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MINUTES OF A REGULAR BOARD MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
MARCH 17, 1977
The District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
convened in a regular session at its regular place of meeting, 1250
Springbrook Road, Walnut Creek, County of Contra Costa, State of California,
on March 17, 1977 at 7:30 P.M.
1.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Members:
ABSENT:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
Gibbs (excused) Allan
Member Gibbs had informed President Boneysteele that he would be away
on business and wished to be shown as excused.
Member Allan arrived at 7:45 P.M.
II.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
MINUTES OF MARCH 3, 1977
After discussion, it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by
Member Mitchell, that the minutes of March 3, 1977 be approved with the
following corrections:
Under "VI. OLD BUSINESS, 1. SELECTION OF APPLICANT TO FILL THE
POSITION OF GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER UPON RETIREMENT OF
G. A. HORSTKOTTE, JR.", change the sixth paragraph to read as follows:
"Member Mitchell disagreed with the content of Mr. Reagan1s statement,
stating that this organization has been one of growth with great opportunity
for District employee advancement. He therefore, felt that it was not
fair to state that the Board1s decision would jeopardize the continuance
of these opportunites."
Under "V1. OLD BUSINESS, 3. SOLID WASTE COLLECTION WITHIN VALLEY
COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT", at the end of the second sentence of the
second paragraph, omit the word "Disposal" and insert "ColTmunity Services
District" instead.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Gi bbs and A 11 an
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APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by
Member Rustigian, that the expenditures including Sewer Construction
Voucher Nos. 3057 through 3070, Running Expense Voucher Nos. 23759
through 23846 inclusive, Payroll Voucher Nos. 4375 through 4538 inclusive
be approved. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Gi bbs and A 11 an
President Boneysteele requested that staff present the expenditure
list in the same manner as has been done previously.
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IV. HEARINGS
None.
V. BIDS
None.
President Boneysteele requested the Board digress from the order of
the agenda to take up !lVII. NEW BUSINESS, ITEM 2". There were no objections.
2.
AUTHORIZATION FOR FOUR PARCELS (P.A. 77-17,18, 19, & 20) TO BE
INCLUDED IN PENDING ANNEXATIONS TO THE DISTRICT
After discussion by Board Members and staff, it was moved by Member
Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that authorization for the
following four parcels be approved for inclusion in pending annexations:
P.A. No. 77-17 (Walnut Creek), P.A. 77-18 (Walnut Creek), P. A. 77-19
(Martinez), and P.A. 77-20 (Alamo Oaks). Motion carried by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members: Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
Members: Non
Gi bbs and Allan
Before reverting to the agenda, President Boneysteele asked if
there was anyone in the audience wishing to be heard on other matters.
Mr. Mike Dempsey from Contra Costa Landscaping in Martinez, addressed
the Board. His query was regarding using water from the Treatment Plant
for landscaping. Mr. Dalton, Deputy General Manager-Chief Engineer,
explained that the District cannot allow anyone to use effluent water
until approval is received from the Regional Water Quality Control
Board. Mr. Dalton went on to say that he does not anticipate the delivery
of water until June or July of this year.
President Boneysteele reverted to the order of the agenda.
V1.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
REVIEW PROPOSED REORGANIZATION OF BLACKHAWK RANCH
After discussion by Board Members, it was moved by Member Mitchell,
seconded by Member Rustigian, that staff write a letter acknowledging
the recommendations on the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact
Report for Blackhawk Ranch, as proposed by LAFCo, and request corrections
to statements on pages 3 and 12. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members: Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Member: Gibbs
RESOLUTION APPOINTING ROGER J. DOLAN TO THE POSITION OF
GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
2.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by President
Boneysteele, that the resolution appointing Roger J. Dolan to the position
of General Manager-Chief Engineer, effective April 1,1977, be adopted
as presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 77-56, A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ROGER J. DOLAN
TO THE POSITION OF GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members: Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Member: Gibbs
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3.
