Agenda for Trustee Regular Meeting – November 20, 2014

The Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District

Thursday, November 20, 2014

6:30 p.m.

Lake Delhi Trustees Administration Building

Delhi, IA

  1. Call to Order
  2. Approve Agenda
  3. Consideration and approval of minutes of Previous Meetings
  4. Consideration and approval of Payments
  5. Review Financial Report
  6. Consideration and possible action on request to the DNR for reimbursement for invoices paid by the District for the dam rebuild
  7. Committee Updates – Lake Bed Cleanup, Dredge, Dam Construction, Water Quality, Funding/Finance
  8. Consideration and possible action on hiring for Recording Secretary contract position
  9. Public Comment
  10. Adjourn

 

Minutes for Trustee Special Meeting – November 6, 2014

The Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District

Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, November 6, 2014 – 6:30 p.m.

Maquoketa Valley Middle School Conference Room

Delhi, IA

The meeting of the Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District Board of Trustees was called to order by President Steve Leonard at 6:33 PM at the Maquoketa Valley Middle School Room.

Trustees present: Kray, Leonard, Burger, Colgan, Davidson

Trustees absent: Gifford and Kramer

Visitors: Diane Bauer, Larry Peter, Ed Schmidt, Don Dede, Pat Dede, Jim Locke, Phyllis Locke, Dave Larson, Chloe Colgan, Larry Aschbrenner, Bob Klima

Agenda was reviewed by Leonard and motion to approve the agenda by Kray, Davidson second.  All ayes, motion passed.

Colgan explained that our agreement with Lunda Construction was based on lump sum bidding but if the contractor does work that is not in the contract or may find a different way to complete a task, change orders are created.  Change Order #7 from Lunda Construction deals with the dewatering of the cofferdam after our huge water event in June.  Both of the upstream and downstream sides of the cofferdam were flooded and it took 3 weeks before work could continue.  Leonard made motion to approve Change Order #7 in the amount of $47,403.29, Davidson second.  Davidson asked who negotiated.  Colgan conferred with Stanley Engineering on this change order and we saved monies by waiting to pay this claim.  After the flood, the rest of the construction year had ideal weather and river flow conditions allowing the contractor to recover lost time from the flood  All ayes, motion passed.

Change order #9 from Lunda Construction was explained that it is for field modifications that needed to be made to rock anchor rods.  Colgan indicated that Stanley Engineering is recommending that we deny this change order as our bid drawings indicated a plus or minus measurement in this area.  Leonard made motion to deny Change Order #9 from Lunda Construction, Burger second.  Burger asked if Lunda is aware Stanley recommends rejecting the change order and Colgan indicated Lunda is aware.  Vote taken on motion to deny change order, all ayes, motion passed.

Colgan explained Change Order #10 from Lunda Construction for $2.776.29 was for concrete work done to cover rock bolts that wasn’t necessary. Stanley Engineering and Colgan recommend denying the change order. Davidson made motion to deny Change Order #10, Burger second. Leonard asked Colgan if there was any downside risk as to how the contractor completed the work and Colgan said no.  All ayes, motion passed.

Change Order #11 is for $8431.72 and was requested by Lunda for a subcontractor.  According to our contract if there is a 15% under run on an item, the contractor can request an adjustment.  This is based on the amount of grout used under the powerhouse.  Davidson made motion to approve, Burger second, all ayes, motion passed.

Change Order #12 is for the lifting beam for the stop logs.  Colgan explained that Linita is the flood gate vendor under contract with Lunda Construction.  The District supplied the gate lifting mechanisms made by Steel Fab from a previous contract and were shipped to Linita for their inspection and repair if required. Linita must guarantee the operation of the entire mechanical systems in the water passage areas.  Linita indicated they could bring the existing beam up to standard for $27,000 or forward us a new beam for approximately $30,000.  Stanley Engineering is recommending purchasing the new lifting beam.  Leonard made motion to approve Change Order #12 in the amount of $35,815.05, Burger second.  There was discussion regarding whether we could scrap the old beams and Colgan indicated he would discuss with Stanley Engineering to see what it is worth.  A vote was taken on the motion, all ayes, motion passed.

Public comment – Before any public comment, Leonard advised that there is a written draft for the Lake Delhi Voice which will include information on the recent governors visit as well as an explanation regarding the declining of the Phase II bids by the board.  The lowest bid of the 3 bids came in $1.3 million higher than the estimate.  Colgan and Leonard explained there will be some changes made to the bid and we will be requesting a second bidding on Phase II.  Colgan feels the time of year will be better suited to construction and will have an impact on cost. 

