2017_06_22_boardThursday, June 22, 2017
Board of Directors Regular Meeting
290 Paularino Avenue, Costa Mesa
5:30PM
A. OPENING ITEMS
Subject 1. Call to Order
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Subject 2. Pledge of Allegiance
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Subject 3. Invocation
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(If absences occur, consider whether to deem those absences excused based on facts presented for the absence – such
determination shall be the permission required by law.)
Subject 4. Roll Call
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Subject 5. Ceremonial Matters and Presentations
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Unless directed otherwise by the Board of Directors, all actions shall be based on/memorialized by the latest document
submitted as a late communication.
Subject 6. Announcement of Late Communications
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This time has been set aside for persons in the audience to make the Board of comments on items within the subject
matter jurisdiction of the Costa Mesa Sanitary District that are not listed on this agenda. Members of the public will have
the opportunity to address Directors about all other items on this agenda at the time those items are considered.
Under the provisions of the Brown Act, the Board of Directors is prohibited from taking action on oral requests but may
refer the matter to staff or to a subsequent meeting. The Board of Directors will respond after public comment has been
received. Please state your name. Each speaker will be limited to four (4) continuous minutes.
Subject 7. Public Comments
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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B. CONSENT CALENDAR
Subject 1. Approve Consent Calendar
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
File Attachments
minutes_2017_4_11_ss_revised.pdf (51 KB)
Subject 2. Approve Board of Directors Study Session Meeting Minutes of April 11, 2017
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors approve the meeting minutes as presented.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
File Attachments
minutes_2017_4_14_special_revised.pdf (36 KB)
Subject 3. Approve Board of Directors Special Meeting Minutes of April 14, 2017
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors approve the meeting minutes as presented.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
File Attachments
minutes_2017_4_27_rm_revised.pdf (77 KB)
Subject 4. Approve Board of Directors Regular Meeting Minutes of April 27, 2017
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors approve the meeting minutes as presented.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
File Attachments
minutes_2017_5_9_ss.pdf (43 KB)
Subject 5. Approve Board of Directors Study Session Meeting Minutes of May 9, 2017
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors approve the meeting minutes as presented.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
File Attachments
minutes_2017_5_12_special.pdf (32 KB)
Subject 6. Approve Board of Directors Special Meeting Minutes of May 12, 2017
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors approve the meeting minutes as presented.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
File Attachments
minutes_2017_5_25_rm.pdf (68 KB)
Subject 7. Approve Board of Directors Regular Meeting Minutes of May 25, 2017
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors approve the meeting minutes as presented.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Directors' compensation for the month of May 2017
b. Directors' reimbursement of expenses for the month of May 2017
File Attachments
director_compensation2.pdf (1,706 KB)
director_expense.pdf (733 KB)
Subject 8. Approve Directors' Compensation and Reimbursement of Expenses
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors approve the compensation and reimbursement of expenses as
presented.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
Summary
Attached is the Payroll General Ledger Distribution Report summarizing each payroll during the month.
Legal Review
Not Applicable
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
Sufficient funds are available in the adopted budget.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the complete agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors Regular meeting at District Headquarters and posted on the District’s website www.cmsdca.gov
Alternative Actions
Refer item back to staff with further instructions.
File Attachments
Payroll Transparency Disclosure May 2017.pdf (871 KB)
Subject 9. Approve Payroll Transparency Disclosure for May 2017
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors approve and file the report.
Goals 7.0 Finance
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
Summary
The following is a summary of the Sewer Lateral Assistance Program (SLAP) activity for the 20162017 fiscal year as of
May 31, 2017:
Adopted SLAP Budget (181 Applications) $200,000
FY 1516 Carryover Budget (48 Applications) 54,616
Total Budget** 254,616
FY 1617 New Applications Received = 251
Applications Processed for Payment* = 195 $185,942
Applications In Process* = 48 52,800
Available SLAP Spots Based on Funding = 14 15,400
Total Projected Cost $254,142
* Includes applications started in prior fiscal year but completed in current fiscal year.
** Funds remaining at the end of the fiscal year will be carried forward.
Subject 10. Receive and File Sewer Lateral Assistance Program (SLAP) Update for May 2017
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors receive and file this report.
Goals 1.9 Sewer Lateral Assistance Program (SLAP)
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
File Attachments
WARRANT RESO June Mtg2017.pdf (414 KB)
Subject 11. Adopt Warrant Resolution No. CMSD 201712 Approving District Warrant Registers
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors adopt Warrant Resolution No. CMSD 201712 approving District
warrants for the month of May 2017 in the amount of $1,012,315.96.
Goals 7.0 Finance
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
Summary
This payment to CR Transfer is for the sorting of recyclables from the mixed waste and disposal of the remaining waste at
the landfill. With the implementation the Organics Recycling Program adopted by the Board, this payment also includes
the diverting of the organics waste to the Anaerobic Digestion facility to be recycled into fertilizer or renewable natural gas
to fuel the refuse trucks.
Analysis
Below is a chart depicting the total tonnage and payments due for residential and organic waste collected in Costa Mesa
and Newport Beach.
Costa Mesa Newport Beach Total
Residential Waste $140,695.78 $3,579.17 $144,274.95
Organics $57,627.57 $2,842.12 $60,469.69
Total Payment $204,744.64
Tonnage
Residential Waste 2707.25 68.87 2776.12
Organics 805.98 39.75 845.73
Total Tonnage 3621.85
Legal Review
Not applicable
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
Sufficient funds are available in the adopted budget to pay for the services provided.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the complete agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors regular meeting at District Headquarters and posted on the District’s website at www.cmsdca.gov.
Alternative Actions
Refer item back to staff with further instructions.
Subject 12. Approve the preparation of a warrant to CR Transfer in the amount of
$204,744.64 for May 2017 recycling and disposal services in the June 2017 warrant
register
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Preferred Date Jun 22, 2017
Absolute Date Jun 22, 2017
Recommended
Action
Approve the preparation of a warrant to CR Transfer in the amount of $204,744.64 for May 2017
recycling and disposal services to be ratified in the June 2017 warrant register.
Goals 2.2 Annual Contract Audits
2.4 Develop Strategies for 75% Waste Diversion
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
Summary
The occupancy count is the number of residential customers that the District pays CR&R for the trash truck to stop at
and pickup trash carts. The District pays CR&R $9.7954 per occupant per month. Each month new
residential customers in brand new developments contact the District to establish new trash service. District staff
contact's CR&R to approve the dropoff of carts at the residence which results in an increase in the occupancy count as
shown on the attached list.
Over the years, some discrepancies have occurred in the number of total occupancies. District staff has been working
with CR&R to reconcile the entire list of service addresses for the past few months. While this process in underway, the
District and CR&R have agreed to freeze the occupancy count at the March 2017 level. District staff will continue to track
the number of new service addresses, but the District will only pay for the total occupancy count of 22,518 until the total
address list is verified. Six (6) accounts have been added since the last billing period.
