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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-01-24 - Board of Directors Meeting Agenda Packet Yorba Linda Hater District AGENDA YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING Thursday, January 24, 2013, 8:30 AM 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL Gary T. Melton, President Robert R. Kiley, Vice President Michael J. Beverage Ric Collett Phil Hawkins 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. SPECIAL RECOGNITION 6.1. Recognition of Employees for Their Service to the District • Lee Cory, Operations Manager (15 Years) 7. 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. 7.1. Minutes of the Board of Directors Regular Meeting held January 10, 2013 Recommendation. That the Board of Directors approve the minutes as presented. 7.2. Minutes of the Board of Directors Workshop Meeting held January 14, 2013 Recommendation. That the Board of Directors approve the minutes as presented. 7.3. Payments of Bills, Refunds, and Wire Transfers Recommendation. That the Board of Directors ratify and authorize disbursements in the amount of$1,009,066.60. 7.4. Final Progress Payment and Notice of Completion for Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades, Phase 1 Recommendation. That the Board of Directors approve Final Progress Payment in the net amount of$6,992 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. and authorize staff to file the Notice of Completion and release the retention thirty-five days following recordation, if no liens have been filed; release the Labor and Material Bond; and release the Faithful Performance Bond in one year if no defects have been found for the construction of the Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades Project, Phase 1. Job No. J2011-08. 8. ACTION CALENDAR This portion of the agenda is for items where staff presentations and Board discussions are needed prior to formal Board action. 8.1. Revised Personnel Rules to Include At-Will Employment for Unrepresented Positions Recommendation. That the Board of Directors approve Resolution No. 13-01 adopting the revised District Personnel Rules. 8.2. Staff Participation in 2013 Water Leaders Class Recommendation. That the Board of Directors concur with the Acting General Manager's recommendation that Derek Nguyen be authorized to participate in WEF's Water Leader Class of 2013, with the District paying $1,500 towards tuition, as well as program-related costs for travel and expenses, in accordance with District policies and procedures. 8.3. YLWD Signage for Board Room Recommendation. That the Board of Directors approve the design for the Board Room at the cost of$1,715.76 to be taken out of the Public Affairs Budget for 2012- 2013. 9. REPORTS, INFORMATION ITEMS, AND COMMENTS 9.1. President's Report 9.2. Directors' Report • CSDA Effective Board Member/AB1234 Training - January 22, 2013 (Kiley) • MWDOC Water Policy Forum & Dinner - January 23, 2013 (Kiley/Melton) 9.3. Acting General Manager's Report 9.4. General Counsel's Report 9.5. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks 10. COMMITTEE REPORTS 10.1. Executive-Administrative-Organizational Committee (Melton/Kiley) • Minutes of meeting held January 15, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. • Meeting scheduled February 27, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 10.2. Finance-Accounting Committee (Hawkins/Melton) • Meeting scheduled January 28, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 10.3. Personnel-Risk Management Committee (Collett/Beverage) • Minutes of meeting held January 16, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. • Meeting scheduled February 5, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 10.4. Planning-Engineering-Operations Committee (Kiley/Hawkins) • Minutes of meeting held January 3, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. • Meeting scheduled February 7, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. 10.5. Public Affairs-Communications-Technology Committee (Beverage/Collett) • Minutes of meeting held January 7, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. • Minutes of meeting held January 21, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. (To be provided at the next regular Board meeting.) • Meeting scheduled February 4, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 10.6. YLWD-City of Placentia Joint Agency Committee (Melton/Hawkins) • Meeting to be scheduled. 10.7. YLWD-MWDOC-OCWD Joint Agency Committee (Beverage/Melton) • Minutes of meeting held January 22, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. (To be provided at the next regular Board meeting.) • Meeting scheduled March 26, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 10.8. Citizens Advisory Committee (Beverage) • Meeting scheduled January 28, 2013 at 8:30 a.m. 11. INTERGOVERNMENTAL MEETINGS 11.1. WACO - January 11, 2013 (Hawkins/Kiley) 11.2. YL City Council - January 15, 2013 (Collett) 11.3. MWDOC Board - January 16, 2013 (Melton/Staff) 11.4. OCWD Board - January 16, 2013 (Kiley/Staff) 11.5. YL Planning Commission - January 23, 2013 (Melton) 12. BOARD OF DIRECTORS ACTIVITY CALENDAR 12.1. Meetings from January 25, 2013 - Feburary 28, 2013 13. CONFERENCES, SEMINARS, AND SPECIAL EVENTS This section of the agenda is for the Board of Directors to authorize Director attendance at the listed events. 13.1. WEF Bay-Delta Tour - June 12-14, 2013 Recommendation. That the Board of Directors authorize Director attendance at this event if desired. 14. CLOSED SESSION The Board may hold a closed session on items related to personnel, labor relations and/or litigation. The public is excused during these discussions. 14.1. Conference with Legal Counsel — Pending Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code Name of Case: ACWA/JPIA, et al. vs. Insurance Company of the State of Pennsylvania, et al. (OC Superior Court - Case No. 00486884) Name of Case: MAMCO, Inc. vs. YLWD (OC Superior Court - Case No. 00595177) Name of Case: OCTA vs. YLWD (OC Superior Court - Case No. 00606042) Name of Case: OCTA vs. Amelia De Agundez et al. (OC Superior Court - Case No. 00598169) and related cases. 15. ADJOURNMENT 15.1. A Board of Directors workshop meeting is scheduled Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors will be held Thursday, February 14, 2013 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. 7.1 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Subject: Minutes of the Board of Directors Regular Meeting held January 10, 2013 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors approve the minutes as presented. ATTACHMENTS: Name Description: Type: 011013 BOD - Minutes.doc BOD Mtg Minutes 01/10/13 Minutes Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/24/2013 RC/RK 4-0-1 PH was absent. MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING Thursday, January 10, 2013, 8:30 a.m. 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870 1. CALL TO ORDER The January 10, 2013 Regular Meeting of the Yorba Linda Water District Board of Directors was called to order by President Melton at 8:31 a.m. The meeting was held in the Board Room at the District's Administrative Building located at 1717 East Miraloma Avenue in Placentia, California 92870. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE President Melton led the pledge. 3. ROLL CALL DIRECTORS PRESENT STAFF PRESENT Gary T. Melton, President Steve Conklin, Acting General Manager Robert R. Kiley, Vice President Lee Cory, Operations Manager Michael J. Beverage Gina Knight, Human Resources and Risk Mgr Ric Collett Stephen Parker, Finance Manager Phil Hawkins Art Vega, Interim Information Technology Mgr Damon Micalizzi, Public Information Officer Annie Alexander, Executive Secretary ALSO PRESENT Tom Lindsey, Mayor, City of Yorba Linda Eugene Hernandez, Councilmember, City of Yorba Linda Art Kidman, Partner, Kidman Law LLP Andrew Gagen, Partner, Kidman Law LLP Eddy Beltran, Senior Counsel, Kidman Law LLP '910h, MR 4. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA Mr. Conklin 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. 12.2. MWDOC Water Policy Forum & Dinner— January 23, 2013 Recommendation. That the Board of Directors authorize Director attendance at this event if desired. Director Kiley requested to remove Item No. 6.4. from the Consent Calendar. Director Beverage made a motion, seconded by Director Collett, to add Item No. 12.2 to the agenda. Motion carried 5-0. 1 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS Councilmember Hernandez introduced himself and explained that he had been designated as the City's liaison to the District and that he was looking forward to working with YLWD. Mayor Lindsey addressed the Board and thanked the Directors for all that they do. He explained that he was in receipt of two letters from the District, the first advising the City that Directors Collett and Kiley had been assigned to attend the City Council meetings and the second, requesting that the City Council consider forming a joint agency committee with the District. Mayor Lindsey thanked the Board for the invitation to form this committee and stated that he would be requesting that this matter be added to a future City Council meeting for consideration. Mayor Lindsey then noted that a statement in the District's minutes from the December 20, 2012 Board meeting incorrectly identified Councilmember Young as being assigned to the Orange County Sanitation District when in fact it was Councilmember Anderson who had been reassigned to fulfill that responsibility. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Director Kiley made a motion, seconded by Director Collett, to approve the Consent Calendar (with the exception of Item No. 6.4.). Director Beverage abstained from voting on Check No. 60495 on Item No. 6.2. Motion carried 5-0. 6.1. Minutes of the Board of Directors Regular Meeting Held December 20, 2012 Recommendation. That the Board of Directors approve the minutes as presented. 61 ASK- 6 Payments of Bills Refunds and Wire Transfers Recommendation. That the Board of Directors ratify and authorize disbursements in the amount of$626,605.14. 4W W 6.3. Approval of Change Order No. 19 for Pressure Regulating Stations Upgrade Project, Phase 1 Recommendation. That the Board of Directors approve Change Order No. 19 to add $7,360 and 18 calendar days for final quantity adjustments to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for construction of the Pressure Regulating Stations Upgrade Project, Job No. 201108. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE ACTION 6.4. Sole-Source Proposal for Yorba Linda Blvd Pump Station SCADA Integration Services Mr. Conklin briefly explained why staff was recommending that RKI provide a sole-source proposal for SCADA integration services for the Yorba Linda Blvd Booster Station Project. Director Kiley stated that the Planning-Engineering-Operations Committee had discussed this matter and supported staff's recommendation. 2 Director Beverage made a motion, seconded by Director Collett, to authorize execution of a Professional Services Agreement with RKI for a not-to-exceed amount of $25,000 to provide Yorba Linda Blvd Booster Pump Station SCADA Integration Services, in accordance with RKI's proposal of December 19, 2012. Motion carried 5-0. 7. ACTION CALENDAR 7.1. Appointment of Committee Members for Placentia Joint-Agency Standing Committee Mr. Conklin explained that the District had also approached the City of Placentia with a request to form a joint agency committee with the District. The City Council agreed and assigned Councilmembers Nelson and Yamaguchi to sit on a water issues sub-committee. President Melton stated that he would like to appoint two Board members, himself and Director Hawkins, to serve on this new committee. Director Beverage made a motion, seconded by Director Kiley, to appoint Directors Melton and Hawkins to serve on the Placentia Joint-Agency Standing Committee. Motion carried 5-0. The first meeting of this committee will be scheduled at a later date. 8. DISCUSSION ITEMS X1h%hNh1. 8.1. Maintenance Division 2012 Activities Report Mr. Conklin explained that Mr. Cory had presented the Planning-Engineering- Operations (PEO) Committee with a report detailing the accomplishments of the Maintenance Division over the previous year. The Committee then requested that this presentation also be provided to the Board of Directors. Mr. Conklin noted that this division was charged with the important responsibility of maintaining $680M worth of water and sewer facilities for the District. This division also made it possible for the District to deliver approximately 7.4 billion gallons of water to 23,900 service connections over the last calendar year. Mr. Conklin then commended the staff in this division for their diligent work. Mr. Cory explained that this division's activity was monitored by the PEO Committee on a monthly basis and that while it was not noted in the annual report, staff members in this division had also addressed over 1,000 customer complaints in the field during the last year. Director Kiley stated that this report was very useful and that it might be beneficial for the other Committee's to receive a similar annual report as well. 9. REPORTS, INFORMATION ITEMS, AND COMMENTS 9.1. President's Report President Melton reported that he had been invited to speak at the Pat Nixon Republican Women Federated General Dinner in February. 3 9.2. Directors' Report Director Collett requested that the Bay-Delta Tour being offered by the Water Education Foundation be added to the next Board meeting agenda for consideration. Director Beverage asked about participation in a webinar being offered by ACWA/JPIA regarding Robert's Rules of Order. Ms. Alexander explained that Directors could participate in the webinar using their home computer if desired. Director Kiley reported that he and Director Hawkins had the opportunity to attend the swearing-in ceremony for Todd Spitzer and Janet Nguyen who are both serving on the Orange County Board of Supervisors. Director Kiley also noted that Darcy Burke's mother had recently passed away and thanked staff for expressing the District's condolences. He commended her work on arranging the wonderful MWDOC tours and suggested that a representative from the District attend the funeral if possible. Director Kiley also expressed his sadness at the recent passing of public television star Huell Howser. Director Hawkins requested that staff look in to arranging a facilities tour for newly elected city officials. wk 9.3. Acting General Manager's Report Mr. Conklin reported that staff had received a letter from LAFCO notifying the District that their agency would be conducting a municipal service review of YLWD's sphere of influence very shortly. This matter will be discussed at the next Executive-Administrative-Organizational Committee meeting. Mr. Conklin explained that staff is currently in the process of converting to 100% groundwater throughout the entire distribution system. While a small number of customers may detect a difference in taste and odor during the transition, it is strictly an aesthetic issue. Complaints are being addressed by the Water Quality Division. Mr. Conklin further reported that staff had received the administrative draft Environmental Impact Report for the OCWD Annexation. Staff and legal counsel will be reviewing the document over the next 3 weeks. Staff is expecting that the OCWD Board will consider this matter in August 2013. Mr. Conklin announced that Mr. Cory would shortly be retiring after serving the District for 15 years. Mr. Conklin will be appointing John DeCriscio as the Acting Operations Manager following Mr. Cory's departure and while recruitment for the position is being conducted. President Melton suggested that staff publicize the fact that YLWD has concluded its construction on Yorba Linda Blvd and that the work on this street is now being conducted by SCE. 4 Mr. Conklin then briefly reported on the status of various capital improvement projects. 9.4. General Counsel's Report Mr. Kidman commented on the length of time involved in the request for annexation to OCWD and wished everyone a Happy New Year. 9.5. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks None. 10. COMMITTEE REPORTS 10.1. Executive-Administrative-Organizational Committee (Melton/Kiley) Minutes of the meeting held December 17, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. were provided in the agenda packet. NW Next meeting is scheduled January 15, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 10.2. Finance-Accounting Committee (Hawkins/Melton) kqqq� Minutes of the meeting held December 18, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. were provided in the agenda packet. Next meeting is scheduled January 28, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 10.3. Personnel-Risk Management Committee 14 (Collett/Beverage) Next meeting is scheduled January 16, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. Ift 1W 10.4. Planning-Engineering-Operations Committee (Kiley/Hawkins) Minutes of the meeting held December 13, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. were provided in the agenda packet. Minutes of the meeting held January 3, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. will be provided at the next regular Board meeting. Next meeting is scheduled February 7, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. 10.5. Public Affairs-Communications-Technology Committee (Beverage/Collett) Minutes of the meeting held December 19, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. were provided in the agenda packet. 5 Minutes of the meeting held January 7, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. will be provided at the next regular Board meeting. Next meeting is scheduled February 4, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 10.6. YLWD-MWDOC-OCWD Joint Agency Committee (Beverage/Melton) Next meeting is scheduled January 22, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 10.7. Citizens Advisory Committee (Beverage) A& Minutes of the meeting held December 17, 2012 at 8:30 a.m. were provided in the agenda packet. Meeting scheduled January 28, 2013 at 8.30 a.m. 11. INTERGOVERNMENTAL MEETINGS cow 11.1. MWDOC/MWD Workshop - January 2, 2013 (Melton/Staff) Director Melton attended and commented on reports regarding seismic improvements being made at the Diemer Filtration Plant and the water supply conditions for the upcoming year that were provided at the meeting. V&AMW -Rook 11.2. OCWD Board - January 2, 2013 (Kiley/Staff) Director Kiley attended but did not have any District related business to report. At President Melton's request, Mr. Conklin then provided a brief overview of the purpose of the District's request for annexation to OCWD. 11.3. YL Planning Commission - January 9, 2013 (Hawkins) (No report for this meeting was provided as this item was inadvertently overlooked.) MW 12. BOARD OF DIRECTORS ACTIVITY CALENDAR 12.1. Meetings from January 11, 2013 - February 28, 2013 The Board reviewed the activity calendar and made no changes. Director Hawkins stated that he would not be in attendance at the next regular Board meeting. 12.2. MWDOC Water Policy Forum & Dinner- January 23, 2013 Director attendance at this event was unanimously approved by the Board. 6 13. CLOSED SESSION The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session at 9:12 a.m. All Directors were present. Also present were Mrs. Knight and Messrs. Conklin, Kidman, Gagen and Beltran. 13.1. Conference with Legal Counsel — Pending Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code Name of Case: ACWA/JPIA, et al vs. Insurance Company of the State of Pennsylvania, et al (OC Superior Court — Case No. 00486884) Or 1 Name of Case: MAMCO, Inc. vs. Yorba Linda Water District (OC Superior Court — Case No. 00595177) Name of Case: OCTA vs. YLWD (OC Superior Court — Case No. 00606042) Name of Case: OCTA vs. Amelia De Agundez et al. (OC Superior Court — Case No. 00598169) and related cases. The Board reconvened in Open Session at 9:50 a.m. President Melton announced that no action was taken during Closed Session that was required to be reported under the Brown Act. 14. ADJOURNMENT 6, IL If 14.1. The meeting was adjourned at 9:51 a.m. The next regular meeting of the I N1% Board of Directors will be held Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 8:30 a.m. Steve Conklin Board Secretary 7 ITEM NO. 7.2 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Subject: Minutes of the Board of Directors Workshop Meeting held January 14, 2013 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors approve the minutes as presented. ATTACHMENTS: Description: Type: 011413 BOD - Minutes.doc BOD Mtg Minutes 01/14/13 Minutes Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/24/2013 RC/RK 4-0-1 PH was absent. MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS WORKSHOP MEETING Monday, January 14, 2013, 9:00 a.m. 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870 1. CALL TO ORDER The January 14, 2013 Yorba Linda Water District Board of Directors Workshop Meeting was called to order by President Melton at 9:07 a.m. The meeting was held in the Board/Training Room at the District's Administration Building located at 1717 East Miraloma Avenue in Placentia, California 92870. