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Minutes for the
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
5:00 PM
Headquarters - Board Room
18480 Bandilier Circle
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 593-7433
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Administration Committee of the Orange County Sanitation District
was called to order by Committee Chairwoman Christine Marick on Wednesday, June 10,
2026 at 5:01 p.m. in the Orange County Sanitation District Headquarters. Board Vice Chair
Jon Dumitru led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF QUORUM:
Assistant Clerk of the Board Tania Moore declared a quorum present as follows:
PRESENT:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
ABSENT:None
STAFF PRESENT: Rob Thompson, General Manager; Lorenzo Tyner, Assistant General
Manager; Jennifer Cabral, Director of Communications; Mike Dorman, Director of
Engineering; Laura Maravilla, Director of Human Resources; Wally Ritchie, Director of
Finance; Lan Wiborg, Director of Environmental Services; Tania Moore, Assistant Clerk of the
Board; Mo Abiodun; Jackie Castro; Sam Choi; Daisy Covarrubias; Thys DeVries; Al Garcia;
David Haug; Mark Kawamoto; Rebecca Long; Tom Meregillano; Rob Michaels; Aldwin
Ramirez; Don Stokes; Thomas Vu; Kevin Work; and Ruth Zintzun were present in the Board
Room.
OTHERS PRESENT: Scott Smith, General Counsel was present in the Board Room. Eric
Sapirstein, ENS Resources was present virtually.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
None.
REPORTS:
Chair Marick announced that OC San Administrative Offices will be closed on Friday, July 3,
2026 in observance of Independence Day.
General Manager Rob Thompson did not provide a report.
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CONSENT CALENDAR:
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2026-4733
Originator: Kelly Lore
MOVED, SECONDED, AND DULY CARRIED TO:
Approve minutes of the Regular meeting of the Administration Committee held May 13,
2026.
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
2. GANN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 2026-4754
Originator: Wally Ritchie
Adopt Resolution No. OC SAN 26-XX, titled: “A Resolution of the Board of Directors of
the Orange County Sanitation District Establishing the Annual Appropriations Limit for
Fiscal Year 2026-27 for the Orange County Sanitation District in Accordance with the
Provisions of Division 9 of Title 1 of the California Government Code”.
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
3. FY 2026-27 USE CHARGES FOR SANTA ANA WATERSHED
PROJECT AUTHORITY
2026-4759
Originator: Wally Ritchie
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Adopt Resolution No. OC SAN 26-XX, titled: “A Resolution of the Board of Directors of
the Orange County Sanitation District Establishing Use Charges for the 2026-27 Fiscal
Year Pursuant to the Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Agreement with the Santa
Ana Watershed Project Authority (“SAWPA”)”.
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
4. SOLARWINDS SOFTWARE LICENSE AND SUPPORT AGREEMENT
RENEWAL
2026-4902
Originator: Wally Ritchie
A. Approve a Purchase Order Contract to Insight Public Sector Inc. for the
purchase of the Solarwinds Software License and Support Agreement Renewal
for a three (3) year term using the Omnia Partners (COOB COUNTY) IT
Products and Services (23-6692-03), for a total amount not to exceed
$211,465.60 plus applicable sales tax; and
B. Approve a contingency in the amount of $21,147 (10%).
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
5. SERVICENOW SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT RENEWAL 2026-4924
Originator: Wally Ritchie
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A. Approve a Purchase Order for a one-year contract with Carahsoft for a software
license agreement with ServiceNow, utilizing the NASPO ValuePoint
Cooperative Purchasing Contract 7-17-70-40-05 for a total amount not to
exceed $594,536; and
B. Approve a contingency of $59,454 (10%).
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
6. INLAND EMPIRE COMPOSTING AUTHORITY (IERCA) AGREEMENT 2026-4920
Originator: Lan Wiborg
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
7. PUBLIC AFFAIRS UPDATE FOR THE MONTH OF MAY 2026 2026-4950
Originator: Jennifer Cabral
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Directors to:
Receive and file the Public Affairs Update for the month of May 2026.
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
NON-CONSENT:
Director Chad Wanke left the room at 5:11 p.m.
8. LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS UPDATE FOR THE MONTH OF MAY 2026 2026-4940
Originator: Jennifer Cabral
Receive and file the Legislative Affairs Update for the month of May 2026.
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya Doby
(Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:Chad Wanke
ABSTENTIONS:None
Director Wanke returned to the room at 5:16 p.m.
9. BIOSOLIDS DEEP WELL INJECTION COMMUNICATIONS
CONSULTANT, SPECIFICATION NO. CS-2026-716BD
2026-4921
Originator: Jennifer Cabral
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A. Approve a Professional Consultant Services Agreement to S. Groner
Associates, Inc. (SGA) as a strategic communications consultant for the
Biosolids Deep Well Injection Project, Specification No. CS-2026-716BD for a
total amount not to exceed $903,421 for a three (3) year Agreement with two (2)
one-year renewal options; and
B. Approve a contingency of $90,342 (10%).
C. Approve an optional one time add on of $61,436 for the STEM-Integrated
Schools Outreach Program.
