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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL NATER DISTRICT, HELD ON MAY 16, 1979, AT 2:00 P.M., AT 5950 EL CAMINO REAL,
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA:
The meeting was called to order. at 2:03 p.m. by President MacLeod, with Directors
Bonas, Engelmann, Kelly, Maerkle and MacLeod answering roll call. Also present
were Legal Counsel Swirsky, District Engineer and Acting Manager Kubota , Publ ic
Relations Consultant Mitchell and Associate Dave Gurzenski, and Office Secretary. Utilities & Maintenance Director Greer (2:08 p.m.) of the City of Carlsbad, and Mrs. Ruth Honnol-d of the League of Women Voters , were also present.
Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Director Maerkl e, seconded b:
Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried
the minutes of the regular meeting of May 2, 1979, were approved as corrected.
Oral Communications from the Audience None
Commi ttee Reports :
S.D.C.W.A. Director Maerkle had no meeting to report 01
Ray Badger, Rancho Santa Fey and suggested that a letter be forwarded to his famil: After discussion, upon motion 0.f Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Kelly, and unanimously carried, the Board directed that a letter of condolence be written to the fami ly .of Mr. Badger.
He advised the Board of the.death of Mr.
Publ i c Information Publ ic Relations Consultant Mi tchell discus: the proposed series of articles to be autho by District Directors, and suggested that 4 to 6 articles be written in advance of publication in the Carlsbad/Journal. After discussion, it was agreed that Preside1 MacLeod and Director Maerkle will review the matter, with particular reference to assignment of topics,. and report back to the Board.
Tri-Agencies Pipeline Director Maerkl e stated that the pipe1 ine is
being tested at the present time. Engineer Kubota reviewed for the Board that authorization was granted to dig the trench for
a temporary connection at the west end of the pipeline, and advised that the mater
necessary, including valves, fittings and piping, amounts to approximately $8,000
He requested Board authorization to proceed with obtaining quotations from various
companies for the i terns mentioned , and after di cussion , upon motion of Di rector Mal seconded by Director Engelmann, and unanimously carried , the Engineer's request wa approved. Engineer Kubota further advised the Board of a meeting to be held with
manufacturer's representative'regarding the proposed Co-Generation Facility at SqU Dam on Monday afternoon (May 21 ) .
South Aqueduct Connection Engineer Kubota reported receipt of the fori Agreement for this project, and stated that
it will be reviewed by Legal Counsel. A copy will be furnished to the Board, and final consideration will be discussed at the next regular meeting.
Water Conservation, Reclamation . Director Bonas advised that the next regula and Reuse meeting of the Committee will be held on May 29 at District Headquarters.
Finance Commi ttee Director Maerkle reported that four quotati
Annual Audit FY 1978-79 were recieved for the District Annual Audit and presented the Finance committee's recomm dation that Mr. Harold D. Hickey be appointed as District Auditor for Fiscal Year 1978-79 in accordance with Mr. Hickey's letter quotation. After discussion, upon
motion of Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Kelly , and unanimously carried, t Finance Committee's recommendation was approved.
Legal Counsel : No speci a1 report.
District Engineer:
Development Program:
Lot 3, La Costa Village As a matter of information, Engineer Kubota briefly discussed the proposed 23-unit cond mini um to be constructed on Lot 3 of La Costa Vi 17 age.
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Unit 5, Rancho La Cuesta Engineer Kubota displayed the tentative mal
for Unit 5, Rancho La Cuesta. He discussec the previous plans which had been approved by the Board, and the present proposal to revise the map. He explained the street locations, and stated there will be very little difference for water system purposes. With Board concurrence, the
Engineer will submit a report to the Planning Department concerning the proposed project, and the final plans will be brought to the Board at a later date.
Japatul Business Center The Engineer reported that the District ha: received the draft Environmental ImDact Re1 I for the Japatul Business Center, and discussion followed regarding water sipply a; ability for .the proposed project.
Oceanside/Carlsbad Inter-Tie I1 Engineer Kubota stated that work on the
District's project is now being scheduled
for October.
Fresh Water Service The Engineer reported that Mr. He1 ley of
Santa Fe Reservoir Pal omar Estates Mobile Home Park has concu'
with the District ' s request for making a COI
tion to the private water system of the park to operate the chlorination station ,
Santa Fe Reservoir.
President MacLeod called for a short recess at 2:55 p.m., and the meeting was res' at 3:16 p.m.
Third Quarter Financial Accounting Officer Wilda Simpson reviewed . Statement Third Quarter Financial Statement with meml
answering questions. The Statement covered the period of July 1, 1978 through
March 31 , 1979.
General Manager:
of the Board, pointing out high1 ights and
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S.D.C.W.A. The Manager advised that information regarc
the adjustment in the District agricultura water rate has been forwarded to the Metropolitan Water District by the Water Aut1
American Pub1 i c Works Manager Kubota reported receipt of a lette
Associ at i on from the American Public works Association
stating that the week of May 20 through Ma: 1979 has been designated as National Public Works Week.
City of Carlsbad Manager Kubota informed the Board of an
announcement from the City of Carlsbad re- garding re-establishment of the monthly utility coordinating meetings by the City Engineer's office. Mr. Kubota advised that District representatives will be in attendance.
