REGULAR MEETING OF THE WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2026 – 4:00 P.M. AUSTIN WATER HEADQUARTERS WALLER CREEK CENTER 625 E 10TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Water and Wastewater Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Vicky Addie, 512-972-0332, vicky.addie@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Chris Maxwell-Gaines, Chair (District 8) Amanda Marzullo (District 3) Alex Navarro (District 2) Shwetha Pandurangi (District 6) Mike Reyes (District 4) Evan Wolstencroft (District 5) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA Marcela Tuñón, Vice Chair (District 9) Vacant (Mayor) Alex Ortiz (District 7) Jesse Penn (District 1) Shannon Trilli (District 10) Speakers signed up to speak at the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Water and Wastewater Commission Regular meeting held January 14, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction services for the Merion Circle Water and Wastewater Pipeline Renewal for Austin Water with Packsaddle Management, LLC/Packsaddle Management, in the amount of $2,044,030 plus a $204,403 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,248,433. Funding: $2,248,433 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction services for the Colony Park Water Pipeline Renewal for Austin Water and Austin Transportation and Public Works with HEI Civil Texas, LLC, in the amount of $7,126,352 plus a $712,636 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $7,838,988. Funding: $7,596,635 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water, $242,353 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Transportation and Public Works. Recommend approval to authorize additional expenditures for the construction contract for the Polybutylene Water Services Replacement Program project for Austin Water with Austin Underground Inc., to increase the amount by $366,015 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $10,800,369. Funding: $366,015 is available in …
WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, January 14, 2026 The Water and Wastewater Commission convened in a regular meeting on January 14, 2026 at Waller Creek Center, 625 E 10th Street, Austin, Texas. Commission Members in Attendance: Amanda Marzullo, Chair Chris Maxwell-Gaines, William Moriarty (remote), Alex Navarro (remote), Alex Ortiz (remote), Shwetha Pandurangi, Mike Reyes, Shannon Trilli (remote), Vice Chair Marcela Tuñón (remote), and Evan Wolstencroft Commission Members Absent: Jesse Penn Chair Maxwell-Gaines called the Water and Wastewater Commission to order at 4:04 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Santiago Tza Wan - Impact of TxDOT’s IH-35 wastewater pipeline relocation on Festival Beach Food Forest Forest Angelina Alanis - Impact of TxDOT’s IH-35 wastewater pipeline relocation on Festival Beach Food APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the December 10, 2025 special called meeting of the Water and Wastewater Commission. The minutes were approved on Commissioner Pandurangi’s motion and Commissioner Marzullo’s second on a 10-0 vote with Commissioner Penn absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION 2. Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction for Upper Harris Branch Wastewater Interceptor - Phase I project with S. J. Louis Construction of Texas LTD, in the amount of $18,814,463.36 plus a $1,881,446.34 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $20,695,909.70. Funding: $20,695,909.70 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Recommended on Commissioner Marzullo’s motion and Commissioner Reyes’ second on a 10-0 vote with Commissioner Penn absent. 3. Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction services for Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor for Austin Water with Williamson Creek Constructors JV in the amount of $125,580,000 plus a $12,558,000 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $138,138,000. Funding: $138,138,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Recommended on Commissioner Wolstencroft’s motion and Commissioner Pandurangi’s second on a 10-0 vote with Commissioner Penn absent. 4. Recommend approval to authorize an amendment to the contract for engineering services for the Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor for Austin Water with CAS Consulting and Services authorizing an additional $7,443,884 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $14,490,600. Funding: $7,443,884 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Page 1 of 3 Recommended on Commissioner Marzullo’s motion and Commissioner Reyes’ second on a 10-0 vote with Commissioner Penn absent. Recommend approval to authorize an amendment to the contract for engineering services for the Travis Heights Reclaimed Water Main project for …
Item 2 Water & Wastewater Commission: February 18, 2026 Council: February 26, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction services for the Merion Circle Water and Wastewater Pipeline Renewal for Austin Water with Packsaddle Management, LLC/Packsaddle Management, in the amount of $2,044,030 plus a $204,403 contingency, for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,248,433. Funding: $2,248,433 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Capital Delivery Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 6100 CLMC1139 for these services. The solicitation published on October 13, 2025, and closed on November 20, 2025. Of the four offers received, the bid submitted by the recommended contractor was the lowest responsive bid received. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=1426 63. MBE / WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 7.82% MBE and 2.18% WBE participation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 18, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The Merion Circle Water and Wastewater Pipeline Renewal project is part of the Renewing Austin Program. This ongoing program replaces and upgrades deteriorated and aging water mains with a documented history of multiple breaks that impact service delivery. The program also includes wastewater lines to be replaced and upgraded due to deterioration and aging. This project consists of repairing and replacing existing water and wastewater mains along Merion Circle, Newport Lane, Langwood Drive, and Barons Court. Water system renewal includes approximately 1,600 linear feet of water main along with service lines to individual properties and associated easement. Wastewater system renewal includes approximately 1,100 linear feet of water main, manholes, and service lines to individual properties. This item includes one allowance, in the amount of $20,000, to address remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater. An allowance is an amount that is specified and included in the construction contract or specifications for a certain items of work when details are not determined at the time of bidding. Item 2 Water & Wastewater Commission: February 18, …
Item 3 Water & Wastewater Commission: February 18, 2026 Council: February 26, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction services for the Colony Park Water Pipeline Renewal for Austin Water and Austin Transportation and Public Works with HEI Civil Texas, LLC, in the amount of $7,126,352 plus a $712,636 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $7,838,988. Funding: $7,596,635 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water, $242,353 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Transportation and Public Works. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Capital Delivery Services. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $7,596,635 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Funding in the amount of $242,353 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Transportation and Public Works. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 6100 CLMC1137 for these services. The solicitation was issued on September 15, 2025, and closed on November 20, 2025. Of the five offers received, the bid submitted by the recommended contractor was the lowest responsive bid received. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=1430 50. MBE / WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 9.03% MBE and 1.82% WBE participation. Additional Backup Information: The Colony Park Water Pipeline Renewal project is part of the Renewing Austin Program. The Renewing Austin Program is an ongoing effort to replace and upgrade deteriorated and aging water mains with a documented history of multiple breaks that impact service delivery. This project consists of replacing existing water mains located within the general area bounded by Loyola Lane, Johnny Morris Road, and Colony Loop Drive. The water system renewal includes fittings and approximately 12,740 linear feet of water main along with service lines to individual properties. The improvements also include the removal of approximately 11,270 linear feet of existing asbestos cement water mains. Roadway improvements to Johnny Morris Road will extend the left turn lane along Johnny Morris from Loyola Lane to the second driveway into Barbara Jordan Elementary School. Item 3 Water & Wastewater Commission: February 18, 2026 Council: February 26, 2026 Due to the potential for encountering unknown …
