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A meeting of the Steering Committee of the Orange County Sanitation District was
held on Wednesday, January 25, 2006 at 5 p.m., in the District's Administrative
Office.
(1) The roll was called and a quorum declared present, as follows:
STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS: OTHERS PRESENT:
Directors Present: Bradley R. Hogin, General Counsel
Steve Anderson, Chair Don Hughes
Jim Ferryman, Vice Chair
Carolyn Cavecche, Chair, OMTS Committee STAFF PRESENT:
Darryl Miller, Chairman, FAHR Committee Jim Ruth, Interim General Manager
Tod Ridgeway, Chairman, PDC Committee Nick Arhontes, Director of Regional Assets and
Jim Silva, County Supervisor Services
Bob Ghirelli, Director of Technical Services
Jim Herberg, Director of Operations and
Maintenance
Directors Absent: David Ludwin, Director of Engineering
Lorenzo Tyner, Director of Finance/Treasurer
Lisa Tomko, Director of Human Resources
Gail Garrett, Committee Secretary
Juanita Skillman, Records Management
Specialist
(2) APPOINTMENT OF CHAIR PRO TEM
No appointment was necessary.
(3) PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no comments by any member of the public.
(4) RECEIVE, FILE AND APPROVE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
The minutes of the December 21, 2005 Steering Committee meeting and the minutes of the January
12 and January 16, 2006 special meetings of the Steering Committee were approved as drafted.
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(5) REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE CHAIR
Committee Chair Steve Anderson thanked Jim Ferryman for acting as Chair Pro Tem at the special
Stsedng Committee meeting on January 16. Chair Anderson commended OCSD staff for their
professionalism In the last couple of months. He congratulated Nick Arhontes for his presentation on
lateral sewers at the CASA meeting in Indian Wells,
Chair Anderson announced the standing committee meeting dates for February. A special PDC
Committee meeting Is scheduled for tomorrow,January 26, at 5:00 p.m. The CIP Oversight
Committee will meet on Thursday, February 9 at 5:00 p.m.
Chair Anderson announced that he has appointed Joy Neugebauer and David Sullivan to the
Cooperative Projects Ad Hoc Committee which will meet on Wednesday, February 15, 2006.
CASA will hold their Annual Workshop in Washington DC on March 6-8, 2006.
(6) REPORT OF THE GENERAL MANAGER
Interim General Manager Jim Ruth provided an update on the SARI line breach— Nick Arhontes
informed the repairs are now estimated to be completed the week of January 30 and staff will
continue to update the Board via email.
Mr. Ruth also reported he, Chair Anderson, and staff met with SAWPA to discuss funding
possibilities. Copies of a resolution adopted by the SAW PA Commission were provided. It
conveys SAWPA's conceptual support for the southern alignment alternative for the protection
and relocation of the SARI line. They have agreed to work with OCSD to get funding in
Washington DC and a meeting will be scheduled with them prior to the Washington DC trip. Mr.
Ruth will keep the Steering Committee and Board informed.
Mr. Ruth presented his monthly status report to the board and noted that his overall assessment
of the District is very favorable. He appreciates the time the Steering Committee spent with staff
and their Input will betaken Into consideration. The ten identified Strategic Plan Initiatives will
be presented to the Board for further direction, some of which will be addressed during the
budget process and others reviewed as part of the CIP Oversight.
(7) REPORT OF GENERAL COUNSEL
General Counsel Brad Hogin announced that a Rate Study Sooping meeting is scheduled for
January 26, 2006 to review the fee study for Kimberly-Clark. The meeting will be open for input from
the public, after which there will be a 60-day public review period. The final report is due In May and
will be presented to the May or June Board.
(8) DISCUSSION ITEMS (Items A-D)
A. Review of Mountain Park Connection to SARI
David Ludwin, Director of Engineering, provided a map of the proposed Mountain Park
sewer and proposed SARI southern alignment. He presented an update on the status
of the Mountain Park Development and the location of the sewer connection to the SARI
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January 25, 2006
line. Discussion took place regarding a wide range of issues and alternatives, including
those presented by the Irvine Company which include a direct gravity connection to
SARI by Gypsum Canyon Road or connecting downstream of the SARI Control Gate.
Board members expressed concern over the construction costs and recommended
approaching the Irvine Company to discuss these costs. Chair Anderson and Director
Miller will schedule a meeting with Mr. Sat Tamaribuchi.
B. Establishment of a Legislative Committee
Dr. Ghirelli provided information on establishing a Legislative Affairs Committee, and
discussed three options: 1) Formalize a Legislative Affairs Committee compliant with
the"Brown Act"; 2) Maintain existing legislative Ad Hoc Committee structure; or, 3)
allow staff to conduct meetings and provide Staff Reports to the Steering Committee.
After extensive discussion and clarification of"Brown Act"compliance by General
Counsel, staff was directed to proceed with establishing a Legislative Affairs Committee
per Option 1.
C. The Agenda Items scheduled to be reviewed by the Board's working committees in x
were reviewed.
D. The agenda items scheduled to be presented to the Board at tonight's meeting
were reviewed.
(9) OTHER BUSINESS,COMMUNICATIONS OR SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA ITEMS. IF ANY
There was no other business discussed.
(10) MATTERS WHICH A DIRECTOR WOULD LIKE STAFF TO REPORT ON AT A
SUBSEQUENT MEETING
There were none.
(11) MATTERS WHICH A DIRECTOR MAY WISH TO PLACE ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR
ACTION AN DIOR STAFF REPORT
There were none.
(12) CONSIDERATION OF UPCOMING MEETINGS
The next Steering Committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at 5 p.m.
The next Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at 7 p.m.
(13) CLOSED SESSION
There was no closed session.
Minutes of the Steering Committee
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(14) ADJOURNMENT
The Chair declared the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
Submitted by:
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and the Agenda for the Steering Committee meeting held on Wednesday, January 25, 2006,was
duly posted for public inspection in the main lobby of the District's offices on Thursday, January 18,
2006.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 25th day of January, 2006.
