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RGBRT - June 10, 2007 that if we deplete this account it would be detrimental to future requests. We need to spend this Basin Account money wisely. "I prefer not to make these decisions myself." Ray asked if there might be new funds for SB-179 and whether any unused money would revert to the state. Eric responded that we have three years left. Any money left in the Basin Account by the end of 2010 will revert to State Account. We now have a full million in all of the Basin Accounts. Should we make an adjustment this fall? Given the level of activity, maybe in September there could be more requests statewide. With this complexity, there may be adjustments to the guidelines as early as October. Steve Vandiver expressed concern for state budget. Costs state going to incur. Eric Hecox assured "the money here is as protected as it can be, as it comes out of severance tax funds. There are many ballot issues relating to severance tax. Uncertainty.... WSRA keen on extending the program. The money on this sheet is fairly certain. Make sure proposals that come forward are of excellent quality. Mike - we will discuss this in July. Requests for Funding Nicole moderated and co-presented proposals for funding with PowerPoint slide presentations. The slide show for each presentation is available upon request. Rio Grande Headwaters Restoration Project - 2008: Jeremy Yoh and Mike Gibson • Request: $35,000 Basin funds; $250,000 State funds. • Action: Lawrence Gallegos moved to approve; Charlie Spielman seconded. • Discussion: Mike answered questions re site of Project, explained from map showing progress of the Restoration Project along the Rio Grande. Importance to Alamosa. There were no issues raised. • Vote: Unanimous approval the request go forward to CWCB. Santa Maria Reservoir Co. - Santa Maria & Continental Reservoirs - Rehabilitation: Ron Peterson Request: $50,000 Basin funds; $141,700 State funds Action: Steve Vandiver moved to approve; J.B. Alexander seconded. Discussion: Mel Getz spoke about value, history & significance of both reservoirs. Rio favored positive effects on riparian areas. Charlie suggested potential for hydropower and possible interest of State in pursuing potential. Cindy suggested the $40,000 of applicant costs could be more detailed. Ron Peterson & Ed Thoms ready to do that if requested. Mike Gibson supported importance for flood control, being prepared for an extraordinary event. Steve Vandiver said there are many variables that need to be studied and lamented encountering storage restrictions on Continental when they needed that storage. Steve also spoke of importance for storing Transmountain, DOW, and Compact water. The project is significant for its positive effect on water storage. Vote: Unanimous approval the request go forward to CWCB. Manassa Land & Irrigation Company - Conejos & North Branch Diversion Page 3 of 4