Item 4 Water & Wastewater Commission: February 18, 2026 Council: February 26, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize additional expenditures for the construction contract for the Polybutylene Water Services Replacement Program project for Austin Water with Austin Underground Inc., to increase the amount by $366,015 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $10,800,369. Funding: $366,015 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Capital Delivery Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Procurement Language: Additional Authorization. MBE / WBE: This contract was awarded in compliance with Austin City Code 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). Current participation to date is 94.73% MBE and 0.00% WBE. Prior Council Action: December 9, 2021 – Council approved a contract with Austin Underground, Inc. for the Polybutylene Water Services Replacement Program project. March 27, 2025 – Council approved additional 10% contingency for the Polybutylene Water Services Replacement Program project. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 18, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Water’s (AW) distribution system is large and complex, consisting of approximately 3,900 miles of water mains and serving approximately one million customers. Distribution system assets require ongoing repair and replacement to prevent leaks and loss of valuable treated water because of deterioration due to environmental conditions and aging. Due to unexpected conditions encountered during construction, the need to repave roads with higher quality asphalt, and additional field-verified deviations with existing utilities; the project’s contingency funds have been depleted. The original Council authorization allowed for a 10% contingency to cover unknown risks associated with the project. It is anticipated that the current 20% contingency limit and administrative authority of $66,000, will not be sufficient for the project based on change orders currently under consideration related to the required project scope of work. A 4.24% additional contingency is requested to ensure a timely and efficient change order processing for a successful project completion. Approval of this request will increase the total project contingency plus Administrative Authority to 25%. Item 4 Water & Wastewater Commission: February 18, 2026 Council: February 26, 2026 Water service lines made of polybutylene or polyethylene fail at a much higher rate compared to other materials such as copper or high-density polyethylene. Failure rates for polybutylene or polyethylene pipes …
Item 5 Water & Wastewater Commission: February 18, 2026 Council: February 26, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for catalog parts, supplies, and repair services for Austin Water with Environmental Improvements Inc., for an initial term of two years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $1,850,000. Funding: $246,667 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $246,667 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Sole Source. MBE/WBE: Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 18, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Austin Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: This contract will provide the City with essential equipment for pump, motor parts, and repair services from DeZurik, Watson Marlow, Rotork, Saf-T-Flo, Moyno, Huber Tech, Hayward Gordon, Halogen, Evoqua, Integrity, and Pure Air manufactures for water and wastewater operations. These parts and services are vital for preventing system failures and ensuring reliable infrastructure performance. Environmental Improvement (EI²) is the sole authorized distributor and service provider representative for these key manufacturers. If the contract is not approved, procurement timelines would increase significantly, leading to extended downtime for critical equipment. Contract Details: Contract Term Initial Term Optional Extension 1 Optional Extension 2 Optional Extension 3 Total Length of Term 2 years 1 year 1 year 1 year 5 years Contract Authorization $740,000 $370,000 $370,000 $370,000 $1,850,000 Note: Contract Authorization amounts are based on the City’s estimated annual usage.
Item 6 Water & Wastewater Commission: February 18, 2026 Council: February 26, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for liquid phosphate for Austin Water with Shannon Chemical Corp., for an initial term of two years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $5,000,000. Funding: $666,667 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $666,667 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 2200 JRN1041 for these goods. The solicitation was published on September 22, 2025, and closed on October 23, 2025. Of the four offers received, the bid submitted by the recommended contractor was the lowest responsive bid received. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=1431 70. MBE/WBE: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2- 9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the goods required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Additional Backup Information: This contract will provide a continuous supply of liquid phosphate to Austin Water's drinking water treatment plants. The phosphate functions by removing calcium and magnesium ions, which are naturally present in the raw water supply and are primary contributors to scale formation. The addition of liquid phosphate during the water treatment process helps preserve the integrity and efficiency of the distribution system by preventing scale buildup that can lead to restricted water flow, reduced pipe capacity, and increased maintenance and operational costs. This contract will replace the current contract, which expires on May 31, 2028. The City is resoliciting early due to increased costs. Requested authorization is based on historical spending and departmental estimates of future needs. The recommended contractor is not the current provider for these goods. Without the routine application of liquid phosphate, scale would accumulate significantly over time, negatively impacting water quality, increasing the risk of service interruptions, and accelerating the degradation of the …
