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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 09-06-07 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD ON SEPTEMBER 6, 2007 The District Board of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District convened in a regular meeting at its regular place of meeting, 5019 Imhoff Place, Martinez, County of Contra Costa, State of California, at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 6, 2007. President Nejedly called the meeting to order and requested that the Secretary call roll. 1. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Members: Hockett, Lucey, McGill, Menesini, Nejedly ABSENT: Membern: None a. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Board and staff joined in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. b. INTRODUCTIONS Board Members welcomed George Solivar, newly-hired Network Technician, and recognized Pat Camorongan on her promotion to Engineering Assistant III and James Olympia on his promotion to Source Control Inspector I. 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments. 3. AWARDS AND COMMENDATIONS a. PRESENTATION OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CLEAN WATER AGENCIES (NACWA) PLATINUM 9 PEAK PERFORMANCE AWARD FOR 2006 Following a report from Plant Operations Division Manager Randy Grieb, the Board accepted the National Association of Clean Water Agencies Platinum 9 Peak Performance Award for 2006. This is the ninth year of 100 percent compliance with the District's NPDES permit requirements. b. ADOPT RESOLUTION 2007-109 COMMENDING TALKSICS TOASTMASTERS CLUB #6718 ON ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY General Manager James Kelly announced the 20th anniversary of the Talksics Toastmasters Club. He stated that over fifty District employees have participated in the Book 56 - Page 194 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 club, which provides training in effective public speaking and leadership. He stated that Club President Deborah Hill and Educational Vice President Russ Leavitt are present representing the Club. Club President Deborah Hill invited Board Members to attend the anniversary lunch to be held on September 12, 2007. It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member Menesini to adopt Resolution 2007-109, recognizing the Talksics Toastmasters 20th Anniversary. Motion passed by unanimous vote of the Board. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR General Manager James Kelly noted that, in the future, registration differentials as requested in Items 4.k. and 4.1. will be scheduled on a Human Resources Committee agenda prior to coming to the Board for action. He also noted that, if the Board wishes, it may reconvene in closed session to discuss Item 4.n. It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member Lucey to adopt the Consent Calendar as recommended. Motion passed by unanimous vote of the Board. a. Approve expenditures dated September 6,2007. Reviewed by Budget and Finance Committee. b. Approve minutes of August 9,2007 Board Meeting. c. Accept the contract work for the North Orinda Sewer Renovations, Phase 2 Project, District Project 5833, and authorize filing of the Notice of Completion. d. Adopt Resolution 2007-110 accepting an offer of dedication from Cherry Lane Associates for an easement shown on the recorded final map of Subdivision 8645 in the city of Pleasant Hill, accepting public sewer improvements (Job 5753- Parcel 1 ), and authorize staff to record documents with the Contra Costa County Recorder. e. Adopt Resolutions 2007-111 and 2007-112 accepting an offer of dedication and public sewer improvements (Job 5836 - Parcel 1), authorizing execution of a quitclaim deed to Ediz H. Ertekin and Amy M. Ertekin (747 EI Pintado, Danville; Job 4002 - Parcel 1 (Portion)), and authorize staff to record documents with the Contra Costa County Recorder. f. Adopt Resolution 2007-113 accepting an offer of dedication from the Bones Family Trust for an easement shown on the recorded final map of minor Subdivision 504- 04 in the City of Lafayette, accepting public sewer improvements (Job 5857 - Parcel 2), and authorize staff to record documents with the Contra Costa County Recorder. Book 56 - Page 195 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 g. Adopt Resolution 2007-114 accepting an offer of dedication from Windemere BLC Land Company, LLC for an easement shown on the recorded final map of Subdivision 8508 in the Dougherty Valley Area, accepting public sewer improvements (Job 5865 - Parcel 2), and authorize staff to record documents with the Contra Costa County Recorder. h. Adopt Resolutions 2007-115 and 2007-116 accepting a grant of easement (District Project 5929 - Parcel 11), and authorizing execution of a quitclaim deed to Daniel Seng and Joyce L. Seng, Trustees of the Seng Family Trust dated January 25, 1993 (District Project 1589 - Parcel 1 ), and authorize staff to record documents with the Contra Costa County Recorder. i. Adopt Resolution 2007-117 accepting a grant of easement from Glenn L. Prewitt and Verna M. Prewitt, Trustees for the Glenn L. Prewitt and Verna M. Prewitt 1983 Inter Vivos Trust, for the Martinez Sewer Renovations Project (District Project No. 5975), and authorize staff to record documents with the Contra Costa County Recorder. J. Adopt Resolution 2007-118 accepting a quitclaim deed from Contra Costa County for Imhoff Place and a portion of the old Imhoff Drive right-of-way, and authorize staff to record documents with the Contra Costa County Recorder. k. Approve registration differential salary merit increase for Assistant Engineer Raffi Moughamian. I. Approve registration differential salary merit increase for Assistant Land Surveyor Kelly Weir. m. Authorize medical leave of absence without pay for Utility Worker Maralee Davi through October 1, 2007. n. Approve request for emergency withdrawal of funds from the Deferred Compensation Plan. 5. HEARINGS a. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO RECEIVE COMMENTS ON A PROPOSED ORDINANCE (UNCODIFIED) TO ESTABLISH REIMBURSEMENT FEES APPLICABLE TO PROPERTIES WHICH COULD CONNECT TO JOBS 5656, 5817, OR 5851 General Manager James Kelly stated that installers of public sewers can recover a portion of the cost of the sewer from properties that later connect to it if a reimbursement fee is established. District Code requires that a public hearing be held prior to the Board's consideration of adoption of the fee. Book 56 - Page 196 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 Development Services Supervisor Kurt Darner presented a report, stating that all affected parties were notified of the hearing by mail on August 20. He outlined the reimbursable costs for each account and showed locational maps. He stated that no comments from the affected parties have been received. The public hearing was opened and closed without comments. In response to a question from Member Hockett, Mr. Darner indicated that staff will be sending annual statements to installers, who can continue to receive reimbursements even if they move. It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Lucey to adopt Ordinance 246 (Uncodified) establishing reimbursement fees applicable to properties which could connect to Jobs 5656, 5817, or 5851. Motion passed by unanimous vote of the Board. 6. CALL FOR REQUESTS TO CONSIDER ITEMS OUT OF ORDER General Manager James Kelly recommended deferring Item 8.a.2) until after Item 8.dA). 7. BIDS AND AWARDS a. AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $190.500 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2006 STORM DAMAGE REPAIR PROJECT. DISTRICT PROJECT NO. 5981. TO JIM FREETHY EXCAVATING. INC.. THE LOWEST RESPONSIVE BIDDER. AND AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS General Manager James Kelly stated that the 2006 Storm Damage Repair Project repairs three of the six remaining sites: two creek crossings and one slope repair in Orinda and Lafayette. Tom Godsey, Associate Engineer in Engineering/Capital Projects, stated that the project will address the three remaining sites which were damaged by landslides during the 2006 winter storms. The sites are located at Evergreen Drive in Orinda; Haciendas Drive in Orinda; and Los Arabis Drive in Lafayette. The project work includes replacing pipe creek crossing supports, underpinning existing supports, rebuilding creek banks, and site restoration. Staff has met with the property owners at each of the sites. It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Lucey to award a construction contract in the amount of $190,500 for the construction of the 2006 Storm Damage Repair Project, District Project No. 5981, to Jim Freethy Excavating, Inc., the lowest responsive bidder, and to authorize the General Manager to execute the contract documents. Motion passed by unanimous vote of the Board. Book 56 - Page 197 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 8. REPORTS a. GENERAL MANAGER 1) District Counsel contract General Manager James Kelly stated that the Board had already received a memo regarding the District Counsel contract, which is due to expire at the end of September. He stated that a closed session has been scheduled if the Board wishes to discuss the contract. Board Members McGill and Hockett stated that they have been satisfied with the District Counsel services. The Board agreed to discuss the matter further in closed session at the conclusion of the regular meeting. 2) Response to letter from the City of San Ramon reoardino Household Hazardous Waste services General Manager James Kelly stated that this item would be deferred until after Item 8.dA) 3) Attendance of Member McGill at California Special Districts Association (CSDA) Conference in Monterey - October 1-4. 2007 Board Members concurred with the conference attendance. 4) Announce Household Hazardous Waste Facility 10-Year Anniversary Celebration on September 20.2007 General Manager James Kelly announced that the celebration of the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility's 10th Anniversary is scheduled for Thursday, September 20 at noon. Members of the Mt. View Sanitary District Board and management will be attending the event. A light lunch will be served in the garden area next to the Collection Facility. Part of the celebration will be the presentation of the Pollution Prevention Awards and recognition of the winners. 