Water transfer mitigation program

Opposed the resolution, citing the IID lawsuit, broken two-on-two communication, and distrust of any 'independent' analysis.

The Farm Bureau vice president urged tabling, warning against dividing the valley while outside forces challenge its water rights.

Questioned the county's real motives, asking whether the program builds a case for water transfer revenue or industrial development water.

Strongly supported the resolution, calling IID accountability overdue and urging the county to hold water transferors responsible.

Farm Bureau president, via Zoom, asked the board to delay adoption and vet the program with stakeholders to avoid unintended consequences.