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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
HELD APRIL 7, 1966
The District Board of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened
in a Regular Session at its regular place of meeting located at 1250 Spring-
brook Road, Walnut Creek, County of Contra Costa, State of California, on
April 7, 1966, at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
The meeting was called to order by President Mitchell.
I.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
ABSENT:
Members:
None
II.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the meeting of March 17, 1966, were approved as presented.
At the suggestion of Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, it was moved
by Member Roemer, seconded by Member Rustigian, that the Minutes of the
meeting of March 29, 1966, be amended as follows:
Under "RESOLUTION NO. 1540, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
OF CALIFORNIA TO CONDUCT LEGAL PROCEEDINGS", the Motion shall read as follows:
"After discussion, it was moved by Member Roemer, seconded by Member
Gibbs, that Resolution No. 1540 be adopted with the stipulation that District
Counsel receive confirmation in writing from the Attorney General's Office as
to the District's fair share of the costs to be advanced."
Motion amending Minutes carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
III.
APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES
It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Roemer, that the
expenditures, as audited by the Auditing Committee and as submitted by the
District Manager-Engineer, be approved, reference being specifically made to
Sewer Construction Vouchers Numbers 2073 to 2088, inclusive, and Running
Expense Vouchers Numbers 8725 to 8930, inclusive. Carried by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
IV.
BIDS
None.
V.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
VI.
NEW BUSINESS
ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENTS
It was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Howard, that easements
from Arcady Homes, Inc., Standard Savings and Loan Ass'n., Beacon Savings and
Loan Ass'n., Joseph H. Clark, Jr. and Louie A. Thomas be accepted and their
recording ordered. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
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BURGLAR ALARM FOR DISTRICT OFFICE SITE
Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, explained the several bids
and proposals for a burglar alarm system for the District office site.
After discussion, and on the recommendation of Mr. Horstkotte, it was
moved by Member Roemer, seconded by Member Howard, that the burglar alarm
system proposed by Security Systems of California, at a cost of $1,545.00
plus tax from Sewer Construction funds, be installed. Carried by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
HEARING ON FORMATION OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
President Mitchell requested that all property owners in the P.S.A. 15
area (Reliez Valley Road near Pleasant Hill Road) be notified of the Hearing
on April 21,1966, to discuss the formation of an assessment district.
CITY OF CONCORD SEWERS
President Mitchell stated that he had been in communication with the Mayor
of Concord who had suggested meeting with the District Board to discuss mutual
sewering problems.
Member Roemer suggested that any discussions with the City of Concord
relative to sewering problems should be at one of the District's regularly
scheduled meetings.
After discussion, President Mitchell stated that he would convey to the
Mayor of Concord an invitation to appear before the District Board.
CLAYTON AREA SEWERS
President Mitchell stated ~hat the scheduled hearings before the Local
Agency Formation Commission and the Board of Supervisors relative to sewering
the Clayton area should be attended by District representatives so that proper
presentation of figures from the District can be made.
Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, explained on the blackboard
the area in conflict between the City of Concord, the City of Clayton and the
District.
Mr. Horstkotte reported the staff is preparing figures for the Local
Agency Formation Commission hearing on April 20, 1966. He stated it would be
before the Board of Supervisors on April 26,1966.
Mr. Horstkotte suggested that a member of the staff and a Member of the
District Board appear before the Board of Supervisors on April 26,1966.
It was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Rustigian, that President
Mitchell and Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, appear before the Board
of Supervisors on April 26,1966, relative to sewering the City of Clayton area.
Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
CITY OF MARTINEZ ANNEXATION PROCEEDINGS
President Mitchell questioned Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District,
relative to the annexation proceedings for the City of Martinez commenced
by the Local Agency Formation Commission.
Mr. Bohn stated the District must now act between 15 and 60 days from
the date of action by the Local Agency Formation Commission.
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Mr. Bohn stated that the letter of agreement previously approved by the
District Board will be put into final form for District action at the meeting
of April 21, 1966.
President Mitchell requested that copies of the final agreement be sent
to each Member of the District Board for review prior to the April 21,1966,
meeting.
Mr. Bohn stated that, upon approval of the agreement by the District
Board, the Board will then adopt the necessary Resolutions to commence the
proceedings for the annexation of the City of Martinez.
Mr. Bohn stated that if 10% of the assessed valuation, or 10% of the
voters, petition the District after the Board has acted, an election must be
held.
In answer to President Mitchell's question, Mr. Bohn stated the City
of Martinez is to be responsible for the costs of the election to be con-
ducted by the District.
VII.
REPORTS
DISTRICT MANAGER-ENGINEER
SEWER CONSTRUCTION AUTHORIZATIONS
Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, requested the following
authorizations from Sewer Construction funds:
$79.71 for Revision of District Specifications (Testing Clay Pipe).
It was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Howard, that $79.71 be
authorized from Sewer Construction funds for Revision of the District
Specifications. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
$8,976.52 for engineering and inspection for Trunk Sewer E.
