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2024_02_13_ss2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#1/2 Tuesday, February 13, 2024 Board of Directors Study Session Time: 8:00 a.m. Location: Costa Mesa Sanitary District - 290 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626 *** The livestream of the meeting can be viewed by clicking the "Video" icon on this page (which will be made available at the start of the meeting) or by visiting www.youtube.com/CostaMesaSanitary. *** To participate in the meeting by computer: 1. Copy and past the following into your browser - https://us02web.zoom.us/join 2. Enter the Meeting ID number - 825 2896 6090 3. Click "Join." *** To join the meeting with a mobile device: 1. Download the Zoom app at the Google Play Store (for Android devices) or the App Store (for Apple devices) 2. Open the Zoom app. Select "Join a Meeting." 3. Enter Zoom Meeting ID. Select "Join Meeting." *** To join the meeting by phone: 1. Call 1-669-900-6833. 2. You will be asked to enter the Meeting ID number. Dial 825 2896 6090# 3. Lastly, you will be asked to enter your Participant ID. Press the # symbol again to bypass this step. *** Public Comments: Members of the public can submit any comments in real time during the meeting or prior to the meeting in writing for the Board of Directors' consideration by sending them to the District Clerk, Noelani Middenway, at nmiddenway@cmsdca.gov. Those comments will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. *** Obtaining Agenda Materials: The public is entitled to copies of all documents that are made part of the agenda packet. If any document or other writing pertaining to an agenda item is distributed to all or a majority of the Board after the packet is prepared, a copy of that writing may be obtained from the District Clerk's Office. *** In Compliance with ADA: Contact District Clerk, Noelani Middenway, at (949) 645-8400, 48 hours prior to meeting if assistance is needed (28 CFR 35.102.35.104 ADA Title II). A. OPENING ITEMS 1. Roll Call - (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.) B. PUBLIC COMMENTS - This time has been set aside for persons in the audience to make 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 the Board of 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. 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#2/2 1. Public Comments C. ITEMS OF STUDY 1. Receive and File Waste Composition Studies #7 and #8 from Michael Balliet Consulting 2. Receive and File CR&R FY 2022-23 Annual Performance Review 3. Receive and File January 2024 Code Enforcement Officer Report 4. CMSD's 80th Anniversary Logo 5. Citizens Advisory Committee Member Attendance Report D. CLOSING ITEMS 1. Oral Communications and Director Comments 2. Adjournment 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#1/16 Tuesday, February 13, 2024 Board of Directors Study Session Time: 8:00 a.m. Location: Costa Mesa Sanitary District - 290 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626 *** The livestream of the meeting can be viewed by clicking the "Video" icon on this page (which will be made available at the start of the meeting) or by visiting www.youtube.com/CostaMesaSanitary. *** To participate in the meeting by computer: 1. Copy and past the following into your browser - https://us02web.zoom.us/join 2. Enter the Meeting ID number - 825 2896 6090 3. Click "Join." *** To join the meeting with a mobile device: 1. Download the Zoom app at the Google Play Store (for Android devices) or the App Store (for Apple devices) 2. Open the Zoom app. Select "Join a Meeting." 3. Enter Zoom Meeting ID. Select "Join Meeting." *** To join the meeting by phone: 1. Call 1-669-900-6833. 2. You will be asked to enter the Meeting ID number. Dial 825 2896 6090# 3. Lastly, you will be asked to enter your Participant ID. Press the # symbol again to bypass this step. *** Public Comments: Members of the public can submit any comments in real time during the meeting or prior to the meeting in writing for the Board of Directors' consideration by sending them to the District Clerk, Noelani Middenway, at nmiddenway@cmsdca.gov. Those comments will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. *** Obtaining Agenda Materials: The public is entitled to copies of all documents that are made part of the agenda packet. If any document or other writing pertaining to an agenda item is distributed to all or a majority of the Board after the packet is prepared, a copy of that writing may be obtained from the District Clerk's Office. *** In Compliance with ADA: Contact District Clerk, Noelani Middenway, at (949) 645-8400, 48 hours prior to meeting if assistance is needed (28 CFR 35.102.35.104 ADA Title II). A. OPENING ITEMS Subject 1. Roll Call - (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.) Meeting