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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1959-08-18; Municipal Water District; MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOW OF DIRECTORS OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIP& WATER DISTRICT HELD AUGUST 18, 1959 at 2:OO P.M., AT 601 ELM AVENUE, CARLSBAD, CALIF. President Kelly called the meeting to order at 2:07 P.M. with Directors Carnohan, Coe and Greek answering roll call. The Staff, Engineer Curtis, Attorney Swirsky, Mr. R. L. Watson of Watson Construction and John Barnes reporter for the Blade- Tribue were also present. (2:07 P.M. Joe Heredia of Carlsbad Journal arrived.) (2:08 P.M. Director Maerkle arrived) Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 21, 1959 were approved through motion of Director Greek and second of Director Carnohan. CORRESPONDENCE : 1. Irrigation Districts Association 7-16-59 Director Carnohan read letter to the Board and gave explanation of contents. 2. I Sin Diego County Water Authority: I 7- 59 Minutes 8-4-59 Tabulations Engineer CCirtis presented the findings of Engineer Short as to the District's position in relation to availability Of water from the 2nd. aqueduct and disposition of surplus stored water as instructed at Regular meeting of July 21, 1959. He reported as follows: Water storage as of June 30, 1959 was 1,749 acre feet in San Vicente. The District removed 268.4 acre feet and 20.5 acre feet was lost due to evaporation, none was stored. This leaves a balance of 1,450.1 acre feet in San Vicente. The report stated that for the past four months the amount of water in rates we will have only an approximate 100 or 120 acre feet of water stored in San Vicente by the expected completion date for the second aqueduct connections, or March 1960. At the time of:completion there will be a surplus of water and it will be re-apportioned at that time. After lengthy discussion the conclusions.reached were that we do not have an excess of water since we will have barely a months supply left as of March 31, 1960, how- ever, baring any unforeseen emergency this will take care of our water needs to- gether with the water delivered from the current flow at aqueduct of the San Diego County Water Authority. It was also agreed that any water left over upon completion of the second aqueduct connection should be placed with the County Water Authority for emergency use. 3. Southern California Water Works Organization: 8-14-59 re: meeting at Montabello. held for further consideration. 4. West Basin Municipal Water District 8-14-59 re: meeting of Section Representa- 1959. It was decided to hold this matter for future reference and that an effort would be made to send someone to :this meeting. Superintendent's Superintendent Hausladen reported that the second aqueduct connec- Report tion will be concluded on Thursday, August 20, 1959. A request by irrigation and emergency use was discussed. Permission was granted as it was de- cided after discussion that this valve would be to the advantage of both Districts in the future. The disposal of the 14 inch line to San Marcos was discussed. Director Greek moved and Director Carnohan seconded that the Attorney be instructed to write a letter to the San Marcos Water District and see if a sale or lease agreement could be worked out, The motion carried unanimously. Superintendent Hausladen stated that the Irrigation District No. 2 overflow connec- tion is in and paid for. The Allan Kelly connection will be completed as Soon as it can be chlorinated. The line has been tested and only leaked 2 quarts of water under full pressure as against a leakage allowance of 9,600 gallons. It was also suggested that the District buy the 6 inch pipe left over from this connection (6 or 7 pieces) as there will be a need for them in the next 6 months or so as connections are made to the south. It can be stored in the City of Carlsbad's yards until needed. Mr. Kelly suggested that the pipe be stored in the City yards and paid for as used storage has been dropping slowly but steadily and that under present consumption tives October 15, 1959 at Downey prior to Regular Meeting in Las Vegas November 18-20 san Marcos to install a valve East of the 21" T outlet for future I by the District. It was moved by Director Carnohan and seconded by Director Maerkle that the,$uperintendent have the pipe moved into the City yard and as the market price at time of sale. The motion carried unanimously, Superintendent Hausladen reported a request for a connection by Leo Carillo to the blow-off valve beyond the entrance to his property. He desires a va1ve:and meter 2 inch in size for domestic use only. This would be a natural draw off from the $%peline and Engineer Curtis said as long as one side of the blow-off was left clear there :would be no problem. Meter Reading & Director Carnohan reported that after much time and study during Billing Systems the past weeks he has found that the meter reading and billing suggested a heavier type of paper for the meter book that wouldktthstand time and usage as these books are designed to be used for two years. He also suggested that the District adopt a system similar to the City of Carlsbad or the San Ifiego Gas & Electric Company for monthly billings and that bills should be in the mail by the 6th of each month. Director Coe said that he had talked with Mr. McCarthy of Everts & Esenoff and he is willing to streamline the system when he come5 in to audit the books D Annexation of It was pointed out that the District has been receiving a number Land of inquiries as to annexation of land on the South shore of Batiquitos Lagoon. The most recent by a Mr. Fowler who wishes to develope his land and a letter was read from the Cancer Research Hospital proposing annexation of land to be used for a new hospital in this area, The Attorney pointed out that if this land is a member of an existing agency we cannot annex, but if not in an existing agency and the Board so desires to expand