Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority (MPRWA)
Regular Meeting
7:00 PM, Thursday, November 14, 2013 Council Chamber 580 Pacific Street Monterey, California
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORTS FROM BOARD DIRECTORS AND STAFF
PUBLIC COMMENTS PUBLIC COMMENTS allows you, the public, to speak for a maximum of three minutes on any subject which is within the jurisdiction of the MPRWA and which is not on the agenda. Any person or group desiring to bring an item to the attention of the Authority may do so by addressing the Authority during Public Comments or by addressing a letter of explanation to: MPRWA, Attn: Monterey City Clerk, 580 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940. The appropriate staff person will contact the sender concerning the details.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. October 10, 2013 - Milton
AGENDA ITEMS
2. Receive Update and Discuss Presentation Regarding the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project - (Cal Am Representative)
3. It is recommended that the MPRWA Receive, update, discuss, and provide direction on a work plan for Water Authority support of the Monterey Regional Water Pollution Control Agency (MPWPCA) Ground Water Replenishment Project (GWR). - Cullem
4. Approve extension of deadline for Fiscal Year 2012-13 Financial Report and Full Opinion Audit to December 31, 2013, and authorize a time extension of the contract with McGilloway, Ray, Brown and Kaufman to March 31, 2014. - Cullem
5. Adoption of Resolution 2013-01, Approving Donald G. Freeman as Legal Counsel through December 31, 2014 and Authorizing the Authority President to Execute a contract with Perry Freeman. - Cullem
ADJOURNMENT
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Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority Agenda Report
Date: November 14, 2013 Item No: 2.
08/12
FROM: Clerk Milton
SUBJECT: Receive Update and Discuss Presentation Regarding the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project
DISCUSSION:
There is no staff report for this item. A presentation and discussion will take place at the meeting. MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 2., tem Page 1, Packet Page 1
Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority Agenda Report
Date: November 14, 2013 Item No: 3.
06/12 FROM: Executive Director Cullem
SUBJECT: Water Authority Support for Ground Water Replenishment (GWR)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the MPRWA Receive, update, discuss, and provide direction on a work plan for Water Authority support of the Monterey Regional Water Pollution Control Agency (MPWPCA) Ground Water Replenishment Project (GWR). DISCUSSION: Ground Water Replenishment (GWR) is a significant potential water source consistent with the Water Authoritys policy of pursuing a Portfolio Approach to satisfy the water needs of the Monterey Peninsula. GWR is now included in the settlement agreements on the Cal-Am Monterey Peninsula Water Project (MPWSP) conducted by the CPUC this past summer. As directed by the Water Authority Board, the TAC discussed issues related to GWR at its meetings of July 15, 2013 and November 4, 2013. The purpose of the TAC meetings was to develop recommendations with respect to cost, scheduling, and reliability/availability of source and product water from the GWR project. Additional TAC meetings on these subjects will be on- going. At its meeting on October 10, 2013, the Water Authority Board directed staff to develop a concrete work plan for Water Authority support of the GWR. As starting point for that effort, Keith Isreal sent a letter on November 7, 2013 delineating those issues that the MPWPCA could use Water Authority assistance and support. That letter is attached. ATTACHMENTS: Keith Isreal letter dated November 7, 2013.
MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 3., tem Page 1, Packet Page 3 Monterey Regional Water Pollution Control Agency mRIJJPC Dedicated to meeting The wastawa tar and reclamation needs of our member agencies. whita protecting the environment. Administration Office: 5 Harris Court, Bldg. D, Monterey, CA 93940-5756 (831) 372-3367 or 422-1001, FAX: (831) 372-6178 Website: www.rnrwpca.orq November 7, 2013 Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority (MPRWA) 580 Pacific St. Monterey, CA 93940 Dear MPRWA, Per your request, and as discussed at the November 4, 2013 MPRWA TAC meeting, below are the areas where the Water Authority assistance would be helpful in moving the Groundwater Replenishment Project forward: Source Water Agreements Public Outreach Program Participation in key discussions with regulatory agencies Support of project funding via the 2014 water bond Assistance in the planning of the externalities study Thank you for your consideration. Please call me if you have any additional questions. Sincerely, Keith Israel General Manager Joint Powers Authority Member booties: floroiida Coun Sanitation 1)istricr, Castrovilic Communi Services Distnct, County of Monterey, Dcl Rey Oaks, Fort Ord, Marina Coast Water District, Monterey, Moss Landing County Sanitation District, Pacific Grove, Salinas, Sand City, and Seaside. MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 3., tem Page 2, Packet Page 4 Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority Agenda Report
Date: November 14, 2013 Item No: 4.
