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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 03-16-78 1243 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD MARCH l6~ 1978 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 March 16,1978 at 7:30 P.M. President Allan requested the Secretary to call roll. I. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Members: ABSENT: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 16,1978 After discussion, it was moved by Member Campbell, seconded by Member Carlson, that the minutes of February 16, 1978 be approved with the following correction: Under IIVII NEW BUSINESS, 5. AUTHORIZATION OF $15,000 FOR SPECIAL OPERATIONAL SERVICESII, in the second paragraph, delete the word IIhirell and insert the word IIretainll in its stead. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None III. APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES After explanation and discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Rustigian~ that the expenditures for Sewer Construction Voucher Nos. 3239 through 3248 inclusive, together with Voucher Nos. 295 through 312 inclusive; Running Expense Voucher Nos. 2978 through 2993 and 3144 through 3205 inclusive; together with Voucher Nos. 3215 through 3369 inclusive; and payroll Vouchers Nos. 1809 through 2001 inclusive, be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Campbell, Boneystee1e, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None IV. HEARINGS None. V. BIDS None. VI. OLD BUSINESS 1. REVISION OF AUTHORIZIATION FOR RENTAL AGREEMENT FOR SAFE DEPOSIT BOX Mr. Dolan explained that due to a change of personnel, it becomes necessary to revise the rental agreement for the safe deposit box we have at the Wells Fargo Bank. The safe deposit box is for the purpose of storing valuable and/or negotiable documents. 03 16 78 1244 After discussion~ it was moved by Member Boneysteele~ seconded by Member Rustigian, that Resolution No. 77-45 be rescinded and a new resolution adopted authorizing staff to enter into a new rental agreement for the safe deposit box. RESOLUTION NO. 78-59~ A RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 77-45 RESOLUTION NO. 78-79, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STAFF TO ENTER INTO A RENTAL AGREEMENT FOR A SAFE DEPOSIT BOX AND AUTHORIZING THE SECRETARY OF THE DISTRICT~ THE ACCOUNTING DIVISION SUPERVISOR, AND THE SENIOR ACCOUNTANT AS SIGNATORIES AND KEYHOLDERS Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Campbell~ Boneysteele~ Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES BETWEEN CCCSD & BROWN AND CALDWELL FOR STARTUP AND TRAINING SERVICES 2. Mr. Dolan explained that the State grant contract requirements and regulations stipulate that in the case of plant startup service a design engineer may be retained to provide such service for a maximum of 300 man-days during the initial year of plant operation. This assistance would be grant eligible for 87-1/2% funding upon approval from the State Water Resources Control Board. The estimated cost of this service is $94~256.15. Board Members expressed concern over the cost of this proposal. Mr. Dolan pointed out that the rates for this service are the same as we pay for consulting engineering and the costs are grant fundab1e, therefore, staff recommends the Board accept this proposal. After further discussion. it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Rustigian, that authorization to enter into an agreement for engineering services between CCCSD and Brown and Caldwell for startup and training services for the water pollution control/reclamation plant be approved; and that authorization for the General Manager-Chief Engineer to submit a proposal to the State Water Resources Control Board for grant funding of startup and fine-tuning assistance be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Campbell, Boneystee1e~ Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None In answer to Board query~ Mr. Dolan stated that Mr. Niles, Manager- Plant Operations will be directing the services and checking the billings. Mr. Dolan also indicated that the District will not enter into this agreement until it receives State approval for grant funding. President Allan requested that prior to taking up items of IINew Businessll~ the Board hear a report from John A. Bohn, Special Counsel for the District, pertaining to a preliminary proposal from Acme Fill for the delivery of municipal refuse to the wastewater treatment plant for fuel. Mr. Bohn reviewed the negotiations. generally þtè$ented in the minutes of March 2, 1978 and proceeded to explain the proposal by Acme Fill Corp. ~ as contained in their letter dated March 6, 1978. Acme Fill proposes to deliver required amounts of municipal refuse to the District's reclamation plant on a seven day basis. Acme fill proposes to remove ferrous metals and all other materials that are inappropriate for fuel because of size, shape or nature. Techniques will be worked out to require a minimum amount of storage at the District plant. Acme Fill will accept from the District for disposal the materials that constitute the heavy fraction of unburnab1es from the tromme1 or air classifier or other equipment used for separation in the resource recovery plant and any hazardous by products from our operation. 