Wednesday, September 28, 2011

ISD Board Meeting October 4, 2011

FOR THE REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
IRONHOUSE SANITARY DISTRICT

DATE: Tuesday, October 4, 2011

TIME: 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting

PLACE: Ironhouse Sanitary District Office
450 Walnut Meadows Drive
Oakley, CA 94561


1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call

3. Approval of Agenda

4. Approval of the Minutes of the September 6, 2011 Regular Meeting

5. Public Comments. At this time, the public may address the Board on subjects not on the agenda. Comments may not exceed three (3) minutes in length. While State Law prohibits Board action or discussion on any item not on the agenda, members of the Board may briefly respond to statements or questions from members of the public, provide a reference to staff or other resources for factual information, request staff to report back to the Board at a subsequent meeting, or take action to direct staff to place a matter on a future agenda. Members of the public are asked to submit a speaker card for public comment in advance of the Chair calling for public comments.

6. Consent Calendar - Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be adopted in on e single motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless requested by a Director or member of the public prior to the Board vote on the motion to adopt.

Staff Report – Michael Welty - Utonomy


6A. Approval of Payment Order, Income/Expense Statement & Bank Balances.

7. BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD (Tab - BUSINESS)

7A. PRESENTATION ON DELTA SCIENCE CENTER BY RONI GEHLKI AND CONSIDERATION OF PAYMENT TO THE DELTA SCIENCE CENTER FOR PROJECT PARTNER FEE FOR ADMINISTRATION COSTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,000.

7B. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTING THE IRONHOUSE SANITARY DISTRICT ACTUARIAL STUDY OF RETIREE HEALTH LIABILITIES AS OF JULY 1, 2010 PREPARED BY TOTAL COMPENSATION SYSTEMS, INC.

7C. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 11-08, 11-09, 11-10 and 11-11 – RESOLUTIONS FIXING THE EMPLOYER’S CONTRIBUTION UNDER THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ MEDICAL AND HOSPITAL CARE ACT.
(Res. 11-08, Res 11-09, 11-10, and Res. 11-11)

7D. CONSIDERATION OF CONTRACT AMENDMENTS FOR JSP AUTOMATION FOR INSTRUMENTATION/CONTROL WORK ASSOCIATED WITH THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT EXPANSION IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000; BURKS TOMA ARCHITECTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,500 AND MOFFAT NICHOLS IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,000.

7E. CONSIDERATION OF CONTRACT AMENDMENT FOR BHI MANAGEMENT CONSULTING (BRENT IVES) FOR ASSISTING IN THE COMPLETION OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,000.

8. Staff Reports (Tab – REPORTS)

9. Board Member Advisory Reports

A. Delta Science Center (Painter, Huerta)
B. Collection Facilities (Contreras, Huerta)
C. Finance (Lauritzen, Hardcastle)
D. LAFCO (Hardcastle, Contreras)
E. Special District Local Chapter (Hardcastle, Painter)
F. City Liaison (Hardcastle, Huerta)
G. East County Water Mgmt Governing Board (Hardcastle, Huerta)
H. Public Outreach (Huerta, Contreras)
I. JI Management Plan (Hardcastle, Painter)

J. BIMID / BI MAC (Lauritzen Painter)


10. Closed Session –

Closed Session pursuant to Government code Section 54957:
Public Employee Performance Evaluation (General Manager)

11. Actions Resulting From Discussions In Closed Session

12. Adjournment




Posted: Susan V. Walde Date: September 28, 2011

Thursday, September 15, 2011

ISD Board Meeting Minutes August 9, 2011

MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL WORKSHOP MEETING
OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
IRONHOUSE SANITARY DISTRICT

August 9, 2011

The Ironhouse Sanitary District (ISD) Board of Directors met in Special Session to hold a Strategic Planning Workshop on Tuesday, May 24, 2011.

The place of meeting was the Ironhouse Sanitary District Office at 450 Walnut Meadows Drive, Oakley, California. The meeting was called to order by President Painter at 4:10 p.m.

