HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 11/23/1981 EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 23, 1981
AGENDA
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; Director Philip A. Disch
ABSENT: Harold V. Kelvington, Glenn R. Lightfoot
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: Steven Beightter, Donald Rosenberg, Richard Rodriquez
RECLASSIFICATION OF DAVID HERNANDEZ, UTILITY CREWMAN III SEWER CREW
LEADMAN
It was recommended by staff that David Hernandez be reclassified as
Utility Crewman III Leadman, effective November 30, 1981 with a pay
range of 28C $6.17 per hour. It was further recommended he serve
a 6 month probation period.
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that the recommendation for reclassification
of David Hernandez be approved as submitted.
GLENN LIGHTPOOT ARRIVED AT 7:04 P.M.
OATH OF OFFICE ADMINISTERED TO THREE DIRECTORS
The Secretary administered the Oath of Office to three directors:
Philip A. Disch, Glenn R. Lightfoot and Steven Beightler. With the
members of the Board of Directors officially installed, the President
indicated the meeting would proceed.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT OF VOTES CAST
The B0ard had been presented with a Certificate of Registrar of Voters
indicating that pursuant to the provisions of Section 23550 of the
California Elections Code, a canvass of the votes for the November
3, 1981 election was made.
M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that the Official Statement of Votes case
be accepted as submitted by the Registrar of Voters Office.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson
NOES: None
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MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 9, 1981 BOARD MEETING
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PROPOSAL FOR CONSULTING ENGINEERING~ERVICES .... WATERSHE AND WATER
QUALITY SURVEY OF CITY CREEK, SAN BERNARDINO
Mr. Donald Rosenberg was present to discuss his proposal for a Watershed
and Water Quality Survey of City Creek, as an alternative supply of
domestic water and as a means of generating power. A sanitary survey
will be needed to evaluate the probable water quality relative to
physical, chemical and bacteriological criteria in order to obtain
a water supply permit, a study, which will be required by the State
Health Department. The study will also provide the necessary data
to evaluate the potability, palatability, treatability and reliability
of the source. After reviewing the proposal it was determined staff
would seek two more proposals for the work. Fees for the work proposed
by Donald Rosenberg would be approximately $8,700.
M/S/C (Disch-Lightfoot) that the matter be referred to the water
and sewer committee with no action being taken until December 14th.
M/S/C (Disch-Lightfoot) that staff be authorized to search out
two additional engineering firms for proposals.
PUBLIC RELATIONS PROGRAM
Mr. Richard Rodriquez was present to present an agreement to cooperate
and compensate for his services as a public relations consultant for
the District. He reviewed the agreement which outlined his duties
or functions in this capacity for the District. He requested $25
per hour for a minimum of 200 hours during the~period begining December
1, 1981 through March 31, 1982, in addition to expenses related to
the completion of the tasks outlined, provided expenses not exceed
$2,500. A contact person would be assigned as well as a steering
committee. The matter was discussed at some length by the Board and
Mr. Rodriquez.
M/S/C (Lightfoot-Stoops) that the Board be authorized to enter
into an agreement with Richard Rodriquez to accomplish the goals
outlined in his letter.
Director Disch voted no because he is not convinced that any public
relation program does the job which we think it does.
MENTONE DAM
The General Manager indicated he and the Assistant General Manager
would be meeting with the Corp of Engineers on December 15, 1981 at
9:30 a.m. in Los Angeles regarding detailed hydrological information
which they have in their files. Mr. Rowe indicated he had spoke at
a meeting of the Inland Action group on November 17th. The presentation
was very well received and appeared to have enlightened the group
considerably. It was noted that on CBS television a program was
being presented entitled "Damming of America". It will be at 7:00
p.m. each evening this week.
ANNEXATIONS IN EAST SAN BERNARDINO
The General Manager noted that the LAFC Board had heard and taken
action on annexations in East San Bernardino in the morning, rather
than afternoon as outlined in their agenda. However, when staff at
LAFC was asked why, it appears their counsel indicated they can take
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the items on their agenda in any order they desire, and take action
when they desire. Inforamtion only.
RIVERSIDE EXPORT PROGRAM
The General Manager indicated Denslow Green is sending a marketing
agreement to the Board for consideration. Therefore, the matter was
deferred until the December 14th Board Meeting.
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING DOCUMENTATION
The General Manager indicated that staff had not completed the
information necessary for the consultant to proceed completely,
therefore, the program will be completed by December 31, 1981.
