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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 10/26/1981 EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT REGULAR MEETING~ OCTOBER 26, 1981 MINUTES The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Dennis L. Johnson. President Johnson also led the flag salute. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Dennis L. Johnson, President; Gerald W. Stoops, Vice- President; Directors Philip A. Disch, Harold V. Kelvington, Glenn R. Lightfoot ABSENT: None CONSULTANTS: Attorney Robert J. Farrell STAFF: Edward C. Jakowczyk, General Manager; Larry W. Rowe, Assistant General Manager/Engineer; Lawrence Nutcher, Auditor-Treasurer; Bonnie R. Eastwood, Secretary GUESTS: Richard Rodriquez; Scouts and Scoutmasters: Ernie Frye, Gary Schnider, Robert Wilson, Brent Balzer, George Munoz, David Wilson, Harold Whitehead, Ernest Frye, III, Ernest Fren, Jr., Garth Mackzum, Brian Thies, Paul Reisch MINUTES The following corrections were made to the October 16, 1981 Board Minutes: (1) Under heading Mentone Dam, it was indicated that a draft had been approved by the Board in opposition to the Mentone Dam; (2) Re Water Rights Update, indicated that Pres. Johnson had voted "Yes" on the roll call vote; (3) that the title AW-WA Legislative Alert be changed to Special District By-Laws; (4) that Director Kelvington's expenses be changed to $100. M/S/C (StooDs-Disch) that the Minutes of October 16, 1981 be approved as corrected. SCOUT TROOP 38 - ST. ANNE'S CHURCH Director Disch introduced Scoutmaster Frye from the St. Anne's Church, Scout Troop 38. Scoutmaster Gary Schnider was also introduced. It was stated the troop was working on their communication Merit Badge towards an Eagle Scout Rank. President Johnson briefly explained the basic functions of the Water District Board of Directors. ME~TTONE DAM The General Manager indicated a meeting had been held on Wednesday with the Corps of Engineers relative to the Mentone Dam. He indicated that the message to the Corps from those present at the meeting was that they are not satisfied with the studies made by the Corp. The -1- 10/26/81 Corps indicated they did not have money to carry on with additional meetings at this time, therefore, it is uncertain when another meeting will be held with them. They are hoping to get funding so meetings can continue in the not too distant future. The General Manager also stated a meeting had been held with Congressman George Brown regarding the Dam. He agreed to review information relative to the Dam and respond to it. Congressman Brown felt tha~rar~ County. is not particularly concerned with the method used for flood control, as long as they are afforded adequate protection. President Johnson asked Engineer Rowe to explain the San Bernardino water basin and the reasoning behind building the proposed Mentone Dam. Engineer Rowe drew a diagram of the basin on the board and explained to those present the disadvantages of the Mentone Dam being built on the proposed site, i.e., one being the possibility of destroying the water supply to this valley. MEETING WITH ATTORNEY DENSLOW GREEN The General Manager indicated a meeting had been held with Attorney Denslow Green at which time various matters were addressed. He stated that upon direction from the Board the matter of a water rights study by Joe Rowe was discussed. Attorney Green indicated it would be a very beneficial study for the Board. It was recommended that the survey proceed with Attorney Green collaborating with Joe Rowe on the project. Joe Rowe will furnish a report indicating the scope of work involved and cost. The Riverside Export Agreement was discussed. It was stated that Attorney Green will prepare two agreements for selling water to Riverside. A meeting was held Priday with San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District at which time ~ they indicated they wanted to go ahead with the agreements, however, they will wait to hear from Attorney Green. Delivery of water by virtue of the District's North Fork water stock was discussed. It was determined Attorney Green will contact the Bear VaLley legal ~ representative and advise them the District is going to take delivery of water for domestic use. He will work with their attorney to arrange for water delivery starting January 1, 1982. Regarding the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant, Attorney Green indicated the District has an agreement with the City for capacity in the PSA Wastewater system, however, there is no agreement as to assets in the plant. According to Attorney Green we are a contractor for capacity only in the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant. Engineer Rowe explained the various types of water agencies to the guests and the General Manager reviewed the reasons for possibly exporting water to Riverside. FINANCE COMMITTEE The Finance Committee rm~t with Ken Patterson to discuss items relative to the annual audit. A discussion was also held regarding the payment of sewer capacity.fees for connection permits issued prior to the latest Joint Powers Agreement Amendment with the City of San Bernardino. The ordinanc~ presently states sewer permits are valid for six months. A discussion was held relative to charging capacity fees to those individuals that have paid their sewer fees, but have not connected at this time. Attorney Farrell stated in his opinion the individuals ~ that have paid connection fees should be given credit for those fees, but would be requested to pay the additional fees for the sewer capacity 10/26/81 -2- charge. In the future the ordinance will be strictly enforced. No action taken at this time. MERIT INCREASE - MICHAEL REARDON A merit increase was recommended by the Personnel Committee for Michael Reardon from 27D $6.17/hr to 28D $6.45/hr, effective Nov. 2, 1981. M/S/C (Stoops-Lightfoot) that the merit increase recommended for Michael Reardon be approved. It was pointed out that the staff in making recommendations should be certain recommendations for merit raises are substantially justified. STEP RAISE - GORDON GRANT A step raise was recommended by the Personnel