HomeMy WebLinkAbout2/21/2008 AGENDA BACKUPCentral Contra Costa Sanitary District
' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 3.d. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: ADOPT RESOLUTION
subject: ADOPT A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN OFFER OF DEDICATION FROM
RAYMOND D. BOYER, ACCEPTING PUBLIC SEWER IMPROVEMENTS, AND
AUTHORIZING RECORDING OF THE RESOLUTION WITH THE CONTRA COSTA
COUNTY RECORDER (JOB 5676 - PARCEL 1* - NORTH GATE ROAD, WALNUT
CREEK AREA)
Submitted By: Initiating Dept. /Div.:
Molly Mullin, Engineering Assistant III Engineering /Environmental Services
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
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ISSUE: A resolution of the Board of Directors is required to accept offers of dedication
and public sewer improvements, and to authorize staff to record documents.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution accepting an offer of dedication and public
sewer improvements, and authorizing staff to record the resolution with the Contra
Costa County Recorder.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The new easement was acquired at no cost to the District.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: None.
BACKGROUND: The Board of Directors regularly accepts easements and public
sewer improvements by resolution. The recommended resolution will accept an
easement and sewer installed during a recent sewer extension off North Gate Road in
the Walnut Creek area as shown on Attachment 1. Staff has reviewed the easement
documents and inspected the public sewer improvements, and determined that they are
in compliance with District standards.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Adopt a resolution accepting an easement from
Raymond D. Boyer, accepting Job 5676 public sewer improvements, and authorizing
recording of the resolution with the Contra Costa County Recorder.
*Easement parcel numbers are for internal job log use only.
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' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 3.e. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: ADOPT RESOLUTION
Subject: ADOPT A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN OFFER OF DEDICATION FROM
NELDA F. CHAMPION, ACCEPTING PUBLIC SEWER IMPROVEMENTS, AND
AUTHORIZING RECORDING OF THE RESOLUTION WITH THE CONTRA COSTA
COUNTY RECORDER (JOB 5676 - PARCEL 3* - NORTH GATE ROAD, WALNUT
CREEK AREA)
Submitted By: Initiating Dept. /Div.:
Molly Mullin, Engineering Assistant III Engineering /Environmental Services
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
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General Manager
ISSUE: A resolution of the Board of Directors is required to accept offers of dedication
and public sewer improvements, and to authorize staff to record documents.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution accepting an offer of dedication and public
sewer improvements, and authorizing staff to record the resolution with the Contra
Costa County Recorder.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The new easement was acquired at no cost to the District.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: None.
BACKGROUND: The Board of Directors regularly accepts easements and public
sewer improvements by resolution. The recommended resolution will accept an
easement and sewer installed during a recent sewer extension off North Gate Road in
the Walnut Creek area as shown on Attachment 1. Staff has reviewed the easement
documents and inspected the public sewer improvements, and determined that they are
in compliance with District standards.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Adopt a resolution accepting an easement from
Nelda F. Champion, accepting Job 5676 public sewer improvements, and authorizing
recording of the resolution with the Contra Costa County Recorder.
*Easement parcel numbers are for internal job log use only.
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' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 3.f. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: ADOPT RESOLUTION
Subject: ADOPT A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN OFFER OF DEDICATION FROM
ASHLEY V. PARTNERS FOR EASEMENTS SHOWN ON THE RECORDED FINAL
MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7647 IN THE WALNUT CREEK AREA, ACCEPTING
PUBLIC SEWER IMPROVEMENTS, AND AUTHORIZING RECORDING OF THE
RESOLUTION WITH THE CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDER (JOB 5676 -
PARCEL 4 *)
Submitted By: Initiating Dept /Div.:
Molly Mullin, Engineering Assistant III Engineering /Environmental Services
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
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ISSUE: A resolution of the Board of Directors is required to accept offers of dedication
and public sewer improvements, and to authorize staff to record documents.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution accepting an offer of dedication and public
sewer improvements, and authorizing staff to record the resolution with the Contra
Costa County Recorder.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The new easements were acquired at no cost to the District.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: None.
BACKGROUND: The Board of Directors regularly accepts easements and public
sewer improvements by resolution. The recommended resolution will accept
easements shown on the recorded final map of Subdivision 7647 and required for a
recent sewer extension off North Gate Road as shown on Attachment 1. Staff has
reviewed the subdivision map inspected the public sewer improvements, and
determined that they are in compliance with District standards.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Adopt a resolution accepting an Offer of
Dedication from Ashley V. Partners shown on the recorded final map of Subdivision
7647 in the Walnut Creek area, accepting Job 5676 public sewer improvements, and
authorizing recording of the resolution with the Contra Costa County Recorder.
*Easement parcel numbers are for internal job log use only.
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' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 3.g. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: ADOPT RESOLUTION
Subject: ADOPT A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AN OFFER OF DEDICATION FROM
GREYSTONE HOMES INC FOR AN EASEMENT SHOWN ON THE RECORDED
FINAL MAP OF SUBDIVISION 8717 IN THE UNINCORPORATED DOUGHERTY
VALLEY AREA OF SAN RAMON, ACCEPTING PUBLIC SEWER IMPROVEMENTS,
AND AUTHORIZING RECORDING OF THE RESOLUTION WITH THE CONTRA
COSTA COUNTY RECORDER (JOB 5685 - PARCEL 2 *)
Submitted By: Initiating Dept. /Div.:
Molly Mullin, Engineering Assistant III Engineering /Environmental Services
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
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General Manager
ISSUE: A resolution of the Board of Directors is required to accept offers of dedication
and public sewer improvements, and to authorize staff to record documents.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution accepting an offer of dedication and public
sewer improvements, and authorizing staff to record the resolution with the Contra
Costa County Recorder.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The new easement was acquired at no cost to the District.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: None.
BACKGROUND: The Board of Directors regularly accepts easements and public
sewer improvements by resolution. The recommended resolution would accept
an easement shown on the recorded final map of Subdivision 8717 required for a recent
sewer extension off Albion Road in the Dougherty Valley as shown on Attachment 1.
Staff has reviewed the subdivision map, inspected the public sewer improvements, and
determined that they are in compliance with District standards.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Adopt a resolution accepting an Offer of
Dedication from Greystone Homes, Inc. shown on the recorded final map of Subdivision
8717 in the unincorporated Dougherty Valley area of San Ramon, accepting Job 5685
public sewer improvements, and authorizing recording of the resolution with the Contra
Costa County Recorder.
*Easement parcel numbers are for internal job log use only.
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' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 3.h. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: ACCEPT CONTRACT WORK/AUTHORIZE FILING OF THE NOTICE
OF COMPLETION
subject: ACCEPT THE CONTRACT WORK FOR THE ALHAMBRA VALLEY TRUNK
SEWER, PHASE 2, DISTRICT PROJECT 5919, AND AUTHORIZE FILING OF THE
NOTICE OF COMPLETION
Submitted By: Initiating Dept /Div.:
Nancy Molina, Assistant Engineer Engineering / Capital Projects
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
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ISSUE: Construction has been completed on the Alhambra Valley Trunk Sewer,
Phase 2, District Project 5919, and the work is now ready for acceptance.
RECOMMENDATION: Accept the contract work for the Alhambra Valley Trunk Sewer,
Phase 2, DP 5919, and authorize filing of the Notice of Completion.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None related to this action.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: Not applicable. Filing the Notice of Completion
is advisable under the California Civil Code, Section 3093.
BACKGROUND: Alhambra Valley is an unincorporated, rural residential area south
and west of the City of Martinez. There are about 200 residentially - developed parcels
using septic systems, as well as the potential for limited, low- density residential
development if sewer service were available. Land developers and area residents who
are experiencing failing septic systems have expressed interest in receiving sewer
service.
In October 2003, a Facilities Plan for Wastewater Utility Service to Alhambra Valley was
completed. This report reviewed the governmental, engineering, and financial aspects
of potential sewer facilities to the unincorporated Alhambra Valley area. The Alhambra
Valley Trunk Sewer project resulted from this facilities plan.
The Alhambra Valley Trunk Sewer project was divided into two phases. Phase 1 was
completed in October 2006 and installed approximately 3,300 feet of 10 -inch and
12 -inch PVC pipe, sewer laterals, manholes, and pipe stubouts for future users along
the trunk line. The work in Phase 1 was along Alhambra Valley Road between Gilbert
Lane and Sheridan Lane and between Wanda Way and Reliez Valley Road. Phase 2
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POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008
Subject: ACCEPT THE CONTRACT WORK FOR THE ALHAMBRA VALLEY TRUNK
SEWER, PHASE 2, DISTRICT PROJECT 5919, AND AUTHORIZE FILING OF THE
NOTICE OF COMPLETION
installed 10- and 12 -inch pipe, lateral extensions, and manholes in Wanda Way and the
National Park Service property at the end of Strenzel Lane. The construction included
tunneling a 24 -inch steel casing under Alhambra Creek and installing a twin barrel
siphon.
On July 19, 2007, the Board of Directors authorized the award of a contract for the
construction of the project to Marques Pipeline, Inc. The Notice to Proceed was issued
on September 24, 2007. The work was substantially completed on February 15, 2008.
The remaining items of work consist of punch -list items, which do not affect the project
acceptance.
Immediately upon acceptance, the Contractor is relieved of the duty of maintaining and
protecting the contract work. Guaranty and warranty periods required by the contract
and the statutory period for filing of liens and Stop Notices start on the date of
acceptance by the Board of Directors. Final payment to the Contractor is made after
expiration of the statutory period for filing of liens and Stop Notices, provided no liens or
Stop Notices have been filed, and provided the punch -list items have been completed.
The total authorized budget for Alhambra Valley Trunk Sewer, Phase 2, is $1,804,210.
The budget includes the cost of engineering design, construction management and
inspection, testing services, and contractor services. An accounting of the project costs
will be provided to the Board at the time of project closeout. It is appropriate to accept
the contract work at this time.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Accept the contract work for the Alhambra Valley
Trunk Sewer, Phase 2, District Project 5919, and authorize filing of the Notice of
Completion.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 3.i. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: ACCEPT CONTRACT WORK/AUTHORIZE FILING OF THE NOTICE
OF COMPLETION
subject: ACCEPT THE CONTRACT WORK FOR THE MARTINEZ SEWER
RENOVATIONS, PHASE 1, DISTRICT PROJECT 5975, AND AUTHORIZE FILING
OF THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION
Submitted By: Initiating Dept /Div.:
Amy Hernandez Engineering / Capital Projects
Senior Engineering Assistant
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION.
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ISSUE: Construction has been completed on the Martinez Sewer Renovations,
Phase 1, District Project 5975, and the work is now ready for acceptance.
RECOMMENDATION: Accept the contract work for the Martinez Sewer Renovations,
Phase 1, DP 5975, and authorize filing of the Notice of Completion.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None related to this action.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: Not applicable. Filing the Notice of Completion
is advisable under the California Civil Code, Section 3093.
BACKGROUND: Phase 1 of the Martinez Sewer Renovations consisted of the
installation of sanitary sewers in Marina Vista Street and the replacement of sanitary
sewers located in an easement that serves the homeowners of Ulfinian Way. In
addition, some sanitary sewers on the Shell Oil property were abandoned and flow was
rerouted to the new sanitary sewer on Marina Vista.
On July 19, 2007, the Board of Directors authorized the award of a contract for the
construction of the project to California Trenchless, Inc. The Notice to Proceed was
issued on August 27, 2007. The work was substantially completed on December 14,
2007. The remaining items of work consist of minor punch -list items, which do not
affect the project acceptance.
Immediately upon acceptance, the Contractor is relieved of the duty of maintaining and
protecting the Contract work. Guaranty and warranty periods required by the Contract
and the statutory period for filing of liens and Stop Notices start on the date of
acceptance by the Board of Directors. Final payment to the Contractor is made after
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POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008
subject: ACCEPT THE CONTRACT WORK FOR THE MARTINEZ SEWER
RENOVATIONS, PHASE 1, DISTRICT PROJECT 5975, AND AUTHORIZE FILING
OF THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION
expiration of the statutory period for filing of liens and Stop Notices, provided no liens or
Stop Notices have been filed, and provided the punch -list items have been completed.