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE President Melton led the pledge. 3. ROLL CALL DIRECTORS PRESENT OTHER ATTENDEES Gary T. Melton, President Scott Tiedemann, Managing Partner, LCW Robert R. Kiley, Vice President Eddy Beltran, Partner, Kidman Law LLP Michael J. Beverage Ric Collett Phil Hawkins STAFF PRESENT Gina Knight, HR and Risk Manager Derek Nguyen, Water Quality Engineer Lee Cory, Operations Manager Diane Dalton, Sr Maint Dis Operator Stephen Parker, Finance Manager Jeff McDonald, Sr Maint Dis Operator Art Vega, Interim IT Manager Joe Polimino, Project Engineer Amelia Cloonan, HR Analyst John Brundahl, Sr Plant Operator Annie Alexander, Executive Secretary John DeCriscio, Chief Plant Operator Anthony Manzano, Sr Project Manager Ken Mendum, Water Maint Superintendent Dave Barmer, Sr Maint Dis Operator Mike Kiddie, Sr Fleet Mechanic Delia Lugo, Sr Accountant Rick Walkemeyer, SCADA Administrator 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 5. PRESENTATIONS 5.1. "Managing the Marginal Employee," presented by Leibert Cassidy Whitmore Mrs. Knight introduced Mr. Tiedemann and explained that he would be providing the attendees with a presentation regarding managing the marginal employee. Mr. Tiedemann then discussed the following topics and responded to questions from the audience: ■ Characteristics and common traits of a marginal employee. 1 • Impact of a marginal employee on work quality/quantity, morale and agency credibility. • Tools for motivating a marginal employee including effective supervision, evaluation and discipline. 6. ADJOURNMENT 6.1. The meeting was adjourned at 12:12 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors will be held Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 8:30 a.m. Steve Conklin Board Secretary 2 ITEM NO. 7.3 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Budgeted: Yes To: Board of Directors Cost Estimate: $1,009,066.60 Funding Source: All Funds From: Steve Conklin, Acting General Manager Presented By: Stephen Parker, Finance Manager Dept: Finance Prepared By: Maria Trujillo, Accounting 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. Pursuant to law, staff is hereby submitting the list of disbursements for Board of Directors' approval. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors ratify and authorize disbursements in the amount of$1,009,066.60. DISCUSSION: The wires and major item on this disbursement list are as follows: A wire of$477,118.39 to MWDOC for November water purchase; a wire of$69,969.03 to OCWD for Fiscal Year 2011-2012 annexation charge; and, a check of$49,652.67 to Kidman Law for December legal services rendered. The balance of $180,160.11 is routine invoices. The Accounts Payable check register total is $776,900.20; Payroll No. 1 total is $232,166.40; and, the disbursements of this agenda report are $1,009,066.60. A summary of the checks is attached. PRIOR RELEVANT BOARD ACTION(S): The Board of Directors approves bills, refunds and wire transfers semi-monthly. ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: Type: CkReg12413 BOD.pdf Check Register Backup Material 13-CS 124.doc Cap Sheet Backup Material 13 CC 124.xls Credit Card Summary Backup Material Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/24/2013 RC/RK 4-0-1 PH was absent. RC abstained from voting on Check No.60576 as he has a financial interest with the vendor. Yorba Linda Water District Check Register For Checks Dated: 1/11/2013 thru 1/24/2013 Check No. Date Vendor Name Amount Description 60527 01/24/2013 Apollo Technologies Inc. 430.00 WTR TRTMT/CLSD LOOPS 60528 01/24/2013 Aqua-Metric Sales Co. 2,689.06 WHS STOCK 60529 01/24/2013 Aramark 299.67 UNIFORM 60546 01/24/2013 ARC 213.00 PLANWELL DATA NETWK 60530 01/24/2013 Associated Laboratories 2,093.70 LAB ANALYSES NOVEMBER 60531 01/24/2013 Autoscribe Corporation 246.25 TRX/PYMT VISION GATWY DEC 60534 01/24/2013 B&M Lawn and Garden Inc 19.38 CHAIN LOOP 60532 01/24/2013 Bank Of America 10,925.77 REWARDS VISA 60533 01/24/2013 Battery Systems Inc 414.00 UNIT 136 GROUP 31 BATTERY 60545 01/24/2013 C& L Refrigeration Corp. 931.10 MIRALOMA MAINT DECEMBER 60535 01/24/2013 CalCard US Bank 13,706.78 CAL CARD VISA PROGRAM 60537 01/24/2013 CDW Government, Inc 659.97 IT SUPPLIES 60538 01/24/2013 Chambers Group Inc. 3,229.59 HIDDEN HILLS DECEMBER 60548 01/24/2013 CHANTE ALLEN 111.36 CUSTOMER REFUND 60539 01/24/2013 City Of Anaheim 25,613.24 LAKEVW,RICHFIELD DEC, JAN 60540 41/24/2013 City Of Placentia 159.25 ROW PERM/SHERWOOD VIL 60541 01/24/2013 City Of Placentia 6,056.70 SWR FEES/PLACENTIA DECEMBER 60542 01/24/2013 City Of Yorba Linda 8,000.00 J1120 PERMIT/INSP FEES 60543 01/24/2013 City Of Yorba Linda 9,335.00 J1213 REIMBICIVIL ENG DES FEES 60544 01/24/2013 Clinical Lab.Of San Bern. 1,345.00 LAB ANALYSES DECEMBER 60547 01/24/2013 CPS Human Resource Services 492.80 HR TECH TESTING MATL 60549 01/24/2013 Culligan of Santa Ana 1,660.15 WTR SOFTENER SVC 60550 01/24/2013 Dell Marketing L.P. 2,166.92 0PTIPLEX 9010 MINITWR 60552 01/24/2013 Delta Wye Electric, Inc. 2,355.00 PUMP STATION ELECTRICAL 60551 01/24/2013 DeltaCare USA 376.59 DELTA DENTAL JANUARY 60553 01/24/2013 DME Incorporated 714.49 HIGHLAND 1&5 GASKETS 60554 01/24/2013 Doxo Inc 1,800.00 DOXO ANNUAL BILLING 60555 01/24/2013 Eduardo Gutierrez 120.00 CERT VVTR DIST GR III 60556 01/24/2013 Equarius Waterworks 3,15522 R900I METER 60557 01/24/2013 EyeMed 1,344.68 VISION JANUARY 2013 60524 01/24/2013 FERNANDO DE LA OSSA 18.53 CUSTOMER REFUND 60523 01/24/2013 Frank Berry 133.75 CUSTOMER REFUND 60558 01/24/2013 Fry's Electronics 192.85 NETGEAR SWITCH, HEAT SHRINK 60560 01/24/2013 G.M.Sager Construction Co., Inc. 20,800.00 PAVING REPAIRIVAR SITES 60559 01/24/2013 Gary Melton 159.32 CRWUA CONF LV DEC 60561 01/24/2013 Infosend Inc. 12,745.58 BILL MAILING 60562 01/24/2013 Jackson's Auto Supply-Napa 107.09 MISC VEHICLE PARTS 60522 01/24/2013 JAMES PIZZOLA 105.48 CUSTOMER REFUND 60563 01/24/2013 Karen Shea 133.43 FIRST AID SUPPLIES 60554 01/24/2013 Kidman Law 49,65267 LEGAL SERVICES DECEMBER 60565 01/24/2013 Konica Minolta Business 384.11 COPY CHARGE 0552 60566 01/24/2013 Konica Minolta Business 851.20 BIZHUB 0552,181, C220 60525 01/24/2013 LAGUNA PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL 138.89 CUSTOMER REFUND 60526 01/24/2013 LOC NGUYEN 36.16 CUSTOMER REFUND 60567 01/24/2013 LPR-Laser Printer Repair Co 259.02 SVC CALL-REPAIR HP4250 60568 01/24/2013 Marina Landscape, Inc 1,409.15 LANDSCAPE MAINT DECEMBER 60569 01/24/2013 Mc Fadden-Dale Hardware 191.38 PURCH DEC,JAN 60570 01/24/2013 Merchants Building Maintenance LL[ 5,488.86 JANITORIAL JANUARY W11113 01/11/2013 Municipal Water District 477,118.39 WATER PURCHASE NOVEMBER 60571 41/24/2013 Muzak LLC 141.76 MUZAK VOICE NOV,JAN 60572 41/24/2013 NatPay Online Business Solutions 23.85 DOCULIVERY DECEMBER 60573 01/24/2013 Dickey Kard Lock Inc 4,130.64 FUEL DECEMBER 60574 01/24/2013 Orange County-I W M D 585.82 REFUSE DISPOSAL DECEMBER W12413 01/24/2013 Orange County Water District 69,969.03 ANNEXATION CHARGE FY11-12 60581 01/24/2013 P.T.I.Sand&Gravel, Inc. 609.73 CLS II BASE 60575 01/24/2013 Parts Source Anaheim 97.15 UNIT 186 DEKA BATTERIES 60576 01/24/2013 Placentia Disposal#676 480.66 DISPOSAL DECEMBER 60577 01/24/2013 Plumbers Depot Inc. 1,069.20 UNITS 136,154 LEADER-TGR TAIL 60578 01/24/2013 Powerstride Battery 178.92 BATTERY 60579 01/24/2013 Praxair Distribution 119.95 ALL G/E CYLINDER RENTAL 60580 01/24/2013 Prudential Group Insurance 3,189.06 L/T DISABILITY JANUARY 60582 01/24/2413 Quinn Power Systems Associates 2,382.23 WELL 1 PARTS 60583 01/24/2013 Reed&Davidson, LLP 1,827.80 SVCS/FAIR POL PRATICE OCT-DEC 60584 01/24/2013 Safety-Kleen Systems Inc 331.15 PARTS WASHER SVC 60521 01/24/2013 SARA SHIPMAN 112.58 CUSTOMER REFUND 60536 01/24/2013 SARBS-CWEA 50.00 COLLECTIONS SEMINAR MENDUM 60585 01/24/2013 Schorr Metals, Inc. 116.50 GAL PIPE CUTTING CHGS 60586 01/24/2013 Selman Chevrolet Company 185.03 UNIT 165 HARNESS, HOSE 60587 01/24/2013 South Coast AQMD 3,400.48 HIGHLAND EMMISSIONS 2012 60588 01/24/2013 Southern Calif Edison Co. 1,848.87 MIRALOMA, PLUMOSA DEC 60589 01/24/2013 Southern Calif Gas Co. 11,681.32 RICHFIELD, GRN CREST DEC 60590 01/24/2013 Stephen Parker/Petty Cash 162.76 PETTY CASH/OFFICE 60591 01/24/2013 Sunrise Medical Group 120.00 HEP B GUTIERREZ 60592 01/24/2013 Terryberry Company 98.05 RETIREMENT GIFT CORY 64593 01/24/2013 Time Warner Cable 999.40 FIBER I NET 60594 01/24/2013 TrucParCo 193.95 UNIT 136 ALTERNATOR 60595 01/24/2013 Underground Service Alert 133.50 NEW TICKETS 60596 01/24/2013 Verizon Wireless 2,17180 VERIZON DECEMBER 60597 01/24/2013 Yorba Linda Hardware 79.88 PURCH DECEMBER Total $776,900.20 January 24, 2013 CHECK NUMBERS: Computer Checks 60521-60597 $ 229,812.78 WIRES: W-11113 MWDOC $ 477,118.39 W-12413 OCWD $ 69,969.03 $ 547,087.42 TOTAL OF CHECKS AND WIRES $ 776,900.20 PAYROLL NO. 1: Direct Deposits $ 147,631.91 Third Party Checks 5470-5481 $ 44,589.33 Payroll Taxes $ 39,945.16 TOTAL OF PAYROLL $ 232,166.40 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DISBURSEMENT TOTAL: $ 1,009,066.60 ------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------ APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTE ORDER AT BOARD MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2013 ------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------ Rewards Visa Bank of America 01/02/2013-01/14/2013 Date Vendor Name Amount Description 01/08/13 Wells Supply 10,925.77 WHS stock TOTAL 10,925.77 Cal Card Credit Card U S Bank 01/02/2013-01/14/2013 Date Vendor Name Amount Description 01/02/13 Subway 27.64 Lunch/Management mtg 01/03/13 Brown and Caldwell 400.00 Ads/Water Jobs-Meter Rdr, PT RecClk 01/03/13 PCW Microsystems 227.63 Rack Panel 01/03/13 Accessory Geeks 96.75 Cell phone accessories 01/03/13 Roseborough Tools 104.95 Concrete tools 01/03/13 Staples 30.16 Appointment book 2013 01/07/13 Light Bulbs Etc 339.84 Light Bulbs 01/07/13 KB Design 678.56 YLWD Caps and Tshirts 01/08/13 Inland Group 3,910.40 Winter 2012 Newsletter 01/08/13 AWWA 85.00 Membership Dues Cinklin 01/08/13 RMJ Technologies 309.03 Monitoring svc 01/08/13 Navis Pack&Ship 1,852.85 Pack/Ship svcs-Mtr Test Bench 01/08/13 El Pollo Loco 17.69 Lunch/Finance Section mtg 01/08/13 Walmart 38.75 Storage bins/District Christmas decor 01/08/13 Edible Arrangements 146.00 Symp fruit basket/MWDOC D Burke 01/08/13 CSDA 225.00 Registration/CSDA Gov Found Melton 01/08/13 CSDA 225.00 Registration/CSDA Eff Board Mem Kiley 01/08/13 Hilton Palm Springs 161.82 Lodging/UWI Conference Kiley 01/08/13 Urban Water Institute 425.00 Registration/UWI Conf Kiley 01/08/13 Praxair 97.73 Welding supplies 01/08/13 Staples 419.02 Printer ink and genl office supply 01/09/13 AWWA-CA/NV 285.00 Registration-D4/D5 review Sosa 01/09/13 AWWA-CA/NV 185.00 Registration-Wtr Wells Comm Sosa 01/09/13 Costco 316.39 Dixie Hot Cup 01/10/13 Answer One 669.30 Answering service 01/10/13 Smart& Final 268.39 HR Workshop 01/10/13 USPS 18.88 Return shiipping chgs/Maintenance 01/14/13 Solarwinds 2,145.00 SCADA security/Lic Config Mgr TOTAL 13,706.78 ITEM NO. 7.4 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Budgeted: Yes Total Budget: $750,000 To: Board of Directors Cost Estimate: $6,992 Funding Source: All Water Funds From: Steve Conklin, Acting General Account No: 101-2700 Manager Job No: J2011-08 Presented By: Steve Conklin, Acting General Dept: Engineering Manager Reviewed by Legal: N/A Prepared By: Derek Nguyen, Water Quality CEQA Compliance: Exempt Engineer Subject: Final Progress Payment and Notice of Completion for Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades, Phase 1 SUMMARY: Work is complete for the construction of the Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades Project. Submitted for consideration is Final Progress Payment and request for authorization to file the Notice of Completion for the project. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors approve Final Progress Payment in the net amount of $6,992 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. and authorize staff to file the Notice of Completion and release the retention thirty- five days following recordation, if no liens have been filed; release the Labor and Material Bond; and release the Faithful Performance Bond in one year if no defects have been found for the construction of the Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades Project, Phase 1. Job No. J2011-08. DISCUSSION: In accordance with the contract documents, Vido Samarzich, Inc. submitted a request for Final Progress Payment in the amount of $6,992 for completed work through November 30, 2012. During this period, the contractor completed construction of four pressure reducing stations including concrete vaults, hatches, valves, ductile iron piping, flowmeter manifolds, and a block building for the above-grade pressure reducing station. The current contract amount is $679,878.19 and 171.5 calendar days starting June 12, 2012. • If approved, Final Progress Payment is $7,360 (100% of contract amount, less 5% retention of $368 for a net payment of $6,992). • The time expended through January 31, 2012 is 171 calendar days (99.7% of the contract duration of 171.5 days total). Staff reviewed the contractor's final progress payment and recommend approval. A copy of the Final Progress Payment is attached for your reference. STRATEGIC PLAN: SR 3-A: Complete Implementation of Five Year Capital Improvement Plan from FY 2011-2015 with adopted amendments PRIOR RELEVANT BOARD ACTION(S): • On May 10, 2012 the Board of Directors awarded the construction contract in the amount of $597,020 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for the construction of the Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades, Job No. 2011-08. • On July 12, 2012, the Board of Directors approved Change Order No. 1 for 27 additional work days and no additional cost to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for the construction of the Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades, Job No. 2011-08. • On August 9, 2012 the Board of Directors approved Change Orders 2 & 3 for 3 additional work days and $14,904.07 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for the construction of the Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades, Job No. 2011-08. • On August 9, 2012, the Board of Directors approved Progress Payment No. 1 in the net amount of $86,601.12 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for the construction of the Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades, Job No. 2011-08. • On September 27, 2012, the Board of Directors approved Change Orders 4, 5 & 6 for a combined three additional work days and $10,512.09 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for the construction of the Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades, Job No. 2011-08. • On September 27, 2012, the Board of Directors approved Progress Payment No. 2 in the net amount of $214,529.64 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for the construction of the Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades, Job No. 2011-08. • On October 11, 2012, the Board of Directors approved Change Orders No. 7-10 for one-half additional work day and $2,820.33 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for construction of the Pressure Regulating Stations Upgrade Project, Job No. 2011-08. • On October 11, 2012, the Board of Directors approved Progress Payment No. 3 in the net amount of $139,178.34 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for the construction of Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades Project, Job No. 2011-08 • On November 8, 2012, the Board of Directors approved Change Orders No. 11-14 for six additional work days and $25,568.49 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for the construction of the Pressure Regulating Stations Upgrade Project, Job No. 2011-08. • On November 8, 2012, the Board of Directors approved Progress Payment No. 4 in the net amount of $105,480.13 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for the construction of Pressure Regulating Station Upgrades Project, Job No. 2011-08. • On December 20, 2012, the Board of Directors approved Change Orders No. 15-18 for three additional work days and $21,693.21 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for construction of the Pressure Reducing Stations Upgrade Project, Job No. 2011-08. • On December 20, 2012, the Board of Directors approved Progress Payment No. 5 in the net amount of $93,103.05 to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for construction of Pressure Regulating Stations Upgrades Project, Job No. 2011-08. • On January 10, 2013, the Board of Directors approved Change Order No. 19 to add $7,360 and 18 calendar days for final quantity adjustments to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for construction of the Pressure Regulating Stations Upgrades Project, Job No. 2011-08 ATTACHMENTS: Description: Type: Vido Samarzich Final Progress Payment 01172013.pdf Final Progress Payment Report Backup Material Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/24/2013 RC/RK 4-0-1 PH was absent. YCRBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT FINAL PROGRESS PAY REPORT PROJECT Pressure Regulating Station FINAL PROGRESS PAY FINAL Upgrades REQUEST NO. LOCATION Yorta Linda,CA PROJECT NO. 201108 PA 1 OF 1 PAGES GE CONTRACTOR Vldo Samarxich,Inc. DATE January 17, 2013 ORIGINAL CONTRACTAMOUNT: $ 597,020,00 AUTHORIZED CHANGE ORDERS: $ 82,858.19 REVISED CONTRACT AMOUNT: $ 679,878.19 PROGRESS PAY ESTIMATE FOR PERIOD December 1,2092 TO December 34 2042 PREVIOUS THIS MONTH TO DATE VALUE OF WORK COMPLETED? S 597.p24 OD .OQ S587 a20.DO CHANGE ORDER WORK COMPLETED] $ 75.498.99 $7 380.06 $ 82 858.19 TOTAL,VALUE OF WOFZK COMPLETED $ e72,518.19 $7.360,00 $ 67%878,19 LESS RETENTION 51A $ 33,093. LESS OTHER DEDVOTIONS Electronic Wire Fees $NET EARNED TO DATE $ 645 884.28 LESS AMOUNT PREVIOUSLY PAID $ 638.e92.29 BALANCE DUE THIS ESTIMATE $ 6,992-00 NOTICE TO PROCEED .tune 12,2042 COMPLETION TIME 449 CALENDAR DAYS APPROVED TIME EXTENSIONS 79 CALENDAR DAYS TOTAL CONTRACT TIME 199 CALENDAR DAYS TIME EXPENDED TO DATE tit❑ CALENDAR DAYS TIME REMAINING D CALENDAR DAYS 'f REQUESTED BY: DATE: ! 1 -7 1 Vido Samarzic i r ent Contractor f RECOMMENDED: a DATE: f ,717,113 qen, ro M alter,YLWD APPROVED BY: DATE: Steve Conklin,Acting General Manager,YLWD ITEM NO. 8.1 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 To: Board of Directors From: Steve Conklin, Acting General Manager Presented By: Gina Knight, HR/Risk Manager Dept: Human Resources/Risk Management Reviewed by Legal: Yes Prepared By: Gina Knight, HR/Risk Manager Subject: Revised Personnel Rules to Include At-Will Employment for Unrepresented Positions i SUMMARY: The purpose of this report is to request that the Board of Directors review and consider the proposed revised language to Rule 1.02 Coverage of the District's Personnel Rules to include At- Will employment for future Unrepresented employees that are hired after approval of Resolution No. 13-01. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors approve Resolution No. 13-01 adopting the revised District Personnel Rules. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: The Personnel-Risk Management Committee reviewed this matter at its meeting held on January 16, 2013 and supports staff's recommendation. DISCUSSION: On December 20, 2012, staff presented a report to the Board of Directors to consider At-Will employment for future unrepresented District employees. Staff presented two options for consideration. Option A referred to only management positions becoming At-Will. Option B referred to both management and supervisory/confidential positions becoming At-Will. The Board of Directors discussed both options at length, concluded with supporting Option B and directed staff to bring back a Resolution to implement the change. A condition of this proposed change is that employees who are in a management or supervisory/confidential position at the time the Board approves At-Will employment would be "grandfathered-in," meaning that their property interest rights would be retained. Attached to this report are copies of Resolution No. 13-01 and the page showing the revisions to Rule 1.02 of the District's Personnel Rules. Please contact the Executive Secretary at (714) 701- 3021 if you would like to request a copy of the Personnel Rules in its entirety. ATTACHMENTS: Description: Type: Resolution No. 13-01-Personnel Rules- Revised to include At- Resolution No. 13-01 Backup Material Will for Unrepresented Positions.doc Document.pdf Revised Rule 1.02 of the District's Personnel Rules Backup Material Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/24/2013 MB/RC 4-0-1 Roll Call PH was absent. RESOLUTION NO. 13-01 RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT ADOPTING PERSONNEL RULES FOR THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT WHEREAS, The proper administration of employer-employee relations is significantly facilitated by virtue of the District enacting comprehensive Personnel Rules and Regulations giving structure to the myriad employer-employee issues to be regularly addressed by representatives of the District and its employees; and WHEREAS, Pre-existing District Personnel Rules and Regulations have not fully and appropriately allowed for facilitation by the District of orderly, efficient and equitable employment relations; and WHEREAS, The District recognizes that adoption and implementation of Exhibit 1 is in the interest of the District and those employees affected by the Personnel Rules and Regulations. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District as follows: Section 1. Exhibit 1 (Personnel Rules — Yorba Linda Water District) is hereby adopted and deemed implemented concurrent with passage and adoption of this Resolution. Section 2. Any and all pre-existing Personnel Rules and Regulations and any Resolution(s) having adopted any such document, are hereby rescinded. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 24th day of January, 2013, by the following called vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Gary T. Melton, President Yorba Linda Water District Resolution No. 13-01 Adopting Personnel Rules 1 ATTEST: Steve Conklin, Secretary Yorba Linda Water District REVIEWED AS TO FORM BY SPECIAL COUNSEL: Richard M. Kreisler, Esq. Liebert Cassidy Whitmore Resolution No. 13-01 Adopting Personnel Rules 2 0 Yorba Linda Water District PERSONNEL RULES January 24, 2013 Yorba Linda Water District page 2 Personnel Rules RULE 1. PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY 1.01 PURPOSE These rules establish the policies, principles and procedures for dealing with personnel matters. The intent of these rules is to establish a practical system based upon merit principles that shall provide effective and efficient service to the public. This objective shall be sustained through uniform, fair and equitable procedures which provide reasonable rights for employees. These rules describe the District's Classification and Compensation system along with employee benefits. They also define work schedules, overtime, standby and call-out requirements; and spell out the District's criteria and expectations regarding employment, selection and promotion, while providing protection and due process for employees in matters related to discipline and grievances. 1.02 COVERAGE These rules apply to employees in the Competitive Service, unless a broader coverage is expressly extended by a specific provision within these rules. The Competitive Service includes all full-time and part-time positions except the following: A. General Manager B. Employees hired on or after January 24, 2013, to serve in the following positions: Finance Manager, Human Resources/Risk Manager, Operations Manager, Information Technology Manager, Engineering Manager, Chief Plant Operator, Public Information Officer, Senior Project Manager, Water Maintenance Superintendent, Information Systems Administrator, Customer Service Supervisor, Executive Secretary, Human Resources Analyst, Management Analyst, Human Resources Technician, Senior Accountant, Senior Construction Inspector, Water Quality Engineer, Project Engineer and SCADA Administrator ("Unrepresented Employees"). This exception shall include existing District employees who are promoted to one of these positions on or after January 24, 2013. C. Temporary Employees and part time employees working less than 30 hours per week The General Manager and the individuals describe in Section 1.02(B), above, are at- will employees of the District and serve at the will of the General Manager, or in the case of the General Manager, at the will of the Board of Directors, and may be dismissed without cause or right of appeal. ITEM NO. 8.2 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Budgeted: Yes Total Budget: $2,850 To: Board of Directors Cost Estimate: $1,500 + expenses Funding Source: Operating Funds From: Steve Conklin, Acting General Account No: 1-4040-0810-00 Manager Presented By: Steve Conklin, Acting General Dept: Engineering Manager Prepared By: Steve Conklin, Acting General Manager Subject: Staff Participation in 2013 Water Leaders Class SUMMARY: The District's Water Quality Engineer, Derek Nguyen, has been selected by the Water Education Foundation (WEF) to participate in its Water Leaders Class of 2013. The program is primarily funded through grants, with partial support from tuition fees. Tuition is $3,000 for the year-long program, which helps cover attendance at Foundation events. Derek requested and received a program scholarship to cover $1,500 of the cost. Funds have been budgeted in the Engineering Department Water Quality Section Budget to cover the remaining $1,500 tuition cost, as well as the costs for travel and expenses for meetings in Sacramento. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors concur with the Acting General Manager's recommendation that Derek Nguyen be authorized to participate in WEF's Water Leader Class of 2013, with the District paying $1,500 towards tuition, as well as program-related costs for travel and expenses, in accordance with District policies and procedures. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: The Personnel-Risk Management Committee reviewed this matter at its meeting held on January 16, 2013 and supports staff's recommendation. DISCUSSION: In a letter dated December 19, 2012, Derek was notified that he was selected from 60 candidates to be one of 20 participants in the upcoming WEF Water Leader Class of 2013. A copy of that letter and information describing the Water Leader Class program is attached. As described in the attachment, the Water Leaders Class is a one-year program that identifies young community leaders from diverse backgrounds, including members of minority and ethnic communities, and educates them about water issues. The program enhances individual leadership skills and prepares participants to take an active, cooperative approach to decision-making about water resource issues. Leading stakeholders and top policy-makers serve at mentors to class members. Staff is very pleased and proud that Derek was selected as a participant, and recommends that the Committee concur that Derek be authorized and funded to participate. STRATEGIC PLAN: WE 1-F: Encourage Staff Participation in Professional Organizations and Local Civic Groups ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: Type: WEF Leader Class.pdf WEF Water Leader Class Backup Material Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/24/2013 RC/MB 4-0-1 PH was absent. .1" L;99L;g December 19. 2012 WA:aR EDUC,A-[TDN Derek Nguyen FOUNDATION Yorba Linda Water District i J 7 h Suit, 3 7 i 1717 E N raloma A e c,[z:, cntr,CA 078 Pb-nt,:916-44-6240 Placentia,C 92683 Fay X31644.5- ��ww.is•al.Lrixlalc�ciz n.or Dear MrIN U e u ww.Aqu-,sfornia,cr tin PRFSi1-h C 1YiHi..R-WE, Thank you or your application to the 2013 Water Leaders'Class sponsored Kt«MVQI =ti.t— i:nnixs by the Water Education Foundation. We are pleased to announce that I..ei�nir:l.+irr.•.ur.nb Gicml oa have been selected to join this unique,one-year program. L iW.xxa f'r+hlrr Urilrnn ix+ewi.ron IR£ASl]RFR,►LIC1r.d I.Sores �ECLn1 .DIRECTOR. A briefuig by representatives of various water interest groups will be held at the Foundation office in Sacramento on Tuesday, January 29-2013 from .,t, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 P.m. with a reception immediatelyfollowin� F..Mf.—I..k T,4 r k miter P.Au a �....�... W—r At this mandatory orientation you will also learn more about the program and your responsibilities,and meet your fellow classmates. This is the only i:—:;-(:L ;.,,Ik 11 orientation offered. Q Um i iitl _Sbrr.—WB-k Immediately following the meeting we will be hosting a reception to allow you to spend some time with other water leaders and the Water Education Sam.Ass¢■bm,,&i N*,(x A.thi w "C.A Staff and Board Members. The reception will begin at 4:00 p.m. following A-a0-d- the orientation. lin,..r kv,gC-Ak—. Jean Nordmann will be the class liaison and can assist you with any "Rx°� questions or concerns. Please call her or e-mail her at tl-6—C.-lap-I—kg M.R.,I����lms, j nordrnann&watereducation.org and confirm that you will be attending the " 'z,__*k, orientation. P.... .-d P-h& W..13— Gw J.Faeen.a Panh.i;.,&9arnc L'.yrpr.} R.U.-a— Please send the tuition payment directly to.lean Nordmann at the below address. Thy undation can offer you%z a scholarship for this class. 16— nKK—`'.' V Sincercfy, carpe D—W— -/4 Asrcr 1,Pl.de kF Irrnrw,�I Rita Schmidt Sudman U,"AA­ Executive Director 1—It—k Wren ni++.re J M. l9.—.&Gnu mv,Lcapuc U"O4& If,Ro—i.recn -llArer�* Tb—&FWIF fA+dpd 5wF+m/'+Il=rrsa Y.—&V KQr.s.• uV.A xar.la a xobw l.r S- i:�J.eea Parr C,l g_ ARCAW Thr In"m'Xi Lei tax Wa1cr EJ1 Atkin R MMRti.n,an inyvrtuL Ma PUAI.xRanc:.rwn,a It r C 1 tc a IKI(Cc Lwwerstwiding of%�srr rck)unrs and lo%c FRA4k 9 rrlcr Llit dmxg and nsrAura>.s Of WAtW rex 1 Ux thF9Wh hr:itirAriex},e1u riotr and inuxuch. Fc}UNDAY ION WATFR LEADERS CLASS Te wa ter Leaders Class is C� one-year program that identifies ya[rng cornmrrnity leaders frvrr� diverse backgrounds, including rraer7ibers of rrlinarity and ethnic Cornmurrifies, ar�d educates them about water issues. The program enhances ir7dividual leadership skills and prepares participar�ts to take are active, cooperative approach to decisior7-makin��� aho[rt water resource issues. t ea afing stakeholders ar�d tap policy-makers serve as mentors to Class naen�hers. Tl�e tN�itE�l- Ec�LIC��ti(7E� FC3LIl1CI4-�tion is ��cce��tii�� �7��C�lic�ltl[)Il5 tC-]I' Its 5E:'VE'l�rf'{'I�rll Water Leaders Class, �n�hic�� ���i11 f�c��;in January 2�� 3. T�iE� �������ic �lric�n cfc�acl[il�e is � E7.i�i. IJeceml3er 1 U, ��� Z. ������lic��i�t� G�i l l lie nc�ri 1 i��d cat t�cceE�t��l�c£� E�y December 30, 2Q`l1, �t7C�IViC�Ll�Z�S tl"{]t11 �)i'IV�it�' E7�i5iClf'S5, er.�Lli���ti<�n, r�nn��rnfir c3r��ai�ic���i{�t7�, �:3Li�7Il[: �I ;��IZC-i�� al�cl E�LIl�lic ii�rer��sr �l"[]LE€)S �Zr�1 �I��c�ur���erl tc:y ���.���ly. Criteria for Acceptance Commitment to understanding water issues; Interest in seeking leadership roles on public boards and commissions, or key staff positions; )► Commitment to the community through volunteer ac.-tivities; lo- Potential or existing opportunities for advance- ment to key leadership roles within their own organizations. Participant Requirements Designed as a program for young working professionals, participation involves a time commitment from both the class member and the employer. Class members are required to: ?