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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-07-18 Min - Board JULY 18, 1977 The regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Truckee-Donner Public Utility District was called to order by the Chairman at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room of the District Office. ROLL CALL: Huber, absent at roll call but arrived at approximately 7:45 p.m. ; Maass, present; Kuttel , present; Sutton, present. EMPLOYEES PRESENT: Seymour and Pomponio CONSULTANTS PRESENT: Grumer and Cook (arrived at approximately 7:50 p.m. ) OTHERS PRESENT: See attached list of audience attendance MINUTES Mr. Maass moved for the adoption of the June 20 minutes with the addition of Mrs. Sutton's July 15th summary of the Manager's report and corrections sub- mitted on July 3. Seconded by Mr. Kuttel . ROLL CALL: Huber, absent; Maass, aye; Kuttel , aye; Sutton, aye; SO ORDERED. Mr. Maass moved for the adoption of the June 27 minutes with the corrections submitted. Seconded by Mr. Kuttel . ROLL CALL: Huber, absent; Maass, aye; Kuttel , aye; Sutton, aye; SO ORDERED. BILLS FOR BOARD APPROVAL AND STATEMENT OF GENERAL FUND The Statement of General Fund was received by the Board. There were no bills for approval and no action was taken. MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENT This matter was placed over to the next regular meeting for any questions r- or discussion. COMMITTEE REPORTS The Chair reported that the By-Laws Committee has been meeting but is not yet ready to submit the proposed by-laws. It was reported that the proposed by-laws might possibly be submitted for discussion at the August 1 meeting. The Chair reported that the Water Committee met on August 14 with Dart representatives. It was agreed that this meeting would be discussed upon Mr. Cook's arrival at the meeting. It was reported that the Electric Committee had met on July 18 and discussed with a representative from R. W. Beck the electric rules and regulations and the rate study prepared by R. W. Beck. Mr. Maass reported that the Budget Committee will be meeting on July 21. The meeting was adjourned to Executive Session at 7:15 p.m. to discuss possible legal action against a delinquent customer. The meeting was recon- vened to regular session at 7:29 p.m. Mr. Maass moved that the Board direct the attorney to file an action against Tom Joerger regarding the delinquent bill on Monday, August 1, 1977, and that the Board direct the Manager to send Mr. Joerger a letter to that effect. Seconded by Mr. Kuttel . ROLL CALL: Huber, absent; Maass, aye; Kuttel , aye; Sutton, aye; SO ORDERED. SPECIAL GUEST: LEN JANIS OF R. W. BECK - DISCUSSION RE ELECTRIC LINE EXTENSION POLICY Mr. Len Janis from R. W. Beck appeared before the Board and discussed with the Board the electric line extension policy on which he is currently working. He reported that he will proceed with designing the proposed rules and regula- tions for the Board's review including a proposed line extension policy. Mrs. Huber arrived at the meeting during this discussion at 7:45 p.m. July 18, 1977 Minutes . . . . July 18, 1977 Page Two MANAGER'S REPORT STATUS OF SPPCo. 1975 RATE CASE SETTLEMENT (DOCKET ER76-87) The Manager reviewed the history of the 1975 Rate Case, and indicated that its settlement has been held up by Mt. Wheeler's objections, but that the F.P.C. has ruled on the matter directing Sierra Pacific to determine the amount of the refund within thirty days of July 5, and to make the refund within thirty days after that, or by about September 5. The Manager indicated that the refund amount will be verified by the District's rate experts at R. W. Beck. STATUS REPORT RE ANSWER TO NEVADA COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT INQUIRY RE CUMULATIVE IMPACT ON SERVICES The Manager indicated the draft reply to the County inquiry has not yet been completed. REPORT RE USE OF WATER FROM HYDRANT ON HIGHWAY 267 The Manager reported that the District is selling water to the Ponderosa Golf Coursethrough a hydrant which is metered, and that the Golf Course is paying their bill , and they have been directed to cut their consumption and to use the water at off-peak times. REPORT RE PROBLEM RE WATER FACILITIES FEES IN SIERRA MEADOWS UNIT 1 The Manager reviewed the problem of the requirement that a $250 facility fee be collected at the time of connection of individual lots to the system, and which the District has never collected. Mr. Seymour indicated that he needs direction from the Board regarding this problem. The Engineer and Counsel were directed to review this matter with the Manager and report back to the Board. PROSSER LAKEVIEW ESTATES SUBDIVISION - NEW OWNERS The Manager reported that Prosser Lakeview Estates Subdivision, Units 2, 3, 4, and 5, has been sold to Mountain Retreat Company of Orinda. Mr. Grumer was requested to look into the current agreement regarding Prosser Lakeview