BGJWSC_Commission_Minutes_December_2,_2014<\/a><\/p>\nTo read the minutes, please open or download the pdf from the link above or you may see more below:<\/p>\n
PRESENT:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 Dale Provenzano, Chairman<\/p>\n
Thomas A. Boland, Commissioner<\/p>\n
John A. Cason, III, City Commissioner<\/p>\n
Sandra J. Dean, Commissioner<\/p>\n
Donald M. Elliott, Commissioner<\/p>\n
David H. Ford, Commissioner<\/p>\n
Ronald E. Perry, Commissioner<\/p>\n
ALSO PRESENT:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Stephen A. Swan, Executive Director<\/p>\n
John D. Donaghy, Director of Administration<\/p>\n
Desiree E. Watson, JWSC Attorney<\/p>\n
Barbara Rogers, JWSC Clerk<\/p>\n
Chairman Provenzano called the meeting to order and gave the invocation.\u00a0 Vice-Chairman Dean led the pledge.<\/p>\n
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD<\/p>\n
There being no citizen that wished to address the Commission, Chairman Provenzano closed the Public Comment Period.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Dean made a motion seconded by Commissioner Boland to add amendment to the Local Act to the Approval Agenda as item #11.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n
COMMITTEE UPDATES<\/p>\n
Communications & Customer Service \u2013 Commissioner Dean<\/p>\n
No report at this time.<\/p>\n
Economic Development – Chairman Provenzano<\/p>\n
Chairman Provenzano stated there continues to be some on-going interest at the \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 interchange at exit 42.<\/p>\n
Facilities \u2013 Commissioner Perry<\/p>\n
Commissioner Perry stated all Facilities Committee items are on today\u2019s agenda.<\/p>\n
Finance \u2013 Commissioner Elliott<\/p>\n
Commissioner Elliott stated all Finance Committee items are on today\u2019s agenda and \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 worker\u2019s compensation coverage has been forwarded to the Human Resource Committee.<\/p>\n
Human Resources \u2013 Commissioner Cason<\/p>\n
Commissioner Cason stated all Human Resources items are on today\u2019s agenda and the \u00a0 Committee is drafting Commission By-Laws.<\/p>\n
Legislative \u2013 Chairman Provenzano<\/p>\n
The proposed language to exercise eminent domain\/condemnation powers has been \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 resolved and is scheduled to be on the City\u2019s agenda for the December 17th meeting and \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 the County\u2019s agenda for the December 18th meeting.<\/p>\n
APPROVAL<\/p>\n
1.\u00a0 Minutes of the November 20, 2014 regular meeting, (subject to any necessary changes). \u2013 B. Rogers<\/p>\n
Commissioner Dean made a motion seconded by Commissioner Elliott to approve the minutes of the November 20, 2014 regular meeting.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n
2.\u00a0 Minutes of the November 20, 2014 executive session, (subject to any necessary changes).\u00a0 \u2013 B. Rogers<\/p>\n
Commissioner Dean made a motion seconded by Commissioner Elliott to approve the minutes of the November 20, 2014 executive session.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n
3.\u00a0 Harrington Water Production Facility \u2013 Ground Storage Tank Rehabilitation \u2013 S. Swan<\/p>\n
Mr. John Hunkele, P.E., stated the ground storage tank at the Harrington facility was inspected as part of the 2006 SSI Water Master Plan.\u00a0 It was noted at that time that several \u201cminor\u201d cracks in the tank structure were observed.\u00a0 No mention of internal inspections being performed.\u00a0 The tank has been drained, cleaned and inspected.\u00a0 Serious deficiencies are now evident on both interior and exterior coating, as well as internal tank piping.\u00a0 Staff recommends the tank be rehabilitated before the new production well is installed, tested, and placed in service.\u00a0 Funding is available through the Renewal and Replacement Reserve Fund.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Dean made a motion seconded by Commissioner Boland to award a contract for rehabilitation of the Harrington WPF Ground Storage tank to Crom Coatings in the amount of $39,327.00 with a possible deduct of $6,000 if performed during its current mobilization.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n
4.\u00a0 Wastewater Collection & Transmission Systems \u2013 Preventative Maintenance Program for Odor and Corrosion \u2013 S. Swan<\/p>\n