06/12 FROM: Executive Director Cullem
SUBJECT: Approve extension of deadline for Fiscal Year 2012-13 Financial Report and Full Opinion Audit to December 31, 2013, and authorize a time extension of the contract with McGilloway, Ray, Brown and Kaufman to March 31, 2014.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the MPRWA approve an extension of deadline for Fiscal Year 2012-13 Financial Report and Full Opinion Audit to December 31, 2013, and authorize a time extension of the contract with McGilloway, Ray, Brown and Kaufman to March 31, 2014.
DISCUSSION: At its meeting on June 13, 2013, the Water Authority Board approved a staff recommendation to allow completion of the Financial Annual Report and a Full Opinion Audit for FY 2012-13, as required by Water Authority Bylaws sections 6.3 and 6.4.1, to be completed concurrently with that of the Member City conducting the Authority audit. However, staff subsequently determined it would create less of a potential conflict of interest to select a firm not currently auditing member cities. This decision resulted in a delay in selecting the firm. Following an informal solicitation for proposals, the Executive Director selected McGilloway, Ray, Brown and Kaufman for the audit. The Water Authority was advised of the selection at its meeting of October 10 th . The contract was executed on October 31, 2013. Although the contract completion date for the audit and annual report is December 6, 2013, the amount of work needed to complete them will necessitate an extension of the December 1 deadline for completion of the annual report as required by Bylaws section 6.4.1. A time extension for report completion to Dec 31, 2013 will allow additional time should an unanticipated problem develop during this initial audit. In addition, an extension of the contract completion date to March 31, 2014 will give us room for any unanticipated audit follow-up after the reports have been completed.
ATTACHMENTS: McGilloway, Ray, Brown and Kaufman contract dated October 31, 2013
MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 4., tem Page 1, Packet Page 5 MONTEREY PENINSULA REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY rlikgI ' ^ 7 / 1 Ptak *me NeY October 15, 2013 Ms. Patricia M. Kaufman CPA McGilloway, Ray, Brown, Kaufman 2511 Garden Road, Suite A180 Monterey, CA 93940-3437 Subject: Selection of Audit Services Directors: Chuck Della Sala, President. Jason Burnett, Vice President Ralph Rubio, Secretary Jerry Edelen, Treasurer Bill Kampe, Director David Pendergrass, Director Executive Director: James M. Cullem, P.E. Dear Ms. Kaufman: Congratulations! The Water Authority has accepted your proposal to provide Audit Services for The Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority. The Authority received three proposals, yours included. However, we believe your firm is best positioned to support to complete its first audit in a timely manner and at a reasonable cost. Although the current deadline for a CPA prepared certified annual report and a Full Opinion Audit for FY 2013 is December l g, I am hopeful of getting that deadline extended until January 1st Accordingly, I have adjusted the contract completion date to Dec 6 th so we have time to review the documents at the staff level and to prepare a staff report for the Water Authority Board meeting later in December. A draft copy of the contract is enclosed herewith. Please review and return with your engagement letter. Please identify any issues between the two that we need to resolve before executing the contract. If possible, I would like to sign off by Oct 18. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at cullem@monterey.org or contact me on my cell phone 831-241-8503. Sincerely, ; j,It4esM. Cullem P.E. /Executive Director MPRWA End: Contract 580 PACIFIC ST, ROOM 6 MONTEREY CALIFORNIA 93940 www.mprwa.org. MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 4., tem Page 2, Packet Page 6 CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Water Authority Audit Agreement THIS AGREEMENT is executed this 1 day of C - - -6 1 8 6 1 2 - - , 2013, by and between the Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority, a municipal corporation, hereinafter called "Authority", and McGilloway, Ray, Brown, Kaufman, hereinafter called "Consultant". IT IS HEREBY MUTUALLY AGREED AS FOLLOWS: 1. Scope. Consultant hereby agrees to provide to the Authority, as the scope of services under this Agreement, the following services: Audit Services, as further described on the following attachment: the Consultant's Proposal dated October 7, 2013 (attached hereto as Exhibit "A"). 2. Timely Work. Consultant shall perform all tasks in a timely fashion, as set forth more specifically in paragraph 3 below. Failure to so perform is hereby deemed a material breach of this Agreement, and Authority may terminate this Agreement with no further liability hereunder, or may agree in writing with Consultant to an extension of time. 3. Term. The work under this Agreement shall commence October 15, 2013 and shall be completed by December 6, 2013 unless Authority grants a written extension of time as forth in paragraph 2 above. 4. Compensation. Authority agrees to pay and Consultant agrees to accept as full and fair consideration for the performance of this Agreement, an hourly fee as set forth in Consultant's Proposal (Exhibit A), in a total amount not to exceed Five Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($5900.00). Compensation under this Agreement shall become due and payable 30 days after Authority's approval of Consultant's submission of a written invoice to the Authority Executive Director. Written invoices shall clearly show the account numbers for each project and shall include a copy of timesheets or invoices from sub-consultants. The payment of any compensation to Consultant hereunder shall be contingent upon performance of the terms and conditions of this Agreement to the satisfaction of the Authority. If Authority determines that the work set forth in the written invoice has not been performed in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, Authority shall not be responsible for payment until such time as the work has been satisfactorily performed. 