REVIEW OF FRED J. EARLY CLAIM
Mr. Bohn, Special Counsel for the District, reviewed the Fred
J. Early claim with the Board and staff. The claim totals $3,763,795,
including $824,000+ retained by the District.
Mr. Bohn recommends that this claim be referred to him for analysis
and research.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member
Rustigian, to accept the recommendation of the Special Counsel for the
District and refer the matter to him for analysis, report and preparation
of defense, and that Mr. Bohn be authorized to obtain confidential
litigation services from Bechtel Inc., in connection with this claim and
the litigation it represents. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members: Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Member: Gibbs
Member Mitchell queried Mr. Bohn as to whether he would be doing some
of this work under his retainer. Mr. Bohn replied that he would keep
track of his time and report back to the Board, and if it appears to be
feasible, he will charge by the retainer rather than by the hour. Mr. Bohn
added, however, that we are now becoming more active in Solid Waste,
which may take a good deal of his time.
VI1.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENTS AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT AND ADOPTION
OF RESPECTIVE RESOLUTIONS AND AUTHORIZE RECORDING
It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Allan, that
the easements, as listed below, be accepted at no cost to the District
and that resolutions be adopted to that effect, and that its recordation
be authorized.
Grantor Job No. Parcel No.
Gail Lundin
Claude T. Lindsay, Inc.
Ostrosky Enterprises and Roundhill
Ostrosky Enterprises
Ostrosky Enterprises and Roundhill Oaks
Western Title Insurance Company
Western Title Insurance Company
Western Title Insurance Company
Western Title Insurance Company
Gertrude F. Stoops.
Elliott Engineering Company
Dame' Construction Company
409
2606
Oaks 2720
2720
2720
2795
2795
2795
2795
2798
2798
2836
3
2
3
4
5
3
4
5
6
1
2
1
RESOLUTION NO. 77-57, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO
COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM GAIL LUNDIN, WALNUT CREEK AREA,
(JOB NO. 409 - PARCEL NO.3)
RESOLUTION NO. 77-58, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO
COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM CLAUDE T. LINDSAY, INC., LAFAYETTE AREA,
(JOB NO. 2606 - PARCEL NO.2)
RESOLUTION NO. 77-59, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM OSTROSKY ENTERPRISES, A CORPORATION AND
ROUNDHILL OAKS, A CORPORATION, ALAMO AREA, (JOB NO. 2720 - PARCEL NO.3)
RESOLUTION NO. 77-60, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM OSTROSKY ENTERPRISES, A CORPORATION, ALAMO AREA,
(JOB NO. 2720 PARCEL NO.4)
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RESOLUTION NO. 77-61, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM OSTROSKY ENTERPRISES, A CORPORATION AND ROUNDHILL
OAKS, A CORPORATION, ALAMO AREA, (JOB NO. 2720 - PARCEL NO.5)
RESOLUTION NO. 77-62, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM WESTERN TITLE INSURANCE CO., PLEASANT HILL
AREA, (JOB NO. 2795 - PARCEL NO.3)
RESOLUTION NO. 77-63, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM WESTERN TITLE INSURANCE CO., PLEASANT HILL AREA,
(JOB NO. 2795 - PARCEL NO.4)
RESOLUTION NO. 77-64, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM WESTERN TITLE INSURANCE CO., PLEASANT HILL AREA,
(JOB NO. 2795 - PARCEL NO.5)
RESOLUTION NO. 77-65, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM WESTERN TITLE INSURANCE CO., PLEASANT HILL AREA,
(JOB NO. 2795 PARCEL NO.6)
RESOLUTION NO. 77-66, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM GERTRUDE F. STOOPS, WALNUT CREEK AREA,
(JOB NO. 2798 - PARCEL NO.1)
RESOLUTION NO. 77-67, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM ELLIOTT ENGINEERING COMPANY, WALNUT CREEK AREA,
"(JOB NO. 2798 -PARCEL NO.2)
RESOLUTION NO. 77-68, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM DAME' CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., A CALIFORNIA
CORPORATION, SAN RAMON AREA, (JOB NO. 2836 - PARCEL NO.1)
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members: Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Member: Gibbs
2.
