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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997/01/21 - Lower Hood Canal CWD LOWER HOOD CANAL CLEAN WATER DISTRICT JANUARY 21, 1997 ATTENDANCE: Cynthia D. Olsen, Commissioner John A. Bolender, Chairperson Mary Jo Cady, Commissioner The Lower Hood Canal Clean Water District meeting was called to order at 1:30 p.m. by Chairperson Cynthia D. Olsen. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Cmmr. Cady/Bolender moved and seconded to forward the December 16, 1996 minutes to Bill Hunter and Mary Faughender for their concurrence and signature; and will approve at the next meeting. B-aye; C-aye; O-aye. STAFF REPORT Mark Tompkins, Program Manager,reported on completion of surveys. Inspections completed in December- 85 Inspections completed year to date - 4,548 At the beginning of the program in 1994; it was projected how many surveys would be completed per month. It was estimated 5,220 surveys would be complete and they have completed 4,548. There have been 480 people who g have refused access;215 people have not responded to the attempts to contact which included two initial mailings of survey forms, three phone calls; two door knocks; and certified letter. In addition, there were owners which closed up their homes for the winter before they were surveyed. They have 67 individuals who have given consent to inspect,but were unable to coordinate a survey date before the end of the year,which will be conducted in 1997. There are 11 dye tests which were initiated in November/December 1996 and the individuals have moved out for the winter. When the individuals come back for the summer water samples need to be conducted. Failures identified in December- 5 Failures identified to date - 485 Repairs completed in December 2 Repairs completed to date - 342 Systems waiting to be installed- 21 Residences posted for non-occupancy-36(These are failures needing to be corrected;seasonal residences which are vacant for more than one year) Systems in stages of repairs - 82 FINANCIAL REPORT They have converted to a quarterly budget report and the fourth quarter report is still being prepared. Kathy Schluter used to prepare the reports and is no longer on staff. Candy Archer has assumed this duty and is still working on the 13th month billing. ADVISORY COMMITTEE UPDATE Sue Texeira,Lower Hood Canal Clean Water District Advisory Board Chairperson,submitted a revised list(January 73 1997) of recommendations for the remaining balance of funds. She noted they added an educational program for the schools within the Lower Hood Canal Clean Water District. An meeting is set for January 29, 1997 to review the work plan. LOWER HOOD CANAL CLEAN WATER DISTRICT JANUARY 21, 1997 - PAGE 2 Also, the committee had recommended a map outlining the areas which have been surveyed with a thanks noted on top. Mr. Tompkins will be assisting the advisory committee to include in the newsletter. There was discussion about the administrative search warrant that Kitsap County has drafted. It is intended to be brought before the legislature this year. Board Member Cady again stated if there is just cause to go onto private property, it is acceptable. Just because there is a program is not necessarily just cause to go onto private property. The next advisory committee meeting is February 3. Dodie Schmitz expressed concern about finishing the project so the individuals who have paid their assessment are assured even though some staff have been released in Health Services the program will still be completed. Mr. Tompkins has assured her everything will work out. However, she was concerned there still is not enough staff to complete this. Mr. Tompkins responded there is a group in community association in Union which is interested in a community solution to on-site sewage disposal problems. They feel the most prudent solution is a community based system and they are looking at options. The Health Services staff is willing to extend the time lines if 10- 12 homes will work together for a solution. The question was raised as to what type of failures are identified in the Union community. Mr. Tompkins responded they are dye test failures and high bacterial counts. Ms. Schmitz also asked about the situation where a system was capped and pumping even though there were still problems. Mr. Tompkins commented that the owner is selling his parcel and is not as cooperative in moving forward with compliance. He hasn't seen the state tests to know what is being reported. Ms. Schmitz stressed the status report on repairs is critical information that the public should be aware of. She stated the County should press for individuals to comply so the program can be completed. Mr. Tompkins stated they have found that even the most diligent homeowners cannot follow the strict timelines outlined in the enforcement policy. They have tried to work with individual homeowners on realistic timelines and addressing the septic problems. MASON CONSERVATION DISTRICT Chad Stussy, Conservation District, explained they were awarded a three-year grant to assist landowners,who own livestock to better manage their farm. The grant will be complete the spring of 1998. They work on best management practices(bmp's) such as fencing off streams, installing gutters, cross fencing,and pasture.management. They have assisted 37 landowners;farm plans completed 14; farm plans in process 3; technical assistance provided 20; best management practices planned 146; best management practices implemented 49. They are looking for more landowners within the Lower Hood Canal Clean Water District to assist. The winter — season is a little slow. LOWER HOOD CANAL CLEAN WATER DISTRICT JANUARY 21, 1997 - PAGE 3 The Conservation District is planning to meet with the Commissioners to give an overview of the projects to give a better idea of what is happening in the district. MEETING SCHEDULE Cmmr. CadyBolender moved and seconded to have the Lower Hood Canal Clean Water District Board meet quarterly at the same time as Totten-Little Skookum Clean Water District board meetings. B-aye; C-aye; 0- aye. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 12:03 p.m. due to no further business. Respectfully Submitted, Rebecca S. Rogers JCynthia OD C AL CL AN ER DISTRICT j Olsen, Chairperson - A. Bolender, Commissioner Mary Jo C , C missioner