HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 06/14/1976 EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING JUNE 14, 1976
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. and bid time declared
closed. President Disch lead the flag salute.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: President Philip A. Disch, Directors Norman W. Forrest,
Dennis Johnson, Gerald W. Stoops
ABSENT: None
PROFESSIONAL STAFF: Robert J. Farrell, Legal Counsel; Dick Rieker,
Engineering Consultant
STAFF PRESENT: Harold M. Fones, General Manager; Howard H.
Hendricks, Asst. Manager; Duncan Parkes, Engineering
Department; Bonnie Eastwood, Secretary
OTHERS PRESENT: Chet Anderson, State Health Department; a
representative from El-Co Construction Co.
MINUTES
M/S/C (Wall - Forrest) that the Minutes of May 24, 1976, be approved
as submitted.
The President introduced Mr. Harold M. Fones, General Manager, this
being his first Board meeting.
BID OPENING - INSTALLATION OF WATER MAINS AND APPURTENANCES - TRACT
8604, MARYSVILLE DEVELOPMENT CO~ANY - DATE AND CITRUS AVENUES
The Secretary opened and read the bid proposals for installation of
water mains and appurtenances within Tract 8604. Legal Counsel
checked each proposal. All proposals included the 10% bid bonds and
were as follows:
Ace Pipeline Construction Co. $ 9,468.00
El-Co Contractors, Inc. 10,005.20
Hawker Construction Company 8,878.00
Engineer's Estimate 9,200.00
M/S/C (Forrest - Wall) that the bids be turned over to the staff
and consulting engineer for checking and recommendation on awarding
of bid.
Dick Rieker, Consulting Engineer, stated all proposals had been
reviewed by the engineers and were correct. He recommended accept-
ance of the low bid by Hawker Construction Company, subject to
approval of legal counsel, whereupon it was
M/S/C (Wall - Stoops) that the bid be awarded to Hawker Construction
Company on their bid of $8,878.00, holding the next two bids until
approved by legal counsel.
NORTH FORK WATER COMPANY RE COOPERATIVE WATER AGREEMENT
Director Johnson indicated that North Fork Water Company was in
agreement with the Cooperative Water Agreement in its present form,
It was recommended that the District also accept said agreement, if
deemed acceptable by Attorney Farrell.
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M/S/C (Johnson - Stoops) that Resolution 1976.24, Acceptance
of Santa Ana River - Mill Creek Cooperative Water Project Agree-
ment be duly executed upon approval of legal counsel.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors: Disch, Forrest, Johnson, Stoops, Wall
NOES: None
RECOMMENDATION ON TERMINOLOGY OF BUILDER' "ALL RISK" INSURANCE AS
STATED IN DISTRICT SPECIFICATIONS
Attorney Farrell stated a meeting had been held witk Engineer Rieker,
Dana Weaver, District Insurance Carrier, and Howard H. Hendricks
re possible changes in District specifications re insurance. He
had submitted a statement describing suggested changes in tke specifi-
cations in regards to: (1) re-wording of paragraph (d) Builders' "All
Risk" Insurance; (2) notice of 30 days, rather than 10 days on can-
cellation of policy; (3) raising deductible on each loss to a maxi-
mum of $1000.00; and, (4) consideration regarding continued coverage
for flood and earthquake. After considerable discussion of the
matter, it was
M/S/C (Stoops - Wall) that staff be authorized and directed to
make the necessary modifications and changes in District specifi-
cations, as submitted, in paragraph (D) Builders' "All Risk", with
the terms flood and earthquake being inserted after the words "All
Risk", as well as increasing the maximum loss deductible to $1000.00.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WATER CO~ANY AGREEMENT
Attorney Farrell had prepared an agreement, as directed, re furnish-
ing temporary water to Southern California Water C~mpany in two
locations which was read and reviewed by the Board. After discussion
and acceptance in principle of the agreement by tke Board, it was
determined the agreement would be sent to Southern California Water
Company for their acceptance or modification. It was then,
M/S/C (Stoops - Wall) tkat the water agreement to furnish temp-
orary water to southern California Water Company be accepted in
principle, thereafter, being sent to Soutkern California Water Company
for their acceptance or modification. If this agreement is accepted
by Southern California Water Company, the President and Secretary are
authorized to execute said agreement on behalf of the District.
M/S/C (Wall Johnson that if Southern California Water Company
advances the funds for the construction of the necessary facilities
to acquire District water at the two locations indicated, the staff
is authorized to go ahead with ordering materials.
INFORMATION REGARDING GRANTS AND LOW INTEREST RATE LOANS
A discussion ensued regarding grants and low interest rate loans.
After discussion, it was
M/S/C (Stoops - Johnson) that staff be authorized to write a
letter to the State Health Department requesting funds for the
development of water facilities and a water treatment plant within
the District area.