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FOR THE NEXT TWELVE MONTHS
Wednesday, January 25, 2006
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
Wednesday, May 24, 2006
Wednesday, June 28, 2006
'Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
Wednesday, October 25, 2006
'Wednesday, November 15, 2006
'Wednesday, December20, 2006
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
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STEERING COMMITTEE
(1) Roll Call:
Meeting Date: January 25 . 2006 Meeting Time: 5:00 p.m.
Meeting Adjourned: D.M.
Committee Members
Steve Anderson, Board Chair.............................................
Jim Ferryman, Board Vice Chair.........................................—
Darryl Miller, FAHR Committee Chair.................................
Carolyn Cavecche, OMTS Committee Chair.......................—
Tod Ridgeway, PDC Committee Chair................................
Jim Silva. Supervisor..........................................................—
Others
Brad Hogin, General Counsel _
Don Hughes
Staff Present
Jim Ruth, Interim General Manager
Nick Arhontes, Director of Regional Assets & Services
Bob Ghirelli, Director of Technical Services
Jim Herberg, Director of Operations & Maintenance
David Ludwin, Director of Engineering _
Patrick Miles, Director of Information Technology
Lisa Tomko, Director of Human Resources
Lorenzo Tyner, Director of Finance/Treasurer
Gail Garrett, Committee Secretary
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE STEERING COMMITTEE
ORANGE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT
WEDNESDAY, January 25, 2006 AT 5 P.M.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
10844 Ellis Avenue
Fountain Valley, California
(1) ROLL CALL
(2) APPOINTMENT OF CHAIR PRO TEM. IF NECESSARY
(3) PUBLIC COMMENTS
All persons wishing to address the Steering Committee on specific agenda items or matters of
general interest should do so at this time. As determined by the Chairman, speakers may be
deferred until the specific item is taken for discussion and remarks may be limited to three
minutes.
Matters of interest addressed by a member of the public and not listed on this agenda cannot
have action taken by the Committee except as authorized by Section 54954.2(b).
(4) APPROVE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Approve draft minutes of the December 21, 2005 Steering Committee meeting and draft minutes
of the January 12 and January 16, 2006 special meetings of the Steering Committee.
(5) REPORT OF COMMITTEE CHAIR
(6) REPORT OF GENERAL MANAGER
A. SARI Line Update
B. SAW PA Meeting Update
C. Strategic Initiatives Update
(7) REPORT OF GENERAL COUNSEL
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(8) DISCUSSION ITEMS (Items A-D)
A. Review of Mountain Park Connection to SARI (Ludwin)
B. Establishment of a Legislative Committee (Ghirelli)
C. Review Agenda Items scheduled to be presented to Committees in February
(Information item only)
D. Review and consideration of Agenda Items for Board of Directors Meeting of
January 25, 2006
(9) OTHER BUSINESS. COMMUNICATIONS OR SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA ITEMS, IF
ANY
(10) MATTERS WHICH A DIRECTOR WOULD LIKE STAFF TO REPORT ON AT A
SUBSEQUENT MEETING
(11) MATTERS WHICH A DIRECTOR MAY WISH TO PLACE ON A FUTURE AGENDA
FOR ACTION AND STAFF REPORT
(12) FUTURE MEETING DATES
The next Steering Committee Meeting is scheduled for 5 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2006.
The next Board Meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2006.
(13) CLOSED SESSION
During the course of conducting the business set forth on this agenda as a regular meeting of the
Steering Committee,the Chair may convene the Committee in closed session to consider matters
of pending real estate negotiations,pending or potential litigation, or personnel matters,pursuant
to Government Code Sections 54956.8,54956.9, 54957 or 54957.6, as noted.
Reports relating to (a)purchase and sale of real property; (b)matters of pending or potential
litigation; (c)employment actions or negotiations with employee representatives;or which are
exempt from public disclosure under the California Public Records Act,may be reviewed by the
Directors during a permitted closed session and are not available for public inspection. At such
time as final actions are taken by the Board on any of these subjects,the minutes will reflect all
required disclosures of information.
A. Convene in closed session, if necessary
B. Reconvene in regular session
C. Consideration of action, if any, on matters considered in closed session.
(14) ADJOURNMENT
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Agenda Postina: In accordance with the requirements of California Government Code Section 54954.2,this
agenda has been posted in the main lobby of the District's Administrative offices not less than 72 hours prior
to the meeting date and time above. All written materials relating to each agenda item are available for public
inspection in the office of the Board Secretary.
Items Not Posted: In the event any matter not listed on this agenda is proposed to be submitted to the
Committee for discussion and/or action, it will be done in compliance with Section 54954.2(b) as an
emergency item or because there is a need to take immediate action,which need came to the attention of the
Committee subsequent to the posting of agenda, or as set forth on a supplemental agenda posted in the
manner as above, not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting date.
Public Comments: Any member of the public may address the Operations, Maintenance and Technical
Services Committee on specific agenda items or matters of general interest. As determined by the Chair,
speakers may be deferred until the specific item is taken for discussion and remarks may be limited to
three minutes.
Matters of Interest addressed by a member of the public and not listed on this agenda cannot have action
taken by the Committee except as authorized by Section 54954.2(b).
Consent Calendar: All matters placed on the consent calendar are considered as not requiring discussion
or further explanation, and unless a particular item is requested to be removed from the consent calendar
by a Director of staff member,there will be no separate discussion of these items. All Items on the
consent calendar will be enacted by one action approving all motions, and casting a unanimous ballot for
resolutions included on the consent calendar. All items removed from the consent calendar shall be
considered in the regular order of business.
The Committee Chair will determine if any Items are to be deleted from the consent calendar.
Items Continued: Items may be continued from this meeting without further notice to a Committee
meeting held within five(5)days of this meeting per Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(3).
