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July Board Agenda
STRAWBERRY
WATER USERS ASSOCIATION
Board of Director’s
Meeting – Wednesday, July 11, 2012 7:00 p.m.
AGENDA
1.
Welcome and Introductions 7:00
2.
Approval of Minutes – June 13, 2012
3.
POWER 7:10
a. Lobbyist Report
b. Generation
c. Spanish Fork Flow Control Structure
Power Plant
4.
IRRIGATION COMMITTEE
7:30
a. River Commissioner’s Report
b. Change of Place of Use Requests
c. Signed Water Dedication Agreements
(WDA)
5.
FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE 7:50
a. Disbursements & Expenses
b. Financial Reports & Investment
c. Insurance Review
6.
WATER POLICIES COMMITTEE 8:10
a. Streamline Office Hourly Billing Rate
b. Springville Irrigation exchange
application
7.
PROPERTIES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 8:30
a. Maintenance & Water Conservation
Projects – Status Report
b. Large Warehouse Report
c. Properties Report
d. Friends of Strawberry – Kelly Lewis
8.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS 8:50
9.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 9:10
Friday, July 6, 2012
Sunday, July 1, 2012
June Board Minutes
STRAWBERRY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
June 13, 2012
The Strawberry Water Users Association Board
of Directors held a regular board meeting in the Association’s office at
Payson, Utah, Wednesday, June 13, 2012, at 7:00 p.m.
Thirteen directors were present with Dan
Ellsworth, Scott Phillips and J. Merrill Hallam being absent. Shawn Thomas was in attendance and recorded
the minutes.
Vice President Quentin Francom conducted the
meeting. Guy Larson offered the invocation and Quentin Francom led the group in
the pledge of allegiance. Vice President Francom welcomed Debbie Vanoy from
Central Utah Water Conservancy District and Alan Christensen with the Bureau of
Reclamation to the meeting.
Approval
of the Minutes
Robert McMullin made a motion, seconded by Dale Rowley,
approving the minutes of the regular board meeting held May 9, 2012. It was unanimously approved.
Properties
and Development Committee
Maintenance & Water Conservation Projects Chairman Quentin Francom
reported on the Maintenance & Water Conservation Projects and photos of the
projects were shown.
Large Warehouse Chairman
Quentin Francom reported that Zion’s Bank came and moved the stuff they had rights to out of the warehouse. SWUA
will try and sell the remaining inventory because Zion’s Bank signed it over to
us. We will make attempts to sell the items leftover in the warehouse to make a
partial payment on rent, repairs, and cleaning.
The construction foreman is getting bids for these items.
Small Warehouse Kevin
Anderson asked what is going on with Hathaway it appears they have more trucks
here all the time I am concerned about damage to the asphalt. Are they being
allowed to do more than what is in their agreement? Chairman Francom responded
and reported that they are just about caught up on their rent.
Nephi Property Chairman
Francom reported that Greenline Equipment Group that was interested in SWUA’s
Nephi property cancelled the meeting they had scheduled with us.
Chairman Francom suggested that we pursue selling the land.
Robert McMullin made a
motion, seconded by Blair Hamilton, approving the General Manager discusses
with realtor/agent listing the Nephi property and bring a proposal back to the
board for review. It
was unanimously approved.
Calvin Crandall arrived to the
meeting at 7:18 p.m.
Vice President Francom turned
the meeting over to President Crandall.
Other
Robert McMullin reported that
individuals at IFA have had people approach them about possibly putting a rail
head at the site near SWUA’s IFA property. Robert suggested the committee spend
some time and research this.
Friends of Strawberry Kelly Lewis reported on the Friends
of Strawberry meeting.
Water
Policy Committee
Footnote 6 Chairman
Garry Brown gave an update on the status of footnote 6.
Old Fields Chairman
Brown reported that a meeting was held concerning old fields. SWUA’s council
reinforced that it is our duty to represent the shareholders interest in the
matter. The water will go back on the lots (this property previously known as Pages).
SWUA has spent many hours on this project by staff. Caren Kirk will attempt to
create a historical outline of the old fields and time spent by staff.
Finance
Committee
Disbursements and Expenses
Kelly Lewis made a motion, seconded by Guy Larson, approving
payment of the invoices, and checks previously written as presented. It was unanimously approved.
Property & Liability Insurance Renewal Proposal Chairman Anderson
reported that the Committee reviewed the proposals for SWUA’s property and
liability insurance. The Committee recommends Arch’s proposal with a premium of
$78,101 and Utah Workers Compensation Fund with a premium of $8,846
Robert McMullin made a motion, seconded by Kelly Lewis,
approving the Arch premium of $78,101 and the $8,846 proposal from the Utah
Workers Compensation Fund. It was
unanimously approved.
