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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 05-06-93 9~ MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD ON MAY 6, 1993 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 3 p.m. on May 6, 1993. President Clausen called the meeting to order and requested that the Secretary call roll. 1. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Members: Menesini, Dalton, Hockett, Rainey, Clausen ABSENT: Members: None 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS None 3. AWARDS AND COMMENDATIONS RECEIVE CALIFORNIA WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ASSOCIATION BEST LARGE COLLECTION SYSTEM AWARD FOR THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA a. Mr. Roger J. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that at a recent California Water Pollution Control Association (CWPCA) meeting, the District was honored to receive two State-wide awards, the Best Large Collection System Award and the Best Collection System Worker Award. Mr. Dolan introduced Mr. John A. Larson, Collection System Operations Department (CSOD) Manager, who stated that it was with great pleasure that the District received these two awards. The District competed against eight other agencies for the CWPCA Best Large Collection System Award for the State of California, receiving the award based on a long list of accomplishments including the following: . Reduction in the number of overflows for the fourth year in a row; . Reduction in overflows in 1992 by 15 percent; . Continued improvement in field productivity; . Implementation of a program to reduce the cost of operations by 2 percent for the 1992-1993 fiscal year; . Having a continuous reduction in the number of lost time accidents for the last eight years, going from six lost-time months to 21 lost-time days; and . Implementation of a work redesign program involving employees in identification and solving problems. Mr. Larson expressed his pride in the accomplishments of the Collection System Operations Department and presented the CWPCA Best Large Collection System Award for the State of California to the Board of Directors. President Clausen accepted the award on behalf of the employees who earned the award and asked that Mr. Larson convey the Board's commendation and appreciation for this well-deserved recognition. 05 06 93 95 b. CONGRATULATE MR. BILL ECHOLS. MAINTENANCE CREW LEADER. ON RECEIVING THE CALIFORNIA WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ASSOCIATION BEST COLLECTION SYSTEM WORKER AWARD FOR THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND FOR HIS OUTSTANDING EFFORTS ON BEHALF OF THE DISTRICT Mr. Larson, Collection System Operations Department (CSOD) Manager, stated that for a number of years, the District has been fortunate to have an employee nominated at the local and state level for the CWPCA Collection System Worker Award. We were particularly pleased this year that a District employee has received State-wide recognition as the CWPCA Collection System Worker of the Year. Mr. Bill Echols, Maintenance Crew Leader, began work at the District in 1988 as a member of the District's first Affirmative Action Trainee Program. He was promoted to Maintenance Crew Leader in 1990. Mr. Echols was found deserving of the CWPCA Best Collection System Worker of the Year Award for his efforts in the following areas: . Improving safety; . Providing substantial assistance in changing the culture at CSOD including being a member of the Cultural Diversity Committee and acting as a trainer in this area; . Communicating his personal values particularly honesty, integrity, good work ethic, and professionalism; . Supporting innovative technologies; . Creating a positive public image for the District and receiving 43 letters of commendation during his four and one-half years at the District. Mr. Larson commended Mr. Echols for his selection by his peers as the CWPCA Collection System Worker of the State of California and presented the award to Mr. Echols. Mr. Bill Echols, Maintenance Crew Leader, thanked the Board and the CSOD for the opportunity to take risks and apply innovative technologies in the field. Mr. Echols stated that while the efforts have generally been successful, they have not always been successful, but they have always been supported. Mr. Echols expressed his appreciation for the opportunities he has received at the District. President Clausen commended Mr. Echols for his outstanding work and the well-deserved recognition. Member Menesini stated that he recently visited the Collection System Operations Department and drafted a letter commending CSOD for their efforts. Member Menesini read the letter, copies of which were distributed to the Board and CSOD employees. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR Following discussion of the District's sphere of influence, it was moved by Member Rainey and seconded by Member Dalton, that the Consent Calendar, consisting of Items a. through i., be approved as recommended, resolutions adopted as appropriate, and recordings duly authorized. a. Resolution No. 93-038 accepting an easement at no cost to the District from P.W. Hacker, et ux, Orinda area, Job 388, Parcel 2, was adopted and recording was authorized. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None 05 06 93 96 b. Authorization was given for P.A. 93-7 and 93-8 (Danville) to be included in a future formal annexation to the District. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None c. The contract work for the Dechlorination Telemetry Project (DP 10076) was accepted and the filing of the Notice of Completion was authorized. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None Staff Engineer Steven Yeh and Senior Engineer Jim Belcher and Plant Operations Department staff were commended for their efforts to achieve cost savings during construction of this project. d. A public hearing was set for 3 p.m. on May 20, 1993 to consider the proposed revised schedule of rates and charges. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None e. The draft Fiscal Year 1993-1994 Capital Improvement Budget/1993 Capital Improvement Plan (CIB/CIP) were received for review and June 10, 1993 at 3 p.m. was set as the date and time for a public hearing to receive comments on the draft CIB/CIP. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None f. Public hearings were set for 3 p.m. on June 10, 1993 to receive public comment on the establishment of the 1993-1994 Sewer Service Charge rates and the collection of such charges, and prior year delinquent charges, on the County tax rolls. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None 05 06 93 None a. 97 g. The attendance of Mr. Ralph Bates, Maintenance Coordinator I, was authorized at the May 16-19, 1993 Computer Programmers Conference given by Borland International in San Diego, California at a cost not to exceed $1,800. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None h. The purchase of a new analytical balance was authorized from the 1 992- 1 993 Equipment Budget Contingency Account at a cost not to exceed $4,000. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None i. Resolution No. 93-039 was adopted, confirming that publication has been made of District Ordinance No. 184, revising filing date of Annual Statement of Economic Interests. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None 5. CALL FOR REQUESTS TO CONSIDER ITEMS OUT OF ORDER 6. SOLID WASTE REPORT OF RAIL TRANSFER AND DISPOSAL FACILITIES AT STATES OF WASHINGTON AND UTAH SITES Mr. Paul Morsen, Deputy General Manager, reported that he and Mr. Fred Davis, Central Contra Costa Solid Waste Authority (CCCSWA) Interim Executive Director, toured rail transfer and disposal facilities in the States of Utah and Washington on April 6 and 8, 1993. Mr. Morsen showed slides and described the facilities, their operations, and the surrounding areas. Mr. Morsen reported the following conclusions: 1 ) There are alternative transfer and disposal options in existence and in operation. 2) Although California laws may require additional construction expense over the cost of construction in the States of Washington and Utah, it is probably not necessary to build a $30 million transfer station. 3) A containerized transfer system is a very good idea, providing maximum flexibility. President Clausen thanked Mr. Morsen for his informative presentation. 05 93 06 98 a. 7. ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORIZE $337.000 FROM SEWER CONSTRUCTION FUND FOR THE GENERAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT AND AUTHORIZE GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER TO ALLOCATE $337.000 AND AUTHORIZE AWARDS TO PACTEL MERIDIAN SYSTEMS AND OCTEL COMMUNICATIONS FOR THE TELEPHONE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM PROJECT. DP 20141 Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that the Board has been aware of the problems the District has had with the telephone system in the last few months. Those problems have worsened in the last few days. Mr. Dolan introduced Mr. Paul Morsen, Deputy General Manager, who described the AT&T Dimension 400 PBX telephone system currently in use at the Headquarters Office Building and the maintenance and parts problems the District has experienced as the system becomes obsolete. Mr. Morsen introduced members of the Telephone Committee Paulette Bruzzone, Gail Chesler, Ginnie Gerber, Pat Kast, Steve Yeh, and consultant Tony Knowles, and reviewed the tasks undertaken by the Telephone Committee to survey and identify the needs of the District, develop and issue a Request for Quotation and Qualifications, develop and issue a Request for Proposals, and negotiate to achieve the lowest cost for the District. Mr. Morsen described the features of the proposed system and stated that the new equipment will be able to provide accounting costs controls and in-house management on a dedicated computer system. It is recommended that awards be authorized to PacTel Meridian Systems for purchase of new switching systems and to Octel Communications for a voice processing system. Discussion followed concerning alternative proposals for telephone service; the impact of the expenditure of funds for a