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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
HELD MARCH 6,1975
The District Board of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened
in a Regular Session at its regular place of meeting located at 1250
Springbrook Road, Walnut Creek, County of Contra Costa, State of California,
on March 6,1975, at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
The meeting was called to order by President Boneysteele.
I.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
ABSENT:
Members:
Allan and Gibbs (excused)
II.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 20, 1975
After comments by Member Mitchell and Rustigian and President Boneysteele,
it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that the
Minutes of the Meeting of February 20,1975, be approved after making the
following corrections:
Under "VI. OLD BUSINESS, 1. REVIEW OF MAJOR TRUNK SEWER CAPACITIES, "
delete the last paragraph and insert the following:
"After discw:ì:.si.on wherein Member Mitchell expressed interest in
receiving additional information from staff pertaining to measurement of
individual lines at peak capacity, item was continued."
Under "VI. OLD BUSINESS, 3. REQUEST FOR AUDIENCE FROM SAN RAMON
HOME OWNERS AND SAN RAMON SCHOOL DISTRICT REQUEST FOR SERVICE TO LARWIN
PUMPING STATION," delete the last paragraph and insert the following:
"After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that staff
discourage annexation of properties located in the Valley Community
Services District."
Under "VIII. REPORTS
following sentence:
1.
GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER a.," add the
"Elapsed time of the contract is 50 percent."
Motion correcting the Minutes of February 20, 1975, carried by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 27,1975
2.
It was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
the Minutes of the Meeting of February 27, 1975, be approved as presented.
Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
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III.
EXPENDITURES
It was moved by Member Mitchell, Chairman, seconded by Member Rustigian,
members of the Expenditure Committee, that after review, that expenditures,
specifically, Sewer Construction Vouchers Nos. 2374 to 2389 inclusive,
Running Expense Vouchers Nos. 19864 to 19969 inclusive, and Local Improvement
District No. 54 Voucher No. 27 be approved. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
IV.
HEARINGS
1.
LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 54
RESOLUTION NO. , A RESOLUTION ORDERING CHANGES AND MODIFICATIONS
LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 54
President Boneysteele formally opened the Hearing on Local Improvement
District No. 54.
After recognizing Mr. Leon T. David, P. O. Box 656, Danville, (Parcel
54-2-3-5) who was present in the audience, it was moved by Member Rustigian,
seconded by Member Mitchell that the Hearing for Local Improvement District
No. 54 be continued to the meeting of March 20,1975, because of lack of a
quorum of members. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
V.
BIDS
None.
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
RESOLUTION NO. , A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SALARY SCHEDULE
FOR MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISORY DISTRICT EMPLOYEES
Recognizing the absence of members of the Personnel Committee, item
was continued.
2.
1974 MAINTENANCE REPORT
Board Members reviewed and discussed with staff the 1974 Maintenance
Report prepared by Mr. Hinkson, Manager, Maintenance Department.
After discussion wherein Mr. Horstkotte and Mr. Hinkson responded to
queries by Board Members as to various aspects of the Report, Board Members
complimented Mr. Hinkson and his Department Personnel for their performance
of work in 1974.
3.
RESOLUTION NO.
, A RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 75-8
Recognizing the absence of members of the Personnel Committee, item
was continued.
4.
AUTHORIZE GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER TO FILE DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT "NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT," PRIVATE JOB 2255, ESTATES DRIVE, LAFAYETTE
Board Members reviewed and discussed with staff a "Draft Environmental
Impact Report" for Private Job 2255 Estates Drive, Lafayette. After
discussion wherein staff was complimented on the "Draft Environmental Impact
Report," it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
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the General Manager-Chief Engineer be authorized to file "Notice of Completion
of Draft Environmental Impact Report," Private Job 2255 Estates Drive,
Lafayette, and that a public hearing to consider the subject "Draft
Environmental Impact Report" be scheduled for April 17, 1975. Carried by
the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
5.
REPORT ON PROPOSITION 9
Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, stated he was not prepared to
present to the Board Members a report and analysis on Proposition 9 at
this time.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that the report
and analysis of Proposition 9 by Mr. Bohn be scheduled for a future meeting.
Item was continued.
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
CONSENT ITEMS:
ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENTS AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT
a.
It was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
easements from:
Grantor
Job No.
