EXECUTIVE SUMMARIES. Fiscal Years Mission Reach Bexar County

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1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARIES Fiscal Years Mission Reach Bexar County

2 SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY TEXAS EXECUTIVE SUMMARIES FIVE YEAR SERVICE & FINANCIAL PLAN July 1, June 30, 2018 Presented to the Board of Directors Name Title County Názirite Rubén Pérez Bexar County, District 1 Roberto G. Rodríguez Secretary Bexar County, District 2 Michael W. Lackey, PE Bexar County, District 3 Thomas G. Weaver Bexar County, District 4 Sally Buchanan Vice-Chairman Bexar County, At Large Hector R. Morales Executive Member Bexar County, At Large Terry E. Baiamonte Treasurer Goliad County Adair R. Sutherland Goliad County Gaylon J. Oehlke Chairman Karnes County H. B. Ruckman III Karnes County Darrel T. Brownlow, Ph.D. Wilson County John J. Flieller Wilson County Management Name Suzanne B. Scott Stephen T. Graham Steven J. Raabe John A. Chisholm III Larry O. Anderson Bruce E. Knott Kristen Hansen Claude Harding Art Herrera Steve Lusk Sharon McCoy-Huber Linda Munoz Russell Persyn Steven Schauer Title General Manager Assistant General Manager Director of Technical Services Director of Operations Director of Support Services Director of Human Resources Watershed & Park Operations Manager Real Estate Manager Information Technology Manager Environmental Sciences Manager Financial Services Manager Human Resource Manager Watershed Engineering Manager External Communications Manager

3 SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY EXECUTIVE SUMMARIES 2013/14 TABLE OF CONTENTS Budget Message...1 Organizational Chart...12 Summary - All Funds...13 Graphs...14 General Fund Summary...17 Property Taxes...18 Programs Program Charts...19 Program/Project Summary...21 Utility Activities Wastewater...23 Water...25 Strategic Plan Vision, Values, Mission, Targets, Goals...26 Other Information Grant Schedule...27 Debt Schedules San Antonio Channel Improvement Bonds Debt Schedules...28 Martinez and Salatrillo Revenue Bonds Debt Schedules...30 Contract Revenue Bonds...31 SARA Public Facilities Corporation...32 Five Year Service & Financial Plan Fiscal Years Financial Information...33 Five Year Plans General Fund...34 SARA Wastewater System Fund...36 SARA Water System Fund...37

4 June 19, 2013 To the San Antonio River Authority Board of Directors: In accordance with the provisions of Article VI, Section 2, of the Bylaws of the San Antonioo River Authority (River Authority), submitted herewith for your consideration is the Annual Budget for fiscal year 2013/14 for the period July 1, 2013 too June 30, For the fiscal year 2013/14, the total budget is $75,794,210, with a General Fund budget of $27,963,894. The proposed fiscal year 2013/14 budget is presented in three books to addresss the different needs of the reader( (s). The first book is the Executive Summaries and Five Year Service & Financial Plan. The second book is the Annual Budget Detail which presentss the complete budget for each River Authority fund. The third book consists of the Program Budgets and details the River Authority s active programs and projects. The proposed fiscal year 2013/14 budget supports the mission, goals and objectives of the River Authority s approved strategic plan. Programs, projects and departmental activities and expenditures are linked through the strategic plan to produce desired results in the services provided by the River Authority. Strategic Planning Each year the River Authority s executive and management staff, working under the policy and fiscal guidance of the Board of Directors (Board) begins the annual budget process with a review and update to the River Authority s strategic plan. The strategic plan sets both multi-year and annual measurable goals with tangible results. The latest update to that 12 month plan is for fiscal year 2013/14. This updated strategic plan serves as the foundationn for the expenditures reflected in the budget and for the results staff will work to accomplish within our district through the projects and efforts in our departments and programs. The annual strategic plan is not an exhaustive list of every project, initiative, and opportunity being worked on by the River Authority, but instead it is a representation of key efforts that we hope are indicative of how the River Authority will advance its mission that year. The multi-year goals within the strategic plan are identified as Key Thrusts and Strategic Opportunities. Currently the thrustss include the following: Generate lasting and recognized improvements to the healthh and safety of the San Antonio River Watershed Enhance community appreciation for and accesss to the San Antonio River and its tributaries

5 Strengthen, develop and anticipate expertise at all levels and build employee dedication to the River Authority s vision and values Explore, diversify and leverage funding sources Influence, through our expertise, sustainable watershed solutions by balancing the environmental, economic and quality of life needs for our communities Expand public and private partnerships. The Strategic Opportunities include: Generate funding and community support for the implementation of the Nature-Based Park Resources Plan Expand the River Authority s stormwater role Elevate the stature of Watershed Master Plans to maximize their utilization Undertake efforts that support the successful implementation of the Whooping Crane Recovery Plan and develop the critical scientific knowledge to support stewardship of the Golden Orb Mussel in the San Antonio River watershed Develop and implement strategies to reduce the impact of our healthcare plan on our budget. The Board has targeted policy decisions to direct the River Authority s service to meet the needs of the basin, while remaining accountable to the efficient and effective allocation of limited funding resources. Projects and programs are aimed at promoting appreciation for the river and tributaries by enhancing recreational accessibility and enjoyment and restoring degrading ecosystems; expanding the utility system to support economic development; and continuing to shape the expertise of the River Authority staff to effectively meet the needs of the communities within the district. The River Authority is also advancing sustainability in the projects and programs it undertakes. The River Authority has focused its sustainability efforts toward strengthening the compatibility between environmental and human uses within the watershed. River Authority projects and programs support the continued economic growth and vitality of the basin while encouraging sustainable practices that balance costs without compromising the future health of our rivers and creeks. Sustainable projects are designed to promote lasting solutions which improve the watersheds of the basin and leverage resources toward shared environmental stewardship. Developing sustainable solutions requires a long-term, holistic, watershed-based approach that integrates activities internal and external to the River Authority, including the application of science, engineering, land management, education, regulation, and legislation. The River Authority acknowledges that the watershed needs of the district will likely remain greater than the resources available to meet those needs; therefore, reliance upon the strategic plan to prioritize needs and available resources is critical to successfully attaining the agency s mission and goals. The strategic plan sets both annual and multi-year measurable goals with tangible results. These quarterly results are tracked and reported to assigned board committees for oversight. The results-oriented accountability to achieving the goals of the strategic plan is also measured through three key performance indicators. Page 2

