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- May 28, 2014
Meeting Minutes
April 26, 2014Opening
The regular meeting of the Mountain Meadows Mutual Water Company was called to order at 1705 on April 26, 2014 in The Archibald house by Bill Archibald, president.Present
Bill Archibald, David Richman, Blair Hafner – board members Kitty VanStelle, Carol Kavulla – shareholders.Approval of Minutes
The minutes of the previous meeting were unanimously approved as distributed.New Business
There was a discussion of AB-240.
This law requires all shareholders to be notified of any board meeting four days before the meeting and two days before an executive meeting.
Shareholders must notify the Board within 24 hours of a meeting if they plan to attend.
Minutes for a board meeting must be available by thirty days after the meeting.
The Board is required to keep records for at least three years. Records include a water quality report (CCR), meeting agendas, meeting minutes and an annual budget.
This law also requires that each board member complete a training course regarding the duties of mutual water company board members. This course must be repeated every six years. This board completed the course in 2013.
The California Governor has asked for a 20% reduction in water usage by 2020. Currently, water restrictions call for NO Watering between 10am and 4pm. No problems with our water supply are anticipated this year but we will be closely monitoring well levels and will implement restrictions as necessary.The County and State are requiring significant surveys and electronic data from the Company.
Reserves are up although we owe money on the installation of the meters for Mt. Meadow Condos and Pinon Springs Condos along with some other work.
The transducer on Tank #1 was replaced by Sierra Controls for $1600 to resolve a telemetry problem.
The check valve on Booster Pump #1 was replaced, Booster Pump #2’s is still good.
Our fire hydrants have all been checked by the Fire Department and meet the required fire flows.
Some shareholders are behind in payments, this makes it difficult for us to pay for required system upkeep. If you are having difficulty call and a payment schedule can be arranged, we will work with you if you work with us. There were four shut-off notices sent out in December, one house has had its meter locked out. We do not want to be water cops but we are responsible for maintaining a working water system for all shareholders.
Adjournment
Meeting was adjourned at 1845 by Bill Archibald, president. The next general meeting will be in the Fall of 2014.- May 4, 2014
2013 Consumer Confidence Report
Water System Name:
Mountain Meadows Mutual Water
Report Date:
April 2014
We test the drinking water quality for many constituents as required by State and Federal Regulations.
This report shows the results of our monitoring for the period of January 1 - December 31, 2012.
Type of water source(s) in use:
Groundwater – 4 Wells
Name & location of source(s):
Mountain Meadows Mutual Water Company.
Well 3 is located in the meadow behind Elderberry Drive. Wells 5 is located off of South Landing near
Highway 395. Wells 1 and 4 located off of Meadowview Drive are only available in an emergency.
Drinking Water Source Assessment information:
Mono County Health Department
Time and place of regularly scheduled board meetings for public participation:
October 2014
At the Crowley Lake Community Center on South Landing Drive
For more information, contact
Blair Hafner
Phone:
(760) 935 – 4504
TERMS USED IN THIS REPORT:
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. Primary MCLs are set as close to the PHGs (or MCLGs) as is economically and technologically feasible. Secondary MCLs are set to protect the odor, taste, and appearance of drinking water.
Primary Drinking Water Standards (PDWS): MCLs for contaminants that affect health along with their monitoring and reporting requirements, and water treatment requirements.
Secondary Drinking Water Standards (SDWS): MCLs for contaminants that affect taste, odor, or appearance of the drinking water. Contaminants with SDWSs do not affect the health at the MCL levels.
ND: not detectable at testing limit
Ppm: parts per million or milligrams per liter (mg/L)
Public Health Goal (PHG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below, which there is no known or expected risk to health. PHGs are set by the California Environmental Protection Agency.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below, which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs are set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA).
Regulatory Action Level (AL): The concentration of a contaminant, which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements, which a water system must follow.
ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter (ug/L)
ppt: parts per trillion or nanograms per liter (ng/L)
pCi/L: picocuries per liter (a measure of radiation)
The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity.
Contaminants that may be present in source water include:
· Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria that may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.
· Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, that can be naturally-occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming.
· Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses.
· 2001 Consumer Confidence Report.docOrganic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals that are byproducts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems.
· Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, USEPA and the state Department of Health Services (Department) prescribe regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Department regulations also establish limits for contaminants in bottled water that must provide the same protection for public health.
