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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
HELD ON JUNE 2, 2005
The District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened in a regular
session at its regular place of meeting, 5019 Imhoff Place, Martinez, County of Contra
Costa, State of California, at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 2, 2005.
President Hockett called the meeting to order and requested that the Secretary call roll.
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1. ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Members:
Boneysteele, Lucey, Menesini, Nejedly, Hockett
ABSENT:
Members:
None
a.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Board and staff joined in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
b.
INTRODUCTIONS
Following an introduction from the supervisor, Board Members welcomed Dolores
Flanders, newly hired Maintenance Coordinator I, and commended Jennifer Muir on her
promotion to Plant Operator I and David Clayton on his promotion to Plant Operator II.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Lucey that the Consent
Calendar, consisting of Items a. through e., be approved as recommended, resolutions
adopted as appropriate, and recordings duly authorized. Motion passed by unanimous
vote of the Board.
a.
Adopted Resolutions 2005-040.2005-041.2005-042.2005-043.2005-044.2005-
045.2005-046. and 2005-047 accepting public sewer improvements and offers of
dedication in the City of Lafayette, Job 5601 - Parcels 2, 3,4, 5,6, 7, 9; and
accepting a grant of easement, Job 5601 - Parcel 8, in the City of Lafayette and
authorized staff to record the easements with the Contra Costa County Recorder.
b.
Adopted Resolution 2005-048, accepting public sewer improvements and an
offer of dedication from Melody Lane, LLC for an easement shown on the
recorded final map of Subdivision MS 954-02 in the City of Orinda (Job 5696)
and authorized staff to record the easement with the Contra Costa County
Recorder.
c.
Adopted Resolution 2005-049. approving real property agreement with Jack and
Santina Handling, Job 731, Alamo and authorizing execution and recording of the
agreement and authorized staff to record the easement with the Contra Costa
County Recorder.
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Adopted Resolution 2005-050, approving the granting of an electrical service
easement to Santa Fe Pacific Partners (SFPP), loP., in connection with an
existing pipeline through the plant basins and the Lagiss property and authorized
staff to record the easement with the Contra Costa County Recorder.
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Advised the Board of the closeout of the San Ramon Pumping Station
Renovations Project, District Project 5460.
4. HEARINGS
CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING TO RECEIVE PUBLIC COMMENT ON FY 2005-
2006 OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE BUDGET. DEBT SERVICE FUND
BUDGET. AND THE SELF-INSURANCE FUND BUDGET
1)
Controller Debbie Ratcliff provided a brief overview of each budget, showing
current budgets vs. 2005-06 figures. She began with the Operations and
Maintenance (O&M) Budget. She stated that O&M revenues are projected to
increase by 13.5% primarily due to a shift in Sewer Service Charge revenue from
Capital to O&M, while O&M expenses will increase by 7.5%. She described key
labor cost increases, including increases in retirement, medical insurance, and
salaries and wages. Other key increases to the O&M Budget include a 21.8
percent increase in utilities and a 29.4 percent increase in legal fees. Debt
service interest expense will be approximately $1.7 million, with principal
payments of $2.1 million.
She described the self-insurance fund, stating that revenues are expected to
decline by $33,000, with expenses increasing by about $65,000 due to increases
in loss payments and technical services. This year, reserves will be reduced by
$479,000, and next year by $578,000, putting the reserve balance at $2.9 million.
2005-06 Debt Service interest and principal expense of $3,888,334 will be
matched by revenues of $3,888,334.
The public hearing was opened and closed without comments.
It was moved by Member Boneysteele and seconded by Member Nejedly to
approve the FY 2005-2006 Operations and Maintenance Budget, Debt Service
Fund Budget, and Self-Insurance Fund Budget approved for inclusion in the
District budget as recommended. Motion passed by unanimous vote of the
Board. .
2)
CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING AUTHORIZING COLLECTION OF THE FY 2005-
2006 SEWER SERVICE CHARGES ON THE COUNTY TAX ROLL
Controller Debbie Ratcliff stated that each year the Board is requested to adopt a
resolution authorizing staff to place the collection of the sewer charges on the
County tax roll.
The public hearing was opened and closed without comments.