The payment calculation is based on the following:
District's Current Rate for May of 2017:
22,518 x $9.7954 = $220,572.82
Analysis
Accept the occupancy count as presented using 22,518 as the correct number of active units and direct staff to prepare a
warrant to CR&R Environmental Services for May 2017 collection based on this occupancy report so long as the contractor
fulfills the obligations of the agreement in the amount of $220,572.82 to be ratified in the June 2017 warrant list.
Legal Review
Not Applicable
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
Sufficient funds are available in the adopted budget to pay for the services provided.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the complete agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors Regular meeting at District Headquarters and posted on the District’s website.
Subject 13. Accept the occupancy count as presented as 22,518 and direct staff to prepare a
warrant to CR&R Environmental Services for $220,572.82 for May 2017 collection.
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action (Consent)
Preferred Date Jun 22, 2017
Absolute Date Jun 22, 2017
Recommended
Action
Accept the occupancy count as presented using 22,518 as the correct number of active units and
direct staff to prepare a warrant to CR&R Environmental Services for May 2017 collection based
on this occupancy report so long as the contractor fulfills the obligations of the agreement in the
amount of $220,572.82 to be ratified in the June 2017 warrant list.
Goals 2.2 Annual Contract Audits
2.4 Develop Strategies for 75% Waste Diversion
Alternative Actions
Refer item back to staff with further instructions.
File Attachments
CMSD Occupancy Report May 2017.pdf (100 KB)
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
Summary
Attached is the Investment Report for the month of May 2017. As required by the District’s Statement of Investment
Policy, the Investment Report delineates all investment activity during the month.
Analysis
This report lists the types of securities held in the District’s portfolio, the institutions from which the securities were
purchased, maturity dates and interest rates as of May 31, 2017. The District’s investments are in compliance with the
Statement of Investment Policy adopted by the Board at the June 23, 2016 regular meeting, as well as the California
Government Code. The market values in this report were provided by our third party custodian, Pershing, LLC, except for
the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF). The market value of LAIF was provided by the State Treasurer’s Office. It
does not represent the value of the underlying securities within the pool, but rather the par or cost amount, which is the
amount the District is entitled to withdraw. This reporting practice is consistent with industry standard practices for
similar funds.
The weighted average stated rate of return (current yield) for the District’s investment portfolio as of May 31, 2017, was
1.344%. The yield to maturity of the portfolio was 1.348%. The District’s weighted average interest rate was 42 basis
points (0.419%) above the LAIF average monthly rate for May 2017 of 0.925%. The weighted average number of days
to maturity for the District’s total portfolio was 821 days (2.25 years). The average duration of the underlying securities
in LAIF as of May 31, 2017 was 186 days.
The District’s investment portfolio is in compliance with its liquidity limitations, which requires that a minimum of 20.00%
of the portfolio must mature within one year. The percentage of the portfolio maturing in less than one year as of May
31, 2017 was 35.32%. The District has adequate cash reserves necessary to meet its obligations for the next six
months.
A majority of the District’s cash and investments is reserved or set aside for specific purposes. A description of the various
classifications of the District’s cash and investments are as follows:
Classification Description
Solid Waste Fund:
Operating reserve
Equal to 30% of the operations budget of the Solid
Waste Fund per Operations Code Section
4.030.020. The Operating Reserve can only be
accessed with prior Board approval.
Designated for revenue dry period
Equal to 5 months of budgeted expenditures for the
fiscal year to cover the cash deficit during the
period in which the District does not receive any
revenue.
Undesignated Currently used for rate stabilization and payment of
organics recycling costs.
Wastewater Fund:
Operating reserve
Equal to 25% of the operations budget of the
Wastewater Fund per Operations Code Section
4.030.020. The Operating Reserve can only be
accessed with prior Board approval.
Reserved for emergency preparedness Set aside for infrastructure improvements in the
event of a catastrophic disaster.
Reserved for capital outlay Set aside for capital improvement projects approved
Subject 14. Approve Investment Report for the Month of May 2017
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors approve the Investment Report for the month of May 2017.
Goals 7.0 Finance
and budgeted by the Board, but which have not yet
been completed.
Designated for revenue dry period
Equal to 5 months of budgeted expenditures for the
fiscal year to cover the cash deficit during the
period in which the District does not receive any
revenue.
Undesignated Wasterwater funds available to be appropriated by
the Board.
Facilities Revolving Fund
Collection of fixture fees which is a restricted
revenue source and can only be used for new sewer
facilities.
Asset Replacement Fund Accumulation of funds for replacement of vehicles,
equipment and computers.
Asset Management Fund
Accumulation of funds in accordance with asset
management model for longterm replacement of
sewer pipes and related infrastructure.
Legal Review
Legal review is not required.
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6, “”Projects” does not include….C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
The portfolio was budgeted to earn an average rate of 0.900% for the year ending June 30, 2017. Through May 31,
2017, the portfolio has earned a weighted average interest rate of 1.282%.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors regular meeting at District Headquarters (290 Paularino Avenue) and on the District’s website at
www.cmsdca.gov.
Alternative Actions
Refer the matter back to staff.
File Attachments
Investment Report May 2017.pdf (548 KB)
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS Consideration of Solid Waste Annual Charges for FY 2017
18 to be Collected with the General Taxes
Summary
The District adopted the procedures authorized by Health and Safety Code Section 5470 that allows solid waste and
wastewater charges to be collected on the assessment roll. To do so we must adopt a report assessing the charges against
the parcels every year. The proposed resolutions make those assessments.
Analysis
The District has adopted the procedures provided in Health and Safety Code Section 5470 to allow our solid waste and
wastewater collection charges to be collected with other taxes on the County assessment roll. To be able to do so, the
District went through a mailed notice proceeding and the process was implemented in the early 1990s. Since that
implementation, Proposition 218 was passed (Article XIIID of the California Constitution) which required that fees must
be justified as proportional and in other ways proper whenever a new fee or increase is needed. That proceeding also
requires mailed notice and a protest hearing. This year no fees are being increased for solid waste, however fees for
wastewater collection will increase by 2% for all classes. The fee increase is part of a five year Sewer Rate Plan that was
approved by the Board of Directors on June 27, 2013. Prior to approving the Sewer Rate Plan, the District followed
Proposition 218 procedures so said procedures are not required this year.
However, we are still required to annually assess both the solid waste and wastewater charges by parcel for the Assessor.
The procedure to assess parcels must be adopted after a noticed public hearing, in which notice is published two weeks
before in an appropriate newspaper. The District will provide the County with an electronic version of a report which
contains a description of each property receiving services and the charges. The real property may be described by
reference to the assessor’s parcel map description.
