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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979-01-17; Municipal Water District; MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT, HELD ON JANUARY 17, 1979, AT 2:OO P.M., AT 5950 EL CAMINO REAL, CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA: The meeting was cal led to order at 2:08 p.m. by President MacLeod, with Directors Bonas, Engelmann, Kelly, Maerkle and MacLeod answering roll call. Also present were Legal Counsel Swirsky, Public Relations Consultant Mitchell and Associate Dave Gurzenski, District Engineer and Acting Manager Kubota and Office Secretary. Utilities and Maintenance Director Greer (2:45 p.m.) of the City of Carlsbad and Mrs. Ruth Honnold of the League of Women Voters, were also present. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Director Engelmann, seconc by Director Bonas, and unanimously carrit the minutes of the regular meeting of January 3, 1979, were approved as mailed ou' I Oral Communi cations from the Audience None Committee Reports : Publ ic Information Publ i c Re1 ati ons Consul tant Mi tchel 1 information to be given later in the meeting pertaining to the 25th Anniversary Committee. Inasmuch as it will be necessary to make arrangements for an official photograph of the new member of the Board, Manager Kubota suggested that a new series of photographs be taken of each of the Directors and staff personnel. Aft€ discussion, it was agreed that arrangements will be made to have a photographer present prior to the next regular Board meeting on February 7, 1979. stated that his report will center.on I S.D.C.W.A. Director Maerkle reported on his attendar He advised that Senator Craven has introduced Senate Bill 141 which would separate the San i4arcos County Water District and the Bueno Colorado District .into two ager It is also estimated that if the Peripheral Canal is constructed, the cost of watc will increase approximately $6.00 an acre foot above the amount now paid for Nortt Cal i forni a water. South Aqueduct Connection Director Maerkle referred to the recent District Board of Directors, which was held at 3:OO p.m. on Monday, January 15, 19 and stated that the South Aqueduct Connection project was approved. at the regular Water Authority meeting. meeting of the San Marcos County Water City of Carlsbad Director Maerkl e noted that the City of Wholesale Service Account Carlsbad had paid the amount of $5,740.31 and expressed his opinion that any future credits due the City should come before full Board for approval before distribution. Tri -Agencies Pi pel i ne Engineer Kubota discussed the Tri-Agencie Pipeline and requested Board approval to negotiate a Change Order for extension of the main line at the end of the project to Squires Dam, a distance of approximately 1600 feet. After further discussion, upon moti on of Director Maerkl e, seconded by Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried, authorization was granted to negotiate with Metro-Young Construction ComF for the subject Change Order. Water Conservation, Reclamation Mr. Kubota noted that discussion was held and Reuse at the 1 ast regular Commi ttee meeting reg ing District participation in the San Die Region Water Reclamation Agency. The matter had been continued and it was suggest that Committee members attend the next regular meeting of the Agency. Mr. Kubota advised that the meeti ng wi 11 be he1 d next Monday morning (January 22) at 8:OO a.m at the San Marcos County Water District Board Room. Mr. Roger Greer arrived at this time (2:45 p.m.). 25th Anniversary Commi ttee Director Maerkle reported that a meeting had been held which he attended with Dire Kelly and Public Relations Consultant Mitchell. Mr. Mitchell gave an up-to-date r on the progress of the Committee thus far for the celebration of the District's 25 Anniversary. He stated that the celebration will commence with the Chamber of Corn noon luncheon on March 13, 1979. In addition, letters are being sent to the vario service clubs in the area regarding possible presentations during this time. Plaz for "over-the-dam" costs under protest I Camino Real has been contacted regarding a special display in the shopping area, the Water Authority and Metropol i tan Water District have a1 so been requested to f displays for the Mall. Mr. Mitchell also stated that work is continuing on prepa' of the slide presentation. Water Agencies Association In connection with the 25th Anniversary Meeting, April 79, 1979 Celebration, Mr. Kubota advised the Boar1 that arrangements have been made with thl Twin Inns and speaker Mr. Eckert for the Association meeting to be held on April 1979 and hosted by the District. This information will be announced at the meeti of the Association to be held tomorrow evening. I President MacLeod called for a short recess at 3:Ol p.m., and