Minutes of the Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District Board of Trustees meeting held

 October 2, 2019 @ 6.p.m. at

931 Mitch Drive, Gardnerville Nevada

Pledge of Allegiance:

Trustees Present: John Sheridan, Leann Teter, Dave James, Bob McDowell and Brad Newlon

Also, Present:  Greg Reed, Dawn Hinds, Mike Rowe, Tim Russell and the public

Public Comment:

Cade Baligad suggested if the District was looking for a new project that a parking lot across from CC Meneley would be a benefit to the school and the District.  Trustee John Sheridan will follow up on the process of installing a parking lot.

Approval of the Agenda:

Leann Teter motioned to approve the Agenda.  Brad Newlon seconded the

motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Old Business:

New Business:

I For Possible action: Board discussion and possible action to change the November

Board meeting to Tuesday, November 12, 2019.  Board discussion followed by public

comment.  Possible Board action to change the November Board meeting to Tuesday,

November 12, 2019.

Bob McDowell is not able to attend the regularly scheduled meeting in November and would like the date changed if possible.

John Sheridan motioned to change the November meeting to Tuesday,

November 12, 2019. Dave James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion

passed.

Public Comment: none

II For Possible Action:  Board discussion and possible action to change the January Board

Meeting to a day other than January 1, 2020. Board discussion followed by public

comment.  Possible Board action to change the January Board meeting to a day other

than January 1, 2020.

January 1, 2020 is a National Holiday and the District will be closed.

Leann Teter motioned to change the January meeting to Tuesday, January,

7, 2020.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

III For Possible Action:  Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District

Manager to adopt the Business Impact Statement for the creation of Special Assessment

Board discussion followed by public comment.  Possible Board action to adopt the

Business Impact Statement for the creation of a Special Assessment.

Greg has drafted a Business Impact Statement, which is essential for the creation of a Special Assessment.  If adopted by the Board the proposed Business Impact Statement will be sent to local businesses for feedback.

Dave James thinks the Special Assessment is a great idea and a responsible approach to future development. Greg mentioned the Special Assessment is a living document and should be revisited every three years maximum.  Brad suggested amending the motion to change the math under “Beneficial effects” from $8,000,000.00 to $8,800,000.00.

John Sheridan motioned to adopt the Business Impact Statement for the

creation of a Special Assessment as amended.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

IV For Possible Action:  Board discussion and possible action to open a public hearing

regarding the creation of a Special Assessment.  Board discussion followed by public

comment.  Possible board action to open a public hearing regarding the creation of a

Special Assessment.

Dave James motioned to approve opening a public hearing regarding the

creation of a Special Assessment.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All

Ayes.  Motion passed.  

Public Comment: none

V For Possible Action:  Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District

Manager to move forward with the creation of a Special Assessment.  Board

discussion followed by public comment.  Possible Board Action to authorize the

District Manager to move forward with the creation of a Special Assessment.

A proposed special Assessment Policy has been developed for consideration by the Board.  The Special Assessment would ensure that future development pay for increased infrastructure required to accommodate the new proposed growth.  Vacant lots within the District currently will not be subject to the Special Assessments.  If the Board agrees to move forward, staff will draft Resolution 19-05 and bring it back to the Board for consideration.

John Sheridan motioned to authorize the District Manager to move forward

with the creation of a Special Assessment.  Dave James seconded the motion

All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: Ron Bush verified with the Board that a new lot is created by approval of a final map.  Mike Rowe stated that the recording of the final map would decide when a lot is officially created.

Public Hearing closed @ 6:30 p.m.

Consent Calendar:

Minutes:

Leann Teter motioned to approve the minutes of the September 4, 2019

Board meeting.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion

Passed.

Check Summary:

John Sheridan had a question about a memo on a check.

Leann motioned to continue the approval of the Check Summary for the month of August until the next meeting for verification of the check memo.  Dave James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Reports:

District Engineer:  Tim Russell was present to review the Project Tracking Schedule

District Counsel:  Mike Rowe has been working with Greg and Mike Bennett on the Business Impact Statement.  Mike has also been working on a Memorandum of Unrecorded Grant Agreement, this is a requirement by the State for the Robert Spellberg Recreational Complex.

District Manager:  Today is Greg’s second anniversary with the District.  Greg will be meeting with MGSD staff to discuss the results of the camera work on the sewer line between GRGID and MGSD and budget for future improvements.

Trustee Reports:

John Sheridan had a wonderful time at the League of Cities Conference networking with other small-town representatives.  John announced that was appointed to the Executive Board at the Nevada League of Cities Conference to represent all small towns and GIDs in Nevada.

Dave James complimented John Sheridan in his efforts with the Nevada League of Cities.

Bob McDowell congratulated Dave James on being named Number 1 Dentist in the Carson Valley.

Public Comment: none

Adjournment:

Leann Teter motioned to adjourn the meeting.  Brad Newlon seconded the

Motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

By

___________________________________

Dawn Hinds

Acting Secretary

Minutes of the Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District Board of Trustees Meeting held on Wednesday September 4, 2019 at 5:00 at 931 Mitch Drive, Gardnerville, NV 89460

Pledge of Allegiance:  Leann Teter

Trustees Present:  Leann Teter, Bob McDowell, John Sheridan, Brad Newlon and David James

Also Present:  Greg Reed, Beth Cook, Mike Rowe, Mike Bennett and the public

Public Comment: None

Approval of Agenda: Greg Reed requested to have item 6 removed from the agenda.  Leann Teter motioned to approve the agenda without item 6.  David James seconded the motion. All ayes.  Agenda approved.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Possible Board action to authorize the District Manager to pursue the sale of the District owned vacant property located at 1389 Langley Drive in accordance with the requirements set forth in NRS 318 and SB 279 recently enacted by the Legislature.

Greg explained that the District owns a piece of property at 1389 Langley Drive.  This property was reclassified to a Single Family Residential (SFR) in 2007.  The District also owns 12 other properties which the District has requested changing the classification to SFR.  1389 Langley Drive is a vacant lot that serves no purpose to the District.  Instead of spending additional costs to maintain the property, Greg suggested the District sell the property and use the proceeds for maintaining the parks in the District.

David James motioned to combine items 1 and 2 for discussion and vote separately on each property.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.  

The second property is located at the intersection of Langley Drive and Wheeler Way.  This lot is bigger and could be separated into two lots and sold separately.  The lot could also be sold as-is and the buyer could divide the lot if they desire.  There is a specific procedure that needs to happen to sell these properties according to Senate Bill #279.  Brad Newlon expressed concern over apartments being built on the bigger lot.  He does not want to lose what little open space the District has, to residential homes.  Greg said the proceeds could be earmarked for whatever the Board wanted.  David James would like Greg to investigate the cost of splitting the Langley/Wheeler lot before the District sells it.

John Sheridan motioned to sell 1389 Langley and earmark the proceeds for Capital Improvement in Open Space.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  3 ayes, 2 nays (Bob McDowell, Brad Newlon). Motion passed.

Public Comment:  Ron Bush suggested the District keep the other lots and use for future well field development.

John Sheridan motioned to pursue the sale of the District owned vacant lot at the intersection of Langley Drive and Wheeler Way in accordance with the requirements set forth in NRS 318 and SB 279 recently enacted by the Legislature.  No second.  Item dies due to no action.

Public Comment:  Ron Bush would like to see the District pursue this lot to be split.

2. Possible action to authorize the District Manager to pursue the change of use classification for 11 District owned vacant lots.

Greg explained that there are eleven more lots that have not been converted to Single Family Residential lots.  If the Board agrees, the first step would be to canvass the neighboring homeowners and see if they would approve of selling the lots.  The proceeds would offset the cost of maintaining the parks.

David James motioned to authorize the District Manager to canvas the community to pursue the change of use classification for the 11 District owned vacant lots.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  Chris Coulter asked the Board to remember that Ranchos Sierra and the Serpa properties will eventually be developed.  This will leave less open space for the families living in Ranchos 7 and 8.

3. Possible action to authorize the District Manager to pursue the installation of a splash pad at the Robert Spellberg Recreation Complex.

Greg explained that given the success of the Minden splash pad and that there are now permanent restrooms at the park, he would like the Board to consider the installation of a splash pad.  He provided information on the cost of the splash pad located in Minden.