Item 7 Water & Wastewater Commission: February 18, 2026 Council: February 26, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval of Service Extension Request No. 6290 for wastewater service to a 2.85-acre tract located at 1107 Castle Ridge Road within the Drinking Water Protection Zone, the City’s 2-mile Extra- Territorial Jurisdiction and Austin Water’s wastewater service area. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact. The property owner will pay the related infrastructure costs to connect to Austin Water’s wastewater system. ..De Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note This item has no fiscal impact. The property owner will pay the related infrastructure costs to connect to Austin Water’s wastewater system Prior Council Action: October 10, 2024 – Council approved Service Extension Request No. 5845 on consent, but this approval expired on April 8, 2025. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: September 4, 2024 – Not recommended by the Environmental Commission on a vote of 7-1 with Commissioner Nickels voting against the motion to deny the Service Extension Request and Commissioners Cofer and Schiera absent. September 11, 2024 - Water and Wastewater Commission’s motion to recommend approval received five affirmative votes and one dissenting vote. The motion failed for lack of a six-vote affirmative majority on Commissioner Reyes’ motion to approve, Commissioner Penn's second, and with Commissioner Moriarty voting no. Commissioners Turrieta, Musgrove, and Sion were absent and there were two vacancies. January 28, 2026 – Not recommended by the Environmental Commission on a vote of 7-0 with Commissioners Kruger, Fierro, Luecke, and Morrison absent. February 18, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The 1107 Castle Ridge Road project consists of approximately 2.85 acres (Property). The Property is located entirely within the City’s 2-mile Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction, Impact Fee Boundary, Austin Water’s service area for wastewater, the Drinking Water Protection Zone, and the Barton Creek Watershed. A map of the property location is attached. The proposed project is identical to the project that Council approved on October 10, 2024 as wastewater SER-5845 and which subsequently expired on April 8, 2025. Owner: Parkside Homes, LLC (Owner) is proposing to develop three single-family homes. The Owner requested that the City provide retail wastewater service to the Property and Austin Water has determined the service requirements as proposed in Service Extension Request (SER) No. 6290. Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10 will provide retail water service to …
Item 8 Water & Wastewater Commission: February 18, 2026 Council: March 12, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize negotiation and execution of the extension of a contract with Shady Hollow Municipal Utility District (District) for the City to provide wholesale water and wastewater services to the District. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact. No significant terms changes are anticipated for this proposed contract extension. ..De Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note This item has no fiscal impact. No significant terms changes are anticipated for this proposed contract extension. Prior Council Action: May 21, 2020 - City Council approved Resolution No. 20200521-010 relating to negotiation of an amendment of the City's Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA) with the District. . October 15, 2020 - City Council authorized negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement with the District for the transfer of the District’s former water and wastewater system back to the District with reimbursement to the City in the amount of $714,387 for costs related to improvements to the system, and additional consideration to the City provided in related agreements with the District. December 10, 2020 - Council authorized negotiation and execution of a contract with the District for the City to provide wholesale water and wastewater services to the District. For More Information: Inquiries should be directed to Vicky Addie, 512-972-0332 or vicky.addie@austintexas.gov. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: February 18, 2026 - to be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: In 1980 the City granted consent to the creation of the Shady Hollow Municipal Utility District in order to facilitate development of the area. Terms and conditions contained in a consent agreement and provisions of related agreements between the City and the District indicate that as the area developed, the parties anticipated the District would become part of the City through annexation. In September 1980 the City and the Shady Hollow Municipal Utility District (District), previously known as Southwest Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 1, entered into an agreement for the City to provide wholesale drinking water service to the District. The parties entered into a subsequent agreement for the City to provide wholesale wastewater service in October 1993, with an amendment executed in April 1996. In accordance with the terms of the 2013 Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA), the City began providing retail water and wastewater service in April 2018 to approximately …
Austin Water Emergency Management & Preparedness Water & Wastewater Commission February 18, 2026 Agenda All Hazards Emergency Management Richard Beaman Emergency Management Division Manager, Austin Water Emergency Communications Amy Petri Interim Chief of Staff, Austin Water Winter Preparedness Activities Stephanie Sue Water Treatment Operations Manager, Austin Water 2 All Hazards Emergency Management Richard Beaman Emergency Management Division Manager, Austin Water Continuous Emergency Management VEOCI software used for daily reporting, as well as routine and emergency incident tracking. AW pioneered use of VEOCI and is now used by other City departments. Facility all-hazards check-lists and Continuity of Operations Plans posted and accessible in VEOCI. 4 Continuous Emergency Management Multiple emergency tabletop exercises are organized and held in partnership with other City departments and agencies. Monthly emergency notification, life safety plan, shelter in place and/or emergency evacuation drills are conducted throughout our system. Department Operations Center emergency activation thresholds are set and monitored continuously. 5 Incident Management Team Incident Management Team Three rotating shifts during emergency activations; designated staff on call 24/7 during normal operations. 34 positions can be filled by 196 trained staff. Clearly defined roles for all positions. Incident Command System Training Online and in-person Role specific Hosting and instructing FEMA ICS-300 (Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents) classes in February, April, and July 6 Operational Readiness Water treatment plants maintain a baseline capacity of 235 MGD for operational and system readiness. Equipment, materials, and people staged ahead of incoming weather. Generators are in place at critical facilities, with emergency backup generator contracts that can be called in immediately. Plans, supplies and equipment are in place for community-wide potable water distribution. Pre-designation of critical and essential personnel; emergency operations procedures and schedules in place. 7 Emergency Supplies Hub Warehouse Equipped for Incidents and Emergencies Shelter in place supplies for staff: cots, blankets, meals ready to eat, bottled water, and hygiene kits Emergency water distribution supplies for customers: bottled water, water totes, fire hydrant adaptors Two Potable Water Trucks Bottled Water Contracts Ready Local vendor with supply on hand Second vendor for multiple truck load shipments 8 Employee Preparedness All hazard training and safety briefings Personal protective equipment provided - coats, gloves, head cover, and other durable clothing Warming and cooling stations Weather forecast …
