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JOURNAL OF THE (1557th) MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT
January 8, 2015 – 4:00 P.M.
The Trustees of the District met in Room 109 at 2350 Market on the above date.
Present at meeting:
Board of Trustees Staff Members
A. K. Mandel, Chair B. L. Hoelscher, Executive Director
M. E. Yates, V. Chair S. M. Myers, General Counsel
R. T. Berry T. R. Snoke, Secretary -Treasurer
J. P. Faul T. G. Bellville, Asst. Director of Finance
V. E. Patton R. L. Unverferth, Director of Engineering
R. L. Bonner J. C. Sprague, Director of Operations
Also present were Tom Sullivan, 35 N. Central; Ed Laux, RJN; Thomas Figliola,
Lorcor; Lori Figliola, Lorcor; Len Toenjes, Rate Commission; Gloria Lloyd, Call Newpapers;
Rebecca Losli, Losli Engineering; Terry Briggs, SITE; Jim Coll, Jacobs, Mark Beumer, Jacobs;
Steve Mahfoud, Rate Commission; Paula Hart; Bob Januska; Ron Smith, City of St. Louis; Pam
Lemoine, Black & Veatch; Katlynn Woodruff, MSD; Larry Woods, MSD; Vanada Johnson, MSD;
Shonnah Paredes, MSD; Brian Ward, MSD; Gerald Pickett, MSD; Bret Berthold, MSD; Todd
Loretta, MSD; Michael Grace, MSD; Marie Collins; MSD; Barb Mohn, Director of Information
Systems; Lance LeComb, Manager of Public Information; and Pam Bell, Secretary to the
Executive Director.
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Ms. Mandel opened the meeting pursuant to notice and call.
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Upon motion made by Mr. Yates, sec onded by Mr. Berry , the Journal of the
December 11, 2014 meeting was approved. Ms. Bonner commented that she did not agree with
the Chair’s remarks regarding the performance evaluation and merit increase of the Executive
Director. As a result of her discussion, she decided to vote no on the approval of the Journal.
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The Chair had no comments.
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Mr. Yates reported that the Program Management Committee met on December
30, 2014 at 7:33 a.m. The meeting was attended by Trustees Yates, Faul, and Berry.
The minutes of the December 2, 2014 meeting were approved.
The agenda items to be introduced tonight were presented and discussed,
including a detailed discussion regarding the following items:
Item 19 – Infrastructure Repairs Rehabilitation Contract B – Staff provided details
for the second of three annual sewer rehabilitation contracts using the cured-in-place pipe
method. There was a brief discussion by the Committee and staff on the number of bidders and
the participation of an additional bidder on some of the projects.
Items 23 and 24 – CCTV Inspection and Physical Inspection of Sewers – Staff
discussed two contract renew als for sewer inspection services on tonight’s agenda and provided
detailed information on the purpose of this work. Staff answered questions from the Committee
regarding the potential for performing these services with in-house Operations’ staff and the
current performance of the two contractors.
Items 28 through 32 – General Services Agreements for Survey Services – Staff
provided appropriation and project details for five survey contract renewals on tonight’s agenda.
The contracts provide for survey services in support of the District’s capital and consent decree
program. Staff discussed that two of the five firms were MWBE firms providing up to 40%
participation for these services.
The Committee congratulated the staff on its recent Diversity award from the St.
Louis Minority Business Council. Mr. Hoelscher indicated that details of the award would be
presented at the full Board meeting tonight. Mr. Unverferth informed the Committee and invited
them to attend the District’s Fiscal Year 2016 Capital Improvement and Replacement Program
presentation to the engineering community on Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at the Engineers’
Club of St. Louis.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 a.m.
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Ms. Bonner reported that the Finance Committee met on January 6, 2015 with
Trustees Bonner, Patton, Mandel and Faul present. The minutes from the December 9, 2014
meeting were approved.
General Insurance Fund. This ordinance will change the name of the District’s
“Worker’s Compensation Fund” to the “General Insurance Fund” and establish a higher
minimum balance requirement. This ordinance will allow MSD to account for all the general
insurances in the same manner and will be included in one fund for better analysis. This will be
Item #35 on tonight’s agenda.
Portfolio Update. Mr. Snoke reported on the District's Operating Fund Portfolio as
of December 2014. The portfolio is in compliance with the District’s investment policy.
The meeting adjourned at 8:06 a.m. The next regularly scheduled meeting is
Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 8:00 a.m.
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Mr. Berry reported that the Stakeholder Relations Committee met on December
18, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. In attendance were Trustees Bonner and Faul.
The first agenda item was a discussion by Mr. LeComb regarding the 2015
Customer Satisfaction Surveying program. He briefly talked about the types and frequency of
the District's surveying programs and budgetary requirements. He has requested to bring a
Resolution to the Board meeting to renew the second option year of the contract with ETC
Institute. Concurrence was made by both Trustees and is Item No. 40 on tonight's agenda.
The next item on the agenda was the quarterly presentation by Ms. Paredes
regarding the District's Diversity Initiatives. She provided updates on the Disparity Study
Recommendations, the Community Benefits Agreement, the status of district projects and job
training programs. Quarterly updates will be forthcoming. There is no Board action required at
this time.
As a continuation of Ms. Paredes’ discussion as it relates to the Diversity update, a
request has been made to bring the renewal of the SLATE First Source Hiring contract before
the Board. Approval was agreed by the Trustees and is Item No. 41 on tonight's agenda.