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
10. REMOVALS TO THE PRE-APPROVED ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT
MANUFACTURER (OEM) SOLE SOURCE LIST
2026-4958
Originator: Wally Ritchie
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Approve the following removals to the pre-approved OEM Sole Source List:
·Aanderaa Data Instruments - Current meters
·Additel Corporation - Digital Pressure Test Gauges for Bay Bridge Pump Station
·Alhambra Foundry - Manhole Frames & Covers
·Altronic - CenGen Engine Ignition Subsystem Components
·Ameron - Manhole Toppers
·AM-Liner - Sewer Lining
·Arc Wireless - Paging Services
·Ashbrook (Bellmer/Winkler) - Sludge belt filter presses
·Basler - Electrical protective relays and regulators
·BR Frost Company - Jaw Clutch Assemblies
·CECO Fybroc - Pumps and Parts
·Chemineer/NOV - Mixers
·Chevrolet - Trunk Engine Replacements
·Chevron - Chevron 5200 HDAX Low Ash 40 Lubricating Oil
·Cla-Val - Reclaim Plant water backup for plant water system
·Cleaver-Brooks - Burner elements
·CSI/Emerson - MSP vibrations
·Dr. Kristy Forsgren - Fish Liver Histopathology Analysis and Reporting
·Eaton - Self-Cleaning Strainers
·Eaton - Variable frequency drives for process pumps
·Electrabond - coating of belt filter press rollers
·Enfotech - Pre-Treatment Software
·Essco - Submersible Pumps
·Evident Scientific, Inc. - Olympus IPLEX GX Videoscope and related accessories
·First American Real Estate - Online geographic realquest report
·Ford Hall Company, Inc. - Weir Wolf/Algae Sweep Automation Cleaning Equipment
Parts and Service
·Gates Fiberglass Installers - On-site/Field Fiberglass tank and ducting repairs
·GE Inspection
·Golden Bell - Insect Control
·Gooch Thermal Systems, Inc. - Spiral Heat Exchangers
·Graham Corporation - Liquid Ring Pumps
·Groth Corporation - Flame Arrestors and Parts
·Guidance Software, Inc. - e-Discovery software
·Howden Roots/Turblex - Aeration blowers service
·Hydro Gate - Weir Gates & Parts
·Innovyze, Inc. - Hydraulic Monitoring and CCTV Data
·Integrated Turbo Machinery - Maintenance, repairs and service of steam turbine
multi-stage rotor
·Interscan/Gas Detection - 2 Point H2S Monitoring Systems
·Iopredict Inc. - Test validation for Lead Instrumentation, Instrumentation Techs 1 &
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·ITT Standard - Heat exchangers
·LECO - GC Time of Flight mass spectrometer
·M.K. Plastics Corporation - Flex connectors for foul air fans
·Marlow - Process Pumps
·McCrometer - MW510 Flowmeters
·Met-Pro Technologies dba HEE/DUALL - Trickling Filter Fans
·Midway Manufacturing & Machine - Custom brackets & fittings for vehicles/electric
carts and portable equipment
·Milton Roy - Pumps and Equipment
·Mobius Institute - Mobius iLearnReliability Enterprise Training Product
·Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) - Ocean Mooring Support
·Motorola, Inc. - Radios
·Moyno - Process Pumps
·Moyno - Pumps, Parts and Grinders
·Newport Dunes Resort and Marina - Marina Lease for Ocean Monitoring Program
(OMP) Vessel
·Nixon-Egli Equipment Co. - Modifications and Custom Equipment Installation on
Welder Service Truck
·Noria - Lube Awareness Training
·Nuttal Gear - Gear Drive Assembly and Related Parts/Equipment
·Oceco - Flame Arrestors on Digesters
·Orange County Muffler - Bumper Mounted Tire Recovery System
·Orange County Sheriff’s Department - Law Enforcement & Security Services
·Parkson - Washer Compactor
·Perkin Elmer - ICP Mass Spectrometer
·Philadelphia Mixing Solutions LLC - Parts for rebuild and repairs of gearbox for
Aeration Basins
·PlanetBids, Inc. - Online vendor and bid management
·Prominent Fluid Controls/PFC - Process metering pumps and drive assemblies
·Pulsafeeder - Ferric injection pumps
·Pulsafeeder - Pulsafeeder Engineered products and replacement parts for chemical
pump station
·Rand McNally - Thomas Bros Maps
·RBMWare - Software and 2310 vibration analyzers
·RBR - Electronic Water Quality Sensors
·Retrofit Services Company - HVAC Controls System Maintenance
·Rincon Truck Center - Diagnostics and Repairs of Diesel Engine Trucks
·Robicon - Variable frequency drives for pumps
·Rodney Hunt, Inc. - Diversion Gates and Actuators
·Saft America - UPS Batteries
·Sancon 100 Epoxy/Urethane - Coating System
·SANS - Vouchers for Cyber Security Training
·Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories - Equipment, materials, and services for
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electrical power system protective relays and load-shedding systems.
