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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
HELD OCTOBER 7, 1976
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 October 7,
1976 at 7:30 P.M.
President Boneysteele called the meeting to order and requested the
Secretary of the District to call roll.
I.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
ABSENT:
Members:
None
II.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 16, 1976
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that the Minutes of September 16,1976, be approved subject to
the following corrections:
Under "VII. NEW BUSINESS, 9. REQUEST BY CITY OF CONCORD THAT CCCSD
ADOPT A RESOLUTION REGARDING ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY WITHIN CITY'S SPHERE
OF INFLUENCE", in .the second paragraph insert the following phrase after
"Mayor LaPointe".
", who was accompanied by the City Manager, Mr. Farrell Stewart,"
In the fourth paragraph change the last phrase to read as follows:
"we would not be bound by a resolution."
Under "VI. OLD BUSINESS, 2. REQUEST BY MR. ROSENBERG TO BE HEARD
AND THAT THE BOARD RECONSIDER ITS RECOMMENDATION REGARDING THE SEGREGATION
OF ASSESSMENT NO. 45-1-16-6 (BARSELL PROPERTY)" in the second paragraph,
first sentence, after the word "Board's" insert the word "previous".
Under "VII. NEW BUSINESS, 5. AUTHORIZATION FOR THREE PARCELS
(P.A. 76-23, 24 & 25) TO BE CONSIDERED IN PENDING ANNEXATION TO THE DISTRICT,
~", strike out the second paragraph and insert the following in its stead:
"Hoard Members reviewed the map and after discussion, Mr. Graham
withdrew his request for annexation until he receives approval from
LAFCo".
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Hembers:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
III.
APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that expenditures including Sewer Construction Vouchers Nos.
2961 through 2987 inclusive, Running Expense Vouchers Nos. 23235 through
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23415 inclusive, and Payroll Vouchers Nos. 3563 through 3724 inclusive be
approved' subj ect to staff report on Running Expense Vouchers Nos. 23243
and 23244. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None.
None
IV.
HEARINGS
None.
V.
BIDS
None.
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
REPORT ON EPA HEARING FOLLOW-UP
Upon staff recommendation, the Board reviewed the resolution drafted
by J. B. Gilbert. .
After discussion, it was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member
Allan, that a resolution declaring the District Board's intent to cooperate
with general purpose governments in the implementation of air quality miti-
gation measures, be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 76-214, A RESOLUTION OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA
SANITARY DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS DECLARING INTENT TO COOPERATE
WITH GENERAL PURPOSE GOVERNMENTS IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AIR
QUALITY MITIGATION MEASURES
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
2.
TABULATION OF SONORA AVENUE CONTRIBUTION
Board noted the position paper clarifying details regarding the Sonora
Avenue, Danville, project.
3.
.'AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE PAUL PAPKE, JR., TO THE POSITION OF PROCESS
COMPUTER ENGINEER, R-74-C, $1,888
After an explanation to the Board by Member Gibbs, Member of the
Personnel Committee, it was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Allan,
that authorization to hire Paul Papke, Jr., to the position of Process,
Computer Engineer, Range 74-C($l,888) be approved and that a resolution be
adopted to that effect.
RESOLUTION NO. 76-209, A RESOLUTION APPOINTING PAUL PAPKE, JR., TO
THE POSITION OF PROCESS COMPUTER ENGINEER
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
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4.
AMENDMENT TO CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT - CITY OF CONCORD
AGREEMENT
After review and discussion, it was moved by Member Mitch~ll, that the
proposed amendment to the agreement between the City of Concord and the
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, be approved.
. Member Allan queried staff on the retirement factors involving the
City of Concord transfer employees.
After further discussion, Mr. John Carniato, District Counsel, stated
that he would check further on this matter and report back to the Board.
Member Mitchell withdrew his motion pending further report from
District Counsel.
5.