AUTHORIZATION FOR FOUR PARCELS (P.A. 77-17,18, 19, & 20) TO
BE INCLUDED IN PENDING ANNEXATIONS TO THE DISTRICT
This item was acted upon earlier in the meeting as first item of
business following "V.BIDS".
3.
AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE CONSENT TO DEDICATION OF PUBLIC ROAD
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Allan that authorization
to execute consent to dedication for public roads for Job No. 2443 be
approved and that a resolution be adopted to that effect.
RESOLUTION NO. 77-69, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONSENT
TO DEDICATION FOR A COUNTY ROAD, JOB NO. 2443
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members: Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Member: Gibbs
AUTHORIZE $37,000 FOR GRADING AND PAVING WORK FOR THE SECOND 115 KV
POWER SOURCE AT THE TREATMENT PLANT
4.
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, reported that
originally our Plant attempted an alternate source of power so that we
would not be dependent on only one source of power. The additional pad
is necessary to accommodate a new line that will come in from the east
side of the plant.
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After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that authorization for $37,000 as a drawing account for
grading and paving work in construction of pad for the second 115 KV
power source at the Treatment Plant. Motion carried by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5.
Members:
Members:
Member:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
Gibbs
AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF CRANE TRUCK
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, explained that as
per Board instruction, a crane truck was acquired for use at the treatment
plant on a lease-purchase option, permitting evaluation prior to purchase.
This has proven to be a necessary and effective piece of equipment for
plant operations.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by
Member Allan, that authorization to purchase the crane truck from E. R.
Bacon Company on the lease-purchase option, in the amount of $26,349.28
be approved. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
Gibbs
6.
AUTHORIZE $314,519.52 FOR STAGE 5A, PHASE II, AUXILIARY CONTRACT
ACCOUNT C-06-0804
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, explained that this
is a drawing account for administration of the treatment plant declorination
facility contract previously authorized by the Board, of which 87-1/2%
is recoverable.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by
Member Rustigian, that authorization of $314,519.52 for the establishment
of a Stage 5A, Phase II Auxiliary Contract, No. C-06-0804 construction
account be approved. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
7.
Members:
Members:
Member:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
Gibbs
RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR OPERATOR III,
(SOLIDS CONDITIONING)
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member Mitchell, that the
eligibility list for Operator III (Solids Conditioning) be adopted and a
resolution to that effect also be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 77-70, A RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR
OPERATOR III, (SOLIDS CONDITIONING)
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
Gibbs
Member Mitchell requested that oral and written scores be shown on
the eligibility list.
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8.. APPOINTMENT OF DAVID KERLIN TO THE POSITION OF OPERATOR III,
1S0LIDS CONDITIONING) RANGE 62-A ($1,289-$~)
After discussion by Board Members, it was moved by Member Rustigian,
seconded by Member Allan, that David Kerlin be appointed to the position
of Operator III, (Solids Conditioning), Range 62-A ($1,289-$1,560) and
that a resolution be adopted to that effect.
RESOLUTION NO. 77-71, A RESOLUTION APPOINTING DAVID KERLIN TO THE
POSITION OF OPERATOR III (SOLIDS CONDITIONING)
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members: Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Member: Gibbs
9.
TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT OF JULIE LOPEZ TO THE POSITION OF RECORDS CLERK,
RANGE 46-A ~1,066) EFFECTIVE 3/1/77
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to defer this
item until March 31 and at that time to have staff submit a request for
authorization to hold an examination for the position of Records Clerk
and establish an eligibility list.