Brad Newlon motioned to authorize the District Manager to investigate the installation of a splash pad at the Robert Spellberg Recreation Complex.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  Susan Stonestreet suggested using a different type of grass that would not use as much water as sod.  She also feels that there are misconceptions about the water levels in the Valley.

4. Possible Board action to accept the Final Dynamic Flow and Chemistry Profiling Report for Well 5 prepared by BESST, INC.

Mike Bennet and Greg Reed stated that the report notes that there is  arsenic concentration throughout Well 5.  This eliminates the possibility of taking one or more zones offline in an attempt to improve the arsenic levels.  So, Well 5 will continue to be used only in an emergency.  Greg also stated that the District is speciating the arsenic in Well 5 and Well 8 to determine what type of arsenic the District is dealing with.

John Sheridan motioned to accept the Final Dynamic Flow and Chemistry Profiling Report for Well 5 prepared by BESST, Inc.  David James seconded the motion.  All ayes. Motion passed.

Public Comment:  Susan Stonestreet suggested that the properties the District is considering selling should be investigated for possible well sites.

5. Possible Board action to authorize the District Manager to purchase a new 2017 Dodge utility truck to replace the existing 2004 Chevy utility truck at a cost not to exceed $37,000.

This item was put back on the agenda at the request of Trustee Dr. David James.

Dr. James explained that two vehicle replacements were approved by the Board for the 2019/2020 budget.  A truck is used to service all areas of the District.  He looked at the truck in question and he feels that it needs to be replaced.  After the Well 4 project and the reimbursement from MGSD there is money available.  Brad Newlon feels it is not fiscally responsible to purchase a truck currently.

David James motioned to authorize the District Manager to purchase a new utility truck at a cost not to exceed $37000.00  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  3 ayes, 2 nays (Leann Teter, Brad Newlon).  Motion passed.

MINUTES

Leann Teter motioned to approve the minutes of the August 7, 2019 Board meeting with corrections.  David James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

CHECK SUMMARY

Brad Newlon motioned to approve the check summary.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

 

 

REPORTS

District Engineer:  Mike Bennett reviewed the September 2019 tracking schedule.

District Counsel:  Mike Rowe has been working on the Rivertree Ranch annexation and he is working with Greg on a Business Impact Statement.

District Manager:  Greg attended a pre application for the Sierra Ranchos Development today.  Tomorrow he will attend the County Commissioner meeting regarding Chapel Crest.

 

Bob McDowell:  Bob will not be in town for the November 6 meeting.  The Board decided to change the meeting to November 12, 2019.

 

ADJOURNMENT

Leann Teter motioned to adjourn the meeting.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

 

 

 

 

_______________________________

Beth Cook, Acting Secretary

 

 

 

Minutes of the Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District Board of Trustees Meeting held August 7, 2019 @ 5:00 pm at 931 Mitch Drive, Gardnerville Nevada

 Pledge of Allegiance:  Led by Bob McDowell

 Trustees Present: Leann Teter, John Sheridan, Brad Newlon, Bob McDowell and Dave James

 Also Present: Greg Reed, Dawn Hinds, Mike Rowe, Michael Bennett and the public

 Public Comment: Don Morelli was back to updated the board on his project idea to repair sidewalks.

 Approval of the Agenda:

 Leann Teter motioned to approve the Agenda.  Brad Newlon seconded the Motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

 Old Business: none

 New Business:

1. For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action authorizing John

Sheridan’s attendance at the National League of Cities and Municipalities

Conference in San Antonio from November 20^th through November 23^rd, 2019

Board discussion followed by public comment.  Possible board action to

authorize John Sheridan’s attendance at the National League of Cities and

Municipalities Conference in San Antonio from November 20^th through November 23^rd.  Action Item.

John Sheridan explained he has chosen the hotel where the event is taking place and that will save money on a rental car.  Estimated cost $2,661.00, not to exceed $3,000.00.

Dave James motioned to authorize John Sheridan’s attendance at the National

League of Cities and Municipalities Conference in San Antonio from November

20^th through November 23^rd not to exceed $3,000.00.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

500. For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District Manager to purchase Waterworth software at a cost not to exceed $3,500.00.  Board discussion followed by public comment.  Possible board action to authorize the District Manager to purchase Waterworth software at a cost not to exceed $3,500.00.  Action Item.

Greg explained this software will allow the District to determine the long-term rates needed and the proper reserves to maintain.  Waterworth is an affordable and easy to use web-based software tool that will do rate analysis in-house, combined with professional support.  Kingsbury GID is currently using the product and they have recommended it.  Waterworth is funded through an annual subscription at a value of $3,495.00.

John Sheridan motioned to authorize the District Manager to purchase

Waterworth software at a cost not to exceed $3,500.00.  Leann Teter seconded

the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment. None

• For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to consider compensation for Carroll Strickland at 1567 Putter Court in conjunction with the Well #4 replacement project.  Board discussion followed by public comment. possible board action to consider compensation for Carroll Strickland at 1567 Putter Court in conjunction with the Well #4 replacement project.  Action Item.

Greg explained that during the preconstruction meeting and at numerous times after that, the contractor was advised that 1567 Putter Court was off limits and that property was not to be used to access the construction site.  On several occasions the contractor and sub-contractors infringed upon Mr. Strickland’s property.  There was one occasion the chain and posts restricting access to Mr. Strickland’s property were torn out of the ground by a subcontractor.  Although it was fixed immediately by the subcontractor, Mr. Strickland is asking the District for compensation for the inconvenience.  Mr. Strickland would like the District to apply the ground up asphalt base on his property like is being done for his neighbor in addition to no water bill for 12 months.

Greg stated that it would be easy for the District to apply the grindings to Mr. Strickland’s property at the time they are applying grindings to his neighbor Mr. Alfonso.  However, Greg does not believe there is a link between the construction project and payment of a water bill.

After board discussion, Dr. James suggested they let the District Manager meet with the homeowner and negotiate a reasonable solution.

Brad Newlon motioned to continue this item to a later meeting.  Leann Teter

seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

2020. For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District Manager to attend and present at the Nevada Water Resource Association’s Annual conference in Las Vegas in February 2020.  Board discussion followed by public comment.  Possible board action to authorize the District Manager to attend and present at the Nevada Water Resource Association’s Annual Conference in Las Vegas in February 2020. Action Item.

Ed James, the General Manager of the Carson Water Sub Conservancy District has asked Greg if he would attend and present at the Annual Nevada Water Resource Association’s conference in Las Vegas this coming February.

Bob McDowell motioned to continue this item until a later date when financial

Information is available.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  none

1. For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District Manager to purchase a new 2019 Dodge pickup truck to replace the existing 2006 Chevy pickup truck at a cost not to exceed $26,000.00.  Board discussion followed by public comment.  Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District Manager to purchase a new 2019 Dodge pickup truck to replace the existing 2006 Chevy pickup truck at a cost not to exceed $26,000.00.

Action Item.

The vehicle up for replacement is a 2006 pickup truck with 117,885 miles.  The vehicle suggested for purchase is a four-wheel drive pickup and will be used by the Operations Supervisor.  This vehicle and the utility vehicle on the next item were approved in the Budget. Greg believes both vehicles are past their useful life for the District.

Dave James motioned to authorize the District Manager to purchase a new

truck not to exceed $26,000.00.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  Three ayes.  Two nays.  Leann Teter and Brad Newlon stood opposed.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

1. For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District Manager to purchase a new 2017 Dodge utility truck to replace the existing 2004 Chevy utility truck at a cost not to exceed $37,000.00.  Board discussion followed by public comment.  Possible board action to authorize the District Manager to purchase a new 2017 Dodge utility truck to replace the existing 2004 Chevy utility truck at a cost not to exceed $37,000.00

The vehicle up for replacement is a 2004 Chevrolet utility truck with 67,714 miles.  Although this vehicle does not have a lot of miles it has a total of 8,461 hours on its hour meter.  This vehicle needs tires, new seats and the check engine light is on.   Greg believes this vehicle is past its usefulness.  The replacement vehicle chosen is a holdover new 2017 Utility Truck and is available immediately. This vehicle was approved in the budget.