The hearing should be held to consider objections or protests to the assessments. Upon conclusion of the hearing, the
Board may adopt the resolution approving the assessments to be filed with the Auditor. The Clerk must then file the
assessments with the Auditor before August 10. She must confirm that the charges were adopted by the Board. The
Auditor must then enter the charges against the parcels on the assessment roll. The charges are then collected by the
Assessor and if the charges are not paid, there are procedures for liens, penalties and collections.
Legal Review
District Counsel reviewed this staff report and resolutions that are attached hereto.
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
The adopted Solid Waste rate for the fiscal year 201718 is the same as the prior fiscal year. Therefore, the annual
charge of $216 will generate an estimated $4,725,000 as reflected in the adopted budget.
Solid Waste Rates for FY 201718
Customer Class Per Month Per Year
Single/MultiFamily Residential $18.00 $216.00
Public Notice Process
Subject 1. Presentation of Report: Consideration of Solid Waste Annual Charges for FY 2017
18 to be Collected with the General Taxes
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Presentation
Goals 7.0 Finance
7.1 Perform long term solid and liquid waste rate projections
Since the five year Wastewater Rate Plan was adopted on June 27, 2013 and rates are not being increased for solid
waste, this matter does not require mailed protest hearing statements but is properly noticed with two weeks newspaper
notice in accordance with Government Code Section 6066. Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the
entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of Directors regular meeting at District Headquarters and on the
District’s website www.cmsdca.gov. We additionally provided 30 days notice of the increase in sewer rates. (Gov. Code
54756(d).)
Alternative Actions
1. Refer the matter back to staff.
File Attachments
C. Proof of Publication Rates.pdf (925 KB)
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS Consideration of Solid Waste Annual Charges for FY 2017
18 to be Collected with the General Taxes
Subject 2. Open Public Hearing
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Procedural
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS Consideration of Solid Waste Annual Charges for FY 2017
18 to be Collected with the General Taxes
Subject 3. Close Public Hearing
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Presentation
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS Consideration of Solid Waste Annual Charges for FY 2017
18 to be Collected with the General Taxes
File Attachments
A. RESOLUTION 2017897 IMPOSING CHARGES ON ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR TRASH COLLECTION.pdf (12 KB)
Subject 4. Adopt Resolution No. 2017897 Imposing Charges on Assessment Roll for Trash
Collection
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors adopt Resolution No. 2017897 Imposing Charges on Assessment Roll
for Trash Collection.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS Consideration of Wastewater Annual Charges for FY 2017
18 to be Collected with the General Taxes
Summary
The District adopted the procedures authorized by Health and Safety Code Section 5470 that allows solid waste and
wastewater charges to be collected on the assessment roll. To do so we must adopt a report assessing the charges against
the parcels every year. The proposed resolutions make those assessments.
Analysis
The District has adopted the procedures provided in Health and Safety Code Section 5470 to allow our solid waste and
wastewater collection charges to be collected with other taxes on the County assessment roll. To be able to do so, the
District went through a mailed notice proceeding and the process was implemented in the early 1990s. Since that
implementation, Proposition 218 was passed (Article XIIID of the California Constitution) which required that fees must
be justified as proportional and in other ways proper whenever a new fee or increase is needed. That proceeding also
requires mailed notice and a protest hearing. This year no fees are being increased for solid waste, however fees for
wastewater collection will increase by 2% for all classes. The fee increase is part of a five year Sewer Rate Plan that was
approved by the Board of Directors on June 27, 2013. Prior to approving the Sewer Rate Plan, the District followed
Proposition 218 procedures so said procedures are not required this year.
However, we are still required to annually assess both the solid waste and wastewater charges by parcel for the Assessor.
The procedure to assess parcels must be adopted after a noticed public hearing, in which notice is published two weeks
before in an appropriate newspaper. The District will provide the County with an electronic version of a report which
contains a description of each property receiving services and the charges. The real property may be described by
reference to the assessor’s parcel map description.
The hearing should be held to consider objections or protests to the assessments. Upon conclusion of the hearing, the
Board may adopt the resolution approving the assessments to be filed with the Auditor. The Clerk must then file the
assessments with the Auditor before August 10. She must confirm that the charges were adopted by the Board. The
Auditor must then enter the charges against the parcels on the assessment roll. The charges are then collected by the
Assessor and if the charges are not paid, there are procedures for liens, penalties and collections.
Legal Review
District Counsel reviewed this staff report and resolutions that are attached hereto.
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
Wastewater Rates for FY 201718
Customer Class Existing New
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family Residential $90.57 $92.38
MultiFamily Residential 53.15 54.21
NonResidential (Per 1000 sq. ft.
Commercial – Ave Strength $40.28 $41.09
Subject 1. Presentation of Report: Consideration of Wastewater Waste Annual Charges for FY
201718 to be Collected with the General Taxes
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Presentation, Procedural
Goals 7.0 Finance
7.1 Perform long term solid and liquid waste rate projections
Commercial – High Strength 43.93 44.81
Industrial 103.41 105.48
Public Notice Process
Since the five year Wastewater Rate Plan was adopted on June 27, 2013 and rates are not being increased for solid
waste, this matter does not require mailed protest hearing statements but is properly noticed with two weeks newspaper
notice in accordance with Government Code Section 6066. Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the
entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of Directors regular meeting at District Headquarters and on the
District’s website www.cmsdca.gov. We additionally provided 30 days notice of the increase in sewer rates. (Gov. Code
54756(d).)
Alternative Actions
1. Refer the matter back to staff.
File Attachments
C. Proof of Publication Rates.pdf (925 KB)
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS Consideration of Wastewater Annual Charges for FY 2017
18 to be Collected with the General Taxes
Subject 2. Open Public Hearing
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Procedural
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS Consideration of Wastewater Annual Charges for FY 2017
18 to be Collected with the General Taxes
Subject 3. Close Public Hearing
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Procedural
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS Consideration of Wastewater Annual Charges for FY 2017
18 to be Collected with the General Taxes
File Attachments
B. RESOLUTION 2017898 IMPOSING CHARGES ON ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR WASTEWATER COLLECTION.pdf (12 KB)
Subject 4. Adopt Resolution No. 2017898 Imposing Charges on Assessment Roll for
Wastewater Collection
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
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Type Action
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors Adopt Resolution No. 2017898 Imposing Charges on Assessment
Roll for Wastewater Collection.
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
Summary
The attached ordinance for imposing the annual Solid Waste and Wastewater charge collections on the Property Tax Rolls
for the fiscal year 201718.
Legal Review
District Counsel has reviewed and approved Ordinance No. 118
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
There are no fiscal impacts to the District for adopting this ordinance.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors regular meeting at District Headquarters and on District website at www.cmsdca.gov.
Alternative Actions
1. Refer the matter back to staff for additional information.
File Attachments
A Ordinance No. 118 Confirming Annual Charges for Solid Waste and Wastewater for 201718.pdf (97 KB)
Subject 1. Adopt Ordinance No. 118 Confirming Annual Charges for Solid Waste and
Wastewater for 201718
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action, Procedural
Recommended
Action
The Board of Directors adopt Ordinance No. 118 confirming annual charges for the Solid Waste
and Wastewater for fiscal year 20172018.