The total authorized budget for the project is $1,373,000. The budget includes the cost
of engineering design, construction management and inspection, testing services, and
contractor services. An accounting of the project costs will be provided to the Board at
the time of project closeout. It is appropriate to accept the contract work at this time.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Accept the contract work for the Martinez Sewer
Renovations, Phase 1, District Project 5975, and authorize filing of the Notice of
Completion.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 3.j. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: APPROVE MERIT INCREASE
Subject: REQUEST APPROVAL OF REGISTRATION DIFFERENTIAL SALARY
MERIT INCREASE FOR NATHANIEL MORALES, ASSISTANT ENGINEER
Submitted By: Initiating Dept. /Div.:
Michael Penny, Provisional Senior Engineer Engineering / Capital Projects
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
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eneral Manager
ISSUE: A registration differential salary merit increase requires approval by the Board
of Directors.
RECOMMENDATION: Grant Nathaniel Morales, Assistant Engineer, a one -step
increase of his basic salary effective January 25, 2008.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: One -step salary increase.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: None
BACKGROUND: Nathaniel is an Assistant Engineer in the Capital Projects Division of
the Engineering Department. This classification does not require registration as a
Professional Engineer. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the
Management Support/Confidential Group and Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
provides for a salary merit increase for employees who achieve registration or license
as Professional Engineer, Land Surveyor, or Certified Public Accountant while
employed by the District in a position not requiring such registration or license.
Nathaniel Morales has provided evidence to his supervisors that he has passed all
required examinations and is now licensed as a Professional Engineer (Mechanical
Engineering) in California (see attached notification). Nathaniel Morales has
consistently demonstrated his ability to assist in the accomplishment of the planning,
design, and construction activities of the District requiring the professional level of
judgment and skill expected of a Professional Engineer.
The Human Resources Committee has reviewed this matter at its February 15, 2008
meeting.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Grant Nathaniel Morales, Assistant Engineer, a
one -step increase of his basic salary effective January 25, 2008, as the registration
differential salary merit increase provided for in the MOU.
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01/25/2008
,k BOARD FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS
2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 300, Sacramento, CA 95833 -2944
Phone: (916) 263 -2222 Toll Free: 1- 866- 780 -5370 Fax: (916) 263 -2246
www.dca.ca.gov /pels
NATHANIEL M. MORALES
CONGRATULATIONS!
ID: 49826
Branch: Mechanical
We are pleased to inform you that you have successfully passed the Mechanical engineer examination.
This letter will serve as temporary evidence that you now hold a valid license as a Professional Mechanical
engineer. A formal certificate, which will include your license number, will be prepared and mailed to you
within four to six weeks.
Please refer to the California Code of Regulations (Board Rules) for Professional Engineers and Land
Surveyors (Title 16, Division 5, Sections 400 - 474.5) for information on the following subjects that are your
responsibility. These Rules can be found on our website at www.dca.ca.gov /pels /laws.htm
Rule 407 - Fees
Rule 411 - Seal and Signature
Rule 412 - Address Change
Rule 415 - Practice within Area of Competence
Of particular importance is that all licenses are subject to renewal, and payment of a renewal fee is required.
A renewal notice will be mailed to you several weeks before the expiration date of your Mechanical
engineer license. If you z do not receive a renewal notice, you are still responsible for renewing your license.
Business and Professions Code (Professional Engineers Act) Section 6764 states that every licensed
Professional Engineer must obtain a seal or stamp. You may purchase one from any stationary store or
rubber stamp company. Board Rule 411 provides specific criteria on seals.
Notices and newsletters from the Board Office cannot reach you unless we have your current mailing
address. Board Rule 412 requires you to advise us in writing of any address changes within 30 days after
the effective date of the address change.
EXAMINATION AND LICENSING STAFF
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 3.k. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: HUMAN RESOURCES
subject: DIRECT STAFF TO SECURE THE SERVICES OF AN ARBITRATOR IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE
Submitted By: Cathryn Freitas, H. R. Initiating Dept/Div.: Adminstration /Human
Manager Resources
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
C. Fieitas 1K. "graves es M. Kelly,
neral Manager
ISSUE: When a disciplinary matter is appealed to the Board, the Board must employ a
neutral third party to hear the matter and recommend action to the Board in accordance
with the Memorandum of Understanding between the District and the Employees'
Association, Public Employees' Union, Local One, Article III, Section 3.4.13.
RECOMMENDATION: Direct staff to secure the services of an arbitrator.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The cost to the District of the disciplinary hearing, court
reporter and transcript, and the arbitrator's written recommendation, is approximately
$4000.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: None.
BACKGROUND: Director of Engineering Ann Farrell issued a Notice of Intent to
Terminate Source Control Inspector Kiley Kinnon. Mr. Kinnon appealed the proposed
termination at Step Three of the disciplinary appeal process. General Manager James
Kelly appointed Director of Plant Operations Doug Craig to be the Step Three Hearing
Officer. Mr. Craig upheld the termination. His decision has been provided to the Board
under separate cover. The Union has appealed the termination to the Board on Mr.
Kinnon's behalf. The Board must secure the services of a neutral third party to hear the
case.
The Human Resources Committee will review this matter at its February 15, 2008
meeting.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Direct staff to secure the services of an arbitrator
in accordance with the District's disciplinary appeal process.
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2007 No.: 3.1. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: Human Resources
Subject: AUTHORIZE EXTENSION OF MEDICAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE
WITHOUT PAY FOR UTILITY WORKER FELIX ESPINOSA
THROUGH APRIL 1, 2008
Submitted By: Douglas J. Craig, Initiating Dept. /Div.: Plant Operations
Director of Operations
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
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neral Manager
ISSUE: Board of Directors' authorization is required for a medical leave of absence
without pay in excess of 30 days.
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize extension of medical leave of absence without pay for
Utility Worker Felix Espinosa.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: Minimal
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: Deny medical leave of absence without pay.
BACKGROUND: Utility Worker Felix Espinosa has been off of work since July 2, 2007,
due to a work - related injury. Mr. Espinosa applied for, was granted, and used 12 weeks
of Family Medical Leave and was authorized to be off until January 31, 2008. We
request authorization to grant an extension of medical leave without pay for
Mr. Espinosa through April 1, 2008. The Board will be notified if further action is
necessary.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Authorize medical leave of absence without pay
for Utility Worker Felix Espinosa through April 1, 2008.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 3.m. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: Human Resources
Subject: AUTHORIZE EXTENSION OF MEDICAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE
WITHOUT PAY FOR UTLITY WORKER MARALEE DAVI
THROUGH JUNE 5, 2008
Submitted By: Douglas J. Craig, Initiating Dept. /Div.: Plant Operations
Director of Operations
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
D raig C. Freitas Mmes M. Relly,
General Manager
ISSUE: Board of Directors' authorization is required for a medical leave of absence
without pay in excess of 30 days.
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize extension of medical leave of absence without pay for
Utility Worker Maralee Davi.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: Minimal
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: Deny extension of medical leave of absence
without pay.
BACKGROUND: Utility Worker Maralee Davi has been off of work since August 1,
2007, due to a medical condition. The Board previously approved a medical leave of
absence without pay for Ms. Davi through February 14, 2008. We request an extension
of medical leave of absence without pay through June 5, 2008. Upon receipt of the
next doctor's verification, Ms. Davi's status will be reviewed, and further Board action
will be requested if appropriate.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Authorize extension of medical leave of absence
without pay for Utility Worker Maralee Davi through June 5, 2008.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 3.n. Consent Calendar
Type of Action: HUMAN RESOURCES
subject: ADOPT REVISED CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTIONS FOR DIRECTOR OF
ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIVISION MANAGER
Submitted By: Cathryn Freitas, H. R. Initiating Dept./Div.: Administration /Human
Mgr. Resources
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION.
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ISSUE: Modifications to job classification descriptions require Board approval.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt revised classification descriptions for the Director of
Engineering and Environmental Services Division Manager.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: Do not adopt changes.
BACKGROUND: The Human Resources Committee requested staff to review several
job classification descriptions in the Management Group. Staff is recommending that
the Director of Engineering description be modified to require registration in civil,
chemical or mechanical engineering and remove the words "is desirable" from the
Licenses and Certificates. Additionally, the Environmental Services Division Manager
description should be modified to include registration in civil, chemical or mechanical
engineering, instead of only civil engineering, and add a "desirable" qualification for a
masters degree. These changes create consistency among the three Engineering
manager descriptions. The Human Resources Committee is recommending these
changes to the full Board.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Adopt revised job classification descriptions for
the Director of Engineering and the Environmental Services Division Manager.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Effective: 95899
Range: M -20
Respirator Class: 3
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
DEFINITION
Manage the Engineering Department; assist the General Manager in the overall
formulation and administration of District programs and activities in close cooperation
with the Board of Directors; perform special managerial duties as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive general direction from the General Manager.
Exercise direct and general supervision over division heads, professional, and technical
personnel in the Engineering Department.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the
following:
Manage the Engineering Department, making independent decisions as necessary.
Represent the District in meetings with local, state, and federal officials.
Act as the Manager of the Sewer Construction Fund by recommending rates and fees
and preparing the Capital Improvement Plan; be responsible for the overall District
capital improvements program.
Be responsible for engineering studies, reports, designs, and specifications, and
construction of additions and improvements to the District's treatment plant, collection
system, and pumping stations; is responsible to assure that District capital
improvements are made in a sound engineering and cost - effective manner.
Administer the fiscal affairs of the department.
Act on behalf of the General Manager as required.
Demonstrate a commitment to recruit, hire, and retain a diverse workforce.
Perform related duties as required.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Director of Engineering (Continued)
EXAMPLES OF NQN-E-SS. J= DUTIES Duties may inGlude, but aFe not limited ,
the follow'
Prepare position papers and present these position papers to the Board of Directors for
approval.
Arrange for the services of consultants and oversee their work.
Take an active part in the establishment of District policies, standards, and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles and techniques of organization, management, personnel
administration, budgeting, cost control, and staff development including and
understanding the importance of authority, responsibility, accountability,
motivation, and delegation.
Engineering principles and practices as related and applied to design,
construction, and operation of wastewater collection, disposal, treatment
systems, and facilities.
Principles of financial management budgeting, grants administration, and cost
control.
Principles of the determination of rates and charges and industrial waste control.
Materials, procedures, and equipment used in construction, operation, and
maintenance of sewage and solid waste facilities and equipment.
Project management and construction management of large and complex
industrial plants including construction claims and construction litigation.
Local, regional, state, and federal - related organizations and programs.
Ability to:
Continuously analyze budget variance reports, interpret and evaluate staff
reports, know regulatory rules, observe performance evaluations, problem solve
engineering cost recommendations, remember personnel rules, and explain
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Director of Engineering (Continued)
Board reports.
Sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time on a continuous basis.
Intermittently twist to reach equipment- surrounding desk, and perform simple
grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to
communicate through written means.
Manage the work activities of a large and diversified group of professional,
technical, and non - technical employees.
Apply engineering principles and techniques to the solution of design and
operation problems of substantial technical difficulty.
Prepare clear and concise reports and specifications.
Perceive and analyze problems correctly and take effective action.
Prepare budgets and control expenditures.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships in the department, with
other departments and divisions of the District, and with persons and
organizations dealing with the District.
Experience and Education:
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide
the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain
the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
At least ten years of increasingly responsible professional engineering
experience, six years of which were in a management position within a
publicly -owned water or wastewater utility, engineering consulting firm,
environmental - related industry, or similar organization.
Education
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with
major work in civil, chemical, mechanical, or environmental engineering. A
master's degree in engineering is desirable.
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Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer
issued by the State of California in the area of civil, chemical, or mechanical
engineering - �' �pTe.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
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Respirator Class: 3
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIVISION MANAGER
DEFINITION
Manage the Environmental Services Division of the Engineering Department of the
District; perform special managerial duties as required; and do all related work as
required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receive general direction from the Director of Engineering.