SET HEARING DATE FOR CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
The date for the hearing on the Conflict of Interest Code had been
set for October 21, 1976, at the meeting of September 23.
6.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING DISTRICT APPLICATION FOR 100% EDA-LPW GRANT
FOR DSP 2656, PLEASANT HILL, AND AUTHORIZING G. A. HORSTKOTTE,
GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER, AS OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE
DISTRICT IN CONNECTION WITH THE APPLICATION
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member Gibbs, that a resolution
authorizing District application of 100% EDA-LPW Grant for DSP 2656,
Pleasant Hill, and authorizing the General Manager-Chief Engineer tó act
as official representative of the District in this matter, be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 76-210, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FILE APPLICATION FOR
FEDERAL GRANTS FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS AND PROVIDING CERTAIN
ASSURANCES
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
7.
AUTHORIZATION TO OPEN AN ACCOUNT TO DRAW AGAINST FOR THE PREPARATION
OF EASEMENT DOCUMENTS FOR THE CITY OF MARTINEZ, LID 50 - DSP 1380
The terms of the contract under which the District agreed to take over
facilities and provide sewer service to the City of Martinez required that
the City furnish the District all necessary easements for existing sewers.
A study by staff has revealed that there are approximately 200 locations
on the Martinez sewerage system where required easements do not exist.
This authorization is requested to cover our expense in preparing necessary
easement documents which are recoverable from the City. The easements will
be acquired by the City of Martinez for the District.
It was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Allan, that auth-
orization to open an account to draw against for the preparation of ease-
ment documents for the City of Martinez, LID 50 - DSP 1380, be approved.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
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8.
AUTHORIZE $10,000 FOR THE REPLACEMENT AND/OR RECONSTRUCTION OF THE
ULFINIAN WAY SEWER, MARTINEZ (DSP 2723)
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member
Gibbs, that authorization for $10,000 for the replacement and/or reconstruc-
tion of the Ulfinian Way Sewer, Martinez (DSP 2723) be approved. Motion
carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
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 Rustigian, seconded by
Member Mitchell, that the easements, as listed below, be accepted at no
cost to the District, and that resolutions be adopted and their recordation
be authorized.
a.
RESOLUTION NO. 76-211, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO
COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY, .
ORINDA AREA (JOB NO. 2676 - PARCEL NO.1)
b.
RESOLUTION ,NO. 76-212, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO
COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM PETER OSTROSKY AND VIOLET OSTROSKY,
ROUNDHILL AREA (JOB NO. 2720 - PARCEL NO.2)
c.
RESOLUTION NO. 76-213, A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT AT NO
COST TO THE DISTRICT FROM CHARLES J. BOLD AND E. MICHAEL FLEMING,
PLEASANT HILL AREA (JOB NO. 2739 - PARCEL NO.1)
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
2.
AUTHORIZATION FOR ONE PARCEL (P.A. 76-26) TO BE CONSIDERED IN PENDING
ANNEXAT IONS
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,'
it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that P.A.
76-26,1.02 acres, Orinda, be approved for consideration in pending annex-
ation. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
3.
CONFIRM "AMENDED ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM AND AUTHORIZE RECORDING OF SAID
DIAGRAM," DANVILLE AREA
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that con-
firmation of the "Amended Assessment Diagram" for the following assessment
and authorization for recording of said diagram be approved.
Original
Assessment No.
Amended Assessment No.
Apportioned Amt.
54-2-5-10
54-2-5-12
"
$ 0.00 **
4,050.00
*~ Equalization to be paid at time of connection
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Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Hembers:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
4.
AUTHORIZE $33,806 TO PURCHASE 12.21 ACRES OF PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC
PROPERTY, PACHECO
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
it was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Mitchell, that authoriza-
tion of $33,806 to purchase 12.21 acres of PG&E property, Pacheco, be
approved. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
5.
