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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1976-07-07; Municipal Water District; MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CARLSBAD , CALI FORI4 IA : MATER DISTRICT HELD ON JULY 7, 1976, AT 2:oo P.M. AT 5950 EL cArmo REAL, I The meeting was called to order at 2:Ol P.M. by President Maerkle, with Direct Carmichael , Engelmann, Kelly and Mac Leod answering 1-01 1 call. A1 so present, Manager Priday, Legal Counsel Swirsky, Engineer Kubota, General Superintendent John Henley, and Office Secretary. Mrs. Ruth Honnold, and Mrs. Arthur Bonas, representing the League of Women Voters, Director of Utilities and Maintenance Roger Greer, representing the city of Carlsbad, were a1 so present. Mr. Russel W. Grosse and Mr. Thomas Colvin of Investors Development 8t Mortgage Corp. , dev of Templin Heights project were in the audience. Approval of Minutes mai led out. Upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Direc Engelmann, and unanimously carried, the minutes of regular meeting of June 16, 1976 were approved as Upon motion of Director Engelmann, seconded by Dire Mac Leod, and unanimously carried, the minutes of the Special Yleeting of June 1976 were approved as corrected. Upon motion of Director Engelmann , seconded by Dire Kelly, and unanimously carried, the minutes of the Adjourned Meeting of June 1 1976, held on June 30, 1976 were approved as corrected. Oral Communications from Audience: Templin Heights Engineer Kubota introduced Mr. Russell Grosse, Pres Thomas Colvin, Vice President of Investors Development & Mortgage Corp., devel of the Templin Heights subdivision, who have been invited to the meeting today discuss with the Board the water service system as detailed in the Engineering dated July, 1976 prepared by the District Engineer, which indicates three alte ways of furnishing water service to the Templin Heights development. Engineer Kubota detailed for the Board conditions of the 3 a1 ternate procedures as set in the study, and a discussion followed on water service requirements for futu developers in the adjacent areas of Templin Heights which should be considered After further discussion, upon motion of Director Kelly, seconded by Director I and unanimously carried, the Engineering Study for the Templin Heights Water S. including the 3 Alternates as set forth in the study, was approved and Legal Cl Swirsky was requested to draw up a resolution setting forth the details of thi approval . Mr. Russell Grosse expressed his preference to use Alternate Cy as described i the study, which would satisfy his water requirements for the Templin Heights subdivision. Comm-i ttee Reports : S.D.C.W.A. Director Kelly had no meeting to report on. S.D.C.W.A. Member Manager Priday reported on his attendance at the ag Agencies Meeting meeting with the Authority held on July $styand amo July 1, 1976 items of interest were: 1. Treated water service distribution which will commence in October of this using Colorado River water. 2. Northern river water will not be avail ab1 e un- 1977. 3. Rancho California will be making reservations for about 15 cfs flow day to supplement use of wells. 4. Move by developers and manufacturers away the Coastal Zone due to restrictive measures by the Coastal Commission and other environmental commissions which has not been considered in allocations. Agricultural rebates will be issued only to those farming 5 acres or more. 6. indicated C.M.W.D. and Rainbow Water District are the only two agencies out of 24 that have recorded a balanced system of flow. Public Relations: No report Legislation Committee: No report of Investors Development & Mortgage Corp. and Mr. I I Water Conservation: Director Carmichael reported on the 1 ast meeting 01 recommended incorporation in the minutes of the following statement issued by Committee For Water Conservation And Re-Use: "Recommends to the Board of Directors of C.M.W.D. 1 certain basic principles be considered in the implementation of a water consel tion program. The following ideas were discussed in Committee that are very important, but quite out of character as to the activities and/or responsibil i of our District. Most important consideration is 'Public Information and Educ followed closely by'vegetative Management', that can only be accomplished by t concerned efforts of the public entities involved. County Supervisors, City Councils, Planning Commissions and the subordinate staffs are in a commanding when determining the use of open space, planting requirements and related wate requirements. State highways and schools as well as individuals must also be cognizant of water