6 First, the River Health Index (RHI) is used to track whether the River Authority s programs and efforts are making demonstrated improvements in the health, safety and sustainability of the San Antonio River and its tributaries. The RHI is a composite score derived by a summation of measured values in the areas of public safety, environmental protection, public awareness, and public access to the San Antonio River and its tributaries. Ten-year targets have been established for identified activities along with the annual projected improvement levels the River Authority seeks to attain each year to reach the 2020 goals. Attainment toward the targets is reported to the Board in January. Two financial performance measures have also been established to indicate the extent to which the financial resources of the River Authority are being leveraged. Being prudent financial managers means making sure that we generate the maximum amount of service from all available resources. The Financial Leveraging Index (FLI) tracks how the River Authority s direct funding is leveraged with other funding resources to advance watershed-wide goals. The Project Leveraging Index (PLI) tracks total value of projects managed by the River Authority on behalf of others that also progress our agency mission and objectives. 2013/14 Operational Objectives To be Leaders in Watershed Solutions, we believe we must be results-oriented. To obtain results and to hold ourselves accountable, several Key Initiatives have been developed for the River Authority as a whole. Each department and program has measurable objectives that align with and support the attainment of these Key Initiatives. The Key Initiatives in fiscal year 2013/14 are as follows: Watershed Sustainability, Appreciation, & Access 1. Expand our role in the implementation of sustainable land use and stormwater best management practices (BMP) in the San Antonio metropolitan area 2. Implement strategies that support environmental flows through the Ecosystem Dynamic Simulation (EDYS) model in San Antonio Bay and San Antonio River riparian corridor, and work identified in the GSA Bay and BasinArea Stakeholder Committee (BBASC) Work Plan 3. Execute implementation strategies identified in the Nature-Based Park Resources Plan update, with a priority on our park projects 4. Implement targeted intergovernmental and educational outreach efforts in downstream counties 5. Increase awareness and strengthen community resilience to flood hazards Employee Expertise & Influence 6. Expand our technical capabilities and expertise by implementing techniques for nonambient water quality monitoring 7. Expand data gathering, monitoring and modeling expertise and quantify BMP benefits and operations and maintenance (O&M) strategies for stormwater management Page 3

7 8. Optimize adaptive management strategies for the successful O&M of the San Antonio River Improvements Project (SARIP) 9. Develop a Human Resource plan Public / Private Partnerships 10. Secure funding and advance the implementation of the Westside Creeks (WSC) restoration projects 11. Implement the Bexar Regional Watershed Management strategic plan and continue to host Wilson, Karnes, and Goliad watershed summits Diversify / Leverage Funding 12. Prepare a revenue gap analysis and develop an action plan to address the identified gaps 13. Develop an action plan to encourage the growth of our Utilities and add 150 connections within our wastewater service areas, and secure and implement a contract for the Joint Base San Antonio wastewater utility contract 14. Develop and implement a plan to ensure the vitality of our group insurance health plan. Projects/Programs Eight programs are assigned to Program Leaders with authority to manage and direct the projects in their portfolio. Program Leaders develop annual objectives and report progress and are accountable to the executive staff on achieving programmatic results. The programs as defined below are listed in alphabetical order: Capital Project Implementation Program: Oversees and manages projects and efforts that include capital improvements and are funded by multiple sources, including counties, cities and federal agencies. Program includes 12 projects. Natural Resource Protection Program: Includes 13 projects designed to identify impairments to water quality and aquatic and riparian habitats and explore mitigation strategies through best management strategies. Projects focus on bacteria reduction and bacteria source tracking; stormwater monitoring; assessment of the effectiveness of low impact development (LID) strategies; and targeted, science-based studies to address bacteria in the Upper San Antonio River and the Salado Creek Watersheds and to analyze sediments in the Apache Creek, Alazán Creek, Martínez Creek, and San Pedro Creek in Bexar County. Projects to address the sustained ecological health of the river and bays and estuaries are also included. Page 4

8 Nature Based Park Program: Established to promote the River Authority s goal to enhance community appreciation for and access to the environmental resources of the San Antonio River and its tributaries and to deliver valued public service. This program oversees and/or coordinates all River Authority parks projects and efforts. The program includes five projects. Sustainable Watersheds Implementation Program (SWIP): As the River Authority s newest sustainability program, the SWIP will seek to maximize the sustainability of River Authority programs and projects and create visible changes in our environment by working on implementation of projects, efforts, and practices that improve our communities sustainability. Highlighted projects will explore the development of stormwater BMPs, land use sustainability concepts such as LID, sustainable sites and green infrastructure (GI) development. The program includes 13 projects. Utilities Program: Department-specific program that manages all of Utilities' water, wastewater, reuse, and collection system-related projects and efforts. The program includes 17 projects. Water Resources Community Support Program: Coordinates projects and manages community efforts within the following areas: water and wastewater utilities, floodplain management, parks, water quality, GIS, and stream restoration. The program will oversee and manage projects and efforts that are intended to educate and inform communities about water, the river, and its tributaries within the River Authority s jurisdiction. Oversees projects that collaboratively assist cities and utilities within our region to plan, develop, and maintain safe, long-term water supplies for their communities. The program includes two projects. Watershed Maintenance and Dam Safety Program: Oversees two projects and efforts involving the floodwater conveyance systems within the River Authority s jurisdiction. The projects include O&M, rehabilitation of River Authority dams, and conveyance systems. The goal is to perform these functions in a holistic manner that enhances the riparian environment and the community s appreciation of these natural resources. Watershed Modeling and Planning Program: Oversees, coordinates, and manages projects and efforts within the River Authority s jurisdiction on matters of flood modeling, capital project idea development, and mapping of the watershed. The program includes 11 projects. Page 5