5. Additional Services. In the event that Authority should request additional services not covered by the terms of this Agreement, said services will be provided by Consultant and paid for by Authority only after a fee for said services has been agreed upon between Consultant and Authority Executive Director and the Authority Director provides written authorization for the additional work. 6. Schedule for Performing Services. For the project subject to this Agreement, Consultant shall perform the services in accordance with the following phases and/or milestone dates: Completion of 2013 Audit by close of business December 6, 2013. T00008-CA (v. 1 .0- 06/04/201 3) MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 4., tem Page 3, Packet Page 7 7. Staffing Plan. Consultant shall provide Authority with the names of the key professional personnel assigned to perform the services under this Agreement as well as a general description of the services they will be assigned to perform. 8. Subconsultant Plan. N/A 9. Meet and Confer. Consultant agrees to meet and confer with Authority or its agents or employees with regard to services as set forth herein as may be required by Authority to insure timely and adequate performance of this Agreement. 1 0. Indemnification. Consultant hereby agrees to the following indemnification clause: To the fullest extent permitted by law (including, without limitation, California Civil Code Sections 2782 and 2782.6), Consultant shall defend (with legal counsel reasonably acceptable to the Authority), indemnify and hold harmless the Authority and its officers, designated agents, departments, officials, representatives and employees (collectively "Indemnitees") from and against claims, loss, cost, damage, injury expense and liability (including incidental and consequential damages, court costs, reasonable attorneys' fees, litigation expenses and fees of expert consultants or expert witnesses incurred in connection therewith and costs of investigation) to the extent they arise out of, pertain to, or relate to, the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of Consultant, any Subconsultant, anyone directly or indirectly employed by them, or anyone that they control (collectively "Liabilities"). Such obligations to defend, hold harmless and indemnify any Indemnitee shall not apply to the extent that such Liabilities are caused in part by the negligence, or willful misconduct of such Indemnitee. Notwithstanding the provisions of the above paragraph, Consultant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Authority from and against any and all claims, demands, defense costs, liability, expense, or damages arising out of or in connection with damage to or loss of any property belonging to Consultant or Consultant' s employees, contractors, representatives, patrons, guests or invitees. Consultant further agrees to indemnify Authority for damage to or loss of Authority property to the proportionate extent they arise out of Consultant' s negligent performance of the work associated with this agreement or to the proportionate extent they arise out of any negligent act or omission of Consultant or any of Consultant' s employees, agents, contractors, representatives, patrons, guests or invitees; excepting such damage or loss arising out of the negligence of the Authority 1 1 . Insurance. Consultant shall submit and maintain in full force all insurance as described herein. Without altering or limiting Consultant' s duty to indemnify, Consultant shall maintain in effect throughout the term of this Agreement a policy or policies of insurance with the following minimum limits of liability: Commercial general liability insurance including but not limited to premises, personal injuries, bodily injuries, products, and completed operations, with a combined single limit of not less than $1 ,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 in the aggregate. Professional Liability Insurance. Consultant shall maintain in effect throughout the term of this Agreement professional liability insurance with limits of not less than $1 ,000,000 2 MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 4., tem Page 4, Packet Page 8 per claim and $2,000,000 in the aggregate. Consultant will either maintain or cause to be maintained professional liability coverage in full force or obtain extended reporting (tail) coverage (with the same liability limits) for at least three years following City' s acceptance of the work. Commercial automobile liability insurance covering all automobiles, including owned, leased, non-owned, and hired automobiles, used in providing services under this Agreement, with a combined single limit of not less than $1 ,000,000 per occurrence. Workers' Compensation Insurance. If Consultant employs others in the performance of this Agreement, Consultant shall maintain workers' compensation insurance in accordance with California Labor Code section 3700 and with a minimum of $1 00,000 per occurrence for employer' s liability. Other Insurance Requirements A. All insurance required under this Agreement must be written by an insurance company either: admitted to do business in California with a current A.M. Best rating of no less than A:VI; or an insurance company with a current A.M. Best rating of no less than A: VII. Exception may be made for the State Compensation Insurance Fund when not specifically rated. B. Each