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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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POSITION
PAPER
BOARD MEETING OF
A rll 7, 1988
NO.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR 14
SUBJECT
DATE
ESTABLISH MAY 5, 1988, AS THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC
HEARING ON ANNEXATION 98 AS AMENDED BY THE LOCAL Jll]ENCY
FORMATION COMMISSION
March 30, 1988
TYPE OF ACTION
SET HEARING
SUBMITTED BY
Dennis Hall, Associate Engineer
INITIATING DEPT./DIV.
Engineering Department/
Construction Division
ISSUE: LAFCO has added properties to several of the parcels which are a part of
the above-referenced District annexation. A public hearing must be held before
this District can order the annexation of these amended parcels.
BACKGROUND: The above-referenced annexation was sent to LAFCO as required for the
formal annexation process. LAFCO has amended the boundaries of several of the
parcels as submitted by the District. The amended parcels are designated as D.A.
98, Parcels B, C, E, and F. As required by law, staff will notify all affected
property owners 15 days prior to the public hearing.
RECOMME~DATION: Set a public hearing date on May 5, 1988, for the annexation of
the above-referenced territories as amended by LAFCO.
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION
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POSITION
PAPER
BOARD MEETING OF
NO.
April 7, 1988
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR 15
SUBJECT
APPROVE THE ATTENDANCE OF BHUPINDER S. DHALIWAL,
LABORATORY SUPERINTENDENT, AT THE ASTM SYMPOSIUM ON
AQUATIC TOXICOLOOY AND HAZARD ASSESSMENT
DATE
April 1, 1988
TYPE OF ACTION
APPROVE ATTENDANCE
SUBMITTED BY
William E. Brennan
Plant Operations Division Manager
INITIATING DEPT.lDIv"l t 0 ti De tm t
r an pera ons par en
Operations Division
ISSUE: The Board of Directors must approve attendance at an out-of-state conference
in Sparks, Nevada.
aACKGROUND: In August 1987 the Regional Water Qual ity Control Board (RWQCB)
mandated an eff1 uent characterization and toxicity reduction eva1 uation program for
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District and other major dischargers. The effluent
characterizati on program invo1 ves sensitive 1 ife stage bi oassays of several aq uati c
species using recently developed protocols. Central Contra Costa Sanitary District is
required to develop a program plan for these special studies by July 1988. The plan
must describe species selection, qual ity assurance/control, sampl ing sites, sampl ing
procedures, ambient water collection, and testing procedures and techniques.
Sensitive life-stage bioassays are relatively new techniques in the water pollution
control field. The procedures are still evolving. Several authorities in this field,
including researchers and regulators from the Environmental Protection Agency, are
presenting new and improved techniques in aquatic toxicology and hazard assessment at
the ASTM Symposium on Aquatic Toxicology and Hazard Assessment in Sparks, Nevada,
April 24 - 26, 1988. The topics range from recent regulations in toxicity control to
laboratory and field techniques in conducting sensitive life-stage tests on several
aq uati c speci es.
Since the program for the symposium was not available last May in time for the 1987 -
1988 training budget, no funds were budgeted to cover it. However, $450 was
budgeted for Mr. Dhaliwal to attend the California Water Pollution Control Association
(CWPCA) annual conference in Sacramento. Approval is requested for attendance by
Bhupinder S. Dhal iwal at the ASTM symposium instead of the QlPCA annual conference.
This will not adversely impact the Plant Operations Department Technical Training
Conferences and Meetings Budget.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the attendance of Bhupinder S. Dhaliwal at the ASTM symposium
on Aquatic Toxicology and Hazard Assessment in Sparks, Nevada.
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION
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Centra~ ~ontra Costa Sanitary LJistrict
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POSITION
PAPER
BOARD MEETING OF
April 7, 1988
NO.
V.
ENGINEERING 1
AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH JOHN CAROLLO
ENGINEERS FOR DESIGN OF THE MARTINEZ EARLY START
SEWER IMPROVEMENTS, DP 4429
DATE
April 1, 1988
TYPE OF ACTION
SUBJECT
AUTHORIZE
AGREEMENT
SUBMEJF~~~ W. Swanson
Principal Engineer
INITI~TING DEPT./QIV.
~nglneerlng Department
Engineering Division
ISSUE: Authorization by the Board of Directors is required for the General
Manager-Chief Engineer to execute an agreement and/or amendment to a consulting
engineering agreement when it is greater than $50,000.
BACKGROUND: The concept of "early start" sewer improvements is described under
the Martinez Sewer Improvement Facilities Plan Project on page CS-49 of the
1987-88 Capital Improvement Budget. The early start improvements will correct the
more critical sewer capacity and structural problems that were identified during
the first phase of the Martinez Facilities Plan. Sewer improvements under the
Early. Start Project include installation of 2,200 feet of 33-inch sewer and 900
feet of 8-inch sewer along lower Berrellesa Street, 600 feet of 8-inch sewer along
Brown and Arreba streets, and 900 feet of new 8-inch sewer along Marina Vista and
Estudillo streets.