10. CLAIM OF MICHAEL S. PARLOW OF VAN NUYS, CA., FOR $400 IN VEHICLE
PROPERTY DAMAGE
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by
Member Rustigian, to authorize payment for the claim of Michael S. Parlow
in the amount of $400 for damage to Mr. Parlow's automobile caused by a
protruding manhole cpver in Arbolado Court, Orinda. Motion carried by
the following vote:
AYES: Members: Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Member: Gibbs
11. CLAIM OF L. R. LYNCH FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE AT LAVON'S LUNCH WAGON
AT 1311 PINE STREET AND RESIDENCE AT 1326 WILLOW STREET, MARTINEZ
IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,257.44
After discussion, it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by
Member Mitchell, to deny the claim and refer it to our insurance carrier.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members: Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Member: Gibbs
12.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF CERTAIN BILLS FOR LITIGATION SERVICES
Due to the absence of Member Gibbs, this item was deferred for
action to March 31, 1977.
13. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS ADDED BY SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
None.
VII I.
REPORTS
1.
GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
a. Mr. Horstkotte reported that Worthington Pump has reimbursed
the District for approximately $4,000 of expenses incurred in attending
the witness test in Scotland.
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b. Mr. Horstkotte advised that the PUC has approved the additional
gas allocation for the Treatment Plant with certain reservations.
Mr. Horstkotte expressed that there had been considerable special effort
applied to this matter and commended Mr. Bohn, Special Counsel for the
District and himself for the presentations made to the PUC and PG&E to
attain this allocation approval.
c. Mr. Horstkotte requested that Mrs. Deborah Barone be granted a
sixmonth maternity leave commencing October 1, 1977.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that authorization for Mrs. Deborah Barone to take a six month
maternity leave be approved. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
Gibbs
d. Mr. Horstkotte directed the Board's attention to the 1976
Maintenance Report. He complimented the Maintenance Department for
their diligence and excellent work in accomplishing this high standard
for maintaining the District sewerage system.
Member Allan stated that he would like to have a copy of the Annual
Maintenance Report sent to Mr. Bob Brugge of East Yolo Community Service
District because of his expressed interest in the maintenance TV equipment.
It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Allan, that
the Annual Maintenance Report be acknowledged and that the Maintenance
Department be commended for a job well done. Motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
Gibbs
Mr. Horstkotte then expressed his sincere gratitude and appreciation
to all the Board Members and District employees for the support and
assistance given to him during his tenure as General Manager-Chief
Engineer.
President Boneysteele thanked Mr. Horstkotte and on behalf of the
Board read a resolution commending Mr. Horstkotte for his service to the
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District.
President Boneysteele stated that this resolution expresses the
gratitude and affection of the District Board and employees and extended
his best wishes to Mr. Horstkotte on his pending retirement.
After further discussion, it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded
by Member Allan, that the resolution commending Mr. G. A. Horstkotte,
Jr. for his service to the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District be
adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 77-72, A RESOLUTION COMMENDING G. A. HORSTKOTTE, JR. FOR
HIS SERVICE TO THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
Gibbs
2.
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
None.
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3.
SPECIAL COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
None.
4.
SECRETARY
None.
5.
COMMITTEES
None.
IX.
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
a. Member Rustigian informed the Board that he will not be able
to attend the meetings of March 31 and April 7, 1977.
b. Member Mitchell stated that he might not be able to attend the
meeting of April 7, 1977.
c. Member Allan advised the Board that he will be out of the
country from April 28 through May 31, 1977, and therefore, will not be
able to attend the last meeting in April and all the meetings in May.
d. Member Allan gave CAS A meeting material to Mr. Carniato,
District Counsel, for his review.
e. After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by
Member Rustigian, that Roger J. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer
appointee, be authorized actual expenses to attend the California Water
Pollution Control Association Conference in San Francisco on April 5,
1977; and in Anaheim on April 26-28, 1977. Motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
Gibbs
X.
ADJOURNMENT
At 8:55 P.M., President Boneysteele adjourned the meeting to 7:30 P.M.,
March 31, 1977.
COUNTERSIGNED:
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