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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD MINUTES 04-06-00 58 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE DISTRICT BOARD OF THE CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT HELD ON APRIL 6, 2000 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 April 6, 2000. President Lucey called the meeting to order and requested that the Secretary call roll. 1. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Members: Nejedly, Menesini, Hockett, Boneysteele, Lucey ABSENT: Members: None a. INTRODUCE NEW EMPLOYEE . BART DAMELE. BUYER II Mr. Bart Damele, Buyer II, was introduced and welcomed to the District by President Lucey and the Board of Directors. 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS None 3. AWARDS AND COMMENDATIONS a. PRESENTATION OF SAFETY SUGGESTION OF THE YEAR AWARD FOR 1999 TO: . CHRIS KEITH. CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT OPERATOR. COLLECTION SYSTEM OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT . MICHAEL SILVA. UTILITY WORKER. PLANT OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT Mr. Charles W. Batts, General Manager, stated that at this time each year, the District's Safety Program publicly recognizes the top safety suggestion for the year. Mr. Batts introduced Mr. David Clovis, Safety and Risk Manager, who stated that this year the suggestions submitted by Mr. Chris Keith and Mr. Michael Silva were both selected to receive the Annual Safety Suggestion Award. Mr. Chris Keith, Construction Equipment Operator, has worked in the Collection System Operations Department for 16 years. Mr. Keith suggested that protective railings be installed around a junction structure in Walnut Creek to minimize the potential safety hazard of a fall. Mr. Michael Silva, Utility Worker, has worked in the Plant Operations Department for nine years. Mr. Silva identified a potential unsafe area around the Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection channel, an opening that presents a potential fall hazard when it is open for work. Mr. Clovis stated that because both of these suggestions were so good, they were both chosen to receive the Safety Suggestion of the Year Award for 1999. President Lucey presented the Safety Suggestion of the Year Award for 1999 to Mr. Chris Keith, Construction Equipment Operator, and Mr. Michael Silva, Utility Worker, and commended Messrs. Keith and Silva for their attention to safety. It is imperative that none of us take safety for granted. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR Following discussion of the proposed property exchange and the mutual benefit to the District and Conco Cement Company, it was moved by Member Hockett and seconded 04 06 00 59 by Member Menesini, that the Consent Calendar, consisting of Item a., be approved as recommended, resolutions adopted as appropriate, and recordings duly authorized. a. The Grant Deeds between the District and Gonsalves and Santucci, Inc., dba Conco Cement Company, for a portion of Assessor's Parcel Numbers 159- 471-004 and 159-471-005 were approved; staff was authorized to execute all documents required for escrow; the President of the Board of Directors and the Secretary of the District were authorized to execute and record said Grant Deeds; and Resolution No. 2000-021 and 2000-022 were adopted to that effect. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Hockett, Menesini, Nejedly, Boneysteele, Lucey None None 5. HEARINGS a. CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING: ADOPT A RESOLUTION OVERRULING PROTESTS: ADOPT A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING COMPLIANCE WITH CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION. ARTICLE XIIID. SECTION 4: ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING ENGINEER'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING IMPROVEMENT: AND AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH MUIR LANE PARCEL OWNERS IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE MUIR LANE CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 99-2: DP 5442 Mr. Batts, General Manager, introduced Mr. Curt Swanson, Environmental Services Division Manager, who stated that ten parcel owners on Muir Lane in Alamo have requested that the District form a contractual assessment district (CAD) for the purpose of financing and constructing a public sewer system to serve their properties. Design has been completed and bids secured. Ten properties are participating in the Muir Lane CAD, but 15 homes could be served by the CAD. The estimated cost for construction of the proposed project to extend the public sewer is $144,980. Based on ten participants and an interest rate of 6.82 percent, the estimated cost per participant is $15,920 or $2,222 annually for ten years. Mr. Swanson stated that including the Muir Lane CAD, the 1999- 2000 CAD authorizations total approximately $868,200 of the $1,000,000 authorized in the 1999-2000 Capital Improvement Budget. Mr. Swanson stated that there are a couple other CAD's in progress, but it appears that they will not be ready for funding until later in the summer, next fiscal year. Mr. Swanson stated that with most CAD's there is one resident who takes the lead. Ms. Sue Wingard was that individual for the Muir Lane CAD. Ms. Wingard was present in the audience. Mr. Swanson stated that of the eight CAD's he has worked on, the Muir Lane CAD has been the fastest and that is thanks to Ms. Wingard. At 2: 1 0 p.m., President Lucey opened the public hearing to announce the tabulation of ballots submitted by owners of each affected parcel and to receive comments on the project, Muir Lane CAD No. 99-2; DP 5442. Ms. Sue Wingard, 115 Muir Lane, Alamo, stated that she wished to thank Central Contra Costa Sanitary District for having the ability to finance the public sewer extension over ten years on the property tax bill. That is what made it possible for the homeowners to come together and do this project. Ms. Wingard again thanked the Board, stating that the homeowners really appreciate that feature. President Lucey thanked Ms. Wingard for her comments and indicated that was the hope of the District when the CAD program was instituted. 