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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-01-26 - Board of Directors Meeting Agenda Packet Yorba Linda Water District AGENDA YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 8:30 AM 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL Michael J. Beverage, President Phil Hawkins, Vice President Ric Collett Robert R. Kiley Gary T. Melton 4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual wishing to address the Board is requested to identify themselves and state the matter on which they wish to comment. If the matter is on the agenda, the Board will recognize the individual for their comment when the item is considered. No action will be taken on matters not listed on the agenda. Comments are limited to matters of public interest and matters within the jurisdiction of the Water District. Comments are limited to five minutes. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR All items listed on the consent calendar are considered to be routine matters, status reports, or documents covering previous Board instructions. The items listed on the consent calendar may be enacted by one motion. There will be no discussion on the items unless a member of the Board, staff, or public requests further consideration. 6.1. Minutes of the Regular Board of Directors Meeting Held January 13, 2011 Recommendation: That the Board of Directors approve the minutes as presented. 6.2. Minutes of the Board of Directors Workshop Meeting Held January 20, 2011 Recommendation: That the Board of Directors approve the minutes as presented. 6.3. Payments of Bills, Refunds, and Wire Transfers Recommendation: That the Board of Directors ratify and authorize disbursements in the amount of $498,486.68. 7. ACTION CALENDAR This portion of the agenda is for items where staff presentations and Board discussions are needed prior to formal Board action. 7.1. Emergency Response & Operation Plan Update Recommendation: That the Board of Directors authorize the General Manager to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Willdan Homeland Solutions to update the District's Emergency Response & Operations Plan, at a cost not to exceed $33,832. 7.2. California Employers' Retirement Benefit Trust Fund Recommendation: That the Board of Directors authorize the President to: 1.) execute a CERBT Program Agreement and Election of YLWD to Prefund Other Post Employment Benefits through CaIPERS, subject to review and approval as to form by legal counsel; and 2.) approve a Resolution of the Board of Directors to delegate authority to request disbursements from the trust, exclusively for payment or reimbursement of OPEB expenses. 8. REPORTS, INFORMATION ITEMS, AND COMMENTS 8.1. President's Report 8.2. Directors' Reports CRWUA Conference - December 15-17, 2010 (Beverage, Kiley, Melton) Video "Managing a River of Issues" (15 min) 8.3. General Manager's Report 8.4. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks 9. COMMITTEE REPORTS 9.1. Executive Administrative-Organizational Committee (Beverage/Hawkins) Minutes of meeting held January 18, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. (To be provided at the meeting.) Meeting scheduled February 4, 2011 at 11:30 a.m. 9.2. Finance-Accounting Committee (Collett/Kiley) • Meeting scheduled February 7, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. 9.3. Personnel-Risk Management Committee (Kiley/Beverage) • Meeting scheduled February 8, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. 9.4. Planning-Engineering-Operations Committee (Melton/Collett) • Meeting scheduled February 3, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. 9.5. Public Information-Technology Committee (Hawkins/Melton) • Meeting scheduled February 7, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. 9.6. MWDOC/OCWD Ad Hoc Committee (Beverage/Hawkins) Minutes of meeting held January 25, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. (To be provided at the meeting.) Meeting scheduled March 22, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. 9.7. Citizens Advisory Committee (Beverage) Minutes of meeting held January 24, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. (To be provided at the meeting.) Meeting scheduled February 28, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. 10. INTERGOVERNMENTAL MEETINGS 10.1. YL City Council - January 18, 2011 (Melton) 10.2. MWDOC Board - January 19, 2011 (Melton) 10.3. OCWD Board - January 19, 2011 (Kiley) 10.4. YL Planning Commission - January 26, 2011 (Collett) 11. BOARD OF DIRECTORS ACTIVITY CALENDAR 11.1. Meetings from January 28, 2011 - February 28, 2011 12. CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS 12.1. MWDOC Water Policy Forum & Dinner - February 24, 2011 (Kiley) MWDOC Inspection Trip of the State Water Project and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta -February 25-26, 2011 (Kiley/Melton) ACWA DC Conference - March 1-3, 2011 Recommendation: That the Board of Directors authorize Director attendance at the above listed events. 13. ADJOURNMENT 13.1. A special meeting of the Board of Directors will be held January 29, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors will be held February 10, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. Items Distributed to the Board Less Than 72 Hours Prior to the Meeting Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.5, non-exempt public records that relate to open session agenda items and are distributed to a majority of the Board less than seventy-two (72) hours prior to the meeting will be available for public inspection in the lobby of the District's business office located at 1717 E. Miraloma Avenue, Placentia, CA 92870, during regular business hours. When practical, these public records will also be made available on the District's internet website accessible at http://www.ylwd.com/. Accommodations for the Disabled Any person may make a request for a disability-related modification or accommodation needed for that person to be able to participate in the public meeting by telephoning the Executive Secretary at 714-701-3020, or writing to Yorba Linda Water District, P.O. Box 309, Yorba Linda, CA 92885-0309. Requests must specify the nature of the disability and the type of accommodation requested. A telephone number or other contact information should be included so the District staff may discuss appropriate arrangements. Persons requesting a disability-related accommodation should make the request with adequate time before the meeting for the District to provide the requested accommodation. ITEM NO. 6.1 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 26, 2011 Subject: Minutes of the Regular Board of Directors Meeting Held January 13, 2011 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors approve the minutes as presented. ATTACHMENTS: Narne: Description: Type: 011311 BOD - Minutes.doc BOD Mtg Minutes 01/13/11 Minutes Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/26/2011 GM/RK 3-0 Directors Collett and Hawkins were absent. MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING January 13, 2011 1. CALL TO ORDER The January 13, 2011 regular meeting of the Yorba Linda Water District Board of Directors was called to order by President Beverage at 8:30 a.m. The meeting was held at the District's Administrative Office at 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL DIRECTORS PRESENT STAFF PRESENT Michael J. Beverage, President Ken Vecchiarelli, General Manager Phil Hawkins, Vice President Pat Grady, Assistant General Manager Ric Collett Steve Conklin, Engineering Manager Robert R. Kiley Gina Knight, Human Resources Mgr Gary T. Melton Stephen Parker, Finance Director Damon Micalizzi, PI Officer Miguel Serna, HR Analyst Amelia Cloonan, Personnel Technician Annie Alexander, Executive Secretary OTHER VISITORS Art Kidman, General Counsel, McCormick, Kidman & Behrens Jerry Gladbach, President, ACWA/JPIA Melody McDonald, Executive Committee Member, ACWA/JPIA Andy Sells, Chief Financial & Operations Officer, ACWA/JPIA Peter Kuchinsky, Senior Risk Management Consultant, ACWA/JPIA Nancy Rikel, Mayor, City of Yorba Linda Mark Schock, Resident 4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA President Beverage announced that the CRWUA Conference report and related video listed under Item No. 9.2. would be moved to the next agenda. President Beverage further announced that Item No. 13.1. would be deleted from the agenda as Directors Kiley and Melton would be attending the tour on a different date. 1 Mr. Vecchiarelli then requested to add the following item to the agenda as there was a need to take immediate action on this item and the need for action came to staff's attention subsequent to the agenda being posted. 14.2. Conference With Legal Counsel - Pending Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code Name of Case: Interinsurance Exchange of the Automobile Club vs. YLWD On a motion by Director Collett, seconded by Director Kiley, the Board voted 5-0 to add Item No. 14.2. to the agenda. V 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 6. PRESENTATIONS 6.1. Presentation by Andy Sells Regarding Services Provided by ACWA/JPIA Mr. Sells introduced himself and Messrs. Gladbach, Kuchinsky and Ms. McDonald. Mr. Sells then provided the Board with a PowerPoint Presentation regarding ACWA/JPIA's programs and services. Mr. Gladbach addressed the Board and commented on the structure and makeup of the ACWA/JPIA. Ms. McDonald addressed the Board and thanked the District for its participation in ACWA/JPIA. Mr. Kuchinsky addressed the Board and commented on the District's loss run report and participation in ACWA/JPIA's TargetSafety employee training program. Mr. Sells then presented the District with a premium refund check of ' $99,214. A brief recess was declared at 9:01 a.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:05 a.m. Mr. Kidman addressed the Board and thanked the representatives from ACWA/JPIA for their support the last two years following the Freeway Complex Fire. President Beverage thanked Ms. Knight for her work related to Risk Management. Mr. Serna and Ms. Cloonan left the meeting at this time. 7. CONSENT CALENDAR President Beverage removed Item No. 7.3. from the Consent Calendar for separate action. On a motion by Director Hawkins, seconded by Director Kiley, the Board voted 5-0 to approve Item Nos. 7.1. and 7.2. of the Consent Calendar. Director Collett abstained from voting on Check No. 55675 of Item No. 7.2. as he has a financial interest with the vendor. 2 7.1. Minutes of the Regular Board of Directors Meeting Held December 22, 2010 Recommendation. That the Board of Directors approve the minutes as presented. 7.2. Payments of Bills, Refunds, and Wire Transfers Recommendation. That the Board of Directors ratify and authorize disbursements in the amount of $1,293,750.14. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE ACTION 7.3. Water Quality Mixer for Hidden Hills Reservoir President Beverage explained that he had removed this item from the Consent Calendar to allow for Board discussion prior to consideration. Mr. Conklin then provided a brief overview of the matter explaining that the District is currently facing water quality concerns at the Hidden Hills Reservoir due to low water demand. Staff is recommending that the District install a mixer in both of the bays at the reservoir. Mr. Conklin then responded to questions from the Board regarding the length of time it would take to fill the reservoir and its original specifications. Director Collett stated the Planning-Engineering-Operations Committee had reviewed this matter at its meeting held January 6, 2011 and supported staff's recommendation. On a motion by Director Hawkins, seconded by Director Melton, the Board voted 5-0 to approve a sole-source Purchase Agreement with Process Solutions, Inc., to provide and install a Tank Shark Reservoir Management ' System for Hidden Hills Reservoir for a total cost of $72,250. 8. ACTION CALENDAR 8.1. Employee Agreements for the Period July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011 Mr. Vecchiarelli explained that negotiations with the District's Employees Association Bargaining Unit had been taking place for the past few months. Mr. Vecchiarelli then responded to questions from the Board regarding a timeline for negotiations for the next fiscal year and stated that staff is planning to begin this process in February 2011 so that the next MOU could be presented to the Board for consideration along with the budget in June. President Beverage commented that he was disappointed with the length of time and funds expended to complete these negotiations and encouraged staff to try to complete the next process in a shorter time period. On a motion by Director Collett, seconded by Director Kiley, the Board voted 5-0 on a Roll Call to approve Resolution No. 11-01 Adopting the Memorandum of Understanding and Pay Plan Between the District and the Yorba Linda Water District Employees Association. 3 On a motion by Director Collett, seconded by Director Melton, the Board voted 5-0 on a Roll Call to approve Resolution No. 11-02 Adopting the Employee Compensation Letter and Pay Plan for Supervisory and Confidential Employees. On a motion by Director Melton, seconded by Director Kiley, the Board voted 5-0 on a Roll Call to approve Resolution No. 11-03 Adopting the Employee Compensation Letter and Pay Plan for Management Employees. 9. REPORTS, INFORMATION ITEMS AND COMMENTS 9.1. President's Report None. { 9.2. Directors' Reports CRWUA Conference - December 15-17, 2010 (Beverage, Kiley, Melton) This item was moved to the next agenda. Director Hawkins commented on a newspaper article in the OC Register regarding the overconsumption of fluoride. 9.3. General Manager's Report Mr. Vecchiarelli announced that the Employee Recognition Dinner has been scheduled for February 11, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. Directors were asked to please RSVP to Ms. Cloonan. 9.4. General Counsel's Report Mr. Kidman briefly commented on the water supply situation and the new requirements related to the Urban Water Management Plan update. 9.5. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks None. 10. COMMITTEE REPORTS 10.1. Executive-Administrative-Organizational Committee (Beverage/Hawkins) Minutes of the meeting held December 21, 1010 were provided in the agenda packet. Directors Beverage and Hawkins attended. Matters discussed during the meeting were as follows: Strategic Planning Workshop; ISDOC Selection Committee Meeting; Committee Activities Recap and Forward Planning Objectives; Board and Committee Meeting Minutes; Time of Board Meetings; Alternative Work Schedule; and General Counsel's Monthly Summary Billing Report. Meeting scheduled January 18, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. 4 10.2. Finance-Accounting Committee (Collett/Kiley) Minutes of the meeting held January 10, 2011 were provided at the meeting. Directors Collett and Kiley attended. Matters discussed during the meeting were as follows: California Employers' Retirement Benefit Trust Fund; November 2010 Budget to Actual Results; November 2010 Investment Report; and Sewer Financial Projections. Meeting scheduled February 14, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. was rescheduled to February 7, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. 10.3. Personnel-Risk Management Committee (Kiley/Beverage) Minutes of the meeting held January 11, 2011 were provided at the meeting. Directors Kiley and Beverage attended. Matters discussed during the meeting were as follows: Emergency Response & Operation Plan Update; Merit Review and Salary Increases; Status of Human Resources and Risk Management Activities; and Status of Recruitments and Authorized/Budgeted Positions. Meeting scheduled February 8, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. 10.4. Planning-Engineering-Operations Committee (Melton/Collett) Minutes of the meeting held January 6, 2011 were provided in the agenda packet. Directors Melton and Collett attended. Matters discussed during the meeting were as follows: Project Recap and Forward Planning; Water Quality Mixer for Hidden Hills Reservoir; Status Report on Capital Projects in Progress; Monthly Groundwater Production and Purchased Import Water Report; Monthly Preventative Maintenance Program Report; and Groundwater Producers Meeting Report. Meeting scheduled February 3, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. 10.5. Public Information-Technology Committee (Hawkins/Melton) Minutes of the meeting held January 3, 2011 were provided in the agenda packet. Directors Hawkins and Melton attended. Matters discussed during the meeting were as follows: Committee Activities Review and Future Objectives; YLWD Promotional Collateral Inventory and Replacement Costs; Public Notice Regarding New Waterline Construction on Ohio Street and Oriente Drive; Draft YLWD Newsletter; IT Projects Monthly Status; and Fixed Based Meter Reading System. Meeting scheduled February 7, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. 5 President Beverage requested that staff provide the Committee with a report regarding the status of software programming at the next meeting. 10.6. MWDOC/OCWD Ad Hoc Committee (Beverage/Hawkins) Meeting scheduled January 25, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. Director Melton will attend in place of Director Hawkins. 10.7. Citizens Advisory Committee (Beverage) Meeting scheduled January 24, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. 11. INTERGOVERNMENTAL MEETINGS 11.1. YL City Council - January 4, 2011 (Hawkins) Director Hawkins attended and commented on a Code of Conduct Resolution and easements in Hidden Hills which were discussed during the meeting. 11.2. MWDOC/MWD Workshop - January 5, 2011 (Melton/Staff) Director Melton attended and commented on the drop in water sales, annual rate increase, alternative revenue sources, status of the water supply, and financial report which were discussed during the meeting. 11.3. OCWD Board - January 5, 2011 (Kiley/Staff) Director Kiley attended and commented on the election of officers and status of wetland recharge at Prado Dam which were discussed during the at a~'- meeting. 11.4. WACO -January 7, 2011 (Hawkins) Director Hawkins attended and also commented on the status of the Prado Dam which was discussed during the meeting. 11.5. YL Planning Commission - January 12, 2011 (Kiley) Director Kiley attended and commented on the acquisition of property near Bastanchury Road which was discussed during the meeting. 12. BOARD OF DIRECTORS ACTIVITY CALENDAR 12.1. Meetings from January 14, 2011 - February 28, 2011 The Board reviewed the listed meetings and made no additional changes. Director Hawkins reported that he would not be in attendance at the next Board meeting. 6 13. CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS 13.1. MWDOC Inspection Trip of the State Water Project and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta -January 21-22, 2011 (Kiley/Melton) This item was removed from the agenda. A brief recess was declared at 10:10 a.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:15 a.m. 14. CLOSED SESSION The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session at 10:15 a.m. All Directors were present. Also present were Messrs. Vecchiarelli and Grady. The following item was taken out of order. 14.2. Conference With Legal Counsel - Pending Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code Name of Case: Interinsurance Exchange of the Automobile Club vs. YLWD Messrs. Vecchiarelli and Grady left the Closed Session at 10:30 a.m. Mr. Richard Kreisler and Ms. Knight joined the Closed Session at this time. 14.1. Public Employee Performance Evaluation Pursuant to Section 54957 of the California Government Code ' Title: General Manager The Board reconvened in Open Session at 11:35 a.m. President Beverage announced that no action was taken during either Closed Session that was required to be reported under the Brown Act. 15. ADJOURNMENT 15.1. The meeting was adjourned at 11:36 a.m. The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors is scheduled for January 27, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. Ken Vecchiarelli Board Secretary 7 ITEM NO. 6.2 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 26, 2011 Subject: Minutes of the Board of Directors Workshop Meeting Held January 20, 2011 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors approve the minutes as presented. ATTACHMENTS: Narne: Description: Type: 012011 BOD - Minutes.doc BOD Mtg Minutes 01/20/11 Minutes Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/26/2011 GM/RK 3-0 Directors Collett and Hawkins were absent. MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS WORKSHOP MEETING January 20, 2011 1. CALL TO ORDER The January 20, 2011 regular meeting of the Yorba Linda Water District Board of Directors was called to order by President Beverage at 8:02 a.m. The meeting was held at the District's Administrative Office at 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL DIRECTORS PRESENT STAFF PRESENT Michael J. Beverage, President Ken Vecchiarelli, General Manager Phil Hawkins, Vice President Steve Conklin, Engineering Manager Ric Collett Lee Cory, Operations Manager Robert R. Kiley Gina Knight, Human Resources Mgr Gary T. Melton Stephen Parker, Finance Director Annie Alexander, Executive Secretary Dave Barmer, Sr Maint Dis Operator Cindy Botts, Management Analyst Jennifer Hill, Meter Services Lead 4 Harold Hulbert, Operations Asst Delia Lugo, Sr Accountant Anthony Manzano, Sr Project Mgr Damon Micalizzi, PI Officer Art Vega, IS Administrator 4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA Mr. Vecchiarelli reported that the Board of Directors had been extended an invitation to attend a dinner and lecture at the Fullerton Arboretum on January 25, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. If the Board wished to attend, this item could be added to the agenda for consideration at this time. This item was not added to the agenda as no Board members were available to attend the event. 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 6. DISCUSSION ITEMS 6.1. Strategic Planning, Goals and Objectives President Beverage welcomed all those in attendance including members of the District's newly formed Employee-Productivity-Innovation- Communication (EPIC) Committee. Mr. Vecchiarelli then led a group discussion regarding the District's Strategic Plan for 2011. Matters 1 discussed during this session included the District's mission, vision and value statements, evaluation of 2010 successes and areas for improvement, and major initiatives for 2011. A draft of the strategic plan will be provided to all stakeholders in attendance at the workshop and will be reviewed in further detail by the EPIC Committee and Executive- Administrative-Organizational Committee before presentation to the Board for consideration at the regular meeting scheduled February 24, 2011. The final report is expected for consideration by the Board of Directors at their meeting scheduled March 10, 2011. 