NACO SANITARY DISTRICT
MEETING MINUTES
September 7, 2021, at 6:00 PM
3853 S Towner Avenue
El Centro Community Center
Naco AZ 85620

The meeting was called to order at 6:02 PM. Present: Charles Behney, Stephen Dey, Andrew A. Foster, Robert Orlowsky, excused.

OLD BUSINESS

Mr. Dey reported on the status of the WWTP lagoons and current mitigation efforts. Mr. Jesus Haro, Public Works Director for the City of Bisbee will supply a backhoe and crew, as part of the Inter-Governmental Agreement between NSD and the City of Bisbee. Stormwater inflows into Naco manhole covers is an issue that will be addressed in the near future, after successful mitigation efforts.
Mr. Dey made a motion to approve the last meeting minutes, which was seconded by Mr. Behney. The motion passed unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

Mr. Dey reported that NSD Site Operator, Mr. Ron Jacobsen indicated that the old flowmeter was no longer operational, and was no longer tracking the flows accurately. Mr. Jacobsen recommends a new flowmeter.

Mr. Dey requests that any new flowmeter system be capable of upgrades and any additions needed for the WWTP. Mr. Behney suggested use of the reserve fund, and Mr. Dey agreed to explore this option with the County Treasurer, as part of the plant infrastructure.

Mr. Behney made a motion to upgrade to a new and modern flowmeter, and any and all necessary improvements according to Mr. Jacobsen’s recommendations, not to exceed $7500. Any expenditure over $7500 will be revisited by the board. Mr. Dey seconded the motion, which then passed unanimously.

Mr. Behney spoke about the Bisbee/NSD IGA and the agreement to have a backhoe crew.

Mr. Behney reported on his expenses and reimbursement, including payment to Kelsey Collins for $180 during two days at the WWTP.

Mr. Dey made a motion to paid the bills in the amounts owed and presented. Mr. Behney seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Mr. Behney reported about the current cattail abatement. Mr. Dey recommended putting Kelsey on staff as a temporary employee.

Mr. Dey made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:13 PM. The meeting adjourned.

Minutes Approved on January 20, 2022.

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Stephen T. Dey
Naco Sanitary District Chair January 20, 2022