Estates to determine if it will apply to the new owners of the lots previously owned by Dart Resorts. AUTHORIZATION RE USE OF PRIVATE PLANE ON DISTRICT BUSINESS The Manager reported that he has discussed this matter with the District's Insurance Agent, Mr. Stice, and that the requirement would be an endorsement of the District' s liability insurance, and that if the aircraft-owner had liability insurance of his own in an adequate amount for the District's purpose, he could cover the District, and that would be satisfactory. Mr. Seymour indicated that he will report more on this at a future meeting. MISCELLANEOUS MANAGER'S REPORT Following discussion regarding a request made by Mr. Fred Trader to obtain electric service from Sierra Pacific Power Company even though he is within T-D PUD boundaries, Mr. Maass moved that even though I disagree at the present time with the $350 connection fee, that the policy that somebody living within the District's boundaries must connect to our system remain in force. Seconded by Mrs. Huber. Mr. Maass withdrew his motion and reworded it: Mr. Maass moved that we deny a waiver. Seconded by Mrs. Huber. ROLL CALL: Huber, aye; Maass, aye; Kuttel , no; Sutton, aye; SO ORDERED. Mr. Maass asked that the record show "that I am in disagreement with the $350 fee at this point. " REVIEW, RECOMMENDATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION RE RODEO COMMITTEE BILLING FOR 1976 ELECTRIC HOOK-UP AT ARENA The Manager briefly reviewed the background of the Rodeo Committee billing in the amount of $2,153.44. The Manager recommended that the Board July 18, 1977 Page Two Minutes . . . . July 18, 1977 Page Three Manager's Report . . . continued waive the additional money and charge the Committee the original $300 fee quoted them. Mr. Maass moved that the Board waive the additional amount above $300. Seconded by Mr. Kuttel . ROLL CALL: Huber, abstain ("because I am a member of the Horseman's AssociationMaass, aye; Kuttel , aye; Sutton, aye; SO ORDERED. INFORMATION, DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR FACILITIES FEE WAIVER FOR FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM - ALPINE RIVERSIDE HOTEL This item was tabled until the interested parties arrived at the meeting. STAFF UPDATE RE PROPOSED AGREEMENT WITH JOHN QUINTANA FOR EAST RIVER STREET WATER LINE EXTENSION Mr. Cook reported that the two items needed have not as yet been obtained (see minutes of June 27, 1977) although Southern Pacific has indicated an encroachment permit is now being prepared. STAFF RECOMMENDATION RE CORRECTION OF WATER SYSTEM PROBLEMS NOTED IN 1977 STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH INSPECTION REPORT - POSSIBLE ACTION The Manager reported that he would be working on this matter in the near future. STAFF RECOMMENDATION RE OBTAINING SPECIAL COUNSEL RE TAHOE DONNER MATTERS AND INDEPENDENT ENGINEERING EVALUATION OF TAHOE DONNER WATER SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION - POSSIBLE ACTION The Manager reported that if the Board is going to go to independent legal and engineering counsel on Tahoe Donner matters, the Board should first select ,..► the attorney and have the attorney choose the engineering firm he wishes to work with or vice versa. Following discussion, Mr. Maass moved that the Board instruct the Manager the attorneys including Mr. McDonough, and the engineer to come back to the Board with possible attorneys and report to the Board at a meeting on August 8, 1977. Seconded by Mrs. Huber. ROLL CALL: All aye; So ordered. It was reported that the firm representing the District under the Royal Globe policy in the Richmond case has changed. Mr. Georgeson, the attorney representing the District, has changed firms and is now associated with Wait, Shamburger, Georgeson & McQuaid. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION FIXING ELECTRIC AND WATER STANDBY CHARGES IN PLACER COUNTY FOR 1977-78 FISCAL YEAR Mr. Grumer reported that this item was not appropriate as Ordinance 7501, "Fixing a Charge Re Standby", limits the collection of standby charges to the boundaries of the District. CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED AGREEMENT WITH SLATER ELECTRIC RE SUPPLEMENTAL WORK RELATED TO FEEDER F PROJECT Mr. Maass read a letter dated July 12, 1977, from Slater Electric related to supplemental work related to the Feeder F project. A copy of that letter ^' is attached to these minutes. Mr. Maass moved that the Board accept the terms of the July 12, 1977, letter from Slater Electric that the Board will furnish all material and dig all holes for the loop and they will furnish the labor. Seconded by Mrs. Huber. Mrs. Sutton asked that the minutes show "that the approximate length of the loop between Feeder A and Feeder F across the Truckee River is 1200 feet. " ROLL CALL: All aye; So ordered. STATUS REPORT AND LEGAL OPINION RE BOARD VACANCY; POSSIBLE CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION RELATED TO VACANCY The deadline for submitting applications for the Board vacancy was July 7. There were no applications received at that time. Mr. Grumer recommended that of the four alternatives set forth in his letter of July 18, 1977, attached July 18, 1977 Page Three Minutes . . . . July 18, 1977 Page Four Board Vacancy . . . continued hereto, that the Board call for an election to fill the Board vacancy on November 8, 1977. The Chair tabled this item until August 1, 1977. REPORT RE FHA GRANT/LOAN PREAPPLICATION MEETING; CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION AND POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES; POSSIBLE ACTION RE FINANCING WATER SYSTEM PROJECTS The Manager reported that on August 8, 1977, Mrs. Sutton, a representative from Cook Associates and himself met with John Wilson from FHA regarding the possibility of obtaining a FHA loan and/or grant money for certain water projects within the District in the amount of approximately $238,000. Mr. Wilson indicated at that meeting that the District could qualify for a loan with 5% interest for a period of not to exceed 40 years, but that the District would probably not be eligible for any grant money. A list of certain requirements was received at that meeting. Mr. Seymour reported that he had contact Peggy McElligott, bond counsel referred by FHA. Ms. McElligott in turn provided the Manager with a check list of information necessary to begin the project and some indicated by the Board to proceed. Mrs. Huber moved that we get the proper people together to fill out the questionnaire and have the information we will need to move on an Ordinance by the 29th of July. Seconded by Mr. Maass. ROLL CALL: Huber, aye; Maass, aye; Kuttel , aye; Sutton, no; SO ORDERED. Mrs. Sutton asked that the record show her no vote "is because there is no information regarding the amount of money per water user the loan will take. There is no information or recommendation from the standpoint of the term of the loan, the length of time of the loan. " MISCELLANEOUS UNFINISHED BUSINESS Mrs . Sutton asked that the minutes show "that the District is in receipt of a letter from the County Treasurer and Tax Collector dated July 14, 1977, regarding the WRSAD and the credit to the various property owners involved in that assessment district from line extension which was the PT&T building, I think. I would like that letter from Marcella Carson attached to the minutes of the meeting." The Manager reported that letters had been written to Governor Brown, County of Nevada and the City of Grass Valley regarding EDA funds. He indicated that on July 19, a Board of Supervisors meeting will be held in Truckee and would be discussing EDA funds that Nevada County expects to receive. INFORMATION, DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR FACILITIES FEE WAIVER FOR FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM - ALPINE RIVERSIDE HOTEL The Board discussed Mr. Grumer's opinion letter regarding this matter dated July 15, 1977. A copy of this letter is attached to these minutes. Mr. Cook also commented regarding the waiver of the facility fee requested by the Hotel owners. Mr. Maass moved to deny the waiver for the facility fee. Seconded by Mrs. Huber. ROLL CALL: Huber, aye; Maass, aye; Kuttel , aye; Sutton, no; SO ORDERED. Mrs. Sutton asked that the record show "that the Chair suggested that instead of the action on the motion that the item be tabled until contact is made with the developers of the Alpine Riverside Hotel . " Mrs . Sutton asked that the record show that her no vote was because "the parties have not appeared before the Board and the Board has not heard all of the information regarding the request for the waiver before a decision is made. " Mr. Kuttel asked that the record show "the part was notified they were on the agenda." July 18, 1977 Page Four Minutes . . . . July 18, 1977 Page Five REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF DISTRICT POLICY RE HIRING RELATIVES OF EMPLOYEES, DIRECTORS, ETC. The Board discussed with the Manager and Mr. Grumer the pros and cons of hiring relatives of employees or directors of the District. Mr. Kuttel moved to table this item to the next meeting for consideration. MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. v►, Mrs. Huber moved that the Board direct Steve to draw up a resolution stating the Board's policy that the hiring of new employees shall be open �n with the exclusion of relatives or members of the same household p as directors, management, the exception being of employees if they will be employed in a separate department. Seconded by Mr. Maass. ROLL CALL: Huber, aye; Maass, aye; Kuttel , aye; Sutton, no; SO ORDERED. Mrs. Sutton asked that the record show her no vote was because, "I don't believe it solves the problem." CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION RE NOTICE OF ELECTIVE OFFICES TO BE