6.2. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks None.` 7. ADJOURNMENT 7.1. The meeting was adjourned at 12:07 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors was scheduled for January 27, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. (However, on January 21, this meeting was subsequently rescheduled to January 26, 2011 at 8:30 a.m.) Ken Vecchiarelli Board Secretary ~a 2 ITEM NO. 6.3 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 26, 2011 Budgeted: Yes Total Budget: N/A To: Board of Directors Cost Estimate: $498,486.68 Funding Source: All Funds From: Ken Vecchiarelli, General Account No: N/A Manager Job No: N/A Presented By: Stephen Parker, Finance Dept: Finance Director Reviewed by Legal: N/A Prepared By: Maria Trujillo, Accounting CEQA Compliance: N/A Assistant I Subject: Payments of Bills, Refunds, and Wire Transfers SUMMARY: Section 31302 of the California Water Code says the District shall pay demands made against it when they have been approved by the Board of Directors. Accordingly, staff is hereby submitting a list of disbursements for the Board of Directors' approval. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors ratify and authorize disbursements in the amount of $498,486.68. DISCUSSION: A single wire transfer on this disbursement list, in the amount of $101,789.78, is to ACWA-HBA for the February 2011 health benefits premium. The balance of $120,101.23 is routine invoices. The Accounts Payable check register total is $221,891.01; Payroll No. 1 total is $276,595.67; and the total disbursements are $498,486.68. A summary of the checks is attached. The bill list and associated checks are dated January 27, 2011, corresponding to the normally scheduled Board meeting. If approved by the Board at the rescheduled meeting on January 26, the bills will still be processed and paid on Thursday, January 27. PRIOR RELEVANT BOARD ACTION(S): The Board of Directors approves bills, refunds and wire transfers semi-monthly. ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: T ype: CkReg12711 BOD.pdf Check Register Backup Material 11-CS 127.doc Summary Sheet Backup Material Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/26/2011 GM/RK 3-0 Directors Collett and Hawkins were absent. Yorba Linda Water District {Check Register For Checks Dated: 1/14/2011 thru 112712011 Check No. Date Vendor Name Amount Description (S25k orgreaterl 55713 01/2712011 A Plus Awards By Dewey 19.58 55709 01/27/2011 Abbott Staffing Group 1,814.00 55710 01/27/20111 ACWA/1PIA 60,00 W12711 01/27/2011 ACWA-NBA 101,789.78 Health premium February 55711 01/27/2011 Alternative Nose Inc. 444.17 55712 01/27/2011 Anaheim Wheel & Tire 150.00 55714 0112712011 Apollo Technologies Inc. 380.00 55715 01/27/2011 Appleone Employment Services 59356 55716 01/27/2011 Aramark 449.23 55717 0112712011 Arrow Hardware 606.04 55718 01/2.7/20111 Associated Laboratories 2,116.70 55720 01/27/2011 AT & T 4,931.26 55719 01/27/2011 AT & T Mobility 194.50 55721 01/27/2011 AWWA 129.50 55722 01/27/2011 AWWA - CA-NV Section 890.01 55708 01/14/2011 Bank Of America 2,130.79 55732 01/27/2011 C. Wells Pipeline 226.20 55723 0112712011 California Rural Water Assrl (CRWA) 175.00 55724 01/27/2011 CalPERS 3,60160 55725 07/27/2011 Carollo Engineers 21,878.06 55726 07112712011 Certified Laboratories 563.015 55727 01/27/2011 Chambers Group Inc. 305.50 55728 01/27/2011 City Of Anaheim 1,053,49 55729 0112712011 City of Rancho Cucamonga 20.00 55730 0112712011 Clinical Lab. Of Sara Bern. 1,625.00 55731 01/27/2011 Culligan 1,763.30 55733 01/27/2011 Dapper Tire Co. Inc.. 2,055.71 55734 01/27/2011 Datalok Orange County 288.65 55738 0:1/27/2011 Dean Criske TruckiriF 534.40 55735 01/27/2011 DetaCare USA 338.83 55736 01/2.7/201.1 Derek Nguyen 397.10 55737 01/27/2011 Doug A. Baker 319.73 55739 01/27/2011 Eisel Enterprises, Inc. 620.25 55740 01.12712011 Elite Equipment In{: 453.54 55742 01/27/2011 Fye.Med 1,401.20 55741 01/27/2011 Fairway Ford Sales, Inc. 341.43 55743 0112712011 Fleet Services, Inc 99.91 55744 0112712011 Fred Pryor Seminars 79.00 55745 0112712011 Fry's. Electronics 422.77 55746 01/27/2011 Gexpro 765.77 55747 01127/2011 Haaker Equipment Co. 253.82 55748 01/27/2011 Nall & Foreman, Inc 250.00 55749 01/27/2011 InfosendInc. 6,192.95 55750 0112712011 Jackson's Auto Supply - Napa 1,096.28 55752 0112712011 Karen Shea 121.69 54593 01/19/2011 Kevin Alleva -123.08 55753 01/27/2011 Konica Minolta Business 130.13 55754 01/2/2011 LanG:e,Soll, & Iunghard, LLP 2.:5.070 55755 01/27/2011 Liebert Cassidy Whitmore 3,454.00 55756 01/27/2011 Marina Landscape, Inc 788.00 55757 01/27/2011 Mc Corrnick,Kidman & f3 e. hre n.s I I P 13,212.37 55758 01/27/2011 Mc Fadden-Dale Hardware 29.72 55759 01/27/2011 Mobile Hose & Hydraulic Supply 100.00 55760 01/27/2011 Mudge Fasteners, Inc 639.90 55761 01/27/201.1 NextO Of California 1,797.19 55762 0112712011 Nir_key Petroleum Co 3,872.03 55763 01/27/2011 Norm's Refrigeration & 261.43 55764 0112712011 Office. Solutions 836.58 55765 0112712011 Orange County I W M 0 1,44.2.08 55766 01/27/2011 Clrvac Electronics 127.16 57,768 01/27/2011 P.T.I. Sand & Gravel, Inc. 1,065.52 55751 01/27/2011. Pollard Water.com 3,923.04 55767 0112712011 Praxair Distribution 210.84 55769 01/27/2011 Robert Liccardo 1,572.50 55770 0112712011 Ruben Maldonado 28.00 55171 01/27/2011 Sancon Engineering Inc. 7,989.00 55772 01/2 //2011 Scott W. Moulton 1,657.50 55773 01/27/2011 Siemens Water 673.72 55774 01/27/2011 So Cal Sandbags Inc. 772.00 55775 01/27/2011 Southern Calif Gas Co. 6,470.44 55776 01/27/2011 Staples 9U51ness Advantage 356.26 55777 01/27/2011 Stater Bros. Markets 17.55 55780 0112712011 Stephen Parker/ Petty Cash 140.63 55778 01/27/2011 Steven Andrews Engineering 550-00 55177 03/27/2011 Steven Engineering 341.06 55781 01/27/2011 Tab Products Co. 228.57 55182 01/27/2011 Time Warner Cable 297.79 55783 01/27/2011 Trench Shoring 50.94 55784 0112712011 Underground Service Alert 105.00 55785 01/27/2011 United Industries 140.74 55786 01/27/2011 Verizon Wireless 587.96 55787 01/27/2011 Wells SrjpK)ly Co 2,522.51 55788 01/27/2011 West Coast Safety Supply Co 100.87 TOtal $221,891.01 January 26, 2011 CHECK NUMBERS: Void Check 54593 $ (123.08) Manual Check 55708 $ 2,130.79 Computer Checks 55709-55788 $ 118,093.52 $ 120,101.23 WIRES: W-12711 ACWA-H BA $ 101, 789.78 TOTAL OF CHECKS AND WIRE $ 221,891.01 PAYROLL NO. 1: Computer Checks 4766- 4773 Manual Checks 4774- 4782 $ 276,595.67 DISBURSEMENT TOTAL: $ 498,486.68 APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTE ORDER AT BOARD MEETING OF JANUARY 26, 2011 ITEM NO. 7.1 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 26, 2011 Budgeted: Yes Total Budget: $15,000 To: Board of Directors Cost Estimate: $33,832 Funding Source: Water Operating Fund From: Ken Vecchiarelli, General Account No: 1-5010-0780-20 Manager Presented By: Ken Vecchiarelli, General Dept: Operations Manager Reviewed by Legal: N/A Prepared By: Harold Hulbert, Operations CEQA Compliance: N/A Assistant Subject: Emergency Response & Operation Plan Update SUMMARY: In 2005, the District contracted with Risk Management Professionals to develop an Emergency Response & Operations Plan (EROP). The same firm completed an update of the plan in September 2007. Recently, the District's Employee Emergency Management Committee (EEMC) reviewed the original EROP, along with the previous updates, and recommended development of a new plan to comply with the latest State and Federal formats. The new plan will be more specific to emergencies the District is likely to experience or may be called upon to respond in aid of other agencies. The EEMC interviewed outside consultants and requested proposals for preparing the new plan. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors authorize the General Manager to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Willdan Homeland Solutions to update the District's Emergency Response & Operations Plan, at a cost not to exceed $33,832. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: The Personnel-Risk Management Committee discussed this item at its meeting held January 11, 2011 and supports the staff recommendation. DISCUSSION: In June 2010, the District's Employee Emergency Management Committee (EEMC), made up of staff representatives from each District department (Administration, Engineering, Finance, HR/Risk Management, IT & Operations), met to review the current EROP. The purpose of this committee is to provide input and feedback to the District related to emergency management planning. The EEMC came to the conclusion that the original EROP needed updating to adhere to the latest State and Federal standards and to better reflect the District's mission and vision statements. The Committee decided this would require an outside consultant familiar with State and Federal requirements related to emergency planning. Furthermore, in November and December 2010, significant changes were adopted by both FEMA and the State related to earthquake planning and response. These changes will be incorporated within the District's EROP update. Staff requested assistance from Kelly Hubbard of the Water Emergency Response of Orange County (WEROC). Ms. Hubbard provided a list of consultants with experience in the field of Emergency Planning that could assist the District with updating its EROP. Staff was provided a list of three consultants, only two of which, responded to a request for interview. The EEMC interviewed two consultants in late October and November 2010. Each consultant was asked to submit a proposal detailing their approach for meeting the needs of the District and updating the EROP pursuant to the new State and Federal response planning guidelines. Only one of the consultants responded, Emergency Planning Consultants (EPC). While attending the WEROC Quarterly meeting staff was able to hear a presentation on Continuity of Operations Plans, presented by Willdan Homeland Solutions. This firm was under contract by the county to provide assistance in this field to local cities. Staff asked if they would consider being interviewed to submit a proposal for updating the District's EROP. The EEMC met with Willdan in late November and received their proposal in December. The District received two proposals, with a not-to-exceed fee as follows: Emergency Planning Consultants (EPC) - $25,000 Willdan Homeland Solutions - $33,832 The EEMC reviewed each proposal to determine which firm would meet the needs of the District most effectively. In each proposal, the consultant was required to provide a scope of work and a time line for the project. Based upon the interviews and the content of the proposals, each member ranked which proposal best met the needs of the District. The Committee determined that Willdan Homeland Solutions met the requirements of the District more effectively than EPC. In addition, WEROC reviewed the proposals as a courtesy to the District and concurs with the EEMC's recommendation. Copies of the proposals are available upon request. For FY 2010/11, $15,000 was budgeted within the Operations department for this project. While the proposal exceeds budgeted funds, staff will allocate additional funds towards this project during the mid-year budget review and adjustments process. Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/26/2011 RK/GM 3-0 Directors Collett and Hawkins were absent. ITEM NO. 7.2 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 26, 2011 Budgeted: N/A Total Budget: $217,979 To: Board of Directors Cost Estimate: $110,000 Funding Source: N/A From: Ken Vecchiarelli, General Manager Presented By: Stephen Parker, Finance Dept: Finance Director Reviewed by Legal: Yes Prepared By: Joann Gitmed, Accounting CEQA Compliance: N/A Assistant II Subject: California Employers' Retirement Benefit Trust Fund SUMMARY: In accordance with required government accounting standards, the District budgeted a total expense of $217,979, for the FY 2010/11 Annual Required Contribution (ARC) of Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB). This year's pay-as-you-go expense is estimated to be approximately $110,000. The balance of the ARC must be placed in an irrevocable trust, specifically restricted for OPEB purposes, otherwise it will continue to accumulate as a growing liability on the District's annual financial statements. CalPERS offers the California Employers' Retiree Benefit Trust (CERBT) as a mechanism to allow public employers to prefund future OPEB expenses. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors authorize the President to: 1.) execute a CERBT Program Agreement and Election of YLWD to Prefund Other Post Employment Benefits through CalPERS, subject to review and approval as to form by legal counsel; and 2.) approve a Resolution of the Board of Directors to delegate authority to request disbursements from the trust, exclusively for payment or reimbursement of OPEB expenses. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: The Finance-Accounting Committee discussed this item on January 10, 2011 and supports the staff recommendation. DISCUSSION: In 2004, the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) established Statement 45 in order for governments to report information regarding the nature and size of their long-term financial obligations and commitments for Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) (e.g. retiree health care benefits). Prior to Statement 45, public employers typically followed a "pay-as-you-go" approach in which the cost of benefits was not reported until after an employee's retirement. This approach, however, provided incomplete information as to the financial position and long-term financial health of a government agency. With the implementation of GASB 45, public employers must now report their annual OPEB cost and their unfunded actuarial accrued liabilities for past service expenses, similar to how employee retirement benefits are currently reported. In addition, the Statement also: 1. Requires reporting the estimated cost of the benefits as expenses each year. 2. Provides more accurate information on the financials statements about the total cost of the services that a agency provides to its constituents. 3. Clarifies whether the amount that an agency has paid or contributed for OPEB during the year covers its annual actuarially determined OPEB cost. 4. Provides better reports to users about an agency's unfunded actuarial accrued liability and changes in the funded status of benefits. While Statement 45 only requires public employers to measure and report the future cost of OPEB, prefunding those benefits is recommended in order to ensure a sustainable benefit program. Currently, CalPERS offers the California Employers' Retiree Benefit Trust (CERBT) as a mechanism for public employers to prefund OPEB costs. CERBT began operation in March 2007 and currently has contracts with over 300 California public agencies. The program receives voluntary contributions from employers and invests those assets into public market securities. Employers can contribute an Annual Required Contribution (ARC) and seek reimbursement for pay-as-you-go costs, or employers can contribute the ARC net of annual pay-as-you-go costs and not seek reimbursement. The contributions and investments are held in a trust dedicated exclusively to pay for OPEB promised by employers to their employees. Although the funds are accounted for by individual employers, they are co-invested with other agency contributions in order to broaden investment opportunities and to minimize costs. In order to participate in CERBT, a government agency must obtain an OPEB valuation report by either an actuarial valuation, or an AMM (alternative measurement method). Upon completion of the valuation report, an agency must adopt and execute an agreement and election to prefund and submit the valuation and agreement to CalPERS for approval. Upon approval by CalPERS, an agency may begin OPEB prefunding contributions. In compliance with GASB 45 requirements, the District obtained its OPEB valuation in June 2009. For FY 2010/11, the District budgeted for the ARC in the amount of $217,979. However, until money is placed in a trust, it will not formally fund the current fiscal year's Annual Required Contribution for GASB 45 purposes. Staff is recommending that the District place the 2010/11 ARC with CERBT. ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: l ype: Prefund Agreement-BOD.pdf Agreement to Prefund Agreement Delegation of Authority-BOD.pdf Delegation of Authority Agreement Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/26/2011 RK/GM 3-0 Roll Call Directors Collett and Hawkins were absent. CALIFORNIA EMPLOYER'S RETIREE BENEFIT TRUST PROGRAM ("CERBT'") AGREEMENT AND ELECTION OF YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT (NAME OF EMPLOYER) TO PREFUND OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS THROUGH CaIPERS WHEREAS (1) Government Code Section 22940 establishes in the State Treasury the Annuitants` Health Care Coverage Fund for the prefunding of health care coverage for annuitants (Prefunding Plan); and WHEREAS (2) The California Public Employees' Retirement System (CaIPERS) Board of Administration (Board) has sole and exclusive control and power over the administration and investment of the Prefunding Plan (sometimes also referred to as CERBT), the purposes of which include, but are not limited to (i) receiving contributions from participating employers and establishing separate Employer Prefunding Accounts in the Prefunding Plan for the performance of an essential governmental function (ii) investing contributed amounts and income thereon, if any, in order to receive yield on the funds and (iii) disbursing contributed amounts and income thereon, if any, to pay for costs of administration of the Prefunding Plan and to pay for health care costs or other past employment benefits in accordance with the terms of participating employers' plans; and WHEREAS (3) YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT (NAME OF EMPLOYER) (Employer) desires to participate in the Prefunding Plan upon the terms and conditions set by the Board and as set forth herein; and WHEREAS (4) Employer may participate in the Prefunding Plan upon (i) approval by the Board and (ii) filing a duly adopted and executed Agreement and Election to Prefund Other Post Employment Benefits (Agreement) as provided in the terms and conditions of the Agreement; and WHEREAS (5) The Prefunding Plan is a trust fund that is intended to perform an essential governmental function within the meaning of Section 115 of the Internal Revenue Code as an agent multiple-employer plan as defined in Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement No. 43 consisting of an aggregation of single-employer plans, with pooled administrative and investment functions, Rev 6173/2010 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT EMPLOYER HEREBY MAKES THE FOLLOWING REPRESENTATION AND WARRANTY AND THAT THE BOARD AND EMPLOYER AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS: A. Representation and Warranty Employer represents and warrants that it is a political subdivision of the State of California or an entity whose income is excluded from gross income under Section 115 (1) of the Internal Revenue Code. B. Adoption and Approval of the Agreement; Effective Date; Amendment (1) Employer's governing body shall elect to participate in the Prefunding Plan by adapting this Agreement and filing with the CaIPERS Board a true and correct original or certified copy of this Agreement as follows: Filing by mail, send to: CaIPERS Constituent Relations Office CERBT (OPEB) P.O. Box 942709 Sacramento, CA 94229-2709 Filing in person, deliver to, CalPERS Mailroom Constituent Relations Office CERBT (OPEB) Attn: Employer Services Division 400 Q Street Sacramento, CA 95811 (2) Upon receipt of the executed Agreement, and after approval by the Board, the Board shall fix an effective date and shall promptly notify Employer of the effective date of the Agreement. (3) The terms of this Agreement may be amended only in writing upon the agreement of both CalPERS and Employer, except as otherwise provided herein. Any such amendment or modification to this Agreement shall be adapted and executed in the same manner as required for the Agreement. Upon receipt of the executed amendment or modification, the Board shall fix the effective date of the amendment or modification. (4) The Board shall institute such procedures and processes as it deems necessary to administer the Prefunding Plan, to carry out the purposes of this Agreement, and to maintain the tax exempt status of the Prefunding Plan. Employer agrees to follow such procedures and processes. Rev 6/23/2010 2 C. Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Cost Reports and Employer Contributions (1) Employer shall provide to the Board an ®PEB cost report on the basis of the actuarial assumptions and methods prescribed by the Board. Such report shall be for the Board's use in financial reporting, and shall be prepared at least as often as the minimum frequency required by GASB 43. This OPEB cost report may be prepared as an actuarial valuation report or, if the employer is qualified under GASB 45 and 57, may be prepared as an Alternative Measurement Method (AMM) report. (a) Unless qualified under GASB 45 and 57 to provide an AMM report, Employer shall provide to the Board an actuarial valuation report. Such report shall be for the Board's use in financial reporting, and shall be prepared at least as often as the minimum frequency required by GASB 43 and 57, and shall be: 1) prepared and signed by a Fellow or Associate of the Society of Actuaries who is also a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries or a person with equivalent qualifications acceptable to the Board; 2) prepared in accordance with generally accepted actuarial practice and GASB 43, 45 and 57; and, 3) provided to the Board prior to the Board's acceptance of contributions for the valuation period or as otherwise required by the Board. (b) If qualified under GASB 45 and 57, Employer may provide to the Board an AMM report- Such report shall be for the Board's use in financial reporting, shall be prepared at least as often as the minimum frequency required by GASB 43 and 57, and shall be, 1) affirmed by Employer's external auditor, or by a Fellow or Associate of the Society of Actuaries who is also a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries or a person with equivalent qualifications acceptable