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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 05-29-80 1724 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD MAY 29,1980 The District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened in an adjourned regular session at its regular place of meeting, 1250 Springbrook Road, Walnut Creek, County of Contra Costa, State of California, on May 29, 1980. President Carlson called the meeting to order and requested the Secretary to call roll. 1. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Members: Stanley, Boneysteele and Carlson ABSENT: Members: Dalton and Campbell President Carlson requested that the minutes show Members Dalton and Campbell as being excused. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF MAY 1, 1980 After discussion, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by President Carlson, that the minutes of May 1,1980 be approved with the following correction: Under IIVII. NEW BUSINESS, PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATIVE, a. REVIEW WAGE AND BENEFIT REQUESTS FOR 1980-81 AND CORRESPONDENCE FROM EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION AND CONSIDER MEET AND CONFER RE UIREMENTII, in the tenth paragraph delete the secon sentence. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Stanley, Boneysteele and Carlson NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: Dalton and Campbell III. EXPENDITURES None. IV. HEARINGS None V. BIDS None. VI. OLD BUSINESS None. VII. NEW BUSINESS AUTHORIZE DISMISSAL OF COURT CLAIMS ACTION AGAINST THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, LID NO. 48, BOLLINGER CANYON DELINQUENT BONDS 1. After explanation by Mr. Carniato, District Counsel, it was moved by Member Stanley, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that a resolution be adopted authorizing Wilson-Morton, Assaf and McElligott to dismiss the Court of Claims against the United States Government. Resolution No. 80-76. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Stanley, Boneysteele and Carlson NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: Dalton and Campbell 0 "", l"'-"',' c. €JI C) ~" S :è) 1725 2. EQUIPMENT BUDGET FOR 1980-1981 Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer (GM-CE), explained to the Board the supportive data contained in the 1980-1981 Equipment Budget. Board discussion followed regarding the possible purchase of a $50,000 computer for the Accounting Division. Mr. Dolan commented that the purpose for placing the $50,000 item as a footnote in the Equipment Budget was to inform the Board that this matter might be presented for consideration during the coming fiscal year. After further discussion, it was moved by Member Stanley that the 1980-1981 Equipment Budget requests be approved as presented with the exception of the $50,000 item for a computer and software system. Prior to a second on the motion, Mr. Dolan directed the Board's attention to the second footnote regarding the Construction Division equipment requests. Mr. Dolan explained that the Construction Division budget is currently undergoing review and will be presented to the Board at the conclusion of that review. Discussion followed after which Member Boneysteele seconded the motion previously made by Member Stanley. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Members: Stanley, Boneysteele and Carlson None Dalton and Campbell Mr. Dolan commented that a great deal of effort was exerted by various personnel throughout the District in compiling the Equipment Budget. It was his opinion that they did an excellent job and he wished to express his thanks to all those concerned. PROPERTY INSURANCE FOR 1980-1981 3. Mr. Funasaki, Finance Officer, explained that the Board of Directors at their meeting of April 3 directed that the firm of Kaine and McAuliffe be requested to provide quotations for varying levels of property insurance coverage and retention for the District during 1980-81 fiscal year. The Firm has successfully marketed the property insurance coverage for 1980-1981 and has obtained premium quotations which are significantly lower than those presently scheduled by our present carrier. The coverage limits for 1980-1981 apply to All Risks including Earthquake and Flood and excluding coverage on underground pipe. Discussion followed regarding the proposal. Member Stanley suggested that the District should obtain another quote from Schroder Insurance based on the same coverage as offered by Kaine and McAuliffe. Mr. Dolan replied that Schroder Insurance has requested the opportunity to present a quotation for the property insurance coverage for 1980-1981. However, this WOU1Ô' be contradictory to the Board action of April 3,1980 and might jeopardize our credibility with Kaine and McAuliffe. Board Members requested to see the position paper and an excerpt from the minutes of April 3 regarding the property insurance item. At 8:25 p.m., Presidnet Carlson recessed the meeting. At 8:34 p.m., President Carlson reconvened the meeting. Board Members reviewed the requested material and then discussed the matter. After discussion, it was moved by Member Stanley that the Board prior to making any decision, act favorable on the request from Schroder Insurance to submit a proposal for property insurance based on the same coverage submitted by Kaine and McAuliffe. Motion failed for lack of a second. () ~~ , ~ ~) 0 ~ ~t) 1726 After discussion, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by President Carlson, that the property insurance coverage for 1980-1981 be placed through Kaine and McAuliffe for coverage limits of $20,000,000. All Risk including Earthquake and Flood, excluding underground pipe, with self-retention limits of $25,000 for All Risks and $1,000,000 for Earthquake and Flood, for an annual premium of $103,157 with the understianding that a request for supplemental authorization for incremental expense insurance will be presented to the Board at a subsequent meeting. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: ~1ember : Members: Boneysteele and Carlson Stanley Dalton and Campbell 4. PERSONNEL COLLECTION SYSTEM OPERATIONS a. DISCIPLINARY ACTION REQUIRED Mr. Dolan requested to have this item discussed in executive session at the end of the meeti~g. 5. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS ADDED BY SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA a. CLAIM OF MR. LARRY WILLIAMSON FILED AGAINST CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT FOR THE SUM OF $100,000 FOR ALLEGED DAMAGES ARISING AS A RESULT OF A DEFECT IN A SEWER LINE After explanation and discussion, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Stanley, that the claim of Mr. Larry Williamson be denied and referred to District Counsel. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Stanley, Boneysteele and Carlson NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: Dalton and Campbell VII 1. REPORTS 1. GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER a. Mr. Dolan distributed copies of a draft letter to the Contra Costa County Water District responding to the alum sludge disposal issue. Board Members reviewed the letter and made some suggestions. b. Mr. Dolan advised that the Town of Moraga has requested additional funds from the District as a participant in the Moraga drainage study. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that Central San should not contribute to the increased cost of the study. c. Mr. Dolan reported that bids were received for construction of the Construction Services Division building. The lowest bid was in the amount of $408,000 from Pacific West. At the $408,000 figure, it is questionable whether the building would prove to be cost effective. Dr. Weddle will be meeting with the low bidder to determine why the bid price was so high. Mr. Dolan will report to the Board on the result of the meeting. d. Mr. Dolan questioned the Board in regard to the need for presenting the various agenda material in the Board meeting packets on different colored paper vs. all white paper. The use of all white paper would result in a time and cost saving. It was the consensus of the Board that all the material could be copies on white with the exception of the minutes, which would continue to be presented on colored paper. 05 2'~, "..' , -- ':ij n~ 1727 2. COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT Mr. Carniato stated that he would give his report in executive session at the end of the meeting. 3. SECRETARY None 4. COMMITTEES Member Boneysteele informed that ABAG did not hold a meeting this month. (May) IX. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR None. At 9:12 p.m., President Carlson declared an executive session to discuss a personnel matter, litigation support, and Employees Association's requests for 1980-1981. At 10:33 p.m., President Carlson closed the executive session and reconvened the meeting. As a result of the executive session, it was moved by Member Stanley, seconded by Member Boneysteele to authorize a two-day suspension without pay for Gary Slowinski in the Collection System Operations Department as disciplinary action for his insubordinate conduct on April 24,1980, subject to his rights of appeal. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Members: Stanley, Boneysteele and Carlson None Dalton and Campbell X. ADJOURNMENT At 10:35 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: 05 2v !{) lO' " ',,""" ',i;, (~,~j1 "