03 16 78 1245 It is anticipated that there will be a long term contract with unit prices for delivery of refuse and disposal of other materials and providing for cost escalation during the contract. The proposal did not include cost figures. Acme Fill representatives present were Mr. Boyd Olney, (President)~ Fred Fagliano (Secretary-Treasurer), and Mr. Frank Boerger (Engineer). Mr. Bohn also noted that the issue of the collectors building a facility to process the municipal refuse to a fuel (RDF) for the District is not closed. Assuming this concept is acceptable, the next things to determine are what funds are available and will EPA approve. The State does have funds for grants to private industry as well as public agencies. President Allan stated that we are not yet to that point. Mr. Boerger, Engineer for Acme Fill, addressed the Board stating that the concept presented in the Acme Fill letter is a sensible, reasonable, and viable way of handling this project, and they would like to have Board approval. Mr. Dolan commented that no cost figures have been given and that in previous discussions with Acme Fill, it was pointed out that there are inefficiencies in this process due to the double handling and reprocessing. It was suggested then that some other alternatives be explored. Board Members agreed that the submitted proposal was good but there will probably be other alternatives to consider before final determination. Mr. Boerger stated that Acme Fill cannot come up with any cost estimates until they have definitive answers as to the District's intent. Mr. Carniato, District Counsel, stated that the District does not want to become locked into a concept without knowing the cost. After further discussion by all parties, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Carlson, that staff be directed to: (1) acknowledge in writing the letter received on March 6 from Acme Fill declaring that it was brought to the attention of the Board at the meeting of March 16 and subjected to extensive public discussion between Board Members, staff and representatives of Acme Fill; (2) express the appreciation of the Board to Acme Fill for formulating this proposal; and (3) proceed with definitive negotiations considering the preliminary proposal contained in the letter. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None At 8:55 P.M., President Allan recessed the meeting. At 9:02 P.M., President Allan reconvened the meeting. VII. NEW BUSINESS 1. ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENTS AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT AND ADOPTION OF RESPECTIVE RESOLUTIONS AND AUTHORIZE RECORDING After discussion, it was moved by Member Boneystee1e, seconded by Member Rustigian, that the easements, as listed below, be accepted at no cost to the District and that respective resolutions be adopted and their recordation authorized. Grantor Job No. Parcel No. J. Armstrong, et al 3002 1 A. Habibullah, et ux 3002 3 BDM Associates 2967 2 R. H. Peck 2997 2 Shelter Development Corp. 2831 3 Shelter Development Corp. 2831 4 03 16 78 1246 C. J. Woodward, et ux W. L. Hart, et ux D. H. Malcolm, et ux R. M. Goodwin~ et ux M. K. Sorrick D. E . King W. J. & E. G. Herbert Security Owners Corp. G. E. Valerga C. E. Bowman, et ux M. A. Wright 2975 2975 2975 2975 2975 2975 3009 2960 2960 2960 1385 1 5 6 7 9 10 2 1 2 3 5 RESOLUTION NO. 78-60, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM JEFFREY ARMSTRONG AND ROBERT HOLLIS, LAFAYETTE AREA, (JOB NO. 3002 - PARCEL NO.1) RESOLUTION NO. 78-61, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM ASHRAF HABIBULLAH AND SHAHIDA HABIBULLAH, LAFAYETTE AREA, (JOB NO. 3002 - PARCEL NO.3) RESOLUTION NO. 78-62, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM BDM ASSOCIATES, PLEASANT HILL AREA, JOB NO. 2967- PARCEL N . 2 RESOLUTION NO. 78-63, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM RICHMOND H. PECK - ORINDA AREA, JOB NO. 2997 - PARCEL NO.2 RESOLUTION NO. 78-64, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM SHELTER DEVELOPMENT CORP., LAFAYETTE AREA, (JOB NO. 2831- PARCEL NO.3) RESOLUTION NO. 78-65, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM SHELTER DEVELOPMENT CORP. LAFAYETTE AREA, JOB NO. 2831- PARCEL N . 