HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packet - Legislative & Public Outreach Committee - 06/09/2022LEGISLATIVE & PUBLIC OUTREACH COMMITTEE
JUNE 9, 2022
East Valley Water District was formed in 1954 and provides water and wastewater services to
103,000 residents within the cities of San Bernardino and Highland, and portions of San
Bernardino County.
EVWD operates under the direction of a 5member elected Board.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
James Morales Jr.
Governing Board Member
Phillip Goodrich
Governing Board Member
Legislative & Public Outreach Committee Meeting
June 09, 2022 1:30 PM
31111 Greenspot Road, Highland, CA 92346
PLEASE NOTE:
Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Board after distribution of the
agenda packet are available for public inspection in the District’s office located at 31111
Greenspot Rd., Highland, during normal business hours. Also, such documents are available
on the District’s website at eastvalley.org and are subject to staff’s ability to post the
documents before the meeting.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(a), any request for a disabilityrelated
modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, that is sought in order
to participate in the above agendized public meeting should be directed to the District Clerk
at (909) 8854900 at least 72 hours prior to said meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL OF BOARD MEMBERS
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any person wishing to speak to the Board of Directors is asked to complete a Speaker Card
and submit it to the District Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Each speaker is limited to
three (3) minutes, unless waived by the Chairman of the Board. Under the State of California
Brown Act, the Board of Directors is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item
not listed on the posted agenda. The matter will automatically be referred to staff for an
appropriate response or action and may appear on the agenda at a future meeting.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered by the Board of Directors to be
routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no discussion of these items prior to
the time the board considers the motion unless members of the board, the administrative staff,
or the public request specific items to be discussed and/or removed from the Consent
Calendar.
1.Approve the April 6, 2022 committee meeting minutes.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
2.Grants Update
3.Sterling Natural Resource Center Project Update
4.Legislative Update
REPORTS
5.Directors’ Comments
6.Staff’s Comments
ADJOURN
LEGISLATIVE & PUBLIC OUTREACH COMMITTEEJUNE 9, 2022East Valley Water District was formed in 1954 and provides water and wastewater services to103,000 residents within the cities of San Bernardino and Highland, and portions of SanBernardino County.EVWD operates under the direction of a 5member elected Board.COMMITTEE MEMBERS
James Morales Jr.
Governing Board Member
Phillip Goodrich
Governing Board Member
Legislative & Public Outreach Committee Meeting
June 09, 2022 1:30 PM
31111 Greenspot Road, Highland, CA 92346
PLEASE NOTE:
Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Board after distribution of the
agenda packet are available for public inspection in the District’s office located at 31111
Greenspot Rd., Highland, during normal business hours. Also, such documents are available
on the District’s website at eastvalley.org and are subject to staff’s ability to post the
documents before the meeting.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(a), any request for a disabilityrelated
modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, that is sought in order
to participate in the above agendized public meeting should be directed to the District Clerk
at (909) 8854900 at least 72 hours prior to said meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL OF BOARD MEMBERS
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any person wishing to speak to the Board of Directors is asked to complete a Speaker Card
and submit it to the District Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Each speaker is limited to
three (3) minutes, unless waived by the Chairman of the Board. Under the State of California
Brown Act, the Board of Directors is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item
not listed on the posted agenda. The matter will automatically be referred to staff for an
appropriate response or action and may appear on the agenda at a future meeting.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered by the Board of Directors to be
routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no discussion of these items prior to
the time the board considers the motion unless members of the board, the administrative staff,
or the public request specific items to be discussed and/or removed from the Consent
Calendar.
