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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
HELD JULY 11,1968
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
July 11, 1968, at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
The meeting was called to order by President Gibbs.
1.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Members:
Boneysteele, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
ABSENT:
Member:
Rustigian
Member Rustigian arrived at 8:15 o'clock P.M.
II.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the meeting of June 20, 1968, were approved as presented.
III.
APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES
It was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Allan, that Member
Mitchell be paid an additional $30.00 expenses for the California Sanitary and
Sanitation Districts Association meeting in San Diego July 17 to July 21,1968,
due to his having to attend the Executive Committee meeting a day early. Carried
by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Boneysteele, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
Rustigian
It was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Allan, that the
expenditures, as audited by the Auditing Committee and as submitted by the
General Manager-Chief Engineer, be approved, reference being specifically made
to Sewer Construction Vouchers Numbers 492 to 510, inclusive, Running Expense
Vouchers Numbers 8112 to 8260, inclusive, and Payroll Vouchers Numbers 2061 to
2163, inclusive. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Member:
Boneysteele, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
Rustigian
IV.
HEARINGS
DELINQUENT SEWER SERVICE CHARGES
President Gibbs opened the Hearing for the collection of delinquent sewer
service charges On the tax roll, and asked for any written or oral protests.
There were no written or oral protests.
It was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Allan, that the
Hearing relative to collecting delinquent sewer service charges on the 1968-69
tax roll be closed. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
RESOLUTION NO. 1835. A RESOLUTION OVERRULING PROTESTS AND ADOPTING THE
REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 5473 HEALTH & SAFETY CODE, DELINQUENT SEWER
SERVICE CHARGES
It was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Allan, that
Resolution No. 1835 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
Or¡
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
V.
BIDS
LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 47 BONDS, $563.000.00
Bids, opened at 2:00 o'clock P.M. this day, were as follows:
Net
Interest Rate
1.
Robert E. Schweser Co. of California, Ltd.
& Kirchner, Moore and Company
5.3368%
2. Stone & Youngberg
3. First California Company
4. Miller & Schroeder Inc.
5.4325%
5.4661%
5.7096%
RESOLUTION NO. 1836. A RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF BONDS. LOCAL IMPROVE-
MENT DISTRICT NO. 47. $563.000.00 MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS
It was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
Resolution No. 1836 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 49 BONDS. $264.000.00
Bids, opened at 2:00 o'clock P.M. this day, were as follows:
Net
Interest Rate
1.
Robert E. Schweser Co. of California, Ltd.
& Kirchner, Moore and Company
5.3353%
2. Stone & Youngberg
3. First California Company
4. Miller & Schroeder Inc.
5.4377%
5.4657%
5.7117%
RESOLUTION NO. 1837. A RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF BONDS. LOCAL IMPROVE-
MENT DISTRICT NO. 49. $264.000.00 MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS
It was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
Resolution No. 1837 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
V1.
OLD BUSINESS
MT. VIEW SANITARY DISTRICT CONTRACT FOR SEWER SERVICE
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, reported that the Mt. View
Sanitary District had proceeded to award a contract to expand its present
facilities rather than contract with the District for service.
RECEIPT OF RESOLUTION OF CONSENT FROM BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FOR LOCAL IMPROVE-
MENT DISTRICT NO. 25
The District Secretary reported that Board of Supervisors Resolution No.
68/450, A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONSENT TO SANITARY DISTRICT LOCAL IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT NO. 25 ASSESSMENT PROCEEDINGS, HEALTH & SAFETY CODE SECTIONS 6518,
6540, had been received.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1819. A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE AND CONSTRUCT
IMPROVEMENTS. LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 25
It was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
Resolution No. 1819 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
J. L. KERNS PROTEST RE LOCATION OF EASEMENT PARCEL 9. DISTRICT SEWERING PROJECT
1637. LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 25
Mr. Kerns, who has written several letters to the District protesting the
easement located on his property and the inclusion of his property in the
Assessment District, explained that there were alternate routes for the sewer
and that inclusion presented a financial burden to his family.
Mr. Kerns indicated an alternate route for the sewer on his property.
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that locating the
sewer as the District had was the most satisfactory for engineering and economy.
Board Members explained to Mr. Kerns that his protest for exclusion would
have to wait until the formal Hearing On July 25,1968.
Mr. Kerns presented a plan indicating trees. shrubs, etc. on his property.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member
Allan, that the District staff work with Mr. Kerns and investigate alternate
routing for the sewer, and report at the July 25, 1968, meeting. Carried by
the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
AUTHORIZE PURCHASE ORDER AND CONTRACT FOR SEAL COATS. LOCAL IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICTS NOS. 43. 44. 45. 47 and 49. COUNTY AND PRIVATE ROADS
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that provision
was made in the Assessment District proceedings for seal coat in areas where
the District contractor had worked in various roads.