Financial Reports and Investments Chairman Kevin Anderson reported on SWUA’s
investments.
Irrigation
Committee
River
Commissioner's Report Chairman Jesse Warren reviewed the Spanish
Fork River Commissioner’s written report that is maintained in SWUA’s files.
Change of Place of Use and Water Deeds
Robert McMullin made a motion, seconded
by Guy Larson, approving:
1.
A
Water Deed request made by Margaret J. Backus to Nicholas and Rachel Button
Serial No. 624.014 for a total of 1.00 acre foot.
It
was unanimously approved.
Signed Water Dedication Agreements (WDA) Were not discussed.
Other
Chairman Warren reported that the committee
recommends not holding the public officials Bar B Que this fall due to budget
issues.
Guy Larson made a motion, seconded by Kevin Anderson,
approving that due to budget short falls this year’s Public Officials Bar B Que
be cancelled. It was approved with a
vote of 8 in favor and 6 opposed.
Quentin Francom asked what SWUA’s fees are to
administer the CUWCD rental water. Staff reviewed some of the fee’s we charge
to administer this but to ensure we are giving accurate information I would
have to get the breakdown to make sure I am covering all of the costs.
Robert McMullin recommended that the Water
Policy committee review this matter and bring back a recommendation.
There was some discussion on canal company
losses and delivery of the bank. The water policy committee will continue
discussing these matters and bring it back to the board when they have a
recommendation.
Power
Committee
Lobbyist Report Chairman Robert McMullin gave a status
report on the lobbyist.
Generation Chairman McMullin
reported on the hydro generation for May 2012
Spanish Fork Flow Control Structure Power Plant
(SFFCSPP) Chairman McMullin reported that we had a meeting with SESD and CUWCD
to discuss the SFFCSPP. There were three
items on the agenda for discussion 1. Optimal location; 2. Optimal sizing; 3. Confirm and refine project financing. It
was determined to proceed with these three items would cost approximately
$15,000. Our committee determined that we would like to proceed our share would
be $5,000.
Quentin Francom made a motion, seconded by Kelly Lewis,
approving the funds up to $5,000 to proceed with this phase of the Spanish Fork
Flow Control Structure Power Plant engineering.
It was unanimously approved.
Other
Spanish Fork City Dam Chairman
McMullin recently attended a meeting concerning the City Dam after engineering
was done it was determined that it is not practical to generate power at the
location of the new dam. SWUA paid
$4,000 to have engineering done for a determination on generation.
Public
Affairs Committee No report.
Executive
Committee No report.
Other
Business
Blair Hamilton indicated that Fred Vincent
and Wayne Peterson have requested a reduced rate from SESD on a pump that has a
demand meter that they will be using. Blair asked if SWUA is willing to reduce
their rate. Blair asked if Spanish Fork Southeast Irrigation Company could
possible use rehabilitation funds for this.
Garry Brown asked who will be using the water
that is pumped. Blair indicated that Spanish Fork City will use the water.
Maybe, possibly Spanish Fork Southeast Irrigation Company.
There was much discussion about this issue.
Many felt that if you do this for some you need to do it for all.
Recharge Project
Alan Christensen discussed the Spring Creek
recharge project and indicated that SWUA may want to become familiar with it.
Garry Brown was directed to check with Jay
Franson about this project.
There being no further business, the meeting
adjourned at 8:55 pm.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
River Commisioner Information
Dear
Watermasters & Schedulers,
What
a difference a year makes! From feast to famine.
I
figured that an update letter would be good to catch everyone up, and to touch
bases with you on our schedule and procedures.
First,
Strawberry Water was first delivered on April 23, 2012. This is one of the
earliest delivery dates in recent history. Central Utah Water Conservancy
District has been working on the Sleeve Valves in Sixth Water since October of
2011. Many problems were encountered and the valves that were removed are still
not operational at this time. One valve is in place and should be available for
service this week. In the mean time, water is being delivered from the old
Strawberry Tunnel. Delivery from the Strawberry Tunnel is restricted to 200
cfs. Today, May 1, 2012 we are delivering 160 cfs. One Sleeve Valve will
deliver at least 350 cfs. It is anticipated that we will be able to deliver
over 500 cfs combined between the old Strawberry Tunnel and one Sleeve Valve at
Sixth Water this irrigation year and we will be in good shape. However, until
the Sleeve Valve is in and operational, we are in a bit of a pickle. Hopefully
that will change by this weekend.