to the Board, to be consistent with the AMM process described in GASB 45; 2) prepared in accordance with GASB 43, 45, and 57; and, 3) provided to the Board prior to the Board's acceptance of contributions for the valuation period or as otherwise required by the Board.. (2) The Board may reject any OPEB cast report submitted to it, but shall not unreasonably do so. In the event that the Board determines, in its sole discretion, that Rev 6/23/?D10 3 the QPEB cost report is not suitable for use in the Board's financial statements or if Employer fails to provide a required QPEB cost report, the Board may obtain, at Employer's expense, an QPEB cost report that meets the Board's financial reporting needs. The Board may recover from Employer the cost of obtaining such QPEB cost report by billing and collecting from Employer or by deducting the amount from Employer's account in the Prefunding Plan. (3) Employer shall notify the Board of the amount and time of contributions which contributions shall be made in the manner established by the Board_ (4) Employer contributions to the Prefunding Plan may be limited to the amount necessary to fully fund Employer's actuarial present value of total projected benefits, as supported by the QPEB cost report acceptable to the Board. As used throughout this document, the meaning of the term "actuarial present value of total projected benefits" is as defined in GASB Statement No. 45. If Employer's contribution causes its assets in the Prefunding Plan to exceed the amount required to fully fund the actuarial present value of total projected benefits, the Board may refuse to accept the contribution. (5) The minimum Employer contribution will be at least $5000 or be equal to Employer's Annual Required Contribution, whichever is less, as that term is defined in GASB Statement No. 45. Contributions can be made at any time following the seventh day after the effective date of the Agreement provided that Employer has first complied with the requirements of Paragraph C. D. Administration of Accounts, Investments, Allocation of Income (1) The Board has established the Prefunding Plan as an agent plan consisting of an aggregation of single-employer plans, with pooled administrative and investment functions, under the terms of which separate accounts will be maintained for each employer so that Employer's assets will provide benefits only under employer's plan. (2) All Employer contributions and assets attributable to Employer contributions shall be separately accounted for in the Prefunding Plan (Employer's Prefunding Account). (3) Employer's Prefunding Account assets may be aggregated with prefunding account assets of other employers and may be co-invested by the Board in any asset classes appropriate for a Section 115 Trust. (4) The Board may deduct the costs of administration of the Prefunding Plan from the investment income or Employer's Prefunding Account in a manner determined by the Board. (5) Investment income shall be allocated among employers and posted to Employer's Prefunding Account as determined by the Board but no less frequently than annually. Re-v 6,/2312010 4 (6) If Employer's assets in the Prefunding Plan exceed the amount required to fully fund the actuarial present value of total projected benefits, the Board, in compliance with applicable accounting and legal requirements, may return such excess to Employer. E. Reports and Statements (1) Employer shall submit with each contribution a contribution report in the form and containing the information prescribed by the Board. (2) The Board shall prepare and provide a statement of Employer's Prefunding Account at least annually reflecting the balance in Employer's Prefunding Account, contributions made during the period and income allocated during the period, and such other information as the Board determines. F. Disbursements (1) Employer may receive disbursements not to exceed the annual premium and other casts of post employment healthcare benefits and other post employment benefits as defined in GASB 43. (2) Employer shall notify CalPERS in writing in the manner specified by CalPERS of the persons authorized to request disbursements from the Prefunding Plan on behalf of Employer. (3) Employer's request for disbursement shall be in writing signed by Employer's authorized representative, in accordance with procedures established by the Board. The Board may require that Employer certify or otherwise establish that the monies will be used for the purposes of the Prefunding Plan. (4) Requests for disbursements that satisfy the requirements of paragraphs (2) and (3) that are received on or after the first of a month will be processed by the 15th of the following month. (For example, a disbursement request received on or between March 1st and March 31st will be processed by April 15th; and a disbursement request received on or between April 1st and April 36th will be processed by May 15th.) (5) CalPERS shall not be liable for amounts disbursed in error if it has acted upon the written instruction of an individual authorized by Employer to request disbursements. In the event of any other erroneous disbursement, the extent of CalPERS' liability shall be the actual dollar amount of the disbursement, plus interest at the actual earnings rate but not less than zero. (6) No disbursement shall be made from the Prefunding Plan which exceeds the balance in Employer's Prefunding Account. Rev 6/2312-310 5 G. Costs of Administration Employer shall pay its share of the costs of administration of the Prefunding Plan, as determined by the Board. H. Termination of Employer Participation in Prefunding Plan (1) The Board may terminate Employer's participation in the Prefunding Plan if (a) Employer gives written notice to the Board of its election to terminate; (b) The Board finds that Employer fails to satisfy the terms and conditions of this Agreement or of the Board's rules or regulations. (2) if Employer's participation in the Prefunding Plan terminates for any of the foregoing reasons, all assets in Employer's Prefunding Account shall remain in the Prefunding Plan, except as otherwise provided below, and shall continue to be invested and accrue income as provided in Paragraph (3) After Employer's participation in the Prefunding Plan terminates, Employer may not make contributions to the Prefunding Plan. (4) After Employer's participation in the Prefunding Plan terminates, disbursements from Employer's Prefunding Account may continue upon Employer's instruction or otherwise in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. (5) After thirty-six (36) months have elapsed from the effective date of this Agreement or at such earlier date as may be approved by the Board in its sole discretion: (a) Employer may request a trustee to trustee transfer of the assets in Employer's Prefunding Account. Upon satisfactory showing to the Board that the transfer will satisfy applicable requirements of the internal Revenue Code and the Board's fiduciary duties, then the Board shall effect the transfer within one hundred twenty (120) days. The amount to be transferred shall be the amount in the Employer's Prefunding Account as of the disbursement date and shall include investment earnings up to the investment earnings allocation date immediately preceding the disbursement date. In no event shall the investment earnings allocation date precede the transfer by more than 120 days. (b) Employer may request a disbursement of the assets in Employer's Prefunding Account. Upon satisfactory showing to the Board that all of Employer's obligations for payment of post employment health care benefits and other post employment benefits and reasonable administrative costs of the Board have been satisfied, then the Board shall Rev 6/23/2010 6 effect the disbursement within one hundred twenty (120) days. The amount to be disbursed shall be the amount in the Employer's Prefunding Account as of the disbursement date and shall include investment earnings up to the investment earnings allocation date immediately preceding the disbursement date. In no event shall the investment earnings allocation date precede the disbursement by more than 120 days- (6) After Employer's participation in the Prefunding Plan terminates and at such time that no assets remain in Employer's Prefunding Account, this Agreement shall terminate. (7) If, for any reason, the Board terminates the Prefunding Plan, the assets in Employer's Prefunding Account shall be paid to Employer after retention of (i) amounts sufficient to pay post employment health care benefits and other post employment benefits to annuitants for current and future annuitants described by the employer's current substantive plan (as defined in GASB 43), and (ii) amounts sufficient to pay reasonable administrative costs of the Board. (S) If Employer ceases to exist but Employer's Prefunding Plan continues to exist and if no provision has been made by Employer for ongoing payments to pay post employment health care benefits and other post employment benefits to annuitants for current and future annuitants, the Board is authorized to and shall appoint a third party administrator to carry out Employer's Prefunding Plan. Any and all costs associated with such appointment shall be paid from the assets attributable to contributions by Employer. (9) If Employer should breach the representation and warranty set forth in Paragraph A., the Board shall take whatever action it deems necessary to preserve the tax-exempt status of the Prefunding Plan- L General Provisions (1) Books and Records. Employer shall keep accurate books and records connected with the performance of this Agreement- Employer shall ensure that books and records of subcontractors, suppliers, and other providers shall also be accurately maintained. Such books and records shall be kept in a secure location at the Employer's office(s) and shall be available for inspection and copying by CaIPERS and its representatives. (2) Audit. (a) During and for three years after the term of this Agreement, Employer shall permit the Bureau of State Audits, CalPERS, and its authorized representatives, and such consultants and specialists as needed, at all Rev 6/23/2010 7 reasonable times during normal business hours to inspect and copy, at the expense of CaIPERS, books and records of Employer relating to its performance of this Agreement. (b) Employer shall be subject to examination and audit by the Bureau of State Audits, CalPERS, and its authorized representatives, and such consultants and specialists as needed, during the term of this Agreement and for three years after final payment under this Agreement. Any examination or audit shall be confined to those matters connected with the performance of this Agreement, including, but not limited to, the costs of administering this Agreement. Employer shall cooperate fully with the Bureau of State Audits, CalPERS, and its authorized representatives, and such consultants and specialists as needed, in connection with any examination or audit. All adjustments, payments, and/or reimbursements determined to be necessary by any examination or audit shall be made promptly by the appropriate party. (3) Notice. (a) Any notice, approval, or ether communication required or permitted under this Agreement will be given in the English language and will be deemed received as follows-- 1 . Personal delivery. When personally delivered to the recipient. Notice is effective on delivery. 