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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 01-07-82 2021 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT . 'HELD ON JANUARY 7, 1982 ',I The Dist~ict 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, at 7 :30 p.m. ,on ,January 7, 1982. President Stanley called the meeting to order and requested the , . Secretary to call roll. I. ROLL CALL PRESENT: ABSENT: Members: Memb.e r : Carlson, Boneysteele, Dalton and Stanley Campbell Member Campbell arrived at 7:32 p.m. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. MINUTES OF THE MEETING' OF NOVEMBER 19, 1981 After discussion, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Dalton, that the minutes of November 19, 1981 be approved as presented. Motion was unanimously approved. III. EXPENDITURES Members Boneysteele and Dalton, members of the Budget and Finance Committee, had reviewed the expenditures and found them to be satisfactory. After discussion, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Dalton, that the Expenditures on the list dated January 7, 1982, covering Running Expense Warrant No. 18197-18198, 182 618609; Sewer Construction Fund 1837-1861,3955-3969, and Payroll Fund No. 1774-1786 be approved. Motion was unanimously approved. IV. CONSENT CALENDAR After discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that Items 1 through 4 be approved, necessary resolutions adopted, and their recording authorized where applicable. 1. Acceptance of easements at no cost to the District, adopt respective resolutions and authorize their recording. Grantee Area Job No. Parcel No. Res. No. a. C. S. Hewitt, et al Danville 3588 1 82-1 b. J. L. Ha 11 s, et ux Danvi 11 e 3588 2 82-2 c. R. W. Stephens, et ux Danvi 11 e 3588 3 82-3 d. R. J. Hill, et ux Lafayette 3320 2 82-4 2. Authorize PA 82-1 (Walnut Creek area) to be included in a future formal annexation to the District. 3. Authorize acceptance of work under District Project No. 3603, Material Control Center Yard Improvement, filing of notice of completion and final payment. 4. Authorize change to Safe Deposit Box signatures. Motion was unanimously approved. 01 07 82 2022 V. ENGINEERING 1. AUTHORIZE AN ADDITIONAL $40,000 FOR PURCHASING EQUIPMENT FOR LANDFILL GAS UTILIZATION PROJEOT ' After explanation by Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Dalton, that an additional $40,000 be authorized for purchase of equipment for the Landfill Gas Utilization Project. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSTAINING: Member: ABSENT: Members: Carlson, Dalton, Campbell and Stanley None Boneysteele None 2. AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH HARCO CORP. FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES ON DISTRICT PROJECT NO. 3586, ÇORROSION - PROTECTION REDESIGN FOR MARTINEZ FORCE MAINS M-2 AND M-6 It was requested that this item be held over to the next meeting. 3. AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT #5 TO THE TASK B AGREEMENT WITH METCALF/EDDY TO INCREASE THE COST CEILING FOR DESIGN OF THE STAGE 5B-I PROJECT Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, requested Dr. Clark Weddle, Deputy Chief Engineer, to address the Board regarding the proposed cost ceiling increase for the design of the Stage 5B-I Proje~t, (Task lB and 2B). After discussion, it was moved by Member Dalton, seconded by Member Carlson, that the GM-CE be -authorized to execute Amendment #5 to the Task B, Stage 5B-l Project Agreement with Metcalf/Eddy increasing the cost ceiling for certain work under Task B by a total of $59,811. Motion was unanimously approved. 1. VI. WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT AUTHORIZE $1,500 FOR THE SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER TO ATTEND A COURSE IN APPLIED COMBUSTION TECHNOLOGY Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, requested Mr. Robert Baker, Plant Operations Manager, to address the Board in regard to this matter. Mr. Baker explained that since the unsuccessful attempt to startup the incineration process years ago, the Plant Operations Department has lost personnel that possessed most of the expertise necessary for furnace startup and operation. After discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Campbell to authorize $1,500 for William Brennan, Sr. Environmental Engineer to attend a five-day course in Applied Combustion Technology. Motion was unanimously approved. VI I. PERSONNEL 1. ADOPT LATERAL TRANSFER POLICY AND PROCEDURE Mr. Paul Morsen, Administrative Department Manager, briefed the Board regarding the Policy and Procedure for Lateral Transfer. This Policy and Procedure affects only staff members represented by the Employees' Association. Board representatives have met and conferred with representatives of the Employees' Association on this matter in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding. After Board and staff discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Dalton, that the Lateral Transfer Policy and Procedure for employees represented by the Employees' Association be adopted. Motion was unanimously approved. . 