Our
storage in Strawberry Reservoir is absolutely full. We have a full 61,000 acre
foot allotment, and a full 50,000 acre foot “Bank”. The “Bank” is to allow us
to save water in times of plenty and then be able to utilize that water in
times of shortage. It makes sense to use some of the banked water this year.
Also,
Central Utah Water Conservancy District has made it known that those that have
leased CUP water will be able to draw as much as 20% more water than their
contracted amount, this year only.
These
factors should help with an upcoming difficult year. As usual, please be
vigilant in managing the water in your canal company. Let your appropriators
know of the lack of natural flow in the river systems this year and encourage
them to plan accordingly. Maintaining ditches and head gates to conserve water
is critical.
May Board Agenda
STRAWBERRY
WATER USERS ASSOCIATION
Board of Director’s
Meeting – Wednesday, May 9, 2012 7:00 p.m.
AGENDA
1.
Welcome and Introductions 7:00
2.
Approval of Minutes – April 11, 2012
3.
POWER COMMITTEE 7:10
a. Lobbyist Report
b. Generation
c. Interconnect Agreement UAMPS
4.
IRRIGATION COMMITTEE
7:30
a. River Commissioner’s Report
b. Change of Place of Use Requests
c. Signed Water Dedication Agreements
(WDA)
5.
FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE 7:50
a. Disbursements & Expenses
b. Financial Reports & Investment
6.
WATER POLICIES COMMITTEE 8:10
a. Highline Canal Notice of Intent to
enclose canal
7.
PROPERTIES & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 8:30
a. Maintenance & Water Conservation
Projects – Status Report
b. Large Warehouse Report
c. Friends of Strawberry – Kelly Lewis
8.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS 8:50
9.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 9:10
10. OTHER
BUSINESS 9:20
April Board Minutes
STRAWBERRY WATER USERS ASSOCIATION
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
April 11, 2012
The Strawberry Water Users Association Board
of Directors held a regular board meeting in the Association’s office at
Payson, Utah, Wednesday, April 11, 2012, at 7:00 p.m.
Twelve directors were present with J. Merrill
Hallam, Dan Ellsworth, Guy Larson, Scott Phillips being absent. Jeremy Sorensen, and Shawn Thomas were in
attendance. Shawn Thomas recorded the
minutes.
President Calvin Crandall conducted the meeting.
Robert McMullin offered the invocation and Neil Sorensen led the group in the
pledge of allegiance. President Crandall welcomed Neil Sorensen back and
welcomed Jackson Crofts, Darrell Devy and Debbie Vanoy from Central Utah Water
Conservancy District to the meeting also Trapper Burdick with Spanish Fork City
Approval
of the Minutes
Dale Rowley made a motion, seconded by Robert McMullin,
approving the minutes of the regular board meeting held March 6, 2012. It was unanimously approved.
CUWCD
annual reprt on Diamond Fork System Jackson
Crofts and Darrell Devy reported on the status of repairs and improvements
being made in the Diamond Fork System.
Jackson Crofts and Darrell Devy excused
themselves from the meeting at 8:00 p.m.
Properties
and Development Committee
Spanish Fork City Construction Access request Trapper Burdick with
Spanish Fork City reported on the work currently being done through the Spanish
Fork Diversion Dam property it should be complete within 30 to 45 days. Spanish Fork City is requesting additional
access from SWUA for their stream bank stabilization project near the diversion
dam.
Blair Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Robert McMullin,
approving access to Spanish Fork City for their stream bank stabilization
project. It was unanimously approved.
Trapper excused himself from the meeting at 8:07 p.m.
Other Chairman
Quentin Francom reported that the committee recommends a new block retaining
wall at the diversion dam. The diversion dam employees would complete the labor
on the wall during their normal working hours. The recommendation is to have
the wall complete before the new asphalt is done.
Quentin Francom made a motion, seconded by Neil Sorensen,
approving $7,500 to purchase block for a retaining wall at the diversion dam. The
motion failed.
There was discussion with the board that the
committee should look at all options for the retaining wall including finding
funding for the block.
Maintenance & Water Conservation Projects Chairman Quentin Francom
reported on the Maintenance & Water Conservation Projects and photos of the
projects were shown.
Large Warehouse Chairman
Quentin Francom asked if the board wants to pursue a judgment bond against
Bella Granite.
Quentin Francom made a motion, seconded by Robert
McMullin, approving SWUA pursue a judgment against Bella Granite. It was unanimously
approved.
Zion’s bank is temporarily paying the rent on
the warehouse while they deal with Bella Granite’s inventory.
Robert McMullin suggested you get the cost
from the attorney to file a judgment.
Other Chairman
Francom reported that staff has received bids to trim the tree’s at the Spanish
Fork Power Plant.