Members:
Members:
Hembers:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
CLAIM OF MRS. JAMES WHITE, 1973 PLEASANT HILL ROAD, PLEASANT HILL, FOR
$48 SEWER CLEANING BILL
Upon Board query, Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
explained that Mrs. White had been duly notified that her claim was to be
presented to the Board at this meeting.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member
Gibbs, that the claim of Mrs. James White be denied. Motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Hembers:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
6.
AUTHORIZE $800 FOR FURNITURE FOR THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
After Board and staff discussion, it was moved by Member Rustigian,
seconded by Member Allan, that authorization of $800 to purchase furniture
for the Engineering Department be approved, with the proviso that staff
investigate the possibility of purchasing the necessary furniture from
BASSA. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: . Members:
NOES: Members:
ABSENT: Members:
7.
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
APPOINTMENT OF RAMENDRA CHATTERJEE FROM A PERMANENT-INTERMITTENT BASIS
TO PERMANENT FOR THE PROCESS COMPUTER ENGINEER POSITION, RANGE 74-D,
($1,981), EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 1,1976
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to defer this item
to the next meeting.
8.
REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR G. A. HORSTKOTTE AND D. G. NILES TO ATTEND
THE IAWPR CONFERENCE, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, AND SIDE TRIP TO REVIEW
MELBOURNE PLANT
. After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
and discussion by the Board, it was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by
Member Allan, that a staff member be authorized transportation and per diem
for eight days to attend the International Association Water Pollution
Research Conference in Sydney, Australia, with a side trip to Melbourne to
review the recently commissioned plant. Motion carried by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
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Members:
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Gibbs, Rustigian and Allan
Mitchell and Boneysteele
None
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9.
REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE CONSULTANT TO PREPARE EIR FOR BOLLINGER
CANYON PROJECT, JOB NO. 2252
After explanation by Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, it
was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that staff be
authorized to hire a consultant to prepare an EIR for the Bollinger Canyon
Project, Job No. 2252, based on the premise that 87-1/2% of the cost will
probably be reimbursable from State and Federal funds and the balance from
the Watershed fund. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
10.
ACCEPT PROPOSALS FOR PROJECT ADMINISTRATION 5B, PHASE I
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, explained to the Board
that it would be feasible to have someone other than the design team review
the Stage 5B, Phase I plans. To this end, staff has solicited three proposals
and requests the Board review same and form a consensus.
President Boneysteele stated that he does not feel the Board is qualified
to make such an evaluation from the reports and would expect staff preference.
Mr. Horstkotte replied that after Board review, staff will make a recommen-
dation.
11.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS ADDED BY SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT & RESOLUTION MAKING A NEGATIVE
DECLARATION FOR A PORTION OF WATERSHED 33 SOUTH TRUNK SEWER, SAN RAMON
AREA'
Member Gibbs queried District Counsel as to the impact of building
11,000 lineal feet of 36" and 30" sewer pipeline. Mr. Carniato replied that
if there is any protest, the Board could reconsider its action after reviewing
such protest.
. After reviewing the Environmental Impact Assessment and discussion, it
was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Allan, that a resolution
making a negative declaration for a portion of Watershed 33 South Trunk
Sewer, San Ramon area, be adopted.
RESOLUTION NO. 76-215, A RESOLUTION MAKING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND
PROVIDING NOTICE THEREOF FOR A PORTION OF WATERSHED 33 SOUTH TRUNK
SEWER
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Hembers:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
12.
INFORMATION
a.
CASA ANNOUNCEMENT GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
Board Members noted the announcement from CASA concerning applicants
for the position of General Manager-Chief Engineer at CCCSD.
b.
"BICARB" TREATMENT OF A SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT
Board Members noted the memorandum dated October 1, 1976, to
G. A. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, from D. G. Niles, Manager-
Plant Operations, relating to "Bicarb" treatment in a sewage treatment process.
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CORRESPONDENCE REGARDING EPA HEARING STATEMENTS
c.