FILLED AT THE GENERAL DISTRICT ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 8, 1977, AND DETERMINATION RE COST OF PRINTED STATEMENTS FOR CANDIDATES Mr. Maass moved to adopt Resolution 7716, "Giving Notice to the Nevada County Clerk of Information Relating to the General District Election on November 8, 1977". Seconded by Mr. Kuttel . ROLL CALL: All aye. See copy of proposed resolution and amended resolution as adopted attached to these minutes. INQUIRY FROM ALLEGHANY COUNTY WATER DISTRICT RE PURCHASE OF REDWOOD TOWN TANK The Board discussed a request received from Reg King, Cranmer Engineers, on behalf of Alleghany County Water District, dated July 6, 1977, regarding POP- the purchase of the redwood town tank. A copy of that letter is attached to these minutes. Mr. Maass moved that the Board notify Mr. King that the tank is not for sale. Seconded by Mrs. Huber. ROLL CALL: All aye. MISCELLANEOUS NEW BUSINESS The Manager reported to the Board that the District's water supply is experiencing a demand greater than the existing supply. He indicated that the problem is not the usage in Tahoe Donner but that there is not enough water going into the Donner Trails tank to keep it full . Therefore, Wells A and B were run on an emergency basis for approximately five hours and some pumps were shut down to avoid draining the Donner Trails Tank. The Manager requested that the Board direct the engineer to prepare the necessary plans and specifications to place a pump in the Southside Well #2. The proposed agreement regarding Wells A and B was placed on the August 1 agenda. Mr. Kuttel moved to authorize the use of Wells A and B pending the agreement. Seconded by Mr. Maass. ROLL CALL: All aye. Mr. Maass moved that the Manager do what is necessary to keep the system running. Seconded by Mrs. Huber. ROLL CALL: All aye. Mrs. Sutton asked that the record show "I think the motion is unnecessary because that is the Manager's job. " Mr. Maass stated for the record, "I would like to commend Mannie Lopez, Joe Straub, Pete Silva and Ron Reynolds for their most efficient work. I was quite impressed. In less than 20-25 minutes, they had the whole thing corrected and the power back on. They worked diligently, safely and everything. I was very impressed. " (Speaking of a power outage which occurred on Old Highway 40) July 18, 1977 Page Five Minutes . . . . July 18, 1977 Page Six REVIEW OF FEDERAL SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT Mr. Cook reported that a summary of this act put out by the AWWA would be provided to the Board. STATUS OF TAHOE DONNER WATER SYSTEM WARRANTY WORK Mr. Cook reported that a year warranty is up on September 21, 1977, on the Tahoe Donner water system. He indicated that there are some items which have to be looked into by the Board. For example the acceptance of water service boxes and the coating of some of the tanks. Mr. Cook reported that Dart has installed a fourth pump at Soma Sierra and the Donner Trails pump stations. Mr. Cook stated that he would make a review of the entire project prior to the warranty expiration and report back to the Board. Mrs . Sutton placed on the August 1 agenda an item related to the question of high water services in Tahoe Donner and requested a written summary from Mr. Cook. STATUS OF SANDER'S SITE WELL DRILLING OPERATION Mr. Cook briefly reported on the progress of the Sander's site drilling operation. He indicated that drilling was due to begin as of this date. STATUS OF WATER RIGHTS FILINGS ON DISTRICT'S SPRINGS Mr. Cook reported that he had not as yet heard back from Martin McDonough regarding the filing of water rights on District springs. He indicated he would make another request regarding these filings. MISCELLANEOUS DISTRICT ENGINEER'S REPORT Highway 267 Intertie: Mr. Cook discussed with the Board a possible agreement between Dart and the District regarding this project. No action was taken at this time on this matter. Mrs. Sutton asked that the record show "that it is agreed that the proposed agreement with Dart on the 267 Intertie and the clarification of the $40 a lot . . . that we will consult with the attorney regarding the $40 a lot charge and also proceed with the 267 Intertie agreement. " REPORT RE KENNETH EASLEY ELECTRIC LINE EXTENSION MATTER Mr. Grumer discussed with the Board his letter dated July 12, 1977, attached to these minutes. It was agreed that the Manager would determine how many other property owners would fall under the line extension in question and report back to the Board. REPORT RE LEE VAN WETTER WATER LINE EXTENSION MATTER At the request of Mr. Grumer, this item was tabled to the August 1 meeting. REVIEW OF 1975 AGREEMENT WITH TOM'S TV ALLOWING USE OF DISTRICT RECORDS AND EMPLOYEE FOR AUDIT OF CABLE TV INSTALLATIONS At the request of Mr. Grumer, this item was tabled to a future meeting. MISCELLANEOUS DISTRICT COUNSEL REPORT Acceptance of Deeds and Easements Related to Tahoe Donner