1.Approve the April 6, 2022 committee meeting minutes.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
2.Grants Update
3.Sterling Natural Resource Center Project Update
4.Legislative Update
REPORTS
5.Directors’ Comments
6.Staff’s Comments
ADJOURN
LEGISLATIVE & PUBLIC OUTREACH COMMITTEEJUNE 9, 2022East Valley Water District was formed in 1954 and provides water and wastewater services to103,000 residents within the cities of San Bernardino and Highland, and portions of SanBernardino County.EVWD operates under the direction of a 5member elected Board.COMMITTEE MEMBERSJames Morales Jr.Governing Board Member Phillip GoodrichGoverning Board MemberLegislative & Public Outreach Committee MeetingJune 09, 2022 1:30 PM31111 Greenspot Road, Highland, CA 92346PLEASE NOTE:Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Board after distribution of theagenda packet are available for public inspection in the District’s office located at 31111Greenspot Rd., Highland, during normal business hours. Also, such documents are availableon the District’s website at eastvalley.org and are subject to staff’s ability to post thedocuments before the meeting.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(a), any request for a disabilityrelated
modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, that is sought in order
to participate in the above agendized public meeting should be directed to the District Clerk
at (909) 8854900 at least 72 hours prior to said meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL OF BOARD MEMBERS
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any person wishing to speak to the Board of Directors is asked to complete a Speaker Card
and submit it to the District Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Each speaker is limited to
three (3) minutes, unless waived by the Chairman of the Board. Under the State of California
Brown Act, the Board of Directors is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item
not listed on the posted agenda. The matter will automatically be referred to staff for an
appropriate response or action and may appear on the agenda at a future meeting.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered by the Board of Directors to be
routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no discussion of these items prior to
the time the board considers the motion unless members of the board, the administrative staff,
or the public request specific items to be discussed and/or removed from the Consent
Calendar.
1.Approve the April 6, 2022 committee meeting minutes.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
2.Grants Update
3.Sterling Natural Resource Center Project Update
4.Legislative Update
REPORTS
5.Directors’ Comments
6.Staff’s Comments
ADJOURN
Agenda Item #1 June 9, 20221
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Agenda Item #1
Consent Item
Regular Meeting
TO: Committee Members
FROM: Kelly Malloy, Director of Strategic Services
SUBJECT: Approve the April 6, 2022 committee meeting minutes.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Board of Directors approve the April 6, 2022 committee
meeting minutes.
BACKGROUND / ANALYSIS
N/A
AGENCY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
II - Maintain a Commitment To Sustainability, Transparency, and Accountability
A. Practice Transparent and Accountable Fiscal Management
B. Utilize Effective Communication Methods
REVIEW BY OTHERS
This agenda item has been reviewed by Public Affairs and Administration.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this agenda item.
Respectfully submitted:
________________
Kelly Malloy
Director of Strategic Services
ATTACHMENTS
April 6, 2022 Committee Meeting Minutes
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Subject to approval
EAST VALLEY WATER DISTRICT April 6, 2022
LEGISLATIVE & PUBLIC OUTREACH COMMITTEE
MINUTES
Kelly Malloy, Director of Strategic Services, called the meeting to order at 1:30 pm and
Director Goodrich led the flag salute.
PRESENT: Directors: Goodrich, Morales. Jr.
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Kelly Malloy, Director of Strategic Services; William Ringland, Public
Affairs/Conservation Manager; Cecilia Contreras, Public Affairs
Coordinator
GUEST(s): None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Public Affairs Coordinator declared the public participation section of the meeting
open at 1:30 pm.
There being no written or verbal comments, the public participation section was closed.
APPROVE THE FEBRUARY 10, 2022 COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
M/S/C (Goodrich-Morales) to approve the February 10, 2022 Committee meeting
minutes as submitted.
CONSERVATION REBATE UPDATE
The Public Affairs/Conservation Manager provided an update to include the participation
to date on the Conservation Rebate Program, the partnership with Valley District, the
Governors Executive Orders as it relates to Conservation, and continuing to be a resource
for our customers.
Information only.
OUTREACH UPDATE
The Public Affairs/Conservation Manager provided an update on the District’s outreach
program to include updates to customers on CIP projects, Sterling Natural Resource
Center project updates, the Weaver Basin Regional Recycled Water System, and the
Recruitment Campaign; that staff continues to find the best ways to reach out to
customers through social media platforms, bill inserts, email blasts, and newspaper ads.
04-06-2022 cmc
Information only.
STERLING NATURAL RESOURCE CENTER PROJECT UPDATE
The Director of Strategic Services provided an update on the project construction,
continuing work towards regulatory permitting, and outreach to the community regarding
updates and the upcoming events.
Information only.
DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS
Director Morales thanked staff for the excellent and important information that was
provided.
Information only.
STAFF’S COMMENTS
The Director of Strategic Services stated that it was exciting to be meeting back in person;
and that staff will be submitting for a Hazard Mitigation Grant Project for Seismic Retrofit
of Reservoirs to Cal OES this week.
Information only.
ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 2:24 pm.
______________________________ ______________________________
Phillip R. Goodrich James Morales, Jr.
Director Director
Agenda Item #2 June 9, 20221
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Agenda Item #2
Informational Item
Regular Meeting
TO: Committee Members
FROM: Kelly Malloy, Director of Strategic Services
SUBJECT: Grants Update
RECOMMENDATION
This agenda item is for informational purposes only, no action required.
