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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 04-03-97 89 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD ON APRIL 3, 1997 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 April 3, 1997. President Menesini called the meeting to order and requested that the Secretary call roll. 1. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Members: Rainey, Nejedly, Hockett, Boneysteele, Menesini ABSENT: Members: None 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' LOCAL NO.1 PRESENTATION a. Mr. Rudolph Jenkins, representing Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Employees' Association Public Employees' Local No.1 (Local 1), addressed the Board, stating that this audience with the Board was requested last week in order to meet the deadlines for posting the Board agenda. At that time, there were great differences in the negotiations, but significant progress has now been made. Mr. Jenkins stated that over the last three years, the District employees have willingly participated in the District's Work Redesign Program. Employees are proud that two of the goals of the Work Redesign Program have been reached. The District has improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness, and customer satisfaction. Mr. Jenkins stated that the employees hope that the Board will grant the other goal: improved Quality of work life. President Menesini thanked Mr. Jenkins for his presentation. 3. AWARDS AND COMMENDATIONS a. ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THE MT. DIABLO SILVERADO COUNCIL. BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT FOR 1997 FOR THE "CENTRAL SAN SEWER SQUAD" STUDENT EDUCATION PROGRAM, A PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM BETWEEN CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT AND THE lINDSA Y WILDLIFE MUSEUM President Menesini stated that he is very proud the District has achieved this recognition. The one who has worked long and hard towards this goal with the Boy Scouts of America is Member Rainey. Member Rainey stated that a couple of years ago the Mt. Diablo Silverado Council of the Boy Scouts of America wished to involve business and industry and recognize them for their accomplishments. An environmental achievement award seemed appropriate. Member Rainey stated that it is with great pleasure that the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Environmental Enhancements for 1 997 is presented to the District for the "Central San Sewer Squad" Student Education Program. Member Rainey presented the award to Public Information and Graphics Coordinator Ken Grubbs, Graphics Technician III Son Nguyen, and Public Information and Production Assistant Tim Tullis, and congratulated them on their efforts and the success of the program. Mr. Ken Grubbs, Public Information and Graphics Coordinator, accepted the award, stating that it was a great honor to be at the Boy Scouts Award Dinner with the other agencies who participated in the program. Many great projects were represented. Mr. Grubbs stated that he was especially pleased when the report of the District's independent evaluation was received and the before and after testing indicated that the students did learn from the Sewer Squad Program and that it is paying off. Mr. Grubbs stated that this program is a team effort and thanked Messrs. Nguyen and Tullis and the Lindsay Wildlife Museum for their contributions, and the Board of Directors for funding for the program. 04 03 97 30 Mr. Roger J. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that a few years ago the District recognized that there were problems with pesticides in our effluent. This matter came before the Board and it was decided to fund a public education effort in the one to two hundred thousand dollar range to educate the people to keep the pesticides out of the system rather than capital improvements in the multimillion dollar range to remove the contaminants after they had entered the system. Since 1990 there has been a 70 percent reduction in heavy metals going into the Bay. This is a combination of these community outreach programs and Source Control efforts. b. RESOLUTION COMMENDING MR. DANIEL E. BOATWRIGHT FOR HIS SERVICE AS SENATOR OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA President Menesini read the resolution commending Mr. Daniel E. Boatwright for his service as a California State Senator. It was moved by Member Rainey and seconded by Member Nejedly, that Resolution No. 97-062 be adopted, commending Mr. Daniel E. Boatwright for his service as Senator of the State of California. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Nejedly, Hockett, Boneysteele, Menesini NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None 4. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Member Rainey and seconded by Member Hockett, that the Consent Calendar, consisting of Items a. through g., be approved as recommended, resolutions adopted as appropriate, and recordings duly authorized. a. Resolution No. 97-063 accepting work and Offers of Dedication from Shapellindustries, Inc., Job 5121, Parcel 1, was adopted and recording was authorized. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Rainey, Hockett, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Menesini None None b. Resolution No. 97-064 accepting work and Offers of Dedication from Greystone Homes, Inc., Job 5136, Parcel 2, was adopted and recording was authorized. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Rainey, Hockett, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Menesini None None c. Resolution No. 97-065 accepting work and Offers of Dedication from Fossilwood Partnership No. 27, loP., Job 5126, Parcel 2, was adopted and recording was authorized. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: 04 03 97 91 AYES: Members: Rainey, Hockett, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Menesini NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None Resolution No. 97-066 accepting work and Offers of Dedication from Courtyard Management Corp., Job 5126, Parcel 3, was adopted and recording was authorized. d. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Rainey, Hockett, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Menesini None None A Grant of Easement from Pleasant Hill Recreation and Park District for the Pleasant Hill Relief Interceptor and Recycled Waterline Project, DP 4985, was accepted; a purchase agreement for recycled water was approved; the President of the Board of Directors and the Secretary of the District were authorized to execute said Agreement; staff was authorized to record said Grant of Easement with the Contra Costa County Recorder; and Resolution Nos. 97-067 and 97-068 were adopted to that effect. e. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Rainey, Hockett, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Menesini None None A Grant of Easement from the City of Pleasant Hill for the Pleasant Hill Relief Interceptor and Recycled Waterline Project, DP 4985, was accepted; a purchase agreement for recycled water was approved; the President of the Board of Directors and the Secretary of the District were authorized to execute said Agreement; staff was authorized to record said Grant of Easement with the Contra Costa County Recorder; and Resolution Nos. 97- 069 and 97-070 were adopted to that effect. f. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Hockett, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Menesini NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None g. A notice of public hearing on April 17, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. to consider adopting a revised Schedule of Rates and Charges was authorized. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: None AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Rainey, Hockett, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Menesini None None 5. CALL FOR REQUESTS TO CONSIDER ITEMS OUT OF ORDER OLl o~ 97 ~2 a. 6. REPORTS GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER 1 ) Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that when the District decided to proceed with a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility, the Board wished to provide a convenient, cost effective facility to service the entire Central County area, and to enter into a partnering arrangement with other agencies if possible. Also, the Board decided that the District would fund the cost of service to our sewer service customers through sewer service revenue as the facility is to serve a pollution prevention function by keeping contaminants out of the sewer system thus protecting our effluent quality. As a result of these Board directives, it became necessary to gain the participation and financial support of several partner agencies. San Ramon and the Lamorinda areas want the District to continue mobile collection activities in their areas. The District approach is to undertake mobile collection for those areas in the first year and then evaluate the program and decide whether to continue it. Staff believes that the cost of the mobile collection events should not be borne by our partner agencies since they do not benefit the residents of Mt. View Sanitary District, Concord, or Clayton. Ms. Elaine Jacobs, Household Hazardous Waste Supervisor, has been negotiating with the District's partner agencies. Before the contract language is finalized, Board input is requested. Mr. Dolan introduced Ms. Elaine Jacobs, Household Hazardous Waste Supervisor, who stated that the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility (HHWCF) will provide services to Central County residents and small businesses, and the residents and small businesses in the Mt. View Sanitary District, Concord, Clayton, and South San Ramon areas. The Central San area is about 64 percent of the total, with Mt. View Sanitary District, Concord, Clayton, and South San Ramon accounting for about 36 percent of the total. Ms. Jacobs presented the policy recommendations for the contracts with the partner agencies as follows: . Bill in arrears; . Apportion costs by percent of total