Water System: Mr. Grumer asked if this item should be placed back on the agenda. Mrs. Sutton stated that Mr. Strand realizes that until something like the Hatch case is settled, it would be inappropriate to ask the Board to approve these deeds and thereby validate the acceptance. Mr. Grumer discussed with the Board the matter of members of the public wishing to discuss policy matters with the Board. He stated that if they have been properly notified that the matter will be discussed at a Board meeting and they fail to appear, then the matter should be tabled until the parties present themselves. The burden of proof should be placed upon the member of the public coming before the Board. This matter was briefly dis- cussed. No action was taken. July 18, 1977 Page Six Minutes . . . . July 18, 1977 Page Seven Miscellaneous District Counsel Report . . . continued Copies of a communication from Frank Beardsley, a local resident, regarding electric rates were provided to the Directors by Karl Kuttel . The Chair directed that a copy be attached to the Minutes. Mr. Maass moved that the meeting adjourn. Seconded by Mr. Kuttel . All aye by voice vote. So ordered. WM-. The meeting was adjourned at 12:07 a.m. TRUCKEE-DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ,2 TRICIA S. SUTT A M N A. Milton Seymour, Clerk of the Board July 18, 1977 Page Seven TRUCKEE-DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT STATEMENT OF GENERAL FUND - July 14, 1977 Bank Balance - June 30, 1977 $222,863.09 Truckee Electric Revenue 46,774.88 Truckee Water Revenue 5,336.70 Donner Lake Electric Revenue 16,649.98 Tahoe Donner Water Revenue 1 ,481 .85 Miscellaneous Billings Revenue 2,198.75 Miscellaneous Revenus 2,927.50 $298,232.75 Approved Billings $148,500.42 Petty Cash - Replenish Fund 80.64 U.S. Post Office - Postage Stamps 26.00 Postage Permit 400.00 Refunds of credit balances - Closed Accounts Richard Miller 3.13 Northbilt, Inc. 5.00 $149,015.19 Bank Balance - July 14, 1977 $149,217.56 TRUCKEE-DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT POST OFFICE BOX 309 TRUCKEE, CALIFORNIA 95734 TELEPHONE 587-3896 AUDIENCE ATTENDANCE FOR THE MEETING OF . PLEASE PRINT YOUR NAME: 2. 1?114,q i l',i E-1 Fr,5%f 3. 4. 5• S4r '1A C 6. c. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11 . 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. .17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. �J STEVEN E. GRUMER ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW L ;: ' ✓•' — 6'. %. . POST OFFICE DRAWER BT INCLINE VILLAGE, NEVADA 89450 TELEPHONE 891-1974 AREA CODE 702 LICENSED IN July 18 , 1977 CALIFORNIA H NEVADA HAND DELIVERED Milt Seymour, Manager Truckee-Donner Public Utility District Post Office Box 309 Truckee, California 95734 Re : Board Vacancy Dear Pat: Inasmuch as no one has made application to fill the vacancy on the Board of Directors , I would advise as follows : Section 1780 of the California Government Code provides basically four methods to fill the vacancy. 1. At any time prior to August 29 , 1977 , the remaining directors may fill the vacancy by appointment. 2 . In ,the event no appointment is made, the remain- ing directors may call an election to fill the vacancy. The election would be on November 8 , 1977 , as part of the general election. 3 . If neither of the above occur, the Nevada County Board of Supervisors may fill the vacancy by appointment at any time prior to September 28 , 1977, or may order the district to call an election to fill the vacancy which election would be held November 8 , 1977 , as part of the general election. 4 . In the event none of the above occurs , the district shall call an election to be held on November 8, 1977 . In view of the fact that we received no applications for the position and that July 21, 1977 , is the deadline for notifying the Nevada County Clerk of the elective offices to be filled at the general election, I would suggest that the district call for an election to be held November 8 , 1977, to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of John Craig. Enclosed are two proposed Resolutions which, in my opinion, would be the easiest method by which to resolve this situation. Very /t ru 1Y,-,y9urs SEG:pr Steven E. Grumer Law Offices of Steven E. Grumer I • y 1. Lam_ STEVEN E. GRUMER - ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW POST OFFICE DRAWER BT i F.,1 INCLINE VILLAGE, NEVADA 89450 " / TELEPHONE 831-1974 LICENSED IN AREA CODE 70E CALIFORNIA&NEVADA July 15, 1977 HAND DELIVERED Milt Seymour, Manager Truckee-Donner Public Utility District Post Office Box 309 Truckee, California 95734 Re: New Business Item No. 2 Alpine Riverside Hotel Dear Milt: This is being written in response to the letter which we received at the July 5 , 1977 , meeting from Mary Ann Boice, in which the new owners of the Alpine Riverside Hotel requested a waiver of the Facilities Fee for their restoration project. Please be advised that I