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JOURNAL OF THE (1532nd) MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT
May 9, 2013 – 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
J. H. Buford, Chair B. L. Hoelscher, Executive Director
M. E. Yates, Vice Chair S. M. Myers, General Counsel
R. T. Berry B. A. Schaefer, Secretary-Treasurer
A. K. Mandel J. M. Zimmerman, Director of Finance
J. P. Faul VACANT, Director of Engineering
V. E. Patton J. C. Sprague, Director of Operations
Also present were Tom Sullivan, 35 N. Central; Ed Sweet, Parsons; Stephen
Gregali, City of St. Louis; David Cavendar, Horner & Shifrin; Gloria Lloyd, Call Newspapers;
Edward Laux, RJN Group; Nicole Young, Lion CSG, Meredith Springs, Lion CSG; Amber
Simms Boykins, Luther Supply; Ron Krusie, Burns & McDonnell; Pat Kinsella, Shannon &
Wilson; Amanda Farrar, Midwest; Dale Smith, Geotechnology; Terry Briggs, SITE; Kevin White,
RJN Group; Tom Ratzki, Black & Veatch; Jim Coll, Jacobs; Tim Meyer, Volz, Inc.; Tim
Tappendorf, CMT; Granville White, Kwame; Sunil Thakkar, Jasun Technologies; Rob Kuenzel,
Losli Engineering; William Ray, St. Louis County; Lawrence Nwachukwu, Basilico; Dan
Shepard, MSD; Rodney Ennis, MSD; Todd Loretta, MSD; Dennis Simon, MSD; Dan Shepard,
MSD; Mike Gindler, MSD; Mike Grace, MSD; Theresa Bellville, Asst. Director of Finance; Marie
Collins, Asst. Director of Engineering; Bret Berthold, Asst. Director of Operations; Rich
Unverferth, Asst. Director of Engineering; Vicki Taylor-Edwards, Director of Human Resources;
Barb Mohn, Director of Information Systems; Lance LeComb, Manager of Public Information;
Debbie Johnson, Public Information Representative; and Pam Bell, Secretary to the Executive
Director.
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Mr. Buford opened the meeting pursuant to notice and call.
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Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Mr. Yates, that the Board go into closed
session to discuss legal, confidential or privileged matters under §610.021(1), RSMO 1988
SUPP.; leasing, purchase or sale of real estate under §610.021(2); discussions regarding
negotiations with employee groups under §610.021(9).
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: J. Faul aye R. Berry aye
J. Yates aye J. Buford aye
V. Patton aye A. Mandel aye
During closed session staff updated the Board on the legal strategy related to the
confidential or privileged matters pursuant to §610.021(1), RSMO 1988 SUPP.; leasing,
purchase or sale of real estate under §610.021(2).
The Board also discussed and voted to approve the following properties be
acquired.
1014 Tillie Avenue $7,350.00
City LRA Parcels (41 in total) $88,151.00
Motion by Mr. Berry, seconded by Mr. Yates that the aforementioned properties for
the prices listed above be introduced.
Motion made, seconded and unanimously adopted to suspend the rules to allow
for adoption of proposed purchases.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Mr. Buford that the purchase of the
aforementioned properties for the price listed above be adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye A. Mandel aye
J. Faul aye R. Berry aye
M. Yates aye J. Buford aye
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Upon motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Mr. Yates, the Journal of the April
22, 2013 meeting was approved by unanimous voice vote.
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The Chair welcomed the newest Trustee to the Board. Mr. Buford stated that Ms.
Patton was sworn in earlier at the start of closed session. Ms. Patton is the Executive Director
for the St. Louis Business Diversity Initiative.
Mr. Buford also announced the new committee assignments as follows:
Stakeholder Relations – Ms. Mandel (chair), Mr. Berry, Ms. Patton
Finance – Mr. Berry (chair), Mr. Yates, Mr. Faul
Audit – Mr. Faul (chair), Mr. Berry, Ms. Mandel
Program Management – Mr. Yates (chair), Ms. Mandel, Ms. Patton
Pension – Mr. Yates, Mr. Faul
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Mr. Faul reported that the Stakeholder Relations Committee met on April 22, 2013,
at 3:30p.m. In attendance were Trustees Berry, Buford, Faul, Mandel, Ross and Yates.
The first order of business was to swear in the new Trustee James Faul, by
Secretary-Treasurer Brenda Schaeffer.
Mr. LeComb discussed the 2012 Customer Satisfaction Survey. He advised the
Trustees that there will be a brief presentation regarding the surveying at the Board meeting
occurring later that day.
Next Ms. Edwards presented the District's 2013 Compensation/Salary Study. In
order to comply with District Charter and Civil Service Rules and Regulations, MSD is required
to periodically perform a Compensation/ Salary Study. Mrs. Edwards discussed the results and
the recommended modifications that should be implemented based on the market date. In
addition to making the modifications, several job titles that are not currently being used will be
eliminated in the Classification and Compensation ordinances. With Board approval, the
ordinances to enact these changes will be introduced at a future Board meeting.
Mr. Hoelscher discussed the District's proposed Community Benefits Agreement
(CBA). He explained the purpose of the CBA and its initiative to work hand-in-hand with the
disparity study. It is an on-going initiative and new developments and updates to the agreement
will be presented to the Board throughout the year. There is no formal action required at this
time.
The meeting adjourned at 4:10p.m.
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Mr. Yates reported that the Audit Committee met on May 7, 2013 at 7:30 a.m. In
attendance were Trustees Berry, Buford, Faul and Yates. The Committee approved the minutes
from the prior meeting.
Ms. Myers recommended that the second year option of the contract for Cardinal
Point Partners, LLC be exercised. Cardinal Point Partners provides federal legislative services
for the District. The Audit Committee unanimously recommended this item be forwarded to the
Board for consideration. This is item #44 on tonight’s agenda.
