EXHIBIT 2-A

RESOLUTION 2004-12

A Resolution of the Board of Directors of the

Monterey Peninsula Water Management District

Expressing Appreciation to Fran Farina

for Outstanding Service as General Manager

WHEREAS, Fran Farina was appointed by the Board of Directors to the position of Acting General Manager in March 2003;

WHEREAS, in October 2003, the Board of Directors reiterated their confidence in Ms. Farina by appointing her to the position of General Manager to serve through June 2004;

WHEREAS, Fran Farina worked tirelessly to successfully implement the Board’s policies, respond to concerns expressed by the public, and manage the administrative functions of the District.

WHEREAS, Fran Farina’s extensive knowledge of local water supply issues and background in water law were instrumental in negotiating an agreement to facilitate financing and expansion of the Carmel Area Wastewater District/Pebble Beach Community Services District Recycled Water Project; and

WHEREAS, Fran Farina confirmed the District’s contribution to the community as she diligently carried out the Board of Directors’ direction to oppose Senate Bills 149 that would have rescinded the right of the local electorate to vote on a water supply project, and Senate Bill 1529 that would have dissolved the District.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors of the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District expresses appreciation to Fran Farina for her commitment to the goals of the District and outstanding service as General Manager.

On motion of __________, and second by __________, the foregoing resolution is duly adopted this 19^th day of July 2004 by the following votes:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

I, David A. Berger, Secretary to the Board of Directors of the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District, hereby certify that the foregoing is a resolution duly adopted on the 19^th day of July 2004.

Witness my hand and seal of the Board of Directors this 20th day of July 2004.

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David A. Berger, Secretary to the Board

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