It was moved by Member Boneysteele and seconded by Member Lucey to adopt
Resolution 2005-051, authorizing collection of the FY 2005-2006 Sewer Service
Charges on the County tax roll as recommended. Motion passed by unanimous
vote of the Board.
3)
CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING DELINQUENT SEWER SERVICE
CHARGES
As recommended by staff, the public hearing was continued to July 21,2005 at 2
p.m. to allow the property owners to bring the delinquent sewer service charges
current by June 28, 2005.
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CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO DECLARE THE FOLLOWING DISTRICT
LAND CURRENTLY SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO EXECUTE
LEASE AGREEMENTS: 1 4737 IMHOFF PLACE 2 ANIMAL SERVICES
SHELTER 3 LAGISS PROPERTY 4 KIEWIT PROPERTY 5 WILLOWS
CENTER CONCORD. LLC
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General Manager Charles Batts stated that the hearing is to receive public comment on
several properties that the District may wish to lease. The hearing fulfills a statutory
requirement and will allow staff to proceed with future lease negations.
Director of Administration Randy Musgraves presented a report, describing the five
locations under consideration: 4737 Imhoff Place (warehouse bays); the former County
Animal Services Shelter site at 4849 Imhoff Place; the Lagiss Property, approximately
48 acres located northeast of Blum Road, at the end of the road; the Kiewit Property,
approximately 33 acres located northeast of the Treatment Plant at 5019 Imhoff Place;
and a strip of land at the Willows Shopping Center. He stated that the properties are
not currently needed for District use, although that may change at some point in the
future.
He stated that 4737 Imhoff Place is a large warehouse comprised of 11 bays, which are
leased out for approximately $140,000 annual income. Staff is requesting that the
Board authorize staff to execute and administer the leases, which will not exceed ten
years in length.
The County is preparing to demolish unwanted structures at the former Animal Shelter
at 4849 Imhoff Place. He stated that the District's property manager will market the
lease of the property and any proposed lease will be brought to the Board for approval
through the Real Estate Committee.
The Lagiss property is currently leased out for livestock grazing, and staff is requesting
authorization to continue short-term leases of the property for livestock or agrarian uses.
The District receives $600 per year in rental income.
With regard to the Kiewit property, staff is pursing proposals to raise and grade the
property with clean soil. Two requests have been received to graze livestock and
temporarily store gravel, the latter of which has been held up at the County level by the
requirement for a Use Permit. He requested authorization for staff to execute the lease
for livestock grazing.
Environmental Services Division Manager Curt Swanson addressed the Board
regarding the 20-feet by 1464-feet strip of land at The Willows Shopping Center. He
stated that the land serves as a right-of-way corridor for the existing 72-inch diameter A-
line interceptor, and is located between the Willows Shopping Center in Concord and
Interstate 680. The District has been leasing the surface of the right-of-way to the
Willows Center for parking since 1983. He stated that staff is requesting that the Board
declare the surface of the property currently surplus and authorize staff to execute a
ten-year lease at $11,900 per year, with an annual increase of 4% per year.
District Counsel Kent Aim stated that a public hearing is necessary for the leasing of
District property. He stated that this has been done in the past but may not have been
consistently applied. He stated that resolutions have been prepared for each of the five
properties under discussion, setting forth specific delegations to staff. The resolutions
have been revised to clarify that the properties are only declared unnecessary for
District use at the present time; a determination which may change at a future date.
Member Boneysteele recalled that the acquisition of the Kiewit and Lagiss properties
was deemed to be of critical necessity at the time and questioned the appropriateness
of declaring them surplus.
District Counsel Aim stated that the revisions to the resolution make the clarification that
the property is not needed at the present time, rather than permanently surplus.
Member Boneysteele inquired about the future plans for leasing out the former Animal
Shelter property. He expressed concern regarding the District's retaining control of the
site if leased, and stated that any decisions on its future use should be brought to the
entire Board for consideration.
The public hearing was opened and closed without comments.
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Member Menesini stated that he is comfortable with the role and function of the Real
Estate Committee. He stressed the importance of good communication. He suggested
that the former Animal Shelter might be used for storage of materials from CSO.
It was moved by Member Lucey and seconded by Member Menesini to adopt
Resolutions 2005-052. 2005-053. 2005-054. 2005-055 and 2005-056, to be reviewed in
five years, declaring certain District land currently unnecessary for District business and
authorizing staff to execute certain lease agreements.
