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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
No.: 4.a. CONSENT CALENDAR
TyPB of Action: SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE
Subject: ESTABLISH MAY 20, 1999 AS THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO
CONSIDER ADOPTING A REVISED SCHEDULE OF RATES AND CHARGES FOR
VARIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL AND DEVELOPMENT-RELATED SERVICES
Submitted By:
Lesley Klein, Engineering Assistant
Initiating Dept./DIv.:
Engineering Department/Environmental
Services
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REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
ISSUE: A public hearing is required prior to adoption of a revised schedule of rates and
charges for various environmental and development-related services.
BACKGROUND: Chapter 6.30 of the District Code describes fees and charges for services
provided to contractors, developers, and other users of the District's wastewater
collection and treatment system. These fees and charges are intended to reimburse the
District for labor and operating expenses incurred in providing each service. The fees and
charges are reviewed annually and revisions recommended for fiscal year 1999-2000
reflect: 1) District annual wage adjustments; and 2) an adjustment to compensate the
District for increased overhead costs, applied to the rates and charges established herein
over a two-year period beginning with the 1999-2000 fiscal year. In the opinion of
District Counsel, these fees and charges are not property-related, therefore, the procedural
requirements of Proposition 218 do not apply.
The proposed schedule of rates and charges will be distributed to the Board and,
subsequently, to representatives of the Home Builders Association of Northern California,
the Engineering and Utilities Contractors' Association, and the Associated Buildings and
Contractors Golden Gate Chapter, and others who have requested to receive the proposed
schedule. This distribution provides an opportunity for comments and questions to be
directed to District staff prior to the public hearing.
RECOMMENDATION: Establish May 20,1999 as the date for a public hearing to consider
a proposed revised schedule of rates and charges for environmental and development-
related services.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
No.: 4.b. CONSENT CALENDAR
Type of Action: SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE
Subject: SET THE BOARD MEETING ON JUNE 3, 1999 AS THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC
HEARING TO CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE COLLECTION OF 1999-2000 SEWER
SERVICE CHARGES ON THE COUNTY TAX ROLL.
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
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D. Ratcliff P. Morsen
Submitted By:
Debbie Ratcliff, Controller
ISSUE: The District Code and State of California law require holding a public h aring to
authorize the collection of the 1999-2000 sewer service charges on the County tax roll.
BACKGROUND: The majority of the District's Operations and Maintenance (0 & M)
expenses are funded through the collection of sewer service charges. Preparation of the
1999-2000 budget is in progress. During the six-month review of the 1998-99 0 & M
Budget, staff recommended that reserves be used to fund increases in 0 & M expenses
for 1999-2000 so that no increase in the sewer service charge would be needed. On
February 18, 1999, the District's Board of Directors unanimously approved continuing the
sewer charge rate at $188.
However, it is required by law to hold a public hearing to receive public comment regarding
electing to have such charges for the forthcoming year collected on the County tax roll.
The hearing is normally held during the Board Meeting at which the 0 & M Budget is
presented for approval.
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize a public notice to set a public hearing for the Board
Meeting on June 3, 1999 to receive public comment on the collection of 1999-2000
sewer service charge charges on the County tax roll.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
No.: 4.c. CONSENT CALENDAR
Type of Action: INITIATE ANNEXATION D.A. 146
Subject: INITIATE PROCEEDINGS TO FORMALLY ANNEX TEN SEPARATE AREAS UNDER
THE TITLE OF DISTRICT ANNEXATION 146
Submitted By:
Dennis Hall, Associate Engineer
Initiating Dept./Div. :
Engineering/Environmental Services Division
REVIEWED AND RECDMMENDEorr; BOARD ACTlQN,
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ISSUE: The District has received petitions for annexation for the parcels as shown on the
attached tabulation and maps. It is appropriate to initiate formal annexation proceedings
with the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO).
BACKGROUND: LAFCO has requested that the District submit no more than ten separate
areas under anyone proceeding to avoid overloading LAFCO's schedule. The subject
areas are generally located in Alamo, Lafayette, Danville, Martinez and Walnut Creek.
LAFCO has indicated that it may add adjoining unannexed parcels to the separate areas
we submit to eliminate islands or straighten boundary lines. The District will have to hold
a public hearing to consider annexation of any parcel added by LAFCO.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a Resolution of Application for the annexation of properties
to Central Contra Costa Sanitary District under District Annexation 146.
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DISTRICT ANNEXATION NO. 146
TABULATION OF PARCELS
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Martinez
(10A7)
William G. Ainsworth, Jr. etux July 16, 1998 - Septic System
4555 Alhambra Way Conversion
Martinez, CA 94553
162-202-004 (0.564 Ac.)
William R. Sharkey III, etux
4551 Alhambra Way
Martinez, CA 94553
162-202-005 (0.653 Ac.)
Ruth Jamison
4531 Alhambra Way
Martinez, CA 94553
162-202-006 (0.37 Ac.)
Brian C. Francios, etux
4561 Alhambra Way
Martinez, CA 94553
162-230-001 (0.24 Ac.)
Brent A. Alexander, etux
4571 Alhambra Way
Martinez, CA 94553
162-230-002 (0.24 Ac.)
Roy L. Gage, etux
4581 Alhambra Way
Martinez, CA 94553
162-230-003 (0.25 Ac.)
Mark A. Pendleton, etux
4510 Alhambra Way
Martinez, CA 94553
162-242-014 (0.516 Ac.)
Blair C. Gast
4530 Alhambra Way
Martinez, CA 94553
162-242-015 (0.302 Ac.)
Ellis Branchomb, etux
4540 Alhambra Way
Martinez, CA 94553
162-242-016 (0.508 Ac.)
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Alamo
(77E4)
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Alamo
(77E4)
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97-11
Alamo
(78A7)
Wayne Ruga
4550 Alhambra Way
Martinez, CA 94553
162-242-017 (0.23 Ac.)
Rozella M. Zeppa
4570 Alhambra Way
Martinez, CA 94553
162-242-031 (0.446 Ac.)
Pamela J Heaton
3450 Mt. Spring Road
Lafayette, CA 94549
167-370-001 (13.35 Ac.)
Raymond & Joan Dutton
25 Northgate Road
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
138-080-055 (0.49 Ac.)
Arthur Anderson, et al
111 Jennifer Lane
Alamo, CA 94507
192-082-005 (0.80 Ac.)
Kurt Herzog
134 Gaywood Road
Alamo, CA 94507
198-020-003 (0.98 Ac.)
Stephen V. Buschmeyer
133 Gaywood Road
Alamo, CA 94507
198-020-009 (0.26 Ac.)
Michael and Phyllis Park
148 Leona Court
Alamo, CA 94506
201-010-017 (0.53 Ac.)
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October 3, 1999 - Septic System
Conversion
December 7, 1 995 - Septic System
Conversion
October 19, 1995 - Negative
Declaration by Contra Costa County
April 6, 1995 - Septic System
Conversion
December 18, 1997 - Septic System
Conversion
May 1, 1 997 - Septic System
Conversion
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Alamo
(78A7)
Cont'd.
Hillary A. Swiggett
156 Leona Court
Alamo, CA 94507
Mailing Address: PO Box 574
Danville, CA
94526
201-010-018 (0.83 Ac.)
November 6, 1997 - Septic System
Conversion
Neil and Alexandra Deeman
1 01 Leona Court
Alamo, CA 94507
201-010-011 (0.59 Ac.)
7 98-8 Lucille Weber July 16, 1998 - Septic System
Danville 333 Hill Road Conversion
(78A7) Danville, CA 94526
196-310-001 (15.0Ac.)
8 95-11 John R. France, et ux July 6, 1995 - Septic System
Danville 182 Sonora Avenue Conversion
(98C3) Danville, CA 94526
208-033-017 (0.344 Ac.)
9 98-1 6 Charles & Erin Towns December 1 7, 1998 - Septic System
Danville 21 6 Estates Drive Conversion
(98C3) Danville, CA 94526
208-034-017 (0.34 Ac.)
10 98-3 Braddock & Logan Group, L.P. March 5, 1998 - Negative Declaration
Danville 4155 Blackhawk Plaza Cir. by the Town of Danville
(100C5) #201
Danville, CA 94506
217-010-006,-007,-027
(5.68 Ac.)
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
No.: 4.d. CONSENT CALENDAR
Type of Action: AUTHORIZE SEMINAR ATTENDANCE
Subject: AUTHORIZE THE ATTENDANCE OF RICARDO HERNANDEZ, ENGINEERING
ASSISTANT, AT THE INTERNATIONAL RIGHT OF WAY ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL
EDUCATION SEMINAR IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO, ON JUNE 21 THROUGH
JUNE 24, AT A COST OF $1,250
Submitted By:
Henry Thom, Senior Engineer
Initiating Dept./Div. :
Engineering/Capital Projects
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
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ISSUE: Approval by the Board of Directors is required for travel outside of alifornia or
if the expense will exceed $500 if the activity was not included in the current year
Operations and Maintenance Budget.
BACKGROUND: The International Right of Way Association's Annual Education Seminar
is being held in Albuquerque, New Mexico on June 21 through June 24, 1999. This
year's agenda contains courses that address property rights issues that are being
experienced by Central Contra Costa Sanitary District. Among these topics are "Right of
Way Corridor Valuation", "Title to Easements and Condemnation", "New Pipelines in
Congested Areas" , "Managing Right of Way Consultants" , "Alternative Dispute
Resolution", "Eminent Domain Issues", "Public Right of Way Management", and
"Registration of ROW Agents". The seminar will also include exhibits about products and
services that may benefit the District.
The International Right of Way Association is a non-profit professional association. It
provides continuous and specific training to professionals working in the area of land
rights. These professionals consist of appraisers, acquisition agents, engineers,
environmentalists, lawyers, property managers, relocation assistance agents, surveyors,
and title experts.
Funds are available for the seminar in the Capital Projects Division's Training, Conference,
and Meeting Budget. However, the location and the specific titles of the seminar were
not stated in the budget.