insurance policy required by this agreement shall be endorsed to state that City of Monterey shall be given notice in writing at least thirty days in advance of any cancellation thereof, except 1 0-day notice for nonpayment of the premium. C. The general liability and auto policies shall: Provide an endorsement naming the Authority, its officers, officials, and employees as additional insureds under an ISO CG 20 1 0 07 04 or ISO 20 37 07 04 or their equivalent. Provide that such insurance is primary and non-contributing insurance to any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the Authority. Contain a "Separation of Insureds" provision substantially equivalent to that used in the ISO form CG 00 01 1 0 01 or their equivalent. Provide for a waiver of any subrogation rights against the Authority via an ISO CG 24 01 1 0 93 or its equivalent. D. Prior to the start of work under this Agreement, Consultant shall file certificates of insurance and endorsements evidencing the coverage required 3 MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 4., tem Page 5, Packet Page 9 by this agreement with the Authority. Consultant shall file a new or amended certificate of insurance promptly after any change is made in any insurance policy which would alter the information on the certificate then on file. E. Neither the insurance requirements hereunder, nor acceptance or approval of Consultant' s insurance, nor whether any claims are covered under any insurance, shall in any way modify or change Consultant' s obligations under the indemnification clause in this Agreement, which shall continue in full force and effect. Notwithstanding the insurance requirements contained herein, Consultant is financially liable for its indemnity obligations under this Agreement. F. Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the Authority. At the option of the Authority, either: the insured shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self-insured retentions as respects the Authority, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers; or Consultant shall provide a financial guarantee satisfactory to the Authority guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses. 1 2. Ownership of Work and Copyrights. Upon completion of the work under this Agreement, ownership, title and copyrights to all materials and deliverables produced as part of this Agreement will automatically be vested in the Authority and no further agreement will be necessary to transfer ownership to Authority. 1 3. Licensing Standard of Care. Consultant represents as follows: that it is experienced in the professional services and a specialist in the work performed under this Agreement; is duly organized, existing and in good standing under applicable state law; and is properly licensed and/or certified to perform the work specified under this Agreement, including but not limited to possession of a current City of Monterey business license, and will only employ persons and subconsultants with all required licenses and certifications. 1 4. Substitution of Consultant Personnel. The key personnel of Consultant or any subconsultants listed in Consultant' s proposal and assigned to perform the work under this Agreement may not be substituted with or replaced by other personnel or subconsultants without the advance written consent of Authority. 1 5. Termination. Authority may terminate this Agreement upon ten days' written notice. The amount of damages, if any, as a result of such termination may be decided by negotiations between the parties or before a court of competent jurisdiction. 1 6. Agency. In performing the services specified under this Agreement, Consultant is hereby deemed to be an independent Consultant and not an agent or employee of Authority. 1 7. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement between the parties hereto and supersedes any and all prior agreements, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter thereof. Any modification of this Agreement will be effective only if it is in writing signed by both parties hereto. 4 MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 4., tem Page 6, Packet Page 10 AUTHORITY ./ Cullem, Executive Director 1 8. Validity. If any provision in this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force without being impaired or invalidated in any way. 1 9. Assignment of Interest. The duties under this Agreement shall not be assignable, delegable, or transferable without the prior written consent of Authority. Any such purported assignment, delegation, or transfer shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement upon which Authority may terminate this Agreement and be entitled to damages. 20. Conflict of Interest. Consultant hereby certifies that it does not now have, nor shall it acquire any financial or business interest that would conflict with the performance of services under this Agreement. 21 . Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in multiple originals, each of which is deemed to be an original, and may be signed in counterparts. 22. Laws. Consultant agrees that in the performance of this Agreement it will reasonably comply with all applicable State, Federal and local laws and regulations. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California and the City of Monterey. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement is entered into by the parties hereto on the day and year first above written in Monterey, California. CONSULTANT Patricia Kaufman, McGilloway, Ray, Brown, Kaufman 5 MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 4., tem Page 7, Packet Page 11 MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 4., tem Page 8, Packet Page 12 Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority Agenda Report
Date: November 14, 2013 Item No: 5.
