BGJWSC_Commission_Meeting_Minutes_October_1,_2015<\/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 <\/strong><\/p>\nDonald M. Elliott, Chairman<\/strong><\/p>\nClifford Adams, Commissioner<\/strong><\/p>\nThomas Boland, Commissioner<\/strong><\/p>\nAllen Booker, County Commissioner<\/strong><\/p>\nRonald Perry, Commissioner<\/strong><\/p>\nJohn A. Cason, III, City Commissioner<\/strong><\/p>\nDavid H. Ford, Commissioner<\/strong><\/p>\nALSO PRESENT:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\nStephen A. Swan, Executive Director<\/strong><\/p>\nJohn D. Donaghy, Director of Administration<\/strong><\/p>\nCharles A. Dorminy, Legal Counsel<\/strong><\/p>\nChairman Elliott called the meeting to order at 2:00 PM. Commissioner Perry provided the invocation, and Chairman Elliott let the pledge.<\/p>\n
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD<\/strong><\/p>\nThere being no additional citizens that wished to address the Commission, Chairman Elliott closed the Public Comment Period.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Boland made a motion seconded by Commissioner Perry to add item #5 under Approval for CVS Roof Contract. Motion approved 7-0-0<\/u><\/strong>.<\/p>\nPRESENTATION<\/strong><\/p>\nFinancial Management Process & Cost Recovery \u2013 Andy Burnham, Burton & Assoc.<\/strong><\/p>\nAndy Burnham presented to the Commissioners and explained the comprehensive rate study process and setting the annual rates in four steps. First of the four steps are understanding the cost requirements and then second is allocating those costs to customers, developing an alternative rate structure, and finally Analysis & Outreach.\u00a0 These costs allocations and rate design elements have been well defined by BGJWSC operational agreement.\u00a0 There would be a process of public education and outreach upon conclusion of evaluation of needs.\u00a0 These would include town hall meetings, two public hearings and workshops where outcomes are discussed.\u00a0 The first part of updating revenue requirements of the system is the primary focus.\u00a0 Burton & Associates will work with the staff in January and February and run through analysis and projecting over five and ten year budgeting to understand funding sources. The Master Plan results provide data that is critical to the financial management planning process.\u00a0 It will provide growth and population projections in addition to unit cost information. The modeling process will be very critical this year to explore funding concepts for the capital improvement needs.\u00a0 One of the things to look as is the realistic opportunities for grants and SPLOSTS monies for some of the projects.\u00a0 Additional funding strategies were discussed: Debt Financing, One-Time Charges, and Rates\u2019Pay-Go\u2019.\u00a0 The next steps & estimated schedule was provided and discussed.\u00a0 To move forward ATM \/ Four Waters will be providing information on the Master Plan in the next two weeks.\u00a0 The REU\u2019s are planned to be discussed in the Finance Committee on October 20th<\/sup>.\u00a0 The adjusted fees and penalties which are under budget need to be addressed now and it is suggested by Mr. Burton that we could go forward with them.\u00a0 An updated dashboard of rates is requested that would compare to other areas within 300 miles.\u00a0 A debt review was requested by Charles Dorminy for the County and the City debts and to be kept separate as compared to our operational agreement.\u00a0 There was additional discussion on the debt of projects shared with BGJWSC and the County and debts with BGJWSC and the City of Brunswick.\u00a0 Mr. Swan stated there are two areas of growth in the North Mainland of the county that capital tap fees will come in quicker.\u00a0 It was suggested to look at BGJWSC\u2019s ability to implement an impact fee as the driver will most likely be growth related capital.\u00a0 Charles Dorminy reiterated that BGJWSC does not charge any developmental impact fees.\u00a0 Andy Burnham confirmed that is true.\u00a0 There are just fees for the small piece right outside the home but nothing for the backbone infrastructure. The Chairman stated items to be discussed at the October 20th<\/sup> Finance Committee are FY2016, Updated Impact Fees, and REU discussion.<\/p>\nCOMMITTEE UPDATES<\/strong><\/p>\nCommunications & Customer Service Committee <\/strong>\u2013 Commissioner Ford<\/strong><\/p>\nThere was nothing new to report at this time.<\/p>\n
Economic Development Committee \u2013 Commissioner Elliott<\/strong><\/p>\nThere was nothing new to report.<\/p>\n
