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Ramah board approves minutes, administrative manual and equipment purchases; schedules DOT submittal and audit research
Summary
At the March 10, 2026 meeting the Ramah Water & Sanitation District approved routine minutes and an updated Administrative Manual, authorized $1,200 for 10 water meters and $600 for wastewater chemicals, and set follow-ups on a DOT project, auditor solicitations and insurance questions.
The Ramah Water & Sanitation District board approved routine business on March 10, 2026, including adoption of the February meeting minutes and an updated Administrative Manual. Michael Croley moved to approve the minutes and later moved to approve the Administrative Manual; both motions were seconded by Tyson McClelland and passed unanimously.
Operator Flint Tietjen told the board he ordered treatment chemical from USA Bluebook, repaired the wastewater treatment fence and installed a lockable gate, and performed Acequia work at Talan Lewis’s house that will be billed to the Acequia. The board approved Flint’s request to purchase 10 water meters for $1,200 and wastewater-treatment chemicals for $600; Michael Croley moved and Tyson McClelland seconded the motion, which passed with all members present voting in favor.
The secretary presented the bank reconciliation and said Maryah Maki will provide necessary information for DOT Project L600262 to Bill Santiago. The board noted that Bill Santiago replied the cattle guard at Highway 53 and Lambson Street is the responsibility of the district. Flint Tietjen and Debbie Bond will prepare a letter and proposed work and costs for the next DOT project due in March, and the secretary will send the package to the state.
On administrative and planning items, the board discussed soliciting bids for a multi-year auditing contract and directed the secretary to research approved auditors and present options at the April meeting. The chairman reported consulting the bank about short-term investment options such as certificates of deposit; Tyson McClelland will follow up in April. The board also discussed a ‘Clean-up Ramah’ campaign and plans to rent an extra dumpster for June–July.
The chairman asked Ashley with Clay Fultz Insurance to clarify what the workers’ compensation liability coverage from New Mexico Mutual covers; the secretary will report back at the April meeting. Board members briefly discussed drought and fire-danger concerns and were asked to consider ideas for future meetings. With no further business, the board adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