Bob McDowell motioned to authorize the District Manager to purchase a new

utility truck at a cost not to exceed $37,000.00.  Dave James seconded the motion.  Two ayes.  Three nays.  John Sheridan, Leann Teter and Brad Newlon stood opposed.  Motion failed.  

Public Comment: none

Consent Calendar:

Minutes:

Leann Teter motioned to approve the minutes from the May 29, 2019 board meeting.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

John Sheridan motioned to approve the minutes from the July 3, 2019 board meeting.  Dave James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

Check Summary:

Leann Teter motioned to approve the check summary.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

Staff Reports:

District Engineer: Michael Bennett reviewed the Project Tracking schedule for the month of August.

District Counsel: Mike Rowe has reviewed the deed restriction information for the Robert Spellberg Recreational Complex.  A State requirement for the grant for the restrooms is the District have a deed restriction stating the park will always be for public purposes.

District Manager: Greg Reed informed the Board a company called Suez Advanced solutions would like to hold a workshop with the Board to discuss the possibility of an alternative methodology for maintaining the water tanks.  Dates available are October 25^th, November 29^th and December 27^th.  All of these dates happen to fall on a holiday weekend and no one was available.  Greg will ask if other dates are available.

Trustee Reports:

John Sheridan mentioned he would like to see pump test well data.

Dave James reminded the Board that the trucks on this Agenda were already approved in the budget.  He also commented that the Board may want to have a security guard attend the meeting when Rancho Sierra is on the Agenda.

Bob McDowell commented that the new restrooms are of good quality and the staff is keeping them clean.

Brad Newlon commented that the roadways are looking good.

Public Comment: Ron Bush asked about the Chapel Crest Subdivision and was wondering why they were not on the Agenda and if they needed to be approved by the GRGID.  Greg Reed replied that they have been notified to come back before the Board, however he does not know any of their circumstances.

Adjournment:

John Sheridan motioned to adjourn the meeting.  Dave James seconded the Motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

By

____________________________________________

Dawn Hinds

Acting Secretary

Minutes of the Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District Board of Trustees meeting held July 3, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at 931 Mitch Drive, Gardnerville Nevada

Trustees Present:  John Sheridan, David James, Brad Newlon, Leann Teter and Bob McDowell

Also Present:  Greg Reed, Beth Cook, Mike Rowe, Michael Bennett and the public.

Pledge of Allegiance:  Led by Brad Newlon

Public Comment:  Don Morelli presented to the Board his idea for a product to repair sidewalks in the Ranchos.  Brad suggested he give Greg a call next week to schedule an appointment with him to discuss his product.

Approval of the Agenda:  Leanne Teter motioned to approve the agenda.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Agenda approved.

Public Comment:  None

NEW BUSINESS

1. Possible action to authorize John Sheridan’s attendance to the National League of Cities and Municipalities Conference in San Antonio from November 20^ththrough November 23^rd.

John explained that he feels this would be a good opportunity to gain information and network with fellow attendees.

David James motioned to table the item until the August meeting so John could present an approximate cost for the trip.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes. Motion passed.

2. Possible action to modify the monthly Board meeting start times.

Greg explained that currently the Board meetings begin at 6:00 p.m.  Often when the agenda is full, the meeting can last up to 3 hours or more.  Moving the meeting to an earlier time would allow the Board to finish at a more reasonable hour.

John Sheridan motioned to move the meeting to 5:00 p.m. beginning August 7, 2019. David James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  Ron Bush is in favor of moving the meeting to 5:00 p.m.

3. Possible action to authorize the District Manager to move forward with advertising for the creation of a Special Assessment.

Greg explained that this item was put back on the agenda because he wanted the Board to have a chance to ask any further questions regarding creating a Special Assessment.  The Special Assessment is being created to ensure that future development pay for the increased infrastructure required to accommodate the associated growth.  The next step would be to advertise, provide a Business Impact Statement, and hold a public hearing, then it would come back before the Board for consideration.  There will be several more opportunities for the public to comment.

David James motioned to authorize the District Manager to move forward with advertising for the creation of a Special Assessment.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  Ron Bush agrees with the idea of a Special Assessment.

4. Board action to authorize the District Manager to purchase a crack sealing machine from

Construction Sealants at a cost not to exceed $55,000.00

Greg stated that the District’s crack sealing machine has failed.  The District filed an insurance claim, but the claim was denied.  Greg provided two quotes for crack sealing equipment.  To replace the Crafco machine with a new unit will be $55,000.00.  If the Board decides to repair the existing machine, it will cost between $25,000 – $35,000.

John Sheridan motioned to authorize the District Manager to purchase a crack sealing machine from Construction Sealants at a cost not to exceed $55,000.00.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  None

5. Board action to increase compensation for Board members effective January 1, 2021.

Greg explained that the last time the District increased compensation was January 2007.  According to NRS 318 the Board can receive up to $9000.00 per year.  Any increase that would occur would not be effective until January 2021.  David James feels it is an appropriate time to vote for this now and this may bring incentive to have future candidates run for the Board.  Bob McDowell suggested moving up a step in 2021 and raising it up to $750.00 two years later.

David James motioned to increase the compensation for Board members to $9000.00 a year plus PERS beginning January  2021.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  3 ayes, 2 nays (Brad Newlon, Leann Teter).  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  Ron Bush feels the Board deserves an increase in compensation.

MINUTES

David James motion to table approval of the May 29, 2019 minutes until corrections are made.  Leann seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion approved.

CHECK SUMMARY

John Sheridan motioned to approve the check summary.  David James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

REPORTS

District Engineer:  Mike Bennett reviewed the tracking schedule.

District Counsel:  Mike Rowe stated that the dirt and rock piles off of Drayton have been removed.

District Manager:  Greg reviewed his July 2019 Manager’s report.

TRUSTEES REPORTS

Brad Newlon:  Would like to make sure the weeds on the corner of Wheeler and Langley are sprayed.

Public Comment:  Ron Bush stated that the Chapel Crest development may come before the planning commission in August with revisions to the plans.

ADJOURNMENT

John Sheridan motioned to adjourn the meeting.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.

 

____________________________

Beth Cook, Acting Secretary

Minutes of the Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District Board of Trustees meeting and Budget Hearing held May 29, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. @ 931 Mitch Drive, Gardnerville, NV 89460

 Pledge of Allegiance:

 Trustees Present: John Sheridan, Dave James, Brad Newlon, Leann Teter and Bob McDowell

 Also Present: Michael Bennett, Mike Rowe, Greg Reed, Dawn Hinds and the public.

Public Comment: None

Greg suggested delaying Item I on the agenda because Alan Reed was running late.

 Approval of the Agenda:

 John Sheridan motioned to delay Item I and hear Item II first and approve the

Agenda with changes.  Dave James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion

passed.

 Old Business: None

New Business:

 II For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action regarding the 2019/2020

Health Insurance renewal as proposed by L/P Insurance.  Board discussion followed

by public comment. Possible Board action to accept the 2019/2020 Health insurance

renewal proposal prepared by L/P Insurance.

Greg Reed explained that at a previous meeting the Board approved a Health Insurance package where the District would receive a discount by joining the Better Business Bureau.  However, as a government entity, the District is not eligible to join the BBB.

Nate Kerr of L/P Insurance prepared a new package and presented it to the Board.  The District is currently insured by Hometown Health and the Carson City Chamber of Commerce has a similar plan to that offered by the BBB.  This plan shows an increase in premiums; however, it is an age banded plan.  Recently an older employee retired, and a much younger employee was hired.  Because of this age banded plan, the District will see an overall decrease in annual premiums of $7,776.00 with this plan.

Dave James motioned to adopt Health Insurance Package PPO 500 for 2019/2020 as proposed by L/P Insurance.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes. Motion passed.

Public Comment: none      

I For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action regarding the District’s

Insurance renewal package from the Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool for Fiscal

Year 2019/2020.  Board discussion followed by public comment.  Possible Board action

to approve the Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool renewal package for fiscal year

2019/2020.

Alan Reed presented his insurance renewal package from the Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool for fiscal year 2019-2020.  The District’s premium is up ($35,545) 21% from last year ($29,284).  Payroll is down 5% and the building and content limits have increased ($9,190,160) 32% from last year ($6,915,630).  The District currently has 11 vehicles insured.