Exercise direct and general supervision over professional, technical, and clerical
personnel in the Environmental Services Division.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the
following:
Manage the Environmental Services Division of the Engineering Department making
independent decisions as necessary in the management of the division.
Attend to division personnel management matters including safety and training
programs, evaluations, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions.
Coordinate work of the division with that of other divisions and departments.
Review and appraise division project and work reports.
Review and approve designs, plans, and specifications.
Make decisions regarding proper sewer service for existing properties and new
developments.
Confer with the public and representatives of other agencies.
Represent the District at public and professional meetings and conferences in regard to
present and future projects and various District matters.
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
Environmental Services Division Manager (Continued)
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Prepare reports and position papers and submit appropriate materials to management
and /or the Board of Directors for necessary action.
Coordinate and direct through subordinate supervisors all construction management,
investigations, studies, research, analyses, programs, projects, operations, and
maintenance assigned to or being a responsibility of the division.
Act on behalf of the Director of Engineering as required.
Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Engineering principles and practices as related and applied to the design,
construction, and operation of wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal
systems and facilities.
Materials, procedures, and equipment used in construction, operation, and
maintenance of wastewater facilities and equipment.
Principles and techniques of organization, management, personnel
administration, budgeting, and staff development.
Local, regional, state, and federal - related organizations and programs.
Ability to:
On a continuous basis analyze data and determine appropriate actions, identify
problems and develop solutions, interpret specifications and give opinions,
observe reading documents, problem solve sewer problems for the public and
personnel problems, and explain to employees how to talk to the public
regarding sewers.
Sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time on a continuous basis.
Intermittently twist to reach equipment- surrounding desk, and perform simple
grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to
communicate through written means.
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Environmental Services Division Manager (Continued)
Plan, organize, direct, and control the work of others.
Apply engineering principles and techniques in the solution of difficult and
complex engineering problems.
Prepare clear, complete, and concise reports and letters.
Perceive and analyze problems and take effective corrective action.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Experience and Education:
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide
the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain
the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
Ten years of progressively responsible professional engineering experience
including four years of experience in supervising professional, technical, and
trade personnel.
Education
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with
major work in civil or sanitary engineering or a closely related field.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a professional engineer in
Giyil engineeFingissued by the State of California in the area of civil chemical or
mechanical engineering. Master's degree in civil, chemical, sanitary, or
mechanical engineering is desirable.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
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Agenda Item 5. a. 1)
CCCSD's Pollution
Prevention Program
Melody LaBella
February 21, 2008
Overview
• CCCSD's P2 Program
• Pollutants of Concern
■ 2007 P2 Program Highlights
■ What's New for 2008
■ Acknowledgements
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CCCSD's P2 Program
■ Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Facility
• Source Control Program
• Community Outreach
• Collaborative Partnerships
• Local
• Regional
Priority Pollutants
• Mercury
• Cyanide
• Dioxin
• Copper
• Acrylonitrile
• Lead
■ Fats, oils & grease (FOG)
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Watch List Pollutants
• Bis(2- ethylhexyl)phthlate (DEHP)
• Tributyltin
• Dieldren
• 4,4' -DDE (DDT)
• Diazinon
■ Chlorpyrifos
Emerging Pollutants
■ PCBs
■ Selenium
Highest Priority Pollutant
Mercury
Why Mercury? t
■ New mercury regulations
• TMDL
• Watershed Permit
■ Effective March 1, 2008
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■ Contains significant reduction milestones
for our annual mercury mass loading
■ 20% reduction in 10 years
■ 40% reduction in 20 years
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2007 P2 Program
Highlights
Almost 1.9 million pounds 10% increase in
of HHW was collected number of
participants
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The Result... tq
Over 170 pounds of mercury -
containing wastes were collected
at our HHWCF and kept out of the
wastewater stream!
tMplemented
'Mandatory Dental
Amalgam Program
Began investigating
Mercury Sources in
High Schools`;'
Source Control
Program
New Customer Services: Gave 25 presentations
IiiAcademy to food service staff on
Compliance Consultations proper` disposal of FOG
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Public
Outreach
10 Years =16 Million Rounds
of Household Hazardous Waste Kept Out of
the Emrironmentt ( ,
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The Result...
■ Reached almost 2,400 students at 27
schools with our P2 education programs
■ Reached 140,000 residences &
businesses with multiple P2 messages
in the Summer 2007 Pipeline
■ 8 Healthy Gardening Workshops were
conducted with 180 attendees
8. ary Ar gClean Water Agencies
Collaborative
Partnerships
The Result...
■ 42 new businesses in our service area were
certified by the Green Business Program
■ Total of 202 in our service area
■ Hosted a 5 -hour advanced IPM training
seminar for 47 Master Gardeners
■ 4,264 mercury thermometers were collected
in the Bay Area during BAPPG's regionally -
advertised collection events in April & May
■ 321 were collected at our HHWCF
What's New for 2008?
• Dental office field visits to verify amalgam
separator installations
• Development of a recognition program for
schools "eliminating" mercury sources
• Continued evaluation of mercury sources
■ Middle schools & larger medical facilities
• Pilot Program with Bill's Ace Hardware to
provide in -store outreach on proper disposal of
mercury- containing items
What's New for 2008?
■ Reduction of pesticide uses in CCCSD's
operations
• Landscaping and structural pest control
• Discontinue recycling of non -IPM products at our
HHWCF's Reuse Room
• Outreach on proper FOG disposal to large
apartment and condo complexes
• Keep an eye on the horizon (selenium)
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Acknowledgements
■ P2 Small Workgroup ■ Guidance & Input
• Colleen Henry
• Steve Linsley
• Bonnie Lowe
■ Tim Potter
• Randy Schmidt
• David Wyatt
In Conclusion...
• Doug Craig
• Ann Farrell
• Jim Kelly
• Michael Scahill
• Curt Swanson
Our P2 Program is
still a good -news
story, but...
mercury is going to
pose a challenge for
years to come!
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Volume 12, Number 1 A newsletter about protecting public health and the environment Spring 2008
Mercury Removal Remains A District Priority
As monitoring and testing
equipment procedures grew in
sophistication so did the ability of
laboratories to detect the presence
of elements like mercury in smaller
and smaller amounts.
It was in the early 1990s that
Regional Water Quality Control
Boards began to put limits on the
amount of mercury allowed in
treated wastewater discharges.
And those limits have become
smaller and smaller each year.
What has Central Contra
Costa Sanitary District done to
address the problem?
Mercury has been used in
numerous processes and products
—from laxatives to herbicides, from
dental amalgams to antiseptics
(remember mercurochrome ?). It's
been used to silver mirrors, develop
photographs, and preserve wood.
In its 10 -year history, the Household
Hazardous Waste Collection Facility
has collected more than
` 1,200 pounds of mercury.
A great deal of that
mercury came from
the thermometer
a exchange program—
bring in 0 mercury
thermometer and get a free digital
one in return.
In response to stricter discharge limits
set by the Regional Board, last year
the District began requiring all dental
practices in the service area to install
amalgam separators to keep mercury
out of the wastewater flow. By the
end of 2007 there was 98 percent
compliance with the ordinance.
The next opportunity? High schools.
The District has developed a new
program to minimize mercury in
(see MERCURYREMOVAL -, page 15)
The term Mad as a Hatter"
was coined in the early 19th
Century to describe the dementia
and tremors often seen in men who
spent their lives making felt hats, a
job that entailed using mercury as
part of the process.
Sewer Construction In Your Neighborhood
rprotect public health and the
environment, Central Contra
Costa Sanitary District (CCCSD) must
maintain, repair or replace sewer
lines and other facilities within our
1,500 -mile wastewater collection
system. We realize construction work
can be disruptive and we do our best
to minimize the inconvenience our
projects may cause to residents and
businesses.
Here's a brief summary of our ongoing
and future major construction projects:
Concord
OA -Line Relief Interceptor, Phase 2a:
This project will increase capacity and
reduce the potential for wet- weather
overflows in the A -Line Interceptor (the
backbone of the District's collection
system). It entails building 3,000 feet of
96 -inch pipe from Buchanan Fields Golf
Course to the intersection of Meridian
Park Boulevard and Galaxy Way.
An additional 1,300 feet of 48 -inch
through 72 -inch pipe will be installed
along Galaxy Way, then across Walnut
Creek to the City of Concord Pumping
Station. The project will also eliminate
the need for the pumping station. To
minimize construction impacts, 4,000
feet of the pipe will be installed by
tunneling. Construction is expected
to begin in March 2008 and finish in
January 2009. Estimated construction
cost: $20.6 million.
Martinez
AMartinez Sewer Renovations,
Phase 2: This second phase of a
multiphase project will install, replace
or renovate approximately 7,000 feet
of deteriorating or deficient sewers
at several sites in Martinez. it will use
open -cut and trenchless technologies.
Construction of this phase is expected
to start in June 2008 and finish by
January 2009. Estimated construction
cost: $1.0 million.
Orinda
® South Orinda Sewer Renovations,
Phase 3: This program (which may
include up to six phases) will renovate
deteriorating sewers in Orinda. Phase 3
will renovate approximately 8,000 feet
of sewers in various locations south of
Highway 24. Trenchless technologies
will be used. Construction of this phase
is expected to start in July 2008 and
finish by February 2009. Estimated
construction cost: $1.3 million.
OCamino Pablo Trunk Sewer and
Force Main Renovation: This project
will replace approximately 1,500 feet
of trunk sewer and two force mains
carrying wastewater from the Flush
I(leen Pumping Sta mino
Pablo Road in Orinda. To minimize
traffic impacts the force mains will
be partially installed in a frontage
road parallel to Camino Pablo
Road. Construction of this phase is
expected to start in June 2008 and
finish by December 2008. Estimated
construction cost: $1.5 million.
Walnut Creek
® Walnut Creek Sewer Renovation
Project, Phase 6: This program (which
may include up to 15 phases) will
replace and renovate deteriorating
or deficient sewers in Walnut Creek.
Phase 6 will renovate approximately
10,000 feet of sewers at 11 sites using
open -cut and trenchless technologies.
Construction of this phase is expected
to start in June 2008 and should
finish by February 2009. Estimated
construction cost: $1.5 million.
Lafayette
® Lafayette Sewer Renovation Project,
Phase 5: This ongoing program will
replace or renovate deteriorating or
deficient sewers in Lafayette. Phase 5
will renovate approximately 10,500 feet
of sewers at 15 sites using open -cut and
trenchless technologies. Construction of
this phase is expected to start in June
2008 and finish by February 2009.
Estimated construction cost: $1.6 million.
For more information about these
or other sewer construction projects,
please contact Community Affairs
Representative Chris Carpenter at (925)
229 -7200. 4%
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GREEN: A Way of life at CCCSD
Protecting public health and the
environment is the primary mission
of Central Contra Costa Sanitary
District (CCCSD). So, it is only natural
that we strive to do all we can to use
environmentally friendly and energy -
conserving practices when possible and
economically feasible.
While the term "going green' is fairly
new to many people, at CCCSD it's been
the way of doing business for quite
some time. Here are some of the things
we've been doing, and are planning to
do in our goal of "going green.'
Recycled Water
In an effort to conserve water, CCCSD
began one of the first recycled water
programs in the Bay Area in 1994.
By providing additional filtration and
chlorination of treated wastewater, we
produce a renewable product that is
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industrial processes.
CCCSD produces approximately 600
million gallons of recycled water
annually. The District's recycled water
sales exceeded 200 million gallons for
the first time in 2007. in addition, we
use over a million gallons of recycled
water in and around the plant every
day for irrigation and utility-related
purposes.
One way of looking at this data is to
realize that CCCSD's recycled water
frees up the drinking water supply for
almost 3,000 families of four each year
Renewable Energy
CCCSD is one of only two wastewater
treatment plants in the state that bum
sludge —the biosolids removed during
the wastewater treatment process —to
produce energy. Our four -story,
multiple - hearth furnace uses biosolids
for fuel, supplemented by methane gas
from a local landfill. Every 100 pounds
of wet biosolids that enter the furnace
are reduced to about seven pounds of
inorganic sterilized ash. This ash is then
hauled off site and sold to companies
that combine it with food waste and
other waste products to produce a
commercial soil amendment (fertilizer).