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POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
Subject: AUTHORIZE THE ATTENDANCE OF RICARDO HERNANDEZ, ENGINEERING
ASSISTANT, AT THE INTERNATIONAL RIGHT OF WAY ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL
EDUCATION SEMINAR IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO, ON JUNE 21 THROUGH
JUNE 24, AT A COST OF $1,250
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the attendance of Ricardo Hernandez, Engineering
Assistant, at the International Right of Way Association's Annual Education Seminar on
June 21 through June 24, 1999, in Albuquerque, New Mexico at a cost of $1,250.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting O.te: May 6, 1 999
No.: 5. a. HEARINGS
Type of Action: HOLD PUBLIC HEARING, DA 148
Sub]Bct: HOLD PUBLIC HEARING ON INHABITED DISTRICT ANNEXATION 148
(LAWRENCE ROAD PHASE 11), AS APPROVED BY THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION
COMMISSION AND CONSIDER THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION BY THE TOWN OF
DANVILLE
Submitted By:
Dennis Hall, Associate Engineer
lnitklting Oept./Div. :
Engineering Department/Environmental
Services
REVIEWED AND RECDM~~DR BOARD ACTION:
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D. Hall C. Swanson I J. McCoy
ISSUE: The Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) has approved the boundaries
of the territory included within District Annexation 148. The District must hold a public
hearing and consider testimony by affected property owners before acting on the proposed
annexation.
BACKGROUND: District Annexation 148, was submitted to LAFCO by the Town of
Danville to secure sanitary sewer service to the subject area which was previously
annexed into the Town of Danville and East Bay Municipal Utility District. The subject
annexation is an inhabited annexation (12 or more registered voters). District Annexation
148 is shown on the attached map.
A Mitigated Negative Declaration addressing the proposed annexations was prepared by
the Town of Danville pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and was
used by LAFCO in making its determinations and approving this annexation. In accordance
with District CEOA Guidelines, Section 7.17 (f), the Board must review and consider the
environmental effects of the changes in land use in the Lawrence/Leema Road area, as
shown in the Negative Declaration shown in Exhibit A, before approving the annexation.
District staff has reviewed said Mitigated Negative Declaration and concurs with its
findings.
Legal notice was published, and the affected property owners were notified of the public
hearing as required by law. Factors to be considered by the Board in deciding to approve
or disapprove the proposed annexation are set forth as Exhibit B.
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POSITION PAPER
Board MlHlting Date: May 6, 1 999
Subject: HOLD PUBLIC HEARING ON INHABITED DISTRICT ANNEXATION 148
(LAWRENCE ROAD PHASE 11), AS APPROVED BY THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION
COMMISSION AND CONSIDER THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION BY THE TOWN OF
DANVILLE
Following its review, the Board, not more than thirty (30) days after the conclusion of the
public hearing, shall adopt a resolution reflecting the appropriate action taken.
1 . Certify that the Board has reviewed and considered the Mitigated Negative
Declaration; and
2. Order the annexation subject to confirmation by election by the registered voters
residing within the territory proposed to be annexed if written protests have been
filed and not withdrawn by either of the following:
a. At least 25 percent but less than 50 percent of the registered voters
residing within the affected territory, or
b. At least 25 percent of the number of owners of land who also own at least
25 percent of the assessed value of land within the affected territory.
If it is determined that an election is required, the Board may terminate the
proceedings and avoid the cost of an election; or
3. Order the annexation without an election if written protests have been filed and not
withdrawn by less than 25 percent of the registered voters or less than 25 percent
of the number of owners of land owning less than 25 percent of the assessed value
of land within the affected territory; or
4. Disapprove the annexation if the Board finds the annexation is improper based upon
any of the factors set forth in Exhibit B; or
5. Disapprove and abandon the proposed annexation if the Board finds that written
protests have been filed and not withdrawn prior to the conclusion of the public
hearing representing 50 percent or more of the voters residing within the territory
proposed to be annexed.
Annexation 148 includes 32 properties. Petitions for annexation were filed by owners of
22 of these 32 properties. Ten properties whose owners did not request annexation were
included by the Town of Danville in its request to LAFCO. Because potential protests
could be filed by 10 property owners out of 32 properties, Action No.5 above is unlikely
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POSITION PAPER
BoII,d Meeting Dllte: May 6, 1 999
Subject: HOLD PUBLIC HEARING ON INHABITED DISTRICT ANNEXATION 148
(LAWRENCE ROAD PHASE II), AS APPROVED BY THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION
COMMISSION AND CONSIDER THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION BY THE TOWN OF
DANVILLE
to be the appropriate course of action. Action No.2 is also unlikely to be the appropriate
course of action because staff has not received any negative feedback from the owners
of the added properties since they were notified of this hearing.
RECOMMENDATION: Open the public hearing on the annexation, receive any testimony,
and close the public hearing(s).
1 . Adopt a Resolution certifying that the Board has reviewed the Mitigated Negative
Declaration, ordering the filing of a Notice of Determination as a responsible agency
stating that the Board considered the Mitigated Negative Declaration, and taking
one of the following actions:
a. Order the annexations if no written protests are filed.
b. Order the annexation without an election if written protests have been filed
and not withdrawn by less than 25 percent of the registered voters or less
than 25 percent of the number of owners of land owning less than 25
percent of the assessed value of land within the affected territory.
c. Disapprove the proposed annexation if the Board determines that the
annexation is not warranted.
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DISTRICT ANNEXATION 148
· EXHIBIT A - NEGATIVE DECLARATION
· EXHIBIT B - FACTORS TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE BOARD
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EXHIBIT IAI
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DEClARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SIGNIFICANCE
September 1. 1992
LEAD AGENCY:
NAME OF PROJECT:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECfS/
MITIGATION MEASURES:
Town of Danville - David Crompton (contact person)
Lawrence Leema Road General Plan Amendment (GPA
91-04). Specific Plan and Preliminary Development Plan
- Rezoning PUD 92-01.
General Plan Amendment, Specific Plan. and
Preliminary Development Plan - Rezoning. for the
Lawrence/Leema Road area. recently annexed in to the
Town of Danvi1le. which includes approximately 357
acres and 79 existing parcels. The General Plan
Amendment would change the area's land use
designation from General Agriculture to a combination
of Residential-Country Estates (1 unit/ acre). Residential-
Single Family - Low Density (1-3 units/acre). and
Residential-Single Family - Medium Density (3-5
units/acre). The associated Specific Plan will set
specific development policies and criteria. and design
guidelines for the project area. The Preliminary
Development Plan - Rezoning request would rezone the
Country Estates portion of the area from A-2; General
Agriculture District to P-l; Planned Unit Development
District requiring a minimum lot size of 40.000 square
feet for the flatter areas and 100.000 square feet for the
steeper. sloping areas.
The following numbering system relates directly to the numbering within the Initial Study
Environmental Checklist form completed for the project. The Environmental Checklist
form can be found as Appendix 7 of the Town of DanvilJe Local Environmental
Guidelines.
1.
Earth.
Will the proposal result in:
Checklist Items:
1.
GPA 91-04 - Negative Declaration
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a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in geologic substructures? Maybe.
g. Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes,
landslides, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? Maybe.
Explanation
The study area includes areas of steep terrain and potentially unstable soil. The
project site is located within a region known to be subject to ground shaking
related to surrounding fault zones. H additional development does occur,
development and grading activity could activate landslide activity within the hillside
regions of the project site. Ground shaking could activate landslides, damage
buildings, or cause failure of development related graded areas. Development of
additional individual septic systems could add additional moisture to the ground
and lead to additional landslide activity.
Miti~ation Measures
1. All hillside development sball take place in compliance witb
detailed soils and geotechnical reports prepared for individual
proposed projects.
2. All development sball be subject to tbe provisions of tbe Town's
Major Ridgeline Scenic Hillside Ordinance (Ord 29-84) and Hillside
Design Guidelines. All single family and otber non-exempt
development under Ordinance 29-84 sball be subject to site plan
and architectural review by the Planning Division under a hillside
Development Plan application. All new residential development
sball be subject to review and approval by the Town's Design
Review Board and Planning Commission.
3. All new development shall be consistent witb modern seismic
design for resistance to lateral forces. All new development sball
be in accordance witb the Uniform Building Code and Town of
Danville Ordinances.
4. All cut and fill areas sball be appropriately designed to minimize
the effects of ground shaking and settlement. Construction sball be
sited away from unstable and potentially unstable landforms, or
. unstable landforms -sball.be stabilized prior to development.
5. All new ~l development, including existing residences
involved in a new subdivision, beyond the preceding land use
density (1 unit/5 acres), shall be required to connect to the
2.
GPA 91-04 - Negative Declaration
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proposed future Central Contra Costa Sanitary District public
sewer system and East Bay Municipal Utility District public water
supply. On parcels larger tban 5 acres, individual new septic
systems sbaH not be authorized for use unless a minimum of
12,500 squarefoat of area witb appropriate soil conditions and
with an average slope of less tban 20% is available for the septic
system.
b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction or overcovering of the soil? Yes.
c. Change in topography or ground relief features? Yes.
d. The destruction, covering or modification of any unique geologic or
physical feature? Maybe.
fuq>lanation
If development does occur, some grading, altering the existing topography,
displacing, compacting, and overcovering of the soil, may be required to
accommodate development. In addition, the area includes hillsides and ridgelines
which are visible from a large surrounding area, including East Bay Regional Park
District open space lands. Increased development potential could lead to
development in ridgeline or hillside areas.
Miti~tion Measures
1. All development sball take place in compliance witb detailed soils
reports and in compliance witb established Town Ordinances,
codes and guidelines pertaining grading and hillside development.
2. AU development within identified hillside areas will be subject to
the provisions of the Town's Scenic Hillside Ordinance, Grading
Ordinance, and Hillside Design Guidelines, as required by tbe
Lawrence/Leema Road Specific Plan. Development within
identified Hillside areas shall be subject to review by tbe Planning
Division, Design Review Board, and Planning Commission under
a Development Plan application.
e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off site? Maybe.
f. Changes in deposition or erosion of beach sands, or changes in siltation,
deposition or erosion which may modify the channel of a river or stream
or the bed of the ocean or any bay, inlet or lake? Maybe.
3.
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Explanation
If development occurs, there will be a potential for water and wind erosion during
grading and construction activities. Several creeks in the area, including the Alamo
Creek, could be impacted by erosion run-off. In addition, additional impervious
surfaces would lead to additional run-off. Additional storm water flow in
downstream creeks and ditches could lead to additional erosion.
Miti~ation Measure
1. All development shall take place in compliance with the Town
Erosion Control Ordinance (Ord. 91-25). Restrictions include
limiting const'n4ction primarily to the dry months of the year (May
through October) and, if CDnst'n4ction does occur during the rainy
season, the use of sediment traps and other devises to minimize
erosion.
2. A~as undergoing grading, and all other construction activities
shall be wat~d, or t~ated with other dust control measu~s to
prevent dust and wind erosion.
3. Development which proposes to contribute additional water to
existing drainage system shall be ~qui~d to complete a hydrologic
study and make improvements to the system as ~qui~d to handle
the expected ultimate peak water flow and to stabilize erosive
banks that could be impacted by additional storm water flow.
3.
Water.
