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MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR BOARD MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
JULY 14,1977
The District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
convened in an adjourned session at its regular place of meeting, 1250
Springbrook Road, Walnut Creek, County of Contra Costa, State of California
on July 14,1977 at 7:30 P.M.
1.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Members:
ABSENT: Members:
Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
None.
II!.
APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES
After review of the expenditures, it was moved by Member Rustigian,
seconded by Member Carlson, that the expenditures including Sewer Construction
Voucher Nos. 3115 through 3122, along with Sewer Construction Voucher
Nos. 186 through 204 inclusive; Running Expense Voucher Nos. 1089 through
1324, along with Voucher Nos. 1366 through 1529; and Payroll Voucher
Nos. 275 through 474, be approved. Motion carried by the following
vote:
AYES: Members:
NOES: Members:
ABSENT: Members:
Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
IV. HEARINGS
None.
V.
BIDS
None.
VI OLD BUSINESS
APPONTMENT OF BOARD MEMBER
1.
President Boneysteele stated that there were five candidates being
considered for the appointment and turned the matter over to the floor.
It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by President Boneysteele,
that Mr. Robert A. Falco be appointed to fill the vacancy on the Board.
Motion failed by the following vote:
AYES: Members:
NOES: Members:
ABSENT: Members:
Rustigian and Boneysteele
Carlson and Allan
None
The Board proceeded to hear presentations by the candidates present,~
who were as follows: Mr. Ron Butler, Mr. Jack E. Campbell, Mr. Robert Falco
and Mr. Allan Stanley.
Mr. Douglas Carlson was away in Mexico but sent a wire expressing
his desire to serve on the Board.
Member Carlson suggested that the Board vote on each of the candidates.
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It was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Allan, that Mr.
Ron Butler be appointed to fill the vacancy on the Board. Motion failed
by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
r~embers :
Carlson and Allan
Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
It was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Allan, that
Douglas Carlson be appointed to fill the vacancy on the Board. Motion
failed by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Carlson and Allan
Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
It was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member Carlson, that Mr.
Jack Campbell be appointed to fill the vacancy on the Board. Motion
failed by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
~1embers :
Carlson and Allan
Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
It was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Allan, that Mr.
Allan Stanley be appointed to fill the vacancy on the Board. Motion
failed by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Carlson and Allan
Rustigian and Boneysteele
None
After discussion, it was suggested that the Board report to the
County Board of Supervisors that they were unable to reach a decision
on the appointment.
Member Rustigian stated that the Board should make a decision on
this matter. After further discussion, it was moved by Member Rustigian,
seconded by Member Allan, that Mr. Jack E. Campbell be appointed to fill
the vacancy on the Board created by the resignation of Richard J. Mitchell,
until the general election on November 8, 1977 and that a resolution be
adopted to that effect.
RESOLUTION NO. 77-184, A RESOLUTION APPOINTING JACK E. CAMPBELL TO
THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
~1embers :
Members:
Members:
Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
President Boneysteele thanked all the candidates for their interested
participation and requested that after a recess, the Secretary of the
District swear in Mr. Campbell so that he may be seated on the Board.
At 8:15 P.M., President Boneysteele declared a recess.
At 8:21 P.M., President declared the recess closed.
Mr. Hopkins, Secretary of the District, administered the oath of
office and Mr. Campbell took his seat on the Board.
Mr. Carniato, District Counsel, requested that the Secretary of the
District send an amended roster to the County Clerk and the Secretary of
State.
2.
ADOPTION OF FINAL OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE BUDGET FOR 1977-78
After explanation by Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, and
discussion by the Board, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by
Member Rustigian, that the Maintenance and Operations Budget for 1977-78
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be adopted.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members:
NOES: Members:
ABSTAINING: Member:
Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None:
Campbell (Not familiar with Budget)
3.
REPORT ON PLANT CAPACITY VS. GROWTH
Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, advised that the report
is broken into three stages: (1) Mr. Jay McCoy, Sr. Engineer, will
discuss the nature of the growth problem and compare the increases in
flow to capacity; (2) Mr. David Eisenhauer of Brown and Caldwell, will
discuss what modification can be made at the Treatment Plant prior to
reaching capacity and: (3) follow-up by the General Manager-Chief Engineer
with overall recommendations and summary.
Mr. McCoy, with the aid of a flow study chart, explained the variables
which can effect the amount of flow which reaches the plant. These
variables include population, number of connections, rainfall and water
usage. Current flow is down because of the drought. If flow was normal,
it would be in excess of 30 mgd. Flow projections show that it is likely
that plant capacity will be exceeded prior to the completion of the
Project 5B-I Plant Expansion.