conservation. If the Board feels that the above should be considered, the Committee will outline a program in more detail". Upon motior of Director Carmichael, seconded by Director Kelly, and unanimously carried, approval was granted to incorporate the above statement in the minutes for fut reference. "The Water Seekers" Director Carmichael discussed the merits of the boo "The Water Seekers", formerly recommended for readi President Maerkle, and upon motion of Director Carmichael, seconded by Direct0 Kelly, and unanimously carried, approval was granted to purchase 6 copies of this publication for distribution to the Board members and staff, and a copy f the CMWD 1 i brary . President Maerkle called for a short recess at 3:15 P.M., and the meeting was resumed at 3:40 P.M. Legal Counsel : Resol ut ion No. 343 Legal Counsel Swirsky recommended adoption by the !3 CMMD Records of Resolution No. 343, which establishes rules for retention and destruction of records of CMWD, and a discussion, upon motion of Director Carmichael, seconded by Director Mac Leod, Resolution No. 343, entitled, "RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CARLSSA MUtJICIPAL WATER DISTRICT ESTABLISHING RULES FOR RETENTION AND DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS OF CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT" was adopted by the following vot AYES : Directors : Carmi chael , Engelmann , Kel 1- the Water Conservation Committee. Mr. Carmichael I I Mac Leod, Maerkle NOES : Directors : None ABSENT : Directors : None I Resol uti on No. 34.4 Legal Counsel Swirsky recommended adoption by the BI Legal Hol idays of Resolution No. 344, which establishes a legal ho' established legal holidays of CMWD by Resolution >40. 323, and after discussion upon motion of Director Kelly, selconded by Director Engelmann, Resolution !lo. entitled "RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISI ESTABLISHING LEGAL HOLIDAYS FOR CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT" was adopted the following vote: for the individual employee's birthday in addition AYES : Directors : Carmichael , Engelmann, Kellj Mac Leod, Maerkle I NOES: Directors : None ABSENT : Di rectors : None Resol uti on No. 345 Legal Counsel Swirsky recommended adoption of Resol I Sal ary Schedule No. 345, which establishes new classifications and salaries for fiscal year 1976/77, and after discussi upon motion of Director Kelly, seconded by Director Engelmann, Resolution No. f entitled,"RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISl YEAR" was adopted by the following vote: ADOPTING CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY SCHEDULE FOR EMPLOYEES FOR THE 1976-1977 FIC -2- 7/7/71 AYES : Directors : Carmi chael , Engelmann , Kel Mac Leod, Naerkl e NOES : Directors : None ABSENT: Directors : None District Engineer: I Development Program: Rancho La Cuesta Engineer Kubota distributed a detailed summary, dat July 7, 1976 of the project known as Rancho La Cues for the construciton of the public water system: Mr. Kubota advised the devel has returned and accepted the agreements, and have made a cash deposit in the of $15,000. Swi tters Pi pel i ne Engineer Kubota advised the work on the Switters' p Extension extension project is underway, and the District sta worked out the details of repairs to the existing p and a purchase order has been issued for this work. "Tootsie ' K' Ranch" Engineer Kzbota advised he has had inquiry regardin pub1 ic water service for the property known as the Tootsie "K" Ranch, in connection with a prospective development of the area. A1 tamira Unit #3 - Engineer Kubota advised of a request from the devel Easements Lots of Altamira Unit #3, regarding issuance of revised #3, #5, & #6 easements in connection with lots #3, #5, and #6 of project, due to a change in the design of t!;e condc which affected the common area. Engineer Kubota recommended the Board accept revised easement deeds on lots #3, #5 and #6, and after they have been recordc come back to the Board to request quit claim deeds of the original easement de Upon motion of Director Carmichael, seconded by Director Engelmann, and unanin carried, the Engineer's request in this regard was granted. South Aqueduct Engineer Kubota advised that San Marcos County Watc Connection District has proceeded on a positive note with a rc to the Water Authority that when they shut down thc System this Fall , that the Authority hang a valve on the Questhaven Road 24" ( This in anticipation that San Marcos Water District, Carlsbad Municipal Water and Olivenhain Water District will merge and move ahead with the South Aqueduc Connection project. Manager Priday advised that the Authority have endeavored to put all connectic to the Aqueduct in at one time during the shutdown. Master Plan Study I.D.