Member Boneysteele stated that he would abstain on the motion as he felt inadequately
connected with the matter to vote in favor. He expressed concern that, in his opinion,
the Board Committees have too much autonomy and all matters should be brought
before the entire Board.
Member Lucey offered to give up his seat on any Committee on which he sits and which
may be of interest to Member Boneysteele, if Member Boneysteele so desired.
Motion passed by the following vote of the Board:
AYES:
NOES:
MEMBERS: Lucey, Menesini, Nejedly, Hockett
MEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN:
MEMBERS: Boneysteele
5. CALL FOR REQUESTS TO CONSIDER ITEMS OUT OF ORDER
None.
6. BIDS AND AWARDS
a.
AUTHORIZE AWARD OF A CONTRACT FOR TELEVISION INSPECTION OF
SANITARY SEWERS TO ROTO-ROOTER FOR THE TV INSPECTION
PROGRAM PROJECT. DISTRICT PROJECT NO. 5547. PHASE 4
General Manager Charles Batts stated that the Television Inspection of Sanitary Sewers
- Phase 4 Project will be the next phase of the closed-circuit television inspection of the
entire collection system. Phases 1 and 2 have completed all of the inspection of the
Orinda sewers. Phase 3 completed most of the Walnut Creek sewers, and Phase 4
Will TV inspect the sewers in Lafayette. The work is included in the 2005/2006 CIB.
Member Nejedly commended Roto-Rooter on their exemplary work.
It was moved by Member Nejedly and seconded by Member Menesini to authorize
award of contract as recommended in the amount of $796,454, with an optional one-
year extension. Motion passed by unanimous vote of the Board.
b.
AUTHORIZE AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO DARCY & HARTY
CONSTRUCTION. INC. FOR THE VESSING SEWER RENOVATION
PROJECT. DISTRICT PROJECT NO. 5646. AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO
NEGOTIATE A JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF
PLEASANT HILL FOR THE VESSING SEWER RENOVATION PROJECT
General Manager Charles Batts stated that, on May 24, 2005 the District opened bids
for the Vessing Renovation Project. Two sealed bids, ranging from $3.4 million to $4.1
million, were received. Darcy and Harty Construction Inc is the apparent low bidder.
The project consists of reconstruction of approximately 14,000 feet of sewer pipe,
ranging in size from 8 to 15 inches in diameter.
Associate Engineer Sasha Mestetsky provided an overview of the Vessing Renovation
Project. He stated that the project is needed to renovate deteriorated pipe and increase
hydraulic capacity. He stated that 14,000 feet of pipe will be replaced, 6,000 of which is
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in private easements. He described public outreach efforts, stating that there were 33
individual meetings with homeowners, homeowner association meetings, public
workshops and a City Council presentation. He described the challenges of the project,
which include wet weather constraints, obtaining necessary permits, and public
concerns regarding noise, dust and construction impacts. He gave an outline of the
proposed construction schedule.
In response to a question from Member Lucey, Mr. Mestetsky stated that, in his opinion,
only two bids were received because of the number of public agency projects currently
being bid and the fact that the project is rather complex.
Member Boneysteele inquired about the Hoover Court slide and its specific location.
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It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Nejedly to authorize the
award of contract in the amount of $3,398,225, and to authorize staff to negotiate the
JPA with the City of Pleasant Hill as recommended. Motion passed by unanimous vote
of the Board.
c.
AUTHORIZE AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO CALIFORNIA
TRENCH LESS. INC. FOR THE WALNUT CREEK SEWER RENOVATION
PROJECT. PHASE 3. DISTRICT PROJECT NO. 5929
General Manager Charles Batts stated that two bids were received for the Walnut Creek
Sewer Renovation Phase 3 Project. The Engineer's estimate was $1.4 million. Bids
ranged from just under $1.4 million to just over $1.5 million. The lowest responsive and
responsible bidder was California Trenchless Inc. of Castro Valley.
He stated that the project is part of an ongoing program to replace or renovate
deteriorated sections of the collection system. This is a third phase of the sewer
renovation program within the City of Walnut Creek, and consists of renovation and
replacement of approximately 7,000 feet of 6- and 9- inch diameter sewers at thirteen
locations throughout the City of Walnut Creek and the unincorporated county area.
