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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 10-19-00 192 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT . HELD ON OCTOBER 19, 2000 The District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened in a regular session at its regular place of meeting, 5019 Imhoff Place, Martinez, County of Contra Costa, State of California, at 2:00 p.m. on October 19, 2000. President Lucey called the meeting to order and requested that the Secretary call roll. 1. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Members: Nejedly, Menesini, Hockett, Boneysteele, Lucey ABSENT: Members: None a. INTRODUCE NEW EMPLOYEE . DAVID ROBBINS. INSTRUMENT SHOP SUPERVISOR Mr. David Robbins, Instrument Shop Supervisor, was introduced and welcomed to the District by President Lucey and the Board of Directors. 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS None 3. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by President Lucey and seconded by Member Menesini, that the Con~ent Calendar, consisting of Items a. and b., be approved as recommended, resolutions adopted as appropriate, and recordings duly authorized. a. Quitclaim Deed to William E. Bonette and Margaret E. Bonette, Walnut Creek, DP 4511, was approved; the President of the Board and the Secretary of the District were authorized to execute and record said Quitclaim Deed with the Contra Costa County Recorder; and Resolution No. 2000-152 was adopted to that effect. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Lucey, Menesini, Nejedly, Hockett, Boneysteele None None b. The Board's regularly scheduled meeting on November 16, 2000, at 2:00 p.m., was established as the date and time for a public hearing to receive comments on proposed Reimbursement Fees for properties which could directly connect to sewers installed by private individuals identified as Projects 5218,5309,5346,5375,5381, and 5391. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Lucey, Menesini, Nejedly, Hockett, Boneysteele None None 10 19 00 193 4. HEARINGS a. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING: ADOPT A RESOLUTION OVERRULING PROTESTS: ADOPT A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING COMPLIANCE WITH CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION. ARTICLE XIIID. SECTION 4: ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING ENGINEER'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING IMPROVEMENT: AND AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH VIA CERRADA PARCEL OWNERS IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE VIA CERRADA CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2000-6. DP 5486 Mr. Charles W. Batts, General Manager, introduced Mr. Curtis W. Swanson, Environmental Services Division. Manager. Before beginning discussion of the Via .Cerrada Contractual Assessment District (CAD), Mr. Swanson reviewed Board decision points relating to the CAD process. First the Board initiates formation of the CAD; then a public hearing is conducted to consider and approve the Engineer's Report and Assessment, the Board makes a decision whether to proceed with funding for the CAD, and improvement is ordered; and finally after the construction has been completed and all the bills have been received, the final assessments are confirmed and levied. Mr. .Swanson stated that the Via Cerrada CAD is at the second decision point. Three parcel owners on Via Cerrada in Alamo have requested that the District form a CAD for the purpose of financing and constructing a public sewer system to serve their properties. In July 2000 when formation of the Via Cerrada CAD was initiated, the Board made an exception to the five property minimum requirement without establishing a precedent. Staff had recommended approval of the CAD because there were only three properties that could be served and it was at the end of the line. Design has now been completed and bids secured. The estimated cost of construction of the proposed project to extend the public sewer is $65,600. Based on three participants and an interest rate of 7.5 percent, the estimated cost per participant is $21,900 or $3,150 annually for ten years. At 2:07 p.m., President Lucey opened the public hearing to announce the tabulation of ballots submitted by owners of each affected parcel and to receive comments on the project, the Via Cerrada CAD No. 2000-6, DP 5486. Mr. Swanson announced the results of the ballots submitted by owners of each affected parcel in the Via Cerrada CAD No. 2000-6. Three ballots were received. All three ballots were in favor of and none were opposed to the proposed assessment. There being no further comments, President Lucey closed the public hearing at the hour of 2:08 p.m. In response to questions from Member Nejedly, Mr. Swanson stated that the three parcels that would be served by this CAD are at the end of the line. The surrounding parcels are all connected to the pùblic sewer system. Member Nejedly asked if there are failing septic tanks on any of the parcels that would be served. Mr. John Springarn, owner of one of the parcels, stated that his septic tank is failing and when it rains there is a problem. The other property is higher so the problem is not so great. Member Nejedly stated that when this CAD was originally proposed it was because the septic tanks in the area were failing and formation of a CAD would help protect against a public health hazard. The District will receive interest on the money used to finance the CAD equal to what would have been earned if the money was invested. The District has established criteria for the CAD Program. A minimum of five parcels was used as the basis for helping eliminate islands within the District boundaries. In this case there is no other island in the area. Providing this service is at the sole discretion of the Board and the Board can change its mind. Member Nejedly stated that he has a problem with some of the CAD's because he believes they do not meet the intent of the program. This CAD does meet the intent of the program even though there are only three parcels. 