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MINUTES OF A REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE
DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
HELD ON APRIL 1, 1982
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 April 1, 1982.
In the absence of Presidert Stanley, it was the consensus of the
Board that Member Dalton officiate as President Pro Tem.
President Pro Tem Dalton called the meeting to order and requested
the Secretary to call roll.
I.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Members:
Carlson, Boneysteele, Campbell and Dalton
ABSENT:
Member:
Stanley
IT.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 18, 1982
MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 27, 1982
2.
It was moved by Member Boneystee1e, seconded by Member Campbell,
that the minutes of February 18 and 27, 1982 be approved as presented.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members:
NOES: Members:
ABSENT: Member:
Carlson, Boneystee1e, Campb€11 and Dalton
None
Stanley
I I 1.
APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES
1.
LIST DATED APRIL 1,1982
~1ember Boneystee 1 e, member of the Budget and Fi nance Cornmi ttee,
stated that he had reviewed the expenditures and found them to be satisfactory.
It was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by President Pro Tem
Dalton, that the expenditures on the list dated April 1, 1982 covering
Running Expense Warrant Nos. 19639-19867; Sewer Construction Fund'
Warrant Nos. 4030-4042 and 1962-1981; and Payroll Fund Warrant Nos.
5356688-5356915 and Warrant No. 1801, be approved. Motion carried by
the following vote:
AYES: Members: Carlson, Boneystee1e, Campbell and Dalton
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Member: Stanley
IV. HEARINGS
1 a.
CONDUCT A HEARING FOR CONSIDERATION OF THE ADOPTION OF THE NEGATIVE
DECLARATION FOR THE BUTTNER ROAD'SEWER'PROJECT
ADOPT THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE BUTTNER 'ROAD SEWER PROJECT
b,
c,
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE BUTTNER ROAJ PROJECT DP 3334
Mr. Dolan. GM-CE, requested Mr. Jay McCoy~ Construction and Services
Division Manager, to provide a brief hi'story surr'ounding this project.
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Mr. McCoy explained that as a result of failing septic tanks, residents
of the Buttner Road area have been attempting to formulate a sewer
extension project for the past two years. The initial environmental
study has been prepared for the project and it has been determined that
the project will have no significant effects on the environment. A
IINotice of Intent to Issue a Negative Oeclarationll was sent to all
property owners fronting the proposed sewer main and to other responsible
agencies.
President Pro Tem Dalton then declared the hearing open for public
comments concerning the adoption of the Negative Declaration for the
Buttner Road Sewer Extension Project. Speaking in favor of the project
was Mrs. F. Sanford, owner of the property located at 2049 Buttner Road.
President Pro Tem Dalton asked if there was anyone else wishing to
comment on the Project. There was no one. After a brief Board discussion,
President Pro Tem Dalton declared the hearing closed.
It was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Campbell, that a
resolution adopting the Negative Declaration for the Buttner Road Sewer
extension Project (DSP 3334) be adopted. Resolution No. 82-33. Motion
carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Carlson, Boneysteele, Campbell and Dalton
None
Stanley
After Board and staff discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson,
seconded by Member Campbell, that the Buttner Road Sewer project, DSP
3334, be approved. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Carlson, Boneysteele, Campbell and Dalton
None
Stanley
v.
CONSENT CALENDAR
After discussion, it was moved by Member Boneystee1e, seconded by
Member Carlson, that Items 1 through 3 be approved, necessary resolutions
adopted and their recording authorized where applicable.
1.
Acceptance of easements at no cost to the District, adopt respective
resolutions and authorize recording.
Grantee
Area
Job No.
Pcl
Res.
Chas. John Vosicka
Danville
690
2
82-34
2.
Accept Grant of Easement DSP 2695, Parcel 15, Walnut Creek area, at
a cost of $3,500 to the District and authorize recording.
Resolution No. 82-35.
3.
Authorize execution of a Quitclaim Easement, Martinez area, Job
2962 (Subdivision 5139 - Lot 116) and authorize recording.