Will the proposal result in:
Checklist Items:
a. Changes in currents, or the course of direction of water movements, in
either marine or fresh waters? Maybe.
b. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of
surface runoff? Yes
c. Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? Maybe.
d. Change in the amount of surface water in any water body? Maybe.
Explanation
If additional development occurs, introduction of additional impervious surface
4.
GPA 91-04 - Negative Declaration
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areas will lead to a reduced absorption rate of water and a higher rate of run-off.
Storm drainage would be installed to handle the additional run-off, altering existing
drainage patterns. Existing downstream drainage facilities such as ditches and
creeks may be impacted by the additional run-off and/or be required to be
improved to handle additional flows.
Miti~ation Measures
1. All required improvements to area creeks for drainage purposes
shall meet the requirements of existing Town of Danville, Contra
Costa COUnty Flood Control District, Department of Fish & Game,
the Department of u.s. Fish and Wildlife, and Anny Corps of
Engineers codes and policies.
2. All additional tunaff shall be collected and conducted via an
approved drainage method to the nearest approved downstream
facility, as required by existing Town of Danville Subdivision
Ordinance.
3. Development which proposes to contribute additional water to
existing drainage system shall be required to complete a hydrologic
study and make improvements to the system as required to handle
the expected ultimate peak water flow and to stabilize erosive
banks tbat could be impacted by additional stonn water flow.
e. Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality,
including but not limited to temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity?
Maybe.
Explanation
Additional urban run-off is likely to contain sediments and other discharges that
may impact surface water quality.
Mitigation Measures
1. Slopes shall be graded so tbat tun-off water is minimized
2. Streets shall be cleaned and swept on a regular basis.
3. Landscaping emphasizing /ow-water using plants shall be utilized
for all developments.
f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of groundwaters? Maybe.
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g. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or
withdraws, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavation?
Maybe.
Exolanation
If development occurs, grading and run-off created by additional impervious
surfaces and improved drainage facilities may affect the quantity, direction, or rate
of flow of ground waters.
Mitigation Measures
1. Development beyond the existing 5 acre lot size minimum shall be
accompanied by the provision of East Bay Municipal Utility
District water service to the area.
2. Peakflow reduction and infiltration practices such as grass swales,
infiltration trenches and grass filter strips, and detention and
retention basins shall be incorporated into project design where
deemed appropriate by the City Engineer.
4.
Plant ute.
WIll theproposaI result in:
Checklist Items:
a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants
(including trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? Yes.
b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare, or endangered species of
plants? Maybe.
c. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the
normal replenishment of eXisting species? Maybe.
Explanation
If development occurs, the number of native plant species currently found in
portions of the site will be reduced and replaced with residential development.
The riparian areas within the creek corridors are of particular concern. Project
landscaping would introduce new species of plants into the area, changing the
overall species composition.
MitifJation Measures
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1. Any development within creek riparian corridors shall be subject
to existing Town of Danville, Contra Costa County Flood Control
District, Department of Fish and Game, State Department of u.s.
Fish and Wildlife, and Anny Corps of Engineer's policies and
regulations.
2. Existing native plants shall be preserved to the extent possible.
New landscaping shaY utilize native plant species to tbe extent
possible.
5.
Animal ute.
Will the proposal result in:
Checklist Item:
b. Reduction of the number of any unique, rare, or endangered species of
animal? Maybe.
d. Deterioration of existing fish and wildlife habitat? Maybe.
Explanation
The Alamo Creek corridor is a substantially undisturbed riparian habitat
Development within the creek area could impact existing wildlife.
Mitigation Measures
1. Any development within creek riparian corridors shall be subject
to existing Town of Danville, Contra Costa County Flood Control
District, Department of Fish and Game, State Department of u.s.
Fish and Wildlife, and Anny Corps of Engineer's policies and
regulations.
6.
Noise.
Will the proposal result in:
Checklist Item:
a. Increases in existing noise levels? Yes.
b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? Maybe.
Explanation
If development occurs, existing noise levels, primarily in the northern portion of
the project site, will be increased. Noise will be generated primarily from motor
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vehicles. The proposed General Plan Amendment could lead to additional
development near the Camino Tassajara corridor.. Camino Tassajara is a major
corridor with projected 2005 noise levels at approximately 65 dba.
Mitigation Measures
1. For projects bordering Camino Tassajara or suspected to be in an
area that may experience high levels of noise, an acoustical study
shall be completed as prior to issuance of building permits for the
project. Construction shall take place in compliance with that
report.
2. Project sound walls, consistent with the Sycamore Valley soundwall,
shall be constructed along the Camino Tassajara frontage prior to
occupancy of any units within an identified noise area.
Construction along Camino Tassajara shall be setback an
appropriate distance, consistent with the recommendations of the
acoustical studies and consistent with other setbacks required
along Camino Tassajara in the Sycamore Valley.
3. Construction activity shall be restricted to the hours between the
hours of 7:30 a.rn. and 5:30 p.rn. (Mondays th1u Fridays), unless
othenvise approved in writing by the City Engineer.
7. Ught and Glare. Will the proposal produce new light glare? Yes.
Explanation
If development occurs, new reflective surfaces and lighting will be introduced into
an existing rural area, which will produce both light and glare both within the
study area and from surrounding properties.
Mitiszation Measure
1. All development shall take place in compliance with established
Residential and Hillside Design Guidelines.
2. Land uses shall be adequately transitioned and buffered to
minimize the impact of more intense land uses on surrounding less
developed area.
3. All lighting shall be installed in such a manner that glare is
directed away from surrounding properties and right-ol-ways.
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8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in a substantial alteration of the present or
planned use of an area? Yes.
Exolanation
The General Plan Amendment will increase the potential land use density of the
area from the existing 1 unit/5 acres to a mixture of 3-5 units/acre, 1-3 units/acre,
and 1 unit/acre. The total number of potential units in the area would be
increased from approximately 90 to 300. The change in the General Plan Land Use
density will be the result of a public hearing process, input from area residents,
and the evaluation of environmental impacts.
Miti~ation Measure
1. Land uses within the area shall be developed in a manner
compatible with surrounding land uses. Uses within tbe study
area shall be adequately transitioned and/or buffered.
Environmental mitigation as identified within this document sball
be implemented in all future area projects.
11. Population. WlII the proposal alter the location, distribution, density, or growth
rate of the human population in the area? Yes.
Exolanation
Adoption of the proposed General Plan Amendment/Specific Plan may lead to
additional housing construction and additional human population in the area. The
density of development will require the extension of public water and sewer
services into some, or all of the area. The main purpose of the extension of
utilities is to serve the current and future residents within the study area.
However, according to existing policy, the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
requires that improvements be planned to allow for ultimate collection system
capacity adequate to accommodate development of as yet unapproved growth
within the ultimate wastewater drainage area. While some of the proposed sewer
facilities would allow for future expansions or connections, there would be no
immediate connection provided between the facilities within the plan area and
potential future development in areas outside the plan area. Although additional
connections to this system could happen in the future, this cannot occur until the
future development projects are proposed, reviewed under CEQA, and approved.
As a result, this project would not provide all of the facilities for un-planned or un-
approved growth, and therefore would not have a significant growth inducing
impact.
9.
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Mitigation Measures
1. No services infrastructure (other than some sewer fad/ities) shall
be provided as part of this project to seroe areas outside of tbe
plan area. Parts of the sewer system (such as the force main and
portions of the gravity flow system) may be constructed with
ultimate capacity for service within and outside of the plan area.
Other sewer facilities (such as the pumping station and connection
to the pumping station) would be planned to allow for phasing of
capadty for potential future development within the ultimate
wastewater drainage area, but constructed at this time with
capadty only for plan area development. Future environmental
analysis would be required before additional capadty would be
provided for sewer serotce outside of the plan area.
13. Transportation/Circulation.
Will the proposal result in:
Checklist Items:
a. Generation of substantial additional vehicular movement? Maybe.
f. Increase in traffic hazard to motor vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians?
Maybe.
ful;planation
If development occurs, additional traffic will be generated from the study area.
The impact of the additional traffic on the existing uncontrolled Lawrence Road
and Camino Tassajara intersection could be significant. Additional vehicular and
pedestrian traffic would lead to an increased level of potential traffic hazards.
Mitigation Measures
1. All new development shall document that level of service tra.flk
standards, consistent with the performance standards established
within the Town's Growth Management Element, will be met.
2. As identified by the trajJk study prepared for tbis project, internal
drr:ulation shall be improved by providing a connection between
Lawrence Road and Leema Road, andfrom Lawrence Road into
the Adjacent Corrie Property. Lawrence Road should ultimately
line-up with the existing Mrack Road on the north side of Camino
Tassajara. The existing Lawrence Road Alignment to Camino
Tassajara would ultimately be eliminated or limited to right turns
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only.
3. Leema Road should be widened and improved on tbe approacb to
the intersection at Camino Tassajara. The final cross-section
should be about 40-feet to allow for a separate left tum lane.
Modifications to tbe new traffic signal at Mansfield/Leema would
also be required at tbe same time.
4. All new development will be subject to Town Transportation
Improvement (J1P) fees which will be applied to mitigate tbe
developments impact on the existing transportation system or
make required transportation system improvements.
14. PubUc Services: Will the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for
new or altered governmental services in any of the following
areas:
Checklist Items:
a. Fire Protection? Yes.
b. Police Protection? Yes.
c. Schools? Yes.
d. Parks or other recreation facilities? Yes.
e. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? Yes.
Explanation:
The Growth Management Element of the ToWll's General Plan requires all new
development to observe minimum performance standards for specified public
services. This requirement is in place to sustain a balance between development
and the provision of supporting services. H additional development does occur,
existing services will be affected. Any additional development which leads to a
level of service below identified standards would be considered a significant
impact.
Area services include:
a. Fire protection by the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District. Due to
existing stations in the area, additional development is not expected to
reduce the level of service. The proposed extension of water into the area
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would likely increase the fire protection level. The Plans impact on fire
protection would not be significantly adverse.
b. Police protection by the Town of Danville Police Services. Although
additional development will lead to the need for an incremental increase in
police service, Police Services indicate that the project will not adversely
impact response time standards.
c. School facilities through the San Ramon Valley School District. Although
additional development will lead to additional population and additional
need for school facilities, the School District indicates that the system has
capacity to absorb the additional population. Impact fees collected by the
school district from new development will go toward the construction of
new facilities.
d. Park and other recreational facilities by the Town of Danville and East Bay
Regional Park District. Existing parks facilities include the capacity to
service the expected additional population while maintaining the specified
performance standard. Neighborhood parks and contributions to
maintenance of existing facilities and construction of future facilities should
be made by the additional development. This will not be a significant
impact.
e. Maintenance of public facilities by the Town of Danville Maintenance
Services Division. Maintenance of Lawrence Road, which is presently in
poor condition, could adversely impact the maintenance division. In
addition, maintenance of future roads and drainage facilities that do not
meet established Town standards could be a negative impact.