Water Management Strategy Implementation REPORT Fourth Quarter 2025, October - December February 2026 Contents Fourth Quarter Summary Water Conservation Updates Water Loss Reduction Updates Reclaimed Water and Onsite Reuse Updates Conservation Outreach Updates Water Supply Project Updates Water Use and GPCD Notes Regarding Data 2 Fourth Quarter Summary The Water Management Strategy Implementation Report is intended to provide transparency and accountability regarding the execution of strategies from the 2024 Water Conservation Plan and the 2024 Water Forward Plan. The plans include proactive and substantial demand management strategies and innovative local supply strategies, but the hard work necessary to complete the strategies and meet the goals are illustrated in the implementation reports. While the combined water storage in Lakes Buchanan and Travis stayed about 80 percent full throughout the fourth quarter of 2025, Central Texas entered moderate and severe levels of hydrologic drought and remained throughout the quarter. These dry conditions resulted in summer-like water use levels in October before lessening in November. 3 Water Conservation Updates Annual WaterWise Irrigation Program seminar was held on November 6, 2025. Over 130 irrigators and landscapers attended the seminar to learn about landscaping and irrigation. Irrigation inspection anniversary – since October 2024, 1,600 new residential automatic irrigation systems have been inspected to meet State and Austin regulations, providing more efficient and effective landscape irrigation. In 2025, customers saved over 30 million gallons from rebate programs, the highest in 5 years. 4 Water Conservation Metrics Residential Rebate Programs Approved Rebates 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Drought Survival Tools Irrigation Upgrades Rainwater Harvesting Rebates WaterWise Landscape WaterWise Rainscape Other Residential Programs Q4 2024-Q3 2025 Q4 2025 5 Water Conservation Metrics Commercial Rebate Programs Approved Rebates 5 4 3 2 1 0 4 4 3 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 Bucks for Business Other Commercial Programs Q4 2024-Q3 2025 Q4 2025 6 Water Conservation Metrics Compliance Assessments Number of Compliant Commercial Facilities 86% 3,500 3,000 2,500 2,000 1,500 1,000 500 0 Number of Compliant Commercial Facilities 85% 96% 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 Landscape Irrigation Assessment Cooling Tower Assessment Vehicle Wash Assessment Q4 2024-Q3 2025 Q4 2025 Q4 2024-Q3 2025 Q4 2025 7 Water Conservation Strategy Milestones (Water Conservation Plan, p. 35-36, Water Forward Plan, p. 34, 36) 2025 Milestones Commercial Incentives Progress Pilot an …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2026 – 4:00 P.M. AUSTIN WATER HEADQUARTERS WALLER CREEK CENTER 625 E 10TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Water and Wastewater Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Vicky Addie, 512-972-0332, vicky.addie@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Chris Maxwell-Gaines, Chair (District 8) Amanda Marzullo (District 3) Alex Navarro (District 2) Shwetha Pandurangi (District 6) Mike Reyes (District 4) Evan Wolstencroft (District 5) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA Marcela Tuñón, Vice Chair (District 9) William Moriarty (Mayor) Alex Ortiz (District 7) Jesse Penn (District 1) Shannon Trilli (District 10) Speakers signed up to speak at the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Water and Wastewater Commission Regular meeting held December 10, 2025. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction for Upper Harris Branch Wastewater Interceptor - Phase I project with S. J. Louis Construction of Texas LTD, in the amount of $18,814,463.36 plus a $1,881,446.34 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $20,695,909.70. Funding: $20,695,909.70 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction services for Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor for Austin Water with Williamson Creek Constructors JV in the amount of $125,580,000 plus a $12,558,000 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $138,138,000. Funding: $138,138,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Recommend approval to authorize an amendment to the contract for engineering services for the Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor for Austin Water with CAS Consulting and Services authorizing an additional $7,443,884 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $14,490,600. Funding: $7,443,884 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Recommend approval to authorize an amendment to the contract for engineering services for …
WATER AND WASTEWATER COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, December 10, 2025 The Water and Wastewater Commission convened in a regular meeting on December 10, 2025 at Waller Creek Center, 625 E 10th Street, Austin, Texas. Commission Members in Attendance: Amanda Marzullo (remote), Chair Chris Maxwell-Gaines, William Moriarty (remote), Shwetha Pandurangi, Jesse Penn (remote), Mike Reyes (remote), Shannon Trilli (remote), Vice Chair Marcela Tuñón, and Evan Wolstencroft Commission Members Absent: Alex Navarro and Alex Ortiz Chair Maxwell-Gaines called the Water and Wastewater Commission to order at 4:02 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the November 20, 2025 special called meeting of the Water and Wastewater Commission. The minutes were approved on Vice Chair Tuñón’s motion and Commissioner Pandurangi’s second on a 7-0 vote with Commissioners Trilli and Marzullo off the dais and Commissioners Navarro and Ortiz absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION 2. Recommend authorization of recurring exempted procurements under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 252 for utility locator notification services for Austin Water with Texas Excavation Safety System Inc. d/b/a Texas811, in a total amount not to exceed $200,000. Funding: $200,000 is available in the FY 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Recommended on Commissioner Wolstencroft’s motion and Commissioner Tuñón’s second on a 7-0 vote with Commissioners Trilli and Marzullo off the dais and Commissioners Navarro and Ortiz absent. STAFF BRIEFINGS 3. Staff briefing regarding Austin Water Strategic Plan Update. Austin Water Enterprise Strategic Planning Manager Allison Orton Sprigg presented and answered questions. 4. Staff briefing regarding Water Forward 2024 Water Supply Strategies including aquifer storage and recovery and other water supply projects. Austin Water Resources Team Supervisor Marisa Flores-Gonzalez presented and answered questions along with Austin Water Director Shay Ralls Roalson. 5. Staff briefing regarding Update on Austin Water’s Water Distribution System Water Loss and Mitigation. Austin Water Pipeline Engineering and Operations Support Division Manager Matt Cullen presented and answered questions along with Austin Water Assistant Director Charles Celauro and Austin Water Director Shay Ralls Roalson. Page 1 of 2 COMMITTEE UPDATES 6. Update the Joint Sustainability Committee October 22, 2025 and November 19, 2025 meetings regarding conservation and sustainability initiatives. – Chair Maxwell-Gaines provided an update. 7. Update from the Austin Integrated Water Resource Planning Community Task Force December 9, 2025 meeting regarding Water Forward Plan implementation. – Commissioner William Moriarty provided an update. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Pandurangi requested quarterly updates on …
Item 2 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction for Upper Harris Branch Wastewater Interceptor - Phase 1 project for Austin Water with S. J. Louis Construction of Texas LTD, in the amount of $18,814,464 plus a $1,881,447 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $20,695,910. Funding: $20,695,910 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Capital Delivery Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 6100 CLMC1132 for these services. The solicitation was issued on August 4, 2025, and closed on October 9, 2025. Of the eleven offers received, the bid submitted by the recommended contractor was the lowest responsive bid received. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=142959. MBE / WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 5.74% MBE and 1.14% WBE participation. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Water’s collection system is a large and complex system, consisting of approximately 3,000 miles of wastewater mains and serving approximately 1 million customers, and is fundamental for the transfer of wastewater to Austin Water’s treatment plants. The Upper Harris Branch Wastewater Interceptor - Phase 1 project will construct the first section of a new wastewater line that provides gravity relief to the Dessau Wastewater Treatment Plant and multiple lift stations in the Harris Branch basin, enhancing wastewater service to properties in the area. Work includes approximately 10,100 linear feet of new wastewater lines with approximately 3,300 linear feet being installed by trenchless methods. Work includes connections to existing manholes, stormwater improvements, pedestrian and vehicular traffic control, trench safety standards, erosion control, tree protection, and vegetative restoration. These improvements combined with a future Phase 2 wastewater interceptor project will allow the abandonment of the Dessau Wastewater Treatment Plant and multiple lift stations. Item 2 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Due to the potential for …