1. Call to Order
Roll Call:
Members present: David Contreras, Doug Hardcastle, David Huerta, Chris Lauritzen, and Michael Painter

Members absent: none

Staff/Consultants present: Tom Williams, General Manager
Susan Walde, District Secretary
Brent Ives, BHI Management Consulting

Interested parties present: None

2. Public Comment – There were no comments from the public in attendance.

3. BHI MANAGEMENT CONSULTING – STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHOP

Mr. Tom Williams welcomed the Board to the Strategic Planning Workshop meeting, introducing and turning the meeting over to Brent Ives, BHI Management. Mr. Ives proceeded to conduct a workshop on ISD’s proposed strategic planning. The Board discussed a Five year Strategic Plan with a focus on Mission and Vision statements. Staff and consultant will later come back to the board with a review draft of the Strategic Plan, including the updates resulting from the workshop.

4. Adjournment

President Painter adjourned the Workshop meeting at 7:30 p.m. to Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ironhouse Sanitary District offices at 450 Walnut Meadows Drive, Oakley, California.

APPROVED ____________________________
President

________________________District Secretary

ISD Board Meeting Minutes August 2, 2011

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
IRONHOUSE SANITARY DISTRICT

August 2, 2011

The Ironhouse Sanitary District (ISD) Board of Directors met in regular session on Tuesday, July 5 2011.

The place of meeting was the Ironhouse Sanitary District office at 450 Walnut Meadows Drive, Oakley, California.

1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by President Michael Painter at 7:02 p.m.

2. Roll Call
Directors present: David Contreras, Doug Hardcastle, David Huerta, Chris Lauritzen, and Michael Painter

Directors absent: none

Staff/Consultants present: Tom Williams, General Manager
Dave Dal Porto, Reclamation, Levee and Ranch Superintendent
Jenny Skrel, District Engineer
Susan Walde, District Secretary
Marc Haefke, Operations Superintendent
Joe Mueller, Environmental/Process Compliance Manager
Michael Welty, Utonomy, Inc.
Bob Henn, District Counsel

Interested Parties: Milka McGormley

3. Introduction of New Employee – Trent Wentworth
President Painter welcomed Trent Wentworth to Ironhouse Sanitary District. Trent was hired as an Operator for the new plant. Mr. Wentworth introduced his family to the Board and staff. He came from the City of Lodi, previously worked at Discovery Bay and lives locally. He is very excited to be working at the new plant with the new technology.
Presentation of 10 Year Service Award – Michael McGormley
President Painter Presented Mr. McGormley with his 10 year service award and thanked him for his hard work and dedication to the District. The Board congratulated him on his recent promotion.

4. Approval of the Agenda
M/S D. Contreras, D. Huerta and the Board voted to approve the agenda.

5. Approval of the Minutes of the June 7, 2011 Regular Meeting
Approval of the Minutes of the July 5, 2011 Regular Meeting
M/S D. Contreras, D. Hardcastle and the Board voted to approve the minutes of the June 7, 2011 regular meeting and the July 5, 2011 regular meeting of the Board.

6. Public Comments – Communications from the public on subjects not on the agenda.
There were no comments from the public at this time.
7. Consent Calendar
Staff Report – Michael Welty – Mr. Welty reported the auditors will be here the second week in September for 4 days to complete the audit. Beverly Dagneau will be returning from medical leave on the 7th of August. Elayna has filled in and has done a very fine job. Tom Williams acknowledged Elayna’s hard work and fine efforts in Beverly’s absence.

A. Approval of Payment Order, Income/Expense Statement & Bank Balances.
B. Acceptance of Offer of Dedication from Pulte Homes for Tract Number 8731-Magnolia Park/Near Freedom High School (Res. 11-05)
C. Approval of Posting & Publishing of Notice of Public Hearing August 2, 2011 for Report for Sewer Use Charges for Fiscal Year 2011/2012 (B.O. 11-37)
M/S C. Lauritzen, D. Huerta and the Board approved the consent calendar.

8. BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD

8A. PUBLIC HEARING – FOR THE ANNUAL SEWER USE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012. (Ordinance No. 46 / Order No. 11-38)

Mr. Williams reported to the Board that Elayna Whyte has worked hard to update the tax roll. Ms. Whyte gave statistics of 14,224.02 equivalent service units (ESU) on the tax roll for a tax roll of $8,420,620 ($592/ESU) for F/Y 2011/12. This is an increase of 137.25 units over last year. She also reported that in July of 2011, 14 new units have pulled permits to connect to ISD.
President Painter opened the public hearing at 7:13 p.m. President Painter asked for any comments from the parties in attendance.
There being no public comments written or oral, President Painter closed the public hearing at 7:14 p.m.