In addition, byproducts of the
Incineration process, heat and steam,
are piped to a turbine which provides
power to our blower aeration system,
to treat our wastewater. This reduces
the need for additional fuel or electricity,
thus saving our customers money.
Hybrid Vehicles
Perhaps one of the most obvious signs
of 'going green" at CCCSD is the hybrid
vehicle. The District's first hybrid vehicle
was purchased in 2003, and today we
have six hybrid sedans in our fleet. The
hybrid cars are used on a daily basis for
various off -site meetings and community
outreach programs. This year the District
will purchase its first hybrid pick -up
truck. The hybrid vehicles get better gas
mileage than traditional combustion
engines, resulting in reduced fuel costs.
And with less fuel consumption comes
lower emissions, another plus for the
environment.
Recycled Product Procurement
CCCSD policy requires that we use
recycled products and recyclable
materials when feasible. Emphasis is
placed on the purchase of products
manufactured with post- consumer
recycled material —new products made
from used and recycled items (e.g., copier
paper and plastic products).
Our on -site warehouse is currently
conducting an audit of green- certified
products used by the District. Once the
review of current stock is complete,
future stock will include guidelines that
encourage the purchase and use of
green - certified products. By doing this,
we will be able to determine what green
opportunities make sense for the District
to pursue.
Day -to -Day Things We're Doing
CCCSD is a 24 -hour, 7- day -a -week
operation, so finding ways to conserve
energy and protect the environment on
a daily basis is imperative. Some of the
ways we are doing this include:
• Lighting: In the early 90s the treatment
plant was retrofitted with high - pressure
sodium (HPS) outdoor lights because
they are energy efficient, reliable, and
have long service lives. In addition,
much of the indoor lighting at CCCSD
has been replaced with motion -
activated- sensor lighting that only turns
(or stays) on when movement is sensed.
• Recycling: Containers are located
throughout CCCSD into which
employees can place paper, aluminum
cans, and glass for recycling. We also
recycle our waste oil, scrap metal and
the like.
By definition, managing a wastewater
facility is an environmentally sensitive
job, and in order to continue our
mission of protecting public health and
the environment, we will continue our
ongoing efforts to "go green' while
seeking out new ways to increase energy
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energy savings come primarily
from the new temperature
controls inrstailed,throughout
the headquarters and pant
operlons buildings, and the
new steam chillier Installed at
the plant operations building.
Sewer Service Charges: Are You Getting Your Money's Worth?
L ast July, the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District Board of Directors raised the annual Sewer Service
Charge for residential customers to $300. This was done to cover rising costs associated with labor,
construction and regulatory compliance.
Right now, residents are paying only $25 per month for sewer service. Here's how that compares to the
average monthly costs of other utilities:
For $25 per month, residents receive:
Continuous, reliable sewer service
from one of the best wastewater
collection and treatment utilities
in the nation. For the past nine
years, CCCSD has had a perfect
discharge record —zero violations
of the permit that governs our
wastewater treatment process and
the quality of water we discharge
into the bay. For us, that means
we're achieving our mission of
protecting public health and the
environment. For you, that means
cleaner water in Suisun Bay.
The services of an award-winning
Household Hazardous Waste
Collection Facility where you
can safely dispose of paints,
pesticides, chemicals, batteries,
fluorescent lights and other
hazardous materials at no
additional charge.
A caring, well- trained staff
dedicated to providing you with
exceptional customer service 24
hours a day. If you contact us
about a service problem, we'll
have a crew respond within 45
minutes. Can your other utilities
say that?
Helpful information and tips about
preventing pollution and using
fewer toxic chemicals, available
free to the general public via our
web site (www.centralsan.org),
and to students at area schools
via the grade school and high
school educational programs we
sponsor.
We know that we're 'the only
game in town' when it comes to
providing wastewater collection
and treatment services in central
Contra Costa County. But that
doesn't mean we take our
customers —or the fees you pay —
for granted. Your fees allow us
to maintain an infrastructure that
includes more than 1,500 miles of
sewer pipeline and a state- of-the-
art treatment plant that cleans an
average of 45 million gallons of
wastewater every day. We work
hard to provide maximum value
at minimum cost. We hope you
feel you are getting your moneys
worth. If not, please let us know
what we can do to improve our
service to you: (925) 335 -7702 or
webmaii @centralsan.dst.ca.us.
How to Get Rid of Stuff You Don't Want or Need
Did you know that many products labeled by manufacturers as "flushabie'
should not be flushed; down the toilet? Flushing anything other than
human waste and toilet paper down the toilet may clog sewer lines, harm
the environment, increase4he cost of wastewater treatment, damage our
treatment plant equipment, or even harm our workers!
So what should you do with stuff like expired medicines, used dental floss,
cat litter, cigarette butts, fe►ninine hygiene products, disposable wipes and
other items? Follow our handy disposal guide! It tells you how to dispose of
common household waste in safe, simple and environmentally healthy ways.
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Aluminum Cans
Put in recycle cart or take to
recycling facility
Automotive Fluids (oil, antifreeze,
Bring to Household Hazardous Waste
Some communities offer scheduled
brake fluid, carburetor cleaner,
Collection Facility
curbside pick -up of transmission fluid,
gasoline, etc.)
used motor oil; oil may also be taken
to some service stations or auto parts
stores
Band -Aids, Bandages
Put in trash
Batteries (car and household
Bring to Household Hazardous Waste
Consider rechargeable batteries
batteries)
Collection Facility, or to retail store that
accepts /recycles them
Bones (fish, chicken, etc.)
Put in trash
Cardboard
Put in recycle cart or take to recycling
facility
Cat/lGtty Litter
Put in trash (even the "flushable" kind)
If you bag it first, please use
biodegradable bags
Chemicals, Chemical Products
Bring to Household Hazardous Waste
(not otherwise listed)
Collection Facility
Cigarette Butts, Matches
Put in trash
Be sure they are completely out
and cold
Cleansers, Detergents,
Bring to Household Hazardous Waste
Disinfectants, Household
Collection Facility (even "biodegradable"
Cleaning Products
products)
Coffee Grounds
Put in trash
Can be used in compost
Condoms, Contraceptives
Put in trash
Cotton Balls, Q -Tips
Put in trash
Dead Pets /Animals
Small fish (under 3 inches) may be
Check with Contra Costa County
flushed; put small animals (less than
Animal Services Department for more
10 pounds, such as mice, hamsters) in
information: 925 - 335 -8300
trash; take larger ones to pet
cemetery or bury on own land
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Item
Disposal od
Notes
Dental Floss
Put in trash
Disposable Cleaning Wipes
Put in trash (even the "flushable" kind)
Disposable Diapers, Incontinence
Remove and flush fecal material, or
Consider reusable diapers or a
Products
wrap in leak -proof container, place in
diaper service
trash (even the "flushable" kind)
Drugs, Medications,
Remove from original containers; put
Check with your pharmacy to see if it
Pharmaceuticals
in sealable container (such as zip -style
offers a drug take-back program
plastic bag); add substance to make
drugs unusable (small amount of liquid,
Never flush, pour down the drain,
used coffee grounds, kitty litter,
or put in recycle cart
garbage); seal container; put in trash;
Remove personal info from original
container and recycle
Eggshells
Put in trash
Can be used in compost
Electronic Waste (e- waste:
Watch for and use free a -waste collection
Some communities offer biannual
computers, cell phones, TVs, etc.)
events; or take to: Contra Costa Transfer >}
curbside collection of e-waste; check
Recovery Station, Hauling Pros, Rapid
with your garbage collection service.
Recycle, Recycle for Breast Cancer, or
other a -waste recycling facilities
Call CCC Recycling Hotline:
800-750-4096
Feminine Hygiene Products,
Put in trash
(tampons, menstrual pads, panty
liners, sanitary napkins)
Fertilizers
Bring to Household Hazardous Waste
Consider using slow - release
Collection Facility
organic fertilizers or compost
Food Waste
Small amounts may go down garbage
Can be used in compost
disposal (except for bones, fats, oils or
grease); or put in trash
Hair
Put in trash (small, incidental amounts
can be washed down drain)
light Bulbs -- Fluorescent including
Bring to Household Hazardous Waste
They contain small amounts
CFLs (Compact Fluorescent Lights)
Collection Facility
of mercury
Light Bulbs— Incandescent
Put in trash
Halogen
Mercury Thermometers,
Bring to Household Hazardous Waste
Exchange mercury fever
Thermostats, Switches and other
Collection Facility
thermometers for digital ones at
Mercury - Containing Items
Facility —free
Needles, Syringes, "Sharps"
Put in containers designed specifically for
Do not put in recycle cart
sharps disposal (or a puncture - resistant
unbreakable container); seal; put in trash
Item
Disposal od
Notes
Newspaper, Paper Products
Put in recycle cart or take to ',recycling
facility
Oil, Grease, Fats (from food
Put in sealable container (such as
Bring large amounts (such as
products)
coffee can); let solidify or mix with
from turkey fryer) to Household
absorbent material (such as kitty
Hazardous Waste Collection
litter); seal container, put in trash
Facility
Paint, Stains (latex, oil -based
Bring to Household Hazardous
Use up or give away excess to
enable, alkydl, epoxy), Paint
Waste Collection Facility; empty,
friends
Thinners, Turpentine, Solvents,
dried -out (hardened throughout)
Varnish/Lacquer, Wood
containers may be put in trash
Preservatives
Paper Towels, Napidns
Put In trash
Personal Care Products (hair color,
Bring to Household Hazardous
makeup, nail polish, nail polish
Waste Collection Facility or put
remover, etc.)
in trash
Pesticides, Weed Killers
Bring to Household Hazardous Waste
If using a reusable sprayer, pour
Collection Facility
rinse water on ground —not down
drain; consider using safer
alternatives to toxic pesticides
Pet Waste
Dog waste can be flushed, but
Cat waste may contain parasites
preferred method is to put in trash
harmful to aquatic life and difficult
(in biodegradable bag); put cat waste
for treatment processes to remove,
in trash (in biodegradable bag); pet
so it should not be flushed
waste may also be buried on own
land (not in vegetable garden)
Plastic Bags
Take back to grocery store or put in
Consider reusable bags. Do not put
trash
in recycle cart.
Plastic Bottles
Put in recycle cart or take to recycling
facility
Styrofoam
Put in trash
Tissue
Put in trash
Yard Waste
Put in "green waste' trash carts; or
Can be used in compost
take to Acme Landfill or Contra Costa
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CCCSD Salutes Businesses for Preventing Pollution
entral Contra Costa Sanitary District
believes local businesses that take
extraordinary steps to protect the
water environment deserve special
recognition. That's why we created a
Pollution Prevention Awards program
16 years ago. Since then, the District
has recognized more than 80 local
businesses for keeping pollutants out of
area waterways.
Here are the winners of the 16th Annual Pollution Prevention Awards
The award program is held in
conjunction with National Pollution
Prevention Week, with the goals of
raising awareness of various pollution
prevention opportunities available and
encouraging activities that protect the
environment.
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Residents: Tuesday — Saturday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(Reuse Room closes at 3:30 p.m.)
Businesses: Tuesday — Saturday, by appointment only
Holiday Schedule
Closed: July 4, 2008
November 11, 27 and 28, 2008
December 22, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Household
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Every year, the District identifies
and rewards businesses in our
service area that do more than
just comply with water quality
regulations; these businesses
take proactive steps to protect
the environment. They
promote recycling and waste
minimization; use equipment,
practices and procedures
that prevent pollutants and
hazardous wastes from entering
the sewer or storm drains;
and educate their employees
about the importance of water
quality issues. They go "above
and beyond' when it comes to
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Pleasant Hilt, San Ramon, Walnut Creek
and unincorporated Central County areas.
• From Hwy. 4 take the Solano Way exit
• From 1 -680 take Hwy. 4 East to Solano Way exit.
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2007 Statistics
• Discharge permit
related tests
performed by lab
• Percentage of
effluent
meeting the
requirements of
our discharge permit
Would You Wash
with Pesticide?
