HomeMy WebLinkAbout1972-01-19; Municipal Water District; MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT HELO ON JANUARY 19, 1972, AT 2:OO P. M., AT 5780 EL CAMINO REAL, CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA:
The meeting was called to order at 2:OO P. M. by President Maerkle with Directors Carmichael , Engelmann, Kelly and Mac Leod answering roll call a Also present were General Manager Kubota, Legal Counsel Swi rsky , Pub1 i c Relations Consultant Randal 1 Mitchell, and Office Secretary. Mr. Win Priday, representing the City of Carlsbad, Mr. John Mamaux, representing La Costa Land Co., and )Ire Gil Davis, reporter for the Blade Tribune newspaper, were also present.
Approval of .After discussion, upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Mi nutes Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried, the minutes of the regular meeting of January 5, 1972 were approved as mailed out.
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La Costa Nre John Mamaux explained the proposed annexation of La Costa Lands Annexation to the City of Carlsbad and asked the Board for a letter to LAFCO
would be no change in boundaries of any Cistri ct involved in the annexation. After discussion, upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Director Carmichael , and unanimously carried, the Board approved the La Costa Annexation to the City of Carlsbad subject to the City of Carlsbad signing the Agreement on the Service Area Map.
Alga Road Legal Counsel presented for signing the Agreement on the Alga Transmission Road Transmission Nain that was previously authorized by the Main Project Board and executed by the La Costa Land Co. Legal Counsel informed
future for the excess pipeline capacity and that Cameron Bros. will have the line completed and in use for the summer months. After discussion, upon motion of Director Kelly, seconded by Director Mac Leod, and unanimously carried, the Board instructed the Engineer to prepare a report on the excess capacity of Alga Road Transmission Main for a Refund agreement with La Costa Land Co. by June 30, 1972.
The Manager wi 11 communicate with City Manager Arnold and check the status of the Service Area Map Agreement.
City of The Manager informed the Board that since the Water Committee's last Carlsbad meeting Mrs. Simpson, District Accounting Officer, and Mrs. T. Sowell, City Finance Director, have col 1 ated the budgets of the City and the District and the Manager will have a proposed operating budget prepared for the next meeting of the Water Committee, scheduled for Wednesday, January 26, 1972 at 9:00 A. M. at City Hal 1.
San Diego County Director Kelly reported on the regular meeting of the San Diego Water Authority County Water Authority.
Chamber of Ci rector Carmichael reported on the regular meeting of the Carlsbad Comme r ce Chamber of Commerce. Director Hac Leod reported on the meeting of the North County Chamber of Commerce installation meeting.
stating the Board has no objections to this annexation, as there
the Board that a refund agreement wi 11 have to be prepared in the
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Legal Counsel :
Resolution Legal Counsel informed the Board that the District has received a No. 272 letter of credit from La Costa Land Co. to the Title Insurance and Trust Co. for the amount of $240,000.00 and presented a resolution entitled "RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF CIRECTORS OF CARLSBAC MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF TRANSMISSION MAIN FOR ALGA ROAD PROJECT". After discussion, upon motion of Director Kelly , seconded by Director Mac Leod, the sai d Resolution numbered "272" was adopted by the following vote : I
AYES : DIRECTORS: CARMICHAEL 5 ENGELMANN, KELLY, MACLEOD, NAERKLE
NOES: DIRECTORS : NGNE
ABSENT: E1 RECTORS : NONE
Resolution Legal Counsel presented a resolution entitled "RESOLUTION OF THE No. 273 CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT EXERCISING OPTION TO REDEEM SOME
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OUTSTANDING BONDS OF CARLSBAZ ML!NICPAL NATER DISTRICT FOR IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 3, ELECTION 1960, SERIES 1". After Discussion, upon motion of Director Kelly, seconded by Director Engelmann, the said resolution numbered "273" was adopted by the following vote:
AYES : DIRECTORS : CARMICHAEL 5 ENGELNANN, KELLY , MAC LEOD, MAERKLE
NOES : DIRECTORS : NONE
ABSENT: DIRECTORS : NONE I Tenagl i a Legal Counsel informed the Board that copies of Resolution No. 271, Annexation adopted at the previous meeting, have been forwarded to all necessary parties.