new telephone system on the Sewer Service Charge and other priority projects in the Capital Improvement Budget; and the priority of replacing the current system with a reliable telephone communication system considering of the needs of safety, emergency response, and cost-effective utilization of labor. It was moved by Member Dalton and seconded by Member Menesini, that $337,000 be authorized from the Sewer Construction Fund for the General Improvement Program Contingency Account, that the General Manager-Chief Engineer be authorized to allocate $337,000 to the Telephone Communication System Project (DP 20141), and that award of a purchase order for new switching systems in the amount of $231,119 be authorized to PacTel Meridian Systems and award of purchase order for a voice processing system in the amount of $44,605 be authorized to Octel Communications. Motion unanimously approved on the following roll call vote: AYES: Members: Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Rainey, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None a. 8. ENGINEERING APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH ASSOCIATED RIGHT OF WAY SERVICES. INC. FOR RIGHT OF WAY ACQUISITION SERVICES FOR THE PLEASANT HILL RELIEF INTERCEPTOR PROJECT. DP 4879 Following discussion, it was moved by Member Dalton and seconded by Member Rainey, that the General Manager-Chief Engineer be authorized to execute a cost reimbursement agreement with a cost ceiling of $153,000 with Associated Right of Way Services, Inc. for right of way appraisal and acquisition services associated with the Pleasant Hill Relief Interceptor Project, DP 4879. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. 05 06 93 99 9. PERSONNEL a. APPROVE PERSONNEL BUDGET REQUESTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1993-1994 Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that the Board had an opportunity to review the Personnel Budget requests for Fiscal Year 1993-1994 at the April 1, 1993 Board Meeting. At this time, staff is ready to recommend approval of the Personnel Budget with some modifications. Mr. Dolan introduced Ms. Cathryn Freitas, Personnel Officer, who provided a brief overview of the outcome of the meet and confer process. Public Employees Union Local One has agreed to waive the open/promotional recruitment rule for the following changes: 1 ) Plant Operator I Leron Patton to Accountant Trainee 2) 3) Receptionist Paulette Bruzzone to Staff Assistant I Engineering Applications Technician II Ruth Bennett to Risk Management Technician 4) 5) Survey Party Chief Elizabeth Charlton to Land Surveyor Engineering Assistant Jim Reutnik to Survey Party Chief 6) 7) One Permit Services Technician to Engineering Assistant (in Training) Maintenance Crew Member II Anne McLaurin to Source Control Technician Ms. Freitas stated further that as a result of meet and confer, one change to the previously submitted Personnel Budget is recommended. The Engineering Assistant position in Planning, which was to be transferred to Plant Engineering to replace the CAD Systems Analyst position, will remain in Planning. The individual who holds the position has devised and recommended an intensive work plan which has the potential of producing substantial revenues for the District. The CAD Systems Analyst position in Plant Engineering will still be deleted, and the Department will explore ways to meet its needs without increasing staffing. Mr. Scott Wildman, Business Agent for Public Employees Union Local One, addressed the Board. Mr. Wildman reaffirmed the value of the process recently begun whereby a budget and finance committee was formed for the purpose of proposing to management a number of ideas for cost containment and revenue enhancement. Secondly, Mr. Wildman stated that he wished to clarify the language in the position paper relating to waiver of the open/promotional recruitment rule. Mr. Wildman stated that although the Union has agreed to suspending the open/promotional recruitment rule with regard to the listed positions, this decision does not constitute an actual modification to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), but is in fact a statement of interest of both parties. The executive board realizes that the District has made every effort to mitigate the impacts and be sensitive to the employees; however, the executive board considers that the MOU is still in full force and if violations of the MOU occur, the Union will follow through with them. Mr. Wildman expressed appreciation for the time and efforts of the management and the Board on this Personnel Budget. Mr. Paul Morsen, Deputy General Manager, stated that under the law the Union has a duty of fair representation. If an employee should grieve this matter, the Union would have no choice but to represent its member and the grievance would be considered on its merits. President Clausen stated that the Personnel Budget indicates there will be a reduction in the number of positions; however, there will not be a reduction in costs as there will be merit increases, cost-of-living increases, and increases in the cost of benefits. Following discussion, it was moved by Member Rainey and seconded by Member Hockett, that the Personnel Budget for Fiscal Year 1993-1994 identified in the position paper as Items 1 through 22, be approved for inclusion in the 1993-1994 District Budget. The motion was unanimously approved on the following roll call vote: ()5 06 93 100 AYES: Members: Rainey, Hockett, Menesini, Dalton, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None 10. CORRESPONDENCE a. NOTE RECEIPT OF LETTER DATED APRIL 6. 