9 Fiscal Year 2013/14 Highlighted Projects For the fiscal year 2013/14, several highlighted activities are described below. These activities are focused regionally, expand our expertise, promote appreciation of the river, and advance sustainability and environmental stewardship. Bexar County Flood Alert System Project Bexar County Flood Alert System is a project to create dynamic river and stream models to simulate and map storm events in near real-time. This system will be housed at the River Authority and be accessible to the Emergency Operation Center (EOC) in Bexar County and the City of San Antonio via the internet. The models will be derived from the Bexar County DFIRM models. The system will be created for use by the EOC. The Salado Creek system is operational. In fiscal year 2013/14 the other major watersheds in Bexar County will be added to the system. Mission Reach Operations and Management Major construction of the eight-mile Mission Reach Ecosystem Restoration and Recreation project in Bexar County will be completed in August 2013 with the last remaining segments open for public use. The River Authority s O&M responsibilities now extend for the entire project limit. These responsibilities include establishing and maintaining vegetation, street connections, recreational features and other amenities along the project while also promoting public access and recreation, including paddling, along this very popular linear park. In addition, the River Authority serves as the coordinator of all public events and uses of the project and educational programming, concessions and marketing. Nature-Based Park Improvements During fiscal year 2012/13, the River Authority completed an update to its Nature-Based Park Master Plan. The update cataloged recreational projects throughout the watershed identified through an extensive public process and in coordination with the leadership of communities within the watershed. The plan also included improvements to River Authority-owned and operated parks: Helton-San Antonio River Nature Park and the County Road 125 River Park in Wilson County; the Loop 1604 River Access Site and Catfish Farm in Bexar County; and the Branch River Park in Goliad County. Sustainability and Low Impact Development The River Authority recognizes that significant strides are being made within the watershed s public and private sectors in the sustainability areas of clean energy and energy and water conservation. However, successful sustainability programs worldwide also prioritize stormwater, surface water quality and holistic land management BMPs. In the fiscal year 2013/14 budget, the River Authority will continue to work with governmental partners, business, and the development community to advance public and Page 6

10 private implementation of LID, GI, and other sustainable practices and technologies that focus on land use and storm water management. The River Authority will also continue to offer targeted training to public and private audiences; develop datasets to support and incentivize LID and GI; and, importantly, lead by example. The upcoming budget funds improvements to the Euclid and Guenther properties storm water contribution by using LID and GI modifications designed to decrease the quantity and increase the quality of stormwater those properties generate. In addition, the River Authority will continue to look for partners for funding stream restoration projects as needed, which will be direct beneficiaries of the improved land-use and stormwater BMPs implemented within drainage areas that feed our restored streams. Medina River Paddling Trail The acquisition of the 85 acres of property on the Medina River in southwest Bexar County (also known as the Catfish Farm) will become the River Authority s first Medina River Paddling Trail access for the public. This access point opens approximately 12 miles of paddling opportunities and creates additional park area for public recreation. This property will be developed with the requirement of minimal O&M funds and utilization of existing staff to maintain the site. Water Quality Studies The River Authority will continue to advance projects and programs to address threats to water quality within the watershed. There are several projects and initiatives in fiscal year 2013/14 that focus on identifying sources of water quality impairment and looking for possible solutions to mitigate through BMPs. Watershed Master Plans Watershed Master Plan (WMP) projects will address three major watershed issues: flood control, water quality, and stormwater management. WMPs will assess flood damages to structures and flood risk at stream or roadway crossings to identify regional flood control projects that mitigate flood-related losses. WMPs will identify water quality issues through sampling data and modeling efforts, and propose appropriate mitigation projects or strategies. WMPs will also identify strategies such as sustainability practices, LID, natural stream design, BMPs, and mitigation banking which can help mitigate all three major watershed issues. WMPs budgeted in fiscal year 2013/14 are the Cibolo Creek Watershed Master Plan, Medina River Holistic Watershed Master Plan, Salado Creek Watershed Master Plan, Upper San Antonio River Holistic Watershed Master Plan, and Leon Creek Holistic Watershed Master Plan. Westside Creeks Restoration Project The River Authority completed the WSC Restoration Project Conceptual Plan (Plan) in June The Plan established the community s vision and priorities for flood control, Page 7

11 amenities, ecosystem restoration, and recreational improvements along the Alazán, Apache, Martínez, and San Pedro creeks in Bexar County. The River Authority is actively involved in several projects this fiscal year to advance the implementation of the restoration and improvement to these creeks WSC Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study - In fiscal year 2011/12, the River Authority was selected for a unique pilot project with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to conduct an expedited Feasibility Study to determine if the federal government would approve funding through the USACE in the restoration of creeks previously channelized for flood control purposes. The final report on the study is due in The report will recommend project components and costs for consideration for funding prioritization in future federal budgets. WSC San Pedro Creek Project A San Pedro Creek feasibility study, funded by Bexar County and managed by the River Authority, was completed in May 2013 and concluded that the improvements to the creek would remove properties from the flood plain in downtown San Antonio while transforming the creek from a drainage ditch into an improved waterway complete with amenities and enhancements that connect people and business to the creek and improve habitat and water quality. Bexar County took action in May 2013 to authorize the River Authority to proceed into the design phase of the project. WSC Elmendorf Lake Park Project and Linear Creekway Trail Development the River Authority is managing for the City of San Antonio the design and construction of $7 million in park improvements to Elmendorf Lake Park. Improvements include water quality enhancements, hike and bike trails, and other recreational amenities. The improvements were approved by the voters of San Antonio in the May 2012 bond election. As part of the agreement with the city, the River Authority is also managing the design and construction of $8 million in hike and bike trails along Alazán, Apache, Martínez and San Pedro creeks which were approved by the voters in 2010 with the expansion of the city s Linear Creekways Trail program. Sources of Funds The extensive portfolio of programs, projects, and efforts requires significant resources to fund. The River Authority s ad valorem maintenance and operations tax funds only about a quarter of the budget. The River Authority continually looks to leverage and optimize existing revenue sources with funds from external sources. The River Authority receives revenues from several sources to support the activities in the Annual Budget. These sources include federal appropriations, interlocal agreements, fund balances, grants and private donations, and the River Authority s ad valorem maintenance and operations tax. Each funding source is discussed on the following page: Page 8