Mr. Hoelscher additionally commented by providing an update to the Trustees and
Directors on the Rate Commission proceedings. He will provide information in his Executive
Director's update later in tonight's meeting
The meeting was adjourned at 9:26 a.m.
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Mr. Faul reported that the Audit Committee met at 7:30 a.m. on January 6, 2015.
In attendance were Trustees Bonner, Faul, Patton and Mandel. The Committee approved the
minutes from the prior meeting. The Chairman had no comments.
Staff presented and explained the scope, objectives and methodology used for the
engagement to review the Public Engagement Services Contract with StandPoint Public Affairs.
The main focus of the engagement was to review the performance of the consultant under the
provisions of the contract and review the District’s procedures to monitor and administer the
contract. The engagement received a satisfactory rating, as no significant issues were
identified.
Mr. Jeff Winter of RubinBrown presented the comprehensive Annual Financial
Report. He explained that the report contains the previously issued and presented Enterprise
financial statements. The report also contains supplementary information and is presented in a
form at that is required by the GFOA for recognition for reporting excellence.
Next, he presented the Schedule of Project Expenditures report, explaining that
the expenditures were reviewed for compliance with the various resolutions, which restrict use
of the bond proceeds to certain construction, improvement, or repair project costs. The report
received an unqualified opinion.
Mr. Winter also addressed the Agreed-Upon procedures report for MDNR Permit
Number 718905 and explained that the permit pertains to a solid waste disposal area that is
operated by the District. The report revealed no findings or issues.
The meeting adjourned at 7:58 am. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday,
February 10, 2015.
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The Executive Director reported that the St. Louis Minority Business Council’s
Excellence Awards luncheon held on December 17, MSD was this year’s award winner in the
category of “Institution of the Year”. The competition was fierce with the additional finalists
consisting of the Hazelwood School District, BJC HealthCare, and Washington University.
Congratulations to Human Resources Director Vicki Taylor Edwards, manager of
Diversity Shonnah Paredes, their staff, and everyone else at the District who worked with them
to achieve our goals and this award. At this time I ask that Vicki Edwards, Shonnah Paredes,
and members of their staff stand and be recognized for this great achievement.
Finally, items number 37 and 38 on tonight’s agenda are the proposed Or dinances
for introduction and adoption with an emergency clause authorizing the District to pay for the
cost of a legal consultant and a rate expert as selected by the Rate Commission. The legal
consultant and rate expert will assist the Rate Commission in evaluation of the District’s next
Rate Proposal. The Rate Commission has worked over the last few months on the selection of
these consultants. They are then scheduled to spend January and February selecting officers
and reviewing rules and procedures prior to receiving the District staff’s rate proposal near the
beginning of March. The updated Rate Commission schedule is available on MSD’s website.
While MSD provides staff assistance and advice on following MSD’s procurement
procedures, the selections and contracting are performed solely by the Rate Commission. I now
offer the floor to rate commission Chairman Len Toenjes and Vice Chair Jack Stein so they can
make their presentation to the Board of Trustees.
Mr. Len Toenjes, Chairman of the Rate Commission and President of AGC of
Missouri, opened by thanking the Board for the opportunity to speak to them today. He
explained the commission has worked the past couple months to follow due process and do its
due diligence in organizing for the new rate case. He appreciates the Board’s help in filling all
positions on the Rate Commission. He and Mr. Jack Stein believe this is the strongest team
since the committee has been in place. Mr. Toenjes said that Mr. Stein was the chair of the
technical committee which is in charge of making the recommendation for the commission’s
legal counsel and its rate consultant. He went on to say that RFPs were sent out for both
services. He stated that there were multiple bidders and the committee reviewed written
proposals, conducted personal interviews, and ultimately selected Lashly Baer as legal counsel
and Black & Veatch to provide rate consultant services. He hopes the Board looks favorably
upon the proposals and mentioned a meeting was scheduled for next week to move forward
with the process.
The Board thanked the commission for their hard work.
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Ms. Patton arrived during public comments.
Mr. Thomas Figliola Vice President of Lorcor, addressed the Board and stated
MSD wants to condemn his property at 2866 Telegraph to hook into a 48 inch pipe he had to put
in at a cost of over $250,000. He said MSD did not know there was a sewer line there until he
wanted to build a new building and the District would not let him build over the pipe. He has
been trying to reach an agreement or settlement with the District but doesn’t agree with amount
being offered. He is asking for 20% recoup cost which he believes is a fair estimate. He
received a letter that MSD wants to negotiate but District is not returning his calls. Mr. Figliola
feels he has no recourse but to hire an attorney. He was advised to attend the Board meeting
and present his case.
The Board asked if the item on the agenda today was a condemnation. They
explained it would just begin the process and Mr. Figliola is still entitled to discuss settlement.
Mr. Unverferth replied that Mr. Brad Nevois is present and can talk with Mr.
Figliola. The District wants to start the condemnation process because there is only so much
time to get the project finished to remove some of the stormwater off the sanitary system it is
connected to now but would continue to work with Mr. Figliola on his issue.
Mr. Figliola claimed MSD was doing this for a private developer and doesn’t
understand why the D istrict is turning this over to the developer. Mr. Unverferth explained that
this is an MSD project and is not for a private developer. It is to disconnect a stormwater sewer
from the sanitary sewer as required by the Consent Decree to reduce the impact of overflows in
the area.
The Board inquired about the impact of not voting on the item at this meeting. Mr.
