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CMSA report draws questions about regional charge formula and deferred compensation
Summary
Board heard a report on Central Marin Sanitation Agency activities including a proposed deferred compensation program and consideration of changing regional charge allocation (flow-only vs. flow+strength); directors asked for technical review and more data.
During representatives’ reports, the board heard that the Central Marin Sanitation Agency won a CWEA award, has awarded a solids-handling elevator-control replacement contract and is considering a deferred compensation program for employees. A CMSA attendee (speaker 8) said the deferred-compensation idea emerged from a conference; it is voluntary and staff will provide further details on costs and procurement.
The more contested topic was CMSA discussion of how to allocate regional charges. Speaker 8 said CMSA has "been looking to change the formula or change the way they charge the agencies," and some member agencies questioned shifting from a flow-and-strength model to a flow-only approach. One board member interjected, "They're trying to screw us," to express concern; CMSA representatives responded that the topic is under technical review and a technical committee and lab managers may recommend sampling and formula changes for general managers and boards to consider.
Board members asked staff to watch for items placed on consent calendars and to ensure closed-session business is properly categorized; they also discussed whether agency representatives should be permitted to share closed-session information with their other board members.