Following a formal request for proposals, John Carollo Engineers (JCE) was
selected to design the early start sewer improvements. John Carollo Engineers has
extensive experience in designing small and large diameter sewer systems,
including the District's 1-680 trunk sewer relocations and portions of the Walnut
Creek bypass sewer. A cost reimbursement agreement has been negotiated with JCE
with a cost ceiling of $83,800.
There are a number of projects of this type which will need to be completed in the
future. The Engineering Division Personnel Budget Request for Fiscal Year
1988-1989 provides for additional staff to be added in late fall of 1988 with the
intent being to complete many of the small sewer design projects in-house. Since
the Martinez Early Start Projects are scheduled for construction in 1988, it was
necessary to involve an outside consultant.
Because of its length and nature, this project is categorically exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act. A Notice of Categorical Exemption will be
filed later during project design.
Funding for the early start sewer improvements was authorized in the 1987-88
Capital Improvement Budget as part of the Martinez Sewer Improvement Facilities
Plan.
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the
agreement with John Carollo
Improvements Project.
General
Engineers
Manager-C"J, i (>f Engineer to
b" the ~lartinez Early
execute the
Starl Sewer
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION
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POSITION PAPER BOARD MEETING OF April 7, 1988
SUB-MOPT A NEW a.ASS DESCRIPTION FOR INSPECTION moRDINATOR
RANGE G-67 (S2792/~.-S3380/Jl).); REQASSIFY ONE POSITION
OF ENGINEERING ASSISTANT IN THE mllECTION SYSTEM INSPECT-
TION SECTION TO INSPECTION COORDINATOR; ADOPT A REVISED
QASS DESaUPTION FOR ENGINEERING ASSISTANT RANGE G-69
CS2931/MO. TO S3543/~.)
NO.
VI I. PERSONNEL
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DATE
March 29 1988
TYPE OF ACTION
PERSONNEL
SUBMITTED BY
INITIATING DEPT.lDIV.
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, Construction Division r.
Construction Division
ISSUE: Board action is required to adopt a new class description, revise an
existing class description and establish a salary range for a new position.
BACKGROUND: Edward Bokinskie retired in late January, 1988. Mr. Bokinskie was an
Engineering Assistant and worked in the Collection System Inspection Section of the
Construction Division. Upon his retirement the duties of his position and similar
duties in other sections of the Construction Division were reviewed. Certain
duties which are now a part of the permit and plan review functions are directly
rel ated to contractors and i nspecti on. These duti es and other i nspecti on duti es
have been combined into a new class description entitled Inspection Coordinator.
(See Attachment A) The performance of these duties by one person will result in
efficiencies in the inspection area.
The creation of the new class description requires two concurrent actions. First,
a new class description of Inspection Coordinator must be adopted. Second, the now
vacant position of Engineering Assistant in the Collection System Inspection
Section must be reclassified to Inspection Coordinator.
A third associated action is also desirable at this time which is the revising of
the exi sti ng Engi neeri ng Assi stant cl ass descri pti on to del ete i nspecti on rel ated
duti es that were sol ely rel ated to Mr. Boki nski e. In November, 1987, the Board
adopted a rev i sed cl ass descri pti on for Engi neeri ng Assi stant. Duti es whi ch were
performed by Mr. Bokinskie were added to the class description at that time. Those
duties will no longer be needed in the Engineering Assistant description when the
Inspection Coordinator position is adopted. A revised class description for
Engineering Assistant with those duties deleted has been prepared (See Attachment
B). This revised class description is proposed for adoption by the Board.
The Personnel Committee reviewed the proposed actions on March 28, 1988 and concurs
with staff's recommendati on. Pursuant to Member Boney steel e' s suggesti on, a 1 ine
has been added to each of the attached descri pti ons regardi ng the abil ity to use
computers. Staff also reviewed the requirement for an A.S. degree for the
Inspection Coordinator and recommends that it be retained.
RECOtIENDATION: Adopt a new class description for Inspection Coordinator, Range
G-67 ($2792/Mo. to $3380/Mo.); reclassify one position of Engineering Assistant in
the Collection System Inspection Section to Inspection Coordinator; adopt a revised
class description for Engineering Assistant, Range G-69 ($2931/Mo. to $3543/Mo.)
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER BOARD MEETING OF April 7~ 1988
SU81'BOPT A NEW Q.ASS DESaUPTlON FOR INSPECTION moRDINATOR
RANGE &-67 (S2792/tI>.-$3380/tI>.); REQASSIFY ONE POSITION
OF ENGINEERING ASSISTANT IN lHE mLLECTI<W SYSTEM INS~CT-
TION SECTION TO INSPECTION moRDINATOR; ADOPT A REVISED
a.ASS DESCRIPTION FOR ENGINEERING ASSISTANT RANGE &-69
(S2931/tI>. TO S3543/tI>.)
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NO.
VII. PERSONNEL 1
DATE
M rch 29 1988
TYPE or: ACTION
PERSONNa
SUBMITTED BY
INITIATING DEPT.lDIV.
, Construction Division r.