Unverferth stated it should not make much of an impact on this project. He will come back and
report the progress on the negotiation next month.
The Board questioned if that would be enough time to get appraisals and
negotiate. Mr. Unverferth stated the appraisals were completed and an offer has been made
but was not yet agreed upon.
The Board requested Mr. Figliola come back if no one responds to his calls. They
also apologized to him for lack of response from the District.
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CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Berry requested that Proposed Ord. No. 14022 be voted on separately .
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14018 APPROPRIATING $3,400,000.00 FROM THE
SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR THE
REHABILITATION OF SANITARY SEWERS IN BALLAS ROAD SUBTRUNK SOUTH PUBLIC
I/I REDUCTION (11934), IN VARIOUS SITES IN THE CITIES OF TOWN AND COUNTRY,
COUNTRY LIFE ACRES, DES PERES, CRYSTAL LAKE PARK AND FRONTENAC,
MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20190 WITH SAK C ONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE
AFORESAID SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14019 APPROPRIATING $2,900,000.00 FROM THE
SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR THE
REHABILITATION OF SANITARY SEWERS IN BISSELL-COLDWATER-MISSOURI-
MERAMEC PUBLIC I/I REDUCTION (2015) CONTRACT F (11925), IN VARIOUS SITES IN
THE CITIES OF NORMANDY, NORTHWOODS, PASADENA HILLS, RIVERVIEW AND
UNINCORPORATED ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METRO POLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20194
WITH INSITUFORM TECHNOLOGIES USA, LLC FOR THE AFORESAID SANITARY SEWER
REHABILITATION.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14020 AUTHORIZING TH E EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER
DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH IDEAL LANDSCAPE GROUP FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE BIORETENTION AT BLAIR #3961 & 19TH
ST. #3301 BIORETENTION (CB 2408 & 1171) CSO VR GI (11803) IN THE CITY OF ST.
LOUIS, MISSOURI.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14021 APPROPRIATING $780,000.00 FROM THE
SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PRIVATE I/I REMOVAL AT ROXBURY
I/I REDUCTION (11680), IN THE CITY OF CLAYTON, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20215
WITH BATES UTILITY COMPANY, INC. FOR THE AFORESAID PRIVATE I/I REMOVAL.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14023 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $130,000.00 FROM THE GE NERAL FUND FOR ADDITIONAL
RAINFALL DATA GATHERING AND ANALYSIS IN RADAR RAINFALL DATA (FY2014)
(11702) AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY TREASURER
ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO AMEND
CONTRACT NO. 20111 WITH VIEUX AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR THE AFORESAID
SERVICES.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14024 DECLARING THE NECESSITY FOR THE
ACQUISITION OF EASEMENTS AND TEMPORARY EASEMENTS IN CERTAIN REAL
PROPERTY WITHIN THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT FOR THE
PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTION OF SEWERS AND RELATED APPURTENANCES IN THE
PROJECT KNOWN AS BLACK CREEK SANITARY SEWER AND I/I REDUCTION (11883) IN
THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY CITY, MISSOURI, TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF RESIDENTS OF
THE AREA, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO PROCEED WITH FURTHER CONDEMNATION
EFFORTS RELATED TO THE PROJECT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE
PURCHASE AND/OR THE FILING OF ALL NECESSARY COURT PLEADINGS OR
DOCUMENTS TO COMMENCE AND PROSECUTE FORM AL LEGAL PROCEEDINGS FOR
THE ACQUISITION OF SAID EASEMENTS AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION
EASEMENTS.
Motion made by Ms. Bonner, seconded by Mr. Yates, that the Consent Agenda be
adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14022 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $220,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND FOR
ADDITIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR LEMAY SANITARY SYSTEM
IMPROVEMENTS (11145) IN LEMAY/RDP, MACKENZIE, GRAVOIS AND UNIVERSITY CITY
WATERSHEDS IN VARIOUS CITIES AND UNINCORPORATED ST. LOUIS COUNTY,
MISSOURI, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
AMEND CONTRACT NO. 11003 WITH BURNS & MCDONNELL ENGINEERING CO., INC.,
FOR THE AFORESAID ADDITIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES.
Motion made by Mr. Faul, seconded by Ms. Bonner , that the Consent Agenda be
adopted.
Motion passed – 5 ayes, no nays, 1 abstain
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry abstain M. Yates aye
The Chair declared the Consent Agenda adopted.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Ordinances
None
Resolutions
None
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NEW BUSINESS
Ordinances
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14027 APPROPRIATING $1,400,000.00 FROM
THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR PRIVATE
I/I REMOVAL IN BISSELL HILLS SANITARY RELIEF/CALUMET I/I REDUCTION (BP-317)
(11685), IN THE CITIES OF RIVERVIEW, BELLEFONTAINE NEIGHBORS, AND ST. LOUIS,
MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20229 WITH BATES UTILITY COMPANY, INC. FOR THE
AFORESAID PRIVATE I/I REMOVAL.
Proposed Ord. No. 14027 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20229 consists of the construction of approximately 2,785 lineal feet of 12-inch
diameter storm sewers and the remov al of private inflow sources at 76 properties. The purpose
of this project is to reduce inflow/infiltration (I/I) in the Maline Creek watershed. This project will
provide for the elimination of one (1) constructed SSO (BP-317) after construction of additional
public I/I removal and post construction monitoring. This project is scheduled to be completed in
395 days.
