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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 08/08/1977 0 749 EAST SAN BE~NARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT REGULAR BOARD ~ETING AUGUST 3, 1977 MINUTES The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m., President Philip A. Disch led the flag salute. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Philip A. Disch, President; O.A. Wall, Vice-President; Directors Norman W. Forrest, Dennis Johnson, Gerald W. Stoops ABSENT: None CONSULTANTS: Robert J. Farrell, Legal Counsel; John Dahlke, Consult- ing Engineer STAFF: Harold M. Fones, General Manager; Kenneth O. Sorensen, Auditor-Treasurer; Bonnie R. Eastwood, Secretary GUESTS: Rick Doremus MINUTES M/S/C (Forrest - Stoops) that the Minutes of July 25, 1977 be approved as submitted. Director Disch abstained from voting. SEWER COMMITTEE REPORT - MEETING WITH DEVELOPERS The General Manager reported the Sewer Committee had met with John Stubblefield, Developer, and it was agreed public hearings should be held regarding the proposed sewer connection charge increase. It was directed that figures be compiled relative to the proposed in- crease. The Sewer Committee will meet to determine dates for public hearings. FLUORIDE REPORT PLANT 39 The General Manager reported that although there was one test at Plant 39 which reflected a 3.25 ppm in fluorides, further tests taken the rest of the week did not exceed .99 ppm. Therefore, it was con- cluded the test was in fact a faulty one. Adjustments were made at other plants to help~alleviate any future problems. After reviewing other tests, the General Manager stated the Public Health Department accepted the explanation given re the faulty test. Information only. MAILGtLAM RE AB 337 - WATER CONTRACTS President Disch reviewed a mailgram which he had sent to Senator Ayala re AB 337. It stated the District strongly opposes AB 337. ACWA had requested the District to contact Senator Ayala stating their views. RICK DOREMUS, RE WATER SERVICE TO TRACT 9059 Mr. Doremus was present and requested alternative action by the Board in order to obtain water service to Tract 9059 immediately. Due to drought problems the pump company supplying the temporary booster pumps has been unable to provide the necessary equipment, therefore, the Dis- trict is unable to meet their schedule to provide domestic water at the pressures and volume to meet Code requirements using the hydro- system at Plant 54. Alternate methods were discussed. However, it was finally determined Mr. Doremus would contact the pump company in Texas and inquire as to the earliest possible delivery date. If any changes in the equipment is considered, in order to expedite delivery, the General Manager is to be contacted. Mr. Doremus will contact the Gen- eral Manager Tuesday morning regarding his conversation with the pump company. Every effort will be made to supply water at the earliest possible date to Tract 9059. -1- 8/8/77 0 750 CORRESPONDENCE FROM SENATOR STULL RE SB 97 - WATER RESERVATION Correspondence had been received from Senator Stull thanking the Board for their letter expressing opposition to SB 97. Informa- tion only. RESOLUTION 1977.52 - REQUESTING TERMINATION OF SOCIAL SECURITY AGREEMENT The Auditor-Treasurer presented Resolution 1977.52, Requesting Termination of the Social Security (Old Age, Survivors, Disability, and Health Insurance) Agreement Between the East San Bernardino County Water District and the State of california, to the Board for approval. It was directed that all District employees be made fully aware of all the ramifications in regards to the termlnatlo of the Social Security program during the next two years. M/S/C (Stoops - Wall) that Resolution 1977.52 be approved as pre- sented; that the Secretary be authorized and directed to notify the Board of Administration of the Public Employees' Retirement System of termination of the Social Security Agreement, effective Sept. 30, 1979. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Directors Disch, Johnson, Stoops, Wall NOES: Director Forrest ABSENT: None RESOLUTION 1977.53 - BANK DEPOSITOR AGREEMENT - PASSBOOK SA~INGS. The Auditor presented Resolution 1977.53, Bank Depositor Agreement, for passbook savings, to the Board for approval and signature. M/S/C (Wall - Johnson) that Resolution 1977.53 be approved as submitted. BOB TEE, TRACT 9915, CHURCH AND CYPRESS The General Manager indicated Bob Tee had requested sewer service for Tract 9915, however, it is against District policy to provide sewer service only in subdivisions. The General Manager recommended the matter be tabled until futher information is obtained regarding negotiations for acquisition of Southern California Water Company. M/S/C (Stoops - Wall) that the matter of sewer service only to Tract 9915 be tabled, upon recommendation of the General Manager, until the August 22, 1977 Board Meeting. TERRILL SPOOR, 6559 MONTE VISTA DRIVE, RE WATER PRESSURE PROBLEMS The General Manager presented the Board with a report submitted by the District Engineering Section regarding Mr. Spoor's complaint relative to low water pressure and rusty water. The problem has been resolved. It was determined a faulty meter was causing the low water pressure and District crews have been instructed to flush the fire hydrants after any breakdown in the hydrosystem. Information only. STATE LOAN REPORT The General Manager reported the District is presently number fifty- eight on the State Loan eligibility list. He indicated a design is .., being considered and he anticipates meeting with CM Engineering con- cerning the