Construction Division
~: Board action is required to adopt a new class description, revise an
existing class description and establish a salary range for a new position.
BACKGROUND: Edward Bok1nsk1e retired in late January, 1988. Mr. Bok1nsk1e was an
Engineering Assistant and worked in the Collection System Inspection Section of the
Construction Division. Upon his retirement the duties of his position and similar
duties in other sections of the Construction Division were reviewed. Certain
duties which are now a part of the permit and plan review funct1on!i are directly
related to contractors and inspection. These duties and other inspection duties
have been combined into a new class description entitled Inspection Coordinator.
(See Attachment A) The performance of these duties by one person wlll result in
efficiencies in the inspection area.
The creation of the new class description requires two concurrent actions. First,
a new class description of Inspection Coordinator must be adopted. Second, the now
vacant position of Engineering Assistant in the Collection System Inspection
Section must be reclassified to Inspection Coordinator.
A third associated action is also desirable at this time which is the ~ev1s1ng of
the existing Engineering Assistant class description to delete inspection related
duties that were solely related to Mr. Bokinsk1e. In November, 1987, the Board
adopted a revised class description for Engineering Assistant. Duties which were
performed by Mr. Bok1nsk1e were added to the class description at that time. Those
duties will no longer be needed in the Engineering Assistant description when the
Inspection Coordinator position is adopted. A revised class description for _
Engineering Assistant with those duties deleted has been prepared (See Attachment
B). This revised class description is proposed for adoption by the Board.
The Personnel Committee reviewed the proposed actions on March 28, 1988 and concurs
with staff's recommendation. Pursuant to Member Boneysteele's suggestion, a line
has been added to each of the attached descr1 pt1 ons regard1 ng the ab1l1ty to use
computers. Staff also reviewed the requirement for an A.S. degree for the
Inspection Coordinator and recommends that it be retained.
RECXMENDATIOH: Adopt a new class description for Inspection Coordinator, Range
G-67 (S2792/Mo. to $3380/Mo.); reclassify one position of Engineering Assistant in
the Collection System Inspection Section to Inspection Coordinator; adopt a revised
class description for Engineering Ass1stant~ Range G-69 (S2991/Mo. to S3543/Mo.)
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION
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ATTAOiMENT A
CENTRAl.. CONTRA COSTA
SANITARY DISTRICT
DRAFT: 3/14/88
Range: G-67
INSPECTION (X)()R()INATOR
DEFIN ITION
Perform speci alized technical office work rel ated to the inspection of
construction projects; coordinate the work of the Inspection Section with
other sections, diviSions, departments, and the public; perform research,
analysis, and compile technical reports.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive general supervision from higher level professional or supervisory
personnel.
May exercise technical or functional supervision over less experienced
personnel.
EXAMPLES OF DUT.lES
Duties may inclUde, but are not limited to, the following:
Coordinate television inspections and sewer taps with the Collection
System Operations Department; perform review of closed circuit
television tapes, make decisions regarding acceptability of work.
Work closely with and make recommendations to inspection staff, plan
review staff, right-of-way personnel and management personnel in
resolving field design and safety problems as they arise.
Contact other agencies and utilities to confirm the completion and
acceptance of new sewers.
Contact developers and contractors regarding the completion of
construction projects; identify work needed to complete; expedite the
completion of the work; prepare correspondence regarding construction
problems and/or violations.
Process and route plans submitted by engineers for the construction
and modification of facilities; participate in the review and.
processing of AS-built sewer drawings.
Process owner's sewer improvement agreements and bonds, release
project securities.
May provide guidance to inspection personnel as assigned.
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Assist in the scheduling of inspectors for private sewer projects.
Maintain and process records of contract work on behalf of the
District as assigned.
Coordinate inspection activities with the Pennit and Plan Review
Sections; eval uate construction problems and recommend changes to
procedures and improvements to plans.
Research, compfl e and rel ay infonnation regarding inspection
activities to outside contractors and other District staff.
May conduct inspections of new public and private sewer construction
and repairs made by contractors or other agencies as assigned.
Perfonn a variety of special projects as assigned; collect and
organize data and back-up material s in conj unction with inspection
studies and reports; prepare clear and concise studies and reports.
Assist in the preparation and administration of the opera,tion and
maintenance budget.
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.
Research and resolve problems related to missing sewer laterals.
Mai ntai n records and enforce requi rements for contractor insurance
and security deposits.
Perfonn related duties as required.
QUAI.. IFlCATIONS
Knowledae of:
General construction inspection practices, procedures, and methods.
Principles and practices of engineering and surveying as they apply
to area of assignment.
Practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in the construction
of sewer collection facilities.
Pol icies, regul ations, specifications, and requi rements governing the ..
construction, extension, and maintenance of sewer systems and
facn ities.
Mathematics as it applies to assigned area of work.
Methods and techniques of engineering, drafting, and estimating.
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Research and data collection methods and applications to assigned
duties.
Safety hazards and appropriate precautions applicable to work
assignments.
Ability to:
Read and interpret engineering plans, specifications,. survey notes,
and related materials.