Ed Schmidt asked if our insurance would cover the costs on Change Order # 7 and Burger said our builders risk insurance is not for pumping of water, etc. as it covers equipment that may be damaged. 

Dave Larson indicated that the price of scrap just went down to $140/ton and it may not be worth worrying about scrapping the gates.

Larry Peter asked if Phase II will have stop log items also and Colgan explained that included in the Phase II scope is a new feature called the stop log area that will provide a maintenance opening in the dam located between the existing concrete structure and the new labyrinth overflow spillway.  When operated it will allow logs and debris to be flushed down the river when required.  This is not to be confused with the stop logs that were a part of the change order.

Jim Locke asked why therewas so much disparity on the bid responses. Colgan said the timing of the work along with the availability of other job opportunities to contractors resulted in a bid offering that was not that appealing to contractors to give the District competitive bids.

Bob Klima thought Phase II had the cofferdams in the bids and Colgan said Phase I has two smaller cofferdams, one upstream and the other downstream to protect Phase I work.   Phase II has the major cofferdam that is needed to divert the river around the new dike and overflow spillway as well as a second smaller cofferdam to protect the work from river flow on the downstream side.  There are a total of 4 cofferdams, two for each phase but the Phase II upstream is the major cofferdam to restore Lake Delhi.

Motion to adjourn by Davidson, Burger second.  All ayes, motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 7:18 pm.

Agenda for Trustee Special Meeting – November 6, 2014

The Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District

Thursday, November 6, 2014

6:30 p.m.

Maquoketa Valley Middle School Conference Room

Delhi, IA

  1. Call to Order
  2. Approve Agenda
  3. Consideration and possible action on Change Order #7 from Lunda Construction
  4. Consideration and possible action on Change Order #9 from Lunda Construction
  5. Consideration and possible action on Change Order #10 from Lunda Construction
  6. Consideration and possible action on Change Order #11 from Lunda Construction
  7. Consideration and possible action on Change Order #12 from Lunda Construction
  8. Public Comment
  9. Adjourn

 

 

Minutes for Trustee Regular Meeting – October 23, 2014

The Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District

Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, October 23 2014 – 6:30 p.m.

Heritage Bank Conference Room

Delhi, IA

The meeting of the Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District Board of Trustees was called to order by President Steve Leonard at 6:34 PM at the Heritage Bank Conference Room.

Trustees present: Leonard, Davidson, Kray, Burger, Kramer, Colgan  by Skype, Gifford by phone

Trustees absent:

Visitors: Larry Peter, Eve Peter, Lou Christiansen, Sue Christiansen, Barb DeKlotz, Ken DeKlotz,, Bonnie Hughes, Bill Hughes, Lola Galiher, Bob Galiher, Ben Pasker, Diane Bauers, John Hess, Dave Larson, Alan Shaffer, Richard Rusk, Larry Aschbrenner

Agenda was reviewed by Leonard and motion to approve the agenda by Kray, Burger second.  All ayes, motion passed.

Kray asked for approval of minutes from 9/23/14, 10/2/14 and 10/16/14. Davidson made motion to approve, Kramer second,  all ayes, motion passed.

Kramer reviewed the claims for October.  Requests for payment from the General Fund are Alliant Energy – $20.45;  Kramer Lawn Care – $375.00; L&L Consulting – $12,000.00 (Nov 2014 to Apr 2015); Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman – $160.00; Bankers Trust (Bond Registrar fees)- $250.00; Delaware County Auditor’s office (election expense) – $1,090.51; Maquoketa Valley School District (Rent of admin bldg through Apr 2015) . Kramer advised of payments for the Dam/Spillway Fund which is Lunda Construction for $701,297.28; Laurie Kramer (postage for Phase II bids to Stanley) – $25.55; News Publishing (Publication for Phase II bid) – $70.04; Register Media (publication for Phase II bid) – $108.41.  There is also one payment request from the bond fund which is Bankers Trust – $120,296.25.   Burger made motion to approve payments of both funds, Kramer second. All ayes, motion passed.

Kramer reviewed Financial report for month ending September 30, 2014.  The General Fund began with a balance of $133,333.09 and after revenues and expenses, ended with a balance of $194,927.70.  The Debt Service Fund began with a balance of $82,324.54 and after revenues  ended with a balance of $242,165.84.  The Dam/Spillway fund started with a balance of $4,633,876.25 and after revenues and expenses, ended with a balance of $5,336,890.52.   Kramer also presented reports maintained by the County.  Motion to file all financial reports by Burger, Davidson second.  All ayes, motion passed.

