CALL TO ORDER: The Board of Directors’ meeting of the Mid-Peninsula Water District was called to order by Vice President Feldman at 6:30 p.m.
A. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Directors Altscher, Feldman, Linvill, and Vella
ALSO PRESENT: General Manager Regan, General Counsel Cassman, Engineer O’Flaherty & Secretary Remeleh
STAFF PRESENT: Superintendent Michael Anderson & Rick Bisio
MEMBERS OF PUBLIC: Susan Couden, Anne Hausler & Georg Kramer
PRESIDENT: Vice President Feldman presiding.
Whereupon the following proceedings were duly had:
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Secretary Remeleh led in the Pledge of Allegiance
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The minutes of the Regular Board meeting of February 28, 2008 were approved as corrected on a motion by Director Altscher and seconded by Director Linvill.
D. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
None.
E. WATER CONSERVATION:
Secretary Remeleh reported on the water conservation kits that are being sent out to the local schools. She is still waiting to hear from schools that are interested in participating in the program. She also reported on the Spring Garden Faire that will be hosted by the City of Belmont. Staff has been requested to volunteer at the fair. She stated this is another opportunity to get the word out to the community regarding conservation. Secretary Remeleh received a phone call from the County of San Mateo informing her of a business in Belmont that is applying to become a green business. The District will do some investigation to make sure the business is in compliance with the water conservation requirements. Secretary Remeleh stated City Manager Jack Crist requested tapes on water conservation or about Mid-Peninsula Water District to run on the Public Access Channel. Director Altscher reported that the City of Belmont has finalized their green conservation committee. The committee may be in contact with the District regarding water conservation.
F. HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANT:
Anne Hausler and Susan Couden from the firm of Merit Resources gave a presentation to the Board describing their proposal and scope of work to serve the District as human resource consultants. The Directors asked various questions which the consultants answered. On motion by Director Altscher and seconded by Director Vella it was unanimously approved to more forward with this project and to enter into a contract with Merit Resources to serve the District as the human resources consultants.
G. DISTRICT’S INSURANCE POLICY:
Director Linvill reported that a meeting has been set up with the District’s insurance broker who will meet with the subcommittee to review the District’s insurance program and to discuss recommendations to that program. The meeting will be taking place in the next two weeks. Director Altscher asked if staff would be a part of this meeting. Directors Feldman and Linvill stated that staff will not be a part of this meeting but if information is needed from staff, a phone call can be placed.
H. AB 2437 HETCH HETCHY WATER SYSTEM SECURITY AND RELIABILITY ACT:
The District has received correspondence from the General Manager of BAWSCA, Arthur Jensen, requesting a letter of support for the AB 2437 Hetch Hetchy Security and Reliability Act. The purpose of this bill is to strengthen the monitoring and accountability of San Francisco Water Department with respect to its goals and projects to upgrade the Hetch Hetchy System. They are asking other water agencies to support this bill. General Manager Regan and Director Vella recommended that the District support this bill. On a motion by Director Linvill seconded by Director Altscher, the request for a letter of support for Bill AB 2437 HETCH HETCHY WATER SYSTEM SECURITY AND RELIABILITY ACT was unanimously approved.
I. 2008 DISTRICT GOALS:
After brief discussion this item was continued to the next regular meeting.
J. BAWSCA REPORT:
Director Vella reported he attended the BAWSCA meeting on March 20, 2008. He stated a large part of the meeting was public comments about the concerns of chloramines in the water. The Chloramine Coalition is willing to work with BAWSCA to find some kind of solution for concerned customers. Chloramines are the most effective water disinfectant water agencies have available to them. Director Vella stated next year’s budget for BAWSCA was also discussed.
K. DIRECTOR’S REPORT:
Director Vella reported that he attended the State of the City Address along with Director Altscher and staff. He stated that the Mayor of Belmont gave a very passionate and informative speech. Director Altscher reported on the State of the City Address as well. One of the key messages that he got from the Mayor was that there was strong interest in working towards improving involvement with the community. Director Altscher also reported on the Special Districts Association meeting he attended along with Vice President Feldman. On March 16, 2008 Director Altscher attended a Chamber of Commerce event. The Chamber was very thankful for the opportunity to use the District’s barbeque at this event.
L. MANAGER’S REPORT:
General Manager Regan reported that the Notre Dame project has been completed. Paving will begin the following week. The next project will be the main replacement project on Pullman and Coronet. It will begin in April. The District has received all of the parts to replace the control valves at Hannibal Pump Station and this project should be completed in the next week. There was a brief discussion between the Board and staff regarding the time spent compiling information and the preparation of the weekly report on the District. Staff requested suggestions from the Board on items that they would like in the weekly report. By a motion by Director Vella seconded by Director Altscher the Manager’s Report was unanimously approved.
M. FINANCIAL REPORT:
On a motion by Director Vella seconded by Director Altscher the Financial report was unanimously approved.
N. FUTURE NEW BUSINESS ITEMS-SUGGESTIONS BY THE BOARD:
The 2008 District Goals will be discussed at the next regular meeting.
O. COMMUNICATIONS:
None.
P. TOUR OF MPWD FACILITY:
Directors and officers went on a brief tour of the District’s shop and yard to see changes that have been made over the last couple of months. General Manager Regan gave a brief description of the changes and the Board members asked a few questions. After the tour, the Directors and staff reassembled in the Boardroom.
Q. ADJOURNMENT:
Vice President Feldman adjourned the meeting at 7:52 p.m. The next regular meeting of the MPWD Board is scheduled for Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. in the District’s administrative offices at 3 Dairy Lane, Belmont CA 94002
