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COSTA MESA SANITARY DISTRICT
MINUTES OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR MEETING
MAY 11 , 2006
CALL TO ORDER The Board of Directors of the Costa Mesa
Sanitary District met in regular session on
May 11, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. at 628 W. 19th
Street, Costa Mesa.
President Ferryman called the meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Director Perry led the Pledge of
Allegiance
INVOCATION Vice President Woodside gave the
invocation.
ROLL CALL
DIRECTORS PRESENT: James Ferryman, Greg Woodside, Art
Perry, Arlene Schafer, Dan Worthington
DIRECTORS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Robin B. Hamers, Manager/District
Engineer; Alan Burns, Legal Counsel;
Tom Fauth, Assistant Manager; Joan
Revak, Board Secretary/Program
Manager/Clerk of the District; Wendy
Davis, Treasurer; Sherry Kallab,
Accountant; Denise Gilbert, Permit
Processing Specialist; Debbie Bjornson,
Permit Processing Specialist; Karl Dulake,
Maintenance Supervisor
OTHERS PRESENT: Don Gregg, Curtis & Associates
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Ms. Davis reported the Treasurer's Report and Financial Statement were not
included in the May Board packet due to time constraints in preparation of the
two reports. Ms. Davis will provide the two reports for the June regular meeting.
Director Schafer motioned to approve the Consent Calendar as presented with
the exception of the Treasurer's Report and the Financial Statement. Director
Worthington seconded. Motion carried 5-0.
REPORTS
MINUTE APPROVAL
Minutes of Recycling The Minutes of the Recycling Committee Meeting
Committee Meeting —April of April 17, 2006, were approved as distributed.
17, 2006
Minutes of Regular The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 20,
Meeting, 2006, were approved as distributed.
April 20, 2006
MANAGER'S REPORTS
Refunds There were no refunds for the month of April 2006.
Occupancy Report and The Trash Occupancy Count documented an
Payment of $194,927.62 increase of 6 units for the occupancy report for solid
to Costa Mesa Disposal — waste collection as of May 1, 2006. Therefore, the
May 2006 total for May is 21,291.
Board directed Staff to prepare a warrant for
$194,927.62 to Costa Mesa Disposal on June 1,
2006, for May 2006 collection count of 21,291.
Monthly Spill Report to The Monthly Spill Report to the Regional Water
Regional Water Quality Quality Control Board (RWQCB) for April 2006 was
Control Board (RWQCB) accepted as submitted.
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ENGINEER'S REPORTS
Project Status Report The Project Status Report dated May 2006 was
accepted as submitted.
TREASURER'S REPORTS
Financial Report as of The Financial Report as of April 30, 2006 was
April 30, 2006 continued to the June 2006 regular meeting.
Treasurer's Report as of The Treasurer's Report as of April 30, 2006 was
April 30, 2006 continued to the June 2006 regular meeting.
Warrant 2006-11 for April Warrant Resolution #CMSD 2006-11 was
2006 in the amount of approved, authorizing the President and Secretary
$556,773.39 to sign the warrant ratifying the payment of certain
claims and demands, and specifying the funds out
of which the same were paid in the amount of
$556,773.39.
Directors Expenses for the Director Compensation and Expense
Month of April 2006 Reimbursement for the Month of April 2006 were
approved and ratified as follows:
Director Perry: $510.00
Director Schafer: $1,020.00 + $68.79
Vice President Woodside: $340.00
Director Worthington: $680.00 + $653.76
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Ms. Revak reported the District received a thank you note from Girl Scout Troop
#1888 thanking the District for the educational recycling program and the $100
award for the completion of their recycling project.
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Ms. Revak reported receiving a letter from Ms. Kay Cotton, Candidate & Voter
Services Manager, Registrar of Voters, dated May 3, 2006. Ms. Cotton's letter
provided information on the upcoming November 7, 2006 General Election and
included a Transmittal of Election form. Costa Mesa Sanitary District Ordinance
No. 30 limits a candidate's statement of qualifications to 200 words and directs
that the District will not pay for the statements. Ms. Revak reported the
Transmittal of Election form was filled out in accordance with Ordinance No. 30
and returned to the Registrar of Voters. The three incumbents for the November
7, 2006 election are Directors Woodside, Schafer, and Worthington.