Brad Newlon motioned to accept the District’s insurance renewal package as

presented from the Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool for fiscal year

2019/2020. John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment: none

III For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to adopt Resolution 19-04

to update the District’s Cross Connection Control Policy as required by the State of

Nevada Bureau of Safe Drinking Water.  Board discussion followed by public comment.

possible Board action to adopt Resolution 19-04 updating the District’s Cross Connection Control Policy as required by the State of Nevada Bureau of Safe Drinking

Water.

The District’s Cross Connection Control Policy needs to be updated every five years.

John Sheridan motioned to adopt Resolution 19-04 to update the District’s

Cross Connection Control Policy as required by the State of Nevada Bureau

of Safe Drinking Water.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion

passed.

 Public Comment: none

IV For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District

Manager to enter into a contract with BESST to evaluate the zones in Well #5 for

water quality analyses.  Board discussion followed by public comment.  Possible

action to authorize the District Manager to enter into contract with BESST to evaluate

the zones in Well #5 for water quality analyses.

The goal of this work is to identify zones of discrete arsenic concentrations within the screened interval of the well to determine if there is potential for blocking zones and reducing the overall arsenic concentration pumped from Well 5.

The three test methods and companies explored are as follows:

1. Dynamic Spinner Survey by Pacific Surveys, LLC
2. Dynamic Flow Survey by BESST, Inc.
3. Hydrophysical Logging by COLOG

Lumos and Associates prepared an analysis on the three proposals presented on evaluating the water quality in different zones in Well #5.  Lumos recommends the District contract with BESST to conduct the analysis.  BESST can conduct the study without removing the pump and motor from Well #5, thus saving money and simplifying the process.

Dave James motioned to authorize the District Manager to enter into a contract with BESST to evaluate the zones in Well #5 for water quality analyses at a cost not to exceed $30,000.00.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes. Motion passed.

Public Comment: Ron Bush belongs to Ranchos Neighbors for Responsible Growth: This group was formed primarily in opposition to the Ranchos Sierra Project.  The arsenic in Well #5 is of great concern and this test is very important to the group.

V For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District

Manager to move forward with advertising for the creation of a Special Assessment.

Board Discussion followed by public comment.  Possible board action to authorize the

District Manager to move forward with advertising for the creation of a Special

Assessment.

Greg explained that he and the District engineer and District Counsel have met to come up with language to potentially create a Special Assessment to ensure that future development pays for the increased infrastructure required to accommodate the associated growth.  Creation of a Special Assessment requires written notification in the paper with at least 30 days’ notice because it is a change in rates.

Michael Bennett and Mike Rowe briefly reviewed their contributions to creating the proposal and answered questions from the Board.

Greg added that the Special Assessment is for future homes not existing customers.  Greg will create a specific account for Special Assessment money and that account would be used to improve infrastructure going forward, for example a new water tank, pump station etc.… Greg wants to make this Special Assessment part of policy sooner than later in preparation for future development.

John Sheridan stated he would like to have time to review the details and methodologies before voting.

 Dave James motioned to authorize the District Manager to move forward with advertising for the creation of a Special Assessment.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  Three ayes.  Brad Newlon and John Sheridan stood opposed.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment:  Susan Stonestreet stated that she has lived in many places and there was always an assessment, it is expected.  She believes an assessment will make the development a little bit smarter.  Ms. Stonestreet also asked the board to consider adding incentives for developers to put in water wise technology and xeriscaping.

VI For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District Manager to formulate a response to the Douglas County Commissioners regarding

the formation of a Committee to consider the merger/consolidation/dissolution of

County GIDs.  Board discussion followed by public comment.  Possible Board action

to authorize the District Manager to formulate a response to the Douglas County

Commissioners regarding the formation of a committee to consider the merger/

consolidation/dissolution of county GIDs.

Greg explained that in June 2018 the Douglas County Commissioners voted 4 – 1 against the

creation of a committee, however, the current Commissioners are taking this item on

again.  This item was on the May 16^th Agenda and was never heard.  Greg would like to have

a response prepared in advance from the GRGID in case this item comes back before the

Commissioners. Items to consider are: First, the Commissioners have already rejected forming

a committee once.  Second, the Commissioners already have the authority to merge/

consolidate and dissolve GIDS under NRS 318.490. Third, if the commission goes forward

with the creation of their Committee, at least one member of the committee should represent

GIDs.

John Sheridan motioned to authorize the District Manager /Board Chairman to

deliver a response to the Douglas County Commissioners regarding the

formation of a committee to consider the merger/consolidation/dissolution of

County GIDs.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment:  Ron Bush stated this is the sleeper issue of the year.  It is all about control

and money.

VII For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to open a public hearing

regarding the District’s tentative budget for fiscal year 2019/2020.  Board discussion

followed by public comment.  Possible Board action to open a public hearing regarding the District’s tentative budget for fiscal year 2019/2020.

Leann Teter motioned to approve opening a public hearing regarding the District’s 2019/2020 final budget. John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

 VIII For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to approve the 2019/2020

final budget.  Board discussion followed by public comment.  Possible Board action to

approve the 2019/2020 final budget.

Greg reviewed the final recommended budget with the Board.

Dave James motioned to approve the 2019/2020 final budget.  John Sheridan

seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment: none

Consent Calendar:

 Minutes:

 Leann Teter motioned to approve the minutes from the May  8, 2019 Board

Meeting.  Dave James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment: none

Check Summary:

Leann Teter motioned to approve the check summary.  Brad Newlon seconded

the motion.  Four ayes.  John Sheridan abstained. Motion passed.

 Staff Reports:

 District Engineer, Michael Bennett reviewed his project tracking schedule dated May 29, 2019.

District Counsel, Mike Rowe has been working with staff on matters on the Agenda and has had discussion with Greg on the creation of a Business Impact Statement.

District Manager, Greg Reed mentioned that the restrooms at the Robert Spellberg Recreational Complex are now open for business.  The Restrooms have an electronic timer which locks the doors in the evening.

Trustee Reports:

 John Sheridan requested the District update the well pumping capacity from each well so there are updated values.  John also asked to attend the Nevada League of Cities annual Conference in San Antonio, Texas in November.

Public Comment: none

 Adjournment:

John Sheridan motioned to adjourn the meeting.  Dave James seconded the

motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.

By

____________________________ Dawn Hinds

Acting Secretary

Minutes of the Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District Board of Trustees meeting held Wednesday, May 8, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m. at 931 Mitch Drive, Gardnerville, NV 89460

Pledge of Allegiance:  Led by Leann Teter

Trustees Present:  Bob McDowell, Leann Teter, Brad Newlon, David James and John Sheridan.

Also Present:  Greg Reed, Beth Cook, Mike Rowe, Mike Bennett and the public.

Public Comment: None

Approval of the Agenda:  Brad Newlon motioned to remove item 1 on the agenda to be put on an agenda at a future meeting and approve the agenda.  David James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Agenda approved.

Public Comment:  None

Old Business: None

New Business

2. Possible action to assist the C.C. Meneley school in relocating the crosswalks at their campus on Muir Drive.

Cade Baligad was present to explain that he has been in contact with the County regarding relocating and adding crosswalks on Muir Drive.  The County has asked that Mr. Baligad get approval from the District concerning maintaining the crosswalks.  The District is prepared to maintain the crosswalks once they are approved.  Mr. Baligad is also requesting that the District provide engineering services such as a drawing  for the crosswalks.  The existing signs can be moved, and one additional sign will be added.  Mike Bennett added that the drawings that are needed would be covered in the Engineering retainer.

David James motioned to have the District show its support by committing to  painting the crosswalks and providing the signage at the District’s expense aside from engineering expenses.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: None

3. Possible action to assign Board Members and/or staff to the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce, Nevada League of Cities and Municipalities, Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool, Liaison to County Commission, and Government Boards within the County.

Greg Reed stated that any of these that the Board doesn’t pick up, he will cover as he has in the past.

John Sheridan would like to participate in the Nevada League of Cities.  David James would like to continue with the Chamber of Commerce.  Bob McDowell would like to attend the County Commissioners meeting when he is made aware by Greg of items pertinent to the District on the agenda.