04 06 00 60 Mr. Swanson announced the results of the ballots submitted by owners of each affected parcel in the Muir Lane CAD No. 99-2. Ten ballots were received. All ten ballots were in favor of and none were opposed to the proposed assessment. There being no further comments, President Lucey closed the public hearing at 2: 12 p.m. It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member Nejedly, that Resolution No. 2000-023 be adopted, overruling protests for the Muir Lane CAD No. 99-2, DP 5442; that Resolution No. 2000-024 be adopted, confirming compliance with California Constitution, Article XIIID, Section 4; that Resolution No. 2000-025 be adopted, approving the Engineer's Report, assessments, and ordering improvement; and that the General Manager be authorized to execute an agreement with the Muir Lane parcel owners. Motion unanimously approved on the following vote: AYES: Members: NOES: Members: ABSENT: Members: Hockett, Nejedly, Menesini, Boneysteele, Lucey None None 6. CALL FOR REQUESTS TO CONSIDER ITEMS OUT OF ORDER Item 16.a., Closed Session to Instruct Labor Negotiators, was taken out of order. 16. CLOSED SESSION a. LABOR NEGOTIATIONS With respect to labor negotiations, the closed session was held pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 to meet with designated representatives prior to and during consultations and discussions with the representatives of employee organizations regarding the salary, salary schedules or compensation paid in the form of fringe benefits to employees in order to review its position and instruct its designated representatives. The District's negotiators are Labor Counsel Allison Woodall, Human Resources Manager Cathryn Freitas, and Plant Operations Division Manager Doug Craig, and the pertinent employee organization is the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Employees' Association Public Employees' Union Local No.1. At 2: 14 p.m., President Lucey declared the closed session to discuss labor negotiations pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 as noted above. At 3: 1 0 p.m., President Lucey concluded the closed session. BREAK At 3:10 p.m., President Lucey declared a recess, reconvening the meeting in open session at 3:15 p.m., with all parties present as previously designated. At this time, President Lucey reverted to the order of the agenda. 7. REPORTS a. GENERAL MANAGER 1 ) Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that each year the District's Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Facility, along with our partner Mt. View Sanitary District, files an annual report with the State Integrated Waste Management Board as required by our land use permit. Copies were distributed to the Board. Mr. Batts introduced Ms. Elaine Jacobs, Household Hazardous Waste Supervisor, who provided an overview of the facility's operations for the 1998-1999 fiscal year and for the first six months of the current fiscal year. 04 06 00 61 President Lucey noted that later in the agenda there is a letter from Ms. Cathy Wayne, Bear Den Leader, Boy Scouts of America, Cub Scout Pack 813, thanking and comníetìärng"Ms. Jacobs, Senior Household Hazardous Waste Technician James Minor, and the entire HHW Collection Facility staff for the informative presentation and tour. Member Menesini suggested that in addition to recent news articles, he would like to see this sort of letter published in the newspaper. Member Menesini also suggested that he would like to see a news release go out on HHW Collection Facility activities. Ms. Jacobs stated that she would work on that with Community Affairs Manager Harriette Heibel. Ms. Jacobs reviewed the HHW Program participation by jurisdiction for the 1998-1 999 fiscal year and the first six months of the current fiscal year, noting that the highest level of participation is from Lafayette residents at 16.4 percent and the lowest is San Ramon at 3.2 percent. The average overall participation rate is 8.4 percent. This is still very high participation in terms of the original goal of 4 percent participation. Referencing a graphic showing HHW Program participation beginning in October 1997 when the HHW Collection Facility opened, Ms. Jacobs stated that there is a definite trend showing an ongoing need for this service from our community. During the 1998-1999 fiscal year 14,01 9 cars were served at the permanent facility and temporary collection events. During the first six months of the current fiscal year, 7,550 cars have been served. It is estimated that 898,431 pounds of household hazardous waste was processed in the 1998-1 999 fiscal year, and during the first six months of the current fiscal year 612,436 pounds of household hazardous waste were processed. Ms. Jacobs reviewed the types of material and quantities of each received at the facility. Approximately 54 percent was recycled and reused. Ms. Jacobs reported that participation in the Small Business Program is light, but the program is needed. Good feedback on the service has been received. Wednesdays have been designated for the Small Business Program. Typically about half the day is spent servicing small business