Mitivation Measures
1. All new development shall document that a minimum level of service
standards, consistent with the performance standards established within
the Town's Growth Management Element, will be met for Fire, Police, and
Park services.
2. All development shall be subject to the requirements of the San Ramon
Valley Fire Protection District.
3. At least 20percentofthe developed areas within Sub-Areas 1 and 2 shall
be dedicated as open space/active/passive recreation areas.
4. All new development shall be subject to the Town's Park Dedication
ordinance requirements.
12.
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5. All new streets shall be conshucted to the Town's public street standards.
Prior to Town Maintenance, Lawrence Road shall be improved in good
condition to Town standards through the proposed assessment district for
tbe area.
6. As development occurs, the developer shall pay impact and capacity fees
for thi: above services as required by the respective districts.
16.
Utilities.
Will the proposal result in the need for new systems, or substantial
alterations to the following utilities:
Checklist Items:
a. Power and natural gas? Yes.
b. Communication systems? Yes.
c. Water? Yes.
d. Sewer and septic tanks? Yes.
e. Stonn water drainage? Yes.
f. Solid waste and disposal? Yes.
Explanation
The Growth Management Element of the Town's General Plan requires all new
development to maintain minimum performance standards for specified public
services (water, sewer, and flood control). This requirement is in place to sustain
a balance between development and the provision of supporting services. If
additional development does occur, existing utilities may be impacted. Any
additional development which leads to a level of service below identified standards
would be considered a significant impact.
Area utilities include:
a. Pacific Gas and Electric for gas and electricity. PG & E has stated that they
can se~ce future development in the area at the potential density allowed
for by .the. General. Plan Amendment. The extension of this utility will not
be a significant impact.
b. Communications could be provided by a variety of companies. Serviee
capacity is not expected to be a problem. Extension of this utility is not a
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significant impact.
c. Water supply would be provided by the East Bay Municipal Utility District
(EBMUD). The area was recently annexed into EBMUD boundaries. The
district has indicated that they have the capacity to service the area.
Extension of utility will not be a significant impact.
d. Sewer service would be provided by the Central Contra Costa Sanitary
District (CCCSD) following annexation of the plan area to CCCSD. Since the
plan area is outside the current District Boundaries and sphere of influence,
CCCSD has indicated that it currently does not have sufficient capacity to
serve the potential development. However, sewer capacity for this project
would be: 1) planned in future wastewater collection system and treatment
plant expansions, and 2) financed by annexation and facilities capacity fees
to be paid by plan area developers. Septic service would be monitored by
the Contra Costa County Health Department. The Health Department has
stated support for the extension of sewer service to the area due to the
area's steep terrain and existing water quality problems.
e. Storm water drainage/flood control would be under the jurisdiction of the
Contra Costa County Flood Control District. Additional run-off created by
future development may add additional water to existing creeks, leading to
an increased potential for flooding.
Miti~ation Measure
1. All new development sball document tbat a minimum level of service
standards, consistent witb the performance standards established within
the Town's Growtb Management Element will be met for the following
public services; water, sewer disposal, and flood control.
2. Financing of tbe water and sewer improvements will be bandied througb
the formation of a MelloRoos Assessment District, or an acceptable
altemative financing mechanism. Impacts to tbe capacities of the existing
facilities shall be mitigated througb capacity fees cbarged by the facility
district to properties tbat book-up to the services on a per unit basis.
3. New storm drainage systems will be the responsibility of individual
developers as part of tbeir development plans. All new facilities will be
constructed in compliance with Town standards. Ifdetennined necessary,
improvements may include retention basins, a storm drain pipe down
Lawrence Road, outletting into a creek which. bas sufficient capacity, or
is improved to bave sufficient capacity, to bandle tbe additional run-off
flow.
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4. All development will meet the requirements of the Contra Costa County
Flood Control District. Development which proposes to add additional
water into tbe existing drainage system will be required to improve the
system to bandle tbe expected peak water flow.
5. As development occurs, the developer sball pay impact and capacity fees
for the above services as required by the respective districts.
17. Hl.ma.n Health. Will the proposal result in:
Checklist Item:
a. Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental
health)? Maybe.
Explanation:
There is evidence of an existing effiuent problem in the area from existing
individual septic tank and leachfield systems. Additional development, including
additional water flow created by the extension of public water into the area,
utilizing individual septic systems, and new development utilizing private septic
systems, could lead to a public health problem, including contaminated ground
water. Unless otherwise authorized by the County Health Department, individual
new septic systems shall not be authorized for use unless a minimum of 12,500 s.l.
of area with an average slope of less than 25% is available for the septic system.
Mitigation Measure
1. All new residential development, including existing residences involved
in a new subdivision, beyond the preceding land use density (1 urntl5
acres), sball be required to connect to the proposed future Central Contra
Costa Sanitary District public sewer system and East Bay Municipal
Utility District public water supply. On parcels larger tban 5 acres,
individual new septic systems shall not be authorized for use unless a
minimum of 12,500 square foot of area witb appropriate soil conditions
and witb an average slope of less tban 20% is available for tbe septic
system.
18. Aestbetia. Will tbe proposal result in the obstruction of any scenic vista or
view open to the public, or will the proposal result in tbe creation
of an aesthetically offensive site open to the public view? Maybe.
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2. For properties bordering the public open space, scenic easements to assure
sufficient stTUctural setback, shall be acquired through development.
DETERMINATION:
A Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Significance has been prepared
for this project. Potentially significant environmental impacts have been mitigated through
project modifications. As amended through conditions, no significant impacts are
anticipated to be associated with the project.
The Initial Study was prepared by the Planning Division, Town of Danville. Copies of the
Initial Study may be obtained at the Town offices located at 510 La Gonda Way, Danville,
California 94526.
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EXHIBIT /lB"
FACTORS TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE BOARD
1 . Whether the proposed annexation will be in the best interest of landowners or
present or future inhabitants within the District and within the territory proposed
to be annexed to the District.
2. LAFCQ's Resolution 99-8 making the determination that the proposed annexation
should proceed forward to a hearing by this Board (see Attachment 1).
3. Factors required by Government Code Section 56841 which were taken into
consideration by LAFCQ in making its determination to refer the proposed
annexation to our District as the conducting authority. These factors are listed in
Attachment 2.
4. Any other matters which the Board deems material to the decision to approve or
disapprove the proposed annexation. The Board is not required to make any
express findings concerning any of the factors considered by the conducting
authority .
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ATTACHMENT "1"
RESOLUTION NO. 99-8
RESOLUTION OF THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION
OF THE COUNTY OF CONTRA COST A
MAKING DETERMINATIONS AND APPROVING THE LAWRENCE ROAD PHASE II
ANNEXATION TO THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT (CCCSD)
RESOL YED, by the Local Agency Formation Commission of the County of Contra Costa, State
of California, that
WHEREAS, a resolution of application was filed with the Executive Officer of this Commission
pursuant to Title 5, Division 3, commencing with Section 56000 of the Government Code,
requesting annexation of certain territory known as Lawrence Road Phase II Annexation to
CCCSD; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that affected territory is within the sphere of influence (SOl)
boundary of said District; and
WHEREAS, the Executive Officer reviewed the proposal and prepared a report, including her
recommendation thereon, the proposal and report having been presented to and considered by this
Commission; and
WHEREAS, this Commission called for and held a public hearing on the proposed annexation on
March 10, 1999. At the hearing, the Commission heard and received all oral and written protests,
objections and evidence which were made, presented or filed, and all persons present were given
an opportunity to hear and be heard with respect to this proposal and the report of the Executive
Officer; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), this Commission has
reviewed and considered a Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared by the Town of Dan vi lie as
lead agency for environmental review and finds that mitigation measures specified in said
document are under the responsibility and jurisdiction of agencies other than LAFCO.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Local Agency Formation Commission of the County of Contra Costa
DOES HEREBY RESOL VB, DETERMINE, ORDER AND FIND as follows:
1. The proposal is approved.
2. The boundaries as set forth in the proposal are approved as submitted and are as
described in Exhibit A attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein.
3. The affected territory includes +/- 157 acres, is found to be inhabited and is assigned the
following short-term designation: "Lawrence Road Phase II Annexation to the Central
Contra Costa Sanitary District (LAFC 99-8)".
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Resolution No. 99-8
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4. The affected territory shall be subject to the rules, regulations, ordinances, bonded
indebtedness, contractual obligations and service charges (if any) of the annexing agency.
5. The CCCSD Board of Directors is hereby designated as Conducting Authority and said
Board is authorized to conduct further proceedings with notice and hearing.
6. The Executive Officer is hereby authorized and directed to mail certified copies of this
resolution as provided in Section 56853 of the Government Code.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 10th day of March 1999, by the following vote:
AYES:
Commissioners Canciamilla, Jameson, McNair, Menesini, Schmidt,
Uilkema and Greenberg
NOES:
None
I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of a resolution passed and adopted by this Commission
on the date aforesaid.
Date: 2/ ...<,sj 'f?
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Annamaria Perrella, Executive Officer
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Local Agency t .. mation Commission
Contra Costa County, California
Approved Description
Date: 3/10/99 lJy: Tim ^ie11o
(l.A.F.C. 99-8 )
LA WRENCE ROAD PHASE II
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT ANNEXATION
EXIHOIT A
^ll deed and map reference hereinafter referred to are as recorded in
the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California.
All deed and map reference hereinafter referred to are as recorded in the Office
of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California.