10 19 Off'" (;-~' I . ':;;¡ .j J 194 Member Menesini agreed with Member Nejedly, stating that this is an island in the middle of the District that must be served sooner or later. Member Menesini stated that he believes these islands should be served by the District. President Lucey stated that he voted against this item initially and he will continue to vote against it. The CAD Program is a pilot program and a meeting has been scheduled in November 2000 to review the pilot. President Lucey stated that he would delay action on all CAD's pending discussion of the pilot program in November. Member Boneysteele stated that he originally voted no on this and then moved for reconsideration because he thought there were a lot of extenuating circumstances for the homeowners in this case. The CAD Program is an experimental program. Criteria were set up and the Via Cerrada CAD did not meet those criteria. Apparently staff did nothing. to discourage these people from thinking they would get favorable Board action. Member Boneysteele stated that he thinks the policy meeting that has been scheduled is badly needed. Member Hockett stated that when the CAD process was first delineated, it was a pilot. It was a pilot because it was a new program for the District and new for the communities we serve. A framework was set for the CAD Program to see if it would work and if there were things that needed to be done to make it work. Member Hockett stated that the District needs to be able to serve the public and remain flexible. Approval of each individual CAD is at the discretion of the Board. Member Hockett stated that she would hate to see the Board make decisions on condemning a family home based on its rigidity. Member Hockett stated that she is in favor of approving the Via Cerrada CAD. President Lucey stated that this is not condemnation. Member Boneysteele stated that it is because of a failing septic tank and a family's inability to finance a sewer. It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member Menesini, that Resolution No. 2000-153 be adopted, overruling protests for the Via Cerrada CAD No. 2000-6, DP 5486; that .Resolution No. 2000-154 be adopted, confirming compliance with California Constitution, Article XIIID, Section 4; that Resolution No. 2000-155 be adopted, approving Engineer's Report, assessments, and ordering improvement; and that the General Manager be authorized to execute an agreement with the Via Cerrada parcel owners. Motion approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Hockett, Menesini, Nejedly, Boneysteele NOES: Members: Lucey ABSENT: Members: None b. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO ESTABLISH REPAYMENT FEES FOR THE ALHAMBRA WAY CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 98-1 Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that this item deals with the setting of a reimbursement fee for a public sewer extension along Alhambra Way in Martinez that was constructed under the Alhambra Way CAD No. 98- 1. The repayment fee is a fee to be paid by non-participants in the CAD if they connect to the sewer within a 20 year time frame. Mr. Batts introduced Mr. Curtis W. Swanson, Environmental Services Division Manager, who stated that construction for the Alhambra Way CAD was completed in late 1998 and final assessments were set in May 1999. The Board must set a reimbursement fee for the one non-participant in accordance with Chapter 6 of the District Code. Mr. Swanson reviewed the assessments for the Alhambra Way CAD participants, and recommended that a reimbursement fee of $9,166.16 be established for the one non- participant at 4510 Alhambra Way. As with all other reimbursement fees adopted after July 1998, this fee would be in existence for 20 years. l(Þ 19 ,[\ r~ UU 195 At 2:20 p.m., President Lucey opened the public hearing to receive comments on the proposed repayment fees for the Alhambra Way CAD No. 98- 1. There being no comments, the public hearing was closed; Mr. Swanson stated that the owner of 4510 Alhambra Way was notified of the public hearing, advised what the repayment fee would be, and made aware of how the repayment fee would affect them. Discussion followed with regard to whether nearby properties are connected to the public sewer or served by septic tanks. It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member Menesini, that Resolution No. 2000-156 be adopted, establishing reimbursement fees in the amount of $9,166.16 for the Alhambra Way CAD No. 98-1. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Hockett, Menesini, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Lucey None None 5. CALL FOR REQUESTS TO CONSIDER ITEMS OUT OF ORDER None 6. BIDS AND AWARDS a. CONSIDER RESPONSIVENESS/RESPONSIBILITY OF KRISTIN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY'S BID. AND CONSIDER AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE HARTZ AVENUE SEWER RELOCATION PROJECT. DP 5451 : AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE A REAL PROPERTY AGREEMENT Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that at a recent Board Meeting, staff presented information to the Board on the difficulty of storm damage projects due to their costs, property owner involvement, easement issues, complexity, and time constraints. The. Hartz Avenue Sewer Relocation Project involves securing the stream bank from erosion by using a retaining wall and relocating a 30-inch sewer line from the stream bank area to an alignment under a commercial structure. One of the critical aspects of this project is completing this project in time to avoid the winter rains and in time to allow lease negotiations to be completed on the commercial property. One of the concerns of staff on this project was the ability of the low bidder, Kristin Construction, to perform the required work within the project time schedule. Mr. William E. Brennan, Capital Projects Division Manager, has explained these concerns to the contractor and reviewed his proposed construction schedule. District staff now believes that Kristin Construction has the ability to complete the Hartz Avenue Sewer Relocation Project as required. In light of this critical time factor, an amended position paper has been prepared and distributed to the Board, recommending award of this project to the lowest responsible bidder, Kristin Construction. Mr. John Northrop, the owner of Kristin Construction, is in the audience if the Board should have any questions. In response to questions from the Board, Mr. Brennan provided a summary of questions asked and the responses of Kristin Construction. Mr. Brennan stated that in addition Mr. Northrop provided a schedule demonstrating how he would complete the project in a reasonable time period. The project is scheduled to begin on Novemþer 1, 2000 and be completed by December 31, 2000. Following discussion of the need for timely completion of the project and the sensitivity of the area, it was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by President Lucey, that award of a construction contract be authorized to the lowest responsive responsible bidder, Kristin Construction Company in the amount of $338,990 for construction of the Hartz Avenue Sewer Relocation Project, DP i4-41; and that the General Manager be -6'f51 10 )_9 /ry~ .f"f¡. 1,1 .'" ~¡ ID '{j/V 196 authorized to execute a real property agreement with the property owners Mr. and Mrs. Adler. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. a. 10 7. REPORTS GENERAL MANAGER 1 ) Mr. Batts, General Manager, introduced Mr. Tad Pilecki, Senior Engineer, who provided an update on the A-Line predesign and right-of-way acquisition, DP 4717. Mr. Pilecki stated that the driving force for this project were the wet weather overflows that occurred in 1982 and 1 986 in the area of the Regency Theater and Bailor Lane in Pleasant Hill. In 1985- 1986 the Collection Sy~tem Master Plan was conducted, and a portion of the Southern Pacific righ~-of-way was purchased from Contra Costa County for $5.6 million. In 1986-1987, John Carollo Engineers completed the Contra Costa Boulevard/A-Line Facility Plan which looked at routing alternatives. In 1990-1991, the Pleasant Hill Relief Interceptor/A-Line Predesign was done by Montgomery Watson, and in 1991 the District Board of Directors certified the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the A-Line and authorized right-of-way acquisition. In February 1999, Carollo Engineers (formerly John Carollo Engineers) was hired to complete the predesign to get this project to a point where the alignment corridor could be secured and protected, Southern Pacific right-of-way easements could be revised, and coordination with other agencies could be better done. Mr. Pilecki showed the alignment and described the route. Mr. Pilecki stated that it is planned that the A-Line Project will be built in multiple phases. In 1994 Phase 1 of the A-Line was completed. About 7,000 of the 37,000 feet have been completed. Based on the latest Collection System Master Plan, Phase 2 of this project will not be needed for about ten years so we are able to extend the project schedule as we get better information. However, staff may come to the Board to request that pieces of the project be built sooner to avoid future conflicts with other agencies or if the City of Concord decides to work with the District to eliminate its pumping station. Member Menesini requested a copy of the alignment map. It was provided to the Board later in the meeting. Mr. Pilecki stated that the purpose of the predesign is to secure and protect the alignment corridor, revise the Southern Pacific right-of-way easements, and coordinate with the need for other agencies' projects. It is estimated that right-of-way acquisition will cost about $1 million for the areas where the District does not have rights. Mr. Pilecki showed slides and identified right-of-way issues beginning with photos of the A-Line route at the Buchanan Golf Course parallel with Concord Avenue. There are issues with the golf course lessee and their potential loss of revenue, and the County wants to use a portion of this area for storm water retention. In the area