concur with your opinion that this would be a dangerous precedent to establish. I strongly believe that the Board of Directors should maintain a consistent approach with all customers . I do not feel that it would be fair to waive the Facilities Fee in any one instance when the District Engineer has not brought forth a compelling reason for the same. It is my opinion that very strong circumstances would be required to justify favorable treatment of any one party when the Board has previously established strict guidelines to the contrary. Very tr 1 rs, Steven E. Grumer SEG:pr cc: Dan Cook RESOLUTION NO. 7716 of TRUCKEE-DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT GIVING NOTICE TO THE NEVADA COUNTY CLERIC OF INFORMATION RELATING TO THE GENERAL DISTRICT ELECTION OF NOVEMBER 8 , 1977 WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Board of Directors of the TRUCKEE-DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT to comply with the requirements of Section 23510 .5 and 23526 of the Elections Code in a timely manner; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED By the TRUCKEE- DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT as follows: 1. That there are two (2) seats on the Board of Directors to be filled at the next general election, which terms shall expire in November, 1981. • 2. That the candidates are to pay for the publica- tion of a Statement of Qualifications pursuant to Elections Code Section 10012.5. 3. The elected officers shall be elected at large. 4 . That the Manager shall deliver a copy of this Resolution to the County Clerk along with a map of the District. 5. That Form No. 113U-1 entitled Notice of Electio 10.1 be filed with the Nevada County Clerk by July 21, 1977 . Passed and adopted by the TRUCKEE-DONNER PUBLIC f UTILITY DISTRICT, by its Board of Directors, at a meeting held within the district on the 18th day of July, 1977. AYES: R. Huber , K. Kuttel , J. Maass P. Sutton , NOES: r • ABSENT: TRUCKEE-DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT By: C�l PAT SUTT , President ATTE !� A CTd_rk Thereof Law Offices of Steven E. Grumer �//� �-_- ,�.- 1188 EAST MAIN STREET * POST OFFICE BOX 943 July 6, 1977 ~~_ Truckee Donner Public Utility District P. 0. Box 309 Truckee, California 95734 Attn: Milton Seymour - Manager 8e: Sale of Redwood Town Tank Gentlemen: Some time ago l discussed with you that the community of Alleghany was trying to purchase a used water storage tank to replace a rotting 9300 gallon Douglas Fir tank. You noted that the District had considered selling the Town Tank in the past but were presently contemplating moving it to the Armstrong Subdivision' l have recently noted that it is possible that the Armstrong Subdivision may make their water system improve- ments with assessment district revenue' If this is true it is very likely that they would construct a new tank rather than consider the cost to purchase, disassemble, move, refurbish and re-erect a used tank. l have been asked by the 8lleghuny County Water District Board to formally ask You to present to your board their request to purchase the town tank' Would you please advise me of the board' s response to this request so that I might consider other tank alternatives if in fact your District decides not to sell the tank. Also, would such a sale he possible directly with one potential buyer or would bids have to be taken from more than one potential buyer' If you have any questions, please call ' Sincerely, x INC. RK/bp ° ' , ' STEVEN E. GRUMER ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW POST OFFICE DRAWER BT D. INCLINE VILLAGE, NEVADA 89450 TELEPHONE 831-1974 LICENSED IN AREA CODE 702 CALIFORNIA&NEVADA July 12 , 1977 Milt Seymour, Manager Truckee-Donner Public Utility District Post Office Box 309 Truckee, California 95734 Re: Kenneth Easley Line Extension Dispute Dear Milt: This letter is being sent to confirm our telephone conversation of July 11, 1977 , during which you concurred with my recommendation that the Board of Directors waive Mr. Easley' s outstanding balance of $727 . 04 . The chronology of events dealing with this matter serve as an example of P.U.D. management at its worst. It is my understanding that Mr. Len Janis of R. W. Beck will be present at the July 18 , 1977, meeting. I hope that we will be able to discuss an amendment to our Line Exten- sion policy which changes the rebate period from five (5) to ten (10) years. This appears to be a more equitable approach and will serve as a detriment to those who wish to freeload in the wake of those who take- the building initiative . I do not feel that the Board of Directors should ratify extortive techniques practiced by past managers and I hope that they concur with our recommendation to waive Mr. Easley' s "outstanding debt. " Very truly yours, Steven E. Grumer SEG:pr cc : Kenneth Easley TRUCKEE-DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT POST OFFICE BOX 