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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
HELD NOVEMBER 2,1972
The District Board of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened
in a Regular Session at its regular place of meeting located at 1250 Spring-
brook Road, Walnut Creek, County of Contra Costa, State of California, on
November 2,1972, at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
The meeting was called to order by President Allan.
1.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
ABSENT:
Members:
None
II.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
After comment by Member Mitchell and discussion by Board Members, it
was the consensus of the Board to continue the item, "II. APPROVAL OF
MINUTES", to the meeting of November 16,1972. In the interval, the Secretary
was requested to revise the Minutes of October 26,1972, in accordance with
guidance provided by Board Members.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 8:05 o'clock P.M., President Allan declared an Executive Session to
discuss a personnel matter.
At 8:48 o'clock P.M., President Allan reconvened the Regular Meeting.
III.
APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES
It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Gibbs, that the
expenditures, as reviewed by the Expenditure Committee, and as submitted
by the Acting General Manager-Chief Engineer, be approved, reference being
specifically made to Sewer Construction Vouchers Numbers 1598 to 1625, in-
clusive, Running Expense Vouchers Numbers 15316 to 15466, inclusive, Pay-
roll Vouchers Numbers 2315 to 2429, inclusive, Local Improvement District
No. 50 Construction fund vouchers Numbers 161 to 164, inclusive, and Local
Improvement District No. 51 Construction fund vouchers Numbers 22 and 23.
Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
None
None
IV.
HEARINGS
None.
V.
BIDS
None.
V1.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
STUDY SESSION - DRAFT ORDINANCE ON DISPOSAL SITES
Mr. Dalton, Acting General Manager-Chief Engineer, and Mr. Bohn, Counsel
for the District, recommended that the Board Members accept the draft District
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ordinance, dated October 31,1972, as presented by staff, and establish a
future date on which the hearing on the draft ordinance would be held. In
the interval, staff would have the opportunity to meet with all interested
parties in an attempt to resolve controversial items and the interested
parties would have an opportunity to review the draft ordinance and prepare
appropriate response for the hearing date. After discussion by Board Members
and staff, and acknowledgement of communication from the City of Concord on
the matter, it was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Boneysteele,
that the draft District ordinance dated October 31,1972, be accepted for
consideration for adoption by the Board at a hearing to be scheduled for
January 18, 1973. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigirn and Allan
None
None
President Allan acknowledged Mr. George Gordon, Attorney, representing
Acme Fill Corporation, in the audience.
Mr. Gordon acknowledged the Board's action on scheduling a hearing date
and welcomed the opportunity to review and discuss the draft ordinance with
the District. He noted that County's general plan on solid waste disposal
sites was scheduled for presentation to the County Planning Commission on
January 16, 1973. He indicated that, while he had not seen the County's
final general plan, the intervening interval may permit opportunity to re-
solve any conflicts that may exist between the County's plan and the intent
of the District's draft ordinance.
Board Members discussed Mr. Gordon's comments with Member Mitchell re-
porting that he had attended the recent meeting of the County's Planning
Commission wherein the draft of the County's general plan on refuse disposal
had been presented. He stated he had presented to the Planning Commission a
report on activities of the Sanitary District in the field of solid waste
management and the District's interest in protecting the health, safety and
welfare of the residents of Central Contra Costa County. Discussion followed
regarding Member Mitchell's comments and the concept of the County's general
plan with interest being expressed in road access to the Acme Fill disposal site.
While Mr. Gordon reviewed previous plans by the County to provide a northerly
access route to the Acme Fill site, Mr. Dalton, Acting General Manager-Chief
Engineer, noted that current County plans envisaged a southerly access route
to the disposal site from the freeway frontage road at the District's treatment
plant facility.
2.
LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 50
Mr. Dalton, Acting General Manager-Chief Engineer, reported that action
by the City of Martinez regarding rezoning of property was on schedule.
Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, reported progress on final settlement
of the contract with the District's contractor was proceeding although there
were some legal questions yet to be resolved.
3.
HOLDING BASIN, SCHEDULE II
After explanation by Mr. Dalton, Acting General Manager-Chief Engineer,
it was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Rustigian, that authorization
for $91.58 from the Sewer Construction fund for final settlement of the cost
for the Holding Basin, Schedule II, be approved. Carried by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
None
None
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1.
CONSENT ITEMS
VIr.
NEW BUSINESS
ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENTS AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT
It was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Rustigian, that ease-
ments from:
Grantor
Job No. Parcel No.
LID 54-1 16
2154 12
Carried by the following vote:
J. Michael Transchel, et ux
Joseph F. DeLong, et al
be accepted and their recording ordered.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
None
None
2.
CLAIM OF MELANIE M. ROOF IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,908.27
After explanation by Mr. Dalton, Acting General Manager-Chief Engineer,
and discussion by Board Members of the staff memorandum, it was moved by
Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Gibbs, that the claim of Melanie M.
