South Montebello Irrigation Dist

Key discussion topics for this regular monthly meeting included the approval of several consent calendar items such as standing and special committee reports, the Treasurer's report, and various informational letters. Action items scheduled for deliberation involved the approval of a new perimeter fence with a screen along City Park, the approval of the Proposed Holiday Schedule for 2026, the adoption of Resolution No. 913 to establish penalties and enforcement measures for unauthorized water use from fire hydrants and system components, and the approval of the Second Amendment to the Contract Agreement for General Counsel Legal Services. The Information Calendar included reports on events from November, an update on Per and Polyflourinated Alkyl Substances sampling, and various operational updates from management and counsel.

The agenda for this meeting included standard Consent Calendar items such as receiving and filing committee reports, reviewing the Treasurer's Report, and handling informational letters. Key action items involved the consideration and approval of a proposal from Arrow Steel Fence. The Information Calendar covered reports on events from March, details on the 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan, an update on New Developments in the District, the General Manager's Report, and the District Counsel's Report. A Closed Session was scheduled to confer with Legal Counsel regarding existing litigation involving the City of Signal Hill and Central Basin Municipal Water District.

The meeting included a review of the Treasurer's Report and informational letters. The General Manager reported on events from January, including the Central Basin meeting where PFAS in water systems was discussed. Updates were provided on new developments and the California Water Board's plan to reduce the response level for PFAS. Zim Industries is testing and developing a well, with the final phase expected by March 2020. There were discussions about potential liquidated damages for Zim Industries exceeding their allotted time and a proposal to work out a deal for cleanup or landscaping work instead. The painting of the building by Gold Contractors was mentioned, with a cost reduction of $1,000. There was also a discussion regarding Hercules' health and a malignant tumor that was removed.

The meeting included discussion and approval of a new holiday schedule for 2020-2021, and a holiday incentive for district personnel. Updates were given on new developments within the District's jurisdiction, including water quality sampling for a new well and discussions regarding a filtration system and booster station. The Board also discussed existing litigation in closed session.