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~ ~ nIT'.~R.Th.u-~T or- NAT lJR.l\L ltESCURCES ~=-SNS Statewide Water SuppJy Initiative Public Information Meeting Summary San Juan/Dolores Basin Dove Creek, Colorado 9.4.03 Number in Attendance: 30 Representation: Municipal, agriculture, environment Themes and Ideas: . Make SWSI more understandable: Clarify what SWSI will analyze and its activities, especially in light of water projects that are already underway. . Preserve the af!ricultural lifestyle and economy: Water solutions need to support the agricultural economy and communities, even though there are strong demands on water from urban centers. . Adeauately account for future demand and growth: Water storage projects and conservation solutions need to address water demand in the future, since the basin's population is expected to grow. . Educate oeoole that water is not unlimited: An education process is needed to help people understand the source and limited supply of Colorado's water. Public Suggestions: ~ Answer the question: How much water is the basin required to let flow out of its boundaries? ~ Does the CWCS fact sheet on demand need updating on projected irrigated acres? Comments: The comments below recap the concerns, issues and questions that were raised at the basin's Public Information Meeting. These are general summaries of what was said, grouped by key theme, and are not verbatim quotes from the participants. The suggestions, comments and questions documented here will be incorporated into the SWSI study process. This public input is greatly appreciated, as it will help guide the SWSI study team as the process moves forward. The SWSI team will seek to answer any questions raised at these meetings, and will include these answers as part of the SWSI final report. GBSM, SWSI Public Information Meeting Summary, 11.10.03 Page 1