Meeting Adioumment: This meeting may be adjourned to a later time and items of business from this agenda
may be considered at the later meeting by Order of Adjournment and Notice in accordance with Government
Code Section 54955(posted within 24 hours).
Accommodations for the Disabled: The Board of Directors Meeting Room is wheelchair accessible. If you
require any special disability related accommodations,please contact the Orange County Sanitation District
Board Secretary's office at(714)593-7130 at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. Requests must
specify the nature of the disability and the type of accommodation requested.
Notice to Committee Members:
For any questions on the agenda or to place any Items on the agenda, Committee members should contact the
Committee Chair or Secretary ten days in advance of the Committee meeting.
Committee Chair: Steve Anderson (562)905-9700(La Habra City Hall)
Committee Staff Contact: James D.Ruth (714)593-7110
General Counsel: Brad Hogin (714)564-2606
Committee Secretary: Gall Garrett (714)593-7101
(714)962-0356 (Fax)
E-mail: aaanettrd7ocsd com
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MINUTES OF STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING
Orange County Sanitation District
Wednesday, December 21, 2005, at 5 p.m.
A meeting of the Steering Committee of the Orange County Sanitation District was
held on Wednesday, December 21, 2005 at 5 p.m., in the District's Administrative
Office.
(1) The roll was called and a quorum declared present, as follows:
STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS: OTHERS PRESENT:
Directors Present: Bradley R. Hogin, General Counsel
Steve Anderson, Chair Don Hughes
Jim Ferryman, Vice Chair
Carolyn Cavecche, Chair, OUTS Committee STAFF PRESENT:
Tod Ridgeway, Chairman, PDC Committee Jim Ruth, Interim General Manager
Jim Silva, County Supervisor Nick Arhontes, Director of Regional Assets and
Services
Bob Ghirelli, Director of Technical Services,
Acting Director of Public Affairs
Directors Absent: Lorenzo Tyner, Director of Financerrreasurer
Darryl Miller, Chairman, FAHR Committee Lisa Tomko, Director of Human Resources
Daisy Covarubbias, Public Information Specialist
Juanita Skillman, Records Management
Specialist
Ryal Wheeler, Maintenance Supervisor
Gail Garrett, Committee Secretary
(2) APPOINTMENT OF CHAIR PRO TEM
No appointment was necessary.
(3) PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no comments by any member of the public.
(4) RECEIVE. FILE AND APPROVE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
The minutes of the November 16, 2005 Steering Committee meeting were approved as drafted.
Minutes of the Steering Committee
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December 21, 2005
(5) REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE CHAIR
Committee Chair Steve Anderson reported that the Sanitation District has asked all cities and
agencies to participate in the Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG)program, requesting a response by
January 13. A copy of the letter was provided to all Board members.
The CASA Mid-Year conference will be held in Indian Wells, CA on January 18-21. Directors
Anderson, Ferryman, Miller and Silva plan to attend, as will Interim General Manger Jim Ruth and
Bob Ghirelli.
Information packets for the 2006 CASA Annual Workshop in Washington DC March 6-8, 2006 were
provided. Directors who plan to attend should contact Gail Garrett.
The three standing Committees will be dark in January, however Steering and Board will meet on
January 25. The Orange County Leadership Symposium will be held January 13- 15 in Lake
Arrowhead.
Congressman John Campbell was unable to attend the Steering Committee meeting. Scott Baugh
will arrange for a visit and a plant tour with the Senator in January.
Director Cavecche requested that Interim General Manager Ruth schedule two meetings with
Steering Committee members prior to the January Board.
(6) REPORT OF THE GENERAL MANAGER
Interim General Manager Ruth reported that in response to the Kimberly Clark settlement agreement,
he and Lorenzo Tyner, Director of Finance, have negotiated an agreement with Bartle Wells to
conduct a study on rate structure and analysis. The firm has performed extensive work in Orange
County and throughout the state. Their recommendations will be provided to the February Board.
Mr. Ruth submitted a written status report to the Board and informed that he will continue to provide a
monthly status report to the Steering Committee. He informed that he has received excellent
cooperation from management and staff, has met with and will be working with the management
consultants,and will provide recommendations to the Board in February.
An informational survey has been included in the Directors folders to be completed and returned to
Board Secretary, Penny Kyle.
(7) REPORT OF GENERAL COUNSEL
General Counsel Brad Hogin said the State Water Resources Control Board issued draft statewide
wastewater discharge requirements which do not contain affirmative defense language, therefore this
will be the focus for legal comments during the upcoming public comment period. California
Association of Sanitation Agencies (CASA)will also participate in the public comments phase. The
State Board may adopt the new requirements at the February 8th hearing.
Minutes of the Steering committee
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December 21, 2005
(S) DISCUSSION ITEMS (Items A-D)
A. Leaislalive Aaenda—2006 Legislative Session
Approve the 2006 Legislative Agenda and authorize staff to take action on legislation
consistent with the policy statements contained in the agenda.
MOTION: It was moved, seconded and duly carried to recommend approval to the Board of
Directors.
Dr. Ghirelll and Chair Anderson complimented Karen Baroldi on her efforts.
B. State and Federal Leaislalive Advocacy Consultant Services Contract Renewal
Authorize renewal of contracts with ENS Resources(Eric Sapirstein)and Freshman
Kest(John Freshman)at$10,000/month; Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw(Scott Baugh)at
$5,000/month;and Townsend Public Affairs (Chris Townsend)at$5,000/month for a
one-year period from January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006, and the option to
renew for an additional one-year period at the discretion of the Steering Committee.
MOTION: It was moved, seconded and duly carried to recommend approval to the Board of
Directors. Steering Committee requested that(1)Staff document and monitor lobbyists
goals/efforts; and (2)obtain monthly reports from the lobbyists on their legislative
advocacy and grant efforts and report to the Board.
Dr. Ghirelli handed out and reviewed the legislative calendar through March 2006.