Facilities Committee \u2013 Commissioner Perry <\/strong><\/p>\nThe Committee did meet and several items are on the agenda. Julie Eddins, HBS, provided an update on the Bond Conveyance stating in prior meeting it was noted that the funds may run short to complete the surveys.\u00a0 It was discovered that the survey costs should be on budget and the firm is hopeful the costs will stay under the bond balance remaining.<\/p>\n
Finance Committee \u2013 Commissioner Elliott<\/strong><\/p>\nThere is nothing new to report.<\/p>\n
Human Resources Committee \u2013 Commissioner Cason<\/strong><\/p>\nThere is a meeting scheduled for the 12th<\/sup> at 10 AM<\/p>\nLegislative Committee \u2013 Commissioner Boland<\/strong><\/p>\nThere is a meeting scheduled for the 15th<\/sup> at 1 PM.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\nAPPROVAL<\/strong><\/p>\nMinutes from the September 17, 2015 Regular Meeting.<\/strong><\/p>\nCommissioner Perry made a motion seconded by Commissioner Cason to approve the minutes with any revisions or changed necessary from the September 17, 2015 regular meeting. Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/u><\/p>\n
Minutes from the September 17, 2015 Executive Session Meeting.<\/strong><\/p>\nCommissioner Perry made a motion seconded by Commissioner Cason to approve the minutes from the September 17, 2015 Executive Session. Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/u><\/p>\n
Abbington Woods Easement& Utility Acceptance \u2013 T. Kline<\/strong><\/p>\nTodd Kline, Senior Engineer, presented the recommendation for acceptance as was discussed at the Facilities Committee. The Infrastructure was completed last year and we now have all information necessary. Mr. Kline summarized the memo provided.\u00a0 The development is served potable water via a centrally routed water main. The Owner of Record has submitted a Letter in Intent and Application for Dedication of Water\/Wastewater Systems for the Abbington Woods on-site water system and on-site sewer system.\u00a0 The said Owner of record recognizes and accepts the responsibility for correcting any and all system defects that may occur or be found during the operation of the system for a period of 2 years from written date of acceptance.\u00a0 The easement documents along with the required plats and legal descriptions have been prepared, executed, submitted and approved as to form by the BGJWSC Attorney.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Boland made a motion seconded by Commissioner Perry that the accept the on-site water system and on-site sewer system along with associated easements within the Abbington Woods development as public infrastructure for ownership, operation and maintenance.<\/u><\/p>\n
There was discussion on costs associated with manpower that warrants an FTE provision and a good recommendation moving forward.<\/p>\n
Motion was approved 7-0-0.<\/u><\/p>\n
Refurbishing of Sludge Dryer Approval \u2013 P. Crosby<\/strong><\/p>\nPam Crosby, Director of Purchasing, presented the recommendation for approval of the contract for repairs to the Academy Creek Sludge Dryer which was presented at the last Facilities Committee. Pam summarized the memo and stated the Sludge Dryer has been inoperative since March 2015.\u00a0 The original service provider, A.I.T. Services of Brownwood TX was contacted to provide an estimate for repairs.\u00a0 A.I.T. visited the facility in May and provided a quote in June.\u00a0 The quote did not included equipment needed and required BGJWSC to provide.\u00a0 As a result the decision was made to conduct an RFP on this repair project.\u00a0 To date, costs exceeding $157,000 thousand dollars have been incurred in hauling fees of the sludge waste to an approved landfill from all (3) WWT facilities.\u00a0 The RFP was released and A.I.T Services spoke with BGJWSC and indicated they would not be submitting a proposal due to travel expenses, etc.\u00a0 There were two bids received and found both maintain local offices.\u00a0\u00a0 After reviewing both proposals, Allen & Graham, Inc. and Milton J. Wood Co., the staff recommends moving forward with the local contractor, Allen & Graham, Inc. and utilizing A.I.T. Services for consultation and be completed within (30) days. There was additional discussion as to the drawn out timing to repair.\u00a0 It was stated that the company A.I.T. took a lengthy time to respond and also a consideration of a long term maintenance agreement with the new contract. The fuel used for the Burner is natural gas and transportation of the sludge in on a contract.