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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 07/26/2011 Approved August 9,2011 EAST VALLEY WATER DISTRICT July 26. 2011 REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES President Wilson called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. The Interim General Manager led the flag salute. PRESENT: Directors: Le Vesque, Morales, Sturgeon, Wilson ABSENT: Director: Malmberg STAFF: Robert DeLoach, Interim General Manager; Brian Tompkins, Chief Financial Officer; Eliseo Ochoa, Assistant District Engineer; Cecilia Contreras, Administrative Office Specialist II; Robert Martin; Justine Hendricksen,Administrative Manager LEGAL COUNSEL: Steve Kennedy GUEST(S): Ron Coats, Charles Roberts (Highland Community News) PUBLIC COMMENTS President Wilson declared the public participation section of the meeting open at 3:01 pm. There being no verbal or written comments the public participation section was closed. APPROVAL OF AGENDA M/S/C (LeVesque-Sturgeon)that the July 26, 2011 agenda be approved. DISBURSEMENTS M/S/C (Sturgeon-LeVesque) that General Fund Disbursements #229211 through #229375 which were distributed during the period of July 6, 2011 through July 18, 2011, in the amount of$819,166.36 and Payroll and benefit contributions for the period ended July 18, 2011 and included checks and direct deposits, in the amount of $273,256.02 totaling$1,092,422.38 be approved. APPROVAL OF BOARD MEETING MINUTES FOR JUNE 28,2011 M/S (Sturgeon-LeVesque) that the Board meeting minutes for June 28, 2011 be approved. Minutes(07/27/10 jph) 1 Mr. Kennedy requested that the June 28, 2011 minutes be amended and reflect that Director Morales is recusing himself from item No.37 and that this verbiage be noted before the Board adjourned to closed session. M/S/C (Sturgeon-LeVesque) that the Board meeting minutes for June 28, 2011 be approved as amended. APPROVAL OF BOARD MEETING MINUTES FOR JULY 12,2011 M/S (Sturgeon-LeVesque) that the Board meeting minutes for July 12, 2011 be approved. President Wilson stated that he was not present at the July 12, 2011 Board meeting and has requested that the signature line on the minutes reflect the Vice President. M/S/C (Sturgeon-LeVesque) that the Board meeting minutes for July 12, 2011 be approved as amended. RESOLUTION 2011.17 — A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE EAST VALLEY WATER DISTRICT, SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ADDING DELINQUENT NON-PAID CHARGERS TO ANNUAL TAXES LEVIED UPON THE PROPERTY FOR WHICH THE CHARGES ARE DELINQUENT AND UNPAID M/S/C (Sturgeon-LeVesque)that Resolution 2011.17 be approved. GENERAL MANAGER'S FEES AND EXPENSES M/S/C (Sturgeon-LeVesque) that the General Manager's fees and expenses be approved. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE DISTRICT'S 2011- 12 BUDGET The Interim General Manager stated that the Board has adopted a 2011-12 budget and recommends that this item not be included as a regular agenda item. The Interim General Manager also stated that if warranted, staff will make necessary recommendations to the Board regarding budget adjustments. No action taken. REVIEW AND ACCEPT THE INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDED JUNE 30,2011 Mr. Tompkins reviewed the Investment Report with the Board. Minutes(07/27/l0 jph) 2 M/S/C (LeVesque-Sturgeon) that the Investment report for the quarter ended June 30, 2011 be accepted. GENERAL MANAGER/STAFF REPORT Mr. Martin provided a detailed report to the Board regarding his Congressional briefing in Washington D.C. and the ongoing issues with the Santa Ana Sucker Fish. Mr. Martin stated that he testified on behalf of the Santa Ana Sucker Task Force; that many media outlets and local representatives were present at the briefing. Mr. Marin stated that the entire group who participated in the briefing believes that they have accomplished the goals of the Task Force. In addition, on July 18th, ACWA sent a letter to the Fish and Wildlife Service supporting the Task Force efforts and requested that they withdraw its rule. Mr. Martin also stated that legal counsel is prepared to file suit and are awaiting the approval from the Task Force in order to move forward. Information only. CONSULTANT REPORTS No reports at this time. COMMITTEE REPORTS a. Legislative (Standing) — Director Morales stated the committee is scheduled to meet on August 1st, to discuss AB 3030. Director Morales offered his appreciation to Mr. Martin for his detailed legislative report. b. Community Affairs (Standing)—No report at this time. c. Policy (Ad-Hoc) —The committee has finalized the purchasing policy and will be bringing it to the Board for approval next month. d. Labor Negotiating Committee(Ad-Hoc)—No report at this time. e. Succession Planning Committee(Ad-Hoc)—No report at this time. ORAL COMMENTS FROM BOARD OF DIRECTORS Director Morales stated that he appreciates the new staff report format. Director Morales also stated that Assemblyman Mike Morrell is having a 63`d Assembly District Business & Economic Hearing on August 4th from 4:30 — 7:00 pm at the City of Highland's Council Chambers. Information only. The Board took a break at 3:31 pm. The Board returned to session at 3:38 pm. Director Morales is recusing himself from discussion of all matters related to Item No. 15 due to his membership in SBPEA. Minutes(07/27/10 jph) 3 CLOSED SESSION The Board entered into Closed Session at 3:39 p.m. as provided in the California Open Meeting Law, Government Code Section 54945.9(a), to discuss those items listed on the agenda. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS Director Morales physically vacated the building prior to the Board's deliberation of Item No.15. The Board returned to regular session at 4:40 p.m. The items listed on the agenda were discussed in closed session with no reportable action being taken. A member of the public who arrived late to the meeting requested to speak before the Board. Mr. Mejia introduced himself to the Board. He stated that he would like the Board to oppose any proposed rate increases. Mr. Mejia stated that due to the current financial depression,the 13%unemployment rate in the Inland Empire and the economic downturn we need to help our constituents by not increasing the never ending rate hikes. Information only. ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at 4:44 p.m. eorge . Wilson, President \C-4 Robert DeLoach, Secr tary Minutes(07/27/I0 jph) 4