MOTION: It was further moved, seconded and duly carried that the Board Chair appoint a
Legislative Committee to advise the Board on legislative matters.
C. The three Standing Committees will be dark in January.
D. The agenda items scheduled to be presented to the Board at tonight's meeting
were reviewed.
(9) OTHER BUSINESS, COMMUNICATIONS OR SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA ITEMS, IF ANY
There was no other business discussed.
(10) MATTERS WHICH A DIRECTOR WOULD LIKE STAFF TO REPORT ON AT A
SUBSEQUENT MEETING
Director Cavecche requested that Jim Herberg, Director of Operations& Maintenance, provide at the
February or March Board meeting an informational report on the level of treatment and the
operational costs associated with the treatment level.
Director Cavecche asked whether It would be appropriate to allow a vendor to present a proposal at
the OMTS regarding the biosolids project. General Counsel advised that it was not proper.
Minutes of the Steering Committee
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December 21, 2005
Dr. Ghirelli provided an update on the Inland Empire Utility Agency(IEUA)regional biosolids land
procurement. The coalition has ascertained the Chino property is unsuitable for biosolids disposal
and has halted their due diligence on the Chino property. They are researching a new 30 acre parcel
adjacent to Western Municipal Water District. General Manager Ruth concurs with District and IEUA
staff to go ahead with due diligence on the new site.
(11) MATTERS WHICH A DIRECTOR MAY WISH TO PLACE ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR
ACTION AND/OR STAFF REPORT
There were none.
(12) CONSIDERATION OF UPCOMING MEETINGS
The next Steering Committee meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 25, 2006 at 5 p.m.
The next Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 25, 2006 at 7 p.m.
(13) CLOSED SESSION
There was no dosed session.
(14) ADJOURNMENT
The Chair declared the meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
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MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE STEERING COMMITTEE
Orange County Sanitation District
Thursday, January 12, 2006, at 1:30 p.m.
A special meeting of the Steering Committee of the Orange County Sanitation District
was held on Thursday, January 12, 2006 at 1:30 p.m., in the District's Administrative
Office.
(1) The roll was called and a quorum declared present, as follows:
STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS: OTHERS PRESENT:
Directors Present: Bradley R. Hogin, General Counsel
Steve Anderson, Chair
Jim Ferryman,Vice Chair STAFF PRESENT:
Carolyn Cavecche, Chair, OMTS Committee Jim Ruth, Interim General Manager
Darryl Miller, Chairman, FAHR Committee
Tod Ridgeway, Chairman, PDC Committee
Jim Silva, County Supervisor
Directors Absent:
None
(2) APPOINTMENT OF CHAIR PRO TEM
No appointment was necessary.
(3) PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no comments by any member of the public.
(4) DISCUSSION ITEMS
None
(5) CLOSED SESSION
The Committee convened at 1:30 p.m. in Closed Session, pursuant to Section 54957, to discuss
Interim General Manager's Performance Evaluation. Minutes of the Closed Session are on file
with the Board Secretary. Confidential Minutes of the Closed Session held by the Steering
Committee have been prepared in accordance with Government Code Section 54957.2,and are
maintained by the Board Secretary in the Official Book of Confidential Minutes of Board and
Minutes of the Steering Committee
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January 12, 2006
Committee Closed Meetings. A report of the recommended actions will be publicly reported at
the time the approved actions become final.
At 3:30 p.m., the Committee reconvened in regular session.
(14) ADJOURNMENT
The Chair declared the meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.
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MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE STEERING COMMITTEE
Orange County Sanitation District
Monday, January 16, 2006, at 1:30 p.m.
A special meeting of the Steering Committee of the Orange County Sanitation District
was held on Monday,January 16, 2006 at 1:30 p.m., in the District's Administrative
Office.
(1) The roll was called and a quorum declared present,as follows:
STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS: OTHERS PRESENT:
Directors Present:
STAFF PRESENT:
Jim Ferryman,Vice Chair Jim Ruth, Interim General Manager
Carolyn Cavecche, Chair, OMTS Committee Nick Arhontes, Director of Regional Assets and
Darryl Miller, Chairman, FAHR Committee Services
Tod Ridgeway, Chairman, PDC Committee Bob Ghirelli, Director of Technical Services,
Jim Silva, County Supervisor Acting Director of Public Affairs
Jim Herberg, Director of Operations and
Directors Absent: Maintenance
Steve Anderson, Chair David Ludwin, Director of Engineering
Patrick Miles, Director of Information Technology
Lorenzo Tyner, Director of Financerrreasurer
Lisa Tomko, Director of Human Resources
(2) APPOINTMENT OF CHAIR PRO TEM
No appointment was necessary.
(3) PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no comments by any member of the public.
(4) DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Interim General Manager Jim Ruth discussed District's organizational needs, goals and
objectives. The members of the EMT described each of the 10 strategic Initiatives
under consideration and the rationale for including these initiatives as goals in the
coming budget year. The members of the steering committee provided direction to staff
on each of the initiatives. Further review and consideration of these initiatives will occur
at committee meetings over the next three months and as part of the FY 2006-07
budget deliberations by the board of directors.
Minutes of the Steering Committee
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January 16, 2006
(5) CLOSED SESSION
There was no Closed Session.
(14) ADJOURNMENT
The Chair declared the meeting adjourned at 4:45 p.m.
Submitted by:
Gail Garrett
Steering Committee Secretary
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Board of Directors
Orangee County Sanitation District
FROM: JameA uth
Interim General Manager, Orange County Sanitation District
SUBJECT: Status Report
During my first five weeks serving in the capacity of Interim General Manager, I have spent
considerable time familiarizing myself with the Orange County Sanitation District's operations,
touring facilities and capital improvement projects, attending committee meetings on vital
operational issues, and reviewing audit reports.
I have also met with the Steering Committee on January 12, 2006 to discuss District priorities,
followed by a meeting between the Steering Committee and the Executive Management team on
January 16, 2006 to discuss and seek direction on ten major strategic initiatives.