All that property in the Town of Danville, Contra Costa County, State of
California, as shown on those maps on file with the office of the County Recorder in
said Town and lying within the following described boundaries:
Beginning at the most southwesterly comer of Parcel B of Subdivision MS
144-90. recorded in Parcel Map Book 167 at Page 15, on August 23, 1995, also being
the most southwesterly Town of Danville boundary; thence easterly from said point of
beginning along the southerly TowTl.ofDanville boundary, South 88039'29" East
162.00 feet to Subdivision MS 89-71, per Map thereof filed in Parcel Map Book 17,
at Page 26; thence, along the south boundary of said MS 89-71, South 89041 '11" East
764.00 feet to Subdivision MS 229-77, per Map thereof filed in Parcel Map 'Book 71,
at Page 26; thence, along the south and east boundary of said MS 229-77, South
89040'21" East 1,696.91 feet and North 00026'06" East 872.13 feet to MS 76-77, per
Map thereof filed in Parcel Map Book 65, at Page 15; thence, along the east boundary
of said MS 76-77 and its northerly prolongation, North 00031 '57" East 499.22 feet to
Subdivision MS 320-77, per Map thereof filed in Parcel Map Book 72, at Page 17~
thence. along the east boundary of said MS 320-77, North 00031' 57" East (beanng
rotated to conform to said MS 76-77), 528.95 feet to Subdivision MS 140-80, per
Map thereof filed in Parcel Map Book 99, at Page 30; thence, along the east and north
boundary of said MS 140-80, North 00049'34" East 751.22 feet and North 88058'50"
West 1,726.15 feet to the centerline of Lawrence Road; thence, leaving the centerline
of Lawrence Road, North 79040'46" West 32.05 feet to Subdivision MS 331-77 per
Map thereof filed in Parcel Map Book 70, at Page 46; thence, along the northern
boundary of said subdivision South 88012 '30" East 84464 feet; thence. along the
west boundary of said MS 33-77, and the southern prolongation of the Town of
Oanville boundary, South 01002'00" West 531.68 feet to Subdivision MS 142-78. per
Map thereof filed in Parcel Map Book 80, at Page 8; thence, along the west boundary
of said MS 142-78, South 01002 '00" West 523.00 feet to Subdivisio'n MS 317 -77, per
Map thereof filed in Parcel Map Book 73, at Page 30; thence, along the west
boundary of said MS 317-77 South 01002'00" West 610.00 feet to Subdivision MS
57-78, per Map thereof filed in Parcel Map Book 70, at Page 44; thence. along the
west boundary of said MS 57-78, South 01002'00" West 982.36 feet to the point of
beginning.
Containing 157 acres, more or less.
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ATTACHMENT 2
FACTORS REQUIRED BY GOVERNMENT
CODE 56841 WHI01 WERE CONSIDERED BY LAFCO
(a) Population, population density; land area and land use; per
capita assessed valuation; topography, natural boundaries, and
drainage basins; proximity to other populated areas; the
likelihood of significant growth in the area, and in adjacent
incorporated and unicorporated areas, during the next 10 years.
(b) Need for organized community services; the present cost and
adequacy of governmental services and control s in the area;
probable future needs for those services and controls; probable
effect of the proposed incorporation, formation, annexation, or
exclusion and of alternative courses of action on the cost and
adequacy of services and controls in the area and adjacent
areas.
"Services," as used in this subdivision, refers to governmental
services whether or not the services are services which would
be provided by local agencies subject to this division, and
includes the public facilities necessary to provide those
services.
(c) The effect of the proposed action and of alternative actions,
on adjacent areas, on mutual social and economic interests, and
on the local governmental structure of the county.
(d) The conformity of both the proposal and its anticipated effects
with both the adopted commission policies on providing planned,
orderly, efficient patterns of urban development, and the
policies and priorities set forth in Government Code Section
56377.
(e) The effect of the proposal on maintaining the physical and
economic integrity of agricultural lands, as defined by
Goverrvnent Code Section 56016.
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(f) The definiteness and certainty of the boundaries of the
territory, the nonconformance of proposed boundaries with lines
of assessment or ownership, the creation of islands or
corridors of unicorporated territory, and other similar matters
affecting the proposed boundaries.
(g) Consistency with city or county general and specific plans.
(h) The sphere of influence of any local agency which may be
applicable to the proposal being reviewed.
(i) The comments of any affected local agency.
. Page 26 of 26
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board MlHlting Date: May 6, 1 999
TyPB of Action: CONFIRM ASSESSMENTS
Subject: CONFIRM AND LEVY FINAL ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ALHAMBRA WAY
CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 98-1
No.: B.a. ENGINEERING
Submitted By:
Curtis W. Swanson
~ND RECDMM~N; FOR BOARD ACTION,
C. Sw..". ~ MeC"
ISSUE: Work has been completed on the Alhambra Way Contractual Assessment District
No. 98-1 (CAD No. 98-1), and the final assessments can be established and levied.
BACKGROUND: The Board of Directors ordered improvements for the Alhambra Way CAD
No. 98-1 at its meeting held on September 3, 1998. The work to install the
improvements has been completed, and the final costs are known. The final costs are
shown in Exhibit A.
Based on these final costs, the final assessments for each property have been determined
and appear as Exhibit B, Assessment Roll. The Board is requested to confirm and levy
these final assessments and to authorize a Notice of Assessment to be recorded. A
resolution has been prepared, which, if adopted, will confirm and levy assessments and
authorize the recording of the Notice. This resolution is included as Exhibit C.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution confirming and levying final assessments and
authorizing a Notice of Assessment to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder
for the Alhambra Way CAD 98-1 .
4/26/99
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EXHIBIT A
ALHAMBRA WAY CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
C.A.D. NO. 98-1
FINAL COSTS
ITEM QUANTITY IUNITS AMOUNT
Construction
588 feet of 8-inch sewer, two lump sum $67,400
manhole and eleven 4-inch laterals
Private Engineering
Survey and Design lump sum 4,100
Other Agency Fees/Slurry Seal lump sum 5,850
Subtotal Private Engineering $9,950
Cost
District Services
Plan Review lump sum 885
Construction Inspection lump sum 2,120
Initiation Charges lump sum 1,500
Subtotal District Costs 4,505
PROJECT COST SUBTOTAL (CONSTRUCTION + PRIVATE $81,855
ENGINEERING + DISTRICT)
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EXHIBIT B
ALHAMBRA WAY CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
C.A.D. NO. 98-1
FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL
TAX ROLL
ASSESSMENT
AMOUNT
ASSESSMENT PARCEL (10- YR EQUAL OPTIONAL
NUMBER DESCRIPTION PAYMENTS)(1) PREPAYMENT
AMOUNT(2)
1 162-230-002-6 $1,134.76 $8,185.50
2 162-230-001-8 $1,134.76 $8,185.50
3 162-020-004-6 $1,134.76 $8,185.50
4 162-202-005-3 $1,134.76 $8,185.50
5 162-202-006-1 $1,134.76 $8,185.50
6 162-202-027-7 $1,134.76 $8,185.50
7 162-242-015-4 $1,134.76 $8,185.50
8 162-242-016-2 $1,134.76 $8,185.50
9 162-242-017-0 $1,134.76 $8,185.50
10 162-242-031-1 $1,134.76 $8,185.50
(1) Interest rate for annual assessments is 6.67%.
(2) Does not include reserve fund.
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EXHIBIT C
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING FINAL ASSESSMENTS
AND AUTHORIZING RECORDING
DEMONSTRATION PROJECT - ALHAMBRA WAY
CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 98-'
The Board of Directors of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District resolves:
This Board has taken a series of actions preliminary to establishing final assessments
for the Demonstration Project - Alhambra Way Contractual Assessment District No. 98-1,
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, Contra Costa County, California, and now makes
the following findings and orders:
1. The Board adopted its Resolution of Intention (Resolution No. 98-035) to order
the improvement described therein under the Municipal Improvement Act of 1911, and
directed Curtis W. Swanson, Principal Engineer, to prepare the report required by Section
5989.22 of the Streets and Highways Code.
2. Pursuant to Resolution No. 98-066, the Board approved a map showing the
boundaries of the land benefitted by the proposed improvement. A copy of the boundary
map was filed in the office of the County Recorder of the County of Contra Costa on the
22nd day of June, 1998, on page 16 in Book 62 of Maps of Assessment and Community
Facilities Districts.
The improvement is generally described as follows:
Construction and installation of approximately 588 linear feet of sanitary sewer line,
together with appurtenant work and facilities located at Alhambra Way in Martinez,
California.
3. The Board established September 3, 1998, as the date for a public hearing to
create the Alhambra Way Contractual Assessment District No. 98-1 .
4. The owners of record were provided ballots 45 days before the hearing on which
owners could indicate approval of or opposition to the imposition of assessments.
5. The Board of Directors conducted a public hearing on September 3, 1998,
pursuant to Section 5898.26 of the Streets and Highways Code and gave every person
present an opportunity to comment on and object to the proposed Contractual
Assessment Program, the improvement and the extent of the Assessment District.
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6. The Board found that no written protests against the proposed improvement were
made by owners representing more than one half of the area of the land to be assessed
for the improvement. All of the owners of record voted to approve the imposition of
assessments.
7. The Board approved the Engineer's Report and each component part of it,
inCluding each exhibit incorporated by reference in the report, one of which was a table
of estimated assessments.
8. The Board found that the Engineer's Report, fairly and properly apportioned the
cost of the improvement to each parcel of land in the Assessment District in compliance
with the Agreement between the owners and District and in proportion to the special
benefits derived by each parcel, in relationship to the entirety of the capital cost of the
improvement. A draft version of the Agreement, within which the owners voluntarily and
unanimously agreed to the imposition of an assessment, was attached as an exhibit to the
Engineer's Report and was incorporated by reference.
9. Lastly, the Board ordered the improvement described in paragraph 2 and as
detailed in the Engineer's Report.
10. The work on the improvement has been completed pursuant to a private
agreement entered into by the owners, and was accepted on February 4, 1999. The final
costs for the improvement have been determined; the final assessments for each property
have been determined; and a Notice of Assessment will be sent to each property owner
after the Board confirms the final assessments.
11. The final assessments for each property appear on the Assessment Roll. The
Board hereby confirms and levies each individual final assessment as stated in the
Assessment Roll.
12. Payment of all or any part of such final assessments may be made at the office
of the Controller, Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, 5019 Imhoff Place, Martinez,
California 94553. The deadline for receipt of such payment by the Controller is the close
of business on June 30, 1999. Thereafter, unpaid assessments will be payable in yearly
installments of principal and interest at 6.67 percent compounded annually over a period
of ten (10) years.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this 6th day of May, 1999, by the Board of Directors of the
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District by the following votes:
AYES:
Members:
NOES:
Members:
ABSENT:
Members:
Gerald Lucey
President of the Board of Directors,
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District,
County of Contra Costa, State of California
COUNTERSIGNED:
Joyce E. Murphy
Secretary, Central Contra Costa
Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa,
State of California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Kenton L. Aim,
District Counsel
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
No.: 9.a. TREATMENT PLANT
TyP8 of Action: ALLOCATE FUNDS/AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT
Subject: AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO ALLOCATE $100,000 FROM THE
TREATMENT PLANT PROGRAM CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT. AUTHORIZE THE
GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
NPG ENGINEERING FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE TREATMENT
PLANT YEAR 2000 PROJECT (DP 6139)
Submitted By:
James L. Belcher
ISSUE: Authorization of the Board of Directors is required for the General Manager to
allocate funds in excess of $25,000 from the Treatment Plant Program Contingency
Account and to execute a professional services agreement in an amount greater than
$50,000.