households; . Charge the entire HHWCF service area for operational and capital costs for the permanent facility; . Charge CCCSD service area and City of San Ramon for mobile collection estimated at $74,700 for the three events in South Central County during the first year; Provide the other agencies with a cost estimate now and a mid-fiscal year update; and . . Automatic annual contract renewal with provision for termination with 60 days notice. Ms. Jacobs reviewed the cost apportionment and stated that the total estimated HHWCF operating cost, assuming 4 percent participation, is estimated at $603,000. The District's share is estimated at $397,000, or $2.78 per household Sewer Service Charge increment. A discussion followed with regard to the cost and need for mobile collection events, exploring other possible alternatives to mobile collection events s~ch as a semi-permanent/semi-drop off facility, and procedures f~r ~espo~dlng to people from outside the HHWCF service area. Staff will investigate alternatives to mobile collection, including the requirements of the Land Use Permit and approaching the Cities/Towns concerning siting and funding remote facilities. 0 A, ~ {\ .. ""' .,." 93 President Menesini expressed concern about staffing and budgeting considerations, and requested a written staffing plan and budget for the current proposal before the Board for consideration. Mr. Dolan stated that staff is preparing the budget, which will be presented to the Board as part of the District Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Budget. Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to proceed with the proposed contract arrangements and cost apportionments. 2) Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that at the last Board Meeting, staff explained the various impacts of Proposition 218, the Right to Vote on Taxes Initiative, on the District's rate-setting and budget schedules. Mr. Dolan stated that it does not appear that a Sewer Service Rate increase will be required in 1997-1998, but if the Board Members wish to consider a rate increase, staff did not want to preclude that by failing to meet the noticing requirements. Mr. Dolan reviewed the schedule dictated by passage of Proposition 218, stating that the District normally makes its rate-setting decisions in the MaylJune time frame. In future years that will have to be moved to early April to meet the requirements of Proposition 218. Mr. Dolan presented preliminary Operations and Maintenance (O&M) revenues, expenses, and reserves based on 1996-1997 projections adjusted by a Consumer Price Index (CPI) factor of 3.1 percent. Based on those projections and a conservative (0.5 percent) growth factor, 1997-1998 expenditures are projected to exceed revenues by $633,000. Mr. Dolan stated that the O&M reserves are adequate to fund this if that is the Board's direction. Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that a Sewer Service Charge increase will not be necessary in 1997-1998. Member Boneysteele stated that staff is to be congratulated for their careful attention to expenditures which makes this possible. Mr. Dolan stated that a great deal of hard work resulted in the savings this fiscal year which can be used to offset projected increases during the coming fiscal year. 3) Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, presented the list of proposed topics for the next two issues of The Central San Pipeline. Following discussion, it was agreed that the list will be referred to the Board Ad Hoc Committee on Oversight of Public Outreach. President Menesini will call a meeting of that Committee. 4) Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, introduced Mr. Jarred Miyamoto-Mills, Principal Engineer, who stated that about four years ago a group consisting of 60 to 70 percent of the property owners in the Tassajara Valley got together and hired a team of environmental consultants and civil engineers to begin the process of preparing the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed Tassajara Valley Development. This followed the Contra Costa County action establishing the urban limit line. Mr. Miyamoto-Mills showed maps of the proposed development and indicated that both Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) and Central Contra Costa Sanitary District (CCCSD) touch the boundary of the proposed development so either could be considered to provide service. Mr. Miyamoto-Mills described the preliminary development plan which includes 6,000 units with 300,000 square feet of commercial and mixed use area. A possible phasing plan calls for development of the proposed project in four stages over a 20-year period. The Tassajara Valley Draft EIR lists the following alternatives for wastewater utility service: . Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) . Central Contra Costa Sanitary District (CCCSD) . Collection by DSRSD, Treatment of CCCSD . Area split between DSRSD and CCCSD 04 03 97 94 6) 04 03 . Satellite Wastewater Treatment Plant Mr. Miyamoto-Mills described the drainage features of the proposed project area and the number of residential units by drainage area. Mr. Miyamoto- Mills stated that staff is preparing comments to the EIR which will be presented for Board consideration at the next Board Meeting. 5) Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that he recently announced at a Board Meeting that the District had received some inquiries about serving an area in Orinda with failing septic tanks. Since that time the request has been withdrawn; however, there are some other areas in the District where the Board may wish to consider applying the Gary Way Contractual Assessment District (CAD) concept. Mr. Dolan introduced Mr. Jay S. McCoy, Infrastructure Division Manager, who stated that the basic concepts behind the CAD are as follows: . Private Owners Design Sewer . Private Owners Install Sewer . CCCSD Offers Financing . Private Owners May Accept Assessments Mr. McCoy described the CAD criteria currently under consideration: . Minimum of Five (5) Properties . Two-Thirds (2/3) of Property Owners Initially in Favor . Applicable to Homes with Septic Tanks . Ten-Year Assessment Period . Interest Rate Will Be One (1) Percent Above the Interest Received on Long-Term Investments (10 Years) Discussion followed with regard to the interest rate and related issues of arbitrage and gift of public funds. Mr. Kenton L. Aim, Counsel for the District, stated that while he does not believe there would be an issue, bond counsel will be asked to provide an opinion on the matter. Mr. McCoy stated that other areas that might wish to take advantage of the CAD concept include 16 properties on EI Toyonal in Orinda and eight properties on Estates Drive in Lafayette. Mr. McCoy requested input from the Board concerning application of the CAD approach to other areas in the District. Discussion followed concerning potential assumption of risk from future landslides in the area of a CAD, whether the CAD approach should be confined only to properties with failing septic tanks, the District's role in providing service, and whether a limit should be placed on the maximum number of properties for inclusion in a CAD. It was the consensus of the Board that each of these situations and areas is unique and should be assessed on an individual basis by staff using the proposed CAD criteria and brought to the Board if the criteria are met. Mr. Dolan introduced Mr. Charles W. Batts, Plant Operations Department Manager, who provided an update on the status of the Central California Regional Water Recycling Project formerly known as the Bay ArealSan Joaquin Valley Water Reuse Project. The intent of the project was to reduce wastewater discharge into the San Francisco Bay and to meet new and more stringent environmental regulations; and to free up potentially large quantities of water by routing tertiary treated water from the Bay Area to the San Joaquin Valley using the Central Valley Project's Delta Mendota 97 95 Canal. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation was authorized to participate under the Endangered Species Act and fund up to 50 percent of the cost. Local water and wastewater agencies were to make up the rest of the cost in real dollars and in kind services. The first phase of the project, or Step 1, was a feasibility study which looked at quality and quantity, costs and benefits, engineering requirements, and salt management. Mr. Batts stated that Central San chose not to participate in Step 1. The local recycling option came out of the Step 1 feasibility study. Mr. Batts stated that this year, Step 2 was started. The Step 2 study will take the technical screening report from Step 1 and develop a water recycling plan examining the social, economic, and environmental impacts. Mr. Batts stated that since this study will look at the local recycled water option, Central San has chosen to join this step of the study through the Bay Area Dischargers Association (BADAL Central San's share of the cost for the three-year project is approximately $10,920 per year. 7) Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, announced that April 24, 1997 is "Bring your Daughters and Sons to Work Day" at Central San. Individual departments will be developing programs to show our children what we do at work. 8) Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that the Draft 1997- 1998 Capital Improvement Budget/1997 Capital Improvement Plan has been distributed to each Board Member for review prior to the April 14, 1997 Capital Projects Committee/Board Workshop to review the document. 9) Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, announced that cultural, gender and ethnic, and management training is being planned for the Collection System Operations Department employees. A position paper will be presented at the next Board Meeting for the Board's consideration. 10) Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, announced that if there is no objection, a position paper renewing the contract for District Counsel services will be presented for the Board's consideration at the April 17, 1997 Board Meeting. b. COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT None c. SECRETARY OF THE DISTRICT None d. BOARD MEMBERS 1), 4) Member Hockett reported on the March 27, 1997 Central Contra Costa Solid Waste Authority (CCCSW A) meeting at which discussion focused on Valley Waste Management services in the areas of hard-to-serve, recycling, green waste, and customers identified as disabled. Member Hockett reported that Member Rainey has been appointed to represent the City of Walnut Creek on the CCCSWA in her capacity as newly appointed Walnut Creek City Councilmember. Member Hockett stated that this might be the appropriate time for the District to withdraw from CCCSWA. President Menesini stated that he is reluctant to do so at this time and requested that appointment of a District representative to CCCSWA to replace Member Rainey be calendared for consideration at the next Board Meeting. Discussion followed with regard to the fact that the CCCSWA Joint Powers Agreement and Bylaws contain no provision for appointment of alternates, the question of a perceived conflict of interest if Member Nejedly were appointed to the CCCSWA Board of Directors, and whether this might be the appropriate time for the District to withdraw from CCCSWA given the fact that the District no longer franchises solid waste collection or disposal and the Acme litigation has been settled. 04 03 97 96 4) Member Boneysteele requested that the item currently under discussion be expanded to include discussion of Item 6.d.4) Discussion of a Process for Selecting Replacement to Fill Possible Board Vacancy. The Board agreed. Member Rainey submitted a letter of resignation from the Board of Directors effective April 30, 1997, due to her appointment to the Walnut Creek City Council. Member Rainey stated that she had intended to resign effective at the conclusion of the April 3, 1997 Board Meeting but extended it to April 30 at Member Boneysteele's request since he will be out of town for a portion of the month of April. President Menesini stated that he values Member Rainey's comments and input and is happy she will stay through the end of the month. Member Boneysteele requested that consideration of appointing a new representative and/or continued membership in CCCSWA be held until the May 1, 1997 Board Meeting since he will not be present at the next Board Meeting. Discussion followed with regard to the process for selecting a replacement to fill the vacancy on the Board of Directors created by Member Rainey's resignation. It was the consensus of the Board as follows: . Notices will be posted throughout the District service area and display ads be published in local newspapers advising applicants to submit a letter of interest and statement of Qualifications or resume totaling no more than two typed pages to the Secretary of the District by close of business on Friday, May 2, 1997; . Applications must be received by the deadline (postmarks will not be considered) ; . Sample questions will be reviewed at the April 17, 1997 Board Meeting; . Interviews will be conducted on Saturday, May 17, 1997 beginning at 9:00 a.m.; and . Deputy General Manager Paul Morsen will initiate contact with the media and President Menesini will advise the media of the vacancy on the District Board of Directors and the process for filling that vacancy. At 6:00 p.m., it was the consensus of the Board to extend the meeting to 7:00 p.m. At 6:00 p.m., President Menesini declared a recess, reconvening at the hour of 6:06 p.m. with all parties present as previously designated. At this time, President Menesini reverted to the order of the agenda. 04 2) 3) 4) 5) 03 Member Hockett reported on the March 27, 1997 Sanitation and Water Agencies of Contra Costa County meeting at which the New Year's Flood was the major topic of discussion. A summary of that meeting was distributed. Due to the lateness of the hour, Item 3, Consideration of a Scheduled Break during Board Meetings, was deferred until the next meeting. Item 4, Process for Selecting Replacement to Fill Possible Board Vacancy, was discussed in conjunction with Item 6.d.1. earlier in the meeting. President Menesini announced that he will be taking Member Rainey's place representing the District at the Contra Costa Special Districts Association. 97 97 President Menesini will attend the April 14, 1997 Contra Costa Special Districts Association meeting. 