Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Brian Tarbuck’s organization
Apr 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Greater Augusta Utility District Trustees Public Hearing
The public hearing focused on a proposed 5% rate increase across three utility divisions: water, sewer, and stormwater. Key topics included the necessity of rate adjustments to fund infrastructure replacements, such as aging pipes and pump stations, as well as addressing rising operational costs for power and supplies. The board outlined the regulatory process, including oversight by the Maine Public Utilities Commission for water services, and provided information on the customer petition process. The presentation also detailed the 2026 rate implementation roadmap, noting that the board will review public feedback before voting on the proposed changes at a future meeting.
Apr 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Greater Augusta Utility District Board Meeting Minutes
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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The board meetings covered various operational and strategic topics for the utility district. Key discussions included updates on major infrastructure projects such as the Riverside Drive PFAS treatment facility, North Augusta well exploration, and stormwater separation initiatives on Memorial Drive. The board deliberated on rate increase proposals for water, sewer, and stormwater services to fund aging infrastructure and operational resiliency. Additionally, members discussed potential legal action regarding PFAS remediation, personnel policy updates, financial status reports, and the renewal of participation in county hazard mitigation planning.
Dec 22, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Greater Augusta Utility District Trustees Meeting
The meeting included an update from the rate committee and project progress reports, including fiber buildout for the Kennebec River Utility Crossing, PFAS/PFOA design and mitigation at Riverside Drive and North Augusta, and various water and stormwater infrastructure projects on Davenport Street, Amherst Street, Memorial Drive, and Eastern Avenue. The General Manager's report covered employee anniversaries, safety standards, and upcoming conferences. The board reviewed PFAS cost recovery litigation, received financial reports for water, sewer, and stormwater services, approved 2026 operations and capital budgets, reaffirmed service rates, authorized collection actions, approved 2026 goals, and held an HR update.
Nov 24, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Greater Augusta Utility District Board Board Minutes
The Board addressed a resident concern regarding tree removal on Kelton Road and discussed installation of a stockade fence for visual relief. The Rate Committee provided updates regarding a potential budget increase of at least 3% for the upcoming fiscal year. Project updates were provided for the Fiber Project, Front Street, Riverside Drive PFAS mitigation, water source exploration, the Trunkline Caddyshack project, Davenport Street, Amherst, Memorial Drive, and Eastern Avenue. The General Manager's update included employee recognitions and wastewater treatment plant accomplishments. New business included a discussion on pursuing individual litigation against polluters in the Kennebec River for PFAS, and a discussion regarding leadership changes at the Winthrop Utilities District. Financial conditions for October 2025 were reviewed, and updates were provided on communications and human resources.
