EXHIBIT 1-A

DRAFT MINUTES

Rules and Regulations Review Committee

of the

Monterey Peninsula Water Management District

March 20, 2009

Call To Order

The meeting was called to order at 9 AM in the District Conference Room.

Committee members present:

Alvin Edwards, Chair

Regina Doyle

Kristi Markey (arrived at 9:07 AM)

Committee members absent: None

Staff members present:

Darby Fuerst, General Manager

Stephanie Pintar, Water Demand Manager

Arlene Tavani, Executive Assistant

District Counsel present: David C. Laredo

Comments from Public

No comments. No members of the public were present.

Action Items

1. Receive Minutes of August 4, 2008 Committee Meeting

On a motion by Director Doyle and second of Director Edwards, the minutes were received unanimously on a vote of 2 – 0.

2. Discuss and Make Recommendation on Ordinance Amending the Rebate Program to Disallow the Reuse of Water Savings Resulting from the Rebate Program

On a motion by Director Doyle and second by Director Edwards, the committee voted to recommend that the Board consider adoption of the ordinance that was presented by staff, with one change. The ordinance should specify that the rule applies to rebates issued as of a specific date. Staff was directed to ensure the ordinance is reviewed by the Water Demand Committee and Technical Advisory Committee. In addition, staff should identify and notify community organizations that might have an interest in commenting on the proposed rule change. The motion was approved unanimously on a vote of 3 – 0.

3. Develop Recommendation to the Board Regarding Directors’ Participation in District Health Insurance Plans

On a motion by Director Doyle and second by Director Markey, the committee approved the proposed policy and recommended that staff develop a resolution for consideration by the Board at a future meeting. The resolution should specify that Directors may participate in the Laborers Special Plan III, or another voluntary plan. The motion was approved unanimously on a vote of 3 – 0.

Schedule Next Meeting Date

No meeting date was set.

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:45 AM.

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