Ms. Revak reported receivin g a flyer fl from CSDA announcing their Annual
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Conference and Exhibitor Showcase, September 25-28, 2006 to be held in
Olympic Valley, California.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
President Ferryman introduced Mr. Don Gregg, Curtis & Associates, who is in
attendance to speak on an agenda item regarding the acquisition of property for
the District yard.
MANAGER'S REPORTS
TRASH COLLECTION PROGRAM
OPPORTUNITIES FOR DECREASING CMSD TRASH COLLECTION RATES
REQUEST FROM CR&R FOR PASS-THROUGH FUEL COSTS AND OTHER
PROVISIONS
TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP OF TRASH CONTAINERS TO COSTA MESA DISPOSAL
PROJECTED 2006-2007 TRASH COLLECTION PROGRAM BUDGET
Mr. Hamers reported a meeting has been set with Dean Ruffridge, Senior
Vice President, CR&R, to continue discussion regarding the trash
collection program issues, opportunities for decreasing CMSD trash
collection rates, the request from CR&R for pass-through fuel costs,
transfer of ownership of trash containers to Costa Mesa Disposal, and the
projected 2006-2007 trash collection program budget. Mr. Hamers
reported Staff has been reviewing the last offer CR&R made to the
District.
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SEWER PROGRAM
FIELD MAINTENANCE SERVICES
PRELIMINARY 2006-2007 CIP
Mr. Hamers reported a Special Meeting will be held on May 25, 2006 to
discuss the Preliminary 2006-2007 Capital Improvement Program and
Field Maintenance Services.
DISTRICT YARD UPDATE
POTENTIAL PURCHASE OF PROPERTY AT WILSON AND FAIRVIEW
Mr. Fauth reported Staff has been investigating leasing or acquiring
property for a District yard.
Mr. Fauth reported upon a possible purchase opportunity at 2252
Fairview Road. Mr. Fauth described the property to the Board as three
separate parcels, one developed and two undeveloped. Mr. Fauth
introduced Mr. Don Gregg, Curtis & Associates, who provided
additional details about the current status of the property pieces being
considered.
Mr. Gregg advised the Board the owners have received a potential
offer on the developed piece of property, leaving the two undeveloped
pieces available for sale.
Discussion was held regarding the price and location of the Fairview
Road property and it's suitability for the District's purpose.
Director Worthington motioned to approve an offer of $600,000 for the
purchase of the two vacant lots at 2252 Fairview Road (A.P. No. 419-
091-04 and 419-091-05) Director Perry seconded. Motion carried 5-
0.
Mr. Gregg will write up a purchase offer for Mr. Fauth's review before
presenting it to the owners of the property.
Mr. Gregg left the meeting at 6:23 p.m.
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CMSD STRATEGIC PLAN
YEAR 2005/2006 STRATEGIC PLANNING ACTION ITEMS
NEW DISTRICT HEADQUARTERS
BUILDING AND GROUNDS AD HOC COMMITTEE
UPDATE ON ROOF, GUTTERS, AND COLUMN IMPROVEMENTS
Mr. Fauth reported the roof and gutter installation on the building
has been completed and stated he was very impressed with the
rapidness of the removal and installation.
Mr. Hamers reported he recently witnessed someone sleeping on
the grass in front of the District offices. Discussion was held
regarding securing the perimeter of the property for security
purposes.
Mr. Hamers stated painting and column repair were the next
renovations scheduled to take place, followed by landscaping.
RECYCLING REPORTS
WASTE DIVERSION REPORT-APRIL 2006
Ms. Revak presented the Waste Diversion Reports for April 2006 showing
a 50.44% diversion rate.
Director Schafer motioned to approve the Waste Diversion report.
Director Perry seconded. Motion carried 5-0.