Tables 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 list all of the drinking water contaminants that were detected during the most recent sampling for the constituent. The presence of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. The Department requires us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. Some of the data, though representative of the water quality, are more than one year old.
Table 1 - sampling results showing the detection of coliform bacteria
Microbiological Contaminants
(to be completed only if there was a detection of bacteria)
Highest No. of detections
No. of months in violation
MCL
MCLG
Typical Source of Bacteria
Total Coliform Bacteria
(In a mo.)
0
0
More than 1 sample in a month with a detection
0
Naturally present in the environment
Fecal Coliform or
E. coli(In the year)
0
0
A routine sample and a repeat sample detect total coliform and either sample also detects fecal coliform or E. coli
0
Human and animal fecal waste
Table 2 - sampling results showing the detection of Lead and copper
Lead and Copper
(to be completed only if there was a detection of lead or copper in the last sample set)
No. of samples collected
90th percentile level detected
No. Sites exceeding AL
AL
MCLG
Typical Source of Contaminant
Lead (ppb)
2010 results
10
<.005
0
15
2
Internal corrosion of household water plumbing systems; discharges from industrial manufacturers; erosion of natural deposits.
Copper (ppm)
2010 results
10
.75
0
1.3
0.17
Internal corrosion of household water plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits; leaching from wood preservatives.
TAble 3 - sampling results for sodium and hardness
Chemical or Constituent
(and reporting units)Sample Date
Level Detected
Range of Detections
MCL
PHG
(MCLG)
Typical Source of Contaminant
Sodium (ppm)
2013
8.9
none
none
Generally found in ground and surface water
Hardness (ppm)
2013
28
none
none
Generally found in ground and surface water
*Any violation of an MCL or AL is asterisked. Additional information regarding the violation is provided on the next page.
TAble 4 – detection of contaminants with a Primary Drinking Water Standard
Chemical or Constituent
(and reporting units)Sample Date
Level Detected
Range of Detections
MCL
PHG
(MCLG)
Typical Source of Contaminant
Fluoride (mg/L)
2013
<0.1
2
1
Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive that promotes strong teeth; discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories
Nitrate (NO3) (mg/L)
2013
3.3
45
45
Runoff & leaching from fertilizer use, septic tank s and sewage; erosion of natural deposits
MTBE (ug/L)
2013
None detected
0.003
Industrial discharge; agriculture runoff
Radioactivity – Gross Alpha Particle Activity
2010 Average
1.7 pCi/L
15 pCi/L
Erosion of natural deposits
Uranium
2012 Average
2.1 pCi/L
20 pCi/L
Erosion of natural deposits
TAble 5 - detection of contaminants with a Secondary Drinking Water Standard
Chemical or Constituent
(and reporting units)Sample Date
Level Detected
Range of Detection
MCL
PHG
(MCLG)
Typical Source of Contaminant
Sulfate (mg/L)
2013
3.0
250
Erosion of natural deposits
Chloride (mg/L)
2013
1.8
250
Erosion of natural deposits
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L)
2013
110
500
Dissolved minerals from natural deposits
Arsenic (ug/L)
2013
<2
10
Erosion of natural deposits
Zinc (mg/L)
2013
<0.05
5
Erosion of natural deposits
Iron (mg/L) (two wells blended)
2013
.20
.30
Common in rocks and soil
*Any violation of an MCL or AL is asterisked. Additional information regarding the violation is provided below.
Additional General Information On Drinking Water
All drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the USEPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791).
Summary Information for Contaminants Exceeding an MCL or AL, or a Violation of any Treatment or Monitoring and Reporting Requirements:
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. USEPA/Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791).
Well 5 and Well 3 are being used as our source water. They are both functioning very well. There have been no problems with any contaminants during the year.
The conservation of water is greatly appreciated.
