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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING
OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
HELD ON JUNE 20, 2002
The District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened in a regular
session at its regular place of meeting, 5019 Imhoff Place, Martinez, County of Contra
Costa, State of California, at 2:00 p.m. on June 20, 2002.
President Menesini called the meeting to order and requested that the Secretary call roll.
1. ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Members:
Nejedly, Hockett, Lucey, Boneysteele, Menesini
ABSENT:
Members:
None
a.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Board and staff joined in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Mary Louise Williams, President of the Contra Costa Master Gardeners Association,
thanked the District Board and staff for their support of the Integrated Pest Management
(IPM) Program and the Master Gardener's efforts to educate the public about less-toxic
alternatives to pesticides. President Menesini stated that the thanks are reciprocal. The
Master Gardeners are to be commended for the diligent efforts in educating the public.
Mr. David Rolley, President of CCCSD Employees Association and Public Employees Union
Local 1, addressed the Board, indicating that representatives of the Plant Operators would
like to meet with representatives of the District Board and Management prior to
negotiations to get a better understanding of each others' concerns. Member Nejedly
stated that he has met previously with employees and would be willing to meet again.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
President Menesini stated that the 12 capital projects being completed and closed out are
worthy of note. The projects have provided necessary improvements to the District's
infrastructure; and in many cases, have saved the District and its ratepayers money.
It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member Lucey, that the Consent
Calendar, consisting of Items a. and b., be approved as recommended.
a.
The Board was advised of the close out of 12 capital improvement projects,
and the return of $199,522 to the Sewer Construction Fund. This item was
presented for the Board's information. No action was taken.
b.
July 11, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. was established as the date and time for a
public hearing to receive comments on the proposed revision to Title 2,
Chapter 2.08 and related references of the District Code pertaining to the
position of General Manager.
Motion unanimously approved on the following vote:
AYES: Members:
NOES: Members:
ABSENT: Members:
Hockett, Lucey, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Menesini
None
None
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4. CALL FOR REQUESTS TO CONSIDER ITEMS OUT OF ORDER
5. BIDS AND AWARDS
AUTHORIZE AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO RANGER PIPELINES.
INC.. FOR THE LAFAYETTE SEWER RENOVATIONS PROJECT. PHASE 3B. DP
5611
Following explanation by Mr. Charles W. Batts, General Manager, it was moved by
Member Hockett and seconded by Member Boneysteele, that award of a construction
contract in the amount of $951,370 for construction of the Lafayette Sewer Renovation
Project, Phase 3B, DP 5611, be authorized to Ranger Pipelines, Inc., the lowest
responsible bidder. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved.
a.
6. REPORTS
GENERAL MANAGER
1 )
Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that the District is considering reducing
the number of household hazardous waste (HHW) mobile collection events
in this year's budget. On May 23, 2002 the District sent a letter to the
Central Contra Costa Solid Waste Authority (CCCSWA) on this issue. Ms.
Ann Farrell, Director of Engineering, attended the May 30, 2002 CCCSWA
Board Meeting where this issue was discussed, and input was received on
the District's proposal to reduce the number of HHW mobile collection
events. The CCCSWA Board felt strongly that the District, without notice
to the Cities and the general public, should not discontinue one of the HHW
mobile collection events. The CCCSWA Board asked Ms. Farrell to bring
that message back to the District Board, and also to indicate that the
CCCSWA Board would greatly appreciate the continuation of three HHW
mobile collection events next fiscal year. Mr. Batts stated that was part of
his report to the District Board at the June 6, 2002 Board Meeting. In
addition, the Board received a letter from District staff as part of the agenda
package with further review of this issue. District staff has indicated that
they would make an effort to allocate funds from the existing 2002-2003
budget for the third event if directed by the Board to do so. Mr. Batts
stated that this would give both the District and CCCSW A, as well as the
Cities including the City of San Ramon who pays a portion of the cost for
its residents who reside out of the District service area, an opportunity to
work together to look for alternative sources of funding for future events.
If no alternative sources of funding are available, there still would be time
to do outreach to determine the best alternative and notify the public.
