HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 12-01-66
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
HELD DECEMBER 1,1966
The District Board of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened in
a Regular Session at its regular place of meeting located at 1250 Springbrook
Road, Walnut Creek, County of Contra Costa, State of California, on December 1,
1966, at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
The meeting was called to order by President Gibbs.
1.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Roemer, Allan and Gibbs
ABSENT:
Members:
None
II.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the meeting of November 22,1966, were approved as presented.
III.
APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES
It was moved by Member Roemer, seconded by Member Rustigian, that the
expenditures, as audited by the Auditing Committee and as submittted by the
District Manager-Engineer, be approved, reference being specifically made to
Sewer Construction Vouchers Numbers 96 to 108, inclusive, Running Expense
Vouchers Numbers 5682 to 5794, inclusive, and Payroll Vouchers Numbers 366 to
451, inclusive. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Roemer, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
IV.
HEARINGS
DISTRICT ANNEXATION 12, CONTINUED
Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, stated that the three protests
on District Annexation 12 had been reviewed, and it was his recommendation
that he be given authority to petition the Local Agency Formation Commission
to delete those properties which protested and proceed with the annexation as
modified.
RESOLUTION NO. 1632, A RESOLUTION TO MODIFY THE DISTRICT BOUNDARIES OF
DISTRICT ANNEXATION 12
After discussion, it was moved by Member Allan, seconded by Member Mitchell,
that Resolution No. 1632 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Roemer, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
President Gibbs stated that it has been District policy to leave out those
who protest annexation, when possible, and the proposed amendment will accom-
plish this.
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V.
BIDS
AIR COMPRESSOR
Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, presented bids, opened at
2:00 o'clock P.M. this day, which were as follows:
Trade - 85 LeRoi Compressor
1.
The Rix Company, Inc.
Less Trade
$2,687.86
2.
Coan Equipment Co.
Less Trade
$3,024.00
Upon the recommendation of Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer,
it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member Rustigian, that the
Rotary Portable 85 Air Compressor be purchased from the Rix Company, Inc.
on their low bid of $2,687.86 with trade of one 85 LeRoi Air Compressor.
Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Roemer, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
V1.
OLD BUSINESS
CONSIDER SALE OF LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS NOS. 44 AND 45 BONDS
Continued to December 15,1966.
CONSIDER SALE OF TREATMENT PLANT PROPERTY
Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, read a preliminary notice
of sale.
Continued to December 15, 1966.
ANNEXATION ELECTION, CITY OF MARTINEZ
. Mr. Carniato, representing Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, read
the Martinez annexation election Resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 1633, A RESOLUTION ORDERING ANNEXATION OF PORTIONS
OF THE CITY OF MARTINEZ TO THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY
DISTRICT SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION BY THE VOTERS
It was moved by Member Roemer, seconded by Member Mitchell, that
Resolution No. 1633 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Roemer, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
The District Board discussed the election procedure with Mr. DeLaFontaine
and Mr. Sedar.
Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, asked what relationship the
staff would have with the election program.
Members of the District Board stated that the staff should be prepared
to give factual information when requested and not participate in any
promotional activities. Requests for legal opinions from interested parties
are to be referred to their own attorneys.
Recommendation was made to the District Board to authorize the County
Election Department to conduct the Martinez election and follow closely the
procedure the City has followed in its elections. Estimated cost, $2,200.00.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1634, A RESOLUTION REQUESTING AND AUTHORIZING THE CONTRA
COSTA COUNTY ELECTION DEPARTMENT TO CONDUCT THE JANUARY 31, 1967, MARTINEZ
ANNEXATION ELECTION ALONG WITH DISTRICT STAFF AND COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
After discussion, it was moved by Member Mitchell, seconded by Member
Rustigian, that Resolution No. 1634 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Roemer, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
RESOLUTION NO. 1635, A RESOLUTION APPOINTING SARAH HICKMAN, PERMANENT INTERMITTENT
RECEPTIONIST-TYPIST
Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, stated this appointment was to
temporarily replace Karen Romeo who is on leave of absence.
It was moved by Member Roemer, seconded by Member Allan, that Resolution
No. 1635 be adopted. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Roemer, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENT FROM ALFRED E. WOOD
It was moved by Member Roemer, seconded by Member Rustigian, that the
easement from Alfred E. Wood be accepted and its recording ordered. Carried
by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Roemer, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
INVESTED FUNDS
President Gibbs and Member Mitchell questioned the staff about invested
funds shown on the latest financial report.
SEWAGE DISPOSAL CONSULTATION
President Gibbs stated a group in Marin County had contacted him, looking
for sewage disposal consultation.
Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, suggested that President Gibbs
have them contact him.
CHRISTMAS PARTY
President Gibbs asked about the District Christmas party.
Mr. Horstkotte stated it was to be held on Friday night, December 16.
Four Members indicated they would attend. Mr. Mitchell indicated his
attendance would be determined by business commitments.
VIII.
REPORTS
DISTRICT MANAGER-ENGINEER
CLAIM FOR DAMAGES, LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 44-5, THOMAS A. CHATTOCK
Mr. Horstkotte, District Manager-Engineer, stated that a claim for damages
in Local Improvement District No. 44-5 from Mr. Thomas A. Chattock had been
before the Board on November 3,1966, and was approved as a valid claim against
the contractor, H. E. Johnson Construction Co.
Mr. Horstkotte stated it was the recommendation of the staff and District
Counsel to pay the claim and charge Local Improvement District No. 44-5 the $95.00.
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It was moved by Member Roemer, seconded by Member Allan, that $95.00 be
paid to Mr. Thomas A. Chattock for damage as the result of work by H. E.
Johnson Construction Co., contractor for Local Improvement District No. 44-5,
and charged to Local Improvement District No. 44-5, after receipt of a signed
Release in Full Settlement and Compromise. Carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Roemer, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
CLAIM FOR DAMAGES, R. V. WING
Mr. Horstkotte presented a claim for $116.85 damages as a result of sewer
overflowing at the R. V. Wing residence at 2010 San Luis Road, Walnut Creek,
and recommended payment.
It was moved by Member Roemer, seconded by Member Rustigian, that $116.85
be paid to R. V. Wing for damages as a result of sewer overflowing after
receipt of a signed Release in Full Settlement and Compromise. Carried by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Members:
Members:
Members:
Mitchell, Rustigian, Roemer, Allan and Gibbs
None
None
SALARY STUDY
Mr. Horstkotte stated that the District Board at Budget time in July had
requested a salary study to be presented before the end of the year.
Mr. Horstkotte presented the report of study along with recommendations
to the special Slaary Committee Members Allan and Rustigian and also to each
Board Member.
BAY AREA RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT TUNNEL
Mr. Horstkotte stated the Bay Area Rapid Transit District tunnel work was
now one-third completed.
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
CURRENT LITIGATION
Mr. Bohn, Counsel for the District, reported on all current litigation.
IX.
ADJOURNMENT
At 9:35 o'clock P.M., the meeting was adjourned by President Gibbs to
December 15,1966.
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President of the District Board of the
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
of Contra Costa County, State of California
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