REGULAR BOARD MEETING
May 11, 2004, 10:00 A.M.
TUMALO IRRIGATION DISTRICT
64697 COOK AVENUE
BEND, OREGON 97701
BOARD: Bill Martin, Bob Morrow, Steve Putnam, Jim Schlueter, Gary Blake
STAFF: Elmer McDaniels, Jan Wickham, Ken Rieck, Bob Varco
ATTORNEY: Dave Paulson
GUESTS: Greg Mohnen, Gary Moss, Tammy Sailors, Roger Prowell, Jeff Rola
ENGINEER: Kevin Crew
Chairman Martin called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M. and appointed Jan Wickham scribe.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Director Schlueter made a motion to approve the minutes of the April 13, 2004 regular board meeting, seconded by Director Putnam, motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF VOUCHER LIST
Director Schlueter made a motion that the May 2004 Voucher List be approved, seconded by Vice-Chairman Morrow, motion carried unanimously.
CRESCENT LAKE WATER REPORT
Manager McDaniels said that Crescent Lake has 37,472 acre-feet. The District is at 70% delivery at this time.
In September, the District may have to shut off mid month, depending on the water level in Crescent Lake.
Will have to make a decision at the June or July board meeting to let water users know.
JIM PENTZ
Manager McDaniels stated that Mr. Pentz agreed to irrigate approximately 2.0 acres and pay reasonable rent. Amount suggested : $200.00. A lease agreement is to be drawn up by Attorney Hopp to cover costs and annual operation and maintenance.
BULL TROUT
There is a handout by David Philippi of Stoel Rives on the economic impact on the Bull Trout. Roger Prowell, City of Bend, discussed the Sub Basin Plan, regarding habitat and reintroduction of Bull Trout, with minimum temperatures and low flows, and the impact on irrigation districts and their ability to deliver water.
CITY OF BEND PROPOSAL
As per Roger Prowell, the City of Bend is looking for water. Discussed how to select and evaluate water from the Basin point of view. The focus is on conservation, water supply and restoration of the river. It is a public process. Also, plan to view Crater Creek Ditch on a snow cat tour. Tammy Sailors, Deschutes Resources Conservancy, spoke about on farm conservation and their test project to return water instream.
-2- Minutes of Regular Board Meeting, May 11, 2004
BEND BULLETIN ARTICLE
Discussed possible historical status for Swalley Canal, including piping, pumping and electrical costs. Landowners fronting canal to vote on proposal, whether water users or not.
VEHICLES
Manager McDaniels proposed new vehicles for Bob Varco and Michael Williams. To replace Bob Varco’s truck with similar rig and tool box, cost about $60,000.00. May replace Michael’s rig first, and when Cat is paid off, finance Bob’s vehicle. Agreed to start getting quotes. May take Bob’s truck out of vehicle fleet and finance similar to dozer and backhoes.
OWRC TOUR REPORT
Manager McDaniels and Director Schlueter went on tour with representatives from Oregon. The purpose was to expose legislatures to irrigation district concerns and operations.
TUMALO FEED CANAL
Engineer Kevin Crew, David Evans & Assoc., started surveying Tumalo Feed Canal from the double barrel pipes to the reservoir. Discontinued survey to first allow contact with landowners along canal. Need to develop list of land owners fronting canal and set up meeting with people.
TUMALO DIVERSION
Engineer Kevin Crew and Manager McDaniels met with Division of State Lands to discuss siltation buildup. We need to work with Division of State Lands, Steve Marx @ Fish and Wildlife, and the Corps of Engineers to manage siltation. May require cyclical cleaning.
NEXT MEETING DATE
The next Regular Board Meeting will be Tuesday, June 8, 2004, at 10:00 A.M., at the District Office.
ADJOURNMENT
Director Putnam made a motion that the Regular Board Meeting be adjourned at 11:35 A.M., seconded by Director Blake, motion carried unanimously.