Construction work is estimated to be complete by the end of December 2005.
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It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Nejedly to authorize the
award of contract as recommended in the amount of $1,387,055. Motion passed by
unanimous vote of the Board.
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AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO ALLOCATE 15000 FROM THE
COLLECTION SYSTEM PROGRAM CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT. AND AWARD
A CONTRACT TO DUNN LANDSCAPE COMPANY FOR DEMOLITION OF
LAWRENCE ROAD PUMPING STATIONS. DISTRICT PROJECT NO. 5824
General Manager Charles Batts stated that, for about the last ten years, properties
along Lawrence Road in Danville have been served by two temporary pumping stations.
These stations were built by a developer as a condition for Central San service and in
cooperation with the Town of Danville's Lawrence/Leema Road Benefit District. O&M
costs and a fund for eventual disassembly and removal of the pumping stations were
paid for through a special annual Sewer Service Charge; the most recent charge was
$121 per unit (320 units) per year for 2004-05.
In February 2005, completion of a trunk sewer extension from the Dougherty Valley
allowed decommissioning of the pumping stations. The District solicited bids for the
disassembly, demolition and removal of the stations. The District will salvage equipment
for future use. In particular, the two low-emission diesel engine-driven generators
will replace older higher emission equipment at other District pumping stations.
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He stated that staff recommends that the Board authorize an additional allocation of
$15,000 from the Collection System Program Contingenéy Account and award the
demolition contract for $31 ,765 to Dunn Landscape Company, the lowest responsible
bidder, for completion of the project.
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It was moved by Member Nejedly and seconded by Member Menesini to authorize
allocation of funds and approve the award of contract approved as recommended in the
amount of $31 ,765. Motion passed by unahimous vote of the Board.
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AUTHORIZE REQUEST OF BID RELIEF TO BLOCKA CONSTRUCTION. INC..
AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO MONTEREY MECHANICAL
COMPANY. AND AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH ENGINEERING SERVICES. INC. FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SCB VENTILATION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
PHASE 2. DISTRICT PROJECT 7227
General Manager Charles Batts stated that the District has received a request from
Blocka Construction, the low bidder on Construction of the SCB Ventilation
Improvements Project, Phase 2, District Project 7227, requesting bid relief due to a
clerical error.
Mr. Causey, Project Coordinator for Blocka Construction, explained that his company's
bid included a clerical error in the addition on the recap sheet. The formula did not
correctly add in all the figures. He requested that the Board grant his request for bid
relief due to clerical error.
Member Nejedly expressed concern about the apparent inability of bidders to correctly
calculate their bids, citing other recent requests for bid relief due to clerical errors.
District Counsel Kent Aim responded to questions from Member Lucey regarding the
District's ability to reject all the bids and rebid the project. Member Lucey asked that
District Counsel prepare a report regarding the matter.
Capital Projects Division Manager Bill Brennan presented a summary of the request for
bid relief, stating that a computational error occurred in the bid calculation which
resulted in the exclusion of $109,356 for mechanical piping work. This error, plus the
contractor's markup of 10 percent, resulted in a total error of $120,300, or 13 percent of
the project cost. He stated that staff recommends granting the request for bid relief and
authorizing the award of contract to Monterey Mechanical as the lowest responsive
bidder.
He stated that staff recommends retaining ESI to provide support services during
construction of the project, and recommends that the Board authorize staff to execute
an amendment to the existing agreement in the amount of $35,000 to review shop
drawings and submittals, respond to design questions, evaluate change order requests,
and perform site visits to verify compliance with the design intent.
It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Boneysteele to grant the
request for bid relief and to direct staff to return the bid bond; to award the construction
contract to Monterey Mechanical Company as recommended in the amount of
$1,044,000; and to authorize the General Manager to execute an amendment to the
professional services agreement with Engineering Services, Inc. as recommended.
Member Nejedly stated that he would not support the motion, expressing frustration with
repeated requests for bid relief due to bidding errors and lack of accountability of the
bidders.
