HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-10-15 UVBGSB MinutesUKIAH VALLEY BASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY
501 Low Gap Rd., Rm. 1010 Ukiah California 95482 (707)463-4441 fax (707)463-7237
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1:30 P.M. – October 15, 2019
Mendocino County Board of Supervisors Chambers,
501 Low Gap Road, Room 1070, CA 95482
ACTION MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL (1:40 P.M)
Present: Director Crane, Director Robinson, Director White, Director Cardoza, Chair Brown
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by: Chair Brown
3. CONSENT ITEMS
3(a). Discussion and Possible Approval of Minutes from the September 12th, 2019
Regular Meeting
Presenter/s: Chair Brown
Public Comment: None.
Board Action: Upon motion by Director Crane, seconded by Director Robinson, and carried
(10/15/2019); IT IS ORDERED that the minutes from the September 12th 2019, Ukiah Valley
Groundwater Sustainability Agency are hereby approved.
3(b). Appointment of Christopher Watt as an Alternate Director Representing the
Russian River Flood Control and Water Conservation District
Presenter/s: Chair Brown
Public Comment: None.
The Russian River Flood Control has requested to replace their alternate Director seat with their
Board Member Christopher Watt.
Board Action: Upon motion by Director Crane , seconded by Director Robinson, and
carried (10/15/2019); IT IS ORDERED that Christopher Watt be appointed as an Alternate
director representing the Russian River Flood Control and Water Conservation District
4. STAFF UPDATES
Presenter/s: None.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Presenter/s: None.
UKIAH VALLEY BASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY
501 Low Gap Rd., Rm. 1010 Ukiah California 95482 (707)463-4441 fax (707)463-7237
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6. ACTION ITEMS
6(a) Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Proposition 68 Solicitation for
Groundwater Sustainability Plan Development and Projects
Presenter/s: Ms. Sarah Dukett
Public Comment: None.
The Board received a presentation regarding Proposition 68 funding availability and staff
recommendation to apply for additional funding to support the development of the Ukiah Valley
Groundwater Sustainability Plan.
Board Action: Upon motion by Director Crane , seconded by Director Robinson, and carried
(10/15/2019); IT IS ORDERED that the recommended action be taken.
6(b) Update, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Ukiah Valley Basin
Groundwater Sustainability Agency’s Technical Support services Application
Presenter/s: Ms. Sarah Dukett
Public Comment: None.
The Board received an update regarding the Agency’s Technical Support Services application with
the Department of Water Resources for monitoring wells.
Board Action: None.
6(c) Presentations, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the
Hydrogeological Conceptual Model (HCM) Under Development for the
Groundwater Sustainability Plan Chapter
Presenter/s: GEI Consulting
Public Comment: Devin Jones, Glenn McGordy
The Board received an update and presentation from Larry Walker and Associates regarding
components of the Ukiah Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan focusing on the Hydrogeological
Conceptual Model (HCM) under Development for the Groundwater Sustainability Plan Chapter.
Board Action: None.
6(d) Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Regarding the
Data Management System
Presenter/s: GEI Consulting
Public Comment: Devin Jones, Glenn McGordy
The Board received an update and presentation from Larry Walker and Associates regarding
components of the Ukiah Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan focusing on the Data
Management System.
UKIAH VALLEY BASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY
501 Low Gap Rd., Rm. 1010 Ukiah California 95482 (707)463-4441 fax (707)463-7237
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Board Action: None.
6(e) Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Regarding the
Water Budget
Presenter/s: Laura Foglia, Sarah Dukett
Public Comment: Glenn McGordy, Devin Jones
The Board received an update and presentation from Larry Walker and Associates regarding
components of the Ukiah Valley Groundwater Sustainability Plan focusing on the Data
Management System. A notification of next steps was also presented for the IDC, PRMS, and
MDFLOW models.
Board Action: None.
6(f) Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the General Manager of the Mendocino
County Water Agency to Apply for the Department of Water Resources
Proposition 68 2019 Sustainable Groundwater Management Grant Program
Planning – Round 3 Grant on Behalf of the Agency
Presenter/s: Ms. Sarah Dukett
Public Comment: None.
The Board considered an adoption of a Resolution authorizing the Mendocino County Water
Agency to submit a Proposition 68 grant application on the Agency’s behalf.
Board Action: Upon motion by Director Crane , seconded by Director White, and carried
(10/15/2019); IT IS ORDERED that the recommended action be taken.
7. DIRECTOR REPORTS
No reports given.
8. ADJOURNMENT (2:53 P.M.)
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CARRE BROWN, Chair
Attest: Sarah Dukett, UVBGSA Plan Manager
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