Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Joseph J. Garuba’s organization
Sep 2, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Helix Water District Regular Meeting
The board conducted several key actions and discussions, including recognizing an employee for 10 years of service, authorizing a professional services agreement with HDR Engineering Inc. for a main transmission pipeline master plan, and filing notices of completion for the Johnstown Pump Station replacement and Aqueduct 1 cathodic protection projects. The board also adopted a resolution for the sale of a lot in El Cajon and authorized a call for bids for the administration office data re-cabling project. Additionally, the board received the final fiscal year 2026-27 operating and capital budget, and accepted the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association. Discussions regarding Water Conservation Garden operations, reports from directors, and a closed session concerning litigation, labor negotiations, and personnel evaluations also took place.
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The Board of Directors held a strategic plan workshop facilitated by Tracy Stayton Consulting LLC. Discussions focused on the district's goals and objectives, future needs over the next five years, and anticipation of key issues such as technology shifts, capital improvement programming, cost management, rate impacts, communication strategies, disaster preparedness, and overall organizational resiliency.
Dec 11, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Helix Water District Salary Resolution
The salary resolution includes a comprehensive list of full-time classifications with their respective salary ranges, hourly pay ranges, biweekly pay ranges, and annual pay ranges. It also covers standby pay, duty pay, holiday pay, special assignment pay, temporary upgrade pay, and car allowance for specific positions. Additionally, it outlines hourly pay ranges for various part-time and temporary positions.
Nov 19, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Helix Water District Ordinance
The board of directors of the Helix Water District passed an ordinance amending the district's policies and procedures manual to prohibit water theft and establish administrative penalties for the theft of water. The ordinance defines water theft, unauthorized use, and meter tampering, and sets forth procedures and penalties for violations, including administrative fines and potential legal action. It also includes appeal procedures and hardship waivers for customers facing penalties.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