Quentin Francom made a motion, seconded by Jesse Warren,
approving the bid for $2,800 to trim the tree’s at the Spanish Fork Power Plant.
It was unanimously approved.
Diamond Fork Gauging Station Chairman Francom reported that Jeremy
Sorensen had an appointment with Reed Murray to discuss the proposed Diamond
Fork Gauging station. During the meeting it was determined that the project
would be approved.
Friends of Strawberry Kelly Lewis reported on the Friends
of Strawberry meeting.
Water
Policy Committee
BOR policy update (Footnote 6 changes) Chairman Garry Brown reported that SWUA has
submitted comments on footnote 6. If you would like a copy talk to Jeremy.
Other Chairman
Brown reported that Jeremy met with SUVMWA’s engineer and discussed ground
water recharge.
Chairman Brown reported that Jeremy has been
in discussions with Payson City concerning the Old Fields water exchange.
Jeremy spoke with Shawn Draney about this and Shawn suggested that Payson
City/Strawberry High Line Canal Company and SWUA meet and discuss this issue so
that everyone understands what is being requested and how to accomplish the
task so that it will work for everyone.
Chairman Brown reported that a meeting was
held recently to discuss creating a Water District in south Utah County. Jeremy
attended the meeting.
Chairman Brown reminded everyone about the
Canal Companies Coalition meeting tomorrow night.
Finance
Committee
Disbursements and Expenses
Garry Brown made a motion, seconded by Robert McMullin,
approving payment of the invoices, and checks previously written as
presented. It was unanimously approved.
Financial Reports and Investments Chairman Kevin Anderson reported that we
received a check for $6,400 from DBSI. SWUA’s ownership has been increased in
Highlands at Spectrum we should receive a check in August for approximately
$10,000. The committee is still working with Colton.
Resolution for change in signers with
financial services.
Kelly Lewis made a motion,
seconded by Blair Hamilton, approving the SWUA President, Vice-President,
Finance Committee chairman and the Secretary/Treasurer become signers on all
financial services, and to create a corporate resolution if needed. It
was unanimously approved.
Irrigation
Committee
River
Commissioner's Report Chairman Jesse Warren reviewed the Spanish
Fork River Commissioner’s written report that is maintained in SWUA’s files.
Change of Place of Use and Water Deeds
Garry Brown made a motion, seconded by Robert
McMullin, approving:
1.
A
Water Deed request made by Blake and Sara Ross to Richard Behling Serial No.
337.080 for a total of .65 acre feet.
2.
A
Water Deed request made by Nebo School District to LDS Church Serial No.
3517.002 for a total of 4.68 acre feet.
It
was unanimously approved.
Signed Water Dedication Agreements (WDA)
There were forty eight Water Dedication
Agreements presented to be ratified by the board:
·
48
from Payson City/Strawberry High Line Canal Company for a combined total of 39.80
acre feet
A
listing of these agreements will be kept in the SWUA files.
Blair
Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Neil Sorensen, to ratify the Water Dedication Agreements
presented to the board. It was unanimously approved.
Assessments Chairman
Warren reported that it has been suggested that delinquent CUP contracts be
cancelled and that the outstanding balance be sent to collections.
Quentin Francom made a motion, seconded by Neil Sorensen,
approving the CUP contracts that are currently delinquent be cancelled and the
balance owing be sent for collections.
It was unanimously approved.
Other
Chairman Warren reported that the Utah Water
Users Workshop meetings were very beneficial this year. J. Merrill Hallam was
awarded the Outstanding Water Users at the banquet.
Power
Committee
Other Vice Chairman Neil Sorensen reported that the
Payson Power Plant is back on line. The cost for repairs was approximately
$6,000.
Lobbyist Report Chairman Sorensen reported current activities
with Bill Simmons.
It has been suggested that SWUA send two people to
Washington, D.C. to testify on behalf of SWUA inn a hearing dealing with
upstream costs on Diamond Fork.
Neil Sorensen made a motion, seconded by Kevin Anderson,
approving the funds to send Calvin Crandall and Jeremy Sorensen to Washington,
D.C. to testify at a hearing dealing with Diamond Fork. It was unanimously approved.
Other Chairman Sorensen reported that meetings have
begun on the lease of power privilege between CUWCD/SESD and SWUA.
Public
Affairs Committee No report.
Executive
Committee No report.
Other
Business
President Calvin Crandall reported that
Debbie Vanoy with CUWCD will be attending our monthly board meetings. Debbie was excused from the meeting at 9:17
p.m.
President Crandall discussed the board’s
actions and responsibilities.
President Crandall reported that Taffy
Peterson’s last day is this Friday.
Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting
adjourned at 9:25 pm.
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