Staff proposed the Board adopt the Ordinance and Order and approve the annual sewer use report for fiscal year 2011/2012. M/S D. Huerta, D. Hardcastle and the Board voted to adopt Ordinance No. 46 and Order No. 11-38 and approve the annual sewer use report for fiscal year 2011/2012. Staff was directed to submit said tax roll to County Auditor per ISD Ordinance No. 25 and Health and Safety Code Sections 5473 and 5473.11. (Ord. 46 and B.O. 11-38)

8B. WINDPOWER PROPOSAL UPDATE
Mr. Williams gave an update from Foundation Windpower. He reported he received an email from Richard Koniecka with a new proposal for ISD. Mr. Williams stated the 1 MW GE vs. the 1.6 MWGE would be 75 less in height, able to use all production on site, enable not metering (run the meter backwards) opportunities, and provide similar costs savings on ISD’s power purchases.
Mr. Williams reported a representative from PG&E stated the solar program may reinstate in 2013 and the District is also considering options for solar energy. He stated we have additional options for completion and possibly multiple bidders should we continue to pursue the wind power option.
Discussion was held on options available to ISD, and Mr. Williams reminded the Board that before we make any decisions, the District should better understand its power demand curve needed to operate the new facility. Staff suggested six months should give a realistic figure for energy needs. Staff will bring this item back to the Board when we get more information on the realistic power needs of the new plant.

8C. REVIEW OF STATUS OF PARTICIPATION IN THE “QUALITY GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT IN OAKLEY MEETING” BEING HELD AUGUST 4, 2011.
Mr. Williams stated to the Board that he is reviewing the City Resolution and consideration to adopt a temporary fee reduction for a development fee incentive program. There will be a meeting on August 4, 2011 between all agencies and developers; this will be the second meeting, the first being held in late May. The City of Oakley temporarily reduced fees to developers by 50%. In comparison our fee reduction adopted in May 2011 is a permanent fee reduction and reduced overall fees by more than 22%. ISD has not adjusted the Connection fee yet and is working with Bartle Wells for an analysis to bring to the Board. Mr. Williams stated we are in a very competitive environment. We will have $3 million a year in debt service for the new facility beginning in October 2012 and, we need to investigate how best to partner with new development for the overall benefit of all ISD ratepayers. The next two years we need a total of 350 new units added to the tax roll to maintain our projections. It is very important to partner with development in the Oakley Bethel Island area. Mr. Williams offered to the Board a sample incentive scenario for both plant capacity and trunkline capacity fees. The benefit would be in adding new connections to help stabilize annual sewer service charges for the ratepayer. Mr. Williams would like to further review possible legal restrictions with our State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan and 60 day notice obligations with legal counsel. Mr. Henn stated he would review the loan and restrictions relating to our obligations. Staff is looking for feedback from the Board for the meeting on August 4. Mr. Williams gave the Board a brief review of connection fee breakdown for businesses.
Discussion was held regarding options of an incentive plan. Director Hardcastle asked Mr. Williams to review w/ Bartle Wells and legal counsel to see if we can implement an incentive program. Director Lauritzen stated we need 150 connections this year, which is 10-14 each month. If the Board adopts an incentive program, we will need to reach out to septic system users and express the benefit of connecting to the ISD sewer system during this incentive time, and the benefit to all rate payers. Mr. Williams asked legal to review the wait period of 60 days for fee reduction. Mr. Williams’ example presented to the Board, looked at a two year temporary time period or a maximum of 350 ESU’s for the incentive, whichever comes first. Director Huerta feels very strongly about the current ratepayer possibly carrying the full burden of annual debt service vs. new connections paying its share. He feels strongly we must do what we can to help the current customer in bearing only its share of the load.
Director Contreras stated the ISD ratepayer can benefit from an incentive program. Mr. Williams stated the City is looking for agencies to consider a 50% reduction. He emphasized we adopted a permanent 22% reduction in May, and the example incentive program gets ISD into the 45% reduction range on two of its new connection fees. In addition, ISD still needs to look into the third component of the fee, the connection fee, to see if a permanent reduction is warranted as well. Staff was encouraged to continue investigating a further rate reduction, permitting loan restrictions, loan obligations and time constraints to the 60 day waiting period. Staff will bring back to the Board a new connection incentive program. Staff will also provide the Board with residential unit comparison and a comparison of commercial users.

