C153349 Feasibility Study

• Contract/PO #: C153349
• Contractor Name: Brook Forest Water District
• Contract Type: Loan
• Water District: 9
• County: Jefferson
• Bill Number: SB 80-67
• Loan Projects - Doc Type: Feasibility Study

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B. Powers and Authorities

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The Brook Forest Water District has adopted by-laws, rules and regulations

through authority expressly conferred by the Colorado Statutes. The district

is considered a governmental division of the state with powers granted to

carry out the objectives and purposes of the district. The district was estab-

lished to supply water for domestic purposes only. All other water uses such

as outside irrigation, livestock watering and re~reational uses are prohibited.

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All powers and authorities vested in the district by law are exercised
through a Board of Directors. The board, comprised of five elected members,
oonducts regular monthly meetings to deal with management and operation of the
district. The Board of Directors has powers to:

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1. Adopt rules and regulations and revise the same as deemed necessary.

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2. Hire necessary personnel to plan, operate, and maintain the water
system.

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3. Authorize purchases, leases, and sign receipts, checks and other
documents.

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4. Delegate authorities and power to committees.

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5. Prepare financial reports.

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6. Finance regional water studieS.

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7. Enter into contracts with district taxpayers to construct water
lines and provide service.

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8. Designate areas of the district which are impractical to serve.

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The district, acting as an official government body, also has the right

of eminent domain, the authority to enter into contractual arrangements and

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