Minutes - Board - 2007-06-14o
COSTA MESA SANITARY DISTRICT
MINUTES OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 1419 2007
CALL TO ORDER The Board of Directors of the Costa Mesa
Sanitary District met in regular session on
June 14, 2007, at 6:00 p.m. at 628 W.
19th Street, Costa Mesa.
President Perry called the meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Director Ooten led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
INVOCATION Mr. Fauth gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL DIRECTORS PRESENT: Art Perry, Bob Ooten, Arlene Schafer,
Gary Monahan, James Ferryman
DIRECTORS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Robin B. Hamers, Manager /District
Engineer; Alan Burns, Legal Counsel;
Tom Fauth, Assistant Manager; Joan
Revak, Board Secretary/Program
Manager /Clerk of the District; Marc Davis,
Treasurer; Sherry Kallab, Accountant;
Karl Dulake, Maintenance Supervisor;
Debbie Bjornson, Permit. Processing
Specialist; Denise Gilbert, Public
Outreach Coordinator; Ron Shef,
Ordinance Enforcement Officer
OTHERS PRESENT: Ms. Gina Keuilian, 1079 Visalia Drive,
Costa Mesa
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Occupancy Report and The Trash Occupancy Count documented an
Payment of $195,641.74 increase of 7 units for the occupancy report for
to Costa Mesa Disposal — solid waste collection as of June 1, 2007.
May 2007 Therefore, the total for June is 21,369.
Board directed Staff to prepare a warrant for
$195,641.74 for June 2007 collection based on
occupancy report. Said payment in the amount of
$195,641.74 to Costa Mesa Disposal to be ratified
on the July 2007 warrant register.
Monthly Spill Report to The Monthly Spill Report to the State Water
State Water Resources Resources Control Board (SWRCB) for May 2007
Control Board was accepted as submitted.
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Additional Container The Additional Container Program report for May
Program Report 2007 was approved as distributed.
Minutes of CMSD Human
Resources Meeting of
May 24, 2007
ENGINEER'S REPORTS
Project Status Report
TREASURER'S REPORTS
Financial Report as of
May 31, 2007
Treasurer's Report as of
May 31, 2007
The Minutes of the Human Resources Meeting of
May 24, 2007, were received and filed.
The Project Status Report dated June 2007 was
accepted as submitted.
The Financial Report as of May 31, 2007 was
accepted as submitted.
The Treasurer's Report as of May 31, 2007 was
accepted as submitted.
Warrant 2007 -12 for May Warrant Resolution #CMSD 2007 -12 was
2007 in the amount of approved, authorizing the President and Secretary
$631,405.45 to sign the warrant ratifying the payment of certain
claims and demands, and specifying the funds out
of which the same were paid in the amount of
$631,405.45.
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• Directors Expenses for the Director Compensation and Expense
Month of May 2007 Reimbursements for the Month of May 2007 were
approved and ratified as follows:
Director Ferryman: $850.00
President Perry: $850.00
Vice President Schafer: $1020.00 + $13.23
Director Ooten: $1020.00
Director Monahan: $510.00
.......................... END OF CONSENT CALENDAR .........................
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Ms. Revak reported a letter was received from Ms. Jennifer Knapp, Rainbow Magnetics,
Inc. Ms. Knapp thanked the Board for the recent magnet order.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Director Ferryman thanked Mr. Burns for hosting at a recent dinner party.
MANAGER'S REPORTS
CMSD STRATEGIC PLAN
YEAR 2007/2008 STRATEGIC PLANNING ACTION ITEMS
Mr. Hamers presented the report and invited comments.
Director Ooten inquired as to the status of the CMSD video. Mr. Fauth reported
the video will be delayed approximately two months and should be completed by
the end of August.
Director Monahan inquired on the status of the web site. Ms. Revak reported it
should be up and running around the middle of July. Director Monahan
suggested a press release when the web site is up and running.
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SEWER SYSTEM COMMITTEE
Mr. Hamers commended the Board for establishing the Sewer System Committee.
REPORT ON COMMITTEE MEETING HELD JUNE 13, 2007
Director Monahan reported the Committee met and discussed the spill statistics
and reported that once an area has been cleaned, there have been no additional
spills in that area.
Director Monahan reported the Committee discussed the following:
❑ Cleaning crew costs.
❑ Sewer lateral issues.
