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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-03-20 - Board of Directors Meeting Minutes1133 March 20, 1975 The adjourned regular meeting of the board of directors of the YLCWD was called to order by Vase President Clot at 8:45 a.m. in the offices of the District on Plumosa Dr. Directors present and answering the roll: Clodt, Wagner, Knauft and Lindow. Also present general manager Ralph Shook, secretary Jean Mathews, attorney Rodger Howell, engineer DuWayne Lidke, and operations manager Pete Royere. Moved by Director Wagner seconded by Director Knauft carried unanimously to approve the minutes for March 6 and March 13 with the correction on the adjournment to March 20, 1975. Ralph Shook read a letter from Costa Mesa County Water District dated 3/14/75 paying tribute to Rex Hastings service and expressing their sympathy at his death. Board suggested that the original copy be sent to Mrs. Hastings. Mr. Shook read a letter from the C.P.A. firm who does the District's audit regarding proposed fees for the 1974-75 year. Mr. Shook also noted that Wayne Johnson who had been doing the District's audit was leaving the firm and going into business for himself, and would be presenting a proposal. No action taken at this time. Fred Clodt reported on the planning commission meeting 3/10/75. 'Howard Lindow reported on the City Council meeting 3/17/75. i The Lusk Kramer hearing was called at 8:00 p.m, Lusk development now owns 51 of the 65 a cres and the area will be annexed under Annexation 74-3, sre-cond hearing at 7:30 p.m. March 21, 1975. General Manager Shook read a letter from Silvas and Eaton regarding the Don Matson sewer application. Attorney Howell suggested that one more attempt be made by letter to collect the fees due and in the meantime to make payment to the other parties involved in the refund agreement. Moved by Director Wagner seconded by Director Knauft carried unanimously to follow the attorneys recommendation and the District absorb any costs not collected. A letter dated 2/14/75 from the Environmental Coalition of Orange County requesting extensive information regarding decisions, number of board members, when elected or appointed, etc. Moved by Director Wagner seconded by Director Knauft carried unanimously, that staff prepare a suitable response, but not spend a lot of research time on the report. Moved by Director Lindow seconded by Director Knauft to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 75-1 entitled: RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE YORBA LINDA COUNTY WATER DISTRICT IN MEMORIAM TO REX D. HASTINGS. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Director Clodt, Director Wagner, Director Knauft and Director Lindow. Noes: none Absent: none. Acopy of this resolution to be sent to Mrs. Rex D. Hastings. March 20, 1975 (continued) 1134 Discussion regarding the appointment of a new member to the Board. Attorney Howell said that recent legislation: made it mandatory to post a notice within 20 days of the vacancy in three public places, which was created by the death of Mr. Hastings, if the vacancy was not filled immediately. After said posting the board would have 90 days to fill the vacancy and if after the 90 days no appointment was made then the Board of Supervisors would make the appointment. Board went into executive session to discuss appointment to fill vacancy on Board. Board of Directors meeting on March 20, 1975 reconvened at 10:30 a.m. Moved by Director Knauft seconded by Director Lindow directing staff to post as required by law regarding the vacancy created by the death of Rex D. Hastings and that the position was to be filled by appointment. Motion carried unanimously. General Manager Shook reported on the M.W.D.O.C. Contracting Agency Managers Meeting on March 10. The next meeting is scheduled for April 15. General Manager Shook also reported on the March 7 MWD Water Problems Committee hearing on water prices. Question regarding a new appointment to the Park Committee. Committee not active at this time and no action taken at this time. Mr Shook reported on the City of Placentia's master sewer plan review and some indicated deficiencies on a portion of the Districts sewer lines and that he had asked Sam Peterson to review and report by the next board meeting. The Health Insurance and Retirement Committee reported that they were very favorably impressed with the health plan as presented by California Health Care Administrators, but more details needed to be defined. Discussion. No board action at this time, study to be continued and present health plan carrier to continue for one more quarter and a decision to be made before the end of the next quarter. A letter from Art Kidman of Rutan and Tucker regarding the Exley Case stated that he felt the District's position was good and that he would like to get more specific with Mr. Dueker and Mr. Korn regarding their recollection of the matter. Mr. Shook asked the attorney how the District stood with regard to Good Friday Holiday. Attorney Howell said until it was resolved in the courts he would advise continuing as District Personnel policy provided. Moved by Director Lindow seconded by Director Wagner to continue the policy as stated in the Personnel Manuel for this year and review the matter after the courts hear the case. Motion carried unanimously. Discussion of the ammendment to guidelines for preparation of EIR reports. Moved by Director Lindow seconded by Director Wagner carried unanimously to instruct the attorney and staff to prepare appropriate ammendments, continued to next meeting before any 1135 March 20, 1975 further action taken. General Manager Shook gave a short report on the difference in cost for gas and electric power for Plant No. 2 on Highland. Discussion. Moved by Director Wagner seconded by Director Knauft to authorize Montgomery Engineers to prepare plans and specifications for a gas engine pump addition to Plant 2 and authorize the General Manager to order an engine for the installation. Estimated cost of plant $70,000 plus engineering inspection. Motion carried unanimously. Further discussion regarding gas engines and the cost savings of gas energy. Moved by Director Lindow seconded by Director Knauft authorizing the General Manager to purchase a gas engine for Well No. 11 for an estimation of $21,000. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Director Wagner seconded by Director Knauft that all directors are hereby authorized to leave the state of California for either business or personal reasons between now and the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors. Moved by Director Knauft seconded by Director Lindow to approve for payment the audited bills and refunds in the amount of $59,733.59 on checks # 27530 through # 27582. Motion carried unanimously. General Manager read a letter from C. Michael Company regarding the cost of sewer and water for the Dominguez property.. Discussion. Staff to meet with Vice President Clodt, the engineers and the engineers and staff from C. Michael Company and bring back the results of such a meeting. Assignment for city council meetings on April 7 Mr. Knauft April 21 Mr. Lindow, planning commission April 14 Mr. Clodt and April 28 Mr. Knauft. Job S 1-462 Sewer connection for Smith at 3742 Rose Drive application reviewed. Moved by Director Knauft seconded by Director Lindow to approve staff recommendations. Motion carried unanimously. Job 847 Jacobs Construction Company - two lots on 1.27 acres on Villa Terrace west of Ohio. Exhibits reviewed for water total cost $2127.50. Moved by Director Knauft seconded by Director Lindow to approve staff recommendations for water service. Motion carried unanimously. Job 828 for water and sewer on Tract 8744 John Wertin Development, 16 lots on 7.9 acres at Ohio and Yorba Linda Blvd. Water and sewer applications reviewed, discussion. Moved by Director Knauft, seconded by Director Lindow to approve staff recommendations for sewer and water. Motion carried unanimously. Job 846 five acres on Roxdale Drive for Mitchell, total four lots. Water and sewer exhibits reviewed, staff recommendations to collect area "C" sewer service fees but to allow a temporary connection I 1136 March 20, 1975 into area "A" lines until lines become available in area-IT". Discussion. Moved by Director Lindow seconded by Director Knauft to approve staff recommendations for both sewer and water. Motion carried unanimously. 5821 Sando - exhibits reviewed, right of way for sewer is over property owned by Mr. Rinker. Suggested that the sewer fees be used to purchase right of way for the sewer Line. Moved by Director Lindow seconded by Director Knauft to approve staff recommendations for the right of way acquisition. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Director Lindow seconded by Director Knauft to adjourn at 12:30 noon to April 3, 1975 at 8:30 a.m. Motion carried unanimously. Jean E. Mathews, Secretary