Mr. Hunkele stated on September 29, 2014 the JWSC issued a Request for Proposals to provide specialized services for the wastewater collection and transmission systems preventative maintenance program for odor and corrosion.\u00a0 A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on October 8, 2014 to clarify the proposal requirements and answer any questions and concerns.\u00a0 Each proposer was be afforded a designated time to perform its own independent testing and analysis.\u00a0 Both program strategy and proposed cost formed the basis for comparison of the proposals.\u00a0 Expeditious implementation of an odor and corrosion control strategy is essential to mitigate the effects of hydrogen sulfide corrosion in the wastewater collection and transmission system.\u00a0 Based on staff\u2019s review, the proposal of Evoqua Water Technologies has been deemed as the most advantageous and provides the highest value to the JWSC.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Dean made a motion seconded by Commissioner Boland to authorize the Director of Procurement to proceed with negotiations resulting in a proposed agreement with Evoqua Water Technologies to implement a preventative maintenance program for odor and corrosion control and that the proposed agreement be presented to the Commission for final approval.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n
5.\u00a0 Health Insurance Renewal \u2013 J. Donaghy<\/p>\n
Mr. Donaghy stated that currently the JWSC provides health insurance to employees through Blue Cross\/Blue Shield.\u00a0 Employees contribute to the cost of health insurance through a biweekly payroll deduction.\u00a0 Teamwork Services has obtained quotes for this coverage for the 2015 calendar year.\u00a0 Blue Cross\/Blue Shield provided the lowest cost plan with a 9.0% premium increase from the 2014 calendar year.\u00a0 The premium increase in each category of coverage will be divided 50% to the JWSC and 50% to employees.\u00a0 The Human Resources Committee recommends renewal with Blue Cross\/Blue Shield for the 2015 calendar year.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Boland made a motion seconded by Commissioner Cason that the Brunswick-Glynn County Joint Water and Sewer Commission provide health insurance through Blue Cross\/Blue Shield for the calendar year 2015 at the premiums and employee contributions stated in the attached cost comparison and authorize the Chairman, Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer to execute the documents necessary subject to approval by legal counsel.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n
6.\u00a0 Amendment to the Human Resources Standards of Practice \u2013 Uniform Dress code \u2013 J. Donaghy<\/p>\n
Mr. Donaghy reviewed the proposed changes to the HR Standards of Practice, Uniform Dress code.\u00a0 The changes have been reviewed and recommended by the Human Resources Committee.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Boland made a motion seconded by Commissioner Cason to approve the amendment to the Brunswick-Glynn County Joint Water & Sewer Commission Human Resources Standards of Practice Article 1, Section 1.2 and Article 4, Section 4.14 as presented.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n
7. \u00a0Amendment to the Human Resources Standards of Practice \u2013 Administrative Leave \u2013 J. Donaghy<\/p>\n
Mr. Donaghy reviewed the proposed changes to the HR Standards of Practice concerning Administrative Leave with or without pay.\u00a0 The changes have been reviewed and recommended by the Human Resources Committee.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Boland made a motion seconded by Commissioner Cason to amend the HR Standards of Practice Article 4, Section 4.8, Practice Guideline 4 and 5 concerning Administrative Leave With or Without Pay, as presented.\u00a0 Motion carried 6-1-0.\u00a0 (Commissioner Ford cast the opposing vote.)<\/p>\n
Chairman Provenzano suggested the Human Resources Committee also review the appeals process.<\/p>\n
8.\u00a0 Dedication of the Golf Maintenance Facility at Frederica Township Infrastructure \u2013 S. Swan<\/p>\n
Mr. Hunkele explained the JWSC is proposing to make enhancements to the sewer transmission system and installing a new 6 inch forcemain from LS 2059 directly to Lawrence Road.\u00a0 This will eliminate several hundred feet of existing piping and a dozen or so fittings thereby lowering friction loses and associated power costs.\u00a0 In order to accomplish this new construction, a 15 foot wide sanitary sewer easement is required and has been requested from the Frederica Development Group.\u00a0 The necessary easement documents with associated survey plats and legal descriptions have been prepared, executed and approved as to form by legal counsel.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Dean made a motion seconded by Commissioner Perry to accept a 15-foot wide sewer easement from LS 2059 to Lawrence Road across the property of the Federica Development Group necessary to facilitate the construction of piping improvements.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n
9.\u00a0 Dedication of The Promenade Infrastructure \u2013 S. Swan<\/p>\n
