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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA
COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD ON MAY 1,1986
The Di strict Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary Di strict
convened i n a regul ar meeti ng at its regul ar pl ace of meeti ng, 5019
Imhoff Place, Martinez, County of Contra Costa, State of California, at
7:30 p.m. on May 1,1986.
President Carlson called the meeting to order and requested that the
Secretary call roll.
I.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Members:
Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
ABSENT:
Members:
None
II.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
MINUTES OF APRIL 17,1986
It was moved by Member Dalton and seconded by Member McNulty, that
the minutes of April 17, 1986, be approved as presented. There being no
objection, the motion was unanimously approved.
IV.
EXPENDITURES
1.
EXPENDITURE LIST DATED MAY 1,1986
Member Dal ton, member of the Budget and Fi nance Committee, stated
that he and Member Clausen have reviewed the expenditures and found them
to be satisfactory.
It was moved by Member Dalton and seconded by Member Clausen, that
the Expenditure List dated May 1,1986, including Running Expense Warrant
Nos. 25497-25769 and Sewer Construction Warrant Nos. 3614-3637, be
approved as presented. There being no objection, the motion was
unanimously approved.
v.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Member McNulty and seconded by Member Dalton, that
the Consent Cal endar, consi sti ng of six items, be approved as
recommended, resolutions adopted as appropriate, and recordings duly
authorized.
1.
Resolution No. 86-029 accepting an easement at no cost to the
District from G. T. DUFFY, Lafayette area (Job 4107 - Parcel 4
R-l) was adopted and recording authorized.
Motion unanimously approved on the following vote:
AYES:
Members:
Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
NOES:
Members:
None
ABSENT:
Members:
None
Resolution No. 86-030 accepting an easement at no cost to the
District from G. W. HUWER, Alamo area (Job 4199 - Parcel 1) was
adopted and recording authorized.
Motion unanimously approved on the following vote:
2.
AYES:
Members:
Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
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NOES:
Members:
None
ABSENT:
Members:
None
3.
Authorization was given for P.A. 86-14 (Al amo) and P.A. 86-15
(Alamo) to be included in a future formal annexation to the
District.
Motion unanimously approved on the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Members:
Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
Members:
None
ABSENT:
Members:
None
4.
Agreement relating to real property with AHMAD ENFERADI, Job
3220, Parcel 6, Alamo area was approved, Resolution No. 86-031
was adopted, and recording was authorized.
Motion unanimously approved on the fo 11 ow i ng vote:
AYES: Members: Boneysteel e, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Members: None
5.
$9,100 was authorized from the Sewer Construction Fund for the
replacement of approximately 408 feet of pipeline in Carlback
Avenue in Walnut Creek by District forces.
Motion unanimously approved on the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Members:
Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
Members:
None
ABSENT:
Members:
None
6.
The attendance of Robert Simmons at five-day course entitl ed
"Slope Stabil ity and Landsl ides" in Madison, Wisconsin from May
12 to 16,1986, was authorized.
Motion unanimously approved on the following vote:
AYES: Members: Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Members: None
CALL FOR REQUESTS TO CONSIDER ITEMS OUT OF ORDER
None
VI.
ADMINISTRATIVE
AUTHORIZE THE IMPLEMENTATION AND FINANCING OF A SELF-INSURANCE
PROGRAM FOR THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
1.
Mr. Roger J. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that the
sel f-insurance program report was prepared by Messrs. Paul Morsen, Jack
Campbell, Walter Funasaki, and Ken Laverty. Because there have been
previous presentations on this subject, rather than presenting the
program again in detail, staff would be happy to respond to any questions
the Board may have.
Foll ow ing a question from Member Cl ausen as to whether staff time
for cl aims adjustment services shoul d be charged to the program, it was
determined to implement the program as presented for one year and
accumulate experience in this area.
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A discussion followed wherein confidential ity of reports, employee
bonding, and use of ad valorem taxes to fund the program were discussed.
At the conclusion of the discussion, President Carlson commended staff
for the effort that went into the report and development of the proposed
Self-Insurance Program.
It was moved by Member Dalton and seconded by Member Clausen, that
Resolution No. 86-032 initiating the District Self-Insurance Program be
adopted and that the financing for the program be authorized for
inclusion in the District's 1986-1987 budget plan. Motion unanimously
approved on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Members:
Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
NOES:
Members:
None
ABSENT:
Members:
None
VII.
