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Home My WebLink AboutBOARD MINUTES 09-16-82 2125 MINUTES OF A REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD ON SEPTEMBER 16, 1982 The District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened in a regular session at its regular place of meeting, 5019 Imhoff Place, Martinez, (Pacheco Area), County of Contra Costa, State of California, on September 16, 1982 at 7:30 p.m. President Stanley called the meeting to order and requested the Secretary to call roll. I. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Members: Carlson, Boneysteele, Dalton, Campbell and Stanley None ABSENT: Members: II. EXPENDITURES 1. EXPENDITURE LIST DATED SEPTEMBER 16,1982 Member Boneysteele, Member of the Budget and Finance Committee, stated that he had reviewed the expenditures and found them to be satis factory. It was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Dalton, that the Expenditure List dated September 16,1982 covering Running Expense Warrant Nos. 21882-22056; and Sewer Construction Warrant Nos. 4159, 4165-4172 and 2264-2287, be approved. Motion was unanimously approved. III. BIDS AND AWARDS 1. AWARD CONTRACT FOR DISTRICT PROJECT 3623, INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN BLOWER, AND AUTHORIZE f3õï:143 IN SEWER CONSTRUCTION FUNDS FOR THE PROJECT Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer (GM-CE) explained that the Board had previously awarded this contract to Amos and Andrews contingent upon approval from the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). The State had previously indicated that the Electric Driven Motor installation would be grant fundable. However, due to a change in Federal regulations with regard to grant approval, the State has now indicated that the installation of the blower cannot receive grant funding. Board and staff discussion followed, after which it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Dalton, to award the contract for the installation of the Electric Motor Driven Blower not subject to any condition on grant approval to Amos and Andrews, and to authorize $301,143 in sewer construction funds for the project completion. Motion was unanimously approved. IV. CONSENT CALENDAR After discussion, it was moved by Member Dalton, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that all Items of the Consent Calendar be approved, necessary resolutions adopted and their recording authorized as applicable. 1. Acceptance of easements at no cost to the District, adopt respective resolutions and authorize recording. Grantor Area Job No. Pcl Res. No. Crow-Canyon Inv. Co. Eva Mica1ek & Tony Mica1ek San Ramon La fayette 3696 2532 1 3 82-129 82-130 Of); ~ 11) , .~~' 8",2 '""'~ 2126 2. Authorize PA 82-15 (Danvi11e area) to be included in a future formal annexation to the District. Motion was unanimously approved. V. P,DI~I N ISTR{\T! VE 1. AUTHORIZE $895 FOR PURCHASING AND MATERIALS OFFICER TO ATTEND A COMI4ERCIJ\L CONTRACTING COURSE After explanation by t4r. Dolan, Gr.1-CE, and Board discussion, it was moved by Member Campbell. seconded by Member Dalton, to authorize $895 for Ken Laveri;y, Purchasing and r'1aterie-ls OfficE~r, tc. attend a Commet'cial Contracting Course in San Diego. Motion was unanimously approved. VI. ENGINEERING 1. CONSIDER PROPOSAL FOR FURNITURE. EQUIPMENT AND MISCELLANEOUS FINISH ITEMS FOR THE NEW OFFICE BUILDING Mr. Dolan, CM-CE, requested Dr. Weddle, Deputy Chief Engineer. to give his presentation to the Board. Dr. Heddle indicated that in accordance with the Board's instruction, staff has reviewed the preliminary furniture and equipment lists and has been able to make signif"icant reductions. Based on prioritizativn of all items, approximately $180,900 will be required to purchase and install furniture, equipment and miscellaneous finish items determined to be necessary at this time. Discussion followed \A/herein it \'/as the consensus of the Board that the $180,90C figure was excessive. It was further suggested that staff obtain bids for the furniture and equipment and present the appropriate bid with a recommendation. VI I. PERSONNEL 1. APPROVE REGISTRATION SALARY DIFFERENTIAL FOR ALAN R. GRIEB .D.fter explanation by r'¡r. Dolan, Gt1-CE, it was moved by t,~ember Boneysteele. seconded by Member Campbe11, that Mr. Alan Grieb be granted a 5% salary merit increase in accordance with District P01icy, effective August 19, 1982 for achieving registration as a Civil Engineer, which is not required in his position. Motion was unanimously approved. 