5) Update on Operator Trainino Status General Manager James Kelly announced that WaterlWastewater Operator Training classes, contracted from Solano Community College through BACWA and supported by Central San and nine other East Bay agencies, began at the District last week. The three classes -Introduction to Wastewater Treatment, Introduction to Water Supply and Treatment, and Math for WaterlWastewater Operators - have a total enrollment of 30 people per class. A third of all the class Book 56 - Page 198 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 slots were filled by non-agency people - the target demographic for building the next generation of wastewater operators. 6) Announce California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Northern Reoional Conference to be held in Reddino, California. September 12 - 14. 2007 General Manager James Kelly announced that the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) is having their annual Northern Regional Training Conference (NRTC) in Redding from Wednesday, September 12 until Friday September 14. Paul Louis, Maintenance Supervisor and Craig Mitzutani, Associate Engineer will be attending representing CCCSD. Both individuals are active at the local section (San Francisco Bay Section) level and have active roles in putting on the conference. Also attending are Tim Potter, Source Control Superintendent and James Olympia, Source Control Inspector 1. Mr. Potter is presenting a paper on "Spa and Pool Discharges." 7) Sponsorship of Contra Costa Council Delta Vision Conference to be held September 13, 2007 General Manager James Kelly announced that, on September 13 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., the Contra Costa Council and East Bay Business Council will be conducting a Delta Water Forum to discuss current issues about water delivery and quality in the Delta. Supervisor Mary Nejedly Piepho will be the moderator for the Delta Vision Conference and speakers will be Sunne Wright McPeak, Member of the California Delta Vision Blue Ribbon Task Force, and Bob Whitley, Co-Chair of the Contra Costa Council's Delta Vision Committee. The District contributed $500 to be a sponsor of this forum. If any Board Members would like to attend this forum, please contact the Secretary of the District who will make the necessary arrangements. The Delta Water Forum will be held at Embassy Suites in Pleasant Hill. 8) Plant Operations Department Landscape Improvements General Manager James Kelly announced that, in the past, landscape improvements have been made to most of the area in front of the Headquarters Office Building. The entrance area to the Board Room was not included as part of those improvements. Staff has developed a landscape plan to modify the irrigation system; relocate the sprinkler controls; and add new shrubs, plants and boulders to contrast with the existing landscape. These improvements are scheduled to be completed by the end of October 2007. 9) Alhambra Vallev Trunk Sewer Proiect Update General Manager James Kelly announced that the details of the right-of-way permit from the National Park Service (NPS) are agreed to and the permit is now Book 56 - Page 199 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 being routed for signatures. The permit requires a surety against any breach of the right of way permit, and in lieu of a bond, $100,000 will be placed into an escrow account. The contract award letter was sent to Marques Pipelines, Inc. on August 16, 2007 and a preconstruction meeting with the contractor was held on August 29,2007. The contract Notice to Proceed will be issued after the NPS right of way permit is signed. Based on discussions with the contractor and NPS, staff anticipates construction to begin the week of September 17, 2007. Annexation application for the 242 parcels within the urban limit line has been submitted to LAFCO. 10) Contra Costa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District's DesiltinQ Proiect General Manager James Kelly announced that, on August 20,2007, the Flood Control District commenced work on their 2007 Lower Walnut Creek Emergency Interim Protection Measures project. The contractor, Pacific States Environmental Contractors, started desilting at Marsh Drive, and has been working its way north past Highway 4 and Imhoff Drive. Desilting work is essentially complete to just north of Imhoff Drive, and the raising of the levee has begun. Desilting near the railroad spur adjoining Basin B has just started, and the District staff is currently monitoring these activities. He announced that the District has received a letter of appreciation from the Flood Control District, who will also be presenting staff with a resolution on September 25, 2007. 11) Leadership Development ProQram General Manager James Kelly announced that the second year of the Leadership Development Program, sponsored by the District, began yesterday, September 5, 2007, with an introductory class that featured Don Blubaugh, City Manger of Martinez, as guest speaker. Fifteen District staff members are taking part in the 10-month program, along with ten other participants from Delta Diablo Sanitary District, Dublin San Ramon Services District, Mt. View Sanitary District, and Zone 7 Water Agency in Livermore. Announcements 4-11 were included as written announcements in the Board packet. 