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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10.23.24 WB Agenda Packet Special MtgCity of Bakersfield Water Board _ Ln �w., ti� " " � - ' : • � �1 — - - — _ `.�.�•.m.� ..mow q c �iy f�7�- . • • y,� M �i .� .` _ _ t,i'•. - wry ,�• 1+� ..,. 'tiM'r� �r • � ; y F r•,r �Uyrt 'y I t f yam. • _ #^ y i. 1 w A •�F,� �, ji.� � � r fir,. ".. • � w < ""fq� • - �' , � � ,�'��' �,� . sT M •q, . ` .,.�'} � � S_,'��FF •1 S M t � _ U, .•ate'! - ';. s '�,� ,f+�, ' ;ram i'" �!'lFa.' .. �'L t!. i . i �,� <•• , i The Park at Riverwalk — August 15, 2024 i er e s o rc e s BAKERSFIELD THE SOUND OF ,5-awteVliK� ge*t WATER BOARD Bob Smith, Chair Bruce Freeman Andrae Gonzales CITY OF BAKERSFIELD WATER BOARD SPECIAL MEETING Wednesday, October 23, 2024 -10:00 a.m. Water Resources Building Conference Room 1000 Buena Vista Road, Bakersfield, CA 93311 AGENDA l . CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PUBLIC STATEMENTS A. Agenda Item Public Statements B. Non -Agenda Item Public Statements 4. MINUTES A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Water Board Meeting of August 21, 2024 - For Board Review and Action 5. KERN RIVER LEVEE DISTRICT A. Activities and Budget Update - For Board Information 6. REPORTS A. Bellevue River Weir Project - For Board Information B. Update on Front Yard Landscape Project at the Water Department- For Board Information 7. HEARINGS Water Board Agenda October 23, 2024 8. NEW BUSINESS A. Update on Kern River Backup Weir - For Board Information 9. WATER BOARD STATEMENTS 10. CLOSED SESSION 11. CLOSED SESSION ACTION 12. ADJOURNMENT POSTED: October 21,, 202 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT BAKERSFIELDT HE SO U ND OF WATER BOARD MEETING DATE: October 23, 2024 AGENDA SECTION: Minutes ITEM: 4. A. TO: Bob Smith, Chairman Bruce Freeman, Member Andrae Gonzales, Member FROM: Kristina Budak, Water Resources Director DATE: October 21, 2024 APPROVED DEPARTMENT HEAD D10e SUBJECT: Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Water Board Meeting of August 21, 2024. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the Minutes of the Regular Water Board Meeting of August 21, 2024. BACKGROUND: BAKERSFIELD THE SOUND OFC5awlAuiay Veoe MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE WATER BOARD - CITY OF BAKERSFIELD Wednesday, August 21, 2024 - 12:00 p.m. Water Resources Conference Room 1000 Buena Vista Rd., Bakersfield, CA 93311 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Smith called the meeting to order at 12.00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Chairman Smith, Member Freeman, Absent: Member Gonzales 3. PUBLIC STATEMENTS — None 4. MINUTES A. Approval of the Minutes of the Special Water Board Meeting of April 17, 2024. Motion by Member Freeman to approve the Minutes of April 17, 2024. APPROVED WITH MEMBER GONZALES ABSENT 5. KERN RIVER LEVEE DISTRICT— None 6. REPORTS A. Water Resources Monthly Report — July 2024 Kristina Budak, Water Resources Director, stated Water Resources Monthly Report was in packets for review. Ms. Budak discussed an item not in the report, which was a mid -July meeting staff had with the US EPA to review required reporting based on the AWIA American Water Infrastructure Act of 2018. Staff not only identified critical assets in our water system that are susceptible to threats, but the Wastewater critical assets as well. Efforts produced a Risk and Resilience Asset Report allowed us to certify all critical assets with the US EPA mid -August 2024. Member Freeman inquired if City of Bakersfield Water System is susceptible to a cyber-attack. Staff explained SCADA system is internal, and operators can run system manually if needed with back up generators at key sites. Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2024 — Page 2 REPORTS (continued) B. Update on Water Conservation in the City's Domestic Water Service Area Tylor Hester, Water Superintendent, started the report with a background recap of Governor Newsom's rescinding the 2021 voluntary 50% reduction in water usage in March 2023 and Level 2 Drought Plan of 2021 order. The City of Bakersfield decided to keep the Level 2 Drought Plan in place, to encourage conservation with our residents. The City of Bakersfield Municipal Water Service area has continued to see a reduction in total usage. This year compared to 2020 we have saved 841 ac-ft. Over the past 4 years the City of Bakersfield Municipal Water Service area has grown, with an increase of 10,000 new residents which equates to 3,000 new service connections. Mr. Hester reviewed graphs of consumption, savings, and consumption vs, growth. Member Freeman inquired about the drop of usage in 2021-2023. Mr. Hester responded with the increased awareness of water conservation, Governor Newsom's call to voluntary 50% reduction and the utilizing the CitySourced App where residents are able to report broken sprinklers, leaks in the road and water wasting, aided in the reduction. Mr. Freeman inquired about public outreach to which staff explained our education partnership with Water Association of Kern County. Examples of public education are wraps round the water tanks and city busses, campaign "Don't be that Guy", Kern County Fair Water Day and turf replacement public outreach all focus on water conservation. Joe Conroy, Public Information Officer, stated there are conservation reminders posted regularly on the City of Bakersfield's social media as well. Daniel Maldonado, Assistant Director — Water Resources, added with the AMI Meter project residents will be able to see their usage in real time and will further encourage water conservation. C. Kern River & Isabella Reservoir Operations Report Miguel Chavez, Hydrographic Supervisor, reported on the Kern River and Isabella Reservoir 2023-2024 water year. Original forecast was projected close to a 100% of average water year but that number has been updated to 90% of average water year. Currently the inflow is 405 cfs, outflow is 1,405 cfs, storage at Isabella Reservoir is at 220,787 ac-ft. Next board meeting Mr. Chavez will have the winter outlook. Chairman Smith inquired to our storage allowable amount going into the winter months. Mr. Chavez stated the Army Corp allows us 170,000 ac-ft of carry over water on November 1st, but a request has been submitted to the Army Corp to increase the amount to 245,000 ac-ft. Of the 170,000 ac-ft allowable, 44,000 is Water Department water. 7. HEARINGS — None 8. NEW BUSINESS A. Sewer Connection Fees for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Evette Roldan, Assistant Director — Wastewater, presented to members of Bakersfield, California, August 21, 2024 — Page 3 the board a PowerPoint presentation for proposed Sewer Connection Fees for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 that will be given at the September 11, 2024, City Council meeting. Ms. Roldan explained what Sewer Connection Fees are and how they are used. Sewer Connection Fees are only used to support growth and not used for operation and maintenance. With sewer, planning for capacity at the treatment plants, infrastructure, trunklines, is necessary 10 to 20 years in advance. Member Freeman asked how much capacity we have for growth before we need to expand. Ms. Roldan explained Plant 3 capacity is 32 mgd and is operating at 18 mgd. Plant 2 capacity is to the point of looking at a future expansion. Discussions have begun regarding collection infrastructure, parallel lines, and choke points. Ms. Roldan explained the methodology and how the fees are calculated. Sewer Connection Fees are determined by utilizing common industry practice of using utility valuation of City facilities which includes treatment plants, sewer infrastructures, facility expansions, and improvements. The last rate increase was in 2010. The proposed connection fee chart was displayed and discussed. Staff recommend adopting the proposed fees. Motion by Member Freeman to Receive and File Report. APPROVED WITH MEMBER GONZALES ABSENT 9. WATER BOARD STATEMENTS — None 10. CLOSED SESSION A. Conference with Legal Counsel — Potential Litigation Closed session pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2), (e)(3) (One matter) Chairman Smith recessed the regular meeting to Closed Session at 12:56 p.m. Chairman Smith adjourned Closed Session and reconvened to the regular meeting at 1:55 p.m. 11. CLOSED SESSION ACTION Deputy City Attorney Collorn stated there is no reportable action regarding Closed Session on Item A. 12. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Smith adjourned the meeting at 1:56 p.m. Bob Smith, Chairman City of Bakersfield Water Board Kimberly Aleman, Secretary City of Bakersfield Water Board qV ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT BAKERSFIELDT HE SO U ND OF WATER BOARD MEETING DATE: October 23, 2024 AGENDA SECTION: Kern River Levee District ITEM: 5. A. TO: Bob Smith, Chairman Bruce Freeman, Member Andrae Gonzales, Member APPROVED FROM: Kristina Budak, Water Resources Director DEPARTMENT HEAD Z�)/Gle DATE: October 21, 2024 SUBJECT: Activities and Budget Update RECOMMENDATION: For Board Information BACKGROUND: The Kern River Levee District was formed in 1928 with the single responsibility to operate and maintain a levee system along the Kern River through Bakersfield. On March 28, 2000, the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) approved the merger of the Kern River Levee District with the City of Bakersfield and establishment of a Subsidiary District. The Kern River Levee District is funded and operated by tax dollars collected from Bakersfield residents who live within the Kern River Levee District Sphere of Influence. Staff will provide an update on Kern River Levee activities and 2024-2025. d oft W ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT BAKERSFIELD WATER BOARD MEETING DATE: October 23, 2024 AGENDA SECTION: Reports ITEM: 6. A. TO: Bob Smith, Chairman Bruce Freeman, Member Andrae Gonzales, Member FROM: Kristina Budak, Water Resources Director DATE: October 21, 2024 SUBJECT: Bellevue River Weir Project RECOMMENDATION: For Board Information A DDD1"1\/Cn DEPARTMENT HEAD �10e BACKGROUND: Water Department Staff will update the Water Board with a presentation of maintenance activities to be performed in the Kern River Channel near Bellevue River Weir. d Pft W ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT BAKERSFIELDTHE SOUND OF��PAWf't?,eor WATER BOARD MEETING DATE: October 23, 2024 AGENDA SECTION: Reports ITEM: 6. B. TO: Bob Smith, Chairman Bruce Freeman, Member Andrae Gonzales, Member APPROVED FROM: Kristina Budak, Water Resources Director DEPARTMENT HEAD �16W DATE: October 21, 2024 SUBJECT: Update on Front Yard Landscape Project at the Water Department RECOMMENDATION: For Board Information BACKGROUND: The Water Department has launched a front yard drought -tolerant landscape project aimed at serving as a model for the community. This initiative seeks to provide residents with an educational resource, showcasing sustainable, water -efficient alternatives that can be implemented in their own homes. By demonstrating these aesthetically pleasing, drought -tolerant landscaping options, the project not only enhances the curb appeal of public spaces but also encourages widespread adoption of environmentally responsible practices. Additionally, this landscape upgrade signals the City's commitment to sustainability and creates a stronger visual presence in the community, setting a positive example for residents to follow. d Pft W ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT BAKERSFIELD WATER BOARD MEETING DATE: October 23, 2024 AGENDA SECTION: New Business ITEM: 8.A. TO: Bob Smith, Chairman Bruce Freeman, Member Andrae Gonzales, Member FROM: Kristina Budak, Water Resources Director DATE: October 21, 2024 SUBJECT: Update on Kern River Backup Weir RECOMMENDATION: For board information. BACKGROUND: APPPnv;n DEPARTMENT HEAD Z�'/tW The scope of work for this project in general consists of replacing the existing Kern River backup weir just east of the Coffee Road bridge. The work will include demolition and removal of existing weir and adjacent retaining wall; removal of existing rubble; and construction of a new reinforced concrete weir with wingwalls and abutment and adjacent retaining wall The Engineer's Estimate for this construction contract was $4,962,871.94. On October 1 st, 2024, three bids were received. The acceptable bids were as follows: Nicholas Construction, Inc. 251 Carsen Way in the amount of 5 309 010.00 Shafter, CA 93263 ' Granite Construction Company 3005 James Road in the amount of Bakersfield, CA 93308 $8,65070.00 ,1 Griffith Company 1 128 Carrier Parkway Ave. in the amount of 9 357 99 Bakersfield, CA 93308 8.2 3 City staff recommends award of the contract to Nicholas Construction for a compensation amount of $5,309,010.00 based on their proposal being the most favorable to the City. In addition, the City received a grant through the State Department of Water Resources Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) program for the Project in the amount of $1,352,109, to be used for the construction of the Project.