Maintain a variety of records, files, and engineering records.
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 inspection matters.,
Use computers to compile and retrieve data.
Prepare clear and concise technical
correspondence, and other documents.
records,
mElTloranda,
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted
in the course of the work.
Perform technical research and recommend sol utions to inspection
problElTls.
Enforce District
regul ati ons.
Prepare maps, sketches, graphs, and charts.
policies,
procedures,
specifications,
and
Perform assigned duties with a significant degree of independence and
make effective judgments regarding compliance to District standards.
Respond effectively to a variety of questions, inquiries, and
complaints.
Provide trai ni ng and 1 ead gui dance to less experienced technical
engineering staff as assigned.
Learn and observe all appropri ate safety preca uti ons as requi red by
the District including, but not limited to, Ca1/0SHA General Industry
Safety Orders and the District's Respiratory Protection Program.
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Exoerience and Education
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely
provide the requi red knowledge and abil ities woul d be qual ifying. A
typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Four years of experience in technical engineering work including
construction inspection.
Education:
Equivalent to possession of an A.S. degree in engineering or
closely related field. Courses in mathematics, drafting,
materials and surveying are desirable.
licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
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CENTRAL OONTRA OOSTA
SANITARY DISTRICT
DRAFT 3/10/88
Range: G-69
EJ.UNEERI~ ASSISTANT
DEFINITION
Perform speci a1 fzed, technical fie1 d, and/or office engineering work which
may, as assigned, involve reviewing plans using established review criteria,
performing moderately complex design work, monitoring and achinistering
outsi de eng1 neeri ng or construction contracts, and conducti ng a variety of
special engi neeri ng and/or pl ann1 ng studi es; 1 nspect constructi on work
performed on District structures, materials, instruments, and appurtenances
as assi gned.
DISTI~UISHING OtARACTERIsncs
This is a specialized, advanced engineering class which recognizes work
requiring significant technical skills and knowledge. Positions assigned to
the c1 ass of Engi neeri ng Assi stant work with a mi n1mum degree of super-
vision, using established procedures, guidelines, and Distriq policies.
Work may involve moderately complex design work, research on a variety
of 01 stri ct proj ects, contract achi ni strati on, and/or development p1 an
review and comment, using established review criteria.
SUPERV ISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive direction from higher level professional or management staff.
May exercise technical or functional supervision over less experienced
engineering personnel as assigned.
EXAM=\.ES OF DUTIES - Duti es may inc1 ude, but are not 1 imited to, the
foll ow ing:
As assigned, conduct routi ne and compl ex i nspecti ons of new pub1 ic sewer
mains and private sewer lateral construction and repairs made by contractors
or other agencies; perform civil, structural, mechanical, and e1 ectrica1
inspections on a variety of facn ities and construction projects; perform
safety 1nspectfons as required.
Assist in short'and long range facilities and financial planning.
Review p1 ans and specificati ons submitted by engi neers for constructi on or
modification of facn ities; determine if pl ans and specifications are in
compliance with District requirements and policies.
Perform a variety of special projects as assigned. t~t7~_f~~//~v'f1f~g
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Gather data for watershed capacity studies and local capacity studies.
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CENlRAL CONlRA CX>STA SANITARY DISlRICT
Engineering Assistant (Continued)
EXAMR. ES OF OOTIES
Prepare, assembl e, and correl ate TJJlstf#:t/ 1~cNr/~, pl ans and specifica-
tions for District projects with project engineering staff, ~~(/rJr#.
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Prepare clear and concise data summaries and written reports.
May provide lead guidance to less experienced technical engineering
personnel as assigned.
Contact other utilities and agencies regarding growth in the service area.
hcttI 1-'_1 1 /Jtl lasi st the project engi neer in the areas of cost tracki ng and
control, preparation of correspondence, monitoring schedules, project
status, and completion of as-built drawings, "'a~tt.t~/toritf.ttltM.ri~sl.A~
fllfV,YrJ,lr/;rIrJf.v;.r/:'(.fJv;( may serve in contract review and monitoring,capacity as
assi gned.
assist in ion;
May ,rtfiY1_; proj ect engi neeri ng and/or -.t'/.I/IN contract achli ni strat,st ,s,r
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provide attorneys and depar'bnent heads with pertinent contract documents.
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 contractsi..;.1~;.1~/;./~;.;1;t.YI;flr;1;.t;_lff1;jl
Cata 109' rev i ew and route contract propose 1 s, subm i tta 1 s, draw i ngs, and
plans for review, changes, and subsequent approval.
Perform a variety of data collection and research requiring office and field
1 nvest1 gati ons.
Review and identify defects in sewer construction, assist in the determina-
ti on of Di stri ct course of acti on.
Respond to 1nqui ries and requests, prepare letters and other forms of
cor respondence.
Perform related duties as required.
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CENTRAl.. CONTRA OOSTA SAN IT MY DISTRICT"
Engineering Assistant (Continued)
EXAMPlES OF OOTIES (Continued)
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(lJAI.. IFI CATIONS
Know 1 edge of:
Construction practices, procedures, methods, materials, tools,
equipment, and supplies, as applicable to the area of assignment.