Mr. Loretta provided the attendees with a copy of the May 2013 report for the
Review of the CMOM Program. He explained that the engagement was part of the Fiscal 2013
Audit Plan and that it provided for a review of the processes and related internal controls for the
CMOM program. Mr. Loretta explained that the scope included the various components
contained within the CMOM program plan and that the engagement was conducted during
portions of January through March, 2013. He went on to explain the objectives and the
methodology used to perform the engagement. The overall engagement results received a
“Satisfactory” rating, as no significant issues were identified. There were five engagement
findings identified, which were all assessed at a moderate risk at the business process level.
Mr. Loretta addressed questions from Trustees Yates and Faul.
Ms. Schaefer recommended that the first year option of the contract for Brown
Smith Wallace, LLC be exercised. Brown Smith Wallace provides Internal Audit Services for the
District. The Audit Committee unanimously recommended this item be forwarded to the Board
for consideration. This is item #46 on tonight’s agenda.
Mr. Loretta provided the attendees with a copy of the Internal Audit Status Report.
He explained that the engagements currently in progress include the Medical Plan Benefits audit
and the Collections Process audit. The projects in the planning stage include the Fiscal Year
2014 Audit Plan, the Fraud Risk Assessment, and the Review of Entity Level Controls.
There were no additional items on the agenda. The meeting adjourned at 7:55
am.
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Ms. Mandel reported that the Program Management Committee met on April 29,
2013 at 7:32 a.m. The meeting was attended by Trustees Berry and Mandel.
The minutes of the April 2, 2013 meeting were approved.
The agenda items to be introduced tonight were presented and discussed,
including a detailed discussion regarding the following items:
Item 16 – Fee Fee Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation and I/I Reduction – This ordinance
appropriates funds and authorizes staff to enter into a construction contract with XL Contracting,
Inc. Staff responded to a Committee question in regards to how a MWBE prime contractor
counts towards overall MWBE participation. Staff explained that a MWBE prime contractor will
be credited with 5% participation towards the overall 15% goal and a MBE prime contractor
must obtain an additional 2.5% MBE and 7.5% MBE or WBE participation.
Item 21 – Flow Metering and Monitoring Equipment Acquisition – This ordinance
appropriates funds and authorizes staff to amend an existing contract with ADS Environmental
Services. Staff responded to a Committee question in regards to the original scope of the
contract compared to the agenda item name. Staff went on to explain that the scope of the
original contract was to purchase flow metering equipment and evaluate flow meter data to
support the planning and design efforts. Staff added that the work related to this amendment
would fit into the previous contract scope.
Items 39, 40 & 41 – Creve Coeur Creek Public I/I Reduction, Deer Creek/Maline
Creek Public I/I Reduction, and Galaxy Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation and I/I Reduction – Bids
for these projects were previously rejected. These three ordinances will provide funding and
authorize contracts for the re-bid of these three projects. Because the details of these projects
were previously discussed and because delay of these projects could impact the District’s ability
to meet Consent Decree requirements, the Committee recommends that these three ordinances
be considered for introduction and adoption so that the work may begin as soon as possible.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:58 a.m.
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Mr. Berry reported that the Finance Committee met on May 7, 2013, with Trustees
Buford, Berry, Yates, and Faul in attendance. The minutes from the March 27 and April 16,
2013 meetings were approved.
Ms. Susan Oefelein of McGriff, Seibels & Williams, Inc. reported on the renewal of
the District’s various property and casualty insurance coverage. The Committee recommended
these items be brought to the Board for consideration. These are items #24 - #35 on tonight’s
agenda.
Ms. Edwards recommended the third year option of the contract with Corporate
Claims Management Inc. (CCMI) be exercised. CCMI provides third party administration
services for the District’s water back-up, workers’ compensation, general liability, vehicle, errors
and omissions claims and any other claims against the District. This will be Item #45 on tonight’s
agenda.
Mrs. Zimmerman reported the District’s proposed Total FY14 Budget presented to
the Finance Committee on April 16, 2013 remains unchanged at $493 million dollars. She
indicated this is comprised of a $188 million dollars Operating Budget, Debt Service costs of $57
million dollars and a $247 million dollar CIRP Program. The budget is Item #38 on the agenda.
She also indicated the introduction of an ordinance to establish the District’s 2013 property tax
levies is Item #37 on tonight’s agenda. Mrs. Zimmerman stated a public hearing to review the
FY14 budget is scheduled, as required by Charter, for May 9, 2013 at 6:00.
Mrs. Zimmerman recommended the District exercise a one-year option of its
current contract with Vertex to provide call center and billing/collection system services. This
represents the last year of a ten-year contract. She reported negotiations to upgrade the current
system are underway and implementation is expected to take 18 to 24 months. This upgrade is
projected to cost approximately $3 million dollars. The Committee agreed to forward this item to
the Board for consideration. It is Item #42 on tonight’s agenda.
Mrs. Schaefer recommended the District exercise a one-year option of its current
contract with Bank of America to provide banking services. This represents the second year of
a five-year contract and is item #43 on tonight’s agenda. She also indicated, per a recent audit
recommendation, an ordinance to modify the list of depository banks approved for District use
has also been placed on tonight’s agenda for introduction as Item #36
Mr. William Winningham of the Milliman actuarial firm, presented the actuarial
valuation for the District’s employee pension plan as of December 31, 2012. Mr. Winningham
reported the plan experienced an overall net actuarial gain of $2.1 million dollars and its
investment earnings exceeded the plan’s goal of 7.5%.
Mrs. Zimmerman reported on the current financial condition of the District
indicating it continues in a positive position. She presented the March 2013 Adjustment Review
Committee report as required by ordinance. The report was entered into the record.
Ms. Edwards recommended the District enter into a one-year contract for FY14
with the Missouri Underground Storage Tank Fund for FY 14 storage tank insurance to limit the
District’s exposure for remediation and damages arising from leaking tanks. This is Item #30 on
tonight’s agenda.
Ms. Edwards reported that at the Finance Committee a Classification and
Compensation ordinance was presented to enact the recommendations of the
Compensation/Salary study. At this time because current union negotiations continue staff is
recommending only the C-Schedule portion of the Classification Plan be considered for
introduction at the May 9, 2031 Board Meeting. This portion of the Plan consists of
administrative, technical and managerial positions not represented by a union. Positions within
the other classification schedules will be addressed at the conclusion of the current union
negotiations. These are Items #22 and #23 on tonight’s agenda.