The letter to the DNR requesting reimbursement for Phase I costs of $701,297.28 was discussed by Leonard.  Burger made motion to approve, Kramer second,  all ayes, motion passed.

Committee Updates

Lake Bed Clean Up – per Gifford work is continuing to proceed.  The committee has arranged for lended equipment from Paladin and getting volunteers from various neighborhoods to assist. 

Dredge – Leonard said the DNR is supposed to give the District a letter to allow approval for dredging around each property owners lake bed around their dock area.  The agreement will be for x number of cubic yards or x number of truckloads.  The letter will give specific details and we are expecting the letter soon.

Dam Construction – Colgan indicated that the major items for Phase I are done ( eg., Rock anchors, bolt system, patching, etc.)  Demolition of the old electrical system is underway.  The contractor is taking advantage of the good weather.

Water Quality – Kray advised the committee had a meeting to brainstorm as to what want the committee would like to accomplish and getting ready for next year.

Funding/Financing – Burger reminded the public the board gave authorization to draw $20,000 for the dredge payment so we could take advantage of better interest rates that usually occur in the fall.  Burger said he would like to begin the process and explained the rates and how they are configured.  Kramer indicated the County Auditor wants a letter requesting such from the LDRA President.  Burger/Kramer will draft the letter and forward it to Rich Hughes, the LDRA President.

Colgan explained the need for tree removal at Rocky Nook area on the properties the District now owns because they will affect the new sewer system.  He received 2 bids, one from the subcontractor and one from Weiner Co.  Weiner was the low bid at $2,915.75 and Colgan made motion to approve awarding tree removal to Weiner.   Kramer second the motion, all ayes, motion passed.

Davidson discussed the need to move the work platform as the 2 year agreement with Darryl Hogan has expired.  Davidson said he needed the funds allocated to pay for the cost of the move and he and Rich Hughes (President of the LDRA) have decided the dredge site will be the best location.  Burger made motion to approve up to $700 to move the work platform to the existing dredge containment site, Kray second.  There was discussion regarding the size of the work platform and what would be required to get the equipment into the dredge containment site. All ayes, motion passed.

Colgan explained the Stanley Engineering Supplemental agreement #25 allows for engineering services during the  Phase II bidding process which has already been completed and includes bid advertisement, the pre-bid contractors meeting, etc.  Colgan made motion to approve the agreement, Kramer second, all ayes, motion passed.

Stanley Agreement #26 was covered by Colgan and it is an allotment that would only be spent for regulatory support if needed from Oct. 2014 to Oct. 2015 up to $10,000.  Burger made motion to approve, Kramer second, all ayes, motion passed.

Stanley Engineering Agreement #27 was introduced and Leoanrd and Kramer indicated they think this agreement might cover work already done. Bill Holman is not available right now due to health issues.  Burger made motion to table, Kramer second, all ayes, motion passed.

Colgan discussed the Phase II construction bids and explained they had been opened at a district meeting last week.   Stanley Engineering went through the 3 bids received in detail.  All of the contractors gave a no bid for the 7/17/15 completion date and 2 of the contractors met the completion date of 9/4/2015 and one required a date of September 2016.  Stanley found that there were 4 areas that were  consistently higher than what they have seen in the current contracting environment in the Midwest.  The lowest bid is $1,300,000 million higher than the engineering estimate.  We have two decisions, either accept the Cramer Construction bid or reject all the bids and rebid the project.  Stanley Engineering thinks we can change items in the bid to reduce costs and rebidding would move the schedule so there is less work in the winter which can cost more.  Leonard asked Colgan for his recommendation as a trustee representing the district and Colgan indicated he believes we should reject the bids and rebid it. Leonard made motion to reject the bids and to call for a special meeting or at our next regularly scheduled meeting to set new bid dates, Kramer second.  Leonard is disappointed that the completion will not be in July and that the bids were so far over the engineer’s estimates.  Gifford feels strongly we should reject and re-bid and doesn’t want to wait. He wants Stanley to go back to the market place and get other sources for the construction materials.  Burger wants an update at  the next regular meeting and set the date for re-bidding at our November meeting.  There was discussion regarding when the dates for the rebid should happen and Colgan felt we should discuss further with Stanley Engineering.  Leonard amended motion to reject all bids, Davidson second.  Individual roll call requested, all ayes, motion passed. 