Principles and practices of engineering.
Mathematics as it applies to assigned responsibilities.
Methods and materials in the construction of sewer collection
faci 1 iti es.
Contract purposes and terminology as they apply to assigned
administrative responsibilities.
Polici es and regul ati ons governi ng the constructi on, extensi ons, and
maintenance of District sewer systems and facilities.
Methods and techniques of engineering, drafting, and estimating.
Research and data collection methods and applications to assigned
duties.
Safety hazards and appropri ate precautions applicabl e to work
assignments.
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CENTRAL CONTRA roSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Engineering Assistant (Continued)
Abi 1 ity to:
Conduct detailed and accurate inspections of District construction
proj ects.
Perform technical research and provide reliable advice on engineering
probl ems.
Read and interpret engineering and construction plans, blueprints, and
drawings.
Perform a variety of contract monitoring and administration functions,
as assi gned.
Enforce District policies and appropriate state and federal laws,
codes, and regulations.
Use a variety of graphics tools and materials.
Perform engineering calculations with speed and accuracy.
Maintain a variety of reports, files, and engineering records.
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.
Provide training and lead guidance to less experienced technical
engineering staff as assigned.
Learn and observe all appropriate safety precautions as required by the
District including, but not limited to, eal/OSHA General Industry
Safety Orders and the District's Respiratory Protection Program.
Use computers to compile and retrieve data.
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.
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Education:
Equivalent to possession of an A.S. degree in engineering or
closely rel ated fiel d.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
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Centra:.. Contra Costa Sanitar) District
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PAGE 1 OF 2
POSITION
PAPER
BOARD MEETING OF
April 7, 1988
NO.
VI!.
PERSONNEL
2
SUBJECT
DATE
March 23, 1988
AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE SEASONAL EJFlOYEES
TYPE OF ACTION
PERSONNB.
SUBMITTED BY INITIATING DEPT./DIV.
Cathryn Radin Freitas_ Personnel Officer Administrative/Personnel
ISSUE:
District staff has assessed its needs for seasonal help in 1988.
BAa<GROUND: Each year the District hires students during the summer months for
vacation relief, cleanup, and special projects; and during the school year or
semester breaks for additional assistance. Authorization was given for forty-one
student posi ti ons 1 ast year. Approval is requested for th i rty-ei ght seasonal
positions in Fiscal Year 1988-89.
A summary of the requests for seasonal employees is attached.
The hourly wages for seasonal employees will remain the same as in 1987. It is
recommended that the hourly rate for seasonal employees be as follows:
Student Positions*
Proposed Salary
No experience necessary, i.e., clerical,
laborers, grounds
$ 6.50
Technical, i.e., drafting, survey
$ 8.00
$10.00
Professional, i.e., chemist, engineer
* For €Nery year a student returns, add $1.00 per hour to a maximum of three
additi onal summers. For exampl e, a student 1 aborer who has worked here for the
past two summers would receive $8.50 per hour this summer. The extra dollar would
recognize experience and serve as an incentive for returning students.
The approximate cost of this action will be $199,819 from departmental 0 & M budgets.
The Board Personnel Committee has reviewed this request.
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the hiring of 38 persons for seasonal employment.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PAGE 1 OF 3
POSITION PAPER BOARD MEETING OF
A r il 7, 1988
NO.
V I I. PERSONNa. 3
SUBJECT
DATE
RECEIVE AND CONSIDER PERSONNa. BUDGET REQUESTS FOR
FISCAl YEAR 1988-89
March 25, 1988
TYPE OF ACTION
RECEIVE BUDGET
SUBMITTED BY
INITIATING DEPT./DIV.
Cathryn Freitas. Personnel Officer
A~inistrative/Personnel
ISSUE: Staff has analyzed its personnel needs for Fi scal Year 1988-89 and is
submitting its requests for Board review prior to final Board consideration and
approval at the April 21st Board meeting.
BACKGROUND: Each department has reviewed its staffing requirements for Fiscal Year
1988-89. The Personnel Budget includes memoranda from each department (Attachments
I, II, III, IV, V & VI) with detailed explanations on the effect of these recommended
staffing changes.
The attached summary sheet (Attachment I) highl ights each department's staffing
requests and summarizes their effect on the number of total authorized positions in
the District. As shown in the summary, the total number of authorized positions in
the District would increase by eight (8) over last year; the number of requested new
positions (9) is partially offset by a position recommended for deletion (1).
In addition to the increased number of positions, the salaries and wages in the
1988-89 0 & M Departmental Budgets will increase from the previous year due to the
following:
o Any salary adjustment subject to the current meet and confer negotiations;
o Merit increases scheduled in 1988-1989;
o Filling authorized positions which were vacant in 1987-1988; and
o Positions authorized in 1987-1988 which were budgeted for a partial year because
of the time required to fill positions.
On Monday, March 28, 1988, the Personnel Committee met to review the proposed budget.
