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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 07-26-90 141 MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD ON JULY 26, 1990 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. for a joint meeting of Sewer and Water Agencies of Contra Costa County. The Secretary of the District noted the attendance of the following Board Members. PRESENT: ABSENT: Members: Members: Boneysteele, Dalton, Clausen, Rainey Carlson Member Carlson had indicated previously that he would be unable to attend this meeting and had requested that he be excused. 1. INTRODUCTIONS Chairperson Rainey welcomed everyone to the meeting of the Sewer and Water Agencies of Contra Costa County. The representatives from each agency and members of the public attending the meeting introduced themselves. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF APRIL 26. 1990 There being no corrections or additions, the minutes of April 26, 1990, were approved as mailed. 3. WATER QUALITY AWARENESS WEEK Mr. Paul Morsen, of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, reported that each year water and sewer agencies in the State of Michigan stage events for Water Quality Awareness Week. Events include publicity and press releases, tours and open houses, and educational programs in the local schools. They have been well received. Mr. Morsen asked if the Sewer and Water Agencies would be interested in such a program in Contra Costa County. In the discussion that followed many timely and important water quality issues were suggested as issues to be addressed as part of this program. It was suggested that water purveyors be involved in the planning to avoid duplication of existing programs they may have. Chairperson Rainey asked for a show of hands of interest in a Water Quality Awareness Week in Contra Costa County and received endorsement of the concept. Chairperson Rainey stated that a committee would be formed to plan the program and to bring suggestions back for consideration at the October 25, 1990 Sewer and Water Agencies meeting. chairperson Rainey asked that anyone interested in serving on the committee let her know during the evening. 4. COUNTY DRAFT ORDINANCE ON WATER RECLAMATION Ms. Roberta Goulart, of Contra Costa County Community Development Department, distributed copies of the preliminary draft of the Contra Costa County Ordinance Defining Requirements for Non- Potable Water Use. Ms. Goulart stated that the County is working with the districts to support their efforts in water reclamation projects. The Board of Supervisors recently adopted a policy that the potential for water reclamation should be evaluated in all new developments. This matter was referred to water and sanitary districts in June 1990, for drafting of an ordinance. The intent of the ordinance is to have the potential for water reclamation evaluated prior to the issuance of land use permits for any development. The preliminary draft ordinance will go before the Board of Supervisors Water Committee on September 17, 1990, and 07 26 '9,0 142 then will be sent to all agencies and other interested parties for comments. Mr. Michael Wallis, of East Bay Municipal utility District, stated that the ordinance deals primarily with front yard and common area watering. Discussion followed concerning inclusion of language relating to establishment of wetlands and marshlands, costs and evaluation criteria for individual developments, and changing the word "reclaimed" to "recycled" each place it appears. Comments will be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors Water Committee. In addition, agencies will have an opportunity for more detailed analysis during the comment period. Mr. Ken Caldwell, of Dublin San. Ramon Services District, reported that the Association of Water Reclamation Agencies (AWRA) is merging with the California Association of Reclamation Entities of Water (CAREW). The newly formed association will be embarking on an extensive public education program both at the regional and statewide level. In addition, the association will continue lobbying efforts to ensure that funds and legislative support are available for water recycling projects. 5. REPORT ON HAZARDOUS WASTE MINIMIZATION TASK FORCE There was no report from the Hazardous Waste Minimization Task Force. 6. SOLID WASTE JPA UPDATE Chairperson Rainey reported that after two years of working on the draft JPA, the cities and agencies have accepted the JPA concept. There were some problems in bringing the county to the table. Hòwever the Environmental Affairs Committee of the Board of Supervisors has now considered the concept and expressed some interest in reviewing the document. The Solid Waste JPA Committee plans to go forward with the JPA in the fall of 1990, with the JPA being functional in early 1991. The County has indicated they need 60 days for review. It is expected that the document will go to the Councils and Boards in October 1990. Mr. Paul Hughey, of Contra Costa Water District, asked if the JPA would go forward if the County does not participate. Chairperson Rainey stated that AB 939 places most of the responsibility for solid waste with the cities. It is hoped that the County will participate but the JPA could go forward in any case. The County would retain land use responsibilities. 7. DIRECTORY Chairperson Rainey stated that because of the election in November 1990, it is planned that the directory of sewer and water agencies will come out in January 1991. Chairperson Rainey discussed the name for the organization and the logo developed for . use in the directory and on other documents. The group agreed that the name for the organization should be Sewer and Water Agencies of Contra Costa County. 8. OTHER ITEMS Use of low flow, high velocity toilets was discussed. Mr. Robert Baker, of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, stated that Supervisor Tom Torlakson has proposed the formation of a Council of Governments whereby services would be consolidated. Mr. Baker recommended that the Sewer and Water Agencies watch this proposal and take an active role should interest in the proposal escalate. '...07 26 '90 143 9. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Ken Caldwell announced that the Association of Water Reclamation Agencies (AWRA) and the California Association of Reclamation Entities of Water (CAREW) are planning a joint conference on water recycling in Monterey on September 26, 27, and 28, 1990. Mr. Caldwell encouraged anyone interested to attend. Chairperson Rainey requested that Mr. Caldwell report on the conference at the October 25, 1990 Sewer and Water Agencies meeting. Mr. Caldwell stated that he would. Mr. Ted Wooten, of West Contra Costa Sanitary District, suggested that the AWRA/CAREW conferences be scheduled just prior to the California Association of Sanitation Agencies (CASA) conferences in the same ci ties to allow interested persons to attend both conferences. Mr. Caldwell thanked Mr. Wooten for his suggestion. 10. DEVELOP AGENDA FOR OCTOBER 25. 1990 MEETING Chairperson Rainey stated that a water quality planning update is planned for the October 25, 1990 meeting. Chairperson Rainey requested other items for the agenda. It was suggested that the report on Hazardous Waste Minimization Task Force activities remain a standing agenda item. Mr. Douglas Tubb, of Crockett-Valona Sanitary District, asked that presentations be scheduled on technical issues and trends in the water and wastewater fields. Chairperson Rainey thanked representatives for the suggestions and requested that additional agenda items be sent to Joyce Murphy at Central Contra Costa Sanitary District. 11. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at the hour of 7:35 p.m. Dinner was served immediately following the business meeting. ~t2L President of the Board of Directors Central Contra Costa Sanitary District County of Contra Costa, state of California Countersigned: /1 al Contra Costa unty of Contra Costa, " 07 , 2 6 -':9 ()