Item 3 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for construction services for Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor for Austin Water with Williamson Creek Constructors JV in the amount of $125,580,000 plus a $12,558,000 contingency for a total contract amount not to exceed $138,138,000. Funding: $138,138,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Capital Delivery Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued a Competitive Sealed Proposal solicitation CSP 6100 CLMB342 for these services. The solicitation was published on June 30, 2025, and closed on October 14, 2025. Of the four offers received, the proposal submitted by the recommended contractor submitted the best value to the City based on the solicitation's evaluation criteria. A complete solicitation package, including a log of offers received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=138666 . MBE / WBE: This contract will be awarded in compliance with City Code Chapter 2-9A (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program) by meeting the goals with 9.04% MBE and 1.48% WBE participation. Prior Council Action: May 4, 2023 – Council authorized use of Competitive Sealed Proposal Method of contracting as the type of Alternative Delivery Method, Item 8, Resolution No. 20230504-008 Approved on Consent without objection. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The wastewater collection system is essential for conveying wastewater to the treatment plants. Due to growth in Austin and material degradation from the harsh wastewater environment, existing collection system assets require repair and replacement. The Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor project will replace an existing wastewater pipeline along and near Williamson Creek and includes the construction of approximately 18,800 linear feet of a new 72-inch diameter gravity interceptor. This project will be utilizing trenchless construction methods with the large majority of the installation being completed as a tunnel. The project also includes the construction of a new biological odor control facility, where feasible the removal of the existing wastewater infrastructure that is being abandoned, environmental restoration of any affected project areas, and the conveyance of four acres to Austin Park and Recreation as well as an additional …
Item 4 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize an amendment to the contract for engineering services for the Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor for Austin Water with CAS Consulting and Services, Inc., in the amount of $7,443,884 for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $14,490,600. Funding: $7,443,884 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Capital Delivery Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Procurement Language: Contract Amendment. MBE / WBE: This contract was previously awarded in compliance with City Code 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). Current participation to date is 70.14% MBE and 6.24% WBE. Prior Council Action: May 30, 2024 – Council approved an amendment for additional services to the professional services agreement with CAS Consulting and Services, Inc., for the Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor. August 8, 2019 – Council approved an amendment for additional services to the professional services agreement with CAS Consulting and Services, Inc., for the Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor. August 4, 2016 – Council approved a professional service agreement with CAS Consulting and Services, Inc. for the Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. May 8, 2024 – Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on a 7-0 vote with Commissioners Penn, Angoori, Musgrove and Tuñón Sion absent. July 10, 2019 – Recommended by the Water & Wastewater Commission on a 6-5 vote with Commissioners Turrieta, Michel, and Williams absent, and Commissioners Lee and Penn recusing. July 13, 2016 – Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on a 7-0 vote with Commissioners Blanding, Parker, and Penn absent and Commissioner Turrieta recusing. Item 4 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Additional Backup Information: This amendment will provide funding for services to perform the construction phase engineering services, specialty inspections, and close-out services for Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor project. The previous City Council authorization provided for preliminary, design and bid phase engineering services. Parts of the construction will be in City Parkland. Williamson Creek Greenbelt trails will also be temporarily affected in certain areas along the creek, thus restricting public access and use during that time. All disturbed areas will be …
Item 5 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize an amendment to the contract for engineering services for the Travis Heights Reclaimed Water Main project for Austin Water with CAS Consulting and Services, Inc., in the amount of $265,332. for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $985,418. Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Managing Department Austin Capital Delivery Services. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Procurement Language: Contract Amendment. MBE / WBE: This contract was previously awarded in compliance with City Code 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women- Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). Current participation to date is 78.43% MBE and 12.10% WBE. Prior Council Action: April 23, 2020 – Council approved a professional service agreement with CAS Consulting and Services, Inc. for the Travis Heights Reclaimed Water Main. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Austin Water and Wastewater Commission. April 10, 2020 - Recommended by the Water and Wastewater Commission on Commissioner Turrieta’s Motion and Vice-Chair Castleberry’s 2nd on a 6-0-3-2 vote with Commissioners Lee, Michel and Penn recusing and Commissioners Parton and Schmitt absent. Additional Backup Information: The Travis Heights Reclaimed Water Line project was identified in Austin Water’s 2011 Reclaimed Water Infrastructure Master Plan Update and the 2013 Completing the Core plan as construction projects necessary to complete a core loop through downtown Austin. Completing the core loop interconnects Austin Water’s reclaimed water systems north and south of the Colorado River, adds customers, and builds economies of scale. To minimize risk of service interruptions to current and future reclaimed water customers, it is important to provide redundancy. This amendment is for CAS Consulting and Services construction phase and post-construction phase services. These services will help ensure that this new Austin Water asset meets the project’s design intent and specifications. Item 5 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 This project proposes temporary and long-term lane closures and detours during construction of the reclaimed water mains. The contractor will install appropriate traffic detour signs and barricades to direct traffic and will work to ensure that residents and businesses always have access to their driveways. Customers will be notified at least 48 hours in advance of planned service interruptions. …