Mr. Hunkele stated The Promenade is a 52 lot single family residential subdivision situated at the intersection of the Altama Connector and Old Cypress Mill Road.\u00a0 Water lines within the development are to be dedicated to the JWSC as public infrastructure and will be located within the private rights-of-way or within dedicated easements.\u00a0 The JWSC is also providing sewer service, however, all gravity mains and related appurtenances within the development are to remain under private ownership.\u00a0 The newly constructed lift station within The Promenade is also intended to remain under private ownership. \u00a0In as much as all requirements of the BGJWSC Development Procedures have been met and all easements and related documents have been executed and submitted, staff recommends acceptance by the Commission of the on-site water system along with associated easements within The Promenade as public infrastructure for ownership.\u00a0 Staff also recommends acceptance of the off-site sewage forcemain serving The Promenade as public infrastructure.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Elliott made a motion seconded by Commissioner Ford to accept the on-site water system along with the associated easements within The Promenade, and the off-site sewage forcemain serving The Promenade as public infrastructure for ownership, operation, and maintenance.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n
10. Amendment 3 to Agreement for Local Limits Assistance Industrial Pretreatment Program Support \u2013 Brown and Caldwell \u2013 S. Swan<\/p>\n
Mr. Hunkele stated that in May 2013 the JWSC entered into a consulting agreement with Brown and Caldwell to provide assistance in the development of Local Limits Evaluation for Academy Creek WPCP.\u00a0 Proposed Amendment No. 3 will allow for assistance with the preparation of five industrial discharge permits at a cost of $15,444; additional on-demand services that allow Brown and Caldwell to provide additional industrial pretreatment assistance such as, data reviews, supplemental evaluations, coordination with regulatory agencies and industries on JWSC\u2019s behalf at a cost of $11,075; and assistance with the preparation of five Industrial Discharge Permits at a cost of $15,444.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Elliott made a motion seconded by Commissioner Boland to approve Amendment No. 3 to Brown and Caldwell\u2019s Agreement for Local Limits Assistance in the total amount of $41,963 and authorize the Chairman to execute the necessary documents.\u00a0 Motion carried 6-1-0.\u00a0 (Commissioner Dean cast the opposing vote.)<\/p>\n
11.\u00a0 Amendment to the Local Act<\/p>\n
Chairman Provenzano and Mrs. Watson reviewed concerns of the City and County with the JWSC being granted the authority to exercise the power of eminent domain and the proposed amendment addresses those concerns.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Cason made a motion seconded by Commissioner Boland to approve the amendment to the Local Act as presented.\u00a0 Motion carried 6-1-0.\u00a0 (Commissioner Dean cast the opposing vote).<\/p>\n
DISCUSSION<\/p>\n
Director\u2019s Update<\/p>\n
Mr. Swan updated Commissioners on the status of the compensation and benefit survey being conducted by Condrey & Associates.\u00a0 Fourteen like utilities are participating.\u00a0 Condrey staff will be on-site this week conducting interviews.<\/p>\n
Staff will be meeting with Verizon Wireless on December 15 to select tablets and phone service.<\/p>\n
A meeting was held with residents of Epworth Acres and one will be scheduled for Belle Pointe, Marshes of McKay, Tupelo and River Ridge residents in the near future.<\/p>\n
An employee luncheon will be held at Howard Coffin Park on December 17, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Service Awards will be presented at that time.\u00a0 Mr. Swan encouraged all Commissioners to attend, if possible.<\/p>\n
Chairman\u2019s Update<\/p>\n
Chairman Provenzano asked all Commissioners to have their surveys completed this week.\u00a0 A Special Called Meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 9th at 5:00 p.m.<\/p>\n
EXECUTIVE SESSION<\/p>\n
Commissioner Cason made a motion seconded by Commissioner Elliott to close the regular meeting and adjourn to executive session to discuss pending litigation.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n
Back in open session.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Elliott made a motion seconded by Commissioner Ford to approve the finding of no fault settlement agreement with OSHA regarding a whistle blower complaint, and authorize legal counsel to sign the agreement.\u00a0 Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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