieczkowski replied in the negative, stating that his staff is constantly monitoring water quality. Commissioner Ford inquired about water costs in a shortage and Mr. Swieczkowski replied that costs could go up. Commissioner Gehl inquired if there have ever been discussions as to what drought level to bring in effluent drinking water. Mr. Swieczkowski commented that this is called direct potable re-use and the city of El Paso, Texas has implemented this. Mr. Swieczkowski stated that this may be better used in rural areas. Mr. Swieczkowski stated that El Paso did a great public relations campaign prior to implementation and Glendale is at least 10 to 12 years from needing to consider this. Commissioner Berryhill asked if this was the toilet-to-tap concept and Mr. Swieczkowski replied in the positive. Commissioner Berryhill inquired as to use of grey water. Mr. Swieczkowski stated that the grey water rules are dictated by the state and he was not extremely familiar with these rules off hand. Commissioner Berryhill requested that staff send the Commissioners a copy of the City's Drought Management Plan and information on the use of grey water. Ms. Logan will follow up. Commissioner Smith commented that it is not common for houses in the U.S. to have plumbing for grey water. Commissioner Smith relayed that grey water goes into the ground and it must be separately plumbed, which is an extra cost for not much benefit unless it is being used for landscaping. Vice Chair Short thanked Mr. Swieczkowski for an outstanding presentation. 7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Commissioners may suggest items for placement on future meeting agendas. MAY 2, 2018 1. Materials Recycling Facility Update 2. Financial Update 8. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Commissioner Smith asked if there was a chance to tour the water facilities. Ms. Logan will set up a tour for Commissioner Smith. Commissioner Berryhill thanked staff for the presentation and all of the information provided. 9. NEXT MEETING The next regular meeting of the Citizens Utility Advisory Commission will be held on May 2, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., at the Oasis Water Campus, 7070 W. Northern Ave., Glendale, Arizona, 85303. 10. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Gehl, second by Commissioner Berryhill, to adjourn the meeting at 7:30p.m. Motion carried 5— 0. Respectfully submitted, Denise Kazmierczak SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS For special accommodations, please contact Angela Ruffalo at (623) 930-4116 at least three (3) business days prior to the meeting. Hearing impaired persons may use the Arizona Relay Service by dialing 711. Pursuant to A.R.S. 38-431(4), one or more members of the Citizens Utility Advisory Commission may be unable to attend the meeting in person and may participate telephonically. Tn.e. .CA_IZ‘-x--k7(S-k13 Or\ ,2Y�'�L d`-� 7kSSIS+ate 11J Jr SQYvise S