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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 07-25-91 137 MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD ON JULY 25, 1991 The District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened in an adjourned regular session at the Velvet Turtle, 100 Chilpancingo Parkway, Pleasant Hill, County of Contra Costa State of California, at 6:30 p.m. on July 25, 1991, for a joint meeting of Sanitation and Water Agencies of Contra Costa County. The Secretary of the District noted the attendance of the following Board Members: PRESENT: Members: Boneysteele, Dalton, Rainey ABSENT: Members: Carlson, Clausen Members Carlson and Clausen had previously advised staff that they would be unable to attend this meeting and had requested that they be excused. 1. INTRODUCTIONS Chairperson Rainey welcomed everyone to the meeting of the Sanitation and Water Agencies of Contra Costa County. The representatives of each agency and members of the public attending the meeting introduced themselves. Chairperson Rainey announced that Member Nels Carlson, a long-time Member of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Board of Directors, will be stepping down from the Board in August 1991. The District is very sorry to lose Member Carlson. The Board will be interviewing and making an appointment to fill the remainder of Member Carlson's term which expires in November 1992. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES There being no corrections or additions, the minutes of May 23, 1991, were approved as mailed. 3. PRESENTATION ON NO-DIG TECHNOLOGIES Mr. John Larson, of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District (CCCSD), stated that no-dig or trenchless technologies have been used successfully several times by CCCSD. Trenchless technology can be used for new construction and for repair and replacement. Construction costs are going up, safety standards are increasing, underground congestion and traffic congestion are increasing, the cost of reinstating residents' yards after construction is going up, and public expectations are increasing. Trenchless technology may address some of these concerns. The field has developed primarily outside the United . States in Europe and Japan, because of limited land, aging infrastructure, and sensitivity to public impacts of a project in those countries. When these issues are considered, more costly trenchless technology becomes more viable. Trenchless technology is used because: 1 ) 2) 3) 4) 5) It has the minimum impact on residents. There is little or no excavation. Traffic impacts are reduced. There is a minimal amount of irreparable damage. It can be used as a mitigation measure in a local area. Costs for trenchless technology are becoming competitive with typical open cut methods. Mr. Larson showed slides and described various trenchless technologies including moling, directional drilling, microtunneling, lining, and pipe bursting. Mr. Larson recommended that as Sanitation and Water Agency Board and staff members, we educate ourselves to these trenchless technologies, consider piggyback or joint projects, and foster the trenchless technology industry. Mr. Larson invited anyone .. ~ ,.. ',; ¡: . '" .: 07 2~ 01 138 , interested to visit a demonstration project of the Expandit technology at CCCSD in August. Contract Mr. Larson for details. Mr. Larson stated that a Bay Area Pipe Users Group is being formed for users of any and all kinds of pipe. Contact Tad Pilecki at CCCSD or Art Hamid at James Montgomery Engineers for further information. In conclusion, Mr. Larson stated that by using trenchless technology I we will become more successful in our projects because we will be building in public acceptance and mitigation of these projects. Discussion followed concerning the accuracy of trenchless techniques, ways to encourage contractors to bid trenchless technology, and use of these methods in various types of terrain. Chairperson Rainey thanked Mr. Larson for his presentation and indicated that he would be staying for dinner should anyone have any further questions. 4. UPDATE ON DROUGHT a. EAST BAY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT Mr. Michael Wallis, of East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD), reported that 15 percent mandatory conservation policy is still in place in EBMUD's service area; however, 31 percent conservation has been maintained. b. CONTRA COSTA WATER DISTRICT Mr. Art Jensen, of Contra Costa Water District (CCWD).¡ reported that CCWD lias been successful in purchasing more water through the State Water Bank. CCWD has relaxed from a mandatory conservation program to a 1 5 percent voluntary program. Customers are going off the mandatory program as they are billed since they went on the program as they were billed. Chairperson Rainey asked what we can expect if there is the same amount of rain in the coming year as last. Mr. Jensen stated that given the current level of storage, environmental commitments, and requirements for water quality standards in the Delta, if the coming year is as bad as 1977, there will be no contract water for anyone. CCWD is putting together a task force to determine what CCWD would do in response to that situation. c. DUBLIN SAN RAMON SERVICES DISTRICT Mr. Bert Michalczyk, of Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD), reported that DSRSD supplies water to the City of Dublin. A 25 percent voluntary rationing program has been instituted. In general, a 23 percent overall reduction has been achieved. It is estimated that approximately 85 percent of DSRSD customers are using less water this year than last. DSRSD buys water from Zone 7 of the Alameda Water and Flood Control District. They project they will be running out of water in late September 1991. Then DSRSD must depend solely on groundwater. Zone 7 is considering purchasing State Water Bank water if it becomes necessary. 