[HISTORY: Adopted by the City Council of
the City of Lowell as indicated in article histories. Amendments noted
where applicable.]
GENERAL REFERENCES
Water and sewers — See Ch. 272.
[Adopted 12-13-1988 (§§ 2-209 to 2-209.3
of the 1988 Code)]
A.
Under the authority of MGL c. 43 there is hereby established
the Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility (hereinafter referred to as
"Utility") as a separate department of the City of Lowell under the
jurisdiction of the City Manager in conformity with Plan E, Form of
Government.
B.
This Utility shall contain therein what was formerly
the Division of Sewers under the Department of Public Works.
A.
It shall be the function of the Utility to administer,
operate and maintain the wastewater treatment facilities, the City
wastewater collection system, diversion structures, wastewater contribution
from contracted towns, the City industrial pretreatment program and
enforcement of all regulations relating to wastewater from outside
contributing communities and industries.
B.
Other functions as delineated under the previous Division
of Sewers and all matters having to do with the construction, alteration,
repair and care of main drains, common sewers and catch basins will
be coordinated through and with the Division of Engineering.
B.
Notwithstanding any provisions in the Code to the contrary, and especially this article relating to the Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility and Article II of this chapter relating to the Lowell Regional Water Utility, with respect to all positions created or existing at either of said Utilities, wherever salary steps are provided, notwithstanding said steps, the Executive Director of both Utilities may recommend to the appointing authority the hiring of employees to fill existing or new positions at steps higher than the minimum steps based on the respective employee's qualifications, experience, background, etc. The City Manager, as appointing authority, may appoint said employees at said recommended step.
[Added 10-24-1989[2]]
A.
General statement of duties. Through the office of
the City Manager, the Executive Director manages professional environmental
engineering work of substantial difficulty in overall operational
coordination of the Lowell Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities and
associated functions; directs continuous study of plant operating
procedures and processes; reviews data, operating reports and graphic
charts; makes personal observations to analyze plant performance in
compliance with local, state and federal regulations; supervises directly,
or through subordinates, all operations of the Wastewater Utility;
establishes and issues orders and programs and directs training programs
pertaining thereto; and performs other related duties as assigned
by the office of the City Manager.
B.
Example of duties and responsibilities. The Executive
Director:
(1)
Develops and executes plans, policies, designs and
new methods of operation with regard to the Wastewater Utility.
(2)
Directs and coordinates the efficient, continuous
and effective operation of the Wastewater Utility.
(3)
Consults with engineers/administrators and makes recommendations
with regard to all current, ongoing and proposed engineering, construction,
administrative matters, and improvements.
(4)
Directs the preparation and expenditure of the annual
operating budget.
(5)
Supervises the preparation of all City, state and
federal reports.
(6)
Meets with City, state and federal officials and consultants
hired by the City on all technical, legal and administrative matters.
(7)
Directs the training of all plant personnel and is
responsible for determining personnel needs, hiring, promotions, transfers,
shift assignments, disciplinary action and grievances.
(8)
Provides general instruction to the process control
engineer, plant engineer and maintenance superintendent regarding
all matters concerning plant operation to ensure efficient overall
operation of the Utility.
(9)
Approves all bills, payroll, contracts, and other
costs as they relate to the overall administration of the Wastewater
Utility.
(10)
Has such other related duties and responsibilities
as may be assigned by the office of the City Manager.
[Adopted 7-11-1989 (§§ 2-210 to 2-210.3
of the 1988 Code)]
A.
Under the authority of MGL c. 43 there is hereby established
the Lowell Regional Water Utility (hereinafter referred to as "Water
Utility") as a separate department of the City of Lowell under the
jurisdiction of the City Manager in conformity with Plan E, Form of
Government.
B.
This Water Utility shall contain therein what was
formerly the Division of Water under the Department of Public Works.
It shall be the function of the Water Utility
to administer, operate and maintain the water supply to the general
public in the City of Lowell, and any other contracted surrounding
towns, with the exception of engineering design and other engineering
matters relating to the water supply which shall continue to be coordinated
through and with the Division of Engineering. Included in the Water
Utility is the City Water Filtration Plant Distribution System and
any other functions relating to water service. The Water Utility shall
perform all other functions as were formerly performed by the Division
of Water.
A.
The Water Utility shall be headed by the Executive
Director who shall be appointed by and shall serve at the pleasure
of the City Manager unless subject to a specific contract. The Executive
Director of the Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility shall also serve
as the Executive Director of the Lowell Regional Water Utility.
B.
Notwithstanding any provisions in the Code to the contrary, and especially Article I of this chapter relating to the Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility and this article relating to the Lowell Regional Water Utility, with respect to all positions created or existing at either of said Utilities, wherever salary steps are provided, notwithstanding said steps, the Executive Director of both Utilities may recommend to the appointing authority the hiring of employees to fill existing or new positions at steps higher than the minimum steps based on the respective employee's qualifications, experience, background, etc. The City Manager, as appointing authority, may appoint said employees at said recommended step.
[Added 10-24-1989[1]]
A.
General statement of duties. The Executive Director
shall, as a department head in the City of Lowell, professionally
manage the overall administration and operation of the public water
supply system in the City of Lowell, including all of the physical
plants, buildings and equipment relating thereto. The Executive Director
shall study the operating procedures and processes; review all data
and reports relating to the water supply system; make personal observations
and analysis and take corrective action to ensure compliance with
local statutes and federal regulations; supervise, directly or through
subordinates, all operation of the Water Utility; establish and issue
orders and regulations pertaining to operation of the Water Utility;
and establish and maintain employee training programs. The Executive
Director shall perform other related duties as may be assigned by
the office of the City Manager.
B.
Example of duties and responsibilities. The Executive
Director:
(1)
Develops and executes plans, policies, designs and
new methods of operation with regard to the Water Utility.
(2)
Directs and coordinates the efficient, continuous
and effective operation of the Water Utility.
(3)
Consults with engineers/administrators and makes recommendation
with regard to all current, ongoing and proposed engineering, construction,
administrative matters, and improvements.
(4)
Directs the preparation and expenditure of the annual
operating budget.
(5)
Supervises the preparation of all City, state and
federal reports.
(6)
Meets with City, state and federal officials and consultants
hired by the City on all technical, legal and administrative matters.
(7)
Directs the training of all plant and service personnel
and is responsible for determining personnel needs, hiring, promotions,
transfers, shift assignments, disciplinary action and grievances.
(8)
Provides general instruction to subordinates regarding
all matters concerning plant operation and water service maintenance
to ensure efficient overall operation of the Water Utility.
(9)
Approves all bills, payroll, contracts, and other
costs as they relate to the overall administration of the Water Utility.
(10)
Has such other related duties and responsibilities
as may be assigned by the office of the City Manager.
