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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 05/24/1982 EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT REGULAR MEETING MAY 24, 1982 MINUTES The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by President Dennis L. Johnson. General Manager Jakowczyk led the flag salute. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Dennis L. Johnson, President; Gerald W. Stoops, Vice- President; Directors Philip A. Disch, Steven Beightler ABSENT: Director Glenn Lightfoot STAFF: Edward C. Jakowczyk, General Manager; Larry Rowe, Assist. General Manager/Engineer; Lawrence Nutcher, Auditor-Treasurer; Bonnie R. Eastwood, Secretary; Sandy Shepherd, Engineering Sec. GUESTS: Robert J. Farrell, Jan Sears from the Sun, John Lightburn MINUTES OF MAY 10, 1982 M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that the Minutes of May 10, 1982 be approved as submitted. PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION 1982.23 TO ATTORNEY ROBERT J. FARRELL UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE DISTRICT AFTER 17 YEARS OF SERVICE Resolution 1982.23 was presented to Attorney Farrell by the Board in appreciation for his services to the District. His years of conscientious service and dedication to the District as legal counsel were recognized by the Board and staff. M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that Resolution 1982.23 be approved as presented. REPORT ON EXCHANGE COMMITTEE MEETING HELD MAY 13, 1982 The General Manager reviewed a meeting held by the Santa Ana Management Committee on May 13, 1982. He indicated the Diversion Agreement which has been signed by various water agencies was discussed. It was pointed out that Yucaipa would be the first recipient of State water through the Diversion Agreement. A discussion was held regarding the rising water problems on South "E" Street. It was determined a longer look would be made before an immediate cessation of spreading would be made if suggested again. Installation of a 42" water main crossing the Santa Ana River by San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District was reviewed. Redlands will benefit from this line by enabling them to take state project water about August of this year. Engineer Rowe stated the District is exercising all their water rights for its own uses with SBVMWD performing via the agreement. It was noted that Plant 11 was started last week and Plant 40 was renovated for use. It appears -1- 5/24/82 the District is in very good shape this year for pumping water during the peak periods this summer. Information only. AWWA CONFERENCE, MIAMI, MAY 16-20, 1982 Reports on the AWWA Conference were tabled until the June 14, 1982 Board Meeting. MENTONE DAM The General Manager reviewed a meeting held with Riverside, Orange and San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors, Mr. Gianelli, Assistant Secretary of the Army and Colonel Taylor from the Corps. Mr. Gianelli stated the price tag at this point is for a Cadillac and the available funds will only pay for a Ford. Therefore, the Corps has been directed to redesign the flood control project according to available funds, which could eliminate the Mentone Dam. Engineer Rowe indicated everyone was pleased that the ~eople in Washington had given a straight mandate to the Corps. It was noted that flood Drotection is necessary, however, something other than Mentone Dam should be considered. RESOLUTION 1982.20 - AUTHORIZATION FOR PRESIDENT AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE THE SANTA ANA MILL CREEK DIVERSION AGREEMENT It was noted that Attorney Brunick had recommended the District execute the Santa Ana Mill Creek Diversion Agreement between San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District and Southern California Edison. M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that Resolution 1982.20 be approved based on the opinion of legal counsel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Directors Disch, Beightler, Stoops, Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: Director Lightfoot APPROVAL OF NOTICE OF DETERMINATION, RESERVOIR 2, AT PLANT 39 A negative declaration was approved and posted, as well as filed with the County Clerk. The Board approved the project - Reservoir 2, at Plant 39. There was no one present to present their views on the proposed project. A Notice of Determination will be filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino and posted in the District Office. M/S/C (Disch-StooDs) that the Notice of Determination be approved and filed with the County Clerk. REQUEST TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR 1.5 MG RESERVOIR PLANT 39 A discussion was held relative to the opening of bids for the 1.5 MG reservoir at Plant 39. It was determined they would be opened at the District Office at the June 14th Board Meeting. Director Disch indicated he would like all bids opened at Board Meetings. M/S/C (Stoops-Beightler) that that the Board authorize staff to 5/24/82 -2- call for bids on the 1.5 mg reservoir at Plant 39; that bids be opened at the June 14th Board Meeting at the District Office. DISPOSITION OF EMPLOYEE KEYSTONE FUNDS M/S/C (Disch-Beightler) that the disposition of Keystone funds be tabled until a written statement is received from the requesting employee. RESOLUTION 1982.24 NOTICE OF COMPLETION, WELL 125, MCCALLA BROTHERS M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that Resolution 1982.24 be approved as submitted. ROLL CALL VOTE AYES: Directors Disch, Beightler, Stoops, Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: Director Lightfoot TOUR OF SANTA ANA CANYON It was noted that Horace Hinckley, General Manager of Bear Valley Mutual Water Company, is conducting an annual tour of the Santa Ana Canyon. Directors, attorneys, engineers and other interested persons were invited to attend. It will be conducted on May 26th at 8:30 a.m. WARRANTS Payroll 5985 to 6019 $15,217.56 General 9493-9593 $178,567.75 Total $193,785.31 M/S/C (Disch-StooDs) that the warrants be aDproved as submitted. ASSEMBLY BILLS 2740 AND 2715 Attorney Brunick has presented the Board with his recommendations on AB 2740 and AB 2715. After discussing his recommendations the following action was taken. M/S/C (Disch-Stoops) that the Board go on record as oDposing AB 2740; that staff write a letter stating the Board's opposition to legislators and Bob Beckus. M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that the Board oppose AB 2715 as it presently stands; that 4/5th of both Boards or the electorate be provided the opportunity to vote for or against any proposed merger for consolidation. FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR APRIL M/S/C (Disch-Beightler) that the financial reports for April be accepted as presented. RESIGNATION BY RONALD YOUNG The General ManaGer read a resignation submitted by Ronald Young. Such resignation is effective May 28, 1982. -3- 5/24/82 LOW PRESSURE, CARRIAGE HILL AREA President Johnson indicated he had a report of low pressure in the Carriage Hills area and requested staff to investigate the matter. STAN WASSENAAR, 9626 BROWNING ROAD ~ Mr. Wassenaar had paid his monies for water service and inquired as to the date it could be installed. It was determined it would be approximately two weeks, due to scheduling of crews. PATTON HOSPITAL TIE-IN CONNECTION The Patton HosDital tie-in connection was reviewed. It appears the project will be finished on June 10, 1982. An update will be made at the next Board Meeting. CLOSED SESSIONcalled at 6:45 p.m. to discuss personnel and contractual matters upon motion by Director Stoops, seconded by Director Disch. REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED AT 7:20 P.M. RICHARD RODRIQUEZ, PUBLIC RELATIONS CONTRACT It was determined the public relations contract with Richard Rodriquez be tabled until June 7, 1982. M/S/C (Disch-StooDs) that the public relations Drogram to be submitted by Richard Rodriquez be tabled until June 7, 1982. EMPLOYEE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that the amendment to the employees Memorandum of Understanding dated June 22, 1981 become effective June 26, 1982 and continue through June 30, 1984; that the President and Secretary be authorized to execute the amendment on behalf of the Board. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Directors Disch, Beightler, Stoops, Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: Director Lightfoot ACWA CONFERENCE IN LOS ANGELES The General Manager indicated he and the Secretary had attended the ACWA Conference in Los Angeles. They had attended the legal affairs, countv water districts and public relations sections of the conference. It was discussed briefly. RICHARD LAMB, 5402 ELMWOOD ROAD The Secretary read a letter from Richard Lamb which expressed his appreciation of District services and the $10 deposit received after ~ being with the District ten years. The Board appreciated receiving the letter. --4-- 5/24/82 AW-WA CONFERENCE REPORT It was determined twenty minutes will be provided for each person that attended the AWWA Conference to qive a report at the next Board MeetinG. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 7:30 Dennis B. Johnson, Pres£dent -5- 5/24/82