Ms. Kristen Finney-Cooke, from NEPC, reported on the performance of the
District's pension investments through March 2013. During the 1st quarter, the net cash out
flow was $3.5 million dollars and the net investment earnings were $8.5 million dollars. The
fund’s return for the past quarter was 3.7%, which ranks in the 88th percentile of comparable
public sector pension funds.
The meeting closed with Mr. Berry requesting a cost analysis maximizing the use
of companies headquartered in the United States for inclusion on the District’s list of approved
depository banks.
The meeting adjourned at 9:17 a.m.
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Mr. Hoelscher reported that District experienced a pump failure at the Bissell Point
wastewater treatment plant that caused untreated wastewater to be discharged into the
Mississippi River. The issue began on Sunday, April 21, when two of the three effluent
discharge pumps at Bissell Point plant failed. All three pumps were tested prior to April 21 as
part of preparations for the recent rain events and expected high Mississippi River levels in the
St. Louis area. All three were found to be working correctly during that test.
When the Mississippi River is in flood stage above 33 feet, Bissell Point Treatment
Plant’s effluent must be pumped into the river instead of discharging by gravity. The lone
remaining operating pump and several added temporary pumps could not remove enough
water to match the volume of untreated wastewater coming into the plant. As a result, an
estimated 475 million gallons of untreated wastewater entered the river during an eight day
period, or an average of approximately 60 million gallons per day.
The untreated wastewater that discharged into the river was heavily diluted with
stormwater. The daily flows of the river during the discharge period were close to 400 billion
gallons per day. While the discharge of untreated wastewater is an unacceptable event at any
time, in this case, the dilution and the amount of water in the river helped to mitigate any public
health or safety risks, as well as any environmental impacts.
The Mississippi River dropped below 33 feet on April 29. Bissell Point is now
capturing and treating all influent wastewater.
The pump failures and resulting discharge were reported to the Missouri
Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) and MSD remains in contact with MDNR about this
issue.
After two of the three pumps failed, several attempts were made to get the pumps
working. When it became apparent the two failed pumps could not be fixed in a timely manner,
arrangements were made for temporary pumps to be brought to Bissell Point to increase
capacity. Due to the extraordinary efforts of plant personnel, the amount of untreated
wastewater that could have been discharged was greatly mitigated. Temporary pumping is
currently in place to allow the treatment plant to discharge at full capacity.
MSD distributed press releases to local media to keep them updated on the Bissell
Point situation, as well as answered phone calls and conducted interviews. Local media
covered the Bissell Point situation steadily from April 22 through April 30. Reports were
featured on KTVI, KSDK, KMOV, KDNL, Donnybrook, KMOX, KTRS, St. Louis Public Radio,
St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the St. Louis Business Journal, and the Associated Press. We also
communicated with the public via social media and the District’s website.
Current plans are to re-establish permanent pumping capacity no later than the
week of May 20th. Costs to-date for temporary pump rental and fuel is just over $400,000. As
the two pumps that failed were overhauled within the past two years, the District will continue
investigating the cause of the pump failures. Our insurer, FM Global, has also been put on
notice regarding this event.
Finally, there will be a public hearing tonight at 6 p.m. for the District will present its
FY 2014 budget. All those interested are welcome to stay and attend.
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Mr. Tom Sullivan addressed the Board and stated that he requested copies of all
reports or filings to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources relating to the Bissell
overflow. He indicated that the District violated the Sunshine Law because the request was not
answered in the proper manner. He also stated that he received an invoice from the District for
$81.84 relating to the request. He asked how many pages were included and stated no one
would tell him the number of pages. He also did not understand why it took two hours of a
lawyer’s time to look over the data. Mr. Sullivan stated that he doesn’t understand why the
public is kept out of the loop when something like this happens and would like the Board to take
an interest in this to make more information available to the public.
Mr. Sullivan inquired about the $440,000 for Educational/Recreational Facility by
the South County Treatment Plant. He questioned the quote “a commitment made during a
public engagement”. He asked who made this commitment and why is it necessary. He
declared that this is not part of the Consent Decree.
Mr. Sullivan addressed the agenda item relating to blocked and overcharged
mains. He would like the Board to consider raising the amount given to homeowners for the
backups. He mentioned that a lot of homes have bedrooms and offices in their basements and
stated that $2,400 doesn’t even pay up for cleanup or property destroyed.
Finally, Mr. Sullivan questioned why the contract for call center services was not
bid. He used the bond issue as an example of how the District promoted increasing local jobs
and feels this should have been bid. He felt the District could have received a better bid from a
local firm.
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CONSENT AGENDA
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13594 APPROPRIATING $21,600,000.00 FROM THE
SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION
AT LEMAY PUMP STATION NO. 1 REDUNDANT FORCE MAIN (11123), IN THE CITY OF 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 A CONTRACT WITH SAK
CONSTRUCTION LLC FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE AFORESAID SEWERS.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13595 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER
DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF
WILDWOOD, MISSOURI, WHEREBY THE CITY WILL BE ALLOWED TO CONNECT THE
CITY OF WILDWOOD COMMUNITY PARK TO THE DISTRICT SANITARY SEWERS, AND
THE DISTRICT WILL CHARGE THE CITY OF WILDWOOD FOR WASTEWATER SERVICES.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13596 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $100,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE
USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR FF-02 FEE FEE - ALAN SHEPARD I-270 SANITARY
RELIEF PHASE IV (10479), IN THE CITY OF MARYLAND HEIGHTS, MISSOURI; AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF
OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO AMEND THE EXISTING
CONTRACT WITH XL CONTRACTING, INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
AFORESAID SANITARY SEWERS.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13597 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER
DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH GALLAGHER BENEFIT SERVICES
WHEREBY GALLAGHER BENEFIT SERVICES WILL PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL BENEFIT
SERVICES FOR THE DISTRICT EMPLOYEES FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2013, TO
JUNE 30, 2014.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13598 MAKING A SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATION OF $378,718.24 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE
USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR FF-02 FEE FEE - ALAN SHEPARD I-270 SANITARY
RELIEF PHASE IV (WATER RELOCATION) (10480), IN THE CITY OF MARYLAND HEIGHTS,
MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
AMEND THE EXISTING CONTRACT WITH MISSOURI AMERICAN WATER COMPANY FOR
THE WATER LINE RELOCATION.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Mr. Yates, that the Consent Agenda be
adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye M. Yates aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
R. Berry aye A. Mandel 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. 13602 APPROPRIATING $190,000.00 FROM
THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR PRIVATE I/I
REMOVAL IN CREVE COEUR CREEK WATERSHED SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION (10568),
IN THE CITIES OF BALLWIN AND CHESTERFIELD, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST.
LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20032 WITH FRED M. LUTH & SONS,
INC. FOR THE AFORESAID SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION.
Proposed Ord. No. 13602 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20032 consists of the removal of private Inflow sources on 110 work sites. The
purpose of this project is to reduce inflow/infiltration in the Creve Coeur Creek Watershed. This
project is scheduled to be completed in 150 days.
Motion made by Ms. Mandel, seconded by Mr. Yates that proposed Ord. No.
13602 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13603 APPROPRIATING $150,000.00 FROM
THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR PUBLIC
AND PRIVATE I/I REMOVAL IN FEE FEE TRUNK SEWER (SKME-002) REHABILITATION
AND I/I REDUCTION (10597), IN THE CITIES OF CREVE COEUR, MARYLAND HEIGHTS,
TOWN & COUNTRY 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.
20041 WITH XL CONTRACTING, INC. FOR THE AFORESAID PUBLIC AND PRIVATE I/I
REMOVAL.
Proposed Ord. No. 13603 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20041 consists of the removal of private inflow sources on 76 properties. The
purpose of this project is to alleviate building backups and overcharged sanitary sewer mains.
This project is scheduled to be completed in 150 days.
Motion by Mr. Yates, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No. 13603 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13604 APPROPRIATING $2,300,000.00 FROM
THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR PRIVATE
I/I REMOVAL IN GLENDALE SECTION D SANITARY RELIEF PHASE III (SKME-624) I/I
REDUCTION (10458), IN THE CITIES OF GLENDALE, KIRKWOOD, ROCK HILL AND
WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND
SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER
DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20038 WITH XL CONTRACTING, INC. FOR
THE AFORESAID PRIVATE I/I REMOVAL.
Proposed Ord. No. 13604 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #10815 consists of the construction of approximately 3,557 lineal feet of pipe sewers
varying in size from 8-inches to 36-inches in diameter and appurtenances. This construction is
the second phase of a multiple phase improvement program. The purpose of this project is to
alleviate property loss and damage due to overcharged sanitary sewers and basement backups.
This will allow for the removal of two sanitary sewer overflows after Phase V is completed. This
project is scheduled to be completed in 500 days.
Motion by Ms. Mandel, seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 13604 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13605 APPROPRIATING $440,000.00 FROM
THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT CONSTRUCTION IN LOWER MERAMEC RIVER WWTP
EDUCATIONAL/RECREATIONAL FACILITY (11106), IN 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.
20037 WITH KOZENY-WAGNER, INC., INC. FOR THE AFORESAID WASTEWATER TREATMENT
PLANT CONSTRUCTION.
Proposed Ord. No. 13605 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20037 consists of the construction of a pavilion, kiosks, artifact display cases, rain
garden, pervious concrete pavement, and appurtenances, and modification of existing
sedimentation basin. The purpose of this project is to meet the commitment to build an
educational facility that was made during the public engagement process. This project is
scheduled to be completed in 300 days.
Motion made by Mr. Yates, seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 13605
be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13606 APPROPRIATING $2,050,000.00 FROM
THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWERS IN STONINGTON SANITARY RELIEF (SKME-652)
(10185), IN THE CITY OF FRONTENAC, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS
SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH BATES UTILITY COMPANY FOR THE
AFORESAID SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION.
Proposed Ord. No. 13606 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20040 consists of the construction of approximately 2,350 lineal feet of 8-inch to 16-
inch diameter sanitary sewers and appurtenances. The purpose of this project is to alleviate
sanitary sewer surcharging, wet weather backups, and eliminate one (1) constructed SSO (BP-
166). This project is scheduled to be completed in 456 days.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13606 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED NO. 13607 APPROPRIATING $3,400,000.00 FROM THE
SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT COSTS FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWERS IN TAYLOR-FILLMORE-HARRISON SANITARY
RELIEF (SKME-502 & 503) (10121), IN UNINCORPORATED ST. LOUIS COUNTY AND THE
CITY OF KIRKWOOD, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND
SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER
DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 20033 WITH GERSHENSON CONSTRUCTION,
CO., INC. FOR THE AFORESAID SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION.
Proposed Ord. No. 13607 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20033 consists of the construction of approximately 6,500 lineal feet of sewers
varying in size from 8-inches to 30-inches in diameter and appurtenances. The purpose of this
project is to alleviate building backups and overcharged sanitary sewers. This project will
eliminate three (3) SSOs (BP-400, BP-385 and BP-407). This project is scheduled to be
completed in 620 days.
Motion made by Mr. Yates, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13607 be adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13608 APPROPRIATING $500,000.00 FROM
THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND FOR FLOW METERING AND MONITORING
SERVICES FOR FLOW METERING AND MONITORING EQUIPMENT ACQUISITION (10470) AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE
METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO AMENDMENT NO. 9 OF
CONTRACT NO. 20048 WITH ADS ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES FOR THE AFORESAID FLOW
METERING AND MONITORING SERVICES.