The following Board authorizations and modifications to the District staffing charts
were discussed and are presented below for your consideration:
Administrative Department
1.) Add one Personnel Assistant, 5-52, $1966-$2375.
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION
SUBJECT
POSITION PAPER
APPROVE PERSa.NB... BUDGET REQUESTS
FOR FISCAL YEAR 1988-89
PAGE
DATE
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April 7, 1988
Collection System Operations Department
2.) Delete one Collection System Superintendent, S-77, $3560-$4312.
3.) Add one Associate Engineer, S-77, $3560-$4312.
4.) Add one Collection System Technician, salary and class description to be
reviewed and adopted by the Board at a later date.
Plant Operations Department
5.) Add one Plant Operator III, G-65, $2660-$3224.
Engineering Department
6.) Add one Secretary 1/11, G-45, $1661-$2003.
7.) Add one Administrative Analyst, G-68, $2860-$3461.
8.) Add one Engineering Assistant, G-69, $2931-$3541.
9.) Add two entry-level engineers, salary and class description to be reviewed and
adopted by the Board at a later date.
Co-op Progru
10.) Authorize the hiring of students to fill nine positions in the Co-op Program.
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and consider the Personnel Budget for Fiscal Year 1988-1989 herein identified
by items one through ten. The budget will be submitted for fi nal approval at the
April 21, 1988 Board Meeting.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PAGE 1 OF 11
POSITION
PAPER
BOARD MEETING OF
April 7, 1988
NO.
VII 1.
SOLI D WASTE
SUBJECT
DATE
FURlHER REV IEW OF lHE RETURN ON EQUITY MElHOD FOR
DETERMINING REFUSE COLLECTORS' ALLOWABLE PROFIT
April 1, 1988
TYPE OF ACTION
CONSIDER RATE-
SETTING PROPOSAL
SUBMITTED BY
INITIATING DEPT./DIV.
Walter Funasaki, Finance Officer
Administrative/Finance & Accounting
ISSUE: Further rev iew and consi derati on of the use of the Return on Equity method
in determining the refuse collectors' allowable profit was continued to the April 7,
1988 Board Meeting.
BACKGROUND: The Board of Directors received a written description of the Return on
Equity method at the March 17, 1988 Board Meeting. The report was submitted for
initial review, with further consideration and discussion to occur at the April 7,
1988 Board Meeting. A copy of the report is provided as Attachment I.
Under the Return on Equity method, the Board of Directors would discretionarily
establish the rate of return on stockholders' equity to be used whenever collection
rates are to be set. The rate of return woul d be set by the Board of Di rectors
based on prevailing rates of return within the waste industry and general industry,
riskless rates of return, and profit levels produced by other measures of allowable
profit, such as the Operating Ratio and Return on Net Fixed Assets methods. A range
of rates of return which would typically be provided for use in establishing the
rate of return on stockholders' equity is presented on Attachment II.
As the result of the review of alternative methods of determining allowable profit,
Di strict staff recommends use of the Return on Equity method as the primary basi s
for setting refuse collection rates.
RECOMMENDATION: Consider use of the Return on Equity method as the primary method
of determining the refuse collectors' allowable profit, supplemented by the
Operating Ratio and Return on Net Fixed Assets methods.
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INITIATING DEPT./DIV.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
March 15, 1988
TO:
VIA:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
THE HONORABLE MEM3ERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTO~ .
ROGER J. DOLAN, GENERAL MAN~ER-a-t~t-GINEER
PAUL MORSEN, DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGE
WAL TER N. FUNASAKI, FINANCE OFFICER tifdt. ~~.....-I~
RETURN ON EQUITY METHOD FOR DETERMINING REFUSE COLLECTORS'
ALL~ABLE PROFIT
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A recommendation made by Price Waterhouse in its February 7, 1983 report,
based on a review of the District's refuse collection rate-s~tting
procedures, was to include Return on Equity as a method of calculating
allowable profit, in addition to the customary Operating Ratio
cal cul ation. The recommendation was impl emented, and the Return on
Equity calculation has been included in the staff analyses of all
subsequent rate increase applications; however, the Operating Ratio
calculation continues to be the primary method used by the District.
Price Waterhouse suggested that the District consider using the Return on
Equity method in determining the refuse collectors' revenue requirement,
and use of the Operati ng Rati 0 method, as well as other methods, as
supplemental measures. The attached report describes the three methods
covered in the Price Waterhouse report, with a particular focus on the
Return on Equity method.
The stimulus for preparing this report originated from two sources, i.e.
recent suggestions by refuse collectors that the Board considers
rate-setting methodologies which do not encourage inefficiency; and
interest expressed by some Board Members for a change from a method which
is viewed as being based on a "cost plus" concept.
As the March 17, 1988 Board Meeting is anticipated to be lengthy, it is
proposed that general comments to staff indicati ng the 1 evel of Board
interest be received, but that more extensive discussion of this matter
be deferred to the April 7, 1988 Board Meeting.
At the April 7, 1988 Board Meeting, staff will be prepared to provide the
Board with a range of rates of return for use in establishing the return
on equity rate to be used initially in the forthcoming staff analyses of
refuse collection rate increase applications.