Goals 7.1 Perform long term solid and liquid waste rate projections
7.0 Finance
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
Summary
The Board of Directors has reviewed with staff the District’s Asset Management Fund (AMF) reserves policy at the June
13, 2017 study session. Staff was directed to bring back an Asset Management Fund (AMF) reserve policy for Board
adoption.
Analysis
For the June 13, 2017 Study Session, staff researched the existing Asset Management Fund policies. Staff determined
that the AMF was established in the fiscal year 20112012 Adopted Budget: "The Board has previously recognized the
need to substantially increase the commitment to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) in future years. In fiscal year
201011 an asset management study was conducted with the goal of saving $5 million in reserves for asset replacement
and adopting a reserve fund for asset replacement that is sustainable for the next 30 years".
In November 2012, the General Manager prepared a staff report titled: "CIP Elements of the Asset
Management Program" which was to "Summarize the various program CIP elements of the Asset Management Program"
by defining the differences between maintenance activities and capital improvement projects as well as identifying their
funding sources (See attachment B).
Some of the information above such as the definition of Capital Improvement Projects was included in the Operations
Code under Section 4.03.070 Capital Improvements however, there was no mention of the $5 million reserve
requirement in the Operations Code. Staff is proposing to revise this section by adding the following language:
"(c) Asset Management Fund: The Asset Management Fund was specifically established to fund capital improvement
projects and emergency work. The Board has approved a minimum level of Reserves in the Asset Management Fund of
$5 million. Each year, the budget will include a contribution from the Wastewater Fund to the Asset Management Fund
for capital improvement projects. The budget may also include a transfer back to the Wastewater Fund to finance current
year capital improvement projects or emergency work. All transfers between Funds require Board approval either through
the budget adoption process or by direct board action. If a transferout reduces the Asset Management Fund balance
below the minimum funding level of $5 million, the Finance Manager shall outline a plan to restore the Fund back to the
minimum funding level of $5 million and present it to the Board for consideration."
The entire Operations Code Section 4.03. Financial Policies is included below with the proposed changes shown in red
(Attachment C).
Legal Review
District Counsel has reviewed and approved Ordinance No. 119.
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
There is no fiscal impact to the District for adopting this ordinance. The reserve amount is already part of Net Position in the Asset
Management Fund therefore there is no impact to the budget.
Public Notice Process
Subject 2. Adopting Ordinance No. 119 Revising the District's Operations Code Section
4.03.070 Capital Improvements.
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action, Procedural
Recommended
Action
The Board of Directors adopt Ordinance No. 119 Revising the District's Operations Code Section
4.03.070 Capital Improvements.
Goals 7.0 Finance
7.5 Evaluate an appropriate reserve program for District funds and develop an inclusive
reserve policy
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors regular meeting at District Headquarters and on District website www.cmsdca.gov
Alternative Actions
1. Refer the matter back to staff for additional information.
2. Do not approve Ordinance No. 119.
File Attachments
A Ordinance No. 119 Capital Improvements 4.03.070 Final.pdf (51 KB)
B CIP Asset Management Report Nov 2012.pdf (1,496 KB)
C OPERATIONS CODE_4.03.docx (57 KB)
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
Summary
The Costa Mesa Sanitary District Operation Code Section 3.02.070 Staff Expenses requires prior Board approval for Staff to travel
outofstate for conferences, meetings, seminars or related matters. Accela, the District’s Springbrook accounting software provider,
holds its annual conference in Portland, Oregon from July 19th to 20th, 2017. The adopted budget for fiscal year 20172018 includes
sufficient funds for Kaitlin Tran, Senior Accountant and Lieu Tran, Administrative Assistant to attend the conference.
Analysis
Accela, provider of Springbrook Software holds an annual conference to provide software updates, introduce new features and provide
education/networking opportunities for their users. Attendance at the conference will offer an excellent opportunity for staff to discuss
issues related to the upgrade and needed improvements as well as network with other local governments using the Springbrook
platform.
The adopted budgeted estimate the cost of attendance is as follows:
Registration $1,500
Lodging 1,300
Airfare 600
Meals/Misc. 200
$3,600
Legal Review
Not applicable
Environmental Review
Attendance at a conference is an administrative matter and is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own
procedures “to list those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines
and Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or maintenance
activities.”
Financial Review
There are sufficient funds budgeted in the Finance Staff Development accounts of $3,600 for the 20172018 fiscal year.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of Directors regular
meeting at District Headquarters and on District website www.cmsdca.gov
Alternative Actions
Refer the matter back to staff
Subject 3. Approve outofstate travel for Kaitlin Tran and Lieu Tran, to attend the 2017 Accela
Finance and Administration National Training in Portland,Oregon.
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action
Recommended
Action
The Board of Directors approves outofstate travel for Kaitlin Tran and Lieu Tran, to attend the
2017 Accela Finance and Administration National Training in Portland,Oregon.
Goals 3.4 Participate in the activities of professional associations
6.0 Personnel/Organizational Management
6.7 Promote high employee satisfaction
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
Summary
On June 25, 2015, the Board approved the professional services agreement for independent audit services to Rogers, Anderson,
Malody & Scott, LLP for the for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2015, 2016 and 2017. In preparation of the start of the June 30,
2017 audit, the auditors have issued an Auditor Communication Letter (Attachment A) disclosing their responsibilities under U.S.
Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and Government Auditing Standards. The audit is schedule to begin on October 2, 2017 and
the report will be issued towards the end of the calendar year.
Analysis
The District has contracted for annual audit services with the firm Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP on June 25, 2015. This
agreement covers the fiscal years ended June 30, 2015 through June 30, 2017, plus options for two oneyear extensions.
The purpose of the Auditor Communication Letter is to define the auditor’s responsibility, as described by professional standards,
which is to express an opinion about whether the financial statements prepared by management with your oversight are fairly
presented, in all material respects, in conformity with U.S. Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and Government Auditing
Standards. The audit of our financial statements does not relieve you or management of your responsibilities as stated in our
engagement letter dated May 22, 2017 (Attachment B).
Legal Review
Not applicable.
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources Code Section
21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list those specific activities
which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and Implementing Procedures” that state
on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
The cost for the fiscal year 20162017 audit per the contract is $10,070 which was included in the budget.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of Directors regular
meeting at District Headquarters and on District website www.cmsdca.gov
Alternative Actions
1. Refer the matter back to staff for additional information.
File Attachments
A. Letter of Governance FY 201617.pdf (3,079 KB)
B. Audit Letter to Board of Directors FY201617.pdf (440 KB)
Subject 4. Approve Auditor Communication Letter for Fiscal Year 201617 Audit
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action (Consent)
Recommended
Action
The Board of Directors approve and file this report.