Item 6 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for IBAK parts and repairs for equipment used to inspect and investigate sanitary sewer collections systems for Austin Water with Industrial Disposal Supply Co, LLC DBA Industrial Disposal Supply Co., for an initial term of three years with up to two additional one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $515,915. Funding: $77,387 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $77,387 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Sole Source. MBE/WBE: Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Austin Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide the City with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts and repair services for IBAK equipment. It aims to expedite repairs of crucial closed-circuit television inspection equipment used for inspecting and investigating Austin Water's entire sanitary sewer collections systems. This will help reduce sanitary sewer overflows and service interruptions. Industrial Disposal Supply Co is the sole authorized dealer for IBAK equipment parts and services in Texas. This contract replaces a contract that expired October 10, 2025, as the previous vendor lost their exclusive rights to sell and repair IBAK equipment. The requested authorization amount for this new contract was determined based on departmental estimates, historical spending, and a modest annual increase to account for an expected rise in repairs due to aging equipment. If the City is unable to secure this contract, downtime will be increased hindering adequate maintenance of the collection system, risking failures in the sanitary sewer collection system and potentially endangering public health and safety. Item 6 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Contract Details: Contract Term Initial Term Optional Extension 1 Optional Extension 2 Total Length of Term 3 years 1 year 1 year 5 years Contract Authorization $309,549 $103,183 $103,183 $515,915 Note: Contract …
Item 7 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for grease, seals, and O-rings for Austin Water with A W Chesterton Co., for an initial term of three years with up to two one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $550,000. Funding: $91,667 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $91,667 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Sole Source. MBE/WBE: Sole source contracts are exempt from the City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program); therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide Chesterton grease, seals, and O-rings for Austin Water’s water and wastewater treatment plants. These parts are essential for routine maintenance to prevent failures of bearings, shafts, and mechanical seals. In addition, the grease used for the bearings of the flocculators is an exclusive Chesterton product, proven to reduce equipment failures and ensure reliable plant operations. A W Chesterton Co is the sole provider of Chesterton grease, seals and O-rings. Chesterton Texas is a direct operation of the A W Chesterton Co and has exclusive rights to all accounts in a specific part of the State of Texas. The City of Austin is located within that territory. A W Chesterton Co is the current provider of these services. The contract will replace a contract which expires January 18, 2026. The requested authorization is based on historical spending and departmental estimates of future needs. If a contract is not approved, it would limit access to these proprietary parts and materials, resulting in potential equipment failures and operational disruptions in Austin Water’s treatment plants. Item 7 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Contract Details: Contract Term Initial Term Optional Extension 1 Optional Extension 2 Total Length of Term 3 years 1 year 1 year 5 years Contract Authorization $330,000 $110,000 $110,000 $550,000 Note: Contract Authorization amounts are based …
Item 8 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize five contracts for grounds maintenance and mowing services at Austin Water remote sites for Austin Water with Anthony Onalaja d/b/a Raider power lawn care LLC d/b/a Raider power commercial services, Fanar 1 Enterprise LLC d/b/a Fanar 1 Enterprise, Grass Works Lawn Care LLC d/b/a Ferris Mycue, Green Dream Lawns, and Incircle Management Inc. d/b/a Incircle Management for an initial term of two years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $1,800,000. Funding: $240,000 is available in the operating budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $240,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. MBE/WBE: Note: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the services required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. However, two of the recommended contractors identified subcontracting opportunities. Prior Council Action: Austin Financial Services issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) 2200 MAS1001REBID for these services. The solicitation was published on September 22, 2025, and closed on October 21, 2025. Of the 16 offers received, the bids submitted by the recommended contractors were the lowest responsive bids received. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website, . This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=143048 . Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: These contracts will be used by Austin Water to provide routine mowing and grounds maintenance services at approximately 370 pump stations, lift stations, remote sites, and wildland locations. These sites, most of which are small, secluded, and secured, require mowing, trimming/edging, debris and trash removal, hedge and tree pruning, and security fence clearing to maintain safe access and ensure compliance with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations. Additionally, the terrain often requires more robust equipment for maintenance. In contrast, landscaping for City building …
Item 9 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize a contract for liquid ferrous chloride and liquid ferric chloride for Austin Water with Pencco Inc, for an initial term of two years with up to three one-year extension options in an amount not to exceed $3,700,000. Funding: $555,000 is available in the Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. ..Body Lead Department Austin Financial Services. Client Department(s) Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding in the amount of $555,000 is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Water. Funding for the remaining contract term is contingent upon available funding in future budgets. Procurement Language: Austin Financial Services issued an Invitation for Bids solicitation IFB 2200 JRN1039REBID for these goods. The solicitation published on September 8, 2025, and closed on October 2, 2025. Of the four offers received, the bids submitted by the recommended contractor were the lowest responsive bids received. A complete solicitation package, including a tabulation of the bids received, is available for viewing on the City’s website. This information can currently be found at https://financeonline.austintexas.gov/afo/account_services/solicitation/solicitation_details.cfm?sid=143125 . MBE/WBE: This solicitation was reviewed for subcontracting opportunities in accordance with City Code Chapter 2-9B (Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Procurement Program). For the goods required for this solicitation, there were no subcontracting opportunities; therefore, no subcontracting goals were established. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 - To be reviewed by the Austin Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The contract will provide a supply of liquid ferrous chloride and liquid ferric chloride to be used at the Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant to aid in the process of odor control. The chemicals will reduce hydrogen sulfide gases in working areas and around the plant. They will also reduce corrosion rates on both mechanical and electrical equipment in the bar-screen and thickener building. This contract will replace the current contract, which expires March 9, 2026. Requested authorization is based on historical spending and departmental estimates of future needs. The recommended contractor is the current provider for these goods. If a contract is not secured, it could lead to an increase in citizen odor complaints as well as problems with dewatering the sludge. Item 9 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, …