Mr. Eisenhauer, with the aid of diagrams, explained how the proposed
interim expansion of Treatment Plant capacity can be achieved by utilizing
the existing final sedimentation tanks as additional secondary sedimentation
capacity.
The proposed changes would increase the plant capacity by 5 to 7.5 mgd.
This increase would enable the District to accommodate the projected
growth rate. Thus, no change in the District policy of accommodating
growth permitted by the planning authorities is needed at this time.
Mr. Dolan presented a series of proposed staff actions with the
following recommendations for Board action:
a) Authorize staff to request the Regional Water Quality Control
Board to raise the capacity limit of 30 mgd to 35 mgd upon successful
completion of construction work presently outlined.
b) Authorize expenditure of up to $5,000 for special engineering
services for the design of the proposed plant modifications.
c) In early 1980's adopt a policy which would either continue
present policy of accommodating growth permitted by planning authorities
or develop a formula for apportioning limited capacity.
President Boneysteele asked if there were any questions from the
Board regarding the recommendations. There were none.
It was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member Carlson, that
staff be authorized to request the Regional Water Quality Control Board
to raise the capacity limit of 30 mgd to 35 mgd upon successful completion
of present construction work. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Campbell, Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
President Boneysteele stated it would be appropriate for the Board
to take up "VII NEW BUSINESS, 3. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS ADDED BY SUPPLEMENTAL
AGENDA, Item 3a There were no objections.
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VI!.
NEW BUSINESS
3.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS ADDED BY SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
a. AUTHORIZATION OF $5,000 FOR SPECIAL DESIGN SERVICES OF
BROWN AND CALDWELL
This item was recommended by Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief
Engineer, under IV. OLD BUSINESS, ITEM 3., REPORT ON PLANT CAPACITY VS.
GROWTH.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by
Member Rustigian, that authorization of $5,000 for Special Design Services
by Brown and Caldwell be approved. Motion carried by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Campbell, Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
President Boneysteele reverted to the order of the agenda.
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OLD BUSINESS
4.
AUTHORIZE $25,000 FOR THE DESIGN OF JOB 2252 (BOLLINGER CANYON SEWER)
Mr. Dolan General Manager-Chief Engineer,e<plained that this is a
leach project that receives septic tanks effluent.
Staff is giving more study to this project because a problem has
developed in recent years under wet weather conditions, where flows bore
down the sewer pipe and flow out the lower manhole indicating that there
is probably an infiltration problem in the leach line.
If the District extends the existing system, it will provide additional
8" sewer line, which would be a significant benefit to the District in
the future.
Application has been made to the State for grant funding of 87-1/2%.
Mr. Dolan requested $25,000 for design work.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that authorization of $25,000 for design of Job 2252 (Bollinger
Canyon Sewer) be approved subject to the resolution by the General
Manager-Chief Engineer of the issues presently being studied. Motion
carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Campbell, Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
5.
CASA's ANNUAL WORK CONFERENCE
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member
Carlson, that four Board Members, the General Manager-Chief Engineer,
Deputy General Manager-Chief Engineer, Manager-Plant Operations, and
Counsel for the District be authorized registration, travel and other
expenses to attend the CAS A Annual Workshop at Del Monte on August 17-
20, 1977. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Campbell, Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
6.
REVIEW OF BROADMOOR HOMES WATER RECLAMATION PROPOSAL
Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that there are
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some technical details that need work and has requested Broadmoor
provide further information. This project has been discussed with the
Regional Water Quality Control Board and they generally support the
concept. The District had a number of questions, including the question
of possible conflicts with other water reclamation goals and an uncertainty
as to whether or not there was sufficient reclamable wastewater in the
area. No action is indicated on this matter at this time.
7.
REVIEW OF BECHTEL ATTORNEY FEES
This matter was discussed at the meeting of July 7. Mr. Carniato,
Counsel for the District, reviewed the situation and advised the Board
on what alternatives can be taken regarding Bechtel's request that the
District pay the legal fees involved in the litigation.
After discusssion and comment, it was the consensus of the Board to
defer any action on the matter to some future date.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
1.
ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENTS AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT AND ADOPTION
OF RESPECTIVE RESOLUTIONS AND AUTHORIZE RECORDING
It was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
the easements, as listed below, be accepted at no cost to the District
and that respective resolutions be adopted to that effect and that their
recordation be authorized.
