HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-01-25 - Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
MINUTES OF THE
YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT
CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
January 25, 2010
A meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee was called to order at 8:30 a.m. The
meeting was held at the District's Administrative Office at 1717 E Miraloma Ave,
Placentia CA 92870.
DIRECTORS PRESENT STAFF PRESENT
William R. Mills, President Ken Vecchiarelli, General Manager
Steve Conklin, Engineering Manager
Derek Nguyen, Water Quality Engineer
Ruben Maldonado, Water Quality Tech
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT OTHER VISITORS
Carl Boznanski Marlo Mole Mark Schock
Cheryl Spencer Phil Hawkins
Gary Melton Richard Bogda
Gene Scearce Bob Kiley
Greg Meyers
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.1. Introduce William R. Mills, YLWD Board President
Mr. Vecchiarelli introduced Board President William Mills who extended
appreciation for everyone's interest and involvement in our committee
process. Mr. Mills spoke briefly about the politics of water and the
governance of water agencies in Southern California. Mr. Mills also spoke
briefly about his involvement in the water business as General Manager of
Orange County Water District and on the challenges of getting support for
the Groundwater Replenishment System. Mr. Mills stated that the YLWD
Board has committed to attend future CAC Committee meetings on a
rotating basis.
1.2. Introduce CAC Members Present
The Advisory Committee attendees introduced themselves for Director
Mills' benefit and shared their background, interests and what they have
gotten out of the experience thus far.
1.3. Introduce Visitors
Mark Schock also participated in the introduction process.
1.4. Introduce Engineering Department, Water Quality Division
Mr. Vecchiarelli had Steve Conklin introduce his Water Quality team.
Derek Nguyen gave a PowerPoint presentation describing the
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responsibilities and duties of the Water Quality division. The Committee
members interacted with questions and comments.
2. DISCUSSION ITEMS
2.1. Vacancy on the Board of Directors
Mr. Vecchiarelli spoke briefly in recognition of Director Paul Armstrong's
service to the community as a board member for nearly 28 years. He
reported on the Board's decision and explained the appointment process
to fill the vacant Board seat.
2.2. Presentation Regarding MWDOC Outreach Programs
This item will be rescheduled to a CAC meeting at a later date.
2.3. City of Yorba Linda and City of Placentia Sewers
Mr. Vecchiarelli reported on the Board's support of a public transfer to the
District of the sewer system currently maintained by the City of Yorba
Linda's and shared the letter of intent to accept the system for
maintenance if the City Council chooses this alternative. The Committee
asked questions and offered their insights and suggestions for public
communications and outreach on this matter.
2.4. Existing Improvement Districts and Future Development
Due to time constraints, this item was rescheduled for discussion at a
future meeting.
2.5. Water Bill Redesign
Mr. Vecchiarelli shared the new water bill design and briefly discussed the
timing of the new billing system implementation.
2.6. Request for Proposals for Cost of Service and Water Rate Study
Mr. Vecchiarelli reported this work is in progress.
2.7. Future Agenda Items
Carry over items from prior meetings not yet discussed include exploring
recommendations for approval of water saving fixtures and devices. A
request was made to develop talking points for the CAC members
regarding the effects of recent precipitation on the drought and whether to
support or oppose the water bond measure in November.
3. ADJOURNMENT
3.1. The next regular meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee will be held
February 22, 2010 at 8:30 a.m.
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