the meeting was res. at 3:18 p.m. Legal Counsel : Claim of Gabriel C. Rocha Legal Counsel Swirsky reported that a by Mr. Gabriel C. Rocha.for damages sustained when a water main was ruptured on or about October 10, 1978 while Hubbard Construction Company was excavating near the property on which a crop of tomatoes was being grown, causing water from the ruptured main to flow onto and flood two of Mr. Rocha's tomato fields. Hubbard Construction contendsthat the water main was carelessly, recklessly and negligent- installed by the District. In addition, Mr. Rocha was forced to reroute his irri! tion system. Mr. Rocha's claim for damages against the Carlsbad Municipal Water District is in the amount of $50,000. It was advised that Mr. Hubbard was acting as a contractor for the Leucadia County Water District at the time installing a sewer line. Legal Counsel recommended that the Board reject the claim of Mr. Roc and after further discussion, upon motion of Director Maerkle , seconded by Directc Kelly, and unanimously carried, the Board rejected the claim of Mr. Rocha and Lega Counsel was authorized to so notify the Claimant. District Engineer: Devel opment Program: Bill Miholich Development Engineer Kubota displayed the plans and discussed the character of the proposed water service for the development of Mr. Bill Miholich on El Camino Real. He stated that the development has Fire Department approval , but the plans have not been signed as yet. After discussion, upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Kelly, and unanimously carried, the Board approved the subject plans conditioned upon signature of the Fire Department. J. C. Penney Warehouse The Engineer displayed the plans for the proposed fire and domestic service. He recommended approval of the plans, and after discussion, upon motion of Director Engelmann , seconded by Director Maerkl e , and unanimously carried, the Engineer's recommendation was approved. claim has been filed against the Districl I the J. C. Penney warehouse and described I Oceanside-Carlsbad Inter-tie Engineer Kubota advised the Board that a Proposed Negative Declaration has been pr pared for the Oceanside-Carlsbad Inter-tie, and copies of the announcement have b forwarded to CalTrans , City of Oceanside, -City of Carl sbad and the San Di ego Archa logical Society. The announcement was published in the Carlsbad Journal on Saturd January 13, 1979 and will be;published again on Saturday, January 20, 1979. In addition, announcements wereposted on the bulletin boards located at District Head quarters, Carlsbad City Library and Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. The Board will consider adoption of the Negative Declaration on February 7 , 1979. The Engineer further advised that Bill No. 32142 dated January 3, 1979 has been received from the State Department of Transportation for the deposit due of $6,886.00 in connect with installation of two welded steel casings for two water mains within the two bridge structures. After discussion, upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded b: Director Kelly, and unanimously carried, authorization was granted for payment of Bill No. 32142 in the amount of $6,886.00. General Manager: Correspondence: La Costa Land Company Manager Kubota apprised the Board of a le from La Costa Land Company to the Distric Engineer relating to the Alga Road transmission main and requesting that the Distr - 2- January 17, 197 proceed with ,a Reimbursement Agreement. Mr. Kubota stated that under the terms o the original Agreement, the District is to provide a connection at the end of the 27" line which was built by La Costa Land Company. The Manager will forward a'le to them and report back to the Board. Construction Industry Federation Manager Kubota reported receipt of a Federation setting forth their concern about current trends in the financing of capital improvements. They are undertaking a study and have asked for District cooperation. Meetings : Dissol ution of Bel 1 ford Vi 11 age Manager Kubota reported on his attendanct Water District - LAFCO at the January 8, 1979 meeting of the Loc Agencies Formation Commission and stated that the LAFCO staff approved the dissolution of Bellford Village Water District. Carl sbad City Counci 1 Meeting The Manager gave a brief report on the January 16, 1979 City Council meeting held last evening. Chamber of Commerce Manager Kubota advised that the Chamber Annual Instal 1 ati on Dinner of Commerce Annual Instal 1 ation Dinner communication from the Construction Indu I wi 11 be he1 d on the evening of January 2 1979 at Rancho Carlsbad. 