EXHIBIT 17-K
FINAL MINUTES Monterey Peninsula Water Management District Public Outreach Committee July 23, 2014
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 1:40 pm in the Water Management District conference room.
Committee members present:		Jeanne Byrne, Chair Kristi Markey
Committee members absent:		Brenda Lewis
District staff members present:		David Stoldt, General Manager Stephanie Pintar, Water Demand Manager Arlene Tavani, Executive Assistant
Others present:		Steve Thomas, ThomasBrand Consulting
Comments from the Public: No comments were directed to the committee.
Action Items
1.	Consider Approval of “Meet Your District” Outreach Plan
	On a motion of Markey and second by Byrne, the committee approved the plan on a vote of 2 – 0 by Markey and Byrne. Lewis was absent for the vote. Steve Thomas explained that the “Meet Your District” campaign is focused on a series of educational events and seminars in all seven voter divisions, to re-introduce the Water Management District’s mission to constituents. The broader message of increased conservation during the drought will also be reiterated. Directors will have the opportunity to meet with and address constituents at these events.
2.	Consider Approval of Plan for Production of Summer Newsletter
	The committee agreed that Water Management District staff should commence development of a Summer newsletter in-house, and submit it to the committee for review prior to distribution.
3.	Discuss Local Outreach re State Mandated Water Conservation Measures
	On a motion of Markey and second by Byrne, the committee approved the plan on a vote of 2 – 0 by Markey and Byrne. Lewis was absent for the vote. Thomas explained that this effort will promote the “Save Water Go Blue” campaign that is focused on letting the public know how important it is for everyone to do their part to save water. Materials will be provided in English and Spanish, including radio and television ads intended to reach high-value water users such as landscapers, contractors and hospitality workers.
Discussion Items
4.	Review Progress on Website Design
	Reviewed schedule for completion. A beta-version of the new website will be presented at the next meeting.
5.	Discuss Formation of Small Water Agency Coalition
	Staff will continue to work on establishment of this coalition.
6.	Update on Public Outreach Activities in Progress
	Thomas announced that on September 20, 2014, a rainwater harvesting workshop will be conducted at the Water Management District office; staff is working on preparation of the ASR Project site for public tours; and a stormwater rebate program has been launched by the Monterey Regional Stormwater Management Group.
Schedule Next Meeting Date
The meeting was set for August 13, 2014 at 1:30 pm.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 2:35 pm.
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