Mr. Kenton L. Aim, Counsel for the District, stated that he also represents
CCCSWA. Mr. Aim stated that he does not believe there are any legal
issues here; but to the extent there are, he would have to disqualify himself.
Mr. Mike Shimansky, CCCSWA Chair and Danville Town Council Member,
addressed the Board, thanking the District for all its various efforts. Mr.
Shimansky stated that when the District was soliciting the support of
CCCSWA and the Cities for development of the permanent HHW Collection
Facility in 1995, everyone of the cities in the CCCSWA supported it. At
the time support was given for the permanent HHW Collection Facility, the
CCCSWA agencies expressed concern regarding the willingness of residents
who live in remote areas to come to the permanent HHW Collection Facility
since it is much easier to dump down the drain than to drive some distance.
Participation continues to increase at the permanent HHW Collection Facility
as well as at the HHW mobile collection events. Mr. Shimansky stated that
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CCCSW A and the Cities continue to be thankful for the District's operation
of this very vital program.
Mr. Shimansky stated that in 2001, CCCSWA began a partnership with the
District coupling HHW mobile collection with electronic waste (e-waste)
collection. Although the District does not have to worry about e-waste
being dumped down the drain, it is a very big problem. Two very
successful e-waste collection events have been held. Mr. Shimansky asked
that the Board consider postponing its decision to eliminate one of the three
HHW mobile collection events, stating that alternative sources of funding
may be found to continue them. Mr. Shimansky requested that the District
Board continue to hold these events this Fall and next Spring to allow time
for planning alternatives and giving public notice to residents. Mr.
Shimansky stated that this was discussed at the Danville Town Council
Meeting this week and the Council was unanimous that it wanted to have
the events in Danville again. At the last mobile collection event, 44,000
pounds of HHW was collected. There are about 15,000 customers in
Danville and about 8 percent use the permanent HHW Collection Facility and
another 3 percent use the HHW mobile collection event. In closing, Mr.
Shimansky stated that he appreciated the opportunity to speak, and again
thanked the Board for the great job it is doing.
Mr. Kevin Carunchio, of the City of San Ramon, stated that his comments
reflect the City of San Ramon staff opinion and not the City Council. The
City just received a letter from the District relating to reduction in the
number of HHW mobile collection events, and it has been calendared on the
next City Council agenda on July 23, 2001. Mr. Carunchio stated that at
that time he hopes to be able to report to the City Council that the District
will continue to provide three HHW mobile collection events in 2002-2003,
but that funding for future years will be evaluated. The City has been and
continues to be appreciative of the District for its leadership in providing this
much needed service to the community; however, at the time the
permanent HHW Collection Facility was built, the City of San Ramon
expressed concern that its residents would not participate because it was
so far away. The August 7, 1997 letter that accompanied the service
contract indicated that if 4 percent participation from the City of San Ramon
were achieved at the permanent HHW Collection Facility, it might be
feasible to reevaluate mobile collection. Mr. Carunchio stated that in 2000-
2001 San Ramon did surpass 4 percent; however, only 3 percent used the
permanent facility and the other 1.5 percent used mobile collection events.
Mr. Carunchio stated that staff understands the issues raised relative to the
provision of mobile collection events and indicated that he is sure that with
a year's notice, other ways of funding the mobile collection events could be
found. Mr. Carunchio thanked the Board for their time and consideration.
Member Nejedly stated that trends indicate that the amount of HHW
collected by the District does not go down. Collection of HHW is a great
thing but at some point, the District must draw the line at becoming a
landfill for people because it is free to them and it is convenient.
Unfortunately, collecting and disposing of this material is getting more and
more expensive and the District is bearing the greatest portion of the costs.
The Board felt it must look at the costs and try to save money but still do
the right thing. That is why the Board proposed reducing the number of
mobile collection events from three to two per year but still keep those in
the San Ramon and Lafayette areas. Member Nejedly stated that he does
not have a problem doing one more this year, but he would hope that
CCCSW A and the Cities understand the District's motivation to try to save
money and still do the right thing.