1979 Presidents' and Board Members' Institute Manager Kuhota reminded the Board that tl Annual Presidents' and Board Members' In! tute wi 11 be he1 d February 9-1 1 , 1979 in San Diego. Operations: The lake level is 504.0' and the flow frc the month of January measured 3.83" at Squires Dam. the Authority is 8 c.f.s. Rainfall for I Manager Kubota gave a report on repair work completed on the third leak east of Dr. Kramer's house. Foreman Musser has suggested that a main 1 i ne Val ve be i nsta' by Tabata's house and the Manager will report back to the Board concerning this. Mr. Kubota referred to the prior leak on El Camino Real , and stated that our torr( specialist made a survey of the area and has detected strong interference with a ' line at the crossing. Representatives of the fuel company involved will be contac by the District. Johns-Manville Seminar The Manager advised that Johns-Manville . January 18, 1979 sponsoring an informational seminar tom01 in San Diego regarding carcinogens in A. C pipe. There will be two sessions, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, ar Foreman Musser will be in attendance. Personnel : Manager Kubota stated that an applicant referred by Palomar College has been acce for the position of Waterworks Trainee and will join the District in approximatelj three weeks. In addition, Michael Winkelmann will be moving to Michigan and will terminate his employment with the District in late February or March. Mr. Winkeln has requested that the District consider purchasing approximately $250 worth of household furnishings in the mobile home, and this matter will be pursued by the Manager. Purchase Orders : to Rockwell International for 90-5/8" meters in the total amount of $3,307.20, and after discussion, upon motion of Director Engelmann, seconded by Director Kell and unanimously carried, the Manager's request was approved. Bills to be Paid: Manager Kubota advised the Board of an in the amount of $759.00 which is the premium due for inventory coverage, and afte discussion, upon motion of Director Kelly, seconded by Director Maerkle, and unani rnousely carried, authorization was granted for payment. The Manager also advised of a billing received from the State Workman's Compensati Insurance Fund in the amount of $1,237.68, and after discussion, upon motion of Director Naerkle, seconded by Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried, authori tion was granted for payment. I Manager Kubota requested Board approval for issuance of Purchase Order No. 2439 invoice received from Farmers Insurance - 3- January 17, 197 Countywide Mutual Aid Agreement Manager Kubota referred to the proposed Mutual Aid Agreement being discussed by several agencies in the County, and stated that this matter will be reviewed by the District and a recommendation made to the Board at a later date. San Diego County Water Authority The Manager reported receipt of a reques- San Vicente Reservoir from the Water Authority for the Distric. to make a declaration as to the amount 0' water which should be stored in San Vicente Reservoir for Fiscal Year 1978-79. Mr. Kubota recommended Board authorization to request storage in the amount of 400 acre feet, and after discussion, upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Kelly, and unanimously carried, the Manager's recommendation was approvec Non-Potable Water System Manager Kubota spoke to the,issue of development of a non-potable water systen and advised that the LAFCO staff has ruled that a legal interpretation is requirec regarding a new legislative bill and the District is awaiting a ruling from the County Counsel. He further advised that a letter was sent to Mr. Greer asking for an opportunity to make a presentation to the Carlsbad City Council, and he has been informed that time will be available at the February 6th Council meeting. After further discussion, upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried, the Manager was authorized to make a presenta- tion before the City Council regarding Board policy pertaining to the development of a non-potable water system. Ratification of Checks Upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Kelly , and unanimously Carrie the Board ratified Checks No. 3542 through 3611 covering the period from January C 1979 to January 17, 1979 in the sum of $20,472.66. Executive Session Upon motion of Director Maerkle, secondec carried , an executive session was called at 4:40 p.m. for personnel matters. Upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Bonas, and unanimously carri it was moved that the Board return to regular session at 5:19 p.m. The Board re- turned to regular session with all Board members present. Campaign Disclosure Statement Legal Counsel reminded the Board that filled out for the period of July 1 through December 31 , 1978. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 5:23 p.m. m by Director Engelmann, and unanimously I Campai gn Disc1 osure Statements are to be Respectfully submi tted , .-7 ,I c &/y>& '////.&>y />AFd / 'President of "the'Board of Directors II I -4- January 17 , 1979