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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - EVWD Board of Directors - 11/28/1977 EAST SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY WATER DISTRICT REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 28, 1977 MINUTES The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. President o. A. Wall led the flag salute. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: O.A. Wall, President; Dennis Johnson, Vice-President, Philip A. Disch, Gerald Stoops ABSENT: Norman W. Forrest CONSULTANTS: Robert J. Farrell, Legal Counsel; John Dahlke, Consulting Engineer STAFF: Harold M. Fones, General Manager; Kenneth O. Sorensen, Auditor-Treasurer; Bonnie R. Eastwood, Secretary GUESTS: Olen Jones, Exec. Asst. to City Council; Councilman Richard Gerwig; Property owners from Havasu Court area; Bruce T. Ferris and Leroy DiPasquale represent- atives of the Indian Health Service; John Stubblefield and Rae Ringle WATER PRESSURE CHANGE - HAVASU COURT AND MIRADA STREET Property owners from the Havasu Court, Mirada Street area were present regarding a water pressure change. Several tests had been made by the District, as well as water meters changed on several properties. It was determined the average water pressure on properties tested was 55 to 59 pounds. There did not appear to be any problems in the District lines. Some problems were detected in the pressure regulators. The General Manager suggested in such cases they be cleaned and adjusted. It also appeared that modi- fications in the water lines had taken place on some of the properties. After comments were made by various property owners, and other interested parties, several alternative methods were reviewed in order to restore some water pressure. It was determined that further study would be made and a meeting held with three property owners and Councilman Gerwig to discuss an alternative solution for a possible increase in the pressure. M/S/C (Stoops - Johnson) that the matter be referred to the Water Committee; that such Committee will meet with Councilman Gerwig and three property owners on Thursday, December 1, 1977 at 4 P. M. A recommendation will be made by the Water Committee to the Board on December 12, 1977. PATTON STATE HOSPITAL The General Manager indicated he had received a letter from Mr. Haynie of Patton State Hospital regarding acquisition of water shares. Mr. Haynie stated Patton Hospital did not at this time want to sell any of their water stock. They would, however, be willing to sell any surplus water from their shares in Bear Valley Mutual and North Fork Water Company. Information only. RAE RINGLE, 7166 BANGOR STREET - SEWER LINE PROBLEM Mrs. Ringle stated to the Board she had been experiencing sewer problems for the past four years. That in the past two years, 1. 11/28/77 she has had to have her sewer line cleaned about every six months. It was determined the problem was between the property line and the center of the street or the sewer main. The General Manager in- dicated this portion of the line is private property and the responsibility of the property owner to maintain. Attorney Farrell indicated that in the event the District attempted to repair or replace a line such as this, it would be a gift of public funds. Alternative methods were suggested to Mrs. Ringle. It was determined it is not the responsibility of the District to service or investigate the cause of the problem that Mrs. Ringle described to the Board, since the portion of the line which apparently is causing the problem is private property. SEWER AND WATER REQUEST - SAN MANUAL INDIAN RESERVATION Mr. Bruce Ferris and Mr. Leroy DiPasquale, representatives of the Indian Health Service were present and requested water and sewer service for the San Manual Indian Reservation. Service is available to properties presently on the reservation. The General Manager indicated there is no problem with sewer service and it can be provided. There is a problem with water in that there is a difference in fire protection standards. HUD would allow 250 gallons per minute for minimum fire protection, and the District's minimum is 1000 gallons per minute. Mr. Ferris indicated they would provide a pumping plant and a 30,000 gallon reservoir, however, they want the District to maintain and operate it. The General Manager felt it should be designed by District standards if the District will be maintaining and operating it. After discussing the proposal submitted by Mr. Ferris, and the District's ability to provide service, it was determined the previous agreement with the Indian Service be reviewed and a similar agreement drawn up to accommodate their proposal for water and sewer service. The Staff will attempt to draft a cost estimate to meet their standards for a proposed water system. A meeting is scheduled for December 8, 1977; the Finance Committee will meet with the Indian Health Service representatives. M/S/C (Stoops - Johnson) that the matter be referred to the Finance Committee to set up a proposal for water and sewer service for the San Manual Indian Reservation. HEARING DATE - CONNECTION FEE REVISION Director Stoops stated he felt a hearing date should be set for public participation regarding a possible District connection fee revision. After discussion, it was M/S/C (Stoops - Disch) that the District post a Notice of Public Hearing regarding a sewer connection revision; that the public hearing be held January 30, 1978 at 7 P.M. at the District Office. AUDIT COMMITTEE REPORT President Wall gave a report on a meeting held by the Audit Committee. It was requested that the Auditor obtain copies of the Public Safety Authority audit report and the City of San Bernardino Water Depart- ment audit report; that the Auditor attend the City of San Bernardino Water Department Board Meetings; that ordinances be amended to cover cost indexes; that Staff review working capital; that the general ledger be put on the computer; that Staff make a study of all charges that might be indexed. The General Manager stated Herb Wessel and Margaret Chandler will be guests at the December 12, 1977 Board Meeting. Information only; no action taken. 