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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1962-03-20; Municipal Water District; MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE C&S,SBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT HELD ON MARCH 20, 1962, AT 2:OO P.M. AT 2698 STATE STREET, CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA o The Meeting was called to order at 2:03 P.M. by Vice-president Mac Carnohan, in the absence of President Allan Kelly, with Directors Coe, Greek and Maerkle answering roll call.:.?. Also present were Engineer Clayton and Office Secretary. Acting Manager Kubota, Superingendent Tucker and Mr. William H. Wahler arrived at 2:20 P.M. Legal Counsel T . Bruce Smith arrived at 2 : 10 P .M. Upon motion by Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Greek, the minutes of the regular meeting of March 6, 1962 were approved as transcribed and mailed to the Directors. Reports of Engineer: Santa Fe Engineer Clayton reported that he has been investigating the co Tank problem at the Santa Fe Tank and that he felt from the informat has gathered that a cathodic protection system should be instal this tank. He pointed out that such an installation would run between $5 and $10,000.00, but the alternative, to reinforce it structurally, would more expensive solution. Director Maerkle informed the Board that he has obtained information tha of Long Beach have installed the cathodic protection systems on their st with negative results. In checking the corrosion areas on the District pointed out, there seems to be a chemical decomposition caused by the re a chemical contained in the cement. The samples which were taken from by the representative from the Portland Cement Company have been forwar laboratory in Chicago for analysis. After discussion, it was agreed that the Engineer should direct a lette stating his findings and opinion on this corrosion problem and the Leg then forward a letter to the Contractor who performed the work on the I I they will assume any responsibility orcan advise the District on this The problem of leakage at the newly consgructed pumping stations was d and the plans for the Chlorination Station at Squires Dam, which is t with the same roof design, will be reviewed by the Engineer to attemp problem. Squires Dam: Mr. William Wahler, Earthfill Dam Consultant, was present to discuss of the piezometer system and the progress on the Squires Dam Project. the Board that 2t is anticipated the installation will get underway discussing the construction program to date, he informed the Board are excellent, the stripping of the area is fine, and that the Con his experience is limited, seems to understand what is needed and attitude. In answer to the question by Director Carnohan, as to any problems with the State, Mr. Wahler stated that the only pro the abutment stripping for the impervious core material. He on it and that it should be prepared from a logical, reasonable a minor thing but could become a burden for the Contractor fina the Board he will discuss the matter with Mr. Rodger Stephenso for the project. Mr. Wahler left the meeting at 2:45 P.M. Acting Manager Kuobta informed the Bad that work is Brogressi the biggest advance has been in the installation of the pipe. seems to be going well and the soils laboratory has been inst the Tootsie "K" Ranch pumping station. too strkct on their requirements as it is the same material t I Progress A final estimate for Progress Payment No. 3, covering work c Pa-t No. 3 during the month of February, was presented by the Manager f Based on this estimate there is a net amount due of $29,V41. an advance of $20,000.00 authorized at the March 6 meeting, with a balance Contractlar of $9,741.85. Upon motion by Director Maerkle, seconded by Dire an unanimously carried, the Board approved pa$ment of the remaining balance $9,741.85 for Progress Payment No. 3, Improvement District No. 4. An invoice from Benton Engineering, in the amount of $407.00, covering wor during the month of February, was presented for payment. After discussio motion by Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Greek, and unanimously c payment in the amount of $407.00 was approved to Benton Engineering for during February, 1962. Chlorination Station: The Staff has been in contact with Wallace and Tiernan, the firm which i modification of the instrumentation at the Chlorination Station, and a r made at the next meeting. A check with the San Diego Gas and Electric Company has been made concer extension to the Chlorination Station and it has tentatively been discus cost of $63.00 to the District. I Resolution The Legal Counsel distributed copies of the proposed reso No. 155 on the Lake Elsinore restoration project. After discus resolution entitled a RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECT MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT OPPOSING SALE OF WATER FOR RECREATIONAL PURP of Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Greek, the said resolution n adopted by the following vote: I AYES : Directors Carnohan, Coe, Greek and Maerkle NDES : Directors : None ABSENT: Director Kelly