Feb 13, 2024 - Board of Directors Study Session Access Public Type Procedural 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#2/16 Michael Scheafer, President Arlene Schafer, Vice President Arthur Perry, Secretary Robert Ooten, Vice Secretary Brett Eckles, Director 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#3/16 B. PUBLIC COMMENTS - This time has been set aside for persons in the audience to make 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 the Board of 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 1. Public Comments Meeting Feb 13, 2024 - Board of Directors Study Session Access Public Type Procedural 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#4/16 C. ITEMS OF STUDY To: Board of Directors Via: Scott Carroll, General Manager From: Marissa Pereyda, Management Analyst II Date: February 13, 2024 Subject: Receive and File Waste Composition Studies #7 and #8 from Michael Balliet Consulting Summary Michael Balliet Consulting (MBC) performed two waste composition studies (#7 and #8) on December 15, 2023, to determine the amount of organic waste contamination in mixed waste collection. This report and the attached waste composition studies describe MBC's findings. Recommendation That the Board of Directors receive and file Waste Composition Studies #7 and #8 from Michael Balliet Consulting. Analysis The District contracts with Michael Balliet Consulting for franchise hauler compliance, SB 1383 and related regulatory compliance, and quarterly waste composition studies. Waste composition studies consist of sorting, weighing and categorizing a random sample from a waste collection route for the purpose of determining contamination levels and identifying the need for education and outreach. Prohibited container contaminants in a mixed waste study include green waste and food waste. During a waste composition study, collection route material is transported to CR&R's transfer station in Stanton and dumped onto a clean sorting area. The load material is spread out and a grid pattern is established over the load. Grid locations are selected at random to collect samples for sorting. The material from the selected grid is loaded into a trash barrel and a sorting team then segregates the material into the following six categories: (1) green waste, (2) food waste, (3) paper and cardboard that is dry and easily recycled, (4) other recyclable items (plastic, metal, and glass), (5) cardboard and paper that is wet/contaminated by food waste, and (6) all remaining material that is considered "trash." Waste Composition Study #7 reviewed a mixed waste route located primarily south of Sunflower Avenue and north of South Coast Drive, bordered on the west by Fairview Road and on the east by Bear Street. A route map is included below. A total of 222.40 pounds of mixed waste was sorted into the six material types previously described. The material types and their respective weights and percentage of total sample size are included below. Subject 1. Receive and File Waste Composition Studies #7 and #8 from Michael Balliet Consulting Meeting Feb 13, 2024 - Board of Directors Study Session Access Public Type Receive and File 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#5/16 Material Type Pounds Percentage Green Waste (Prohibited Container Contaminant)46.80 21.04% Food Waste (Prohibited Container Contaminant)20.40 9.17% Total Prohibited Container Contaminants 67.20 30.22% Paper & Cardboard (Dry)36.70 16.50% Other Recyclables (Plastic, Metal & Glass)13.50 6.07% Total Recyclable Materials 50.20 22.57% Paper & Cardboard (Wet, Non-Recyclable)10.70 4.81% Trash 94.30 42.40% Total Trash 105 47.21% Waste Composition Study #8 reviewed a mixed waste route located in the eastern portion of the Mesa Del Mar neighborhood, generally north of Presidio Drive, south of Mission Drive and St. Clair Street, east of Lorenzo Avenue, and west of Drake Avenue. A route map is included below. A total of 267.30 pounds of mixed waste was sorted into the six material types previously described. The material types and their respective weights and percentage of total sample size are included below. 