8D. RECONSIDER DATE FOR GRAND OPENING OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT AND ESTABLISH AN ADHOC COMMITTEE FOR GRAND OPENING.
Mr. Williams stated to the Board that he has had concerns from staff on the October 15 scheduled date for the Grand Opening as the date for completion is scheduled for October 12th. Staff would like the Board to consider a later date for the Grand Opening. Mr. Williams stated he is very comfortable with this date but would like to give staff the opportunity to speak to the Board regarding their concerns.
Ms. Skrel speaking on behalf of Marc Haefke and Joe Mueller feels we need more time to overcome the final clean-up in time for the event. Staff will work hard but Ms. Skrel feels it wouldn’t be as ready as operating staff would like it. She stated how proud she is of the plant and would like it presented in a complete polished, condition.
Mr. Mueller stated he and the operating staff has been working hard, going from fire to fire and feels they may not have the time to fully clean things up. The UV just got here today. He would like staff to have 4-6 more months to get things in tip top shape. Also, the contractor staging area will still be here as well as the dirt pile from the excavations.
Director Contreras stated that it is expected to have startup issues. Mr. Mueller stated he met with the contractor and they should be complete, on time, by the grand opening date. He noted that the lab will not be up and running by that date. Director Hardcastle recommends the 6 month delay that the professional people are recommending. Director Contreras feels the October 15, 2011 date is doable. Director Huerta feels as a professional he’s okay with the plant still being in progress a bit, as it gives people a chance to see some of the construction aspects of the project. Director Lauritzen asked if we delay we get into unpredictable weather. Also, we have already noticed some dignitaries with a “save the date” invitation. Mr. Williams stated we will have a loss of momentum, we are constantly stating we are on-time and under budget.
M/S D. Huerta, D. Contreras and the Board voted 4-1 to have the Grand Opening as scheduled on October 15, 2011, and establish an adhoc committee for the Grand Opening event. Opposed: D. Hardcastle.

9. Staff Reports

Marc Haefke – Mr. Haefke reported to the Board on the status of the plant, reporting on the extra time staff is putting in, and the process they are going through. He reported on the bio-solids removal of the North pond. On July 7th, staff and the contractor stopped flow to the old plant and staff has begun decommissioning the old facility by first removing the aerators. The odors at the old plant are completely gone. Staff is selling the aerators for; large $1,000, and small $500 for an estimated total of $16,000. Staff is also taking out the equipment no longer needed for the old facility and preparing to sell for scrap all we can. Ms. Skrel, Mr. Smith and Mr. Sterud have been working on the plan to fully decommission the old plant. He reported they are waiting for UV to be started. Once the UV starts up and is working the plant will be able to send to the river once all tests are completed. This next week the contractor is scheduled to complete the pipeline over the levee on Jersey Island. September 12 is the anticipated date to go to the river. The SCADA system is still being programmed as we bring new process on-line.
Director Contreras complimented staff on the seeding of the plant as we received no complaints and it went very smooth. The seeding was a big project and a job well done.

Dave Dal Porto – Mr. Dal Porto reported they had two big days last week on receiving dirt with 30 trucks running today. Mr. Williams reported ISD has completed the billing for services rendered to RD830. We are invoicing RD830 for equipment use, and labor costs through the end of the year. This will bring us current.
Mr. Dal Porto reported sales figures on cattle have been better than it ever has been. The market is up for everyone. Four years ago, cattle were selling for $800 a head, now going for $1,175. Mr. Dal Porto reported on the vandalism happening on Jersey Island. We have had two major incidents, including some diesel stolen by boat. Also, the new gates at headquarters were vandalized. He has been working closely with the sheriff’s department, but the department is having 150 calls a weekend and not able to keep up with the problem that is wide spread through the County. Staff is working to better add security to the island. Mr. Williams directed Mr. Dal Porto to have him review the proposal directly and make recommendations.