of Meridian Park looking south at Burnette Avenue, issues include minimizing impacts on the post office. At Meridian Park looking south at Galaxy Way is where the Concord pumping station would come in and Home Depot is in this area. The A-line will be located in the levy road of the North Walnut Creek Channel near the Hilton Hotel. Water World Park and the Concord pumping station are also in this area. Staff is working with the Contra Costa Watershed Forum and the Walnut Creek Subcommittee who are looking at how to beautify this portion of the creek. In the area of the west bank of the Walnut Creek at the Willows Shopping Center, staff is working with the East Bay Regional Park District who is putting pedestrian under crossings at three of the bridges. The East Bay Municipal Utility District Mokelumne Aqueduct crosses in the area of the Walnut Creek Channel at the Highway 242 crossings. Since the existing and future A-Line must go over the top of this structure and near Highway 242 supports, it is important for the District to protect this area for its future use. The A-Line alignment near Monument Boulevard is where the Walnut Creek Channel 19 O() 197 meets the Southern Pacific right-of-way. There is a mobile home park near this site that has allowed mobile homes to be established over the easement. Staff is working with them and they are being cooperative. There is a bòx culvert at this location where an 84-inch storm drain comes into the Walnut Creek Channel. Hookston Station businesses were built . over the alignment in the area of Mayhew Way. Staff is also working with the Iron Horse Trail Gap Closure Committee. Just south of Hookston Station there is a storm drain" fiberoptic cable, and other underground existing uses. In response to questions from the Board, Mr. Pilecki stated that in order for the District to protect its rights, easements and legal descriptions must be shifted to areas that are free and clear and then recorded. Mr. Kenton L. Aim, Counsel for the District, stated that the District has recorded easements but in some locations the easements are not the best place to put the pipe because of the conflicts. The District has an agreement with the County that they will shift the easements so we have better rights in the corridor. It is necessary to proceed with the predesign so the exact locations can be determined and recorded. Mr. Pilecki stated that both the existing and future A-Line go under the Pleasant Hill BART crossing temporary parking lot. Staff is working with the Green Space Advisory Committee who is looking at putting in various open space improvements in this area. Under the Pleasant Hill BART tracks there is a major deviation to detour around the BART piers which are located in some of the original easements purchased from the County. At Treat Boulevard,. staff is working with the Treat Boulevard Pedestrian Over Crossing Advisory Committee. The best location for the District pipe is also the best location for the pedestrian bridge. This may be one of the areas where a section of the A-Line will be built earlier to coordinate with the pedestrian bridge project. There is a short reach along Jones Road. At Ygnacio Valley Road there is another pedestrian bridge. The District exchanged easements in this area to get the pipe out from under the existing pedestrian bridge. In closing, Mr. Pilecki stated that staff is working with a number of agencies and committees. The predesign is providing the information needed to refine District easements, protect the right-of-way, and coordinate with the other agencies. The draft final report is expected from Carollo Engineers in about a month. 2) Mr. Batts, General Manager, introduced Mr. David Clovis, Safety and Risk Manager, who provided an update on the usage and coordination of cellular telephones with the mobile radio system. Mr. Clovis stated that most of his role is based on inherited oversight and coordination of this program to ensure that safety issues are met and to insure availability during an emergency. In 1999 the District spent $ 1 83,000 for total telephone services. Of that, $53,700 or about 27 percent of the communication cost for the District was for Nextel usage. Approximately $5,800 a year is spent on purchase of hand held mobile radio units. The District radio system has been around for a number of years. It is a low frequency party line system and a reliable back up system. Mr. John A. Larson, Director of Collection System Operations, described the radio system and indicated that the operating cost per year is about $ 1 5,000. The County is exploring a high frequency system. District staff is watching that to see if that system is something we would recommend going forward with for our use. Mr. Clovis stated that the District has two mobile telephone programs. Managers may purchase a cellular telephone at their own expense and be reimbursed up to $50 per month for monthly charge and business calls. Ten managers currently participate in this program. The second program is the 10 19 fn~ {'i~ U~j 198' Emergency Team Reimbursement Program. Five employees living in different parts of the District service area have been designated to respond in the event of emergencies. The cost of the cellular telephone and monthly charge is reimbursed by the District. The remaining cellular telephones are the Nextel system units used principally in the field and on the plant site. These units can function as a cellular telephone or two-way radio where you can communicate either individually or with all of the units on the system. There are a total of 71 ,Nextel units. Approval to procure a Nextel unit typically comes from the Department Director. Mr. Clovis stated that in addition to the radio system described by Mr. Larson, the Plant Operations Department has a separate hand held radio system which is used for confined space entry and work around the Plant. BREAK At 3:37 p.m., President Lucey declared a recess, reconvening at the hour of 3:48 p.m. with all parties present as previously designated. 