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#6/16 Material Type Pounds Percentage Green Waste (Prohibited Container Contaminant)0.30 0.11% Food Waste (Prohibited Container Contaminant)33.20 12.42% Total Prohibited Container Contaminants 33.50 12.53% Paper & Cardboard (Dry)35.80 13.39% Other Recyclables (Plastic, Metal & Glass)20.00 7.48% Total Recyclable Materials 55.80 20.88% Paper & Cardboard (Wet, Non-Recyclable)10.30 3.85% Trash 167.70 62.74% Total Trash 178 66.59% In summary, the mixed waste route from Waste Composition Study #7 had an acceptable level of contamination at 9.17%, with 10% or less being the ideal level of contamination. However, the total contamination level of 30.22% is the highest of the eight (8) waste composition studies performed in 2023. The green waste contamination of 21.04% can be attributed to the trimmings of a heavy bush and succulent plant. This sort did not contain any grass clippings which suggests that this area is doing a good job properly disposing of green waste, with the heavy bush trimming being a non-typical occurrence. The mixed waste route from Waste Composition Study #8 contained 12.53% of prohibited container contaminants, of which only 0.11% was green waste. These results indicate that this neighborhood is correctly disposing of green waste in the organics container. While the overall contamination level (12.53%) is the second lowest of the eight (8) waste composition studies performed in 2023, food waste contamination is high at 12.42%. Below is a summary of the eight (8) waste composition studies performed in 2023. Waste Composition Study Green Waste Contamination Food Waste Contamination Total Contamination #1 - April 3, 2023: East of Placentia Avenue, west of Harbor Boulevard, north of 19 Street, and south of Hamilton St 8.52%16.11%24.63% th 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#7/16 #2 - April 3, 2023: Republic Homes development, east of Canyon Drive, west of Placentia Avenue, north of 19 Street, and south of Wilson Street 16.31%11.17%27.48% #3 - August 10, 2023: Mesa Verde area, generally south of Adams Ave, north of Swan Drive and Tanager Drive, east of Sandpiper Drive, and west of Starbird Drive 15.24%3.48%18.72% #4 - August 10, 2023: Mesa Verde area, generally south of Gisler Ave, north of Adams Ave, east of Europa Drive, and west of Mesa Verde Drive East and Bermuda Drive 5.19%12.31%17.50% #5 - October 5, 2023: Mesa Verde area, immediately west of Harbor Boulevard on either side of Baker Street to Mesa Verde Drive East, combined with a portion of the East Side area bordered by Santa Ana Ave, Monte Vista Ave, Irvine Ave, and Santa Isabel Ave 4.44%8.96%13.40% #6 - October 5, 2023: Mesa Verde area, west of Harbor Blvd and immediately north and south of Adams Ave 1.36%9.15%10.51% #7 - December 15, 2023: South Sunflower Avenue, north of South Coast Drive, east of Fairview Road, and west of Bear Street 21.04%9.17%30.22% #8 - December 15, 2023: Eastern portion of Del Mar neighborhood, generally north of Presidio Drive, south of Mission Drive and St. Clair Street, east of Lorenzo Avenue, and west of Drake Avenue 0.11%12.42%12.53% Staff will continue to educate customers about properly sorting food waste and green waste. Legal Review Not applicable. Environmental Review Review of waste composition studies 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 The cost for MBC to perform each waste composition study is $2,250. These costs were budgeted in the FY 2023-24 Budget. Public Notice Process Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the complete agenda packet for the February 13, 2024, Board of Directors meeting held at 290 Paularino Avenue and posted on the District's website at www.cmsdca.gov. Alternative Actions Refer item back to staff with further instructions. File Attachments Waste_Composition_Study_#7_12.15.2023.pdf (2,129 KB) th 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#8/16 Waste_Composition_Study_#8_12.15.2023.pdf (2,123 KB) 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#9/16 C. ITEMS OF STUDY To: Board of Directors Via: Scott Carroll, General Manager From: Marissa Pereyda, Management Analyst II Date: February 13, 2024 Subject: Receive and File CR&R FY 2022-23 Annual Performance Review Summary Per Section 4.6 of the District's July 1, 2018, Agreement with CR&R Environmental Services, the District shall complete an annual performance review of residential services provided by CR&R as well as administrative services, including report preparation, accuracy, timeliness of transmittal, responsive to inquiries, database management, service levels, and helpfulness. The FY 2022-23 Annual Performance Review of CR&R is presented to the Board of Directors. Recommendation That the Board of Directors receive and file CR&R FY 2022-23 Annual Performance Review. Analysis Each year, staff conducts a performance evaluation of CR&R to determine contract compliance and performance satisfaction. Performance is evaluated on the following grading scale: Excellent, Satisfactory, Unsatisfactory, and Not Applicable. The evaluation term of CR&R's Annual Performance Review being presented to the Board of Directors is July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. The performance review found that CR&R demonstrated acceptable compliance for the year in review with some Unsatisfactory areas in need of improvement. Staff reviewed nine areas of performance with the findings summarized below. Any Excellent or Unsatisfactory ratings are noted, with all other ratings being Satisfactory or Not Applicable. 