entire State loan package. Information only. CSDA CONFERENCE AND SECRETARIAT SEMINAR, SEPTEMBER 21-23, 1977 The CSDA Conference and Secretariat Seminar will be held September 21-23, 1977 at the Buena Park Convention Center in Buena Park, Calif. After discussion, it was M/S/C (Forrest - Stoops) that any Board Member, or staff member designated by the General Manager, be authorized to attend the CSDA Conference or Secretariat Seminar on September 21-23, 1977. -2- 8/8/77 0£751 RESOLUTION TO NEGOTIATE WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WATER COMPANY INDICATING THE DISTRICT BOARD HAS RESOLVED TO PROCEED WITH CONDEMNA- TION PROCEEDINGS IN THE EVENT NEGOTIATIONS FAIL The General Manager stated Mr. C.L. Stuart, Vice-President of Southern California Water Company, had called and requested the Board to con- sider negotiations for acquisition of Southern California Water Company and condemnation proceedings in the event negotiations fail. Mr. Stuart also informed the General Manager the City of San Bernardino would have a similar item on their agenda. After considerable discus- sion, it was M/S/C ( Stoops - Forrest) that Attorney Farrell be authorized to prepare a resolution for the District to proceed with negotiations to acquire Southern California Water Company. In the event negotia- tions fail, condemnation proceedings would be implemented. SEWER SERVICE REQUEST, K & B DEVELOPERS, NORTH OF EAST HIGHLAND AVENUE, WEST OF CHURCH STREET The General Manager stated K & B Developers had requested sewer ser- vice for approximately 40 acres north of East Highland Avenue and West of Church Street. After discussing the matter, it was determin- ed it would not be feasible at this time to provide sewer service to the area. Alternatives to the request would be a joint venture with the District, or possibly contacting other developers in the area and obt&ining a commitment large enough to justify the District's expendi- ture of funds. It was determined the General Manager would write a letter to Mr. Bates of K & B Developers informing him at the present time sewer service to the area is not feasible, however, it might be in three or four years. SPECIAL DISTRICTS MEETING, AUGUST 15, 1977, GOLDEN EHBERS RESTAURANT, RIALTO Director Forrest indicated the Special District's Meeting will be held August 15, 1977 at the Golden Embers Restaurant in Rialto, The guest speaker will be Walter Pudinski. WARRANTS Gen. 1278 - $134,911.28 M/S/C (Forrest - Johnson) that the war~ants be approved as presented. DIRECTOR'S EXPENSES FOR JULY The following expenses were declared by the Directors for the month of July: Forrest $230.10; Disch $142.25; Stoops $150.00; Johnson $100; Wall $273.10 M/S/C (Forrest - Stoops) that the Director's expenses be approved as presented. SENATE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT - 35 - ASSEMBLYMAN JERRY LEWIS Correspondence had been received from Assemblyman Jerry Lewis re the District's opposition to SCA 35, since it would restrict the District's ability to borrow money. It was determined ACWA and CSDA are also opposing this legislation. Information only. AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDER FOR INSTALLATION OF 16" WATER MAIN - STUBBLEFIELD MOBILE HOME PARK The General Manager indicated a letter had been received from John Stubblefield requesting a 16" water main installation be made in about two weeks in order to facilitate their paving project in the Mobile Home Park. In view of the time limitation, the General Mana- ger recommended that a purchase order be authorized by the Board to have the 16" water main installed, since it would cost less than $15,000. It was determined at least three quotations would be re- quested from contractors. -3- 8/8/77 0£?52 M/S/C (Stoops - Forrest) that upon the General Manager's recom- mendation a purchase order be authorized for installation of a 16" water main, after negotiations with at least three contractors. That the Board be informed of the results of the negotiations at the August 22, 1977 Board Meeting. CALIFORNIA WATER RESOURCE CONFERENCE Director Forrest reported on the California Water Resource'Confer- ence held in Coronado. He stated discussions were held relative to SB 346, bills relating to solar energy use, the 92-500 Law, as well as other water related subjects. Information only. FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR JULY The Auditor presented the Financial Statement for July. It was reviewed by staff and the Board. No action taken. SAN BERNARDINO VALLEY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT - 208 PLANNING STUDY The General Manager briefly reviewed the current status of the 208 Planning Study for sewage treatment in the Santa Ana Basin. He in- dicated San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District would do the administrative work and a consulting engineer would be selected by the.~Advisory Committee to study the outfall line. Information only. SECRETARY WORKSHOP - UNIVERSITY OF RIVERSIDE, AUGUST 12, 1977 The General Manager indicated a Secretary Workshop is being held at the University of Riverside, August 12, 1977 and recommended the District Secretary attend. M/S/C (Forrest - Wall) that Bonnie Eastwood, Secretary, be authorized to attend the Secretary Workshop at University of River- side, August 12, 1977. SEWER CONNECTIONS IN REGARDS TO DEBT RATIO The Auditor was requested to determine the number of sewer connections necessary each year to meet the District's debt ratio. ADJOUP~NMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. B6nnie R. Eastwood, Secretary ~hilip ~. Dis~ch, President -4- 8/8/77