Parcel No.
J. C. Simpson, et ux
Oakhill Assoc., Ptnsp.
Century Homes
2547
2517
1916
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2
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be accepted at no cost to the District and their recording ordered.
by the following vote:
Carried
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
2.
CORRESPONDENCE FROM MR. V. ALBERTZ, 65 PLEASANT VALLEY DR., WALNUT CREEK
Board Members reviewed correspondence from Mr. V. Albertz, 65 Pleasant
Valley Drive, Walnut Creek, wherein he requested determination by the Board
that installation of two hundred feet of 8-inch mainline sewer with manholes
to service his property at 1471 Cedar Lane in Alamo was economically unfeasible.
Discussion followed wherein staff indicated that installation of
manhole and 200 feet of 8-inch mainline sewer to service Mr. Albertz'
property would approximate $4,000.00. Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-
Chief Engineer, further stated that after review of the area in question, there
are additional parcels of properties, totalling ten in number, which
would indirectly benefit from the installation of this 8-inch mainline sewer.
Accordingly, cost per parcel would be less than the estimated $5,000.00 and
with consideration of rebate provisions, installation of the 8-inch mainline
sewer is economically feasible. Therefore staff recommends that the
County Health Department be advised that installation of sewer service is
economically feasible to service Mr. Albertz' parcel.
Discussion followed wherein Mr. Philip L. Coats, P. O. Box 246, Diablo,
addressed the Board as representative for Mr. V. Albertz. In his remarks
to the Board, Mr. Coats &taXeêthat he had more than twenty years in the con=
struction business. Based upon this experience, he considered staff's
determination that installation of sewers is not economically feasible
only if costs exceed 25 percent for the total project, is unrealistic.
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He further stated that cost for sewer installation in this instance would
approximate l4.2 percent. Again, based upon his construction experience
and information provided by selected staff personnel, cost in excess of
ten percent justifies a staff determination that installation of sewer
service facilities are economically not feasible.
After discussion wherein it was moved by Member Mitchell that staff's
determination that installation of sewer facilities to service Mr. Albertz'
property is economically feasible and that notification of such determination
be presented to the County Health Department, motion failed for lack of a
second. President Boneysteele stated that he would abstain from voting on
this matter because of a potential conflict of interest wherein he is a
personal friend to a professional associate of Mr. Albertz.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that staff solicit
official policy by the County Health Department related to installation of
septic tanks and the provision of sewer service facilities. Item continued.
3.
RESOLUTION NO. 75-12, A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR
POSITION OF JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
Resolution No. 75-12 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
4.
RESOLUTION NO. 75-13, A RESOLUTION APPOINTING JANENE M. MORRIS
TO POSITION OF JR. ACCOUNTANT
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
Resolution No. 75-13 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
5.
AUTHORIZE ENGAGEMENT OF CONSULTANT FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION PROGRAM
Board Members reviewed and discussed with staff, correspondece dated
February 26, 1975, received from Mr. Don McCormack concerning the engagement
of a consultant for the implementation of a District public information
program.
After discussion wherein Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief.'Epgineer,
and Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District participated, it was the consensus
of the Board that staff be authorized to conduct further negotiations
regarding professional services as may be provided by Mr. McCormack for the
District. Item was continued.
6.
DISCUSSION OF SB 275 - DILL ANALYSIS - COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
At the request of Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, item was continued
to the meeting of April 17, 1975.
7.
DISCUSSION OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PROGRAM
At the request of Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, item
was continued.
8.
AUTHORIZE ADDITIONAL STUDY ON SOLID WASTE ENERGY PROGRAM
Board Members reviewed and discussed correspondence dated March 3,1975,
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from Brown and Caldwell, Consulting Engineers to the District, regarding
a proposed solid waste incineration test. The proposed test would utilize
facilities of the City of Concord, as modified, and would cost approximately
$265,000.00 to provide a proto-type project for energy recovery of
municipal solid waste.
During the discussion, Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
stated that this proto-type project would explore the economic feasibility
of utilizing a multi-hearth furnace with an afterburner. He indicated
that in the event such project was determined to be feasible, the District's
program for energy recovery for municipal solid waste may be eligible for
State and Federal grant funds.
