1. AB #20,396 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Accepting a donation from the Friends of Carrillo Ranch, Inc., in support of the Leo Carrillo Ranch Trust Fund; and authorizing the appropriation of the donation. Resolution No. 2010-253. ACTION:

AB #20,396

2. AB #20,397 - APPROVE AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT. Approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with Kinsey & Kinsey, Inc., to provide services related to the implementation of the Lawson Human Capital Management System software. Resolution No. 2010-254. ACTION:

AB #20,397

3. AB #20,398 - AUTHORIZE SPECIAL EVENT GRANT. Authorizing a special event grant to the Carlsbad Christmas Bureau to assist with its 2010 event; and, authorizing the appropriation of said funds. Resolution No. 2010-255. ACTION:

AB #20,398

4. AB #20,399 - REPORT ON CITY INVESTMENTS. Accepting the City Treasurer's Report on City Investments as of September 30, 2010. ACTION:

AB #20,399

ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION:

Consent calendar approved 4/0/1

5. AB #20,400 - RATIFY AND AUTHORIZE WARRANTS ISSUED. To consider introducing and adopting Ordinance No. CS-112, ratifying and authorizing warrants issued from July 16, 2010 to the date the newly elected City Treasurer is seated. ACTION:

City Attorney explained and titled the Ordinance for both introduction and adoption.

Approved 4/0/1

AB #20,400

ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION:

6. AB #20,401 - INCREASE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT ON AVENIDA ENCINAS. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-111, amending Title 10, Chapter 10.44 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code by the revision of Section 10.44.280 to increase the prima facie 40 mile per hour speed limit to 45 miles per hour on Avenida Encinas from Palomar Airport Road to 0.67 miles south ACTION:

City Attorney explained and titled the Ordinance for adoption.

Approved 4/0/1

AB #20,401

PUBLIC COMMENT:

Mr. Walt Meier, Carlsbad, addressed Council congratulated council members on the results of the election, the recent election results,

In conformance with the Brown Act, no Council action can occur on items presented during Public Comment. A total of 15 minutes is provided so members of the public can address the Council on items that are not listed on the Agenda. Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes each. If you desire to speak during Public Comment, fill out a SPEAKER CARD and place it in the clear tray on the wall adjacent to the Deputy City Clerk. If there are more than five (5) speakers, the remaining speakers will be heard at the end of the agenda just prior to Council Reports. When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and address.

ADJOURNMENT TO THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT

4 Board Members present. Kulchin - absent.

CITY OF CARLSBAD

CITY COUNCIL

AND

MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT

JOINT SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER:

ROLL CALL:

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

Minutes approved 4/0/1

Minutes of the Joint Special Meeting held November 9, 2010.

CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed.

7. AB #20,402 - APPROVE REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH AMTRACK. Council approve the reimbursement agreement with Amtrack for protecting city utilities as part of the Amtrack Double Tracking Project No. 5516, and authorizing the appropriation of funds; and, Board approve the reimbursement of funds to the City for protecting Municipal Water District utilities as part of the Amtrack Double Tracking Project No. 5516. Council Resolution No. 2010-256. Board Resolution No. 1405. ACTION:

Approved 4/0/1

Consent calendar accepted 4/0/1

WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING:

This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.

8. AB #20,403 - PROPOSED RATE INCREASES FOR WATER, SEWER AND TRASH. Council consider approving trash and sewer rate increases effective January 1, 2011. Board consider approving a water rate increase effective January 1, 2011. Council Resolution No. 2010-257. Board Resolution No. 1406. ACTION:

Following a question from Packard, Pruim advised that the City is working with the Flower Fields to improve the quality of recycled water.

Packard advised he was in agreement with Option 3.

Blackburn - have we reached our 20% savings target? Pruim advised that City is evaluating formulas and credits for recycled water programs.

The Mayor stressed that residents should be reminded that the cost of water to the CMWD has had large increases over the past years.

Chris Hawkins, President of the Flower Fields, addressed Council regarding the allocation of rate costs - fixed costs, usage rates, and the formula that is used to calculate them, and recycled water usage, and improving the quality of recycled water. The Flower Fields will not be sustainable at on-going increased water costs.

Blackburn inquired about low/fixed income - do we have any form of assistance for low/fixed income residents. Pruim advised that the City does not have and subsidy programs.