The proposed initiatives are the result of a comprehensive analysis by staff of the regulatory,
social, environmental, and economic challenges facing our District, and our attempt to be
responsive the Board direction and concerns (see attached document.)
More specific supporting information as well as options and the fiscal impact of these initiatives
will be presented to our respective Board Committees and ultimately the Board itself as we begin
the CIP Oversight Committee review and the budget process.
My overall assessment of OCSD is very favorable however, like any complex public agency,
there are several areas that need to be addressed in order to assure continued quality services,
and the maximizing of our limited resources.
I have focused on the following areas based on Input from Board members and staff.
Organizational Structure
1. Public Affairs
I have downgraded the vacant department head position to a manager level position,
assigned the Public Information Office (PIO)and Board Services functions to Human
Resources and the Legislative & Grants function to Technical Services. I plan to
reassign one of the PIO positions to the legislative program to help with grants. The
vacant supervisor position will eventually be upgraded to the Assistant General
Manager position with the Board's approval.
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January 17,2006
2. Assistant General Manager
My review of the current organizational structure supports the need for an Assistant
General Manager position. I have asked Barry Newton,who conducted your
management audit, to prepare a job description for this new position and to redo the
job description for the General Manager based on the new allocation of responsibilities.
There would be no net increase in EMT positions due to the elimination of the Director
of Public Affairs position.
3. Performance Appraisal System, Executive and Middle Management
There is a need to implement controls and a consistent approach to the Employee
Evaluation process to assure timely review, reporting and follow up. I have asked
Barry Newton to coordinate this assignment for us. The new system should be
completed within 60 days.
4. Strategic Plan
Staff has completed their extensive analysis of the District's capital and operational
needs and has identified ten strategic initiatives. These will be presented to the Board
for further direction. Some of these initiatives will be reviewed as part of the CIP
Oversight, others will be addressed during the budget process.
S. Succession Planning
I have provided the Human Resources department with extensive guidelines to develop
and implement a succession plan for the District to address pending retirements,
turnover and training needs.
6. Budget
Finance is in the process of finalizing the budget calendar and budget assumptions for
consideration at the February FAHR Committee meeting. I have discussed with the
EMT the feasibility of developing a two year budget that could save significant work
hours which could be redirected to conduct internal operational audits designed to
improve efficiency.
7. Errors& Omissions and Contract Liability Coverage
This is being address by staff in Engineering in coordination with our Legal Counsel
and Finance department. Recommendations for Board's consideration should be
forthcoming to the PDC and FAHR committees in March.
8. Labor Strategy
I have asked the EMT to submit a list of management issues that need to be
addressed in our upcoming labor negotiations. Work rules, Policies & Procedures, and
MOUs should all be thoroughly reviewed to determine what changes may be desired so
that an orderly negotiating process may be initiated.
9. Hiring Freeze
I have put in place a hiring freeze that basically requires department heads to submit a
justification to fill a vacancy based on the value that position brings to the organization.
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This requirement will help us evaluate the need to fill the vacancy, is the position
needed at all, could the position be eliminated or reallocated to meet other
organizational needs.
10. Capital Improvement Project(CIP)
Based on direction by the CIP Oversight Committee, staff is reevaluating our CIP
priorities, project costs, impact on operations and staffing, impact on rates and
analyzing how we can smooth out any projected rate increases. A report will be
presented to the CIP Oversight Committee on February 9 and subsequently to the
Board with direction from the CIP Oversight Committee.
11. Other Organizational Structural Issues
I am currently evaluating several other structural possibilities but will need more time to
refine.
a. Encineerino
75% of our annual budget is expended on the planning, design, construction,
operations and maintenance of our infrastructure. This translates into a very
technically centered organization utilizing a variety of internal and external
engineering resources and other technical staff. These technical initiatives reside
in several departments: Operations &Maintenance, Regional Assets & Services,
Information Technology, Engineering, and Technical Services, and are currently
managed under differing priorities and perspectives, and overseen only by the
General Manager.
Since most of our technical initiatives cross departmental boundaries,effective
planning and management from the top of the organization would better
guarantee their success and efficiency of execution. Setting of priorities and
alignment of goals and objectives would be better agreed upon and
accomplished, and technical resources could be better estimated and more
effectively assigned.
We need to consider this approach when deciding the required experience for the
new Assistant General Manager position should the Board ultimately approve a
new structure.
12. Legal Counsel Support
I have met with our Legal Counsel to see how we can tighten up the agenda process
and improve our coordination of Board and Committee requirements through this
transition period. Brad also agreed to make himself available on site for 3-5 hours per
week to help expedite responses to staff inquiries.
13. Information Technology(IT) Process Control Integration (PCI) Unit
I am currently evaluating the possibility of transferring the PCI Unit comprising of 13
FTE into the Operations & Maintenance (0&M)department. Further discussions on
this possible move will take place over the next 30 days.
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14. Training
I have spoken with staff about setting up a leadership academy to develop a consistent
management philosophy throughout the organization. Such an academy would identify
potential leaders with our organization, provide growth opportunities and assurance
that we are preparing our next generation of leaders as an integral part of our
succession planning.
15. Budget Control
I will continue to work with Finance and the EMT to manage our budget within the
allocations approved by the Board and to explore cost savings and efficiencies where
possible.
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January 17, 2006
Sponsor Description
Nick 1. Local Sewer Services
Arhontes Decide the agency's role in local sewer ownership, operations and maintenance
issues, adjust the business plan and funding needs accordingly. Transfer these
local assets to another owner and focus OCSD activities on the regional sewer
system.
Jim 2. Secondary Treatment Interim Operations
Herberg/ We are continuously operating secondary facilities to produce the best quality
David effluent possible, consistent with the Board's 2002 Resolution, although it is more
Ludwin than we need to meet our interim effluent limits. This initiative revisits the intent of
the Board and assures that there is an understanding as to how we are operating,
the costs, risks and benefits in doing so, and to be in agreement with what is
being done.