5. CALIFORNIA SPECIAL DISTRICTS ASSOCIATION Chairperson Rainey reported that she received a telephone call from Ms. Ro Aguilar, of the East Bay Regional Park District, asking if the Sanitation and Water Agencies of Contra Costa County would be interested in associating with the California Special Districts Association. Chairperson Rainey requested input from those present. In the discussion that followed, it was noted that there may be some advantages in joining the State Association relating chiefly to lobbying and pooled financing for projects. However, it was the consensus of those present, not to join the California Special Districts Association at this time. 07 25 91 ',:' '\ <: ;'JO,~ . ,'.' ; .,;r , .< . .'_. ~" " 139 6. FISCAL UNITY SUMMIT Chairperson Rainey stated that a Fiscal Unity ~ummit was held recently at the suggestion of Supervisor Tom Torlakson and Walnut Creek City Councilmember Evelyn Munn. Chairperson Rainey was asked to represent special districts at that conference. The premise of the conference was to discuss ways jurisdictions can all share money. Chairperson Rainey stated that consolidation and sharing of activities and resources such as automobile maintenance, laboratory testing, and training have been discussed in the past. The Fiscal Unity Summit is ongoing and it may be appropriate to look further at possible areas of consolidation. Chairperson Rainey asked if there is any interest in looking at possible mergers or consolidation. Discussion followed with regard to mergers currently in progress, the voluntary nature of any mergers discussed, the need for sensitivity to the wishes of some districts to remain independent, and the legal parameters and history relating to this issue. It was decided that this matter would be calendared for further discussion at the next meeting. 7. SOLID WASTE a. COUNTY ORDINANCE ON FRANCHISING FOR UNINCORPORATED AREAS Mr. Paul Morsen, of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, reported that the Board of Supervisors adopted an ordinance on June 11, 1991, to take over solid waste franchising activities in the unincorporated areas. The ordinance is effective August 11, 1991. As requested by members of the Sanitation and Water Agencies of Contra Costa County, the Board of Supervisors included a provision for Memoranda of Understanding (MOU's) between the franchising sanitary districts and the County; however, the County would retain planning authority and control of the waste stream. The sanitary districts will be required to carry out AB939 requirements and hold the County harmless. These conditions may be unacceptable to the sanitary districts. Chairperson Rainey stated that CCCSD conducted a workshop on July 19, 1991, to discuss these issues and CCCSD's role in solid waste planning and management. The cities and unincorporated areas currently franchised by CCCSD, unofficially endorsed CCCSD's continued role in solid waste activities. Consequently, CCCSD will try to negotiate an acceptable MOU with the County. ' b. COUNTY-WIDE JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY Mr. Morsen reported that the County-wide Solid Waste Joint Powers Authority (JPA), Contra Costa Solid Waste Authority, has been formed. The bylaws provide that 50 percent of the cities and sanitary districts with 50 percent of the population must join for the JPA to be formed. That has happened. The first meeting is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31, 1991, at the George Gordon Center, 500 Court Street, Martinez. 8. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Michael Wallis, of East Bay Municipal Utility District, announced that comments on the Basin Plan for the San Francisco Bay Area are due to the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) by August 15, 1991. The RWQCB hearing is scheduled for September 18, 1991. This decision will affect all sanitation and water agencies. Chairperson Rainey announced that the Bay Area Air Quality Management District is conducting hearings as well. Chairperson Rainey requested that an update on the BAAQMD and RWQCB hearings be provided at the next meeting. Chairperson Rainey stated that Mr. Dwight Meadows, of Oakley-Bethel Island Wastewater Management Authority, has indicated OBIWMA would be willing to make a presentation at a future meeting on their innovative project creating a wetlands. Discussion followed concerning the meeting dates for the remainder of the calendar year. It was determined that the Sanitation and Water Agencies of Contra Costa County will meet on September 26, 1991 and October 24, 1991. . 07 25. 91 140 9. DEVELOP AGENDA FOR NEXT MEETING In addition to the agenda items discussed earlier in the meeting, Mr. Art Jensen, of Contra Costa Water District, suggested that a presentation be made on industrial recycling being done in response to the drought. Chairperson Rainey thanked Mr. Jensen for his suggestion and asked that any other suggestions be submitted to Ms. Joyce Murphy at Central Contra Costa Sanitary District. 10. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Rainey announced with regret that Director Paul Hughey, of Contra Costa Water District, passed away last month. There being no further business, Chairperson Rainey adjourned the meeting at the hour of 8:02 p.m. in memory of Contra Costa Water District Director Paul Hughey. Dinner was served imme~iately following the business meeting. /~/~ ~. "'."" /. , -. .' ;k.- -- - i ~ -- p,resi~rít of the Board of Directors, (:.emfal Contra Costa Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California - COUNTERSIGNED: ~ re ry of the Central Con ra C sta Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California 07 25 91