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HomeMy WebLinkAboutADMINISTRATION ACTION SUMMARY 07-23-141 CENTRAL REGULAR MEETING OF THE CONTRA COSTA SANITARY , - ACTION SUMMARY Chair McGill Member Williams Wednesday, July 23, 2014 8:00 a.m. Executive Conference Room 5019 Imhoff Place Martinez, California • BOARD OF DIRECTORS: DAVID R. WILLIAMS President MICHAEL R. MCGILL President Pro Tem PAUL H. CAUSI,Y JAMES A. NE.H DLY TAD J. PH ECKI PHONE: (925) 228 -9500 FAX: (925) 372 -0192 www.centralsan.org PRESENT: Chair Mike McGill, Member David Williams, General Manager Roger Bailey, Director of Administration David Heath, Director of Engineering Jean -Marc Petit, Human Resources Manager Teji O'Malley, Communication Services Manager Michael Scahill, Secretary of the District Elaine Boehme (left after Item 3.), Safety and Risk Management Administrator Shari Deutsch (left after Item 4.), Human Resources Analyst Twila Mullenix, and Assistant to the Secretary of the District Donna Anderson 1. Call Meeting to Order Chair McGill called the meeting to order at 8:05 a.m. 2. Public Comments None. 3. Receive presentations from possible labor relations consultants at the following times: a. 8 :00 — 8:30 a.m. Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (LCW) Human Resources Manager Teji O'Malley introduced Jack Hughes, Partner with the LCW law firm, who presented a general overview of the scope of work he envisioned if he and his firm were to represent the District's interests leading up to and during the 2017 labor negotiations. Administration Committee Action Summary July 23, 2014 Page 2 He said the education process leading up to labor negotiations is an opportunity to build a relationship for negotiations that will survive over the long term; labor negotiations are one event in a long relationship. LCW specializes in the public sector and, while he would be the lead attorney for negotiations, there is a depth of resources within his firm to deal with any matters that may arise. LCW prefers "data driven" negotiations, which involve significant advance preparation in terms of where the District stands in the relative labor market, etc. He noted that it is important to develop relationships to build credibility. Mr. Hughes said he was a District customer and his proximity to the District would allow him to be more easily available. A senior associate would assist him as a senior negotiator and junior associates would be utilized where appropriate (i.e. for research) to conserve costs. In response to a question from Chair McGill as to his experience with the types of complex issues that have arisen with Contra Costa County Employees Retirement Association (CCCERA), Mr. Hughes said his experience with the City of San Rafael, which works with a similar retirement system in Marin County, was directly applicable. The Committee thanked Mr. Hughes for his presentation, after which he left the meeting. b. 8:30 — 9 :00 a.m. Hanson Bridgett, LLP Ms. O'Malley introduced Mike Moye, Partner with the law firm Hanson Bridgett, LLP, and Chair of the firm's Labor and Employment Practice. Mr. Moye said he has worked with the District for many years as an associate of Daniel Clinton, the District's labor counsel. He has also conducted numerous training sessions at the District. Mr. Moye said he would serve as the lead for the District, and would be assisted by two associates. One associate has experience at the bargaining table, and the other has experience researching issues related to the negotiation process. Generally speaking, he said the philosophy is to utilize the most capable person at the lowest level to save costs. The Committee thanked Mr. Moye for his presentation, after which he left the meeting. It was noted that Bruce Heid, President of IEDA (Industrial Employers Distributors Association), who had presented to the Committee on June 25, 2014, may not be available to the extent previously thought because of his responsibilities as IEDA President. The Committee said it was important to know Administration Committee Action Summary July 23, 2014 Page 3 who would be the lead person on the IEDA team before making any decision as to a potential labor relations consultant. 4. Risk Management a. Review Loss Control Report and discuss outstanding claims Safety and Risk Management Administrator Shari Deutsch reviewed the Loss Control Report. There were no questions from the Committee Members. COMMITTEE ACTION: Reviewed the report. b. Discuss new claims, if any Ms. Deutsch reviewed one new claim. COMMITTEE ACTION: Reviewed new claim. 5. Review the Initiatives and Key Performance Indicators developed by staff to carry out the Goals and Strategies set forth in the Fiscal Years 2014 -16 Strategic Plan Communication Services Manager Michael Scahill referred to the draft initiatives and key performance indicators included with the agenda packet. Member Williams stated that, in his opinion, the initiatives aligned well with the Goals and Strategies adopted by the Board. He did, however, suggest greater specificity with respect to the key performance indicators so there is a metrix for measurement. Chair McGill concurred. Member Williams provided several specific examples, which Mr. Scahill said he would incorporate. 6. Planning for 2017 Labor Negotiations Administration Committee Action Summary July 23, 2014 Page 4 7. Announcements a. Future scheduled meetings: Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. (Special rescheduled meeting) Thursday, September 11, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. (Rescheduled from September 24, 2014 at 8:00 a.m.) Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. COMMITTEE ACTION: Received the announcements. 8. Suggestions for future agenda items None. 9. Adjournment — at 10 :05 a.m.