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Attachment
RElURN ON EOlJIlY MElHOO FOR DETERMINIt<<2
REFUSE COlLECTORS' ALLOfABLE PROFIT
This report provides a general description of three methods of
calcul ati n9 the profit to be allowed the refuse collector, contrasts
between the Operati ng Rati 0 and Return on Equity methods, and a more
specific review of the Return on Equity method.
ALLOfABLE PROFIT DETERMINATION ME1HOOOl.OGY
The following sllllmarizes the methods of determining allowable profit
for refuse coll ectors described by Price Waterhouse in its February 7,
1983 report.
The equation which is basic to all of the profit determination methods
is:
Allowable Profit + Cost of Service = Revenue Requirement.
The determination of the Cost of Service component involves the review
and analysis of the refuse collector's operating expenses for
reasonableness. The Allowable Profit component is commonly established
on the basis of one of the following profit determination methods:
Operating Ratio; Return on Equity; and Return on Net Fixed Assets.
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Operating Ratio (OR)
The OR method expresses operati ng income as a percentage of
operating revenues. It measures the return on revenues. The
operating income is to provide for the refuse collector's
interest expense, income taxes and profit.
OR = Operating Expenses
Operating Revenues
To determine the revenue requirement under this method,
allowable profit (Operating Income) is added to approved
operating expenses. The District has used as its primary
profit determination method a 95 percent Operating Ratio, which
provides a 5 percent operating income.
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Return on Equity (ROE)
The ROE method expresses net income, after allowing for
reasonable interest expense and income taxes, as a percentage
of stockholders' equity. It measures the return on the owner's
investment in the business. Stockholders' equity is comprised
of the amount received by the company for its issued capital
stock, and accumulated earnings retained in the business. The
stockholders' equity of Valley Disposal Service, Inc. and
Orinda-Moraga Disposal Service, Inc. reported on their balance
sheets as of December 31, 1986 are shown on Attachments I and
II, respectively, to this report.
ROE = Income After Taxes
Stockholders' Equity
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To determine the revenue requirement under this method,
allowable profit (Income After Taxes) is incremented to a
before-tax basis and added to approved operating expen~es.
Return on Net Fixed Assets (RONFA)
The RONFA method expresses net income, after allowing for
reasonable interest expense and income taxes, as a percentage
of net fixed assets employed by the refuse collector. It
measures the return on fixed assets, net of accumulated
depreciation, used in the business.
RONFA = Income After Taxes
Fixed Assets - Accumulated Depreciation
To determine the revenue requirement under this method,
allowable profit (Income After Taxes) is incremented to a
before-tax basis and added to approved operating expenses.
OONTRASTS BElWEEN THE RElURN ON EQUITY AtI) OPERATIt<<3 RATIO METHODS .
The following table contrasts the two methods:
RElURN ON EQUITY
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The ROE Method is a more complex
rate-setting calculation, and
will require the additional review
of non-operating revenues and
expenses in determining net income
after taxes.
The ROE method provides a return
to the refuse collector based
upon his investment in the
business and the risks associated
with that business.
The ROE method provides the
ability to compare the refuse
collector's return to risk1ess
rates of return, such as
Treasury 8i11 interest rates,
and to industry measures.
The ROE method provides the refuse
collector with the opportunity
to reduce expenses to the
benefit of the rate payer while
maintaining a reasonable return.
OPERATIt<<3 RATIO
The OR method is a simpler rate-
setting calculation, as it is
based only on the ratio of
operating revenues and operating
expenses. No consideration is
given to non-operating revenues
and expenses, including interest
income and interest expense.
The OR method provides the refuse
collector with a profit margin
before interest and income taxes
that may not be consistent with
his investment in the business
and the associated risks.
The OR method does not provide
a ready means for comparison to
risk1ess rates of return or
industry measures.
The OR method is regarded by the
refuse collectors as one which
provides a disincentive for
expense reductions.
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EXNFLE OF RETURN ON EQUITY CALaLATION
The following example of the Return on Equity calculation is based on
Valley Disposal Service, Inc. whose operations are equally distributed
within the District and outside of the District. Therefore, a 50 percent
apportionment of the refuse collector's stockholders' equity is made.
The 20 percent rate of return on stockholders' equity used in the example
is illustrative. The District's Board of Directors would discretionarily
establish the rate of return whenever rates are set, based on prevailing
riskless rates of return, and return on equity rates within the industry.
VALLEY DISPOSAL SERVICE. INC.