Motion made by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14027
be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14028 APPROPRIATING $270,000.00 FROM
THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR PRIVATE
I/I REMOVAL IN BISSELL POINT I/I REDUCTION (BP-619) (VALLEY DR) (11686), IN THE
CITIES OF RIVERVIEW, BELLEFONTAINE NEIGHBORS, ST. LOUIS AND
UNINCORPORATED ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20228
WITH FRED M. LUTH & SONS, INC. FOR THE AFORESAID PRIVATE I/I REMOVAL.
Proposed Ord. No. 14028 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20228 consists of the removal of private inflow sources at 112 properties. The
purpose of this project is to reduce inflow/infiltration (I/I) in the Riverview watershed. This
project will provide for the elimination of one (1) constructed SSO (BP-619) after construction of
additional public I/I removal and post construction monitoring. This project is scheduled to be
completed in 250 days.
Motion by Ms. Mandel, seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14028 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14029 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $1,360,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND FOR
STORM SEWER CONSTRUCTION IN HARTLAND TO GOTHLAND SEWER SEPARATION
(10330) IN THE CITY OF OVERLAND AND VILLAGE OF SYCAMORE HILLS, MISSOURI.
Proposed Ord. No. 14029 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20088 consists of the construction of approximately 145 lineal feet of channel
stabilization, 5,231 lineal feet of pipe sewers varying in size from 8-inches to 54-inches, removal
of inflow from 177 private properties, and the rehabilitation of approximately 8,160 lineal feet of
sewers ranging in size from 6-inches to 18-inches in diameter using cured-in-place (CIPP)
methods. The purpose of this project is to separate an existing interconnected storm and
sanitary sewer system. This project will eliminate one (1) c ombined sewer interceptor (I-264).
This project is scheduled to be completed by November 2015.
Motion by Ms. Mandel, seconded by Mr. Yates that proposed Ord. No. 14029 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14030 APPROPRIATING $5,400,000.00 FROM
THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR THE
REHABILITATION OF SEWERS IN INFRASTRUCTURE REPAIRS (REHABILITATION)
(FY2015) CONTRACT B (11866), IN THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS AND VARIOUS
MUNICIPALITIES IN ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST.
LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20208 WITH SAK
CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE AFORESAID SEWER REHABILITATION.
Proposed Ord. No. 14030 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20208 consists of the rehabilitation of approximately 42,921 lineal feet of pipe sewers
varying in size from 6-inches to 66-inches in diameter, utilizing cured-in-place pipe (CIPP)
methods. The purpose of this project is to rehabilitate older, damaged, and deteriorated
sanitary and combined sewers throughout the District’s boundaries. Sewers identified for
rehabilitation are identified through the annual CMOM inspection programs required by the
Consent Decree. This project is scheduled to be completed in 550 days.
Motion made by Mr. Berry , seconded by Mr. Yates that proposed Ord. No. 14030
be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14031 APPROPRIATING $70,000.00 FROM THE
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND CONSTRUCTION IMPROVEMENT FUND OF DEER
CREEK TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF STORM
SEWERS IN BROOKTRAIL CT. STORM SEWER (11211), IN THE CITY OF CREVE COEUR,
MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20225 WITH BATES UTILITY COMPANY, INC. FOR THE
AFORESAID STORM SEWER CONSTRUCTION.
Proposed Ord. No. 14031 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20225 consists of the construction of approximately 302 lineal feet of 21-inch pipe
sewers and appurtenances. The purpose of this project is to alleviate yard erosion and ponding.
This projec t is scheduled to be completed in 150 days.
Motion made by Ms. Patton, seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14031
be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14032 APPROPRIATING $130,000.00 FROM
THE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND CONSTRUCTION IMPROVEMENT FUND OF DEER
CREEK TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF STORM
SEWERS IN CHELSEA AND IDLEWILD STORM SEWER (11243), IN THE CITY OF
GLENDALE, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND
SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER
DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20232 WITH ABOVE AND BELOW
CONTRACTING, LLC FOR THE AFORESAID STORM SEWER CONSTRUCTION.
Proposed Ord. No. 14032 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20232 consists of the construction of approximately 379 lineal feet of pipe sewers
varying in size from 15-inches to 18-inches in diameter and appurtenances. The purpose of this
project is to alleviate yard flooding. This project is scheduled to be completed in 150 days.
Motion made by Mr. Yates, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
14032 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14033 APPROPRIATING $4,200,000.00 FROM
THE SANITARY REPLACEM ENT FUND TO BE USED FOR SANITARY SEWER
CONSTRUCTION AT GC-06 GRA VOIS CREEK TO BRIARSTONE AND GATES SANITARY
RELIEF (10611), IN U NINCORPORATED ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI; AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXEC UTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF
OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO.
20224 WITH BATES UTILITY COMPANY, INC., FOR THE AFORESAID SANITARY SEWER
CONSTRUCTION.
Proposed Ord. No. 14033 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20224 consists of the construction of approximately 8,020 lineal feet of pipe sewers
varying in size from 8-inches to 36-inches in diameter and appurtenances. The purpose of this
project is to alleviate overcharged sanitary sewers and eliminate one (1) constructed SSO (BP -
610). This project is scheduled to be completed in 525 days.
Motion made by Ms. Mandel, seconded by M r. Berry that proposed Ord. No.
14033 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14034 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $2,000,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO BE USED FOR CCTV
INSPECTION AND PHYSICAL INSPECTION OF SEWERS (2014) (11811) THROUGHOUT
THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT SERVICE AREA, AND AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO
CONTRACT NO. 20160 FOR THE FIRST OPTION YEAR WITH ACE PIPE CLEANING, INC.
