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HighWater Utilities

OWASA Drought Conditions and PFAS Management

OWASA representatives updated the council on improving reservoir water levels following summer drought conditions and outlined new guiding principles for addressing PFAS contamination in water and wastewater systems.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 20, 2026

HighWater Utilities

Stormwater Enterprise Review and Future Rate Study

Town staff reviewed the stormwater utility's operations, noting that current flat fee structures haven't kept pace with inflation or added municipal assets. The council discussed potential future rate studies, more progressive tiered fee models, and GIS mapping enhancements.

1 mentionLast discussed Feb 17, 2026