CONTRA COSTA WATER DISTRICT

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

REGULAR MEETING

December 19, 2007

 

MINUTES

 

 

CALL TO ORDER 

 

President Campbell called to order a regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Contra Costa Water District at 6:30 p.m., at 1331 Concord Avenue, Concord, the regular meeting place of the Board.

 

ROLL CALL

 

            Directors Present:                      Joseph L. Campbell, President

                                                            Elizabeth R. Anello, Vice President

                                                            John A. Burgh

                                                            Bette Boatmun

                                                            Karl L. Wandry

            General Manager:                       Walter J. Bishop

            Legal Counsel:                           Robert B. Maddow

            District Secretary:                      Sharon L. Burris

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

Special Projects Manager Marguerite Naillon led the Pledge of Allegiance. 

 

ADOPTION OF AGENDA

 

Mr. Bishop reported that there was a minor change to Agenda Item No. 3 – Adopt Resolution No. 07-32 authorizing the execution of non-exclusive perpetual easements to the City of Brentwood for the installation, operation and maintenance of the widening of Sand Creek Road, utilities and a recreational trail.   The word “perpetual” was removed from the resolution and recommended action. 

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

 

President Campbell asked if there were any public comments.  There were no public comments.

 

CONSENT

 

1.         Approve Directors’ Services/Business and Travel Expenses

            a.   Expenses – November         

 

2.         Approve the warrant register dated December 20, 2007.

 

3.         Adopt Resolution No. 07-32 authorizing the execution of non-exclusive easements to the City of Brentwood for the installation, operation and maintenance of the widening of Sand Creek Road, utilities and a recreational trail.

 

4.         Adopt Resolution No. 07-33 authorizing acceptance of a non-exclusive water pipeline easement from Contra Costa County.  

 

5.         Approve an Operations Agreement between the Contra Costa Water District and East Bay Municipal Utility District for the wheeling of water through the Contra Costa Water District-East Bay Municipal Utility District Interconnection Facility. 

 

6.         Authorize the purchase of replacement desktop computer systems from Dell Direct Government Sales in an amount not to exceed $68,000, including sales tax and shipping.

 

7.         Authorize execution of a Streambed Alteration Agreement with the California Department of Fish and Game for the Alternative Intake Project and issuance of Letters of Credit as required by the Agreement.

 

8.         Award of Contract – Bollman Water Treatment Plant Hypochlorite Tanks Rehabilitation

            a.   Authorize a transfer of $62,000 from the FY08 Treated Water Reliability Improvement Program budget to the FY08 Water Treatment Plant Improvements budget; and

            b.   Authorize execution of a contract with F.D. Thomas for the construction of the Bollman Water Treatment Plant Hypochlorite Tanks Rehabilitation Project in the amount of $275,000 with a 10% change order authority of $27,500, for a total amount not to exceed $302,500. 

 

9.         Amendment to Agreement for Professional Services for the Alternative Intake Project

            a.   Authorize an increase of $360,000 to the Fiscal Year 2008 Alternative Intake Project Professional Services budget; and

            b.         Authorize execution of an amendment to the August 11, 2006 Agreement with Carollo Engineers for design services for the Alternative Intake Project, for an amount not to exceed $360,000.  

 

Director Wandry asked a question concerning Agenda Item No. 5 – Approve an Operations Agreement between the Contra Costa Water District and East Bay Municipal Utility District for the wheeling of water through the Contra Costa Water District-East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) Interconnection Facility.   He asked how much the District would be paid when water was wheeled to EBMUD.  Mr. Bishop responded that it would be the actual cost plus overhead. 

 

MOTION:  Boatmun/Anello to approve the consent calendar.  The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.

REPORTS FOR DISCUSSION

 

10.        Committee Report(s)

            a.   Operations and Engineering Committee Post-Meeting Report (12/06/07)

            b.   Bay Area Water Forum Post Meeting Report (12/10/07)

            c.   Board of Supervisors’ – Transportation, Water and Infrastructure Post-Meeting Report (12/10/07)

 

President Campbell asked if there were any comments on the committee reports.  There were no comments.

 

11.        Schedule Future Meeting Dates and Times

 

There were no future meeting dates and times to schedule. 

 

REPORTS

 

12.        General Manager

 

Mr. Bishop announced that the Director of Operations and Maintenance Michael Holley had accepted a position as General Manager of the Truckee Donner Public Utility District.  He commended Mr. Holley for his accomplishments during his 11 year tenure with the District.    

 

Mr. Bishop commented briefly on the Water Bond Initiative.   He also commented on the state budget as it related to District projects and the Educational Revenue Augmentation Fund (ERAF).    He extended wishes for a Merry Christmas and happy holiday season. 

 

13.        Legal Counsel

 

Mr. Maddow gave a brief update on Judge Wanger’s decision relating to pumping water from the Delta.  He extended happy holiday wishes to the Board, managers, and staff on behalf of his law firm. 

 

14.        Board Members

 

Director Wandry wished everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year.

 

Director Burgh extended holiday wishes to all.  He also commented on the passing of Professor Dan Okun earlier in the week.  He commented that Professor Okun was widely recognized for the engineering insight that he brought to the protection of water resources.  He noted that he had asked President Campbell to adjourn the meeting in honor of Professor Okun.    

 

Director Boatmun commented on the Cast a Special Thrill (C.A.S.T.) fishing program newsletter and commented on the success of the program held at Los Vaqueros last year.  She wished everyone a happy holiday and a healthy and peaceful New Year. 

 

Vice President Anello expressed appreciation to District staff for their hard work throughout the year.  She wished everyone a happy holiday season. 

 

President Campbell reported that he and Vice President Anello had attended Sexual Harassment Prevention training on December 14.   He also acknowledged and thanked Mr. Holley for his years of service with the District and noted examples where Mr. Holley’s expertise was appreciated.  He wished Mr. Holley well in his new position. 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

At 7:48 p.m., President Campbell adjourned the meeting in respect and memory of Professor Dan Okun.  The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors was scheduled for January 2, 2008 commencing at 6:30 p.m.

 

 

 

 

                                                                                                                                                        

                                                                                                Joseph L. Campbell, President

 

 

ATTEST:

 

                                               

Sharon L. Burris

District Secretary