Stieger The Manager informed the Board that several small parcels of land within Property the District boundaries should be annexed to the City of Oceanside and he recommended that Legal Counsel be allowed to put these parcels togethev and proceed with the detachment and annexation to City of Oceanside. After discussior upon motion of Director Carmichael , seconded by Director Mac Leod, and unanimously carried, the 6oard consented to Legal Counsel proceeding on this detachment and annexation subject to the City of Oceanside paying for the cost.
Dawson Legal Counsel reported that Mrs. Dawson has executed the revised agreements Escrow and has received $10,000. It is now the obligation of the District to have all preliminary work finished by close of escrow on March 6, 1972.
A short recess was called at 3:05 P. M. and the meeting resumed at 3:15 P. M.
Manager's Report :
Alga Road The Manager presented the two San Marcos County Water District Transmission Agreements executed by the San Marcos Board of Directors for signing Main Project by the President and Secretary. The Manager is preparing a proposed
proposed change order for realigning of valve and a pressure reducing station for the next meeting e
La Costa The Manager reported that the 1 andscaping plans have not been approved Reservoir by the Gas and Electric Co.
Tri City The Nanager reported that a general meeting is scheduled for next Pipeline Tuesday morning for the review of the project engineers progress report
report wi 11 be pub1 ished. The General Manager of the Water Authority indicated he will have a full report complete with well planned maps. The Manager informed the Board that the complete project will cost an estimated 2.3 million dollars with an estimated savings for the three agencies of over a million dollars. Ray Woodside has been requested by the Water Authority to prepare a proposed draft of a joint powers venture agreement o
Oceanside Inter- The Clanager informed the 6oard that the City of Oceanside is now Connection interested in the interconnection at Vista Way Bridge since the bridge is going to be widened. After discussion, upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried, the Board authorized the Manager to proceed with a study and notify the State of Cal iforn that the District is interested in making this interconnection.
Other Matters :
The Manager informed the Board that the District crew worked with the City of Carlsbad crew and installed the 14" gate valve at Valley and Chestnut last night and Don Hubbards crew made several tie-ins on the District pip1 ine at the same time in connection with the City of Carlsbad's Improvement Project.
Sequoia Pacific The Manager presented plans for the Sequoia Pacific Mobile Home Mobi 1 e Home Park to make a tie-in on the District's 10" line at the Freeway. Park The Manager recommended that the President and the Engineer be authorized to sign these plans. After discussion, upon motion of
I budget for the Alga Roati Transmission Main Project and wi 11 have a
by the three agencies involved. If the report is satisfactory, the
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Director Carmichael, seconded by Director Kelly and unanimously carried, the Board approved the plans for the Sequoia Pacific Mobile Home Park and authorized the President and Engineer to sign the plans and prepare the stantiard agreement.
The Manager informed the Board that he is working with Rick Engineering on the Campabello Retirement Fellows subdivision as it was agreed that the District would serve the water when the property was annexed to the City of Carlsbad. A statement
of the District's intention to serve the water will be filed with the City Planning - I Commi ss i on.
Personnel Manager Kubota passed out copies of a letter tendering his resignation as General Manaqer of the District effective January 31, 1972. After discussion, upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Director Kelly, and
unanimously carried, the Board accepted the resignation of Jack Y. Kubota as General Manager effective January 31, 1972.
Mr. Randall Mitchell left at this time, 4:05 P. M.
Superintendent's Report:
Reporti69 for the Superintendent, the Ranager inforned the Board that the crew is keeping all meters under close surviellance. The trailer has been moved to its permanent location and the lake level at Squires Dam was 498.6 with delivery from the Water Authority of 8 cfs.