It was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
seal coat for Local Improvement Districts Nos. 43,44,45,47 and 49 be done
by purchase order where applicable and to call for bids when required.
Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that parking space
is getting scarce around the office site, and recommended improving the parcel
owned by the District to the north for additional parking for employees at an
estimated cost of $8,000.00.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member
Boneysteele, that $8,000.00 be authorized from Sewer Construction funds
to improve the parcel of land north of the office building for additional
parking for employees. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
RESOLUTION NO. 1838, A RESOLUTION OF APPLICATION FOR REORGANIZATION INVOLVING
DETACHMENT OF BAKER AND PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC COMPANY PROPERTY FROM MT. VIEW
SANITARY DISTRICT AND ANNEXATION TO CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
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After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that Resolution No. 1838 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
CORRESPONDENCE FROM STATE CONTROLLER RE WASTE DISPOSAL ACCOUNTING SUBCOMMITTEE
"June 25, 1968
"Board of Directors
Central Contra Costa
Sanitary District
Post Office Box 428
Walnut Creek, California
94597
"Gentlemen:
"Please accept my thanks for making the services of Mr. Claude M. McPhee,
your Secretary, available to the Waste Disposal Accounting Subcommittee of the
Controller's Advisory Committee on Local Agency Reports. His willingness to
serve, technical advice and perseverance contributed greatly to the successful
completion of the project.
"Although the immediate goal has been reached, it is hoped that Mr.
McPhee can continue as a standing member of this Subcommittee. ,It has been
our experience that even the best accounting systems need to be occasionally
updated to cope with changing circumstances.
"Again, let me thank both the Board of Directors and Mr. McPhee for your
part in a job well done.
Cordially,
/s/ Houston I. Flournoy
Houston I. Flournoy
State Controller
cc:
Mr. Claude M. McPhee
Secretary"
It was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member Rustigian, that
Claude M. McPhee be authorized to continue as a member of the Waste Disposal
Accounting Subcommittee of the Controller's Advisory Committee on Local Agency
Reports. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
SERVICE AGREEMENT AND ANNEXATION TO THE CONTRA COSTA COUNTY WATER DISTRICT.
MALTBY PUMPING STATION
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, explained that the agreement
was to provide water service for one of the pump stations to be installed in
Local Improvement District No. 50, Martinez sewers.
It was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member Mitchell, that the
President and Secretary be authorized to execute the agreement with the Contra
Costa County Water District and execute the petition for annexation to pro-
vide water service for the Maltby pump station, Local Improvement District
No. 50, Martinez sewer. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
TRANSFER OF BALANCE IN ACCOUNT 2007. LID 30 REIMBURSEMENT FUND. TO ACCOUNT
2030. RESERVE FOR INSURANCE CLAIMS, $7.691.21
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Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that the $7,691.21
represents funds remaining unpaid and unclaimed from the Local Improvement
District No. 30 rebate fund. Original property owners were notified at their
last known addresses, and every effort has been made by the District to locate
people to whom funds are due. These funds have been held since 1961, unchanged.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Allan,
that the $7.691.21 remaining in the LID 30 Reimbursement Fund, Account 2007, be
transferred to the Reserve for Insurance Claims, Account 2030. Carried by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
INVOICE FROM BROAD. BUSTERUD & KHOURIE RE COSTS ON CHLOR-ALKALI CASES ($53.92)
Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, stated this was the District's share
of expenses by terms of the agreement entered into in the Chlor-Alkali price
fixing litigation.
It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Allan, that $53.92
be paid to Broad, Busterud & Khourie as the District's share in the costs for
the Chlor-Alkali price fixing litigation. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
GARBAGE CONTRACTORS' REQUEST FOR RATE INCREASES
Mr. George Gordon, Attorney for the Garbage Collections Association, along
with other members and representatives of the Association, discussed with Members
of the Board the need for a rate increase as a result of the recent wage increases.
The Board Members discussed wage cost analyses presented by Pleasant Hill
Bayshore Disposal Service and Lafayette Garbage Disposal Service.
Board Members reminded the garbage collectors that one of the important
instruments in determining rate increases is the uniform accounting system which
the District Board required all collectors develop and which has not been com-
plied with by all collectors to this date.
After discussion, it was determined that all information available be sent
each Board Member for review prior to the next Board Meeting, and Member
Boneysteele was requested to work with the District staff and make recommendations
at the next Board Meeting.
ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENTS
It was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member Rustigian, that easements
from East Bay Municipal Utility District, Arvid W. Erickson (2), Roger L.