·SDT Ultrasound Solutions - SDT Ultrasound instruments, hardware and software
·Siemens Building Management System - Maintenance tech training for HVAC and
instrumentation departments
·Skalar - BOD Robotics
·Snap-On - Smog Machine Repair Service
·Sonetics - Wireless Headsets and System
·Southern California Coastal Water Research Project (SCCWRP) - Bight ’18
Biological Impacts Assessment
·Sparling Instruments - Process flowmeters
·SPX Flow/Lightnin - Gear Box repair parts, equipment and service
·Sulzer (Formerly ABS) - Pumps and Parts
·Thermo Electron - ICP Atomic Emission Spectrometer and GC Mass Spectrometer
·Tireshark - Traffic spikes
·Titus - Composite Manhole Covers
·Toshiba - HVK Circuit Breakers
·Trident - Actuate Parts and Repairs
·Trimble Water - Trimble Unity Software Licensing and Support
·Turvac - Alignment Certification Training
·Vapex Environmental Technologies - Sentinel Scrubber Monitor/Controller Products
·Vaughan - Pump Maintenance and Parts
·Verderflex
·Vision Internet Solutions - Internet Website
·Waterman Gates - Waterman engineered products, parts & equipment
·Waters Corporation - Liquid chromatograph mass spectrometer
·WSG & Solutions, Inc. - Grit Classifier Repair Parts
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
11. FY 2026-27 PROPERTY-LIABILITY INSURANCE RENEWALS 2026-4755
Originator: Wally Ritchie
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Approve the Orange County Sanitation District FY 2026-27 Property-Liability Insurance
Renewals included in the FY 2026-27 and FY 2027-28 Budget for the not-to-exceed
amounts specified below:
Property and Boiler & Machinery - Not to Exceed $2,870,413
Excess General Liability Insurance - Not to Exceed $1,485,347
Excess Workers’ Compensation Insurance - Not to Exceed $ 518,000
Earthquake Insurance - Not to Exceed $ 166,381
Cyber Liability $ 159,829
TOTAL $5,199,970
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
12. INVEST AND/OR REINVEST ORANGE COUNTY SANITATION
DISTRICT’S FUNDS AND ADOPT INVESTMENT POLICY
STATEMENT
2026-4757
Originator: Wally Ritchie
Recommend to the Board of Directors to:
Adopt Resolution No. OC SAN 26-XX entitled: “A Resolution of the Board of Directors
of the Orange County Sanitation District, Authorizing the Orange County Sanitation
District’s Treasurer to Invest and/or Reinvest the Orange County Sanitation District’s
Funds, Adopting the Orange County Sanitation District’s Investment Policy Statement
and Performance Benchmarks, and Repealing Resolution No. OC SAN 25-20”.
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
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13. PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 AND FISCAL YEAR 2027-28
BUDGET
2026-4758
Originator: Wally Ritchie
FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28
Net Operating $ 279,712,720 $ 291,268,126
Self-Insurance - Workers’ Comp.$ 1,568,000 $ 1,697,500
Self-Insurance - Property & Gen. Liability $ 4,991,970 $ 5,460,167
Net Capital Improvement Program $ 291,475,441 $ 313,540,607
Capital Equipment $ 19,445,729 $ 14,322,073
Debt/COP Service $ 60,972,861 $ 65,127,111
Reduction of Long-Term Liabilities $ 15,000,000 $ 15,000,000
Total $ 673,166,721 $ 706,415,584
AYES:Debbie Baker, Ted Bui, Jon Dumitru, Ryan Gallagher, Melinda Liu,
Christine Marick, Jose Medrano, Andrew Nguyen, David Shawver,
Jamie Valencia, Chad Wanke, Erik Weigand, Jordan Wu and Tanya
Doby (Alternate)
NOES:None
ABSENT:None
ABSTENTIONS:None
INFORMATION ITEMS:
None.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS:
None.
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CLOSED SESSION:
None.
OTHER BUSINESS AND COMMUNICATIONS OR SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA ITEMS, IF
ANY:
None.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS INITIATED ITEMS FOR A FUTURE MEETING:
None.
ADJOURNMENT:
Chair Marick declared the meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m. to the next Regular Administration
Committee meeting to be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Submitted by:
_____________________
Tania Moore, CMC
Assistant Clerk of the Board
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