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July 14, 2021 District No. 2 Meeting Minutes

 

MINUTES

Of the

MEETING OF THE COMMISSIONERS

Of the

BUFFALO RAPIDS IRRIGATION DISTRICT NO. 2

Terry, Montana 

July 14, 2021 

The Third Regular Meeting of the members of the Buffalo Rapids Irrigation District No. 2 at Terry, Prairie County, Montana, was held on the Fourteenth day of July, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. 

            There were present and participating at the meeting: 

Barry Rakes

Lance Kalfell

Jackson Dion 

Also present and participating were: Pat Davis, Treasurer. 

            President Barry Rakes called the meeting to order, stating that all necessary and advisable business be conducted during this time and that notice had been received by each Board Member. 

            Thereupon, President Barry Rakes announced that legal notice had been given and a quorum was present so that the meeting was legally and lawfully ready to transact business. 

            The Minutes from the June 09, 2021, Board Meeting, were approved without corrections and, or additions, by Lance Kalfell, seconded by Jackson Dion.  All in Favor.  Motion Carried

           

            FINANCIAL REPORT: 

            Pat Davis presented current budget figures which included payroll and expenditures through July to all Board members for their review.  A list of invoices to be paid was submitted and forms for the Prairie County Treasurer to transfer funds in the amount of $112,983.65, to cover payroll and invoices were signed. July 15th estimated payroll: $12,965.93, July estimated invoices $87,051.79, July 31sr estimated payroll: $12,965.93.  Transfer authorization sheets were also signed to transfer funds from System Rehab Reserve account  in the amount of $14,066.64; for a Stockman Bank Loan 2340054877 payment.  Investment transfer was signed to invest the remaining monthly District No. 2 cash balances in the amount of $465,366.20 with Prairie County Pool.  Warrant numbers from June 11, 2021 to July 15, 2021 range from 26438 to 26505.  

Pat Davis informed the members of the District 2 Board that the Workman's Comp audit for 2020 complete with no finding. The treasurer's report was approved on a motion by Lance Kalfell, seconded by Jackson Dion.  All in Favor.  Motion Carried. 

 

MANAGER’S REPORT:

            In the absence of Mr. Kortum from the scheduled meeting, Pat Davis presented the members of the Board with a proposed resolution and agreement concerning the District water rights and the objection filed by McAulay Ranch Co.  After much discussion it was resolved to have Barry Rakes meet with Mr. Kortum and clarify the agreement and sign all documents that were presented.  On a motion made by Lance Kalfell, and seconded by Jackson Dion it was Resolved:



            Mr. Lance Kalfell informed the members of the Board that he had spoken with Mr. Mitch Young, attorney representing the District, concerning a General Release proposed by McAulay Ranch Company concerning the civil case that is ongoing.  Mr. Barry Rakes will speak with Mr. Kortum about the subject at a later date when he is available. 

            Tim and Pat met with Kathy Meidinger of the NRCS office concerning any programs that would help the area producers, specifically concerning the implementation of sprinkler pivots.   Kathy Meidinger will get in contact with the District when more information has been compiled to present to the Board. 

            The members of the Board discussed the general running of the District over the last month and any concerns each member might have in their districts. 

            The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Jackson Dion, seconded by Lance Kalfell. All in Favor.  Motion Carried. 

            ATTESTED:

 

________________________________                    ____________________________________

Tim Kortum, Secretary                                                                       Barry Rakes, President

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