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Member Lucey stated that he does not see a problem reducing the number
of mobile collection events from three to two per year. Initially this was
subsidized with grant funds, but now the cost to the District is about
$120,000 per year. Member Lucey stated that he wants to give notice that
in the next budget the District may eliminate mobile collection events
entirely. Member Lucey stated that he does not believe that San Ramon is
paying its fair share since 40 percent of San Ramon residents are not in the
District service area and they pay only about 5 percent of the cost of the
mobile event. Member Lucey suggested that a solution might be for the
CCCSWA to take over the mobile collection events.
Member Boneysteele stated that for some time he has been concerned
about the cost effectiveness of mobile collection events. When the costs
are reduced to a per car basis, it is significant. However, the District did
develop the proposal to reduce the number of mobile collection events from
three to two during the budget process this year at the same time the Cities
and CCCSWA were doing their budgets. Member Boneysteele stated that
because of the timing, he would agree that the District continue providing
three mobile collection events during the coming fiscal year and look at
alternatives for the following fiscal year.
Member Hockett stated that she is willing to have the District continue to
provide three mobile collection events for one more year; but in the future,
she would like to have a financial partnership with the CCCSW A and the
Cities because it is the right thing and the proud thing to do.
President Menesini stated that as he indicated earlier in the meeting, the
District is working to achieve savings in all areas, including its capital
projects. The amount of savings on the 12 capital projects closed out
earlier in the agenda may not seem significant, but it is important. The
District is looking for savings in every program. The District infrastructure
is aging and money must be invested in the pipes and the plant for the
District to succeed in its mission of protecting public health and the
environment. President Menesini thanked Messrs. Shimansky and
Carunchio for attending this meeting and for their comments, stating that
the issue of will be placed on the next Board Meeting agenda for Board
decision.
2)
Mr. Batts, General Manager, introduced Mr. William E. Brennan, Capital
Projects Division Manager, who reported that the two 12-inch by-pass pipes
have been installed in the bottom of the Dougherty Tunnel. The concrete
tunnel encasement should be completed by the end of the week. The
project is moving forward on schedule. Construction has begun on the
structure at the west portal to connect the tunnel to the Dougherty Trunk
Sewer. Work has also begun on the structure at the east side of the tunnel.
With regard to customer issues relating to all the San Ramon projects, Mr.
Brennan reported that there have been 7 additional public contacts. Two
of those related to the San Ramon Pumping Station Project. One was a
complaint and one was a request for information. The other five public
contacts related to the San Ramon Force Main Project. All five were
requests for information. In total there have been 62 public contacts. Of
those 43 were complaints, 17 were requests for information, and 2 were
compliments.
Discussion followed with regard to the nature of the complaints received on
the San Ramon Pumping Station Project.
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Mr. Brennan reported that the San Ramon Pumping Station Renovation
Project field work has begun with some excavation on site. Preconstruction
vibration monitoring has been completed. Mr. Brennan reported that the
original electrical subcontractor has refused to sign a contract with the
general contractor. At the next Board Meeting there will be a position paper
requesting approval for substitution of electrical subcontractors. Mr.
Brennan stated that District staff is also investigating the possibility of a
cross connection to Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) sewer line
as an emergency by-pass, at least during construction. There have been
communications with DSRSD; and at this point, it is proposed that a letter
proposal be sent to DSRSD.
Mr. Brennan reported that an encroachment permit was received from the
County on June 6, 2002 for the San Ramon Force Main Project for the
portion south of Bollinger Canyon. Work on the bore pits has begun in that
area. The District is relatively close to getting a right-of-entry from the
County for the portion north of Bollinger Canyon. A draft has been
submitted to the District for review. The process will be expedited by
having the County Public Works Director, rather than the Board of
Supervisors, execute the document.