Jenny Skrel – Ms. Skrel reported on the status of the caretaker trailer. She is currently working with PG&E and working on getting a contract to complete the job.

Bob Henn – Mr. Henn reported staff has been working on the closing for Lot 1 of Jersey Island. Staff has been clearing up the titles for gas and mineral rights and leases. Mr. Henn also reported he has been helping staff with reformatting the Board agenda to more clearly meet Brown Act requirements.

Susan Walde – Mrs. Walde reported that the Board is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. for a Strategic Plan workshop.

Tom Williams - Mr. Williams reported to the Board that Sue has been doing a great job of keeping up with the extra Board meetings.

10. Board Member Advisory Reports
Director Chris Lauritzen – Director Lauritzen reported on Restore the Delta, a non-profit group following the Delta plan. Director Lauritzen submitted a written report with additional attachments. He mentioned an article in today’s paper regarding boring a tunnel under the Western Delta islands. Because of where our island is, we need to stay on top of all these issues. He would like the board to be aware of the importance of the Delta issues and, when they can, attend the meetings of Restore the Delta.

Director Doug Hardcastle– Vice President Hardcastle reported that he attended the City Council meeting. He also reported on the Special District’s meeting attended; where a member of the group California Forward explained how they are proposing alternative tax revenues like taxing services to collect more funds.

At 9:45 p.m. President Painter called for a brief recess


At 9:53 p.m. The Board entered into closed Session

11. Closed Session –

Closed Session pursuant to Government code Section 54957:
Public Employee Performance Evaluation (General Manager)

12. Actions Resulting From Discussions In Closed Session
1. M/S D. Hardcastle, D. Huerta and the Board unanimously voted to form an adhoc committee of the Board president Painter and Director Lauritzen to work with the General Manager on updating Total Compensation Salary Survey for the District.
2. M/S D. Contreras, M. Painter and the Board unanimously voted to extend the contract of the General Manager, 3 years, until March 15, 2014.

13. Adjournment

President Painter adjourned the regular meeting at 11:30 p.m. until Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. for the next regular meeting in the Ironhouse Sanitary District offices at 450 Walnut Meadows Drive, Oakley, California.


APPROVED__________________________ ________________________________
President Secretary

ISD Board Meeting Minutes July 26, 2011

MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
IRONHOUSE SANITARY DISTRICT

July 26, 2011

The Ironhouse Sanitary District (ISD) Board of Directors met in special session on Tuesday, July 26, 2011.

The place of meeting was the Ironhouse Sanitary District Office at 450 Walnut Meadows Drive, Oakley, California. The meeting was called to order by President Michael Painter at 5:30 p.m.

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call was taken:
Members present: David Contreras, Doug Hardcastle, David Huerta, Chris Lauritzen, and Michael Painter

Members absent: None

Staff/Consultants present: Tom Williams, General Manager
Susan Walde, District Secretary
Jenny Skrel, District Engineer
David Dal Porto, Ranch and Levee Superintendent
Fred Etzel, General Council

Interested Parties: None

3. Approval of Agenda
M/S D. Huerta, C. Lauritzen and the Board voted to approve the Agenda.

4. Public Comments – There were no communication from the public in attendance.

5. BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD
5A. AUTHORIZE GENERAL MANAGER TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH FINTA ENTERPRISES INC. FOR AIR DRY, LOAD, TRANSPORT AND REUSE/DISPOSAL OF TREATMENT POND AND EFFLUENT STORAGE POND BIO-SOLIDS (SLUDGE) ON A TIME AND MATERIAL BASIS FOR A COST NOT TO EXCEED $2,000,000.
Ms. Skrel reported to the Board that ISD staff has budgeted $3.8 million to abandon the existing Wastewater Treatment Plant. Abandonment includes removal of Bio-solids (sludge) from the treatment ponds and north and south effluent storage ponds. The cost for bio-solids removal was estimated at $3.6 million with $200,000 estimated for filling in the treatment ponds. The proposed contract does not include the cost to fill the existing treatment cells. Staff received two proposals for the Air Dry Load, Transport, and Reuse/Disposal of Treatment Pond and Effluent Storage Pond Bio-Solids from Finta Enterprises, Inc. and Synagro. Ms. Skrel reviewed these proposals with the Board. Staff recommended the Board award the project to Finta Enterprises, Inc. for a cost not to exceed $2,000,000 authorizing the General Manager to sign the agreement.
M/S D. Contreras, C. Lauritzen and the Board voted to award the contract for Air Dry, Load, Transport and Reuse/Disposal of Treatment Ponds and Effluent Storage Pond Bio-Solids to Finta Enterprises, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000. and authorize the General Manger to approve the contract. ( B.O. 11- 39)

5B. CONSIDERATION OF ISD WWTP GRAND OPENING BUDGET AND LEVEL OF EXPENDITURES.
Members D. Huerta and D. Contreras reported that the Public Outreach committee has met and have been working with Mr. Williams regarding a date to meet with partners regarding funding for the grand opening. The committee provided a hand written invitation to dignitaries in Washington D.C. during a local 4-H program. The 4-H members met Congressman Garamendi and were given a tour by the congressman’s staff. The newsletter will be going out in August and will have highlights on employee/staff profile and an update on the application for the CASA Technological Innovation and Achievement award.
The committee expects to have 300-350 people at the grand opening event and are very excited about the planning so far.
Suggestions were made to ask for the use of the electronic sign at City Hall, as well as the portable electronic trailer to advertise the event. Discussion was held on a possible time capsule, use of volunteers; boy scouts, high school clubs, etc.
The Public Outreach Committee will work with these suggestions as the planning of the Grand Opening goes forward.

5C. APPROVAL OF REORGANIZATION OF ISD ORG. CHART IN PREPARATION OF SUCCESSION PLANNING AS RELATED TO JERSEY ISLAND; AND ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY RANGE AND RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION OF LEVEE OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR TO RANCH, LEVEE AND RECLAMATION SUPERVISOR.
Mr. Williams presented the Board with two organizational charts; the existing old chart and the proposed revised chart. The reorganization of the Org. chart for Jersey Island relates to succession planning for the Ranch, Levee and Reclamation Superintendent position. The essence of the proposed change is to reclassify the Levee Operations Supervisor position previously held by Kirk Kirkman, (retiring in med August) into Ranch, Levee and Reclamation Supervisor, to be filled in-house with Mike McGormley, currently Lead Ranch Operator. This change is necessary to provide the District, and the employee, with the opportunity to prepare well in advance to compete for the replacement of Ranch, and Levee, and Reclamation Superintendent upon the retirement of the current Superintendent.
Mr. Dal Porto explained to the Board the duties of the new position. Mr. McGormley will 80 percent of the time be doing the job he is currently holding, and will take over the computer work, and will be training on the sales of cattle, dealing with vendors and working on Reclamation work and Subventions work. Mr. McGormley holds a B/S in Archeology, has 10 years experience, and maintains an excellent work ethic.
M/S D. Huerta, C. Lauritzen and the Board voted unanimously to approve the reorganization of the ISD Organizational Chart, approve the adjustment to the salary range, and reclassify the position of Levee Operations Superivsor to Ranch, Levee, and Reclamation Supervisor, and authorize the General Manager to begin the process to backfill for the promotion of Mr. McGormley, by hiring a new employee for the position of Ranch Operator. (B.O. 11-40).
Staff Reports –
Mr. Fred Etzel reported to the Board that he has been working on the purchase of Lot 1 on Jersey Island and hopes to have the transaction complete by the 12th of August. He also reported he has been following the updates to the Delta Plan.

Mr. Tom Williams reported to the Board on follow-up with the meetings between ISD Board President and Mayor of Oakley regarding lagging housing development, ISD fees, and what opportunities exist to help development over the next two years. He also reported he sent a letter to The Oakley City Manager asking for a response letter listing the City’s expectations of the District and asked the response to be expedited for the August 2, 2011 ISD Board meeting.
Mr. Williams also reported he is reviewing the Bartel Wells updated fee study and is considering possible opportunities for further reductions (incentives) in fees for new connections. Staff will have an agenda item for consideration by the Board on the Aug 2nd agenda.

6. Adjournment

President Painter adjourned the special meeting of the Board at 7:05 p.m. to the Regular Meeting on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ironhouse Sanitary District offices at 450 Walnut Meadows Drive, Oakley, California.



APPROVED__________________________ ________________________________
President Secretary