Stanley Supplemental Agreement #28 was explained by Colgan that it is for Braun Co to do additional soil work near the dam to see what the composition of that soil material is.  Leonard made motion to approve the agreement with a maximum of $7400, Kramer second.  Colgan confirmed this is only for the coffer dam and not for the dike structure.   All ayes, motion passed.

Burger explained the billing for the bonding attorneys to redo the schedule for the dredging loan is $4,500 and he would like to forward those funds to the LDRA for payment.  The bonding attorneys were necessary to retain the bonds as tax exempt bonds. Kramer said she reached out to Reyner (the Treasurer for the LDRA) and he indicated the funds are available and she believes it is the LDRA debt and they should pay it.  Leonard said he would like to consider tabling the issue until the next meeting.  Burger said he doesn’t believe there is any reason to table the issue.  Leonard made motion to change the billing name to LDRA and then pay funds to the LDRA to pay the  $4,500 Dorsey and Whitney billing, Burger second.  Kramer still has issue and doesn’t know what other expenses the LDRA has but is concerned about our funds and the debt the District has outstanding.  Burger said the district is saving hundreds of thousands to service this loan and so it is to our benefit to pursue the refinancing and we had to involve a bonding attorney.  Vote taken on motion, Davidson, Kray, Gifford, Colgan, Leonard, Burger ayes, Kramer no.  Motion passed.

Bob Galiher asked how useable the work platform is and why are we saving. Davidson indicated the work platform was paid for with FEMA funds and we are not sure what FEMA will do with the platform so we have to keep it. 

Doc Hess said he is puzzled by why we did the dam repair in 2 phases and now it seems we are in a bad position because one phase is almost finished and we now have to accept what comes in for Phase II. Colgan said the project was split in 2 because of permitting reasons and delays. 

Galiher asked if we rejected the bids and the new bids come back higher, can we go back to these rejected bids.  Leonard advised no.

Larry Aschbrenner asked if the tree removal included root removal and Colgan advised yes.

Motion to adjourn by Burger, second by Kramer.  All ayes, motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 7:34 pm.

Agenda for Trustee Regular Meeting – October 23, 2014

The Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District

Thursday, October 23, 2014

6:30 p.m.

Heritage Bank Conference Room

Delhi, IA

  1. Call to Order
  2. Approve Agenda
  3. Consideration and approval of minutes of Previous Meetings
  4. Consideration and approval of Payments
  5. Review Financial Report
  6. Consideration and possible action on request to the DNR for reimbursement for invoices paid by the District for the dam rebuild
  7. Committee Updates – Lake Bed Cleanup, Dredge, Dam Construction, Water Quality, Funding/Finance
  8. Consideration and possible action on awarding contract for tree removal on Trustee property
  9. Consideration and possible action on approval of funds to move Work Platform
  10. Consideration and possible action on Stanley Engineering Supplemental Agreement # 25
  11. Consideration and possible action on Stanley Engineering Supplemental Agreement # 26
  12. Consideration and possible action on Stanley Engineering Supplemental Agreement # 27
  13. Consideration and possible action of award of contract for Phase II construction
  14. Consideration and possible action on Stanley Engineering Supplemental Agreement # 28
  15. Consideration and possible action on forwarding funds to LDRA for Dorsey & Whitney payment
  16. Public Comment
  17. Adjourn

 

 

Minutes for Trustee Special Meeting – October 16, 2014

The Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District

Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, October 16, 2014 – 1:30 p.m.

Heritage Bank Conference Room

Delhi, IA

The meeting of the Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District Board of Trustees was called to order by President Steve Leonard at 1:31 PM at the Heritage Bank Conference Room.  He conveyed the meeting to Kramer as he was not present in the room.

Trustees present: Kramer and Kray, Leonard, Burger and Gifford by phone, Colgan by Skype

Trustees absent: Davidson

Visitors: Larry Peter, Lou Christiansen, Sue Christiansen, Barb DeKlotz, Ben Pasker, Chip Hughes, Don Dede, Brian Monk, Dave Larson, Alan Shaffer, Steve Nol, Brian Jacob, Diane Bauers, Steve Cehl, John Hess, Larry Aschbrenner, Chris Stender, Ben Kindred, Abe Uccelto, Tracy Fippinger

Agenda was reviewed by Kramer and motion to approve the agenda by Kray, Leonard second.  All ayes, motion passed.