12 Federal and State Appropriations The River Authority has taken great advantage of federal appropriations to support its wastewater and flood control functions. The potential exists to significantly increase funds available from existing and untapped sources of federal and state funds. The Annual Budget does not reflect an increased level of funding from these sources significantly affecting the bottom line in the short term, but it is believed the increases in planning activity proposed will increase the flow of federal and state funds for waterrelated programs and projects in the district. Regionalization of public functions and services fosters increased levels of federal and state participation. For example, in the State s grant program for recreation facilities, the region-wide recreation plan proposed will improve evaluation scores and thereby the chances of individual city or county recreation projects to be funded by the state program. In addition, entities such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB), and others desire to develop and implement water-related programs with regional entities, particularly entities with jurisdiction over river basins and associated watersheds. These entities realize that the hydrology and hydraulics of water on a watershed basis are more significant in water issues than the boundaries of local jurisdictions. In fiscal year 2012/13, as a Coordinating Technical Partner (CTP) with FEMA, the River Authority was approved for both Letter of Map Revisions (LOMR) Delegation and Risk MAP product development. As FEMA s LOMR Delegate, the River Authority will be paid by FEMA to review and make recommendations regarding changes to the federal flood maps that might be proposed by developers. The vision for Risk MAP is to deliver quality data that increases public awareness and leads to action that reduces risk to life and property. Risk MAP builds on flood hazard data and maps produced during the Flood Map Modernization (Map Mod) program. The River Authority was awarded a grant in fiscal year 2012/13 to develop the Risk MAP tools and data for our four counties. In fiscal year 2013/14, the River Authority hopes to continue the relationship it has formed with FEMA. Interlocal Agreements The River Authority prides itself on partnerships. The River Authority has formalized these partnerships at the federal, state, and local levels through various contracts and interlocal agreements (ILA). Through partnerships the River Authority is able to leverage its expertise to design and construct water-related projects through arrangements that are mutually beneficial to the participating public agencies. These agreements continue to be an important revenue source for the River Authority. The River Authority has executed ILAs with the City of San Antonio and Bexar County, for example, whereby the River Authority provides certain technical services and project management for flood control, river improvement and water quality projects. Other examples include the Regional Water Resources Development Group (RWRDG), which is the joint effort to buy Edwards Aquifer water rights administered by the River Authority, and the SB-1 Page 9

13 Regional Planning (Region L) process, both of which are funded by the program participants. Fund Balances The River Authority has adopted a fund balance policy which describes the protocol for use of the fund balances including maintenance of reserves to protect the River Authority s financing capability and to provide operating reserves. The Annual Budget recommends that the Unassigned Reserve fund balances be used to fund capital projects rather than O&M activities. Beginning three years ago, the River Authority expanded O&M activity on the Museum Reach, Eagleland and Mission Reach of the San Antonio River Improvements Project. The Board established an Unassigned-Operating Reserve Account portion of fund balance to offset unexpected costs associated with project maintenance. Grants and Private Donations During the past three fiscal years, the River Authority has increased its application for and receipt of grant funding and will continue to seek this source of funding for activities consistent with the Annual Budget. In addition, many charitable trusts and other sources of private funds have recreational or environmental protection, enhancement, and education activities as key elements. Two grant writing consultants have been engaged to further help identify and apply for relevant grants. The River Authority works closely with the San Antonio River Foundation to direct private funding toward projects and activities that advance our mission and stewardship of the resources of the San Antonio River. The improved planning tools and products, such as master plans, that will be developed according to the Annual Budget will improve the River Authority s opportunities to access private donations. Maintenance and Operations Tax Many of the River Authority s activities, such as flood control and water quality protection, do not have revenue sources and are typically supported as a governmental function by an ad valorem tax. The River Authority is authorized to collect an ad valorem tax at a maximum of $0.02 per $100 of assessed property value. The tax may be used for O&M activities, which include all activities other than direct capital investment in infrastructure. The fiscal year 2013/14 budget is based on a proposed tax rate of $ which is 6.11% higher than the rate assessed in fiscal year 2012/13. The final tax rate calculation will be prepared when the certified tax rolls are received by the River Authority in late July. The Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the tax rate in late August or early September. In all that the River Authority does, we strive to provide valued public service, to be accountable to our constituents, and to be good fiscal stewards of the public resources with which we are entrusted. The budget, programs, projects and activities presented in these documents are provided to promote quality service and responsiveness to the needs of the community we serve. Page 10

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16 SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY SUMMARY- ALL FUNDS 2013/14 Beginning Balance Ending Balance July 1, 2013 Revenues Expenditures June 30, 2014 GENERAL FUND $ 16,715,023 $ 24,525,748 $ 27,520,691 $ 13,720,080 DEBT SERVICE Debt Service SACIP 3,718,567 20,000 4,318,390 (579,823) SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS Flood Control Tax Revenue 232,752 3,700,500 30,000 3,903,252 Karnes Co Maintenance - 163, ,863 (163,432) SACIP Land Sales 321, , , ,751 SARA Public Facility Corporation - 6,797,655 6,797,655 - SARIDA 46, ,900 35,228 Park Resources Development 287,539 75, , ,289 So. TX Regional Water Planning Group - 328, ,000 - Edwards Water Acquisition Funds - 138, ,385 - Regional Water Alliance 22,703 4,025 4,200 22,528 TCEQ Clean River Program - 205, ,464 (46,659) Local Grants Funds ,637 (24,679) State Grants Fund - 300, ,000 - Federal Grants Fund - 583, ,882 (105,359) CAPITAL PROJECTS CAPITAL PROJECTS ENTERPRISE FUNDS Bexar County - SARIP - 5,788,559 5,788,559 - Bexar County Capital Projects - 1,564,553 1,564,553 - Downstream Capital Projects - 72,669 72,669 - Bexar County - Westside Creeks - 2,775,000 2,775,000 - Bexar County - CIP - 746, ,704 - City of San Antonio - Westside Creeks - 4,368,742 4,368,742 - SARA Wastewater Systems Construction & Imp 584, ,500 3,002,218 (2,161,205) Salatrillo Construction & Improvement 4,704, , ,929 4,211,098 Randolph AFB Renewals & Replacement Fund 35, , ,667 44,445 SARA Water System Improvements ,132 (70,132) ACCD Capital Replacement 37,837 79,195 78,995 38,037 Salatrillo Reuse 2,933,381 1,156,795 3,900, ,185 ENTERPRISE FUNDS - OPERATING SARA Wastewater Systems Operating Fund 3,655,578 6,780,020 5,071,837 5,363,761 Salatrillo Operating Fund 400,030 2,664,454 2,436, ,459 Salatrillo Retail Fund 958, , , ,639 Randolph AFB Operating Fund - 312, ,773 38,007 SARA Water Systems - 273, ,648 58,029 Utility Operation & Maintenance 44, , ,259 64,510 Salatrillo Reuse - 54,454 38,519 15,935 INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS Insurance Fund 1,620,554 2,284,596 2,343,399 1,561,751 GRAND TOTAL $ 36,319,105 $ 67,782,800 $ 75,794,210 $ 28,307,695 less operating transfers in/out and depreciation Page 13

