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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 01/26/1976 EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 26, 1976 MINUTES The meeting was called to order by President Philip A. Disch leading the flag salute at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: President Philip A. Disch, Directors Norman W. Forrest; Dennis Johnson, Gerald W. Stoops, O.A. Wall ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Howard H. Hendricks, Auditor-Treasurer; Bonnie Eastwood, Secretary PROFESSIONAL STAFF: Robert J. Farrell, Legal Counsel; Dick Rieker, Consulting Engineer OTHERS PRESENT: Victor Kaiser MINUTES M/S/C (Forrest - Stoops) that the Minutes of January 12, 1976 be approved as submitted. REQUEST FOR DISCONTINUANCE OF SEWER CHARGES - VICTOR KAISER, 25500 9th STREET The President requested that Mr. Viotor Kaiser, 25500 9th Street, San Bernardino, make his presentation to the Board. Mr. Kaiser stated that because of his health he could not continue to operate his ser- vice station and in fact had not for three or four months. He stated he would like the sewer service discontinued, as it was not being used and he could not afford to pay the monthly charge of $4.00. After con- siderable discussion regarding District policy and various methods of solving the ~roblem, it was determined he would have to remove the toilets and cap the sewer; it was M/S/C (Johnson - Stoops) that Mr. Kaiser would remove the toilets and cap the sewer line with cement, this being subject to District personnel inspection. ENERGY COSTS Director Johnson stated that in view of the raising energy costs, he felt it behooved the District to appoint a comraittee to investigate various means of conserving energy, thus lowering costs, in any way possible. After discussion, it was M/S/C (Forrest - Johnson) that an Energy Committee be appointed to explore the possibilities of conserving energy and to keep abreast of the various facets of energy programs. The committee would be comprised of Board Members, legal counsel, consulting engineers and staff. WATER TREATMENT PLANT REPORT - DICK RIEKER, ENGINEER Engineer Rieker reported that the first two chapters of the Water Treatment Plant report prepared by CM Engineering would be ready for distribution by the end of this week, thereafter, they would receive about one chapter each week for their review and consideration. WATER PRESSURE THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT Director Johnson stated he had been asked questions by District con- stituents regarding inadequate water pressure. Auditor Hendricks stated that the District policy relative to water pressure was a 1/26/76 02530 minimum of 45 psi and an attempt for a maximum of 125 psi. He also indicated that many times it is not the water pressure that causes low pressure, but corrosion inside the water lines from the meter to the residence, or the water line being too small. Also that whenever a complaint is received, District personnel check various alternatives to correct the problem if at all possible. No action, information only. WATER COMMITTEE REPORT ON PLANT 40 The Auditor stated that a number of meetings had been held with the Water Committee as well as the San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District, U.S.G.S. and the State Health Department regarding the water problem at Plant 40. After said meetings, Engineer Rowe had drafted a letter to be submitted to the State Health Department re- garding the District's method of handling the problem. The letter states the District would put Plant 40 on a low priority and continue with the monthly sampling program. Mr. Rowe had contacted Mr. Chet Anderson of the State Health Department concerning the contents of the letter and he indicated he felt it would satisfy the State Health Department's immediate concern. After discussion, it was M/S/C (Stoops - Wall) that Auditor Hendricks be authorized to sign the letter presented by CM Engineering, directed to the State Health Department outlining the District's intentions in dealing with the nitrate problem at Plant 40. RESOLUTION 1976.2 - ANNEXATION 1975-12, GEORGE E. WILLIAMS, 2634 PACIFIC STREET, HIGHLAND, CA - INITIATING ANNEXATION The Secretary presented Resolution 1976.2 for annexation 1975-12, George E. Williams, 2634 Pacific Street, Highland for sewer service only. M/S/C (Forrest - Johnson) that Resolution 1976.2 be adopted as presented. RESOLUTION OF APPLICATION BY GOVERNING BOARD OF PUBLIC ENTITY ANNEXATION 1975-12; (For full text, see Resolution File). Motion carried unanimously. SEWER CONNECTION CHARGES REVIEWED Auditor Hendricks stated he felt the sewer connection charges should be reviewed and perhaps updated in line with