Motion passed by the following vote of the Board:
AYES: MEMBERS: Boneysteele, Lucey, Menesini, Hockett
NOES: MEMBERS: Nejedly
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7. ITEMS HELD OVER FROM PREVIOUS BOARD MEETINGS:
a.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE GENERAL MANAGER TO
EXECUTE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENTS WITH CITIES. COUNTIES.
SPECIAL DISTRICTS. AND OTHER GOVERNING ENTITIES NOT TO EXCEED
$50.000
General Manager Charles Batts stated that, during the course of constructing District
projects, it is often desirable to enter into partnerships with other public agencies, such
as cities or the county. Such agreements can increase the cost-effectiveness of the
construction project and can reduce overall construction impacts. Currently, all such
agreements, known as Joint Powers Agreements (JPAs), must come to the Board for
approval. Often these agreements must be developed in the field, when time is of the
essence. In an effort to streamline the design and construction of District projects, staff
is recommending that authority to approve such JPA's when they are $50,000 or less,
be delegated to the General Manager.
Director of Engineering Ann Farrell described the purpose of JPA's and when they are
used. Most of the JPA's are used for restoration in cities and counties following
construction projects. She stated that the current requirement is that all such JPA's go
to the Board for approval. However, staff can authorize private property restorations of
less than $25,000. She stated that staff recommends granting staff the authority of
approving JPA's with public agencies of up to $50,000, consistent with other staff
authority, such as construction change orders, encroachment permit fees and
consultant contracts for capital projects.
It was moved by Member Nejedly and seconded by Member Menesini to adopt
Resolution 2005-057, authorizing the General Manager to execute joint powers
agreements (JPAs) with cities, counties, special districts, and other government entities
not to exceed $50,000 as recommended. Motion passed by unanimous vote of the
Board.
8. REPORTS
a.
GENERAL MANAGER
1)
General Manager Charles Batts stated that the District's Internal Auditor,
Rosemary Belland, completed her audits for fiscal year 2004-05. The
audit results were reviewed with the Finance Committee. Three areas
were looked at: procurement cards, sewer service charge direct bills, and
recycled water billings.
Controller Debbie Ratcliff presented a report on the internal audit results.
With regard to the Procurement Cards, she stated that the auditor updated
the flowcharts where needed, and found that all transactions were in
compliance. No recommendations were made.
The auditor focused on Sewer Service Charge direct bills and multi-users
and on recycled water billings. She updated flowcharts where necessary.
Her recommendations were to include the updated flowcharts in written
documentation, which has been done; to obtain flowcharts from HTE;
and to ensure that the new HTE software includes an audit trail feature,
which has been done.
Additional recommendations included that Accounting should send
confirmations to the Sewer Service Charge area when adjustments are
received; a recommendation to ensure that due dates on direct bills
reflect the same due dates as property tax bills; and a recommendation
that the Accounting Department should process recycled water bills.
Ms. Ratcliff stated that the Budget and Finance Committee reviewed the
auditor's recommendations. The Committee recommended routine visits
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to multi-use shopping centers; recommended obtaining the flowcharts
from HTE; recommended actively involving Accounting in developing the
new Sewer Service Charge system; and recommended using the new
Sewer Service Charge billing system for recycled water if possible.
She stated that recommended areas to be audited next year include the
Warehouse Process at CSO, and Service Contracts and Consultant
Agreements.
President Hockett stated that she visited the Permit Counter inquiring
about an Alamo restaurant owner who recently remodeled and expanded
his restaurant. She indicated that it appears the Permit Counter records
were not up to date as there was no record of the expansion. She
stressed that additional public education is necessary at the Permit
Center, which may take the form of a handout with a description of the
plant, history, fees, what customers are paying for, and how annual fees
are based on water use.
2)
General Manager Charles Batts announced that Maintenance Planner
Mark Cavallero will attend a seminar entitled "Electrical Power Training -
Protective Device Coordination" in Dallas, Texas, on June 21-24,2005
The training was included in the FY 2004-05 budget.
3)
General Manager Charles Batts announced that, on May 11 th, Central
San staff hosted a meeting for the owners of property along Camino del
Diablo and Chaparral Place in Orinda to discuss a proposed sewering
project. This is an area where conventional gravity service is not feasible
due to topographical constraints. The owners of the home at 58 Camino
del Diablo, Bill and Patricia Jahnke, have committed to extend a public
multi-user, low-pressure main sewer from the intersection of EI Toyonal,
Vista del Orinda and Chaparral Place to their home. The Jahnke's need
public sewer service due to failure of their septic tank system and
imminent plans for extensive remodel. Twelve existing homes currently
served by septic tank systems could eventually connect to the low-
pressure main. One ofthese properties is the home of Orinda City Council
Member Victoria Smith.
