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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 05-01-80 1708 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD MAY 1, 1980 The District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened in a regular session at its regular place of meeting, 1250 Springbrook Road, Walnut Creek, County of Contra Costa, State of California, on May ì, 1980 at 7:30 p.m. President Carlson called the meeting to order and requested the Secretary to call roll. 1. ROLL CALL PRESENT: ABSENT: Members: Member: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson Stanley II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF APRIL 3, 1980 The minutes of the meeting of April 3, 1980 were deferred to the next meeting. III. APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES Member Boneysteele, member of the Budget and Finance Committee stated that he had reviewed the expenditures indicated on the lists dated May 1,1980, and found them to be satisfactory. After discussion, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Dalton, that the expenditures paid by Sewer Construction Warrant Nos. 1018 through 1042 inclusive and Running Expense Warrant Nos. 10071 through 11094 inclusive; be approved. Motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Member: Stanley IV. HEARINGS None. V. BIDS 1. 1. a. REPORT BIDS FOR INSTALLATION OF COMPOSITE SEWAGE SAMPLERS, DSP 3346 b. AWARD CONTRACT FOR INSTALLATION OF COMPOSITE SEWAGE SAMPLERS, DSP 3346 AND AUTHORIZE FUNDS Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer (GM-CE), reported that bids for the installation of a composite sewage sampler were received and opened on April 24, 1980. They were as follows: McCrary Construction Co. Foster City, CA $35,500 Monterey Mechanical Co. Oakland, CA $38,500 D. W. Nicholson Corp. San Leandro, CA $56,637 Da 1 ze 11 Corp. Emeryvi 11 e, CA The Engineer's Estimate was $35,800 $54,000 0 0 . , ¡ , ,,/ O~) I,::) i',~' '709 After discussion, it was moved by Member Dalton, seconded by Member Boneysteele to award the contract for installation of a composite sewage sampler, DSP 3346 to McCrary Construction Company for the amount of $35,500 and authorize the establishment of a sewer construction fund in the amount of $41,600 ($35,500 for contract and $6,100 to cover contingencies connected with the project). Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Member: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson None Stanley President Carlson called for any items to be taken out of order. Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, suggested that the Board consider VII. NEW BUSINESS, Item 7a. at this time. Board Members voiced no objections to the suggestion. VI I. NEW BUSINESS 7. PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATIVE a. REVIEW WAGE AND BENEFIT REQUESTS FOR 1980-81 AND CORRESPONDENCE FROM EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION AND CONSIDER MEET AND CONFER REQUIREMENT Member Campbell made a statement concerning his activities on the Personnel Committee regarding the Employees Association's requests and correspondence. He concluded his statement by suggesting that 'the General Manager-Chief Engineer and District Counsel be designated to act as representatives of the District Board in meet and confer sessions with the CCCSD Employees Association. Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, made a series of observations and comments relating to the correspondence received from the Employees Association. Mr. Dolan believes that through cooperation and understanding a settlement can be reached that will serve the interest of both the employees and the public. It was moved by Member Campbell to adopt a resolution acknowledging receipt of the Employees Association's Wage and Benefit Request for Fiscal Year 1980-1981 and the appointment of representatives to the Board of Directors for the purpose of meeting and conferring with representatives of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Employees Association. Discussion followed. Mr. David Johnson, President of the Employees Association, introduced members of the Association's Wage and Benefit Committee to the Board. They were as follows: Messrs. Peter Wiebens, Peter Filipovich, Kenneth Moon, Ken Laverty and Donald Risden. Mr. Johnson commented on the communications between the Board and members of the Association. Mr. Filipovich discussed the meet and confer process as it related to the Board's actions. Mr. Carniato, District Counsel, distributed to the Board copies of the proposed resolution and in his opinion the resolution and its adoption would be in conformance with the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act. Mr. Carniato commented on the concern of the Wage and Bene-fit Committee as to the legality of the meet and confer sessions through representatives There was no question in his opinion that the requirements may be met by appointed representatives. Mr. Donald Risden commented that the Govenment Code of the State of California is emphatic that employees cannot serve as representatives in meet and confer sessions, and both Mr. Dolan and Mr. Carniato are employees of the District. He also discussed the activities of the Board at the Board Meeting of April 17, when the Board adjourned into executive session to discuss a personnel matter. 