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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-10-28 - YLWD-MWDOC Ad Hoc Committee Meeting MinutesAPPROVED BY THE BOARD Of DIRECTORS Of THE YORBA LWOA WATER DISTRICT ITEM NO. MINUTES OF THE NOV 12 2008 YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT and MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT OF ORANGE COUNTY AD HOC COMMITTEE MEETING October 28, 2008 A meeting of the Yorba Linda Water District and Municipal Water District of Orange County Ad Hoc Committee meeting was called to order by Committee Chair William R. Mills at 4:00 p.m. The meeting was held at the District offices at 1717 East Miraloma Ave., Placentia. YLWD COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT:. William R. Mills, Chair Ric Collett, Director YLVVD STAFF PRESENT: Michael A. Payne, General Manager Kenneth R. Vecchlarelli, Asst. Gen. Mgr. MWOOC COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT: Brett Barbra, Director OCWD INVITED ATTENDEES: Roger Yoh, Director Mike Markus, General Manager MWQOC STAFF PRE" ENT: Kevin Hunt, General Manager INTRODUCTION OF VISITORS AND PUBLIC COMMENTS- There were no visitors or public comments. DISCUSSION 1. Discuss MWD/MWDOC Supply Allocation Plan The Committee discussed the latest information received from MWD. MWD is still analyzing the water supply situation in the State and on the Colorado River and has yet to make a final decision on water supply allocation. MWDOC stated they would keep member agencies informed as information is received. It is anticipated that July 1, 2009 is still the target. 2. Discuss Current Water Supply Situation The Committee discussed the latest information on the water supply in California. Mr. Markus gave a report on the groundwater levels within the OC basin. The basin is dropping. Mr. Payne expressed his disappointment with So California Water Agencies in general for not adopting a common theme in regards to the drought. 3. Discuss SB/XX and Implementation for Local Agencies The Committee received an update on SB/XX and implementation for local agencies. Mr. Hunt explained the State is ready to begin dispersing Proposition 84 funds. MWDOC has agreed to assist YLWD with the application process. 4. Discuss Status of Dana Point De-Salter Project Mr. Hunt gave a report on the Dana Point De-Salter Project. There are tours being scheduled to view the test drilling activities. The following five agencies have signed up to fund the project: Moulton Nigel Water District, South Coast Water District and the cities of San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano and Laguna Beach. 5. Discuss AB 1400 (Hayashi) The Committee discussed the actions taken by MWDOC in addressing the allegations by Santa Margarita Water District about proposed legislation. 6. Discuss Status of Bryant Ranch Non-Potable Irrigation Project The Committee discussed the status of the Bryant Ranch Non-Potable Irrigation Project. Mr. Payne summarized where the District was in regard to the preliminary study of the project. All agencies thought it had merit and that possible grants were available to help with the funding of this new water project. Mr. Markus and Mr. Yoh felt it was time to meet again to discuss annexation since the study was almost complete. A meeting will be set up. The Committee thanked Director Yoh and General Manager Markus for attending the meeting. ADJOURNMENT The committee adjourned at 5:23 p.m. The next YLWD-MWDOC Ad Hoc Committee will be rescheduled due to the upcoming holiday.