309 TRUCKEE, CALIFORNIA 95734 TELEPHONE 587-3896 MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Directors FROM: Milt Seymour, Manager DATE: July 18, 1977 1 . Status of SPPC 1975 Rate Case Settlement (Docket No. ER76-87) : On July 5, 1977, the Federal Power Commission approved the rate case settlement between Sierra Pacific Power Company and Truckee-Donner P.U.D. Sierra Pacific was given tht�ty days to determine the amount of the refund and another thirty days to make the refund. This means that we can anticipate payment no later than September 5, 1977. In the meantime, as soon as we know the amount of the refund, we will call on R.W. Beck and Associates to have them go over the calculations of Sierra Pacific to be sure they are correct. If the calculations are found to be in error, we will take the appropriate steps to have them corrected. 2. Status Report re Answer to Nevada County Planning Department Inquiry re Cumulative Impact on Services: This inquiry asks us to comment on the cumulative impact on new subdivisions and other land -divisions on water and electrical supply capabilities. This is a very difficult assess- ment to make. However, I plan to write a letter to the County outlining the basic water and electrical resources available to us with the projection of a 10% annual growth factor and point out that it will be probably necessary to contribute to development of sources. and transmission facilities. 3. Report re Use of Water from Hydrant on Highway 267: We have been supplementing the supply of water to the Ponderosa Golf Course with water from a hydrant at Southside Springs. This water is metered and the golf course is being charged for it. In recent days, however, .we have had to discontinue the use of the hydrant because of the large demand on the Sierra Meadows and Ponderosa Palisades tanks. We have informed the golf course that they will have to get along with less water and suggested they take action to conserve the water they have and clean up the pond to make it more useable. 4. Report re Problem re Water 'Facilities Fees in Sierra Meadows Unit l : We 'Rave on the books an agreement between the District an t e deve opers of Sierra Meadows Unit 1 for the District to charge each lot owner a facilities fee of $250.00 when they apply for service. Apparently, up to now, this fee has not been collected. We have one owner applying for water service in Sierra Meadows Unit 1 who is protesting this payment since none of the neighbors have had to pay it. MEMORANDUM to the Board of Directors July 18, 1977 I recommend to the Board that they seek legal counsel on whether or not the Board should now enforce the agreement after some seven years of not enforcing it. Copies of the agreement have been provided to the directors of the District. 5. Prosser Lakeview Estates Subdivision- New Owners: Mr. Porter of Mountain Retreat Company of Orinda has purchased all of the lots in Prosser Lakeview Estates owned by Dart Industries. He has asked for a letter indicating the current rates, connection fee arrangement and other matters pertaining to the service of utilities in that subdivision. They anticipate a concerted effort to sell the lots to the public. 6. Authorization re Use of Private Plane on District Business: Stice & Wells Insurance Agency is looking into obtaining an endorse- ment covering the use of private airplanes on our liability insurance by the manager or Board members for conducting District business. In addition, he advises that the Manager or Board members who wish to fly on District business obtain an endorsement from his insurance company naming the District as an additional insured. This in itself would be adequate if the liability limits of the aircraft owners ' insurance are satisfactory to the District. 7. Miscellaneous : Mr. Fred Trader who lives just within the District �--. boundaries near Highway 267 has requested he be allowed to be served by Sierra Pacific Power Company. I have informed Mr. Trader he would have to obtain the board's agreement for this to be possible. His primary objection is the $350.00 electrical connection fee. MILT SEYMOUR MS:kp TRUCKEE-DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT POST OFFICE BOX 309 TRUCKEE, CALIFORNIA 95734 TELEPHONE 587 3896 MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Directors FROM: Milt Seymour, Manager DATE: July 18, 1977 1 . Status of SPPC 1975 Rate Case Settlement (Docket No. ER76-87) : On July 5, 1977, the Federal Power Commission approved the rate case settlement between Sierra Pacific Power Company and Truckee-Donner P.U.D. Sierra Pacific was given th"ty days to determine the amount of the refund and another thirty days to make the refund. This means that we can anticipate payment no later than September 5, 1977. In the meantime, as soon as we know the amount of the refund, we will call on R.W. Beck and Associates to have them go over the calculations of Sierra Pacific to be sure they are correct. If the calculations are found to be in error, we will take the appropriate steps to have them corrected. 