customers and half is spent doing sorting, clean-up, and administrative work. In 1998-1999, 49 small businesses were processed through 86 appointments. Experience during the first six months of the current fiscal year is about the same. A typical comment from small business program customers is that they would like an easier way of paying and they indicate that it would be easier if the facility would accept credit cards. Member Boneysteele stated that the use of credit cards would be worth investigating. Ms. Jacobs stated that she would raise that with Accounting staff. Discussion followed with regard to the optimum or maximum level of customers that can be serviced by the facility as currently operated and staffed, and whether a more aggressive outreach program is warranted. In summary, Ms. Jacobs stated that residential participation goals have been met or exceeded in most communities. Targeted outreach will increase small business participation. Continuous improvement review is ongoing and has resulted in enhanced customer service, improved efficiency and cost- effectiveness of operation, and added emphasis on safety. The HHW Collection Program is an ongoing success. President Lucey thanked Ms. Jacobs for her informative presentation. 2) Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that in 1975 two Local Improvement Districts (LID), No. 54 and No. 55, were formed with the help of the District and bonds were issued for local improvements. LID 54 was in the Martinez, Danville, Pleasant Hill, and Orinda areas and included about 300 participants. LID 55 was on Spring Hill Lane in Lafayette and included about 50 04 00 06 62 b. c. d. 04 3) participants. The County administered the bond payments; and in 1978, the LID's were no longer on the District books. The bonds were paid off in 1995. In a statement from the County it was determined that the LID's appeared to have excess funds that should be returned to the properties. There is approximately $60,000 in LID 54 and approximately $48,000 in LID 55. Staff proposes to refund the money to the participants directly with a cover letter from the District, signed by the President of the Board, explaining the nature of the refund. Staff will also review any other LID's to ensure that all funds are accounted for; and if required, handled in the same way as LID 54 and LID 55. Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that in January the Board was advised that the District had issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Professional Engineering and Consulting Services for a variety of treatment plant projects. These are small projects required to maintain a 25-year-old plant that have been "bundled" to reduce the costs for engineering, administration, and overhead. They require various engineering disciplines and skills. District staff has reviewed these projects and several will be done with in- house staff while others are best performed by an outside engineering firm. Twenty-three RFP's were sent out and eight proposals were received. The top three firms (Whitley Burchett, Villalobos and Associates, and NPG Engineering) were selected for interviews. While each of these firms will receive some of the work, NPG Engineering was selected as the primary consultant since they are a multi-discipline firm with expertise in civil, electrical, instrumentation, mechanical, and environmental areas. At the next meeting, the Board will receive a position paper requesting authorization of up to $300,000 in design work for each year, up to three years. Throughout this period, position papers will be submitted to the Board for review and approval of the construction authorization for each project. COUNSEL FOR THE DISTRICT None SECRETARY OF THE DISTRICT None BOARD MEMBERS 1 ) 2) 3) 4) Member Boneysteele, Chair of the Capital Projects Committee, reported that he and President Lucey met with staff on March 21, 2000 to review the 2000-2001 Equipment Budget. The Capital Projects Committee received and endorsed the request to increase the Equipment Contingency from $40,000 to $60,000 and to increase the General Manager's authorization limit from $3,500 to $5,000. The Committee also endorsed the submission of the proposed 2000-2001 Equipment Budget to the full Board for consideration and approval at the May 18, 2000 Board Meeting. Member Hockett reported on the March 23, 2000 Sanitation and Water Agencies of Contra Costa County meeting at which Ms. Judy Rivers, Human Resources Assistant, made an excellent presentation on Generation X, Today's Workforce. Member Menesini announced that the April 17, 2000 Environmental Alliance discussion series will feature a presentation by Mr. Bob Case, Chief of the Contra Costa County Agriculture Department, on pest and weed control. Member Menesini announced that the City of Martinez will be holding an open house for dedication of creek improvements. Member Menesini suggested that it may be appropriate for the District to participate. 06 00 63 5) Member Boneysteele raised the issue of the inaccuracy of certain information relating to the March 2, 2000 Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Board Meeting tõnt'iiiiikêf ;In the March 26, 2000 newspaper article entitled "Fight Over Sewer Line Placement. II Member Boneysteele stated that he does not believe that the incident described in the article ever occurred nor were there 40 San Ramon residents and city staff present at that meeting. There was one resident, Ms. Christa Freihofner, present who addressed the Board. Member Boneysteele stated that she was well received and treated with respect. Member Boneysteele stated that he believes that the minutes of the March 2, 2000 Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Board meeting are a very accurate report of what happened at that meeting particularly with regard to the Dougherty Tunnel and Trunk Sewer Project. Member Nejedly agreed, stating that Ms. Freihofner was well received and left the meeting with a better understanding of the District's position. The Board never spoke to Mr. Hudson; and if he was present, he did not identify himself. In the discussion that followed, it was suggested that the minutes of the March 2, 2000 Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Board Meeting be sent to the City of San Ramon. 