BACKGROUND: The treatment plant and pumping station operations rely extensively on
modern microprocessors (PLCs) for correct operation. Among the hundreds of devices,
there are some date-sensitive microprocessors that use a two-digit code to represent the
year (e.g. 98 for 1998). The microprocessors may become confused or malfunction with
the rollover to the year 2000. For example, a computer chip might mistakenly read the
date "00" as 1900, or might be unable to correctly recognize and apply dates beyond the
current century. In addition, the year 2000 is a leap year, which may add another level
of complexity for date/time sensitive logic. In order to avoid potential operational
problems at both the treatment plant and the pumping stations, Central Contra Costa
Sanitary District's (CCCSD) equipment must be year 2000 (Y2K) compliant.
Plant Operations Department (POD) staff began their efforts to address the Y2K problem
by forming a project team in September 1998. The team subsequently developed a
seven-step action plan (see Attachment 1 ).The team has completed the first three phases;
Awareness, Inventory, and Assessment. The team is currently working on Contingency
Planning, Testing/Validation, and Correction/Repair.
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POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
Subject: AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO ALLOCATE $100,000 FROM THE
TREATMENT PLANT PROGRAM CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT. AUTHORIZE THE
GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
NPG ENGINEERING FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE TREATMENT
PLANT YEAR 2000 PROJECT (DP 6139)
During the assessment phase, several pieces of equipment, including software and
hardware components, have been identified as noncompliant.
. The control systems for Standby Power, Filter Plant, and UV System are
noncompliant. The existing control systems are out-of-date and require new
hardware and a new operating system to be compliant.
. The motor control for the wet-weather pumps at the Moraga and Orinda
Crossroads pumping stations are noncompliant. This interface requires a
new software upgrade.
. The man-machine interface (MMI) center at the headworks pump vibration
monitor panel is obsolete and potentially noncompliant. The panel should be
upgraded to a new model to assure that it is Y2K compliant.
The testing and validation phase on the District's critical equipment recently began. The
first item tested and validated was the treatment plant's ModComp (mainframe) computer
system. During the testing phase, a number of routines were found to be noncompliant.
Staff, with support from the manufacturer, was able to create patches to solve the
problems. Over 200 other devices throughout the plant and pumping stations will be
tested and validated for compliancy by June 30, 1999.
The allocation of funds required to perform the testing and validation and to repair known
deficiencies is $100,000, as shown in Attachment 2. This project was not included in the
Fiscal Year 1998-99 Capital Improvement Budget (CIB) because it was not identified until
September 1998, after the 1998-99 CIB was adopted. Staff has conducted a cash flow
evaluation of the Sewer Construction Fund and concluded that adequate funds are
available for this project. An accounting of this project will be provided to the Board of
Directors at close out.
The draft 1999 - 2000 CIB/CIP estimates the total cost of this project to be $375,000;
the actual project cost will depend upon the cost of repair or replacement of noncompliant
equipment identified in the testing and validation phase. Additional funds will be required
after July 1, 1999, to repair or replace noncompliant equipment identified by the ongoing
testing and validation effort.
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POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1 999
Subject: AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO ALLOCATE $100,000 FROM THE
TREATMENT PLANT PROGRAM CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT. AUTHORIZE THE
GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
NPG ENGINEERING FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE TREATMENT
PLANT YEAR 2000 PROJECT (DP 6139)
The Y2K team consists of POD staff and NPG Engineering. POD staff includes the Senior
Engineer, Senior Control Systems Engineer, Process Control Engineer, and Operations and
Maintenance technicians. NPG Engineering was retained to perform the initial work effort
under a professional engineering services agreement under the POD Operations and
Maintenance Budget. Staff recommends that project management services be completed
by NPG Engineering, as the District's Y2k effort to date has been recognized as a model
program by the State Water Resources Control Board. NPG has in-depth knowledge of
the impacts of Y2K and is intimately familiar with the pumping station and treatment plant
operations. The remaining level of effort to complete the capital project is $50,000.
Staff has also concluded that this project is exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEOAI under District CEQA Guidelines, Section 18.2, since it involves minor
alterations to existing sewage facilities with no increase in capacity. Board of Directors'
approval of this project will constitute an independent finding that this project is exempt
from CEQA.
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the General Manager to allocate $100,000 from the
Treatment Plant Contingency Account, and authorize the General Manager to execute a
professional services agreement with a cost ceiling of $50,000 with NPG Engineering for
project management services for the Treatment Plant Year 2000 Project, DP 6139.
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ATTACHMENT 1
TREATMENT PLANT YEAR 2000 PROJECT
DISTRICT PROJECT 6139
Plant Operations Department Seven-Step Action Plan
Awareness/Mobilization - Develop a project team and identify stakeholders.
Inventory Equipment - Survey in excess of 4,000 pieces of equipment at the
treatment plant and pumping stations.
Assessment - Evaluate approximately 400 suspected pieces of equipment for
compliance. This included Internet search of manufacturers and
documentation of the results.
Contingency Plan - Minimize risks by being prepared for potential Y2k problems
on critical systems.
TestingNalidation - Test all systems that have a clock function for proper
operation.
Correction/Repair - Replace or repair systems or devices, as needed.
Implementation - Authorize and train personnel on the contingency plan.
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ATTACHMENT 2
TREATMENT PLANT YEAR 2000 PROJECT
DISTRICT PROJECT 6139
ENGINEERS' COST ESTIMATE
Item Description
ACTION PLAN
TestingNalidation
Identified Correction/Repair Costs
Implementation of Known Corrections
Project Management
IDENTIFIED COSTS
FUNDS AUTHORIZED TO DATE
ADDITIONAL ALLOCATION NEEDED TO CORRECT
KNOWN DEFICIENCIES
POD/Correspondence/PosPapr/1999-00/DP6139.Att2
Total
$ 25,000
35,000
15,000
50,000
$ 125,000
$ 25,000
$ 100,000
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
No.: IO.a. HUMAN RESOURCES
Type of Action: APPROVE BUDGET
Subject: APPROVE PERSONNEL BUDGET REQUESTS FISCAL YEAR 1999-2000
Submitted By:
Cathryn Freitas, Human Resources
Manager
Initiating Dept./Div. :
Administrative/Human Resources
C. Freitas
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
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ISSUE: The Board reviewed the personnel needs of the District for Fiscal Year 1999-2000
at its April 1, 1999 meeting. Accordingly, staff is submitting the Personnel Budget for
Board approval.
BACKGROUND: Each department has reviewed its staffing requirements for Fiscal Year
1999-2000. The Personnel Budget includes departmental overviews providing summary
information, request justification pages with detailed explanations on the effect of these
recommenced staffing changes, organizational charts reflecting current staffing and
proposed changes, and job classifications for proposed positions.
The attached summary sheet highlights each department's staffing requests, their effect
on the number of total authorized positions in the District, and the reduced cost in salaries
and benefits. As shown in the summary, the total number of authorized regular positions
in the District will decrease by one part-time position from last year. Ten Co-op student
positions are requested this year.
The salaries and wages in the 1 999-2000 0 & M Departmental Budgets will increase from
the previous year due to the following:
· Any cost-of-living salary adjustments resulting from the Memoranda of
Understanding; and
· Merit and longevity increases scheduled in 1999-2000;
Administrative
1. Create and add a Network Technician (G-59, $3311-$4006) and adopt the
job classification description.
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POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
Subject: APPROVE PERSONNEL BUDGET REQUESTS FISCAL YEAR 1999-2000
Plant Operations *
2. Add one Plant Operator III (G-65, $3815-$4623). Delete two Plant Operator
1/II's (G-59, $3311-$4006; G-62, $3558-$4305).
3. Add two Mechanical Supervisors (S-71, $4424-$5353), Delete one
Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor (S-71, $4424-$5353) and one Machine
Shop Supervisor (S-71, $4424-$5353). Reclassify Mr. Rick Smith,
Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, to Mechanical Supervisor.
4. Add one ElectricianlElectrical Technician (G-65, $3815-$4623; G-69,
$4202-$5080). Delete one Instrument Technician (G-69, $4202-$5080).
* Based on input from the Board Personnel Committee, staff is developing a
proposal to be submitted as a position paper for the Board to consider at a future
meeting which will delete one Pumping Station Supervisor and one Pumping Station
Operator 1/11 and add two Pumping Station Operator 11/ positions. The proposed
changes will be cost neutral. Staff is in the process of creating a new job
classification description for the Pumping Station Operator 11/ position and
establishing a salary range.
Collection System Operations
5. Delete one Operations Support Supervisor (S-71, $4424-$5353).
6. Add one part-time Vehicle & Equipment Services Worker (G-45, $2382-
$2872).
Engineering
7. Create and add two Engineering Assistant II's (G-65, $3815-$4623). Adopt
the job classification description. Delete two Permit and Service Technicians
(G-64, $3731-$4513). Reclassify Ms. Molly Mullin and Ms. Donita
Hohenstein, Permit and Services Technicians, to Engineering Assistant II's.
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POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
Subject: APPROVE PERSONNEL BUDGET REQUESTS FISCAL YEAR 1999-2000
8. Create and add one Senior Engineering Assistant (G-72, $4513-$5464).
Delete one Engineering Assistant (G-68, $4101-$4963). Reclassify Mr. R.
Wayne Griffiths, Engineering Assistant to Senior Engineering Assistant.
9. Create and add one Supervising Engineering Assistant (S-72, $4534-
$5489). Adopt the job classification description. Delete one Real Property
Specialist (G-69, $4202-$5080).
10. Create and add four Engineering Assistant Ill's (G-69, $4202-$5080).
Adopt the job classification description. Delete four Construction Inspector
positions (G-67, $4006-$4847). Reclassify Messrs. Kim Best, Glen
Descans, and Don Cast, Construction Inspectors, to Engineering Assistant
Ill's.
11. Create and add five Engineering Assistant Ill's (G-69, $4202-$5080), Adopt
the job classification description. Delete five Engineering Assistants (G-69,
$4202-$5080). Reclassify Messrs. Dave Baldi, Kevin Collins, Rick
Hernandez, and Harry Vaile, and Ms. Lesley Klein, Engineering Assistants to
Engineering Assistant Ill's.
Secretary of the District
None
Co-op
12. Authorize the hiring of students to fill ten positions in the Co-op program.
MISCELLANEOUS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Changes to job classification descriptions require Board approval. In the budget under the
Classification Descriptions tab, staff has updated various job classification descriptions and
deleted one job classification description for non-compliance with the State law pertaining
to affirmative action. Deletions to the job classification descriptions are denoted by
strikeouts and additions are found in bold print.