Kramer opened bids for Phase II construction

Cramer and Associates from Grinnell, IA – $8,264,753.00

Lunda Construction from Little Chute, WI – $9,082,299.55

Peterson Contractors from Reinbeck, IA – $10,998,608.28

Leonard made motion to allow Stanley Consultants to review all bids and make a final recommendation to the Board on October 23, 2014 at the 6:30 pm meeting, Kramer second.  Burger asked if this was enough time for Stanley Consultants to do their review and Colgan said he had confirmed that with them.  All ayes, motion passed.

Colgan explained Change Order #8 from Lunda Construction which relates to the operator bridge.  It was determined there was not enough good concrete to save.   Several options were considered but this option was considered the safest and most cost effective.  The change order proposes a new galvanized steel bridge and will be across all 3 gate openings.  Motion to approve change order by Burger, Kramer second. Gifford asked what alternatives were looked at and Colgan advised that if they removed the concrete it may not be safe.  In addition once the concrete is removed it may be so bad, we would have to replace it anyway.  Colgan indicated that the proposed galvanized steel is approximately $90,000 cheaper than replacing the bridge with concrete.  This work replaces other work that would need to be done so there is some savings from the $139,800 request.  Vote taken on motion, all ayes, motion passed.

Kray made motion to change the regular scheduled October meeting to October 23rd, Leonard second.  No discussion, motion passed, all ayes.

Public comments – a representative from Cramer Construction asked if the alternate bids had been read.  There was an option to propose a figure for an earlier construction end date.  All 3 bidders gave a ‘no bid’ to this option.

Ben Pasker asked if there was structural value in the change order. Colgan advised yes as this bridge will be the access for equipment and gate hoists.

Motion to adjourn by Kray, Leonard second, all ayes, motion passed.  Meeting adjourned at 1:45 pm.

Agenda for Trustee Special Meeting – October 16, 2014

The Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District

Thursday, October 16, 2014

1:30 p.m.

Heritage Bank Conference Room

Delhi, IA

  1. Call to Order
  2. Approve Agenda
  3. Opening of construction bids for Phase II rebuild of Lake Delhi
  4. Consideration of awarding the winning Contractor for Phase II construction on October 23rd after allowing Stanley Consultants to review the bids and to make a recommendation to the District
  5. Consideration and possible action on Change Order #8 from Lunda Construction
  6. Consideration and possible action of changing Trustee regular scheduled meeting to October 23, 2014
  7. Public Comment
  8. Adjourn

 

 

Minutes for Trustee Special Session – October 2, 2014

The Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District

Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, October 2, 2014 – 1:30 p.m.

Heritage Bank Conference Room

Delhi, IA

The meeting of the Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District Board of Trustees was called to order by President Steve Leonard at 1:32 PM at the Heritage Bank Conference Room.

Trustees present: Leonard, Davidson, Kray, Burger, Colgan  and Kramer

Trustees absent: Gifford

Visitors: Larry Peter, Eve Peter, Lou Christiansen, Sue Christiansen, Barb DeKlotz, Ben Pasker, Chip Hughes

Agenda was reviewed by Leonard and motion to approve the agenda by Burger, Kramer second.  All ayes, motion passed.

Colgan discussed the opening of the bids that were originally due today. The bids are now due on October 16th.. Leonard made motion to extend bid package opening date to October 16th at 1pm to be delivered at the Delaware County Court House with the opening at 1:30 and the Clerk to republish the notice, Davidson second.  All ayes, motion passed.

Burger discussed  the LDRA dredge loan and the plan to receive a lower payment and interest rate.  The rate will be determined by a treasury figure and Burger says this rates seems to go down in the latter part of the year.  He is requesting the ability to pay the $20,000 principal early so we can lock in a lower rate.  Burger made motion to give Kramer authorization to work with the County Auditor to cut a check for $20,000 so Burger can move forward with locking in rate when applicable, Kramer second.  All ayes, motion passed.

Colgan has a list of key initiatives for 2014/2015 and would like to review those with the board.  He would like to assign project managers as much as possible so these items won’t be forgotten as we move forward with filling the lake.  Kray will attach the list to the minutes of this meeting.  There was a discussion of the list of tasks.

Leonard advised the public that Lake Delhi had opportunity last Friday to host the Governor, Lt. Governor and other state representatives at Wanda and Lamont Davidson’s home.  They were given a tour of the Turtle Creek area, the marina location and the dam.  The Governor and his team were impressed with the progress we have made and look forward to the finish of the dam. 