Brad Newlon motioned to approve the assignments to the  committees with John Sheridan serving as liaison to the Nevada League of Cities, David James with the Chamber of Commerce, and Greg Reed filling the needs on the other committees with advisement to Bob.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  None

4. Possible action to accept the 2019/2020 Health Insurance renewal as proposed by L/P Insurance.

Greg Reed reviewed the various options of medical insurance available to the District.  He explained that the District currently has Hometown Health.  To renew a similar plan, it would cost the District an additional $22,715.  But, if the District joins the Better Business Bureau at a cost of $600.00 per year, the District could get the same exact plan with an increase of $5,960.  District Staff believes the best option would be to adopt the Hometown Health Option 1 after joining the BBB.

John Sheridan motioned to accept option 1 Hometown Health PPO 500 plan offered through Insurance with the expectation to join the Better Business Bureau.  David James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  None

5. Possible action to direct the District Manager to finalize the 2019/2020 tentative budget.

Greg reviewed the 2019/2020 tentative budget with the Board.

David James motioned to direct the District Manager to finalize the fiscal year 2019/2020 tentative budget.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: None

6. Possible action to update the District’s Cross Connection Control Policy as required by the State of Nevada Bureau of Safe Drinking Water.

Greg Reed explained that every 3 to 5 years the State conducts a sanitary survey and they evaluate certain programs the District has in place.  They found 3 items that needed to be addressed.  One, update the Cross-Connection Control Manual, second,  update the Emergency Response Plan and third, update the Operations and Maintenance Manual.  Greg made the updated changes to the Cross-Connection Manual for the Board to approve.  Then Greg will bring it back to the Board as a Resolution.

John Sheridan motioned to adopt the recommended changes to the District’s Cross Connection Control Policy with recommended changes to paragraph 2-34 and 2-36.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: None

7. Possible action to accept the 2018 Water Quality Report.

Greg put together a draft of the Water Quality Report.  He left 2 areas open that the District could insert additional items if the Board wishes.  Upcoming changes to drinking water regulations will require this report be posted 2 times per year instead of one.

Leann Teter motioned to adopt the 2018 Water Quality Report.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  None

8. Possible action to authorize the District Manager to purchase a water meter for installation in the Long Valley Booster.

Greg explained that in order to determine the best option for refurbishment of the station, the District needs data on the pumping capacity of the station.  He provided a quote of $6595.00 for a magnetic meter.  There is money in the 2018/2019 budget, or the Board can elect to wait and add this item to the 2019/2020 budget.

David James motioned to authorize the District Manager to purchase a water meter for installation in the Long Valley Booster Station in the 2018/2019 budger.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  None

9. Possible action to authorize the District Manager to enter into a contract for the 2019/2020 Street Maintenance Project to the lowest responsible bidder.

Greg provided the Board Members with the bids for the street project.  After Lumos checked to see if their contractor’s license is of good standing, the lowest bidder was Sierra Nevada Construction.

Leann Teter motioned to authorize the District Manager to enter into a contract for the 2019/2020 street maintenance project with Sierra Nevada Construction.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: None

10. Possible action to authorize the District Manager to enter into contracts for the 2019/2020 manhole rehabilitation project and inspection to the lowest bidders.

Mike Bennett explained that one bid was received.  Express Sewer and Drain is a Nevada contractor license of good standing.  There was also a bid from BCTS for inspection services included.  As Lumos was going through the bid, Express Sewer did not follow the instructions for the Addendum and did not include it in the bid package resulting in the numbers not adding up.  Mike Bennett recommended that the District change the overall bid amount to $89,600.00 and reduce the contingency by the Addendum amount.  Mike Rowe suggests the District get an acknowledgment in writing stating  Mike’s recommendation.  David James would like to have Express Sewer rewrite the bid with the correct numbers as proposed.

Brad Newlon motioned to authorize the District Manager to enter in a contract for the 2019/2020 manhole rehabilitation project noting the adjustments to the bid that will be put in writing in the contract plus the approval of BCTS contract not to exceed $5,930.00.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  4 ayes, 1 nay (David James).  Motion passed.

Public Comment

11. Possible action to adjust the District Manager’s salary for fiscal year 2019/2020.

Greg Reed reviewed his 2018/2019 goals and objectives and presented his 2019/2020 goals with objectives.  He would like any adjustments that are made to his salary become effective at the end of this fiscal year so he will be consistent with the rest of the District employees.  Bob McDowell suggested the District develop a program for future financing for road maintenance.  Brad Newlon suggested the District consider various proposals for the empty property across from C.C. Meneley.

John Sheridan motioned to approve the goals for fiscal year 2019/2020 including the 2 additional suggestions made by the Board, with a salary adjustment of 2% cost of living and a 3% salary increase shifting the effective date to July 2019 from October 2019.  David James seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: None

CONSENT CALENDAR

MINUTES

Brad Newlon motioned to approve the minutes of the April 2019 meeting with changes.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  4 ayes,  Bob McDowell abstained because he did not attend that meeting.

Public Comment: None

CHECK SUMMARY

Brad Newlon motioned to approve the check summary.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: None

REPORTS

District Engineer:  Mike Bennett reviewed the May 2019 tracking schedule.

District Counsel: Mike Rowe reported that he, Mike Bennett and Greg met over the special assessment memo and the formula for those special assessments.  Mike is also working on some discrepancies over easements on Topaz.

District Manager:  Greg reviewed his May 2019 Manager’s report.

REPORTS

David James stated that the Chamber of Commerce is in the process of electing a new Board.  He is concerned about  discarded spoil at the Holstein Farms project.  The permit for the spoil being stored there had a 3-month cap which is to end in July.  His concern is, now that the property is up for sale, the discarded spoil may not be cleared or properly compacted.  Greg addressed a letter to Holstein Farms LLC, and he will distribute a copy of the letter to the Board.  David would like this issue to be an item on the next agenda.

ADJOURNMENT

John Sheridan motioned to adjourn the meeting.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.

________________________________

Beth Cook, Acting Secretary

Minutes of the

Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District

Board of Trustees meeting held April 3, 2019 at

6:30 p.m. @ 931 Mitch Drive

Gardnerville, Nevada 89460

 

Pledge of Allegiance: Led by Leann Teter

 Trustees Present: John Sheridan, Dave James, Leann Teter and Brad Newlon.  Bob McDowell was absent.

 Also Present: Greg Reed, Dawn Hinds, Mike Rowe and Michael Bennett and the public

 Public Comment: Cade Baligad asked how Mitch Park was coming along and if the District was ready to consider another project in the area across from C.C. Meneley.  Cade suggested the District could begin with a parking lot across from the school.  The parking lot would provide access to the property and provide parking for the parents of children attending C.C. Meneley.

 Approval of the Agenda:

 Dave James requested that the budget discussion be moved from item 7 to Item 3 as he needs to leave at 8:15 this evening.

John Sheridan motioned to move Item 7 to follow Item 2.  Leann Teter

seconded the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 Dave James motioned to approve the Agenda as amended.  John Sheridan

seconded the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 

Public Comment: none

 Old Business: none

 New Business:

 

I For Possible Action: Board discussion regarding modification of the District’s

Personnel Manual regarding the dispensation of sick time upon separation from the

District.  Board discussion followed by public comment. Possible action to modify the

District’s Personnel Manual regarding the dispensation of sick time upon separation

from the District. Action Item.

 

This item is a carryover from last month’s Board Meeting.  Greg conducted a survey of other local government entities regarding their sick leave payout.  Upon completion of the survey Greg came up with 5 potential modifications to the District Policy on dispensation of sick time which he reviewed with the Board.  The Board discussed these options and, in the end, decided to keep the District’s dispensation of sick time as is currently written.

Dave James motioned to retain the existing sick time policy.  Leann Teter

seconded the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.  

 Public Comment: none

II For Possible Action: Board discussion regarding a request from retiring District

employee Doug Shaffer for payment of additional sick time and compensation for

insurance premiums.  Board discussion followed by public comment. Possible action

to authorize the District Manager to dispense payment of additional sick time and

compensation for insurance premiums for retiring District employee Doug Shaffer or

any combination thereof.  Action Item.

 Greg explained this is a carryover from last month’s meeting.  Doug is asking for an additional sick time payout and medical payments until he can collect Medicare in September 2019; in the past the Board has distributed additional sick time and insurance premium payments to a District retiree.

Dave James mentioned that because of the previous motion they could not consider a change in sick payout for Doug, but the Board could consider a onetime appreciation or retirement bonus.