present costs. After discussion, it was M/S/C (Stoops - Johnson) that staff be authorized to proceed with a study of sewer connections and rate structure. CM Engineering was requested to present an estimate of their costs to make such a study of costs and rates for sewer connections. FINANCIAL STATEMENT The Auditor presented the December Financial Statement to the Board for their consideration. AWWA 96th ANNUAL CONFERENCE, JUNE 20-25, NEW ORLEANS Each Director was given a brochure on the 96th Annual AWWA Conference, being held in New Orleans June 20-25, 1976, after discussion, it was M/S/C (Forrest - Stoops) that any Board Member or staff member so designated be authorized to attend the AWWA Conference in New Orleans at District expense. -2- 1/26/76 0253 CHECK APPROVAL General 2786 2900 $217,224.65 Payroll 751 810 15,053.09 Total $232,277.74 M/S/C (Forrest - Wall) that checks be approved as submitted. DISTRICT MEETING WITH MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL Director Johnson indicated at the last meeting with the Mayor and Common Council it had been suggested a member of the District Board would be appointed to the Water and Sewer Commission of the City of San Bernardino. Director Johnson had drafted a letter regarding this to the Mayor. After discussion, it was M/S/C (Forrest - Stoops) that a letter be written to the Mayor and Common Council regarding this appointment within ten days. DEL ROSA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY Auditor Hendricks indicated he had received information requested by the Board regarding the sale of a lot owned by Del Rosa Mutual Water Company at the corner of Parkside and Parkdale. He stated it was sold for $24,500 by Russ Christianson Realty at a commission rate of 7-1/2% to Charles Good, a building contractor. He also stated there will be a Del Rosa Mutual Board Meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 1976, at 2:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting will be to distribute assets. Since the District owns 87% of the stock, he requested authorization to accept the well and well site on behalf of the East San Bernardino County Water District, as a portion of the distribution of assets. After discussion, it was M/S/C (Wall - Johnson) that the Directors accept the recommenda- tion regarding distribution of assets of the Del Rosa Mutual Water Company. FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING Director Wall called a Finance Committee Meeting for February 3, 1976 at 11:45 a.m. DISTRICT NEWSLETTER Director Johnson stated he would like to suggest a questionnaire type newsletter be mailed to random selected District constituents rather than a brochure. He asked that the Board of Directors con- sider something along this line for the April mailing. Information only, no action taken. REPORT ON MEETING WITH MAYOR RE CONSOLIDATION OF UTILITY SERVICES IN- FORMATION Auditor Hendricks reported on a meeting he and Director Wall had attend- ed at the request of the Mayor. He stated the meeting was held to try to assimilate all necessary information from the various utility com- panies and other representatives to help new businesses get started by contacting only one office. A letter has been sent out to the Economic Development Council regarding the requirements of the District. ASSOCIATION OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SPECIAL DISTRICTS Director Forrest announced the Special Districts Meeting in February will be held in Yucaipa with Yucaipa Valley County Water District as host. The program will be presented by the State Transportation Department. A film will be shown about off-ramp accidents. -3- 1/26/76 02532 CORRESPONDENCE FROM TERRY GOGGIN RE WATER TREATMENT PLANT GRANTS Each Director received a copy of a letter received from Assemblyman Terry Goggin re Water Treatment plant grants. President Disch in- dicated he had also received a letter from Congresswoman Shirley Pettis regarding the grants. Information only, no action taken. EXECUTIVE SESSION CALLED The President called an Executive Session at 9:30 p.m. for dis- cussion of personnel. The Board returned and the President called the meeting back to order at 10:40 p.m. M/S/C (Forrest - Johnson) that the District advertise in the ACWA Bulletin and League of California Magazine for applications for a General Manager, with resumes being submitted to ACWA publication box. The top five applicants will be called in for an interview. DEL ROSA MUTUAL WATER COMPANY BOARD OF DIRECTORS M/S/C (Johnson - Stoops) that the names of O.A. Wall and Norman Forrest be submitted as can4idates for Directors of the Del Rosa Mutual Water Board. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m. Bonnie R. Eastwood, Secretary 1/26/76