Utilities Director Glen Pruim and Helga Stover (title) presented the Powerpoint presentation on file in the City Clerk's office.

The Mayor expressed his concerns about Waste Management and their profit margin.

Walt Meier, Carlsbad, addressed Council regarding residents who are on fixed income and the proposed water increase.

Walt Meier also suggested ways to reduce trash.

Walt Meier also advised that Oceanside has a tiered rate system.

Philip Esponson, Carlsbad, addressed Council expressed his opposition to the proposed rate increases, his calculations of the increases, and being penalized for using less, not being raised. Also encouraged Council to look at speeding up the Desalination Plant.

Kevin Kearnst, Carlsbad, Grounds staff at Aviara Golf Course, addressed Council and expressed opposition to the proposed increase, particularly to the recycled water users.

Dan Downing, Carlsbad, addressed Council and expressed his concern that water rates were being established by the political process and not supply and demand.

Mayor closed public hearing at 7.08pm

Following a question from Hall, Pruim confirmed that Council are only being asked for this proposed increase for 1 year. He anticipates that increases will be also required in the next few years.

Hall asked about the sewer rate increase. Pruim advised that mandated changes have caused cost increases.

Mayor opened the public hearing at

Blackburn asked What are the consequences of saying no the the Waste Management contract. Pruim said that our costs are on the low side compared to other cities.

Blackburn supports Option 2 for 16% for water.

Blackburn supports sewer increases.

Blackburn on the fence regarding trash.

Packard would like to have a separation of cost for reclaimed and potable water. Supports the tiered concept on water. that minimizes the fixed cost increase. Supports Water Option 3. Opposes unfunded State mandates. Supports sewer increases. Trash - opposes trash service increase.

Mayor - Option 3 for water, trash no, sewer ??

Hall - Option 3 on water, yes on sewer, no on trash.

Hall moved that Option 3 for water 10% increase for sewer No increase for trash Approved 4/0/1

Blackburn changed option to Option 3 for water.

City Attorney advised that the Resolution will ijmplement the council actions as noted

AB #20,403

ADJOURNMENT TO THE CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING

PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments

None.

Meeting was adjourned at 7.32pm.

This portion of the agenda is set aside for continuation of public comments, if necessary, due to exceeding the total time allotted in the first public comments section and for those persons who have demonstrated by prior conduct that they are not likely to conduct themselves in a courteous manner or observe order and decorum during the meeting. When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and address. The remainder of the categories are for reporting purposes. In conformance with the Brown Act, no public testimony and no Council action can occur on these items.

Nov 23, 2010 City Council and Carlsbad Municipal Water District Board Meeting

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CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.

AB #20,402

PUBLIC HEARING:

ROLL CALL:

Kulchin - absent

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

Minutes of the Special Meeting held November 9, 2010.

Minutes of the Regular Meeting held November 9, 2010.

Minutes of the Joint Special Meeting held November 9, 2010.

Minutes of the Special Meeting held November 16, 2010.

Minutes approved 4/0/1

PRESENTATIONS:

Council presented proclamation in recognition of National American INdian Heritage Day to Mel Vernon, Chairman, San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians

Presentation of proclamation in recognition of National American Indian Heritage Day.

Recognition of donation from Friends of Carrillo Ranch, Inc.

PUBLIC REPORT OF ANY ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION.

WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING:

This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.

1. AB #20,396 - ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION. Accepting a donation from the Friends of Carrillo Ranch, Inc., in support of the Leo Carrillo Ranch Trust Fund; and authorizing the appropriation of the donation. Resolution No. 2010-253. ACTION:

AB #20,396

2. AB #20,397 - APPROVE AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT. Approving Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with Kinsey & Kinsey, Inc., to provide services related to the implementation of the Lawson Human Capital Management System software. Resolution No. 2010-254. ACTION:

AB #20,397

3. AB #20,398 - AUTHORIZE SPECIAL EVENT GRANT. Authorizing a special event grant to the Carlsbad Christmas Bureau to assist with its 2010 event; and, authorizing the appropriation of said funds. Resolution No. 2010-255. ACTION:

AB #20,398

4. AB #20,399 - REPORT ON CITY INVESTMENTS. Accepting the City Treasurer's Report on City Investments as of September 30, 2010. ACTION:

AB #20,399

ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION:

Consent calendar approved 4/0/1

5. AB #20,400 - RATIFY AND AUTHORIZE WARRANTS ISSUED. To consider introducing and adopting Ordinance No. CS-112, ratifying and authorizing warrants issued from July 16, 2010 to the date the newly elected City Treasurer is seated. ACTION:

City Attorney explained and titled the Ordinance for both introduction and adoption.