2. Status Report re Answer to Nevada County Planning Department Inquiry re Cumulative Impact on Services: This inquiry asks us to comment on the cumulative impact on new subdivisions and other land divisions on water and electrical supply capabilities. This is a very difficult assess- ment to make. However, I plan to write a letter to the County outlining the basic water and electrical resources available to us with the projection of a 10% annual growth factor and point out that it will be probably necessary to contribute to development of sources and transmission facilities. 3. Report re Use of Water from Hydrant on Highway 267: We have been supplementing the supply of water to the Ponderosa Golf Course with water from a hydrant at Southside Springs. This water is metered and the golf course is being charged for it. In recent days, however, we have had to discontinue the use of the hydrant because of the large demand on the Sierra Meadows and Ponderosa Palisades tanks. We have informed the golf course that they will have to get along with less water and suggested they take action to conserve the water they have and clean up the pond to make it more useable. 4. Report re Problem re Water Facilities Fees in Sierra Meadows Unit 1 : We have on the books an agreement between the District and the developers of Sierra Meadows Unit 1 for the District to charge each lot owner a facilities fee of $250.00 when they apply for service. Apparently, up to now, this fee has not been collected. We have one owner applying for water service in Sierra Meadows Unit 1 who is protesting this payment since none of the neighbors have had to pay it. M MEMORANDUM to the Board of Directors July 18, 1977 I recommend to the Board that they seek legal counsel on whether or not the Board should now enforce the agreement after some seven years of not enforcing it. Copies of the agreement have been provided to the directors of the District. 5. Prosser Lakeview Estates Subdivision - New Owners: Mr. Porter of Mountain Retre t Company of Orinda has purchased all of the lots in Prosser Lakeview Estates owned by Dart Industries. He has asked for a letter indicating the current rates, connection fee arrangement and other matters pertaining to the service of utilities in that subdivision. They anticipate a concerted effort to sell the lots to the public. 6. Authorization re Use of Private Plane on District Business: Stice & Wells Insurance Agency is looking into obtaining an endorse- ment covering the use of private airplanes on our liability insurance by the manager or Board members for conducting District business. In addition, he advises that the Manager or -Board members who wish to fly on District business obtain an endorsement from his insurance company naming the District as an additional insured. This in itself would be adequate if the liability limits of the aircraft owners' insurance are satisfactory to the District. 7. Miscellaneous: Mr. Fred Trader who lives just within the District boundaries near Highway 267 has requested he be allowed to be served by Sierra Pacific Power Company. I have informed Mr. Trader he would have to obtain the board's agreement for this to be possible. His primary objection is the $350.00 electrical connection fee. MILT SEYMOUR MS:kp STEVEN E. GRUMER ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW J/ POST OFFICE DRAWER BT INCLINE VILLAGE, NEVADA 89450 / TELEPHONE 831-1974 LICENSED 1N AREA CODE 70E CALIFORNIA&NEVADA July 15 , 1977 HAND DELIVERED Milt Seymour Truckee-Donner Public Utility' District Post Office Box 309 Truckee, California 95734 Re: Standby Charges in Placer County Dear Milt: This letter is being sent to confirm our telephone conversation of this date during which I advised you that any resolution fixing standby charges in Placer County for the 1977-1978 fiscal year would be beyond the scope of Ordinance No. 7501. It appears that the annexation relating to the Placer County properties would be a better means for solving this problem. Very trul y rs , St ven E, rumer SEG:pr cc: Dan Cook i- E e,4 A-D TELEPHONE:7985-4431 AREA CODE: 916 ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS P.O. BOX 36 FOLSOM, CALIF. 95630 LJ j-7 July 12, 1977 Truckee-Donner Public Utilities District- P.O. Box 309 Truckee, California 95734 Attn: Milt Seymour Re: Reconducting Feeder "R", Job 1139 Gentlemen: If you will furnish all material and dig all holes, for a loop from Feeder "A" to Feeder "F", we will furnish the labor to install same. We can start this project July 18, 1977. Very truly yours, SLATER ELECTRIC COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA, INC. Ben Shawnego Vice President BS/cp COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND PUBLIC WORKS INSTALLATION CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE 156665