❑ Going forward with Condominium Conversion Ordinance
❑ Board letter to the City to let them know that the District is formulating an
Ordinance for condominiums
PROJECT #101 — WEST SIDE PUMPING STATION ABANDONMENT — RESULTS
OF MEETING HELD APRIL 27, 2007
• Director Monahan reported the Sewer System Committee discussed the West Side
Pumping Station Abandonment. OCSD provided estimates in either the $9 million or
$6.6 million range, one for a gravity system and one for a new pumping station.
Board directed Staff to write a letter to OCSD thanking them for the study and
advising that the CMSD Board will update their original cost estimates for the CMSD
sewer lines leading from the pumping stations proposed for abandonment to the
regional facility prior to formalizing plans to continue.
REPORT ON RISK ASSESSMENT MEETING HELD MAY 23, 2007
Director Ooten reported he chaired a Risk
2007, attended by Mr. Hamers, Mr. Fauth, M
and Mr. Limon. The subcommittee discuss
developed a list of priorities to address those
and estimated costs to continuously strive tc
private SSOs.
FORMALIZE RISK ASSESSMENT SUBCOMMITTEE
Assessment Meeting on May 23,
> Revak, Mr. Dulake, Mr. Guzman,
d areas of risk in the District and
risks. Staff is developing a risk list
reach the goal of zero public and
Mr. Hamers recommended formalizing a Risk Assessment Subcommittee with
Director Ooten as Chairman.
Discussion was held regarding the length of time the committee would need to be
in existence. The Board determined that once the risks were identified, the
Subcommittee would not need to meet on a regular schedule and that an ad -hoc
committee would be suitable for risk assessment purposes.
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Director Ferryman motioned to approve the formulation of an Ad -Hoc Risk
Assessment Subcommittee. Director Schafer seconded. Motion carried 5 -0.
DISTRICT YARD UPDATE
CITY OVERLAY ZONING
Mr. Fauth provided a brief explanation of the four overlay zones in the City's
industrially zoned districts and how they affect the District's choice of property for
a District Yard. All of the possible choices would be affected by an overlay zone.
Mr. Fauth reported the City is steering the District to the Logan Street area.
Mr. Fauth reported he directed Mr. Gregg to send letters to each of the properties
in the acceptable area to determine if they are interested in selling their property.
Director Monahan suggested looking in Newport Beach to determine if there is
an acceptable property available.
Mr. Harriers suggested working with the City to determine CUP status on, a
prospective property.
• AUTHORITY OF A CITY OVER A SANITARY DISTRICT ON LAND USE MATTERS
Mr. Burns provided a report regarding who has jurisdiction on land use matters.
Mr. Burns stated, the District must adhere to the City's zoning laws regarding the
location of a corporate yard.
AUTHORITY OF THE DISTRICT TO PURCHASE PROPERTY OUTSIDE ITS BOUNDARIES
Mr. Burns reported Health and Safety Code Section 6514 provides that a District
may acquire property within or outside the limits of the District.
STATUS OF CMSD WEBSITE
Ms. Revak reported the completion of the website is scheduled for the beginning to
middle of July 2007.
Director Monahan suggested having links to other agencies on the CMSD website
as well as requesting a reciprocal link on the City's website.
RECYCLING REPORTS
• WASTE DIVERSION REPORT - MAY 2007
Ms. Revak presented the Waste Diversion Report for May 2007 showing a
50.45% diversion rate.
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Director Schafer motioned the Waste Diversion Report be received and filed.
Director Ferryman seconded. Motion carried 5 -0.
CONTRACT PAYMENT TO CR TRANSFER FOR RECYCLING SERVICES AND
DISPOSAL
PAYMENT FOR MAY 2007 SERVICES
Ms. Revak presented the Invoices for May 2007 recycling services and disposal.
Director Ferryman motioned to ratify
recycling services and disposal for the
$181,005.49. Director Ooten seconded.
contract payment to CR Transfer for
month of May 2007 in the amount of
Motion carried as follows:
Ayes: Perry, Schafer, Ooten, Ferryman, Monahan
Noes: None
Director Ferryman motioned to ratify contract payment to CR Transfer for
recycling services and disposal for Santa Ana Heights for the month of May 2007
in the amount of $15,362.61. Director Ooten seconded. Motion carried as
follows:
Ayes: Perry, Schafer, Ooten, Ferryman, Monahan
Noes: None
ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS REPORT
Mr. Shef provided a report for the period of May 2007. Mr. Shef reported more than
20 courtesy notices were distributed with several resident contacts for explanation.
