Washington County Water Conservancy District public meetings in 2025
31 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board will meet to authorize up to $195 million in water revenue bonds, hold public hearings on a new regional water impact fee and the 2026 budget, and approve the district's administrative policies and meeting schedule.
- Authorize up to $195M in Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2026
- Public hearing on Regional Water Impact Fee Facilities Plan
- Public hearing on intent to adopt 2026 budget
- Adopt 2026 budget and update administrative policies
- Closed session for general manager performance review
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board will hold a public hearing to consider amending the 2025 budget. The meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the district office in St. George, Utah.
- Public hearing to amend the 2025 budget on December 1, 2025, at 533 E Waterworks Dr, St. George, UT 84770
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to consider adopting a new Regional Water Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Analysis. The board will also consider an Impact Fee Enactment to modify current fees for future water users in the Regional Service Area.
- Public hearing on December 1, 2025, at 6:00 pm at 533 E. Waterworks Drive, St. George
- Proposed adoption of Regional Water Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Analysis (IFFP and IFA)
- Proposed Impact Fee Enactment (IFE) to modify current impact fees
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to discuss and adopt the 2026 budget. The meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2025, at 6:00 pm.
- Public hearing to adopt 2026 Budget
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board will meet to consider adopting a Water Shortage Contingency Plan, approve the 2026 budget, and discuss various water system projects and agreements.
- Adoption of Water Shortage Contingency Plan
- Approval of Hurricane Valley Water System Pipeline & Pump Station Project
- Approval of 2026 Reuse Owner Advisor Workplan with Stantec
- Amendment to Silver Cliffs Interlocal Agreement
- Discussion on fire station location near Sand Hollow
Administrative Advisory Committee AAC
The Washington County Water Conservancy District’s Administrative Advisory Committee will meet to discuss whether to recommend adopting new rules for district water supplies and infrastructure, and a Water Shortage Contingency Plan. The committee will also consider whether to recommend Leeds join the Regional Water Supply Agreement and approve the 2026 meeting schedule and August 27, 2025 minutes. Updates on the Regional Reuse Purification System and Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan will be provided.
- Discuss Leeds joining the Regional Water Supply Agreement (RWSA)
- Consider recommending adoption of rules and regulations for district water supplies and infrastructure to the Board of Trustees
- Consider recommending adoption of a Water Shortage Contingency Plan to the Board of Trustees
- Approve 2026 meeting schedule
- Approve August 27, 2025 minutes
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board will conduct a tour of the Chief Toquer Reservoir followed by a business meeting. The board is scheduled to discuss the 2026 tentative budget and consider an amendment to the Silver Cliffs Interlocal Agreement.
- Presentation and discussion of the 2026 tentative budget
- Consider approval of an amendment to the Silver Cliffs Interlocal Agreement
- Tour of Chief Toquer Reservoir
- Consider approval of September 8, 2025 and September 18, 2025 board meeting minutes
Virgin River Program
The Washington County Water Conservancy District’s Virgin River Program Administration Committee will meet to discuss ongoing drought management, fish and wildlife updates, and potential new funding sources. The meeting includes reports on woundfin status, Santa Clara River issues, and feral pig management, as well as updates to the recovery action plan and 2026 workplan.
- Review of woundfin status and Santa Clara River issues
- $38K reimbursement from BLM for recovery efforts
- $30K grant from Kurita for Shivwits lease via TNC
- $20K funding from NPS concessionaire
- Discussion of potential partnerships with USACOE, NRCS, and UDOT
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially approve the acquisition of real property and water rights. The meeting includes a request for a closed session prior to the public vote.
- Request for closed session to discuss purchase of real property and water rights
- Consideration of approval for purchase of real property and water rights
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan. The board will also review contracts for the Regional Reuse Purification System and discuss the purchase of real property and water rights.