FOR CCTV INSPECTION AND PHYSICAL INSPECTION OF SEWERS (2014) (11811)
THROUGHOUT THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT SERVICE AREA.
Proposed Ord. No. 14034 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to enter into Amendment No. 2 to Contract #20160 for the first option year with Ace Pipe
Cleaning, Inc. The purpose of this contract is to provide District staff with information regarding
sewer condition by the use of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) inspection, physical inspection,
sonar inspection, and laser profiling primarily on large diameter (greater than 21-inch diameter)
sewers. These inspections will determine sewer conditions and system defects and will form
the basis for preventive maintenance activities, inflow/infiltration investigations, and sewer
system models. This contract for CCTV Inspection and Physical Inspection of Sewers is for
$2,000,000. This contract is renewable for up to one (1) additional year based on performance.
Motion by Ms. Patton seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14034 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14035 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $1,000,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO BE USED FOR CCTV
INSPECTION OF SEWERS (2014) (11810) THRO UGHOUT THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS
SEWER DISTRICT SERVICE AREA, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND
SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER
DISTRICT TO ENTER IN TO AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO CONTRACT NO. 20126 FOR THE
FIRST OPTION YEAR WITH ADS ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, LLC FOR CCTV
INSPECTION OF SEWERS (2014) (11810) THRO UGHOUT THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS
SEWER DISTRICT SERVICE AREA.
Proposed Ord. No. 14035 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to enter into Amendment No. 2 to Contract #20126 for the first option year with ADS
Environmental Services, LLC. The purpose of this contract is to provide District staff with
information regarding sewer condition by the use of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
inspection. These inspections will determine sewer conditions and system defects and will form
the basis for preventive maintenance activities, inflow/infiltration investigations, and sewer
system models. This contract for CCTV Inspection of Sewers is for $1,000,000. Approximately
70% of the CCTV investigations will provide support data for the Watershed Planning efforts and
the remaining 30% will support specific design projects and miscellaneous inspection requests.
This contract is renewable for up to one (1) additional year based on performance.
Motion by Mr. Yates seconded by Ms. Bonner that proposed Ord. No. 14035 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14036 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $1,200,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL FUND OF THE DISTRICT FOR
CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE ASSESSMENT (11125) THROUGHOUT THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT SERVICE AREA, AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO
CONTRACT NO. 20133 FOR THE FIRST OPTION YEAR WITH RJ N GROUP, INC. FOR THE
AFORESAID SERVICES.
Proposed Ord. No. 14036 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to enter into Amendment No. 2 to Contract #20133 for the first option year with RJN
Group, Inc. The purpose of this contract is to provide District staff with detailed information
regarding sewer systems by performing services such as project inspection reconnaissance,
inspection prioritization and project set-up, field verification, map updates, work order
management, and post inspection review. These services will form the basis for District led
preventive maintenance and rehabilitation activities. These investigations also provide
assistance for the Operations Department with their sewer cleaning and manhole inspection
activities. In addition to the field inspections, CCTV review and system mapping updates are
also provided. This contract for Critical Infrastructure Assessment is for $1,200,000. The
original contract is renewable for up to one (1) additional year based on performance.
Motion by Ms. Patton seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14036 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14037 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF
$400,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND AND $450,000.00 FROM THE
GENERAL FUND FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN OF DEER CREEK
SANITARY SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS (11110) AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST.
LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO AMEND CONTRACT NO. 10733 WITH PARSON S WATER &
INFRASTRUCTURE, INC., FOR THE AFORESAID ENGINEERING SERVICES.
Proposed Ord. No. 14037 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to amend Contract #10733 with Parsons Water & Infrastructure, Inc. for an annual
extension to provide Watershed Consultant services for all projects included in the Deer Creek
Sanitary System Improvements (11110) project. The preliminary construction cost estimate for
the entire Deer Creek Sanitary program is $420 million. The estimated design contract range for
the entire program contract is between $30 to $38 million. This year’s (FY2015) authorization
includes fees for project management services for FY2015, coordination with the District and
other watershed consultants, project scoping, preliminary studies, quality control and assurance,
planning support, and special services. Specific project lump sum design appropriations totaling
$5,766,042 in design costs and $1,233,958 for allowances, and contingencies to be used only
with the approval of MSD associated with this contract in this fiscal year are being appropriated
separately.
Motion by Ms. Patton seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14037 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14038 MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF
$6,000,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEM ENT FUND FOR ENGINEERING
SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN OF DEER CREEK SANITARY TUNNEL (CLAYTON RD TO
RDP) (11731) AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
AMEND CONTRACT NO. 10733 WITH PARSONS WATER & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC., FOR
THE AFORESAID ENGINEERING SERVICES.
Proposed Ord. No. 14038 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to amend Contract #10733 with Parsons Water & Infrastructure, Inc. for the design of the
Deer Creek Sanitary Tunnel (Clayton Rd to RDP) (11731) project as part of the Watershed
Consultant services for all projects included in the Deer Creek Sanitary System Improvements
(11110) project. The Deer Creek Sanitary Tunnel (Clayton Rd to RDP) (11731) is a lump sum
project for the design of approximately 20,850 lineal feet of an 18-foot diameter sanitary sewer
and appurtenances. This project will alleviate wet weather building backups and overcharged
sanitary sewers. The construction cost estimate for this project is $300,000,000.