CONTRACT PAYMENT TO CR TRANSFER FOR RECYCLING SERVICES
AND DISPOSAL
PAYMENT FOR APRIL 2006 SERVICES
Ms. Revak presented the Invoices for April 2006 recycling services and
disposal. Director Perry motioned to ratify contract payment to CR Transfer
for recycling services and disposal for the month of April 2006 in the amount
of $172,321.28. Vice President Woodside seconded. Motion carried 5-0.
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Director Perry motioned to ratify contract payment to CR Transfer for
recycling services and disposal for Santa Ana Heights for the month of April
2006 in the amount of $9,819.45. Vice President Woodside seconded.
Motion carried 5-0.
STANDARDIZED TRASH CONTAINER PROGRAM REPORTS
Mr. Fauth reported Mr. Shef has been following up on a residence where
12 containers are being placed at the curb filled with C&D materials. Mr.
Fauth has spoken with the owner of the four-unit residential development,
currently unoccupied and under construction, and explained a dumpster is
required for the type of materials being disposed of. Mr. Fauth explained
the containers will not be picked up when containing the C&D materials.
Mr. Shef has taken pictures of the 12 containers showing the C&D for
documentation purposes.
Mr. Fauth presented the standardized container inventory/status update
report. The inventory continues to decline, but at a slower rate than in
previous months. The last order for 325 90-gallon containers and 275 60-
gallon containers was placed on February 2, 2005.
In Mr. Shef's absence, the written Ordinance Enforcement Summary
Report for the month of April 2006 was accepted.
RECYCLING COMMITTEE — MONDAY, MAY 8, 2006 - 12:00 P.M.,
CMSD BOARDROOM, 628 W. 19TH STREET, COSTA MESA,
(DIRECTORS WOODSIDE AND FERRYMAN)
RECYCLING COMMITTEE GOALS FOR 2005/2006
Vice President Woodside reported Staff is monitoring two locations in
the City of Costa Mesa, Best Buy and the Costa Mesa Senior Center,
for the volume of batteries being collected in their battery bucket
program.
Vice President Woodside reported CR&R provided 14 boxes for
recyclables to Sonora Elementary School for their Cinco de Mayo
celebration.
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PRESENTATION OF CHECK TO BOYS & GIRLS CLUB AT REA ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL FOR PARTICIPATION IN RECYCLING PROJECT
Vice President Woodside reported a check for $100 was presented to
the Boys and Girls Club at Rea Elementary school for their
participation in a recycling project. Photographs of the presentation
were distributed to the Board.
COSTA MESA PUBLIC SAFETY EMERGENCY SERVICES EXPO SUNDAY,
MAY 7, 2006
Vice President Woodside reported Staff and Directors Worthington and
Schafer attended the Costa Mesa Public Safety Emergency Services
EXPO on May 7, 2006.
Director Schafer commended Staff for their hard work in manning the
Costa Mesa Sanitary District booth at the Costa Mesa Public Safety
Emergency Services EXPO.
UNIVERSAL WASTE- REQUIREMENTS EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 9, 2006
E-WASTE RECYCLING EVENT-SATURDAY,JUNE 17,2006
Mr. Fauth reported the District and City of Costa Mesa will
participate in an E-Waste Event on June 17, 2006, at the City
Corporation Yard. HMR, USA, Inc. will provide all labor, equipment
and transport trailers to run the event. Mr. Fauth reported publicity
for the event will include a mail-out by HMR distributed to all
businesses in the City of Costa Mesa, a public service
announcement two weeks in advance of the event to allow
residents enough notice to gather materials to be recycled, and an
additional reminder notice two days before the event. Mr. Fauth will
investigate the possibility of having the event appear on the
marquee at Estancia High School.
Director Perry suggested flyers be sent to the Chamber of
Commerce to be included with their next citywide distribution.
Director Perry also suggested the Newport/Mesa School District be
notified of the event.
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Mr. Fauth has been in contact with HMR to verify that the
Corporation Yard space will be adequate for the event. Based on
events in similarly-sized communities, HMR predicts they will
collect approximately one half pound per resident, resulting in
50,000 pounds of universal waste being collected.
Mr. Hamers commended the Recycling Committee for their
educational efforts with the youth of the City of Costa Mesa.