- Public hearing and resolution for Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan
- Contracts for Project Management, Geotechnical, and Right-of-Way services for the Regional Reuse Purification System
- Easement request with the City of Ivins for a proposed wastewater lift station
- Approval of Sand Hollow Meter Replacement Project
- Resolution updating retail water service rules and regulations
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board will hold a public hearing to consider adopting a Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan. The meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at 533 E. Waterworks Drive, St. George, Utah.
- Public hearing on adoption of Joint Agency Regional Water Conservation Plan
Administrative Advisory Committee AAC
The Administrative Advisory Committee will review the impact fee process and provide updates on water conservation programs. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting.
- Review of impact fee process
- Water Efficient Landscape Program changes
- Status of Regional Conservation Plan approval
- 2025 municipal water rate comparison
- Update on swimming pool policy engagement
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board scheduled a public hearing to consider a Scarecrow Walk fee schedule. This notice has been cancelled.
- Proposed $20 fee for single Scarecrow entry
- Proposed $40 fee for multi-Scarecrow scene entry
- Proposed fee waiver for private individuals or families not promoting a business or organization
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will discuss water supply and pool analysis. The board is deciding on several contracts, interlocal agreements, and program modifications.
- Contract for Surveying and Mapping Service for the Regional Reuse Purification System
- Interlocal Agreement with the City of St. George regarding Graveyard Wash Reservoir and Sand Hollow Mitigation Area
- Development & Water Services Agreement with Solara Communities
- Bid for Kolob Creek Dam Spillway Repair
- Resolution to modify Water Efficient Landscape Program requirements
Toquerville Secondary Water System
The Board of Directors of the Toquerville Secondary Water System will meet to present a proposed annual assessment rate increase. The board will hold a public hearing regarding the levying of annual assessments within the service area.
- Presentation of proposed annual assessment rate increase
- Public hearing to levy Annual Assessments within the TSWS Service Area
- Approval of January 16, 2025 board meeting minutes
Toquerville Secondary Water System
The board will hold a public hearing to consider levying annual contract assessments for the Toquerville Secondary Water System service area. The board is specifically considering proposed increases to these assessments for various types of land parcels.
- Proposed residential assessment increase (less than 1/2 acre): $330 to $429
- Proposed residential assessment increase (1/2 to 1 acre): $484 to $629
- Proposed agricultural parcel assessment increase: $153 to $199
- Proposed stand-by parcel (unconnected) assessment increase: $176 to $228
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially approve the purchase of real property specifically related to water rights.
- Request for closed session to discuss purchase of real property (water rights)
- Consideration of approval for the purchase of real property
Virgin River Program
The Virgin River Program Administration, Technical, and Local Coordination Committees will meet to discuss water management and species recovery. The body will review funding sources and potential adjustments to the 2026 workplan.
- Discussion of $30K from Kurita for Shivwits lease
- Review of Woundfin status and activities
- Discussion of Santa Clara River valves, water releases, and connectivity
- Review of 2026 Workplan including a Salinity Study above Quail Diversion
- Funding updates regarding BLM, UDWR Species Protection Account, and USFWS
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding a hydrant meter rental fee schedule and rate increase. The board will also consider several infrastructure contracts and real estate purchases.
- Public hearing and resolution for hydrant water usage and meter rental rate increases
- Contract for Toquerville Springs to Virgin Pump Station
- Contract modification with RB&G engineering for Chief Toquer Reservoir
- Silver Cliffs/Grapevine Development Agreement
- Interlocal agreement with Grapevine Local District
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed hydrant meter rental fee schedule and rate increase. The board will explain the reasons for the increase and hear public comments.
- Public hearing regarding hydrant meter rental fee schedule and rate increase
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will meet to review Open and Public Meetings Act provisions. The board will also request a closed session to discuss litigation.
- Request for closed session to discuss litigation
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to discuss levying an annual contract assessment. This assessment applies to water exchange contracts in the Kolob area for 2025.
- Proposed annual contract assessment of $375 per 1/4 acre foot for water exchange contracts in the Kolob area
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to consider levying the 2025 annual contract assessment. The board will discuss increasing annual assessments for parcels within the Kolob Water Service Area.