Committee for Gordon Grant from 27D $6.17/hr to 27E $6.45/hr, effective November 2, 1981. PUBLIC RELATIONS PROGRAM - RICHARD RODRIQUEZ Richard Rodriquez was present to discuss with the Board the possibility of preparing a public relations program for the District. The Board discussed the type of programs they felt could be effective. Cost of a program was discussed, as well as various methods of communicating with the public. It was determined that an outline of programs that could be prepared, as well as the cost factor, would be presented to the Board at the next meeting by the Public Relations Committee. The Public Relations Committee will meet with Mr. Rodriquez on Friday, October 30, 1981 to idiscuss a definite program and costs. CALIFORNIA WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT MAPS The Western Water Education Foundation indicated they have requests for water maps. They indicated for maps in quantities of 50 or more they would reproduce the maps with the District's name and address in the corner for $2.50 each, plus tax. They would also distribute them to the various institutions requesting such maps. M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that fifty maps be ordered at a cost of $125.00; that the District would then distribute the maps to all private and public schools within the District boundaries. The maps will be shipped to the District by CWRA. SENATE COMMITTEE PUBLIC HEARINGS RE WATERMASTER SERVICES AND GROUND- WATER RESOURCES A hearing has been scheduled relative to Groundwater Resources Management in San Diego, December 8, 1981 for the purpose of allowing individuals to present their views before the Senate Committee. It was determined it would be in the District's best interest to write to the Committee at this time, rather than attend the hearing. The proposed bill has been requested for further review. -3- 10/26/81 AMERICAN INTERSTATE WEATHER MODIFICATION SEMINAR, NOV. 2, 1981 The General Manager indicated an American Interstate Weather Modification Seminar is being held November 2,3, & 4, 1981 in Scottsdale, Arizona. It was requested that he and the Assistant General Manager be authorized to attend the meeting on November 3rd. They would go over in the morning and return that evening. The matter was discussed briefly. An update on the program was given. M/S/C (Stoops-Lightfoot) that the General Manager and Assistant General Manager be authorized to attend the Weather Modification Seminar in Scottsdale, Ariz. on November 3, 1981. SEWER CAPACITY CHARGE A discussion ensued relative to the Sewer Capacity Charge and the six month limit given to individuals paying sewer charges. It was determined the matter should be referred to the Sewer Committee. M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that the matter of sewer connection fees be referred to the Sewer Committee with a report to be made on December 14, 1981. RESOLUTION 1981.70 - RESOLUTION OF APPLICATION BY CAVERNING BODY OF PUBLIC ENTITY, ANNEXATION 1981-8, ROENE HEINER, 8125 TIPPECANOE, SAN BERNARDINO, CA was presented to the Board for approval. M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that Resolution 1981.70 be approved as submitted. ROLL CALL: AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Kelvington, Stoops, Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: None RESOLUTION 1981.71 - A RESOLUTION OF THE EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT PURSUANT TO SENATE BILL 180, ANNEXATION NO~ 1981- 8, ROENE HEINER, 8125 TIPPECANOE, SAN BERNARDINO, CA was presented to the Board for approval. M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that Resolution 1981.71 be approved as submitted. ROLL CALL: AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Kelvington, Stoops, Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: None RESOLUTION 1981.72 - AUTHORIZATION FOR SIGNATURE CARDS, BANK OF CALIFORNIA M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that authorization be made for signing of signature cards for Bank of California. -4- 10/26/81 ROLL CALL: AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Kelvington, Stoops, Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: None RESOLUTION 1981.73 - RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION FOR JOSEP~ MUJICA UPON RETIREMENT was presented to the Board for approval. M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that Resolution 1981.73 be approved as presented; that the Resolution be properly framed and presented to Mr. Mujica. ROLL CALL: AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Kelvington, Stoops, Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: None EMPLOYEES' RECOGNITION DINNER, DECEMBER 12, 1981, PHIL'S RESTAURANT It was noted the employees' recognition dinner will be held December 12, 1981 at Phil's Restaurant in Redlands. M/S/C (StooD-Kelvington) that $300 be authorized for the employees' recognition dinner. Director Disch opposed the motion. WARRANTS General 8525-8567 $119,235.37 P/R 5453-5487 $14,921.49 Total $134,156.86 A discussion was held relative to the use of blanket purchase orders by District employees. It was determined any purchase of equipment and supplies will be requested through the Auditor prior to purchase. M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that all future purchases by any employee must first be approved by the supervisor with the request then being submitted to Larry Rowe by all field and engineering employees and to Lawrence Nutcher by all office employees. If either Mr. Rowe or Mr. Nutcher is absent, then aoproval will be made by the General Manager. DIRECTOR LIGHTFOOT'S FEES AND EXPENSES Director Lightfoot reported his fees and expenses as $150. M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that Director Lightfoot's expenses and fees be approved as submitted. 1981 AUDIT REPORTS The General Manager presented the Board with the 1981 Audit Report for their review and comments. The matter will be discussed at the next Board Meeting. --5-- 10/26/81 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m ~ Bonnie R. Eastwood, Secretary Dennis L. Johnson, President 10/26/81 -6-