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~f-fø In February, the California State Auditor issued a report that is critical of the Commission's ability to implement capital improvements to the system. The Commission's efforts to hire a firm to help manage these improvements have taken over two years and a contract is not yet in place. The Auditor's Report also suggests that the Commission may be unable alone to raise sufficient funds to pay for them. There have been some positive actions. We are pleased that the Mayor has publicly acknowledged the regional importance of upgrading the water system. In addition, the Mayor is initiating an Infrastructure Task Force this summer that will review and comment on the Commission's capital improvement programming efforts. The contract for outside management of the capital improvement program may receive final approval this summer. And the Commission's recent approval of the Water Supply Master Plan is a welcome indication of the Commission's desire and intention to meet system-wide demands expected over the next 30 years. These steps, however, are not sufficient to assure our City Council that its concerns will be addressed fully and promptly. The issues are neither new, nor likely to be resolved quickly. Further, many of the issues will resurface over time, unless lasting commitments are established Our City Council has expressed its concerns and desires in the attached resolution, Please receive it in the spirit of mutual cooperation with which it is submitted. An indication of your serious consideration would be welcomed in reply. Sincerely Yours, Ira Ruskin, Mayor Enclosure: Resolution Copy: Ed Everett, City Manager David Schricker, City Attorney Patricia Howe, City Clerk Peter Ingram, Public Works Services Director Arthur R. Jensen, Bay Area Water Users Association 2 of2