06/12 FROM: Executive Director Cullem
SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution 2013-01, Approving Donald G. Freeman as Legal Counsel through December 31, 2014 and Authorizing the Authority President to Execute a contract with Perry Freeman Accordingly
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority (MPRWA) adopt Resolution 2013-01 approving Donald G. Freeman as legal counsel through December 31, 2014 and authorizing the Authority President to execute a contract with Perry Freeman accordingly. DISCUSSION: Following a formal Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for legal services for the Water Authority conducted during August and September 2012, an Ad-Hoc committee of the MPRWA recommended selection of Perry and Freeman (Donald G. Freeman). On September 27, 2012, the Water Authority adopted a resolution selecting Mr. Freeman to be legal counsel. On December 10, 2012, Mr. Freeman provided the Water Authority with waivers of conflict of interest from all other participating jurisdictions to which he has professional, contractual obligations. Since the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) process for considering the Cal-Am proposal for the Monterey Peninsula Water Supply Project (MPWSP) is at a critical stage and involves a substantial amount of attorney involvement, the Executive Director recommends the Authority maintains continuity with Donald G. Freeman, at least through 31 December 2014. The adopted budget for FY 2013-14 includes $60,000 for Legal Counsel which should be adequate for services through June 30, 2014, by which time a new budget for FY 2014-15 will have been adopted. Resolution 2013-01 approves an extension of Don G. Freeman as Authority legal counsel through December 31, 2014 and authorizing the Authority President to execute a contract with Perry Freeman accordingly. ATTACHMENTS: Resolution 2013-01 Sample contract for legal services MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 5., tem Page 1, Packet Page 13 MPRWA RESOLUTION NO. 2013-__
A RESOLUTION OF THE MONTEREY PENINSULA REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY ACKNOWLEDGING DONALD G. FREEMAN AS LEGAL COUNSEL FOR THE MONTEREY PENINSULA REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY AND AUTHORIZING THE PRESIDENT TO EXTEND A CONSENT AND WAIVER OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
WHEREAS, Donald G. Freeman has been requested to continue to represent the Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority (MPRWA);
WHEREAS, Donald G. Freeman is currently the City Attorney for the City of Seaside and the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea;
WHEREAS, Donald G. Freeman and MPRWA recognize the potential conflict of interest which may arise as a result of Donald G. Freemans legal representation of MPRWA, City of Seaside, and the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea;
WHEREAS, MPRWA wishes to acknowledge Donald G. Freeman as legal counsel for MPRWA;
WHEREAS, the President of MPRWA and members of the MPRWA Board of Directors have reviewed a letter from Donald G. Freeman dated November 20, 2012, indicating that Mr. Freeman does not believe that his legal services for the Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority will have any impact on his full and effective representation of each party, and does not believe he has knowledge of any confidential information from any party which would be material or relevant to his representation of MPRWA, the City of Seaside, and the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea;
WHEREAS, Donald G. Freeman recognizes that by concurrently representing the MPRWA, the City of Seaside, and the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea an issue of divided loyalty, such as in litigation, could possibly arise at some future date, and that at that time it could be necessary for him to make full disclosure to all parties, could be subject to disqualification from representing any party, and at such time it would be necessary for each party to seek independent legal counsel;
WHEREAS, the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea and the City of Seaside have passed their respective Resolutions and their respective Mayors have executed the Consent and Waiver of Conflict of Interest;
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Directors have reviewed this request with independent legal counsel;
WHEREAS, according to Rule 3-310 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct applicable to California lawyers which requires informed written consent of all represented parties because of concurrent representation, MPRWA recognizes that Donald G. Freeman is the City Attorney for the City of Seaside, and for the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea;
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors has been fully satisfied with the performance of Donald G. Freeman during the period of his tenure as Authority legal Counsel between MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 5., tem Page 2, Packet Page 14 September 27, 2012 and the present;