#2 Engineer Kubota commented on a letter received fror Dona1 d B. Ayres ¶ Sr. in connection with Standard Pi development of Spinnaker Hill and Sea Pines and water service requirements, a1 Kubota will meet and discuss the situation with him and report to the Board 1; General Manager: City Council Meeting Manager Priday reported on his attendance at the CI I meeting last evening. Fire Hydrant Damage/ Manager Priday advised that Dave Winters was respl Dave Winters for damaging a fire hydrant in the Palomar Industr area and carries no insurance to cover our claim a1 him. The cost to repair the damage amounts to $350.05, which we have bill ed Winters, and as he has no funds to pay the bill, has suggested we work out an with him to work for the District. Manager Priday suggested perhaps this cou accomplished by issuance of a purchase order for so many hours work at a stip sum. Legal Counsel Swirsky recommended handling this as an independent contr working for the District, and after discussion, upon motion of Director Kelly seconded by Director Carmichael, and unanimously carried, approval was grante General Manager to proceed as Counsel Swirsky recommends. Special Purchases Manager Priday advised that General Superintendent has requested purchase of a blower to be used in p the interior of District facilities, as a protection to the crew against the fumes from paint, and after discussion, upon motion of Director Mac Leod, sec Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried, approval was granted for the Gen Manager to issue a purchase order for a blower to Nolfe & Sons for the sum of I 3 Manager Priday reported General Superintendent Henle] requested approval to purchase a new uti 1 i ty bed for the District Is 4-wheel driv truck, as the present one does not operate properly. Mr. Henley has received an offer from Olivenhain Water District to purchase the old utility bed at $425.00, a new bed, properly fitted, with painting, wired and installed can be purchased $1,179.04, less the sale of the old bed for a net cost of $754.04. After discus upon motion of Director MacLeod, seconded by Director Kelly, and unanimously car approval was granted for the General Manager to proceed with the sale of the olc bed, and purchase of a new bed for $754.04. Operations: Lake level at 499.9', and flow from the Authority at I Mr. Henley reported a leak on Argonaut, which has bee paired, and a leak on line "C" which will be repaired tommorrow, and routine maintenance of facilities. Assessed Values - Manager Priday distributed a copy of the listing of t Districts assessed values received from the Tax Board which rc 4.3% increase in assessed valuation in I.D. No. 3; ir General, I.D. No. 1 and I. D. No. 4 an increase of 2.7%; and I.D. No. 3 an incrc of 3.2%. The State reports a total assessed valuation in the District of $29,7: for last year. Water agencies Manager Priday advised of the next regular meeting of Associ a ti on Dinner Water Agencies Association which will be held July 22 Meeting at Whispering Pines Country Club, Rancho Santa Fe. Meeting of Presidents Manager Priday announced the next meeting of the Pres and Managers of and Managers of San Diego County agencies will be he1 San Diego County July 15, 1976, and Mr. Priday asked for input from ti" Board members to report at future meetings. Ratification Upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Directc of Checks Engelmann, and unanimously carried, the Board ratific Checks No. 4306 through 4344, covering the period frc June 16, 1976 to July 7, 1976 in the sum of $86,752.16. Other Matters: Personnel Manager Priday reported that a Mr. H. A. Lawson, who formerly performed duties for the District, and has t with the Marine Corps in Special Training in Las Vegas, has expressed an intere: in working as a crew member for C.M.W.D. , and as his performance with the Distr- was very favorable, will grant him an interview when he returns to San Diego in near future. Randal 1 Mi tchell President Maerkle advised he was favorably impressed the letter directed to the Board members from Public Relations Consultant Randal 1 Mi tchell in which he thanked the Board for his ten1 of service with the District. Treasurer's Report Upon motion of Director Mac Leod, seconded by Directc Engelmann , and unanimously carried, Treasurer Kelly ' s investment of additional District funds in the sum of $50,000 at 6 3/8% interest for 6 months was ratified. Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 4:45 P.M. B Respectfully submitted, I -4- 7/'