BACKGROUND / ANALYSIS
The District is an infrastructure-based organization valuing strategic and thoughtful
planning. Through a collaborative process, the District identifies short-term and long-
term projects needed to maintain the system and incorporates them in the Five-Year
Workplan. Staff then works to identify funding sources including general funds,
development fees, municipal bonds, grants, or other loans.
Grant funding can provide a strong financing opportunity when the District’s project
priorities align with granting agencies. These grants can offset large capital investments
avoiding the need to pass costs along to ratepayers within the District’s service area. As
an organization serving a large, disadvantaged population, strategically identifying
funding sources becomes even more important to help keep rates affordable, while
maintaining the world-class system.
The District adopted a Grant Strategy in 2012 and updated the approach in 2021 to
continue aligning with East Valley Water District’s strategic vision. The development of
the strategy helps facilitate a ranking and strategic approach to pursuing alternative
funding sources, while maintaining existing workflows. Over the last Fiscal Year, the
District received grant awards from California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES)
and Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) totaling $591,005 for projects and planning
documents.
The District’s strategic grant funding approach requires a high degree of coordination
and communication with funding partners. District staff continues to work with state
and federal agencies on awarded and potential funding opportunities.
AGENCY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
II - Maintain a Commitment To Sustainability, Transparency, and Accountability
A. Practice Transparent and Accountable Fiscal Management
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Agenda Item #2
Informational Item
C. Pursue Alternative Funding Sources
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this agenda item.
Respectfully submitted:
________________
Kelly Malloy
Director of Strategic Services
ATTACHMENTS
No Attachments
Agenda Item #3 June 9, 20221
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Agenda Item #3
Informational Item
Regular Meeting
TO: Committee Members
FROM: Kelly Malloy, Director of Strategic Services
SUBJECT: Sterling Natural Resource Center Project Update
RECOMMENDATION
This agenda item is for informational purposes only, no action required.
BACKGROUND / ANALYSIS
Construction activities continue for the Sterling Natural Resource Center. Since the
project is using the progressive design-build model, construction continues while design
efforts reach their final stages. These complex activities take place in a collaborative
team environment with the project partners. Significant construction continues
throughout the project area ranging from highly technical equipment installation to
pouring asphalt. Construction on site of the Weaver Basin continues with electrical and
pipe work. Final design and agency coordination for the pipeline alignment leading to
the new Weaver Recharge Basins is underway.
Efforts continue to work through the various regulatory approvals, working closely with
the State Water Resources Control Board, Southern California Edison, South Coast Air
Quality Management District, CalTrans, Metropolitan Water District, Regional Water
Quality Control Board, and the cities of Highland and San Bernardino. This is an
ongoing process in tandem with the construction effort.
The District continues to provide information through website content, social media
posts, and bill inserts. Additional outreach is being sent bi-monthly to residents living in
the vicinity of the sites. Additionally, outreach in preparation for the July grand opening
celebration is being distributed.
AGENCY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
I - Implement Effective Solutions Through Visionary Leadership
A. Identify Opportunities to Optimize Natural Resources
II - Maintain a Commitment To Sustainability, Transparency, and Accountability
D. Provide Quality Information to Encourage Community Engagement
FISCAL IMPACT
Agenda Item #3 June 9, 20222
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Agenda Item #3
Informational Item
There is no fiscal impact associated with this agenda item.
Respectfully submitted:
________________
Kelly Malloy
Director of Strategic Services
ATTACHMENTS
SNRC Presentation
Legislative and Public Outreach Committee
SNRC Construction Update
June 9, 2022
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STERLING NATURAL RESOURCE
CENTER
•Center will treat up to 8 million gallons of
water per day and recharge the local
groundwater basin
•Team Sterling is working through the final
stages of construction
•Installation of furniture currently
underway
•Operations anticipated to begin in 2022
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FACILITY PAVING
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AERATION BASINS & MEMBRANE BIOREACTORS (MBR)
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OFF-SPEC BASIN TESTING
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PIPEWORK CATEGORIZATION
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OPERATIONS BUILDING
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LANDSCAPING
•Facility will provide over 204,000 square
feet of new outdoor space
•249 trees are being planted to create
cleaner air for the community through
carbon reduction
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ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING
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ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING
Customer Service Counters
Workstations
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OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS
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SNRC FUNDED IN PART BY:
Funding for this Sterling Natural Resource Center project has been provided in full or in part by the Proposition 1 –the Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2021 and the Clean Water State
Revolving Fund through an agreement with the State Water Resources Control Board. California’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund is capitalized through a variety of funding sources, including grands from the
United States Environmental Protection Agency and state bond proceeds.