Proposed Ord. No. 13608 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #20048 authorizes the District to execute Amendment No. 9 to the current contract with
ADS Environmental Services, LLC to supplement District staff in the final review and processing
of back-log raw flow meter data collected by in-house staff. This data will provide information to
District staff, planning consultants, and watershed and design consultants regarding flow, level
and velocity to characterize the sewer system response to dry and wet weather events. This
data is used in refining and calibrating hydraulic models for use in the CSO and SSO programs,
the future Capital Improvement and Replacement Program, as well as meet Consent Decree
requirements.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13608 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13609 REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 13261, AS
ADOPTED JUNE 9, 2011, AND ENACTING A NEW ORDINANCE IN LIEU THEREOF,
PRESCRIBING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE CLASSIFIED
SERVICE OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT, AND SPECIFYING ANY
CHANGES TO C SCHEDULE CLASSIFICATIONS PER THE FOX LAWSON & ASSOCIATES
INTERNAL EQUITY & COMPENSATION STUDY RESULTS DATED FEBRUARY 2013, AND
DESIGNATING THOSE CLASSIFICATIONS WHICH ARE ELIGIBLE FOR PAYMENT OF
OVERTIME COMPENSATION.
Proposed Ord. No. 13609 was presented and read. The District contracted with
Fox, Lawson & Associates (FLA), a Division of Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc., in September,
2011 to conduct a salary/compensation study. FLA submitted the report on February 28, 2013.
It was communicated to employees and unions. There was an open meeting of the Civil Service
Commission on March 28, 2013 resulting in unanimous approval by the Commissioners to move
forward for Board introduction and approval. This Classification Plan reflects the results of the
compensation study for the C Schedule classified employees only at this time. These are
administrative, technical and managerial positions not represented by a union. Positions within
the other schedules will be addressed at a later date at the conclusion of the union negotiations.
Motion by Ms. Patton, seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 13609 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13610 REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 13262
ADOPTED JUNE 9, 2011 AND ENACTING A NEW ORDINANCE IN LIEU THEREOF,
PRESCRIBING A COMPENSATION PLAN FOR ALL CLASSIFIED AND UNCLASSIFIED
POSITIONS OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT, EXCEPT THE
POSITIONS OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SECRETARY-TREASURER AND INTERNAL
AUDITOR, AND REFLECTING ANY CHANGES TO C SCHEDULE COMPENSATION AND
PAY GRADE ASSIGNMENT OF UNCLASSIFIED POSITIONS PER THE FOX LAWSON &
ASSOCIATES INTERNAL EQUITY & COMPENSATION STUDY RESULTS DATED
FEBRUARY 2013.
Proposed Ord. No. 13610 was presented and read. The District contracted with
Fox, Lawson & Assoc. (FLA), a division of Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc., in September, 2011
to conduct a salary/compensation study. FLA submitted the study on February 28, 2013. It was
communicated to employees and the unions. There was an open meeting of the Civil Service
Commission on March 28, 2013 resulting in unanimous approval by the Commissioners to move
forward for Board introduction and adoption. This Compensation Plan reflects the results of the
compensation study for the C Schedule employees only at this time. These are administrative,
technical and managerial positions not represented by a union. Positions within the other
schedules will be addressed at a later date at the conclusion of the union negotiations.
Motion by Ms. Patton, seconded by Mr. Berry that proposed Ord. No. 13610 be
introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13611 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO F.M.
GLOBAL INSURANCE COMPANY (MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS, OF MISSOURI INC., AGENT)
FOR THE DISTRICT’S PRIMARY PROPERTY, BOILER AND MACHINERY INSURANCE
COVERAGE FROM JULY 1, 2013 TO JUNE 30, 2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13611 was presented and read. This insurance provides
replacement cost coverage for real and personal property in excess of the deductible and
subject to policy limits. This ordinance will authorize the District to enter into a contract with FM
Global Insurance Company from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13611 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13612 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO F.M.
GLOBAL INSURANCE COMPANY (MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS, OF MISSOURI INC., AGENT)
FOR THE DISTRICT’S EXCESS FLOOD & EARTH MOVEMENT INSURANCE COVERAGE
FROM JULY 1, 2013 TO JUNE 30, 2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13612 was presented and read. This insurance provides
$30,000,000 replacement cost coverage for flood for real and personal property in excess of the
policy limits provided under the NFIP through FEMA. The insurance provides $50,000,000
replacement cost coverage for real and personal property for earth movement. This ordinance
will authorize the District to enter into a contract with FM Global Insurance Company from July
1, 2013 to June 30, 2014.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13612 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13613 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS
SEWER DISTRICT TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY IN ORDER TO PROCURE FLOOD
INSURANCE FROM THE NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM (FEDERAL EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT AGENCY) DURING THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2013 TO JUNE 30, 2014, FOR THE
BUILDINGS AND CONTENTS AT CERTAIN SPECIFIED DISTRICT LOCATIONS.