Goals 7.0 Finance
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
Summary
On September 30, 2017, the Estancia & TeWinkle Schools Foundation will hold its 10th Annual Gala. The theme of the
Gala is "Moonshine & Fireflies," and it is the Foundation's primary fundraising event of the year. The event will include
dinner, dancing, auctions, entertainment, and awards for Distriguished Estancia Alumnus. The Estancia & TeWinkle
Schools Foundation has submitted a Contribution Program Eligibility Application to CMSD to request a monetary
sponsorship of $500 $1,000.
Staff Recommendation
That the Board of Directors:
1. Establish the purpose CMSD is trying to serve as a sponsor to the Estancia & TeWinkle Schools Foundation 10th Annual
"Moonshine & Fireflies" Gala; and
2. Describe how the expenditure will advance CMSD's purpose; and
3. Consider being a Bronze Sponsor and contribute $500 to the Estancia & TeWinkle Schools Foundation for the 10th
Annual "Moonshine & Fireflies" Gala.
Analysis
According to the procedures implemented on July 31, 2013, the Board of Directors must do the following in order to
determine if a contribution should be made:
Establish the purpose the District is trying to serve by contributing. This purpose must be established as one of the
District’s statutory powers or a power that would be incidental to those purposes. For example, District purposes
include properly treating sewage, preventing SSOs, and recycling.
Describe how the contribution will advance the District's purpose.
Since 2003, the Estancia & TeWinkle Schools Foundation has provided over $600,000 in grant programs to promote
student achievement and academic excellence on its campuses. These grant programs have funded the purchase of
computers for the New Engineering Academy at Estancia High School, musical instruments for the Estancia and TeWinkle
bands, reading and math enrichment and assessment programs, the Estancia Field Studies Program, a digital telescope
and printer system, library upgrades and enhancements, and schoolwide tutoring.
The Annual Gala is attended by 150200 Costa Mesa community members, including City Council Members, Newport
Mesa Unified School District Board Members, school staff, school parents, and alumni.
As shown on the "Contribution Program Application" attachment, the Estancia & TeWinkle Schools Foundation is
requesting a monetary contribution of $500 $1,000. As outlined in the "Sponsorship Form" attachment, the following
benefits are associated with each of these sponsorship levels:
Subject 5. Consider Contribution Program Application for Estancia & TeWinkle Schools
Foundation 10th Annual Gala
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action
Preferred Date Jun 22, 2017
Absolute Date Jun 22, 2017
Fiscal Impact Yes
Dollar Amount $500.00
Budget Source Public Info/Education/Community Promotions
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors:
1. Establish the purpose CMSD is trying to serve as a sponsor to the Estancia & TeWinkle Schools
Foundation 10th Annual "Moonshine & Fireflies" Gala; and
2. Describe how the expenditure will advance CMSD's purpose; and
3. Consider being a Bronze Sponsor and contribute $500 to the Estancia & TeWinkle Schools
Foundation for the 10th Annual "Moonshine & Fireflies" Gala.
Goals 4.0 Community Outreach & Communications
$1,000 Silver Sponsorship $500 Bronze Sponsorship
4 tickets to the event
Half page ad in event program
Link to sponsor's website on event
website
Recognition in local newspaper & all
promotional materials
2 tickets to the event
Half page ad in event program
Link to sponsor's website on event
website
Recognition in local newspaper & all
promotional materials
The only difference between the two sponsorship levels is the amount of event tickets provided. The Silver Sponsorship
includes 4 tickets and the Bronze Sponsorship includes 2 tickets.
CMSD has contributed to the Estancia & TeWinkle Schools Foundation's Annual Gala once before in 2014.
Legal Review
Not applicable.
Environmental Review
Participation in the Estancia & TeWinkle Schools Foundation Annual Gala is not a disturbance of the environment similar
to grading or construction and is not a project under CEQA or CMSD's CEQA Guidelines.
Financial Review
Since this event will take place on September 30, 2017, the sponsorship (if approved) would be made during the Fiscal
Year 201718 budget. There are sufficient funds in the proposed FY 201718 Public Info/Education/Community
Promotions budget for this sponsorship.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the complete agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors regular meeting at District Headquarters and posted on the District’s website.
Alternative Actions
1. Consider an alternative sponsorship level (as provided in the "Sponsorship Form" attachment)
2. Do not approve being a sponsor for the Estancia & TeWinkle Schools Foundation Annual Gala.
3. Refer the matter back to staff.
File Attachments
Contribution Program Application.pdf (1,186 KB)
Sponsorship Form.pdf (381 KB)
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
Summary
The Costa Mesa Sanitary District Operation Code Section 3.02.070 Staff Expenses requires prior Board approval for
Staff to travel outofstate for conferences, meetings, seminars or related matters. Solid Waste Association of North
America (SWANA), will hold it's annual Wastecon conference from September 25 to 27, 2017 in Baltimore, Maryland. The
adopted budget for fiscal year 20172018 includes sufficient funds for Nabila Guzman, Management Analyst I to
attend the conference.
Analysis
SWANA, the largest solid waste organization in the world holds it's annual Wastecon conference to provide sector updates,
introduce new solid waste programs and provide education/networking opportunities for members. Attendance at the
conference will offer an excellent opportunity for staff to
learn more about what other agencies are doing to comply with various regulations and discuss issues related to solid
waste management as well as network with other local governments.
The adopted budgeted estimate the cost of attendance is as follows:
Registration $850
Lodging 900
Airfare 600
Meals/Misc. 250
$2,600
Legal Review
Not applicable
Environmental Review
Attendance at a conference is an administrative matter and is exempt from the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an
agency while establishing its own procedures “to list those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”,
and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not
include …. C. Continuing administrative or maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
There are sufficient funds budgeted in the Staff Development accounts of $2,600 for the 20172018 fiscal year.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors regular meeting at District Headquarters and on District website www.cmsdca.gov
Subject 6. Approve outofstate travel for Nabila Guzman, to attend SWANA's 2017 Wastecon
conference in Baltimore, Maryland.
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action
Recommended
Action
The Board of Directors approves outofstate travel for Nabila Guzman, to attend SWANA's 2017
Wastecon conference in Baltimore, Maryland.
Goals 3.4 Participate in the activities of professional associations
6.0 Personnel/Organizational Management
6.7 Promote high employee satisfaction
Alternative Actions
Refer the matter back to staff
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
Summary
Over the course of several meetings, staff received input from the Board Directors and the public regarding the District’s
proposed biennial budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 201718 and 201819. Staff has incorporated all recommendations into the
budget, as directed by the Board, and is pleased to presented the proposed budget for your adoption. The total budget
presented for adoption for FY 201718 is $12,002,290 and for FY 201819 is $12,053,090, as shown in attachment B.