After further dis~ussion regarding the multi-hearth incineration process
for energy recovery of solid waste and recalcination of lime, item was
continued.
At 9:34 o'clock P.M., President Boneysteele adjourned the regular meeting.
At 9:43 o'clock P.M., President Boneysteele reconvened the meeting.
9.
SEWER JURISDICTION SPHERES OF INFLUENCE
Board Members reviewed and discussed correspondence dated February 21,
1975, received from the Local Agency Formation Commission regarding the
matter of water and sewer jurisdictions and "spheres of influence."
During the discussion, Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
utilizing a map, outlined to Board Members boundaries of "spheres of influence"
as designated by the Local Agency Formation Commission for selected municipalities
and which included selected properties proposed for development by developers
who have indicated a desire for sewer service from the District. Mr. Dean
P. LaField, Home Builders Association of Contra Costa-Solano Counties
Builders, Inc., addressed the --Board and stated that the matter of "spheres
of influence" for special districts was an item that a committee of his
organization wished to discuss with the Board at its meeting scheduled for
March 27, 1975.
After discussion wherein the Board recognized that an Environmental
Impact Report would be prepared for the San Ramon Valley Area for subsequent
presentation to the Local Agency Formation Commission prior to its
determination of "spheres of influence" for special districts, item was
continued.
10.
TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT, STAGE 5B, PHASE II
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that in the
event the District were to proceed with its solid waste energy resource
recovery project, it would be desirable that approximately 7.2 acres of
property adjacent to District facilities be acquired.
After discussion, item was continued.
11.
RESOLUTION NO. , A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING POLICIES OF THE
DISTRICT RELATED TO ANNEXATIONS, AND SEWER SERVICE TO NEW DEVELOPMENTS,
WITHIN THE SPHERE OF INFLUENCE OF THE CITY OF WALNUT CREEK
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chef Engineer, requested that this
item be deferred, as this is a matter that the selected committee of the Home
Builders Association of Contra Costa-Solano Counties, Inc., wishes to discuss
with the Board at its meeting of March 27, 1975. Item was continued.
12.
APPROVE "PRELIMINARY ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT," DSP 2572, RUDGEAR
ROAD, WALNUT CREEK
After review by Board Members and explanation by Mr. Horstkotte,
General Manager-Chief Engineer, of the "Prelimianry Environmental Assessment"
for DSP 2572 wherein Contra Costa County is the Lead Agency, it was
moved by l1~b-_eJ:Rustigian, seconded by Member Mitchell, that the "Preliminary
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Environmental Assessment" for DSP 2572, Rudgear Road, Walnut Creek, be
approved. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneystee1e
None
Allan and Gibbs
13.
AUTHORIZE $26,000.00 FOR SEWER RELOCATION, DSP 2572, RUDGEAR ROAD,
WALNUT CREEK
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
and Mr. Dalton, Deputy General Manager-Chief Engineer, it was moved by
Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Mitchell, that authorization for
$26,000.00 from the Sewer Construction Fund for sewer relocation, DSP 2572,
Rudgear Road, Walnut Creek, be approved. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Member s :
Members:
Member s :
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
14.
AUTHORIZE $2,000.00 FOR SURVEY OF EASEMENT LOCATIONS, LID 1, PLEASANT HILL
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Mitchell, that
authorization for $2,000.00 for survey of easement locations, LID 1, Pleasant
Hill be approved. Carried~by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
15.
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
AUTHORIZE STAFF ATTENDANCE AT FACTORY WITNESS TEST, MARCH 13-14,1975,
CHICAGO, ILL.
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
wherein he designated Mr. Niles, Manager, Plant Operatons Department,
to attend the Factory Witness Test, discussion followed.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that authorization for air transportation (coach) and per diem
for Mr. Niles to attend "Factory Witness Test" for the District's Water
Reclamation Project, March 13-14,1975, Chicago, Illinois, be approved.
Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
l6.
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
AUTHORIZE STAFF ATTENDANCE AT CALIFORNIA WATER POLLUTION CONTROL
ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONVENTION, APRIL 23-26,1975, LOS ANGELES
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, requested authorization
for attendance at the California Pollution Control Association Annual
Convention for five management personnel. Discussion followed, wherein
Member Mitchell moved that authorization for two staff personnel be
authorized to attend the convention. Motion failed for lack of a second.
