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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 06/07/1982 EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT NOTICE OF SPECIAL M~ETING JUNE 7, 1982 A Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of the East San Bernardino County Water District has been scheduled for 5:30 p.m., June 7, 1982, at the District Office, 1155 Del Rosa Avenue, San Bernardino, CA. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss: (1)Public Relations Program - Richard Rodri~uez, Workshop session to review District Policy, Procedures, and current Position of the District with New District Counsel, William Brunick; Resol. 1982.25-Grant of Lien,8177 Whitlock; Resol. 1982.26 Grant of Lien,Stan Wassenaar, Browning Road. AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING Notice of Meeting of the Board of Directors of the East San Bernardino County Water District. Bonnie R. Eastwood, being first duly sworn, deposes and says: That she is and at all times herein mentioned was the duly quali- fied Secretarv of the Board of Directors of the East San Bernardino County Water District, san Bernardino Countv, California; and that she caused to be posted on or near the door of the meeting place of the Board of Directors of said District a cody of the Notice of a scheduled Special Board Meeting of the Board of Directors of the East San Bernardino County Water District. Said posting was commenced on May 26, 1982 and remained posted to the time o~ the meeting, said meeting being June 7, 1982, 5:30 p.m. Bonnie R. ~o~d~, Secretary Board of Directors Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of , 1982. Notary Public in and for the State of California EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT SPECIAL MEETING JUNE 7, 1982 MINUTES The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by President Dennis L. Johnson. Director Lightfoot led the flag salute. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Dennis L. Johnson, President; Gerald W. Stoops, Vice- President; Directors Philip A. Disch, Glenn R. Lightfoot ABSENT: Director Steven Beightler CONSULTANTS: Attorney William Brunick, Cynthia Ludvigsen STAFF: Edward C. Jakowczyk, General Manager; Larry Rowe, Asst. General Manager/Engineer; Lawrence Nutcher, Auditor Treasurer; Bonnie R. Eastwood, Secretary PUBLIC RELATIONS PROGRAM - RICHARD RODRIQUEZ The public relations program contract between Richard Rodriquez and the District was discussed. Mr. Rodriquez had agreed to comDlete a slide presentation for the District by April 3, 1982 for the sum of $7,500. However, at this point in time only the slides have been delivered. Mr. Rodriquez has been contacted several times and agreed to present a finished product, however, to date he has failed to do so. M/S/C (Stoops-Lightfoot) that the public relations contract with Richard Rodriquez be cancelled. The motion was unanimous. DIRECTOR BEIGHTLER ARRIVED AT THE MEETING AT 5:40 p.m. He abstained from the vote. M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that the Board authorize the General Manager to write a letter to Richard Rodriquez indicating that the Board expects him to return $1000 of the monies advanced to him; that he also be informed that his contract is cancelled. The slides will become the property of the District. RESOLUTION 1982.25 - ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT OF LIEN, ESTHER REYES, 8177 WHITLOCK was presented to the Board for approval. M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that Resolution 1982.25 be apuroved as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Directors Disch, Beightler, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: None -1- 6/7/82 RESOLUTION 1982.26 - ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT OF LIEN, STAN WASSENAAR, 6926 BROWNING ROAD, HIGHLAND was Dresented to the Board for approval in the amount of $3,900, as amended. M/S/C (Stoops-Disch) that Resolution 1982.26 be aDDroved as submitted. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Directors Disch, Beightler, Lightfoot, Stoops, Johnson NOES: None ABSENT: None HEART BAR LAND AND CATTLE CO. REQUEST FOR CITY CREEK WATER The matter was not discussed, President Johnson indicated he would call a water and sewer committee meeting. GENERAL DISCUSSION TOPICS An outline of topics for discussion was presented to the Board and Attorney Brunick by the General Manager. Attorney Brunick commented on each item listed. Concern Re Legal Implications - Attorney Brunick indicated that a Company this size should deDend on its own judgment, rather than depend heavily on legal assistance for all items. He stated he would let the District know when legal assistance is required. Labor Relations - It was noted the District needs to have their employee relations and personnel rules codified. Procedures should be prepared and made a part of the District's rules and regulations. Legal Liability - Insurance coverage should be very carefully studied to be sure the District has adequate coverage. Concern with Gifts of Public Funds - One item that Attornev Brunick touched on was extending credit to ~ constituents, i.e. grant of liens for water and/or sewer service. The matter will be discussed further by the Finance Committee. Staff and Management Legal Umbrella - There is very little immunity from liability suits. There is total responsibility, particularly in inspections. The only protection that exists is through the District's insurance Drogram. District Water Code - Attorney Brunick indicated that other than being familiar with the water code and government code, interpretation should be handled by legal counsel. The Board's position is to set policy, management and legal counsel to implement policy. Preservation of District Records - Attorney Brunick indicated he felt records such as water production, interest in property, water stock, acquisition of water companies should be kept permanently. The matter will be pursued further. Water Rights - Regarding the question of water rights, Attorney Brunick's feeling is that you use water for its highest and best use. Past history indicates the records for the preceding five years would be used to determine consumption. Reasons for using water acquired by virtue of water stock was discussed in some detail. DIRECTOR STOOPS LEFT THE MEETING AT 6:30 P.M. It was pointed out by Engineer Rowe that District water has been re- evaluated. A request will be made to the North Fork Water Company to identify the quality of rights for their water. A park and recreation Drogram was discussed. Discussion on an equal vote for management of ~ the basin was discussed. 6/7/82 -2- ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m. uDon motion by Director Disch. Dennis L. Johnson, President -3- 6/7/82