Water District Infrastructure
Board: Town Board
Status: In Progress
First Appearance: January 2, 2025
Days Open: 515 days
Project Summary
The Amenia Water District has multiple ongoing infrastructure initiatives including the La Valle Road water project, meter replacements, and online billing system improvements. The district has seen significant capital expenditures and the town board has been addressing revenue allocation questions, including whether cell tower income from the water tower must be credited to the water district fund. Online bill payment service disruptions have also been a concern.
Timeline
May 21, 2026
La Valle Road project progressing well; modular unit expected Sept–Nov. 4-inch pipe from pump house to Route 22 needs upgrade to 6-inch. Several meters need replacement. Online bill payment in progress through meter company. Fall notice planned for winterizing water systems.
January 2, 2025
Town Board set salaries for water district positions including treasurer and clerk. Water district improvements listed among petition priorities.
December 18, 2025
Supervisor reported "shovel ready improvements to the water district" as a key accomplishment of the past two years.
February 19, 2026
Water district capital project expenses included in monthly claims. Ongoing infrastructure investment noted.
April 1, 2026
Town Board discussed cell tower revenue allocation. Town attorney advised that rental income from property owned by the water district (water tower) must be credited to the water district fund per state comptroller guidance. Board also discussed potential need to revisit water tax assessment due to large expenses.
April 16, 2026
Board member raised issue that water district customers can no longer pay bills online. Supervisor reported conversations with billing staff to resolve the problem. Water district capital project expenses of $334,167.30 approved in monthly claims.
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