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VI. Reports A. Report from Engineering Consultant – Hannibal Blandon, Alda Engineering Mr. Blandon provided the Committee with the Final 2012 Annual Engineering Report. Mr. Blandon also advised the Committee that the Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District is in the process of installing meters for their overlyers. B. Report from Legal Counsel – Thierry Montoya, Alvarado Smith Mr. Montoya had nothing to report. VII. Discussion Items A. Reorganization of the Beaumont Basin Watermaster Committee – Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer [Memorandum No. 13-26] Recommendation: That the members of the Watermaster either reaffirm the existing officers or conduct nominations for the appointment of officers of the Beaumont Basin Watermaster. Member Eric Fraser motioned to reaffirm the existing officers: Chairman – Duane Burk Vice Chairman – George Jorritsma Secretary – Eric Fraser Treasurer – Joseph Zoba The motion was seconded by George Jorritsma and passed 5-0. B. Adoption of the 2012 Annual Report [Memorandum No. 13-27] Recommendation: That the members of the Watermaster receive and file the 2012 Annual Report. Member Joseph Zoba provided an overview of 2012 Annual report, noting that the report will be made available on the website. Member Joseph Zoba motioned to receive and file the 2012 Annual Report. The motion was seconded by Duane Burk and passed 5-0. C. Discussion Regarding a Revision to Task Order No. 5 with Alda, Inc. for the Preparation of the 2013 Consolidated Annual Report and Engineering Report, and Associated Consulting Services [Memorandum 13-28] Recommendation: That the Watermaster Committee approves the Revised Task Order No. 5 for a sum not to exceed $72,940. Member Joseph Zoba provided an overview of the revised Task Order No. 5 and the consolidation of the annual and engineering report. Public comment on item: Luanna Ryan advised the Committee that the Watermaster Rules and Regulations may need to be revised based on the consolidation of the reports and the installation of meters for the overlyers. Beaumont Basin Watermaster Meeting - February 5, 2014 - Page 4 of 21