Motion by Mr. Yates seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14038 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14039 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF$50,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE
USED FOR THE GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT - SURVEY SERVICES (FY2014)
CONTRACT A (11763) THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT, AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO AM ENDMENT NO. 1 TO
CONTRACT NO. 20102 WITH THE STERLING COM PANY FOR GENERAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT - SURVEY SERVICES (FY2014) CONTRACT A (11763).
Proposed Ord. No. 14039 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to enter into Amendment N o. 1 to Contract #20102 with The Sterling Company for
surveying services associated with the design of sanitary and stormwater projects. Services
provided include land surveys, property strip maps, and easements for projects to be completed
either in-house or by design consultants. Additional general surveying services will be provided
on an as needed basis for legal research, legal descriptions, topographic and land surveys for
District facilities, and other requirements of the various District departments. Work will be
assigned on a project-by -project basis. This contract amendment for $50,000 brings the total
contract amount to $100,000. This will be the first and final option year renewal provided for in
the original contract. This project is scheduled to be competitively selected in FY2016.
Motion by Ms. Mandel seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14039 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14040 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $50,000.00 FROM THE SAN ITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE
USED FOR THE GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT - SURVEY SERVICES (FY2014)
CONTRACT B (11909) THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT, AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO
CONTRACT NO. 20103 WITH VOLZ INCORPORATED FOR GENERAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT - SURVEY SERVICES (FY2014) CONTRACT B (11909).
Proposed Ord. No. 14040 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to enter into Amendment No. 1 to Contract #20103 with Volz Incorporated for surveying
services associated with the design of sanitary and stormwater projects. Services provided
include land surveys, property strip maps, and easements for projects to be completed either in-
house or by design consultants. Additional general surveying services will be provided on an as
needed basis for legal research, legal descriptions, topographic and land surveys for District
facilities, and other requirements of the various District departments. Work will be assigned on
a project-by -project basis. This contract amendment for $50,000 brings the total contract
amount to $100,000. This will be the first and final option year renewal provided for in the
original contract. This project is scheduled to be competitively selected in FY2016.
Motion by Ms. Mandel seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14040 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14041 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $50,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE
USED FOR THE GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT - SURVEY SERVICES (FY2014)
CONTRACT C (11910) THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT, AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO
CONTRACT NO. 20104 WITH JUNEAU ASSOCIATES, INC. P.C. FOR GENERAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT - SURVEY SERVICES (FY2014) CONTRACT C (11910).
Proposed Ord. No. 14041 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to enter into Amendment No. 1 to Contract #20104 with Juneau Associates, Inc., PC for
surveying services associated with the design of sanitary and stormwater projects. Services
provided inc lude land surveys, property strip maps, and easements for projects to be completed
either in-house or by design consultants. Additional general surveying services will be provided
on an as needed basis for legal research, legal descriptions, topographic and land surveys for
District facilities, and other requirements of the various District departments. Work will be
assigned on a project-by -project basis. This contract amendment for $50,000 brings the total
contract amount to $100,000. This will be the first and final option year renewal provided for in
the original contract. This project is scheduled to be competitively selected in FY2016.
Motion by Ms. Mandel seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14041 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14042 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $50,000.00 FROM THE SAN ITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE
USED FOR THE GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT - SURVEY SERVICES (FY2014)
CONTRACT D (11911) THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT, AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TR EASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO
CONTRACT NO. 20105 WITH GLASPER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. FOR GENERAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT – SURVEY SERVICES (FY2014) CONTRACT D (11911).
Proposed Ord. No. 14042 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to enter into Amendment No. 1 to Contract #20105 with Glasper Professional Services,
Inc. for surveying services associated with the design of sanitary and stormwater projects.
Services provided include land surveys, property strip maps, and easements for projects to be
completed either in-house or by design consultants. Additional general surveying services will
be provided on an as needed basis for legal research, legal descriptions, topographic and land
surveys for District facilities, and other requirements of the various District departments. Work
will be assigned on a project-by -project basis. This contract amendment for $50,000 brings the
total contract amount to $100,000. This will be the first and final option year renewal provided
for in the original contract. This project is scheduled to be competitively selected in FY2016.
Motion by Ms. Mandel seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14042 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14043 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $50,000.00 FROM THE SAN ITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE
USED FOR THE GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT - SURVEY SERVICES (FY2014)
CONTRACT E (11912) THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT, AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO AM ENDMENT NO. 1 TO
CONTRACT NO. 20106 WITH SABUR, INC. FOR GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT -
SURVEY SERVICES (FY2014) CONTRACT E (11912).
Proposed Ord. No. 14043 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to enter into Amendment No. 1 to C ontract #20106 with Sabur, Inc. for surveying
services associated with the design of sanitary and stormwater projects. Services provided
include land surveys, property strip maps, and easements for projects to be completed either in-
house or by design consultants. Additional general surveying services will be provided on an as
needed basis for legal research, legal descriptions, topographic and land surveys for District
facilities, and other requirements of the various District departments. Work will be assigned on
a project-by -project basis. This contract amendment for $50,000 brings the total contract
amount to $100,000. This will be the first and final option year renewal provided for in the
original contract. This project is scheduled to be c ompetitively selected in FY2016.