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the past year, comb
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use far less energy
last much longer tt
incandescent light
Idea, But Handle with Care
learned law in California to put them In the
ming trash. This is not made clear on most
CFL packaging.
But did you know they
contain small amounts of
mercury?
Mercury, even in small
amounts, is toxic. Because
of this, CFLs must be handled
carefully and disposed of
properly as household
hazardous waste. It is against the
Your Child's Hands
Many of today's antibacterial soaps and cleaning products contain
triclosan. Tdclosan is an EPA-registered pesticide. It's toxic to aquatic
organisms and is found in local waters because wastewater treatment
plants are designed to remove biological wastes, not toxic chemicals.
We don't want triclosan in the Bay, and you don't need it in your home.
According to the American Medical Association, the best protection
against bacteria is to wash hands with ordinary soap. The physical act of
washing removes bacteria and other microorganisms, including viruses
that cause colds and the flu (which are
not destroyed by antibacterial agents).
So check the label before you buy,
and choose products that do not
contain triclosan. If you wish
P to dispose of your triclosan -
1 containing soap, please bring it to
the Household Hazardous Waste
Collection Facility along with your
batteries, paint, chemicals and other
household hazardous waste items. ❖
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After their energy - efficient
life is over, please carefully
pack and bring your CFLs to
the Household Hazardous
Waste Collection Facility
for proper disposal along
batteries, paint,
and other
behold hazardous waste
F"4 For more information about
CFLs, including how to safely
clean up a broken bulb, visit www.
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District INIns
Awards
Central Contra Costa
Sanitary District's people
and programs are among the
best in the industry. This fact
was acknowledged recently
when the District won three
California Water Environment
Association (San Francisco Bay
Section) awards:
Collection System of
the Year
• Mechanical Technician of
the Year:
DeWayne Derrick,
Maintenance Technician III,
Mechanical
• Engineering Achievement
Award -- Plant Control
System Improvements Project.
Protect Your Property From a Sewage Overflow
Wherever a sewer system exists. so does the potential for overflows.
This inexpensive device can protect your property.
Sewage overflows can occur when
pipes are blocked or restricted
by roots, grease buildup or other
obstacles that cause wastewater to
back up in the pipe and spill from
the first outlet it comes to. In most
cases, that outlet is a manhole; but
sometimes it can be a drain inside
your home. Installing an overflow
prevention device can help to prevent
this. The device causes wastewater
backing up in the pipe to be released
outside your home, rather than
through drains inside (unless the
blockage is between the device and
your home).
The device is required by CCCSD
Code, and is available at plumbing
supply stores. Most models cost
about $55. Because position and
elevation are crucial for the device to
function properly, we recommend it
be installed by a licensed plumbing
contractor. Once installed, it should be
kept clear of obstructions such as dirt
or vegetation that might interfere with
its operation.
It's a small investment to protect your
property and give you peace of mind.
For more information about this
important device, please visit our web
site at http: / /www.centralsan.org/
sewersystem /overflow —prevent.html
or call the CCCSD Permit Counter staff
at (925) 229-7371. +
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IMPORTANT NOTICE TO
ALL DISTRICT CUSTOMERS
The Association of Bay Area
Governments (ABAG) offers
free Overflow Prevention Devices
(OPDs) to residents of nine Bay
Area counties, including Contra
Costa County. Unfortunately, these
free devices do not meet Central
Contra Costa Sanitary District's
Code standards and may not
protect your home from a sewage
overflow. The District would not be
liable for any overflow damage to
properties inadequately protected
by this free OPD.
Installation of a District- approved
OPD is required for all sewer con-
nections in the CCCSD service area.
The District's Approved Materials
List allows two styles of OPDs:
a 'mushroom' type device or a
sewer popper device. The spring -
loaded device from ABAG is not
acceptable by District standards.
For more information on OPDs,
check our website at: www.central-
san.org/sewer system /overflow-
prevent.html or call our Permit
Office at 925 - 229 -7371.
Ongoing and Future Challenges
Out Vft the Old; in With the New (Po Wants, That Is)
L OCW Waters have experienced
an e*tkordinary decrease in
pollutants since the 1960s. This
Is dueto several factors: (1) increased
environmental awareness among the
public; (2) more stringent federal, state
and local water quality regulations;
and (3) continually improving
pollution prevention efforts, water
treatment processes, and water
quality monitoring technologies
among the Bay Area clean water
agencies (including Central Contra
Costa Sanitary District).
Various sediments, organic matter,
bacteria, and toxic metals such as
copper and nickel have been reduced
by as much as 99% in some cases —
even while area population has
dramatically increased.
Unfortunately, while those 'old'
conventional pollutants have
decreased, other contaminants still
threaten the health of our local water
environment. These include:
Mercury: a highly toxic metal used
in thermometers, thermostats,
switches, fluorescent lights and
many other household items.
Mercury contamination of
local waters is a major concern
because it accumulates in high
concentrations in some fish and
wildlife species.
• Dioxins: highly toxic organic
chemicals that can be found
in the wood preservative,
Pentachlorophenol ('Penta'),
but are primarily by- products of
combustion. Burning firewood, for
instance, releases dioxins into the
air which eventually come back
down, often into local waters.
PBDEs (Polybrominated diphenyl
ethers): a class of toxic, flame -
retardant chemicals used in plastics
and fabrics to make clothing,
furniture, appliances and other
items less likely to catch fire and
bum. Two types of PBDEs have
been banned in California, but
one is still in use (primarily in
electronics).
PCBs (Polychlorinated biphenyls):
persistent, toxic organic chemicals
that were widely used by electrical
utilities and industries. They were
banned in 1979, but are still
present in the environment.
• Pesticides: toxic chemicals
sprayed on lawns and gardens
by residents cause more pollution
than agricultural pesticides used
on farms. While
highly toxic
organophosphate
pesticides such as
Diazinon and
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Chlorpt
disappe
after being banned in 2004,
their 'replacement' products
made with Pyrethroids are toxic
to fish and other aquatic life.
These are just a few of the
pollutants being detected by
water agencies and regulators;
there are many others. For
example, new concerns are
rising about pharmaceuticals and
personal care products. Studies
show the chemicals in some
pharmaceuticals polluting local
waters may be mutating some
species of fish and other aquatic
organisms.
Keeping pollutants from entering
wastewater in the first place is
more effective than trying to
remove them at our treatment
plant (which is designed to
remove biological wastes,
not toxic chemicals, solvents
and metals). That's why we
constantly promote the use of
our Household Hazardous Waste
Collection Facility, provide public
and student education programs
about pollution prevention, and
take other proactive measures to
protect the environment.
What can you do to help?
First and foremost, be an informed consumer. Before you buy
products, consider how they are manufactured, their ingredients,
and their impact on the environment when used and discarded.
And for the items you do purchase, remember the three Rs:
` Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.
While we've come a long way in keeping pollutants out of our
water environment, there are many challenges ahead. We're all
in this together. We appreciate your support! .•
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East Bay Water and Wastewater Agencies Sponsor Operator
Training for a New Generation
"in the next seven to ten years, dose to 50 percent of all water and wastewater treatment plant
operators in the US will reach retirement age"
Arecent issue of AARP Magazine
noted that a 62- year -old woman
was the first Baby Boomer to apply for
retirement benefits from Social Security.
She was just the first of an entire
generation and the impact of other Baby
Boomer retirements is beginning to be
felt in public and private industry around
the country.
"In the next seven to ten years,
close to 50 percent of all water and
wastewater treatment plant operators
in the U.S. will reach retirement age,'
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Kelly. "That translates into more than
1,000 wastewater jobs in Northern
California alone. For years now, water
and wastewater agencies have been
cannibalizing with each other to fill
vacancies; vacancies often created
when another agency hired away an
experienced operator.'
So, where will the next generation of
treatment plant operators be found?
One option is through college-level
courses that prepare students for the
State - administered operator tests. No
college in Contra Costa County offers
that training now, but rather than hope
that such a curriculum might eventually
be taught locally, a coalition of special
districts, agencies, and municipalities
in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties
came together to address the problem
head on. CCCSD joined Contra Costa
Water District, Delta Diablo Sanitation
District, Diablo Water District, Dublin
San Ramon Services District, East
Bay Municipal Utility District, City of
Livermore, Mt. View Sanitary
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District, Rodeo Sanitary
District, and West County
Wastewater District to
bring college -level Water/
Wastewater Operator training
classes to closer to home.
Solano Community College
in Fairfield was the only
school in the region to offer
such training. So, under
the auspices of the Bay
Area Clean Water Agencies
(BACWA), the coalition
contracted with Solano
Community College to offer
such classes at CCCSD's
headquarters.
Starting in September
2007, more than 75 adult
students —from as far away
as Alameda and as close
as Martinez — registered for
three different classes, each
taught one evening per
week by three experienced
teachers, all staff members at one of the
participating agencies. Final exams took
place in December with 61 students
getting passing grades in Intro to Water
ff Wastewater Treatment, Mathematics
of Water ff Wastewater Treatment, or
Intro to Water Supply 0 Treatment.
Based on the success of the first
semester, four additional classes are
being offered in a second semester that
started in early January 2008. Three of
the courses are being taught at CCCSD,
the fourth at West County Wastewater
District in Richmond. Fiscal commitments
from three more agencies —Oro Loma
Sanitary District, Union Sanitary District,
and Zone 7 Water Agency— allowed for
the additional course and an expansion
of the student base.
"A third of the students we've seen
have had no affiliation with wastewater
or water agencies," noted Doug Craig,
Director of Plant Operations at CCCSD.
'Three students have already been hired
by two of the participating agencies and
more hires from the group are expected
this year. The classes are paying for
themselves.'
Jim Kelly offered his agreement. `These
students are preparing themselves for
careers that involve protecting public
health and the environment; careers
that provide excellent pay, benefits,
promotional opportunities, and are
marketable anywhere in the country,"
he said. Given the interest we've seen to
date, we hope that local colleges will see
the viability of offering such courses in
the near future."
For more information on the Water/
Wastewater Operator Training courses,
or to be placed on a mailing list for
future courses, call (925) 335 -7728 or
send an e-mail to class @centralsan.dst.
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Mercury Removal ..
The waters of the Bay Area
cover mercury-laden sediment
dating back to the
Gold Rush of 1849, when mercury
was mined throughout the
Coastal Range and used to extract
gold from ore. Urban runoff
continues to wash mercury into
area waters.
schools. The Household Hazardous
Waste Collection Facility will accept
any mercury, mercury compounds,
or mercury- containing items from
any school in the service area and
will waive the standard disposal
fee charged to schools and small
businesses.
(continued from front)
To raise the stakes a bit higher,
the District will exchange
Classroom Thermometer Kits
containing 16 spirit thermometers
(with a temperature range of -10
to +110 degrees Celsius) for a
comparable number of mercury
thermometers. There is no limit
on the number of thermometers
that can be exchanged. And best
of all, the exchange is absolutely
free.
Why is the District so focused on
getting rid of mercury? Because
mercury is one of the most
toxic substances known. The
mercury in a single laboratory
thermometer can contaminate
500 million gallons of water.
Dangers posed by mercury to the American public for
the first time. Photographer W. Eugene Smith's stark black and
white photos showed birth defects, physical deformities, blindness,
insanity, and death in a small fishing village in Japan. A chemical
company had used nearby Minamata Bay as a dump site for mercury
compounds that found their way into the bay's fish and shely1sh which
was consumed every day by those villagers.
Schools Interested in disposing of mercury at the facility should
call 800 - 646-1431 for a small business form and a drop -off
appointment. CCCSD will send instructions for packaging and
transporting.
Another element of the High School Program is the District's
"Mercury Minimization Environmental Achievement Certificate!
It's proof of the school's commitment to protecting its students
and the environment by reducing or eliminating mercury
throughout the school. Call 925-229 -7107
for details.
For more information,
look us up at www. f`
centralsan.org or call
800-646 -1431. °s
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About CCCSD
0 ur mission is to protect public health and the environment. We do this
by collecting and treating wastewater, providing recycled water, and
promoting pollution prevention.