Public comment – Chip Hughes asked how high the water will get once the coffer dam is constructed.  Colgan advised since sluice gates are open, water can be diverted through them.  The water level will remain as it is today unless we have a high water event.  At that time, the water would be high for a few days and then go down to the current level.

Motion to adjourn by Burger, Kramer second, all ayes.  Meeting adjourned at 2:29 pm.

Planning Session – Thursday, September 4, 2014

Lake Delhi Trustees

(Updated October 2, 2014)

Key Initiatives for 2014 and 2015

Finish the Dam Construction Issues

Phase 1 work, schedule and cost

Phase 2 work, schedule and cost

Additional Phase 2 work

  • Archeological Study (Leonard will lead)

  1. Cave protection

  2. Fish Weir Protection

  3. Shoreline protection on one private property

  • Rocky Nook issues related to land acquisition (Colgan will lead)

  1. Remove 2 trees on Rocky Nook property

Restore the lake to recreational use

Operations and Maintenance (Colgan will lead)

  • Fill Reservoir with existing stream flow while releasing minimum flow

  • Secure, train and schedule operating and maintenance staff prior to operating dam

  • Manage and discharge floating debris during refilling reservoir

  • Test new flood gates under full load of water pressure following lake filling

  • Install safety cables in front of spillway

  • Safety training for lake users for different spillway design and mark shallow areas of lake

Lakebed Preparation Issues

(Gifford will lead)

  • Vegetation clean up prior to refilling

  • Trees

  • Grasses and other plant material

  • Final removal of non organic debris

Dredge Plan strategy for short term and long term lake needs (Colgan, Leonard and Gifford)

 

  • Develop dredge policy for where, what, when and who

 

 

 

 

Sediment Removal (Colgan, Leonard, Gifford)

  • Complete survey of sediment depths (fall 2014) for COE and SHPPO (Colgan)
  • Removal before lake refilling including lake access, haul roads and disposal sites
  • Removal after lake refilling including dredge bond issues

 

Existing Dredge Pond Issues (Colgan)

  • Transfer Ownership to Trustees
  • Legal issues related to operation
  • Complete construction and inspection
  • License/Permit issues

 

 

Recreation Amenities

(Burger will lead with LDRA)

 

  • Lost Beach operations
    1. PortaPotty Service
  • North Beach Development
  • Canoe Portage maintenance
  • Turtle Creek
  • Other areas; development of restaurants/bars/lodging/camping, etc.

 

 

Board Governing/Administrative

 

  • Trustee Board Organization and communication per Open Meeting Requirements
  • Management Style and Synergy between Board Members
  • Work Flow Methods – Committees/Teams/Project Managers
  • Organizing and using volunteers effectively
  • Communication techniques with lake stakeholders; policies, methods and style
  • Email Questionnaire responses

 

Fund Raising (Leonard)

  • Collect remainder of pledges
  • New fund raising initiatives
  • Private funds
  • Public funds
  • Matching public and private

 

 

Cost Budgeting and Cash Flow Management (Kramer and Burger)

  • Existing Dredge Debt
  • Operating and Maintenance Budgets and paid personnel

 

 

Operation and Maintenance of Dam

  • Future Inspections – Pat
  • Maintenance Contracts – Pat
  • Preventative Maintenance – Pat
  • Spring and Fall Debris issues – Pat
  • Existing Work Barge Future use if any – Lamont
  • New john boats for dam maintenance and spillway cleaning
    1. Purchase before July 1, 2015

 

Future Role of LDRA at Lake Delhi

  • Fishing Club
  • Christmas in Summer
  • Picnics/Social Events etc.
  • Fireworks

 

Liaison with Governmental Agencies

  • County Supervisors
  • DNR
  • COE
  • FEMA – Doug Hermann

 

Office Building Space lease from School Board – Kramer and Kray

  • Furniture Furnishings
  • Transfer existing and new Documents to new space (Colgan to identify documents)
    1. Coordinate ½ day with Maggie Burger
  • Computers and policy use

 

 

Land/Real Estate

  • Office and old operator house structures future

  • Selling off Trustee owned land policy

  • Managing shared land, e.g. Rocky Nook boat area

Waste Water Survey Results (Kray)

  • Manage results with County and DNR

Mary Kray

Thursday, October 2, 2014

Agenda for Trustee Special Session – October 2, 2014

The Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District

Thursday, October 2, 2014

1:30 p.m.