Motion by Ms. Mandel seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14043 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14044 DECLARING THE NECESSITY FOR THE
ACQUISITION OF EASEMENTS AND TEMPORARY EASEMENTS IN CERTAIN REAL
PROPERTY WITHIN THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT FOR THE
PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTION OF SEWERS AND RELATED APPURTENANCES IN THE
PROJECT KNOWN AS ROCK HILL SANITARY RELIEF (SKME-618) (11069) IN THE CITY OF
ROCK HILL, MISSOURI, TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF RESIDENTS OF THE AREA, AND
AUTHORIZING STAFF TO PROCEED WITH FURTHER CONDEMNATION EFFORTS
RELATED TO THE PROJECT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE AND/OR
THE FILING OF ALL NECESSARY COURT PLEADINGS OR DOCUMENTS TO COMMENCE
AND PROSECUTE FORMAL LEGAL PROCEEDINGS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF SAID
EASEMENTS AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENTS.
Proposed Ord. No. 14044 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
staff to proceed with further condemnation efforts including the filing of all necessary court
pleadings or documents leading to the acquisition of permanent sewer easements and
temporary construction easement on one (1) parcel of ground located in Rock Hill, Missouri.
This easement is needed to construct this project, which consists of the construction of
approximately 932 lineal feet of 12-inch to 15-inch diameter storm sewer and private I/I
reduction in an area benefitting approximately 2,679 properties consisting of 222 properties with
downspout and drain connections to the sanitary sewer. This project will provide for the
elimination of 222 private inflow sources, four sanitary sewer ov erflows (BP-158, BP-196, BP-
340, and BP -501) and alleviate basement backups and wet weather sanitary sewer surcharging.
These easements have been appraised. Currently, the District has been unable to negotiate a
settlement with the owners.
Motion by M r. Yates seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14044 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14045 DECLARING THE NECESSITY FOR THE
ACQUISITION OF EASEMENTS AND TEMPORARY EASEMENTS IN CERTAIN REAL
PROPERTY WITHIN THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT FOR THE
PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTION OF SEWERS AND RELATED APPURTENANCES IN THE
PROJECT KNOWN AS TELEGRAPH ROAD #2928 I/I REDUCTION (11918) IN
UNINCORPORATED ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI, TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF
RESIDENTS OF THE AREA, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO PROCEED WITH FURTHER
CONDEMNATION EFFORTS RELATED TO THE PROJECT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO THE PURCHASE AND/OR THE FILING OF ALL NECESSARY COURT PLEADINGS OR
DOCUMENTS TO COMMENCE AND PROSECUTE FORMAL LEGAL PROCEEDINGS FOR
THE ACQUISITION OF SAID EASEMENTS AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION
EASEMENTS. THIS ITEM WAS TABLED
Proposed Ord. No. 14045 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
staff to proceed with further condemnation efforts including the filing of all necessary court
pleadings or documents leading to the acquisition of permanent sewer easements and
temporary construction easement on one (1) parcel of ground located in St. Louis County,
Missouri. This easement is needed to construct this project, which consists of the construction
of approximately 510 lineal feet of 12-inch diameter storm sewer. This project will eliminate a
significant source of inflow to the downstream sanitary sewer of the Martigney Creek watershed
which has capacity issues. These easements have been appraised. Currently, the District has
been unable to negotiate a settlement with the owners.
Motion by Mr. Berry seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No. 14034 be
tabled.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14046 AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 13520, AS
ADOPTED OCTOBER 11, 2012, RENAMING THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION FUND TO
THE GENERAL INSURANCE FUND AND ESTABLISHING A NEW MINIMUM BALANCE FOR
THE GENERAL INSURANCE FUND.
Proposed Ord. No. 14046 was presented and read. The Ordinance will change
the “Worker’s Compensation Fund” name to the “General Insurance Fund”. The ordinance
authorize inclusion of MSD insurance for property, general liability, auto liability, flood, insurance
expense, insurance premiums, claims, claim expenses, claim recoveries and claim accruals to
the General Insurance Fund along with existing workmen compensation currently in the fund.
This will allow MSD to account for the general insurances in the same manner and will be
included in one fund for better analysis. No appropriation is required to increase the minimum
Fund balance from $200,000 to $500,000.
Motion by Ms. Patton seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 14046 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14047 APPROPRIATING
$2,700,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEM ENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT
COSTS FOR SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION IN INFRASTRUCTURE REPAIR #087P
CAULKS CREEK A (P-750) PHASE VI (10656), IN THE CITY OF CHESTERFIELD,
MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20333 WITH GERSH ENSON CONSTRUCTION CO. FOR THE
AFORESAID SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION.
Proposed Ord. No. 14047 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20333 consists of the construction of approximately 6,600 lineal feet of sanitary force
main varying in size from 14-inches to 30-inches in diameter and appurtenances. The purpose
of this project is to provide additional force main capacity and to replace existing deteriorating
force main. This project is scheduled to be completed in 365 days.
Motion by Mr. Yates seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No. 14047 be
introduced.
Motion made, seconded and unanimously adopted to suspend the rules to allow
for the adoption of proposed Ord. No. 14047.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Patton that proposed Ord. No. 14047
be adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry aye M. Yates aye
The Chair declared proposed Ord. No. 14047 adopted.
INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14048 AUTHORIZING THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO PAY THE FEES NOT TO EXCEED OF
$193,000 FOR SERVICES RENDERED AS LEGAL COUNSEL TO THE RATE COMMISSION
OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT.
Proposed Ord. No. 14048 was presented and read. This action provides the MSD
Rate Commission with legal services required during the District’s anticipated FY15 Rate
Commission Proceedings.