Mr. Shef reported there is little evidence of scavenging for recyclables and any
graffiti noted on the containers is called in to the trash hauler for action by their
personnel.
UPDATE ON MONITOR VIDEO - REVISED SCHEDULE
Mr. Fauth reported the completion date was originally June 30, 2007, but due to
other priorities, the deadline has been revised to the end of August.
UPDATE ON RECEPTIONIST AND ACCOUNTING POSITIONS
Mr. Fauth reported an ad was placed in the Orange County Register for a
receptionist position with the District and approximately ten applications have been
received to date. Mr. Fauth stated the position is scheduled to close on June 25,
2007 and Staff will begin the interview process.
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• Mr. Fauth reported a qualified UCI student has been located and temporarily
appointed to the part -time position. Mr. Fauth reported the current appointment is to
be for a term no longer than 6 months while the permanent part -time position is
being advertised.
Mr. Monahan requested a copy of the job opportunities and inquired whether the
District has utilized interns. Mr. Fauth reported they have had interns in the past, but
has not engaged the services of an intern since moving to the new location.
RECYCLING COMMITTEE — WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 2007 — 12:00 P.M., CMSD
BOARDROOM, 628 W. 19T" STREET, COSTA MESA (DIRECTORS OOTEN AND
SCHAFER
RECYCLING COMMITTEE GOALS FOR 2007/2008
Director Ooten reported the Recycling Committee met on June 11, 2007, and
reviewed and reprioritized their recycling goals.
Director Ooten reported discussion was held regarding guest speakers and
adding possible presenters to the list.
0 LARGE ITEM COLLECTION - JUNE 11, 2007 - AUGUST 24, 2007
Director Ooten reported the Large Item Collection will commence on June 11,
2007 and run until August 24, 2007. A sample of the door hanger was distributed
to the Board and a holiday schedule magnet will be affixed to the door hanger for
distribution to residents.
WATER CONSERVATION
Director Ooten reported the Committee discussed a water conservation program.
An article outlining 25 ways to save water may be placed on the District's
website.
REVIEW OF SPECIAL PROGRAMS & DISTRIBUTION OF OUTREACH MATERIAL
Director Ooten reported the Committee reviewed the District's special programs
such as e- waste, curbside pickup, and the sharps program and distributed a list
of public outreach events and brochures.
The list will be updated to depict current materials and programs as well as future
opportunities.
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be participating in the Sharps program at the July regular meeting.
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CHANGE OF MEETING DATE FOR JULY 2007 RECYCLING COMMITTEE
Director Ooten reported the Recycling Committee Meeting date for July will not
be changed.
ENGINEER'S REPORTS
GENERAL WASTE DISCHARGE REQUIREMENTS (GWDR)
Mr. Hamers reported he appreciated the contribution by the Board and Staff
regarding the sewer system.
PROJECT #101 — WEST SIDE PUMPING STATION ABANDONMENT — RESULTS
OF MEETING HELD APRIL 27, 2007 (REVISITED)
Director Schafer requested Mr. Hamers provide more information on his
recommendation for the West Side Pumping Station Abandonment. Mr. Hamers
stated he recommended updating the District's cost for building gravity sewer lines
from the pumping stations to the regional facility prior to requesting OCSD commit to
constructing and owning the "regional facility."
PROJECT #129 — THREE PARTY AGREEMENT BETWEEN CMSD, OCDA, AND
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Mr. Hamers reported the three -party agreement between CMSD, OCDA, and City of
Newport Beach is still being fine -tuned and will be brought to the Board when
complete.
CMSD PROJECT #168 — IRVINE PUMP STATION RELOCATION
Mr. Hamers reported the Orange County Public Works Department is widening
Irvine Avenue, necessitating the moving of the Irvine Pump Station.
Mr. Hamers reported the current project funding including the 2007 -2008 budget
contribution is approximately $1.39 million. Mr. Hamers recommended reallocating
Project #183, Sewer System Wide repair funds of $450,000 to Project #168.
BID OPENING
Mr. Hamers reported receiving three bids for construction of Project #168:
Vadnais Corporation
$1,715,875
Orion Construction Corporation 1 $1,936.950
Schuler Engineering Corporation
$2,278,798
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• Mr. Hamers recommended awarding the bid to Vadnais Corporation as the
lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
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Director Ooten motioned to award the bid to Vadnais Corporation in the amount
of $1,715,875, with the transfer of funds as recommended. Director Schafer
seconded.