it would be possible to make the annexations. It was the opinion of the Board that the assessed valuation would be an asset to Irrigation District No. 2 and the District as a whole. It was moved by Director Carnohan and seconded by Director Coe that the Attorney handle this matter by letter to the Cancer Research Hospital. The motion carried unanimously. Reservoir Site Site East and South of present Calavera Lake. Director Kelly stated that after informal conversation with interest parties that the land owner involved would probably look with favor on pipe was moved or sold off the yard that Mr. Kelly be reimbursed at the going I systems are antiquated and should be revised completely. He any reasonable plan to get water on their property. The proposed site is in a section where major lines will be needed sooner or later, and this would be the right size reservoir and since storage tanks would not be adequate we must seek other places to store our water. It was pointed out by Director Kelly that there may be some problem in as much as the San Diego Gas & Electric Co. has their power lines in there but they could be moved to the perimeter of the dam. Since the power company has prior rights of way but the site of any reservoir is dictated by topograph: .the attorney felt it would be difficult but not impossible to solve. After lengthy discussion as to size, cost and how to raise funds for this project it was moved by Director Calrnohan and seconded by Director Greek that Boyle Engineer- ing be instructed to prepare a preliminary feasibility report on the site. The motion carried unanimously. Attorney Report A report was given previously on Annexation procedure in reference of three appraisal reports on the R. L. Watson property by local Realtors. P to Fowler-Cancer Research Hospital. The attorney also gave copies Auditor Director Coe gave the report for Everts 6r Esenoff in the absence of Mr. McCarthy of that office. He reported that they still are re- viewing applicants. They will have two interviews this week and should know by the end of the week as to selections. It was pointed out that it is difficult to find anyone possessing the qualifications called for. Director Carnohan suggested that upon hiring of new employee that District should seek out a well run water office either local or the San Diego County Water Authority that would take the employee in for a week or ten days to train. No action was taken on this. Budget The 1959=60 revised budged was presented by Director Coe. It was pointed aut that -the tax figures were based on last years assessed valuation, since this years figures had not been received yet. It was suggessted by Director Carnohan that the tax rate for Irrigation District No. 2 be raised to $2.00 I to pay for the second aqueduct connection. Irrigation District No, 2 is using 1/3 of all water used in the District, however the land is almost all on a lease basis and they went in the red last year on Bond Funds and other purposes Funds. It was moved by Director Carnohan and seconded by Director Coe that the Budget be adoped with a $2.00 tax rate in Irrigation District No. 2 to be allocated as follows: $1.50 for the Bond Fund and $.50 for the Other Purposes Fund. The motion carried unanimously e Resolution No. Resolution No. 101 was read by Attorney Swirsky setting the tax by Director Greek that Resolution No. 101 be adopted as read. I 101 rates for 1959-60. It was moved by Director Maerkle and seconded The Roll Call vote was as follows: AYES: CARNOHAN, GREEK, COE, MAERKLE, KELLY NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE Autocon System Director Carnohan gave a report on the accuracy of the Autocon System and accompanying costs and problems. He stated that it had been suggested by the Engineer from Glad-More that a contract be entered into so that more efficient and economical service could be provided. He promised to have Glad-More forward for Board consideration the figures and contract. It was decided to hold this matter until the estimate is received. Other Biisiness Superintendent Hausladen quoted prices for the erection of three system. The total cost of this would be $818.80 or approximately $5.00 per foot. It was decided after discussion that Mr. 'Kausladen should seek other bids for the construction of these buildings and report at a later date. A letter was read from West Coast Engineering Corporation in reference to the Catho- dic Protection System, inspection performed July 28, 1959 and stating that the system is in excellent condition and operating perfectly. temporary sheds for use in connection with the leased chlorination I Off ice Space .Mr. R. L. Watson was present in reference to a bid made for the $225.00 per month on a five year basis. It was the consensus of opinion that rather than rent a premises the Board should invest in the purchase of a permanent loca- tion. Director Maerkle asked Mr. Watson if helwould be interested in selling his property and received a negative reply. The Board therefore, with regret, rejected the bid, rental of office space at 2601 State Street. The rent to be (Mr e Watson left at 4:30 P.M.) It was decided to check further on the Cottingham property (Carlsbad JourMl.Build- and Greek to study this situation and make contact with Mr. Baldwin of South Coast Land Company to see if a purchase or lease with option tolbuy can be arranged. Finances It was moved by Director Carnohan and seconded by Director Maerkle be ratified. The motion carried unanimously. Boyle A report by Boyle Engineering regarding Grant Rights of Way- Engineering Schuyler was referred to the Attorney. The meeting was declared adjourned at 4:47 until Friday, August 21, 1959 at 2:OO P.M. ing) e Presideat Kelly appointed a committee of three: Directors Carnohan, Maerkle that checks #3018-3045 ($12,570.67) and checks i'3046-3053 ($235.95) I CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER :&ISTRICT ATTEST : -& SECRETARY OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT