PUBLIC WORKS • Utility Operations – Pipeline, sewage treatment plant, laboratory services for sewer and water systems, and snow removal for IVGID venues. • Fleet – Equipment purchase and maintenance for all IVGID Departments.
AC C O MP LISH ME N TS The Public Works Department hired an independent rate consultant to perform a comprehensive Utility Rate Study as the sewer and water rates had not been increased since 2019. The study revealed the need to increase rates to support on-going operations and maintenance, and to support the proposed Capital Improvement Program that includes the Effluent Storage and Pipeline projects. The IVGID Board of Trustees unanimously approved the increased rates that took effect on May 2022 billing statements. Construction was completed on the Burnt Cedar Swimming Pool
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project that involved demolition of the old pool, constructing the
The Public Works Department consists of five divisions —
near the end of construction, CORE Construction completed the
Administration, Engineering, Waste Not, Utility Operations and Fleet—each performing the following services for the District: • Administration – Customer service, utility meter reading and billing, and administrative support. • Engineering – Design and project management in support of all IVGID Departments, compliance inspection, and backflow program. • Waste Not – Oversee the solid waste and recycling contracts, environmental education, sustainability, and Tahoe Water Suppliers Association membership.
new pool and kiddie pool. The new orientation of the larger pool and kiddie pool allows for not only more swimming lanes but also for more deck area to enjoy the sun. Even with some weather challenges project on time and below the total contract amount. The pool was completed on June 16, 2022, and many throughout the community enjoyed the grand opening and enhanced pool facility this summer. Improvements to both the upstairs restrooms and the downstairs locker rooms at the Recreation Center were completed this past year. This remodeling effort provides a modern environment for users of the facility, which was sorely needed after 30+ years of use. The Public Works Waste Not team led the efforts through Tahoe Water Suppliers Association to review and provide comments on the Tahoe Keys use of a pilot program to use chemical treatment
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