February 26,
2003
7:30 p.m.
The Board of Directors of the San Benito County Water District convened in
Regular Session. Directors Bob Swanson, John Tobias, James DeLaCruz and
Douglas Keck were present together with District Manager/Engineer John S.
Gregg, District Counsel David Pipal and Administrative Services Officer Janet
L. Miller.
a.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Vice President Tobias called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
b.
Approval of Agenda
Upon motion duly made, seconded and unanimously carried the Agenda was approved
as submitted.
c.
Public Input: Members of the Public are Invited
to Speak on any Matter not on the Agenda
Vice President Tobias opened and closed the Public Input section of the Meeting
hearing no comment from the Public.
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Approval of Minutes for:
January 29, 2003 – Regular Meeting
February 19, 2003 – Special Meeting
Allowance of
Claims
Resolution
Amending Resolution No. 2002-17, as amended, a Resolution Establishing Zone 103
and Undertaking a Project Therein (Harmony Hills)
Upon motion duly made, seconded and unanimously carried, the Consent Agenda was
approved as presented, adopting Resolution No. 2003-06.
REGULAR AGENDA:
4.
Presentation of Landowner Petition for Extension of San Felipe Distribution
System (“Blue Valve Service”) to Buena Vista and Wright Road Areas of Hollister
– Gonzales
Gary Gonzales stated the landowners that signed the Petition are interested in
obtaining San Felipe Water in that area and would like the Expansion Committee
to reconsider their prior denial. The request was sent back to Committee.
5.
Consider Resolution Regarding a Water Recycling Facilities Planning Grant from
the State Water Resources Control Board ($350,000)
Administrative Services Officer Miller stated the District received Resolutions
and a Letter of support from the County of San Benito, District
Manager/Engineer Gregg stated this Resolution declared the Board’s intent to
pursue the grant from State Water Resources Control Board. He stated the
cost sharing issue would be resolved prior to the Grant acceptance. He
stated the District is one of six projects statewide in the running for the Prop
50 Grant. He stated the final contract would be signed in May.
Upon a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously carried Resolution No.
2003-07 was adopted and authorization was given to the District Manager to
pursue the Grant upon review and acceptance by the Board.
6.
Authorize District Manager to Execute Agreement with San Juan Oaks for District
Preparation of Water Supply Assessment
District Manager/Engineer Gregg reported San Juan Oaks requested the District
to prepare a Water Supply Assessment for a proposed development. District
Manager/Engineer Gregg reported that the assessment would cost between $10,000
and $15,000 and take between 60 and 90 days involving Gus Yates and
staff. He stated the assessment would be presented to the Board prior to
submittal to the land developers.
Upon a motion duly made, seconded and unanimously passed authorization was
given to the District Manager to execute the agreement.
7.
Report on 2003-2004 San Felipe Water Supply
District Manager/Engineer Gregg reported that last year we saw 2 increases in
the allocation and this year we anticipate meeting 100% of our customers’
requests.
8.
Report on Hollister Area Water Treatment Plants
District Manager/Engineer Gregg reported Sunnyslope County Water District has
suspended its pursuit of the Lessalt II Treatment Plant due to the possible
impacts on the groundwater supply.
9.
Report on Hollister Wastewater Treatment Plants
District Manager/Engineer Gregg reported the City of Hollister requested
comments on their Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration on the
Wastewater Treatment Plants. District Manager/Engineer Gregg reported
that the report was well done and factual. He stated they are planning to
have a working session on February 27th to work on the treatment and disposal
options. Director Swanson requested someone from Castroville to talk to
the Board about using treated water for agriculture.
10.
Committee Reports:
Water Rates and
Charges Committee (Swanson/Tobias) – the rates and charges for Harmony Hills
are currently on hold until some issues are worked out.
Groundwater
Committee (Perry/DeLaCruz) – discussed the Searle Road well which is in good
shape physically. Next step is to appraise the well and water rights.
11.
District Manager/Engineer’s Report:
Water Resources
Association Activities - currently giving out rebates for energy and water
saving washing machines, distributing free low flow toilets, forming a citizens advisory group, pursuing a change to the Fiscal
Year and financial handlings.
San Benito River
System – Hernandez Reservoir is at approximately 1800 acre feet, won’t be
releasing any water this year. Paicines Reservoir is at approximately
1100 acre feet. Will discuss next meeting the Thomas Road residents water
needs.
San Juan
Infrastructure – met with ad hoc committee to review status of infrastructure
and applications for additional grant funds. There will be a pre-meeting
with committee and a meeting with the City of San Juan Bautista regarding the
Master Agreement.
Rural
Water/Wastewater Systems – continuing work with the ad hoc committee regarding
Rancho Larios, which will be
brought back to the full Board.
District
Investment Policy – copies have been distributed to the Investment Committee
regarding an annual review. After the committee meeting if there are any
statutory changes, they will be brought to the full Board in March.
Economic Disclosure
Statements – a reminder that the Directors’ Form 700, Statement of Economic
Interests are due.
SBCWD Basin-Wide
Water Quality Monitoring Program (AB303 Grant) – quarterly report was sent in
today. There are 86 water systems in the county and only 12 active.
There will be a public workshop on March 6th at the WRA Meeting.
Agricultural
Discharge Waivers – the District has begun discussion with the Regional
Conservation District on Agricultural Discharge Waivers, which are a part of
the Clean Water Act.
The vote of the
Board was as follows, unless otherwise stated:
AYES:
DIRECTORS: Keck, Tobias, DeLaCruz, Swanson
NOES:
DIRECTORS: None
ABSENT:
DIRECTORS: Perry
The Board adjourned to a Regular Meeting to be held on March 26, 2003 at 7:30
p.m., 30 Mansfield Road, Hollister, California.
Minutes were
approved at the March 26, 2003 Regular Board Meeting by the presiding Board
Member:
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Kenneth Perry
President of the
Board
ATTEST:
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Janet L. Miller
Administrative Services Officer