7) 1("." ! " \j} 3) Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that the District will be advertising for bids for the Pleasant Hill Relief Interceptor Project, Phase 4. The project is approximately 7,200 feet of 30-inch to 42-inch pipe. The engineer's estimate for the work is $6.7 million. 4) Mr. Batts, General Manager, distributed copies of the District's response letter to a request for information from the Grand Jury. The request for such information is a normal inquiry and happens every two or three years. Occasionally District staff meets with the Grand Jury. They have not asked for a meeting this year but staff would be happy to meet with them if they wish. . 5) Mr. Batts, General Manager, reported that the Collection System Operations (CSO) Department provided assistance to the City of Antioch on the night of October 10, 2000. CSO employees Paul Louis, Steve Sauter, Dennis Almond, Wilson Bro,oks, and Chris Keith aided the City in controlling a sewer overflow from a 33-inch trunk sewer. The District was the closest agency with the needed equipment. The overflow was estimated at 200,000 gallons. District personnel helped clean out the sewer and pump the flow around the problem. The estimated cost to the District was $4,000. District Counsel and staff have been asked to work on a mutual aid agreement for neighboring public entities who might request such aid in the future. . The Board commended staff for their assistance to the City of Antioch. Following discussion, it was agreed that the City would be billed for the labor costs involved and that staff will look into developing a ,mutual aid agreement. 6) Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that the,District management team will meet offsite on November 28 and 29, 2000 for a review of the District's Strategic Plan, an evaluation of unfinished items, and follow up required on items related to the overall goals of the plan. Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that the Employees Activity Committee has changed the annual holiday party from an evening dinner/dance to a holiday luncheon. The change is an attempt to involve more employees in this seasonal activity and to make such activities more inclusive. The holiday luncheon will be held on December 12, 2000, at 11:30 a.m. at Zandonella's in Pittsburg. Board Members are invited to attend. 19 (Of) ~." b. c. d. 4) 199 COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT 1 ) Mr. Kenton L. Aim, Counsel for the District, announced that he will be attending the Association of Metropolitan Sewerage Agencies/American Water Works Association (AMSA/AWWA) Attorneys Meeting and will be unable to attend the November 2, 2000 Board Meeting. SECRETARY OF THE DISTRICT None BOARD MEMBERS 1 ) Member Boneysteele commended staff for the exceptionally informative reports and presentations at this meeting. 2) Member Menesini reported on the recent Environmental Alliance discussion series on Electric Power Deregulation and the upcoming November 20,2000 discussion series on the CMOM (Capacity, Management, Operations, and Maintenance) Regulation. 3) Member Menesini reported on the October 16, 2000 Contra Costa Special Districts Association meeting at which topics of discussion included a legislative update, Little Hoover Commission issues, and involving the California Association of Sanitation Agencies (CASA) and Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) in those issues. Member Menesini stated that the District has been asked to provide a program on public outreach at the next Contra Costa Special Districts Association. It is incumbent on us as public agencies to explain ourselves. Most people do not realize what we do for the public health and environment. The first place we need to get this message out is at high schools. Hopefully the District can work with other agencies to increase young people's understanding. Member Menesini announced that he made a presentation on vocations in the Environmental Field recently at St. Mary's College. 8. ENGINEERING a. APPROVE AS PREQUALIFIED MICROTUNNELING/PIPE JACKING CONTRACTORS FOR THE PLEASANT HILL RELIEF INTERCEPTOR, PHASE 4, DP 5170 Mr. Batts, General Manager, introduced Mr. Tad Pilecki, Senior Engineer, who stated that the Pleasant Hill Relief Interceptor Project, Phase 4, involves 2,400 feet of mandatory microtunneling and 3,500 feet of optional microtunneling through silty and sandy clays with silty sand layers and high ground water. A notice inviting submittals for prequalification of microtunneling/pipe jacking contractors was published on Augu~t 21 and August 30, 2000. Six submittals were received. Mr. Pilecki reviewed the following criteria which were used for prequalification of the contractors. . Contractor's experience . Overall tunneling experience . Similar geotechnical conditions . Completed all projects awarded . Bonding capacity . Valid license 1(D 19 (1l.