Approved 4/0/1

AB #20,400

ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION:

6. AB #20,401 - INCREASE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT ON AVENIDA ENCINAS. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-111, amending Title 10, Chapter 10.44 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code by the revision of Section 10.44.280 to increase the prima facie 40 mile per hour speed limit to 45 miles per hour on Avenida Encinas from Palomar Airport Road to 0.67 miles south ACTION:

City Attorney explained and titled the Ordinance for adoption.

Approved 4/0/1

AB #20,401

PUBLIC COMMENT:

Mr. Walt Meier, Carlsbad, addressed Council congratulated council members on the results of the election, the recent election results,

ADJOURNMENT TO THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT

4 Board Members present. Kulchin - absent.

CITY OF CARLSBAD

CITY COUNCIL

AND

MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT

JOINT SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER:

ROLL CALL:

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

Minutes approved 4/0/1

Minutes of the Joint Special Meeting held November 9, 2010.

CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed.

7. AB #20,402 - APPROVE REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH AMTRACK. Council approve the reimbursement agreement with Amtrack for protecting city utilities as part of the Amtrack Double Tracking Project No. 5516, and authorizing the appropriation of funds; and, Board approve the reimbursement of funds to the City for protecting Municipal Water District utilities as part of the Amtrack Double Tracking Project No. 5516. Council Resolution No. 2010-256. Board Resolution No. 1405. ACTION:

Approved 4/0/1

Consent calendar accepted 4/0/1

WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING:

This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.

8. AB #20,403 - PROPOSED RATE INCREASES FOR WATER, SEWER AND TRASH. Council consider approving trash and sewer rate increases effective January 1, 2011. Board consider approving a water rate increase effective January 1, 2011. Council Resolution No. 2010-257. Board Resolution No. 1406. ACTION:

Following a question from Packard, Pruim advised that the City is working with the Flower Fields to improve the quality of recycled water.

Packard advised he was in agreement with Option 3.

Blackburn - have we reached our 20% savings target? Pruim advised that City is evaluating formulas and credits for recycled water programs.

The Mayor stressed that residents should be reminded that the cost of water to the CMWD has had large increases over the past years.

Blackburn inquired about low/fixed income - do we have any form of assistance for low/fixed income residents. Pruim advised that the City does not have and subsidy programs.

Utilities Director Glen Pruim and Helga Stover (title) presented the Powerpoint presentation on file in the City Clerk's office.

The Mayor expressed his concerns about Waste Management and their profit margin.

Walt Meier, Carlsbad, addressed Council regarding residents who are on fixed income and the proposed water increase.

Walt Meier also suggested ways to reduce trash.

Walt Meier also advised that Oceanside has a tiered rate system.

Kevin Kearnst, Carlsbad, Grounds staff at Aviara Golf Course, addressed Council and expressed opposition to the proposed increase, particularly to the recycled water users.

Dan Downing, Carlsbad, addressed Council and expressed his concern that water rates were being established by the political process and not supply and demand.

Mayor closed public hearing at 7.08pm

Following a question from Hall, Pruim confirmed that Council are only being asked for this proposed increase for 1 year. He anticipates that increases will be also required in the next few years.

Hall asked about the sewer rate increase. Pruim advised that mandated changes have caused cost increases.

Mayor opened the public hearing at

Blackburn asked What are the consequences of saying no the the Waste Management contract. Pruim said that our costs are on the low side compared to other cities.

Blackburn supports Option 2 for 16% for water.

Blackburn supports sewer increases.

Blackburn on the fence regarding trash.

Mayor - Option 3 for water, trash no, sewer ??

Hall - Option 3 on water, yes on sewer, no on trash.

Hall moved that Option 3 for water 10% increase for sewer No increase for trash Approved 4/0/1

Blackburn changed option to Option 3 for water.

City Attorney advised that the Resolution will ijmplement the council actions as noted

Nov 23, 2010 City Council and Carlsbad Municipal Water District Board Meeting

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