Analysis
Proposed Budget FY 20172018:
The total proposed budget for FY 201718 is $12,002,290. The Solid Waste Fund proposed budget of
$6,116,690 assumes that expenses will exceed revenues by $926,690 creating a deficit which will require the use of
reserves to balance the budget. This deficit was planned to reduce reserves in the Solid Waste Fund when the Board
lowered the annual rate from $239.41 in fiscal year 20132014 to the current rate of $216. In addition to lowering the
annual rate, the Board of Directors voted to implement the Organics Program effective July 1, 2015 without increasing
rates to further reduce the Solid Waste Fund's reserves. The proposed Wastewater Fund budget reflects a balanced
budget of $5,885,600 which includes the final 2% rate increase from the 2012 Sewer Rate Study adopted by the Board.
This proposed budget does not include any new positions that were not approved in the prior fiscal year. There is a Cost of
Living Adjustment (COLA) to salaries equal to the February to February Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Orange
Los AngelesRiverside Counties of 2.7% included, as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Staff is requesting Capital
Outlay funds for replacement and upgrades to District's servers and software of approximately $120,000 spread over the
next two years. Also, included in the Capital Outlay budget is funds for roof repairs, solar panels, ADA automatic door
opener, portable generator, HVAC repairs and replacements, for a total $431,000.
Proposed Budget FY 20182019:
The total proposed budget for FY 201819 is $12,053,090. The Solid Waste Fund proposed budget of
$6,168,090 assumes that expenses will exceed revenues by $983,090 thus creating a deficit which will require the use
of reserves to balance the budget. As mentioned above, this was a planned reduction of reserves approved by the Board
of Directors in fiscal year 20132014. The proposed Wastewater Fund budget reflects a balanced budget of $5,885,000
with no rate increase.
The 20182019 proposed budget does not include any new positions. Staff included an estimate for the COLA to salaries
of 2.5% for budgeting proposes. Included in the Capital Outlay budget is the second portion funds to replace and upgrade
the District's servers and software as described above, as well as funds for landscaping and a main entrance sign for the
District's headquarters.
Capital Improvement Projects:
Staff is requesting $1,845,000 and $1,787,000 for Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) for fiscal years 20172018 and
20182019, respectively. The following is a breakdown of the proposed CIP by fiscal year:
Proposed Project FY 201718 FY 201819
President Pump Station Rehab #318 $1,000,000 $1,000,000
Canyon Force Main Rehab #319 620,000
Canyon Pump Station Rehab #320 225,000
Indus Phase 2 #321 350,000
Iowa Force Main Replacement #322 170,000
Force Main Evaluation #323 150,000
Brick Manhole Rehab #324 117,000
Subject 7. Adopt Resolution No. 2017899 Adopting the Biennial Budget for Fiscal Years 2017
18 and 201819
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action
Recommended
Action
The Board of Directors Adopt Resolution No. 2017899 Adopting the Biennial Budget for Fiscal
Years 201718 and 201819.
Goals 7.0 Finance
7.5 Evaluate an appropriate reserve program for District funds and develop an inclusive
reserve policy
7.6 Monitor the asset management program
Total Capital Improvement Projects $1,845,000 $1,787,000
Legal Review
Not applicable.
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
Proposed FY 201718 Budget: total revenues are $11,075,600; total expenses including transfers are $12,002,290; the
deficient budget of $926,690 will be balanced using the Solid Waste Fund's reserves.
Proposed FY 201819 Budget: total revenues are $11,070,000; total expenses including transfers are $12,053,090; the
deficient budget of $983,090 will be balanced using the Solid Waste Fund's reserves.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors regular meeting at District Headquarters and on District website www.cmsdca.gov
Alternative Actions
1. Refer the matter back to staff for additional information.
File Attachments
A Budget Resolution 899.pdf (24 KB)
B Proposed Budget FY1718 1819.pdf (106 KB)
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
Subject 8. Consideration of Rescheduling or Cancelling the July 11, 2017 Study Session Oral
Report
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors direct staff to either reschedule or cancel the July 11, 2017 Study
Session.
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
Summary
Over the course of the last several years, the Board of Directors has requested staff to focus on paying down the District’s
unfunded pension liabilities. Based on this direction, last June the District made a payment of $125,000 to the California
Employers’ Retiree Benefit Trust Fund (CERBT) paying off the District's Unfunded Other PostEmployment Benefits
(OPEB). This year staff recommended that the Board approve the payoff of the District's $335,647 Public Agency Cost
sharing MultipleEmployer Defined Benefit Pension Plan administered by the California Public Employees' Retirement
System (CalPERS).
Analysis
The District enrolls it's employees in CalPERS, who provides defined benefit service retirements, disability benefits, COLA
adjustments and death benefits to our employees and their beneficiaries through a costsharing pool made up of
other public agencies. Each payroll, the District makes a payment to CalPERS based on a percentage of actual payroll. In
addition, each month the District makes a payment of $1,100 towards reducing the District's unfunded pension liability.
The District's unfunded pension liability is a complex actuarial calculation factoring in assumptions on our retirees, current
and past employees, as well as other pool participant's personnel, investment returns and many other factors. All of this
data and assumptions are used to calculate the value of the District's pension liability as of a moment in time. For
example, as of June 30, 2017 the District's total pension valuation is an unfunded amount of $335,647. If the District
paid CalPERS $335,647 right now and continued to pay the required percentage of each biweekly payroll, we may not
have an unfunded pension liability again. It would depend on how good CalPERS' assumptions are,
how their investments do and that there are no further policy changes. We know already that CalPERS is planning to
decrease their Discount Rate by a half of a percent, which may create an unfunded liability again.
If the entire amount of $335,647 was paid by June 30, 2017, we would have a "Fresh Start" according to CalPERS.
However, even with the fresh start, at some point in the future the District may have a small unfunded liability or even
be over funded! So what is the benefit of paying off or paying down the unfunded pension now? Compounding interest!
Like a home mortgage, when the payments are spread out over a longer period of time, interest is charged
and compounds the amount owed. The chart below shows our three different retirement plans as well as the amount we
owe now and how much we would pay if it was spread over the current amortization schedule of 30 years or
requested an alternate schedule of 20 or 15 years (CalPERS amortization schedules are attached).