WM. WEST HEARING RE REQUEST FOR SEWER FACILITIES - SV 3877.1
Attorney Farrell stated a hearing had been held regarding a complaint
filed by Wm. West re his request for sewer services. Mr. West's
motion was denied. The case will ultimately go on the trial calendar
for hearing. Information only, no action taken.
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HUBBS EQUIPMENT SERVICE, REQUEST FOR WATER SERVICE
The Water Committee requested this item be deferred until they can
meet concerning the request. A report will be made at the June 28,
Board Meeting.
LETTERS TO MEMBERS OF THE SCREENING COM~ITTEE
Mr. Stoops stated he had prepared letters to each member of the
screening committee. Each Director signed the letters. Information
only.
LETTER TO ACWA CHAIRMAN, HOWARD HAWKINS, RE ISSUES PRESENTED AT
CONVENTIONS
Director Stoops indicated ke had prepared a rough draft letter to
Mr. Hawkins re issues presented at the ACWA conventions and would
have it in final form for the July 12, 1976 Board Meeting.
JACK DICKSON MATTER RE EMPLOYMENT
Director Forrest indicated the Personnel Committee would hold a
meeting on June 28th at 2:30 p.m. in order to discuss the matter
of Jack Dickson, as well as other personnel matters.
M/S/C (Wall Stoops) tkat the matter of Jack Dickson be
referred to the Personnel Committee to bring back a report and recom-
mendation on June 28, 1976.
PRESENTATION OF PRELIMINARY BUDGET
Auditor Hendricks presented the preliminary budget to the Board.
After a general discussion.on items presented, it was
M/S/C (Stoops Forrest) that a Special Board Meeting be held
on July 6, 1976, at 7:00 p.m. for discussion of the budget.
RESOLUTION 1976.20 - FINAL ANNEXATION 1975-12, GEORGE E. WILLIAMS,
2634 PACIFIC STREET, HIGHLAND
The Secretary presented Resolution 1976.20, Final Annexation 1975-12
for George E. Williams, 2634 Pacific St., Highland, for approval.
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIP~ECTORS OF THE EAST SAN
BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT MAKING DETERMINATIONS,
ORDERING ANNEXATIONS OF TERRITORY, ESTABLISHING GERMS
AND CONDITIONS FOR ANNEXATION AND DESCRIBING EXTERIOR BOUND-
ARIES OF TERRITORY ANNEXED.
M/S/C (Stoops - Forrest) that Resolution 1976.20 be adopted as
presented.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: DIRECTORS DISCH, FORREST, JOHNSON, STOOPS, WALL
NOES: NONE
RESOLUTION 1976.21, FINAL ANNEXATION 1976-1, NEAL T. BAKER, ENT.
TRACT 9077
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE EAST SAN
BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT MAKING DETERMINATIONS,
ORDERING ANNEXATIONS OF TERRITORY, ESTABLISHING TERMS
AND CONDITIONS FOR ANNEXATION AND DESCRIBING EXTERIOR
BOUNDARIES OF TERRITORY ANNEXED.
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M/S/C (Stoops Forrest) that Resolution 1976.21 be adopted as
presented.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Forrest, Johnson, Stoops, Wall
NOES: None
HAZEL SWINGLE, 3528 GARDEN DRIVE, S.B., RE OVERPAYMENT OF SEI~ER
BILL - SV 2351
It was determined that Mrs. Swingle had made an overpayment of
$38.75 on her sewer bill. It was
M/S/C (Stoops Forrest) that a refund payment of $38.75 be
made to Mrs. Swingle.
BETTY VAIKASAS, 7505 GOLODRINA, S.B. - OVERPAYMENT ON SEWER SERVICE
SINCE 1971 - SV 7414
It was determined that Mrs. Vaikasas had been paying for sewer ser-
vice on two houses ratker than one since 1971. A refund of $234.50
has been requested. After discussion, it was
M/S/C (Forrest - Wall) that Mrs. Vaikasas be refunded $234.50
for overpayment of sewer service.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LEGISLATIVE ALERT RE SB 50
Information received from tke Chamber of Commerce re SB 50. Infor-
mation only.
CORRESPONDENCE FRO~ _REGISTRAR OF VOTERS RE CANDIDATE'S STATE~4ENT OF
QUALIFICATION
Information received from the Registrar of Voters regarding billing
of candidate's statements. Information only.
CSDA NEWSLETTER
Copies given to each Director. Information only.
SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT ENGINEER'S REPORT ON
WATER QUALITY SUPPLY 1975
The District received copies of the SBV~4D Engineer's Report on
Water Quality Supply 1975. Each Director received a copy. Informa-
tion only.
