Board considers contract for water broker amid budget concerns

The Iwv Gsa meeting held on February 21, 2019, in Ridgecrest, Kern County, focused on the development of a contract with a water broker, a topic that sparked significant discussion among board members.

One key speaker expressed support for exploring options related to the water broker, acknowledging the necessity of moving forward despite concerns about associated costs. The speaker emphasized the importance of identifying funding sources, stating, "I'm gonna need to find the money," and indicated a willingness to support the initiative if financial details were clarified.

Another board member raised a point of order, reminding the group that the previous meeting's direction was to develop a general outline of recommendations rather than a specific contract proposal. This clarification highlighted a potential miscommunication regarding expectations for the current meeting.

The discussions underscored the board's commitment to addressing water management issues while navigating financial constraints. The meeting concluded with a call for further exploration of funding options and a commitment to revisit the topic in future sessions.