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MINUTES Regular Meeting of the Willamalane Bom'd of Directors June 8, 2005 Page 2 Fund Summary April 2005. Other a. Award contract for painting Lively Park Swim Center. ,//~ c. Appoint Jeff Ard to the Citizen Planning Committee for the Whilamut Natural Area of Alton Baker Park. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Appoint Workers' Compensation Carrier for FY'06 Para Caples provided in~brmation on the bids received this year ~br Workers' Compensation insurance and staff's recommendation that the District contract with SAIF Corporation tbr FY'06. Tammy Fitch of Wilson-Heirgood Associates, the District's agent-of-record, addressed the Board, noting that Willamalane is saving 20-30% because of its very Iow experience mod. She explained that the Special Districts Association of Oregon is getting better at reviewing claims, evaluating return-to-work: programs and hazardous working conditions, etc., but SAIF continues to give the District excellent service and employs a local sta£f that is very familiar wffh Wil'lamalane's operations, which has resulted in very timely service. She added that she concurs with staff's recommendation that SAIF be awm:ded the contract for FY'06 amd commended staff for their safe practices and safety record. Director James moved, Director Ross seconded, that the Board appoint SAIF Corporation as the District's Workers' Comp. carrier for FY'06 and award the contract in the amount of $75,463. The motion passed unanimously, with Directors Hastin~s~ James, Ross, and Wagner voting aye. Dorris Ranch Tour and Open House Review Greg Hyde reported that he enjoyed the Dorris Ranch tour, noting that approximately 20 members of the public were in attendance at the related public input open house. The Board expressed their appreciation of the tour and the Ranch itself, especially the efforts of staff to keep the history of the site alive, and noted the importance of the master planning process for the facility. They also highly commended Scott Dano for his wealth of knowledge about the history of the Ranch and suggested that staff videotape Scott's perfbrn3ance for future reference. Director Wagner suggested that staff look into some type of Dorris Ranch signagc at the intersection of South A and South Second Streets, to make the Ranch easier to find. She also suggested that Scott could make presentations at the local service clubs as a way to get the word out about the Ranch and all it has to offer. Director Ross added that a film of Scott's presentation could be used when seeking grants. The Board also expressed their hope that the stream to the old swimming pool can be restored, as well as the swimming pool and its amenities such as the water gardens and terraces. Superintendent Keefer briefly outlined the process staff is undertaking for the management planning process. He noted that an employee from the State Historic Preservation Office was at thc open house and was very impressed with the facility and its programs, which may lead to some preservation grants. Award Contract for Memorial Building Boiler Replacement In answer to Chain-nan 'Hastings' question, Jake Risley noted that the District received a grant of $50,000 to help fitnd the replacement of the boiler in the Memorial Building basement. He gave a brief history of the bidding process for the project and presented a drawing of the boiler room plan. Director James noted that the School District has worked with Lebanon Servco, Inc. in the past and has been very pleased with their work.