Motion carried as follows:
Ayes: Perry, Schafer, Ooten, Ferryman, Monahan
Noes: None
PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE INSPECTION SERVICES
Mr. Hamers presented a proposal to provide inspection services for Project #168
as follows:
Engineering 24 weeks x 16 hrs /week x $85 /hr = $32,640
Surveying 20 hrs x $220 /hr = $4,400
Inspection 75 days x 8 hrs/day x $60.00 /hr = $36,000
Total $73,040
Director Ferryman motioned to approve inspection services for Project #168, not
to exceed $73,040. Director Ooten seconded. Motion carried as follows:
Ayes: Perry, Schafer, Ooten, Ferryman, Monahan
No: None
CMSD PROJECT #181 — NEWPORT BLVD. SEWER AT 19TH STREET
Mr. Hamers reported Project #181, Newport Boulevard Sewer at 19th Street was
completed and recommended the following:
❑ Accept improvements as completed and file a Notice of Completion.
❑ Authorize payment of 5% retention 35 days after Notice of Completion is
recorded.
❑ Exonerate Labor and Material Bond 35 days after notice of Completion is
recorded.
❑ Exonerate Faithful Performance Bond one year after Notice of Completion is
recorded.
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Director Monahan motioned to accept improvements on Project #181 as completed,
file a Notice of Completion, Authorize payment of 5% retention 35 days after Notice
of Completion is recorded, Exonerate Labor and Material Bond 35 days after Notice
of Completion is recorded, and Exonerate Faithful Performance Bond one year after
Notice of Completion is recorded. Director Schafer seconded. Motion carried 5 -0.
3333 HYLAND AVENUE SOUTH COAST HOME FURNISHINGS
Mr. Hamers reported the project at 3333 Hyland Avenue, Costa Mesa, was
completed and recommended the following:
❑ Accept improvements as completed and file a Notice of Completion.
❑ Exonerate Labor and Material Bond 35 days after notice of Completion is
recorded.
❑ Exonerate Faithful Performance Bond one year after Notice of Completion is
recorded.
Director Schafer motioned to accept improvements at 3333 Hyland Avenue as
completed, file a Notice of Completion, Exonerate Labor and Material Bond 35 days
after Notice of Completion is recorded, and Exonerate Faithful Performance Bond
one year after Notice of Completion is recorded. Director Ferryman seconded.
Motion carried 5 -0.
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH IRVINE RANCH WATER DISTRICT
Mr. Hamers presented the Memorandum of Understanding with Irvine Ranch Water
District regarding the Anniversary Lane Water Line Construction. Mr. Hamers
reported Staff from IRWD chose to disregard the basic hold - harmless language
provided by CMSD attorney, Alan Burns, in the proposed MOU. Therefore, IRWD is
refusing to accept the liability for increased construction costs and potential fines
from the State of California Department of Health Services based on the
construction of their water line in the prohibited zone directly above the Costa Mesa
Sanitary District Sewer line.
Director Ferryman requested Staff outline the issue and he would assist in the
negotiations.
REPORT ON EMERGENCY WORK — GISLER PUMPING STATION
Mr. Hamers reported pumps at the Gisler Pumping Station were repaired on an
emergency basis and requested the item be ratified by a 4/5 vote.
Director Monahan motioned to ratify the emergency work performed at the Gisler
Pumping Station. Director Ooten seconded. Motion carried 5 -0.
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TREASURER'S REPORTS
RESOLUTION NO. 2007 -735 ADOPTING BUDGET FOR 2007 -2008
Mr. Davis presented Resolution No. 2007 -735, A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS OF THE COSTA MESA SANITARY DISTRICT, ADOPTING A
BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2007 -08. Mr. Davis requested a modification of
moving the funds from CIP Improvement Project #183 to Project #168.
Director Monahan motioned to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -735, Budget for 2007-
2008 and reallocate the funds from Project #183 to Project #168. Director Ooten
seconded.
LOCAL TRASH AND SEWER RATES
Mr. Davis presented a survey of local trash and sewer rates for Board review.
INVESTMENT OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE MEETING - THURSDAY, JUNE 14, 2007,
5:30 P.M. (DIRECTORS SCHAFER AND OOTEN)
Mr. Davis reported the Investment Oversight Committee Meeting was held prior to
the June regular meeting where the Treasurer's report for May was reviewed and the
investment policy was discussed.