California is in the worst drought seen in 15 years and many locations in the state have overpumped their groundwater. We are keeping a close eye on the water levels in our wells and will respond with restriction on water usage as needed. Our only restriction at this time is:
NO WATERING BETWEEN 10AM and 4PM
- January 22, 2014
- Quarterly Financial Report
Current Actual Annual % of Quarter Year to Date Budget Budget REVENUES Water Assessments 30,777 72,855 68,845 106% Hook Up fees 2,500 2,500 Commercial Water Sales - 3,300 - Late Charges 419 706 450 157% Insurance Proceeds - 5,582 Interest Income 1 6 50 12% Miscellaneous Income - 100 - TOTAL REVENUES 33,697 85,049 69,345 123% ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES Uncollectible Receivables 315 315 Accounting Services 1,356 5,471 5,700 96% Insurance 1,046 5,536 4,500 123% Legal Services - 485 1,000 49% Office Supplies & Postage 533 1,259 1,600 79% Taxes - 825 825 100% Telephone 140 541 720 75% TOTAL ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES 3,390 14,432 14,345 101% MAINTENANCE & SUPPLIES Depreciation Expense 46,888 140,637 Maintenance & Repairs 4,580 29,404 25,000 118% Water Testing - 567 1,000 57% TOTAL MAINTENANCE & SUPPLIES 51,468 170,608 26,000 656% UTILITIES Electricity 7,131 33,686 29,000 116% TOTAL UTILITIES 7,131 33,686 29,000 116% TOTAL EXPENSES 61,989 218,726 69,345 315% REVENUE LESS EXPENSE (DEFICIT) (28,292) (133,677) - - November 11, 2013
General Meeting Minutes
MOUNTAIN MEADOWS MUTUAL WATER COMPANY
(A California Corporation)Minutes of Annual Meeting of Shareholders
October 19, 2013The annual meeting of the Shareholders and the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Mountain Meadows Mutual Water Company, a California corporation (the "Company"), was held at 9:00 a.m. on October 19, 2013, at the Community Center in Crowley Lake, California.
Present at the meeting were Bill Archibald, David Richman, Blair Hafner and Hal Cady, constituting all of the Board. Also present were Cynthia Cady, Rick La Borde and Beth Woodard.
David Richman, Board Member, called the meeting to order at 9:10 a.m.
The minutes from last year’s meeting were approved.
New Rate Structure
1. The base water rate for users will increase to $60/month for 2014 and to $65/month for 2015. This amount includes annual usage of 160,000 gallons of water.
1. 160,001-260,000 gallons of water will remain at $5.00/1000 gallons
2. $260,001-360,000 gallons will increase to $7.50/1000 gallons
3. 360,001 and above will now be billed at $10.00/1000 gallons
2. The base water rate for standby and Whiskey Creek Condos will remain at their present rates.
3. All members of the Company will still not be allowed to water between the hours of 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. The first infraction by a member will incur a warning by the Company. Subsequent infractions will incur penalties of $100 (second infraction), $300 (third infraction) and $500 (all subsequent infractions).
System Update
David reported that the transducer at Well 5 failed after 2 years and a new one has been installed, although some adjusting is necessary. At one point the telemetry at Well 5 was not working, so Sierra Controls came on October 17th to fix it. No report had been received by the time of our meeting.
Well 3 was refurbished and is now back in use, using less electricity.
The upper part of Larkspur Drive has been having some drainage problems, possibly caused in part by our pressure relief valve but also runoff. This situation has been partially repaired by having a drainage system installed. We have yet to receive the bill for this work.
Pinion Springs Condos have installed irrigation meters and Mountain Meadows Condos will install meters financed by the water company. When all the irrigation meters are in and working, the restriction of only watering Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday will be removed.
Financial
Due to our company improvements over the last few years, we have used a majority of our financial reserves. In an effort to replenish them we felt a base rate increase was needed. Financial reserves are required for regular maintenance of the system and any emergencies that may arise. Maintaining a healthy reserve helps us avoid assessments.
The board also felt that the tiers for usage over the base of 160,000 gallons per year needed to be increased. Last year 52 users went over the base usage, this year only 51 users went over the base usage but they used more water. This increases our electricity costs and counteracts our conservation efforts.
New BusinessThere were not enough members present or proxies returned, so the Board will once again be as follows:
Bill Archibald – President
David Richman – Operations
Hal Cady – Secretary
Blair Hafner - TreasurerAdjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 10:56 a.m.
- November 3, 2013
General Meeting- At the recent General Meeting, it was decided to raise water rates for the upcoming year. Base fees will include 160,000 gallons of water per year at the following month rate, effective January 01, 2014:
$50/month Whiskey Creek Condos
All other users $60/month. This will increase to $65/month January 01, 2015.
Standby fees will remain unchanged.Excessive Usage Rates, beginning October 01, 2013 will be:
Usage between 160,001 and 260,000 gallons will be billed at $5.00/1000 gallons
Usage between 260,001 and 360,000 gallons will be billed at $7.50/1000 gallons
Usage between 360,001 and above will be billed $10.00/1000 gallons.
Meeting minutes will be available in the news shortly.