Brad was concerned about the constituents and setting a precedence for future retirees that may want to come to Board with requests.  Brad mentioned that the previous retiree who received payout was a different employee situation.

Dave James motioned to follow District Policy as stated.  Leann Teter seconded

the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment:   none

 VII For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to adopt the 2019/2020

Tentative Budget.  Board discussion followed by public comment. Possible Board action

to adopt the 2019/2020 Tentative Budget. Action Item.

 Greg reviewed the 2019-2020 tentative budget with the Board.  The tentative budget includes funding for road maintenance in keeping with prior year’s processes, salary increases, sewer main rehabilitation, purchasing spare pumps and motors for all four lift stations and creating a lawn area at the Robert Spellberg Recreation Complex.

John Sheridan motioned to adopt the fiscal year 2019-2020 tentative budget.

Dave James seconded the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment: none

III For Possible Action: Board discussion regarding Resolution 2019-03 regarding updating

The District’s Personnel Manual by creating the position of Operations Supervisor.

Board discussion followed by public comment. Possible action to adopt Resolution

2019-03 approving changes to the District Personnel Manual by creating the position of

Operations Supervisor. Action Item.

 Resolution 19-03 will create a new position of Operations Supervisor.  This is a carryover from the last board meeting.

 John Sheridan motioned to adopt Resolution 19-03 approving changes to the

District Personnel Manual by creating the position of Operations Supervisor.

Leann Teter seconded the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment: none

 IV For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action regarding the Pavement

Management Plan created by Lumos & associates.  Board discussion followed by public

comment.  Possible action to incorporate the 2019/2020 recommendations of the

Pavement Management Plan created by Lumos & Associates. Action Item.

Greg reviewed the pavement management plan with the Board.  The District’s roads currently have an average PCI of 76.  Greg asked the Board what their philosophy is: Does the district want to maintain the 76 PCI or consider dropping it to a 70 PCI, which is still good.  Mike Bennett explained that the Pavement Management Program is a decision-making tool.  A typical design life of a road is usually 20 plus years, with proper maintenance that span 30 plus years.  Mike stated it is cheaper to maintain a high-quality road than it is to maintain or try to bring a low-quality road up to higher quality.

Dave James motioned to accept the recommendations of the Pavement

Management Plan created by Lumos and Associates for the 2019 – 2020

fiscal year.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment: none

 V For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to adopt the network security assessment conducted by Gridsmart.  Board discussion followed by public comment.

possible action to adopt the network security assessment conducted by Gridsmart.

Action Item.

 Greg explained the District was eligible for a network security assessment through the Nevada Pool/Pact.  The assessment was free.  Overall the District network security was in pretty good shape.  They didn’t try to do any malicious hacking, but they did try to get into the network internally and externally.

John Sheridan motioned to adopt the network security assessment conducted

By Gridsmart.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment: none

 VI For Possible Action: Board discussion on assignments to various Boards.  Board discussion followed by public comment. Possible Board action to assign Board

members and/or staff to the Carson valley Chamber of commerce, Nevada League of

Cities and Municipalities, Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool, Liaison to County

Commission and Government boards within the County. Action Item.

 Dave James motioned to continue this item until the May meeting.  Leann

Teter seconded the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment: none  

 Consent Calendar: For Possible Action:

 Minutes:

 Leann Teter motioned to approve the minutes from the March 6, 2019 Board

meeting.  Dave James seconded the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment: none

 Check Summary:

 Leann Teter motioned to approve the consent calendar.  Dave James seconded

the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 Public Comment: none

 Staff Reports:

 District Engineer Michael Bennett reviewed his project tracking schedule for April 2019.

District Counsel Mike Rowe stated it has been a quiet month and he worked on Resolution 19-03 and reviewed the special assessment memorandum.

District Manager Greg Reed commented that the District has heard from MGSD that a portion of the settlement money the District has paid to them will be refunded in May.  They successfully claimed the incident with the digester on their insurance and were paid back.  The District’s portion will be a little over $200,000.00 which will be deposited into the sewer fund.

 Trustee Reports:

 Public Comment: none

 Adjournment:

 John Sheridan motioned to adjourn.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  Four ayes.  Motion passed.

 Meeting adjorned at 8:20 p.m.

 By

  

__________________________________

Dawn Hinds

Acting Secretary

Minutes of the Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District Board of Trustees meeting held Wednesday March 6, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m. at 931 Mitch Drive, Gardnerville, NV.

 Pledge of Allegiance:  Led by Leann Teter

Trustees Present:  John Sheridan, Brad Newlon, David James, Leann Teter and Bob McDowell.

Also Present:  Greg Reed, Beth Cook, Mike Rowe, Mike Bennett and the public.

Public Comment:  None

Approval of the agenda:  Leann Teter motioned to approve the agenda for the March 6, 2019 agenda.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Agenda approved.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Possible action to authorize the District Manager to dispense payment of additional sick time and compensation for insurance premiums for retiring District employee Doug Shaffer or any combination thereof.

Greg Reed explained that Doug has been an employee of the District for 17 years.  He is the Lead Person in charge of the outside crews.  Doug has approximately 750 sick time hours on the books.  He has asked for additional sick time in payout and compensation for insurance premiums.  Greg explained that per policy the employee can accrue 15 sick days per year, and they are able to bank those hours over time.  In the past the Trustees have made some accommodations for another employee that has retired.  Currently the policy states that the employee can get paid 50% of their accrued sick days up to 90 days (720 hours)  at 50% pay which amounts to 22.5 days of sick time pay out.  Greg responded to Doug’s letter stating that he cannot grant Doug’s request for full payment of sick time because that goes against the current policy in the manual, but he will present it before the Board of Trustees for their consideration.  In addition, Doug is asking to be compensated for his insurance premiums from May through September while he is on his wife’s insurance for a total of $1148.00.  This is also in conflict with the Personnel Manual, so Greg is requesting the Board consider this request also.  The decision the Board makes could set a precedent for the District.  Mike Rowe explained that the Board does have the ability and the authority to waive the policy if they so choose.  David James suggested the Board give Doug a bonus in an equal amount to cover his insurance, instead of stating it is for insurance and therefore that will not set a precedent for the District.  John Sheridan feels that the District should stay with the current policy, but he agrees with Dr. James that a bonus would  be appropriate.

David James motioned to separate the 2 items.  One item pertaining to the sick time payout and the second item regarding the insurance payout.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Item One:  David James suggested the Board give Doug a bonus for his performance of $6000.00 – $7000.00  as a lump sum to do as he wishes.

Item Two:  David James suggested Doug receive sick leave based on the provisions of the Personnel Manual.

Brad Newlon would like to compute numbers before a decision is made.  The total comes out to $7560.00 per the Policy Manual.  Doug is requesting full pay of $30,240.00.  John does not want to go against what the policy states, but he feels Doug should be compensated for his performance possibly up to 50% more which would be an additional $7500.00.  Brad feels the full payment is unrealistic, but he does think that some sort of additional bonus is feasible.  David does think the District should revisit the sick time payout policy at a future date.  He suggested Doug receive sick leave based on the current policy.  Leann stated that changing the policy would give the employees incentive to stay with the District.

David James motioned that Doug receive the prescribed sick leave based on what is stated in the Personnel Manual.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

David James suggested the policy be changed and that Doug receive an additional bonus of $12,000.00.  Bob McDowell suggested $5000.00.  Leann suggested and additional $8000.00.  John suggested $9000.00.  Greg stated that the Board does not have to make a decision on either item today because the sick leave policy could be changed between now and May 10^th when Doug leaves.

David motioned to table the second item regarding  consideration of a retirement bonus until a later date.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

 

2. Possible action to adopt Resolution 2019-02 approving changes to the District Personnel Manual as suggested by District Staff.

Greg explained that Resolution 2019-02 details changes from the prior step salary advancement method to the newly adopted Min/Midpoint/Max compensation system developed by Pontifex.

Brad Newlon wanted it noted that he was against changing the current step salary advancement system.

John Sheridan motioned to adopt Resolution 19-02 approving changes to the District’s Personnel Manual.  David James seconded the motion.  4 ayes. 1 nay (Brad Newlon).  Motion passed.