1. Services to be Provided and Term During the review period, CR&R furnished all labor, material, and equipment to collect, transport, recycle, and dispose of solid waste collected from CMSD customers. Reports confirm that CR&R has transported all material collected from the CMSD service area to CR&R's Material Recovery Facility (MRF) and Anaerobic Digestion (AD) Facility and unrecyclable residue to Orange County landfill sites. 2. Hauler Compensation The District's standard per-unit net-to-hauler payment ($19.34) for the year in review is within ten-percent (10%) of the County average net-to-hauler rate ($22.56) as required by the Agreement. CR&R submitted a CPI increase request in March 2023 and the Board of Directors approved a five-percent (5%) CPI increase adjustment for FY 2023-24 on August 21, 2023. 3. Records, Reports, Reviews, and Audits CR&R sends the District month-end reports by the seventh of each month as required by the Agreement. CR&R reports a 61.14% diversion rate, which is well above the 50% diversion rate required by the Agreement. 4. Operations With the exception of a three month period of delays, CR&R typically replaces damaged carts within one week. The District receives 80% of the revenue generated from additional container charges along with accompanying documentation on a quarterly basis. Collection trucks continue to be powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and display Costa Mesa Sanitary District banners. Excellent (Contract Liaison 5.7): Senior Sustainability Manager Mike Carey continues to provide superior customer service to the District and CR&R staff continues to meet monthly with District staff to discuss issues and concerns with service. CR&R's office hours are 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, excluding holidays, which is one hour more than required by the agreement and Leslie Sanchez, the District's Customer Service Designee, promptly responds to staff requests. 5. Insurance, Bonds, and Indemnifications Subject 2. Receive and File CR&R FY 2022-23 Annual Performance Review Meeting Feb 13, 2024 - Board of Directors Study Session Access Public Type Receive and File 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#10/16 Contamination Monitoring is Not Applicable since contamination processing fees were not assessed, and there is nothing to report for the other items in this performance category. 6. Default and Damages Liquidated Damages is Not Applicable since they were not presented to CR&R during the review period ending June 30, 2023, and there is nothing to report for the other items in this performance category. 7. Collection Schedule During the year in review, at total of 538 missed collection complaints were received via GOGov. Missed collections have decreased by 29.86% from the previous review period and are trending down for the first time in four years. 8. Special Programs The Christmas Tree Collection Program was greatly improved from the previous year, with only two complaints received compared to 101 complaints the previous year. Unsatisfactory (Large Item Pickup 9.1.3): The Large Item Collection Program experienced significant delays during the first two quarters of the review period with collections averaging three to four weeks to complete. CR&R increased collection frequency and collections improved during the second two quarters of the review period, but additional improvement is needed. Excellent (Annual Compost Event 9.1.6): The District was pleased with CR&R's coordination efforts and making sure the event was successful. CR&R provided compost and eight volunteers, and the District was able to distribute 1,680 bags or 50,400 pounds of compost. Unsatisfactory (Community Outreach Programs 9.3): CR&R's Sustainability Specialist did not dedicate the required approximately 20 hours per week to promoting solid waste diversion programs for the District. CR&R will need to dedicated substantially more time to cart-to-cart outreach and other diversion outreach programs in order to be in compliance with the Agreement. 9. Miscellaneous District staff completed negotiations with CR&R and entered into the First Amendment to the Agreement on January 27, 2023. The CR&R FY 2022-23 Annual Performance Review was presented to the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) at the January 10, 2024, CAC meeting. Legal Review Not applicable. Environmental Review Consideration of CR&R's annual performance review 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 administration or maintenance activities. Financial Review There is no financial impact for conducting the FY 2022-23 Annual Performance Review of CR&R since the review is conducted by District staff. Public Notice Process Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the complete agenda packed for the February 13, 2024, Board of Directors Study Session held at 290 Paularino Avenue and posted on the District's website at www.cmsdca.gov. Alternative Actions Refer item back to staff with further instructions. File Attachments CR&R_FY_2022-23_Performance_Evaluation.pdf (268 KB) 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#11/16 C. ITEMS OF STUDY To: Board of Directors Via: Scott Carroll, General Manager From: David Griffin, Code Enforcement Officer Date: February 13, 2024 Subject: Receive and File January 2024 Code Enforcement Officer Report Summary This report summarizes major points for three ordinance enforcement topics covering scavenging, graffiti on trash carts, and trash container enforcement. For the month of January 2024, the CMSD Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) focused his efforts on patrols in various parts of the community. The goal is to identify and deter instances of scavenging and residential trash carts left within the public view. Recommendation That the Board of Directors receive and file this report. Analysis In the month of January, Officer Griffin observed 6 individuals searching in trash carts on Pomona Avenue, Wilson Street, Ogle Street, Wilson Street, Albert Place, and Elden Avenue. All individuals were advised of the District's scavenging law and given verbal warnings before they went on their way. In the month of January, Officer Griffin issued 212 first warnings notices (yellow tag) to residential properties for having their trash carts in public view. Officer Griffin did not observe graffiti on trash carts in the months of January. To address resident concerns, Officer Griffin is patrolling streets by 6:30 a.m. Legal Review Not applicable. Environmental Review Code enforcement activities and reporting are not a disturbance of the environment similar to grading or construction and do not constitute a project under CEQA or the District’s CEQA Guidelines. Financial Review Officer Griffins' activities are funded 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 February 13, 2024, Board of Directors Study Session meeting at District Headquarters and posted on the District’s website. Alternative Actions Direct staff to report back with more information. File Attachments Code_Enforcement_Officer_Report_January_2024.pdf (600 KB) Subject 3. Receive and File January 2024 Code Enforcement Officer Report Meeting Feb 13, 2024 - Board of Directors Study Session Access Public Type Receive and File 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#12/16 C. ITEMS OF STUDY To: Board of Directors Via: Scott Carroll, General Manager From: Gina Terraneo, Management Analyst II Date: February 13, 2024 Subject: CMSD's 80th Anniversary Logo Summary In celebration of the Costa Mesa Sanitary District's (CMSD's) 80th anniversary, staff solicited freelance graphic design services to create 3 variations of an 80th anniversary logo. As is customary, these celebratory logos will be used to brand various materials, including digital and print marketing materials and promotional giveaway items throughout 2024. Recommendation That the Board of Directors select the District's 80th Anniversary logo. Analysis Attached to the staff report are three 80th Anniversary logo designs for the Board's review and selection. Staff directed the graphic designer to consider the following elements of design: Tagline: Preserving Today, Protecting Tomorrow Staff developed the short tagline, "Preserving Today, Protecting Tomorrow," as a synthesis of CMSD's mission statement, vision statement, and just cause: Mission statement: To protect public health and the environment for current and future generations Vision statement: Leading a community that is free from solid waste and wastewater pollution Just cause: Keeping our water environment pollution free Inspiration for the Graphic Elements As described in our mission, vision, and just cause above, CMSD aims to protect the environment from pollution. While the word "environment" can conjure many different images, staff was inspired to create a logo that incorporates a sunset over the Back Bay - a beautiful piece of natural scenery that is unique to our community and our service area. Attached to the report are some photos of the Back Bay that were used as a basis for the design. The inclusion of a local waterway in the logo is meant to represent the local waters that CMSD aims to protect through effective solid waste and wastewater system management. Citizens Advisory Committee & Staff's Choice Online and in-person surveys were conducted to obtain the CAC and CMSD staff's feedback regarding the logo options. Option 1 received the most votes during both surveys; however, Option 2 was a close second choice. Subject 4. CMSD's 80th Anniversary Logo Meeting Feb 13, 2024 - Board of Directors Study Session Access Public Type Action, Receive and File Recommended Action That the Board of Directors approve the District's 80th Anniversary logos. Goals 5.2 Community Outreach & Communications - Offer sustainable promotional products 5.0 Community Outreach & Communications 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#13/16 Online Survey of CAC & CMSD Staff (13 Respondents) “Which design is your favorite?” Option 1 = 7 votes Option 2 = 6 votes Option 3 = 0 votes In-person survey of CMSD Staff during 1/23/24 All Hands Meeting Option 1 = 9 votes Option 2 = 6 votes Option 3 = 1 vote Once the Board selects a logo, the design will be used to promote CMSD's 80 years of service to the community through digital and print marketing materials (such as social media, email, website, flyers, and mailings) and promotional giveaway items (such as stickers, patches, and apparel). Legal Review Solid Waste Fund Promotional Items Budget = $2,500 Wastewater Fund Promotional Items Budget = $2,500 Public Notice Process Copies of this report are on file and will be included in the complete agenda packet for the February 13, 2024 Board of Directors Study Session at District Headquarters and posted on the District’s website. Alternative Actions 1. Direct staff to utilize two of the three logo designs. 2. Direct staff to utilize all of the logo designs. 3. Direct staff to have the logos editted or redesigned, which will incur an additional cost of approximately $168.80 if the same graphic designer is used. File Attachments Back Bay Photos.pdf (130 KB) 80th Anniversary Logo - Option 1.jpg (1,496 KB) 80th Anniversary Logo - Option 2.jpg (1,391 KB) 80th Anniversary Logo - Option 3.jpg (1,219 KB) 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#14/16 C. ITEMS OF STUDY To: Board of Directors Via: Scott Carroll, General Manager From: Noelani Middenway, CMC, District Clerk/Public Information Officer Date: February 13, 2024 Subject: Citizens Advisory Committee Members Attendance Summary On October 26, 2017, the Board of Directors approved establishing a Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) to study relevant issues, advise on subjects and make recommendations and comments to the Board of Directors. The CAC provides citizen involvement and a channel of public communication to the Board. Recommendation That the Board of Directors receive and file the CAC attendance report. Analysis The CAC is an 11-member committee that is guided by the policies described in the CAC Handbook. CAC members are expected to attend all meetings and should make every effort to do so. Per the CAC Handbook, “If a member is absent for three meetings, unless excused by the Chair, the Vice Chair shall contact that member and inform the member of this policy. If the member misses a fourth meeting without being excused by the Chair, the member shall be removed through written notification from the Chair.” (Admin Policy No. 60.00) Per the Board’s request, attached is the CAC’s attendance log for its current members. There are two members who have missed the past three consecutive CAC meetings, Annette Watson and Daniel Baum, whose terms end March 2024. There will be seven vacancies on the CAC at the conclusion of the March CAC meeting, and applications for appointments are currently being accepted through Thursday, February 29, 2024. The Board will appoint new members to the CAC at its regular Board meeting on March 25, 2024. 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 Not applicable Public Notice Process Copies of this report are on file and will be included with the complete agenda packet for the February 13, 2024, Board of Directors Study Session meeting at District Headquarters and posted on the District’s website www.cmsdca.gov Alternative Actions Direct staff to report back with more information. File Attachments CAC Attendance Record.pdf (63 KB) Subject 5. Citizens Advisory Committee Member Attendance Report Meeting Feb 13, 2024 - Board of Directors Study Session Access Public Type Receive and File 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#15/16 D. CLOSING ITEMS Subject 1. Oral Communications and Director Comments Meeting Feb 13, 2024 - Board of Directors Study Session Access Public Type 2/7/24, 4:16 PM BoardDocs® Pro https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cmsdca/Board.nsf/Private?open&login#16/16 D. CLOSING ITEMS The next Study Session of the Costa Mesa Sanitary District Board of Directors will be held at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 in the District's Boardroom, located at 290 Paularino Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Subject 2. Adjournment Meeting Feb 13, 2024 - Board of Directors Study Session Access Public Type Procedural