Bob 3. Research Evaluation and Alignment
Ghirelli Research includes a range of activities carried out by various divisions for many
reasons, including regulatory compliance, operational problem solving, design
information generation, and environmental stewardship. This initiative seeks to
identify program structure and funding and other changes that will improve the
success of these efforts while ensuring they are consistent with OCSD's priorities
and needs.
Bob 4. Odor Nuisance Policy
Ghirelli Develop an odor policy that establishes a level of service that will be implemented
through future capital investment in odor control facilities.
Bob 5. Engine Emission Compliance
Ghirelli/ Develop an engine (diesel and gas) emissions compliance strategy and an OCSD
David policy to meet AQMD requirements that will be implemented through future capital
Ludwin investment in emission control technologies.
Lorenzo 6. Business Plan
Tyner Develop a strategic planning process that establishes program objectives and
initiatives to fulfill OCSD's vision and mission over a 3 to 5 year period. The
purpose of the business plan is to document and coordinate all of the agency's
strategic objectives and short-term tactics, communicate these to all affected
stakeholders, and provide a tool to instill accountability across the organization for
meeting the strategic objectives.
OCSD FY 06/07 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
January 17, 2006
Initiatives Continued
Champion Description
Jim 7. Asset Management Program
Herberg Continue to implement a staff-driven agency-wide asset management program
to minimize the total cost of asset ownership leading to better business decision-
making across the agency.
Bob 8. Manage and Optimize a Sustainable Biosolids Program
Ghirelli Manage the increasing volume of biosolids produced from the wastewater
treatment process to ensure long-term reliability and in a cost-effective,
environmentally-sensitive and socially acceptable manner.
David 9. Plan and Manage a sustainable Capital Improvement Program
Ludwin Plan and manage the Capital Improvement Program to optimize investments in
infrastructure balancing level of service, risk, and user rates recognizing the
commitments already made to the secondary treatment and water reclamation
(GWRS) programs.
Patrick 10. Enterprise Information Technology Strategic Plan
Miles Develop and implement an Enterprise Information Technology Strategic Plan
which will support OCSD's business plan and guide the acquisition,
management, and use of information technology strategically across the agency
for a three to five year period.
STEERING COMMITTEE Meeting Date To atl.of Mr.
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AGENDA REPORT Item Number Item Number
9a
Orange County Sanitation District
FROM: David Ludwin, Director of Engineering
Originator: Jim Burror, Engineering Supervisor
SUBJECT: MOUNTAIN PARK DEVELOPMENT
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
Information Item Only.
SUMMARY
• Several Directors have inquired about the status of the Mountain Park Development and
more specifically where the sewer connection will be made to the Santa Ana River
Interceptor (SARI).
• The Mountain Park Project site lies within undeveloped and developed portions of the
City of Anaheim (Anaheim), and unincorporated Orange County. The project area is
broken up into east and west portions by the Eastern Transportation Corridor
(Route 241). The project is also adjacently south of the Riverside Freeway
(Route 91). The project area encompasses 3,000 acres. The planned number of new
residential dwelling units is 2,500 and planned occupancy begins within two years.
• The sewage flows from the development would go to the SARI. The preferred
connection of the Irvine Company to the SARI is at Gypsum Canyon Road.
• The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) is currently leading the design effort to
relocate, or protect, the existing SARI. The preferred alignment by USACE is between
the southern bank of the Santa Ana River and State Route 91. At this time, the
environmental documentation is underway and the final alignment will be selected after
that process is completed over the next six to eight months. Based on the USACE
schedule, the Mountain Park sewer is expected to be completed before the SARI Line
is relocated.
• If a connection above the gate control structure is allowed, the Orange County
Sanitation District (Sanitation District)will be requesting as part of the connection
permit the following:
• The City of Anaheim will be the owner of the newly constructed sewer.
• The Irvine Company will be required to coordinate with the SARI relocation project to
allow for the grade stabilizer project option. (See "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION")
• The City of Anaheim and the Irvine Company may be required to relocate the sewer
after the final SARI alignment is constructed.
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PROJECT/CONTRACT COST SUMMARY
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BUDGETIMPACT
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A Location Map of the proposed Mountain Park sewer and the proposed SARI Southern
Alignment will be provided at the Steering Committee Meeting.
There is a SARI Protection/Relocation Project which will protect or relocate the existing
sewer that runs underneath the Santa Ana River. The SARI was constructed in the
mid-1970s to serve the Inland Empire area, primarily as a means to export salty water out
of the upper watershed. Accelerated erosion over sections of sewer under the river has
caused SAWPA and the Sanitation District to initiate relocations and/or protection of the
sewer. This project was started in 1999 and continues.
ALTERNATIVES
The Irvine Company has presented several alternatives in a sewer study that has been
given to the Sanitation District. These alternatives vary greatly in construction costs and
include:
• A direct gravity connection to SARI near Gypsum Canyon Road
• Gravity sewer west down Santa Ana Canyon Road and connect downstream of the
SARI Control Gate Structure
Within these options, routes may vary and will also depend on the final alignment of the
SARI line.
CEQA FINDINGS
The City of Anaheim released a Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Mountain Park
Specific Plan Amendment in March 2005.
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STEERING COMMITTEE Meeting Date To ad.of Dir.
1-25-06
AGENDA REPORT Item Number Item Number
8(b)
Orange County Sanitation District
FROM: James D. Ruth, Interim General Manager
Originator: Robert P. Ghirelli, Director of Technical Services
SUBJECT: Establishment of a Legislative Affairs Committee
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
For discussion by the committee and provide direction to staff.
SUMMARY
The members of the Steering Committee have expressed a desire to create a legislative affairs
committee. The attached memorandum suggests several options for establishing the
committee. The Steering Committee may wish to consider one of these options or suggest
another alternative for establishing a legislative affairs committee.
