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Mr. Harder went on to say that he would summarize methodologies used to
account for groundwater storage losses by other agencies, and that he would
have a proposal for the Committee next meeting, that would include the key
elements of the considerations for review.

J. Discussion Regarding the Methodology for Calculating New Yield [Memorandum No.
17-10, Page 62 of 82]

Recommendation: No recommendation.

Mr. Harder gave an overview of the issues he would face in calculating new
yield that would be allowed for under the stipulated judgment. He
recommended at least establishing a gauge at the outflow across Beaumont
Avenue to get a baseline in order begin tackling those issues.

After discussion and dialogue, several Members voiced their support of
continuing the conversation and discussions regarding the development of a
methodology for calculating new yield.

K. Discussion Regarding the Water Level Monitoring Equipment [Memorandum No. 17-
11, Page 63 of 82]

Recommendation: That the Watermaster Committee continues to use the
Solinst monitoring equipment.

Engineer Blandon noted the concerns that had been raised in prior
Watermaster discussions about poor customer service received from the
manufacturer of the water level monitoring equipment currently in use, and as
such, the Watermaster Committee had requested that ALDA Inc. look at other
manufacturers to evaluate the possibility of installing new equipment.

Engineer Blandon presented a comparison matrix of four providers of water
level monitoring equipment, including Solinst, the current provider of
equipment, and discussed aspects of each such as features, costs, and
reliability. He recommended that the Watermaster continue with Solinst.

VIII. Topics for Future Meetings

A. Groundwater Storage Agreement in the Beaumont Basin for the San Gorgonio Pass
Water Agency

B. Development of a methodology and policy to account for new yield from capturing
local storm water in the basin

C. Development of a methodology and policy to account for groundwater storage losses
in the basin resulting from the spreading of additional water sources

D. Development of a methodology and policy to account for recycled water recharge

E. Develop a protocol to increase the accuracy and consistency of data reported to the
Watermaster