March 6, 2019 WAS Committee

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WAS Committee

March 6, 2019

The meeting of the WAS Committee of the Central Colorado Water Conservancy District was called to order at 12:56 P.M. on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 by David Bernhardt at Central’s office at 3209 West 28^th Street in Greeley. Committee members present were Randy Knutson, Gary Herman, and David Bernhardt.  Board members absent were Steve Bruntz and Bret Schmidt.  Staff members present were Randy Ray, William Mihelich, and Ruthanne Schaffer.

Monday staff and consultants met for the kick off meeting with CEI on the Walker Recharge Project.  The Committee is looking into pipe makeup, size, capacity needed, and estimated maintenance.  Staff is continuing to speak with Weldon Valley, Peggram, Orphan Wells of Wiggins, and the town of Wiggins regarding the recharge project.

RECOMMEND TO THE BOARD TO APPROVE THE BYPASS AND AUGMENTATION STATION FEE STRUCTURE CHART AND INCLUDE IN THE POLICY ADMINISTRATION FEES PAID UPFRONT AND ALL RUNNING FEES PAID MONTHLY 14 DAYS AFTER INVOICE SENT FOR ACTUAL WATER RUN.
Motion:  Gary Herman
Second:  Randy Knutson
MOTION CARRIED

RECOMMEND TO THE BOARD TO APPROVE THE WATER SUPPLY AGREEMENT WITH ANADARKO AND THE WATER SUPPLY AGREEMENT WITH PVIC AUGMENTATION GROUP, LLC.
Motion:  Randy Knutson
Second:  Gary Herman
MOTION CARRIED

Staff is looking at a recharge project above the Western that would have credits hitting the South Platte and the St Vrain.

Randy gave an update on the water purchase he has been working on with Weld County.

The Committee reviewed a draft revised recharge easement with the Dittmer’s to enlarge the recharge area and extend the length of time.

RECOMMEND TO THE BOARD TO APPROVE THE CONTRACT AND AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES WITH AGPRO.
Motion:  Gary Herman
Second:  Randy Knutson
MOTION CARRIED

The City of Brighton has decided not to pursue their original plan with a developer for water dedication.  The plan as contemplated involved Central to make the water supply work for the City.

RECOMMEND TO THE BOARD TO MAKE AN OFFER ON THE 2/3 SHARE OF THE SENIOR WATER RIGHTS AS DISCUSSED IN COMMITTEE.
Motion:  Randy Knutson
Second:  Gary Herman
MOTION CARRIED

RECOMMEND TO THE BOARD TO DIRECT STAFF TO PURSUE THE SENIOR WATER RIGHTS SOUTH OF PLATTEVILLE AS DISCUSSED IN COMMITTEE.
Motion:  Gary Herman
Second:  Randy Knutson
MOTION CARRIED

Chairman David Bernhardt adjourned the meeting at 2:32 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Ruthanne Schaffer
Sr Water Accountant