PRIOR COMMITTEE/BOARD ACTIONS
PROJECT/CONTRACT COST SUMMARY
BUDGETIMPACT
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❑ This item has not been budgeted.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ALTERNATIVES
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ATTACHMENTS
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January 9, 2006).
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January 9, 2006
MEMORANDUM
TO: Steve Anderson
Chairman of the Board of Directors
FROM: James D. Ruth
Interim General Manager
SUBJECT: Establishment of a Legislative Committee
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide information on formalizing
OCSD's legislative advocacy efforts, if desired, through the establishment of a
special committee of the board of directors. Creating a Legislative Affairs
Committee through an official OCSD Board action would trigger actions
necessary to comply with the "Brown Act".
Option 1: Formalizing a Legislative Committee
If it is your desire to proceed with formalizing the present Legislative Ad Hoc
Committee into a Special Committee, the following logistical issues need be
addressed:
Committee Membership
The number and members of the Legislative Committee would be determined
and appointed by the Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Freguencv of Meetings
The recommended frequency for the Legislative Committee to meet would be on
a monthly basis during the legislative session. Meetings could also occur more
frequently, if necessary, during the legislative session. The Legislative
Committee could be dark during December and August or at other times when
the legislature is out of session.
Date and Time
The Legislative Committee could continue to meet at the same time as the
current Legislative Ad Hoc Committee meeting time of 8 a.m. on a Tuesday of
each month to be determined by the committee members. Another option is for
the meeting to take place on the fourth Wednesday of the month to coincide with
the Steering Committee Meeting. The Legislative Committee could also meet on
any other Tuesday Wednesday or Thursday at 8 a.m., 12 p.m., or 5 p.m. The
meetings would typically run 30 to 60 minutes.
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Location
The meeting could be held in the GM's conference room or one of the other
OCSD conference rooms to accommodate a larger group that may periodically
attend the meetings and to allow the public greater access to the meetings. In the
past, some participants in the legislative advocacy meetings have called in on a
teleconference phone line. Continuing this practice could be problematic because
each call-in location would have to be publicly noticed and accommodate any
member of the public who wished to sit in on the call from that location. It is
therefore recommended that all committee members be physically in attendance
during the Legislative Committee meetings.
Structure
The Legislative Affairs Committee would consist of the appointed members of the
Board of Directors. The legislative advocacy consultants, several executive
management team members and key staff involved in the in OCSD's legislative
advocacy efforts and grant program would attend the meetings to provide
information, answer questions, and support the work of the Committee. It is
recommended that no more than three members of the Steering Committee
participate on the Legislative Committee because greater than fifty percent
participation would cause a quorum and both Committees would have to be
jointly noticed.
An official meeting agenda and minutes would be established since the
Legislative Affairs Committee would be a special committee of the Board. The
agenda would be mailed out to committee members one week prior to the
meeting, following the same format and procedures as other OCSD committee
meetings. Meeting minutes would be distributed to all board members as part of
their monthly meeting agenda packets.
Option 2: Maintaining the Existing Legislative Ad Hoc Committee Structure
Rather than convene a new special committee, the Chairman could maintain the
current Legislative Ad Hoc Committee meeting structure. Maintaining the
informal OCSD Legislative Ad Hoc Committee, but limiting its participation to no
more than three Steering Committee members (four members would constitute a
quorum of the Steering Committee), may not trigger having to perform duties to
comply with the "Brown Act":
California Government Code Section 54950-54963 (commonly referred to as the
"Brown Act") has codified numerous requirements for meetings of a governing or
legislative body. Section 54952 makes it clear that OCSD's Board and standing
committees are subject to the Brown Act requirements.
Section 54952 (b) states that "advisory committees, composed solely of the
members of the legislative body which are less than a quorum of the legislative
body are not legislative bodies, except that standing committees of a legislative
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body, irrespective of their composition, which have continuing subject matter
jurisdiction, or meeting schedule fixed by charter, ordinance, resolution, or
formal action of a legislative body are legislative bodies for the purpose of this
chapter." [Emphasis added]
Analysis of this section of the Brown Act's applicability to the existing Legislative
Ad Hoc Committee structure hinges on whether"continuing subject matter
jurisdiction" exists. The subject matter discussed by the existing Legislative Ad
Hoc Committee has been very dynamic over the past three years, widely ranging
from strategy discussions on changing regional water quality control board
boundaries to the discussion of biosolids management issues. As such, the
subject matter jurisdiction has been varied. Staff anticipates that the subject
matter jurisdiction of the Legislative Ad Hoc Committee will continue to be varied.
Typically, the four Board members that are involved in Legislative Ad Hoc
Committee meetings do not "take action" but participate in the discussions
among OCSD staff members and consultants on numerous legislative, regulatory
and grant issues. Formalizing these meetings may have a chilling effect on the
grant and legislative strategy discussion since it is not likely that these
discussions could be held in closed session of a standing committee.
If it is determined that the continuing subject matter jurisdiction exists within the
scope of the Legislative Ad Hoc Committee meetings then compliance with the
Brown Act is required.
Option 3: Staff Reports to the Steering Committee
Another option for structuring legislative meetings is to allow staff to conduct
periodic meetings with the legislative advocacy consultants without any
continuous involvement in those meetings from Board members. The Board
would be kept apprised of legislative affairs through a standing item on the
Steering Committee Agenda. Staff would draft a report on what was discussed at
the legislative meetings and the Steering Committee could make
recommendations and provide direction on legislative matters at that time.
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Orange County Sanitation District
FROM: James D. Ruth, Interim General Manager
Originator: Gail Garrett, Committee Secretary
SUBJECT: February Agenda Items for Consideration by Working Committees
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
Review with staff the agenda items tentatively scheduled for review by the Working
Committees in February 2006
SUMMARY
Staff routinely prepares for the Steering Committee a list of items scheduled for
presentation to the Working Committees and the Board at their next monthly meetings.
This allows the Steering Committee the opportunity to review these items early enough
to make reassignments in the review or approval process.