Item 10 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement with the cities of Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander for the reimbursement of costs related to the expansion and rehabilitation of a portion of the Brushy Creek Interceptor of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System, with the City's share of funding not to exceed $1,400,000. Funding: $1,400,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. ..De Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note $1,400,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Prior Council Action: July 23, 2009 - Council approved an interlocal agreement to purchase the City’s share of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System from the Lower Colorado River Authority. September 22, 2011 - Council approved an agreement with the Brazos River Authority for the operation and maintenance of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System. March 6, 2014 - Council approved an interlocal agreement with the Cities of Round Rock, Leander, and Cedar Park concerning the capacity, operation, maintenance, and improvements to the Southwest Interceptor of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System. May 18, 2017 - Council approved negotiation and execution of interlocal agreements with the cities of Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander for the reimbursement of costs related to the expansion of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System. May 7, 2020 - Council approved negotiation and execution of an amendment to the agreement with the cities of Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander to increase Austin’s reimbursement share related to the expansion of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System. March 21, 2024 – Council approved negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement with the cities of Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander for the reimbursement of costs related to the expansion of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System. December 12, 2024 – Council approved negotiation and execution of an interlocal agreement with the cities of Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Leander for the reimbursement of costs related to the rehabilitation of the East Wastewater Treatment Plant of the Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 - to be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The Brushy Creek Regional Wastewater System (Brushy Creek System) is a wastewater system located in southern Williamson County. The cities of Austin, …
Item 11 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval to authorize negotiation and execution of a cost participation agreement with Lennar Homes of Texas, Inc. for the City to reimburse the developer an amount not to exceed $568,225 for design and construction costs associated with a water main and appurtenances related to Service Extension Request No. 5002 that will provide water service to a proposed single-family development located on FM 812, east of Highway 183 and west of FM 973. Funding: $568,225 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. ..De Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding: $568,225 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The Wong Tract project consists of approximately 123 acres of land located on FM 812, east of Highway 183 and west of FM 973 (Property). The Property is located entirely within the City’s two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction, Impact Fee Boundary, Austin Water’s service area, the Desired Development Zone, and the Cottonmouth and North Fork Watersheds. A map of the property location is attached. Lennar Homes of Texas, Inc. (Owner) is proposing to develop approximately 774 single-family homes and an amenity center. The Owner requested that the City provide water utility service to the Property as proposed in Service Extension Request (SER) No. 5002. Austin Water will also provide retail wastewater service to the Property as proposed in SER No. 5003. In accordance with City Code Chapter 25-9, the City has asked the Owner to oversize the water main to serve additional properties within the Central South water pressure zone consistent with the City’s long range planning goals for this area. If approved by City Council, the City will cost participate in this construction project only to the extent of the City’s proportionate share of the oversized main. The proposed oversized improvements include construction of approximately 4,570 feet of 16-inch water main from the existing 6-inch water main in FM 812, northwest along FM 812 to the existing 16-inch water main also located in FM 812. The City will reimburse the Owner for an overall total amount not to exceed $568,225 for hard costs and soft costs. Hard costs include, but are not limited to, construction and materials. Soft costs include, but …
Item 12 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 ..Title Posting Language Recommend approval to authorize negotiation and execution of a cost participation agreement with Lennar Homes of Texas, Inc. for the City to reimburse the developer an amount not to exceed $3,881,210 for design and construction costs associated with oversizing a wastewater lift station, force main, and gravity wastewater main and appurtenances related to Service Extension Request No. 5003 that will provide wastewater service to a proposed single-family development located on FM 812, east of Highway 183 and west of FM 973. Funding: $3,881,210 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. ..De Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding: $3,881,210 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: The Wong Tract project consists of approximately 123 acres of land located on FM 812, east of Highway 183 and west of FM 973 (Property). The Property is located entirely within the City’s two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction, Impact Fee Boundary, Austin Water’s service area, the Desired Development Zone, and the Cottonmouth and North Fork Watersheds. A map of the property location is attached. Lennar Homes of Texas, Inc. (Owner) is proposing to develop approximately 774 single-family homes and an amenity center. The Owner requested that the City provide wastewater utility service to the Property as proposed in Service Extension Request (SER) No. 5003. Austin Water will also provide retail water service to the Property as proposed in SER No. 5002. In accordance with City Code Chapter 25-9, the City has asked the Owner to oversize the gravity wastewater main, lift station, and force main to serve additional properties within the North Fork drainage basin consistent with the City’s long range planning goals for this area. If approved by City Council, the City will cost participate in this construction project only to the extent of the City’s proportionate share of the oversized gravity wastewater main, lift station, and force main. The proposed oversized improvements include construction of: • • • approximately 4,810 feet of 24-inch gravity wastewater main from the existing 15-inch gravity wastewater main located north of the Property in FM 973, south-southwest along FM 973, and then north-northwest along FM 812 to the Property approximately 3,355 feet of force main from the …