4 RESOLUTION NO. 78-66, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM CLARENCE J. WOODWARD AND PATRICIA WOODWARD, ORINDA AREA (JOB NO. 2975 - PARCEL NO.1) RESOLUTION NO. 78-67 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM WILLIAM L. HART AND SUSAN D. HART ORINDA AREA, JOB NO. 2975- PARCEL NO.5 RESOLUTION NO. 78-68, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM DAVID H. MALCOLM AND DEANNA MALCOLM, ORINDA AREA, (JOB NO. 2975-PARCEL NO.6) RESOLUTION NO. 78-69, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM ROBERT M. GOODWIN AND ALICIA O. GOODWIN, ORINDA AREA, (JOB NO. 2975 - PARCEL NO.7) RESOLUTION NO. 78-70, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM MUIR K. SORRICK, ORINDA AREA, (JOB NO. 2975 - PARCEL NO.9) RESOLUTION NO. 78-71, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM DON E. KING, ORINDA AREA, (JOB NO. 2975 - PARCEL NO. 10) RESOLUTION NO. 78-72, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM WALTER J. HERBERT AND ELAINE G. HERBERT, ORINDA AREA, (JOB NO. 3009 - PARCEL NO.2) RESOLUTION NO. 78-73, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM SECURITY OWNERS CORP., MARTINEZ AREA (JOB NO. 2960- PARCEL NO.1 RESOLUTION NO. 78-74, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM GLENN E. VALERGA AND CAROL M. VALERGA, MARTINEZ AREA, (JOB NO. 2960-PARCEL NO.2) 03 Ib 78 1247 RESOLUTION NO. 78-75, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM CHARLESE. BOWMAN AND SHERRY K. BOWMAN, MARTINEZ AREA, (JOB NO. 2960 - PARCEL NO.3) RESOLUTION NO. 78-76, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM MILTON A. WRIGHT, ORINDA AREA, (JOB NO. 1385-PARCEL NO.5) Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None 2. AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF QUITCLAIM DEED AND ITS RECORDING After discussion, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that authorization to execute Quit Claim Deed to Shelter Development Corp., Lafayette area, Job No. 2831, Parcel Misc. (Lot 22) be approved and a resolution adopted to that effect. RESOLUTION NO. 78-77, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF QUITCLAIM DEED TO SHELTER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, LAFAYETTE AREA, (JOB NO. 2831 - PARCEL MISC.) Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None 3. AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF CONSENT TO DEDICATION TO COUNTY After explanation, it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Carlson, that the President and Secretary be authorized to execute a Consent to Dedication to Contra Costa County for Aragon Lane, San Ramon area, Job No. 2862, Tract No. 5216, and a resolution adopted to that effect. RESOLUTION NO. 78-78, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONSENT TO DEDICATION TO CONTRA COSTA COUNTY FOR ARAGAON LANE, SAN RAMON AREA, (JOB NO. 2862, PARCEL NO.2) Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None 4. AUTHORIZATION FOR THREE PARCELS, PA 78-14, ALAMO AREA, PA 78-15, MARTINEZ AREA, AND 78-16, DANVILLE AREA, TO BE INCLUDED IN PENDING ANNEXATION TO THE DISTRICT After explanation by Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Campbell, that authorization for three parcels, PA 78-14, Alamo Area, PA 78-15, Martinez Area, and 78-16, Danvil1e Area, to be included in pending annexations to the District be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: :AYES: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: Nöne AUTHORIZATION FOR 18 STAFF MEMBERS TO ATTEND THE CALIFORNIA WATER POLLUTION CONTROL CONFERENCE 5. After explanation by Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Carlson, that 18 staff 03 16 78 1248 members be authorized registration and actual expenses to attend various portions of the CWPCA annual training school conference in Sacramento on April 19-22, 1978. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None AUTHORIZATION OF $60,000 FOR CONSTRUCTION TO INCREASE TREATMENT PLANT CAPACITY ON AN INTERIM BASIS 6. Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, explained that construction under this interim design would provide temporary piping and materials enabling the plant to use two of the final denitrification clarifiers as secondary clarifiers to increase plant capacity. Upon approval of this request, the staff would contact the Regional Water Quality Control Board to raise our dry weather flow limits from 30 MGD to 35 MGD. After discussion, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Carlson, that authorization of $60,000 for construction to increase the treatment plant capacity be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None 7. APPROVAL OF BILLS FOR LITIGATION SERVICES It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Carlson, that the statements from John J. Carniato, District Counsel, for professional services rendered during February, 1978, totalling $19,313.80 ($11,548.80 regarding the Fred J. Early litigation and $7,765 regarding Peterson/Simpson litigation) be approved; and also approval of a statement from John A. Bohn, Special Counsel for the District, for professional services rendered regarding CCCSD vs. EBMUD in the amount of $102.50. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None 8. PERSONNEL: ALL DEPARTMENTS a. AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE PERSONS FOR SUMMER PROJECTS IN 1978 b. AUTHORIZE $2,500 FOR RENTAL OF MOBILE OFFICE & NECESSARY EQUIPMENT The Personnel Committee of the Board of Directors had met with the General Manager-Chief Engineer and discussed some of the personnel agenda items. Member Boneysteele queried staff as to the effect summer help would have on unemployment insurance. Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, explained that if the person is a student and returns to school, he is not eligible for unemployment compensation. The Districtls unemployment insurance cost for new or returning employees is the same. At the end of this year, staff proposes to evaluate the unemployment insurance situation. After further discussion, it was moved by Member Campbell, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that: (a) authorization to hire 31 persons for summer projects in 1978 be approved and (b) that authorization to rent a mobile office at a cost of $2,500 to house the Engineering Department's summer help be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: 03 16 78 1249 AYES: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENT OF MOLLY MULLIN TO THE POSITION OF RECORDS CLERK, RANGE 49-A, ($949), EFFECTIVE 4/1/78 After discussion, it was moved by Member Campbell, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that Molly Mullin be appointed to the position of Records Clerk, Range 49-A ($949), effective April 1, 1978 and a resolution be adopted to that effect. RESOLUTION NO. 78-80, A RESOLUTION APPOINTING MOLLY MULLIN TO THE POSITION OF RECORDS CLERK Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None PLANT OPERATIONS a. AUTHORIZATION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION CANCELLING ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR THE POSITION OF MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III, ELECTRICIAN b. ADOPT RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE CLASSIFICATION OF MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III, ELECTRICIAN, RANGE 65, $1,384-$1,676 c. AUTHORIZATION TO HOLD EXAMINATION ESTABLISHING AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR THE POSITION OF MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III, ELECTRICIAN After explanation by Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, it was moved by Member Campbell, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that: (a) resolution cancelling the present Eligibility List for Maintenance Technician III, Electrician be adQpted; (b) that a resolution establishing the classification of Maintenance Technician III, Electrician, be adopted; and (c) that authorization to hold examinations to establish an Eligibility List for the position of Maintenance Technician III, Electrician, be approved. RESOLUTION NO. 78-81, A RESOLUTION CANCELLING RESOLUTION NO. 77-176 RESOLUTION NO. 78-82, A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE CLASSIFICATION OF MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III, ELECTRICIAN Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: Campbell, Boneystee1e, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan NOES: Members: None ABSENT: Members: None d. AUTHORIZATION TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR THE POSITION OF SUPERINTENDENT OF LABORATORY, RANGE 77, $1,843-$2,333 e. AUTHORIZATION TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR THE POSITION OF LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, RANGE 59, $1,200-$1,452 Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, explained that both the position of Laboratory Superintendent and Laboratory Technician were established in last year1s budget. 03 16 78 1250 After discussion, it was moved by Member Campbell, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that authorization to hold examinations to establish Eligibility Lists for the positions of (d) Superintendent of Laboratory, Range 77, salary $1,843-$2,333, and (e) Laboratory Technician, Range 59, salary $1,200-$1,452, Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None f. APPOINTMENT OF JOHN LARSON TO THE POSITION OF SR. ENGINEER PROJECT MANAGEMENT, RANGE 82-B, $2,180, EFFECTIVE 3/27/78 After explanation by Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Campbell, that John Larson be appointed to the position of Senior Engineer-Project Management, Range 82-B, salary $2,180, effective March 27,1978 and a resolution be adopted to that effect. RESOLUTION NO. 78-83, RESOLUTION APPOINTING JOHN LARSON TO THE POSITION OF SR. ENGINEER, PROJECT MANAGEMENT Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None APPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM KENNEDY TO THE POSITION OF ASSOCIATE ENGINEER, RANGE 77, $1,843, EFFECTIVE 4/1/78 g. After explanation by Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Campbell, that William Kennedy be appointed to the position of Associate Engineer, Range 77-A, at a salary of $1,843, effective April 1, 1978, and a resolution be adopted to that effect. RESOLUTION NO. 78-84, A RESOLUTION APPOINTING WILLIAM KENNEDY TO THE POSITION OF ASSOCIATE ENGINEER Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Campbell, Boneysteele, Rustigian, Carlson and Allan None None Member Boneysteele queried staff on the response for the Supervising Accountant position. Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, advised that the ads had been placed in the Martinez Gazette and the San Francisco Chronicle. To date there have been ten phone calls requesting applications. Member Boneystee1e requested that this ad be placed in the Contra Costa Times, as well as all future employment ads, since the paper is a local publication. i. As requested by Member Campbell concerning the CASA insurance program, a letter has been forwarded by Frank Kelly indicating the breakdown of administrative, overhead, profit and other related costs. j. Mr. Dolan advised the Board that he will be on vacation on Monday, March 20, and Friday, March 24. 2. COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT a. Bechtel Audit - Mr. Carniato stated that we are at an impasse with EPA wherein they require that Bechtel provide certain items to their auditors. The thrust being that, if Bechtel does not furnish the items, they will not be paid. A meeting was scheduled and a letter received from the auditor of EPA, which was forwarded to Bechtel with the idea of a response. Bechtel replied that they would provide the 03 16 78 1251 records required as in the terms of their contract with us. Mr. Carniato wrote a letter to the EPA stating that: (1) the District will do what is required under the contract; (2) there is a misunderstanding with Bechtel; and (3) not going to standby and have this money declared non-eligible. Our recourse is to take the EPA and Bechtel to court. It would be advisable to have a meeting after which Mr. Carniato would report further. In answer to Board query as to where we stand with the change of venue on the Fred J. Early case, Mr. Carniato reported there has been no action. 3. SECRETARY Mr. Hopkins passed out copies of the proposed ad for the Lake Orinda Highlands hearing. The ad and map would be distributed to the property owners in the area. 4. COMMITTEES None IX. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR a. Member Carlson expressed concern over certain District salary made on some of the classifications and requested that a comparison study be made with the private sector. This would serve as a criteria as far as being fair in decisions for like positions. Member Carlson moved that staff be directed to prepare such a study for the Board1s review for additional information at the time of salary review. Mr. Best, Manager-Engineering Department, stated that the District has used the private sector as part of its survey for two years and planned to continue to do so. Member Carlson withdrew the motion. b. Member Campbell thanked Mr. Dolan for the aerial tour of March 14. c. President Allan stated that he did not feel comfortable with Brown and Caldwell's recommendation on the secondary power supply. He requested the staff to inquire in writing of Brown and Caldwell whether the power source they are recommending as back up is truly separate from our primary source. Mr. Niles, Manager-Plant Operations, stated he would do this. d. Member Boneysteele inquired if there has been a final determination on the PG&E claim wherein they allege the District owed them for standby service due to the District's failure to commence Water Reclamation Plant service as anticipated. Mr. Carniato, District Counsel, replied that we did hear from PG&E and have subsequently advised them that the District does not owe them any money. In response to query regarding the St. Mary's EQC problem, Mr. Carniato stated that he would have a report on the environmental quality charge as it applied to St. Mary's. Mr. Dolan commented that in the draft regulation of PL 93-217, there is a paragraph stating that any contract or obligation that would be in violation of requirements is hereby void. Member Campbell advised that CASA is having a meeting on this subject. e. Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, had a meeting with Cal Trans regarding the proposed purchase of 33 acres by the Treatment Plant. The Cal Trans plan is to build the bridge across Walnut Creek next year. We propsed to Cal Trans that the County would like the Frontage Road to go all the way through. After an appraisal, staff will bring this matter back to the Board. The property might be purchased subject to the building of the bridge across Grayson Creek. 03 It> 78 -----------..--- -..-..----------------------------.---...-- ------..-------------------.---------- --..------ ---- --- 1252 03 President Allan requested that a full Board be present when this item is presented for Board action. x. ADJOURNMENT At 11:18 P.M., President Allan adjourned the meeting to 7:30 P.M. 11 A:iì¿ , 1Î , . .I-J-. ~ .. /i~ President of the District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California COUNTERSIGNED: I' Sec e ry of the Di rict Board of the Central Contra Cost Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California 16 78