ATTORNEY'S REPORT
INCREASE IN DIRECTOR COMPENSATION
Mr. Burns reported the Director's compensation increase was noticed in the Daily
Pilot newspaper on June 14 and June 28, 2007, and will be voted upon at the July 9,
2007 meeting.
ASTIN, LOCKE V CMSD (SUP. COURT CASE NO. 06CCO5755) STATUS
REPORT (POSSIBLE NEED FOR CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT
CODE 54956.9(A)
Mr. Burns reported he is still anticipating the release of the District from the lawsuit.
CAR DAMAGE BY CR&R TRASH BIN AT ST. JOACHIM SCHOOL
Mr. Burns reported a rejection letter was sent and a tender of defense letter was
• sent to CR &R regarding the claim of Ms. Noelle Peterson and there has been no
change or contact from anyone to date.
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POLICY ON REIMBURSEMENT FOR TONER AND INK CARTRIDGES, ETC.
Mr. Burns presented a draft policy for reimbursement for expenses on toner and ink
cartridges. The policy outlined the steps to be taken to authorize a reimbursement.
Director Ferryman motioned to approve the reimbursement policy concept and direct
Staff to prepare a formal policy. Director Ooten seconded. Motion carried 5 -0.
SENATE BILL NO. 343 AND No. 964 - AMENDMENTS TO THE BROWN ACT
Mr. Burns reported both Senate Bill No. 343 and No. 964 are moving forward and
provided an update on each Senate Bill to the Board.
FLOW CONTROL UPHELD BY THE U.S. SUPREME COURT ON A SPLIT DECISION
(UNITED HAULERS V ONEIDA- HERKIMER SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY)
Mr. Burns presented a review of United Haulers v Oneida - Herkimer Solid Waste
Authority.
SDRMA AMENDMENT TO THE SPECIAL DISTRICT RISK MANAGEMENT
AUTHORITY JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
Mr. Hamers provided a brief history of SDRMA Amendment to the Special District
Risk Management Authority Joint Powers Agreement.
CMSD RESOLUTION NO. 2007 -734 APPROVING SIXTH AMENDED JOINT POWERS
AGREEMENT RELATING TO THE SPECIAL DISTRICT RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
Mr. Hamers presented Resolution No. 2007 -734, A RESOLUTION OF THE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE COSTA MESA SANITARY DISTRICT
APPROVING THE FORM OF AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND
DELIVERY OF A SIXTH AMENDED JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT.
Director Ferryman motioned to adopt Resolution No 2007 -734. Director Ooten
seconded. Motion carried as follows:
Ayes: 4
Noes: 0
Abstention: 1 (Director Schafer)
INSPECTION AND REHABILITATION OF EXISTING SEWER LATERALS
• Mr. Hamers reported Mr. Burns is working on an Ordinance regarding the inspection
and rehabilitation of existing sewer laterals.
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USE OF PUBLIC MONEY FOR PRIVATELY OWNED SEWER LATERAL
MAINTENANCE/REPAIR
Mr. Burns provided a synopsis regarding the use of public money for privately owned
sewer lateral maintenance and repair. Mr. Burns reported the money would not be
considered a gift of public funds if it was determined it served the District's goal of
preventing sewage spills.
A special meeting was scheduled for June 28, 2007 to finalize the components for a
policy for review and approval by the Board regarding sewer lateral maintenance
and repair.
POLICY FOR COMMON SEWER LATERALS IN WESTSIDE CMSD
Director Ferryman motioned to direct Staff to bring back proposed revisions to the
Operations Code regarding common sewer laterals in accordance with the Sewer
Committee's recommendations. Director Ooten seconded. Motion carried 5 -0.
INFORMATION OF INTEREST FROM MAY 2007 LEAGUE CITY ATTORNEY'S
. CONFERENCE
Mr. Burns provided highlights of the City Attorney's Conference, briefly discussing
the NPDES permits. Mr. Burns will monitor the cases and provide updates to the
Board as they become available.
REPORT ON SETTLEMENT OF LOS ANGELES REGIONAL WATER QUALITY
CONTROL BOARD & SANTA MONICA BAYKEEPER V THE SANITATION
DISTRICTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Mr. Burns presented a settlement sheet for the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality
Control Board & Santa Monica Baykeeper v the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles
County.