17 SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY REVENUES - ALL FUNDS - BY FUND 2013/14 Funds from Fund Balance 10% General Fund 32% M&O Taxes (27%) Flood Tax Rev Fund 5% Other Funds 15% Utility Funds 15% Capital Projects 23% 2012/ / /12 CURRENT ADOPTED ACTUAL BUDGET BUDGET General Fund $ 21,872,779 $ 22,873,482 $ 24,525,748 Flood Tax Rev Fund 4,601,941 4,803,300 3,700,500 Utility Funds 11,259,464 10,864,447 11,078,141 Capital Projects 60,696,182 87,143,660 17,262,733 Other Funds 3,927,124 7,699,311 11,215,678 Funds from Fund Balance - 12,919,471 8,011,410 TOTAL $ 102,357,490 $ 146,303,671 $ 75,794,210 less operating transfers in Page 14

18 SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY EXPENDITURES - ALL FUNDS - BY CLASSIFICATION 2013/14 Personnel Services 21% Supplies 3% Other Services & Charges 33% Capital Projects 28% Capital Outlay 2% Debt Service 13% 2012/ / /12 CURRENT ADOPTED ACTUAL BUDGET BUDGET Personnel Services $ 12,880,841 $ 14,218,680 $ 15,469,428 Supplies 1,756,476 2,054,151 2,044,974 Other Services & Charges 17,172,539 23,047,853 25,037,264 Capital Outlay 1,145,080 4,321,942 1,797,118 Debt Service 6,595,025 7,328,855 9,931,343 Capital Projects 57,958,855 95,332,190 21,514,083 Funds to Fund Balance 4,848, $ 102,357,490 $ 146,303,671 $ 75,794,210 less operating transfers out & depreciation Page 15

19 SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY EXPENDITURES - ALL FUNDS - BY SERVICE AREA 2013/14 Water Quality 3% Water Resources 1% Utilities 37% Flood Control 44% Park Services 15% 2012/ / /12 CURRENT ADOPTED ACTUAL BUDGET BUDGET Flood Control $ 82,677,635 $ 107,629,871 $ 33,180,222 Water Quality 1,266,321 1,694,965 2,058,884 Water Resources 2,253,745 1,852, ,811 Utilities 10,439,101 24,608,990 28,215,526 Park Services 872,014 10,517,629 11,451,767 Funds to Fund Balance 4,848, $ 102,357,490 $ 146,303,671 $ 75,794,210 less operating transfers out & depreciation Page 16

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21 SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY GENERAL FUND OPERATING BUDGET 2013/14 FUND 01 ` DESCRIPTION 2012/ / /12 CURRENT BUDGET ADOPTED ACTUAL BUDGET ESTIMATE BUDGET Estimated Beginning Balance, July 1 N/A N/A N/A $ 16,715,023 Beginning Balance, July 1 $ 16,971,580 $ 16,865,813 $ 16,865,813 N/A REVENUES Taxes, Penalties & Interest (M&O) 18,091,782 18,757,900 18,757,900 20,839,268 Intergovernmental Funding 303, , , ,500 Charges for Services 952, , , ,333 Miscellaneous (workers comp, refunds, etc 180, , , ,000 Sales 9, ,077 14,310 7,000 Support Fees 2,113,251 2,051,806 2,051,806 2,221,647 Investment Income 221, ,000 72, ,000 Other Financing Sources - 284, , ,000 TOTAL REVENUES 21,872,776 22,873,482 22,348,415 24,525,748 EXPENDITURES Personnel Services 12,253,373 13,759,698 13,325,915 14,073,062 Reimbursements (2,409,793) (2,689,400) (2,430,809) (1,876,667) Supplies 1,059,775 1,359,543 1,235,766 1,345,215 Other Services & Charges 9,727,706 12,380,225 12,103,024 13,309,810 Capital Outlay 1,114,616 1,552,398 1,452, ,270 Other Financing Uses 232, , , ,129 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 21,978,543 26,623,735 26,014,231 27,860,819 Less Encumbrances (3,515,026) (3,515,026) Revenues Over (Under) Expenditures (105,767) (235,227) (150,790) (3,335,071) Estimated Ending Balance, June 30 N/A $ 16,630,586 $ 16,715,023 $ 13,379,952 Ending Balance, June 30 $ 16,865,813 N/A N/A N/A Components of Ending Balance Nonspendable 1,104,067 1,203,097 1,203,097 1,923,309 Assigned 3,083,588 3,299,307 3,299,307 3,299,307 Unassigned Reserve Account 9,734,291 9,734,291 8,907,961 4,685,824 Unassigned Operating Reserve Account 2,943,867 2,943,867 2,943,867 2,943,867 Unassigned Undistributed Account - (549,976) 360, ,645 $ 16,865,813 $ 16,630,586 $ 16,715,023 $ 13,379,952 Page 17