12) General Manager James Kelly reported that a letter from the Alameda County Grand Jury was sent to the Dublin San Ramon Services District requesting information regarding Board Member compensation and benefits. He stated that he will notify the Board if the District receives such a request. Book 56 - Page 200 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 13) General Manager James Kelly announced the theft of an automobile from the CSO yard. Security will be increased accordingly. Mr. Brennan stated that nothing of significance could be seen on the video tapes of the area. b. COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT 1) National Pollutant Discharoe Elimination System (NPDES) Update District Counsel Kent Aim reported that the District's 2001 NPDES permit was appealed in 2001 and the appeal held in abeyance. The State Board has accepted the District's request to hold it in abeyance for at least one more year. Certain issues remain unresolved. 2) District Code Update District Counsel Kent Aim referred to his letter dated August 20, 2007 summarizing selected policy-level issues contained in the proposed District Code revisions. He summarized the proposed changes to Titles 1 and 5. With regard to Title 6, Fees and Charges, Member Lucey stated that he does not support the proposed change to 6.12.070. He objected to giving businesses credit for past fees when they relocate. He stated that, if, as occurred in the past, property was condemned, the property owner may well have received reimbursement for the fees paid through the condemnation process. District Counsel Aim confirmed that the fees are not transferable and remain with the property. The proposed amendment would allow for the transfer of paid fees in extraordinary circumstances and if approved by the Board. President Nejedly stated that he supports the transfer of fees already paid by tenants. Member Hockett suggested that, in cases where the tenant is forced to move, such as in condemnation cases, provisions for transfer of fees could be included in the Code. Member McGill supported facilitating infill, reuse and redevelopment, and agreed that the Board should have some discretion over the transfer of fees already paid by a tenant. President Nejedly stressed that he does not support tenants who move to a new location not getting credit for the fees they already paid. He expressed concern that the public may not know that they have the option of asking the Board to consider approving a credit of fees paid. Principal Engineer Miyamoto-Mills pointed out that the District may not be aware of agreements between tenants and property owners with regard to fee reimbursements or cred its. Book 56 - Page 201 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 President Nejedly suggested the creation of an Ad Hoc Committee to review the proposed changes to the Code. The Committee would then bring back any substantive issues to the Board for further discussion. Member Hockett stated that, while she would support the creation of an Ad Hoc Committee, she values the input and comments from all the Board Members, which an Ad Hoc Committee does not provide for. Member Menesini stated that he is interested in how staff relates to the Code and how it operates, and how practical it is to impose rules and regulations that may come to the Board. Member Lucey suggested that Member Hockett be appointed to the Ad Hoc Committee. Member Hockett concurred. In response to a question from Member Menesini, Director of Engineering Ann Farrell pointed out that staff has worked in collaboration with District Counsel in going through the Code title by title and developing the proposed changes. Following further discussion, President Nejedly appointed Member McGill and Member Hockett to the Ad Hoc Committee. The Committee will review the proposed Code revisions and identify issues that need full Board discussion. The Committee will keep the Board informed as it conducts its review. When the review is concluded, the Code revisions will come back to the full Board at a meeting reserved solely for that topic. c. SECRETARY OF THE DISTRICT No reports. d. BOARD MEMBERS 1) Member McGill reported on the September 4, 2007 Budget and Finance Committee meeting and summarized the Action Summary for that meeting. The Board accepted the report without comments. Member McGill announced that Member Lucey will serve as alternate at the September 17, 2007 Budget and Finance Committee meeting as he will be out of town. He also requested that the October 1,2007 Budget and Finance Committee meeting be rescheduled to September 27 or 28, if possible. 2) Members Hockett, Lucey and McGill reported on the August 15-18, 2007 California Association of Sanitation Agencies (CASA) Conference. Book 56 - Page 202 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 3) Member Hockett reported on the August 2007 California Association of Sanitation Agencies (CASA) Executive Board meetings. She announced that she was re-elected to serve another term on the Executive Board. 