HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 03/08/1982 EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING MARCH 8, 1982
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by President Dennis L.
Johnson. He also led the flag salute.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Dennis L. Johnson, President; Gerald W. Stoops, Vice-
President; Directors Philip A. Disch, Glenn R.
Lightfoot
ABSENT: Steven Beightler
CONSULTANTS: Attorney Robert J. Farrell
STAFF: Edward C. Jakowczyk, General Manager; Lawrence
Nutcher, Auditor-Treasurer; Larry W. Rowe, Asst.
General Manager/Engineer; Bonnie R. Eastwood,
Secretary
GUESTS: John Lightburn; Barry DeVries, David Turner, John
Dahlke
MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 22, 1982
M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that the Minutes of February 22, 1982 be
approved as submitted.
BARRY DEVRIES, 5635 BLYTHE AVENUE, HIGH WATER BILL
Mr. DeVries was present to discuss his last water bill which was $106.
He compared his billings, since August 1979. The current bill appeared
to be about five times as high as those of comparable dates in the
past. Various reasons for the high water consumption was discussed
by the Board and Mr. DeVries. There did not appear to be any reason
for the high consumption. Mr. DeVries stated that he had dealt with
several District employees and found them outstanding in their
dealing with him. He was very impressed with the service.
M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that Mr. DeVries' bill be averaged for a
comparable period since August 1979 and billed accordingly; the rate
would be calculated at the effective rate during that period of time.
PROPOSED RESERVOIR AT PLANT 37
John Dahlke, Consulting Engineer, was present to give the present
status of the proposed reservoir at Plant 37. He indicated that
Pioneer Consultants detected a splinter fault directly under the
proposed site for the new reservoir. Therefore, the bids were
recalled because the reservoir could not be located on the site. It
appears that the fault line is also under the southwest portion of
the present tank. Mr. Dahlke pointed out on a map the fault lines
and tank sites. Engineer Larry Rowe indicated that the monies available
from Security Pacific Bank were to be dispersed by June 30th, however,
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Mr. Gene Woods from Security Pacific Bank indicated that an extension
could be made at the existing interest rate for twelve months.
M/S/C (Stoops-Lightfoot) that the District request a twelve month
extension from Security Pacific Bank on the existing lease program.
Relocation of the proposed reservoir was discussed in detail. Staff
requested authorization to investigate additional sites for two new
reservoirs, one at an elevation of 1520 ft. and another on at 1690
ft.
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that staff be authorized to proceed with plans
for installation of a new reservoir at the Plant 39 site.
M/S/C (Stoops-Lightfoot) that staff be authorized to proceed with
a land survey for obtaining two additional reservoir sites.
CLOSED SESSION
M/S/C (Lightfoot-Disch) that the Board go into closed session to
discuss personnel matters at 6:20 p.m.
BOARD RESUMED REGULAR SESSION
M/S/C (Stoops-Lightfoot) that the Board resume regular session
a% 7:10 p.m.
ACCEPTANCE OF CLASSIFICATION STUDY AND SALARY SURVEY
M/S/C (Lightfoot-Stoops) that the Board accept the classification
study and salary survey as submitted by Quantum & Associates.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson
NOES: Director Disch
ABSENT: Director Beightler
REQUEST FOR EADIE & PAYNE TO CONDUCT ANNUAL AUDIT
The General Manager indicated he had set a budget for $9,000 for
conducting the annual audit.
M/S/C (Stoops-Lightfoot) that the budgeted amount be accepted for
the annual audit; that a letter be sent to Eadie & Payne requesting
they conduct the annual audit; that all consent items be approved.
ASSOCIATION OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING, MARCH
15, 1982, MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT, DISTRICT HOSTING
CORRESPONDENCE FROM OLIVER ROEMER, WEST S.B. COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
RE SPECIAL DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVE ON LAFC BOARD
CORRESPONDENCE FROM JERRY LEWIS RE MENTONE DAM
CORRESPONDENCE FROM BIG BEAR CITY COMMUNITY SERVICE DISTRICT RE ROBERT
E. OLSON AS AN ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE ON THE LAFC BOARD
MENTONE DAM
The General Manager indicated that S.B. Valley Municipal Water District
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had called a special meeting to discuss the impact of the Mentone
Dam on the Santa Ana River water basin. Water attorneys were present
to present their views on the matter. It was determined that a
California caucus would be held March 24th in Washington D.C.; that
the matter would be presented to the House of Representatives and
the Senate for consideration on March 25th. It was determined that
staff arrange a conference call with Jerry Lewis to discuss the matter
prior to the presentations in Washington D.C. It was also requested
that Ronald Robie be contacted to determine the Water Commission's
position on the matter.
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that staff be authorized to prepare a written
presentation to be used in Washington D.C. before the California
Caucus, in the event it can be presented; that arrangements be made
at this time for Engineer Rowe to attend the hearings in the event
the matter 'can be presented.
PATTON HOSPITAL
The General Manager indicated that the agreement with Patton State
Hospital had been signed and is in Sacramento for signatures. The
stock certificates were to be made available to the District this
week. The General Manager indicated he would follow up on the matter
at the end of the week if they have not arrived.
RESOLUTION 1982.3 - ACCEPTING GRANT OF LIEN, LUIS GUERRERO, NORBERTA
GUERRERO AND FELIPE GUERRERO, 7023 PERRIS HILL ROAD, S.B., $1,000
was presented to the Board for approval.