2. First Class Mail. When mailed first class to the last address of the recipient known to the party giving notice. Notice is effective three delivery days after deposit in a United States Postal Service office or mailbox.. 3. Certified mail. When mailed certified mail, return receipt requested. Notice is effective on receipt, if delivery is confirmed by a return receipt. 4. Overnight Delivery. When delivered by an overnight delivery service, charges prepaid or charged to the sender's account, Notice is effective on delivery, if delivery is confirmed by the delivery service. 5. Telex or Facsimile Transmission. When sent by telex or fax to the last telex or fax number of the recipient known to the party giving notice. Notice is effective on receipt, provided that (I) a duplicate copy of the notice is promptly given by first-class or certified mail or by overnight delivery, or (ii) the receiving party delivers a written confirmation of receipt. Any notice given by telex or fax shall be Rev 6/23/2010 8 deemed received on the next business day if it is received after 5.00 p.m. (recipient's time) or on a nonbusiness day. 5. E-mail transmission. When sent by e-mail using software that provides unmodifiable proof (i) that the message was sent, (ii) that the message was delivered to the recipient's information processing system, and (iii) of the time and date the message was delivered to the recipient along with a verifiable electronic record of the exact content of the message sent. Addresses for the purpose of giving notice are as shown in Paragraph B.(1) of this Agreement. (b) Any correctly addressed notice that is refused, unclaimed, or undeliverable because of an act or omission of the party to be notified shall be deemed effective as of the first date that said notice was refused, unclaimed, or deemed undeliverable by the postal authorities, messenger or overnight delivery service. (c) Any party may change its address, telex, fax number, or e-mail address by giving the other party notice of the change in any manner permitted by this Agreement. (d) All notices, requests, demands, amendments, modifications or other communications under this Agreement shall be in writing. Notice shall be sufficient for all such purposes if personally delivered, sent by first class, registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, delivery by courier with receipt of delivery, facsimile transmission with written confirmation of receipt by recipient, or e-mail delivery with verifiable and unmodifiable proof of content and time and date of sending by sender and delivery to recipient. Notice is effective on confirmed receipt by recipient or 3 business days after sending, whichever is sooner. (4) Modification This Agreement may be supplemented, amended, or modified only by the mutual agreement of the parties. No supplement, amendment, or modification of this Agreement shall be binding unless it is in writing and signed by the party to be charged. (5) Survival All representations, warranties, and covenants contained in this Agreement, or in any instrument, certificate, exhibit, or other writing intended by the parties to be a part of their Agreement shall survive the termination of this Agreement until such time as all amounts in Employer's Prefunding Account have been disbursed. Rev 6/23/2010 9 (6) Waiver No waiver of a breach, failure of any condition, or any right or remedy contained in or granted by the provisions of this Agreement shall be effective unless it is in writing and signed by the party waiving the breach, failure, right, or remedy. No waiver of any breach, failure, right, or remedy shall be deemed a waiver of any other breach, failure, right, or remedy, whether or not similar, nor shall any waiver constitute a continuing waiver unless the writing so specifies. (7) Necessary Acts, Further Assurances The parties shall at their own cost and expense execute and deliver such further documents and instruments and shall take such other actions as may be reasonably required or appropriate to evidence or carry out the intent and purposes of this Agreement. Rev 6123/2010 10 A majority vote of Employer's Governing Body at a public meeting held on the day of the month of in the year authorized entering into this Agreement. Signature of the Presiding Officer: Printed Name of the Presiding Officer: Name of Governing Body: Name of Empioyer: - Date: BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM BY _ ALAN MILLIGAN ACTUARIAL AND EMPLOYER SERVICES BRANCH CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES" RETIREMENT SYSTEM To be completed by CalPERS The effective date of this Agreement is: Rev 6/23/2010 11 Ca1FERS DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO REQUEST DISBURSEMENTS RESOLUTION OF THE Board of Directors (GOVERNING BODY) OF THE Yorba Linda Water District (NAME OF EMPLOYER) The Board of Directors delegates to the incumbents in (GOVERNING BODY) the positions of General Manager and (TITLE) Finance Director authority to request on behalf (TITLE) - of the Employer disbursements from the Other Past Employment Prefunding Plan and to certify as to the purpose for which the disbursed funds will be used. By Title Witness Date OPEB Delegation of AL]tharity (2107) ITEM NO. 9.1 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 26, 2011 Subject: Executive Administrative-Organizational Committee (Beverage/Hawkins) • Minutes of meeting held January 18, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. (To be provided at the meeting.) • Meeting scheduled February 4, 2011 at 11:30 a.m. ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: Type: 011811 EAO - Minutes.doc CAC Mtg Minutes 01/18/11 Minutes MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT EXEC-ADM IN-ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITTEE MEETING January 18, 2011 A meeting of the Executive-Administrative-Organizational Committee was called to order by Director Beverage at 4:00 p.m. The meeting was held at the District's Administrative Office at 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870. COMMITTEE STAFF Director Michael J. Beverage, Chair Ken Vecchiarelli, General Manager Director Phil Hawkins 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2.1. Alternative Work Schedule The Committee members briefly shared their respective viewpoints on the recommended action and discussed options for possible trial periods. The Chair recommended staff present the item to the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) for their review and input at their meeting January 24, 2011. 2.2. Board of Directors and Committee Meeting Minutes The Committee again shared their viewpoints and recommended also taking this item to the CAC. 2.3. Board of Directors Compensation Mr. Vecchiarelli reported there were errors in the staff report and noted the corrections. The Committee suggested taking this item to the full Board of Directors for their consideration at the first meeting in February. 2.4. Board of Directors Travel Expense Reimbursement Policy The Committee reviewed the report and expressed the desire to have revisions considered, including a cumulative total for expenses over the duration of the trip or conference, rather than a strict daily amount. Also, the expenses identified for certain locations did not seem high enough for accommodations and travel. Staff will look into these areas and report back at the next Executive-Administration-Organizational Committee Meeting. 1 2.5. District Purchasing Policy The Committee recommended bringing this item back to the next Executive-Administration-Organizational Committee for review with the General Manager's recommendation for limits to report to the board on items that may fall within the budget approval and authority but still should be reported for better transparency and disclosure. 2.6. Customer Service Feedback Report This item was referred to the Public Information-Technology Committee for future review and consideration. 2.7. Employee Productivity-Innovation-Communications Committee Activities Report The Committee recommended changes to the organization of the employee committee for the new year and confirmed their attendance at the upcoming Board Workshop. 2.8. General Counsel's Monthly Summary Report The Committee reviewed the report and had no comments. 2.9. Director's and General Manager's Fees and Expenses (Oct-Dec 2010) Changes were noted in the report, which will be revised and brought back to the next Executive-Administration-Organizational Committee Meeting on February 4, 2011. 2.10. Water Conservation Ordinance (Verbal Report) The Committee briefly revisited their discussion form the prior meeting. 2.11 Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks All action was recommended on each of the existing items as taken. 3. ADJOURNMENT 3.1. The Committee adjourned at 5:45 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Executive-Administrative-Organizational Committee will be held February 4, 2011 at 11:30 a.m. 2 ITEM NO. 9.6 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 26, 2011 Subject: MWDOC/OCWD Ad Hoc Committee (Beverage/Hawkins) • Minutes of meeting held January 25, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. (To be provided at the meeting.) • Meeting scheduled March 22, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: Type: 012511 MWDOC OCWD - Minutes.doc MWDOC/OCWD Ad Hoc Mtg Minutes 01/25/11 Minutes MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT MWDOC AND OCWD AD HOC COMMITTEE MEETING January 25, 2011 A meeting of the YLWD/MWDOC/OCWD Ad Hoc Committee was called to order at 4:00 p.m. The meeting was held at the District's Administrative Office at 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870. YLWD COMMITTEE MEMBERS YLWD STAFF Director Michael J. Beverage, Chair Ken Vecchiarelli, General Manager Director Gary T. Melton MWDOC COMMITTEE MEMBERS MWDOC STAFF Director Brett Barbre Karl Seckel, Asst General Manager OCWD COMMITTEE MEMBERS OCWD STAFF Director Roger Yoh (Unable to attend) Mike Markus, General Manager VISITORS Mark Schock 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 2. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2.1. Water Supply Conditions Mr. Seckel began the conversation reporting on the current year to date precipitation as higher than normal compared to averages for this time of year, combined with above average snowpack levels in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and in the Colorado Rockies. Statewide, the water supply situation looks good for this time of year with current allocation of the State Water Project already at 50%, which is higher than normal for this early in the year. Mr. Seckel also noted that the weather patterns are forecasted to be drier than normal for the remainder of the year, which could result overall as just an average year. Mr. Seckel also reported that demands are down within the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) service area trending at 1.75 million acre feet (MAF) compared to the budget which estimated 1.9 MAF for the year. On the positive side, MWD is restoring storage levels in their system quicker than anticipated. On the negative side, the decreased sales are resulting in lower revenues. MWD is currently reviewing the situation for the year and looking at opportunities to make adjustments. Mr. Markus reported on the underground aquifer (basin) conditions which are expected to experience higher than average recharge rates. He also 1 shared that Orange County Water District (OCWD) is currently forecasting a steady or slightly higher basin production percentage (BPP, i.e., allowable pumping) at 62%-65%, with only minor adjustments in the replenishment assessment (RA) at $249-$265, which is the rate charged per acre foot pumped and is used to purchase water to refill the basin. Mr. Markus also noted that this past December was the wettest December on record and unfortunately, the vast majority of the rainfall captured behind Prado Dam had to be released to the ocean for flood control purposes and to protect property. The Committee discussed the role of the Army Corps of Engineers and the beneficial and cooperative water conservation management between them and OCWD. However, during the rainy seasons, water conservation behind the dam is secondary to flood control and storm water management. Mr. Markus also reported on other positive incidental recharge and storage that has occurred and will continue to occur as the runoff and water that soaks into the soils makes its way to the riverbed and the aquifer. 