ENGINEERING
1.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION ELECTING TO RECEIVE AN ALLOCATION OF TAX REVENUES
FROM THE DANVILLE REDEVELOPMENT PROJ ECT AREA
Mr. Dol an, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that this
resolution is presented in accordance with community redevelopment law.
This resolution allows the District to receive the maximum amount of tax
revenues available to the District under present law.
It was moved by Member Dalton and seconded by Member McNulty, that
Resolution No. 86-033 electing to receive allocation of tax revenues from
the Danville Redevelopment Project Area, be adopted. Motion unanimously
approved on the following roll call vote:
AYE S: Members: Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Cl ausen, Carl son
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Members: None
2.
AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
WITH L()IRY & ASSOCIATES AND AUTHORIZE $55,000 FROM THE SEWER
CONSTRUCTION FUND FOR THE DESIGN OF SCREENINGS HANDLING IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT, DP 20010
Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that this project
providing for removal of screenings from the bar screen area is included
in the Capital Improvement Plan.
It was moved by Member Boneysteele and seconded by Member Dalton,
that the General Manager-Chief Engi neer be authorized to execute a
contract for professional engineering services with Lowry & Associates,
and that $55,000 be authorized from the Sewer Construction Fund for
design of the Screenings Handling Improvements Project (DP 20010).
Motion unanimously approved on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Members:
Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
NOES:
Members:
None
AB SENT:
Members:
None
VIII.
BUDGET AND FINANCE
RECEIVE 1986-1987 EQUIPMENT BUDGET FOR REVIEW
1.
Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, reviewed the budget
process highlighting steps that require staff, Committee, and Board
action.
President Carlson noted that the 1986-1987 Equipment Budget requests
have been reviewed by the Capital Projects Committee. The Committee
endorses the Equipment Budget and recommends approval by the Board on May
15, 1986. It woul d be appropri ate to address any questi ons the Board
might have at this time.
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Member Dalton stated that much of the requested equipment will add
to safety as well as productivity.
Following a request by Member Clausen, a meeting was scheduled for
May 13,1986, at 9:00 a.m. at CSO to allow Members Clausen and McNulty an
opportunity to review the proposed Equipment Budget with staff.
IX.
PERSONNEL
CONSIDER EMPLOYEE INITIATED RECLASSIFICATION REQUEST AND APPROVE
RECOMMENDATION AS SUBMITTED BY RALPH ANDERSEN AND ASSOCIATES
1.
Mr. Dol an, General Manager-Chief Engi neer, stated that under the
provisions of the current Memorandum of Understandi ng, an employee has
requested an upward recl assi ficati on. Ral ph Andersen & Associ ates,
preparer of the District's current classification plan, was retained to
make a recommendation regardi ng the all ocati on of thi s position within
the District's secretarial series. That recommendation has been
distributed to the Board.
Member McNulty, member of the Personnel Committee, stated that she
and Member Boneysteele have reviewed this request and endorse the
recommendation.
It was moved by Member McNulty and seconded by Member Clausen, that
effective July 1, 1986, Ms. Betty Gale be reclassified to the position of
Executive Secretary (salary range S-56); that the position description of
Executive Secretary be adopted; that the position of Executive Secretary
be allocated to the Management Support/Confidential Group; and that
Resolution No. 86-034 be adopted to that effect. Motion unanimously
approved on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Members: Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Members: None
2.
AUlHORIZE A RAISE IN COMPENSATION RANGE FOR THE PLANT OPERATIONS
DEPARTIENT MAN.aßER AND FOR lHE COLLECTION SYSTEM OÆ RATION S
DEPARTIENT MAN.aßER EFFECTIVE J UL Y 1, 1986
This item was deferred pending discussion in closed session.
3.
APPROVE ÆRSONNEL BUDGET REQUESTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986-1987
Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that at the last
Board Meeting a summary table highlighting the proposed personnel changes
was presented and staff responded to questions and comments of the Board.
If there are further comments, staff would be happy to address them now.
There being no comments or questions, it was moved by Member McNulty
and seconded by Member Boneysteele, that the Personnel Budget for Fiscal
Year 1986-1987 as identified by Items 1 through 18, be approved. Motion
unanimously approved on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Members: Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Members: None
4.
