Derek Cray

The committee discussed several administrative and operational matters. Key topics included the status of public records requests and associated costs, the annual review and update of the District's Investment Policy, and discussions regarding potential District reorganization due to staff turnover and evolving operational needs. Future committee scheduling and the evaluation of public outreach proposals were also addressed.

The board adopted a resolution to approve a contract between the district and the California Public Employees' Retirement System. Several items were reviewed and forwarded to a subsequent meeting, including the certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Water Augmentation Project, the rehabilitation of Ord Community storage tanks, the design phase for the Lift Station No. 5 replacement, the district technology plan, and September 2004 expenditures. The board also discussed a rate analysis report for the Ord Community Service Area and considered a request for LAFCO to expedite the service review regarding the potential annexation of the Ord Community service area.

The committee discussed the CalAm Desal application and related Coastal Commission permitting, alongside broader discussions on water basin adjudication and water allocation. Other key topics included exploring options for the Fort Ord Veterinary Barracks building, the District’s obligation regarding the provision of augmented water, and a status update concerning the District rate study and budget process.

The Board of Directors meeting focused on several key items including the recognition of a staff member for service, the approval of the District Budget and Ord Community Compensation Plan for FY 2004-2005, and receiving an update on the Regional Water Augmentation Project. Additionally, the Board considered professional services agreements, letters of support for legislation related to desalination energy costs, calling a general district election, expenditure approvals, quarterly financial statements, and revisions to committee appointments. The meeting also included informational reports from the General Manager and Counsel, committee liaison updates, and a planning workshop regarding Ord Community service area systems.

The meeting encompassed discussions on closed session legal items and an employee performance evaluation. Key agenda items included the election of a Board Vice President, consideration of a harassment investigation resolution, and a presentation regarding the Reclamation Conveyance Facility Water Supply Project. The Board held a workshop on the draft FY 2014-2015 budget and five-year capital improvements project budgets for the Marina and Ord community service areas, providing staff direction on several adjustments. Additional actions involved approving a Proposition 218 public notice and granting a grease trap variance for the CSUMB Peet's Coffee Shop.