Heritage Bank Conference Room

Delhi, IA

  1. Call to Order
  2. Approve Agenda
  3. Consideration and possible action on Postpone Opening of construction bids for Phase II rebuild of Lake Delhi until October 16th
  4. Consideration and possible action allowing 2015 $20,000 principal dredge payment to be drawn
  5. Discussion and assignment of Project Managers for 2014/2015 Key Initiatives
  6. Public Comment
  7. Adjourn

 

 

Minutes for Trustee Regular Session – September 18, 2014

he Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District

Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, September 18, 2014 – 6:30 p.m.

Heritage Bank Conference Room

Delhi, IA

The meeting of the Combined Lake Delhi Recreational Facility and Water Quality District Board of Trustees was called to order by President Steve Leonard at 6:31 PM at the Heritage Bank Conference Room.

Trustees present: Leonard, Davidson, Kray, Burger, Colgan by Skype and Kramer and Gifford by phone

Trustees absent:

Visitors: Larry Peter, Eve Peter, Pat Dede, Don Dede, Jean Vance, JoAnn Motter, Dorothy Thomas, Shirley Christensen, Ed Schmidt, Jim Locke, Lou Christiansen, Sue Christiansen, Barb DeKlotz, Ken DeKlotz, Marcheta Cooey Lux, Bob Klima

Agenda reviewed by Leonard and requested to add consideration of the DNR reimbursement letter after the financial reports and move the election of officers to after the Lunda Construction change orders to enable Gifford to participate as he will be 15 minutes late. Motion to approve Leonard’s requested changes to the agenda by Davidson, Burger second.  All ayes, motion passed

Kray requested approval of minutes for 8/21/14 and 9/4/14.  Motion by Burger to approve, Davidson second.  All ayes, motion passed.

Kramer reviewed the claims for September.  Requests for payment from the General Fund are Alliant Energy – $18.16; ICAP (annual premium for blanket insurance) – $4,262.46; Kramer Lawn Care – $300.00; L&L Consulting – $2,000.00; Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman – $100.00. Kramer advised we have one payment for the Dam/Spillway Fund which is Lunda Construction for $190,075.07.  Burger made motion to approve payments of both funds, Kray second.  All ayes, motion passed.

Kramer reviewed Financial report for month ending August 31, 2014.  The General Fund began with a balance of $115,203.21 and after revenues and expenses, ended with a balance of $133,333.09.  The Debt Service Fund began with a balance of $23,109.78 and after revenues  ended with a balance of $82,324.54.  The Dam/Spillway fund started with a balance of $4,972,739.99 and after revenues and expenses, ended with a balance of $4,633,876.25.   Kramer also presented reports maintained by the County.  Motion to file all financial reports by Burger, Davidson second.  All ayes, motion passed.

Leonard read the letter to the DNR requesting reimbursement for the Lunda Construction billing and asked for approval to forward.  Davidson made the motion, Burger second, all ayes, motion passed.

Committee updates.  Lake bed cleanup – Jim Locke gave update and advised Chris Stender, Todd Gifford, Brian Hughes and himself had a committee meeting and Gifford has taken the lead position on this committee. Gifford did traverse the river a couple weeks ago and mapped the areas.  The 4 then went out to the river bed and looked at the crucial areas that need immediate attention.  Stender has volunteered his machine and they are checking for other volunteers.  The biggest area of concern is upriver from Jim Locke where the willow trees are thick, big and  tall.  Burger asked if road associations will be contacted for assistance and for volunteer work and Locke indicated yes. 

Gifford joined at 6:53 pm.

Dredge Committee – Leonard said Colgan, Gifford and himself will wait to meet until the Supplemental Agreement with Stanley on the borings is done.

Dam Construction – Colgan indicated everything seems to be going well. We have gone out for bids on Phase II and had the contractors meeting on Monday.  Phase II is more standard work and there is a bigger variety of people who can do this type of work but the coffer dam is the most critical piece.  Phase II bids are due October 2nd.   Lunda Construction should be able to pass water on December 1st..

Water Quality – Kray advised a request for a meeting was sent and we plan to discuss the future of water quality and what it means to Lake Delhi.  In addition she advised she received a draft letter from the DNR and County Sanitation as to next steps in the septic system survey.  There will be more information to follow.