2. CONSIDER LEAVE OF ABSENCE REQUEST BY MR. DAVID FRIETAS After explanation by Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, it was moved by Member Carlson, seconded by Member Campbell, that David Frietas be granted a leave of abse~ce, without pay, for a period of nine weeks commencing on September 24, 1982. Mction was unanimously approved. 3. CREATE A NEW POSITION IN THE PLANT OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT, TITLED SYSTEM TECHNICIAN (G71 $2,362-$2,859) AND ADOPT CLASS DESCRIPTION FCR :HE PCSITION P,fter explanation by Mr. Dolan, GM-CE, it was moved by Member Campbell, seconded by Member Dalton, to establish the position of Computer Systems Technician (G-71 $2.362-$2,859) and to adopt a resolution to that effect. Resolution No. 82-131. Motion was unanimously approved. VII I. I TH1S LATE FOR THE AGENDP, None. ,(") t .. l '- . , ,~ ,- 2127 IX. REPORTS 1. GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER a. Mr. Dolan requested Mrs. Gail Koff, Personnel Officer, to present a status report on the progress of the Quality Circle Program. Mrs. Koff briefed the Board on the development and accomplishments of each of the five circles and indicated that the Steering Committee has recently ratified its by-laws. The program is proceeding as anticipated. b. The Engineering Department is diligently working to produce a scope of work design for the furnace completion project. Staff is currently negotiating with Malcolm Pirnie to do the project and will approach the Board at the September 30 meeting with a recommendation. Discussion followed. c. Dr. Weddle attended a meeting in Orange County regarding the panels that were installed in the Treatment Plant Boiler Room. d. Mr. Dolan reported that it has been determined to be necessary to replace the Worthington Air Compressors that provide service air for Plant Operations, due to their unreliability and the high maintenance cost. This is a grant eligible item but the funding has been extremely slow and would not be available for approximately 5-6 months. Since the compressors are necessary in the operation of the plant, staff is in the process of advertising for bids and will be presenting a recommendation for purchase of a new unit at the meeting of September 30. 2. COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT a. At the request of Mr. Carniato, it was the consensus of the Board that an Adjourned Meeting be scheduled for October 14, to discuss matters pertaining to litigation. b. Mr. Carniato advised that he would have several items for discussion in closed session. 3. SECRETARY a. Mr. Hopkins requested the Board to make its final selection of the three winning slogans for the Safety Slogan Contest. The Board cast their votes, which resulted in the following winning slogans: #25 - Do your part - be safety smart #144 - Practice Safety Today, Work, Home and Play #160 - Be Independent, Not Dependent, Safety First 4. COMMITTEES a. Member Dalton advised that he had attended the County Solid Waste Commission meeting yesterday. He reported that the Commission recommended that the Board of Supervisors oppose the proposed Proposition 11 regarding beverage containers. b. Member Boneystee1e advised that the Aquatic Habitat will be holding a meeting at the California Academy of Science, Trustee Room Golden Gate Park, at 3:30 on September 22. x. MATTERS FROM THE BOARD NOT ON THE AGENDA a. President Stanley advised that Member Carlson and he had investi- gated the Creek Crossing erosion problem adjacent to the Wright Property at the end of Carrol Place. District engineering staff plans to do some preliminary work in the future. XI. CLOSED SESSION At 9:32 p.m., President Stanley declared a closed session to discuss litigation and personnel matters. 09 At 10:38 p.m., President Stanley concluded the closed session and reconvened the meeting in open session. 1682 2128 XI I. ACTIONS RESULTING FROM DISCUSSION IN CLOSED SESSION 1. APPROVAL OF BILLS FOR LITIGATION SERVICES As a result of discussion in closed session, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Dalton, that the statement from John J. Carniato in the amount of $3,953.20 be approved. Motion was unanimously approved. XIII. ADJOURNMENT At 10:39 p.m~, President Stanley adjourned the meeting. oard of the it a ry Di s t ri c t , State of California COUNTERS I GN ED: , Secr ary of the Dis ct Board of the Cen a1 Contra Cost Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of Cal i fornia l)Ç)' ,. '1 ,,'}' 1. ti' (.",' .); t~.., ,--,,- f'W