Financial Financial report covering the five months period ending November 30, Report 1972 were reviewed and discussed by the Board and the Nanager.
Correspondence/Announcements :
The Manager reported that he had attended the Morro Reservoir dedication, Rainbow Municipal hater District, and this hot asphalt lining is one of the considerations for the Squires Dam No. 2 addition. I The Manager informed the Board that as of January 1 , 1972, the Metropolitan Water District of Southern Cal ifornia will permit District's to assign a prorated share of water losses for agricultural rebate.
Announcement from LAFCO regarding work shop on AB 2870 , speres of influence of Cities and Public Districts.
Communication from Santa Clara College regarding a study of the mercury content in fish.
Communication from San Diego County Civil Defense Office regarding surplus material. The Manager wi 11 advise them that Mr. Win Priday wi 11 be the new representative.
Communication from San Diego County Nater Authority regarding advance planning for water flow in 1972.
REceipt of check in the amount of $681.78 from Jennings, Engstrand and Hendrikson representing the seventh payment of the Anti -Trust Suit.
Notice of the IDA Spring Convention to be held at Monterey, California on March 26 thru March 29, 1972.
Purchase Orders :
Upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Director Kelly , and unanimously carried, the Board approved issuing a purchase order to Air Conditioning Technicians , Inc. in the amount of $155.00 for materials and replacement of parts.
Upon motion of Gi rector Mac Leoti, seconded by Director Kelly , and unanimously carried, the Board approved the addition of 40' of 16" pipe to Purchase Order No. 1554 previously approved.
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Legal Counsel informed the Board that he and Engineer Kubota have been in contact
with the Attorney for the Otay Municipal Water District as A. J. Hall (La Costa Vi 1 lage) are constructing condominiums in the Otay area and are using the case they won in this area as a basis for a master meter. Copies of the La Costa Village Suit documents have been sent to the Otay Municipal Water District and also to Olivenhain Municipal Water District.
I. D. ?doa 3 Legal Counsel informed the Board that all notices have been sent out Call ed on the I. D. No. 3 bonds that are being called. the $56,000 will be Bonds deposited with Bank of America.
Resolution Legal Counsel presented a resolution entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE No. 274 BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT ESTABLISHING
GENERAL MANAGER". After discussion, upon motion of Director Carmichael , seconded by Director Engelmann, the said Resolution numbered "274" was adopted by the fol 1 owing vote :
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OFFICE OF GENERAL MANAGER AND DEFINING THE DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE
AYES : Di rectors : Carmi chael , Engelmann, Kelly , Mac Leod, Maerkl e
NOES : Di rectors : None
ABSENT: Di rectors : None
Resolution Legal Counsel presented a resolution entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE No. 275 BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CARLSBAG MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT RECOGNIZING
MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT". After discussion, upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Director Kelly, the said Resolution numbered "275" was adopted by the following vote:
AND COMMEidDING THE EFFORTS AND SERVICES OF JACK Y. KUBOTA TO CARLSBAD
AYES : Di rectors : Carrrii chael , Engelmann, Kelly , Mac Leod, Maerkle
I NOES : Directors : None
ABSENT : Di rectors : None
President Maerkle presented Engineer Kubota with the Resolution and a plaque for his years of service as General Manager for the District.
A short recess was called at 2:54 P. Me and the meeting resumed at 3:09 P. M.
Di s tri ct Engineer I s Report :
Alga Road Engineer Kubota informed the Board that Cameron Bros. have executed Project the contract for the Alga Road Transmission Main Project and is being returned with the necessary bonds. The first change order is being prepared for the pressure reducing station and is estimated to cost $18,000. Total Project budget is estimated to be $269,200. Engineer Kubota informed the Board that typed copies of the proposed budget will be mailed out this week to the Board members.