3)
Mr. Batts, General Manager, introduced Mr. Jarred Miyamoto-Mills, Principal
Engineer, who used a map to describe the location of a 20-foot wide piece
of property near 1680 at the Willows Shopping Center owned in fee by the
District. Mr. Miyamoto-Mills stated that the District also owns in fee the
property under the Concord Boulevard off ramp from the freeway. That
property is leased back to the State. Mr. Miyamoto-Mills stated that the
District has had a lease with the Willows Shopping Center for the last 20
years. The property is used mainly for parking stalls, landscaping, and
street lighting power boxes. The Willows Shopping Center has requested
that the lease be amended to allow a drive through lane over the District's
property for a donut shop. District staff considers that a different use than
provided for in the lease and since the lease is coming to an end,
negotiations have begun on a new lease. The Willows Shopping Center has
requested that the term of the lease be 20 years. District Counsel has
advised that a 20-year lease must be bid. Staff has reviewed the impacts
of the proposed amendment to the lease and considers it to be an
acceptable common use for the property. Mr. Miyamoto-Mills stated that
the current revenue generated by the lease is about $4,200 per year.
4)
Mr. Batts, General Manager, announced that the California Highway Patrol
(CHP) has recognized the District's Collection System Operations (CSO)
Division for compliance with all applicable laws and regulations relating to
motor carrier safety for six consecutive years since 1990. District
compliance is checked by the CHP during its biennial inspection program.
The District's Vehicle and Equipment Shop personnel are largely responsible
for maintaining the equipment and documentation necessary to comply with
this program. Mr. Batts introduced Mr. Don Rhoads, Field Operations
Superintendent, who recognized Vehicle and Equipment Mechanics Tom
Kostik and Ron Freitas, Vehicle and Equipment Service Worker James
Zatezalo, and Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Supervisor Rich Boylan.
President Menesini and the Board of Directors commended Messrs. Kostik,
Freitas, Zatezalo, and Boylan on the excellent job they are doing.
Mr. Batts, General Manager, reported that District staff met with Regional
Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) staff on May 21, 2002 to discuss
the status of the District's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) permit capacity increase. At that time, District staff provided the
same demonstration of water quality monitoring work as was given to the
Board a number of months ago. This demonstration showed that the impact
of the District's effluent on Suisun Bay at the increased flows meets all
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State and Federal antidegradation requirements. The antidegradation
analysis document itself was filed with the RWQCB on January 2, 2001.
At the May 21 meeting, RWQCB staff did not appear to have any questions
concerning water quality issues. They did request some additional
information about the District's Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) Plan and
process. This request was unexpected, since SSO's are not related to
water quality issues in Suisun Bay. Staff is responding to the request and
hopes to move the process of increasing the District's NPDES permit
capacity to completion.
6)
Mr. Batts, General Manager, announced that Contra Costa County Public
Works Sanitation District No.6 has requested the District's assistance in
providing temporary operator coverage at the Stonehurst treatment plant
near Martinez. This is a permitted treatment facility that requires a certified
operator and the County does not currently have a certified operator.
Stonehurst serves approximately 47 homes in the Alhambra Valley area,
which is outside the District's collection system and service area. Staff
does not yet have all the details on the proposed arrangement, but in the
interests of protecting the environment and continuing to strengthen the
cooperative relationship with the County, it appears that the District will
provide operator coverage for several hours per week until the County can
get another contract operator. The Board voiced no objection.
b.
COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT
1 )
Mr. Kenton L. Aim, Counsel for the District, announced the status of Senate
Bill 1518 (Torlakson) dealing with purveyorship of recycled water by
sanitary districts. The bill would eliminate the requirement in the Sanitary
District Act that before a sanitary district can purvey recycled water within
the jurisdictional area of a water district or city or county, their consent is
needed. The bill is passing through the Senate and the House and has not
yet received a negative vote. Mr. Aim noted that this bill was precipitated
by Member Boneysteele's conversation with Senator Tom Torlakson at the
District's Environmental Laboratory open house.
2)
Mr. Aim, Counsel for the District, stated that in accordance with the
provisions of the Brown Act, it is appropriate to announce completed
actions previously discussed in closed session. Mr. Aim announced the
terms of the resignation agreement with former Purchasing and Materials
Manager Victoria Lamica.
c.
SECRETARY OF THE DISTRICT
1 )
Ms. Joyce E. Murphy, Secretary of the District, distributed copies of a
Conflict of Interest pamphlet entitled "A Local Official's Guide to Ethics
Law." The pamphlet is a cooperative effort of several associations including
the California Association of Sanitation Agencies and the California Special
Districts Association.
d.
