HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 11/09/1981 EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 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: Steve Beightler, Director-elect; Richard Rodriquez,
Ken Patterson
MINUTES
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that the Minutes of October 26, 1981 be approved.
1981 AUDIT REPORT REVIEW
Ken Patterson, from Eadie & Payne was present to review the 1981 Audit
Report and Management Letter with the Board and staff. He submitted
a comprehensive written report to the Board in order to point out more
exactly the financial position of the District. He noted the bond
ratio requirements had been met. After reviewing the report, Mr.
Patterson suggested that the Board meet in a workshop session and
review the present position of the District with the 1981 budget, as
well as review the operation and capital expenses for the ensuing year.
He also advised the Board to consider having the general ledger put
on the computer for more up-to-date information on the financial
position of the District. Projections for capital outlay should also
be made. The Management Letter was discussed briefly. It was determined
each item would be given a priority with a projected date for completion.
This would also be discussed at the workshop. A workshop will be held
December 5th at 7 a.m.
M/S/C (Lightfoot-Stoops) that staff present the Board with a detailed
outline re a timetable for completing the items outlined in the Management
Letter and the progress being made at this time; after the items are
discussed at the workshop, a detailed list will be reviewed each month
as to progress of the items until they are completed.
MENTONE DAM
It was determined that the Mentone Dam will be discussed at the MAC
meeting scheduled for November 10th. A meeting had been held with
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Senator Ayala last week at which time the impact of the Mentone Dam
on the quality and quantity of water in the basin were discussed.
Senator Ayala indicated he is very interested in the facts and figures
regarding the Mentone Dam. He also suggested that the possibility
of water coming from Northern California is very slim, that every
effort should be made to maintain any water supply in this area.
Meetings are also being scheduled with Jerry Lewis and various
supervisors later this month, as well as in December. Director Stoops
indicated he will be in Washington D.C. during the early part of
December. He will deliver information to Assemblyman Lewis relative
to the Mentone Dam, if an appointment can be scheduled.
M/S/C (Disch-Kelvington) that Director Stoops be authorized to meet
with Assemblyman Lewis, if a meeting can be arranged, to present him
with appropriate information regarding the Mentone Dam for his review
and consideration; as well as attempt to firm up another meeting with
Assemblyman Lewis and the Board later in the month.
SEWER COMMITTEE
The Sewer Committee had met to discuss sewer connection charges for
sewer projects. It was determined that all sewer permits issued prior
to theadoption of the Joint Powers Agreement would be extended 30
days, however, any permits not used at the end of the 30 days will
be cancelled. Fees paid on permits which have been cancelled will
not be refunded. All connections made will be subject to the $330
facility charge, assessed by the Wastewater Treatment Authority. An
ordinance will be prepared stating that in the event work is not
commenced and completed within one year from the date of issuance,
the permit shall become void. No further work shall be commenced or
completed until new fees are paid and a new permit issued. No refund
of fees paid on the expired permit shall be made. The sewer permit
will reflect these changes. Drafts of the changes were given to
Directors for their review and consideration.
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that the recommendations made by the Sewer
Committee be approved. That letters be mailed to all persons with
outstanding sewer permit requests, return receipt requested.
RESOLUTION 1981.74 - RESOLUTION OF APPLICATION BY GOVERNING BODY OF
PUBLIC ENTITY, ANNEXATION 1981-9, FIELD AND FORD PROPERTIES, 27437
E. FIFTH STREET, HIGHLAND, CA, was presented to the Board for approval.
M/S/C (Kelvington-Lightfoot) That Resolution 1981.74 be
approved as submitted.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Kelvington, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION 1981.75 - A RESOLUTION OF THE EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
WATER DISTRICT PURSUANT TO SENATE BILL 180, ANNEXATION NO. 1981-9,
REGARDING DISTRIBUTION OF AD VALOREM TAXES, FIELD AND FORD PROPERTIES,
27437 E. FIFTH STREET, HIGHLAND, CA was presented to the Board for
approval.
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M/S/C (Kelvington-Lightfoot) that Resolution 1981.75 be approved
as submitted.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Kelvington, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ACWA DUES FOR 1982 - $2400
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that the ACWA dues in the amount of $2400 for
1982 be approved for payment.
ASSOCIATION OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING, NOV.
16, 1981, AT GREENTREE INN, VICTORVILLE was announced. The Christmas
Party was also discussed. The Party will be December 7, 1981 at the
E1 Rancho Verde County Club in Rialto.
WARRANTS
Gen. 8568-8585 $7,897.62 P/R 5488 $37.85 P/R 5489-5522 $14,409.02
Total 22,306.04
M/S/C (Lightfoot-Disch) that the warrants be approved as submitted.
AUTHORIZATION TO DISPOSE OF OBSOLETE PIPE AND SEPARATORS will be
discussed at the November 23rd Board Meeting. No action taken.
COMPARISON BETWEEN '79, '80 and '81 AUDIT REPORTS will be discussed
at the November 23rd Board Meeting. No action taken.
DIRECTOR'S FEES AND EXPENSES
The following fees and expenses were reported: Director Disch $150;
Director Lightfoot $150; Director Kelvington $150; Director Stoops
$290.72; Director Johnson $150.
M/S/C (Disch-Lightfoot) that the Director's fees and expenses be
approved as submitted.
ELECTION PROCEDURES FOR COUNTY WATER DISTRICT SECTION AT ACWA CONFERENCE
Information had been received relative to election procedures for the
County Water District Section at the ACWA Conference.
M/S/C (Disch-Lightfoot) that Director Stoops' name be presented
to the nominating committee for consideration as a director on the
County Water District Section Board.
Director Stoops abstained from the vote.
REQUEST FOR SEWER CHARGE CONSIDERATION BY CIVITAN LITTLE LEAGUE
A memo was read to the Board relative to a request by the Civitan
Little League for relief from sewer charges from July thru January,
since they do not use water other than for irrigation purposes during
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that time. The matter will be discussed at the November 23rd Board
Meeting after further information is obtained.
PUBLIC RELATIONS PROGRAM - RICHARD RODRIQUEZ
Mr. Rodriquez addressed the Board relative to his preparing a public
relations program for the District. He is attempting to prepare a
slide presentation that can be used by staff or the Directors to be
used for public relations purposes. He is also considering various
handouts. Mr. Rodriquez indicated he would bring a proposal back to
the Board at the November 23rd Board meeting which would include a
realistic program and documented costs.
M/S/C (Stoo~s-Lightfoot) that the Board authorize Mr. Rodriquez
to proceed with the program and bring a cost breakdown of his proposed
program to the Board on November 23, 1981.
ANNEXATION WORKSHOP, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS, NOVEMBER 10, 1981
It was noted the Board of Supervisors will be holding an annexation
workshop relative to East San Bernardino, Highland and the DelRosa
area on November 10, 1981 at 2 p.m. Board Members were encouraged
to attend the meeting if possible.
CLOSED SESSION CALLED AT 8:55 P.M.
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that a closed session be called
at 8:55 p.m. to discuss litigation and personnel matters.
REGULAR SESSION RESUMED AT 9:14 P.M.
GENERAL MANAGER APPOINTMENT
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that due to outstanding performance Mr. Edward
Jakowczyk be appointed as the General Manager of the District; that
he be granted the same cost-of-living increase as all other employees;
that the increase be retroactive to September
RESOLUTION 1981.76 - A RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION OF SERVICES PERFORMED
BY HAROLD V. KELVINGTON was presented to the Board for aDproval.
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that Resolution 1981.76 be approved as read.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: Director Kelvington
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
D Johnson, President
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