01 (} 7" R 40} ,"'v 2023 VIII. ITEMS LATE FOR THE AGENDA DECLARATION OF AN EMERGENCY AND AUTHORIZATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000 FOR REPAIR OF THE DAMAGED CREEK CROSSING ABUTMENT SOUTH OF LINCOLN - AVENUE, WALNUT CREEK, DISTRICT PROJECT 3636 Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, explained that during the rainstorm of January. 3-5, 1982, numerous sections along the Walnut Creek channel were seriously eroded. One of the eroded sections resulted in damage to the East abutment of our 30-inch creek crossing, adjacent manhole and piping located immediately South of Lincoln Avenue in the City of Walnut Creek. Mountain Construction has been retained to install rock riprap around the abutment, manhole and exposed piping on an emergency basis. It is estimated that the costs will be less than $25,000. 1. After discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Dalton, to declare the repair of the damaged creek crossing South of Lincoln Avenue in Walnut Creek (DSP 3636) an emergency project, authorize up to $25,000 for work under the project and adopt a resolution to that effect. Resolution No. 82-06. Motion was unanimously approved. IX. REPORTS 1. GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER a. Mr. Dolðn advised the Board of the serious illness of Mr. Ed Bokinskie, Civil Engineering Assistant I, in our Survey Division. b. Mr. Dolan reported on the outstanding efforts displayed by employees of the District during the destructive storm earlier this week (January 3-5). Department Managers gave accounts of commendable efforts demonstrated by District personnel. The handling of extremely heavy' flows and maintenance of our collection system during this period was a major accomplishment. After discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Dalton, that a resolution be adopted on behalf of the people in the District commending District personnel for their outstanding efforts in maintaining uninterupted service and treatment throughout the storm period. Resolution No. 82-07. Motion was unanimously approved. c. Mr. Dolan reported on the meeting several staff members of the District along with Members Dalton and Stanley had attended at the CCC Board of Supervisors Meeting where the District and Mr. John Hayden of Corrollo Engineers gave presentations urging Contra Costa Countyls participation in the District's garbage to energy project. Mr. Dolan felt that the Board of Supervisors and the County Staff members ,were receptive to the concept. . d. Mr. Dolan reported on the status of efforts to modify the Deferred Compensation Committee including the consideration of a permanent committee. e. Mr. Dolan suggested that the Board schedule an adjourned meeting for ~anuary 14 to discuss litigation matters and to change the regular meetlng scheduled for January 21 to January 28, 1982. After discussion, it was the consensus of Board Members to schedule meetings on the suggested dates. f. Mr. Dolan reported on three District employees whD were out of State on District business. 2. COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT a. Mr. Carniato advised that the Conflict of Interest Statements would be available to the Board Members for filing within the next ten days. He s~ated that there will be some changes in the forms due to new State requlrements. Ol,O7:~2~d " 2024 b. Mr. Carniato requested a closed session at the end of the meeting to discuss his statement for legal services. 3. SECRETARY None 4. COMMITTEES a. Member Carlson, member of the Personnel Committee,a~vised th~t Member Campbell and he had met with representatives of the Employees' Association earlier this evening for their scheduled bi-monthly meeting. Several matters were discussed. The meetings will continue on the prescribed basis so long as their purpose is achieved. X. MATTERS FROM THE BOARD NOT ON THE AGENDA a. At Member Boneysteelels request, Mr. Dolan briefed the Board on yesterdayls Aquatic Habitat Institute meeting which they had both attended. At 9:30 p.m., President Stanley recessed the meeting. At 9:38 p.m., President Stanley reconvened the meeting. XI. CLOSED SESSION (As Required) At 9:39 p.m., President Stanley declared a closed session to discuss personnel matters, meet and confer session, Peterson/Simpson litigation and 1 ega 1 fees. At 11:00 p.m., President Stanley concluded the Closed Session and reconvened into open session. XII. ACTIONS RESULTING FROM DISCUSSIONS IN CLOSED SESSION 1. APPROVAL OF BILLS FOR LEGAL SERVICES It was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Dalton, that the statement from John J. Carniato, dated December 31,1981, in the amount of $6,522 be approved. Motion was unanimously approved. XIII. ADJOURNMENT At 11 :03 p.m., President Stanley adjourned the meeting to January 14, 1982, at 7:30 p.m. d of the District, of California COUNTERSIGNED: Se r ary of the' trict Board of the Cen ral Contra Costa Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California 01 ()7 82 fjt(jé I 51( I f7P¿~d