Our treatment plant in Martinez collects and treats an average of 48 million
gallons of wastewater every day. Some highly treated wastewater is recycled
for irrigation use on golf courses and parks, and the rest is safely released into
Suisun Bay. We also operate a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility
that allows our customers to safely dispose of hazardous materials. +
General information
(925) 228 -9500 or www.centralsan.org
Sewer overflows
(925) 933 -0955 or 933 -0990
(When there's an overflow in the street or a backup in your home, call this number
and in most cases, a crew will be there within
an hour.)
Treatment Plant InfoLine (Report Odors)
(925) 335-7703
Household Hazardous Waste InfoLine
(800) 646-1431
Sewer connection permits
(925) 229-7371
To report illegal discharges into sewer system
(925) 229-7288 (during business hours)
(925) 229 -7214 (after hours)
Job Hotline
(925) 229-7109 or www.centralsan.org
Student Education Programs
(925) 229 -7310 or www.centralsan.org
Public InfoLine
(925) 335 -7702 or www.centralsan.org
CCCSD Pipeline is brought to you by:
Board of Directors
Gerald R. Lucey, President
Barbara D. Hockett, President Pro Tern • James A. Nejedly, Board Director
Michael R. McGill, Board Director • Mario M. Menesini, Board Director
Board meetings are open to the public and are generally held on the 1 st and 3rd Thursday
of each month at 2 p.m. in the CCCSD Board Room, 5019 Imhoff Place, Martinez.
James M. Kelly, General Manager
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Sanitary District
5019 Imhoff Place, Martinez, CA 94553
CCCSD serves 448,737 people
within Its 140 - square -mile service area.
- Sewage collection and wastewater
treatment (and HHW collection service)
for 314,437 people
_ Wastewater treatment for 134,300
residents in Concord and Clayton by
contract and HHW collection service
- HHW collection service only
CCCSD's Headquarters, treatment plant;
and HHW Collection Fadlity are located
in Martinez
. CCCSD's Collection System Operations
Department (sewer maintenance) is based
in Walnut Creek
The Central Contra Costa Sanitary District PIPELINE
Printed and designed by the
CCCSD Communication Services Division using
desktop publishing. This newsletter is
published periodically to provide useful information
to our customers and those in the
Mt. View Sanitary District.
Michael Scahill, Editor - Bonnie Lowe, Writer
Son Nguyen, Graphic Designer
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Permit No. 530
Agenda Item 5. a.3)
Board Meeting of February 21, 2008
Announcements:
a) Advertisement of the Control Room Modifications,
DP 7253
This project consists of the remodel of the main Control Room
in the Plant Operations Department Building and replacement
of a computer console in the Solids Condition Building Control
Room. The remodel includes demolition of existing walls;
installation of a fire -rated wall and ceiling; installation of an
HVAC system; built -in desks and cabinets; and replacement of
the fire suppression system and ceiling tile.
The project will be advertised on February 22, 2008, and
February 29, 2008. The bids are scheduled to open on March
18, 2008. The estimated construction cost is about $400,000.
More information will be presented when the Board is asked to
approve the construction contract on April 3, 2008.
b) GM Annual Group Talks
General Manager Jim Kelly is conducting his Annual Group
Talks with staff from each Department. During the talks, he will
update employees on the state of the District and answer
questions that employees may have. The first talk took place
on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the
Multi- Purpose room and included staff members from
Administration. Future talks are scheduled throughout
February. The talks were scheduled at various times so that
each staff member would have an opportunity to attend. Future
group talks will take place in the Multi- Purpose Room with the
exception of the CSO group talk, which will take place in the
CSO Conference Room.
c) Removal of District Pay Phones
AT &T has notified the District that they will no longer be offering
payphone service. The District has two payphones, one
located in the HOB facility lobby and the other at the CSO
facility. The cost to convert the payphones to the new company
is $50 with a monthly charge of $75. Staff has reviewed the
usage and concluded that it would be significantly cheaper for
the District to remove the phones and allow the public to use a
District phone if needed. Staff is informing the Board of our
intent in order to address any concerns or questions the Board
members might have.
d) Pumping Stations West/Annex
The Pumping Stations staff, with the assistance of the POD
Buildings and Grounds section, began the process of moving
into the Annex area during the week of February 11, 2008. The
Annex was most recently occupied by Engineering staff. A
rental trailer will eventually be provided with showers and
lockers. A project to renovate the existing locker room areas in
the Annex will get underway following this next construction
season.
e) Mt. View Sanitary District Public Open House
Mt. View Sanitary District (MVSD) will be celebrating its 85th
anniversary on Saturday, May 17, 2008. Along with its
anniversary, MVSD will be marking its enhancement projects in
McNabney Marsh, its new public viewing platform, and
unveiling a memorial plaque in honor of the late Dr. Teng-
Chung Wu. The District will have a display booth focusing on
the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility at the
event. The time of the event will be released by MVSD in mid -
March.
f) Update on LAFCO Municipal Service Review
At the January 17, 2008 Board meeting, staff informed the
Board about LAFCO's Municipal Service Review (MSR) of the
District and other water and wastewater service providers in
Contra Costa County. One of the draft recommendations of
MSR was to revise the District Sphere of Influence (SOI) to
exclude properties outside the County Urban Limit Line (ULL).
The District requested that LAFCO not revise the SOI. LAFCO
staff considered the District's request and recommended that
only minor changes be made to the District SOI. The proposed
changes are near the edges of Clyde, Danville, and Clayton.
Clayton is considered in the SOI because the District treats
their wastewater.
At the LAFCO meeting on February 13, 2008, LAFCO deferred
action on the District MSR and SOI changes. LAFCO requested
additional information about the minor changes proposed for
the District SOI as well as proposed changes to Contra Costa
Water District's SOI in eastern Contra Costa County. The
majority of the properties proposed to be excluded from the
District SOI are open space or State Park lands. LAFCO
Commissioners were concerned that sewer service may be
needed for existing or future park visitor facilities. LAFCO will
consider approval of the MSR and SOI changes on March 12,
2008.
g) Notice of Violation for Low Boiler Temperature
On February 7, 2008, the Bay Area Air Quality Management
District ( BAAQMD) issued a Notice of Violation to the District for
operating an auxiliary boiler below 770° Fahrenheit while firing
on landfill gas. The low temperature (755° Fahrenheit)
occurred during a wet - weather event on January 26, 2008. The
District's BAAQMD permit requires operating the boiler at or
above the 770° Fahrenheit limit to ensure 98 percent
destruction of total hydrocarbon in the landfill gas. The Control
Room received a low temperature alarm, along with several
other alarms associated with the wet - weather event. The low
temperature alarm was discovered while the operator was
reviewing the alarm log, and the low temperature was
immediately corrected. Staff has set the low temperature stops
on both auxiliary boilers to prevent them from operating below
770° Fahrenheit. BAAQMD could impose a fine after further
evaluation of the data.
h) Feral Cat Update
Julie Linford of Outcast Cat Help, who spoke at the January 17,
2008 Board Meeting on the feral cat item, phoned the Secretary
of the District on Thursday, February 14, 2008. She requested
to place an item on the February 21, 2008 Board agenda in
regards to a service contract for assisting with the cats. She
was informed that she should put her request in writing to the
General Manager or speak at the Public Comment period. She
said she would like the Board to consider approving a service
contract with her organization to trap, neuter and adopt out the
adoptable feral cats. She was informed that the cats have
already been neutered /spayed, but she said she believes that
more are arriving. This announcement serves to notify the
Board in the event that she makes an appearance at the
February 21, 2008 or March 6, 2008 Board Meeting to speak
during the Public Comment period. She also may ask the
Board to agendize this item at a future date. Staff will be
requesting more information from her in order to address her
request.
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 6.a. Engineering
Type of Action: PROVIDE DIRECTION
subject: PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN PROPERTIES IN THE ALHAMBRA VALLEY THAT ARE OUTSIDE THE
URBAN LIMIT LINE
Submitted By: Initiating Dept /Div.:
Curtis W. Swanson, Division Manager Engineering /Environmental Services
REVIEWED ND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
Wk / &
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James M. killy
General Manager
ISSUE: Direction from the Board of Directors is desired related to the issue of
annexation of certain properties in the Alhambra Valley that are located outside of the
County Urban Limit Line.
RECOMMENDATION: Provide direction to staff.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: The cost of preparation of environmental documents and
applying for annexation could range from $10,000 to $30,000 or more. Typically,
CCCSD would recover costs incurred with the annexation application as properties
connect to the public sewer system.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: The key issue for Board consideration is
whether CCCSD should initiate an annexation request now, which would require that
the environmental and political impacts of providing urban services outside the County
Urban Limit Line (ULL) be addressed. A possible range of alternatives for the Board to
consider is:
1. CCCSD could apply for Out of Area Service Agreements for already developed
properties that need /want to connect and are outside the ULL, and defer
annexation to a future time.
2. CCCSD could pursue annexation of properties outside the ULL that are
interested in receiving public sewer service.
3. CCCSD could defer consideration of annexation and providing sewer service to
properties outside the ULL until after the County reviews the current ULL in late
2011.
4. The individual property owners could pursue annexation instead of CCCSD
and /or the individual property owners could pursue a change in the current ULL.
BACKGROUND: In late 2005, the District began annexation of approximately 252
properties in the Alhambra Valley. Staff discovered that 9 of these properties were
located outside the County Urban Limit Line (ULL) that was approved by voters in
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POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008
subject: PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN PROPERTIES IN THE ALHAMBRA VALLEY THAT ARE OUTSIDE THE
URBAN LIMIT LINE
November 2006. There are complications associated with annexing and extending
utility services beyond the ULL. The District decided to annex the majority of the
properties in the Valley that were inside the ULL first and deal with properties outside
the ULL separately. The attached memo details the issues the Board must consider
related to annexing properties outside the ULL.
Staff suggests that the Board consider the following approach for properties in the
Alhambra Valley that are outside the ULL:
1. Apply for Out of Area Service Agreements for already developed properties that
are interested in receiving sewer service in the near term (3 to 4 properties).
2. Prepare an Environmental Impact Report for annexation of all 19 properties
outside the ULL.
3. After the environmental review documents are completed, apply for annexation of
the properties in the following order:
a. Already developed properties receiving sewer service under an Out of
Area Service Agreement.
b. Other interested developed and undeveloped properties through a single
or multiple annexations.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Provide direction to staff.
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
February 21, 2008
TO: HONORABLE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
VIA: JAMES M. KELLY GENERAL MANAGEROP
ANN E. FARRELL, DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
FROM: CURTIS W. SWANSON, DIVISION MANAGER I pM
SUBJECT: ANNEXATION OF PROPERTIES OUTSIDE THE URBAN LIMIT LINE IN
THE ALHAMBRA VALLEY
In late 2005, the District began annexation of approximately 252 properties in the
Alhambra Valley. Staff discovered that 9 of these properties were outside the County
Urban Limit Line (ULL) that was approved by voters in November 2006. There are
complications associated with annexing and extending utility services beyond the ULL.
The District decided to annex properties inside the ULL first, and address properties
outside the ULL separately.
The District has completed the first and second annexations consisting of 243
properties. It is now appropriate to consider whether to initiate annexation of properties
outside the ULL. Staff intends to request direction from the Board of Directors on how
to proceed with this issue at the Board meeting on February 21, 2008.
The number of properties outside the ULL that could potentially annex to the District has
increased from the 9 to 19. The 10 additional properties have not expressed any
interest in connecting to the public sewer system to -date. The 10 additional properties
are not as close to the planned District facilities but would have similar environmental
considerations as the first 9, and would give the District and those property owners the
option of annexation as well.
This memorandum will provide background information and policy alternatives for the
Board to consider.