Proposed Ord. No. 13613 was presented and read. This insurance provides
actual cash value coverage for real and personal property in excess of the deductible, and
subject to policy limits. This ordinance will authorize the District to enter into a contract with
National Flood Insurance Program (FEMA and Selective Insurance Company) from July 1, 2013
to June 30, 2014.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13613 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13614 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO ARCH
INSURANCE GROUP INC. (MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS, OF MISSOURI INC., AGENT) FOR
THE DISTRICT’S EXCESS WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE COVERAGE FROM JULY 1,
2013 TO JUNE 30, 2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13614 was presented and read. This insurance coverage
indemnifies MSD against loss claim expense in excess of the retention level as a result of
Workers’ Compensation of Employers Liability, subject to policy limits. This ordinance will
authorize the District to enter into a contract with Arch Insurance Group Inc from July 1, 2013 to
June 30, 2014.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13614 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13615 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO FEDERAL
(CHUBB) INSURANCE COMPANY (MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS, OF MISSOURI INC., AGENT)
FOR THE DISTRICT’S FIDUCIARY LIABILITY INSURANCE FROM JULY 1, 2013, JUNE 30,
2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13615 was presented and read. This insurance coverage
pays, on behalf of MSD, all sums in excess of the deductible, that the District becomes legally
obligated to pay as a result of Breach of Fiduciary Duty, subject to policy limits. This ordinance
will authorize the District to enter into a contract with Federal (Chubb) Insurance Company from
July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13615 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13616 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO FEDERAL
(CHUBB) INSURANCE COMPANY (MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS, OF MISSOURI INC., AGENT)
FOR THE DISTRICT’S COMMERCIAL CRIME INSURANCE COVERAGE FROM JULY 1, 2013
TO JUNE 30, 2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13616 was presented and read. This insurance coverage
indemnifies MSD against loss and claim expense in excess of the deductible level as a result of
a Commercial Crime event, subject to policy limits. This ordinance will authorize the District to
enter into a contract with Federal (Chubb) Insurance Company from July 1, 2013 to June 30,
2014.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13616 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13617 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO
MISSOURI UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK INSURANCE FUND FOR THE DISTRICT’S
UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK INSURANCE COVERAGE FROM JULY 1, 2013, JUNE 30,
2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13617 was presented and read. This ordinance will authorize
the District to enter into a contract with Missouri Underground Storage Tank Fund from July 1,
2013 to June 30, 2014.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13617 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13618 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO ZURICH
(STEADFAST) INSURANCE COMPANY (MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS, OF MISSOURI INC.,
AGENTS) FOR THE DISTRICT’S MAJOR FACILITY POLLUTION LIABILITY INSURANCE FROM JULY
1, 2013 TO JUNE 30, 2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13618 was presented and read. This ordinance will authorize
the District to enter into a contract with Zurich (Steadfast) Insurance Company
from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014 for the District’s Facility Pollution Liability coverage. This
policy provides $10 million of coverage above a $500,000 self-insured retention for pollution
environmental claims.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13618 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13619 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO ZURICH
(STEADFAST) INSURANCE COMPANY (MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS OF MISSOURI, INC.,
AGENT) FOR THE DISTRICT'S BLOCKED MAIN AND OVERCHARGED SEWER LINE BACKUP
INSURANCE COVERAGE FROM JULY 1, 2013 TO JUNE 30, 2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13619 was presented and read. Since 1995 MSD has
sponsored an insurance program that compensates customers for damage arising from sewer
backups that were caused by blocked sewer mains. This ordinance will authorize the District to
enter into a contract with Zurich (Steadfast) Insurance Company from July 1, 2013 to June 30,
2014. The policy provides $10,000,000 of coverage above a deductible of $8,500,000.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13619 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13620 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO
TRAVELERS INSURANCE COMPANIES (MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS OF MISSOURI, INC.,
AGENT) FOR THE DISTRICT’S AUTO LIABILITY INSURANCE PROGRAM COVERAGE FROM
JULY 1, 2013 TO JUNE 30, 2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13620 was presented and read. This insurance provides
coverage for liability claims and defense costs. This ordinance will authorize the District to enter
into a contract with Travelers Insurance Company from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. The
policy provides $2,000,000 of auto liability coverage above a $100,000 deductible and auto
physical damage above a $3,000 deductible.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13620 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13621 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO RLI
INSURANCE COMPANY (MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS, OF MISSOURI INC., AGENT) FOR THE
DISTRICT’S CONTRACTORS EQUIPMENT (INLAND MARINE) INSURANCE PROGRAM FROM JULY
1, 2013 TO JUNE 30, 2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13621 was presented and read. This insurance provides
coverage for loss of and /or damage to listed equipment. This ordinance will authorize the
District to enter into a contract with RLI Insurance Company from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014.
The policy provides $250,000 of loss and damage coverage per piece of equipment above a
$2,500 deductible per piece of equipment (unlicensed vehicles and equipment) listed on the
policy. The District will cover $5,352,432 of equipment under this policy which is the policy limit.
Equipment is excluded under the auto physical damage policy and is subject to a $100,000
deductible under the property policy if located on District property.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13621 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13622 AWARDING A CONTRACT TO
AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL SURPLUS LINES INSURANCE COMPANY (MCGRIFF, SEIBELS &
WILLIAMS, OF MISSOURI INC., AGENT) FOR THE DISTRICT’S OWNERS POLLUTION PROTECTIVE
INSURANCE PROGRAM COVERAGE FROM JULY 1, 2013 TO JUNE 30, 2014.
Proposed Ord. No. 13622 was presented and read. This insurance provides
coverage for loss due to a pollution condition caused by a contractor hired by the District with a
contract value under $100,000. This coverage only indemnifies the District and provides no
protection to the contractor. This ordinance will authorize the District to enter into a contract
with American International Surplus Lines Insurance Company from July 1, 2013 to June 30,
2014. The policy provides $3,000,000 of pollution coverage above a $25,000 deductible per
loss.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13622 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13623 REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 12010
AND RESOLUTION NO. 3009, TO PROVIDE FOR THE SELECTION OF APPROVED DEPOSITARY
BANKS AND APPROVED SECURITIES DEALERS, THE MAKING AND TERMS OF TIME AND
DEMAND DEPOSITS AND AUTHORIZED INVESTMENTS, THE FORM OF SECURITY FOR
SAFEKEEPING OF DISTRICT FUNDS, THE APPROVAL OF AUTHORIZED DISTRICT
REPRESENTATIVES FOR PURPOSES OF SIGNING OF CHECKS AND MAKING OF TRANSFERS OF
DISTRICT FUNDS, THE FURNISHING OF SURETY BONDS FOR AUTHORIZED DISTRICT
REPRESENTATIVES, AND REPORTS OF THE SECRETARY-TREASURER TO THE BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE DISTRICT WITH RESPECT TO THE DEPOSIT AND INVESTMENT OF
DISTRICT FUNDS.
Proposed Ord. No. 13623 was presented and read. The provisions contained in
this ordinance shall take the place of and supersede the provisions of all prior ordinances or
resolutions relating to the same subject matter which are herewith inconsistent, including but not
limited to Ordinance Nos. 12010, adopted June 6, 2005, and 7879, adopted August 9, 1989 and
10908, adopted February 8, 2001, Resolution Nos. 3009 adopted January 12, 2012, and 2938,
adopted October 14, 2010 and such ordinances and resolutions are hereby repealed.