AUTHORIZE EARL Y FILLING OF ONE ASSOCIATE
PREVIOUSLY AUlHORIZED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ENGINEER
POSITION
Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, indicated that this
request was reviewed by the Personnel Committee and di scussed with the
Board at the 1 ast Board Meeti ng. Staff proposes that one Associ ate
Engineer position be filled from a current list saving time and
recruitment costs.
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It was moved by Member Clausen and seconded by Member McNulty, that
the early fill ing of one newly authorized Associate Engineer position
(S-77, $3,291-$3,987) in the Planning Division be authorized effective
May 2, 1986. Motion unanimously approved on the following roll call
vote:
AYES:
Members:
Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
NOES:
Members:
None
ABSENT:
Members:
None
X.
ITEMS LATE FOR THE AGENDA
None
XI.
REPORTS
1.
GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
a. Mr. Dolan, General Manager-Chief Engineer, reported that the
refuse collection rate appl ications have been received. Staff analyses
should be completed and distributed to the Board early next week. The
analyses will be distributed to the appropriate cities the following day.
Member Clausen requested that the analyses include a critical review
of the rates in other area and reasons for any differences.
b. Phase I of the Cathodic Protection Project is currently being
advertised for bid.
c. Following discussion, it was determined that a Personnel Report
indicating such personnel actions as new hires, promotions, and
retirements, would be produced on a trial basis.
d. Mr. Robert A. Baker, Deputy Chief Engineer, reported that at the
suggesti on of the Capital Projects Committee, a report on the Marti nez
sewer capacity is being prepared and will be distributed to the Board
during the coming week.
2.
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
a. Mr. James L. Hazard, Counsel for the District, reported that on
April 30, 1986, the Contra Costa Water District Board of Di rectors
approved ,and executed the proposed settlement agreement relating to alum
sl udge.
b. Mr. Hazard reported that both sides have rested their cases on
the Ullery and Warwick trial. It is anticipated that a decision should
be made by the middle of June.
c. One May 29, 1986, the Board of Di rectors will be asked to
conduct a public hearing to consider changes to the District CEOA
guidelines and ordinance.
3.
SECRETARY OF THE DISTRICT
None
4.
BOARD MEMBERS
a. The Capital Projects Committee Discussion Summary of the April
23, 1986, meeting was received. The draft Capital Improvement Pl an was
distributed.
b. Member Dalton reported on the April 23, 1986, meeting held in
Antioch to review the four proposed landfill sites in the east county.
c. President Carlson requested that staff respond to a letter from
the city of Orinda dated April 29, 1986 rel ative to diversion of waste
from Acme to Richmond Landfill.
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XII.
MATTERS FROM THE BOARD NOT ON THE ,4ßENDA
None
XIII. CLOSED SESSION
1.
ÆRSONNEL
At 9:02 p.m., President Carlson declared the closed session to
discuss personnel matters pursuant to Government Code Section 54957. At
9:37 p.m., President Carlson concluded the closed session and reconvened
the meeting into open session.
XIV.
ACTIONS RESULTING FROM DISCUSSIONS IN CLOSED SESSION
At this time, Item IX., Personnel No.2, was considered.
IX.
ÆRSONNEL
2.
AUTHORIZE A RAISE IN COMPENSATION RANGE FOR THE PLANT OPERATIONS
DEPARTMENT MANAGER AND FOR THE COLLECTION SYSTEM OPERATIONS
DEPARTMENT MANAGER, EFFECTIVE J UL Y 1, 1986
It was moved by Member McNulty and seconded by Member Boneysteele,
that a salary range of M-22 ($5277-$6414), which represents approximately
a five percent (5%) adj ustment for Pl ant Operati ons Department Manager
Charles Batts, be adopted effective July 1,1986 (Resolution No. 86-035),
and that a sal ary range of M-24 ($5025-$6109), which represents
approximately a five percent (5%) adjustment for Collection System
Operations Department Manager John Larson, be adopted effective July 1,
1986 (Resolution No. 86-036). Motion unanimously approved on the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
Members: Boneysteele, Dalton, McNulty, Clausen, Carlson
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members: None
Members: None
XV.
ADJ OURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President
Carlson adjourned the meeting at 9:40 p.m.
President of the Board of Directors,
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District,
County of Contra Costa, State of California
COUNTERSIGNED:
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