HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 08/10/2022Minutes Approved October 12, 2022
Regular Board Meeting
Meeting Date: August 10, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
The Chairman of the Board called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL OF BOARD MEMBERS
PRESENT
Directors: Carrillo, Coats, Goodrich, Morales, Smith
ABSENT
Directors: None
STAFF
Brian Tompkins, Interim General Manager/CEO & Chief Financial Officer; Jeff Noelte,
Director of Engineering and Operations; Kelly Malloy, Director of Strategic Services;
Patrick Milroy, Operations Manager; Justine Hendricksen, District Clerk; Shayla Antrim,
Administrative Specialist
LEGAL COUNSEL
Jean Cihigoyenetche
GUESTS
Members of the public
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chairman Goodrich declared the public participation section of the meeting open at 4:31
p.m.
There being no written or verbal comments, the public participation section was closed.
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
a. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Director Smith, seconded by Director Coats that the Board
approve the August 10, 2022 agenda as submitted.
The motion carried by the following:
Ayes: Carrillo, Coats, Goodrich, Morales, Smith
Noes: None
Absent: None
RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION
The Board entered into Closed Session at 4:31 p.m. as provided in the Ralph M. Brown
Act Government Code Sections 54956.8, 54956.9(d)(2) and 54956.9(e)(3) to discuss
the items listed on the agenda.
RECONVENE THE MEETING
The Board reconvened the meeting at 5:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Director Smith led the flag salute.
ROLL CALL OF BOARD MEMBERS
Directors: Carrillo, Coats, Goodrich, Morales, Smith
ABSENT
Directors: None
2. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
With respect to Item #2.a: Legal Counsel stated that no reportable action was taken.
With respect to Item #2.b: Legal Counsel stated that no reportable action was taken.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chairman Goodrich declared the public participation section of the meeting open at 5:32
p.m.
Mr. Wayne Brown inquired as to who would be participating in the General
Manager/CEO interview process on August 12.
Mr. Fred Yauger stated that it has been a pleasure to serve on the Community Advisory
Commission and would like to know if the Board would consider reviewing the policy
and extending the two-year term limit for Commissioners.
There being no further written or verbal comments, the public participation section was
closed at 5:37 p.m.
PRESENTATIONS AND CEREMONIAL ITEMS
• Introduction of Newly Hired Employees
o Mark Hokanson, Accountant
The Interim General Manager/CEO introduced and welcomed newly hired employee
Mark Hokanson.
3. APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Approval of July 27, 2022 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
b. Approval of Directors' Fees and Expenses for July 2022
A motion was made by Director Smith, seconded by Director Coats, that the Board
approve the Consent Calendar as submitted.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Carrillo, Coats, Goodrich, Morales, Smith
Noes: None
Absent: None
4. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
a. Sterling Natural Resource Center Project Update
The Director of Strategic Services provided a presentation that highlighted the Sterling
Natural Resource Center Ribbon Cutting event, upcoming activities, and construction
updates.
For information only.
5. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
a. Consider Approval of Water Quality Permitting Services Contract
Amendment #2 for the Sterling Natural Resource Center (SNRC)
The Director of Engineering and Operations discussed a contract amendment to the
Water Quality Permitting Services Contract for the Sterling Natural Resource Center
project. He provided information on changes to the project, including a change in the
discharge location to the Weaver Basin, which requires updating the engineering
documents.
A motion was made by Director Coats, seconded by Director Carrillo, that the Board
authorize the Interim General Manager/CEO to execute contract amendment #2 with
Woodward & Curran, to provide additional water quality permitting services for the
Sterling Natural Resource Center project for a not-to-exceed amount of $215,746.
The Director of Engineering and Operations responded to a question from Mr. Wayne
Brown regarding the discharge location change from the Redlands Basin to the Weaver
Basin.
The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Carrillo, Coats, Goodrich, Morales, Smith
Noes: None
Absent: None
6. REPORTS
a. Board of Directors' Reports
Director Smith reported on the following: August 4 he reviewed the agenda with the
Director of Strategic Services; August 8 he reviewed the agenda with the Interim
General Manager/CEO; and August 10 he attended the San Bernardino Valley Water
Conservation District's Board meeting.
Director Carrillo reported on the following: August 4 he participated in a conference call
with the Director of Strategic Services to discuss District business; and August 8 he
reviewed the agenda with the Interim General Manager/CEO.
Director Coats reported on the following: August 5 he met with the Interim General
Manager/CEO to review the agenda and discuss District business; August 8 he attended
the Association of San Bernardino County Special Districts Board meeting; and August 9
he attended the City of San Bernardino Water Department's Board meeting.
Vice Chairman Morales reported on the following: August 2 he attended in the San
Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District's Board meeting where they discussed land
acquired at a public auction; August 4 he met with the Interim General Manager/CEO to
review the agenda; and August 5 he met with the Director of Strategic Services to
discuss District business.
Chairman Goodrich reported on the following: July 28 he attended John Mura's
retirement celebration; August 4 he attended agenda review with the Interim General
Manager/CEO; and August 5 he met with the Director of Strategic Services to discuss
District business.
Information only.
b. General Manager/CEO Report
The General Manager/CEO reported on the following:
• The Sterling Natural Resource Center is open for community members to come
visit. Customers may pay their bill in-person or use the self-service kiosk, get
assistance with their account, and tour the demonstration garden.
• East Valley Water District conducts regular maintenance and repairs to maintain
service for customers. The District will begin a water main line replacement project
on Pleasant Hill Drive and Palm Avenue in San Bernardino starting on August 22,
2022. The project will be conducted in phases and is expected to be completed in
mid-September 2022, depending on weather conditions.
• The District's contractor is working on the signal lights located at Del Rosa Drive
and 5th Street to enhance pedestrian and traffic safety. Work is anticipated to be
completed in mid-August 2022. Please use alternate routes and follow posted
signs.
The General Manager/CEO announced upcoming events/dates:
• August 11 at 1:00 p.m. -Legislative & Public Outreach Committee meeting.
• August 23 at 12:00 p.m. -the District is hosting the Highland ·Chamber Luncheon
at the Headquarters facility, Kelly Malloy will be the guest speaker.
• August 24 -East Valley Water District staff will be presenting the Sterling Natural
Resource Center at the annual California Special Districts Association Conference.
• August 30 at 5:30 p.m. -the District will be holding a special meeting/public
hearing to discuss the Sterling Natural Resource Center's Title 22 Engineering
Report
Information only.
c. Legal Counsel Report
No report at this time.
d. Board of Directors' Comments
Director Smith stated that he received an email from a ratepayer regarding a
disconnection and forwarded it to staff. He commended staff for handling the issue and
stated that the small things the District does for ratepayers goes a long way:
Director Coats thanked the Interim General Manager/CEO for stepping up in the
absence of the recently retired General Manager/CEO.
Vice Chairman Morales stated that it's the end of the legislative calendar and stay tuned
to SB 222, a carryover from last year. He commended staff for supporting schools
adjacent to the Sterling Natural Resource Center and for providing popcorn on their first
day of school.
Chairman Goodrich acknowledged Mr. Yauger's comments regarding the Community
Advisory Commission and added that it was a positive experience for him when he
served as a Commissioner.
ADJOURN
Chairman Goodrich adjourned the meeting at 6:17 p.m .
Phillip R. Goodrich, Board President