Roof be referred to the District's insurance carrier with District obliga-
tion in the matter not to exceed $1,000.00. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
None
None
3.
ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENT FROM PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC AT A COST OF $200.00
After explanation by Mr. Dalton, Acting General Manager-Chief Engineer,
discussion by Board Members, and upon the recommendation of Mr. Dalton, it was
moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Rustigian, that acceptance of
an easement, District Sewering Project 1926, Parcel 3, from Pacific Gas and
Electric be approved at a cost to the District of $200.00 from Sewer Con-
struction fund. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
None
None
AUTHORIZATION OF ADDITIONAL $26,500.00 FOR WATERSHED STUDIES AND
ENGINEERING WORK
4.
Mr. Dalton, Acting General Manager-Chief Engineer, explained the request
for additional authorization of funds was predicated primarily for administrative
purposes and that all funds authorized were eventually recoverable through Water-
shed charges. Board Members and staff discussed the matter with interest being
expressed that further expenditure of funds of this nature be deferred until the
District's financial consultant, Bartle Wells and Associates, could report.
After further discussion and explanation by Mr. Dalton, it was moved by
Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Rustigian, that authorization of an additional
$26,500.00 from the Sewer Construction fund for Watershed Studies and Engineering
Work be approved. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
None
None
5.
REQUEST OF ORINDA/NORAGA DISPOSAL SERVICE FOR RATE INCREASE, EFFECTIVE
JANUARY 1,1973
6.
REQUEST OF LAFAYETTE GARBAGE DISPOSAL SERVICE, INC., FOR RATE INCREASE,
EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1,1973
The Board acknowledged receipt of correspondence from Orinda/Moraga Dis-
posal Service and Lafayette Garbage Disposal Service requesting a rate increase
effective January 1, 1973.
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After discussion by Board Members and staff, the Board tentatively scheduled
a public hearing to be held on December 7, 1972, to consider the rate increase re-
quest. Staff was requested to provide appropriate information and recommendations
to permit a study session by the Board at the meeting of November 30,1972.
7.
AUTHORIZATION OF $36,190.00 FOR COMBINED SLUDGE PROCESSING PROJECT
After explanation by Mr. Niles, Superintendent of Plant Operations, and
discussion by Board Members, it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by
Member Mitchell, that authorization of $36,190.00 from the Sewer Construction
fund for the Combined Sludge Processing Project be approved. Carried by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
None
None
8.
INFORMATION
a.
CORRESPONDENCE FROM THE ASSOCIATION OF BAY AREA GOVERNMENTS
Mr. Dalton, Acting General Manager-Chief Engineer, explained that the cor-
respondence from ABAG referred to a project proposed by the City of Concord
requesting grant funds to construct a pumping station and an interceptor line
to be connected to the District's plant and outfall line.
Board Members, staff and Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, discussed
various ramifications of the proposal, including its relationship to the
County's Water Quality Study and its possible impact upon the District in the
interim period.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that staff prepare a
communication for the President's signature indicating District approval of
the City's project subject to certain prescribed conditions.
b.
CORRESPONDENCE FROM CONTRA COSTA COUNTY WATER AGENCY
Board Members, staff and Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, discussed at
length and expressed views regarding the correspondence received from the Contra
Costa County Water Agency. Mr. Bohn was requested to prepare certain documents
for perusal by the Board.
c.
OTHER CORRESPONDENCE
Board Members noted correspondence received from the Shell Oil Company
dated October 26, 1972.
9.
OTHER BUSINESS ADDED BY SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
None.
10.
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
It was moved by Member Boneystee1e, seconded by Member Gibbs, that,
effective this date, sick leave for Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief
Engineer, be terminated and that Mr. Horstkotte resume his regular duties
as General Manager-Chief Engineer. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
None
None
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VIII.
REPORTS
1.
COMMITTEES
a.
PERSONNEL
Member Mitchell, Chairman of the Personnel Committee, reported that
the Committee had met regarding administrative procedures to be followed to
facilitate selection of personnel who had taken written examinations. After
discussion, staff was provided Board guidance in the manner of screening of
applicants for District positions.
b.
NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE FOR CITY OF CONCORD
Member Mitchell, member of the Negotiating Committee, reported that
the Committee had received a copy of the final report by the City of Concord's
consultant firm concerning possible consolidation of sewage treatment facili-
ties or annexation to the District.
Mr. Dalton, Administrative Engineer, reported that staff had been
in consultation with the officials of the City of Concord and that staff's
effort was oriented toward development of a memorandum of understanding
which may result in a contractual form of agreement between Concord and
the District.
Member Mitchell cautioned staff that it should not be aggressive
in seeking early annexation of the City of Concord.
Discussion followed with staff indicating it would review the
matter in further detail regarding its discussions with officials of the
City of Concord.
c.
