April 30, 2020

Commissioner Strickland

(Board liaison) asked that participants use their own phones to mute themselves during meeting, following BoCC practices. Also, she asked that the Water District Governing Board and herself are left unmuted to speak when necessary. Helene Williams stated that there is a community misconception that all public gatherings are cancelled. She feels that most people do not know how to engage via teleconference, stating that the community has a right to know what the Water District Governing Board is doing. She requested that this meeting be cancelled immediately. Herman Lewis agreed with Helene Williams stating that not enough people know what’s being talked about today and there is no opportunity for them to comment without knowledge. In appearance of 100% transparency, he requested that the Water District Governing Board cancel and reschedule today’s meeting.

Commissioner Koenig

addressed that this meeting, in teleconference format, is following the Governor’s directive.

Commissioner Blundo

encouraged the Water District Governing Board to listen to the public comment and to collaborate in finding a solution to our water issues.

Commissioner Strickland

recommended that Item 10 be pulled from the agenda as it’s too much material to be heard on a teleconference. Walt Kuver interjected that the presentation in Item 10 is dealing with the Pahrump Master Plan under control of the Planning Department. The Water District is merely stating what the levels of growth are, based on sustainable water supplies. The venue for debating the details is the Pahrump Regional Planning Commission, then subsequently the Board of County Commissioners. Darrell Lacy wanted to clarify that Item 10 is just a presentation that would have to come back as an action item before decisions could be made. Oz Wichman, General Manager asked Water District Governing Board Member Walt Kuver if he would be available to speak if we rescheduled Item 10 to July or beyond. Walt would have to do this as a non-board member, as he is retiring. Receiving confirmation, Oz suggested that we reschedule when we can have a public meeting in Pahrump. Chairman Dave Hall stated he would also like to see in presentation format and made the recommendation that we pull Item 10 from today’s agenda. He encouraged Commissioner Strickland to gather feedback being received on this item in the meantime. Hearing no disagreement from the Board, agenda Item 10 will be heard at a later date.

Commissioner Strickland

disclosed in addition to this Board’s liaison and a County Commissioner, she is also the owner of Strickland Construction, T&M Group Realty and Lakeside Storage. She has been a licensed well drilling, pump setting, septic contractor as well as a broker who brokers water rights for 26 years. She will not be voting on items during this meeting. Although she will be able to influence this Board, she does not find this to be a conflict of interest. It is her hope that her knowledge base is of value. TIMED ITEM – 09:00 AM

Commissioner Strickland

asked Savannah Rucker if there are contributions from the Water District in relation to OPEB (Other Post-Employment Benefits). Currently there is no OPEB for the Water District, only PERS is being paid on behalf of Christal Behrends position. Savannah Rucker stated that she and Oz did go through the budget worksheet in its entirety. The Water District budget as summarized on worksheet, meets all of the needs of County Finance as well as the Water District. Dave Hall asked Savannah to explain the new 11k Insurance expenditure. She explained that the Water District has been on the County policy (POOL PACT) for many years. This has previously been funded by the Nye County General Fund. As the policy cost increases, the General Fund can no longer support 100% of the cost. The cost share calculation is based on 4% of projected revenues of the Water District and other department / entities. Herman Lewis (public member) wanted to remind the Board that we are facing a major financial upheaval and cautioned them before they increase any budget line items or staff, thinking twice, until we know what the economy is going to do. John Bosta (public member) read the comments attached to these minutes. Dennis Gaddy motioned to approve the Nye County Tentative Budget Worksheet for Fiscal Year 2020 / 2021. Bill Knecht seconded the motion. The vote was approved 6-0. Bill Knecht motioned to set May 22, 2020 at 9am (teleconference) as the Public Hearing date and time on the Final FY 2020/2021 Nye County Water District Budget. Dennis Gaddy seconded the motion. The vote was approved 6-0. John Bosta asked what NRS is being used to call for a Public Hearing for the FY 2020/2021 Nye County Water District Budget. Savannah Rucker stated she would research and forward directly to Mr. Bosta.

Commissioner Strickland

stated that she has been receiving letters of dissolution asking that the Board of County Commissioners dissolve the Water District Governing Board. As NRS governs this Board, the only thing the BoCC can do is appoint, remove or replace Water District Governing Board members. f. Report from other individuals, groups and or agencies regarding water- related issues; for informational purposes only.

Commissioner Koenig

thanked the Board for removing agenda Item 10 to be heard at a later date.

Mr. McCall

. Ms. Webster asked if the bill needed to be read back into record again. Mr. Cameron read the entire title into record. Motion passes 7-0. e) On June 15, 2010 the BoCC rejected the Nye County Resolution No. 2010-37 to ratify Nye County Water District Ordinance No. WD 2010-01 to impose a eight ($8.00) dollar fee on each taxable parcel of land in Nye County. Commissioner Eastley made a motion to ratify Resolution No. 2010-37; seconded by Commissioner Wichman; 2 yeas. Commissioner Quitevis, Hollis and Borasky voted no. f) On June 18, 2012 the Nye County Water District adopted a Resolution No. 2012-001 to impose a fee on each taxable parcel of land in Nye County by a vote of 3-2. This annual fee will remain in effect for each subsequent year until changed or canceled. g) Whereas the Water District provides no adequate and efficient water service to the residents of Nye County as utility to collect a $5 fee for service. h) The Ending Balance of the $5 fee as of March 31, 2020 is $378,049 which is enough money to fund the FY 2020-2021. i) The Water District should not collect a $5 fee per parcel on the 1st Quarter Tax Bill for the Tax Bill for FY 2020-2021. Comment on 2: a) What Nevada Revised Statute (NRS) is the Water District using for a “Public Hearing” on the Final FY 2020/2021 Nye County Water District Budget? Respectfully submitted, John F. Bosta