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MINUTES OF THE
YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPECIAL MEETING
Thursday, February 23, 2017, 6:00 p.m.
1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870
1. CALL TO ORDER
President Miller called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
DIRECTORS PRESENT STAFF PRESENT
J. Wayne Miller, President Marc Marcantonio, General Manager
Al Nederhood, Vice President Gina Knight, HR/Risk and Safety Manager
Phil Hawkins, Director Annie Alexander, Executive Assistant
Andrew J. Hall, Director Cindy Botts, Water Cons Supv/Mgmt Analyst
Brooke Jones, Director Malissa Muttaraid, Public Affairs Representative
ALSO PRESENT
Andrew Gagen, Partner, Kidman Law LLP
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following individuals spoke regarding their professional background and
interest in serving on the Ad Hoc Citizens Advisory Committee (AHCAC):
Mr. Dennis Anderson Mr. Kent Ebinger
Mr. Michael Weber Mr. Ben Parker
Mr. Bill Lawrence Mr. Fred Hebein
Mr. Terry Harris Ms. Cristy Parker
Mr. Ken Tam Dr. Jeff Decker
Ms. Judy DesJardin
5. ACTION CALENDAR
5.1. Formation of Ad Hoc Selection Committee
Ms. Malissa Muttaraid asked that the Board consider forming an Ad Hoc
Selection Committee to assist with reviewing candidate applications for
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the newly formed AHCAC and provide direction regarding the assessment
process in preparation for appointments to be made at the regular Board
meeting on March 1, 2017.
Ms. Julia Schultz, resident, commented on the time required to become
familiar with District operations and spoke against the formation of an ad
hoc selection committee.
Ms. Pat Nelson, resident, spoke against the formation of an ad hoc
selection committee and commented on the applicant review process.
Dr. Jeff Decker, resident, commented on the Directors' professional
backgrounds.
An unknown resident commented on the applicant review process.
Director Jones suggested the Directors review the candidate's
applications and submit their rankings for tabulation at the next meeting.
The Board discussed the applicant review process and limiting the number
of committee members.
The Board voted 5-0 to limit the number of AHCAC members to 11
individuals.
The Board voted 5-0 to have the Directors review the candidate's
applications and submit their rankings for tabulation at the March 1, 2017
regular meeting.
The Board then discussed applicant qualifications to consider, the need
for candidates from a variety of different backgrounds, posting of meeting
agendas and preparation of minutes, engagement of a facilitator, and
handling of a tied ranking.
An unknown candidate disclosed that he currently owned District bonds
and inquired as to a potential conflict of interest. Mr. Andrew Gagen
indicated it was not an issue.
Mr. Kent Ebinger, resident, asked for clarification as to when the next
regular Board meeting was going to be held. President Miller stated it was
originally scheduled February 28, 2017 but had been rescheduled to
March 1, 2017. Staff will notify the OC Register regarding this change and
invite the other candidates to speak at the next Board meeting.
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6. DISCUSSION ITEMS
6.1. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks
Ms. Muttaraid stated that staff was in the process of obtaining proposals
for meeting facilitation services which would be presented to the Board for
consideration at the next meeting.
Dr. Decker (resident) commented on the proposed engagement of a
meeting facilitator.
7. ADJOURNMENT
7.1. The meeting was adjourned at 6:52 p.m.
Annie Alexander
Assistant Board Secretary
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