BOARD MEMBERS
1 )
President Menesini commended Chemist II Susan Hasselwander on the
presentation on cyanide detection that she made at a recent Environmental
Alliance Discussion Series.
BREAK
At 3: 17 p.m., President Menesini declared a recess, reconvening at the hour of 3:25 p.m.,
with all parties present as previously designated.
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7. ADMINISTRATIVE
a.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION REQUESTING CONSOLIDATION OF THE ELECTION OF
DISTRICT BOARD MEMBERS WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION ON
NOVEMBER 5. 2002. AND ADOPT A RESOLUTION SETTING FORTH DISTRICT
REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATE STATEMENTS
Ms. Joyce E. Murphy, Secretary of the District, stated that in 1996, because of the
prohibitive cost of candidate statements for this District compared to other agencies, the
Board of Directors determined that the benefits of informing citizens of the qualifications
of candidates, minimizing the issue of campaign contributions from special interests, and
removing financial obstacles for interested candidates to run for election warranted that
the District share in the cost of the candidate statements. Ms. Murphy reviewed the
current District regulations for candidate statements which require that candidates seeking
election to the District Board of Directors be responsible for paying $500 towards the cost
of publication of his/her respective candidate statement at the time of filing nomination
papers, that the balance be paid by the District after the election costs have been
determined, and that the candidate statement be limited to 400 words. It is
recommended that the Board adopt a resolution requesting consolidation of the election
of the District Board Members with the Statewide General Election to be held on
November 5, 2002, and that the Board adopt a resolution reaffirming or modifying the
District regulations for candidate statements.
Following discussion, it was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member
Boneysteele, that Resolution No. 2002-044 be adopted, requesting consolidation of the
election of District Board Members with the Statewide General election to be held on
November 5, 2002; and that Resolution No. 2002-045 be adopted, reaffirming District
regulations relating to candidate statements. The motion was unanimously approved on
the following vote:
AYES: Members:
NOES: Members:
ABSENT: Members:
Hockett, Boneysteele, Nejedly, Lucey, and Menesini
None
None
b.
REVIEW THE PROPOSALS FOR EXCESS GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2002-2003 FROM INSURANCE CARRIERS AND CALIFORNIA
SANITATION RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (CSRMA)
Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that staff has been working with Driver Alliant, the
District's insurance broker, to obtain excess general liability insurance. The District's
current policy will expire on June 30, 2002, and staff is trying to have insurance in place
by that time. Mr. Batts introduced Mr. Randall M. Musgraves, Director of Administration,
who provided a brief summary of District insurance coverage as set forth in the handouts
provided to the Board. The California Sanitation Risk Management Authority (CSRMA)
provides workers' compensation insurance, and property, boiler and machinery insurance.
Special National Insurance Company currently provides the District's general liability
insurance. American International Specialty Lines Insurance Company (AIG) provides
pollution liability related to the District's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility.
Because of the catastrophic losses on September 11, 2002, the insurance market has
hardened significantly. The District has received a notice of cancellation from Specialty
National Insurance Company, the current provider of excess general liability insurance.
District costs for Workers' Compensation will go up over 50 percent next year, property
insurance costs went up 40 percent, and it is projected that excess general liability
insurance costs will go up from 40 to 60 percent. Quotes have been received from
Specialty National Insurance Company and CSRMA for excess general liability insurance.
The District is still waiting to hear from AIG. Although Specialty National submitted a
quote, they have indicated that they will turn it over to another provider for the amount
of the quote, as they intend to get out of the public sector market. Mr. Musgraves
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reviewed the quotes from Specialty National and CSRMA as set forth in the handouts
provided to the Board. Mr. Musgraves stressed the major difference is that CSRMA
requires agencies to report claims exceeding $2,500. Mr. Musgraves stated that if it is
a significant claim, CSRMA may use their own counsel rather than District Counsel.
Specialty National requires that claims exceeding $250,000 be reported to them. Mr.
Musgraves stated that as a practical matter most claims are well under $500,000, and
he believes that the District could continue to use District Counsel.