Plan June 30, 2017 30 Years 20 Years 15 Years
Miscellaneous Plan $320,417 $710,245 $650,082 $546,297
Miscellaneous 2nd Tier Plan $ 11,968 $ 33,170 $ 28,840 $ 24,282
Miscellaneous PEPRA $ 3,262 $ 3,904 $ 0 $ 0
Total $335,647 $747,319 $678,922 $570,579
Staff recommends paying down the entire amount now using $300,000 of available funds in the Asset
Replacement Fund which was contributed by the Solid Waste and the Wastewater Funds, and $35,647 from the Solid
Waste Fund Net Position as follows:
Account Account Number Increase Decrease
Subject 9. Approve the Transfer and Appropriation to Payoff the District's Unfunded Pension
Liability
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action
Recommended
Action
The Board of Directors approve: 1) The transfer of $300,000 from the Asset Replacement Fund
to the Solid Waste and Wastewater Funds, and
2) The appropriation of $100,647 in the Solid Waste Fund from Net Position to Payoff the
District's Unfunded Pension Liability, and
3) The appropriation of $235,000 in the Wastewater Fund from Net Position to Payoff the
District's Unfunded Pension Liability,
Goals 7.0 Finance
7.5 Evaluate an appropriate reserve program for District funds and develop an inclusive
reserve policy
7.6 Monitor the asset management program
Fixed Asset Replacement Fund Transfer Out 404000004995 $300,000
Fixed Asset Replacement Fund Cash 400000001001 $300,000
Solid Waste Fund Cash 100000001001 $100,000
Solid Waste Fund Transfer In 100000003995 $100,000
Solid Waste Fund PERS Employer 101000004115 $100,647
Solid Waste Fund Net Position 100000002990 $100,647
Wastewater Fund Cash 200000001001 $200,000
Wastewater Fund Transfer In 200000003995 $200,000
Wastewater Fund PERS Employer 201000004115 $235,000
Wastewater Fund Net Position 200000002990 $235,000
Legal Review
Not applicable.
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
Staff feels there are sufficient funds available in the Asset Replacement Fund based on the attached analysis (Attachment
4) and recommends the District payoff the entire unfunded pension liability amount now using $300,000 from the Asset
Replacement Fund and appropriating the remaining funds necessary from the Solid Waste Fund and Wastewater Fund's
Net Position. It should be noted that paying off the unfunded pension liability now will not be fully reflected in the
District's financial statements until June 30, 2018 when the next actuarial valuation is completed.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors study session meeting at District Headquarters and on District website www.cmsdca.gov
Alternative Actions
1. Refer the matter back to staff for additional information.
File Attachments
1. miscellaneous2015.pdf (35 KB)
2. secondtier2015.pdf (35 KB)
3. pepra2015.pdf (34 KB)
4. Asset Replacement Fund FY201617.pdf (23 KB)
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
File Attachments
sdrma_election_2017.pdf (4,534 KB)
Subject 10. Adopt Resolution No. 2017902 for the Election of Directors to the Special District
Risk Management Authority Board of Directors
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors adopt Resolution No. 2017902 for the Election of Directors to the
Special District Risk Management Authority Board of Directors.
E. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORTS
File Attachments
csda_election_2017.pdf (3,597 KB)
Subject 11. Vote for one Candidate to represent Seat C of the California Special Districts
Association and authorize President Scheafer to submit the Ballot on behalf of the
District.
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors vote for one candidate to represent Seat C of the California Special
Districts Association Board of Directors and authorize President Scheafer to submit the ballot on
behalf of the District.
F. ENGINEER'S REPORTS
Summary
Attached is a summary of the Capital Improvement Project activities during the month.
Legal Review
Not Applicable.
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
Sufficient funds are available in the adopted budget.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the complete agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors Regular meeting at District Headquarters and posted on the District’s website www.cmsdca.gov
Alternative Actions
Refer item back to staff with further instructions.
File Attachments
CIP Updates June 2017 mtg.060617.pdf (29 KB)
Subject 1. Receive and File Capital Improvement Projects Status Report
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action, Receive and File
Recommended
Action
The Board of Directors receive and file this report.
Goals 1.4 System Wide Sewer Replacement and Repair Program
1.1 Manhole Cover Maintenance Program
1.0 Sewer Infrastructure
F. ENGINEER'S REPORTS
Summary
Please be advised that I have been retained to perform private engineering work for the properties at 335337 16th
Place, Costa Mesa, and 2050 Charle Street, Costa Mesa, which creates a Conflict of Interest. I have reason to believe that
these projects or those persons involved in that project may have the need for District engineering approvals in the
future. I have been retained by Erik Weeks, owned/developer, for the project at 335337 16th Place and by Thomas
Carson for the project at 2050 Charle Street and will be reporting this relationship as a source of income on my FPPC
Statement of Economic Interests Form 700 next year. I also understand that this procedure does not allow me to enter
into or influence the awarding of contracts in my official capacity in which I have a financial interest, which is a separate
prohibition. (Gov. Code § 1090.)
Analysis
Pursuant to state law, District Operations Code Section 3.01.045, and my contract with the District as District Engineer:
1. I hereby notify you of this source of income or other relationship that causes me a conflict in approving any
matters in my official capacity pertaining to this property and these persons.
2. I request that the General Manager alert the Alternate District Engineer that he is to provide all engineering
approvals on behalf of the District with respect to these persons or that property.
3. That the Alternate District Engineer shall report directly to the General Manager and submit his bills for services
directly to the General Manager.
4. That if any plans are required to be approved, that those shall show my seal and signature as private engineer of
record, and the Alternate District Engineer shall provide his approval by signing as Alternate District Engineer. That
these separate approvals shall be given on the same page and in a manner that clearly shows the separate
capacities of each engineer in providing their respective approvals.
5. I request that the District Clerk maintain a copy of this Declaration of Conflict of Interest, Recusal and Referral to
Alternate District Engineer as a permanent record of the District or for as long as required under the District’s
record retention schedule.
If I can provide further information about the identity of my source of income or about the scope of my assignment,
please advise, and I will elaborate as necessary.
Legal Review
The attorney for the District prepared the conflict of interest form and created the procedure to avoid conflict.
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6 “”Projects” does not include …. C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
Staff will route the appropriate plans to the Alternate Engineer and Inspector for approval.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of Directors
regular meeting at District Headquarters and on District website at www.cmsdca.gov.
Alternative Actions
1. Refer the matter back to staff for additional information.
File Attachments
Subject 2. Receive and File District Engineer's Conflict of Interest for 335337 16th Place,
Costa Mesa, and for 2050 Charle Street, Costa Mesa
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action, Receive and File
Goals 1.0 Sewer Infrastructure
335337 16th Pl CMSD District Engineer Declaration of Conflict of Interest.053017.docx (66 KB)
2050 Charle CMSD District Engineer Declaration of Conflict of Interest.060717.docx (66 KB)
G. TREASURER'S REPORTS
Summary
Attached is the proposed Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 201718 (Policy). The Policy documents the
Board’s guidelines under which the District Treasurer can invest the District’s idle funds.
Analysis
California Government Code §53646(a)(2) allows the District Treasurer to submit an annual investment policy to the
Board for consideration. It is not a requirement to do so, but staff believes it is prudent to continue this practice. The
enclosed Policy documents the Board’s objectives surrounding the selection of investments, as well as those investments
in which the Board has authorized. It also provides limitations on specific investments.
The responsibility for placing investments rests with the Board. California Government Code §53607 allows the Board to
delegate the investment function to the District Treasurer for a period of one year. The attached Resolution approves the
Policy and delegates the investment function to the District Treasurer for the 201718 fiscal year.