1993 FAOM MR. BILL BAKER. UNITED STATES CONGRESSMAN. RESPONDING TO PRESIDENT CLAUSEN'S LETTER REGARDING THE DISTRICT'S INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS Following discussion, receipt was noted of the April 6, 1993 letter from Mr. Bill Baker, United States Congressman, responding to President Clausen's letter regarding the District's infrastructure needs. This item was presented for the Board's information. No action was taken. b. NOTE RECEIPT OF LETTER DATED APRIL 8. 1993 FROM MS. DIANE FEINSTEIN. UNITED STATES gENA TOR. RESPONDING TO PRESIDENT CLAUSEN'S LETTER REGARDING THE DISTRICT'S INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS Receipt was noted of the April 8, 1993 letter from Ms. Diane Feinstein, United States Senator, responding to President Clausen's letter regarding the District's infrastructure needs. This item was presented for the Board's information. No action was taken. c. NOTE RECEIPT OF LETTER DATED APRIL 19. 1993 FROM A. B. McNABNEY. VICE PRESIDENT-CONSERVATION OF THE MT. DIABLO AUDUBON SOCIETY. REQUESTING THAT MEETINGS BE TAPE RECORDED Receipt was noted of the April 19, 1993 letter from A. B. McNabney, Vice President- Conservation, Mt. Diablo Audubon Society, requesting that District Board Meetings be tape recorded. Mr. Dolan commented on the quality of the minutes and the historical lack of controversy regarding the completeness and accuracy of the minutes. He indicated that, since taped recordings are normally only retained long enough to resolve disputes that might arise during the approval of the minutes, it would appear that one of the reasons agencies sometimes use recordings did not appear to apply at the District. Following discussion of the value, use and the retention period for taped proceedings, the revenue shortfall facing the District, and the costs involved in recording District Board Meetings, it was the opinion of the majority of the Board that District Board Meetings not be recorded at this time. It was noted for the record, that Member Menesini spoke emphatically in favor of recording District Board Meetings and stated that a verbatim transcript of District Board Meetings would be valuable for validation of interpretation of remarks. d. NOTE RECEIPT OF LETTER DATED APRIL 19. 1993 FROM A. B. McNABNEY. VICE PRESIDENT-CONSERVATION OF THE MT. DIABLO AUDUBON SOCIETY. CONCERNING THE TAl-VALLEY WASTEWATER AUTHORITY (TWA) PROPOSED PROJECT: DIRECT STAFF TO DRAFT RESPONSE Following discussion of similar correspondence, the staff time involved in responding to repeated questions, decisions made in sizing the A-Line, and options for focusing this energy and public agency interest in a positive way in the area of water reclamation, it was the consensus of the Board that receipt be noted by the April 1, 1993 letter from A. B. McNabney, Vice President-Conservation, Mt. Diablo Audubon Society, concerning the Tri-Valley Wastewater Authority (TWA) proposed project and that staff be directed to draft a response. 05 06 93 101 e. NOTE RECEIPT OF LETTER DATED APRIL 12. 1993 FROM MR. JOHN A. NEJEDLY. OF WALNUT CREEK. CONCERNING THE TRI-VALLEY WASTEWATER AUTHORITY (TWA) ffiQfQ.Sf.tlPROJECT AND THE DISTRICT'S A-LINE PROJECT: CONSIDER DIRECTING STAFF TO RESPOND DIRECTLY It was the consensus of the Board of that receipt of the April 1 2, 1 993 letter from Mr. John A. Nejedly concerning the Tri-Valley Wastewater Authority (TWA) proposed project and the District's A-Line Project be noted and that staff be directed to respond directly carefully explaining the sizing of the A-Line. f. NOTE RECEIPT OF LETTER DATED APRIL 22. 1993 FROM THE CITY OF WALNUT CREEK MAYOR GENE WOLFE AND COUNCILMEMBER EVELYN MUNN CONCERNING THE TRI-VALLEY WASTEWATER AUTHORITY (TWA) PROPOSED PROJECT: DIRECT STAFF TO DRAFT RESPONSE Following a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that receipt of the April 22, 1993 letter from the City of Walnut Creek Mayor Gene Wolfe and Councilmember Evelyn Munn concerning the Tri-Valley Wastewater Authority (TWA) proposed project be noted and that staff be directed to draft a response. g. NOTE RECEIPT OF LETTER DATED APRIL 23. 1993 FROM THE CITY OF PITTSBURG MAYOR ROBERT T. LEWIS CONCERNING THE TRI- VALLEY WASTEWATER AUTHORITY (TWA) PROPOSED PROJECT: DIRECT STAFF TO DRAFT RESPONSE Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that receipt of the April 23, 1993 letter from the City of Pittsburg Mayor Robert T. Lewis concerning the Tri-Valley Wastewater Authority (TWA) proposed project be noted and that staff be directed to draft a response. a. 11. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MINUTES OF ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 25.1993 b. MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 1. 1 993 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 15. 1 993 c. It was moved by Member Rainey and seconded by Member Menesini, that the minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of March 25, 1993, the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 1, 1993, and the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 15, 1993, be approved as presented. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. a. 12. APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURE LIST DATED MAY 6. 1993 Member Menesini, member of the Budget and Finance Committee, stated that he and Member Hockett reviewed the expenditures and found them to be satisfactory. In response to questions from the Board, expenditures for attorneys' fees, work regarding possible contamination of ground water in the Lafayette area, and editing services for the composting video were discussed. It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Hockett, that the Expenditure List dated May 6, 1993, including Self-Insurance Check Nos. 100682- 100687, Running Expense Check Nos. 74796-75285, Sewer Construction Check Nos. 12358-12483, and Payroll Check Nos. 30963-31251, be approved as recommended. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. 05 93 06 102 a. 13. BUDGET AND FINANCE REVIEW THE FINANCIAL STATUS AND BUDGET OF THE SELF-INSURANCE FUND AND APPROVE THE ALLOCATION OF $80.000 TO THE FUND FROM THE 1993- 1 994 O&M BUDGET Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that the O&M Budget expenditures will increase as a result of this $80,000 contribution to the Self-Insurance Fund. However, O&M revenues will also increase as a portion of this $80,000 will be recovered on the franchise fee. Mr. Kenton L. Aim, Counsel for the District, stated that there is a possibility that some of the legal expenses for the Acme litigation, a major expense of the Self-Insurance Fund, will be reimbursed by insurance carriers. It was the consensus of the Board that allocation of $80,000 from the 1993-1994 O&M Budget to the Self-Insurance Fund be approved. b. APPROVE A BOARD RESOLUTION FORGIVING COLLECTION OF PAST UNBILLED SEWER SERVICE CHARGES FOR YEARS PRIOR TO FISCAL YEAR 1992-1993 Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that the language in the position paper and resolution does not accurately reflect the action being recommended to the Board. Rather than forgive collection of past unbilled Sewer Service Charges, it is recommended that the Board consider foregoing collection. In response to questions from President Clausen and Member Menesini, Ms. Deborah Ratcliff, Controller, stated that the errors and omissions that resulted in unbilled Sewer Service Charges extend back some years and are of a clerical nature. Since this came to light, steps have been taken to minimize the likelihood of future errors. A sign-off procedure has been implemented to coordinate the activities of Accounting staff and Permit Section staff to avoid the possibility of human errors. In the future with the implementation of the new Management Information System (MIS), this process will be computerized. Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that the resolution and letters be redrafted as recommended by Mr. Dolan and placed on the Consent Calendar for adoption at the May 20, 1993 Board Meeting. c. APPROVe THE 1993-1994 EQUIPMENT BUDGET FOR INCLUSION IN 1993-1994 DISTRICT BUDGET Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that the 1 993-1 994 Equipment Budget was reviewed in detail by the Capital Projects Committee and presented to the full Board for consideration at the April 15, 1993 Board Meeting. With regard to President Clausen's memo recommending that only items required for safety be purchased and that the other equipment items be purchased only if the District retains the balance of its ad valorem tax revenue, Mr. Dolan stated that he has the greatest respect for the intent of the memo and the goal of keeping the cost down. The first concern of the District and management is to have a safe work force, and the District does have a safe work force. In these times of economic stress, a major concern is productivity. Recognizing the goal set by President Clausen, staff would like to propose a different approach to the same goal. Mr. Dolan requested that the Board approve the 1 993-1 994 Equipment Budget contingent upon the District receiving the remaining ad valorem tax revenue. However, it is likely that the District will lose the remaining ad valorem tax revenue. If so, staff would like to come back and propose cuts to the Equipment Budget. Discussion followed wherein the Board concurred with President Clausen's concerns with regard to declining revenues and the possible loss of ad valorem tax revenue; but agreed that if such a loss occurs, staff should be given the job of reducing the Equipment Budget. President Clausen concurred. It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Hockett, that the 1993- 1994 Equipment Budget be approved for inclusion in the 1993-1994 District Budget to 05" 06 93 103 be adopted on June 17, 1993, subject to the condition that if the remaining portion of the District's ad valorem tax revenue is taken by the State, staff will propose cuts to the 1 993-1 994 Equipment Budget to achieve the goal set by the Board. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. None a. b. c. d. 14. EMERGENCY SITUATIONS REQUIRING BOARD ACTION 15. REPORTS GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER 1) Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, announced that Valley Waste Management has been informed that Waste Fibre Recovery will no longer accept green waste from the District's service area. As the Board will recall, Waste Fibre Recovery set limits on the amount of wet material they could process as a percentage of combustible dry wood. 2) Mr. Dolan announced that Valley Waste Management has been advised by Mt. Diablo Recycling that, due to declining markets for recyclables, they will no longer to able to process the Valley recyclables. Valley is searching for other options. COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT None SECRETARY OF THE DISTRICT 1 ) Ms. Joyce E. Murphy, Secretary of the District, stated that the Board was advised previously that one unsuccessful candidate for election to the Board of Directors had failed to pay his share of printing the candidate statement. Ms. Murphy reported that payment in full of the $1,025.54 balance owing was received on May 3, 1993. BOARD MEMBERS 1 ) Member Rainey reported that the Central Contra Costa Solid Waste Authority met on April 22, 1993 and received Mr. Morsen's presentation on rail transfer and disposal facilities in the States of Washington and Utah. 2) Member Rainey reported that the Contra Costa Solid Waste Authority met on May 5, 1993. Supervisor McPeak was present representing Contra Costa County. The Authority's work program and coordination with regional joint powers authorities were the main topics of discussion. Ms. Robin Bedell-Waite, of Contra Costa County, reported on the County's Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Collection Program. The first event will be held in the City of Martinez. Member Rainey stated that thè County intends to limit publication of the event and require that appointments be scheduled in advance. Member Rainey expressed concern with this procedure. 3) Member Dalton reported that he and Member Hockett attended the Recycling Advisory Committee on May 4, 1993. At that meeting, Ms. Bedell-Waite made a presentation on the County's Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Collection Program and similar concerns were expressed as noted by Member Rainey. 4) Member Rainey stated that the Fiscal Unity Committee has not met since the last District Board Meeting. 5) Following discussion, it was moved by Member Rainey and seconded by Member Dalton, that Resolution No. 93-040 opposing the taking of property 0-5 06 93 -------- 104 tax revenue by the State of California, be adopted and that the draft letter be approved as modified. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: Rainey, Dalton, Menesini, Hockett, Clausen NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None In addition to the copies noted, President Clausen requested that the resolution be sent to all Contra Costa cities and public agencies, County Supervisors Association of California (CSAC), and the League of California Cities. , 6. ANNOUNCEMENTS President Clausen announced that he, Member Hockett, and Plant Operations Division Manager Jim Kelly attended the Contra Costa Water District meeting on May 5, 1993, at which Central Contra Costa Sanitary District was recognized as one of the top water savers in 1992 for reducing daily water usage by 31,000 gallons, 61 percent over 1990 usage. President Clausen stated that the Board received a copy of a letter from the Martinez City Council to the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors supporting the continued operation of Henry's Wood Farms. President Clausen suggested that the District take a position supporting Henry's Wood Farms continued operation. The Board concurred. 17. CLOSED SESSION INITIATION OF LITIGATION a. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c), on the advice of Counsel based on existing facts and circumstances, the Board of Directors of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District has decided to initiate or is deciding whether to initiate litigation. At 6: 12 p.m., President Clausen declared the closed session to discuss litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c). At 6:32 p.m., President Clausen concluded the closed session and reconvened the meeting into open session. 18. ACTIONS RESULTING FROM DISCUSSIONS IN CLOSED SESSION None 19. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, President Clausen adjourned the meeting at the hour of 6:32 p.m. Pr ident the Board of Directors, ent ontra Costa Sanitary District, ounty of Contra Costa, State of California COUNTERSIGNED: \V,L~ ~t ¿ I S cr t y of the Central Co ra Co a Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California 05 06 93