WHEREAS, due to the critical nature of on-going legal activities associated with the CPUC consideration of the California American Water application for the Monterey Peninsula Water Project, the Board of Directors finds that the public interest is better served by renewing Donald G. Freemans contract at this time than to re-advertise a request for proposal for legal services and;
WHEREAS Board of Directors wishes to authorize the President to extend a Consent and Waiver of Conflict of Interest, and hereby acknowledges Donald G. Freeman as legal counsel for the Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority until December 31, 2014.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President of MPRWA is hereby authorized to extend on behalf of MPRWA a Consent and Waiver of Conflict of Interest thereby acknowledging Donald G. Freeman as legal counsel for the Monterey Peninsula Regional Water Authority and authorizes the President to execute a contract with Donald G. Freeman for legal counsel services.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MONTEREY PENINSULA REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY this ____day of ____ 201, by the following vote:
MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 5., tem Page 3, Packet Page 15 DRAFT-Nov 14, 2013
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this ___ day of _____________, 2013, by and between the MONTEREY PENINSULA REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY, hereinafter MPRWA, and the LAW OFFICES of PERRY and FREEMAN hereinafter referred to as "Attorney", both of which understand as follows:
A. Term: The term of this Agreement shall be for one (1) year commencing December 31, 2013, and shall terminate on December 31, 2014, unless terminated pursuant to paragraph H. of this Agreement.
B. Compensation. Attorney will provide legal services to MPRWA at XXXXXXX
C. Billing and Reimbursement of Costs. An accounting of services and hours will be provided to MPRWA on a monthly basis. Attorney shall be reimbursed for actual out-of-pocket expenses and costs advanced or paid on behalf of the MPRWA, including court reporter fees and charges, court costs, and costs of outside investigators or experts pertaining to MPRWA litigation. Travel to conduct MPRWA related business expenses shall be billed as actual out-of-pocket costs unless otherwise negotiated. There will be no charge for actual travel time.
D. Ordinary Services. Legal advice and legal opinions to MPRWA as outlined in the Amendment to Agreement for Legal Services dated XXXXX (Exhibit A to this Agreement) and Attorney Standard Terms and Conditions (Exhibit B to this Agreement).
E. Extraordinary Legal Services. Preparation of complex legal documents, representing MPRWA in court appearances, litigation, or in proceedings before other public or administrative bodies, or legal services provided to any independent or separate agency or entity of government not operated as an integral part of MPRWA.
F. Miscellaneous. MPRWA recognizes that Attorney is a private law practice currently located in Carmel-By-The-Sea, California, and will retain that office as its principal place of business. In addition, MPRWA recognizes Attorney also represents and advises other public entities upon request. Attorney will submit conflict waivers to MPRWA whenever such potential arise during the term of this contract.
G. Association of Special Legal Counsel. MPRWA and Attorney recognize, that from time to time, it may become necessary to associate with special legal counsel for matters involving litigation, labor negotiations, worker's compensation personnel or bond issue proceedings and other matters where either MPRWA Board of Directors or Attorney feel effective representation requires special legal counsel.
H. Termination. Either party may terminate this Agreement without cause by providing MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 5., tem Page 4, Packet Page 16
2 written notice to the other party in the manner set forth in item I. of this Agreement at least 30 days prior to the effective date of termination.
I. Notices. All notices herein provided to be given, or which may be given by either party to the other, shall be considered fully received when made in writing and deposited in the United States mail, certified and postage prepaid, and addressed to the respective parties as follows:
MPRWA: ATTORNEY:
President, Board of Directors Donald G. Freeman Monterey Peninsula Regional Perry and Freeman Water Authority PO Box XXX 580 Pacific Street Carmel By-The-Sea, CA XXXX Monterey, CA 93940
J. Immunity. As an authorized representative of MPRWA, Attorney shall be recognized as having rights to any immunity MPRWA is entitled to. In no event shall any duties contained in this Agreement, or otherwise herein, negate any legal protections or immunities available to the parties under local, state or federal law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, MPRWA has caused this agreement to be signed and executed on its behalf by its President, and duly attested by its Clerk; and the Attorney has signed and executed this agreement in duplicate originals the day and year first hereinabove written.
MPRWA
____________________________ Chuck Della Sala, President
ATTORNEY: ATTEST:
_____________________ _________________________ Donald G.Freeman Clerk of the Board MPRWA Meeting, 11/14/2013 , tem No. 5., tem Page 5, Packet Page 17
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