4) Member Hockett reported on the August 22,2007 Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Committee meeting. She summarized the Action Summary, commenting on the letter received from the City of San Ramon. She stated that the Committee feels that San Ramon should be a partner in increasing participation in the Household Hazardous Waste program. The Committee recommended holding three mobile events per year, with the host city paying the per-car cost differential between a mobile event and collection at the HHW facility. The Committee also recommended that the Board consider the City recommendations regarding conducting mobile collection events, and establishing benchmarks and funding sources. They also directed staff to prepare a response to the letter from San Ramon. General Manager James Kelly stated that staff recommends considering three mobile events per year, with the host city paying the incremental cost. Last year the cost was $64 per car at the HHW facility, and $78-$79 at mobile events. If the City of San Ramon wanted to host a mobile event it would cost them around $4,000. He stated that the Committee concurred with the staff recommendation. Member Menesini stated that the purpose of the HHW program is to remove toxics from the waste stream. He stated that the City of San Ramon should be asked what they can do to increase participation by their residents. He recommended using local organizations, such as the Chamber of Commerce, to assist with outreach. Member Lucey stated that the District's relationship with the City of San Ramon has not been good. He stated that he will not support holding mobile events in San Ramon. Member Hockett suggested that a benchmark be established for resident participation in San Ramon and agreed that the City needs to take some responsibility for that. President Nejedly concurred that the goal of the program is to remove toxics from the waste stream. He stated that, while he did not appreciate the tone of the letter from the City of San Ramon, he would support holding a mobile event in San Ramon, with the District conducting the advertising and not charging any additional fees. He stated that at least one event should be held there and continued each year. General Manager Kelly stated that staff will come back with a Position Paper to give the Board the opportunity to discuss the matter further. Book 56 - Page 203 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 President Nejedly suggested that a reply to the letter be deferred to a later date when the Board has discussed the matter further. Member Hockett supported the Committee recommendation, stressing that the District needs to clearly communicate its expectations to the City and also supporting the involvement of community organizations. 5) Member Menesini reported on the August 23, 2007 Outreach Committee meeting and summarized the Action Summary for that meeting. With regard to the development of the new website, Member Menesini requested that District Counsel Kent Aim advise the Board whether it is legal to have Board Member information and photographs posted on the website. Member McGill suggested that Position Papers also be added to the website. 6) Member Lucey reported on the August 30, 2007 Real Estate Committee meeting and summarized the Action Suml1lary for that meeting. The Board accepted the report without comments. 7) Member Hockett reported on the September 5, 2007 Capital Projects Committee meeting and summarized the Action Summary for that meeting. The Board accepted the report without comments. 8) Reports on miscellaneous business meetings attended by Board Members. Member McGill reported on a recent meeting with East Bay Municipal Utility District regarding recycled water and a meeting with the City of Walnut Creek on the same topic. 9) Provide direction with regard to election of representative to California Special Districts Association Board for Region Three - Member Menesini. It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Hockett to nominate incumbent Sherry Sterrett as representative to California Special Districts Association Board for Region Three. Motion passed by unanimous vote of the Board. 10) Announcements Member Menesini announced the upcoming Environmental Alliance meeting to be held on September 17, 2007, at which Pollution Prevention Coordinator Melody LaBella will be speaking on Pollution Prevention Week. Member McGill announced he will be absent from the September 20, 2007 Board Meeting. Book 56 - Page 204 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 The Board took a recess at 4:21 p.m. and reconvened at 4:26 p.m. 9. ENGINEERING a. APPROVE A SUPPLEMENTAL AUTHORIZATION OF $1.900,000 FROM THE SEWER CONSTRUCTION FUND FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2007-08 GENERAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM. REVIEWED BY CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE General Manager James Kelly stated that this item was reviewed by the Capital Projects Committee, who recommended approval. The requested authorization is necessary because of higher-than-anticipated carryover from the past year. It is anticipated that additional authorizations may be required for other programs in future months for the same reason. It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member Lucey to approve a supplemental authorization of $1 ,900,000 from the Sewer Construction Fund for the Fiscal Year 2007-08 General Improvements Program. Motion passed by the following vote of the