Background
In March 2006, the District submitted a formal annexation application to LAFCO to
annex 252 properties in the Alhambra Valley. One of the environmental issues
identified during the LAFCO review of the District annexation application was that 9
properties proposed for annexation are outside of the County ULL. The County has a
policy of discouraging the extension of urban services such as sanitary sewers to
properties outside the urban limit. These 9 properties, however, are currently all within
the CCCSD Sphere of Influence. The majority of the properties (7 properties near
Gordon Way) are part of an "island" that is completely surrounded by land that is within
the ULL. The island was created when County voters approved a revised ULL in
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November 2006. The remaining 2 properties are at the edge of the ULL near Briones
Road. Some of the 9 properties are already developed and some are undeveloped. As
part of the additional environmental review requested by LAFCO, CCCSD will evaluate
the impacts of annexing and serving these 9 properties. Based on the environmental
review and other considerations, CCCSD would need to decide whether to pursue
annexation of the 9 properties outside the Urban Limit Line.
Another 10 properties are outside the ULL and could be potentially annexed to the
District. These additional 10 properties are part of the previously- mentioned ULL island.
All of these additional 10 properties are currently within the CCCSD Sphere of
Influence. While owners of these additional 10 properties have expressed some
interest, they are not actively seeking annexation. Nevertheless, the effort to prepare
an environmental review document would be the same whether it is for 9 or the full 19
properties.
A list of the 19 properties outside the ULL along with a map showing their location is
attached. Of the 19 properties, 11 are already developed and 8 are vacant. Some of
the properties could be further subdivided and developed even if they stay outside the
ULL.
Policy Issues
In providing direction to staff on how to proceed with the issue of annexing properties
outside the ULL, there are a series of policy decisions for the Board to consider. These
are:
1. Should CCCSD pursue annexation of properties outside the ULL?
If the Board decides to pursue annexation, there are several other issues to consider:
2. An EIR, rather than a Negative Declaration, is likely to be needed to comply
with CEQA.
3. Should the CEQA document evaluate the potential annexation of 9, 19 or
some other number of properties?
4. Who should pay for CEQA compliance and annexation? Should CCCSD front
the money or require advance payment from property owners?
5. Should the annexation application be for 9, 19 or some other number of
properties?
These policy issues will be discussed individually.
Should CCCSD pursue annexation of properties outside the ULL?
The key issue for the Board to decide is whether the District should pursue annexation
of any or all properties outside the ULL. A possible range of alternatives for the Board
to consider is:
1. CCCSD could pursue annexation of properties outside the ULL that are
interested in receiving public sewer service.
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2. CCCSD could apply only for Out of Area Service Agreements for already
developed properties outside the ULL and defer annexation of these properties
until a future time.
3. CCCSD could defer annexation of properties outside the ULL until after the
County ULL Review Process which is scheduled to occur in 2011. Property
owners could apply to the County to revise the ULL.
4. Instead of CCCSD, the individual property owners could pursue annexation
through LAFCO.
CCCSD pursued annexation of 243 properties to encourage connection of the vast
majority of the properties in the Alhambra Valley to the public sewer system and to
speed in recovery of the upfront costs that were paid by CCCSD to extend the public
sewer system to the area. The annexation was straight forward because the proposed
sewer extension accommodated the growth and development allowed by the Alhambra
Valley Specific Plan and the County General Plan. All of the 243 properties are located
inside the County ULL and within the CCCSD Sphere of Influence. LAFCO and the
County anticipated that these properties would eventually be annexed to CCCSD.
Attempting to annex properties outside the ULL may be controversial. Since the County
has a policy of discouraging the extension of urban services such as sanitary sewers to
properties outside the urban limit, County staff has indicated to CCCSD staff that they
are opposed to annexation of, and providing urban services to, properties outside the
ULL.
If the District pursues annexation of properties outside the ULL, it is likely that there will
be opposition from the County and possibly from some Alhambra Valley residents or
special interest groups concerned about the Alhambra Valley. Opposition could also
come from other groups or individuals that are concerned in general about protection of
the ULL. This opposition could lead to lawsuits.
The County has a process to review and consider changes to the ULL. The ULL will be
reviewed in 2011 and minor changes to the line will be considered. A comprehensive
review will be conducted in 2016.
In addition, property owners can request changes to the ULL. Through 2026, the County
Board of Supervisors can move up to a total of 30 acres to inside the ULL by a 4/5 vote.
To exceed 30 acres, the proposed change to the ULL must be approved by a 4/5 vote
of the Board of Supervisors and a majority of the County voters.
Another alternative would be to apply for LAFCO approval of Out of Area Service
Agreements to serve properties outside the ULL that are already developed. Under the
California Government Code, Contra Costa County LAFCO may authorize CCCSD to
provide sewer service to properties outside the District boundary, but within its sphere of
influence in anticipation of a future annexation. For this situation, there does not have
to be a threat to public health and safety for LAFCO to act on an Out of Area Service
Agreement. This alternative would initially involve 3 interested properties and possibly 8
more. CCCSD annexation of properties served by Out of Agency Service Agreements
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would be deferred until a future time, such as after the 2011 ULL Review Process by the
County. This alternative would not provide sewer service to any vacant properties.
An EIR is likely to be needed.
If the District decides to pursue annexation of properties outside the ULL, an
environmental review will have to be conducted to comply with CEQA. There are two
document options for environmental review: an EIR or a negative declaration (ND). To
annex the Alhambra Oaks subdivision property (District Annexation No. 168A), the
District used the EIR prepared by the County for its approval of the subdivision. The
District prepared a ND for the annexation of 243 properties under District Annexation
No. 168B.
Because there are potential significant impacts from the annexation and there is likely to
be opposition, staff recommends that an EIR be prepared.
Should the CEQA document evaluate the potential annexation of 9 or 19
properties?
The District will have to decide whether the environmental review would cover the 9
properties outside the ULL initially proposed for annexation or all 19 properties outside
the ULL in the island. Because the effort and cost to conduct the environmental review
would be the same for either option, staff recommends that an EIR be prepared to
address potential annexation of all 19 properties within the ULL island. This decision is
separate from whether the annexation application is for 9 or 19 properties (addressed
below).
Who pays and when?
The Board must decide whether the District will advance the funds necessary to
conduct the environmental review and annexation process or require the property
owners to pay some or all of the costs in advance.
The costs of environmental review and annexation of the 243 properties under District
Annexation No. 168B were paid for by District funds. The District will be reimbursed for
these costs through annexation fees as the 243 property owners connect to the public
sewer system.
Similarly, the costs associated with environmental review and annexation of the
properties outside the ULL could be recovered through annexation fees paid by property
owners when they connect to the CCCSD sewer system. Or because of the uncertainty
of annexation approval, the Board could require either upfront payment or a deposit by
the affected property owners for the estimated costs. For other large annexations, such
as Alhambra Oaks, the developer has separately paid for the CEQA document's
preparation as part of the development approval process through a land use planning
agency before it gets to the District.
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The estimated cost range to conduct the environmental review is $10,000 to $30,000.
The cost would be toward the higher end of the range if there are significant comments
or protests to be addressed. The costs could be significantly higher than $30,000 if
there are extensive revisions or if any appeals or lawsuits result from the environmental
review or the annexations. LAFCO will required CCCSD to sign an indemnity
agreement for legal actions that may arise from annexation decisions.
Annex 9 or 19 properties?
Once the CEQA document was completed, the District could pursue either annexation
of some or all of the 19 properties. While it would be more efficient to annex all the
properties at one time, it may be less controversial to annex just the interested 9
properties first and the other 10 at a future date(s).
Suggested Approach
Staff suggests that the Board consider the following approach for properties in the
Alhambra Valley that are outside the ULL:
1. Apply for Out of Area Service Agreements for already developed properties that
are interested in receiving sewer service (3 to 4 properties).
2. Prepare an Environmental Impact Report for annexation of all properties outside
the ULL.
3. After the EIR is completed, apply for annexation of the properties in the following
order:
a. Already developed properties receiving sewer service under an Out of
Area Service Agreement.
b. Other interested developed or undeveloped properties through a single or
multiple annexations.
Schedule for Out of Area Service Agreements, Environmental Review, and
Annexation
Staff estimates that the schedule for the application and approval of an Out of Area
Service Agreement by LAFCO would be 4 to 6 months. A schedule for preparation of
Out of Area Service Agreements is attached.
The estimated time to complete the environmental review and annexation application is
11 to 13 months. A schedule listing the steps involved with the environmental review is
attached.
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Item 6.a
Alhambra Valley
Sewer Service to Properties Outside the
County Urban Limit Line
Curtis Swanson
February 21, 2008
Alhambra Valley Properties
Outside Urban Limit Line
* 19 properties totaling 121 acres.
* 17 properties in an "island ";
surrounded by lands within ULL.
2 properties at edge, between ULL and
Briones Regional Park.
;• 11 properties are developed and 8 are
undeveloped (vacant).
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Breakdown of Properties
Outside Urban Limit Line
Category
Number of
Properties
Acreage
Developed &
Annexation Petition
3
13
Undeveloped &
Annexation Petition
4
71
Developed
8
25
Undeveloped
4
12
Total
19
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Conflicting Land Use Issues
.•r Properties are allowed to develop according
to Specific Plan.
C Properties are within CCCSD Sphere of
Influence.
*County policy is to discourage extension of
urban services beyond ULL.
Property owners could use on -site
wastewater systems instead of extending
sewer.
Urban Limit Line
Review Process
Current ULL approved by voters in November
2006.
C Review for minor changes in 2011.
*Comprehensive review in 2016.
4, Owners can petition County to change the
ULL.
*Changes more than 30 acres require voter
approval.
3
Environmental Documentation
+aLAFCO requires environmental review to
consider annexation.
*Options are Negative Declaration or
EIR.
*Staff believes that EIR will be needed to
comply with CEQA for annexation.
*Cost for EIR and annexation application
will be $10,000 to $30,000 or more.
Who Pays & When?
+Out of Area Service Agreements -
$3400 per property.
*EIR & Annexation - $10,000 to $30,000
or more.
+CCCSD could recover costs upon
connection.
+#CCCSD could require advance payment
of some or all costs from owners.
<#No guarantee of LAFCO approval.
10
Seeking Policy Direction
+Staff seeking direction from Board on
how to proceed with annexation
requests.
+aPolitical, land use, financial, and other
considerations.
*Wide range of alternatives that CCCSD
could select.
Policy Alternatives
1. Do not take any action now:
a. Wait until County changes ULL.
b. Let owners pursue annexation.
2. Pursue annexation of all 19 properties
outside the ULL.
3. Pursue incremental approach for
providing service & annexation.
5
Schedule
Out of Area Service Agreements
+ 4 to 6 months
EIR Preparation and Certification
* 9 to 10 months
Annexation Process
+ 3 months
Suggested Approach
1. Seek Out of Area Service Agreements for
interested developed properties.
2. Prepare an EIR for annexation of all 19
properties outside ULL.
3. Complete EIR and seek annexation of:
a. Properties with Out of Area Service
Agreements.
b. Other interested undeveloped &
developed properties
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 7.a. Collection System
Type of Action: ACCEPTANCE OF REPORT
Subject: ACCEPTANCE OF 2007 COLLECTION SYSTEM SANITARY SEWER
OVERFLOW ANNUAL REPORT
Submitted By: Initiating DeptdDiv.:
Bill Echols, Collection System Collection System Operations Department/
Operations Superintendent Field Operations
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION.
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B. Echols W. Brennan James M elly,
General M nager
ISSUE: The Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's (District) Sanitary Sewer Overflow
(SSO) Annual Report has been prepared for submission to the California Regional
Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), San Francisco Bay Section. This annual report
is required by RWQCB order and is presented for the District Board of Directors'
information and acceptance.
RECOMMENDATION: Accept the 2007 Collection System SSO Annual Report.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS: None
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: None
BACKGROUND: The 2007 Collection System SSO Annual Report summarizes the
overflows that occurred in the District's sanitary sewer system during the period January
1, 2007, through December 31, 2007. This is the third SSO Annual Report to be
submitted pursuant to the RWQCB's recently revised requirements for reporting SSOs.
The report summarizes the number and size of SSOs, the causes of SSOs, locations of
the SSOs, SSO trends, and the status of the preparation of our sewer system
management plan (SSMP). The collection system experienced 81 overflows last year,
none from pumping stations or force mains.
Upon acceptance of this annual report by the District Board of Directors, it will be
submitted to the RWQCB. The RWQCB requires the 2007 SSO Annual Report to be
submitted by March 15, 2008.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Accept the 2007 Sewer System Overflow Annual
Report.