01:'7'.," 1",,"'-, QJ 0 of} ,"i~ " >, ¡' 1l.. iJ () 1710 President Carlson stated that there is a motion before the Board to adopt the resolution as prepared and asked for any Board comments. Member Boneysteele commented that the Board Members are not available during the working day due to their job responsibilities., Because of their limited time availability, it would be impossible for a Board Member to properly negotiate wages and benefits. After further discussion, Member Dalton seconded the motion previously made by Member Campbell to adopt the resolution acknowledging receipt of the Employees Association's wage and benefits request for fiscal year 1980-1981 and the appointment of representatives of the Board of Directors for the purpose of meeting and conferring with representatives of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Employees Association. Resolution No. 80-61. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Member: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson None Stanley President Carlson thanked the employees for attending the Board Meeting and reverted to the order of the agenda. VI. OLD BUSINESS 1. a. APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH MACKINLAY, WINNACKER, MCNEIL AIA & ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE NEW OFFICE BUILDING DSP 3000, AND AUTHORIZE EXECUTION Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, advised that at the last meeting the Board had expressed concern over some items in the ~MM Agreemevt and the fee structure. The fee structure was based on a time and expense method with a fixed ceiling. The Board was of the opinion that the fee curve was too high for this type of work and asked MWM to submit a modified curve. Mr. Tom Dawson, an associate with the office of John J. Carniato, District Counsel, met with MWM and proposed some changes to the Agreement; namely, under Article 1, subparagraph 1.1.2, Design and Development, and Article 8, subparagraph 8.1, Basic Services. The Board reviewed the amended contract. Mr. Winnacker of MWM addressed the Board, stated that by comparison a contract involving a fixed fee would result in a lower cost to the District than a contract based on time and expense with a ceiling. Discussion followed after which President Carlson stated that he felt the contract would be acceptable if the fee was based on a time and expense figure not to exceecl 6~1/e%, regardless of the construction cost. The Board excused MWM representatives to consider a reduced fee schedule and continued with the agenda until such time that MWM returned to the meeting. 2. APPROVE PLANS AND PROJECT MANUAL FOR BACKUP CAKE PUMP INSTALLATION AND AUTHORIZE ADVERTISING FOR BIDS Mr. Dolan, GMCE, explained that at the meeting of January 10, 1980, the Board authorized Rickard Associates to prepare plans and specifications for the installation of a backup cake pump in the solids conditioning buil di ng. The plans and specifications have now been completed and staff is requesting authorization to advertise for bids for the installation of the backup cake pump. The preliminary Engineer's Estimate for this project is $45,000. 0", ¡., ,-, , . .' r" d "'"'" {.; q V. ,..""",\ ~U 1711 After discussion, it was moved by Member Dalton, seconded by Member Boneysteele that the plans and specifications for the installation of the backup cake pump be approved and to authorize advertising for bids for the project. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Member: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson None Stanley APPROVE PLANS AND PROJECT MANUAL FOR DECHLORINATOR FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT DSP 3272 AND AUTHORIZE ADVERTISING FOR BIDS 3. Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, explained that this project is funded under the Clean Water Grant Program as part of the Stage 5B expansto,n ,project and is eligible for reimbursement of up to 87-1/2%-of cons~ruction costs. The preliminary engineers estimate is $180,300. After discussion, it was moved by Member Dalton, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that the plans and specifications for Declorinator Facility Improvements, Project DSP 3272 be approved and that advertising for bids be authorized. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Member: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson None Stanley 4. APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES BUILDING AND AUTHORIZI THE ADVERTISING FOR BIDS After explanation by Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, and Board discussion, it was moved by Member Dalton, seconded by Member Campbell, that the plans and specifications for the Construction Services Building (Job No. 3383) be approved subject to staff review in regard to providing sewer service to the site and that advertising for bids be authorized. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Member: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson None Stanley VI I. NEW BUSINESS ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENTS AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT AND ADOPTION OF RESPECTIVE RESOLUTIONS AND AUTHORIZE RECORDING 1. After discussion, it was moved by Member Campbell, seconded by Member Dalton, that the easements, as listed, be accepted at no cost to the District, respective resolutions adopted and recordation authorized. Grantor Area Job No. Parcel Res No. a. Silverwood Dev. Co. Walnut Creek 3253 2 80-62 b. Ronald G. Dennis & Joanne G. Dennis Walnut Creek 2272 1 80-63 c. Pine Grove Associates Orinda 3359 1 80-64 d. Zocchi Brothers Pleasant Hill 3112 1 80-65 e. Thomas F. Morgan & Nancy M. Morgan Diablo 2421 1 80-66 f. Cleaveland Green Assoc. Pleasant Hill 3364 2 80-67 g. Crow Canyon Executive Park San Ramon 3353 2 80-68 Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Boneysteele, Dalton Campbell and Carlson NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Member: Stanley OF /f,:\ ..., II ~jj 1712 2. AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF QUITCLAIM EASEMENT - WALNUT CREEK AREA, JOB NO. 2272 (TRACT EASEMENT) AND RECORDING SM1E After explanation by Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, it was moved by Member Dalton, seconded by Member Campbell, that the President and Secretary be authorized to execute a quitclaim easement, Walnut Creek area, Job NO. 2272, Parcel Miscellaneous, a resolution adopted to that effect and their recording authorized. Resolution No. 80-69. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: r~ember : Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson None Stanley 3. AUTHORIZE PA 80-14 SAN RAMON AREA, PA 80-15 DANVILLE AREA AND PA 80-16 DANVILLE AREA TO BE INCLUDED IN THE NEXT FORMAL ANNEXATION TO THE DISTRICT Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, felt it would be appropriate at this time to give the Board an update on the continuing issue of tax revenues from newly annexed property. County Auditior has defined an increase in the assessed value of properties after the date of annexation as a tax increment. The County is proposing that the tax increment would be shared with various special districts. Under this proposal, the District would receive a share of those tax revenues comparable to the share we receive elswhere in our service area. Considering that most properties are raw land when annexed to the District, there is a marked increase in the assessed value when sewers are extended and the land developed. EBMUD and CASA are receptive to the proposal. The preferred position for Central San would be to receive a share of the total tax base (tax prior to July 79 and increments) for the properties annexed or other equitable tax sharing system. Discussion followed wherein the Board considered the possibility of holding over the approval of any further pending annexations until the matter of distribution of the revenues from annexations had further clarification. " . Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, asked if there was anyone in the audience who had an interest in the pending annexations being presented before the Board. There was no one. After further discussion, it was moved by Member Dalton, seconded by Member Campbell, that authorization for PA 80-14 (San Ramon Area), PA 80-15 (Danville Area) and PA 80-16 (Danville Area) to be included in the next formal annexation to the District be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Member: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson None Stanley 4. REVIEW OF DISTRICT SPHERE OF INFLUENCE BOUNDARY AND CONSIDER LAFCO REQUEST FOR ANY DESIRED CHANGES Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, advised that a letter has been received from LAFCO asking if the District had any desire to change its sphere of influence (SOl). Since LAFCO is mandated by Government Code 54774 et seq., it is their policy to conduct a review of the SOls periodically in order to determine if any changes should be made. Member Dalton mentioned that for years there has not been a determined Boundary between Central San and Mt. View or Dublin/San Ramon. It might be appropriate to make a boundary determination at this time. Discussion followed wherein Mr. Dolan advised the Board that he would draft a letter to LAFCO requesting them to consider this matter. No further action was taken. 1713 President Carlson noted that Mackinlay, Winnacker, McNeil (MWM), had concluded their conference and requested that the Board return to IIItem 1 of IIV1. OLD BUSINESSII. Board Members voiced no objections. 1. a. APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH MACKINLAY, WINNACKER, MCNEIL AIA & INC., FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE NEW OFFICE BUILDING DSP 3000, AND AUTHORIZE EXECUTION Mr. Bob Wood of MWM advised that the firm has completed the schematic design drawings incorporating the requested changes. He stated that the firm would be willing to amend the proposed agreement to set the fee at 6-1/2% with a lower ceiling of $185,000. Discussion followed wherein Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, explained the graph outlining the architectural cost for the new building on a cost and percentage basis. After further discussion and explanation, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Campbell, that the fee formula for basic arthitectural services by MWM for the design and construction of the new Administration Building be approved as; 7-1/2% of construction cost if the total cost is between 2.0 and 2.5 million; if the construction cost is between 2.5 and 2.9 million, the services shall be provided for the fixed fee of $185,000 ; if construction cost above 2.9 million, the fee shall be 6-1/2% of the construction cost; and that the President of the Board be authorized to execute the modified Agreement with MWM. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Member: Stanley b. AUTHORIZE $100,000 FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES PROVIDED BY MACKINLEY WINNACKER, MCNEIL AIA & ASSOCIATES, INC., IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE NEW OFFICE BUILDING, DSP 3000 AND OTHER IN HOUSE EXPENSES This item was deferred to the meeting of May 15, 1980. President Carlson thanked the architects for attending the meeting and reverted to the order of the agenda. VI I. NEW BUSINESS 5. AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT WITH CONTRA COSTA COUNTY FOR THE 1980 SEAL COATING PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE $12,500 FOR THE COST OF THE WORK After explanation by Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, it was moved by Member Dalton, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that the President of the Board and the GM-CE be authorized to execute a Joint Powers Agreement with Contra Costa County for the 1980 Seal Coating Program and to authorize $12,500 for the cost of the work. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Member: Stanley 6. CONSIDER CLAIM OF PATRICK F. MCEVOY, 75 CAROLYN DRIVE, PITTSBURG, CA., FõR:$250,000 PROPERTY DAMAGE Mr. Carniato, District Counsel, recommended that the claim be denied and referred to our insurance carrier. After discussion, it was moved by Member Campbell, seconded by Member Dalton, that the claim of Patrick F. McEvoy be denied and referred to George Hills Company. Motion carried by the following vote: I' '\ V (", ' , \,C, ,) ""', 1714 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Member: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson None I' Stanley 7. PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATIVE a. REVIEW WAGE AND BENEFIT REQUESTS FOR 1980-81 AND CORRESPONDENCE FROM EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION AND CONSIDER MEET AND CONFER REQUIREMENT This item was discussed earlier in the meeting, immediately following V. B I OS. 8. APPROVAL OF BILLS FOR LITIGATION SERVICES After explanation by Mr. Carniato, District Counsel, it was moved by Member Campbell, seconded by Member Dalton, that the statements dated April 29,1980 for costs advanced relative to Acme Fill Corporation, Fred J. Early, Jr. Company, Peterson-Simpson and Erik Van Deusen matters and accrued payable statements relative to Kaiser Industries and Peterson- Simpson, be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Member: Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Carlson None Stanley 9. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS ADDED BY SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA None VII I. REPORTS 1. GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER a. Mr. Dolan reported that through the TRI-TAC organization, he had been in contact with the State in regard to the issue of pre- treatment. Central San will quite likely be required to develop a pre- treatment program towards the end of this calendar year. The pre- treatment program will apply to certain commercial and industrial users. The District has very few industrial users. A meeting has been scheduled with Mr. F. A. Stewart, Manager of the City of Concord to determine who will be in charge of the program for the City. 2. COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT a. Mr. Carniato advised that the draft report of the wage and benefit requests from the CCCSD's Employees Association was presented to the Board in order to keep it apprised of the events that have taken place in relation to the request. b. Mr. Carniato advised that he has met with the Employees Association's Wage and Benefit Committee and felt the meeting was relatively productive. The next Meet and Confer session with the Committee will be held on Monday, May 5, 1980. Mr. Dolan and he will keep the Board informed as to the progress being made. ( President Carlson indicated that he would like to have a report at the May 15, meeting. Member Campbell indicated that the Personnel Committee will not become involved in the negotiations during the initial stages. Member Boneysteele advised that he will not be present at the meeting of June 19, due to out of State business. Members Dalton and Campbell once again informed that they would be out of the area during the latter part of May and the first meeting in June. 0 ~» 0,"" -.,','", 'j"1 ~:) ,,1\,'!¡ ()U 1715 President Carlson stated that it might be appropriate to appoint an alternate to serve on the Personnel Committee during Member Campbell's absence. It was the consensus of the Board that there should be no problem since any final action would be considered by the full Board. 3. SECRETARY None 4. COMMITTEES a. Member Campbell reported on a meeting that he and Member Stanley had with Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, and other District managers on April 24 to review proposed personnel staffing request. Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, advised that at Member Boneysteele's request, copies of the personnel staffing request were sent to all other Board Members. IX. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR None At 9:36 p.m., President Carlson declared an executive session to discuss a litigation matter. At 9:55 p.m., President Carlson closed the executive session and declared another executive session to discuss a personnel matter. At 10:08 p.m., President Carlson closed the executive session and reconvened the meeting. X. ADJOURNMENT At 10:09 p.m., President Carlson adjourned the meeting. ~ President of the District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California COUNTERSIGNED: Secr ary of th istrict Board of the Central Contra osta Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California 0' ,f'","""', "~ OF,' "!1i ;:. ~ ~ ~"-,"~ ,~r1J """"" V