2.2. MWDOC/Member Agencies Settlement Agreement Status Mr. Seckel and Mr. Barbre gave a joint report on the history behind the settlement agreement and the current status of execution between the Municipal Water District of Orange County (MWDOC) and its 28 member agencies. It was reported that nineteen agencies are needed to execute the agreement before the MWDOC Board will consider executing it. Currently, only one of the ten south county agencies that precipitated the negotiations, which culminated with the Settlement Agreement, had approved its execution. While others are expected to follow this action, there was some skepticism expressed that all ten south county agencies would follow suit. It is anticipated that the north agencies (including YLWD) would wait and see whether the agreement is executed by the precipitating south county agencies, before considering action by their respective governing bodies. 2.3. OC-51 Progress Mr. Vecchiarelli gave a brief history on the MWD connection, its current use and configuration and its ultimate configuration. Messrs. Seckel and Barbre also discussed past and future attempts to assist YLWD in cutting through the thick red tape and MWD and misunderstandings of the project intent and purpose. Mr. Barbre expressed optimism that with recent changes in the MWD Board leadership, this project should move forward more quickly and result in a more favorable outcome for YLWD. 2.4. OCWD Annexation and Potential Well Sites Mr. Markus reported the OCWD Board approved a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) consultant for the project and that a kick off meeting was held with the participating agencies. He estimated a nine month process to complete the environmental analysis and reported that monthly meetings with all the groundwater producers would keep all stakeholders involved with the process. Mr. Vecchiarelli explained the 2 benefits of the annexation to YLWD and where the current boundaries are for the basin within YLWD's service area. The Committee briefly discussed the history behind past annexation decisions and why the matter has been so contentious over the past decade and a half. 2.5. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks The Committee agreed to keep the existing items on the next agenda for status reports and updates. 3. ADJOURNMENT 3.1. The Committee adjourned at 5:25 p.m. The next regular meeting of the YLWD/MWDOC/OCWD Ad Hoc Committee will be held March 22, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. 3 ITEM NO. 9.7 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 26, 2011 Subject: Citizens Advisory Committee (Beverage) • Minutes of meeting held January 24, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. (To be provided at the meeting.) • Meeting scheduled February 28, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: Type: 012411 - CAC Minutes.doc CAC Mtg Minutes 01/24/11 Minutes MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING January 24, 2011 1. CALL TO ORDER A meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) was called to order at 8:30 a.m. by Chair Carl Boznanski. The meeting was held at the District's Administrative Office at 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870. COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT Carl Boznanski, Chair Lindon Baker Bill Guse Greg Myers, Vice Chair Richard Bogda Modesto Llanos Oscar Bugarini Gene Scearce Cheryl Spencer Borden YLWD DIRECTORS PRESENT YLWD STAFF PRESENT Michael Beverage, Director Ken Vecchiarelli, General Mgr Damon Micalizzi, PI Officer Cindy Botts, Mgmt Analyst OTHER VISITORS Fred Hebein Wayne Miller Nola Hastings Mark Schock 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Schock informed the Committee of an anonymous letter he received accompanying a copy of a news article from San Diego concerning a pension spike for a Vallecitos Water District Official. Several others, including staff and Director Beverage indicated that they too received the mailing or were aware of the news story. This was the first CAC meeting attended by Nola Hastings, Fred Hebein and Wayne Miller. Each introduced themselves and expressed interest in joining the Citizens Advisory Committee. 3. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3.1. Citizens Advisory Committee Structure, Re-Organization and Membership The Committee decided to maintain the current organizational structure until the Board of Directors appoints new Committee Members in March. The newest member of the Committee inquired about a written statement of purpose, written goals, objectives, powers and authority of the Committee. The Chair, staff and other members of the Committee responded to this and questions regarding the frequency of meetings. Director Beverage also responded as to goals and objectives for the Committee and stated that the Board has responded to the CAC's request 1 for additional matters to consider and to provide feedback to the Board on these matters. Consequently, Items 3.3 and 3.4 were added to this agenda by recommendation of the Board Executive-Administration- Organizational Committee (EAO). The items were considered at the Executive-Administration-Organizational Committee Meeting on January 18 and will be considered in parallel by the CAC. 3.2. City of Yorba Linda Sewer Transfer Mr. Vecchiarelli updated the Committee on the current status of discussions regarding the potential transfer of sewer facilities between the City of Yorba Linda and the District. The Committee discussed their role in this matter and decided that they would take no further action on this item until both agencies conclude their discussions and any associated negotiations. This Item will continue to appear on future CAC agendas until action is considered by the governing bodies of the two agencies involved. 3.3. Board of Directors and Committee Meeting Minutes Mr. Vecchiarelli presented the Committee with a report outlining the current practices of various other water agencies in the region for taking Board Meeting Minutes. After discussion, the Committee decided unanimously, to recommend to the Board of Directors that their meetings be audio taped for archive and playback on the District's website. The audio tapes will provide a means to prepare the printed summary of the Board Meeting minutes, which should provide a reasonable synopsis of the discussion and Board deliberation, and will be considered the permanent record once approved. The duration that the audio tapes should be retained will be at the discretion of the YLWD Board. 3.4. Alternative Work Schedule Mr. Vecchiarelli and Ms. Botts presented to the Committee a report detailing the options and potential benefits of a fixed alternative work schedule that would result in the District's offices being closed on every other Friday, in correspondence with the City of Yorba Linda. In addition, a 4/10 alternative work schedule was explored wherein the District's offices would be closed every Friday. The report identified further cost savings and employee benefits with the 4/10 schedule, which the report recommended for further consideration. After much discussion, the Committee decided to continue the item until the next meeting, so they could review more thoroughly the materials provided to them and asked that staff present additional information, including feedback from a larger sampling of the customer base than was used for the initial study. 3.5. Future Agenda Items In addition to the Continued Items, the Committee requested an update on the Elk Mountain Practice Field Project. Director Beverage also suggested that the results of the QualServe Employee Survey be brought to the Committee in the future. Director Beverage also shared that the Board 2 was scheduled to hold two additional workshops in the next two months, one on rate structures and financial planning, and the other on the budget. Thus, there will be no lack of substance for future consideration by the CAC. 4. ADJOURNMENT 4.1. The Committee adjourned at 10:11 a.m. The next regular meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee will be held February 28, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. 3 ITEM NO. 11.1 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 26, 2011 Subject: Meetings from January 28, 2011 - February 28, 2011 ATTACHMENTS: Name: Dosciiption: a ype: BOD - Activity Calendar.pdf BOD Activity Calendar Backup Material Board of Directors Activity Calendar Event Date Time Attendance by: January 2011 ISDOC Thu, Jan 27 11:30AM Beverage Board of Directors Special Meeting Sat, Jan 29 9:OOAM February 2011 Yorba Linda City Council Tue, Feb 1 6:30PM Melton MWDOC/MWD Workshop Wed, Feb 2 8:30AM Melton/Staff OCWD Board Wed, Feb 2 5:30PM Kiley/Staff Planning-Engineering-Operations Committee Meeting Thu, Feb 3 4:OOPM Melton/Collett WACO Fri, Feb 4 7:30AM Hawkins Exec-Admin-Organizational Committee Meeting Fri, Feb 4 11:30AM Beverage/Hawkins Finance-Accounting Committee Meeting Mon, Feb 7 8:OOAM Collett/Kiley Public Information-Technology Committee Meeting Mon, Feb 7 4:OOPM Hawkins/Melton Personnel-Risk Management Committee Meeting Tue, Feb 8 4:OOPM Kiley/Beverage Yorba Linda Planning Commission Wed, Feb 9 7:OOPM Kiley Board of Directors Regular Meeting Thu, Feb 10 8:30AM Exec-Admin-Organizational Committee Meeting Tue, Feb 15 4:OOPM Beverage/Hawkins Yorba Linda City Council Tue, Feb 15 6:30PM Melton MWDOC Board Wed, Feb 16 8:30AM Melton/Staff OCWD Board Wed, Feb 16 5:30PM Kiley/Staff Board of Directors Workshop Meeting Thu, Feb 17 8:OOAM Yorba Linda Planning Commission Wed, Feb 23 7:OOPM Collett Board of Directors Regular Meeting Thu, Feb 24 8:30AM 1/21/2011 12:29:09 PM ITEM NO. 12.1 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 26, 2011 Subject: MWDOC Water Policy Forum & Dinner - February 24, 2011 (Kiley) MWDOC Inspection Trip of the State Water Project and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta - February 25-26, 2011 (Kiley/Melton) ACWA DC Conference - March 1-3, 2011 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors authorize Director attendance at the above listed events. ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: Type: MWDOC_Water _Policy Forum.pdf Event Flyer Backup Material MWDOC Inspection Trip.doc Event Flyer Backup Material ACWA DC Conference.pdf Event Flyer Backup Material Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/26/2011 GM/RK 3-0 Directors Collett and Hawkins were absent. The Board authorized Director attendance at all the listed events with the exception of the ACWA DC Conference. MUIV'ICIPAL WATER POLICY FORUM Ft DINNER WATER RIOT DIST FEATURING OF F ORANGE JOHN V. (JACK FOLEY, P.E. COUNTY CHAIRMAN METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FEBRUARY 24, 2011 EVENT ' Dear Ken, February 24, 2011 The Municipal Water District of Orange County 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (MWDOC) invites you and your colleagues to its Water Policy Forum & Dinner on Thursday, February EVENT ' ' 24, 2011, from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. The event will be Westin South Coast Plaza held at the Westin South Coast Plaza, located at 686 Anton Blvd., 686 Anton Blvd. in Costa Mesa. Costa Mesa, CA 92626 We are pleased to welcome as our guest of honor and keynote speaker, Colonel John V. (Jack) Foley, P.E., Chairman of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. Chairman Foley has represented Orange County on the Board of the Metropolitan i Water District since 1989 and served two terms as Chairman from 1993-1998. This is an outstanding opportunity for policy makers, community and business leaders, water industry professionals, and others to hear Chairman Foley outline his vision and priorities for Metropolitan as he begins his third term. Registration for this event is $75 per person, which Drivinp, Directions includes the pre-dinner reception honoring Chairman Foley, three-course dinner, and self-parking. MWDOC CALENDAR OF EVENTS For additional event information, contact Tiffany Baca March 23-24, 2011: at (714) 593-5013 or tbaca(c)mwdoc.com. Children's Water Education Sincerely, Festival May 20, 2011: Joan C. Finnegan O.C. Water Summit Board President Municipal Water District of Orange County For more information about EVENT REGISTRATION MWDOC events and activities, Online registration is now available by clicking the link please visit www.mwdoc.com. below. Register Now! Please register by Friday, February 18, 2011 so that we may provide the hotel with an accurate head count and ensure that you receive your requested entree. Also, any cancellations received after this date and event "no shows" will be billed. Itinerary Inspection Trip of the State Water Project and the Sacramento San Joaquin Delta Central Basin Municipal Water District Municipal Water District of Orange County I , I\ J Sponsored by 5 _ Director Phillip D. Hawkins Director Brett R. Barbre Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Friday and Saturday, February 25-26, 2011 Friday, February 25 Central Basin Municipal Water District Departure 6:00 a.m. _ Assemble at Central Basin MWD 6252 Telegraph Road, Commerce, CA Phone: 213/369-1731 Breakfast, welcome and introductions. Load Bus 6:30 a.m. _ Depart Central Basin MWD for Burbank Airport 7:15 a.m. _ Arrive Burbank Airport; check luggage; proceed to gate 8:05 a.m. _ Depart Burbank on Southwest Flight #862 to Sacramento Municipal Water District of Orange County (MWDOC) Departure 6:30 a.m. _ Director Barbre guests arrive and assemble at Orange County Airport; check luggage; proceed to Southwest gate 7:30 a.m. _ Depart Orange County to Sacramento on Southwest Flight #1166 Sacramento 8:20 a.m. & 8:55 a.m. _ Both flights arrive Sacramento; pick up luggage; board chartered bus 9:30 a.m. _ Depart Sacramento Airport for Oroville 11:00 a.m. _ Arrive Oroville; pick up Department of Water Resources (DWR) Representative for tour of the Feather River Fish www.mwdh2o.com Hatchery; BBQ lunch at the Oroville Dam Visitor's Center As a visitor to the hatchery, you will witness how humans have intervened to help Mother Nature ensure the continuation of spring and fall run Chinook salmon and steelhead trout. Salmon and steelhead, raised at the hatchery, are released in the river or in San Francisco Bay, to find their way to the Pacific Ocean where they mature. After two to three years in the ocean, they instinctively return to their natal origins - through the Delta, up the Sacramento River to the Feather River and the hatchery. Oroville Dam is on the Feather River above the city of Oroville in Butte County, California. It creates Lake Oroville, generates electricity, and provides drinking and irrigation water for Central and Southern California. The dam, lake and other facilities are owned & operated by the State of California Department of Water Resources and is part of the California State Water Project. 2:45 p.m. _ Depart Oroville for MWD's Legislative Offices 4:00 p.m. _ Arrive MWD's Legislative Offices; Legislative Update 5:30 p.m. _ Depart for Embassy Suites, Old Sacramento 6:00 p.m. _ Arrive Embassy Suites 100 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA Phone: 916/326-2500 (Managers complimentary Happy Hour until 7 p.m.) 7:15 p.m. _ Assemble at the front desk; walk to Rio City Restaurant (2 blocks) on the wharf in Old Sacramento 7:30 p.m. _ Arrive Rio City Restaurant, Old Town Sacramento; dinner (Optional stroll in Old Sacramento following dinner) Saturday, February 26 7:00 a.m. _ Complimentary Embassy Suites made-to-order breakfast begins 7:30 a.m. _ Resolving a Crisis Delta Presentation by Curt Schmutte, Delta expert before departure to Delta 9:00 a.m. _ Depart for Delta passing Freeport, Clarksburg to Hood 9:30 a.m. Arrive at Hood; view potential intake location; discuss potential fish screens www.mwdh2o.com 10:00 a.m. _ Arrive Delta Cross Channel; discuss 10:45 a.m. _ Depart for Twitchell Island through towns of Walnut Grove, Ryde and Isleton 11:00 a.m. _ Arrive Twitchell Island carbon capture farming, and set- back levee project 11:30 p.m. _ Arrive Sherman Island; levee restoration discussion Sherman Island is an island in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta at the confluence of the two rivers in Sacramento County northeast of Antioch. The 5,500 ha (14,000 acres) island is the meeting point of Sacramento-, Solano-, and Contra Costa- Counties, and is bordered on the north and northwest by the Sacramento River, on the northeast by Three Mile Slough, and on the east, and south west by the San Joaquin River. The southwest of the island features a large marshy area and Sherman Lake where there is fishing and other water sports. 12:30 p.m. _ Lunch at Rusty Porthole, Bethel Island. Franks Tract discussion. Contact: Rose (925) 642-2601 1:30 p.m. _ Depart for Skinner Fish Salvage Facility and Banks Pumping Plant 2:00 p.m. _ Arrive and meet Eric Kassahn, Operations Manager, Skinner Fish Salvage Facility; tour of salvage equipment; depart to Banks Pumping Plant; tour Operated by the California Department of Water Resources since 1968, the Skinner Fish Facility serves as a giant screen to keep fish away from the pumps at Banks. The facility, located about 2 miles upstream from the Banks Pumping Plant, diverts more than 15 million fish a year from the pumps and returns them to the Delta. 3:30 p.m. _ Depart Banks Pumping Plant for Oakland Airport; wrap- up discussions Located in the south Delta at Tracey, the Harvey O. Banks Pumping Plant marks the beginning of California Aqueduct. The 11 pumps lift water from Clifton Court Forebay 244 feet into the 444-mile aqueduct terminating at Castaic (west) and Paris (east) lakes. 4:30 p.m. _ Arrive Oakland Airport; check luggage; proceed to gate(s) Central Basin Departure 5:25 p.m. Depart Oakland on Southwest Flight #3385 for Burbank 6:30 p.m. _ Arrive Burbank airport; pick up luggage 7:00 p.m. _ Meet and board Shuttle Bus for Commerce www.mwdh2o.com 7:45 p.m. _ Arrive Central Basin MWD, Commerce - Farewell to Central Basin group!! MWDOC Departure 5:45 p.m. _ Depart Oakland on Southwest Flight #1230 for Orange County Airport 7:05 p.m. _ Arrive Orange County Airport; pick up luggage 7:30 p.m. _ Farewell to Orange County group!!! In case of emergency during this trip, telephone contact to our group may be made through MWD's 24-hour Security Watch Center, 800/555-5911. Inform the operator that you are calling for a State Water Project Inspection Trip with Director Phil Hawkins and Director Brett Barbre, Bernie Stillions and Phyllis Ortman (213/810-6106). Participation on this inspection trip by certain California governmental officials will constitute a reportable gift under California and local ethics laws. The estimated reportable expense for this trip is $600. Please contact Bernie Stillions at MWD at bstillionsa,mwdh2o.com or call 213/217-7811 to receive the actual reportable expense if you are required to report gifts. www.bewaterwise.com www.mwdh2o.com Mlj T D Usk" k ~ `4 .=ti r r ~Gr`•~w . . . =*-;.~a~, ~ w i{fy~pY, .;yf 4 "^yFF~1t f °Y - :d' - r, Yw+ f th'h~ k t 4{". If f ~ 'r. K n i I v- N. l 4F fi.f J Y t • # r ICON We! r.lrfi - P j F -FULL 4 - r 3 -.rYY • .fir r Association of California Water Agencies Sirm 1910 • ACWA's 2011 Washington, D.C. Conference REGISTER TODAY! March 1 - 3, 2011 www.acwa.com Washington Court Hotel, Washington, D.C. Association of California Water Agencies Since 1910 • 910 K Street, Suite 100, Sacramento, CA 95814-3577 ACWA'S 1 WASHINGTON, I CONFERENCE - March 1-3,,2011 about This conference provides a unique opportunity to meet with members of the I 12th Congress and the Obama administration. Meeting highlights include: learning key Congressional Committee agendas, understanding the direction of federal agencies, and developing insights about where Congress is headed this year. PRELIMINARY AGENDA i~ir r ~iyv. Y r ~R~l - Tuesday, March 1 - r,.a 6 - 8 p.m. Opening Reception (Conference attendees & spouses are invited. Others by invitation only.) Wednesday, March 2 r 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Welcome, ACWA President, Paul Kelley Full Breakfast & Keynote Speaker ~~li s[ic~ 9:45 -11:45 a.m. Obama Administration Speakers Noon -1:30 p.m. Senate Lunch Program 1:50 p.m. Group Photo Capitol Visitors'Center Steps 1,11*t ` Y i 1 - 2:15 - 5:15 p.m. House Speech Program r. s .rs. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Congressional Reception Thursday, March 3 r• 8 - 9:15 a.m. Breakfast & Closing Speaker 9:15 a.m. Issue Group Leaders' Panel 10 a.m. Conference Adjourns t?~ WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR ACWA ADVANTAGE PRICING? SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM The following people are eligible for ACWA Advantage pricing: ' ' peers your support for ACWA. If your organization is an A(WA public agency • Any ACWA member organization's officers/directors. member, affiliate or associate, you have the • Any employee on an ACWA public agency member, Affiliate or Associate organization's payroll. opportunity to show your colleagues your • Any individual or honorary life member. support for the California water community. • Any ACWA board member whose fee is paid for by a member agency. • Any state or federal administrative or legislative personnel in elective, appointive or Sponsorship opportunities for the 2011 staffing positions. D.C. Conference include: • Staff of ACWA/JPIA Water Education Foundation or California Water Awareness Campaign. Opening Reception If you are interested in learning more aboutjoining ACWA, contact Linda Anderson at Breakfasts (916) 441-4545 or lindaa@acwa.com. 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