LOCAL MEETINGS (INCLUDES REPORTS BY ALL DIRECTORS
REPRESENTATING CMSD)
ORANGE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT (OCSD)
MEETING HELD MAY 23, 2007 (DIRECTOR FERRYMAN)
• President Perry attended the May 23, 2007 OCSD meeting and reported they
discussed the following:
❑ Director Ferryman nominated as Chairman, Doug Davert nominated as
Vice Chairman. Election will be held on June 27, 2007
❑ SARI line funding status
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SANTA ANA RIVER FLOOD PROTECTION AGENCY (SARFPA)
President Perry attended the May 24, 2007, and reported they discussed the
following:
❑ Revised annual assessment reduced from $1,200 to $1,100
❑ Herb Nakasone reported on Washington DC Trip
❑ Prado Dam Project estimated to be completed in 2013
❑ Status of State Subvention Program
INDEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICTS OF ORANGE COUNTY (ISDOC) (DIRECTOR
SCHAFER
Director Schafer attended the ISDOC meeting on May 1, 2007 and provided
reports on LAFCO and CSDA.
QUARTERLY MEETING - MAY 31, 2007
• Director Schafer attended the Quarterly ISDOC meeting on May 31, 2007, and
reported the following:
Lisa Kalustian, Deputy Director from the Office of Governor Arnold
Schwarzenegger, spoke on "What the Governor's May Budget Revision Could
Mean to Special Districts, Taxpayers, and our Continued Investment in California
Infrastructure."
LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION (LAFCO) (DIRECTOR SCHAFER)
MUNICIPAL SERVICES REVIEW /SPHERE OF INFLUENCE UPDATE FOR THE CMSD -
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20, 2007 AT 9:00 A.M. ORANGE COUNTY HALL OF
ADMINISTRATION, 10 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, PLANNING COMMISSION HEARING ROOM,
SANTA ANA
Director Schafer attended the May 9, 2007, LAFCO meeting and reported the
following:
❑ Approved consent calendar - annexation of 1.6 acres of uninhabited territory
located in the unincorporated North Tustin area to the Orange County
Sanitation District.
❑ Status on West Santa Ana Heights reorganization to City of Newport Beach
• ❑ Banning Ranch sphere of influence
❑ Amendment to the City of Costa Mesa SOI
❑ PowerPoint presentation - Director Schafer offered a copy for the Board's
review
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❑ Municipal Service Reviews for OCSD passed
❑ Municipal Service Review for OCWD continued to June 20, 2007
❑ CMSD Municipal Service Review /Sphere of Influence to be considered June
20, 2007
CALIFORNIA SPECIAL DISTRICTS ASSOCIATION (CSDA) (DIRECTOR SCHAFER)
Director Schafer attended the May 14 - 15, 2007 CSDA meeting and reported the
following:
❑ Legislative Days a success
❑ Financial Corp. meeting
❑ Legislative meeting
❑ Board of Director meeting
❑ Legislative Day Speaker meeting
❑ Director Schafer to run for re- election for CSDA
❑ Conference call on 5 -25 -2007
❑ SB -343, Director Schafer provided Special District impact.
• OTHER MEETINGS QUALIFYING FOR REIMBURSEMENT UNDER CMSD
ORDINANCE NO. 55, OPERATIONS CODE SECTION 3.01.030
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Director Schafer attended the May 2, 2007 Chamber of Commerce legislative
meeting and provided information for the Board's perusal. Reports from the
county, state, districts, and city, Gas Company, Edison, and special districts were
given.
WACO
Director Schafer attended the May 4, 2007 meeting and reported the guest
speaker was very informative.
OLD BUSINESS
REQUEST FOR ROUTE DAY CHANGES FROM CR&R
Mr. Fauth reported he did not have an update on the route day change request
from CR &R
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SDRMA RENEWAL CONTRIBUTION FOR 2007 -2008 IN THE AMOUNT OF
$69,094.45
Mr. Burns reported he spoke to Mr. Jim Towns, Chief Executive Officer, SDRMA
regarding coverage for inverse condemnation. Mr. Towns assured Mr. Burns he
was working on the issue and would be speaking to the re- insurers in Boston.
Mr. Towns felt the Board would have no problem extending coverage to CMSD for a
year until a more permanent solution could be found.
Director Monahan motioned to approve the renewal in the amount of $69,094.45,
subject to Staff getting appropriate assurance that the inverse coverage will be
provided. Director Ooten seconded. Motion carried as follows:
Ayes: Perry, Schafer, Ooten, Ferryman, Monahan
Noes: None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND DIRECTOR COMMENTS
There were no oral communications from Directors.
ADJOURNMENT
President Perry adjourned the meeting 8:07 p.m.
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