6) In response to a question from Member Nejedly, Plant Operations Department Manager Charles W. Batts stated that the pond at the corner of the District property has been drained to allow the change from chlorine to hypochlorite. a. 7. ENGINEERING AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER TO EXECUTE GRANT CONTRACTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PESTICIDE REGULATION AND THE NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT EDUCATION Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, introduced Mr. Bart Brandenburg, Source Control Superintendent, who provided an overview of the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Project. Mr. Brandenburg stated that the IPM Project is a cooperative partnership between the University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners, nurseries and stores from which the public purchases pesticides, and the District to promote water quality, expand the availability of less toxic pesticide products, and inform the public how to use these less toxic products. The two primary elements of the project are working with stores and Master Gardeners to expand awareness, and enhancing the IPM message at the District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility. Mr. Brandenburg stated that the total project cost is $65,500. Grant funding is available for $47,500 of that. Member Boneysteele suggested that two more sites, one in the Lamorinda area and one in the Danville/San Ramon area, be put forward in addition to Heather Farms, the Lindsay Wildlife Museum, and the John Muir Historical Site. Member Boneysteele stated that these additional sites could be kept in mind as an objective if the project is expanded. It was moved by Member Nejedly and seconded by Member Hockett, that the General Manager-Chief Engineer. be authorized to execute Grant Contracts with the California Department of Pesticide Regulation and the National Foundation for Integrated Pest Management Education. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. 8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. MINUTES OF ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 11. 1997 MINUTES OF REGULAR .MEETING OF MARCH 20. 1997 b. It was moved by Member Boneysteele and seconded by Member Nejedly, that the minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of March 11, 1997 and the minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 20, 1997, be approved as presented. The motion was approved with Member Hockett abstaining with regard to approval of the minutes of March 11, 1997 and Member Rainey abstaining with regard to approval of the minutes of March 20, 1997. 9. APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURE LIST DATED APRIL 3. 1997 a. It was moved by Member Nejedly and seconded by Member Boneysteele, that the Expenditure List dated April 3, 1997, including Self-Insurance Check Nos. 101268- 101275, Running Expense Check Nos. 102538-102806, and Sewer Construction Check Nos. 18213-18259, be approved as recommended. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. 10. EMERGENCY SITUATIONS REQUIRING BOARD ACTION None 04 03 97 98 11. ANNOUNCEMENTSISUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Suggestions for future agenda items made during the meeting included consideration of renewal of contract for District Counsel services, discussion of Central Contra Costa Solid Waste Authority membershiplappointment of representatives, review of sample questions for candidates for appointment to the Board of Directors, and consideration of a scheduled break during Board Meetings. 1 2. CLOSED SESSION a. EXISTING LITIGATION The closed session was held to discuss existing litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(aL The titles of the litigation discussed are as follows: 1 ) CCCSD v. Orinda-Moraga Disposal Service, Inc., et al - Contra Costa County Superior Court No. C96-00562; and 2) Beinke v. CCCSD - Contra Costa County Superior Court No. C96-02566. b. LABOR NEGOTIATIONS With respect to labor negotiations, the closed session was held pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, to meet with designated representatives prior to and during consultations and discussions with the representatives of employee organizations regarding the salary, salary schedules or compensation paid in the form of fringe benefits of employees in order to review its position and instruct its designated representatives. The District's negotiator is Deputy General Manager Paul Morsen, and the pertinent employee organizations are the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Employees' Association Public Employees' Local No.1, and the Management Support/Confidential Group. . At 6: 18 p.m., President Menesini declared the closed session to discuss existing litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) and labor negotiations pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 as noted above. At 7:45 p.m., President Menesini concluded the closed session and reconvened the meeting into open session. 13. REPORT OF DISCUSSIONS IN CLOSED SESSION No decisions were made nor votes taken in closed session that require reporting at this time. 14. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, President Menesini adjourned the meeting at the hour of 7:46 p.m. to reconvene at 1 :30 p.m. on April 10, 1997 in the Second Floor Conference Room for a Capital Projects Committee MeetinglBoard Workshop to review the 1997-1998 Equipment Budget, and at 1 :30 p.m. on April 14, 1997 in the Second Floor Conference Room for a Capital Projects Committee MeetinglBoard Workshop to review the Draft 1997-1998 Capital Improvement Budget/1997 Capital Improvement Plan. Þ1~ 'Ú ~JÌM President of the Board of Directors, Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California COUNTERSIGNED: 04 03 97