Resolution No. 82-36.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Carlson, Boneysteele, Campbell and Dalton
None
Stanley
v!.
ENGINEERING
1.
APPROVE AMENDMENT NO~ 11 TO THE TASK A AGREEMENT WITH METCALF & EDDY
FOR DESIGN OF PRESENT WALL PANEL ANCHORAGE MODIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZE
$73,040 IN SEWER CONSTRUCTION FUNDS
Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, advised that M&E's subconsultants (H. J. Degenkolb)
have concluded their evaluation of deficiencies in the precast wall
panels of the Solids Conditioning Building and other structures throughout
ttr~ Jrea~m~,.nt flant. De8~nko1b is now prepared to proceed with actual
.de~~9g ~~r~ fìD~ wp1.J p~'l anchorage modifications. Mr. Dolan explained
"the scope' of the work.
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Member Carlson commented that while he concurs with the findings,
he does not feel that the $73,040 budget for the design of panel anchorage
modifications is justified.
After Board and staff discussion, it was moved by Member Boneys.tee1e,
seconded by President Pro Tem Dalton, that the General Manager-Chief Engineer
be authorized to execute Amendment No. 11 to the Metcalf and Eddy Task A
Agreement for design of precast wall panel anchorage modifi~ations and
authorize $73,040 to cover the cost of the work. Motion carried by the
fo 11 owi ng vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Member:
Member:
Boneystee1e, Campbell and Dalton
Carlson
Stanley
AUTHORIZE $7,000 FOR DESIGN OF THE HOLDING BASIN "eal RENOVATION
PROJECT (DP 3615)
2.
After explanation of the proposed work by Dr. Weddle, Deputy Chief
Engineer, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Campbell, to
authorize $7,000 for design of ' the Holding Basin "C" Renovation Project
(DP 3615). Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members: Carl son, Boneysteele, tampbe11 and Dalton
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Member: Stanley
VI I. SOLID ,WASTE
1.
REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS FOR GARBAGE RATE INCREASES
Mr. Funasaki, Finan¿e Officer, reviewed ih detail the analysis
regarding rate increases requested by Valley Disposal Service, Inc.,
Diablo Disposal Service, Inc., and Lafayette Garbage Disposal Service,
Inc, '
Mr. Funasaki stated that the objective of this analysis is to
evaluate the expense projections contained in the franchisees' applications
and to prepare adjusted computations producing a 95% operating ratio.
The rate increases requested by the three garbage franchise holders are:
15% for Valley Disposal and Diablo Disposal, and 14% for Lafayette
Garbage Disposal with an effective date of April 1, 1982 for both.
Staff recommends that the Board consider the results of the analysis and
schedule a public hearing concerning the matter on April 15,1982.
Present in the audience were Messrs. Farentino and Grodin representing
the three Disposal Companies and Mr. Sanford Skaggs, their Counsel. Mr,
Skaggs responded to questions posed by th~ Board regarding wages of
route personnel, leased equipment, and the garbage rate increase granted by the
City of Walnut Creek.
After discussion,. it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by
Member Boneystee1e, that a public hearing be scheduled for April 15, to
consider garbage rate increases for Valley Disposal Service, Inc.,
Diablo Disposal Service, Inc. and Lafayette Garbage Disposal Service.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
~1embers :
Member:
Carlson, Boneysteele, Campbell and Dalton
None
Stanley
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VII 1.
REAL PROPERTY
AUTHORIZE DISTRICT COUNSEL TO PROCEED WITH CONDEMNATION OF PROPERTY OWNED
BY SHARON A. GRACE AND AUTHORIZE $5,900 FOR CONDEMNATION - PROJECT 2695
1.
Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, reported that staff has analysed the alternate route for
the 18' trunk sewer as suggested by Ms. Grace's attorney and referred to
Mr. Jay McCoy, who stated the proposal was impractical for the following
reasons:
(1)
There would be no benefit gained by the District with an added
cost of $15,000.
(2)
The two additional right angle turns;'in the horizontal alignment
of the sewer would decrease the flow carrying capability of the
line.