Motion made by Mr. Yates, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13623 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13624 REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 13524,
ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 27, 2012, AND ENACTING A NEW ORDINANCE IN LIEU THEREOF,
DETERMINING THE AMOUNT OF TAXES WHICH SHALL BE LEVIED, ASSESSED, AND
COLLECTED IN THE YEAR 2013 ON ALL TAXABLE TANGIBLE PROPERTY IN THE DISTRICT
WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS AND ST. LOUIS COUNTY,
RESPECTIVELY, AND IN SUBDISTRICTS WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF ST. LOUIS
COUNTY AS FOLLOWS: COLDWATER CREEK TRUNK SUBDISTRICT, GRAVOIS CREEK TRUNK
SUBDISTRICT, MALINE CREEK TRUNK SUBDISTRICT, WATKINS CREEK TRUNK SUBDISTRICT,
SUBDISTRICT NO. 88 (FOUNTAIN CREEK), SUBDISTRICT NO. 89 (LORETTA-JOPLIN),
SUBDISTRICT NO. 342 (CLAYTON-CENTRAL), SUBDISTRICT NO. 366 (UNIVERSITY CITY BRANCH
OF RIVER DES PERES STORMWATER SUBDISTRICT), SUBDISTRICT NO. 367 (DEER CREEK
STORMWATER SUBDISTRICT), SUBDISTRICT NO. 369 (SUGAR CREEK), SUBDISTRICT NO. 448
(MISSOURI RIVER –BONFILS), SUBDISTRICT NO. 449 (MERAMEC RIVER BASIN - M.S.D.
SOUTHWEST), SUBDISTRICT NO. 453 (SHREWSBURY BRANCH OF RIVER DES PERES),
SUBDISTRICT NO. 454 (SEMINARY BRANCH OF RIVER DES PERES), SUBDISTRICT NO. 455
(BLACK CREEK), SUBDISTRICT NO. 1 OF THE RIVER DES PERES WATERSHED (CREVE COEUR-
FRONTENAC AREA), SUBDISTRICT NO. 4 OF THE RIVER DES PERES WATERSHED (NORTH
AFFTON AREA) AND SUBDISTRICT NO. 7 OF THE RIVER DES PERES WATERSHED (WELLSTON
AREA); AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES, IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHARTER SECTION 7.310
AUTHORIZES THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO CERTIFY AS TO THE AMOUNT OF TAXES WHICH
SHALL BE LEVIED, ASSESSED AND COLLECTED FOR THE AFOREMENTIONED
SUBDISTRICTSWITH AN EMERGENCY CLAUSE.
Proposed Ord. No. 13624 was presented and read. The action determines the
amount of taxes which shall be levied, assessed and collected in the year 2013 on all taxable
tangible property in the District within the corporate limits of the City of St. Louis and St. Louis
County, respectively, and in its Various Sub Districts.
Motion made by Mr. Yates, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13624 be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13625 REPEALING AND SUPERSEDING
ORDINANCE NO. 13403 ADOPTED JUNE 14, 2012, AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR
THE CURRENT EXPENSES OF THE DISTRICT IN THE GENERAL FUND, THE WATER
BACKUP INSURANCE AND REIMBURSEMENT FUND, THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
FUND, THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND, THE STORMWATER OPERATIONS,
MAINTENANCE AND CONSTRUCTION IMPROVEMENT FUNDS, THE EMERGENCY
FUNDS, THE DEBT SERVICE FUNDS, AND THE WASTEWATER REVENUE BOND
SERVICE FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2013 AND ENDING JUNE
30, 2014, AMOUNTING IN THE AGGREGATE TO $230,154,178 TO PAY INTEREST FALLING
DUE ON BONDS ISSUED, THE COSTS OF SUPPORT, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE
OF THE DISTRICT AND ITS VARIOUS SUBDISTRICTS, AND EMERGENCIES IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO BE
INTRODUCED MAY 9, 2013.
Proposed Ord. No. 13625 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the
District to expend funds during FY 2014 for wastewater and stormwater operations of the
District.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13625be introduced.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
J. Faul aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye A. Mandel aye
INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13626 APPROPRIATING
$2,800,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT
COSTS FOR THE REHABILITATION OF SANITARY SEWERS IN CREVE COEUR CREEK
PUBLIC I/I REDUCTION (11831), IN THE CITIES OF BALLWIN AND CHESTERFIELD,
MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 10785 WITH SAK CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE
AFORESAID SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION.
Proposed Ord. No. 13626 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #10785 consists of the rehabilitation of approximately 63,794 lineal feet of pipe sewers
varying in size from 8-inches to 30-inches in diameter, using cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP)
methods, 333 manholes, and 299 service connections. The purpose of this project is to reduce
inflow/infiltration in the Creve Coeur Creek Watershed. This project will eliminate one (1)
constructed SSO (BP-039). This project is scheduled to be completed in 365 days.
Motion by Mr. Berry seconded by Mr. Yates that proposed Ord. No. 13626 be
introduced.
Motion made, seconded and unanimously adopted to suspend the rules to allow
for adoption of proposed Ord. No. 13626.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13626 be adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
A. Mandel aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye J. Faul aye
The Chair declared proposed Ord. No. 13626 adopted.
INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13627 APPROPRIATING
$3,350,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT
COSTS FOR SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION IN DEER CREEK/MALINE CREEK
PUBLIC I/I REDUCTION (11829), IN THE CITIES OF FERGUSON, FRONTENAC AND
LADUE, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 11010 WITH SAK CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE
AFORESAID SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION.
Proposed Ord. No. 13627 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #11010 consists of the rehabilitation of approximately 70,746 lineal feet of sewers
varying in size from 8-inches to 21-inches in diameter, using cured-in-place pipe (CIPP)
methods, 769 manholes, 578 service connections, and 18 point repairs. The purpose of this
project is to reduce inflow/infiltration in the Deer Creek and Maline Creek Watersheds. This
project will provide for the elimination of two (2) constructed SSOs (BP-166 and BP-315) after
the Stonington Sanitary Relief and Upper Jeske Lateral Sanitary Relief projects are constructed.
This project is scheduled to be completed in 550 days.