The following items are scheduled to be considered by the Committees in February:
OMTS Committee: 1. Dioxin Report
2. SCCWRP Annual Report
3. Report on Impact of SWRCB's Proposed SSO Reduction
Program for Sewers
4. Consider Award of Services Contract for CCTV Tape Review
5. Consider Fleet Management Software System
6. Consider Cationic Polymer Contract
PDC Committee: 1. Ratify Change Order No. 11 for Job No. J-77, Effluent Pump
Station Annex
2. Ratify Change Order No. 18 for Job No. 1-2-4, Bushard Trunk
Sewer Rehabilitation
3. Ratify Change Order No. 25 for Job No. P1-37, Primary
Clarifiers 16-31 and Related Facilities
4. Ratify Change Order No. 6 for Contract No. 7-36, 7-39, and 7-
41, Gisler-Redhill Trunk Improvements
5. Approve PSA for Job No. P1-97, 66kV Substation at Plant No.
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6. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Sole Source Agreement for Job
No. J-106, Interplant Gasoline Rehabilitation
7. Approve Amendment No. 2 to PSA for Job No. P2-74,
Rehabilitation of the Activated Sludge Plant at Plant No. 2
8. Approve Amendment No. 5 to PSA for Contract No. 5-49,
Replacement of Bitter Point Pump Station
9. Approve Budget Increase for Contract No. 5-62, Realignment
and Rehabilitation of the Big Canyon Off-Site Trunk Sewer
10. Authorize GM to Enter into a Sole Source Agreement with
SCE for Job No. 1-2-4, Bushard Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation
11. Approve Time Extensions for Four Existing Contracts for Job
No. J-73, Cooperative Projects Grants Program
12. Report on Contract No. 7-47, College Avenue Pump Station
Rehabilitation Project
13. Report on Design-Build Procurement Process
FAHR Committee: 1. Report on Treatment Costs and User Fees Benchmarks
2. Report on Review District Rate Model
3. Review Contract Insurance Indemnification Levels
4. Consider Approval of Budget Assumptions
5. Consider Approval of Selection of Internal Auditors
6. Consider Approval of 2"d Quarter Financial Report (including
Treasurer's Report Remarks)
PROJECT/CONTRACT COST SUMMARY
N/A
BUDGETIMPACT
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❑ This item has been budgeted, but there are insufficient funds.
❑ This item has not been budgeted.
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Orange County Sanitation District
FROM: James D. Ruth, Interim General Manager
Originator: Gail Garrett, Committee Secretary
SUBJECT: Agenda Items for Consideration by the Board
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
Review with staff the agenda items tentatively scheduled for consideration by the Board
at its January 25, 2006 meeting.
SUMMARY
Staff routinely prepares for the Steering Committee lists of items scheduled for
presentation to the Working Committees and the Board at their next monthly meetings.
This allows the Steering Committee the opportunity to review these items early enough
to make reassignments in the review or approval process.
The following items are scheduled to be considered by the Board at the January 25,
2006 meeting:
CONSENT CALENDAR
9. Consideration of motion to approve all agenda items appearing on the Consent
Calendar not specifically removed from same, as follows:
a. Adopt Resolution No. OCSD05-01, Appointing a Secretary Pro Tem to the
Board of Directors, and Repealing Resolution No. OCSD04-01.
b. (1) Receive and file summons and complaint re William Cooper vs.
Orange County Sanitation District, at al., Orange County Superior Court
Case No. 05CC12927, in connection with Rehabilitation of 14t" Street
Pump Station, Contract No. 5-51; and,
(2) Authorize General Counsel to appear and defend the interests of the
District.
C. Authorize an additional amount of$7,420.60 to be reimbursed to the City
of Newport Beach for a total amount not to exceed $87,420.60 regarding
Realignment of Coast Highway Trunk Sewer, Contract No. 5-13-1.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
10. Consideration of items deleted from Consent Calendar, if any.
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
11. STEERING COMMITTEE
Consent Calendar
a. Order draft Steering Committee Minutes for the meeting held on
December 21, 2005, and the special meetings held on January 12 and 16,
2006, to be filed.
Non-Consent Calendar
b. Consideration of items deleted from Steering Committee Consent
Calendar, if any.
12. CIP OVERSIGHT AD HOC COMMITTEE
Consent Calendar
a. Order draft CIP Oversight Ad Hoc Committee Minutes for the meeting held
on December 15, 2005, to be filed.
13. OPERATIONS, MAINTENANCE AND TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
O( MTS)
OMTS Consent Calendar
a. Order draft Operations, Maintenance and Technical Services Committee
Minutes for the meeting held on December 7, 2005 to be filed.
14. FINANCE. ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
(FAHR)
FAHR Consent Calendar
a. Order draft Finance, Administration and Human Resources Committee
Minutes for the meeting held on December 14, 2005 to be filed.
15. GWR SYSTEM STEERING COMMITTEE (GWRSSC)
GWRSSC Consent Calendar
a. Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with
Faubel Public Affairs, providing for Probolsky Research, as a
subconsultant to Faubel Public Affairs, to conduct a 2006 opinion research
survey for the Groundwater Replenishment System in the amount of
$69,000 (OCSD's portion $34,500), increasing the total amount not to
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exceed $361,560 to be cost shared equally (OCSD's portion $180,780)
with the Orange County Water District.
GWRSSC Non-Consent Calendar
b. Consideration of items deleted from GWRSSC Consent Calendar, if any.
NON-CONSENT CALENDAR
PROJECT/CONTRACT COST SUMMARY
N/A
BUDGETIMPACT
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❑ This item has been budgeted, but there are insufficient funds.
❑ This item has not been budgeted.
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ALTERNATIVES
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CEQA FINDINGS
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ORANGE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT
(714) 962-2411
www.ocsd.com
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 8127
Fountain Valley, California
92728-8127
Street Address:
10844 Ellis Avenue
Fountain Valley, California
92708-7018