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December 7, 2000 Page 3 B. Adoption Of Proposal Submitted By Shilts Consultants, Inc. For Assessment Engineering And Professional Consulting Services In An Amount Not To Exceed $102,100 Jorgensen noted the presence of Gerard van Steyn and Josh Morris, of Shilts Consultants, Inc. Gibson stated his concern that the proposal did not adequately identify and define an education outreach component. Van Steyn discussed the proposal; emphasized a commitment to educational outreach; discussed education outreach methodology; said that the education component, timeline, and specific approach will be customized to the community; and expressed confidence in the project's success. Ward discussed preliminary issues, process, timeframe, and procedural matters. It was moved by Gibson to table staff proposal for one month. The motion died for lack of a second. It was moved by Holt, seconded by Lange, and carried 3-1, with Gibson voting no, to adopt the proposal with Shilts Consultants, Inc., and allow the General Manager to contract with Shilts Consultants, Inc. for assessment engineering and professional consulting services in an amount not to exceed $102,100. In response to Lange's inquiry, Jorgensen stated that the 2000-2001 Budget contained sufficient funds to cover the proposed amount, and the funds would come from the General Fund Budget. 8. NEW ITEMS A. Authorize General Manger Or Designee Approval Authority Over Designs And Plans For Purpose Of Acquiring Design Immunity Under California Government Code 830.6 Sorensen stated that, in order to be under the umbrella of the State Government Code 830.6 design immunity, staff is requesting authority to approve working drawing designs in accordance with the prescriptions of the Government Code. He discussed the code and its application to the District. In response to Lange's inquiry, Sorensen said that there is no personal liability, certificate, or license requirements apart from those required of design professionals.