Item 13 Water & Wastewater Commission: January 14, 2026 Council: January 22, 2026 Posting Language ..Title Recommend approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for and accept funding from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) for a zero-interest loan in the amount not to exceed $3,500,000 through the TWDB Flood Infrastructure Fund (FIF) Program for the Fallwell Lane Capital Renewal Project. Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. ..De Lead Department Austin Water. Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water. Prior Council Action: November 21, 2024 - Council approved an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Delivery Services Special Revenue Fund (Ordinance No. 20240814-007) to accept and appropriate $50,000,000 in grant funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency through the Texas Department of Emergency Management and amending the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Delivery Services Capital Budget (Ordinance No. 20240814-007) to transfer in and appropriate $50,000,000 for the South Austin Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant/Sand Hill Energy Center Flood Mitigation project May 2, 2024 – Council authorized negotiation and execution of an amendment to the professional services contract for engineering services for the Fallwell Lane Capital Renewal project with Halff Associates, Inc., in the amount of $5,500,000, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $9,000,000. Nov 2, 2023 – Council approved an amendment to a contract for engineering services for the Fallwell Lane Capital Renewal with Halff Associates, Inc. to increase the amount by $500,000, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $3,500,000 May 19, 2022 – Council approved a resolution authorizing the submittal of the Fallwell Lane, Sand Hill Energy Center, and the South Austin Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Access and Flood Potential Mitigation projects as candidates for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant programs. August 3, 2017 – Council authorized negotiation and execution of a professional services agreement with Halff Associations, Inc. (staff recommendation), or one of the other qualified responders to the Request for Qualifications Solicitation No. CLMP225, to provide engineering services for the Fallwell Lane Capital Renewal Project for a total contract amount not to exceed $3,000,000. Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: January 14, 2026 – To be reviewed by the Water and Wastewater Commission. Additional Backup Information: Floodwaters caused significant damage to Fallwell Lane on October 31, 2013, and again on October 30, 2015. This road serves …
Williamson Creek Wastewater Interceptor Project Kane Wei, P.E. Austin Water Supervising Engineer Water & Wastewater Commission January 14, 2026 Agenda Agenda Project Overview Routing Requirements Neighborhood Partnership Parks and Recreation Partnership Watershed Protection Partnership Summary 2 Project Overview 18,800+ linear feet of 72-inch diameter gravity wastewater interceptor installed using a two-pass tunneling method Project drivers: increase capacity replace aging infrastructure reduce the potential for future sanitary sewer overflows to protect the environment 3 Existing Interceptor Requires Replacement Built in the early 1960’s – size, age, location, and condition of the existing pipelines make it susceptible to infiltration during rain events, which may result in overflows No existing odor control along interceptor 4 Major Project Components Excavation of 18,800 LF of tunnel, ranging from 20 to 90 ft below grade, entirely outside of the Erosion Hazard Zone. Installation of 18,600 LF of 72-inch and 200 LF of 84-inch corrosion resistant fiberglass pipe with grouted annulus. 6 Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Shafts. 11 connection shafts for connections with the new tunnel All shafts are made of corrosion resistant fiberglass or polymer concrete materials 5 Project Benefits Installation of 22 local pipeline reconnections via open cut (5,400 LF of 8” to 48”) and jack and bore (2,500 LF of 12” to 54”) construction methods Removal and abandonment of existing wastewater pipelines and manholes in the creek. New biological odor control facility and associated rain gardens designed for potential future trailhead parking lot. Cured-in-Place (CIPP) pipeline rehabilitation of 2,700 LF of existing 36” diameter concrete pipe. Extensive environmental site restoration (native seeding, tree plantings, etc). 6 Why was this route selected? 18 different alignments evaluated via scoring matrix 22 environmental constraints considered 7 7 8 Neighborhood Partnership: Community Benefits In 2017 and 2024 - Community Open Houses in Districts 2 and 3 Increasing parkland and future trails Coordinated with nearby public projects (storm improvements, trails, etc). Additional public meetings in 2026+ 9 Parks and Recreation Partnership: Expanding Greenbelt and Trails Access 1 acre of acquired sidewalk, trail, and recreation easements 3 acres of acquired properties necessary for temporary workspace areas, to be transferred after construction is completed Transfer of up to 59.6 acres for future trailhead access near Jimmy Clay Golf Course Total: …
Capital Improvements Program Planning Martin Tower, P.E. Infrastructure Management, Austin Water Water & Wastewater Commission January 14, 2026 Austin Water Assets At A Glance More than 3,800 miles of water mains More than 2,900 miles of wastewater mains 3 water treatment plants 2 wastewater treatment plants 1 biosolids management plant 44 pump stations for water system 38 water reservoirs 142 wastewater lift stations Nearly 31,000 fire hydrants 20 campuses and 63 buildings Nearly 1,000 fleet vehicles and operational equipment Information technology 49,000 acres of managed wildlands 2 Capital Improvements Plan Development Annual process Built from zero, based on business cases Asset management data drives renewal funding levels ~600 projects are reviewed and validated each year Led by program area leaders and staff who identify: Asset risks and renewal needs Opportunities for enhancement and innovation Requirements for expanded capacity Reviewed and approved by executives who base approvals on: Managing risk to reliability and performance Affordability for customers AW CIP Business Case Example 3 Collaborative and Coordinated Planning Feedback from City departments and external agencies enable: Opportunities for Cooperation Reduced disturbance from construction Cost Efficiencies Purposeful and strategically aligned with: City of Austin Strategic Plan Austin Water Strategic Plan Austin Water Facility Plan Water Forward Imagine Austin 4 5-Year Plans for Generational Investments STRATEGIC EXAMPLES Advanced Metering Infrastructure Reclaimed Water System Improvements Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Aquifer Storage & Recovery Austin Water Control Center 5 FY26-30 Capital Investment Portfolio 6 Building Austin’s water future, together. Water & Wastewater Commission January 14, 2026
Facilities Planning Melvin Frasier, Jr. Facilities Management, Austin Water Water & Wastewater Commission January 14, 2026 Austin Water Facilities At A Glance Serving more than 1 million customers over a 548 square mile area 63 buildings at 20 locations that provide: Office space Call centers Service centers that deploy crews in response to customer calls Emergency operations Laboratories Warehouses and storage Training and meeting areas Shop areas Parking 2 Austin Water Facilities 3 Permanent Facilities to Maintain and Upgrade Handcox Water Treatment Plant Davis Water Treatment Plant Ullrich Water Treatment Plant Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant South Austin Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant Handcox Water Treatment Plant Albert R. Davis Water Treatment Plant Ullrich Water Treatment Plant Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant South Austin Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant 4 Facilities to Improve for Better Customer Service Waller Creek Center South Service Center North Service Center Webberville Service Center Timothy Louviere Service Center Govalle Service Center Glen Bell Service Center Summit Lab (leased) Reicher Ranch Rutherford House Summit Lab (leased) North Service Center Reicher Ranch Waller Creek Center South Service Center Webberville Service Center Timothy Louviere Service Center Govalle Service Center Glen Bell Service Center Rutherford House 5 New and Future Properties to Enhance Efficiency Austin Water Control Center New South Service Center Hub New North Service Center Hub Future East Water Treatment Plant New North Service Center Hub Austin Water Control Center New South Service Center Hub Future East WTP 6 Key Projects Underway Austin Water Control Center Waller Creek Center Renovation 7 New South Service Center Hub 8 Facilities Planning Summary Flexibility in meeting the needs of the future Balancing routine maintenance with long term functional needs Looking for synergies to enhance efficiency and responsiveness Incorporating sustainable elements Improving work environments for Austin Water employees 9 Building Austin’s water future, together. Water & Wastewater Commission January 14, 2026