Board Members noted the letters of appreciation written by
G. A. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, to Senator John A., Nejedly,
the Honorable Daniel E. Boatwright, and Mrs. Billie Bowles with regard to
the EPA-District Hearing of September 30, 1976.
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d.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY REPORT
Board Members noted correspondence from the Equal Employment Oppor-
tunity Commission dated September 27,1976, on the subject of the 1976
State and Local Government Information (EEO-4) Survey.
e. Board Members noted the articles from the CIVIL ENGINEERING ASCE
magazine entitled "Recycling Refuse into Energy" and "EPA Makes Value
Engineering Mandatory on Projects over $10 Million".
VIII.
REPORTS
1.
GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
Mr. Horstkotte reported that staff has solicited bids from janitorial
service companies for the purpose of maintaining the District offices. The
bids were a~. follows:
PBM
Walnut Creek Janitorial
Western Majestic
Town and Country
$ 1,028
750
640
480
After discussion, it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member
Allan, to engage the services of Western Majestic Janitorial Service.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneysteele
None
None
b. Mr. Horstkotte rèported that on the SA, Phase I Project, the
District is responsible for cleaning of the digesters. Staff has checked
with the Special Counsel and Wilson, Jones, Morton and Lynch, to make sure
that this falls under the category of maintenance. Plans are being formulated
to engage someonè to start cleaning these digesters. The work is estimated
to cost approximately $65,000 for Digester A, with sùbsequent additional cost
forB, C and D.
2.
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
a. Mr. Carniato advised the Board that as a result of Resolution No.
76-188, the contract on LID 55 has been terminated.
He also advised that Jerry Laster, LID Counsel, was concerned that the
Resolution did not provide for negotiation and wanted to advise the Board
that there would be some negotiation with the contractor.
b. Mr. Carniato advised the Board that the Committee representing the
Employees on the Deferred Compensation Plan has met and selected the
Phoenix Mutual Company to handle their program. Phoenix Mutual will try to
adopt a plan that is compatible to both the IRS and the State Statute.
c. Board Members and Mr. Carniato reviewed proceedings of the EPA
District hearing of September 30, 1976.
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After discussion, it was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member
Mitchell, that District Counsel shall prepare a resolution terminating
acceptance of comments on November 9,1976. Motion carried by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Mitchell, Rustigian, Allan and Boneystee1e
None
None
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that he has
requested a transcript of the hearing from the Court Reporter.
d. President Boneystee1e queried staff as to the outcome of the Peter
Knoedler case. Mr. Horstkotte reported that the suit was settled by default
of the defendant.
3.
SPECIAL COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
Mr. Bohn advised the Board on developments in the Teichert matter.
Board Members deferred making a determination pending a decision or motion
for summary judgment. '
4.
SECRETARY
Mr. Hopkins presented supplements to the list of applicants for the
position General Manager-Chief Engineer of the District.
,5.
COMMITTEES
. a.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
- None.
b.
SOLID WASTE
A meeting has been scheduled for October 12, 7:30 P.M., at which time
staff will present a report on wage rates of the Oakland Scavengers and its
impact upon our garbage franchisees.
Mr. Horstkotte stated that Mr.' Jack Case, Engineering Associate, will
be assigned to handle the garbage study.
c.
BASSA
Member Gibbs reported that with BASSA being terminated, any funds the
Agency may have will be turned over to the State for redistribution to the
various contributing committees and entities.
IX.
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
President Boneystee1e stated that members of Board and staff have been
receiving calls from a Mr. E. W. Wilson, making charges against the staff
and its employees.
President Boneystee1e indicated that he had advised Mr. Wilson that if
he wished further information, the District records are public record and
are available to the public at the District office. Since that date, there
has been no further response from Mr. Wilson.
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ADJOURNMENT
At 9:30 P.M., President Boneysteele adjourned the meeting.
COUNTERSIGNED:
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