Return on Equity
(000 OIIitted)
Stockholders' Equity as of December 31, 1986:
Capital Stock
Retained Earnings
Tota 1
Apportionment to District's zone based on
revenues for the year ended December 31, 1986
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2.,444
2,454
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Computed Net Income After Income Taxes
Add Back Estimated Income Taxes
Allowable Income Before Income Taxes
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1,227
20J
245
105
$ 350
Forecasted Operating Expenses for the Fiscal Year
Ended June 30, 1988
Add: Forecasted Franchise Fee $26
Forecasted Interest Expense 82
S 6,749
Deduct: Forecasted Other Income
Add: Allowable Income Before Income Taxes
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Forecasted Revenue Required
Forecasted Revenue at Current Rates
Increase in Revenue Required
Percent Increase in Forecasted Revenue Required
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6,373
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EFFECT OF EXCESSIVE LABOR AtI) EQUIPMENT EXPENSES Utt>ER lHE RETURN ON
EQUITY AN> OPERATItG RATIO METHODS
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The Return on Equity method calculates allowable profit on the basis of
the owners' equity in the business. The Operating Ratio method
determines profit based on a stipulated percentage relationship between
revenues and expenses. The following illustrates the effect of excessive
labor and equipment expenses, which develop in the second year of the
illustration, on the computation of the increase in revenue required
under the two methods:
BAS E YEAR
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Stockholders' Equity
Rate of Return
Net Income
Add Back Income Taxes
Net Income Before Taxes
ROE
$ 1,500
151
225
91
$ 316
951 OR
Forecasted Operating Expenses $ 6,000
Add: Net Income Before Taxes 316
$ 6,000
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Forecasted Revenue Required $ 6,316
Forecasted Revenue Required to
Produce 951 OR <$6,000 ~ .95> 6,316
Forecasted Revenue At
Current Rates 5,910 5,910
Increase in Revenue Required $ 406 $ 406
In the base year, the increase in revenue requi red of $406,000 is
the same under both methods as the allowabl e profit under the ROE
method has been establ ished at an amount equal to the 5 percent
return under the OR method.
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YEAR 2
<000 Omitted>
ROE 951 OR
Stockholders' Equity $ 1,725
Rate of Return 131
Net Income 225
Add Back Income Taxes 91
Net Income Before Taxes $ 316
Forecasted Operating Expenses $ 6,000
Excessive Labor $100
Excessive Equipment
(Depreciation Expense) 150 250
Total Forecasted Operating
Expenses 6,250 $ 6,250
Add: Net Income Before Taxes 316
Forecasted Revenue Required 6,566
Forecasted Revenue Required to
Produce 951 OR <$6,250 ~ .95> 6,$79
Forecasted Revenue At
Current Rates 6,316 6,316
Increase in Revenue Requi red $ 250 $ 263
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In Year 2, excessive labor and equipment expenses of $250,000 were
incurred. Assuming that forecasted operating expenses and net
income before taxes remain unchanged, the increase in revenue
required under the ROE method is $250,000. Under the OR method, the
increase is $13,000 higher, as a 5 percent margin on the $250,000 is
produced.
EFFECT OF MElHOOOL.OGIES ON COST SAY ItI;S
Neither the ROE method nor the other profit determination methods will
produce cost savings as an inherent feature of the methodology used.
However, the ROE and RONFA methods may foster a climate in which the
refuse collector is encouraged to seek expense reductions, when the basis
for determining allowable profit is not tied directly to the level of
operating expenses.
The key sources for identifying opportunities for cost savings programs
are the franchising agency, management audits, and the refuse collector.
The franchising agency may initiate a cost savings program by directing
reductive changes in the level or type of service. Management audits may
discover operational inefficiencies or identify less expensive
alternative operational procedures. As there is little incentive for the
refuse collector to initiate cost savings programs, an incentive plan,
where the cost savings are shared with the refuse collector in the form
of additional profit over a specified time period, was recommended by
Price Waterhouse.
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CONa..USION
Consideration should be given to changing the method of setting refuse
collection rates from one which is based on the Operating Ratio method as
the primary measure of allowable profit to one which uses the Return on
Equi ty method, suppl emented by the Operati ng Rati 0 and Return on Net
Fixed Assets methods. As one measure of profitability may not provide
the proper perspective of the refuse collector's financial results due to
changes in its financial or operati ng envi ronment, the suppl ementary
methods would be used to obtain a clearer perspective. An application of
this procedure would be the determination of the ROE rate of return based
on industry statistics, rates of return on riskless investments, and the
profit levels indicated by the Operating Ratio and Return on Net Fixed
Assets methods.
The Return on Equity calculations can readily be prepared for Valley
Waste Management and Orinda-Moraga Disposal Service, Inc. However, as
Pleasant Hill Bay Shore Disposal is a sole proprietorship whose
proportional share of net worth attributable to operations in the
District is not available, the Operating Ratio would continue to be the
primary method of determining allowable profit for this refuse coll~tor.
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ATTACHMENT II
RANGE OF RATES OF RETURN FOR USE IN
ESTABLISHING lHE RATE OF RETURN ON STOC<HOLDERS' EQUITY
Risk-Free Yield:
Twenty Year Treasury Bond
1987 1986
...2..:Q 1 O. 2
Waste Industry Return on Equity:
Waste Management, Inc.
20.7 32.6
Browning Ferris Industries
Laidlaw Transportation Limited
23.0 24.9
<A> 18.7
General Industry Return on Equity:
Transportation
<A> 26.4
Note: <A> 1987 financial information to determine Return on Equity not
available at this date, 4/4/88; will be obtained for use in
rate-setting process.