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Arkansas Basin Roundtable Technical Meeting #2 <br />Meeting Summary <br />^ The same commenter expressed some confusion about role of CWCB Board members and <br />BRT technical advisors; Rick Brown clarified that this is not a voting process, rather we are <br />seeking information on diverse interests and values - as such, gaining CWCB Board <br />Members' and BRT technical advisors' perspectives is helpful. <br />^ A participant voiced interest in conservation vs. new sources of water. Concerns with <br />Colorado Springs Southern Delivery System project effects on water quality. Interested in <br />higher level of public notification - would improve SWSI process image in public eye. <br />^ Another commenter suggested that Tamarisk removal be expanded to other species. Removal <br />should be implemented, but first we need more information on how much water consumed. <br />This option might firm up users' supplies but it is not a source of "new water." CWCB Board <br />is kicking off field survey (Arkansas and Colorado) of extent of tamarisk cover. <br />- Governor Owens has executive order to evaluate tamarisk and come up with a plan. <br />- Cost in table for tamarisk removal is too low - significant mitigation required. <br />- Some bills have been introduced at federal level for tamarisk removal in Colorado and <br />New Mexico. <br />~~ <br />Arkansas BRT Mtg #2 Summary.doc 4/7/2004 <br />