22 Billions SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY PROPERTY TAXES In 1961, an ad valorem tax of $0.02 per $100 assessed valuation was approved by Authority voters to pay general administrative expenses, maintain completed projects, and update the Authority's master plan for water resource development. However, effective July 1, 1977, the tax was reduced to $0.015 per $100 assessed valuation, and effective July 1, 1979, the tax was further reduced to $0.01 per $100 assessed valuation by action of the Authority. Until 2002, no levy of this tax has been made since fiscal year In fiscal year 2003, the San Antonio River Authority Board of Directors, upon approving the five year financial plan, voted in the ad valorem tax at a rate of $ per one hundred dollars valuation. The adopted tax rate for 2012 was $ Property Tax Valuations * 2013/14 valuation is estimated. Certified roles to be received from the Appraisal Districts July 26, Property Tax Rates $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ * 2012/13 rate is estimated. The tax rate is schedule to be set September 5, Page 18

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24 Charts Below are charts related to the River Authority s projects portfolio (charts include estimated figures): Funding Sources with Totals San Antonio River Foundation, $7,099,149 Other, $8,978,276 Defense Energy Support Center, $11,862,771 SARA Other, $3,359,678 SARA General Fund, $30,267,973 Texas Water Development Board, $1,184,543 SARA Utilities, $30,366,431 Universal City, $2,658,663 US Army Corps of Engineers, $61,531,582 Alamo Community College District, $3,258,212 City of San Antonio, $89,442,507 Bexar County, $236,713,288 Above chart illustrates the funding sources and cost allocations to projects managed by the River Authority (projects from start to finish with multiple fiscal years included) The total funds managed by the River Authority: $486,723,073 Page 19

25 Total Program Funding Total Program Program 1 Capital Project Implementation Program $ 399,987,290 2 Natural Resource Protection Program 5,522,499 3 Nature Based Park Program 6,171,528 4 Sustainable Watersheds Implementation Program 13,675,275 5 Utilities Program 48,267,287 6 Water Resources Community Support Program 4,474,580 7 Watershed Maintenance and Dam Safety Program 1,093,902 8 Watershed Modeling and Planning Program 7,530,712 Stand Alone Projects & Efforts - Total $ 486,723,073 Fiscal Year 2013/14 Program Funding 2013/14 Program Amount 1 Capital Project Implementation Program $ 18,252,289 2 Natural Resource Protection Program 1,344,436 3 Nature Based Park Program 1,033,594 4 Sustainable Watersheds Implementation Program 1,802,617 5 Utilities Program 6,492,627 6 Water Resources Community Support Program 270,000 7 Watershed Maintenance and Dam Safety Program 277,962 8 Watershed Modeling and Planning Program 1,753,341 Stand Alone Projects & Efforts - Total $ 31,226,866 Page 20

26 San Antonio River Authority Program Budgets Summary Program/Project Program Leader/ Project Manager 2013/14 Budget Total Budget Capital Project Implementation Program Robert Perez BCCIP-Real Estate Acquisitions Project Georgia Snodgrass 746,704 3,857,274 Calaveras 6 Dam Rehabilitation Project Jim Doersam 147,136 2,769,231 Calaveras 10 Dam Rehab Project Jeff Tyler 313,123 3,591,140 Martinez 1, 2 and 3 Dam Rehab Project Jeff Tyler 1,104,294 5,316,060 Mission Reach Maintenance Facility Project Robert Perez 3,008,731 3,309,384 San Antonio River Improvement Program Eagleland Reach Project Daniel Aguilar - 13,682,579 Mission Reach Project Mark Sorenson 3,717, ,333,096 Museum Reach (Park Segment) Project Mark Sorenson 2,070,760 13,548,021 Museum Reach (Urban Segment) Project Mark Sorenson - 71,213,524 Westside Creeks Restoration WSC Elmendorf Lake Park Project Jeff Tyler 505,205 7,250,000 WSC Linear Creekway Trails Project Jeff Tyler 3,863,537 7,866,981 WSC San Pedro Creek Project Russell Persyn 2,775,000 6,250,000 PROGRAM TOTAL $ 18,252,289 $ 399,987,290 Natural Resource Protection Program Rebecca Reeves Clean Rivers Program 2011 Grant Project Charles Lorea 46, ,945 Clean Rivers Program 2013 Grant Project Charles Lorea 205, ,749 Estuary Response Project Steve Lusk 63, ,105 Instream Flows Verification Project Rebecca Reeves 399, ,111 San Antonio River Basin Guadalupe Bass Project Ernest Moran 20, ,201 SARA Automated Storm Water Stations Project Ernest Moran 40, ,118 SARA Stream Monitoring FY2014-FY2015 Project Karen Sablan 262, ,581 Upper San Antonio River WPP Revision #1 Project Patty Carvajal 27, ,469 USGS Characterization of Sediment Loads Project Aarin Teague 92, ,067 USGS Emerging Contaminants Project Charles Lorea ,005 USGS Hydraulic Fracturing Project Michelle Garza 1, ,935 USGS Leon Creek Sediment Analysis Project Rebecca Reeves 83, ,361 USGS Westside Creek Suspended and Bed Sediment Study Project Patty Carvajal 99, ,852 PROGRAM TOTAL $ 1,344,436 $ 5,522,499 Nature Based Park Program Matthew Driffill Branch Property Site Development Project Kristen Hansen - 642,870 Catfish Farm/Medina Paddling Trail Project Matthew Driffill 372, ,587 County Road (CR) 125 Site Development Project Kristen Hansen 121, ,945 Escondido Creek Parkway Project Kristen Hansen 72, ,484 Helton SA River Nature Park Project Chris Giambernardi 466,814 4,089,642 PROGRAM TOTAL $ 1,033,594 $ 6,171,528 Sustainable Watersheds Implementation Program Karen Bishop Cibolo Creek Watershed Masterplan Project Melissa Bryant 307,079 1,533,730 Guenther/Euclid Stormwater Retrofit Project Aarin Teague 175, ,002 Leon Creek Holistic Watershed Master Plan Project Robert Perez 195,018 1,883,320 Medina River Holistic WMP Project Robert Perez 217,405 1,232,113 Non-Point Runoff Modeling and BMPs Project Sheeba Thomas 375,017 1,230,350 Salado Creek Watershed Master Plan Project Daniel Aguilar 125,492 1,473,054 SARIP Outfalls Assessment Project Reha Cimen 92, ,626 Storm Water Monitoring COSA Pilot Project Aarin Teague 24,737 83,257 Sustainability Tools Project Aarin Teague 29, ,590 Sustainability Training Project Aarin Teague 67, ,925 Upper San Antonio River Holistic Watershed Master Plan Project Robert Perez 148,237 1,349,659 WSC USACE Feasibility Study Project Rudy Farias 18,500 2,000,000 Wilson, Karnes, Goliad WSMP Project Melissa Bryant 27,051 1,225,649 PROGRAM TOTAL $ 1,802,617 $ 13,675,275 Page 21