~ tf~. 'L!Ÿ V 200 . Key staff experience . Superintendent (10 years) . MTBM Operator (5 years) . Contractor's proposed equipment . Sufficient and proper equipment . Notices of Violation . Safety . Environmental Mr. Pilecki stated that if there were two material violations in either safety or environmental, the contractor would be disqualified. BRH-Garver, Inc., Frank Coluccio Construction Company, Nada Pacific Corporation, Ras-Dam Construction LTD., and Vadnais Corporation were prequalified. One contractor, Modern Continental Construction Co., Inc., was not recommended for prequalification because it did not meet the Notice of Violations requirement for safety. . Discussion followed with regard to the experience criteria. President Lucey questioned the prequalification of Nada Pacific Corporation in light of the fact they were involved with three violations on the South Orinda Sewer Improvements Project. Mr. Pilecki stated that one violation on the South Orinda project was attributable to Nada Pacific, one was attributable to Westcon a subcontractor of Mountain Cascade, and in the third instance no violation was issued. Nada Pacific had been allowed to discharge from a separator tank to the District sewer system. The sewer was not in very good shape and it caused an overflow. The District negotiated with the Regional Water Quality Control Board that a Storm water Management Manual be developed and included in the District specifications, and no violation was issued. Mr. Pilecki stated that he called other agencies to determine if Nada Pacific had violations and found none. Further discussion followed with regard to whether contractors had only one job or many jobs and therefore could have more violations. Mr. Pilecki stated that Modern Continental Construction Co., Inc. is a several billion dollar operation that was disqualified because it had several violations. Modern Continental Construction Co., Inc. has appealed that disqualification. This matter will be calendared for consideration by the Board on November 16, 2000. Mr. Pilecki presented the staff recommendation that the five listed contractors be prequalified. It was moved by Member Boneysteele and seconded by Member Hockett, that the following list of microtunneling/pipe jacking contractors be prequalified for the Pleasant Hill Relief Interceptor Project, Phase 4, DP 5170. BRH-Garver, Inc. - San Diego, California Frank Coluccio Construction Company - Seattle, Washington Nada Pacific Corporation - Caruthers, California Ras-Dam Construction LTD. - Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (Joint Venture with California Trenchless) Vadnais Corporation - San Diego, California Motion approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Boneysteele, Hockett, Menesini NOES: Members: Nejedly, Lucey ABSENT: Members: None 10 19 f~ ,r~) v 'l..,7 201 Member Nejedly stated that he understands that the'District is trying to build criteria for prequalification and he sees a problem with doing that. Member Nejedly stated that he believes the District must be careful in how this is constructed to keep it simple but be fair to both large and small contractors. The issue of Nada Pacific or related subcontractor violations must be considered and the criteria clarified. The hearing on November 16, 2000 will be an opportunity to look at these criteria. President Lucey stated that he voted no because he believes that Nada Pacific did not meet the Notices of Violation criteria. 9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 21, 2000 a. It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Hockett, that the minutes of September 21, 2000 be approved as presented. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. 10. APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURE LIST DATED OCTOBER 19, 2000 a. Member Menesini, Chair of the Budget and Finance Committee, stated that he and Member Boneysteele reviewed the expenditures and questions were answered. Member Menesini noted an expenditure of $71,000 for househqld hazardous waste removal. Member Menesini asked that staff ensure that household hazardous waste expenditures' are being monitored. ' It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Boneysteele, that the Expenditure List dated October 19, 2000, including Running Expense Check Nos. 127872- 128219, Sewer Construction Check Nos. 22676-22707, Payroll Manual Check Nos. 48720-48730, Payroll Regular Check Nos. 53293-53345, and Payroll Special Management Payment Check Nos. 53346-53359, be approved as recommended. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. 11. EMERGENCY SITUATIONS REQUIRING BOARD ACTION None 12. ANNOUNCEMENTS/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Member Menesini requested an update on the Laboratory Improvements Project and the Dougherty Tunnel and Trunk Sewer Project. Member Nejedly requested an update on the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility staffing and use of temporaries. 13. CLOSED SESSION SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION a. This closed session was not held. 14. REPORT OF DISCUSSIONS IN CLOSED SESSION None 10 ~ {[Î\ l~ ."-'¡, Ii"".); ti l.~. l~. S Vö 202 15. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, President Lucey adjourned the meeting at the hour of 4:33 p.m. COUNTERSIGNED: 1 rri\.' V 19 ~) ()