Meetings:
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State Water Pol icy Symposium The Manager referred to an announcement
Orange County's Stake in New Legislation to be held on Friday, June 1, 1979.
Carl sbad City Counci 1 Manager Kubota gave a report on the City May 15, 1979 Counci 1 meeti ng of last evening and i tems
of interest to the District. At that time
the Council approved the concept of a satellite sewage treatment plant and waste-
water reclamation facility for Lake Calavera Hills. The facility, which will be
bui 1 t by the development, will be operated by the City of Carl sbad.
regarding a State Water Policy Symposium o
Operations: The lake level is 500.1' , and the flow
from the Authority is 22 c.f.s.
The Manager discussed the shutdown of the Aqueduct scheduled to begin Sunday,
May 20 for four days. CMWD anticipates no water availability problems with the
possible exception of the Santa Fe Reservoir area , and arrangements have been mad'
to obtain water from San Marcos District. The Manager further discussed the plan
for furnishing water to the City of Oceanside through the inter-tie located at th,
May Company bridge area.
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Squi res Dam Settl ement Markers Manager Kubota requested Board authori.zati.
the settlement markers at Squires Dam, and after discussion , upon moti.on of Direc
Maerkle, seconded by Director Kelly , and unanimously carried, the Manager's reque was approved.
Use of District Facilities Manager Kubota advised the Board that the
the District public meeting room on Friday and all day Saturday (May 18-19). In
addition, Det.Sgt. Hargett has made arrangements for a course in Public Service
Management, under the University of Redlands extension program, to be conducted i the meeting room starting in September for 35 weeks.
CETA Program The Manager reported that the Regional
Employment & Training Consorti um has asked
the District if it would be interested in sponsoring a CETA program. The Manager
advised that the matter has been discussed with Office. Manager Simpson and Forem;
Musser, who have responded negatively from the standpoint of administration and supervision required. With Board concurrence, the District will decline sponsoril the program.
Purchase Orders: Manager Kubota requested Board ratificatiol
of Purchase Order No. 2518 to Rockwell In- ternational for meters and parts, for a total amount of $867.05. After discussiol upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Kelly, and unanimously carr'
the Board ratified the issuance of Purchase Order No. 2518 in the amount of $867.(
The Manager also requested Board authorization to issue Purchase Order No. 2517 tl Industries Supply for meter boxes and a "Y" harness in a total amount of $621.38,
and upon motion of Director Engelmann, seconded by Director Maerkle, and unanimou!
carried, the Board authorized the issuance of Purchase Order No. 2517 in the amou~
of $621.38.
District Water Rates. The Manager informed the Board that the District is in the process of notifying al' water customers by mail that the District is considering a water rate increase, and stated that a meeting of the Water Rate Committee will be held within the next week or ten days. The Committee will also be considering the override charge to the City of Carl sbad, and a report regarding the water rates will be avail able fou the next regular Board meeting.
to have the surveyor, Mr. Billings check
Pal omar Chapter of the 99' ers wi 11 be us< n
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District Budget Program Manager Kubota distributed a copy of a
schedule for the budget process for the District Budget for Fiscal Year 1979-80.
District Retirement Benefits The Manager advised the Board that PERS
employer contribution to the retirement system from 12.969% to 14.179%. has announced an increase in the District's
Meetings:
Presidents & Managers Meeting President MacLeod reported on his attendanc at the May 15 breakfast meeting of the Pre: dents & Managers Counci 1.
ACWA Spring Conference Director Bonas gave a report of the ACWA Sp Conference that she and President MacLeod a
ded in Sacramento, May 9-12. She referred tothe meetings she attended and mentione
the speakers and topics they discussed, and noted that the main theme of almost ev
speaker's presentation was "conservation". Director .Bonas stated that it was a ve
informative seminar and she and President MacLeod expressed their appreciation to
the Board for the opportunity of attending.
Ratification of Checks Upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded b
Di rector Engelmann , and unanimously carried the Board ratified Checks No. 4030 through 4075 covering the period from May 2, 19 to May 15, 1979 in the amount of $9,834.41.
General Manager:
District Computer Program Manager Kubota requested Board authorizatio
Poway Municipal Water District to attend a meeting at the District for assistance
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to invite Mrs. McGui re and Mr. Pike of
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in structuring a computer program proposal. After discussion, upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded by Director Kelly, and unanimously carried, the Manage]
request was approved.
Tour of District Service Area The Manager referred to the tour of the Di: service area scheduled for Wednesday, May i commencing at 1O:OO a.m. The tour will include the South Aqueduct Connection and Tri-Agencies Pipeline sites, and a special itinerary will be distributed prior to
the tour. Discussion was held concerning those who will be going on the tour.
Di stri ct Bus i ness Travel Manager Kubota discussed the present gasol-
situation and informed the Board that Distl employees are being excused during working hours to get gasol i ne. He a1 so noted 1 D'istrict gasoline would be available for any Board members or staff when needed fc
trips on behalf of the District.
Executive Session Upon motion of Director Maerkle, seconded
an executive session was called at 5:11 p.m. for personnel matters.
Upon motion of Director Maerkle , seconded by Director Kelly , and unanimously carr- it was moved that the Board return to regular session at 5:13 p.m. The Board re- turned to regular session with all Board members present.
Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 5:14 p.m.
by Director Engelmann, and unanimously car)
Respectfully submitted,
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