It was moved by Member Howard, seconded by Member Roemer, that $8,976.52
be authorized from Sewer Construction funds for District costs for Trunk
Sewer E. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
$2,534.00 for Engineer for Line C.
It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Howard, that $2,534.00
be authorized from Sewer Construction funds for Engineer for Line C costs.
Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
$5,000.00 for Watershed 2, Miner Road.
It was moved by Member Howard, seconded by Member Rustigian, that $5,000.00
be authorized from Sewer Construction funds for Watershed 2, Miner Road area.
Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
$2,000.00 for Watershed 5, Orinda Crossroads to tunnel.
It was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Howard, that $2,000.00 be
authorized from Sewer Construction funds for Watershed 5, Orinda Crossroads to
the tunnel. Carried by the following vote:
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
President Mitchell requested that the watershed maps of the Board Members
be brought up to date.
Watershed 10 South, Moraga, $750.00,
Watershed 10 West, Moraga, $500.00, and
Watershed 24C, Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill, $750.00
It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Gibbs, that $750.00
for Watershed 10 South, $500.00 for Watershed 10 West, and $750.00 for Water-
shed 24C be authorized from Sewer Construction funds. Carried by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
NORTH BAY WATER ADVISORY CONFERENCE
Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, requested $33.50 each for
himself and Mr. Dalton, District Administrative Engineer, to attend the North
Bay Water Advisory conference at Santa Rosa.
After discussion and questioning Mr. Horstkotte, it was moved by Member
Roemer, seconded by Member Howard, that $33.50 each be authorized for Mr.
Horstkotte and Mr. Dalton to attend the North Bay Water Advisory conference
at Santa Rosa. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINING:
ABSENT:
Members:
Member:
Member:
Members:
Howard, Rustigian and Roemer
Mitchell
Gibbs
None
CALIFORNIA WATER POLLUTION CONTROL FEDERATION MEETING
Mr. Horstkotte requested $164.00 each, plus transportation, for
David Niles, Robert Mott, Robert Hinkson and Jack Best to attend the
Water Pollution Control Federation meeting at Monterey from April 27
April 29.
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It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Howard, that $820.00
plus transportation, be authorized for expenses of Mr. Horstkotte, David Niles,
Robert Mott, Robert Hinkson and Jack Best to attend the California Water
Pollution Control Federation meeting in Monterey from April 27 through
April 29. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
CLAIM OF S. G. MARX
Mr. Horstkotte presented the claim öf Mr. S. G. Marx in the amount of
$54.30 which resulted from a sewer back-up and overflo~
Mr. Horstkotte stated it was the staff recommendation to pay the $54.30
for the cleaning of carpet and pad.
It was moved by Member Roemer, seconded by Member Howard, that the claim
of Mr. S. G. Marx in the amount of $54.30 for rug and pad cleaning as a result
of a sewer stoppage be paid after receipt of a signed Release in Full Settle-
ment and Compromise. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
03
Members:
Members:
Members:
29
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
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ANNUAL AUDIT
It was moved by Member Roemer, seconded by Member Howard, that Mr. Eldo
Ewert be retained to make the 1965-66 District audit for $650.00. Carried by
the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
GARBAGE COLLECTORS' FINANCIAL REPORTS
Member Gibbs questioned Mr. Horstkotte about the uniform financial
reports the garbage collectors are to submit to the District.
Mr. Horstkotte stated that some of the reports have been received by
the District on a quarterly basis and the staff has been after those who have
not yet reported.
After discussion, the District Board directed that Mr. Horstkotte notify
all the garbage collectors that their financial reports are to be delivered to
the District on or before July 1, 1966.
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
CROSSING AGREEMENT
Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, stated the agreement previously auth-
orized for the President and Secretary's signatures, relative to the driveways
crossing the District's Trunk Sewer J in Moraga for Subdivision 3484, subject
to his approval, was now ready for signature.
COSTS OF LITIGATION RE PRICE FIXING
Mr. Bohn discussed with the District Board the work to be done by his
office and the District staff relative to the price fixing suit by the State
Attorney General's office against the concrete pipe companies.
COSTS OF POSSIBLE H. E. JOHNSON CONSTRUCTION CO. LITIGATION
Mr. Bohn stated that, as previously requested by the District Board, his
opinion was that the legal costs relative to the H. E. Johnson Construction Co.
anticipated litigation are estimated to be approximately $10,000.00 on a time
basis.
It was moved by Member Gibbs, seconded by Member Howard, that $10,000.00
be authorized for costs of litigation for Local Improvement District No. 45,
Schedule 2, and Local Improvement District No. 44, Schedules 5,6 and 7, to be
charged to the Local Improvement Districts. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Gibbs, Rustigian, Howard, Roemer and Mitchell
None
None
VIII.
ADJOURNMENT
At 10:30 o'clock P.M., the meeting was adjourned by President Mitchell to
April 21, 1966.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District of
Contra Costa County, State of California
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