� Attend a special one-day class orientation in January; >- Attend two Foundation water tours; Attend the Foundation's 1-1 J2 day Executive Briefing in March and participate in the Water Leaders Auction; Spend a day "shadowing" a major water leader (from government, urban, agriculture, environ- mental organizations, private businesses, or public interest group); Interview the water leader about an issue selected by the class; Attend a special meeting in August to develop a class PowerPoint presentation about the assigned water topic; Attend the F'oundation's November Board meeting to present the PowerPoint. The program is primarily funded through grants, with partial support from tuition fees. Tuition is $3,000 for the year-long program, which helps to cover attendance at Foundation events. Scholarship funding is available from the William R. "Bill'" Gianelli, dean Auer, David Kennedy,Tom Graff, and Anne Schneider scholarship funds. Mary Akens,Calitorma Department of Water Resources Rebecca Akroyd,Kronick Moskovitz Tiedemann&Girard HUfr Alpert,Inyo-Marto Integrated Regional Water Management Program Leonard Ash,Alameda County Water District Matt Brennan,Environmental Science Assoc.iates PWA � Courtney Davis,Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck,LLP Juliette De Camps,Community Water Center KnstaI Davis Fad tke,Sacramento-San lwquin Delta C nservancy Anton Favorini-Csorba,Legislative Analyst's Office Bill Femandez,(;f)M Smith Trzcia Geri nger,AgCouncd of CaIi torn ta Jason Gurdak,San Francisco State University Brian Lockwood,Palaro Valley Watet Management Agency Mario Manzo,Bureau of Reclamation Katharine Moore,Senate Committee on Urban RiversiOffice of Senator Fran PavIey ,Mark,Nordberg,California Department of Water Resources Brian Poulsen,Jr.,El Dorado Irrigation District 3Psse Roseman,The Mature Conservancy Samuel Sandoval Solis,Urriversity of California,Davis Alexandra TnllettP,MWH Peter Wijsman,Arcadis/Malcalm Pirnie Funding for the 2012 class was provided by: William R. Gianelli Water Leaders Fund Water Leaders Association, an alumni association Contact Jean Nordmann, jnordmanncwwateredueation.org for more information ITEM NO. 8.3 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Budgeted: No To: Board of Directors Cost Estimate: $1,715 Funding Source: Multiple Funds From: Steve Conklin, Acting General Account No: 1-2020-0580-05 Manager Presented By: Damon Micalizzi, Public Dept: Board of Directors Information Officer Prepared By: Damon Micalizzi, Public CEQA Compliance: N/A Information Officer Subject: YLWD Signage for Board Room SUMMARY: The Public Affairs Communications & Technology Committee has discussed and reviewed potential options for adorning the wall behind the dais in the Board Room with the YLWD logo and slogan. This proposed signage will brand our Board Room and present better photo opportunities, as the room currently is very bare. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors approve the design for the Board Room at the cost of$1,715.76 to be taken out of the Public Affairs Budget for 2012-2013. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: The PACT Committee considered this item at its January 7, 2013 meeting and supports the staff recommendation. DISCUSSION: The idea was posed to the PACT Committee after several photos were taken at Board Meetings, that "Branding" may be helpful where the photos were taken. The Committee discussed the design and over the course of several meetings, reviewed multiple proofs to arrive at the attached recommended look for the design. STRATEGIC PLAN: CP 1-A: Enhance Resources for Public Information and Governmental Affairs Division ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: Type: Approval Proof yor22358est 8.pdf Proof Backup Material Estimate.pdf Estimate Backup Material Approved by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District 1/24/2013 RK/RC 4-0-1 PH was absent. 20"h x 90"w x 112"thick black acrylic with brushed laminate face.Logo Panel with letters and logo box routed out. 17.5"h x 87.5"w x 114"thick blue acrylic backer panel.Blue will show through when mounted to the back of Logo panel. 112"thick white flat cut acrylic letters. Will mount to blue backer. c 0 N Ldependent, Trusted& Reliable 6.5"h x 90"w x 112"thick black acrylic with brushed laminate face.Slogan Panel with letters routed out. 'Simulated layout Andy ervice for more than 100 Years�N AIL_ 4.5"h x 88"w x 114"thick black acrylic backer panel.Black will show through when mounted to the back of Slogan panel. Logo Panel: Logo panel: 20"h x 90"w x 112"thick black acrylic with brushed aluminum laminate face backed with 114"thick blue acrylic. Letters and logo box will be routed out of panel to expose blue acrylic. "YLW"Letters will be 112"thick white flat cut acrylic. Note: Corner radius of panel is proportionate to logo box corner radius. Slogan Panel: 6.5"h x 90"w x 112"thick black acrylic with brushed aluminum laminate face backed with 114"thick black acrylic. Letters will be routed out of panel to expose black acrylic. 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(714) 693-2989 fax (714) 693-2925 Printed: 1/2/2013 2:06:39PM email: aisigns @aol.com Description: Brushed Aluminum Logo and Letters for Boardroom Prepared For: Damon Micalizzi ph: (714) 701-3000 Company: Yorba Linda Water District email: dmicalizzi @ylwd.com Dear Damon: Thank you for working with me on your sign project. Below is the pricing for the layout, version 8, you requested. Please feel free to call if you have any questions, or you'd like us to begin work. Sincerely Linda Prina Product Font Qty Sides Height Width Unit Cost Install Item Total 1 Metal lam on 1/2" acryli 1 1 0 0 $1,422.00 $180.00 $1,602.00 Color: Description: BOARDROOM LOGO PANELS: •AIS to provide a layout for your approval, prior to production. • Fabricate individual dimensional letters and a logo panel: Logo Panel = Routed rectangular shape out of 1/2"thick black acrylic with a brushed aluminum laminate face, radius corners, at 20" x 90". Letters and logo box to be "cut out" and backed with 1/4" thick blue acrylic so that the letters are "recessed" and blue. YLW= Individual dimensional letters (YLW), routed out of 1/2"white acrylic glued to the blue face. Tag Line Panel = Routed rectangular shape out of 1/2" thick black acrylic with a brushed aluminum laminate face, radius corners, at 6.5"x 90". Letters to be "cut out" and backed with 1/4"thick black acrylic so that the letters are "recessed" and black. • Panels will have special mounts on the ends, to attach to the wood slats and/or wall behind. Please note the wall is curved, and there will be an "open area" behind the signs. * Installation is included. Text: www.AmericasinstantSigns.com Estimate Page 2 of 2 America's Instant Signs p.r 1265 Manassero St., Units 309-310 Estimate: 22358 Anaheim, CA 92807 ph. 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Miraloma Avenue Received/Accepted By: Placentia, CA / / www.AmericasinstantSigns.com ITEM NO. 10.1 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Subject: Executive-Administrative-Organizational Committee (Melton/Kiley) • Minutes of meeting held January 15, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. • Meeting scheduled February 27, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: Type: 011513 EAO - Minutes.docx EAO Mtg Minutes 01/15/13 Minutes MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT EXEC-ADM IN-ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITTEE MEETING January 15, 2013 A meeting of the Yorba Linda Water District's Executive-Administrative-Organizational Committee was called to order by Director Melton at 4:00 p.m. The meeting was held at the District's Administration Office at 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870. COMMITTEE STAFF Director Gary T. Melton, Chair Steve Conklin, Acting General Manager Director Robert R. Kiley Damon Micalizzi, Public Information Officer OTHER ATTENDEES Arthur G. Kidman, Partner, Kidman Law LLP Christopher Townsend, President, Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. Heather Stratman, Senior Director, Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. Mr. Conklin requested to add the following matter to the agenda: 2.4. Extension of Professional Services Agreement with Townsend Public Affairs Recommendation. That the Committee consider this request and provide a recommendation to the Board of Directors. The Committee agreed. 2. ACTION CALENDAR 2.1. Proposed Revision to Procurement and Purchasing Policy Mr. Conklin recalled that an item came through PEO and the Board in November 2012 for removal and repair of Timber Ridge Booster Pump #1. At the outset, to pull and diagnose the pump, the cost was within the requirements for only one cost quote. By the time that the pump was repaired and reset by a crane, the cost was at a point that three quotes would have been required. The Board approved the $15,609 cost and requested that staff look at modifying the District's Procurement and Purchasing Policy to address this issue for non-scheduled repair of large capital assets. 1 In response, staff prepared a proposed revision to the Policy, which was reviewed and discussed with the EAO Committee. Following discussion, the Committee recommended that the Procurement and Purchasing Policy with proposed revisions, as Section 5, be taken to the Board for review and consideration, following review as to form by legal counsel. 2.2. LAFCO Sphere of Influence Update Mr. Conklin reported that a letter was received January 7 from LAFCO, informing the District that LAFCO will be reviewing the spheres of influence for all of Orange County's special districts and cities, in addition to updating their Municipal Service Reviews, at LAFCO's February 13, 2013 meeting. LAFCO requested comments no later than January 22, 2013. Mr. Conklin reviewed with the Committee the map provided by LAFCO showing the District's current sphere of influence boundary and current District boundary. It was noted that the sphere boundary appeared to be correct but that the District boundary did not show the District's recent annexations in SAVI Ranch area and in the Locke Ranch area. The Committee asked Mr. Conklin to respond to LAFCO with a request that the District's boundary be updated to show the two annexations. 2.3. 2013 ACWA/JPIA Executive Committee Election Notice Mr. Conklin reported that a letter was received January 7 from ACWA/JPIA as a notice for candidates for the 2013 JPIA Executive Committee. The Committee reviewed the letter and the conditions for candidacy for the Executive Committee. It was noted by Mr. Kidman that District staff and Directors have not been attending ACWA meetings on a regular basis for some time. He suggested that since ACWA/JPIA is our continuing partner in our claim for restitution in the Freeway Complex Fire issue, we may want to get our directors more involved in the ACWA conference meetings and committees. Following discussion, the Committee asked staff to provide information on dates for upcoming ACWA conferences and locations. 