Board: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Members: Hockett, Lucey, Menesini, Nejedly None McGill 10. BUDGET AND FINANCE a. ADOPT A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE SEWER CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT IN THE AMOUNT OF $69.698.747 FOR THE 2007- 2008 FISCAL YEAR. IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE XIII B OF THE CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION AND SELECT THE CALIFORNIA PER CAPITA PERSONAL INCOME PERCENTAGE CHANGE FOR USE IN COMPUTING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT. REVIEWED BY BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE General Manager James Kelly stated that the District is required to establish its appropriations limit each year in accordance with the California Constitution. The appropriations limit is increased each year by a factor comprised of the change in population, combined with either the change in California per capita personal income or the percentage change in the local assessment roll from the preceding year due to local nonresidential construction. The Board must select between the per capita personal income, or the change in the local assessment roll due to local nonresidential construction, by a recorded vote. Staff recommended selection of the per capita personal income percentage change for use in computing the appropriations limit this Book 56 - Page 205 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 year as it is the greater of the two. This item was reviewed and recommended by the Budget and Finance Committee. It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Nejedly to adopt Resolution 2007-119, establishing the Sewer Construction appropriations limit in the amount of $69,698,747 for the 2007-2008 fiscal year, in accordance with Article XIII B of the California Constitution and select the California per capita personal income percentage change for use in computing the appropriations limit. Motion passed by the following vote of the Board: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members: Members: Members: Hockett, Lucey, Menesini, Nejedly None McGill b. RECEIVE ADJUSTED JUNE 2007 YEAR END FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE BUDGET AND CAPITAL BUDGET General Manager James Kelly stated that this item was reviewed and recommended by the Budget and Finance Committee. Controller Debbie Ratcliff gave a report on the O&M revenues and expenses and compared actual and budgeted results. The budgeted fund balance for 2006/07 was $7,091,000 while the actual fund balance is $9,768,000. She presented the Period 12 and Period 13 unaudited results and explained the expense categories which were over and under budget for the fiscal year. c. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET YEAR END REPORT Director of Engineering Ann Farrell summarized capital expenditures and revenues and reviewed major project expenditures in the treatment plant, collection system, general improvements, and recycled water programs. She stated that the actual District Capital Expenditures of $39,639,000 were within approximately $3 million of the Capital Expenditure Budget of $36,6655,500. Ms. Farrell noted that the Treatment Plant expenditures totaled $9,221,114, versus $9,452,000 projected. Collection Systems expenditures were over by approximately $4 million, with actual expenditures of $24,281,250 versus projected expenditures of $20,387,000. This was primarily due to adding scope to a few of the projects and several project bids coming in higher than estimated. General Improvements were on target, expenditures of $5,976,066 slightly exceeding budgeted expenditures of $5,426,000 due to the increased cost of the HVAC project. Recycled water expenditures were lower than expected, due to the delay of the recycled water portion of the A-Line project. Book 56 - Page 206 Board Minutes of September 6, 2007 The budget for Capital Revenues was $38,788,000 and actual Capital Revenue was $36,314.000. Capacity fees were down significantly due to the slowdown in the housing market, but were offset by higher tax revenue. She stated that the Impact on the Sewer Construction Fund balance is that $3 million has been drawn from reserves, which were at $56 million. 11. EMERGENCY SITUATIONS REQUIRING BOARD ACTION None. 12. ANNOUNCEMENTS/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS None. 13. CLOSED SESSION The Board recessed at 4:39 p.m. to reconvene in closed session in the Caucus Room regarding Personnel Matters Pursuant to Section 54957 of the Government Code - Review of District Counsel contract. The closed session regarding Personnel Matters Pursuant to Section 54957.10 of the Government Code - Deferred Compensation Early Withdrawal Request was not held. The Board reconvened in open session in the Board Room at 4:53 p.m. 14. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION No reports. 15. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, President Nejedly adjourned the meeting at 4:53 p.m. James A. Ne edly President of the Board of Directors, Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California COUNTERSIGNED: &~ Elaine R. Boehme Secretary of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California Book 56 - Page 207