(3)
The sewer would have to be routed around a garage at the North
end of Madsen Lane
(4)
The sugge?~ed route would require acquisition of an additional
number of sewer easements.
Mr. Carniato, District Counsel, advised that he ha~ contacted Mr.
Arons, attorney representing Ms. Grace, and informed him of the findings
of the analysis. Mr. Carniato's recommendation was to proceed with the
condemnation. '
After discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member
Campbell, to authorize District Counsel to proceed with condemnation
proceedings of the property owned by Sharon Grace and that a resolutiQn be
adopted to that effect (Resolution No. 82-36A); arid deposit $5,900 with the
County Tre9surer as a possibTe compensation for the easement. Motion carried by
the fó11owlng vote:
AYES: Members:
NOES: Members:
ABSENT: Member:
Carlson, Boneysteele, Campbell and Dalton
None
Stanley
IX. ' PERSONNEL
AUTHORIZE HIRING OF PERSONNEL FOR SEASONAL 'PROJECTS IN 1982
1.
Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, reviewed the próþosa1 to hire personnel for
seasonal projects and referred to Mr. Chuck Batts, Maintenance Division
Manager, to give a presentation on the attomp1ishments of the seasonal
help in his Divison during the previous year. Mr. Batts provided a
time/motion study emphazing the productivity of the seasonal help.
After review and Board discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson,
seconded by Member Campbell, to authorize the hiring of 31 persons on a
seasonal help basis to work on projects in the various Departments and
Divisions of the District. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member':
Carlson, Boneystee1e, Campbell and Dalton
None
Stanley
Mr. Robert Collins, President of the Employees' Association addressed
the Board requesting that the $5.00-$6.00 wage scale for the seasonal
help be raised to $5.50-$6.50. After a brief discussion, it was the
consensus of the Board to take no action on the matter at this time.
2.
ADOPT DISCIPLINARY POLICY AND PROCEDURES
After explanation by Mr. Paul Morsen, Administrative Department
Manager, and Board discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded
by Member Campbell, to (1) adopt the Disciplinary Policy and Procedures
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to be applicable to both the CCCSD Employees' A5sociatio~, Local #1 and
the Management Support/ Confidential Group effective April 1, 1982, and
(2) declare that the terms of the Disciplinary Policy and Procedure
shall supersede any conflicting sections of the present Chapter 4 of the
District Code regarding disciplinary procedures, with the understanding
that Chapter 4 will, be appropriately amended at a future date. Motion
carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
t1ember:
Carlson, Boneystee1e, Campbell and Dalton
None
Stan~ey
Mr. Dolan extended his appreciation to Messrs. Morsen, Collins and
Platt for their assistance in the development of this policy.
x.
ITEMS LATE FOR THE AGENDA
None.
XI.
REPORTS
1.
GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
a. Mr. Dolan requested Board authorization for staff attendance at
the CASA meeting in Sacrèmento on May 7 & 8, 1982.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by
Member Campbell, to authorize attendance of five Bóard Members, three
staff and the District Counsel at the CAS A meeting on May 7 & 8,1982.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Membe~s:
NOES: ,Members:
ABSENT: Member:
Cãr1son, Boneysteele, Campbell a~d Dalton
None
Stanley
b. Mr. Dolan advised that the Computer has now been installed in
the Accounting Office and the Board is welcome to inspect the equipment.
c. Mr. Dolan reported that all the asbestos has been removed from
the Pump Room at the Treatment Plant. The cost of the project amounted
to $34,000, rathe~,than the estimated $49,000 authorized for the work.
The excess funds will be returned to the Sewer Construction Fund.
d. Mr. Dolan advised that one of the boilers at the Treatment
Plant has been retrofitted to burn landfill gas and the other boiler is
in the process of being retrofitted. The work is expected to be completed
by mi d April.
e. In answer to Board query regarding plant flows. Mr. Robert
Baker, Plant Operations Manager, responded that the flows have been high
as a result' of the wet weather and that the Holding Basins are almost
full.
f. Mr. Dolan indicated that he would have two items for discussion
in Closed Session.