The Policy has been attached in two versions. A clean version that the Board will be considering for approval, and a red
lined version so that the Board can review the proposed changes to the Policy. Once approved, the Policy will be
distributed to the brokers assisting the District with the investment of its idle funds.
Legal Review
District Counsel has reviewed Resolution 2017900 as to form.
Environmental Review
Subject activity is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources
Code Section 21000 et. seq.). Section 15300.4 of CEQA allows an agency while establishing its own procedures “to list
those specific activities which fall within each of the exempt classes”, and the District has adopted “CEQA Guidelines and
Implementing Procedures” that state on page 6, “”Projects” does not include….C. Continuing administrative or
maintenance activities.”
Financial Review
The Statement of Investment Policy guides the Treasurer in how to invest the District’s idle funds. The amount of
investment earnings to be generated as a result of the investing function is based upon the market conditions at the time
of investment.
Public Notice Process
Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the entire agenda packet for the June 22, 2017 Board of
Directors regular meeting at District Headquarters (290 Paularino Avenue) and on the District’s website at
www.cmsdca.gov.
Alternative Actions
1. Do not adopt Resolution and retain investment function at the Board level
2. Refer the matter back to staff
Attachments
Subject 1. Adopt Resolution 2017900 Approving the Statement of Investment Policy and
Delegating the Investment Function to the Treasurer for Fiscal Year 201718
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors adopt Resolution 2017900 approving the Statement of Investment
Policy and delegating the investment function to the Treasurer for Fiscal Year 201718.
Goals 7.3 Evaluate the District’s investment policy
Attachment 1 – Resolution Number 2017900
Attachment 2 – Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 201718
Attachment 3 – Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 201718 (redline version)
File Attachments
Attachment 1 Resolution Number 2017900.docx (20 KB)
Attachment 2 Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 201718.pdf (200 KB)
Attachment 3 Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 201718 (redline version).pdf (202 KB)
H. ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
File Attachments
RESOLUTION NO. 2017901 PROPERTY PURCHASE 2252 FAIRVIEW.pdf (174 KB)
Subject 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2017901 Making Findings Regarding the Purchase of
Property at 2252 Fairview as Necessary and Property and Provide Authority to
Execute Further Documents
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Action
Recommended
Action
That the Board of Directors adopt Resolution No. 2017901 making findings regarding the
purchase of property at 2252 Fairview as necessary and proper, and pertaining to CEQA and
General Plan conformance, and providing authority to execute further documents.
I. LOCAL MEETINGS: In accordance with AB 1234 (Gov. Code 53232.3), a report
is required to be given by a Director for any meeting for which expense
reimbursement of any kind is provided. Note: For meetings for which the per
diem compensation is sought, the Operations Code provides that such
compensation is authorized for each day’s service rendered as a Director at the
request of the Board (not to exceed six days in one month), and certain
meetings are specified as being eligible as set forth in District Operations Code §
3.01.030. For meetings not so listed, the Board must approve the service for it to
be eligible for the per day compensation.
Subject 1. Orange County Sanitation District (OCSD) (Vice President Ferryman)
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Information
I. LOCAL MEETINGS: In accordance with AB 1234 (Gov. Code 53232.3), a report
is required to be given by a Director for any meeting for which expense
reimbursement of any kind is provided. Note: For meetings for which the per
diem compensation is sought, the Operations Code provides that such
compensation is authorized for each day’s service rendered as a Director at the
request of the Board (not to exceed six days in one month), and certain
meetings are specified as being eligible as set forth in District Operations Code §
3.01.030. For meetings not so listed, the Board must approve the service for it to
be eligible for the per day compensation.
Subject 2. Santa Ana River Flood Protection Agency (SARFPA) (Director Perry)
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Information
I. LOCAL MEETINGS: In accordance with AB 1234 (Gov. Code 53232.3), a report
is required to be given by a Director for any meeting for which expense
reimbursement of any kind is provided. Note: For meetings for which the per
diem compensation is sought, the Operations Code provides that such
compensation is authorized for each day’s service rendered as a Director at the
request of the Board (not to exceed six days in one month), and certain
meetings are specified as being eligible as set forth in District Operations Code §
3.01.030. For meetings not so listed, the Board must approve the service for it to
be eligible for the per day compensation.
Subject 3. Independent Special Districts of Orange County (ISDOC) (President Scheafer)
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Information
I. LOCAL MEETINGS: In accordance with AB 1234 (Gov. Code 53232.3), a report
is required to be given by a Director for any meeting for which expense
reimbursement of any kind is provided. Note: For meetings for which the per
diem compensation is sought, the Operations Code provides that such
compensation is authorized for each day’s service rendered as a Director at the
request of the Board (not to exceed six days in one month), and certain
meetings are specified as being eligible as set forth in District Operations Code §
3.01.030. For meetings not so listed, the Board must approve the service for it to
be eligible for the per day compensation.
Subject 4. California Special Districts Association (CSDA) (Secretary Schafer)
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Information
I. LOCAL MEETINGS: In accordance with AB 1234 (Gov. Code 53232.3), a report
is required to be given by a Director for any meeting for which expense
reimbursement of any kind is provided. Note: For meetings for which the per
diem compensation is sought, the Operations Code provides that such
compensation is authorized for each day’s service rendered as a Director at the
request of the Board (not to exceed six days in one month), and certain
meetings are specified as being eligible as set forth in District Operations Code §
3.01.030. For meetings not so listed, the Board must approve the service for it to
be eligible for the per day compensation.
Subject 5. Special District Risk Management Authority (SDRMA) (President Scheafer)
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Information
I. LOCAL MEETINGS: In accordance with AB 1234 (Gov. Code 53232.3), a report
is required to be given by a Director for any meeting for which expense
reimbursement of any kind is provided. Note: For meetings for which the per
diem compensation is sought, the Operations Code provides that such
compensation is authorized for each day’s service rendered as a Director at the
request of the Board (not to exceed six days in one month), and certain
meetings are specified as being eligible as set forth in District Operations Code §
3.01.030. For meetings not so listed, the Board must approve the service for it to
be eligible for the per day compensation.
Subject 6. Other Meetings Qualifying for Reimbursement under CMSD Ordinance No. 55,
Operations Code Section 3.01.030
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Information
L. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND DIRECTOR COMMENTS
Subject 1. Oral Communications and Director Comments
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Discussion
M. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
Subject 1. Conference with Legal Counsel Pending Litigation (Gov Code §54956.9(d)(1)
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Procedural
N. CLOSING ITEMS
Subject 1. Reconvene to Open Session and Report
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Procedural
N. CLOSING ITEMS
THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF COSTA MESA SANITARY DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS WILL BE HELD ON JULY 27,
2017 IN THE DISTRICT"S BOARD ROOM, 290 PAULARINO AVENUE, COSTA MESA.
Subject 2. Adjourn
Meeting Jun 22, 2017 Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Access Public
Type Procedural