June 5, 2008

9:00 AM

Committee Members present: Judi Lehman, Kristi Markey and David Pendergrass

Staff members present: Beverly Chaney, Rick Dickhaut, Darby Fuerst, Cynthia Schmidlin and Henrietta Stern

Call to Order

The meeting was called to order at 9:05 AM in the District Conference Room.

Oral Communications--Anyone wishing to address the committee on a matter not listed on the agenda may do so during oral communications. Public comment on any other matter listed on the agenda is appropriate at the time the item is being discussed by the committee.

No public comment was received.

Items on Board Agenda for June 16, 2008

1. Authorize Expenditure of Budgeted Funds to Contract for Limited-Term Positions

Cynthia Schmidlin, Human Resources Analyst, reported on this item that answered questions from the committee. After discussion, the committee voted 2-0 to recommend the Board approve expenditure of budgeted funds to contract for limited-term positions. Director Markey was not present for the vote.

2. Consider Expenditure of Budgeted Funds to Amend Contract with Golden State Planning and Environmental Consulting to Assist with Water Distribution System Permit Program

Henrietta Stern, Project Manager, reported on this item and answered questions from the committee. Director Markey asked for a listing of pending permits. After some discussion, the committee voted 3-0 to recommend that the Board approve expenditure of budgeted funds to amend contract with Golden State Planning and Environmental Consulting.

3. Consider Expenditure of Budgeted Funds to Amend Contract with Pueblo Water Resources to Provide Hydrogeologic Review for Water Distribution System Permits

Henrietta Stern reported on this item and answered questions from the committee. After discussion, the committee voted 3-0 to recommend that the Board approve expenditure of budgeted funds to amend contract with Pueblo Water Resources.

4. Consider Approval of Additional Costs for Sleepy Hollow Steelhead Rearing Facility Electrical System Upgrades

Beverly Chaney, Associate Fisheries Biologist, reported on this item and answered questions from the committee. After discussion, the committee voted 2-0 to recommend that the Board approve additional costs for Sleepy Hollow Steelhead Rearing Facility electrical system upgrades. Director Markey was not present for the vote.

5. Consider Expenditure of Budgeted Funds to Renew a Two-Year Legal Services Agreement with DeLay and Laredo

Rick Dickhaut, Chief Financial Officer/Administrative Services Manager, reported on this item and answered questions from the committee. Director Pendergrass asked if it would be less expensive for the District to hire its own in-house counsel. Darby Fuerst, General Manager, responded that in addition to the services provided by General Counsel, Dave Laredo, the District also receives support from two other attorneys and office staff in that firm. After discussion, the committee voted 3-0 to recommend that the Board approve expenditure of budgeted funds to renew a two-year legal services agreement with DeLay & Laredo.

6. Consider Adoption of Resolution 2008-11 to Authorize Transfer between Funds

Rick Dickhaut reported on this item. The committee voted 3-0 to recommend the Board adopt Resolution 2008-11.

7. Consider Adoption Resolution 2008-10 Establishing Article XIII(B) Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2008-09

Rick Dickhaut reported on this item and answered questions from the committee. The committee voted 3-0 to recommend that the Board adopt Resolution 2008-10.

8. Receive and File Third Quarter Financial Activity Report for Fiscal Year 2007-08

Rick Dickhaut reported on this item and answered questions from the committee. After discussion, the committee voted 3-0 to recommend that the Board receive and file the third quarter financial activity report for 2007-08.

9. Consider Approval of Treasurer's Report for April 2008

Rick Dickhaut reported on this item. The committee voted 3-0 to recommend the Board adopt the April 2008 Treasurer’s Report.

Other Business

Review Draft June 16, 2008 Board Meeting Agenda

No changes were made to the agenda.

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 AM. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 16, 2008.

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