Public Comment: None

 

3. Possible action to authorize the District Manager to create the position of Operation Supervisor and eliminate the position of District Lead Person.

Greg stated that with Doug retiring he would like to change his title to a more modern title by combining the District Lead Person and the District Foreman position to one position.  He would like to rename the position from District Lead Person to Operations Supervisor.

Bob would like Greg to add “minor construction” to the list of responsibilities of the Operations Supervisor.

Brad Newlon motioned to authorize the District Manager to create the position of Operations Supervisor and eliminate the position of District Lead Person.  John Sheridan seconded the motion. All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: Ron Bush asked if Greg would be eliminating a position or combining 2 positions.  Greg replied that he is creating a new position and eliminating 2 positions.

 

4. Possible action to approve changes to the District’s Personnel Manual as suggested by District staff.

 

Greg explained that with the creation of the position of Operation supervisor, the Personnel Manual will need to be updated.

David James motioned approve the proposed changes to the District’s Personnel Manual.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: None.

 

5. Possible action to adopt the Pavement Management Plan created by Lumos and Associates.

Mike Bennett of Lumos and Associates reviewed the 2019 Pavement Management Plan.  Overall the road conditions in the District are “very good”.  The plan indicates that the District will need to spend additional money on the roads to maintain their current conditions.

Brad Newlon motioned to adopt the District Pavement Management Program developed by Lumos and Associates.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment:  Ron Bush asked how the Capital Improvement Plan relates to maintaining pot holes throughout the District.  Greg stated that they are 2 separate issues.  The pot hole situations will be handled on an individual basis.

6. Possible Board action to approve working with L/P Insurance on a new large group health insurance plan through Nevada League of Cities and Municipalities

Greg explained to the Board that the District is currently enrolled in a small group plan with age-banded premiums.  Consolidated large group plans are now allowed again.  L/P Insurance along with the League are asking us to consider a new consolidated plan  that would provide better coverage than we have now and would cost approximately $700.00 less per year that the District is currently paying.

David James motioned to authorize the District Manager to work with L/P Insurance through the Nevada League of Cities to develop a group health insurance plan for fiscal year 2020.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: None

 

7. Possible Board action to reschedule the May and June 2019 Board meetings.

Bob McDowell will be unable to attend the May 1, 2019 meeting.  May 20 – May 31, 2019 are the available dates for the District to hold a public hearing top adopt the final budget.

David James motioned to move one meeting to May 8, 2019 and the second meeting to May 29, 2019. This would include the final budget meeting and the June Meeting.  Leann Teter seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.  David James reminded the Board that the July 5^th meeting has been moved to June 29^th.

Public Comment: None

CONSENT CALENDAR

MINUTES

Leann Teter motioned to approve the minutes of February 6, 2019 with changes.  All ayes.  Minutes approved

CHECK SUMMARY

David James motioned to approve the check summary.  Brad Newlon seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Motion passed.

Public Comment: None

REPORTS

District Engineer:  Mike Bennett reviewed the March 2019 tracking schedule.

Mike Rowe: Mike Rowe worked on Resolution 19-02.  He also reviewed the special assessment memo and it will probably be on next months agenda.

Greg Reed:  Greg reviewed his report and discussed Senate bill 231 that will be going through the legislature soon.  He also included a summary of the water and sewer rates in Carson Valley.

Public Comment: None

REPORTS

None

Public Comment: None

ADJOURNMENT:  Leann Teter motioned to approve the meeting.  John Sheridan seconded the motion.  All ayes.  Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m

____________________________

Beth Cook, Acting Secretary

Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District
Board of Trustees Meeting
held February 6, 2019 @ 6:00 p.m.
931 Mitch Drive,
Gardnerville, NV 89460

Pledge of Allegiance: led by John Sheridan

Trustees Present: Bob McDowell, Leann Teter, Dave James, John Sheridan and Brad Newlon

Also Present: Greg Reed, Dawn Hinds, Mike Rowe, Michael Bennett and the public

Public Comment: John Engles suggested that anyone who hasn’t read the recently released “Tire Gate report” should read it.

Approval of the Agenda:

Dave James motioned to approve the Agenda. Leann Teter seconded the
motion. All ayes. Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

Old Business: none

New Business:

I For Possible Action: Review and approve district counsel’s summary of tortious claims
for 2018. Board discussion followed by public comment. Possible Board action to
review and approve district counsel’s summary of tortious claims for 2018. Action Item.

Mike Rowe reported that NRS requires that a summary of claims report must be filed with the governing body on or before February 1st of each year. The report indicated that no claims were paid and there are no open or unpaid claims.

Dave James motioned to review and approve the District Counsel’s summary of Tortious Claims and make it part of the District’s Records. John Sheridan seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

II For Possible Action: Board discussion regarding Resolution 2019-01 regarding updating
the District’s Policy and Procedures Manual. Board discussion followed by public comment. Possible action to adopt Resolution 2019-01 approving changes to the District Policy and Procedures Manual as suggested by District staff and the District Engineer. Action Item.

Greg explained that this was discussed at last months meeting and this is a resolution to accept the changes made last month. Most changes are housekeeping items.

John Sheridan motioned to accept resolution 2019-01 regarding updating
the District Policy and Procedures Manual and eliminating “on a quarterly basis for Flat rate customers”. Leann seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.

Public Comment: John Engles asked if the GRGID water rates are on the Website. Greg Reed replied that they are and are included in the District’s Policy and Procedures Manual.

III For Possible Action: Board discussion regarding updating the District’s Personnel
Manual. Board discussion followed by public comment. Possible action to approve
changes to the District’s Personnel Manual as suggested by District Staff. Action Item.

This item was discussed last month. Most of the changes to the policy are in wording, regarding changes from a step system to into a minimum, maximum pay range. There are also changes to 6.1.2. Holiday Pay regarding sick leave the day before or after a Holiday. An employee must report for work the day before and the day after a holiday to receive pay for a holiday, excepting only when a holiday falls within an approved vacation period, or when sick leave use is accompanied by valid written documentation by a physician or other licensed medical professional. Therefore, if someone calls in sick without a valid excuse they will not be paid. 7.1.1 was also changed from Ninety 90 days to Thirty 30 days regarding time for an employee to be eligible for insurance.

Brad Newlon motioned to approve the changes to the District Personnel
Manual. Dave James seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion Passed.

Public Comment: none

IV For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District
Manager and Lumos to complete a zone testing program at Well #5. Board discussion
followed by Public comment. Possible board Action to authorize the District Manager and Lumos to complete a zone testing program at Well#5. Action Item.

Lumos and Associates has prepared a proposal for Task 1 to conduct a zone testing program for Well #5. Total Task 1 cost $8,300.00. The District must determine if Well #5 can be more fully utilized by developing a water quality analysis by depth in the well. The zone test is the first step in that analysis. The proposed Well 5 zone testing will provide assistance to the GRGID to hire consultants to provide sampling and water quality data within Well 5 with the intention of identifying zones of high arsenic. Total cost of the project is estimated to be in the range of $50k -$75k. Mike explained the intent of the assessment is to identify zones of discrete arsenic concentrations within the screened interval. The information can assist the District in determining if blocking areas of higher arsenic concentration would be a viable means to reduce the overall arsenic concentration pumped from Well 5.

Brad Newlon asked what the blending process entailed. Greg explained that Well #5 is a last resort well. All other wells will usually be pumping when Well 5 water is added to the system. The water from all wells is blended together in the storage tanks at the end of Tillman lane then distributed to the consumers.

Dave James is concerned about the variation of arsenic readings at Well#5 and would like Mike to provide information on an arsenic plant.

John Sheridan motioned to authorize the District Manager and Lumos to complete a zone testing program on Well #5 at a cost not to exceed $75,000.
Leann Teter seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.

Public Comment: Ron Bush asked if there would be a higher concentration of arsenic for consumers near Well #5 as compared to customers on the golf course? Greg replied the water is pumped from the wells to be stored in the storage tanks at the end of Tillman. The water blends in the storage tanks. If well 5 is running it is primarily used as a last resort to fill the tanks.

V For Possible Action: Board discussion and possible action to authorize the District Manager to enter into a contract with Lumos to determine options for upgrading the
Long Valley booster station. Board discussion followed by public comment. Possible
Board action to authorize the District Manager to enter into a contract with Lumos to
determine options for upgrading the Long Valley booster station. Action Item.