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Perry made a motion seconded by Commissioner Boland that BGJWSC enter into a contract with Allen & Graham in the amount of $98,032.00 for repairs to the Academy Creek Sludge Dryer. <\/u><\/strong><\/p>\nMotion was approved 7-0-0.<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\nCVS Roof \u2013 S. Swan \/ J. Combs<\/strong><\/p>\nSteve Swan updated the commissioners on the CVS Roof. He stated we entered into a contract with Harper Construction and then into a contract modification for the CVS roof which was needed to be refurbished and unexpected and unforeseen corrosion was discovered. During construction the roofing contractor has worked through provisions to keep CVS open at all times. Joe Combs provided updated pictures of extremely dire conditions and stated areas need to be replaced.\u00a0 The structure itself is in good shape and is sound.\u00a0 It was stated it will take 2 \u2013 3 weeks to be complete.<\/p>\n
Commissioner Boland made a motion seconded by Commissioner Cason to approve the change order for the work to be done on the CVS roof in the amount of 53,613.64. Motion was approved 7-0-0.<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\nDISCUSSION<\/strong><\/p>\nProperty Insurance Reduction on Facilities \u2013 S. Swan<\/strong><\/p>\nMr. Swan updated the Commissioners on the facilities Insurance and he consulted with the engineering group, ATM, asking for property to be surveyed. ATM stated they were not able to come close to the quote JWSC was provided.\u00a0 Mr. Swan asked for Burnham and Assoc. to research this subject and see if other utility companies are excluding lift stations on their property insurance.<\/p>\n
Permitting NPDES Status Update \u2013 T. Kline <\/strong><\/p>\nTodd Kline updated the Commissioners on the NPDES for permitting on a North Mainland water treatment facility. The Four Waters document was discussed and was noted there would need to be more growth in order to justify the purchase of the property.\u00a0 The SPLOSTS funds and possible reallocation of the funds were discussed.\u00a0 Mr. Swan stated he would like to sit down with the county, commissioners and legal firm to discuss.<\/p>\n
WRMAC Committee Meeting \u2013 P. Crosby<\/strong><\/p>\nPam updated the Commissioners on the Water Resources Management Advisory Committee (WRMAC) of Glynn and that it in effect years ago. The plan is to have it on Monday October 19th<\/sup> here in the Commission Meeting Room.\u00a0 The official invitation meeting request went out to the large water users group, approximately 15 organizations.\u00a0 There will be representation of the EPD and US Geological Survey with a brief presentation each.\u00a0 There will also be a representative from the Economic Development Authority to present a history of WRMAC.\u00a0 There will be a Q & A period to ask question.\u00a0 There will be a follow up meeting in two to four weeks.\u00a0 Mr. Swan thanked Pam for her diligence in getting this going and organized.<\/p>\nResult on ORR Terry Creek Shallow Wells \u2013 C. Dorminy<\/strong><\/p>\nCharles Dorminy updated the Commissioners on the recent findings of test results from EPA (Federal Agency) in 1996 showing traces of benzene and other items that are above the limits. Our original request of records to the DNR and EPD (Georgia Agency) did not show the most recent findings.<\/p>\n
Intra-governmental Relations \u2013 Chairman Elliott<\/strong><\/p>\nCommissioner Elliott discussed maintaining good relations with the City Commission and the County Commission. The new water production facility remains in the name of the County for the last five months and the recent news article were discussed.\u00a0\u00a0 There are several projects that the county and BGJWSC are working well together and getting things done.\u00a0 It was stated that our Master Plan has been pending due to the hold up of this water facility.\u00a0 It was stated that the county is working to get the punch list items completed that BGJWSC is requesting.<\/p>\n
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR\u2019S UPDATE<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nCHAIRMAN\u2019S UPDATE<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nEXECUTIVE SESSION<\/strong><\/p>\nCommissioner Cason made a motion seconded by Commissioner Boland to close the regular meeting and adjourn to Executive Session to discuss potential litigation. Motion carried 7-0-0.<\/u><\/p>\n
There being no additional business to bring before the Commission, Chairman Elliott adjourned the open meeting at 3:55 pm.<\/p>\n
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