REQUEST FOR RELIEF OF SEWER CHARGES BY CIVITAN LITTLE LEAGUE
The Auditor indicated the Civitan Little League sewer charges are
based on a residental flat rate of $5.30 per month. Therefore, it
was the recommendation of staff that the request for relief of paying
sewer charges for the months the League is not active be denied. It
was noted that the General Manager would contact the President of
the League and explain to him that the Board could not set such a
precedent, which could be construed as a gift of public funds. Also,
that they are receiving service for the very least charge possible
at this time.
M/S/C (Stoops-Lightfoot) that the General Manager contact the
President of the League and personally explain to him that the Board
regretfully rejected their request for relief of sewer charges.
RESOLUTION 1981.77 - A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT MAKING DETERMINATIONS,
ORDERING ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY, ESTABLISHING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
OF ANNEXATION AND DESCRIBING EXTERIOR BOUNDARY ANNEXED - ANNEXATION
1981-6 PHILLIP M. WOOD AND RITA WOOD, 7140 CONEJO, SAN BERNARDINO,
CA was presented to the Board for approval.
M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that Resolution 1981.77 be approved as
submitted.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Director Kelvington
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NATURAL BEAUTY PROGRAM was presented to
the Board for their review and information.
LOCATING BEES AT DISTRICT PLANTS
Director Disch indicated a request had been made by a.beekeeper to
put bees on District property where room was available. However,
after discussing the matter it was determined they might possibly
be put in the City Creek area, not close to any of the plants. The
person desiring to place the bees will contact the Assistant General
Manager.
DIRECTOR'S FEES & EXPENSES
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Director Kelvington was not present to review his expenses and fees
with the Board. He will be contacted by staff to submit the information.
ANNUAL DUES CALIFORNIA SPECIAL DISTRICT ASSOCIATION $1,100
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that the annual dues in the amount of $1,100
be authorized for payment to the California Special District Association.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION FEE FOR LABOR RELATIONS INFORMATION SERVICE $120
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that the annual subscription fees for the
Labor Relations Information Service in the amount of $120 be authorized
for payment.
ORDINANCE 323 - ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 66, ARTICLE IX,
PERMITS AND FEES, SECTION 164 THEREOF was presented to the Board for
approval.
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that Ordinance 323 be approved as submitted.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Director Kelvington
DISPOSAL OF OBSOLETE PIPE, SEPARATORS, ETC. will be discussed at the
December 14th Board Meeting.
COMPARISON BETWEEN '79, '80, '81 AUDIT REPORTS will be discussed at
the December 14th Board Meeting.
WARRANTS
Gen. 8586-8720 $297,307.86 P/R 5523-5557 $15,140.90 Total $312,448.76
M/S/C (Stoops-Lightfoot) that the warrants be approved as submitted.
REPORT ON ACWA CONFERENCE, MONTEREY, NOVEMBER 18-20, 1981
Larry Rowe reported on the ACWA Fall Conference held in Monterey on
November 18-20, 1981. He reviewed the various meeting he had attended
and provided the Board with a comprehensive overview of the conference.
SPECIAL WORKSHOP SESSION
A discussion ensued regarding the Board and staff holding a special
workshop type meeting in which to discuss clear and concise concepts
of the District's future operations, as well as an indepth attempt
at planning the next six months. The financial position and other
pertinent subjects will be discussed during the meeting. Staff will
provide the Board with a list of subjects to be discussed. The meeting
will be held the 2nd or 3rd weekend in January in Victorville.
M/S/C (Stoops-Lightfoot) that the Secretary be authorized to
schedule a meeting on January 9th and 10th or January 16th and 17th
in Victorville; that the program committee be comprised of Director
Lightfoot, the General Manager, the Assistant General Manager and
Secretary.
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Director Disch voted "no". He felt it could be held in the District
Office.
WELL 125
Engineer Rowe indicated that Well 125 is scheduled to start up on
Tuesday, November 24, 1981 and run through Wednesday. Bacteria samples
will be taken. It is anticipated it will be put into the District's
system next Tuesday or Wednesday. It will start out pumping about
3,000 gpm.
WORKMAN'S COMPENSATION REFUND CHECK, $13,864.97
The Auditor stated the District had received a check in the amount
of $13,864.97 from the Workman's Compensation Board. This refund
is based on the injury rate for the past year. He indicated there
had been eight claims.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 9:35
to 4:00 p.m. on November 30, 1981.
Bonnie R. Eastwood, Secretary
Dennis L. Johnson, President
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