Citizens Water Advisory Committee Goodyear Public Works 4980 S 157th Ave Goodyear, AZ 85338 |
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Lynette Keating, Commissioner; Elena Ross, Commissioner; Sheri Trapp, Co-Chair; Teresa Kuleff, Commissioner; Rodie Purcell, Commissioner; Walter Coley, Alternate
- Absent:
- Robert Shirey, Chair; Chad Gallegos, Commissioner; Jill Rhodes , Alternate
- Staff Present:
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- Ray Diaz, Water Resources and Sustainability Manager
- Silvana Burgos, Water Resources Planning Advisor
- Andrew Pirrone , Water Conservation Coordinator
| PUBLIC COMMENTS |
No public comments.
| BUSINESS |
1.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve the draft minutes of the Citizen Water Advisory Committee meeting on March 11, 2026.
Approve the draft minutes of the Citizen Water Advisory Committee meeting on March 11, 2026.
MOTION BY Commissioner Rodie Purcell, SECONDED BY Commissioner Teresa Kuleff
- AYE:
- Commissioner Lynette Keating, Commissioner Elena Ross, Co-Chair Sheri Trapp, Commissioner Teresa Kuleff, Commissioner Rodie Purcell
- Other:
- Chair Robert Shirey (Absent), Commissioner Chad Gallegos (Absent)
Passed - Unanimously
2.
PRESENTATION FROM STAFF ON STATUS OF COLORADO RIVER
Silvana Burgos, Water Resources Planning Advisor, provided an overview of the current conditions across the Colorado River system, noting that reservoir levels remain below those of the previous year. Staff reported that the federal government recently announced actions intended to stabilize Lake Powell which will result in reductions the Lower Basin States. Additionally, Ms. Burgos provided an overview of the Lower Basin Proposal that was submitted to the federal government, which is intended to serve as a short-term framework for addressing declining reservoir levels through coordinated conservation measures, operational adjustments, and water-use reductions among the Lower Basin states. Staff emphasized that the City continues to use this time to advance conservation and resiliency measures, preparing for deeper future reductions and demonstrating its ability to adapt to long-term reductions in Colorado River water availability.
Silvana Burgos, Water Resources Planning Advisor, provided an overview of the current conditions across the Colorado River system, noting that reservoir levels remain below those of the previous year. Staff reported that the federal government recently announced actions intended to stabilize Lake Powell which will result in reductions the Lower Basin States. Additionally, Ms. Burgos provided an overview of the Lower Basin Proposal that was submitted to the federal government, which is intended to serve as a short-term framework for addressing declining reservoir levels through coordinated conservation measures, operational adjustments, and water-use reductions among the Lower Basin states. Staff emphasized that the City continues to use this time to advance conservation and resiliency measures, preparing for deeper future reductions and demonstrating its ability to adapt to long-term reductions in Colorado River water availability.
3.
REVIEW AND DISCUSS WATER DEMAND OFFSET PROGRAM
Andrew Pironne, Water Conservation Supervisor, introduced the concept of a Water Demand Offset Program, which would allow certain water conservation savings to be transferred among users within the community. The proposed framework is intended to encourage conservation, provide flexibility for water users, and help the City manage its limited water resources more efficiently.
Andrew Pironne, Water Conservation Supervisor, introduced the concept of a Water Demand Offset Program, which would allow certain water conservation savings to be transferred among users within the community. The proposed framework is intended to encourage conservation, provide flexibility for water users, and help the City manage its limited water resources more efficiently.
4.
REVIEW AND DISCUSS NON-RESIDENTIAL SHORTAGE MANAGEMENT PLANS
Andrew Pironne, Water Conservation Supervisor, introduced the concept of Water Shortage Management Plans to assist large water users in preparing for and managing reductions in water demand during periods of water shortage or drought.
Andrew Pironne, Water Conservation Supervisor, introduced the concept of Water Shortage Management Plans to assist large water users in preparing for and managing reductions in water demand during periods of water shortage or drought.
5.
REVIEW AND DISCUSS AQUATRAX
Staff introduced the H2Know (Aquatrax) online platform that allows water customers to easily view and manage their water account information, helping them better understand their water use and make informed water-saving decisions.
Staff introduced the H2Know (Aquatrax) online platform that allows water customers to easily view and manage their water account information, helping them better understand their water use and make informed water-saving decisions.
6.
OTHER BUSINESS
No other business discussed.
No other business discussed.
| INFORMATION ITEMS |
Comments, Commendations, Report on Current Events and Presentations by Board, Commission or Committee Members, or staff. The members may not propose, discuss, deliberate or take any legal action on the information presented pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02.
| FUTURE MEETINGS |
The next meeting of the Citizens Water Advisory Committee is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 5pm at Goodyear Public Works at 4980 S 157th Ave, Goodyear, AZ, 85338.
| ADJOURNMENT |
There being no further business to discuss, Vice Chair Sherri Trap adjourned the meeting at 6:57 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted by:
Respectfully Submitted by:
__________________________ Silvana Burgos , Board Secretary |
Date:___________________ Approved at Citizens Water Advisory Committee Meeting held on __________, 2026. |