Board ratifies $35,000 emergency repair to Portola tank roof after storm damage

The Montero Water and Sanitary District Board on Feb. 5 unanimously ratified an emergency $35,000 repair to the Portola wooden water tank roof after storm damage punctured the plywood and damaged rafters.

General manager Clemens said a large branch struck the tank and the board needed to authorize repair work quickly to keep the tank operating safely. Staff recommended using local contractors; materials will be purchased by the district and the board heard contractors’ names (Greg Jones Roofing for roofing work and Creek Lumber for wood materials); Clinton Miles is coordinating carpentry work on behalf of staff.

Because the repair was authorized under the district’s emergency authority, the staff asked the board to ratify the general manager’s expenditure. Director comments included thanks to operations staff for quickly responding. Christine (staff/attorney) noted a typographical error in the draft resolution (one place listed $30,000 while the findings listed $35,000) and staff said they would correct the resolution before signing.

The board approved the ratification by roll call (5–0). Staff said the emergency approach limited the usual bidding timeline but used reputable local contractors and quotes.