Motion by Mr. Berry seconded by Mr. Yates that proposed Ord. No. 13627 be
introduced.
Motion made, seconded and unanimously adopted to suspend the rules to allow
for adoption of proposed Ord. No. 13627.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13627 be adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
A. Mandel aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye J. Faul aye
The Chair declared proposed Ord. No. 13627 adopted.
INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ORD. NO. 13628 APPROPRIATING
$800,000.00 FROM THE SANITARY REPLACEMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR PROJECT
COSTS FOR THE REHABILITATION OF SANITARY SEWERS IN GALAXY (BP-491)
SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION AND I/I REDUCTION (10610), IN UNINCORPORATED
ST. LOUIS COUNTY AND THE CITIES OF BRIDGETON, MARYLAND HEIGHTS AND ST.
ANN, MISSOURI; AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO CONTRACT NO. 11039 WITH SAK CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR THE
AFORESAID SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION.
Proposed Ord. No. 13628 was presented and read. The work to be done under
Contract #11039 consists of the rehabilitation of approximately 8,447 lineal feet of sewers
varying in size from 8-inches to 18-inches in diameter utilizing cured-in-place pipe (CIPP)
methods, the rehabilitation of approximately 79 manholes, and repair of approximately 191
service connections. The purpose of this project is to rehabilitate sewer, manholes, and
connections to enable the future removal of BP-491. This project is scheduled to be completed
in 180 days.
Motion by Mr. Berry seconded by Mr. Yates that proposed Ord. No. 13628 be
introduced.
Motion made, seconded and unanimously adopted to suspend the rules to allow
for adoption of proposed Ord. No. 13628.
Motion made by Mr. Berry, seconded by Ms. Mandel that proposed Ord. No.
13628 be adopted.
Motion passed – 6 ayes, no nays
Poll taken: V. Patton aye R. Berry aye
A. Mandel aye J. Buford aye
M. Yates aye J. Faul aye
The Chair declared proposed Ord. No. 13628 adopted.
Resolutions
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3087 WHEREAS ORDINANCE NO. 11546, ADOPTED
JULY 10, 2003, AUTHORIZED THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH VERTEX, WHEREBY VERTEX WOULD PROVIDE CALL
CENTER AND BILLING/COLLECTION SERVICES FOR THE DISTRICT.
Resolution No. 3087 was presented and read.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3089 WHEREAS ORDINANCE NO. 13405, ADOPTED
JUNE 14, 2012, AUTHORIZED THE DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO A SERIES OF CONTRACTS
AND AGREEMENTS WITH BANK OF AMERICA N.A., WHEREBY BANK OF AMERICA
WOULD PROVIDE BANKING AND SAFEKEEPING SERVICES FOR THE DISTRICT.
Resolution No. 3089 was presented and read.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3091 WHEREAS ORDINANCE NO. 13275, ADOPTED
JUNE 9, 2011, AUTHORIZED THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-TREASURER
ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH CARDINAL POINT PARTNERS, LLC WHEREBY CARDINAL POINT
PARTNERS, LLC WOULD PROVIDE FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE SERVICES FOR THE
DISTRICT.
Resolution No. 3091 was presented and read.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3093 WHEREAS ORDINANCE NO. 13093, ADOPTED
JUNE 10, 2010, AUTHORIZED THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY-
TREASURER ON BEHALF OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT TO
ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH CORPORATE CLAIMS MANAGEMENT, INC. (CCMI)
WHEREBY CORPORATE CLAIMS MANAGEMENT, INC. (CCMI) WILL PROVIDE THIRD
PARTY ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FOR THE DISTRICT'S WATER BACK-UP, WORKERS'
COMPENSATION, GENERAL LIABILITY, AUTO, ERRORS AND OMISSIONS CLAIMS AND
ANY OTHER CLAIM AGAINST THE DISTRICT, BOARD OF TRUSTEES, CIVIL SERVICE
COMMISSION, RATE COMMISSION OR DISTRICT STAFF AS MAY BE ASSIGNED BY THE
OFFICE OF RISK MANAGEMENT.
Resolution No. 3093 was presented and read.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3094 WHEREAS ORDINANCE NO. 13380, ADOPTED
APRIL 12, 2012, AUTHORIZED THE DISTRICT TO ENTER INTO A SERIES OF CONTRACTS
AND AGREEMENTS WITH BROWN SMITH WALLACE, LLC, WHEREBY BROWN SMITH
WALLACE, LLC WOULD PROVIDE INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR THE DISTRICT.
Resolution No. 3094 was presented and read.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3085 EXPRESSING THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES’
APPRECIATION TO DONALD P. TORRETTI FOR HIS 38 YEARS OF EXEMPLARY SERVICE
TO THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT FROM AUGUST 7, 1974, TO HIS
RETIREMENT EFFECTIVE MAY 1, 2013.
Resolution No. 3085 was presented and read.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3090 WHEREAS JOHN GOFFSTEIN SERVED ON THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT FROM
DECEMBER 19, 2005 TO APRIL 17, 2013, HAVING HELD THE POSITIONS OF BOARD
CHAIR, BOARD VICE CHAIR, CHAIR OF THE STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS AND AUDIT
COMMITTEES, AND SERVED ON THE PENSION AND FINANCE COMMITTEES.
Resolution No. 3090 was presented and read.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3092 WHEREAS EDDIE G. ROSS, JR. SERVED ON THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT FROM
MARCH 14, 2009 TO APRIL 22, 2013, HAVING HELD THE POSITIONS OF CHAIR OF
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, CHAIR OF AUDIT COMMITTEE AND SERVING ON THE
PENSION COMMITTEE.
Resolution No. 3092 was presented and read.
Motion made by Ms. Patton, seconded by Ms. Mandel that Resolution Nos. 3085,
3087, 3089, 3090, 3091, 3092, 3093 and 3094 be adopted.
Motion passed – voice vote, all ayes
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Upon motion made Mr. Yates, seconded by Ms. Mandel, and unanimously passed,
the meeting adjourned at 5:48 p.m.
Secretary-Treasurer