2.
COUNSELFQR THE DISTRICT
a. Mr. Carniato explained the status of the Micro-Age Computer
damage claim and recommended denial. After discussion, it was moved by
Member Campbe,ll, seconded by r~ember Carlson, that the claim from Micro-
Age Computer be denied. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Carlson, Boneysteele, Campbell and Dalton
None
Stanley
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b. Mr. Carniato indicated that he had received correspondence from
Mr. Levy, attorney for Mt. View,Sanitary District, proposing changes to
the Martinez/Central San Agreement where it concerns annexation to
Centra 1 San., He requested that thi s matter be di scussed further at a
future meeting.
c. Mr. Carniato presented a draft of the proposed amendment to the
City of Concord Agreement regarding the enforcement of the Federal
Source Control Pretreatment Regulations
After review and discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that
the proposed amendment was satisfactory as drafted and that it be
forwarded to the City of Concord for review and approval.
d. Mr. Carn-iato requested that an Adjourned Meeting be held on
April 22 for the purpose of reviewing and reporting on current and
potential litigation matters. The Board expressed no objection.
3.
SECRETARY:
a. Mr. Hopkins asked for the Board's position on two proposed
State Assembly Bills: AB 2400 regarding Elections by Mail and AB 2659
regarding the awarding of garbage franchises by competitive bidding.
After Board and staff discussion, it was the consensus that no
action be taken on the proposed AB 2400 and to watch the progress of
proposed AB 2659. .
4.
COMMITTEES:
a. Member Carlson advised that he had attended the Management/
Supervisory Dinner Meeting. The program for the evening centered around
Quality Circles, which seemed to receive considerable support.
b. Member Boneystee1e reported on the San Francisco Bay Area Major
Municpal Sewer Association (Union of Dischargers) Meeting that he had
attended with Mr. Dolan.
XI L MATTERS FROM THE BOARD NOT ON THE AGENDA
. a. President Pro Tem Dalton inquired about the,Environmental
Assessment Report for the Contra Costa Water District Alum Sludge Ponds.
Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, advised that this matter would be discussed under the
District Counsel's report in Closed Session.
b. Member Boneystee1e inquired as to he reason the District is no
longer using its Post Office Box Number. Staff responded that the Post
Office Box is being phased out due to the anticipated move into the new
Office Building at the Plant.
At 9:55 p.m., President Pro Tem Dalton recessed the meeting.
At 10:01 p.m., President Pro Tem Dalton reconvened the meeting.
XIII.
CLOSED SESSION
At 10:02 p.m., President Pro Tem Dalton declared a Closed Session
to discuss various items of Litigation, potential litigation, litigation
bills, Meet and Confer items and certain personnel items. '
At 11 :20 p.m., President Pro Tem concluded the Closed Session and
reconvened the meeting in Open Session.
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XIV.
ACTIONS RESULTING FROM DISCUSSION IN CLOSED SESSION
1.
APPROVAL OF LITIGATION BILLS
It was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Carlson, that
the statements from: Malcolm Pirnie in the amount of $11,194.19; Crosby,
Heafey, Roach & May in the amount of $23,618.97; Corbett, Kane, Beck and
Barton in the amount of $262.50; O'Brien Krietzberg in the amount of
$36,939.19 and John J. Carniato in the amount of $14,577.65, be approved.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Carlson, Boneysteele, Campbell and Dalton
None
Stanley
2. As a result of discussion in Closed Session, it was moved by Member
Boneysteele, seconded by Member Carlson, that the accumulated vacation
limit policy be temporarily waived for the General Manager-Chief Engineer.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Membe r :
Carlson, Boneysteele, Campbell and Dalton
None
Stanley
XIV.
ADJOURNMENT
At 11 :20 p.m., President Pro Tem Dalton adjourned the meeting.
It)E~J.,-~
President Pro Tem of the District Board
of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary
District, County of Contra Costa, State
of Cali forni a
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