Director Worthington distributed a brochure on dishware made from
recycled glass and suggested the District purchase some sample
items to show residents what can be made from their recycled
glass.
ENGINEER'S REPORTS
WASTE DISCHARGE REQUIREMENTS— (WDR)
GENERAL UPDATE
Mr. Hamers reported the State Water Resources Control Board adopted the
General Waste Discharge Requirements for all publicly-owned sanitary
sewer collection systems on May 2, 2006. The WDRs specify that all
publicly-owned collection systems with more than one mile of sewer pipe are
required to enroll for coverage under the WDRs within three months. Mr.
Hamers reported they are in the process of rescinding the regional WDR.
Mr. Burns reported the District has 6 months (October 2006) to begin on-line
reporting of sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs).
REPORT ON EMERGENCY WORK— PRESIDENT PUMPING STATION
Mr. Hamers reported there has been no change since the April meeting on
the emergency work for the President Pumping Station and he will
continue to update the Board as new information becomes available. Mr.
Hamers reported an electrical panel and pumps have been ordered and
will be installed at the President Pumping Station as soon as they are
delivered.
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ANNIVERSARY LANE WATER LINE— IRWD
Mr. Hamers reported he became aware that a new water line was slated
for construction by the Irvine Ranch Water District on Anniversary Lane.
IRWD does not notify agencies that have facilities in the street of any
pending construction or provide plans for the agency's review. Mr.
Hamers reported the Costa Mesa Sanitary District has a sewer main in the
street right below the proposed IRWD water lines in Anniversary Lane.
Mr. Hamers noted the water line is so close to the CMSD sewer that it
violates the State of California Department of Health Services standards
for sewer and water line separation. Mr. Hamers contacted Mr. Charles
Borkman at IRWD to discuss the issue and ask IRWD to reconsider the
location of the water line. Mr. Borkman said he would review the plans
and admitted that revisions were appropriate.
Mr. Hamers also contacted Mr. Michael Sinacori at the City of Newport
Beach, the principal engineer in charge of the construction of the water
line. The City of Newport Beach was the lead agency since it was a joint
® project and Newport Beach hired the contractor. Mr. Sinacori stated Mr.
Borkman of IRWD claimed to have emailed PDF files of the revised plans,
and since Mr. Hamers did not respond, that constituted approval and
IRWD subsequently constructed the water lines. Mr. Hamers stated Mr.
Borkman did not email PDF files to his office.
Mr. Hamers contacted Mr. Borkman and stated that while upset about the
misstatements to the City of Newport Beach, he would still be willing to
accept a letter from IRWD that they assume responsibility for their water
line if the CMSD has to excavate its line, predicated on approval from the
Department of Health Services. Mr. Borkman has not communicated back
and did not respond to subsequent phone calls.
Mr. Hamers attended the IRWD Board of Directors meeting on April 24,
2006, to explain the situation under public comments. Mr. Hamers is filing
a complaint with the State Department of Health Services for the location
of the water line and is considering filing a complaint against the Director
of Engineering's professional engineering license since he signed the
plans as "approved" and his actions and policies do not meet the standard
of care of engineers in the industry.
Mr. Hamers went to the Department of Health Services office on April 25,
2006, and met with Shu-Fang Orr and her assistant Shiouling Chang. Mr.
Hamers was informed that IRWD has been on notice since January 4,
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2006 that the section of water line in question on Anniversary Lane is not
allowed. Ms. Orr stated that construction in a special permission zone
requires the approval of both DHS and the sewer agency. Therefore,
IRWD will be required to pose a solution that meets the approval of the
Department of Health Services and the Costa Mesa Sanitary District.
PROJECT #180 — SEWER MAINTENANCE PROGRAM CAPITAL
EQUIPMENT(FY-2006-2007)
CONSIDER PURCHASE OF USED VACTOR TRUCK
Mr. Hamers reported Mr. Dulake flew to Chicago on behalf of the District
to look at a used 1987 Model 810 vactor truck to purchase.
Mr. Dulake provided a report on the condition of the truck he was sent to
see and stated that while it was in very good condition, it had 130,000
miles on it and had a steel tank, which would be prone to corrosion with
the alkaline water in Costa Mesa. Replacement and repair parts would be
difficult to obtain because this model truck is no longer being
manufactured. The asking price on the Model 810 is $59,000.