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POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: May 6, 1999
Subject: APPROVE PERSONNEL BUDGET REQUESTS FISCAL YEAR 1999-2000
To further enhance and clarify the State requirement for Engineering Assistant supervision
by a licensed land surveyor or registered engineer, staff has modified the language in the
attached class description.
MEET AND CONFER
The budget was distributed to the bargaining units. Local One requested to meet and
confer on the effects of the proposed reclassification; however, the meet and confer did
not result in any substantive changes to the budget document.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Personnel Budget requests for Fiscal Year 1999-2000.
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PERSONNEL BUDGET OVERVIEW
Budget Philosophy
The budget philosophy is based on past Board input, Strategic Planning workshops, and
current management practices. The budget philosophy focuses on the following four
areas:
. Contain costs
Be competitive
Avoid rate increase
Reduce unneeded positions
Reduce overtime
Improve efficiency
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Create flexibility
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Review single function positions
Broaden job classification descriptions
Provide cross-training
Maintain expertise
Flatten organization
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Provide adequate staffing level
Ensure compliance
Safe, reliable operations
Customer service issues
Anticipate future needs
. Maintain .Public. support
Maintain .Public" focus
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Employees Union, Local One
. Toll Free: 1-800-585-0054 . Fax: (510) 228-1099
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April 23, 1999
Mr. Paul Morsen
Director of Administration
Central ContraCosta.,Sanitary District
5019 Imhoff Drive
Martinez, California 94553
Dear Sir:
This is to notify you that on Friday, April 23rd, 1999 Paul
Kelly, Dave Rolley and Monica Raposa met and conferred with
the District on the 1999-2000 personnel budget. We are in
agreement on all items.
Sincerely yours,
2?~:~~A:ident
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Unit, Local One
DR/aw
cc: James Calvarese
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CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA
SANITARY DISTRICT
Effective:
Range: I
II
Respirator Class:
7/1/99
= G-60
= G-65
3
ENGINEERING ASSISTANT 1/11
DEFINITION
Perform a variety of complex accounting duties technical field, and/or office engineering
work which involves dealing with the public, servicing customer accounts, settling
resolving customer inquiries, problems, and complaints regarding regulations, rates,
charges, and overdue payments; perform specialized work related to providing technical
assistance at a public information counter and implementing District procedures for
development review and permit issuance; perform work related to the appraisal,
acquisition, transfer, sale and disposal of publicly owned real property and property rights;
process annexations; and as assigned, perform inspections and enforce District regulations
relating to construction of public and private sewage facilities.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Engineering Assistant I
This is the entry level class in a technical engineering series. Incumbents of this class
perform routine office and field engineering work that does not require previous specialized
experience. Generally, work is observed and reviewed both during performance and upon
completion, and changes in procedures or exceptions to rules are explained in detail as
they arise.
Engineering Assistant II
An Engineering Assistant II works under general supervision and is expected to perform
moderately complex procedures in carrying out a variety of office and field engineering
work. Work in this class is distinguished from that of the Engineering Assistant I class by
the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive general supervision from higher level engineering personnel.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant 1/11 (Continued)
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the
following:
Perform a variety of moderately complex accoullting mathematical calculations and
associated duties to service customer accounts for sewer service; deal with the public by
telephone or in person across the counter.
Handle customer inquiries or complaints requiring the use of judgement, tact, and the
interpretation of policies and procedures, or refer them to the appropriate personnel if
necessary.
Handle service inquiries or initial complaints from customers, some of whom may be irate
or difficult.
Perform clerical support functions by operating a personal computer or main frame
terminal.
Draft letters to members of the public.
Respond to a wide variety of technical and standard questions and inquiries from District
staff, contractors, builders, realtors, engineers, and the general public regarding
construction plans, specifications, District regulations, and permit requirements.
Calculate adjusted rates for sewer service charges on existing accounts; determine
appropriate charges of for new installation connections as assigned.
Review plans, calculate, and collect permit fees at a public counter; perform and review
mathematical calculations requiring algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
Issue a variety of permits subsequent to a detailed review of proposed plans.
Maintain files on att District projects.
Provide clear, concise, and accurate information to the public.
Review properties regarding ownership, restrictions, zoning, easements, etc.
Gather data and make recommendations regarding easements and rights of way.
Prepare complete and accurate technical reports, memoranda, and correspondence.
Maintain complete and accurate records.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant 1/11 {Continued}
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Conduct inspections of new private sewer lateral construction and repairs made by
contractors or other agencies.
Verify air tests and the proper cleaning of sewer lines.
Make detailed drawings of sewer lines and connections upon construction completion.
Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Engineering Assistant I
Knowledge of:
Mathematics as it applies to assigned area of work.
Financial analysis and report preparation practices.
Basic electronic data processing applications.
The use and operation of personal computers in business applications.
Safety hazards and appropriate precautions applicable to work assignments.
Ability to:
On a continuous basis observe customers' needs, and remember rules, rates,
customers, and location of information.
Intermittently sit at desk or computer terminal; have mobility between records
storage, copier, maps, permit counter; stand or work at permit counter looking at
maps and while waiting on the public; twist to reach equipment surrounding desk,
and perform simple grasping; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to
communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 25 pounds or less.
Depending on assignment, intermittently sit to drive or ride in a vehicle for long
periods of time, walk over a variety of terrain; stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and
twist at job sites.
Organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant 1/11 (Continued)
Ability to:
Express self clearly and concisely.
Deal tactfully and effectively with the public and District personnel.
Read and interpret rules, policies, and procedures.
Gather data, prepare reports, and maintain accurate records.
Maintain attention to detail with frequent interruptions.
Perform complex and routine clerical work.
Function in an electronic data processing environment.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide
the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain
the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Two years of experience in technical engineering work.
Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by courses
in mathematics, trigonometry, surveying, and drafting.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
May need to possess a valid California Driver's License as required by the position.
Engineering Assistant II
In addition to the qualifications for Engineering Assistant I:
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant 1/11 (Continued)
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of engineering and surveying as they apply to area of
assignment.
Basic programming, accounting and customer billing procedures to detect and
correct output errors.
Practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in the construction of sewer
collection facilities.
Policies, regulations, specifications, and requirements governing the construction,
extension, and maintenance of sewer system and facilities.
Principles and methods of easement preparation.
The form, purposes, and uses of land descriptions.
Ability to:
Intermittently analyze building plans and reports, identify parcels on maps and from
descriptions, interpret District code to fees and construction work, problem solve
the application of rules to new situations, and explain fees and regulations to
customers and keep co-workers informed.
Work under limited supervision.
Read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, survey notes, and related
materials.
Conduct detailed and accurate inspections of sewer system construction projects.
Analyze, interpret, apply, and explain complex and technical policies, procedures,
codes, statutes, descriptions, and documents; make recommendations.
Resolve problems and implement policies and procedures.
Accurately perform computations including those involving algebra, geometry, and
trigonometry as related to permit matters,
Analyze rates and charges and prepare reports thereon.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant 1/11
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide
the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain
the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Eighteen months of experience comparable to that of an Engineering
Assistant I class in the District.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA
SANITARY DISTRICT
Effective: 7/1/98
Range:
Respirator Class:
7/1/99
G-69
3
ENGINEERING ASSISTANT III
DEFINITION
Perform specialized, technical field, and/or office engineering work which may, as assigned,
involve subordinate surveying services tasks, reviewing plans using established review
criteria, performing moderately complex design work, identifying and obtaining real property
rights, monitoring and administering outside engineering or construction contracts, and
conducting a variety of special engineering and/or planning studies; perform inspections and
enforce District regulations relating to construction of public and private sewers; inspect
construction work performed on District structures, materials, instruments, and appurtenances
as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a specialized, advanced engineering class which recognizes work requiring significant
technical skills and knowledge. Positions assigned to the class of Engineering Assistant III
work with a minimum degree of supervision, using established procedures, guidelines, and
District policies. Work may involve moderately complex design work, research on a variety of
District projects, right-of-way identification and acquisition, contract administration,
construction inspection and/or development plan review and comment, using established
review criteria, operation of various survey instruments, use of computers with Coordinate
Geometry (C.O.G.O.) and Computer Aided Design Drafting (C.A.DD.), and analyzing field
information developed by a survey crew.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive direction from higher level professional or management personnel.
May exercise technical or functional supervision over less experienced engineering personnel
as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Act as an instrument person on a field survey crew operating electronic theodolite, ED.M., data
collector, and engineers' level.
Act as Survey Party Chief in his/her absence.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant III (Continued)
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Perform a variety of subordinate survey office work, for example: Prepare easement drawings
and descriptions, perform C.O.G.O., and traverse calculations using office computer and/or
programmable calculator, prepare boundary and topographic maps using C.AD.D. software
and plotter.
Perform a variety of data collection and research requiring office and field investigations.
May provide lead guidance to less experienced technical engineering personnel as assigned.
Review plans and specifications submitted by engineers for construction or modification of
facilities; determine if plans and specifications are in compliance with District requirements and
policies.
Conduct inspections of new public sewer mains and private sewer lateral construction and
repairs made by contractors or other agencies.
Assess the safety precautions taken on sewer construction sites and enforce District
specifications.
Make detailed drawings of sewer lines and connections upon construction completion.
Verify that proper permits and approved plans have been acquired to perform specified
work.
Inspect concrete, structural steel, process piping, shoring, storm drains, and work
performed by trades personnel on behalf of the District in the construction, modification,
or repair of District facilities.
Answer questions and respond to complaints from public or private agencies
concerning sewer problems, location of laterals, and repairs.
Conduct watershed capacity studies and local capacity studies.
Retrieve and collate data, back up materials, and engineering files in conjunction with grant
requirements.
Develop planning alternatives on collection system projects.
Assist project engineer in the areas of cost tracking and control, preparation of
correspondence, monitoring schedules, project status, and completion of as-built drawings.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant III (Continued)
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
May serve in a contract review and monitoring capacity as assigned. Provide attorneys and
department heads with pertinent contract documents.
May assist in project engineering and/or contract administration. Maintain records of contract
work performed on behalf of the District as assigned; ensure that progress payments are made
and that work percentages are in accordance with contracts.
Perform civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical inspections on a variety of facilities and
construction projects.
Assist in short and long range facilities and financial planning.
Prepare, assemble, and correlate plans and specifications for District projects with project
engineering staff; prepare sketches and diagrams; design sewer collection system pipelines
and other types of projects and construction; prepare cost estimates and schedules.
Prepare clear and concise data summaries and written reports.
Contact other agencies, developers, and contractors regarding construction in the service area.
Act as, or assist the project engineer in the areas of cost tracking and control, preparation of
correspondence, monitoring schedules, project status, and completion of as-built drawings;
negotiate contract changes with outside contractors; may serve in contract review and
monitoring capacity as assigned.
