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Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

11. Mrs. Ross motioned to approve the Petition and Order for annexation as presented. Mrs. Hartsfield seconded the motion. All members voted in favor and the motion was approved. Consideration and Approval of the purchase of materials necessary for the Master Meter and Water Line Improvements Project designed and to be installed by the City of Lufkin: Mr. Key reported that he had recent discussions with the City of Lufkin regarding the installation of a new 8” water line and master meter along FM 2251 to serve the District. He presented the cost estimate of $46,996 for materials from the City that he had received in April of this year. Mr. Key noted that the prices could vary based on fluctuations in cost for materials. There was general discussion regarding the location of the proposed line and the general responsibilities of the parties. Mr. Key noted that the current 6” water line has blown out twice in the past two years and that this upgraded line would be constructed to current regulatory standards by the City of Lufkin’s crews. Mr. Holcomb noted that the larger line size would also increase the District’s ability to serve its customers and because the City of Lufkin is performing the work, the costs are significantly less expensive. Mrs. Hartsfield motioned to approve the purchase of materials necessary to construct the mater meter and new 8” water line for a cost not to exceed $50,000 as presented, with a second by Mrs. Ross. All members voted in favor and the mot

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.3/10). 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.