2.4. Extension of Professional Services Agreement with Townsend Public Affairs Mr. Conklin reported that a letter was received January 14, 2013 from Townsend Public Affairs (TPA). The letter and attachments noted that TPA's existing agreement with the District expired at the end of December 2012, and that they are requesting a one-year extension to December 31, 2013. Mr. Townsend and Ms. Stratman were present for the discussion. Mr. Townsend noted that their scope of work for government advocacy remains the same, namely assisting with the effort to obtain a seat on the OCSD Board, assisting with finding an amicable settlement with OCTA on the Lakeview Project, and assisting with advocacy for state legislation. He 2 also pointed out that they are prepared to assist and provide recommendations on other matters that may be of concern to the Board. The Committee indicated that they support extending the services with TPA on the same conditions as the existing agreement, but asked that TPA provide a modified proposal that provides services to June 30, 2013, so that the agreement is in sync with the District's fiscal-year budget process. Ms. Stratman said that she will prepare and send the revised document to the District. 3. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3.1. Legislative Affairs Update (Verbal Report) Mr. Townsend reported on issues relating to the recent elections and local government. Ms. Stratman left the meeting after discussion of this item. 3.2. Ops & Efficiency Study Request for Letter and References Mr. Conklin reported that in an effort to "short list" to five or six firms to receive the Request for Statement of Qualifications, staff sent an electronic Request for Letter of Interest and Reference List on January 7 to eleven firms. The purpose of this was to solicit a response from firms to confirm their interest in submitting a SOQ, and to provide us a complete list of information for two or more references for similar type work completed by that firm. He noted that the response is due by January 24, after which staff will begin its reference check for each responding firm. Following discussion, the Committee asked staff to report back on status at the next EAO Committee meeting. 3.3. OCWD Annexation Project Status Mr. Conklin reported that an electronic copy of the Administrative Draft EIR for OCWD Annexation was received January 8 from OCWD, along with an updated schedule. The draft EIR was submitted to YLWD, IRWD and the City of Anaheim for review and comments, due by January 29, to be discussed in a meeting of the above three agencies and OCWD that day. He noted that the updated schedule, which was provided to the Committee, shows milestone dates, leading to consideration for approval of the annexation at a OCWD Board meeting in August 2013. The Committee reviewed the information and asked staff to keep the Committee apprised of progress and developments. 3.4. Security Measures at Valley View Reservoir (Verbal Report) Mr. Micalizzi reported that staff is in the process of installing signs at the site, stating the site is closed from dusk to dawn and subject to video surveillance at all time. He also noted that "dummy" camera enclosures 3 are being installed as well, as requested by the Committee. Mr. Micalizzi also recalled that he and other staff had talked with nearby residents, talked with OC Sheriff representatives about their plans for a regular and vigilant presence in the area, and talked with kids who were at the site. He noted that damage to YLWD facilities is still occurring. After discussion, the Committee asked staff to report back on status at the next Committee meeting. 3.5. Status of Plumosa Property (Verbal Report) Mr. Conklin reported that, following the last Committee meeting, he talked with Mr. Steve Rudometkin, Yorba Linda City Manager, to see if the City might have an interest in the property and building for its use. Mr. Rudometkin indicated that he was not aware of any need by the City for the property. However, he suggested that the district follow the regulatory policy for disposition of surplus property, which would allow the City to formally consider if it wanted to pursue obtaining the property from the district. Mr. Conklin also discussed with the Committee the idea of retaining a real estate professional to prepare an appraisal of the property and building, and to provide other recommendations. Following discussion, it was agreed that Mr. Kidman would contact Director Hawkins concerning the issue of retaining a real estate professional. 3.6. Customer Service Feedback Report Mr. Conklin reviewed the graphs of the customer service calls by month for the last twelve months. 3.7. Committee Activities Recap and Forward Planning Objectives Mr. Conklin noted that with the reorganization of the EAO Committee and a new committee member on board, a report was prepared to summarize items that were reviewed and discussed by the EAO Committee in the meetings in 2012. The Committee made note of the item regarding the mailing of past due notices and service charges. Mr. Conklin responded that a status report will be made to the EAO Committee in April or May 2013 on this item. 3.8. Status of Strategic Plan Initiatives Mr. Conklin reviewed the status of strategic plan initiatives under the purview of the Committee. 3.9. Consider Rescheduling the February 19, 2013 Committee Meeting (Verbal Report) The Committee decided to reschedule the next EAO Committee meeting to 4 pm Wednesday February 27. 3.10. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks None. 4 The Committee adjourned to Closed Session at 5:20 p.m. Directors Melton and Kiley were present. Also present were Messrs. Conklin, Micalizzi and Kidman. 4. CLOSED SESSION 4.1. Conference with Legal Counsel — Pending Litigation Pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code Name of Case: OCTA vs. YLWD (OC Superior Court — Case No. 00606042) Mr. Townsend left the meeting after the discussion of the above item. Name of Case: ACWA/JPIA, et al vs. Insurance Company of the State of Pennsylvania, et al (OC Superior Court — Case No. 00486884) Name of Case: MAMCO, Inc. vs. Yorba Linda Water District (OC Superior Court — Case No. 00595177) Name of Case: OCTA vs. Amelia De Agundez et al. (OC Superior Court — Case No. 00598169) and related cases. The Committee reconvened in Open Session at 6:19 p.m. Director Melton announced that no action was taken during Closed Session that was required to be reported under the Brown Act. 5. ADJOURNMENT 5.1. The meeting was adjourned at 6:20 pm. The next meeting of the Executive-Administrative-Organizational Committee will be held Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 5 ITEM NO. 10.3 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Subject: Personnel-Risk Management Committee (Collett/Beverage) • Minutes of meeting held January 16, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. • Meeting scheduled February 5, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: Type: 011613 PRM - Minutes.doc PRM Mtg Minutes 01/16/13 Minutes MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT PERSONNEL-RISK MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING January 16, 2013 A meeting of the Yorba Linda Water District's Personnel-Risk Management Committee was called to order by Director Collett 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 Ric Collett, Chair Steve Conklin, Acting General Manager Director Michael J. Beverage Gina Knight, HR and Risk Manager Stephen Parker, Finance Manager 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 2. ACTION CALENDAR 2.1. Revised Personnel Rules to Include At-Will Employment for Unrepresented Positions Mrs. Knight presented for Committee review a draft copy of Resolution No. 13-01 along with the revised section of the District's Personnel Rules relating to At-Will employment for future unrepresented employees. Director Collett directed staff to present this item for Board adoption at the next Board of Directors meeting scheduled for January 24, 2013. 2.2. Staff Participation in 2013 Water Leaders Class Mr. Conklin reported that Derek Nguyen, the District's Water Quality Engineer, had been selected by the Water Education Foundation (WEF) to participate in its Water Leaders Class of 2013 program. In addition, to being selected to participate in the program, Mr. Nguyen was awarded a $1,500 scholarship to cover half of the tuition fee. Mr. Conklin asked the Personnel-Risk Management Committee to consider authorization of Mr. Nguyen's participation in the program as well as approval of budgeted funds in the amount of $1,500 to cover the remaining tuition costs. The Committee directed staff to present this item for Board approval at the next Board of Directors meeting scheduled for January 24, 2013. 3. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3.1. Education Reimbursement (Verbal Report) Staff reported that the District's Educational Reimbursement Policy had not been adhered to as mandated in the policy. 1 Mr. Parker attended the meeting and presented the requests from two District employees for educational reimbursement. Staff presented copies of various District documents which addressed education reimbursement procedures and policy. After discussion and review of the documents, Director Collett directed staff to present the documents to labor counsel Richard Kreisler for his review and participation in a closed session with the full Board on February 14, 2013. Mr. Parker left the meeting after this item was discussed. 3.2. Status of Performance Evaluations (Verbal Report) Staff reported on the status of the District's past-due performance evaluations. The Committee commended Mr. Conklin for his efforts in getting management staff to prepare timely performance evaluations. 3.3. Human Resources / Risk Management / Safety Activity Staff reported on the status of the following recruitments: Human Resources Technician, Maintenance Worker I, Part-Time Records Management Clerk, Meter Reader I and Operations Manager. Testing was conducted for both the Maintenance Worker I and HR Tech positions. Recruitment commenced for both the Meter Reader I and PT Records Management Clerk on January 7, 2013. The Operations Manager recruitment is scheduled to commence on January 29, 2013. 3.4. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks Director Collett requested staff to add the following items to future Personnel-Risk Management Committee agendas: • On-Going District Policy Review • Assessment of Job Titles and Descriptions for Unrepresented District Employees 4. ADJOURNMENT 4.1. The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.m. The next meeting of the Personnel-Risk Management Committee will be held Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at 4:00 p.m.s 2 ITEM NO. 10.4 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Subject: Planning-Engineering-Operations Committee (Kiley/Hawkins) • Minutes of meeting held January 3, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. • Meeting scheduled February 7, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. ATTACHMENTS: Name: Description: Type: 010313 - PEO Minutes.docx PEO Mtg Minutes 01/03/13 Minutes MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT PLANNING-ENGINEERING-OPERATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING January 3, 2013 A meeting of the Planning-Engineering-Operations Committee was called to order by Director Kiley at 3:00 p.m. The meeting was held at the District's Administrative Office at 1717 E Miraloma Ave, Placentia CA 92870. COMMITTEE STAFF Director Robert R. Kiley, Chair Steve Conklin, Acting General Manager Director Phil Hawkins Lee Cory, Operations Manager 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 2. ACTION CALENDAR 2.1. Approval of Change Order No. 19 for Pressure Regulating Stations Upgrade Project, Phase 1 Mr. Conklin reported that construction is complete and all facilities are in operation for the Pressure Regulating Stations Upgrade Project. He noted that the proposed change order is for final quantity adjustments for the project. Following discussion, the Committee supported the staff recommendation that the Board approve Change Order No. 19 to add $7,360 and 18 calendar days for final quantity adjustments to Vido Samarzich, Inc. for construction of the subject project. 2.2. Sole Source Proposal for Yorba Linda Blvd Pump Station SCADA Integration Services Mr. Conklin reported that RKI Engineering recently completed SCADA integration services for the District for the Highland Booster Station Project and for the Well 20 Project, professionally and to the satisfaction of District staff. He also noted that RKI's billing rates are approximately half that of other integration consultants. Following discussion, the Committee supported the staff recommendation that the Board authorize execution of a sole-source Professional Services Agreement with RKI for a not-to- exceed amount of $25,000 to provide SCADA integration services for the subject project, in accordance with RKI's proposal of December 19, 2012. 3. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3.1. Project Recap and Forward Planning Mr. Conklin reviewed with the Committee a summary report of projects completed in 2012, those currently in planning and design, and those projected later in 2013 and in the near future. 1 3.2. Esperanza Hills Development Project Status Mr. Conklin reported that a combined Notice of Preparation (NOP) and Notice of Scoping Meeting was received on December 26, 2012 from Orange County Public Works, Community Development, for the subject project. A copy of the Notice was sent to each of the Directors on December 26, and a copy was handed out to the PEO Committee. Mr. Conklin recalled that the NOP stated that an EIR will be prepared, and that comments are being solicited by mail and in a Scoping Meeting scheduled for January 31, 2013. He indicated that he is planning to attend the 6:30 pm meeting that night. 3.3. Monthly Groundwater Production and Purchased Water Report Mr. Conklin reviewed the subject report with the Committee, noting that total demand for December 2012 was only 859 AF, of which 69% was provided by groundwater. Demand for the month was 29% under that projected, and for the first six months of the FY, is a cumulative 7% over the six-month projection. 3.4. Monthly Production Summary Report Mr. Cory reviewed the subject report with the Committee, providing information on water production, weather conditions, water quality, equipment out of service and that returned to service, and preventative maintenance performed on major equipment and facilities. He indicated that staff from the Department of Public Health recently completed its annual inspection of all of our facilities, and noted no issues or significant items of concern; minor corrective items are being addressed at this time by District staff. Mr. Cory also reported that Operations Department staff is in the process of adjusting our water supply to 100% groundwater, which is possible at this time (for a limited duration) due to low water demands. This will result in chlorinated groundwater reaching to our easterly terminus. 3.5. Monthly Preventative Maintenance (PM) Report Mr. Cory reported on PM activities for December and for the first six months of the fiscal year. He noted that in December our sewer crew performed root control in 1,076 feet of sewer. Mr. Cory provided a handout and discussed a summary of PM Program work for calendar-year 2012. The Committee complimented Mr. Cory on the work accomplished and asked that the 2012 Summary be presented to the Board as an information item on January 10, 2013. 3.6. Groundwater Producers Meeting Report This meeting was canceled. 3.7. Status Report on Capital Projects in Progress Mr. Conklin reported on the status of capital projects currently in planning, design and construction. 2 3.8. Status of Strategic Plan Initiatives Mr. Conklin reported on the status of strategic plan initiatives that relate to engineering projects and operations. 3.9. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks None. 4. ADJOURNMENT 4.1. The meeting adjourned at 4:28 p.m. The next meeting of the Planning- Engineering-Operations Committee will be held Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. 3 ITEM NO. 10.5 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Subject: Public Affairs-Communications-Technology Committee (Beverage/Collett) • Minutes of meeting held January 7, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. • Minutes of meeting held January 21, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. (To be provided at the next regular Board meeting.) • Meeting scheduled February 4, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. ATTACHMENTS: Description: Type: 010713 PACT - Minutes.docx PACT Mtg Minutes 01/07/13 Minutes MINUTES OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT PUBLIC AFFAIRS-COMMUNICATIONS-TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE MEETING January 7, 2013 A meeting of the Public Affairs-Communications-Technology Committee was called to order by Director Beverage at 4.00p.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 Art Vega, Interim IT Manager Director Ric Collett Damon Micalizzi, Public Information Officer Cody Peterson, Public Affairs Intern 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 2. ACTION CALENDAR 2.1. New Operations Department Copier Lease The Committee approved a new 3-year lease with Konica Minolta as the current lease for the copier in Operations has ended. Under the new lease the printer will be replaced with a newer model. The new printer will not require any additional training for staff. 2.2. YLWD Branding Signage for Board Room Mr. Micalizzi presented to the Committee a final proof of signage for the board room. The Committee recommended the proof be presented to the full board for approval. 3. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3.1. Signage/B rand ing Options for District Administration Building Mr. Micalizzi presented revisions of staff-rendered suggestions for lobby signage. The Committee made further edits and will receive additional proofs at the next meeting. 3.2. Committee Activities Review and Future Objectives The Committee reviewed items and tasks completed and covered over the past year. The Committee discussed the future of the Children's Water Festival, Discovery Science Center Education Program, and Electronic Agenda display, in addition to other topics that will be considered over the next year. 3.3. Status Report on Strategic Plan Initiatives The Committee reviewed the report and had no questions. 1 3.4. Future Agenda Items and Staff Tasks The Committee decided to have bi-monthly meetings through February to expedite completion of some pending projects. 4. ADJOURNMENT 4.1. The meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m. The next meeting of the Public Affairs-Communications-Technology Committee will be held Monday, February 4, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. 2 ITEM NO. 12.1 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Subject: Meetings from January 25, 2013 - Feburary 28, 2013 ATTACHMENTS: Description: Type: BOD - Activities Calendar.pdf Backup Material Backup Material Board of Directors Activity Calendar Event Date Time Attendance by: January 2013 Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting Mon, Jan 28 8:30AM Beverage Finance-Accounting Committee Meeting Mon, Jan 28 4:OOPM Hawkins/Melton Board of Directors Workshop Meeting Tue, Jan 29 9:OOAM ISDOC Thu, Jan 31 11:30AM Collett/Hawkins/Kiley February 2013 WACO Fri, Feb 1 7:30AM Hawkins/Kiley Pub Affairs-Communications-Tech Committee Meeting Mon, Feb 4 4:OOPM Beverage/Collett Personnel-Risk Management Committee Meeting Tue, Feb 5 4:OOPM Collett/Beverage Yorba Linda City Council Tue, Feb 5 6:30PM Kiley MWDOC/MWD Workshop Wed, Feb 6 8:30AM Melton OCWD Board Wed, Feb 6 5:30PM Kiley Planning-Engineering-Operations Committee Meeting Thu, Feb 7 3:OOPM Kiley/Hawkins LAFCO Wed, Feb 13 8:30AM Beverage Yorba Linda Planning Commission Wed, Feb 13 7:OOPM Melton Board of Directors Regular Meeting Thu, Feb 14 8:30AM District Offices Closed Mon, Feb 18 7:OOAM Personnel-Risk Management Committee Meeting Tue, Feb 19 4:OOPM Collett/Beverage Yorba Linda City Council Tue, Feb 19 6:30PM Collett MWDOC Board Wed, Feb 20 8:30AM Melton UWI Spring Water Conference Wed, Feb 20 12:OOPM Kiley Pub Affairs-Communications-Tech Committee Meeting Wed, Feb 20 4:OOPM Beverage/Collett OCWD Board Wed, Feb 20 5:30PM Kiley UWI Spring Water Conference Thu, Feb 21 8:OOAM Kiley CSDA Governance Foundations Training Thu, Feb 21 8:30AM Melton UWI Spring Water Conference Fri, Feb 22 8:30AM Kiley Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting Mon, Feb 25 8:30AM Beverage Finance-Accounting Committee Meeting Mon, Feb 25 12:OOPM Hawkins/Melton Exec-Admin-Organizational Committee Meeting Wed, Feb 27 4:OOPM Melton/Kiley Yorba Linda Planning Commission Wed, Feb 27 7:OOPM Hawkins Board of Directors Regular Meeting Thu, Feb 28 8:30AM 1/18/2013 10 26 22 AM ITEM NO. 13.1 AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date: January 24, 2013 Subject: WEF Bay-Delta Tour - June 12-14, 2013 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: That the Board of Directors authorize Director attendance at this event if desired. 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