Catalog, review, and route contract proposals, submittals, drawings, and plans for review,
changes, and subsequent approval.
Review and identify defects in sewer construction; assist in the determination of District course
of action.
Respond to inquiries and requests; prepare letters and other forms of correspondence.
Process and route plans submitted by engineers for the construction and modification of
facilities.
Research, compile, and relay information regarding inspection activities to outside contractors
and other District staff.
Perform a variety of special projects as assigned; collect and organize data and back-up
materials in conjunction with inspection studies and reports.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant III (Continued)
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Respond to a variety of technical and routine inquiries and requests from the general public
including outside contractors regarding construction plans, specifications, and inspection
requirements.
May provide guidance to inspection personnel as assigned.
Contact other agencies, developers, and contractors regarding construction in the service area.
Schedule and coordinate inspection of private sewer projects.
Participate in coordinating inspection activities with other District staff.
Maintain and process records of contract work on behalf of the District as assigned.
Investigate properties regarding ownership, restrictions, zoning, easements, etc.
Order and review title reports.
Prepare and handle execution of instruments pertaining to property rights.
Gather and analyze data, prepare reports, legal descriptions, and documents relating to and
negotiating for easements, rights-of-way, licenses, permits, leases and other property rights.
As assigned, perform a variety of materials tests and take soils samples.
Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledae of:
Construction practices, procedures, methods, materials, tools, equipment, and supplies,
as applicable to the area of assignment.
Codes, regulations, specifications, ordinances, and enforcement procedures
applicable to the area of assignment.
Principles and practices of engineering.
Mathematics as it applies to assigned responsibilities.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant III (Continued)
Knowledae of:
Methods and materials in the construction of se.....er collection facilities.
Materials, methods, and operations of sewage collection, treatment, and facilities
construction.
Construction practices, procedures, methods, materials, tools, equipment, and
supplies as applicable to the area of assignment.
Contract purposes and terminology as they apply to assigned administrative
responsibilities.
Policies and regulations governing the construction, extensions, easement
requirements, and maintenance of District sewer systems and facilities.
Surveying methods, practices, techniques, equipment, and instruments and their proper
use, maintenance, and application.
Use of computers for survey applications, C.O.G.O. and C.A.DD. software. as well as
MS DOS.
Property deeds and legal descriptions of property.
Methods and techniques of engineering, drafting, and estimating.
Research and data collection methods and applications to assigned duties.
Safety hazards and appropriate precautions applicable to work assignments.
Abilitv to:
Continuously analyze plans; interpret project proposals, plans, and specifications;
design engineering solutions; understand and explain engineering procedures and
terminology, and perform mathematical calculations. Intermittently analyze jobsite
conditions for survey layout, identify survey monumentation, and explain instructions to
temporary employees. identify, interpret, explain, and enforce construction
standards, contract provisions, and specifications.
Sit at a desk for long periods of time, write or use a keyboard to communicate through
written means, occasionally walk through and inspect construction sites, perform simple
grasping, pushing and pulling, fine manipulation, and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds
or less.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant III (Continued)
Abilitv to:
When assigned to Surveyor Inspection, sit to drive or ride in a vehicle for long periods
of time on a continuous basis; intermittently sit at a desk; continuously walk over a
variety of terrain; intermittently stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist at job sites;
write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; perform simple
and power grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manipulation; lift or carry weight of 50 pounds
or less; and hear traffic noise and observe oncoming traffic for safety. When assigned
to Inspection, intermittently lift manhole covers weighing 50 to 80 pounds. May
be required to communicate via radio and hear radio dispatch.
Conduct detailed and accurate inspections of District construction projects.
Perform technical research and provide reliable advice on engineering problems.
Read and interpret engineering and construction plans, blueprints, and drawings.
Prepare detailed drawings of sewer locations and facilities.
Perform a variety of contract monitoring and administration functions, as assigned.
Enforce District policies and appropriate state and federal laws, codes, and regulations.
Use a variety of graphics tools and materials.
Perform engineering and mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.
Maintain a variety of reports, files, and engineering records.
Perform difficult survey related office work using a computer with C.O.G.O. and
C.A.D.D. software and difficult calculations, computations related to survey work and the
preparation of plats and plans, and a variety of property related research and analysis
including writing and checking of legal descriptions.
Operate electronic survey instruments with data collectors and engineers' level.
Serve as Survey Party Chief in his/her absence.
Use and care for engineering and drafting instruments and equipment.
Perform assigned duties with a significant degree of independence.
Respond effectively to engineering questions and inquiries.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant III (Continued)
Abilitv to:
Deal firmly and tactfully with contractors and property owners.
Provide training and lead guidance to less experienced technical engineering staff as
assigned.
Keep accurate field observations and records.
Use computers to compile and retrieve data.
Learn and observe all appropriate safety precautions as required by the District
including, but not limited to, Cal/OSHA General Industry Safety Orders, the District's
Respiratory Protection Program, and District Safety Directives.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the
required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the
knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Five years of experience in technical engineering work, comparable to that of
an Engineering Assistant 1/11, including two years of experience in
inspection of sewage treatment, industrial or public works facilities or
comparable complexity when assigned to Inspection.
Education:
Equivalent to an Associate of Science degree in engineering or closely related
field.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
May need to possess a valid California Driver's License as required by the position..
When assigned to Inspection, must possess a valid California Driver's License.
A Land Surveyor in Training (L.S.LT.) certificate is desirable for those working principally
in the area of survey services.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA
SANITARY DISTRICT
Effective:
Range:
Respirator Class:
7/1/99
S-72
3
SUPERVISING ENGINEERING ASSISTANT
DEFINITION
Perform highly technical engineering work for various District sevller collection systenls
facilities and related appurtenances; supervise other technical engineering staff.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Supervising Engineering Assistant class is an advanced level, supervisory class which
requires knowledge, skills, and abilities generally reserved for experienced engineering
staff. Positions assigned to this class are responsible for the Right of Way Plan Review
and Permit functions. Incumbents in this class provide less experienced technical staff
with supervision, instruction, training, and work assignments as necessary. Work
performed by Supervising Engineering Assistants is normally reviewed only upon
completion and for overall results.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive direction from higher level professional or management personnel.
Exercise direct supervision over lower level engineering staff.
When assigned engineering or surveying work, receive direct supervision from the
registered engineer and/or land surveyor in responsible charge.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the
following:
May Ssupervise Right of Way, iPlan Review, iPermit, and/or other engineering functions;
provide information to the public relating to real property, easements, annexation and
review, negotiate easement documents, property agreements, and annexations. Provide
review of design drawings submitted by engineers for developer sponsored sewer projects.
Administer the collection of and reimbursement and of District fees for sewer connections.
Provide supervision over less experience engineering and technical staff; assign and review
work; conduct performance evaluations.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Supervising Engineering Assistant (Continued)
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Inspect and evaluate sewer collection system problems, develop and recommend
engineering solutions, and prepare estimates and schedules for the repair work.
Perform in the capacity of project engineer on collection system projects.
Review and interpret plans and specifications; make recommendations for improvements
and compliance with District standards.
Prepare construction estimates, bid proposal packages, specifications, and time schedules
for a variety of engineering projects; evaluate biddability and constructability.
Deal effectively with the public.
Gather and analyze data, prepare reports, legal descriptions, and documents relating to
and negotiating for the purchase, sale, rental, or transfer of land, structures, easements,
rights-of-way, licenses, permits, leases, and other property rights.
Resolve encroachment issues related to District easements.
Work with the engineer or land surveyor in responsible charge, survey crew, plan review
staff, and right-of-way personnel in determining accurate measurements and resolving field
problems as they arise.
Establish and maintain a variety of engineering records, files, and related documents.
Prepare a variety of clear and concise technical reports as assigned.
Participate in District bidding procedures and prepare bid tabulations and data for eventual
evaluation of bids.
Contact other agencies and utilities to review field problems relating to the planning,
construction, or repair of District sewer collection facilities.
Revise District standard specifications and contracts as assigned.
Perform related duties as required.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Supervising Engineering Assistant (Continued)
EXAMPLES OF NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the
following:
Perform rReview the condition of internal sewers collection systems using closed circuit
television tapes.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in the design and
construction of sewerage collection systems and related facilities.
Surveying principles, practices, nomenclature, symbols, and equipment.
Principles and methods of real property appraisal and negotiation for the acquisition,
management, sale, disposal, or transfer of real property and property rights.
Real estate law, land transaction procedures, and instruments.
District specifications, requirements, and policies regarding sewer construction and
design.
Engineering drafting techniques and practices.
Principles and applications of mathematics including algebra, trigonometry, and
geometry.
Safety hazards and appropriate precautions applicable to work assignments.
Abilitv to:
On a continuous basis analyze plans and legal documents; interpret project
proposals, plans and specifications; understand and explain engineering procedures
and terminology., kl,ovv all aspects of real property laws and principles.
Intermittently identify properties on maps and from descriptions, interpret legal
descriptions, observe conditions which affect District sewer mains, problem solve
solutions to customer problems while meeting the District's practice standards,
remember people, events, and statements made several weeks to years previously,
and explain rules of the District to home owners and others.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Supervising Engineering Assistant (Continued)
Ability to:
Sit at desk or computer terminal for long periods of time. Intermittently walk and
stand to review project sites; bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist to check trench
conditions; perform simple and power grasping, pushing and pulling; write or use
keyboard to communicate through written means; lift or carry weight of 25 pounds
or less. May be required to communicate via radio and hear radio dispatch signal.
Respond appropriately to technical questions regarding the design and construction
of the sewerage collection system from contractors, outside engineers,
representatives from other agencies, and other District staff.
Provide technical training and advice to less experienced engineering personnel.
Assign and review the work of others assigned to an engineering design project.
Supervise subordinate staff.
Read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, blueprints, survey notes, and
related materials.
Prepare maps, sketches, graphs, and charts.
Perform technical and complex calculations with speed and accuracy.
Analyze data and make sound recommendations based upon analysis.
Perform and review a wide variety of drafting work in conjunction with assigned
projects.
Establish and maintain accurate and complete engineering records and files.
Maintain productive working relationships with professional and technical staff.
Inspect field construction work and identify problems and discrepancies with design
plans.
Learn and observe all appropriate safety precautions as required by the District
including, but not limited to, Cal/OSHA General Industry Safety Orders, the
District's Respiratory Protection Program, and District Safety Directives.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Supervising Engineering Assistant (Continued)
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide
the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain
the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Two years of experience comparable to that of an Engineering Assistant III
in the District
Education:
Equivalent to an Associate of Science degree in engineering or a closely
related field.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.