Cooper, Firl R. Maurer, Guido P. Villata, Richard A. Malott, William R. Smith.
Joseph D. Gaeta, Richard A. Canright, Western Title and Guaranty Company,
Morada Builders, Inc., Philip M. Lehrman, and Winton Jones Development Co. be
accepted and their recording ordered. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
REQUEST FOR ADVANCE PAYMENT TO CITY OF MARTINEZ OF FUNDS COLLECTED FOR
WATERSHED 24 SOUTH. MARTINEZ
Letter from Mr. Dolgin, requesting funds accumulated to date be paid
to the City of Martinez for Virginia Hills Assessment District Bond Fund,
was presented.
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, stated that, in accordance
with the Virginia Hills Assessment District agreement, the District on May 15
and November 15 each year sends funds collected by the District to the City of
Martinez for the Virginia Hills Assessment District Bond Fund.
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After discussion, the letter of request to send funds accumulated since
the May 15, 1968, payment was referred to Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District.
MEMBERSHIP IN ASSOCIATION OF BAY AREA GOVERNMENTS (ABAG)
Upon the recommendation of Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer,
it was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that the
District continue its membership in the Association of Bay Area Governments,
and the payment of $100.00 dues be authorized. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
VIII.
REPORTS
COMMITTEES
PERSONNEL AND BUDGET
Member Allan stated that he and Member Boneysteele, the Budget Committee,
had reviewed the Budget and had sent to each Board Member an approved copy.
Member Allan stated that he and Member Rustigian, the Personnel Committee,
reviewed the staff recommendations and recommend a 5% general increase.
RESOLUTION NO. 1839. A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SALARIES EFFECTIVE JULY 1,
1968. GENERAL
After discussion, it was moved by Member Boneysteele, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that Resolution No. 1839 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
RESOLUTION NO. 1840, A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE DISTRICT'S 1968-69
RUNNING EXPENSE TAX RATE AT .30~ AND SETTING FORTH THE AMOUNTS FOR
PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST FOR THE BOND FUNDS
It was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Boneysteele, that
Resolution No. 1840 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
GENERAL MANAGER-CHIEF ENGINEER
NEW ENGINES
Mr. Horstkotte, General Manager-Chief Engineer, reported that the new
engines at the Treatment Plant were presently being æsted.
NO.3 WATER SYSTEM AT TREATMENT PLANT
Mr. Horstkotte reported the No.3 Water System was 60% complete.
RELOCATION OF ANHYDROUS AMMONIA CYLINDER
Mr. Horstkotte stated it was necessary to relocate the anhydrous ammonia
cylinder outside the office building for safety; estimated cost $300.00.
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that $300.00 be authorized from Sewer Construction funds to move
the anhydrous ammonia cylinder outside the District office building. Carried
by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
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USE OF NATURAL GAS AT TREATMENT PLANT
Mr. Horstkotte stated that the staff was considering the use of Pacific
Gas & Electric natural gas at the Treatment Plant as standby, rather than
propane, at about a 60% saving.
Estimated cost for Pacific Gas & Electric gas line and appurtenances
estimated to cost $7,500.00 to $8,000.00.
A recommendation will be presented to the Board at a later date.
AUTHORIZATION FOR DISTRICT SEWERING PROJECT 1652
Mr. Horstkotte requested an additional authorization of $3,500.00 for
engineering and inspection for District Sewering Project 1652.
It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Allan, that an
additional $3,500.00 be authorized from Sewer Construction funds for engineering
and inspection for District Sewering Project 1652. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
COMPLETION OF TREATMENT PLANT ENLARGEMENT - 1967 WORK
Mr. Horstkotte stated C. Norman Peterson Co. has requested an extension
of time to July 26,1968, for completion of Treatment Plant Enlargement - 1967
work due to delayed delivery problems. He stated it was the staff recommendation
to grant the extension.
It was moved by Member Rustigian, seconded by Member Mitchell, that C.
Norman Peterson Co. be granted an extension to July 26,1968, for completion
of Treatment Plant Enlargement - 1967 work. Carried by the following vote:
AYES: Members: Boneysteele.
NOES: Members: None
ABSENT: Members: None
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT None.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
11:20 o'clock P.M. The District Board adjourned to an Executive Session
to discuss administrative personnel salaries.
11:30 o'clock P.M.
The District Board reconvened.
RESOLUTION NO. 1841. A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SAL!RIES EFFECTIVE JULY 1.
1968. ADMINISTRATIVE
It was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member Mitchell, that Resolution
No. 1841 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Boneysteele, Rustigian, Mitchell, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
IX.
ADJOURNMENT
At 11:35 o'clock P.M., the meeting was adjourned by President Gibbs
to July 25,1968.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District of
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