The Cedar Valley Water Conservancy Board met on June 18, 2026, to review financial reports, approve regional planning documents, and discuss progress on significant water infrastructure projects. According to meeting minutes, the board addressed topics ranging from the Eagle Valley replacement well to federal funding for the Effluent Reuse Project.
During the meeting, General Manager Paul Monroe reported that the Eagle Valley replacement well, which was necessitated by a casing collapse and abandonment of the original well, is expected to be online within one to two weeks. The new well has reportedly performed well and is producing more water than the previous well.
Regarding the Effluent Reuse Project, Monroe stated that federal appropriation for the project has advanced through the initial federal budget process. If the final funding bill is approved, the Conservancy expects to secure approximately $10 million in grant funding. This total includes $5 million through Congresswoman Celeste Maloy, $4 million through a state appropriation sponsored by Representative Rex Shipp, and $1 million from the Utah Department of Natural Resources.
In terms of planning and policy, the board unanimously approved the CVWC Master Plan, Water Conservation Plan, Impact Fee Facilities Plan, and the Water Rate Analysis. However, the board decided to table a resolution for proposed rates and fees to allow staff to revise the document. This revision will include confirming proposed impact fee amounts and removing a proposed large water user policy for further review.
The board also reviewed proposed changes to commercial and industrial rate schedules. One proposed provision would require customers who exceed their annual water quantity represented by assigned water rights to be billed at the Tier 7 rate for the remainder of the calendar year. This change aims to encourage customers to either remain within their allocation or transfer additional water rights.
Regarding the Basin 14 (PVWS) project, Monroe reported that all administrative appeals related to the project before the Interior Board of Land Appeals have been withdrawn. While parties still have time to file an action in federal district court, no such action has been taken at this time.
The meeting included a report on the upcoming annual Water Festival scheduled for June 27 at Main Street Park. The event is expected to feature educational exhibits, including a demonstration of Advanced Metering Infrastructure technology to show real-time water usage.
The Cedar Valley Water Conservancy Board members in attendance included David Harris, Paul Nelson, Steve Nelson, Andrew McCrea, Tyler Allred, Jeff McKee, Tyler Glover, Holden Miller, and others. Staff members present included Paul Monroe, Mandi Williams, Tracy Feltner, Curtis Nielson, Justin Wayment, and Christy Tullis.