Representatives of five of the twelve property owners and three District
staff (Ann Farrell, Jarred Miyamoto-Mills and Russell Leavitt) attended the
meeting. Discussion of the technical aspects of the low-pressure sewer
system, details for service to individual lots and costs, the meeting was
generally positive. After the meeting three property owners, other than the
Jahnkes, expressed an interest in obtaining sewer service in the near-term
via the project. In addition, one property owner who was unable to attend
the meeting called to receive more information and indicated that they
would likely connect within one year.
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
1)
District Counsel Kent Aim announced the near-completion of the escrow
for the sale of District property to the Town of Danville.
2)
District Counsel announced he will be on vacation the week of June 13,
2005.
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d.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
1)
Member Lucey, Chair of the Budget and Finance Committee, reported that
the Committee reviewed the expenditures and took no exception.
It was moved by Member Lucey and seconded by President Hockett to
approve the Expenditure List dated June 2, 2005, including Self Insurance
Check Nos. 102226 to 102232, Running Expense Check Nos. 155650 to
155845, Sewer Construction Fund Check Nos. 27657 to 27702. Motion
passed by unanimous vote of the Board.
2)
Member Menesini, Chair of the Outreach Committee, reported on the May
26, 2005 Outreach Committee Meeting.
President Hockett presented a report on May 26, 2005 Sanitation and
Water Agencies of Contra Costa County Meeting. She stated that
Supervisor Piepho spoke about her role on the Board, the need for levee
repair, the urban limit line, land use, and the formation of MACs (Municipal
Advisory Committees) in unincorporated areas.
3)
4)
Member Menesini announced the upcoming Environmental Alliance
meeting to be held on June 20, 2005 regarding global climate change.
9. ENGINEERING
a.
AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT
WITH VALLEY ENGINEERING GROUP TO PROVIDE RELIEF INSPECTORS
FOR THE 2005 SUMMER CONSTRUCTION OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROJECTS
General Manager Charles Batts stated that, for the last five years, District practice has
been to have the Engineering Department design staff follow a project into the
construction phase and act as the inspector and/or resident engineer in the field. The
construction duties limit the following year's design schedule and make it difficult to bid
projects early in the construction season. The use of contract inspectors to cover some
of the fieldwork would allow the District's engineers to continue with design of next
year's projects. A Request for Proposal was sent to 12 professional engineering firms.
Only one firm, Valley Engineering Group, submitted a timely proposal. VEG has
successfully provided construction inspection and drafting services for the District in the
past. Staff has negotiated an hourly rate of $63 to $70 for the relief inspectors based on
qualifications. Relief inspection services will be paid from the capital projects accounts.
Staff has estimated that we will need up to 3,000 hours of time. The total cost of the
contract with VEG is not to exceed $210,000.
He stated that staff recommends the Board authorize the General Manager to execute a
professional services agreement with VEG in the amount of $210,000, to provide relief
construction inspection services for the District's summer 2005 capital projects.
It was moved by President Hockett and seconded by Member Nejedly to authorize the
General Manager to execute a professional engineering services agreement with Valley
Engineering Group as recommended. Motion passed by unanimous vote of the Board.
10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
It was moved by President Hockett and seconded by Member Menesini to approve the
minutes of May 5, 2005. Motion passed by unanimous vote of the Board.
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11. BUDGET AND FINANCE:
a.
RECEIVE APRIL 2005 FINANCIAL STATEMENT
Controller Debbie Ratcliff presented a report on the Running Expense Fund, the Sewer
Construction Fund and Temporary Investments.
12. EMERGENCY SITUATIONS REQUIRING BOARD ACTION:
None.
13. ANNOUNCEMENTS/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
None.
14. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President Hockett adjourned
the meeting at 3:43 p.m.
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President of the Board of Directors,
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District,
County of Contra Costa, State of California
COUNTERSIGNED:
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Secretary of the Central Contra Costa
Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa,
State of California
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