Reports of Legal Counsel: The Legal Counsel informed the Board he would be prepared to advise the B methods to effectuate the sale of the office property, but it was mutual1 this discussion should be tabled for a later date. He briefly reviewed t of the State Water Code which sets forth the powers of the Municipal Wake pointed out that these powers are stated so broadly, and there are no pro so it makes it difficult to set up rules and regulations for the Distric that some type of model ordinance might be practicable which would provi proeedures and regulations for all of the Districts. The Board discusse of having the Legal Counsel attend the Irrigation Districts' Associatio be held in April, at which time he could present a sample ordinance and before the Attorneys' section. Consfruction Program: Improvement The Manager reported that John R. Davies and Son have District No. 2 that the valves which are to be replaced on the I .D . been shipped by the manufacturer from Iowa on the 16 should be able to proceed with the installation very shortly. With t phase of the construction, he informed the Board, we anticipate will contract. I Be3h$very has been taken on the pipe from John R. Davies and Son whic ed for the Leo Carrillo pipeline extension, and they have invoiced shipment in the amount of $1,457.08, plus a charge of 15% for overh After discussion, it was agreed that the Manager should approach the firm or. this pipe if this type can be utilized by their Contractor. of Board he is presently negotiating with the Olivenhain District for the purcf.ase the report on this matter will be made at the next meeting. The Manager informed A was given to them in other sections of the Improvement District No. 2 project. which possibility of adjusting this 15% overhead charge because of the extra work the 1 Water Quality: The Manager reported there has been some turbid water in our deliveries to he City due to the weather conditions and the open canal section of the Aqueduct. 1 e pointed out that the District is only one of four sources of water supply for the Carlsbad and that some of the other water conditions are caused by the p the City wells at San Luis Rey. In response to some inquiries regarding quality of the water, there is now on file in the District office a che report prepared by the City of San Diego at the last sampling of the C water in November. I.D. No. 2 In regard to the cathodic inspection which was perfo Tank Inspection D. N. Sullivan firm on the I .D. No. 2 steel tank, t system is inoperable because the anodes had deteriorated. The firm p and install the 15 required anodes at a total cost to the District of Board discussed the possibility of having the District employees mai this system and it was decided to look into the matter further to se equipment would be involved. After further discussion, upon motion0 seconded by Director Greek, and unanimously carried, it was moved t be given for this installation and that the District investigate t having these inspections made by District employees. The Manager rieggtiate with the firm €0 see if it might be possible to apply t $100.00 towards this installation charge. F inanc ial A letter from Schwabacher and Company was read Services I.D. response to the current negotiations between t for an adjustment on the fee for the financial Improvement District No. 4 bond sale. The fi in asking for the fee as stated. After discussion, the Manage continue the negotiations on the matter. Sewerage The Manager announced that the first notices Meeting Sewerage Meeting scheduled for April 10, 1962 City Hall Annex. A postcard reminder will a1 before that date. A letter from the State Department of Industrial Safety regard was referred to the Staff. Director Carnohan announced there is an inspection trip to Pa the early part of May and he urged that some representative f this very worthwhile trip. Directors Coe and Greek and plan Delinquent The Manager apprised the Board of the status the Board that a letter has been received from the B No. 4 Accounts which the District is carrying, one for the the other for the J . J . V . Farms Group. L March 8th to these accounts requesting that payment be made The R. J.V. Farms representative came in and paid up the account in full, been no response from the Yoshimura Brothers. After discuss Maerkle, seconded by Director Greek, and unanimously carried the account has not been paid by Monday, March 26, the Manag suit for recovery of these funds in the Small Claims Court. The Board discussed the matter of the collection of the Haro account. After discussion, upon motion by Director Greek, s and unanimously carried, the Board moved to instruct the Le suit or file an attachment for the collection of this accbunt . I Finances : Upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Greek, meeting There being no further business to come before the Board at this time, the in the amount of $25,272.96, be ratified. :.nd was declared adjourned at 4:30 P.M. unanimously carried, it was moved that Checks No. 4731 to No. 4768, I ATTEST g&! A. 9& Secretary of the Board of Directors CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT I I