November 24, 2008

8:30 AM

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

Committee Members absent: Alvin Edwards

Staff members present: Andy Bell, Rick Dickhaut, Darby Fuerst, Joe Oliver, Stephanie Pintar and Sara Reyes

Call to Order

The meeting was called to order at 8:31 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 December 8, 2008

1. Consider Approval of Scope of Work and Expenditure of Funds for Phase 2 Studies Related to MPWMD 95-10 Desalination Project

Andy Bell, District Engineer, gave an oral overview of this item. Mr. Bell reported that since the October Board meeting, staff has worked diligently with the consultants, ICF Jones & Stokes Associates and Camp Dresser & McKee Inc., in order for the consultants to gather information so that a scope of work, consultant costs, and schedule could be developed for conducting Phase 2 studies for the MPWMD 95-10 Desalination Project. Mr Bell and Joe Oliver, Interim Water Resources Manager/Senior Hydrogeologist, answered questions from the committee. After discussion, the committee recommended this item be discussed by the full Board at its December 8, 2008 meeting and that staff review the scope of work and determine if any of the proposed tasks could be conducted by staff in order to reduce consultant costs to the District. The committee voted 3 to 0 to recommend this item be presented and discussed by the full Board at its December 8 meeting and that it be further discussed at the January 29, 2009 meeting.

2. Consider Expenditure of Budgeted Funds to Purchase Water Conservation Publications and Informational Handouts

Stephanie Pintar, Water Demand Manager, reported that staff has identified a need to purchase educational materials that can be provided to the public at the District and CAW offices and at community outreach events. Staff reported that the cost to purchase conservation materials would not exceed $10,000 and is reimbursable from CAW. The committee voted 3 to 0 to recommend the Board authorize expenditure of budgeted funds for water conservation educational materials.

3. Consider Adoption of Treasurer's Report for July 2008

Rick Dickhaut, Chief Financial Officer/Administrative Services Manager, reviewed the Treasurer’s Report for July 2008. The committee voted 3 to 0 to recommend the Board adopt the July 2008 Treasurer’s Report.

Oral Reports

4. Review Pending Contracts for Watermaster Assistance in 2009

Joe Oliver gave an oral report on the status of three pending contracts for Watermaster assistance in 2009. The committee commented on the importance of the District supporting the Watermaster efforts whenever possible.

Other Business

5. Set January 2009 Committee Meeting Date

The committee suggested the January meeting be conducted on Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at 8:00 AM.

6. Review Draft Agenda for December 8, 2008 Regular Board Meeting

The committee reviewed the agenda and made no changes.

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 9:24 AM.

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