- Proposed increase for non-connected parcels from $360 to $410
- Proposed increase for connected parcels from $480 to $550
- Public hearing on 2025 annual contract assessment for Kolob Water Service Area
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding proposed wholesale rate increases for potable and non-potable water. The board will also discuss assessments for the Kolob Water Service Area and a water shortage contingency plan.
- Public hearings and resolutions for potable and non-potable water wholesale rate increases
- Public hearings and resolutions for 2025 assessments in the Kolob Water Service Area
- Proposed impact fee waiver for Switchpoint
- Agreement with Hurricane Fire District to build a fire station on District property
- Adoption of a water shortage contingency plan and declaration of a water shortage condition
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed rate increase for non-potable water. The board will hear public comments and explain the reasons for the change.
- Proposed increase of $0.15 per thousand gallons of non-potable water, raising the rate from $1.23 to $1.38
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed rate increase for wholesale potable water. The board will explain the reasons for the increase and hear public comments.
- Proposed increase of $0.15 per thousand gallons of wholesale potable water
- Proposed rate change from $1.77 to $1.92 per thousand gallons for municipal customers of the Regional Water Supply Agreement
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The Washington County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees will discuss limits on water supply use and ultra-water efficient standards. The board is also considering several infrastructure approvals and the purchase of real property and water rights.
- Engineering contract with Sunrise Engineering for La Verkin Pond and Pipeline Project
- Approval of Toquerville Springs to Virgin pump station
- Impact fee waiver for Switchpoint
- Purchase of backup generators
- Purchase of real property including water rights
Administrative Advisory Committee AAC
The Administrative Advisory Committee of the Washington County Water Conservancy District will discuss the new Regional Master Plan demand and project overview, a water shortage contingency plan, and large water use approvals. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from January 29, 2025. The meeting is scheduled for April 23, 2025.
- New Regional Master Plan demand and project overview
- Water shortage contingency plan
- Large water use approvals
- Consider approval of January 29, 2025 minutes
Washington County Water Conservancy District Board
The board will consider three resolutions updating retail water service rules, including one that would prohibit new non-essential water uses. It will also vote on multiple construction contracts for the Quail Creek Water Treatment Plant expansion and Sand Hollow improvements. A manager's report and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.
- Resolution updating retail water service rules for new development
- Resolution updating retail water service rules for unincorporated areas
- Resolution prohibiting use of district water for new non-essential water uses
- MOU for construction of SR-7 Exit 19 Interchange and Sand Hollow State Park entrance
- Construction contracts for Quail Creek Water Treatment Plant 90 MGD expansion (Phase 1 & 2) and 10 MG Tank B
Virgin River Program
The Virgin River Program Technical Committee will meet March 19, 2025, to discuss program administration including funding priorities, BLM funding approval to proceed, and updates to the Recovery Action Plan and 2026 workplan. Project updates cover a salinity study above Quail Diversion, woundfin stocking, hatchery updates, Gorge Barrier, and restoration. The committee will also set dates for future administration and technical committee meetings.
- BLM funding approval to proceed
- Sampling sensitivity analysis early findings
- Salinity Study above Quail Diversion
- Woundfin Stocking 2025
- 2026 Workplan update
Administrative Advisory Committee AAC
The Administrative Advisory Committee of the Washington County Water Conservancy District will meet to discuss and consider approval of Leeds city joining the Regional Water Supply Agreement (RWSA). Other agenda items include ultra water efficiency standards, drought plan survey results, a presentation on the Quail Creek Water Treatment Plant Expansion project, and a discussion on water parks and a reuse tour. The committee will also consider approval of the October 30, 2024 meeting minutes.
- Discussion and possible approval of Leeds city joining the RWSA
- Presentation of the Quail Creek Water Treatment Plant Expansion project
- Review of Drought Plan Consensus Survey results
- Discussion on ultra water efficiency standards
- Discussion on water parks and a reuse tour