Funding/finance – Leonard indicated a group of individuals were hosting an event at Lamont Davidson’s home and that the Governor would be in attendance on September 26th. Burger advised he met with the Delhi City Council and discussed the readjustments by the bank for the LDRA loan.  The City Council vote was unanimous to allow the changes.  Burger also advised the bank has agreed to allow us to make a principal payment on the loan earlier in order for us to take advantage of the lower rate sooner.  He suggests looking at it in October as he says that is usually when a dip takes place in the rate.

Leonard reviewed the Rocky Nook septic and water system implementation. There has been a delay because of interpretation of 2 different Iowa codes about distance between a well and a septic system.  This issue has now been resolved and implementation should start very soon. Colgan and Leonard have agreed that Colgan will act as Project Manager of this installation going forward. 

Change Order #5 from Lunda Construction was discussed.  This handles some irregular bed rock and the cost is $4,026.83.  Motion to approve by Burger, Kray second.  All ayes, motion passed. 

Change order #6 from Lunda Construction was introduced by Leonard.  This change order covers additional drilling and adding an additive to the grout in anchor #8.  The cost of this change order is $4,730.17. Motion by Davidson to approve, Burger second, all ayes, motion passed.

Election of officers was introduced.  Burger made motion to re-elect the slate of officers as they are today (President – Leonard; Vice President – Burger; Clerk – Kray; Treasurer – Kramer)  Colgan second, all ayes, motion passed. 

Kramer introduced the 2 documents for the agreement between the Maquoketa Valley School District and the Lake Delhi Trustees.  Initially a 28E agreement was used, however Hatala (our attorney) prefers a lease agreement.  Kramer indicated Doug Tuetken, the school district Superintendent has agreed to use a lease agreement if that is what we prefer.  Leonard made motion to agree to use lease agreement between the District and the Maquoketa Valley School District, Burger second. Kramer advised the School Board will approve in October.   All ayes, motion passed.

Colgan introduced Stanley Engineering Supplemental Agreement #24 and advised it provides surveying and boring so we understand where and how much we can dredge.  As part of our permit from the Army Corp of Engineers, we have an agreement that we will stay at least one foot above the old lake bottom.  We need to understand what the measurements for allowable dredging are within the lake bottom before we start a dredging plan.  The amount of the Supplemental Agreement is a not to exceed amount of $8,650.  Motion by Davidson to approve agreement, second by Burger.  All ayes, motion passed.

Colgan explained the change in contract document with Groth Services who we contracted with to implement the Rocky Nook Association water and septic system upgrade.  Groth was supposed to start September 8th but the issue regarding the Iowa code and the spacing between wells and septic systems delayed them by 2 weeks.  The change order will allow a longer completion date but we need to discuss what the dates should now be.  Leonard made motion to approve a contract change order that enables a December 1, 2014 completion date for an extension of 30 days.  Burger second the motion for discussion purposes.  Colgan would like to make a proposal of 2/3 completion by November 1 and final completion as soon as possible but complete by May 1, 2015.  This work does not impact the dam or spillway construction.  In our contract with the Rocky Nook Association it indicates hookups to the new systems have to be done 30 days after completion of the work and that would not be possible with a December 1, 2014 date.  Davidson said Colgan’s proposal makes sense because we boxed ourselves in with the dates on the original bid request and he feels we need to give this contractor flexibility.  Burger asked if the Rocky Nook Association knows of the change and Colgan said Burrington Group communicates with the Rocky Nook contacts.  There was additional discussion about giving Groth more time to complete two thirds of the work.  Leonard will revise motion to allow Groth Services to have work 2/3 done by November 30, 2014 and the remainder to be completed no later than May 1, 2015 and requests the Rocky Nook Association sign off on the change as well, Burger second.  All ayes, motion passed.

Public comment – Bob Klima asked about dredging and can property owners do it themselves.  Leonard said some road associations are discussing dredging in the dry in their area but the first step is to do the core drillings.  Kray cautioned residents to not dig more than one foot above the old lake bed as that is our agreement with the Corp of Engineers.  Locke asked when would the mapping be completed and Colgan said should know in about 30 days.

Jean Vance asked when pledges are due to the Community Fund and Kramer advised letters are going out tomorrow. 

Don Dede asked how many change orders have been under $5000 or less? Colgan said the money amounts on the change orders reflect good management.  Leonard wanted all to know that change order #2 was approved for approximately $6,000 and the actual amount was around $3,700.  Colgan also indicated that change orders have eliminated larger charges so these changes have been used to help save money on the overall project.

Motion to adjourn by Burger, Davidson second.  All ayes.  Meeting adjourned at 7:57 pm.