ITEM:		CONSENT CALENDAR
4.	APPROVE EXPENDITURE FOR HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY WATER EFFICIENCY WORKSHOPS.
Meeting Date:				October 19, 2015	Budgeted:	Yes
From:				David Stoldt, General Manager	Program/	Water Conservation
					Line Item No.:	4-2-3
Prepared By:			Stephanie Locke		Cost Estimate:	$3,500
General Counsel Review: N/A
Committee Recommendation: The Administrative Committee reviewed this item on October 12, 2015 and recommended approval.
CEQA Compliance: N/A

SUMMARY: Staff is requesting authorization to spend up to $3,500 to secure conference space and other services (i.e., audio/visual, trainer accommodations, beverage service and lunches) related to conducting a three day hospitality industry-specific water efficiency training in November. The Board approved funding for the consultant (Maddaus Water Management Inc.) at the September Board meeting. Costs for the conference peripherals were not included in the previous approval.

Funding for the conference expenses is available in the FY 2015-16 Budget and is reimbursable from California American Water.

RECOMMENDATION: The Board should recommend approval of this expenditure.

EXHIBIT

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