February 9, 2015

Mr. Wichman

related items that the State Engineer must consider, as per state statute, once he has the Groundwater Management Plan presented to him. Greg Dann emphasized the importance of modeling the aquifer. Gregory Hafen noted that we must make sure that all of the items included in the statute are adequately addressed and referenced in the plan. There was continued discussion about the 2 existing water models. Mr. Wichman noted that a water model is a “living” document and is constantly changing as new data is entered. Kristian Bentzen emphasized that a model was needed that would clearly explain to the public the current condition of the aquifer. The Water District does have the software to run water a water model and it is currently administered by staff member Levi Kryder. Mr. Wichman related that he would like this committee to adopt his list as a basic guideline for moving forward. During public comment, Kenny Bent discussed his thoughts on what a 3-D model should encompass. John Bosta discussed protection of domestic wells through a mitigation plan.

Mr. Wichman

noted that there were 170 items on the original list and they are not off the table for consideration in formulating the final plan. Gregory Hafen related that the results from the Joe Leising report will play an important part in determining which direction the plan will move going forward. Mr. Wichman again emphasized that there are a bunch of disconnected items on the original list that the committee should reconsider for inclusion. There was discussion among committee members about who would actually write the plan.

Mr. Hafen

requested that Mr. Wichman’s list be agendized for a future meeting in order to further deliberate the issues and come to a decision. 5 Groundwater Advisory Committee February 9. 2015