Josephine Council approves water service territory swap with Nevada Special Utility District

Josephine City Council is poised to approve a significant water service territory swap with the Nevada Special Utility District (SUD) that could streamline utility management for local developments. During the February 10, 2025, meeting, representatives from the law firm Coats Rose presented a proposal to exchange service areas between the two entities.

The proposed swap involves a 50-acre tract owned by Cy Dallas Ventures, currently within Josephine's Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN), and a 47-acre tract owned by Minister Wynne, which falls under Nevada SUD's jurisdiction. This adjustment aims to consolidate utility services for a larger property development that is seeking inclusion in a municipal utility district.

Victor Cristalas, representing the developer, explained that the swap would enhance operational efficiency by aligning the service areas with the overall property development plans. The Nevada SUD is expected to consider the proposal at their next meeting on February 20, following a previous meeting where they lacked a quorum to address the issue.

City staff have already reviewed the proposal and indicated their support, with the developer agreeing to cover all associated costs for the CCN swap petition. This collaborative effort between Josephine and Nevada SUD is seen as a practical solution to ensure both entities maintain equal service areas while facilitating future growth.

As the council prepares to vote on this matter, the outcome could significantly impact local infrastructure and development, paving the way for more cohesive utility management in the region.