Squi res Dam Engineer Kubota informed the Board that Benton Engineering has Addition No. 2 submitted a formal report to his office and the first phase report is expected to be completed this month. All easement documents are being completed this month.
La Costa Engineer Kubota informed the Board that the San Diego Gas & Electric Reservoir Co. have approved the landscaping plans and Mr. Don Briggs has sub-
by Mr. Briggs with a bid of $5,160.00. After discussion, upon motion of Director Kelly, seconded by Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried, the Board moved to delete all the trees around the working area of the second tank site in order for the Landscaping project to stay within the previously authorized $5,000.00.
Oceanside Engineer Kubota informed the Board that he and Manager Priday will Inter- work this matter out with the City of Oceanside. Connect i on
ll mi tted a bid for the complete project. He presented a plan submitted
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Tri-Agencies Engineer Kubota reported that he had attended a meeting last Tuesday Pi pel i ne and the Water Authority is in the final stages of preparing the report. The report is expected to be completed in February, 1972.
La Costa Engineer Kubota informed the Board that La Costa Fairways , J. Kowalski Subdivisions Contractor, was permitted a master meter and is now under construction, La Costa Fairways will be three stories high. The plans for Sea View Condominium were received yesterday and the Engineer's office is in the process of checking them. The District has received the $2,500.00 deposit from Rancho Carlsbad Mobile Home Park and they are now receiving water service from the District.
Manager's Report :
The Manager reported the water flow from the Water Authority at 8 cfs with the 1 ake 1 eve1 at 500 .O. The water loss for the month of January 9 1972 was 47.7 acre feet or 12% loss. Installed two new meters, one for World Seeds and one for Ponto Farms .
Correspondence/Announcements :
Request for .detachment from Leucaciia County Water District by property owners
in the Ponto area.
Reminder of the IDA Spring Convention in Monterey, California on March 26 thru March 29, 1972. The Manager wi 11 attend this convention.
The Manager informed the Board that under the 1971 legislation, Counties are now permitted to place unpaid water charges on tax bi 11s.
Speci a1 Accounts :
Upon motion of Director Carmichael , seconded by Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried, the Board approved payment to Paul S. Swi rsky in the amount of $872.20 for legal services in connection with Alga Road Project and #394.00 for legal services in connection with Squires Dam Site acquisition for a total of $1,266.20.
Upon motion of Director Kelly, seconded by Director Mac Leod, and unanimously carried, the Board approved payment to Randall L. Ni tchell in the amount of $359.76 for professional services and expenses for the month of January, 1972.
Upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Director Kelly, and unanimously carried, the Board approved payment to Benton Engineering Inc. in the amount of $58.25 for soil engineering at La Costa Reservoir.
Upon motion of Director Carmichael , seconded by Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried, the Board approved payment to Smith & Pel tzer, Attorneys at Law, in the amount of $600 .OO for legal services in connection with Alga Road Transmission Main Project.
Upon motion of Director Kelly, seconded by Director Mac Leod, and unanimously carried, the Board approved payment to Woodside/Kubota & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $977.00 for services in connection with the General Manager's Office, $1,012.00 Engineering Projects and $1,393.00 for Squires Dam Addition for a total of $3,382.00.
Upon motion of Director Carmi chael , seconded by Director Mac Leod, and unanimously carried, the Board approved payment to Jack Y. Kubota in the amount of $3,436.48 for services under contract on Alga Road Transmission Main Project.
Ratification Upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Director Kelly, and of Checks unanimously carried, the Board ratified Checks No. 6222 thru
January 20, 1972 thru February 2, 1972.
The Manager informed the Board that the San Diego County Water Authority is holding a meeting on future flow requirements at the same time as the next Board meeting
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I Check No. 6253, in the amount of $15,087.04, covering the period
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and if Engineer Kubota attends the Water Authority meeting, John Pierce wi 71 attend the Board meeting.
The meeting was declared adjourned at 4:20 P. M.
I ATTEST :
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Secretary of the Board of Directors
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