While there, Mr. Dulake saw a 1992 Model 2100 vactor truck with 75,000
miles on it that had just been returned from a lease arrangement. Mr.
Dulake provided a detailed description of the alternate vehicle to the
Board. The 1992 vehicle had an aluminum tank, lower mileage, and came
with a longer warranty than the truck he had been investigating. The 1992
truck is still being manufactured today, making parts readily available.
Asking price on the 1992 vehicle is $89,000. Mr. Dulake also explained
he has searched the United States for vactor trucks and has a file of
models and prices and that the current truck has the best combination of
price and quality.
Board instructed Mr. Dulake to negotiate on the 1992 Model 2100 vactor
truck with a beginning offer of $85,000, contingent to meeting the
requirements of the California Vehicle Code Standards. If the $85,000
offer is rejected, Mr. Dulake is authorized to offer the full price of $89,000
for the vehicle.
Director Schafer motioned to approve the purchase of the 1992 vactor
truck, not to exceed $95,000, contingent to meeting the requirements of
the California Vehicle Code Standards. Director Worthington seconded.
Motion carried 5-0.
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TREASURER'S REPORTS
FY-2006/2007 BUDGET SPECIAL MEETINGS
Ms. Davis reported the FY- 2006/2007 budget meeting is scheduled for
May 25, 2006.
Ms. Davis outlined the timeline requirements to adopt the budget and
transmit the information to the County of Orange for the tax rolls by August
10, 2006. The public hearing to set the rates was scheduled for Monday,
July 24, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. at the Costa Mesa Community Center.
Notification postcards will be sent out to residents by June 9, 2006.
The June regular meeting where the Board will adopt the budget will be
held on June 8, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. The August regular meeting has been
set for Monday, August 14, 2006 at 6:00 p.m.
REPORT ON BENEFIT AND COST OF CMSD TREASURER
In response to a request from Director Worthington, Ms. Davis provided a
report to outline the benefit and cost of an in-house financial staff versus
the cost previously provided by the City of Costa Mesa.
Ms. Davis reported the current Direct Fiscal Services cost is $191,000.
The District was paying $150,000 to the City of Costa Mesa for the
services of a treasury, accounting, and purchasing divisions with the
finance department.
Ms. Davis reported a comparison of services provided to the District by the
City of Costa Mesa verses the District's own staff is not possible since the
types of services have changed substantially in the last two years and the
current District Staff is providing more comprehensive services.
Discussion was held regarding hiring a receptionist/assistant in the near
future. It is envisioned this position would provide support as a
receptionist as well as general assistance to all staff members. Mr.
Hamers reported the District is considering partial year billing and would
benefit from having an additional staff member to assist with the additional
workload partial year billing would require.
Mr. Fauth requested Ms. Davis provide the dollar amounts envisioned to
® employ an additional staff member and present it for review at the May 25,
2006 meeting.
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ATTORNEY'S REPORT
COSTA MESA DISPOSAL AND CR TRANSFER MASTER AGREEMENT
Mr. Burns reported he had no additional information for the Board and will
bring back the Costa Mesa Disposal and CR Transfer Master Agreement
once consensus is reached and the agreement is ready to be finalized.
LOCAL MEETINGS
ORANGE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT (OCSD) - APRIL 19. 2006
(PRESIDENT FERRYMAN)
President Ferryman attended the April 19, 2006, OCSD meeting and
reported OCSD will be setting their rate, currently proposed at either 9.8
percent or 14.5 percent. President Ferryman commended James Ruth,
Interim General Manager, for exceptional performance in the general
manager position.
SANTA ANA RIVER FLOOD PROTECTION AGENCY (SARFPA)
(DIRECTOR PERRY)
Director Perry reported the Santa Ana River Flood Protection Agency
meeting will be held May 25, 2006.
INDEPENDENT SPECIAL DISTRICTS OF ORANGE COUNTY (ISDOC)
(DIRECTOR SCHAFER)
Director Schafer reported the April 4, 2006 meeting was cancelled.
LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION (LAFCO) (DIRECTOR
SCHAFER)
NOMINATIONS FOR REGULAR SPECIAL DISTRICT MEMBERSHIP&ALTERNATE
SPECIAL DISTRICT MEMBER
Director Schafer reported the LAFCO seats currently held by John Withers
and Charlie Wilson will expire on June 30, 2006. Director Schafer
requested the item be added to the May 25, 2006 Special meeting for the
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Board to discuss candidates and send a letter of recommendation.
Nominations must be received by June 19, 2006.
CALIFORNIA SPECIAL DISTRICTS ASSOCIATION (CSDA) (DIRECTOR
SCHAFER)
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS DAY-APRIL 18, 2006(DIRECTOR SCHAFER)
Director Schafer attended the April 18, 2006, CSDA Government Affairs
Day seminar and distributed a written report to the Board.
CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF SANITATION AGENCIES (CASA)
(DIRECTOR WORTHINGTON)
2006 SPRING CONFERENCE AT SQUAW CREEK-APRIL 26-28,2006
(DIRECTOR WORTHINGTON)
Director Worthington attended the California Association of Sanitation
Agencies 2006 Spring Conference on April 26-28. Director Worthington
reported six municipalities in the state of California have drafted an
ordinance to address maintenance and repair of private laterals. One
component of these ordinances will require a seller to have the lateral
inspected, videotaped, cleaned, and renovated before sale of the property
can be completed. This ensures the buyer is not purchasing a property
with potentially expensive lateral repair. Initiation of a program to educate
realtors was also discussed.
Board directed Mr. Burns to begin preliminary investigation into the
options for such an ordinance for the Costa Mesa Sanitary District and
return with a recommended course of action.
Director Worthington reported a discussion was held regarding
compensation for directors while traveling on business for their agencies.
Director Worthington reported 50% turned in receipts and 50% were on a
per diem basis. Director Worthington reported directors interested in per
diem were advised to investigate IRS 463, a publication of regulations and
a nationwide per diem chart.
Director Worthington requested the item be placed on the agenda in
August for consideration by the Board. Ms. Davis reported she has a staff
report where per diem was researched for the CMSD which she will bring
to the August 2006 meeting for review.
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Director Worthington reported Catherine Smith was introduced as the new
Director of CASA.
Director Worthington reported an in-depth discussion regarding Zero
Water Consumption or waterless urinals was presented. Each fixture
would save approximately 45,000 gallons of water a year. Currently five
companies are manufacturing a waterless urinal.
Director Worthington reported there is concern about the lack of future
workforce of sanitary workers. A concerted effort to encourage 2-year
colleges to promote a career in the industry is underway.
Director Worthington reported the Manhattan Beach Sanitary District
provided a presentation on their 1.5 million gallon spill and what
knowledge they gained from the experience.
Director Worthington reported they were provided with a 2 1/2 hour tour of
the Truckee/ Tahoe Sanitary District and the Truckee Sanitation Facility.
The Truckee Sanitation facility is constructing a new plant utilizing
advanced biological treatment and filtration.
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OTHER MEETINGS QUALIFYING FOR REIMBURSEMENT UNDER CMSD
ORDINANCE N. 55, OPERATIONS CODE SECTION 3.01.030
WACO
Director Schafer attended the April 7, 2006 WACO meeting and provided
information on the State Housing Element law for the Board's perusal.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Director Schafer attended the April 4, 2006 Chamber of Commerce
meeting where they discussed SB 1542, a bill regulating access to key
information for motor vehicles.
Director Schafer provided an update to the Chamber on CMSD.
OLD BUSINESS
There was no old business discussed.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business discussed.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND DIRECTOR COMMENTS
President Ferryman reported the City of Costa Mesa is recommending a $10,000
per acre fee for storm drains for new development.
President Ferryman reported the Lion's Club Fish Fry is the first weekend in
June. They will be selling raffle tickets to win a Suzuki.
Mr. Hamers commended Staff for their hard work.
ADJOURNMENT
At 8:26 p.m., President Ferryman adjourned the meeting.
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