Lumos and Associates has submitted a proposal for engineering services to prepare an analysis of alternatives for upgrading the Long Valley Booster Pump Station. Mike Bennett explained he will provide options for potential upgrades to the system and/or replacement. There are many avenues the District could take to improve or replace the Long Valley Booster. This Alternatives Analysis will provide the Board with options including Budgetary costs for each option. Cost to complete Task 1 is $12,500.00.

This analysis and the Well #5 analysis will work in conjunction to improve pumping capacity for the high side pressure zone and are both part of the District’s Water Master Plan. The booster moves water now but because it does not have backup power generation, we cannot count it in supply calculation. Greg explained that the District has the capacity and does not have a shortage of water. The District does not have the mathematical calculation to submit to the state that says this is how much water we produce. This is what the District is attempting to fix with the two proposed projects.

Dave James motioned to authorize the District Manager to enter into a contract with Lumos to determine options for upgrading the Long Valley Booster Station at a cost not to exceed $12,500.00. John Sheridan seconded
the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.

Public Comment: James McKalip stated that all new development is on the high side and could be a tremendous strain on the system.

VI For Possible Action: Board discussion regarding the 2019-2020 annual budget. Board
discussion followed by public comment. Possible Board action to approve the proposed budget considerations. Action Item.

Greg Reed reviewed the proposed 2019-2020 budget with the Board. This item is informative unless the Board decides to act.

No action was taken on this item.

Public Comment: Ron Bush assumes that recoating of the water tank will be done when usage is low and asked if there would be an increased use of Well #5 the entire time the tank is down. If that is the case, then he would like to see the results of the study and possible mitigations that need to be in place before the District is potentially forced into a situation of having to increase use of well 5. Greg explained that he would like to have the pressure regulating valve in the system next year prior to the recoating of the tank so that water can be cycled. The valve would allow the District to maintain the pressure in the high side while maintaining water flow in the low side thus feeding everything off the low tank which we currently can’t do. That would alleviate the need to increase the use of Well 5.

Consent Calendar:

Approval of the Minutes:

Leann motioned to approve the minutes from the January 9, 2019 Board
meeting. Dave James seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

Check Summary:

Leann Teter motioned to approve the check summary. Brad Newlon seconded
the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.

Public Comment: none

Staff Reports:

District Engineer: Michael Bennett reviewed his project tracking schedule for the Month of February.

District Counsel: Mike Rowe stated he has been working on items one and two this month.

District Manager: Greg Reed explained that the proposed work on the Long Valley Booster Station is not for future growth considerations. It is for current capacity in the system.

Trustee Reports:

John Sheridan thanked Greg for taking him on a tour of the District and its facilities.

Dave James thanked the staff and the public for their attendance. Public input is very important to the Board.

Bob McDowell will not be at the April meeting and will not be back until May 7, 2019 as he will be on vacation in Hawaii. He suggested moving the May meeting. No decision was made to change the meeting.

Public Comment: John Engles announced that the County Commissioners’ meeting will convene at 9 am tomorrow and will begin with water rates.

Adjournment:

Brad Newlon motioned to adjourn the meeting. Dave James seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.

Meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

By

_____________________________
Dawn Hinds
Acting Secretary

Minutes of the Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District Board of Trustees meeting held on January 9, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at 931 Mitch Drive, Gardnerville, NV 89460

Pledge of Allegiance: Led by Bob McDowell

Trustees Present: John Sheridan, Brad Newlon, David James, Leann Teter and Bob McDowell
Also Present: Greg Reed, Beth Cook, Mike Rowe, Mike Bennett and the public.

Approval of agenda: Brad Newlon motioned to approve the agenda. David James seconded the motion. All ayes. Agenda approved.

Public Comment: Ron Bush suggested the District change the order of public comment at the Board meetings. He feels by putting public comment before Board discussion and voting on an agenda item will allow the Board to consider the public’s viewpoint on that item.

OLD BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS:

1. Possible Board action regarding adoption of Proclamation 19-01 declaring January 2019 as “National Radon Action Month in Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District.”
Bob McDowell motioned to adopt proclamation 2019-01 proclaiming January 2019 as “National Radon Action Month in Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District.” David James seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.

2.Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman and Treasurer for calendar year 2019.

Chairman: Leann Teter motioned to elect Bob McDowell for Chairman. Brad Newlon seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
Public Comment: None
Vice Chairman: David James motioned to elect Brad Newlon for Vice Chairman. Leann Teter seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
Public Comment: None
Treasurer: Brad Newlon motioned to elect David James for Treasurer. Bob McDowell seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
Public Comment: None

3.Board action to authorize the District Manager to create email addresses for each Board member.
Greg explained to the Board that creating email address for each of the Trustees would prevent Trustees from having to use their personal emails for District work. Keeping personal emails separate from District emails might result in Trustees not being required to turn over their personal emails in the event of a future request. This process would cost the District $25.00 per month.
David James motioned to authorize the District Manager to create email addresses for each Board member. John Sheridan seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
Public Comment: Ron Bush requested the email addresses be posted on the website.

4.Possible action to approve changes to the District Policy and Procedures Manual as suggested by District Staff and District Engineer.
Greg explained that he is doing a bit of housekeeping throughout the manual.
Brad Newlon motioned to approve the changes to the District’s Policy and Procedures Manual. Leann Teter seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion Passed.
Public Comment: None.

5.Possible action to approve changes to the District’s Personnel Manual as suggested by District Staff.
Greg stated that he would like to make some changes in the personnel manual. Most of the changes are regarding salary structure and holiday pay. Bob McDowell suggested possibly adding that a Dr’s. note would be required if an employee calls in sick before or after a holiday. Greg said he would write something up for the Board to review.
David James motioned to table this item until the next meeting. Leann Teter seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
Pubic Comment: Chris Coulter commented that if she were one of the employees, she would be coming to work sick to avoid losing pay. She likes the idea of presenting a Dr’s. note.

6.Possible action to enter into an Interlocal Contract between Public Agencies with the State of Nevada to allow the District to provide employees with the opportunity to join a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan.
Greg explained that a 457 B plan is the public equivalent to a private 401K plan. This plan is offered through the State. The District would need to enter into an agreement with the State. The State would approve it and the employees would have the opportunity to participate in this plan.
John Sheridan motioned to allow the District to enter into an interlocal Contract between Public Agencies with the State of Nevada to allow the District to provide employees with the opportunity to join a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan . Leann Teter seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.
Public Comment: Chris Colter was concerned that there is only one administrator for this plan.

7. Possible action to maintain the XIO Cloud based SCADA system at the Springfield lift station at a cost of $10,271.89.
The District had a 120-day trial period to try out the cloud based SCADA system at the Springfield Drive lift station. This system has proved to be reliable and has worked well for the last 3 months. Greg sees this a possible replacement for the existing SCADA system. At this point this system is a back-up to the land-based system. If the District were to switch over to the cloud-based system, the land-based SCADA system would revert to back up. Because this is a cloud-based system, it can be subject to malfunction.
Leann Teter motioned to maintain the XIO cloud-based SCADA system at the lift station on Springfield Drive at the cost of $10,271.89. Brad Newlon seconded the motion. 4 ayes. 1 nay (David James). Motion passed.
Public Comment: None

CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes: Brad Newlon motioned to approve the minutes of the December 11, 2018 meeting with changes. Leann Teter seconded the motion. All ayes. Minutes approved.

CHECK SUMMARY: David James motioned to approve the check summary. John Sheridan seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion passed.

REPORTS
District Engineer: Mike Bennett reviewed the January 2019 tracking schedule.

District Counsel: Mike stated that it has been a quiet month. He spent some time reviewing the 457B Plan.

District Manager: Greg reviewed the January 2019 Manager’s Report.

TRUSTEES
John Sheridan read a brief speech regarding his election to the Board and his goals for the District.
Leann Teter reminded the Board to fill out their financial statements for the County.
Bob McDowell: Bob had some questions regarding water pressure and the District advising the public to look into pressure release valves. He suggested the Board have business cards. He also suggested a Board member explain the reason they vote nay on an item.

ADJOURNMENT
David James motioned to adjourn the meeting. Leann Teter seconded the motion. All ayes. Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

__________________________
Beth Cook, Acting Secretary