27 San Antonio River Authority Program Budgets Summary Program/Project Program Leader/ Project Manager 2013/14 Budget Total Budget Utilities Program Dustin Krueger City Metering for Salatrillo WWTP Project Terry Ploetz 91, ,032 Creekwood Water System Improvements Project Jim Doersam 70,132 70,132 Graytown Road Wastewater System Project Jim Doersam 215,000 11,476,650 Joint Base SA Utility Privatization Project Terry Ploetz 44,712 85,747 Martinez II Recycling Facility Project Jim Doersam 54,593 54,593 Randolph Air Force Base Year 10 (2013) Project Terry Ploetz 254, ,319 Randolph Air Force Base Year 11 (2014) Project Terry Ploetz 327, ,667 Randolph Air Force Base Years Project Terry Ploetz - 11,193,785 Rehab Upper Martinez Clarifier Project Robert Jenkins 200,000 1,200,000 Replace Bar Screen at WWTPs Project Daniel Flores - 200,000 Salatrillo Collection Wholesale System I and I Project Terry Ploetz 235,170 4,533,060 Salatrillo Reuse Project Robert Jenkins 3,523,914 5,916,875 Salatrillo WWTP Expansion Project Jim Doersam 30,446 7,230,446 SARA Wastewater Collection System I and I Project Terry Ploetz 1,109,825 4,016,715 Upper Martinez Solar Farm Project Terry Ploetz 39,730 39,730 Utilities SCADA System Project Jim Doersam 121, ,921 Wastewater Treatment Plant Nutrient Study Project Sheeba Thomas 173, ,615 PROGRAM TOTAL $ 6,492,627 $ 48,267,287 Water Resources Community Support Program Melissa Bryant/Brian Mast Goliad County Water Supply Corporation Project Erin Newberry - 3,350,037 SCTRWPG 2016 RWP Fourth Cycle Project Erin Newberry 270,000 1,124,543 PROGRAM TOTAL $ 270,000 $ 4,474,580 Watershed Maintenance and Dam Safety Program Reha Cimen Baseline Terrain Data of Dams Project Reha Cimen 21,124 35,820 Flood Debris Cleanup Project Robert Jenkins 256,838 1,058,082 PROGRAM TOTAL $ 277,962 $ 1,093,902 Watershed Modeling and Planning Program Sheeba Thomas Bexar County Flood Alert Project Wayne Tschirhart 327,224 2,115,084 Bexar County Land Cover Analysis Project Jose Fernandez 194, ,287 Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Development Project Jose Fernandez 300,406 2,164,941 Downstream Flood Mapping and Response System Project Durmus Cesur 61, ,734 EDYS - Goliad and Refugio Project Sheeba Thomas - 223,019 EDYS-Karnes and Wilson County Project Sheeba Thomas 219, ,376 Environmental Monitoring System Project Wayne Tschirhart 58, ,336 NRCS/TWDB LiDAR Grant Project Durmus Cesur 182, ,000 San Antonio Bay EDYS Model Development Project Sheeba Thomas 151, ,906 USGS-LSAR Groundwater Surface Water Interaction Modeling Project Aarin Teague - 254,529 Upper SA Flood Study Project Russell Persyn 259, ,500 PROGRAM TOTAL $ 1,753,341 $ 7,530,712 Stand Alone Projects & Efforts PROGRAM TOTAL $ - $ - GRAND TOTAL $ 31,226,866 $ 486,723,073 Page 22

28 Utility Activities

29 SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY UTILITY ACTIVITIES The San Antonio River Authority has two wastewater systems. A wholesale system, where the River Authority manages the Salatrillo Wastewater Treatment Plant for wholesale customers that include the cities of Converse, Live Oak and Universal City and the San Antonio River Authority Retail System. The wholesale wastewater rates are set annually in May to become effective on July 1 of each year. Below is a graphical view of what the rates have been over the last eight years Average Rate 2006/ / / / / / / /14 The current rate is based on an operations and maintenance (variable) rate of $1.82 per 1,000 gallons and a fixed rate of $1.16 for debt and capital replacement. The current average rate is $10.35 based on a winter average of 5,054 gallons per month. Commercial customers pay $2.05 per 1,000 gallons. The River Authority customers in the Salatrillo Retail system pay an average monthly rate of $ Page 23

30 SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY UTILITY ACTIVITIES The other wastewater system that the River Authority operates is the SARA Wastewater System. This system currently has four wastewater treatment plants and one reuse water plant. The Upper Martinez is currently a 2.21 million gallons per day (MGD) plant that serves approximately 7,400 customers from Woodlake, Ventura, and Camelot subdivisions in northeast Bexar County. Martinez II is currently a 2 MGD plant that serves approximately 1,700 customers from Woodlake and Ventura subdivisions in northeast Bexar County. This plant has just finished it's expansion by 1.5 MGD. Martinez III was permitted to be a 0.15 MGD plant to service future development at IH 10 East and Loop 1604 in northeast Bexar County. US Highway 181 Wastewater Treatment Plant is permitted to be a 0.90 MGD plant to service future development in the Butterfield Ranch subdivision in the city of Elmendorf. The chart below reflects the average wastewater bill for the SARA Wastewater System over a eight year period Average Rate 2006/ / / / / / / /14 The current rate is based on an operations and maintenance (variable) rate of $4.66 per 1,000 gallons and a fixed rate of $8.60 for debt and capital replacement. The current average rate is $34.30 based on a winter average of 5,514 gallons per month. Commercial customers pay $6.58 per 1,000 gallons. Page 24