It was then moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by President Boneysteele,
that authorization for transportation (coach), registration fees and expenses
for the General Manager-Chief Engineer, Deputy General Manager-Chief Engineer,
and Managers of Departments, to attend the California Wat:e-r-Pollution Control
Association Annual Convention, April 23-26, 1975, Los Angeles, be approved.
Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Member:
Members:
Rustigian and Boneysteele
Mitchell
Allan and Gibbs
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REQUEST FOR GARBAGE RATE INCREASES BY ORINDA/MORAGA DISPOSAL SERVICE, INC.
17.
Board Members acknowledged receipt of correspondence dated February 27,
1975, from Orinda/Moraga Disposal Service, Inc., wherein the Company requested
an 18 percent increase in garbage rates to be effective April 1, 1975.
Mr. Geno Banducci, representing The Orinda Association, addressed the
Board and stated that The Orinda Association considered this request
for an 18 percent increase for garbage rates to be excessive. He proposed
the formulation of a fact finding committee. Such committee would be
composed of a represe~v~from the Orinda/Moraga Disposal Service, Inc.,
City of Moraga, the District Board of Directors, a public citizen selected
at large residing in the area and The Orinda Association itself. Mr. Banducci
further stated that Mr. Joseph Harb, Certified Public Accountant, and currently
President of The Orinda Association, in conjunction with the Accountant for
the Orinda/Moraga Disposal Service, had reviewed in detail its financial
records and determined them to be satisfactory. Mr. Banducci stated that
the purpose of this Ad-Hoc Committee would be to review type of service
authorized and operational and financial data as may pertain to justification
for garbage rate increases.
Discussion followed with Mr. George Navone, Orinda/Moraga Disposal
Service, Inc., stating that inflationary factors and labor costs necessitated
an increase in garbage rates.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that the President of the Board be authorized to appoint a
Board Member as District representative of the Ad-Hoc Committee and that
the Secretary of the District provide administerial support and assistance
to the Ad-Hoc Committee. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
18.
OTHER BUSINESS ADDED BY SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
a.
APPROVAL OF $75,000.00 FOR EMERGENCY AUTHORIZATION TO INSTALL
A 6-INCH GAS LINE TO SERVE THE WATER RECLAMATION PLANT
RESOLUTION NO. 75-14, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING $75,000.00 FOR EMERGENCY
INSTALLATION OF 6-INCH GAS LINE TO SERVE WATER RECLAMATION PLANT AND
AUTHORIZING DISTRICT SOLICITATION OF THREE INFORMAL BIDS THEREFOR
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
and discussion by Board Members and Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, it
was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Mitchell, that
Resolution No. 75-l4 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
Allan and Gibbs
19.
INFORMATION
None.
VIII .
REPORTS
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GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
a. Upon the suggestion of Mr. Horstkotte and after discussion, it was
the consensus of the Board that staff schedule a tour of the District's
Water Reclamation Plant Facilities with representatives from Contra Costa
County Water District on March 22, 1975.
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b. Mr.
by the Board
Cole Jenson,
modification
Horstkotte reported that in accordance with previous authorization
on February 6, 1975, he had issued a Purchase Order to Peter
Inc., in the amount of $3,245.00 for DSP-2568 which is a
of the IS-inch line located in St. Mary's Road, Lafayette.
2.
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
Mr. Bohn commented on administrative procedures for the functioning
of the Ad-Hoc Committee to be formed to review the garbage rate increases
requested by Orinda/Moraga Disposal Service, Inc.
3.
SECRETARY
Mr. Davis reported that staff had received a copy of the franchise
contracts between the City of Walnut Creek and Valley Disposal Service, Inc.
He then explained the provisions pertaining to franchise fees for the City
of Walnut Creek.
4.
COMMITTEES
None.
IX.
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
President Boneysteele commended the staff on the organizational and
administrative handling Q£.' .í.hejoint meeting with representatives of the
City of Walnut Creek, February 27, 1975.
X.
ADJOURNMENT
At lO:35 o'clock P.M., President Boneysteele adjourned the meeting.
resident of the District Bo
Central Contra Costa Sanit y
of Contra Costa County, State
COUNTERSIGNED:
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Secretary of the District Board of the
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
of Contra Costa County, State of California
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