Ernie Newton

The meeting agenda includes a review and acceptance of the financial report by the District Manager, a discussion on adopting a park schedule, and reviews of engineering proposals for the Bear Creek and Noble Creek Phase III projects. Additionally, the agenda covers an update on organizational growth and development, staff report reviews, and partner agency reports from ODFW and NRCS.

The meeting includes a review of the financial status through the treasurer's report and discussions regarding the Salmon Credit Bill and medical insurance for staff. Additional items involve organization growth and development, review of staff reports, and reports from partner agencies including ODFW, NRCS, and Curry SWCD.

The board reviewed and accepted the finance report and discussed various grant and contract statuses, including extensions for Noble Creek, Randolph Island, and NBWL, as well as billing for the Cunningham PFA. Updates were provided on the Adopt a Park program work day. The board approved a contract amendment for the Winter Lake Phase III project and the Noble Creek Phase III Waterways contract. Discussions were held regarding ORS 279C.110 selection procedures for consultants and the approval of a Board Resolution authorizing an informational letter on the Private Forest Accord Program. Staff reports were delivered regarding fish passage task force presentations, annual report preparation, and Coos Basin FIP meetings.

The board discussed financial reports, including grant cycles and budget updates. The meeting included old business regarding an 'Adopt a Park' initiative, a discussion on potential OWEB grant rule changes, and the approval of an office closure for the holiday season. The board reviewed and approved engineering contracts for the Bear Creek, Noble Creek Phase III, and NBWL Waterways projects. Staff provided updates on various grant applications and projects, and guest speakers from NRCS and ODFW discussed upcoming application deadlines and environmental project initiatives.

The meeting included a review of financial reports, confirming that previous fund carryovers were reconciled and balanced. The board finalized plans for the Adopt a Park workday and scheduled the annual meeting for early next year. A draft version of the 2023-2028 Long-Range Business Plan was approved. Staff provided updates on OWEB regional review tours, various grant-funded projects such as culvert replacements and riparian improvements, and upcoming workshops. NRCS and ODFW representatives shared information regarding local group meetings, funding contingencies, fish passage projects, and permitting processes for active site projects.