2. 11/28/1977 RESOLUTION 1977.70 - ANNEXATION 1977-9 - JOHN DUCKWORTH Resolution 1977.70, Annexation 1977-9, Resolution of Application by Governing Body of Public Entity, John E. Duckworth, 3850 Atlantic Avenue, Highland, was presented for adoption. M/S/C (Stoops - Johnson) that Resolution 1977.70 be' adopted as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Disch, Johnson, Stoops, Wall NOES: None ABSENT: Forrest RESOLUTION 1977.71 - ANNEXATION 1977-10 - RALPH GRILL ~ Resolution 1977.71, Annexation 1977-10, Resolution of Application by Governing Body of Public Entity, Ralph and Elvira Grill, 26666-72 East Third Street, Highland, was presented for adoption. M/S/C (Disch - Stoops) that Resolution 1977.71 be adopted as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Disch, Johnson, Stoops, Wall NOES: None ABSENT: Forrest RESOLUTION 1977.72 - ANNEXATION 1977-14 - WILLIAM O. & CHARLINE A. HUBBS Resolution 1977.72, Annexation 1977-14, Resolution of Application by William O. and Charline A. Hubbs, Portion East 1/2 Section 2 T1N, R3W, East Highlands was presented for adoption. M/S/C (Stoops Johnson) that Resolution 1977.72 be adopted as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: DiSch, Johnson, Stoops, Wall w NOES: None ABSENT: Forrest RESOLUTION 1977.73 - ANNEXATION 1977-3, WAYNE E. ARNOLD, NELSON B. REAMES AND CARMEN L. REAMES Resolution 1977.72, Resolution Making Determinations, Ordering Annexation of Territory, Establishing Terms and Conditions of Annexation and Describing Exterior Boundaries of Territory Annexed - Annexation 1977-3, Wayne Arnold, Nelson B. Reames and Carmen L. Reames, Portion Section 1/2 N.W. 1/4, Section 29, T1N, R3W, SBBM, San Bernardino was presented for adoption. M/S/C (Stoops - Disch) that Resolution 1977.72 be adopted as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Disch, Johnson, Stoops, Wall NOES: None ABSENT: Forrest RESOLUTION 1977.76 - ACCEPTING DEDICATION OF SEWERS IN TRACT 9059 Resolution 1977.76, Accepting Dedication of Sewers within Tract 9059 ~ was presented for approval. The project was completed November 11, 1977. M/S/C (Disch - Stoops) that Resolution 1977.76 be approved as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: 3. 11/28/1977 AYES: Disch, Johnson, Stoops, Wall NOES: None ABSENT: Forrest SEWER SERVICE - HOLLY CIRCLE DRIVE - TRACT 9621 The General Manager indicated Mr. Widmeyer had stated he would post a $35,000 bond for providing sewer service to Tract 9621. The Auditor is preparing an agreement which will provide for re- imbursements to Mr. Widmeyer for hook-ups to the sewer line after it has been installed. The General Manager requested authorization for CM Engineering to design the off-site sewer for Tract 9621. M/S/C (Johnson - Disch) that CM Engineering be authorized to proceed with the sewer design of off-site sewers for Tract 9621. WARRANTS Warrants - 1694 1790 $149,981.62 were presented for approval. M/S/C (Stoops - Johnson) that the warrants be approved as presented. TRACT 9594 - HENRY GUERTH The General Manager stated Mr. Guerth had presented him with a map to Tract 9594 about six months ago that had a sewer design which did not meet Public Health standards. Mr. Guerth has now resubmitted plans that will meet Public Health standards. The pipe will be capped with cement and reinforced steel. The sewer laterals will be cast iron. The problem with the design was that the existing sewer was not seven feet deep, however, with the redesign meeting Public Health standards, the General Manager recommended approval of the deviation. After discussion, the General Manager was requested to check with the Public Health Department and determine whether there was not an even better way, which would eliminate disturbing the present sewage main, which could cause leaks. M/S/C (Stoops - Disch) that the General Manager's recommendation to deviate from the seven foot cover on the sewer main in Tract 9594 be approved, since Mr. Guerth has brought his sewer design up to Public Health standards. ELECTRIC SERVICE TO PLANT 99 The General Manager indicated he had talked with Southern California Edison Company regarding electrical service to Plant 99. Plant 99 is outside the underground zone, however, after discussion it was agreed to put the conduit underground for various reasons. Southern California Edison Company has agreed that if the District will dig the trench, they will lay the cable and duct. It will cost the District approximately $6,000. M/S/C (Disch - Johnson) that authorization be made for approximately $6,000.00 as recommended by the General Manager, to dig a trench for electrical service to Plant 99 which will enable SO. Cal. Edison Company to lay conduits for underground cable. QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT The Auditor provided the Board with a quarterly financial report. The Board felt it was very good. The Auditor reviewed various parts of the report with the Board Members. It also showed a comparison of the First Quarter Fiscal Year of 1976 and 1977. 11/28/1977 WELLS AVAILABLE WITHIN THE DISTRICT A discussion ensued regarding various wells that might be available within the District which would cut energy consumption, if they could be used. The possibility of abandoning the well at Fisher and Del Rosa Avenue was also discussed. It was pointed out that more shrubbery is needed around some of the facilities currently in use. This will keep the well sites from becoming an eye sore. It was suggested that an automatic sprinkler be installed wherever possible. NOTICE OF FILING APPLICATION FOR RATE INCREASE BY SO. CALIF. EDISON Director Johnson presented a Notice of Filing Application for Rate Increase by Southern California Edison Company to Directors for their information and review. RESOLUTION COMMENDING PHILIP A. DISCH FOR SERVICE AS PRESIDENT M/S/C (Stoops - Johnson) that a resolution be prepared commending Philip A. Disch for his service as President of the Board of Directors for the past two years; that the resolution be suitably framed. Director Disch abstained from the vote. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:40 P. M. 'Bonnie R. Eastwood, Secretary O. A. Wall, President 11/28/1977