M/S/C (Lightfoot-Stoops) that Resolution 1982.3 be accepted.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Director Beightler
INSTALLATION OF WATER MAIN AT CHURCH AND WATER STREETS
Engineer Rowe indicated that District crews will install water mains
in Church and Water Streets. Johns Manville indicated they would
give a 90 day deferral on payments of material. The project will
begin during the middle of March and be completed by April 1st.
WELL 125
Engineer Rowe indicated that because Well 125 had gained additional
pumping capacity the pump control value had to be changed. McCalla
Brothers have installed a larger pump. They only charged the difference
in price between the one already installed and the new one. Information
only.
SOUTH S.B. COUNTY WATER DISTRICT REQUEST FOR SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
Engineer Rowe indicated that the District has two pieces of equipment,
an 18,000 gallon tank, with no value other than scrap and a Buda engine
pump and drive, which is being declared surplus. South S.B. Co. Water
District would like to purchase the surplus equipment. McCalla Brothers
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will ~rovide a cost for the pump.
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that staff be authorized to dispose of the
surplus equipment as outlined, upon acquisition of appraisal prices.
AWWA CONFERENCE, LONG BEACH, APRIL 16, 1982
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that any Director, the General Manager and/or
one additional staff member be authorized to attend the AWWA Conference
in Long Beach.
AGREEMENT ~OR EMERGENCY CONNECTION ON SIXTH STREET, RIVERSIDE PUBLIC
UTILITY DEPARTMENT
M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that the agreement as presented by Riverside
Public utility Department for an emergency connection to District
facilities on Sixth Street be approved.
M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that Resolution 1982.13 Authorizing Execution
of the Agreement for emergency connection between the District and
Riverside Public Utility Department be approved.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Director Beightler
LOWER POSTAL RATES BY PRE-SORTING
The Auditor indicated staff is investigating the possibility of mailing
District billings out at a lower rate by pre-sorting according to
zip code. The envelopes would have to be stamped pre-sorted and a
method for presorting by zip code by computer be developed. The
postage would decrease from 20¢ to 17¢, with an annual savings of
approximately $2,500. Information only.
RESOLUTION 1982.14 - ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT OF LIEN, STAN WASSENAAR, 6926
BROWNING ROAD, HIGHLAND, $4,827.42, TWO YEAR LIEN was presented to
the Board for approval.
M/S/C (Lightfoot-Disch)that Resolution 1982.14 be approved as
presented.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Director Beightler
WARRANTS
Gen. 9132-9178 $190,520.47 P/R 5774-5809 $15,140.65 Total $205,661.12
M/S/C (Disch-Lightfoot) that the warrants be approved as submitted.
The Auditor indicated that Check 9134 had been voided and replaced
with check 9914.
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DIRECTOR'S FEES AND EXPENSES
The following fees and expenses were reported:
Disch, $370; Lightfoot $395; Stoops $532.80; Johnson $150
M/S/C (Disch-Lightfoot) that Director's expenses and fees be
approved as submitted.
CORRESPONDENCE FROM LEONARD MALIN RE LAFC REPRESENTATIVE APPOINTMENT
Information only.
AUTHORIZATION TO DESTROY MICROFILMED RECORDS - CASH LISTS & TRIAL
BALANCES was requested.
M/S/C (Lightfoot-Disch) that the records be destroyed as outlined.
RESOLUTION 1982.15 - AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT WITH STORM
MINICK REGARDING PLACEMENT OF BEE HIVES AT CITY CREEK AND PLANT lu8
M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that Resolution 1982.15 be approved as
submitted.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Directors Disch, Lightfoot, Stoops
NOES: None
ABSENT: Director Beightler
ABSTAIN: Director Johnson
CHECKS RECEIVED FROM INSURANCE CARRIER FOR THEFT IN BACK YARD
The Auditor indicated that partial payment in the amount of $3,612.92
had been received for theft of District tools, etc. that had been
stolen. Information only.
FOOT PATROL OF DISTRICT FACILITIES
The General Manager indicated that a roving foot patrol service will
be hired for random checks on District properties and facilities at
a cost of $250 per month.
PROPOSED SEWER SERVICE FEE INCREASE BY CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
It was noted that Don Rogers and District staff will attend the
hearing for the proposed sewer fee increase on March 15th by the City
of San Bernardino.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR PUBLIC MEMBER ON LAFC BOARD
It was noted that a newspaper advertisement was in the Sun for
candidates {o serve as the public member on the LAFC Board. Information
only.
REPORT ON PUBLIC RELATIONS
It was requested that a report be made at the next Board Meeting by
Bonnie Eastwood regarding public relation matters handled in the past
few weeks.
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LAND DEVELOPMENT IN THE CITY CREEK AREA
It was noted that Attorney Farrell is researching riparian water rights
on land being developed in the City Creek area by Warner Hodgdon.
A report will be made after the title insurance company has research
the property.
SALE OF $100,000 CD'S
President Johnson indicated he had authorized staff not to sell $100,000
worth of CD's in view of the fact that penalties would be very high
and $60,000 worth of fees were received which had not been anticipated
that was used to Day outstanding debts.
TREE FUND MONIES
It was noted that President Johnson will turn his expense and fee
monies over to the Natural Beauty Program, up to a maximum of $1,000.
ADJOURNMENT
Ther~being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:20
p.m.'!ll
Dennis L. Johnson, President
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