The Urban Greening Program is part of California Climate Investments, a statewide program that puts billions of cap-and-trade dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy and
improving public health and the environment –particularly the disadvantaged communities. The cap-and-trade program also creates a financial incentive for industries to invest in clean technologies and develop
innovative ways to reduce pollution. California Climate Investment projects include affordable housing, renewable energy, public transportation, zero emission vehicles, environmental restoration, more sustainable
agriculture, recycling and much more. At least 35 percent of these investments are made in disadvantaged and low-income communities. For more information, visit California Climate Investments.
REGIONAL RECYCLED WATER SYSTEM: WEAVER BASIN
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WEAVER BASIN
CONSTRUCTION
•A new groundwater recharge facility for
water produced from the SNRC and the
City of San Bernardino Water Department
•Valley District facility consisting of six
basins for groundwater replenishment
•Trenching currently underway for facility
electrical controls
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WEAVER BASIN CONSTRUCTION
DISCUSSION
Agenda Item #4 June 9, 20221
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Agenda Item #4
Informational Item
Regular Meeting
TO: Committee Members
FROM: Kelly Malloy, Director of Strategic Services
SUBJECT: Legislative Update
RECOMMENDATION
This agenda item is for informational purposes only, no action required.
BACKGROUND / ANALYSIS
District staff together with legislative advocates are monitoring this year's legislative
session and the upcoming deadline to pass a budget by June 15, 2022. With 2021
legislation focused upon water affordability and quality, this year’s session has focused
on regulatory initiatives including conservation, drought preparedness, and water policy
efforts.
Staff are monitoring over forty unique pieces of legislation including the following:
AB 1944; Local government: open and public meetings
AB 2142; Income taxes exclusion: turf replacement water conservation program
AB 2451; State Water Resources Control Board: drought planning
SB 892; Cybersecurity preparedness: water and wastewater systems
SB 1157; Urban water use objectives: indoor residential water use
Together with CMUA, WaterReuse, and ACWA, District staff are actively participating in
working groups and advocating the District's position. Engagement with the
organizations continue to provide a channel to voice positions on proposed legislation,
learn about industry coalitions, and partner with neighboring districts on legislative
positions.
Over the past quarter, the California (State) has identified a $100 billion budget surplus,
which will provide increased funding opportunities for initiatives and programs. The
State will work to pass a baseline budget, as required through the State constitution,
followed by multiple trailer bills allocating the surplus. Through announcements made
by the Governor, some of the expected plans for the surplus funding includes initiatives
to combat inflation with a proposed $18.1 billion program and directives for climate,
energy, and water investments. Staff are actively following the budgetary developments
and conversations occurring across the State in this legislation session.
Finally, State leadership is actively discussing regulatory enhancements regarding
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Agenda Item #4
Informational Item
California’s drought. Staff are engaging in discussions and communicating the District’s
water supply position and advocating for local solutions. The District will continue to
take an active role in the evolving legislative and regulatory drought requirements.
AGENCY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
I - Implement Effective Solutions Through Visionary Leadership
C. Strengthen Regional, State and National Partnerships
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this agenda item.
Respectfully submitted:
________________
Kelly Malloy
Director of Strategic Services
ATTACHMENTS
Presentation
Legislative and Public Outreach Committee
Legislative Update
June 9, 2022
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TRACKING AND MONITORING
Bill District Position
AB 1944; Local government: open and public meetings Watch
AB 2142; Income tax exclusion: turf replacement water conservation program Support
AB 2451; State Water Resources Control Board: drought planning Oppose
SB 892; Cybersecurity preparedness: water and wastewater systems Oppose
SB 1157; Urban water use objectives: indoor residential water use Oppose
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SELECT FUNDING PRIORITIES
•Focus on budget action and
regulatory investments
•State required to pass
budget by June 15, 2022
•Estimated $100 billion
budget surplus
•Funding focus on climate,
education, sustainability,
and infrastructure
Arrearage
SupportInflation Relief
Water
Infrastructure Drought
Resiliency
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LOOKING AHEAD
•State focus on climate change,
emission reduction, and becoming
carbon neutral
•Drought regulations and State
oversight
•Indoor usage reductions
•Statewide rebates programs
•Standardization of water
management
DISCUSSION