Consideration and Approval of the completion of an Alternatives Analysis relating to the

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Consideration and Approval of the completion of an Alternatives Analysis relating to the Rivercrest Wastewater Treatment Plant by Angelina & Neches River Authority: Mr. Holcomb explained what an alternatives analysis is, along with the history of the Rivercrest project related to its consolidation into the District. The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is requiring this analysis to make sure they authorize the best option with regards to that system. This is a formal evaluation of what will not work. The cost is at a not to exceed amount of $40,000 which will be funded through grant dollars provided by the TWDB. This is required in order to get further access to grant dollars in the future. Mrs. Hartsfield motioned to approve the Alternatives Analysis to be conducted as presented at a not to exceed amount of $40,000. Mr. McKelvey asked if the TWDB is wanting to do away with the Rivercrest plant and instead use a pump to transport the sewage to ANRA’s NAC. Mr. Holcomb explained that ANRA is proposing that option due to lower long term operational costs. Mr. McKelvey requested clarification that in that change, the sewer will pump to ANRA’s NAC. Mr. Jones responded that the District would rather have the sewer moved than have to deal with it by themselves. Mr. McKelvey asked why customers should be billed for that. Mr. Holcomb reminded those in attendance that both the District and ANRA make money off of sewer. Mr. Jones again stated t

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.5/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.