Grantor Job No. Parcel No.
Danville Medical Group 2897 1
Quail Court Assoc. & T. M. Chang &
Yoshie Fugino Chang 2822 2
G. L. Lewis Homes 2757 2B
RESOLUTION NO. 77-185, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM DANVILLE MEDICAL GROUP, A PARTNERSHIP, DANVILLE
AREA, (JOB NO. 2897- PARCEL NO.1) .
RESOLUTION NO. 77-186, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM UAIL COURT ASSOCIATES, A LIMITED PTNSHIP, AND
T. M. CHANG AND YOSHIE FUJINO CHANG, WALNUT CREEK AREA, JOB NO. 2822,
PARCEL NO.2
RESOLUTION NO. 77-187, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST
TO THE DISTRICT FROM G. L. LEWIS HOMES, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION,
LAFAYETTE AREA (JOB NO. 2757 PARCEL NO. 2Bt
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members: Campbell, Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Members: None
2.
AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF "AGREEMENT RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY WITH
ROGER K. SHERWOOD, ET UX, LOCATED AT 3320 WALNUT LANE, LAFAYETTE, JOB
NO. 383, (LOT 132, ST. MARY'S ESTATES)
Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer requested that this item
be held over.
3.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS ADDED BY SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
a. AUTHORIZATION OF 5,000 FOR SPECIAL DESIGN SERVICES FROM
BROWN AND CALDWELL
This item was taken up under Item 3, OLD BUSINESS and acted upon
immediately following that item.
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b. AUTHORIZATION FOR SPECIAL DESIGN SERVICE FRO~1
BROWN AND CALDWELL -
Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, explained that the original
design of the Water Pollution Control/Reclamation Plant provided for a dual
source of electric power supply, however, the State determined that the
cost of the second source would not be eligible for grant funds, so it
was eliminated. Subsequently, with modifications in Plant design, it
has been determined that a second source would be desirable and is
therefore requesting authorization to have Brown and Caldwell perform
an engineering analysis of standby power requirement.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that a limited fee of $13,000 be authorized for Brown and
Caldwell to perform an engineering analysis of standby power requirements
with recommendations for alternatives, be approved. Motion carried by
the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Campbell, Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
c. AUTHORIZATION FOR PAUL PAPKE TO ATTEND THE FOURTH ANNUAL
CONFERENCE ON COMPUTER GRAPHICS AND INTERACTIVE TECHNIQUES
After discussion, it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by
Member Allan, that Paul Papke be authorized registration, travel and other
expenses to attend the Fourth Annual Conference on Computer Graphics,and
Interactive Techniques on July 20-22, in San Jose. Motion carried by
the following vote:
AYES:
Nf>ES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Campbell, Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
d.
REQUEST FOR AN EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Dolan stated that this request is regarding a personnel matter
and requested that it be put over to the end of the meeting.
VII 1.
REPORTS
1.
GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
a. Mr. Dolan directed the Board's attention to the schedule calendars
placed in the back of their books for their convenience. Board Members
expressed agreement with this practice.
b. Mr. Dolan suggested that the Board meet at the Plant in Executive
Session on Saturday, August 6, 1977 to review the Treatment Plant construction
progress and discuss matters concerning contract litigation.
After discussion, it was agreed by the Board to set the tour and
meeting date for August 6, and requested that notices be sent advising
that there will be a meeting of the District Board on August 6 consisting of a
plant tour followed by an executive session to discuss plant litigation
matters.
2.
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
None
3.
SPECIAL COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
None
4.
SECRETARY
None
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5.
COMMITTEES
Board Members stated that they would be recommending Member Campbell
for committee assignments.
IX.
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
a. President Boneysteele inquired as to whether the statement from
Joan Embree (Public Relations Writer) has been paid. He was assured by
staff that it has been paid.
b. President Boneysteele stated that he would be attending the
Drought Conference on July 25 at the Concord Inn.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that authorization for one Board Member and two staff people
to attend the Drought Conference at the Concord Inn on July 25 be approved.
Motion 'carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Campbell, Carlson, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
c. Mr. Jack Best advised the Board on the progress of the retirement
dinner honoring Mr. Charles Gibbs.
At 10:43 P.M., President Boneysteele declared an executive session
to discuss a personnel matter.
At 11:10 P.M., President Boneysteele closed the executive session.
ADJOURNMENT
At 11:11 P.M., President Boneysteele adjourned the meeting.
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COUNTERSIGNED:
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