CSO /N:WDMINSUPWDMIN \DIST- SEC \Position Papers \PP -SSO Annual Rpt- 2007.doc
&DRAFT
February 22, 2008
Bruce H. Wolfe, Executive Officer
California Regional Water Quality Control Board
San Francisco Bay Region
1515 Clay Street, Ste. 1400
Oakland, CA 94612
Attn.: Michael Chee
Dear Mr. Wolfe:
ANNUAL REPORT OF SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM OVERFLOWS FOR CALENDAR
YEAR 2007
The purpose of this letter is to report the Sanitary Sewer System Overflows (SSOs) that
occurred in the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District sanitary sewer system during the
period January 1, 2007, through December 31, 2007. This report is submitted pursuant
to the requirements included in the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control
Board Letter, New Requirements for Reporting Sanitary Sewer System Overflows,
dated November 15, 2004.
Number and Size of SSOs
The total number of SSOs for the reporting period was 81. All of the SSOs were
associated with gravity sewers. We experienced no overflows as a result of surcharging
in wet weather conditions. The sizes of SSOs are summarized as shown on Table 1.
Table 1. Number of SSOs
Size of SSO (gallons)
Number
Percent of Total by Number
Greater than or equal to 1,000
4
5%
Between 100 and 999
11
13%
Between 10 and 99
46
57%
Less than 10
20
25%
Public portion of lateral
N/A
—
Total
81
100%
The volume of spills contained and returned to the sewer system, as well as the volume
reaching the waters of the State, is shown in Table 2.
Page 1 of 4
Table 2. Volume of SSOs
None of the SSOs exceeded 25,000 gallons in volume. This report does not include
SSOs that occurred from private sewer service laterals within the Central Contra Costa
Sanitary District jurisdiction that were caused by conditions in privately owned laterals or
on private property. The property owners are responsible for the condition and
operation of those sewer service laterals.
Cause of SSOs
The predominant causes of SSOs during the period of this report were roots and
grease. The distribution of SSOs by cause is shown on Table 3.
Table 3. Causes of SSOs
Cause of SSO
Volume (gallons)
Percent of Total by Volume
Total volume contained and
returned to sewer system for
39,832
81%
treatment
8
10%
Total volume reaching waters
3,800
8%
of the State
1
1 %
Total volume not contained but
—
—
not reaching waters of the
5,708
11%
State
—
—
Total
49,340
100%
None of the SSOs exceeded 25,000 gallons in volume. This report does not include
SSOs that occurred from private sewer service laterals within the Central Contra Costa
Sanitary District jurisdiction that were caused by conditions in privately owned laterals or
on private property. The property owners are responsible for the condition and
operation of those sewer service laterals.
Cause of SSOs
The predominant causes of SSOs during the period of this report were roots and
grease. The distribution of SSOs by cause is shown on Table 3.
Table 3. Causes of SSOs
Cause of SSO
Number
Percent of Total
Blockage:
Roots
57
70%
Grease
8
10%
Debris (rags, rock, paper)
12
15%
Debris from laterals
1
1 %
Vandalism
—
—
Construction debris
—
—
Multiple causes
—
—
Subtotal for blockages
78
96%
Infrastructure failure
3
4%
Inflow and infiltration
—
—
Flow capacity deficiency
—
—
Cause unknown
0
—
Total
81
100%
Location of SSOs
Sixty -six of the 81 overflows that occurred during the 12 -month reporting period took
place in four of the cities in our service area: Orinda, Walnut Creek, Martinez and
Lafayette. Our Engineering department is currently working on multi - phased
rehabilitation projects in these four cities, as well as other areas in our service district.
Page 2 of 4
The Collection System Operations department is expanding its quality cleaning and
chemical root - control programs in these areas as well.
There were two repeat overflows in 2007. The first instance, in February, was in
Orinda. The manhole was found to be plugged with heavy roots. The blockage was
cleared on February 2 and the line segment was inspected with closed - circuit TV on
February 5 and found to be clear and no follow -up activity was requested. On March 5,
the line overflowed again from a root blockage in the downstream manhole. TV
inspection was performed on the line segment on March 7, again showing the line to be
clear. It is our contention that the roots were introduced into our system from a private
lateral that was cleaned upstream from the stoppage and caused the plug in our
manhole.
The second was in the Rossmoor section of Walnut Creek. The first occurrence there
was caused by grease in a line that was on a 60 -month schedule; at that time, the
schedule was adjusted to a 12 -month frequency. The second occurrence was a plug
caused by rags, which resulted in a move to a three -month alternating (rodding and
hydroflushing) schedule.
SSO Trends
The following graph shows a comparison of data for the current reporting period with
previous reporting periods.
Figure 1. Total SSOs 2004 — 2007
Updated through December 2007
Year: 2004
2005
2006
2007
Total O /Fs by year: 1
YTD comparison:
1231
123
1071
107
731
73
81
81
Comparison of Cumulative Overflow
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JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
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Status of Development of Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP)
CCCSD is on track to comply with the requirements detailed in the 13267 Letters sent
out to Sewer System Authorities dated July 7, 2005.
Page 3 of 4
Certification
certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments are prepared under
my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that
qualified personnel properly gathered and evaluated the information submitted. Based
on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the
best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate and complete. I am aware that there
are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine
and imprisonment for knowing violations.
Sincerely,
William E. Brennan
Director of Collection System Operations
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bcc: E. Boehme (for CCCSD records)
J. Kelly
Page 4 of 4
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22
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Wastewater
Treated and Discharged
15,000,000,000 gallons
Untreated Wastewater Not
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9,508 gallons
Percentage Untreated
0.000001%
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99.999999%
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Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
' BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008 No.: 8.a. Budget and Finance
Type of Action: RECEIVE BUDGET REVIEW
subject: RECEIVE THE 2007 -2008 OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE BUDGET
REVIEW FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007
Submitted By:
Debbie Ratcliff, Controller
Initiating Dept. /Div.:
Administrative Department
REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED FOR BOARD ACTION:
D. Ratc IrMA raves
ames M. l4elly,
eneral Manager
ISSUE: A report of the results of a comparative review of actual and budgeted
Operations and Maintenance (O &M) revenues and expenses for the first six months of
the 2007 -2008 fiscal year as well as full year projections are provided in this Position
Paper. In addition, any significant variances from budget for the first six months and
any significant full year projected variances are discussed.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive the 2007 -2008 Operations and Maintenance Budget
review for the six months ended December 31, 2007 and full fiscal year projections.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS:
Six -Month Review: For the first six months ended December 31, 2007, total O &M
revenues are $21,809,241 compared to a budget of $21,620,588 for a positive variance
of $188,653 or 0.9 %. Total O &M expenses for the first six months are $24,608,274
compared to a budget of $25,831,757 for a positive variance of $1,223,483 or 4.7 %.
The six -month status reflects the financial results at a certain point in time, as of
December 31, 2007, and looks favorable.
Annualized Projections: The projected O &M revenues for the full year are $53,336,602
compared to a budget of $52,997,900 for a positive variance of $338,702 or 0.64 %.
Total projected O &M expenses for the full year are $55,825,126 compared to a budget
of $55,227,035 for an unfavorable variance of $598,091 or 1.08°/x. This unfavorable
variance is due to an increase in Self- Insurance expense of $800,000, employee
benefits of $217,243 and chemicals of $72,000, which is partially offset by a favorable
variance of $66,708 for labor, $140,521 for repairs & maintenance, $117,660 for hauling
& disposal, $107,350 for outside services and $65,673 for other expenses.
ALTERNATIVES /CONSIDERATIONS: None
BACKGROUND:
NAADMIN \FINANCE \6mopp.D0C Page 1 of 3
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008
subject: RECEIVE THE 2007 -2008 OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE BUDGET
REVIEW FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007
Six -Month Review: The table on Attachment A compares actual O &M revenue and
expense for the first six months of the fiscal year to the six -month budget. Significant
variance explanations are included on the table.
Annualized Projections: Attachment B compares full year O &M projections to budget.
Anticipated significant projected variances from the annual 2007 -2008 O &M Revenue
and Expense budget are listed below:
Revenue:
Total O &M Revenue is projected to be $338,702 higher than budgeted
mainly due to revenue reimbursement from City of Concord is expected to
be higher than anticipated in the budget.
Expense:
Salaries: Salaries and Wages expense is projected to be $66,708 or
0.37% lower than budgeted due to some budgeted positions not being
filled until the second half of the fiscal year.
Benefits: Benefit costs are projected to be $217,243 over budget mainly
due to a potential increase in accrued compensated absence expense
based on last year's trend.
Chemicals: Chemicals expense is projected to be $72,000 over budget
primarily due to increased costs for the existing corrosion control program
at the pump stations.
Utilities: Utilities expense is expected to be close to budget. The actual
expense is projected to be $18,900 higher than budget due to a slight
increase in natural gas usage offset by a slight decrease in landfill gas
usage.
Repairs & Maintenance: Repairs & Maintenance expense is projected to
be $140,521 under budget primarily due to savings from an expanded
chemical root control program in the budget, but not implemented this
fiscal year due to information received after the budget was prepared.
Hauling & Disposal: Hauling & Disposal expense is projected to be
$117,660 lower than budgeted due to more frequent use of one of the less
expensive disposal sites for ash removal, lower grit removal expense due
to less grit quantity, and savings from janitorial and refuse removal as a
result of a new contract with the janitorial service.
N:WDMIN \FINANCE \6mopp.DOC page 2 of 3
POSITION PAPER
Board Meeting Date: February 21, 2008
subject: RECEIVE THE 2007 -2008 OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE BUDGET
REVIEW FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007
Outside Services: Outside Services expense is projected to be $107,350
lower than budgeted as a result of less temporary employees than had
been anticipated for the CSO and Administrative departments, as well as
less consulting services needed for CSO than anticipated during the
budgeting process.
Self- Insurance Expense: Self- Insurance expense is projected to be
$800,000 over budget due to an unanticipated, substantial claim.
Other Expenses: Other Expenses are projected to be $65,673 lower than
budgeted due to anticipated savings from Public Information and
Technical Training accounts.
The Revenue over Expense results for the 2007 -2008 O &M budget anticipated a
decrease to the O &M Fund balance of $2,229,135. Based on slightly favorable
revenue results and an anticipated increase in O &M expenses, the full year
projections indicate that the O &M Fund balance will decrease by $2,488,524.
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION: Receive the 2007 -2008 Operations and
Maintenance Budget Review for the six months ended December 31, 2007 and
projections for the full fiscal year.
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ATTACHMENT B
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
Operations and Maintenance
Revenue & Expense Account Summary
Projected for the Year Ending June 30, 2008
Variance
Variance
Projected
Budget
Amount
%
O &M REVENUES:
Sewer Service Charge
40,113,850
39,980,000
133,850
0.33%
City of Concord
9,384,000
9,050,000
334,000
3.69%
Other
3,838,752
3,967,900
129,148
-3.25%
Total Revenues
53,336,602
52,997,900
338,702
0.64%
O &M EXPENSES:
Total Labor Charges
17,835,019
17,901,727
66,708
0.37%
Employee Benefits
18,767,954
18,550,711
(217,243)
-1.17%
Directors Fees & Expenses
77,000
76,790
(210)
-0.27%
Chemicals
1,462,000
1,390,000
(72,000)
-5.18%
Utilities
5,970,760
5,951,860
(18,900)
-0.32%
Repairs & Maintenance
3,224,850
3,365,371
140,521
4.18%
Hauling & Disposal
904,650
1,022,310
117,660
11.51%
Professional & Legal
516,000
516,420
420
0.08%
Outside Services
2,183,200
2,290,550
107,350
4.69%
Self- Insurance
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800,000
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Materials & Supplies
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1,796,530
11,930
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1,564,766
65,673
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Total Expenses
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55,227,035
598,091)
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To /(From) Reserves
1 (2,488,524)
(2,229,135)
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OPERATIONS &MAINTENANCE
SIX MONTH
BUDGET REVIEW
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• Outside Services under budget due to fewer temporary
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