SUNNYSIDE MUTUAL WATER COMPANY MAIN SHUTDOWN
Auditor Hendricks indicated the District has completed work in the
Sunnyside area, however, there are nine property owners who have
not connected to the District's system. He recommended that a dead-
line date of August 1, 1976, be established for water connection to
the District by those property owners. Each property owner being
notified by certified mail, return receipt requested of the deadline
date for connection. After discussion, it was
M/S/C (Forrest - Stoops) that staff write a letter to the
property owners informing them of the August 1, 1976 deadline date
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for connection to District facilities, with the Public Relations
Committee and President approving the letter before it is sent out.
ASSOCIATION OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SPECIAL DISTRICTS MONTHLY MEETING
The June meeting of the Association of San Bernardino County Special
Districts will be held at the Rusty Lantern on June 21 with Mr. Wm.
Hartzell as speaker. Information only.
P~ENEWAL OF MEMBERSHIP DUES - ASSOCIATION OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
After discussion, it was
M/S/C (Stoops - Forrest) that dues of $85.00 be paid to the
Association of San Bernardino County Special Districts for renewal
of membership.
RESOLUTION 1976.23 - CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - ACE PIPELINE
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY - Job No.w927
The Secretary presented a Notice of Completion for Ace Pipeline
Construction Company for installation of water mains and appurtenances
within Tracts 9045 & 9068, Barclay Hollander, developer. A certificate
of completion had been submitted by the District Engineering Department
stating all work has been satisfactorily completed.
M/S/C (Wall - Forrest) that the Board accept the Notice of Com-
pletion as presented for Tracts 9045 & 9068.
EFSTATHIO DALIANES, 7499 NEWCOMBE STREET - REQUEST FOR INFO~4ATION
RE SEWER RATE INCREASE
Mrs. Dalianes, 7499 Newcombe Street indicated she would be present
at the Board Meeting this date to inquire about the sewer rate in-
crease. However, she did not appear at the Meeting.
RESOLUTION 1976.22 INITIATING ANNEXATION 1976-5; Lot 4, Portion
of Lot 5, Block 12, WEST HIGHLANDS, CITRUS AND DATE w/o VICTORIA
The Secretary presented Resolution 1976.22, Initiating Annexation
1976-5 for Lot 4, Portion of Lot 5, Block 12, West Highlands,
application for water and sewer service and indicated all fees
have been paid.
M/S/C (Stoops Forrest) that Resolution 1976.22 be adopted as
presented.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: DIRECTORS Disch, Forrest, Johnson, Stoops, Wall
NOES: None
E. MEYERS, 1139 BASELINE, REQUEST FOR WATER SERVICE FOR AGRICULTURAL
PURPOSES
The General Manager indicated a request had been made by Mr. E. Meyers
for water service for agricultural purposes. He stated due to an
agreement with Mr. Meyers in 1971, negotiations should be entered into
in order to supply him with water for agricultural purposes. After
discussion of the matter, it was
M/S/C (Stoops - Wall) that staff be authorized to negotiate with
Mr. Meyers re his request for water service and bring a recommendation
to the Board on June 28, 1976.
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SAN BERNARDINO SAUSAGE CO. INC. APPLICATION TO P~ESTRAIN UTILITY
FROM TERMINATING SERVICE AND ORDER THEREON
The General Manager indicated that the District had received an
application to Restrain Utility from Terminating Service and Order
Thereon, on June 14, 1976, re San Bernardino Sausage Co., Inc.
After discussion, it was
M/S/C (Stoops - Wall) that we accept receipt of the Order and
refer the matter to legal counsel for further action.
MLADEN BUNTIC~, CONTRACTOR, REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION - TRACT 9077
Staff indicated three change orders totaling $701.00 had been re-
ceived from Mr. Buntich and requested authorization to pay same.
He also requested a three week extension of time for completion
of the installation of sewers to Tract 9077. After discussion, it
was
M/S/C (Stoops - Wall) that the extension of time be granted to
June 25th with tke three ckange orders also being approved.
EMPLOYEE STEP RAISES
The following step increases were presented to the Board.
Josephine Antonucci, 23F to 23G $3.84/$669/month, effective 5/10/76
Don Sickles, 36E to 36F $6.88/$1197/montk, effective 6/7/76
After discussion, it was
M/S/C (Forrest - Stoops) that both step increases be referred
to the Personnel Committee witk a recommendation being brought to
the Board on June 28, 1976.
EXCHANGE CLUB
Director Forrest stated Nkr. Stoops had been a guest'speaker at a
recent Exchange Club meeting re environment.
JOINT POWERS SEWER AGREEMENT
Director Johnson stated tke District should attempt to finalize
the amendment to the Jr. Powers Agreement with the City within
the next sixty days.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
B~nnie R. Eastwood, Secretary
A. Disch, President
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