8. ENGINEERING AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE A REVISION TO AN AGREEMENT WITH LARRY WALKER ASSOCIATES FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE TREATMENT PLANT CAPACITY EVALUATION. DP 7176 a. Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that as part of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit negotiations, the District has requested an increase in capacity from the current permit number of 45 MGD to 53.8 MGD. One condition of the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) for this permit increase is an Antidegradation Analysis. Mr. Batts introduced Dr. Gail Chesler, Associate Engineer, who provided an update on the status of permit negotiations. Dr. Chesler reported that the Report of Waste Discharge (application) was submitted in November 1999. Since that time staff has been working through the issues with the Tosco, Vallejo, and Bay Area Dischargers Association (BADA) permits because they will be used as a template for the District's permit. An administrative draft is expected in the next three or four days for review prior to distribution. The RWOCB will be without a quorum during the month of May so some permits may slip into the next fiscal year. Dr. Chesler stated that the work that is the subject of this authorization relates to water quality standards. It will be done in three area: 1) designated uses, 2) water quality criteria to protect those uses, and 3) the Antidegradation Analysis to maintain and protect. Larry Walker Associates will assist the District with the Antidegradation Analysis. That analysis will look at the impacts of increased flow from 45 MGD to 53.8 MGD and examine the impact on beneficial uses. Member Hockett and President Lucey left the meeting at the hour of 4:30 p.m. Dr. Chesler stated that Larry Walker Associates will conduct water quality modeling and prepare a report to the RWQCB. It was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Boneysteele, that the General Manager be authorized to execute a revision to an agreement with Larry Walker Associates at an additional cost not to exceed $116,000 for professional engineering services in connection with analysis required for the renewal of the District's NPDES permit and Treatment Plant Capacity Evaluation, DP 7176. There being no objection, the motion was approved with Members Hockett and Lucey being absent. President Lucey returned to the meeting at the hour of 4:32 p.m. 04 06 00 ~." . 64 b. AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH MALCOLM-PIRNIE. INC. TO CONDUCT CYANIDE TESTING FOR THE CYANIDE CONTROL ASSESSMENT PROJECT. DP 7178 Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that another concern with regard to the District's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit is sources of cyanide and the treatment plant's ability to meet the proposed permit limits. It is proposed that Malcolm-Pirnie, Inc. be used to investigate sources and determine treatment methods to resolve this permit issue. Member Hockett returned to the meeting at the hour of 4:33 p.m. Following discussion, it was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by President Lucey, that the General Manager be authorized to execute a cost reimbursement agreement with Malcolm-Pirnie, Inc. for $70,000 to conduct cyanide testing for the Cyanide Control Assessment Project, DP 7178. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. c. AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH TAYLOR SYSTEMS ENGINEERING. INC. FOR THE DESIGN OF THE SOLIDS CONDITIONING BUILDING VENTILATION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. DP 7199 Following explanation and discussion of the ventilation system, it was moved by Member Menesini and seconded by Member Boneysteele, that the General Manager be authorized to execute a cost reimbursement agreement with Taylor Systems Engineering, Inc. not to exceed the amount of $98,000 for the design of the Solids Conditioning Building Ventilation Improvements Project, DP 7199. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. 9. HUMAN RESOURCES a. ADD ONE HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (S-60. $3.535-$4.274) POSITION AND DELETE ONE ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY (S-60. $3.535-$4.274) POSITION Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that the proposed Human Resources Assistant position would replace the Administrative Secretary position left vacant when Ms. Jan Frost retired. The proposed position is at the same pay grade. This item was reviewed and endorsed by the Board Personnel Committee. It was moved by Member Nejedly and seconded by Member Hockett, that one Human Resources Assistant position (S-60, $3,535-$4,274) position be added and that one Administrative Secretary (S-60, $3,535-$4,274) position be deleted. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. b. AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE SEASONAL EMPLOYEES President Lucey stated that this item was reviewed and approved by the Board Personnel Committee. It was moved by Member Nejedly and seconded by President Lucey, that the hiring of 30 students for seasonal employment be authorized. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. c. RECEIVE AND CONSIDER PERSONNEL REQUESTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2000-2001 Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that the Personnel Requests for Fiscal Year 2000- 2001 were distributed to the Board and reviewed with the Board Personnel Committee. Mr. Batts introduced Ms. Cathryn Freitas, Human Resources Manager, who reviewed the personnel requests as set forth in the Personnel Budget. The Personnel Budget will be submitted to the Board for final approval at the May 2, 2000 Board Meeting. 04 06 00 65 It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by President Lucey, that the Personnel Budget for fiscal Year 2000-2001, identified as Items 1 through 10 in the position paper, be received. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. 10. CORRESPONDENCE a. NOTE RECEIPT OF LETTER FROM THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA CUB SCOUT PACK 813 THANKING AND COMMENDING ELAINE JACOBS. JAMES MINOR. AND THE ENTIRE STAFF AT THE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION FACILITY FOR THEIR EFFORTS DURING THE SCOUTS' VISIT TO THE FACILITY ON JANUARY 12. 2000 Receipt of this letter was noted earlier in the agenda in conjunction with the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility Annual Report. 11. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 2.2000 It was moved by Member Hockett and seconded by Member Menesini, that the minutes of the regular meeting of March 2, 2000 be approved as presented. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. b. MINUTES OF ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 7. 2000 It was moved by Member Boneysteele and seconded by Member Nejedly, that the minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of March 7, 2000 be approved as presented. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. 12. APPROVAL OF EXPENDITURES a. EXPENDITURE LIST DATED APRIL 6. 2000 Member Boneysteele stated that he and Member Menesini reviewed the expenditures and found them to be satisfactory. It was moved by Member Boneysteele and seconded by Member Menesini, that the Expenditure List dated April 6, 2000, including Self Insurance Check Nos. 101603- 101605, Running Expense Check Nos. 123647-124105, Sewer Construction Check Nos. 22036-22099, and Success Sharing Payroll Check Nos. 50826-51047, be approved as recommended. There being no objection, the motion was unanimously approved. 13. BUDGET AND FINANCE a. RECEIVE FEBRUARY 2000 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Ms. Deborah Ratcliff, Controller, reviewed the results of operations and maintenance for the month of February 2000, noting that expenditures were $400,000 less than budget, representing a 12.8 percent favorable variance. Year-to-date expenditures were $1.9 million less than budget, representing an 8.6 percent favorable variance. Year-to-date revenues of $15.8 million were $600,000 greater than budget, representing a 4 percent favorable variance. Ms. Ratcliff reported that the District's temporary investments were held in Treasury bills and Treasury notes and the District's Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) account with interest rates ranging from 4.95 percent to 6.64 percent. The latest interest rate as of February 2000 was 6.64 percent. The average yield of the LAIF account through January 2000 was 5.77 percent. President Lucey declared that the February 2000 Financial Statements were duly received. 04 06 00 66 b. RECEIVE THE 1999 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE Mr. Batts, General Manager, stated that each year the District's Deferred Compensation Plan Advisory Committee presents a comprehensive annual report to the Board. Mr. Batts stated that he would like to recognize the Committee for their hard work throughout the year. Mr. Batts introduced Ms. Thea Almendralejo, Accountant, who oversees this work. President Lucey declared that the Annual Report of the Deferred Compensation Plan Advisory Committee for 1999 was duly received. 14. EMERGENCY SITUATIONS REQUIRING BOARD ACTION None 1 5. ANNOUNCEMENTS/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Member Menesini requested an update at the next Board Meeting on issues relating to the Dougherty Tunnel and Trunk Sewer Project. 16. CLOSED SESSION a. LABOR NEGOTIATIONS This item was taken out of order earlier in the agenda. b. INITIATION OF LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c), on the advice of Counsel based on existing facts and circumstances, the Board of Directors of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District has decided or is deciding whether to initiate litigation. One potential matter is to be discussed. At 5:00 p.m., President Lucey declared the closed session to discuss initiation of litigation as noted above. At 5:47 p.m., President Lucey excused himself and left the meeting. At 5:55 p.m., President Pro Tem Hockett concluded the closed session and reconvened the meeting into open session. 17. REPORT OF DISCUSSIONS IN CLOSED SESSION No decisions were made or votes taken in closed session which require reporting at this time. 18. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, President Pro Tem Hockett adjourned the meeting at the hour of 5:56 p.m. President of the Board of Directo s, Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, County of Contra Costa, State of California COUNTERSIGNED: Se re ar of the Central Contr Costa San ry District, County of Contra Costa, State of California 04 06 00