AD~ISORY COMMITTEE ON SOLID WASTE RECYCLING
Member Boneysteele, Chairman of the Advisory Committee, noted
Board Members had a copy of the Minutes of the most recent meeting. He
indicated that as his schedule precluded his attendance at the next
meeting on November 8, 1972, Mr. Robert R. Grinstead, Vice Chairman of
the Committee, would preside and that Member Rustigian had agreed to
attend as a representative of the Board.
d.
BAY AREA SEWER SERVICE AGENCY
Member Gibbs, Member of the Executive Committee of BASSA, reported
that the agency was attempting to employ the services of a consultant firm.
He indicated that the Trustees of BASSA were still in an organizational
phase and that employment of a general manager would probably be several
months in the future.
Member Gibbs stated one of the major concerns for officials of
BASSA was to become intimate with present planning for the Bay Area regarding
water pollution.
2.
GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
Mr. Dalton, Administrative Engineer, acting for Mr. Horstkotte, General
Manager-Chief Engineer, reported the following:
a. Recommended the Board Members authorize a charge of $4.00 for
each copy for the District's book on Standard Specifications. It was
moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Gibbs, that a charge of
$4.00 per copy for the District's Standard Specifications be approved.
Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
None
None
b. Requested authorization for Mr. David Niles, Superintendent of Plant
Operations, to attend a sludge disposal seminar sponsored by the Environmental
Protection Agency in Anaheim, California, November 13-15, 1972. It was moved
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by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Rustigian, that authorization for Mr.
Niles to attend the sludge disposal seminar in Anaheim, California, on
November 13-15,1972, be approved and that Mr. Niles be authorized registra-
tion fees, per diem, and transportation. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian and Allan
None
None
c. Placement of the sewer line in Rahn Court, Walnut Creek, was com-
pleted but the overall project was not complete.
d. The District's Advanced Treatment Test Facility had been shut down
because modification to the City of Concord's incinerator was necessary.
He indicated the cost of converting Concord's incinerator would approximate
$7,000.00 to the District, however, such cost was recoverable through grant
funds.
e. Noted the Board Members had received copies of correspondence from:
Special Counsel for the District, Wilson, Jones, Morton and Lynch, dated
October 31, 1972; Mt. View Sanitary District, dated October 31,1972; and
correspondence by staff to the State Water Resources Control Board.
f. Receipt of correspondence from Hacienda Homes, Inc., Orinda,
California, a copy of which was provided Board Members.
Mr. Dalton, Administrative Engineer, reported that Hacienda Homes,
Inc. was desirous of obtaining sewage service from the District. He stated
part of the area to be served was presently within the District, however,
the Board had previously held a public hearing on this general area and had
received majority protest to annexation. In response to the request of
Hacienda Homes, Inc., Mr. Dalton requested funds to provide staff prelimin-
ary engineering studies for sewering the area.
Discussion followed with staff being directed to advise Hacienda
Homes, Inc., that their request for sewage service will be considered when
the District has received petitions from a majority of the property owners
requesting local improvement proceedings and annexation to the District
from properties not now within the District. Staff was requested to advise
Hacienda Homes, Inc., of administrative procedures for the submission of
petitions.
g. A meeting before the Local Agency Formation Commission which he
had attended regarding sewering the Muir Oaks area. He stated LAFCO
had rejected the protest to District Annexation 35 on the basis that the
annexation was complete and LAFCO had no further jurisdiction.
3.
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
a. Mr. Bohn reported on the current and projected activities as
visualized by Mr. Ernest M. Anderson, Patent Counsel, insofar as they
relate to the District and its treatment and water reclamation plant
expansion project. He indicated that, according to Mr. Anderson, there
were several patentable items that should be clarified.
Board Members, staff and Mr. Bohn, discussed the matter including
the relationship and responsibilities of the District's engineering con-
sultant firm, Brown and Caldwell, in designing the District's expanded
plant project.
It was the consensus of the Board that Mr. Anderson and Dr.
David Caldwell appear before the Board at its next meeting to discuss
the matter.
b. Mr. Bohn suggested that, in the matter of the District's proposed
ordinance on disposal sites, a letter be forwarded to Mr. John Clausen,
County Counsel, recommending that a sub-committee be formed from the County's
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newly appointed "Solid Waste Management Policy Committee" to examine the
feasibility of a contract or joint exercise of powers agreement with the
interested parties. Mr. Bohn suggested representation for the sub-com-
mittee should include the District, the County and the City of Concord.
Board Members indicated that a cooperative approach was desirable
and therefore interposed no objection to Mr. Bohn's suggestion.
4.
SECRETARY
None.
IX.
ADJOURNMENT
At 11:41 o'clock P.M., President Allan adjourned the meeting.
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Pr ident of the District Board of the
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District of
Contra Costa County, State of California
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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