31 SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY UTILITY ACTIVITIES The River Authority also operates and maintains the SARA Water System. There are currently two water treatment plants in the system. Creekwood has a capacity of 78,000 gallons, and Seven Oaks a capacity of 12,000 gallons. The River Authority currently assesses a tiered water structure to it's customers. This is to encourage water conservation. The chart below shows the historical average bill using 6,500 gallons per month The current rate which begins in July has a base rate of $27.50 and a seven tier structure: Tier 1 first 4,000 gallons $0.353 per hundred gallons Tier 2 next 3,000 gallons $0.417 per hundred gallons Tier 3 next 3,000 gallons $0.562 per hundred gallons Tier 4 next 4,000 gallons $0.821 per hundred gallons Tier 5 next 6,000 gallons $1.149 per hundred gallons Tier 6 next 10,000 gallons $1.724 per hundred gallons Tier 7 above 30,000 gallons $2.293 per hundred gallons The current average rate is $52.03 based on 6,500 gallons per month Average Rate Previous 2007/ / / / / / /14 Page 25

32 Strategic Plan

33 2. Core Values Stewardship We are passionately committed to the preservation, protection, and sustainability of the San Antonio River Watershed. We are committed to making the river safe, healthy, and enjoyable. We, working with our partners, pioneer innovative solutions that sustain and enrich the lives of the people in and the economies of the communities we serve. We are quick to respond, open to new ways of doing things, and dedicated to delivering valued public service. We will not grow complacent, compromise our values, or lose sight of our purpose and vision. Integrity We are accountable to the Board of Directors, citizens and stakeholders of the communities we serve, and to our partners, and entrusted to efficiently use limited public resources. We are honest and reliable in our dealings with others. We base our decisions on prudent financial management and sound scientific/engineering principles and practices. We do not misrepresent facts, research, our capabilities or expertise. Excellence We are committed to innovative, collaborative, adaptive, and strategic actions that address watershed issues and priorities. We expect the best from ourselves, learn from our experiences, and continuously strive to advance our capabilities. We do not make excuses or avoid responsibility for our actions. 3. Purpose/ Mission Purpose/Mission Sustain and enrich life in the San Antonio River watershed Markets We serve regional markets with global impact What Sets Us Apart Innovative, sustainable, collaborative, and customized watershed solutions Experts in systemic river ecology Responsive, timely, and passionate public service 1. Vision Leaders in Watershed Solutions 4. Strategic Targets (3 YRS) Key Performance Indicators 1. Financial Leverage Index (Champion - Anderson) 2. Project Leverage Index (Champion Anderson) 3. River Health Index (Champions Graham, Raabe) Key Thrusts 1. Generate lasting and recognized improvements to the health and safety of the San Antonio River watershed. (Champions Scott, Raabe) 2. Enhance community appreciation for and access to the San Antonio River and its tributaries. (Champion - Chisholm) 3. Strengthen, develop and anticipate expertise at all levels and build employee dedication to our vision and values. (Champions Knott, Graham) 4. Explore, diversify and leverage funding sources. (Champion - Anderson) 5. Influence, through our expertise, sustainable watershed solutions by balancing the environmental, economic and quality of life needs of our communities. (Champions Graham, Knott) 6. Expand public and private partnerships. (Champions Scott, Chisholm) Strategic Opportunities Development 1. Generate funding and community support for the implementation of Nature-Based Park Resources Plan. (Scott, Schauer) 2. Expand our stormwater role. (Graham, Scott) 3. Elevate stature of watershed master plans to maximize their utilization. (Graham, Persyn) 4. Undertake efforts that support the successful implementation of the Whooping Crane Recovery Plan and develop the critical scientific knowledge to support stewardship of the Golden Orb Mussel in the San Antonio River basin. (Raabe, Reeves) 5. Develop and implement strategies to reduce the impact of our healthcare plan on our budget. (Knott, Munoz) 5. Operational Goals FY (1 YR) Key Initiatives WATERSHED SUSTAINABILITY, APPRECIATION, & ACCESS 1. Expand our role in the implementation of sustainable land use and stormwater best management practices in the San Antonio metropolitan area. (Champions Graham, Bishop) 2. Implement strategies that support environmental flows through the EDYS model in San Antonio Bay, and San Antonio River riparian corridor and work identified in the GSA BBASC Work Plan. (Champions Raabe, Reeves) 3. Execute implementation strategies identified in the Nature-Based Park Resources Plan update, with a priority on our park projects. (Champions Chisholm, Driffill, Hansen) 4. Implement targeted intergovernmental and educational outreach efforts in downstream counties. (Champions - Scott, Schauer) 5. Increase awareness and strengthen community resilience to flood hazards. (Champions Raabe, Thomas) EMPLOYEE EXPERTISE & INFLUENCE 6. Expand our technical capabilities and expertise by implementing techniques for nonambient water quality monitoring. (Champions Raabe, Reeves) 7. Expand data gathering monitoring and modeling expertise and quantify BMP benefits and O&M strategies for stormwater management. (Champions Graham, Bishop) 8. Optimize adaptive management strategies for the successful O&M of the SARIP. (Champions Chisholm, Blair) 9. Develop a HR plan. (Champions Knott, Munoz) PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS 10. Secure funding and advance the implementation of the Westside Creeks restoration projects. (Champions Scott, Farias) 11. Implement the Bexar Regional Watershed Management strategic plan and continue to host Wilson, Karnes, and Goliad watershed summits. (Champions - Raabe, Persyn) DIVERSIFY/LEVERAGE FUNDING 12. Prepare a revenue gap analysis and develop an action plan to address the identified gaps. (Champions Anderson, Huber) 13. Develop an action plan to encourage the growth of our Utilities and add 150 connections within our wastewater service areas and secure and implement a contract for the Joint Base San Antonio wastewater utility contract. (Champions Chisholm, Gomez) 14. Develop and implement a plan to ensure the vitality of our group insurance health plan. (Champions Knott, Munoz) Page 26