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Manager reports staffing updates; former board member expresses interest in rejoining utility board

Utility Board · July 8, 2026
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Summary

The manager reported staff absences but said certifications and work are progressing; former board member Steve Eaton has moved back and expressed interest in returning to the utility board. The board set its next meeting for Aug. 12 and adjourned.

During the manager's report, staff (speaker 3) said several employees are out on extended sick leave but overall staffing remains sufficient and multiple employees are pursuing certifications in sewer and water. "Guys are working I got several guys working for different certifications in sewer and water," staff member (speaker 3) said.

Staff also reported that former utility board member Steve Eaton has moved back into the city and indicated he would like to rejoin the board: "Steve Eaton... he has moved back into the city. So he expressed answers if, if we ever have it open, he'd like to come back on utility board," staff member (speaker 3) said. The transcript did not record any formal nomination or appointment during the meeting.

Board members offered positive feedback for staff work on events and operations. Committee member (speaker 1) thanked staff for support of the Freedom Festival and praised the president's leadership. The chair (speaker 2) confirmed the next regular meeting will be Wednesday, Aug. 12, and then adjourned the session.