Motion by Ms. Bonner seconded by Ms. Patton that proposed Ord. No. 14048 be
introduced.
Motion made, seconded and unanimously adopted to suspend the rules to allow
for the adoption of proposed Ord. No. 14048.
Motion made by Ms. Mandel, seconded by Mr. Faul that proposed Ord. No. 14048
be adopted.
Motion passed – 5 ayes, no nays, 1 abstain
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry abstain M. Yates aye
The Chair declared proposed Ord. No. 14048 adopted.
INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 14049 AUTHORIZING THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO PAY THE FEES NOT TO EXCEED OF
$175,000 FOR RATE CO NSULTING SERVICES RENDERED TO THE RATE COMMISSION
OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT.
Proposed Ord. No. 14049 was presented and read. This action provides the MSD
Rate Commission with rate design development and expert testimony required during the
District’s anticipated FY15 Rate Commission Proceedings.
Motion by Ms. Patton seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No. 14049 be
introduced.
Motion made, seconded and unanimously adopted to suspend the rules to allow
for the adoption of proposed Ord. No. 14049.
Motion made by Ms. Mandel, seconded by Mr. Faul that proposed Ord. No. 14049
be adopted.
Motion passed – 5 ayes, no nays, 1 abstain
Poll taken: A. Mandel aye R. Bonner aye
J. Faul aye V. Patton aye
R. Berry abstain M. Yates aye
The Chair declared proposed Ord. No. 14049 adopted.
Resolutions
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3184 WHEREAS ORDINANCE NO. 13527, ADOPTED
NOVEMBER 8, 2012, AUTHORIZED THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO AN AGREEM ENT WITH O.R. COLAN ASSOCIATES, INC. WHEREBY O.R.
COLAN ASSOCIATES, INC. WOULD PROVIDE PROPERTY ACQUISITION SERVICES
ASSOCIATED WITH THE ACQUISITION OF EASEMENTS AND PROPERTY RIGHTS BY
NEGOTIATIO N OR CONDEMNATION.
Resolution No. 3184 was presented and read.
Motion made by Mr. Yates, seconded by Ms. Mandel that Resolution No. 3184 be
adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: J. Faul aye R. Berry aye
R. Bonner aye A. M andel aye
V. Patton aye M. Yates aye
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3185 WHEREAS ORDINANCE NO. 13558, ADOPTED
JANUARY 10, 2013, AUTHORIZED THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH ETC INSTITUTE WHEREBY ETC INSTITUTE WOULD
PROVIDE CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SURVEYING.
Resolution No. 3185 was presented and read.
Motion made by Ms. Patton, seconded by Ms. Mandel that Resolution No. 3185 be
adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: J. Faul aye R. Berry aye
R. Bonner aye A. Mandel aye
V. Patton aye M. Yates aye
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3186 WHEREAS ORDINANCE NO. 13730, ADOPTED
OCTOBER 10, 2014, AUTHORIZED THE DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO THE INITIAL
CONTRACT WITH THE ST. LOUIS AGENCY OF TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT (SLATE)
WHEREBY THE ST. LOUIS AGENCY OF TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT (SLATE) WOULD
ADMINISTER THE DISTRICT'S FIRST SOURCE HIRING PROGRAM AND NOW THE
DISTRICT DESIRES TO RENEW SAID CONTRACT IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION V OF
THE COMMUNITY BENEFITS AGREEMENT FOR ST. LOUIS AGENCY OF TRAINING AND
EMPLOYMENT (SLATE) FOR A ONE (1) YEAR TERM FROM DECEMBER 5, 2014
THROUGH DECEMBER 4, 2015.
Resolution No. 3186 was presented and read.
Motion made by Mr. Yates, seconded by Ms. Mandel that Resolution No. 3186 be
adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: J. Faul aye R. Berry aye
R. Bonner aye A. Mandel aye
V. Patton aye M. Yates aye
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3182 EXPRESSING THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES’
APPRECIATION TO DENNIS C. BELL FOR HIS 34 YEARS OF EXEMPLARY SERVICE TO
THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT FROM NOVEMBER 10, 1980, TO HIS
RETIREMENT EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2015.
Resolution No. 3182 was presented and read.
Motion made by Ms. Patton, seconded by Ms. Mandel that Resolution No. 3182 be
adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: J. Faul aye R. Berry aye
R. Bonner aye A. Mandel aye
V. Patton aye M. Yates aye
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OTHER BUSINESS THAT MAY PROPERLY BE BROUGHT BEFORE THE BOARD.
Discussion on Committee Meeting Schedules: Ms. Bonner suggested that
discussion on this item be tabled. She expressed that the topic should be referred to a
committee for proper consideration.
Motion made by Ms. Bonner, seconded by Mr. Faul that be tabled until committee
discussion.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: J. Faul aye R. Berry aye
R. Bonner aye A. Mandel aye
V. Patton aye M. Yates aye
Discussion on Performance Evaluation Process for Executive Director and
Secretary -Treasurer: Ms. Bonner suggested that discussion on this item be tabled. She
expressed that the topic be referred to the Finance Committee for proper consideration.
Motion made by Ms. Bonner, seconded by Mr. Faul that be tabled until Finance
committee discussion.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: J. Faul aye R. Berry aye
R. Bonner aye A. Mandel ay e
V. Patton aye M. Yates aye
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Upon motion made Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. Berry , and unanimously passed,
the meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m.
Secretary -Treasurer