Discussion followed in which Member Lucey expressed concern about using the insurance
company's attorney rather than District Counsel, and concern that the insurance company
could require the District to settle a claim even if the District wished to pursue it. In
response to questions from Member Nejedly, Mr. Aim stated that if CSRMA operates as
Mr. Musgraves has experienced, it would not change things significantly for the District
and there would be a cost savings. Mr Aim indicated that if they do not operate as
stated, he would be concerned.
Following further discussion, it was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member
Boneysteele, that submission of an application to CSRMA be authorized and that the
General Manager be authorized to execute documents for joining the CSRMA Joint
Powers Authority for purchase of $15,000,000 excess general liability insurance through
CSRMA at a cost of $140,155 with a self insured retention of $500,000. Motion
approved with Members Lucey and Nejedly voting no.
Discussion followed in which it was stated that the above motion will allow the General
Manager to select the best proposal for the District from the proposals that are received
by June 30, 2002.
8. ENGINEERING
a.
ADVISE THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CLOSE OUT OF THE LAFAYETTE
SEWER RENOVATION PROJECT. PHASE 2. DP 5536
The Board was advised of the close out of the Lafayette Sewer Renovation Project, Phase
2, DP 5536, and the return of $120,436 to the Sewer Construction Fund. This item was
provided for the Board's information. No action was taken.
Mr. Batts, General Manager, introduced Ms. Jackie Zayac, Community Affairs
Representative, who used a map to describe the locations where work was performed as
part of the Lafayette Sewer Renovation Project, Phase 2. A customer survey was
conducted to provide valuable feedback on the effectiveness of District efforts. Easement
areas were not included in the customer survey because they received individual
treatment throughout the project. Ms. Zayac stated that the Lafayette Sewer Renovation
Project, Phase 2, installed 7,300 feet of pipe in streets and easements. The cost of the
project was $918,000. Sixty-two (62) public contact reports were received on the
project, and all were satisfactorily resolved. One hundred eighty (180) customer surveys
were sent out in January 2002, and 65 responses were received. Ms. Zayac reviewed
the six questions asked in the customer survey, the responses received, and some of the
written comments as set forth in detail in the handout provided to the Board, particularly
noting the positive written commendations received by Mr. Wesley Adams, the Project
Manager.
President Menesini thanked Ms. Zayac for the report.
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b.
AUTHORIZE DISTRICT COUNSEL TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT AMENDMENT
WITH PRETECH INCORPORATED FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WITH
RESOLUTION OF PUMP VIBRATION PROBLEMS AT THE MORAGA AND ORINDA
CROSSROADS PUMPING STATIONS. DP 5237
Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that as the Board is aware, both the Orinda
Crossroads and Moraga Pumping Stations have undergone extensive renovation. As part
of the project, all electric pumps were replaced with new units. Vibration testing after
installation discovered that all six pumps at both pumping stations exceed vibration limits
specified in the contract documents. After discovery of the problem, Pretech
Incorporated was retained through District Counsel to perform detailed vibration testing
for the District. Over the past six months, the contractor GSE and the pump
manufacturer Morris Pumps have tried to resolve the vibration problem. Currently the
District is allowing the contractor to perform pump modification in an attempt to solve this
problem. Staff proposes to use Pretech for additional vibration testing, review and
evaluation of contractor's proposals, and technical assistance during resolution of the
vibration problem.
Following discussion, it was moved by Member Nejedly and seconded by Member
Hockett, that District Counsel be authorized to execute an amendment to the cost
reimbursement agreement with Pretech Incorporated, bringing the total cost ceiling
amount to $90,000 for technical assistance with resolution of pump vibration problems
at the Moraga and Orinda Crossroads Pumping Stations, DP 5237. There being no
objection, the motion was unanimously approved.
c.
AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT WITH
GEOSYNTEC CONSULTANTS TO PROVIDE CONTINUATION OF EXPERT
TECHNICAL AND DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE TREATMENT PLANT SOIL
REMEDIATION PROJECT. DP 7113
Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that in 1995 the District entered into an agreement
with the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) to develop a
management plan for the petroleum-contaminated soil located in Basin A South just north
of the treatment plant. The soil management plan, or Removal Action Workplan, was
finally approved in March 2002. This Workplan calls for the contaminated soil to be
capped in place with 1 to 3 feet of engineered soil. Now, that the Workplan has been
approved, the District will complete design of the soil cap and solicit bids for the
construction. Mr. Batts introduced Mr. Curtis W. Swanson, Environmental Services
Division Manager, who stated that 25,000 cubic yards of cover material have been
stockpiled and tested, and potential sources for an additional 25,000 cubic yards have
been identified. Mr. Swanson reviewed the work and costs incurred by GeoSyntec under
the current contract totaling $65,000, and the work planned to be done under the
contract revision with an estimated cost of $85,000, for a current contract ceiling of
$150,000. Mr. Swanson stated that a third revision to the GeoSyntec contract will be
required to cover services during construction. Mr. Swanson reviewed the proposed
schedule which calls for finishing the work plans this summer, starting the bid phase in
August 2002, opening bids in October 2002, contractor preparation of Health and Safety
Plan in December 2002, DTSC review and approval of contractor Health and Safety Plan
in March 2003, and completion of construction by September 2003.
It was moved by Member Nejedly and seconded by Member Hockett, that the General
Manager be authorized to execute Revision 2 to Agreement No. 022475AC with
GeoSyntec Consultants for $85,000 bringing the total agreement cost from $65,000 to
$150,000 to allow completion of the soil cap design documents and to test the suitability
of additional cover material which is needed to construct the soil cap. There being no
objection, the motion was unanimously approved.
At 4:22 p.m., Member Boneysteele left the meeting.
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9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a.
MINUTES OF ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 9. 2002
It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member Nejedly, that the minutes of
the Adjourned Regular Meeting of May 9, 2002, be approved as presented. There being
no objection, the motion was approved with Member Boneysteele being absent.
10. APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES
a.
EXPENDITURE LIST DATED JUNE 20. 2002
It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by President Menesini, that the
Expenditure List dated June 20, 2002, including Self Insurance Check Nos. 101893-
101897, Running Expense Check Nos. 138887-139098, Sewer Construction Check Nos.
24603-24659, Payroll Manual Check Nos. 48837-48839, and Payroll Regular Check Nos.
54095-54126, be approved as recommended. Member Boneysteele returned to the
meeting at the hour of 4:23 p.m. There being no objection, the motion unanimously
approved.
11. BUDGET AND FINANCE
a.
APPROVE A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 2002-2003 STAFFING PLAN. AND THE
EQUIPMENT. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT. OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE. AND
SELF INSURANCE FUND BUDGETS AS COMPRISING THE 2002-2003 DISTRICT
BUDGET
Following explanation by Mr. Batts, General Manager, it was moved by Member Hockett
and seconded by Member Nejedly, that Resolution No. 2002-046 be adopted, adopting
the 2002-2003 Staffing Plan, and the Equipment, Capital Improvement, Operations and
Maintenance, and Self Insurance Fund Budgets, as comprising the 2002-2003 Central
Contra Costa Sanitary District Budget. Motion approved on the following vote:
AYES: Members: Hockett, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Menesini
NOES: Members: Lucey
ABSENT: Members: None
12. EMERGENCY SITUATIONS REQUIRING BOARD ACTION
None
13. ANNOUNCEMENTS/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
President Menesini drew the Board's attention to the Special Commendation presented
to Walnut Creek City Manager Donald A. Blubaugh upon his retirement on behalf of the
District.
President Menesini reported that Ms. Phyllis Shaw is retiring from her position as
Superintendent of the John Muir National Historic Site.
14. CLOSED SESSION
INITIATION OF LITIGATION
a.
The closed session to discuss initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.9(c) was not held.
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15. REPORT OF DISCUSSIONS IN CLOSED SESSION
None
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President Menesini adjourned
the meeting at the hour of 4:32 p.m. to reconvene at 2:00 p.m. on July 11, 2002 for an
Adjourned Regular Board Meeting.
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President of the Board ~ /fA:
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District,
County of Contra Costa, State of California
COUNTERSIGNED:
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